In Beijing in spring, everything recovers, and a new story quietly opens in this city where history and modernity are intertwined. Li Ting, a woman dressed in a professional suit and holding a doctorate certificate, walked down the street of Huilongguan, frowning slightly, as if she was preoccupied.
Li Ting's story is not simple. She and Michael, an international student from Africa, had a transnational relationship. They met on a college campus, and Michael's humor and enthusiasm quickly impressed Li Ting. But as time passed, differences in culture and values gradually emerged, and this seemingly romantic relationship finally came to an end.
Li Ting walked into a café where her mother was waiting. Li Ting's family is very traditional, and her mother, a gentle middle-aged woman, attaches great importance to marriage. Since Li Ting broke up with Michael, she began to anxiously arrange a blind date for Li Ting.
Tingting, how about this guy I found for you this time?He is the son of the director of our unit, a stable person, and his family conditions are also good. Li Ting's mother looked at her expectantly, her eyes full of concern.
Li Ting sighed slightly, she knew that her mother's intentions were good, but this blind date made her feel uncomfortable. She shook her head and whispered, "Mom, I don't want to rush to find someone to marry. I want to focus on my career first. ”
The mother looked embarrassed, but still nodded lightly: "Tingting, you are not too young, you always have to consider personal problems." After all, my mother is still quite worried about major life events. ”
The conversation between the two is interrupted by the sudden ringing of their mobile phones. Li Ting took out her mobile phone and saw that it was a message from a blind date, asking her to meet on the weekend. She hesitated for a moment, and finally decided to accept the blind date.
Okay, Mom, I'll go see him. Li Ting tried her best to make her voice sound firm.
Mother showed a satisfied smile, she took Li Ting's hand, and said gently: "Tingting, mom just wants you to be happy, no matter what, mom will always support you." ”
Li Ting smiled and nodded, but her heart was mixed. She knows that every blind date is not only a scrutiny of the other party, but also an exploration of her future.
Li Ting left the café and walked through the bustling streets, feeling both anticipation for the future, as well as anxiety and confusion. The spring breeze blew, taking away the cold of winter and blowing away the cherry blossom petals all over the place, and her story quietly turned a new page in this spring.
In the busy city of Beijing, Li Ting's blind date journey is like a winding river, and every encounter is an adventure.
In a high-end Western restaurant, Li Ting sat across from a man in a neat suit. He is a middle-level manager in a well-known company, and he exudes pride in his career.
Miss Li Ting, I think men should put their careers first, so that they can give their families the best life. The man said confidently, with a hint of scrutiny in his eyes.
Li Ting nodded slightly, but she didn't buy it. She respects his point of view, but also knows that she doesn't want to be a woman who can only be attached to other people's causes.
I believe that both men and women should have their own pursuits and spaces. Li Ting responded.
The man was slightly stunned, then smiled, "I understand, but you know, career sometimes requires sacrifice. ”
After the dinner, Li Ting said goodbye politely, but she knew in her heart that their worldviews were too different.
The next blind date spot is a quiet teahouse. The gentleman seems to be polite and always smiles gently in conversation.
I think life should be ordinary, and the most important thing is that two people can get along in harmony. The man whispered.
Li Ting felt that he was very polite, but as the conversation deepened, she found that there was a lack of empathy between the two. Their interests, lifestyles, and even plans for the future are very different.
When saying goodbye, the man said gently, "I hope there will be a chance to see you again." ”
Li Ting smiled and shook her head, knowing in her heart that there was a lack of that special spark between them.
After every blind date, Li Ting would ponder on the way home. She began to reflect on her view of love, is it too idealistic?Maybe she should be more realistic?
She recalls her days with Michael, when love was passionate and adventurous, but in the end it couldn't resist the test of reality. Now she is more eager for stability and steadfastness, but every disappointment on a blind date seems to tell her how big the gap between her ideal and reality is.
Whenever this happens, she always thinks of her mother's words: "Tingting, find a suitable person and live an ordinary life." ”
But deep in Li Ting's heart, she is still full of longing for that heart-warming love. She wasn't sure if she was really willing to give up the pursuit of the exciting love in her heart for the so-called "suitable".
Li Ting's story continues to unfold slowly in this spring. Every encounter, every conversation, is constantly shaping her understanding of love. In this complex and changeable city, Li Ting's mental journey is like a slowly unfolding movie, with both warm moments and confusion and struggle.
In Beijing in spring, the cherry blossoms are like a glow, and the flowers are like a brocade. In this season full of vitality, Li Ting and Michael's reunion is like a sudden storm, which disrupts her originally peaceful heart.
At a friend's art exhibition, Li Ting unexpectedly met Michael. I haven't seen him for two years, and he seems to be more mature and steady. When Li Ting's gaze met Michael's, complicated emotions surged in her heart.
Li Ting, long time no see. Michael's voice was still gentle.
yes, what an accident. Li Ting struggled to make her voice sound calm.
The two chatted awkwardly, and the topic bypassed past feelings. Li Ting found that Michael could still easily touch her heart.
A few days later, Li Ting received Michael's ** and invited her to take a walk with her. In the darkness of the night, the two strolled through the streets of Beijing and finally began to talk about the past.
I've been wondering if we can have another ending. Michael's voice was hesitant.
Li Ting was silent for a while, and then said slowly: "Michael, I've thought about it too. But now I know better what I want. ”
Michael stared at her, his eyes filled with mixed emotions.
We've all changed, Michael. Perhaps, what we need is not to try again, but to grow individually. Li Ting's voice was firm and calm.
Michael nodded, smiled and said, "Yes, Li Ting, I understand too." Thank you for giving me this opportunity. ”
Their conversation continued into the night, culminating in a hug and a goodbye.
Li Ting walked on the way home, full of relief. She finally understands that every relationship is part of her own growth. She is no longer confused, no longer hesitant, because she knows that her future is in her own hands.
Li Ting decided to focus on her career and dedicate herself to personal growth. She knows that true happiness does not depend on others, but on the strength and independence of her own heart.