Chapter One: The Classic of Mountains and Seas and Time
I moved closer to him, touching his smooth arm, the heat overwhelming. Thus, I used my body to create a space, shielding him from the invading, terrifying raindrops: "Get a good sleep, Wei Guangyin. When the rain stops, the nightmare will also cease."
The first segment is quite simple. As soon as the music starts, the two of you pretend to begin a duel, fighting fiercely and evenly matched. Ultimately, when it becomes impossible to determine a victor, the two of you turn enemies into friends and celebrate with wine. From then on, you become bosom friends, venturing through the world together until you meet your respective wives. The wives do not allow you to engage in the tumultuous world any longer, so you have no choice but to retreat to the mountains and forests. At the moment of parting, you clasp your fists and say to each other, "Regretting having wives"
The word "home" is too tempting for me, so I was filled with excitement: "Shall we find a time to go chop some trees together?!" Suddenly, no one responded.
Is it good to play together with the young man in the future
Liu Dazhuang leaned in with his plump face and asked, "Migu? What kind of valley is that? Can it be eaten?"
Although I do not have much affection for my biological parents, I am the kind of person whose curiosity can lead to trouble. So, I called two little friends who usually follow me around and, while the staff were not paying attention, we sneaked into the document room. However, while my companions found a lot of information, I only found a single letter
It is not a clichéd romantic story, but rather one of chivalry and tenderness. Liu Dazhuang and another companion portray a skilled hero who fights against the strong to help the weak and upholds justice
It turns out I was not discarded, she will come back to find me! Just like that old man will come back to find you!
In an instant, that boy, as cold and clear as the moonlight, unexpectedly jumped down from the railing and picked up that letter
He turned his head to gaze at me, with a pair of eyes that had prematurely captured the desolation of the clouds.
However, these minor incidents did not affect my promise to the steward. I have known since childhood what it means to "be at the mercy of others". Therefore, when the other children in the courtyard became jealous and caused trouble due to the special treatment that the young boy received, I would always say a few words in his defense, albeit symbolically, even though he did not appreciate it
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Earlier, I heard the director mention to the volunteers about a child of a significant figure who will be coming to the institution in the future. They were not clear about who this person was, but the implication was that the child would be placed here for a period of time, with no information disclosed, including the child's name. However, to me, no matter how important the person may be, once their child is abandoned here, they are just like us—abandoned infants. Therefore, I deliberately sang this song, attempting to provoke a reaction from the other party. It was evident that I succeeded. I still remember the delicate-featured young boy, whose face turned pale in an instant, clearly discernible under the sunlight.
It is not that I am arrogant and dislike gifts, but as the least popular child in the institute, the warmth I can feel is limited to this, and I cannot tolerate others taking even this little attention away from me. Therefore, my first impression of him was not good; I even secretly competed with him in my heart, staring in the direction of the unfamiliar intruder, my voice rising rather than lowering, stubbornly singing the adapted nursery rhyme to the end.
Indeed, in my world, it is only a lack of ambition to refuse a gift that is within reach
In the "Classic of Mountains and Seas," there is a type of tree called the Migu. It has black wood grain and resembles the mulberry tree, possessing a function similar to that of a compass. When a person wears it, they will not lose their way.
Young master, the gentleman and lady are on a business trip abroad. You may return with us for now. You have worked hard these days
Just as I was filled with enthusiasm and was about to blurt out "I am willing," the boy immediately said: "The language of the begonia flower is to follow the guidance of others. In fact, your ability to read and comprehend is quite strong; many things become clear after just one explanation. You simply lack the right guidance. In the future, make more effort on your own, read some extracurricular books, and ask the dean when you encounter things you do not understand."
