Colorful years

Congcong's cousin, San San, is the same age as him and has been his playmate since childhood. The two are the closest of friends.

She watched her brother grow increasingly silent and withdrawn, and felt extremely anxious. So, she decided to help him overcome his grief in her own way.

Every day, San San would play with Cong Cong, trying to dispel the gloom in his heart with laughter.

However, Congcong's reaction was always indifferent.

He seemed to have lost interest in everything, including his once favorite games and toys.

Whenever San tried to talk to him, he would always silently lower his head, his eyes empty and confused.

Seeing her brother like this, San San felt even more upset.

She knew that her brother needed more than just companionship and comfort; he needed the courage to accept reality.

So she decided to find an opportunity to have a good talk with Congcong.

One evening, San San and Cong Cong were sitting in the courtyard enjoying the cool air. She gently took Cong Cong's hand, looked into her brother's eyes, and said softly, "Brother Cong Cong, what does it matter if you have a scar? Living is more important than anything else! You have to believe that no matter what you become now, you will always be the best brother in my heart."

Congcong listened to San San's words, his heart filled with mixed emotions. He looked up at his sister's encouraging eyes, tears welling up in his eyes.

He choked up as he said, “Third sister, I know you all love me. But I really can’t accept who I am now. I’ve become so ugly, so clumsy. I’m afraid others will laugh at me, afraid you will despise me.”

After hearing this, San San hugged Cong Cong tightly.

She gently patted her brother's back, comforting him, "Brother Congcong, don't think like that. Your family will never look down on you, and your friends won't laugh at you. You need to become stronger and more capable, and everyone will give you a thumbs up!"

Yes, becoming depressed will only make you more and more mediocre. You must not live a life that becomes a joke.

As Congcong listened to San San's words, he gradually calmed down. He understood that his third sister was right.

He cannot remain trapped in the pain of the past; he must learn to accept reality and rediscover his courage and confidence.

Since then, Congcong has begun to try to accept the changes in himself.

He no longer tried to hide the scar, but instead showed it to others openly.

He also began to work hard to improve his oral expression and thinking skills, hoping to return to his previous level.

Although the process was difficult, Congcong never gave up.

Seeing the changes in Congcong, his family felt very gratified.

They knew that Congcong was slowly emerging from the shadows in his own way, rediscovering his own sunshine.

However, life is always full of variables.

Just as Congcong was gradually accepting the changes in herself, a new challenge quietly arrived.

That day, Congcong went to school as usual. However, when he entered the classroom, he found that his classmates were looking at him with strange eyes.

Congcong felt a pang of anxiety; he knew that his scars and changes had already attracted the attention of his classmates.

Sure enough, before long, a few mischievous classmates who were jealous of Congcong's academic performance began to laugh at him.

They pointed at Congcong's scars and shouted, "Look! This is that stupid Congcong! He's become so ugly!"

Hearing his classmates' laughter, Congcong felt as if his heart was being cut by a knife.

He clenched his fists tightly, trying hard not to let his tears fall. However, no matter how hard he tried, the tears still streamed down his face.

Just then, the homeroom teacher, Mr. Li, walked into the classroom. He saw Congcong's tears and heard the students' laughter.

He immediately understood what had happened. So he went to Congcong's side, gently patted his shoulder, and gestured for him not to be sad.

Then, Ms. Li turned around and looked at the whole class seriously.

He said, "Classmates, do you know that everyone has their own unique characteristics? Congcong's scars are a symbol of his courage in facing difficulties, not something we should laugh at."

We should learn to respect everyone, including their appearance and flaws. Only in this way can we become truly cultured and refined individuals.

The students all lowered their heads as they listened to Teacher Li's words.

They realized their mistake and apologized to Congcong.

Congcong felt a warmth in his heart as he looked into the sincere eyes of his classmates.

He knew he was not alone, and that many people were willing to understand and support him.

From then on, Congcong began to face life more positively. He was no longer afraid of others' ridicule and discrimination, but instead used his actions to prove his worth.

He studies hard, actively participates in various activities, and strives to become a better version of himself.

As time went by, Congcong gradually regained his self-confidence and courage.

He no longer felt inferior because of the scar, nor was he frustrated by his declining intelligence.

He understands that everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses, and the important thing is to learn to accept yourself and strive to become a better version of yourself.