Chapter 4, Unrepentant, Fearless
The reason why student life is a precious asset in one's life is that it represents a period during which you have almost completely exhausted your youth in the process of growth. In the future, you may continue to strive for what is called maturity, becoming shrewd and worldly-wise, but those unforgettable memories will only happen this once.
Thus, at times, transcending the era in thought may not necessarily be a good thing; one must still proceed with caution. Moreover, this is a parallel space-time that shares many similarities with previous lives, yet also possesses numerous differences, including taboos, various karmic obstacles, and whether to still adhere to the grand trends of past lives, which requires careful timing. However, once the time is ripe, one must surely embrace the spring breeze and wildfires, hoist the sails to navigate the vast seas, ascend to the ninth heaven to grasp the moon amidst the winds and clouds, and assist the common people in crossing over to liberation.
He changed into slippers and sat back at the table, where the family of three was having a meal that was not particularly lavish, even making do with leftover dishes from lunch, along with an additional stir-fried dish of green pepper and meat.
No regrets, no shame
The legendary DOS version of "The Legend of Sword and Fairy" that was supposed to appear earlier has not materialized; it has never existed. "Dune: Spice Wars" and "Fallout" are currently the most popular single-player games
A toast to the morning sun, a toast to the moonlight
In February, a great leader of the Republic has just passed away, and his ashes were scattered into the sea
After Cheng Ran returned to his room, he took out many expired newspapers and information sources. By the time it was late at night, he let out a long sigh
Cheng Ran saw the corner of the bookshelf where the inkstone he once used for practicing calligraphy was placed, along with a large roll of old newspapers. Xuan paper is quite luxurious, far less economical than using newspapers for practicing calligraphy
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In some fields of enterprises that are renowned in later generations, he was unable to find many familiar names. It is uncertain whether it is due to the wrong timing, that these have yet to emerge, or that they have disappeared as always, or perhaps in today's world, some things simply cannot come into existence
Cheng Ran was in a daze for a long time
He was mentally unsettled, took out a pen to clean it, removed the burrs, dipped it in ink, and then spread out those old newspapers
It is unclear when it began, but the heartfelt conversations between children and their parents have ceased. Even during those farewells when leaving home, as the green train arrives at the station, stepping onto that train without looking back, perhaps the deepest connection is merely the moment of receiving the bag from the parents, touching their hands that are no longer young, now wrinkled. When one suddenly reflects on how long it has been since they last embraced their own child, and how long it has been since the child last embraced their parents, it seems that half a lifetime has passed in this manner. It is merely the moment of receiving the bag from the parents, touching their hands that are no longer young, now wrinkled. When one suddenly reflects on how long it has been since they last embraced their own child, and how long it has been since the child last embraced their parents, it seems that half a lifetime has passed in this manner.
As for the current student life, if there were an opportunity to relive it, one could have new experiences. If it is possible to face familiar things in this world without any regrets, why not give it a try
Cheng Feiyang said, "Let's also prepare the cuttlefish that Old Song sent over; cuttlefish stewed with chicken is his favorite..."
What happened, were you beaten up again
In a moment of distraction, Cheng Ran pulled her thoughts back on track
When he pushed open the door just now, a profound sense of fear surged within him. If everything he saw upon opening the door had changed beyond recognition, how would he face such a world? Fortunately, yet unfortunately, everything remained the same.
At this moment, Cheng Ran was watching those social and international news reports, which were worlds apart in entertainment value from the popular television dramas and animated series... Moreover, the level of concentration Cheng Ran exhibited at this time made them feel inexplicably solemn; he seemed to exist in a world of his own, and they felt it was best not to disturb him
After enjoying a home-cooked meal that he had not experienced in a long time, Cheng Ran truly discovered that he had become younger, both inside and out. It was a source of power, as if the force of time and space was stored within his body, containing energy more vast than that of a nuclear bomb
There is nothing wrong ... ... Do I look like I have any external injuries? It's just that, Dad, Mom, I feel ... ... happy looking at you today
Looking at his father's imposing demeanor, the youthful face that still retained its handsomeness seemed to have shed many years. This appearance was nothing like the middle-aged man from his memories, whose nasolabial folds crept up his cheeks; it was clearly the young Ma Ge, who was searching for someone with his coat draped over his arm and two guns in hand.