Because of that letter, I believed that one day my mother would return to hold my hand, walking from one end of the amusement park to the other. Since then, I suddenly began to recognize some simple words. There was a young volunteer in the peaceful environment, majoring in psychology, who analyzed that my reading disability stemmed from subjective consciousness: "There are usually two clinical manifestations, either depression and a reluctance to speak, or an outwardly cheerful demeanor with an inner sense of closure"
On that day, both she and I performed steadily and entered the answering session ahead of schedule
If Binzhong is likened to an ocean, then Sheng Shan and others are the freely swimming whales, while I am the shrimp that can be swallowed at any moment. In this unfamiliar sea, I must walk very diligently and cautiously to make myself appear effortless. But I do not regret coming here
Now it is my turn to be overwhelmed
He seemed to have reservations about returning to the Wei family. I did not understand the reason, yet at that moment, I resolutely decided not to let that group in black take him away
At four o'clock in the morning, the begonia flowers remain awake. Between his pale lips, flowers are also in bloom
The admission criteria of this school are extremely strict, and cases like mine, where a student transfers in during the third year of high school, are rare
After all, they are just children a little over ten years old. No matter how calm he usually is, upon witnessing the scene of the fierce wind uprooting trees, he could not help but take a step back. I, being small yet bold, instinctively reached out to grasp his icy fingertips, as if this gesture could impart courage to him.
I felt a tightness in my throat, secretly delighted
I still remember that day; it was also the June 1st Children's Day, and he had just been in Xianghe for a year. In the evening, I originally planned to secretly go to the hillside to cut down trees, intending to give the Migu Valley as a gift for Children's Day. However, the appearance of those people disrupted my plans
I thought about it: "Is my character better than theirs?"
I held onto the branch, feeling for the first time the grandeur of sadness. So grand that even the heavens could not bear to witness it, summoning a once-in-a-century storm that trapped us on the hillside
The classroom building is located at the far east, where I can see the first rays of dawn every day. Sheng Shan asked the driver to take me to the registration office, where the staff helped me familiarize myself with the surroundings. On the way, I encountered a teacher walking alongside a student, who were discussing issues related to human anatomy.
Can you read the contents of the letter to me
With Christmas officially arriving, the dean has requested me, who is usually quite active, to put on a show. After racking my brains and pulling out my hair, I finally came up with an idea: to team up with Liu Dazhuang and other friends to perform a movie.
I truly can sing, and I even chose a representative piece from the Uyghur ethnic group titled "Lift Your Veil." However, despite my thick skin, it was my first time appearing on television, and I inevitably felt a bit nervous, resulting in me mistakenly singing the lyrics as "Lift Your Head Cover" which caused quite a stir. Fortunately, the host, with exceptional skills in handling such situations, quickly covered it with five lively "hahahaha" laughs and swiftly responded, "So it turns out that our classmate Cheng is performing a cold joke."
What type of gas do we commonly refer to as dry ice in its solid state
Upon reflection, I realized that my seemingly indifferent attitude towards being abandoned was merely a facade. In reality, I do care. I am deeply troubled by the thought of what kind of parents could commit acts more cruel than that of a tiger, which does not harm its own cubs
Before entering, I had already noticed the heartless girl across from me. What is commendable about her is her slender waist and delicate legs, her red lips and fair skin; posting photos online would undoubtedly evoke a flurry of imaginations. She also possesses an aloofness that keeps others at a distance, beautiful yet not vulgar, like a uniquely scented perfume. What is lamentable is that the only thing I can compare with her is probably just my age. And that girl is Sheng Shan.
As the words fell, my anxious heart settled, and by some inexplicable force, I jumped up, wrapping my arms around him, spinning around in a frenzy.
This port city is not short of passing winds, yet I have never seen rain clouds that tear the sky apart. He and I were trapped under a massive rock, with rain pouring down like a dense spider web. The leaves around us swayed like ghostly shadows, and the mountains and rivers in our sight overlapped. A tree, half the height of a person, was swept up by the hurricane and torrential rain, heading straight for the cliff, falling to the bottom without a sound.
