blogombal Chapter 48 The Promise of Mountains and Rivers to Settle the Family
Chapter 48 The Promise of Mountains and Rivers to Settle the Family
Chapter 48 The Promise of Mountains and Rivers to Settle the Family
I. Observe with a discerning heart and keep a promise
Chen Shanhe stood steadily in the center of the main room, his gaze calm. He slowly raised his eyes and looked at the two elders, Su Zhenshan and Su Mingyuan, in front of him.
He could see clearly that the two elderly people had their brows tightly furrowed, their faces full of worry, and their hearts were heavy with concern and anxiety, which they could not let go of or relax.
Chen Shanhe was insightful and saw through the elders' thoughts at a glance.
The two elders were not preventing him from going out to make his way in the world, nor did they disapprove of his ambitions. Rather, they were afraid that once he left, the family would be left without anyone to rely on, that Wanjing would suffer hardships and toil with him, and that he, in his youthful impetuosity, would never return, severing all ties, forgetting his homeland, and forgetting his roots.
These worries were hidden in the old man's eyes and lingered in his words; Chen Shanhe saw them all and kept them in mind.
To put his parents' minds at ease and stop them from worrying day and night and tossing and turning in bed, Chen Shanhe took a deep breath, his expression suddenly became serious, and his aura became extremely solemn.
He made up his mind that he would not make empty promises, draw up grand schemes, or offer empty words of comfort today.
What he wants to offer are tangible, concrete, practical, and verifiable promises.
His gaze was sincere and open, without the slightest evasion; his tone was steady and profound, every word genuine and every sentence grounded, without a trace of pretense.
Every word he utters today must be counted; every promise he makes must be kept to the end, and he must never betray the trust and entrustment of his two elders.
Poems as proof:
He deeply understood the many worries of his elders.
A promise kept is a promise kept, which can ease the worries of many.
But to put true feelings into practice,
Do not let worries furrow your brow.
Second, lay a solid foundation before pursuing your goals.
Chen Shanhe looked sincerely at the two elders, Su Zhenshan and Su Mingyuan, his voice steady and firm, every word clear and distinct.
"Grandpa, Uncle, you can rest assured."
"My trip to the provincial capital this time was not a spur-of-the-moment decision, nor was it a reckless adventure."
He paused, his words revealing a profound understanding, a clear plan, and a well-organized logic.
"I won't take Wanjing with me on this adventure."
"I first went to the provincial capital alone, taking one step at a time, first practicing medicine, first establishing myself, and first putting down roots."
"I earned money with my medical skills, rented a stable place to live, and slowly prepared to stabilize my life and open the clinic."
"Once I've established myself in the city, have a stable livelihood, and my life has truly improved so that I can finally shelter from the wind and rain, I will return to Qinglong Town in style and honor, and personally bring Wanjing over."
"I will never let her suffer hardship or exhaustion from the very beginning, and I will never let her live in fear or homelessness with me."
These words were sincere, prudent, measured, and responsible.
Not a single word was empty talk; it was all concrete arrangements.
Su Wanjing stood aside, listening to these words carefully. Her eyes instantly welled up with tears, and the unease that had been hanging in her heart was calmed down considerably.
She knew that Chen Shanhe truly cherished her, always thinking of her needs and unwilling to let her suffer even the slightest grievance.
Poems as proof:
Lay a solid foundation before embarking on your journey.
I will not teach beautiful women to accompany me through hardship.
When the clouds part and the bright moon appears,
May we welcome our beloved again to spend this lifetime together.
Third, sending money to show filial piety shows that one should not forget one's roots.
Chen Shanhe subtly shifted the conversation, speaking of his family and homeland, his tone becoming increasingly steady and profound, his sentiments even more sincere and genuine.
His gaze fell upon Su Zhenshan and Su Mingyuan, his eyes open and sincere, every word carrying a heavy sense of responsibility and filial piety.
"I, Chen Shanhe, will never abandon my grandfather, uncles, and fellow villagers of Qinglong Town, no matter where I go."
"After I arrived in the provincial capital, as soon as I earned my first sum of money with my medical skills, I would send it home regularly without missing a penny or delaying."
"I will ensure that you two have plenty of food and clothing and live a worry-free life. Whatever you want to eat, use, or need, just ask, and I will do my best to satisfy you without hesitation."
"No matter who has a headache, fever, or physical discomfort, I will ask reliable neighbors in the town to take care of them, find them medical treatment, and run around to make sure that the elders are not delayed in the slightest."
"I will ensure your well-being in your later years; I will take responsibility for your old age."
"During holidays, as long as things in the provincial capital allow and I can spare the time, I will try my best to return to Qinglong Town to be by your side, to fulfill my filial duty, and to cherish this reunion."
"I will never forget my roots, my origins, the land that gave me birth and nurtured me, or the family that loves and protects me, just because I have gone far, seen more, and lived a better life."
Every word spoken was practical and down-to-earth; every phrase warmed the heart.
There wasn't a single empty boast, not a single exaggerated promise; it was all concrete arrangements and a truly responsible commitment.
Su Mingyuan stood aside, listening to each word and remembering them. He felt a warm glow in his heart, and his tense expression finally relaxed little by little.
Poems as proof:
Sending money to my parents from afar.
Even when away from home, one should not forget one's roots.
I only wish that my elders may always be safe and happy.
A filial heart lasts a lifetime.
Fourth, the two elders gradually felt at ease.
Su Mingyuan stood to the side, motionless, listening to and remembering every word of Chen Shanhe's sincere promise.
There were no fancy words, no pretense, and not a single empty phrase in his speech.
It's all a solid arrangement, all sincere intentions, clear and straightforward, so that people can understand it immediately and feel reassured once they hear it.
He looked up at Chen Shanhe, seeing the young man's sincere expression and his composed demeanor. The heavy weight that had been hanging over him for so long finally settled down, becoming steady and no longer swaying.
The worry, fear, and unease I felt gradually dissipated, and most of them dissipated.
Instead, trust gradually grew, deeper and thicker, almost filling the entire chest.
Su Mingyuan nodded to himself:
This child truly cherishes Wanjing and our whole family.
On the other side, Su Zhenshan sat in front of the kang (a heated brick bed) from beginning to end, without saying a word or making a sound, just listening quietly.
The old man had experienced many hardships and was a man of deep thought; he would never easily express his opinion until the very last moment.
Upon hearing this and seeing Chen Shanhe's words fall into place and his actions become methodical, the old man's tense face finally relaxed slightly.
His brows relaxed slightly, his eyes softened, and he nodded silently to Chen Shanhe.
The last trace of doubt, worry, and unease in their eyes vanished, replaced by genuine approval and heartfelt praise.
In the old man's mind, the final weighing and consideration completely favored Chen Shanhe.
He understood clearly:
The young man in front of me is ambitious, has plans, is conscientious, responsible, principled, and filial.
My granddaughter entrusted her to him, so I don't worry.
I can rely on him in my later years and feel at ease.
He is trustworthy, reliable, and someone to whom the whole family can entrust their hopes.
At this moment, the atmosphere in the room completely relaxed. The previous tension vanished, the worries dissipated, and warmth gradually emerged, filling the room with peace.
Poems as proof:
A kind word can warm three winter months.
If one truly understands the teachings, one's intentions will naturally become clear.
From now on, I will have a carefree and unburdened heart.
But we look forward to seeing our wanderers display their prowess.