Those Classmates who Suddenly Disappeared

Starting a new relationship is easy, but ending one that has lasted a long time is hard. Gu Fan is experiencing this right now. He’s with Leng Le, but he’s still holding on to the good memories from the past.

It’s a new day and still no returned calls or messages. Gu Fan was gradually exhausted and no longer want to make such humble phone calls, send messages, or wait outside her apartment. He felt like he was losing himself in the process.

So, Gu Fan did something rather foolish. He posted on the internet, asking what it meant if you constantly call and message your girlfriend for days on end, and she never responds.

Immediately, kind-hearted internet users comforted Gu Fan, urged him to let go, reminding him that there are plenty of fish in the sea, and advising him that there’s a long road ahead and he can still meet someone much better.

One user casually responded, "Don’t be naive my friend, everyone always has their phone with them nowadays. If she really cared, she would’ve responded to you long ago. Let go of your illusions, save yourself some grief and leave with some dignity."

After Gu Fan posted, a parade of varied replies flooded in, each one landing heavy punches on his already battered heart. Even more depressing were the messages echoing his experiences, as if they’re finding a kindred spirit in his misery.

Gu Fan couldn’t bear to read on. The more he read, the more miserable he felt. It seemed like he really should listen to the advice and let go.

Just when Gu Fan was overwhelmed with emotion, he caught sight of the small box that Lin Xi had left with him for safekeeping. This instantly ignited a glimmer of hope. If Lin Xi had no intention of coming back, why would she want him to keep this box? This means she might come back. So, starting a relationship with Leng Le now may be a bit...

After considerable thought, Gu Fan laughed at himself. Lin Xi’s return doesn’t guarantee that they could pick up where they left off. If he clung to their old, nearly hopeless relationship, he could miss out on a new relationship, on Leng Le.

"Why are you doing this? Why won’t you respond? Why won’t you just send me a message and directly tell me it’s over? End it clearly and ease my pain, so I can start my new life. Isn’t that better?" Gu Fan mumbled to himself while glancing at his mobile phone. He then playfully tapped his head with it.

Finally, as if he had an epiphany, a relieved smile spread across his formerly distressed face. That’s right, he loved the old Lin Xi, not this new and completely strange woman that he knew nothing about. More accurately, once Lin Xi changed into someone else, their relationship was over too.