The information related to the children's backgrounds is extremely important, therefore the fire prevention work in the data room must not be taken lightly
On the day of registration, the weather was unpredictable, with the four golden characters on the gate shrouded in thick clouds, yet they could not obscure the swelling fullness of my heart. However, my good mood soon dissipated completely
Taking advantage of the other party's moment of distraction, she instructed the driver to drive away swiftly
Oh, isn't this the girl who made me lose face on television
I attribute all of this to him reading the letter for me; thereafter, I willingly took on the role of his protector, fiercely confronting anyone who spoke ill of him or bullied him
Grow up well, wait for my return
He, who was merely an observer, let out a "pfft" sound
Having never called him by name, I felt somewhat apprehensive, yet he was in a daze, only catching the two words "good" that escaped my lips, and murmured: "Look, you think it's good too..."
I suddenly understood why Sheng Shan lost to me during the PK. Because people like her are simply not interested in trivial matters such as what lights to use when parking. Her mind is occupied with grand issues like the nation, the world, and human technology, as the lyrics say—contributing to socialism. As for me, I am not some genius girl; I have relied solely on rote memorization throughout my studies.
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I was speaking passionately, and only after I finished did I catch a glimpse of Sheng Shan's expression of "What on earth are you talking about?" This made me feel somewhat embarrassed, and I instinctively imitated her by saying: "Well... my surname is Zi, and my given name is Lai Shu.
I wanted to express my agreement towards the boy, but all I received was a look that said, "I can't help you"
My relationship with him began to ease that night. On that day, the proud young man fluently read a letter to me, which merely expressed the pain of his departure. At the end of the letter, he paused for a moment and finally spoke in a voice as cold as moonlight.
Liu Dazhuang could not help but interject: "Why regret having a wife? Could it be that they..."
When it comes to martial arts, I am no match for Dazhuang, so I can only run away with my short legs, shouting in a flurry, "Help me!"
The rain was pouring heavily, and the path down the mountain was deep and secluded. The surrounding grass and leaves had been washed away multiple times by mud and stones, making the ground flat and slippery. The bodyguard held me down with one hand while clearing away the obstacles in front of us with the other. I once again unleashed the fierce technique of the "Dog Tooth Frenzy," determined to chase after Wei Guangyin on the ground, exerting even more force than before. The man suddenly felt pain and instinctively threw me to the ground, not controlling his strength well.
It was Children's Day, and there was a performance in the courtyard. I was singing on stage, feeling quite happy, when I saw the children rushing towards the gifts like a rising tide, while I remained indifferent.
Savoury pastry.
Change my love, forgive my abrupt departure
What you should be saying is ... ... we will meet again in the future
The Migu tree is a type of tree mentioned in the "Shan Hai Jing". It is said that wearing it will eventually lead one back home.
No, it's nothing. Everyone has moments of embarrassment. For instance, I once bought something worth 36 yuan with a 100 yuan bill, and when the shopkeeper gave me my change, he said, "Here, I will give you 74 yuan." Upon hearing this, I thought it was too much and quickly returned 10 yuan honestly. However, when I got home, I discovered that he had only given me 54 yuan! The bond of trust can be so easily severed.
Which country has the most crop circles in the world
Look! It's here! Good words are indeed saved for the end as the main event! The male lead is about to tell me the language of the begonia flower! Is he going to give me begonia flowers as a token? He must be wanting me to recognize him with the flowers when I grow up and then unite in matrimony!
Dazhuang shot me a fierce glare, and I immediately fell silent, clearing my throat to say: "It seems this won't work? If it doesn't, I'll think of another way..."
That night, I inexplicably could not sleep, so I got up to look outside the window. The cold air, like silk spun by silkworms, covered the glass without leaving any gaps. When I opened it slightly, I discovered that there was someone in the yard; it was him
What signal should be used when a motor vehicle pulls over to the side of the road?
He appeared later in Xianghe, where several beautiful streamlined cars were parked at the entrance. Two men in black clothing and with black hair were carrying gifts in one hand while escorting him and the butler as they got out of the car
Fool
If one day your mother still has not returned, you must wait as strong as you are now. Wait for someone in this world to bring you the love that you are owed
"She" should refer to my mother, and I thought without thinking: "Of course! I also want someone to call me little princess every day and buy me cotton candy"
In order to have me repay the 0.13 yuan, Liu Dazhuang began to obey my every command. From then on, he relied on me for strategy in fights, while I depended on him for physical strength. Despite the fact that our combined intelligence could not match his silent demeanor, all of the aforementioned actions were merely my own delusions. Because after that night of the letter, he remained indifferent, including towards me.
