Way in Love
In early autumn that year, she and he fell in love. At a young and naive age, their relationship naturally faced opposition from school teachers and parents.
But unexpectedly, this relationship did not cause her to neglect her studies; instead, it brought unexpected gains.
He was a top student at school, while her grades were below average. He aspired to attend a prestigious university, and to continue their relationship, she could only follow in his footsteps.
Because of this, she burned the midnight oil, studying tirelessly, and he spared no effort to help her. In the end, her grades improved dramatically, and they both got into the same prestigious university. This outcome shocked everyone. Before meeting him, getting into that renowned university seemed like a fantasy to her. But because of his love, it all became a reality.
In college, he continued to shine and soon became the student council president. He was an ambitious person, constantly enrolling in various training courses and earning one certificate after another. Naturally, she accompanied him, and although she wasn’t as bright as him, under his guidance, she did not disappoint.
In four years, she transformed from an ordinary girl into a talented young woman. When they graduated, they both applied to the same large company. She almost didn’t make it, but because of his insistence on “sticking together,” the company, which valued him highly, ultimately decided to hire her as well.
She was acutely aware of her shortcomings and worked diligently, while he handled work with ease and was continuously promoted due to his outstanding performance. With his guidance, her work also improved; it wasn’t spectacular but steady, earning her respect.
She knew that someone as exceptional as him would not be content with such a mundane life. Sure enough, while working, he also prepared to go abroad.
Eventually, an admission letter from a prestigious foreign university arrived. He quit his job and decided to go abroad. Before leaving, he proposed they break up.
The reason was simple: he was determined to stay abroad. The reality was that their financial situation couldn’t support both of them going abroad in the foreseeable future. It was conceivable that they would be separated by the ocean for a long time.
He didn’t want to be tied down by this relationship; the future was uncertain, and he couldn’t give her a promise. He didn’t want her to waste years waiting in vain. Ordinary as she was, she would have the happiness of ordinary people, something he couldn’t provide.
She calmly accepted the breakup, but her heart was painfully torn. Despite their love, they had to give up because of reality—how heartbreaking.
During that time, her heart felt empty, as if even her memories had left with him. Love was gone, but life had to go on. Later, she pulled herself together, worked hard, and her life gradually became fulfilling and satisfying. She eventually became a legend in her field, garnering much attention.
Since he left, they hadn’t contacted each other. But occasionally, she heard news about him from old classmates. He was still thriving abroad, achieving one success after another.
She had thought about rekindling their relationship, but several missed opportunities led them to part ways forever.
She found a simple but deeply loving husband and later had an adorable child. Though her days weren’t as bright as his, they were enough to make her happily let go of the past.
One day, while moving house, she accidentally found a few pieces of clothing at the bottom of a box, which he had left before he went away. The once-new clothes had faded with time, like the scars in her heart that had become faint and almost forgotten over the years.
There was no more hatred in her heart. Looking back, she gained new insight. To her, he was just a train on her life journey, carrying her to the next station. She got off, he went on, and they would never intersect again. She continued to live her life at her station, experiencing years unrelated to him.
But without him, her current happiness wouldn’t exist. Regardless of the outcome, he had accompanied her for a part of the journey in love. Because of that part of the journey, she had today’s happiness.
So, in times of happiness, remember to thank those who have been a train that carried you in love.
Thank you for reading! ” Sitestorys “
