roccoschili Chapter 118 Farewell to the Children
Chapter 118 Farewell to the Children
The video showed the children's daily lives in the nursery, playing, learning, and with innocent smiles on their faces. However, when the scene switched to a child crying alone, Team Leader Qin frowned slightly.
"What's going on?" he asked, his eyes fixed on the screen.
I explained, "This child's name is Maggie. Her parents died in an interstellar war. Every time she thinks of her parents, she can't help crying."
Team Leader Qin's eyes grew heavy, as if filled with endless worry and deep thought. He sighed deeply and spoke in a low voice, "Alas, war is truly heartbreaking! It brings so much pain and sorrow to people, especially to the families who have lost their loved ones. I wonder how much they must be suffering!"
The video then switched to a scene of children happily playing. Team Leader Qin's expression instantly became relaxed and cheerful, a faint smile playing on his lips. He stared intently at the screen, occasionally letting out bursts of hearty laughter, as if he was infected by the children's innocence.
After all the videos finished playing, Team Leader Qin clapped his hands gently and said to me with a smile, "I just heard the children affectionately call you 'Teacher Sui Sui,' so I'll follow suit. I may be comparable in age to your father, but that doesn't hinder our communication. From these videos, I can feel the sincere care and love your entire kindergarten staff has for the children, and I also see the heartfelt love that many netizens have for the children."
Hearing this, I was incredibly excited and quickly expressed my heartfelt gratitude to Team Leader Qin, promising to send him the edited videos as soon as possible. Team Leader Qin nodded in approval, adding, "As long as we review them and find no issues, you can publish them on the Bilin platform."
Upon hearing the news, I was ecstatic, my face filled with a happy smile, and I once again expressed my gratitude to Team Leader Qin. Next, we discussed the specific plan for video shooting and production, hoping to present a more exciting and attractive work.
"I hope that through these videos, more people can get to know these lovely and hardworking children." I said with anticipation.
Looking at the children on screen, their smiles and hard work make me feel incredibly proud. Every child is unique, with their own dreams and aspirations. As an educator, I'm willing to use my camera to capture their growth and share this beauty with everyone.
We ended the conversation happily. Although I was a little surprised to be asked if I had a boyfriend, this exchange allowed me to gain a deeper understanding of other people's views and opinions, which was quite rewarding.
As I left Team Leader Qin's office and headed toward the children's lounge area, I reflected on today's conversation. While I felt a little uncomfortable being asked personal questions, it also made me realize that life isn't just about work; there are many other aspects to consider. It also reminded me to keep an open mind and be receptive to different perspectives and suggestions.
In the future, I will continue to film videos with passion, showcasing the real lives and growth of children. Perhaps these videos will become precious memories for them, or inspire more people to pay attention to education. No matter what, I will persevere because this is a career I love.
Returning to the children's lounge, I saw them playing happily. I sat down and watched them quietly, my heart filled with warmth and comfort.
At this time, Maggie ran over and hugged me.
"Teacher Sui Sui, I miss my mom and dad..." Tears flashed in her eyes.
I stroked her hair gently and comforted her, "Maggie, Mom and Dad must be watching over you in heaven. They will always protect you."
Maggie looked up at me with a strong smile on her face.
"Okay, I understand, Teacher Sui Sui. I will live a good life and be as brave as my parents!"
I nodded with emotion and secretly decided in my heart to work harder to create more beautiful memories for these children.
I looked at Maggie and smiled: "Come on, Maggie, let's go play together."
A glint of surprise flashed in Maggie's eyes, and she followed me to join the children's games.
The sound of laughter filled the lounge, and the children's innocence warmed my heart. During the game, I kept an eye on Maggie's moods, noticing her gradually forgetting her worries and returning to her childlike smile.
However, good times are always short-lived. Before I knew it, two hours had passed and the clock pointed to seven o'clock.
"Kids, let's stop here for today. Teacher Sui Sui has to leave, and you have other plans for the evening." I said softly.
The children all stopped what they were doing, their faces showing reluctance to leave. Xueni and Yuyun, in particular, ran over and hugged me tightly, unwilling to let go.
"Teacher Sui Sui, can't you stay with us a little longer?" Xue Ni's voice was a little tearful.
I stroked her hair lovingly. "Dear children, Teacher Sui Sui will be back soon. Besides, there is only one month left in your summer camp. During this period, the teacher hopes that you can protect yourselves and enjoy the happiness of this summer. When the summer camp is over, Teacher Sui Sui and Teacher Lotta will come to pick you up!"
Hearing what I said, anticipation gradually appeared on the children's faces.
I squatted down, opened my arms, and said to them gently, "Come, let the teacher hug you."
The children gathered around me and hugged me tightly. Some of the boys seemed a little shy, but eventually they gathered up the courage to come over to me and hug me goodbye.
"Goodbye, kids." I patted their shoulders gently.
"Goodbye, Teacher Sui Sui." The children responded in unison.
As I turned to leave the lounge, I heard, "Teacher Sui Sui, you're beautiful no matter what. Nothing is more important than your health. Be sure to eat well when you get home." "Yes, Teacher Sui Sui, we love you no matter what you are, so you have to take care of yourself," Abel and Vaughn said, looking at me. I'd felt like Abel and Vaughn had been whispering to each other; it turned out they'd noticed I'd lost weight and were worried about me. They truly were my sweethearts.
Hearing their caring words, I felt warm inside. So, I smiled and replied, "Teacher Sui Sui knows that I eat well every day. I didn't lose weight deliberately this time. The bad things in my body have disappeared, and now my body is slowly recovering." After saying this, I saw their eyes filled with disbelief.
I quickly explained, "I really wasn't lying to you. Didn't you notice today? Before, even the slightest bit of exercise would leave Teacher Suisui panting and sweating profusely. But today, when playing games and exercising with you, Teacher Suisui was different. Trust Teacher Suisui; she's getting better." I hoped to reassure them and express my gratitude. After I finished, Carl looked at me with sparkling eyes and said, "Yes, Teacher Suisui wasn't sweating profusely today, and her lips aren't white. Teacher Suisui, I want to be a doctor and make sure you never get sick again!" My eyes welled up, tears nearly welling up in my eyes. This little child possessed such determination and kindness.
Then, other children also expressed their aspirations. Some said they wanted to be scientists to invent medicine; some said they wanted to be nutritionists to make delicious meals for me; and some said they wanted to be fitness coaches to teach me how to exercise. Each child's words were so sincere and heartwarming.
I listened quietly to the children's speeches, my heart filled with emotion and gratitude. Their care and love gave me endless strength, as if all my fatigue and discomfort had instantly dissipated. These lovely children, with their pure hearts, demonstrated what true love is, and their kindness filled me with deep happiness.
Although our time together was brief, they have become a part of my life. I will cherish these precious memories deep in my heart and continue on my journey with their blessings. At the same time, I hope to return to them in better shape and spend more wonderful times with them. Because they are the brightest stars in my life, illuminating my path forward.