I. Introduction
In this quiet and peaceful town, people's lives are simple and regular. Neighbors have a good relationship and take care of each other. However, beneath this seemingly calm surface, there is an unusual emotional story. It is the story of 42-year-old Li Ming and Wang Li, a 53-year-old left-behind woman next door, and an emotional journey full of entanglement, warmth and helplessness is about to begin.
Second, the protagonist is introduced
Li Ming, 42 years old, is a man of medium height and a kind face. He once had a marriage, but eventually parted ways due to personality incompatibility. After the divorce, he lived alone in this small town, working in a small factory, and his life was plain and quiet. He longs to have a warm family again, a partner who can understand him and accompany him.
"Well, what a time this day is?" Li Ming often talks to himself in the dead of night.
3. Introduction to the next-door neighbor
Wang Li, 53 years old, is a hardworking and simple woman. Her husband works outside the home all year round and can't go home a few times a year, and her children are all working hard in the big city, so they rarely have time to come back to visit. She guards the old house of the family alone, taking care of the housework, but her heart is always empty.
"There's no one in this house to talk to, it's really lonely." Wang Li often sighed at the empty room.
Fourth, the starting point of emotional development
One quiet night, Li Ming was about to fall asleep, but faintly heard the cry from next door. He was shocked and hesitated, but decided to take a look.
Li Ming knocked lightly on the door of Wang Li's house and asked, "Sister Wang, are you crying?" ”
The door opened, Wang Li's eyes were red and swollen, her face was full of tears, and when she saw Li Ming, she couldn't help but sobbed again: "Xiao Li, I'm so bitter in my heart." ”
Li Ming walked into the house and asked with concern, "Sister Wang, what's wrong?" Tell me about it. ”
Wang Li choked up and said: "The children are busy, they rarely make phone calls, I am alone every day, and I don't even have anyone to talk to, so I have no hope for this day." ”
Li Ming comforted: "Sister Wang, don't think so, the children are also running around for life, you and our neighbors." ”
Fifth, the deepening of emotion
Since then, Li Ming will always go to Wang Li's house first after work.
"Sister Wang, I'm off work, I'm here to talk to you." Li Ming walked in the door with a smile.
Wang Li hurriedly got up: "Xiao Li, you are here, sit down." ”
They cook together, chat together, and share bits and pieces of life.
"Xiao Li, do you think I'm so lonely in my life?" Wang Li's eyes were full of helplessness.
Li Ming held her hand and said, "Sister Wang, no, I will accompany you every day in the future." ”
As time passed, the relationship between the two grew deeper and deeper, and they became friends who relied on each other.
"Sister Wang, no matter what difficulties you encounter, let's face them together." Li Ming said firmly.
Wang Li responded movingly: "Xiao Li, with your words, my sister is much more down-to-earth." ”
They found that they had a lot of resonance and understanding with each other.
"Sister Wang, I find that our thoughts are sometimes really similar." Li Ming said with a smile.
Wang Li also smiled: "That's no, this is fate." ”
Sixth, the obstacles of reality
However, as the relationship heats up, they also begin to realize the problems of reality.
"Xiao Li, we can't do this, I'm a person with a family." Wang Li said worriedly.
Li Ming was silent for a moment and said, "Sister Wang, I know, but I can't control my feelings. ”
"We can't be sorry for your eldest brother, and we can't let others gossip." Wang Li sighed.
Li Ming said helplessly: "Sister Wang, I understand, but I feel uncomfortable. ”
They were in deep pain and struggle.
7. Establishment of special relationships
After some painful thinking, they decided to have a special relationship.
"Sister Wang, in the future, we will still be neighbors during the day, and we will ...... at night I'm here to accompany you. Li Ming lowered his head and said.
Wang Li hesitated for a moment, and finally nodded: "Okay, Xiao Li, that's the only way." ”
During the day, they were busy separately as usual.
"Sister Wang, I'm going to work." Li Ming said hello and went out.
In the evening, Li Ming will come to Wang Li's house.
"Sister Wang, I'm here."
"Come in, Xiao Li."
They enjoyed this short but precious time.
"Xiao Li, it would be nice if it went on like this." Wang Li leaned on Li Ming's shoulder and said.
"Sister Wang, don't think so much, cherish the present." Li Ming patted her hand gently.
