Chapter 8: Assistance from Neighbors

"You are too proud, your self-esteem is too strong, which is not good for your health." Liu Jingxue, regardless of whether the bird could understand, began to lecture in accordance with her professional habits as a doctor: "Having too strong a sense of self-esteem can easily lead to anger, which physiologically can cause an increase in blood pressure, leading to vascular hardening, and can easily result in cerebral hemorrhage, stroke, and other issues. Psychologically, it can lead to personality defects, making it difficult to adapt to society..."

Liu Jingxue, embodying the revolutionary spirit of fearlessness akin to facing a mountain of knives or a sea of fire, resolutely picked up a thick pile of straw and placed it in front of herself. Through the gaps in the straw, she carefully observed every subtle movement of the large bird, preparing to flee at any moment, inching closer to the female bird.

Where exactly did I see it? In "Psychology" or was it in that magazine? The fact that her anxious thoughts could actually go off-topic surprised Liu Jing herself

Unfortunately, the egg still could not be covered

A loud roar suddenly erupted, akin to a ship's whistle sounding directly in one's ear, startling Liu Jing to the point where she saw stars in broad daylight

Due to its excessive force, the entire treehouse swayed like the wind chimes at the window. The empress, who was upstairs, was displeased and let out a soft call, causing the male bird to immediately cease its movements and remain still

This is probably due to the principle of extremes leading to opposites. Once the conversation begins, thoughts start to soar freely.

The bird's head quickly retracted, and due to the sudden upward movement, a section of the eaves was swept away

This was still revealed under the diligent protection of that female bird

Liu Jingxue was so anxious that she was about to jump up and down, yet that silly female bird continued to ignore her, piling the straw in one direction and then just staring blankly at Liu Jingxue as she gestured and pointed.

From Liu Jingxue's perspective, it is clear to distinguish that there are two eggs

It kept murmuring incessantly, anxiously demanding more straw from Liu Jing.

"Well, it's good for you to vent your feelings; it benefits your health. Releasing your anger can prevent pent-up frustration from harming your liver and leaving behind any lasting issues." As she murmured this while watching the large bird fly away, Liu Jing finally felt a weight lift from her heart, relieved that she no longer had to face the threat of death

With this train of thought, I found myself feeling less tense

"I am not afraid... I am kind-hearted... I am here to help you..." Liu Jing murmured to herself, speaking softly to the sinister-looking figure with a bloodthirsty aura, uttering words she herself did not fully comprehend. She struggled to suppress the urge to turn and flee, her legs trembling like sifted chaff as they moved forward inch by inch.

The male bird trembled all over at Liu Jingxue's warm greeting, and its two eyes turned bright red, resembling those of a rabbit. The branches beneath its feet creaked, and it was evident that its two sharp toes were deeply embedded in the wood

Watching Liu Jingxue laughing arrogantly, the proud bird was filled with indignation. It chirped incessantly at Liu Jingxue.

There is no other way; to save a person, one must go all the way; to deliver a Buddha, one must take him to the West

A shadow flashed by, and on Liu Jingxue's balcony (the very branch he had once clumsily climbed over) landed a gigantic bird resembling a picture book.

It seems that the female bird is also able to sense the condition of the eggs; all the thatch on the surrounding rooftops has been cleared away by it. Its gaze occasionally shifts to the thatch it cannot reach, emitting a helpless gurgling sound

Liu Jingxue can clearly distinguish that it was the head of that male bird just now

Thus, it could only furiously jump around outside, ravaging Liu Jingxue's balcony. Branches and leaves were scattered everywhere, and some railings that Liu Jingxue had installed as safety measures were ruthlessly destroyed and shattered. Liu Jingxue looked pale as he watched.

Unfortunately, the effect is not very good

Brooding

Who can say that a blade of grass can repay the warmth of spring's sunshine

Since the feeling of fear has disappeared, curiosity has been piqued: "What is the person upstairs doing? Why hasn't that fierce bird troubled me? Moreover, it seems like it hasn't moved for quite a while. Is something wrong with it?"

Liu Jingxue chose a nearby area to align directly with the damaged part of the grass nest, hoping to provide a clear signal to the female bird

With her eyes fixed intently on the every move of the female bird, Liu Jing gathered a large bundle of the reeds that the female birds could not reach at her feet, gently tossed it into the territory of the female birds, and then quickly retreated.

The thread in the hands of a loving mother, the clothes on the body of her wandering child

"What are you looking at? Look again, and I'll chop you up." After extreme fear, there was instead a sense of fearlessness. Liu Jingxue brandished the kitchen knife, making a flurry of strokes towards that bird's head.

The egg is still not covered

Its feathers were all ruffled and fluffy, resembling an old hen lying there. Beneath it, in the tattered bird's nest, a patch of snow-white eggshell peeked through the disheveled straw. The bird occasionally scratched at all the straw within reach, seemingly trying to better protect the temperature of its eggs.

