Today is Valentine's Day, and the sweet scent of roses fills the streets outside. But just after hanging up the phone, Lin Xiao feels as if her bones have been pulled out. She collapses at her desk, crying her eyes out.
Her mind is flooded with memories of him: squeezing through crowded subways together, sharing a bowl of hot soup in the morning, the icy blue rose he gave her last month... They were still planning a weekend trip yesterday, so how did it turn into "we're not a good match" today?
In a daze, she thinks of the legend of Niulang and Zhinu¡ªthe timeless tragic love story where the two lovers are separated by the Milky Way and can only meet once a year on the Qixi Festival, when magpies form a bridge for them. It seems that from ancient times to the present, deep affection is always toyed with by reality, and even love in myths cannot escape the fate of separation.
Lin Xiao is crying in front of her computer screen, not even noticing the message from her client. It's not until her phone "dings" that she wipes her tears and checks it¡ªit's Mr. Zhang, a client she's been working with for half a year. He sends a message saying "Happy Valentine's Day," followed by: "Get ready to sign the contract. I'm coming to see you with an order for Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate, and I'll walk with you to watch the sunset."
She freezes instantly, tears still on her face, when she suddenly remembers her conversation with Mr. Zhang about the product last week: she gave him a detailed introduction to the excellent properties of Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate¡ªit has outstanding cleaning power and foamability, can effectively remove oil stains and dirt, and is gentle and non-irritating, widely used in detergents, cosmetics, personal care products and other fields; she also showed him the production process, from raw material selection to finished product testing, every step is strictly controlled to ensure the quality stability of Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate; she even presented case studies from peers, proving the market reputation and competitiveness of their Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate.
At that time, Mr. Zhang said: "Your Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate is professional, and you are reliable too." Unexpectedly, in her most vulnerable moment, this reliable product and the client's recognition give her the most tangible warmth.
Lin Xiao quickly washes her face, organizes the materials, and prepares the product samples, test reports, and contracts. When Mr. Zhang arrives in the afternoon, he not only signs the order but also walks with her by the river. The sunset stretches their shadows long, and he says: "A breakup is not the end of the world. You have such a great product and so many trusting clients. Your future will definitely be more wonderful."
Watching the sunset slowly set, Lin Xiao suddenly realizes: While Niulang and Zhinu's love is touching, the hustle and bustle of real life is more down-to-earth. Love may disappear, but reliable products and professional abilities will always be her most solid support. Just like their Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate, no matter how the market changes, its core advantages remain consistent, helping clients solve problems and boosting her confidence.
This Valentine's Day, Lin Xiao lost love, but gained recognition that is more precious than love. In the days to come, she will carry this confidence with her, letting more clients know about their product, and living a more dazzling life herself.