In the depths of fear, the sensations of cold and hunger have become superfluous; I can only fixate intently on that youthful face, which is as exquisite as jade, hoping that fear may diminish a little.
At the time of writing this sentence, Sheng Shan was sitting directly across from me, which made me feel particularly uneasy, fearing that she would return my gaze with a look of "a dog's eye looking down on a person." Oh no, I meant "a person's eye looking down on a dog." But God is my witness, that year, in the eyes of everyone, I was indeed still a brilliant and intelligent young genius.
The crisp and clear voice of Fang Luo resonated, and the audience immediately erupted in applause, among them were spectators who sighed for Sheng Shan, whispering to each other: "What a pity, such a simple question"
Recalling the expression of Wei Guangyin frowning in his dream, I screamed and fought back even more fiercely, but was restrained by a trained adult man with one hand. The other bodyguards acted accordingly, each taking one of us, Wei Guangyin and me, and carrying us in different directions. I was being taken back to Xianghe, while he was likely heading back to the city.
In the second battle, I adopted a didactic approach, looking at him with my bright, watery eyes and asking: "Could you please stop bullying him? What wrong has he done! He is merely a bit more good-looking! And he is smarter than you!"
I will give it a try
If she comes back, will you go with her
The young boy often sits quietly in the eaves or near the door, gazing at the sun or the moon, occasionally looking at texts that none of us find interesting. When he focuses on a task, his eyes are particularly beautiful, with the faint shadow of his eyelashes cast on his fair cheeks, embodying a sorrow as light as the breeze
Revise it
Migu
The butler seemed to appreciate my actions, smiled, and placed my hand into the cool palm of the boy, saying, "From now on, you two should get along well"
It is so simple, I surely won't make a mistake again? Thus, I play the good person while Liu Dazhuang plays the lead role. Unfortunately, I have the heart to support him to win an Oscar, but Liu Dazhuang lacks the acting skills. At the moment when I was so infuriated that I almost shouted, "You can forget about that 0.13 yuan!", he, who had been standing still, unexpectedly stood up on his own.
On the top floor of the teaching building, facing the wind at the end of spring, I gazed at the still gray sky, unconsciously gripping a seemingly insignificant piece of wood at my neck. The wood was short and thin, wrapped in red thread and hung up.
In the third war, I borrowed money from him
I: "Turn right!"
The boy's gaze fixed upon my face, initially somewhat wooden, eventually turned to pity. His temples still bore the youth's distinct green, akin to the newly sprouted green shoots of the old locust tree in the yard.
This event is on a larger scale, with more than a dozen bodyguards lined up at the entrance
In the silence, I was scrutinized to the point of not knowing what to say. The boy suddenly asked, "You can't read, not even your own name?" I nodded, watching him ponder for a moment before he spoke.
According to statistics, the majority of battlefield deaths are caused by the failure of medical teams to arrive and provide treatment within the first hour after a soldier is injured. This hour is referred to as the golden hour. Is it conceivable to imagine how, based on instruments, we could identify cells or tissues in the human body that are similar to those of species such as the squirrel snake, and through cloning and imitation, induce critically injured patients into a state of hibernation, thereby granting medical personnel the maximum time for rescue
Although the tone was mild, there was no indication of any room for negotiation. He Bo was measured in his response, neither agreeing nor disagreeing, and simply exited the door.
On the road, our roles underwent a complete reversal. I, who am usually so boisterous, was now enveloped in silence, while he chattered on and on, as if delivering a last testament, yet not a single word was about me; most of it consisted of fragmented advice.
The car window rolled down, revealing a brilliance that even the dark clouds could not obscure: "Don't I look like a family member of the school?"