If I could get those two eggs to make fried eggs or boiled eggs, it should taste quite good This was the first thought that Liu Jingxue had after leaving the territory of that female bird However, he was immediately frightened by this idea, almost rushing out of the attic to make a high-altitude free fall

Yet, in his heart, he continuously prayed to the myriad deities in the sky, hoping they would help that seemingly foolish bird understand his thoughts. Every movement of the female bird could make his heart skip a beat, especially when he got within a certain distance, gazing at that large hooked beak and the somewhat translucent keratin edges that appeared under the setting sun, a wave of cold sweat soaked through his thin clothing. Every movement of the female bird could make his heart skip a beat, especially when he got within a certain distance, gazing at that large hooked beak and the somewhat translucent keratin edges that appeared under the setting sun, a wave of cold sweat soaked through his thin clothing

A louder sound erupted above Liu Jingxue's head, followed by a furious howl

A mother's love is all the same

Yet the anger in its heart had not subsided in the slightest. Tilting its head, it looked at Liu Jingxue, who was awkwardly standing in the corner of the room, with feathers on its neck standing upright like a fighting cock, and the fury radiating from its eyes seemed as if it could incinerate Liu Jingxue.

Cautiously raising both hands, Liu Jing climbed beside the nest of the female bird

Liu Jingxue had no choice but to repeatedly throw reeds to the female bird. Then, he watched as the female bird thickly piled the reeds together

Rotating its head, the bird carefully studied the somewhat unusual "nest" beneath it with both eyes in turn. It also observed the hairless, somewhat peculiar creature inside the "nest" of books.

As I prepare to depart, I sew with great care, fearing that my return may be delayed

Then, the male bird soared upward, sweeping through the sky with the speed of lightning, taking with it a flurry of branches and leaves, and vanished in a chaotic rush.

Since Liu Jingxue's arrival, the half-asleep female bird quickly opened its eyes, glanced at Liu Jingxue who was observing from a distance, and after Liu Jingxue made several gestures towards it, swiftly dragged the bundle of reeds with its beak to its feet

The outdoor male bird nodded and bowed, presenting a typical image of a good man, looking like a victim of oppression. Liu Jingxue couldn't help but burst into laughter at the sight.

Moreover, the situation is even more severe for newlyweds

Confirming that the male bird has quieted down, Liu Jing, with the idea that harmony brings wealth, extended an olive branch towards the male bird, which was clearly still seething with anger, and gently greeted it: "Hi, how are you"

A large bird's head emerged from the eaves, looked around to the left and right, and then withdrew back inside.

Leaning forward, the enormous hooked beak of the head extended from the balcony, bringing an overwhelming sense of pressure.

With just a glance, Liu Jingxue was able to assess the current condition of that female bird

A long, angry cry echoed, and the male bird suddenly dove down from the branch, startling Liu Jingxue, who thought it had been driven to madness by her presence. That would be too...

With all her might, Liu Jing gazed into the enormous pupils, trying her best to throw flirtatious glances at the large bird, while simultaneously striving to convey her goodwill from the depths of her heart—unaware of how she knew this, believing that it would help the other party understand her intentions

Looking at the weary and helpless bird before her, Liu Jing felt a certain string in her heart being quietly plucked.

With a heart full of gratitude and a desire to repay kindness, Liu Jing stealthily climbed up the usual staircase, wanting to see what that female bird was actually doing

Haha... if you dare, come again and see where you will live after you tear down this house. Thank goodness Liu Jingxue is not too tall, being a whole head shorter than that big bird, and that bird lacks practice in fighting in tight spaces. Therefore, Liu Jingxue arrogantly stood in a place where the bird could not reach and made faces at it.

Perhaps due to the favorable impression left by the earlier tossing of straw, or perhaps feeling a sense of helplessness, the female bird merely turned its head, watching Liu Jing approach slowly and cautiously with a hint of curiosity and anticipation

However, they have all piled up in one place

The subsequent developments completely exceeded Liu Jingxue's expectations

Unfortunately, this outlet for venting has also been ruthlessly prohibited

The male bird angrily hopped back and forth on the branch outside, yet dared not enter Liu Jingxue's house. If Liu Jingxue's house were to be demolished, the nest they had found not long ago would be difficult to ensure its integrity, and then they would have to face the wrath at the head of the bed. That was an untouchable forbidden zone in his little mind—"bronchitis" was like that.

In any case, Liu Jing smoothly approached the edge of the territory of that female bird. Further inside, there was nothing but a barren expanse, devoid of even a blade of grass, with not a single piece of bark remaining, leaving only the slick tree trunks.

Perhaps it was Liu Jingxue's obsequious smile that made him appear harmless, perhaps it was the goodwill expressed by Liu Jingxue's raised hands, perhaps it was the disdain of the female bird towards this weak creature, or perhaps it was simply too busy