What Song Can the Years Sing?

The boat drifts along the river, rising and falling with the waves.

Now that I have met you, my heart can finally rest.

If one day you leave this world before I do, I will not choose to leave with you. I will use my eyes to see the scenery meant for both of us, and my ears to hear the sounds meant for both of us. In my name, I will love and hate for you, travel across thousands of miles of mountains and rivers for you, and cherish the turning of the seasons for you. With all my heart, I will give this world twice the love: your love and mine.

by Chu Youyi