Those familiar figures who suddenly vanished around the corner made Cheng Ran acutely aware of the immense power of time and space. In the blink of an eye, the lives intertwined with yours, those countless memories of their voices and smiles that you could recall, simply disappeared. It was more abrupt than death itself, and in the face of the disjunction of life and death across time and space, everything seemed so insignificant.
Secondly, are not the little things before us a part of life? Are they not worth enjoying, not worth cherishing? What he is experiencing is not merely a world of rebirth, but also a parallel world. The very fact that he has transcended the intellectual level of one world determines that he will have many opportunities in the future, which may not be limited by time at all
As for the stock market, it is even more difficult to gauge its depths and shallows
A hug, so difficult, so difficult, that even when facing the parents who raised you through all hardships, you cannot open your arms to embrace the body you once could not bear to let go of in childhood
What kind of attitude should he adopt to live in this world
However, later on, as they watched Cheng Ran switch between different content on the platform, Cheng Feiyang and Xu Lan exchanged glances. They questioned themselves, realizing that Cheng Ran had never been the model student in school. Not to mention competition awards, he had perfectly avoided all kinds of awards such as the penmanship award and the painting sympathy award throughout his academic career. As for the small team leader roles that came with two or three stripes on their shoulders, those were even more distant from him. Therefore, the events that always occurred to those exemplary students, which they had only heard about, would certainly not happen to him.
Therefore, Cheng Ran is willing to continue along this trajectory. Of course, the immediate priority is to slay Li the Butcher on the battlefield
Cheng Feiyang and Xu Lan exchanged glances, both wearing expressions that seemed to say, "Is this kid really okay?" Then Cheng Feiyang patted his hair and said, "Really nothing? Fine, if you don't want to say, that's okay. As long as you haven't been bullied, that's what matters. You're grown up now, you should have a sense of what’s going on and know your limits. Let's eat!"
Of course, Cheng Ran cannot allow the father and son of the Xiongbing family to team up. It is a joke; right now, Li Zhan is holding back his energy. If his father were to come knocking, who knows what words might spill from his mouth, giving him the opportunity to launch a barrage of attacks? Naturally, being reborn once, Cheng Ran does not care much about someone like Li the Butcher. What truly matters to him at this moment are his own parents; every action and detail of theirs is what Cheng Ran needs to pay attention to and protect.
After finishing dinner, Cheng Ran watched the entire news broadcast in front of the television, and then switched to other news channels. Cheng Feiyang and Xu Lan did not initially feel anything unusual. Although it was still during the regular class period, Cheng Ran's television time was still regulated. However, watching the news broadcast, which had an inexplicably formal nature, was something he could do without restriction.
This world, in general, is consistent with the previous life... What has disappeared and changed are not only those people he once knew, but also those events
He was given some things by heaven, and yet some things were taken away from him
Note: From the song "Xiao Chou" by Mao Buyi
However, Cheng Feiyang's words left Cheng Ran both amused and exasperated. What does "again" mean? Is it that such matters have become the norm? Indeed, her academic journey had been quite tragic, but could it be tragic to this extent?
A toast to my hometown, a toast to the distant places...
In March, a renowned writer also passed away. Cheng Ran discovered some of his works, which were quite good, excelling in scar literature, but he had never seen them before.
One must cherish those who are still present, greet those whom one is about to meet with hope, and face this world with reverence and awe
Isn't that the street kid... I will go with you to confront them! If they are from your school, we will immediately find your class teacher and get the other parents involved. I will ask them how they discipline their child
Cheng Feiyang unprecedentedly placed several chopsticks of food into Cheng Ran's bowl. Noticing Cheng Ran's dazed expression, he remained composed and said, "The high school entrance examination is just around the corner; it's time to replenish your nutrition..."