Inertia caused me to roll several times, and suddenly everything went dark before my eyes. Before I could react, my whole body was airborne, plummeting towards the bottom of the cliff. Below the cliff was a stream, and I fell down along with the rainwater, hearing the sound of slicing through the air
Liu Dazhuang lives up to his name, making it remarkable that he has grown exceptionally robust in the orphanage. In ancient times, Liu Bei made three visits to the thatched cottage, and today, I have engaged him in three battles. In the first battle, I employed my least proficient skill, physical strength, yet all my moves were effortlessly countered by Liu Dazhuang with a single slap.
What is sorrowful is that he no longer needs my protection
Of course, what truly made me famous was not the misquoted lyrics, but my strength.
Host A: "This girl named Cheng Gaigai, at the tender age of eighteen, has already surpassed many graduate students in terms of knowledge accumulation. She has successfully passed nine rounds so far, and whether she can conquer the tenth will depend entirely on her performance against the next contestant."
In order to uncover my origins, I secretly took that letter out of the archive room. In a hurried escape back to my room, I accidentally tripped over the stairs and fell onto the concrete floor like a dog eating feces
He stared at me with a look of disgust, leaving me stunned
The steward had a keen eye and immediately recognized that I was a particularly lively child in the peaceful household, wanting to win me over and provide care for the young boy in the future. Although I was young at the time, I was not an unambitious girl; I happily accepted the gift and sweetly replied, "I will."
Few people are able to both highlight their strengths and not shy away from their weaknesses, which immediately triggers my awkwardness and makes me overly talkative and verbose
After the duel, the defeated Sheng Shan was asked to leave. As she passed by me, her scrutinizing gaze was too blatant, causing me to involuntarily look up, only to meet the indifference in her eyes, as if the one who had lost was not herself. Before I could think further, she had already gracefully departed
Revise ... ...
That evening, we arrived at the hillside of the Migu Mountain, and he seemed to have found a paradise beyond the world. In the meantime, he excitedly broke off a slender branch, removed the jade pendant he had worn around his neck for a long time, took out a red string, wrapped it around the small section of the branch, and turned to present it to me
Many years later, sorrow takes the stage, happiness recedes, and I cannot forget this scene
The character "改" has its origins in oracle bone script. The left side resembles "己", which looks like a kneeling child. The right side is "攴" (p), which resembles a hand holding a staff, indicating the intention of teaching a child to correct their mistakes and return to the right path
The clever child indeed handles everything with ease. In the play, despite his young age, he has already learned how to maintain a serious expression, pointing a borrowed toy gun at the top of my head, as if I were truly the murderer of his entire family. His gaze pierced through the heart and lungs, earning the admiration of Liu Dazhuang and others, who immediately abandoned me in favor of him, being instructed by him. In response, I was unsure whether to feel happy or sad.
Returning to the dog's home, the dog bit me; returning to the donkey's home, the donkey kicked me
For a moment, he recalled something and asked: "Do you like begonia? Do you know its flower language?"
In the late night, the rain continued unabated, and the shouts of the Wei family's bodyguards grew closer. I was unaware of when I had fallen asleep, and when I opened my eyes again, I found someone forcibly separating me from Wei Guangyin's hand, prompting me to resist like a fierce dog protecting its master. The leader in black was bitten on the back of his hand and pushed me violently, causing me, weak and outnumbered, to taste the muddy water, the cold, damp air flowing from my tongue to my throat.
Xianghe Li is located in the suburbs. Every summer, the rapeseed flowers bloom not far from Qianmen, attracting tourists. The large areas of mature Qinjiao peppers on the hillside behind also draw my attention
It is said that dreaming of someone is because that person is also missing you. In this light, my persistent thoughts have not received a response. However, on the night I reported to Binzhong, I unprecedentedly dreamed of matters related to him
Singing
Mr. He, there are some matters I have yet to complete; I will set out again tomorrow
You plow the fields while I chop wood, you water the plants while I weave cloth, it seems there is nothing wrong with that
His expression indicated that he did not like me, yet I did not expect that the person who seemed to be the butler would be very kind to me, even approaching me with a pleasant demeanor and handing me the largest plush toy.
