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On July 1st, just as dawn broke, a cool breeze lingered in the air, while the scene before Shaogong was bustling with activity. However, Lin Wufeng, Song Ying, and Lin Dongzhe were lost in their own thoughts, oblivious to the surrounding commotion.
Suzhou stood before her family in a refreshing training outfit, her backpack slung over her shoulder. She exuded a lightness of being, yet there was an undeniable determination in her stance. Song Ying's eyes were red-rimmed as she tightly grasped her daughter's hands, offering gentle reminders: "Sweetheart, take care of yourself out there. Don’t be picky with your food, and make sure to cover yourself well when you sleep." Her voice caught in her throat; these mundane pieces of advice transformed into heartfelt concerns filled with love and worry. It felt as if once her daughter left, the mountains and rivers would separate them, leaving many uncertainties behind.
Lin Wufeng gently patted his wife's shoulder to comfort her but shared the same reluctance in his gaze towards their daughter. He ruffled Lin Xiao Yu's hair with his sturdy hand and spoke in a slightly hoarse voice: "Daughter, practice well. We are all proud of you at home. Go out and see the world; make us proud." His words were laced with an unmistakable pride for his daughter’s courage and opportunity to step onto a special stage.
Lin Dongzhe stood nearby, his usual mischievousness absent. He raised his fists high and shouted enthusiastically: "Sister! You’ll definitely be the brightest star on stage! When you come back, tell me all about the fun things in the military camp!" His youthful face was filled with sincerity and anticipation, his eyes sparkling with trust and encouragement for his sister.
With her eyes slightly moist, Suzhou nodded. Carrying the love, concern, and expectations of her family, she turned to join the training team. The Lin family watched her depart until her figure disappeared through the door. Only then did they reluctantly turn to leave, their hearts filled with hopes for her triumphant return.
As night fell, the dormitory at the Training Base was dimly lit and cold. After a long day of intense training, Suzhou pushed open the dormitory door with a weary body. Inside, her roommates were still strangers to her; each was busy organizing their belongings amidst quiet conversations that felt restrained. She silently walked to her bed, placed her toiletries down, and mechanically tidied up her simple bedding. As her fingers brushed over the sheets, her thoughts drifted back to the warmth of home.
Lying on the bed, she gazed at the water stains on the ceiling that resembled the familiar outline of a chandelier from home. Her eyes instantly welled up with tears. In times past at this hour, the family would gather around for dinner, sharing laughter under warm yellow lights. Her father would serve her favorite dishes while her mother would nag her to eat more. Her brother would make silly faces to amuse everyone. But now, all that surrounded her was an unfamiliar silence—the bed felt strange beneath her, the atmosphere foreign; even the shadows of trees outside seemed to harbor loneliness.
She hugged the thin blanket tightly and buried her face in it, trying to capture a hint of home’s scent. Tears quietly slipped down her cheeks, soaking one corner of her pillow. The occasional rustling from a roommate turning over only amplified the emptiness she felt inside. Longing for home twisted like vines in her heart—bittersweet and suffocating—but all she could do was silently swallow those tears in this quiet night and drift off into a muddled sleep, hoping that tomorrow’s training would ease this homesickness.
Days flowed like water. At first, Lin Dongzhe struggled with his sister's absence; everything felt lacking without their shared understanding and companionship. He often found himself staring blankly at his sister's empty room. Yet children’s hearts are ever-changing; as time passed, that longing quietly nestled itself deep within him.
One sunny day, Lin Dongzhe invited Xiao Ting to visit a small book stall by the street. Before the narrow stall filled with an array of colorful comic books, they squatted down together with their heads close together, eagerly flipping through old books. They laughed heartily at amusing illustrations one moment and gripped each other’s hands during tense plot twists the next—immersed in a wondrous world where worries vanished into thin air as laughter echoed around them.
Just as they were enjoying themselves, good news breezed into their little courtyard: Tu Nan Brother had been accepted into No. 1 High School! This news instantly ignited joy throughout the courtyard like fireworks bursting in everyone’s hearts. Teacher Zhuang returned hurriedly from grading papers with a beaming smile; even his footsteps seemed lighter. Huang Ling couldn’t stop smiling either and exclaimed that they should buy some meat to celebrate properly.
Before long, members of both the Wu Family and Lin Family gathered together around a table laden with sumptuous dishes steaming hot from cooking. Amidst laughter and cheers as glasses clinked together in celebration, there lingered an undercurrent of regret—Suzhou’s absence cast a shadow over this joyous feast. Whenever someone’s gaze fell upon her usual empty seat during moments of excitement, waves of longing surged forth.
As everyone enjoyed their drinks and conversation shifted topics, all eyes turned towards Lin Dongzhe as someone teased him: "Look at how accomplished Tu Nan Brother is! When will you also get into No. 1 High School so we can have more fun around here?" Lin Dongzhe's face flushed red; he scratched his head sheepishly and mumbled that he would work hard too—secretly resolving to shine just like his older siblings had done before him.
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