However, there is no impermeable wall in the world, and their relationship still attracts some people's attention.
"I heard that Li Ming and Wang Li have an abnormal relationship."
"Really? That's not good. ”
Rumors reached their ears.
"Sister Wang, what can I do?" Li Ming asked anxiously.
Wang Li bit her lip: "Don't be afraid, Xiao Li, let's sit upright." ”
However, things are not so simple, and Wang Li's husband suddenly decides to go home early.
"What can I do? If we let him know, we'll be done. Wang Li's face turned pale with fright.
Li Ming also panicked: "Sister Wang, why don't I confess to my eldest brother?" ”
"No, we can't say, let's think of a way first." Wang Li grabbed Li Ming.
In the end, Wang Li decided to have a good talk with her husband first.
"Husband, I'm sorry for you." Wang Li cried.
The husband looked puzzled: "What's wrong?" What's going on? ”
Wang Li told her husband everything.
The husband was silent for a long time and said, "I have been away from home all the year round, and I have not taken good care of you. ”
Hearing this, Wang Li and Li Ming were stunned.
"Big brother, thank you for your understanding." Li Ming said gratefully.
Since then, Li Ming and Wang Li can finally be together openly, and their story has become a legend in the town.
"Sister Wang, we don't have to be sneaky anymore." Li Ming said happily.
"Yes, Xiao Li, let's live a good life." Wang Li responded with a smile.
Eighth, the turmoil has risen again
After Li Ming and Wang Li were together openly, although Wang Li's husband fulfilled them, the gossip in the town did not completely disappear.
"It's a strange thing, can they last long?"
"The age gap is so big, and there will be hardships in the future."
From time to time, these words came to their ears, and they felt a little uncomfortable in their hearts.
One day, Li Ming and Wang Li went to the market to buy vegetables together. A few acquaintances walked up to him, with a strange look in their eyes, and muttered quietly in their mouths.
"Look, it's the two of them."
"Yo, you really dare to come out together."
Wang Li's face became ugly, she lowered her head, and pulled Li Ming to leave quickly.
Li Ming stopped and said loudly: "We are above board together, there is nothing unpleasant!" ”
After returning home, Wang Li couldn't help crying.
"Li Ming, when is this day a head, he is always pointed at."
Li Ming comforted: "Wang Li, don't care what they say, let's just live our own lives." ”
However, it's not that simple. Wang Li's children heard about it from others and rushed back.
"Mom, what do you think? You've lost all of our faces! The daughter said angrily.
The son also said on the side: "Uncle Li, how can you do this? ”
Wang Li cried: "Children, Li Ming and I really love each other. ”
"Truly in love? What kind of words is this! The daughter said loudly.
Li Ming tried to explain: "Children, I will take good care of your mother." ”
"No, stay away from my mother!" The son shouted.
Faced with the strong opposition of their children, Li Ming and Wang Li fell into deep pain.
9. Stick to love
"Li Ming, why don't we separate, we can't make the children so uncomfortable because of us." Wang Li said with tears in her eyes.
Li Ming held Wang Li's hand tightly: "Wang Li, I won't give up, let's work together, and we will definitely make the children understand." ”
In the days that followed, Li Ming and Wang Li tried to manage their lives while trying to communicate with the children.
Li Ming often calls the children to tell the bits and pieces of him and Wang Li and express his sincerity.
"Children, I know you have a hard time accepting it, but my love for your mother is sincere, and I will prove it with my actions."
Wang Li also kept writing letters to the children, telling her inner feelings.
"Children, my mother has been lonely all these years, it was Li Ming who gave my mother warmth and support, I hope you can understand."
Gradually, the children's attitudes began to loosen somewhat.
The daughter said on the phone: "Uncle Li, I seem to be able to understand your feelings a little." ”
The son is no longer so tough: "Mom, as long as you are happy." ”
Finally, on a heartwarming holiday, the children returned home and the family sat together.
The daughter said: "Mom, Uncle Li, we used to be ignorant, but now we bless you." ”
The son also smiled and nodded: "I hope you will always be happy." ”
At that moment, Li Ming and Wang Li burst into tears, they knew that their love had finally been recognized by their families.
10. New challenges
As time passed, Li Ming and Wang Li's lives gradually became calm and happy. However, new challenges have quietly arrived.