After that night, the young boy began to be willing to interact with us, gradually showing expressions beyond mere sorrow. We rehearsed the play, he watched the performance, but after listening to the final segment of my script, he broke down.
Liu Dazhuang, who has switched allegiances, regardless of right or wrong, has begun to look up to him as his sole leader. Even before he has tasted the flavor of the Qin pepper, he plucks a small branch and rushes to present it to his 'master.' After being rejected, he has no choice but to eat it himself, which inevitably leaves his features in disarray. Liu Dazhuang believes I am deliberately teasing him, and in a fit of rage, he shouts that he wants to duel with me in the first breeze of summer.
Regaining composure from the pain, my gaze fell upon the ground covered in moss and the eaves, which had long lost their luster, as well as the youth sitting beneath the eaves, lost in thought while gazing at the moon
What is the first military school in the United States
PK on stage
I am lost
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I will no longer bully Wei Guangyin; if anyone dares to, I will help you beat them up!
Ah!
I forgot how long the embrace lasted, long enough for our clothes to become soaked, as faint voices drifted into my ears.
This provoked hearty laughter from the people in the car, seemingly admiring my ability for self-deprecation. They then unlocked the car door, and a slender arm reached out, the voice sounding languid.
The happy thing is that he will no longer be bullied
As I watched the distance grow farther, I leaned on that person's shoulder and called out hoarsely. My sweat-drenched back met the penetrating rain, my whole body felt both cold and clammy, and I couldn't help but spasm, yet I remained restless
Time
I followed him out through the back door without understanding why, and only upon reaching the foot of the mountain did I realize that his intention was to take me to the hillside where the misty valley trees were planted
This is magnificent, I give it a perfect score
Host B: "Wow, this contestant is also quite remarkable. She is of a similar age to Cheng Gaigai and comes from the renowned Bincheng High School. I believe their confrontation..."
I was utterly disappointed, my head drooping once again. The young man in front suddenly halted his steps, turned his head, and looked at me with a profound expression, his tone hesitant
In the dream, the stream rushes swiftly, and a torrential rain envelops the entire city. On the desolate hills and in the woods, two small figures huddle together, listening to the sound of raindrops washing over the leaves. Amidst the flashes of lightning and the rumble of thunder, the young girl inadvertently catches a glimpse of the boy's fair face. Upon realizing that he is also looking at her, the downpour transforms from a disaster into a breathtaking performance
What first caught his attention was not my prostration, but the white note that fell from my arms. In my haste, I had not stored it properly, and nearly half of the contents on the paper were laid out before him.
Later I learned that Wei was a direct descendant of the Ji surname of the Yellow Emperor, and their family even had a genealogy. Therefore, I had once likened him to a little prince in my heart, which was not at all unfounded
At that time, the orphanage received government subsidies, and every week, the orphans were given a small allowance. In 1999, if a boy did not have the Slam Dunk stationery stickers, he was considered quite uncool. So, I devised a plan involving Liu Dazhuang, claiming I had found a large and super cool sticker of Sakuragi Hanamichi, but I was short by 0.13 yuan. I told him that if he lent me the money, I would share half of the sticker with him. Liu Dazhuang was tempted. The outcome was predictable—I deliberately did not repay him. Thus, I devised a plan involving Liu Dazhuang, claiming I had found a large and super cool sticker of Sakuragi Hanamichi, but I was short by 0.13 yuan. I told him that if he lent me the money, I would share half of the sticker with him. Liu Dazhuang was tempted. The outcome was predictable—I deliberately did not repay him
Over the years, I have fought against countless individuals, but the only one that stands out in my memory is Liu Dazhuang
Such a thick-skinned contestant is probably something the host has never encountered before, and for a moment, they do not know how to respond. They immediately resort to the universal phrase: "Next is the talent showcase segment, what would you like to perform for everyone?"
My sense of taste is inherently more peculiar; while most people cannot tolerate the numbing sensation of the Qin pepper, I find it exhilarating. Whenever the Qin peppers are ripe, I always sneak to the back mountain to pick a handful of fresh, fragrant, slightly intoxicating pepper seeds to snack on. That year, two new members joined my team—Liu Dazhuang and him
Security guard stammered: "Uh, what is your name? I need to check the roster."
