A Chinese delivery rider's flash marriage with an American partner has come to an end after just one year, as the couple parted due to cultural differences, denying any plot for a green card.
Unexpected Encounter, Romance Blossoms
In November 2024, 30-year-old Hannah, a kindergarten teacher in Alabama, had a delivery snack ordered and met 27-year-old Liu Hao in the elevator of her apartment building. Despite not speaking English, Liu Hao made an impression with the simple phrase 'Hello, I love you,' which deeply impressed Hannah.
Through the use of a translation app, the couple began to date and eventually married, with Hannah accompanying Liu Hao on his deliveries through the bitter winter in Northeast China.
Marriage of a Year, Unexpected Divorce
They got married in March 2025 in Liu Hao's hometown, with Hannah not asking for a dowry. However, their marriage lasted only a year due to cultural and lifestyle differences. Liu Hao recently announced that his wife has taken a position in Hangzhou and will return to Heilongjiang in two months to complete the divorce process.
Liu Hao believes that their limited communication and significant lifestyle differences made their marriage unsustainable. 'We thought we could overcome any obstacles with love, but life brought real challenges. It's better for everyone to part amicably.'
In response to allegations of marrying for a green card, Liu Hao clarified that he only had a primary education, and he had no idea what a green card was at the time of marriage. 'I only had a primary education, and I had no idea what a green card was when we got married.'
Background Information
This case sparked widespread online debate, with many praising it as a true love story. However, the realities of married life exposed cultural differences as the crutch of their relationship.