A Chinese man studying in Australia has captured the attention of the internet for his unusual commitment to love and education. Su Guangli, a 28-year-old student from Shandong province, captured the hearts of social media users around the world after documenting her incredible 11-week journey between Melbourne and China. For three months, Xu made weekly visits from his home in Dizhou, China, to RMIT University in Melbourne, where he was completing his master’s degree in arts management.
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A journey of devotion
From August to October, Su traveled thousands of miles to attend a class each week and also spent time with his girlfriend, who had returned to China after completing her studies in Australia. The most notable part of his journey? Each round trip took him three days.
Sue’s journey began every weekday at 7 a.m. in Dizo, where he would go to Jinan to catch a flight. After the holiday, he will arrive in Melbourne the next day to attend his class and return to China on the third day. Despite the exhausting travel schedule, Su explained to Dazhong Daily, “It was my last semester, and I only needed one class to fulfill my graduation requirements. More importantly, my girlfriend returned to China. was, and my life in Melbourne was lonely.
A personal and career-oriented decision
After studying in Australia for eight years, Sue saw her decision as just a way to maintain her relationship. He also saw the weekly visits as an opportunity to observe China’s domestic work environment, which could benefit his future career.
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Sue’s incredible journey caught the attention of social media users, who were amazed by her ability and determination. Xu documented his travels online, amassing nearly 10,000 followers. In a video, he broke down the costs of each trip, which totaled 6,700 yuan, including 4,700 yuan for the return flight, taxi fares and meals. To save money, Sue lived on a friend’s couch during her short time in Melbourne.
Worth the price for love
While the costs of Su’s trips exceeded the 10,000 yuan ($1,350) monthly rent he paid in Melbourne, Su expressed that the time and money spent were “worth the love” and “home.” Good food.” His flights often included vacations to various cities in China, and on one occasion, he even went to Vietnam.
After completing her studies at the end of October, Sue no longer has to make the difficult journey. Her story has left a lasting impression on social media, with many praising her perseverance and dedication to both her studies and her relationships.