However, the person involved heard this and turned around with a delicate face, showing an indifferent expression: "In our family, the driver has always been the one to drive. Isn't it natural that I don't know which signal to use?"
The other party ruthlessly shook my hand away with a loud slap and uttered the first words of the day
Domestic wool
As the vehicle passed by me, it quickly sped past and then reversed, finally coming to a steady stop in front of me. Through the half-opened window, the outline of Sheng Shan suddenly appeared.
He called softly
Come here, you friendly little girl
At last, the boy whom I called has finally arrived, treading upon the mud
The small river flows with a gurgling sound, to whom will the unwanted child return home
The competition is being broadcast live. When each contestant takes the stage, they first introduce themselves. The host asks me: "Before you, there have been many talented contestants on our program. What do you think sets you apart from them?"
After wandering around the vast campus for half an hour, the first acquaintance I encountered was Sheng Shan, the wealthy girl I had clashed with before. Her family's driver, rather brazenly, attempted to drive a Lexus SUV into the narrow path. The security guard, being new and not fully aware of the situation, stepped forward to stop him, saying, "Vehicles not belonging to the family members of this school are not allowed to enter."
Since I learned that my mother did not intend to abandon me, my condition has improved
The grandfather said to the little boy: "Some people are superficial, some are flawed on the inside, but one day you will discover that there is a person as vibrant as a rainbow who will make your life different"
Whenever other children were engrossed in reading and practicing their writing, I alone stared blankly at the black characters on the white paper, regardless of how hard the teacher tried to teach me to recognize my own name. For a period of time, even the little friends in the harmonious environment secretly felt sympathy for me—no one wanted me, and I was unable to learn. Yet, I remained indifferent, still wandering about, and even overheard conversations between the director and the staff.
Well, I admit that the reason I participated in that ridiculous competition show was to use it as a stepping stone to get here. For an ordinary person like me, appearing on television and attracting the attention of the school is undoubtedly a shortcut to transferring in.
Laughter echoed from the audience
I didn't react in time: "Hmm?"
In that sound, there is a vague whisper of someone's murmur from afar
In accordance with tradition, the host also needs to invite the previous champion onto the stage. If I defeat the champion as well, I will be able to take away the substantial prizes accumulated by the opponent. Without a doubt, I returned victorious and, three months later, received the admission notice from Bincheng Middle School
Before I turned ten, I lived in an orphanage called "Xianghe Li." I did not feel the overwhelming sadness and despair that the world often portrays; instead, the presence of many children here made me, who had always been reluctant to be lonely, feel quite content. Perhaps it was because I had no memories from the time I was abandoned to the orphanage, and my concept of parents was extremely vague, which made me not feel particularly sad.
Under the cold moonlight, the young boy personally taught me how to write my own name
If all goes as expected, that script has fallen through, and I have switched to a simpler one, performing a Hong Kong drama
I have forgotten how long the rambling conversation lasted, and the voices around me grew fainter. When I turned back, I saw the young man frowning deeply, as if trapped in a nightmare: "You said... what if I don't leave, is that alright?"
During major festivals, there are performances in the peaceful atmosphere. As we gradually come of age, the responsibility for the performances falls on us, the older children.
Roughly, as the moon hangs over the tips of the willows, human hearts are inherently fragile. By some inexplicable force, I ran out and silently kept him company in the cold winds of December for an entire night, and he did not drive me away. At the end of the night, that boy, who was sparing with his words, finally spoke up
There are just some destinies that I cannot foresee. I could not foresee that when I was filled with joy at the thought of going to chop wood with him, that old man would appear again to take him away
"A farewell gift," he said
I am confused: "Will we meet again? What is this nonsense?"
Gradually, two extremes emerged within the tranquility
On the road in Huixianghe, my battle with Liu Dazhuang had not ceased. He would occasionally pull my hair when the young boy was not paying attention, and I could hardly suppress the urge to cry out. Suddenly, someone beside me gazed in surprise at a grove of trees not far away.
