In a heartwarming display of dedication, a 31-year-old man from China has captured widespread attention on social media for his daily 320-kilometre round-trip commute to work, all for the love of his wife. According to a report by the South China Morning Post (SCMP), Lin Shu has been chronicling his extraordinary journey on the Chinese social media platform Douyin.Lin, hailing from Weifang in eastern China's Shandong province, begins his day remarkably early. He wakes up at 5:00 am, departs home by 5:20 am, and embarks on a 30-minute electric bike ride to reach the train station. There, he catches a train at 6:15 am, arriving at Qingdao in eastern Shandong by 7:46 am. From Qingdao, he then takes a 15-minute subway ride to finally reach his office.Despite the arduous journey, Lin manages to enjoy a brief respite with breakfast at his company's canteen before starting work at 9:00 am. After completing his workday, he faces another extensive commute of three to four hours to return home to Weifang, covering a total of 160 km from his office.When asked about the considerable time spent commuting, Lin expressed that it is all worthwhile "because of love." He and his wife, who recently married in May after a seven-year relationship, reside in Weifang where they own a flat, providing his wife with a sense of security.Previously living an hour away from his workplace in a rented flat, Lin explained that he opted for the lengthy commute to maximise time with his wife. Despite the challenges, he finds solace in the efficiency of intercity transport and highlighted that his manager does not require him to work overtime considering his circumstances.However, Lin revealed that the exhaustive commute is temporary, as his wife is actively seeking employment in Qingdao. The couple plans to settle permanently in Qingdao once she secures a job.Lin's story has resonated widely, amassing over 7 million views on Douyin. Social media users shared mixed reactions, with one commenter remarking, "Six hours a day. He must love his wife very much." Another individual, familiar with similar commutes, noted, "There are so many people who travel so far every day who work in Beijing and live in Tianjin or Hebei."The remarkable tale has also sparked curiosity about Lin's financial situation, with one user questioning, "How much does he earn a month to keep up a lifestyle like this?"
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