Life and death ... ... fearless
That night, he wrote repeatedly
After embarking on the journey of work in a previous life, it felt as if several million tons of seawater had submerged me to the deepest depths. The exhausting existence day after day has caused me to completely forget those matters that once touched my heart.
Writing with a brush, following the guidance
Cheng Ran collided into his own embrace, Mr. Cheng Feiyang found himself unaccustomed to the estrangement, yet intertwined with the intimacy of their blood relation, and then had to mix in a touch of discomfort stemming from the wavering authority of a father.
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A child's growth is akin to a revolution; it can bring forth their birth, but thereafter, it is no longer within one's control
His gaze is profound and tranquil, as if he is using an extraordinarily deep soul to endure the impacts brought by this world
At this moment, the embrace of Cheng Ran is so genuine and tangible
Xu Lan immediately said, "I will go to Binhe Road tomorrow to buy a chicken. How about I stew it for you tomorrow... half stewed and half prepared as a cold dish? You love my mom's cold chicken the most. I will specially prepare spicy oil, crispy peanuts, green onions, ginger, and garlic tonight..."
Earning money, he knows he will not lack wealth. However, being so eager to do so now, he must first overcome various obstacles related to his identity as a middle school student and his family. Moreover, many years later, when he reflects on today, after he has attained a comfortable life and status, will he regret missing out on something? It is almost certain that he will indeed regret it. Furthermore, many years later, when he reflects on today, after he has attained a comfortable life and status, will he regret missing out on something? It is almost certain that he will indeed regret it.
The intelligence that transcends time and the memories of the past made him realize that he has many opportunities, but should he immediately start tinkering with those things now? Firstly, there are some matters he is familiar with and confident about, yet the timing has not yet presented itself
"Bring me my coat..." With a gesture towards Xu Lan, Cheng Feiyang used one hand to pull Cheng Ran along. Once he received Xu Lan's coat, he held it with one hand and began to stomp his feet to shake off his leather shoes. In that moment, he resembled a Spartan warrior preparing to confront the five hundred thousand Persian troops of Xerxes at the hot springs.
Looking at my parents, who appear much younger, at the dining table, with you saying a word and me responding, Cheng Ran felt a warmth in her eyes, yet found it somewhat amusing and perplexing. It seems that my previous embrace has stirred them quite a bit.
Therefore, he must wholeheartedly immerse himself in this familiar yet unfamiliar world... With a heart full of valleys, he awaits the rise of the wind
A toast to tomorrow, a toast to the past
A toast to freedom, a toast to death
The China Internet Network Information Center (HXNIC) is about to be established, six years after the launch of the world's first website in 1991. The country is also on the verge of entering the internet era, a time that marks the budding spring and autumn of a hundred flowers competing for attention. However, many things have also evaporated.
Without needing to say it, Cheng Ran also understands what it means to be a reborn person, yet looking around, it seems that there are constraints everywhere. There are too many past lessons and histories laid out before us. In ancient times, there were figures like Wang Mang and Wang Anshi; even in more recent times, among the internet companies that became popular later, were there not pioneers before them? Indeed, there were. Before OICQ, there was ICQ; before the iPad, there was the DynaBook; before Facebook, there were Classmates. Some were simply born at the wrong time, perhaps just a year or two too early or too late. It is like surfing; if one fails to catch the wave at the critical moment, they will be pushed aside by those who come later. There are too many past lessons and histories laid out before us. In ancient times, there were figures like Wang Mang and Wang Anshi; even in more recent times, among the internet companies that became popular later, were there not pioneers before them? Indeed, there were. Before OICQ, there was ICQ; before the iPad, there was the DynaBook; before Facebook, there were Classmates. Some were simply born at the wrong time, perhaps just a year or two too early or too late. It is like surfing; if one fails to catch the wave at the critical moment, they will be pushed aside by those who come later. The momentum is undoubtedly important, but if one does not possess the capability to surge forward, it could lead to ruin, or perhaps due to bad luck, one might be overturned by an unexpected wave.
What lies before us is the vast ocean and the unknown world