It's not too late to meet in the book

On a weekend morning, sunlight filtered through the gaps in the curtains and streamed into Lei Xiaoyue and Lin Yuxuan's bedroom, adding a touch of vitality to the quiet morning. The two children woke up early, eagerly preparing for their first classes. Lei Xiaoyue chose the elegant ballet class, while Lin Yuxuan opted for the challenging horseback riding class.

Lei Xiaoyue stood in front of the mirror, wearing the pink ballet dress her mother had carefully chosen for her. Her brand new pink ballet slippers shone charmingly under the light. She took a deep breath and gently stood on her toes, trying to emulate the graceful movements of the ballerinas she had seen on TV. However, reality wasn't as rosy as she had imagined.

"Ouch!" Lei Xiaoyue lost her balance, her center of gravity tilted forward, and she almost fell to the ground. She held on to the wall to steady herself, her brows slightly furrowed, and a sense of frustration rose in her heart. "Why are these shoes so hard to wear? My toes hurt."

At this time, the ballet teacher walked in. She was a slender, elegant lady wearing a white tutu, like a fairy from a fairy tale. "Xiaoyue, it will be a little uncomfortable to wear ballet shoes at first, but don't worry. Come, teacher will teach you some tips."

The ballet teacher gently held Lei Xiaoyue's hand and instructed her on how to stand and turn correctly. "Remember, push on your toes, bend your knees slightly, and maintain your balance." Under the teacher's patient guidance, Lei Xiaoyue gradually found her rhythm. Although she still occasionally lost her balance, she didn't give up and kept trying again and again.

"Teacher, I feel like I can stand a little more steadily!" Lei Xiaoyue shouted excitedly, her face filled with a smile of accomplishment.

"Very good, Xiaoyue, you did a great job! Remember, learning ballet requires patience and perseverance. As long as you persist, you will be able to dance beautifully." The ballet teacher's encouraging words were like a warm current, warming Lei Xiaoyue's heart.

Meanwhile, Lin Yuxuan stood in a corner of the stables, gazing at the towering horse before him with awe and fear. The horse had sturdy limbs and a shiny coat, its eyes gleaming with wisdom. Yet, to Lin Yuxuan, it seemed like a gigantic monster, leaving him feeling somewhat bewildered.

"Don't be afraid, kid. His name is Xiao Hei, and he's the most docile horse here." The riding instructor came over and patted Lin Yuxuan on the shoulder, trying to calm his nerves. The instructor was a burly, tanned man with extensive riding experience and a thorough understanding of horses' habits.

"Can I... can I touch it?" Lin Xiaoyue's voice trembled a little. He carefully stretched out his hand and gently touched Xiao Hei's nose. Xiao Hei seemed to feel his kindness and gently rubbed his hand with his nose, which made Lin Yuxuan feel a little warm and comforted.

"Very good, Xiao Yuxuan, you have taken the first step. Now, let's learn how to get on the horse." The coach instructed patiently. He asked Lin Yuxuan to stand next to Xiao Hei, holding the saddle with one hand and the reins with the other hand, then jumped lightly and sat steadily on the horse's back.

At first, Lin Yuxuan was so nervous that his whole body was stiff. He held the reins tightly, afraid that he would fall off accidentally. But as time went on, he gradually relaxed and began to try to interact with Xiao Hei. He gently patted Xiao Hei's neck, and Xiao Hei seemed to sense his trust and began to walk slowly.

"Look, Xiao Yuxuan, you did a great job! You can control Xiao Hei now." The coach encouraged from the side, with a satisfied smile on his face.

Lin Yuxuan listened to his coach's praise, his heart filled with pride and joy. He looked down at his riding boots, then up at the distant horse farm under the blue sky and white clouds. An unprecedented surge of courage and confidence surged within him.

"Coach, I want to try again!" Lin Yuxuan shouted loudly, his voice full of firmness and determination.

"Of course, Xiao Yuxuan, I believe you can become an excellent rider!" the coach responded with a smile.

In the ballet studio, Lei Xiaoyue was still diligently practicing the basic ballet movements. Beads of sweat covered her face, but her eyes were resolute. She knew that to become a great ballet dancer, she would have to put in even more effort and perspiration.

"Xiaoyue, you have made great progress today! Keep working hard, and you will be able to dance your own dance!" The ballet teacher encouraged Lei Xiaoyue, her voice full of tenderness and expectation.

"Thank you, teacher!" Lei Xiaoyue responded with a smile, her heart full of gratitude and motivation.

At the horse farm, Lin Yuxuan had already mastered the riding of Xiao Hei. He rode Xiao Hei freely around the farm, feeling the wind whistling past his ears. His heart was filled with freedom and joy, as if the whole world was at his feet.

"Xiao Yuxuan, you are really great! You have completely overcome your fear and difficulties!" The coach praised Lin Yuxuan, his voice full of pride and relief.

"Thank you, coach!" Lin Yuxuan shouted loudly, his voice full of confidence and joy.

"Xiaoyue, what do you think of today's ballet class?" Lin Yuxuan asked on the way home, his eyes full of anticipation and curiosity.

"Very tired, but also very happy!" Lei Xiaoyue responded with a smile.