Chapter 317 Happy Memories

Li Xiangqian looked at her with concern in his eyes: "If there is anything I can do for you, please tell me. I know we don't communicate much, but I always care about you." When Lou Xiao'e heard this, she was touched. She didn't expect that this neighbor who didn't talk much would care about her so much.

Lou Xiao'e finally opened her heart and told Li Xiangqian about her troubles. It turned out that her parents had recently divorced and she felt very helpless and miserable in the middle. Li Xiangqian listened patiently and nodded from time to time to show his understanding and support. He did not give too much advice, but just accompanied her and made her feel that she was not alone.

From that night on, Li Xiangqian and Lou Xiao'e gradually became closer. They began to chat in the yard frequently, sharing each other's lives and feelings. Li Xiangqian found that Lou Xiao'e was not only beautiful in appearance, but also very kind in heart. She had many dreams and pursuits, and was full of hope for the future. Lou Xiao'e found that although Li Xiangqian was introverted, he was very talented, knowledgeable, and had a unique perspective on life.

Their communication made each other feel happy and satisfied. Li Xiangqian no longer just paid silent attention, but actively participated in Lou Xiao'e's life. They took care of the flowers and plants in the yard together, discussed books and music together, and sometimes even went for a walk in the nearby park together. Li Xiangqian's life became colorful because of Lou Xiao'e's appearance, and Lou Xiao'e also felt warm and at ease because of Li Xiangqian's company.

However, Li Xiangqian always had a hidden worry in his heart. He knew that Lou Xiao'e was a woman who pursued freedom and dreams, and that she would leave this courtyard one day to pursue her future. Although he was reluctant to face this fact, he knew that he could not stop her. He could only cherish every day and every moment he spent with her, and silently wish her well.

One day, Lou Xiao'e told Li Xiangqian that she was going to work in another place to realize her dream. Li Xiangqian felt disappointed, but he did not show it. Instead, he smiled and wished her well: "Xiao'e, I believe you will succeed. No matter where you are, I will support you." Lou Xiao'e nodded gratefully, tears in her eyes.

Li Xiangqian's family has a small piece of land with a few rows of corn. The corn is growing well, and the golden ears are shining in the sun. Whenever he is busy in the yard, he can't help but think of Lou Xiao'e across the street. Her laughter and her busy figure seem to have become an indispensable part of his life.

One morning, Li Xiangqian was loosening the soil in the field when he suddenly heard Lou Xiao'e's voice coming from the opposite side: "Brother Li, the corn is growing well today!" Li Xiangqian looked up and saw Lou Xiao'e standing by the wall of the yard, smiling at him. His heart warmed and he smiled and replied: "Yes, the corn is growing well this year. It looks like we will have a good harvest in the fall."

Lou Xiao'e came over, squatted on the ground, and looked at the corn carefully: "Brother Li, you are really hardworking. You must have spent a lot of time to grow these corns so well." Li Xiangqian smiled slightly and wiped the sweat from his forehead: "It's nothing, I just pay more attention to it."

Lou Xiao'e nodded, a hint of admiration flashing in her eyes: "Your serious and focused attitude is really admirable." Her eyes made Li Xiangqian feel a little embarrassed. He lowered his head and continued to work, but his heart was full of warmth.

Sometimes, Lou Xiao'e would help Li Xiangqian take care of the corn. The two worked side by side, Lou Xiao'e carefully weeding and watering, while Li Xiangqian guided her and taught her some tips on planting. The two cooperated tacitly, like a harmonious team. During these times, Li Xiangqian felt an unprecedented happiness and satisfaction.

One evening, Li Xiangqian and Lou Xiao'e sat on a stone bench in the yard, enjoying the evening breeze. Lou Xiao'e suddenly asked, "Brother Li, have you ever had any dreams?" Li Xiangqian was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "I also had some dreams when I was young, but later I felt that an ordinary life was also good."

Lou Xiao'e nodded thoughtfully: "I always think that people should have dreams at all times, so that they can have motivation in life." Li Xiangqian looked at her, his heart filled with mixed emotions. He knew that Lou Xiao'e was a person with dreams, while he was just an ordinary middle-aged man, living a simple and ordinary life. He suddenly felt that he was so far away from her, even though they were sitting so close at the moment.

"What about you, Xiao'e? What's your dream?" Li Xiangqian asked, wanting to know more about her. Lou Xiao'e smiled slightly, with a twinkle in her eyes: "I want to go to a bigger city and be a successful designer. I like designing and creating beautiful things, and I hope to achieve something in my field one day."

Li Xiangqian listened, feeling proud of her dream, but also a little worried. He knew that Lou Xiao'e's dream was destined to leave this courtyard, and he could only support her silently behind her. He didn't want to break the tranquility of the moment, but just quietly accompanied her and watched the sunset gradually fall in the sky.

As the days passed, Lou Xiao'e's departure was getting closer. Li Xiangqian calculated the time in his heart every day, hoping that this time could be extended. Although he knew it was futile.

One day, Li Xiangqian was busy harvesting corn when Lou Xiaoe suddenly ran over and said excitedly, "Brother Li, I received good news! I was hired by a large company's design department and will be working there next month." When Li Xiangqian heard the news, he was overwhelmed with mixed emotions. He knew that this was the beginning of her dream coming true, but at the same time, it also meant that she was about to leave him.

Li Xiangqian suppressed his inner disappointment and smiled: "Xiao'e, I'm so happy for you. This is a rare opportunity, you must seize it." Lou Xiao'e nodded, tears in her eyes: "Thank you, Brother Li. Your concern and support during this period are really important to me."

That night, Li Xiangqian sat alone in the yard, holding an ear of freshly harvested corn in his hand, his heart filled with melancholy. He recalled every moment he spent with Lou Xiao'e, with both happy memories and unspeakable pain in his heart. He knew that his feelings for her had long surpassed ordinary neighborly relations, but he also understood that this relationship was destined to be fruitless.