Colorful years

From that day on, Congcong seemed like a different person. He no longer passively escaped reality, but instead faced life's challenges with a more proactive attitude.

He learned to face the ridicule and discrimination from others with equanimity; whenever he encountered difficulties, he would always think of the classmates who gave him encouragement and support.

Congcong has put in more effort than ever before in his studies. He gets up early every day to memorize texts and review his lessons, and he also takes the initiative to ask teachers and classmates for help in his spare time.

Moreover, he actively participated in various school activities, and his active figure could be seen in everything from speech contests to sports meets.

Time flies, and days pass by. Through persistent efforts, Congcong finally made significant progress. Gradually, he regained the confidence and courage he had once lost.

The scar on his face was no longer the source of his inferiority complex, but rather a symbol of his indomitable spirit; and the slight decline in his intelligence could not stop him from pursuing his dreams. He firmly believed that as long as he kept striving, he would definitely be able to achieve his goals.

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.

After about two years of depression, Congcong gradually regained his 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.

The so-called decline in both IQ and EQ is actually relative to one's former self.

After all, he suffered a severe head injury. Although the scars had healed, Congcong clearly felt that his verbal expression was not only slower than his brain's thinking speed, but also that his words were often incoherent and lacked the necessary friendliness, and he could easily offend others.

This change indicates that one's IQ and EQ have declined significantly, meaning that one has fallen from a remarkable child prodigy to an ordinary person.

For Congcong, the thing that scares him the most is that he can't keep up with his peers in his studies.

Because if that were the case, his beautiful wish to bring honor to his ancestors, escape rural life, and change his fate might be dashed.

This is why he fell into endless pain and frustration, unable to accept his current mediocre self.

However, when he turned seven and started school, the situation gradually changed.

Judging from his performance in learning textbook knowledge, listening to teachers' lectures, and completing tasks such as memorizing and doing homework, Congcong's amazing memory and comprehension ability still far surpass all his classmates and even the older students in the whole school.

A photographic memory and the ability to understand instantly—these are the extraordinary learning abilities that Congcong possesses.

It is precisely because of this extraordinary talent that Congcong can always easily surpass all other students in memorizing texts and completing homework, and he is always the first to finish his tasks in class or during breaks.

What's even more amazing is that he never needs to go home after school to review his textbooks or do his homework.

Especially since he started writing compositions in the third grade, Congcong's compositions have become model compositions in the class and are read aloud by the Chinese teacher to the whole class.

At these times, Congcong would always bask in the envious and admiring gazes of his classmates, feeling as warm as the sunshine.

Because of his outstanding performance, all the teachers and classmates regarded Congcong as their precious daughter and treated him with special care.

Even his minor flaw of speaking bluntly was forgiven by his teachers and classmates as if he were their own child.

Seeing all this, Congcong finally realized that his previous worries were nothing but fleeting clouds and completely unnecessary.

Confidence and courage returned to Congcong like birds returning to their nests, as if they had never left.

His eyes shone with a resolute light, like the brightest star in the night sky, and his face beamed with a smile as radiant as spring flowers in bloom.

The family members watched Congcong's changes silently like guardian angels, their hearts filled with joy and pride, like ripples spreading across a calm lake.

It was because of the warm care and love of her family that Congcong was able to find light in the darkness and regain her confidence.

Congcong also deeply realized that the love of his family was like the strongest fortress in his life, indestructible.

No matter when or where, whenever he encounters difficulties or setbacks, his family will always stand by his side without hesitation, giving him boundless strength and courage.

This selfless love has made Congcong stronger and braver, enabling her to face all kinds of challenges in life.

Time flies, and Congcong has grown into a responsible and dependable young man.

He is no longer the naive child who needs constant care from his family, but a promising young man who can face challenges on his own and contribute to society.

On the other hand, during the two years that Congcong was confused and depressed, his family members were very worried and gave him a lot of comfort and encouragement.

Grandpa racked his brains to help Congcong forget his pain and face himself.

Congcong clearly remembers that, in order to soothe his young and wounded heart, his 73-year-old grandfather went to great lengths, trekking more than 30 kilometers of mountain road to accompany Congcong to Shentangwan at the foot of Tianzi Mountain to visit Zhang Zhong, who was digging gourds there.

Grandpa hoped that through this experience, Congcong would personally feel the power of nature and the hardships of life.

This approach actually worked.