area51novel Chapter 374 Warmth and Harmony.
Chapter 374 Warmth and Harmony.
They walked to the front of the main hall and saw a white-haired old monk sitting cross-legged at the top with a peaceful look on his face.
Su Ming and Xiaoxia stepped forward and bowed respectfully, then Su Ming said, "Your Excellency, we have an important matter to ask you."
The old monk slowly opened his eyes, his gaze penetrating through Su Ming's thoughts. He smiled and nodded, "You must have come here for something. Tell me."
Xiaoxia told the old monk about Su Ming's recent experience, about the tracking and surveillance by those unidentified people. She asked the old monk to give them some pointers and help them find the answer.
The old monk closed his eyes and pondered for a moment, then slowly spoke: "The world is full of troubles and love affairs. What you are facing is the complexity of human hearts. But everything has cause and effect, good and bad, and will eventually find an answer in the cycle of cause and effect."
Su Ming and Xiaoxia remained silent. They felt the deep meaning in the old monk's words. Perhaps, everything was really like this. They did not dare to disturb the old monk from continuing his meditation. They left the temple silently, but their hearts became clearer.
Back in the courtyard, Lihua was pacing anxiously in the yard. Seeing Su Ming and Xiaoxia coming back, she asked eagerly, "Did you find Xiaogang?"
Su Ming shook his head. They were all anxious. At this moment, a voice suddenly came from the yard: "Mom, I'm here!"
The three of them immediately looked in the direction of the sound, and saw Xiaogang walking out from the corner of the yard with a smile on his face. In his hand was a tattered kite, which seemed to have been lost while he was playing.
Lihua heaved a sigh of relief when she saw her son was safe. She hugged Xiaogang, tears streaming down her cheeks, and murmured, "Son, how could you make your mother so worried?"
Xiao Gang scratched his head and said innocently, "I'm sorry, Mom. I just chased the kite too high and forgot the time."
Su Ming and Xiao Xia finally felt relieved. They looked at each other, and the worry and tension in their hearts slowly dissipated. However, the truth about those pursuers was still an unsolved mystery.
On a warm spring afternoon, life in the courtyard was still peaceful and fulfilling. Su Ming sat on a bamboo chair in the courtyard, enjoying the afternoon sun while concentrating on reading a book in his hand. The book recorded some historical allusions of old Beijing and legendary stories in the hutongs, which made him more interested in the history of this old courtyard.
Suddenly, there were light footsteps at the gate. Su Ming looked up and saw Chen Yuying quietly walking into the yard, with a complicated look in her eyes. Chen Yuying was Su Ming's neighbor, a gentle and kind lady who often chatted with Su Ming in the yard.
"Hello, Sister Yuying! Is there anything I can help you with?" Su Ming stood up and greeted her with a smile.
Chen Yuying walked up to Su Ming and said shyly, "Mr. Su, I have something to tell you. I wonder if you would find it strange..."
Su Ming smiled soothingly and said, "Just tell me, I will listen."
Chen Yuying looked around hesitantly to make sure no one else was around, then whispered, "Actually, I learned something recently. Yan Jie Di is grateful to you."
Su Ming was a little surprised when he heard this. Yan Jie Di was his neighbor in the courtyard, an elderly lady who always had a smile on her face and liked to chat with people in the courtyard. He didn't understand why Old Lady Yan was grateful to him.
"Thank you? Why?" Su Ming asked curiously.
Chen Yuying sighed softly, with a hint of emotion in her eyes. She said slowly: "You know, a few years ago, my family fell into some difficulties. My son was seriously ill and the family finances were very tight. Old Mrs. Yan took the initiative to lend a hand and helped us through the difficult times. Not only did she support us spiritually, she also often sent us some home-cooked food and medicinal herbs. Without her help, we might have collapsed long ago."
Su Ming listened attentively, his eyes sparkling with admiration and emotion. He had never thought that such warm and sincere emotions were hidden between the seemingly ordinary neighbors.
"Mrs. Yan is such a kind person. I'm very happy to hear that she helped you. It also makes me respect her even more." Su Ming said sincerely.
Chen Yuying nodded, tears welling up in her eyes. She continued, "Yes, I have always wanted to express my gratitude to her, but every time I see her, I always feel embarrassed to mention it. Now, I know that you are also someone she helped, so I think I can tell you this."
Su Ming smiled and patted Chen Yuying's shoulder, comforting her: "Sister Yuying, Old Lady Yan must be able to feel your kindness. She helped us out of her kindness and love. We should cherish this friendship between neighbors, help each other, and live together in this courtyard."
Chen Yuying gradually calmed down after listening to Su Ming's words. She smiled and said with emotion: "Yes, everyone in the courtyard has their own story, and everyone deserves respect and understanding. We should cherish this harmony and create a better life together."
The two of them continued to chat in the yard, talking about the little things in life and their feelings. Chen Yuying gradually became cheerful, and Su Ming also felt an indescribable warmth and harmony.
At this moment, Xiaogang's laughter came from the other side of the yard. He ran over with a newly picked butterfly in his hand. Seeing them, Xiaogang showed an innocent smile on his face, and the three of them also laughed.
This courtyard is not only a residence, but also a small world full of stories and emotions. Everyone finds their own peace and warmth here, and they write their own courtyard stories together.
In the spring sunshine of the old courtyard, life seemed to be flowing peacefully and harmoniously. However, at the same time, Su Ming and Chen Yuying felt a little uneasy in their hearts. Since they learned that Yan Jie Di was grateful to him, they realized that some things in the courtyard might not be as peaceful as they seemed.
It happened that one afternoon, Su Ming and Chen Yuying were chatting in the yard, and suddenly Liu Guangtian walked in at the gate. Liu Guangtian was a young man in the yard. He was usually cheerful and lively, and liked to play and joke with everyone. But today his face was a little solemn, which seemed a little unusual.
"Brother Su, Sister Yuying, hello. I have something I want to discuss with you. Do you have time to listen to me?