He should be able to understand everything, his gaze moving down line by line, finally settling on me, who was clumsily getting up, with emotions in his eyes other than disgust. Unaware of what privacy meant, I did not snatch the letter back in a fit of anger; instead, I approached him with fresh moss, my eyes filled with anticipation
The first digit of the yarn trademark indicates its material, where 1 represents ?
Just when I thought that the unfinished business of the young man was to pack his luggage or bid farewell to the dean, he suddenly turned around, took my hand, and, just as I had cautiously hooked his finger moments ago, he resolutely uttered a single word: "Go"
Christmas Eve
I took the opportunity to mock him: "What else can you think of besides food? The Valley of No Return is certainly not about eating; it is a thrilling and exciting place, similar to the Valley of No Return in 'The Return of the Condor Heroes', right?"
Years have passed, yet he has never entered my dreams
The handwriting in the letter is elegant, likely left by my mother, but the content is too complex, making it difficult for us at that age to comprehend, especially for me
The ethereal voice became more distinct: "I am called Time, Wei Time."
Shortly after Hong Kong's return, Hong Kong dramas flourished, and the most memorable scene was whenever a good person was wronged, a sudden thunderstorm would break out. The good person would be caught in the rain, their eyes, nose, and hair all tangled together, shouting loudly at the protagonist: "Officer! I did not kill anyone!"
He reached out and pulled me out of Liu Dazhuang's attack range, placing me behind his still somewhat slender shoulders. He stared steadily at the opponent, saying nothing, yet his posture was firm. And behind him, I experienced for the first time what it meant to be protected. The wall he built with his body made me remember that day's resolve whenever I felt fear in the years to come
Only the boy who wore the maze of mist never returned. I could only fumble along the traces of his existence, stumbling forward
If I had known earlier, I would have arranged for Erkang to pursue Ziwai in that play, instead of acting in a police and gangster drama
One is me, a natural treasure, yet afflicted with a reading disability
As mentioned earlier, I had reading difficulties in my childhood. Although the situation improved later, I still had not reached the point of recognizing all characters, so I could only rely on listening when watching television, which often led to misunderstandings. For a long time, I believed that the heroes were expressing regret for having a wife, which caused me to secretly criticize them, saying, "If you regret it, then don't marry!"
The courtyard traditionally screens movies, and in previous years, they were either domestic animations or Hong Kong films. That year, they changed the flavor. I forgot the name, but I distinctly remember one particular scene.
She said with a mocking expression: "My surname is Da, and my name is Miss Da."
The speaking steward still had a kind and gentle expression, yet I no longer wished for him to leave. Thus, I quietly approached and hooked his hand. Unfortunately, my actions could not retain him for a lifetime, but only for a day
When borrowing money, one is like a grandson; after owing money, one becomes like a master. I understand this principle better than anyone else. A few days later, Liu Dazhuang, who realized he had been deceived, threatened me with violence. When that proved ineffective, he resorted to lecturing me, but that too was futile. Ultimately, he voluntarily submitted to me
The person who personally hung the short wooden piece for me once, on a hill where a gentle breeze blew, explained the "Classic of Mountains and Seas" to me with a maturity beyond his years
There is a nameless and faceless little boy, who is taciturn yet possesses an extraordinary memory. He also disappears from the sight of others for one or two days each week, and no one knows his whereabouts
The light of day gradually dims, and black and white alternate between the youth's brows. His palms are dry and cool, while a hint of tenderness in life begins to brew at the corners of his eyes. Perhaps one day, he will no longer remember me, but I will cherish it until my hair turns white
My life once reached its peak due to a knowledge competition in 2006
We appeared evenly matched, exceeding the scheduled program time by a full half hour, until the advertisers of the television station were about to explode in anger, which finally brought this smoke-free war to an end. It was I who ended it; seeing that Sheng Shan hesitated on a common-sense question, I seized the opportunity and completed a consecutive two hits.