In the Chinese province of Shandong, a couple with a 22-year age gap recently faced criticism from their friends and family on their wedding day. The groom, Ly Minh, is a 33-year-old low-income delivery man earning about 3,000 CNY (over 10 million VND) per month. On the other hand, the bride, Vương Phương, is a 55-year-old retired teacher who used to earn 5,000 CNY (almost 17 million VND) per month.
Their love story began when Ly Minh was delivering food to Vương Phương a year ago. After a brief conversation, they exchanged contact information and began talking through WeChat. They started off as friends, sharing personal stories and experiences, but eventually, they developed romantic feelings for each other.
Despite facing opposition from their loved ones, who believed they were not suitable for each other due to their age gap and different life experiences, Ly Minh and Vương Phương decided to get married. Their intimate wedding was simple but meaningful, and they exchanged a modest dowry. Ly Minh offered 80,000 CNY (over 270 million VND) and promised to take care of his wife for the rest of her life, while Vương Phương pledged to use her retirement income to support their new life together.
Online, their wedding photos sparked controversy, with some people commenting that they looked more like mother and son than a couple. However, Ly Minh and Vương Phương remained happy and in love, proving that age is just a number when it comes to true love. They hope that their story will inspire others to follow their hearts and pursue love, regardless of societal expectations and prejudices.