Li Ming's factory is getting worse and worse, and it is facing a crisis of layoffs.
"Wang Li, if I am laid off, our life will not be easy." Li Ming said worriedly.
Wang Li comforted: "Don't worry, there will always be a way." ”
In response to possible unemployment, Li Ming began to look around for new job opportunities.
"Boss, do you think I'm up to the job?"
"I'm sorry, we're full."
Hitting the wall again and again made Li Ming feel very frustrated.
Wang Li looked at the tired Li Ming and said distressedly: "Why don't we do some small business ourselves?" ”
Li Ming thought about it and felt that this might be a solution.
So, they took out all their savings and opened a small grocery store.
11. Work together
The days of opening the store are not easy, I have to get up early every day to buy goods, and I have to take inventory in the evening.
"Li Ming, are you tired today?" Wang Li handed over a glass of water.
Li Ming took a sip and said with a smile: "Don't be tired, as long as our store can get better and better, it's worth it no matter how tired you are." ”
They run this small shop with their hearts, the service is warm and attentive, and the goods are of good quality and low price. Gradually, the business of the small shop improved.
"Wang Li, you see, there is a lot of profit this month." Li Ming said excitedly with the ledger.
Wang Li also smiled happily: "This is all the result of our joint efforts." ”
However, just when they thought life was getting better, a sudden epidemic disrupted their rhythm.
There were fewer and fewer people on the streets, and business in the shops plummeted.
"What can I do about this?" Wang Li said anxiously.
Li Ming comforted: "Don't panic, let's think of a way, such as online sales." ”
They began to learn how to sell online, and although the process was tough, they never gave up.
12. Usher in the dawn
After a period of hard work, online sales have finally paid off.
"Li Ming, look, there are several orders today." Wang Li said excitedly.
Li Ming smiled and said, "Great, as long as we persevere, we will definitely be able to get through the difficulties." ”
As the epidemic eased, business in the store gradually returned to normal. Not only did they pay off their debts, but they also expanded their storefronts.
"Wang Li, our hard days are finally over." Li Ming said with emotion.
Wang Li nodded: "Yes, life will get better and better in the future." ”
On a sunny day, Li Ming and Wang Li walked hand in hand on the street, with happy smiles on their faces.
Their love has gone through ups and downs, but it has always been rock-solid. In the days to come, no matter what difficulties they will encounter, they firmly believe that as long as they are with each other, they will be able to face it bravely and meet a better tomorrow.
Thirteen, the years are quiet
As the days passed, the relationship between Li Ming and Wang Li became deeper and deeper. Their small shop was thriving and became a popular shop in the town.
"Boss Li, Boss Wang, bring me a pack of cigarettes."
"Okay, I'll be right here."
The shop is always full of laughter and laughter, and they get along with customers like family.
After closing the store at night and returning home, the two cooked and cleaned together, enjoying a warm world for two.
"Li Ming, it is my greatest blessing to meet you in this life." Wang Li leaned on Li Ming's shoulder and said.
Li Ming gently hugged her: "Me too, Wang Li, let's be happy like this forever." ”
They would also visit Wang Li's husband together and care about his life.
"Big brother, how is your health lately?" Li Ming asked with concern.
"Okay, I'm relieved to see that you're doing well."
14. Family harmony
As time passed, Wang Li's children also had their own families and children. Every holiday, the family will get together, and it is very lively.
"Grandma, grandpa, I want candy." The grandchildren surround them.
"Okay, grandma, get it for you." Wang Li was full of smiles.
Li Ming chatted with his son-in-law and daughter-in-law on the side, and the family was happy.
"Mom, Dad, thank you for taking care of me all the time." The children said gratefully.
"It's all a family, thank you." Li Ming said.
15. Happiness is eternal
Time flies, and Li Ming and Wang Li are getting old. Their hair turned gray and their steps staggered, but their hands were always clasped tightly.
"Wang Li, I have no regrets with you in this life." Li Ming said affectionately.
"Me too, Li Ming, even in the next life, I am still willing to be with you." Wang Li's eyes were full of love.
On a quiet night, the two lay in bed, reminiscing about the past, and then slowly fell asleep with a smile of satisfaction and happiness. Their love story has become a beautiful conversation in the town, and it also makes people believe that true love can overcome everything and happiness can be eternal.
