Chapter 103: Revisiting the Ancient Road
Chapter 103: Revisiting the Ancient Road
"Liu Hua, look at the mountain over there. Doesn't it look like an old man quietly watching?" Chen Fang pointed to the mountain in the distance, excitement flashing in his eyes.
"That's true, Fang'er." Liu Hua smiled and looked at her tenderly, "This mountain seems to be telling an ancient story. Every stone bears traces of time."
The two continued to walk forward, and heard the sound of gurgling water. A few egrets were playing by the stream, as if welcoming their arrival. Chen Fang stopped, squatted down, and gently stirred the water, causing ripples to spread.
"The water is so clear, just like our future." She raised her head with a sweet smile on her face.
"Yes, it's clear and full of hope." Liu Hua also squatted down and met her eyes. "We should be like this stream, moving forward courageously and never stopping."
"What do you think, how should we build our beautiful life?" Chen Fang's eyes sparkled with anticipation.
Liu Hua thought for a moment and said seriously: "First, we need to clarify our goals. We can open an academy to teach the children in the village to read and write so that they can have a better future."
"Academy?" Chen Fang's eyes lit up. "That's a good idea! I can be responsible for teaching their daughters classics and cultivating their moral character and talents."
"That's right." Liu Hua nodded with a pleased smile on his face. "Moreover, we can also plant flowers and plants next to the academy so that the children can feel the beauty of nature while studying."
"So what kind of resources do we need?" Chen Fang began to think seriously. "We can ask the villagers for help and work together."
"Yes, we can organize a village meeting to explain our plan to everyone." Liu Hua said firmly, "I believe everyone will support us."
"Good idea!" Chen Fang clapped her hands excitedly. "I will prepare some stationery and books to show the villagers our determination."
At this moment, a breeze blew by, bringing a hint of coolness. The two smiled at each other, as if they were connected in spirit.
"Liu Hua, do you think we can succeed?" Chen Fang's voice was a little hesitant.
"Of course." Liu Hua held her hand, his eyes firm, "As long as we have faith in our hearts and strength under our feet, we will be able to realize our dreams."
"You're right." Chen Fang's heart gradually filled with courage, "We will definitely succeed!"
Not far away, the outline of the village gradually emerged. Chen Fang and Liu Hua walked into the village and saw the villagers busy in the fields with happy smiles on their faces.
"Liu Hua, let's go say hello to them." Chen Fang suggested.
"Good idea." Liu Hua nodded and took her towards the villagers.
"Hello, everyone!" Liu Hua greeted loudly, and the villagers stopped what they were doing and turned around.
"We are new here and would like to share a plan with you," Chen Fang said with a smile, "We plan to open a school to teach children to read and write."
"Academy?" a middle-aged villager asked curiously, "What's the benefit of this?"
"The academy can help children learn knowledge and have a better future," Liu Hua explained. "We hope to get everyone's support and work together for the children's future."
The villagers began to discuss in low voices, while Chen Fang and Liu Hua waited nervously.
"I support you!" A young villager stood up and said excitedly, "I am willing to donate some books and stationery!"
"I am willing to do so too!" another villager echoed, "Let's work together to make the children's future better!"
"Thank you everyone!" Chen Fang and Liu Hua smiled at each other happily, their hearts filled with emotion.
"We will start preparations as soon as possible and strive to start school as early as possible!" Liu Hua said firmly.
On a sunny morning, Chen Fang was sorting books in the academy, while Liu Hua was busy repairing the yard outside. The sunlight came in through the window and shone on her face, looking particularly warm.
"Liu Hua, take a look at this copy of The Analects. I think it can be the first book for children." Chen Fang turned the pages, her eyes gleaming with anticipation.
"Good idea, Fang'er." Liu Hua walked in and took the book with a smile. "This book is not only full of wisdom, but also contains many teachings on morality. It is just right for children."
"I hope they can learn from this how to behave in society." Chen Fang said seriously, with a determined look on her face.
"We must also set an example for them." Liu Hua nodded with a gentle look, "Only in this way can they truly understand these principles."
Just then, the door of the academy was pushed open, and several children ran in excitedly with smiles on their faces.
"Teacher, teacher! We are here!" a little boy shouted excitedly.
"You've come at the right time. Today we are going to start studying the Analects of Confucius." Chen Fang greeted them with a smile, her heart filled with warmth.
"That's great! I love listening to stories the most!" another little girl cheered, with anticipation gleaming in her eyes.
"Then let's get started." Liu Hua walked to the blackboard and began to write down the four words "benevolence, righteousness, courtesy, and wisdom". "Today, we are going to discuss the meaning of these four words."
The children sat together, listening carefully to Liu Hua's explanation. The sunlight shone through the window onto them, as if adding brilliance to their studies.
"Teacher, what does ren mean?" a little boy raised his hand and asked.
"Benevolence means caring and understanding for others." Liu Hua patiently explained, "We must learn to care about the people around us and help those in need."
"Then can I help my puppy?" The little girl asked with curiosity in her eyes.
"Of course, caring for animals is also a kind of love." Chen Fang smiled and added, "We should treat every life with love."
As the course progressed, the children gradually understood these principles, and the classroom was filled with laughter. Chen Fang and Liu Hua looked at them, feeling a sense of accomplishment.
"Teacher, can we learn something else?" a little boy asked expectantly.
"Of course." Liu Hua nodded, "What do you want to learn?"
"I want to learn painting!" said the little girl excitedly.
"I want to too!" the other children echoed.
"Then we can open a painting class next to the academy," Chen Fang suggested, "so that children can develop their creativity while learning knowledge."
"Good idea!" Liu Hua agreed, "I can teach them some simple painting techniques."
"That's great!" The children cheered with happy smiles on their faces.
As the academy gradually developed, life in the village also changed. People felt the love of Chen Fang and Liu Hua, and their relationship became more harmonious. The villagers began to help each other and work together.
One evening, the villagers gathered together to discuss how to improve the village environment. A middle-aged villager stood up and said excitedly: "Since the opening of the academy, the children have changed a lot! We should also do something for the village!"
"I suggest planting some flowers and plants in the village to make the environment more beautiful," another villager echoed.
"Yes! We can organize everyone to work together to clean up the weeds in the village and plant flowers." Liu Hua stepped forward and encouraged everyone, "As long as we work together, the village will definitely become a better place!"
"I'm willing to donate some seeds!" A young villager raised his hand and said, "I have a lot of flower seeds at home, everyone can plant them together!"
"I do, too!" Other villagers responded, and the atmosphere became increasingly lively.
Chen Fang and Liu Hua stood aside and were moved by the villagers' enthusiasm. Liu Hua held Chen Fang's hand and whispered, "Look, this is the power of love."
"Yes, everyone is working towards a common goal." Chen Fang responded with a smile, tears in her eyes, "I believe the future will be even better."
With the joint efforts of the villagers, the environment of the village has gradually improved, with flowers and plants everywhere, the air is fresh, children are studying happily in the academy, and the village is filled with laughter.
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