When the carpenter came home and saw that his wife was cleaning up the dishes and chopsticks, he escaped by hiding in the cupboard
In a small mountain village away from the hustle and bustle of the city, there lives a craftsman named Li Carpenter. He is skilled and kind, and is deeply loved by the villagers. Carpenter Li's wife, Cuihua, is a virtuous and virtuous woman, who is diligent and thrifty, and keeps the house in good order. The two have been married for many years, respect each other like guests, and live a plain and happy life.
On this day, Carpenter Li finished his day's work in a neighboring village, and it was getting late, so he packed up his tools and prepared to go home. As he walked home, he thought to himself that Cuihua might have prepared a delicious meal waiting for him to come home and enjoy it together. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but quicken his pace.
However, when Carpenter Li pushed open the door, the scene in front of him made him feel that something was wrong. Cuihua was busy in the kitchen, but her movements seemed to be a little stiff, and the expression on her face was extremely nervous. What made Carpenter Li feel even more strange was that the dishes and chopsticks on the table were neatly arranged, but they were all cold and there was no trace of heat.
"Cuihua, what's wrong?, why hasn't today's meal been hot?" asked Carpenter Li as he walked over to Cuihua.
Cuihua glanced up at him, a trace of panic flashed in her eyes, and then she barely squeezed out a smile: "Oh, it's nothing, I...... I was thinking about things and forgot about the hot meal. You wait a minute, I'll go hot. ”
As she spoke, Cuihua hurriedly picked up her meal and walked to the stove, but her back looked so strange in Carpenter Li's eyes. Carpenter Li couldn't help but have an inexplicable doubt in his heart, and he felt that Cuihua seemed to be hiding something.
At this moment, Carpenter Li's eyes fell on a large cabinet in the corner of the kitchen. The cabinet was usually used to store miscellaneous items, but at the moment the door was slightly open, as if something was attracting his attention. Carpenter Li's heart moved and decided to find out.
He walked lightly to the cabinet and poked his head out cautiously. This look couldn't help but make him gasp. It turned out that there was a strange man hidden in the cupboard, and the man was looking at him with pleading eyes, his ragged clothes and frightened face.
Carpenter Li immediately understood everything. It turned out that the reason why Cuihua behaved so abnormally was because she betrayed herself and had an affair with this strange man. And now, this man is obviously hiding in the house by Cuihua, trying to hide from something.
A wave of anger swelled in Carpenter Li's heart, but he also knew that this was not the time to attack. He had to calm down and find a way to deal with this sudden crisis.
At this moment, Cuihua came over with a hot meal, still with a reluctant smile on her face: "The rice is hot, come and eat." ”
Carpenter Li didn't move, he took a deep breath and tried to make his voice sound calm: "Cuihua, let's talk." ”
Cuihua seemed to notice something, and her face suddenly turned pale: "You...... What do you want to say?"
"Who is the man in the cupboard?" asked Carpenter Li bluntly.
Cuihua was stunned for a moment, and then her face became even paler: "You...... Did you see it all?"
"Yes, I saw them all. Carpenter Li nodded, "Cuihua, we have been married for many years, I always thought that we respected each other like guests, but I didn't expect you to betray me." ”
Cuihua suddenly fell to her knees and wept bitterly: "I'm sorry, I'm sorry! I know I'm wrong, but I was confused to do such a thing." Please forgive me, I will never dare again!"
Carpenter Li looked at Cuihua crying bitterly, and his heart was mixed. He knew he couldn't forgive her so easily, but he didn't want the family to fall apart. He took a deep breath and decided to give Cuihua a chance: "Okay, I can forgive you, but you have to hand over that man and get him out of here." ”
Cuihua hesitated for a moment, but finally nodded: "Okay, I promise you." ”
With that, she got up and walked to the cabinet, opened the door, and let the strange man out. The man lowered his head, not daring to look at Carpenter Li, but apologized repeatedly: "I'm sorry, I'm sorry! I don't know about your husband and wife, I just passed by here and was taken in by Miss Cuihua for one night." I really didn't mean to spoil your relationship!"
Carpenter Li looked at the poor man, and the anger in his heart gradually subsided. He knew that this man was also a victim, and it was Cuihua's momentary confusion that caused all this. He waved his hand: "Forget it, you can go." Don't do this kind of foolish thing in the future. ”
The man thanked him gratefully, and hurried away. And Cuihua knelt in front of Carpenter Li and cried: "Thank you for giving me the opportunity, I won't dare to do it again in the future." I will make amends to you and make up for my mistakes. ”
Carpenter Li picked up Cuihua and looked at her deeply: "I hope you are truly remorseful." We have been married for many years, and I don't want to ruin our home because of this. But you have to remember that once trust is lost, it is difficult to get it back. ”
Cuihua nodded again and again: "I remember, I will use practical actions to prove my sincerity." ”
Their home, after this turmoil, has become more harmonious. Cuihua used her practical actions to mend the rift between the two little by little. She no longer neglected to communicate with Carpenter Li as busy with housework as before, but often sat in the courtyard with him, chatting about family life, and sharing each other's joys, sorrows, and sorrows.
Carpenter Li also felt the change in Cuihua, and the anger and resentment in his heart gradually dissipated, replaced by understanding and tolerance for his wife. He knows that people make mistakes, and it's important to be able to recognize them and correct them. And Cuihua has obviously done just that.
The days went on peacefully and happily. Until one day, a sudden news came out in the village: the strange man who had been hiding in the cabinet of Carpenter Li's house had an accident and died shortly after leaving.
This news shocked both Carpenter Li and Cuihua. They recalled the scene when the man left, and they couldn't help but feel an inexplicable emotion in their hearts. If he hadn't discovered the secret in time, maybe the man would have been hiding in his house and would have been killed. Thinking of this, Carpenter Li couldn't help but feel scared for a while.
And Cuihua blamed herself even more. She knew that if she hadn't been confused for a while, that man wouldn't have been involved in this turmoil. She silently prayed that the man's spirit in heaven would rest in peace, and at the same time cherish the present life even more.
After experiencing this incident, both Carpenter Li and Cuihua cherish each other even more. They understand that there will always be difficulties and challenges in life, but as long as the two of them work together, they can get through it.
Since then, their home has become more warm and harmonious. Carpenter Li is still working hard outside, while Cuihua is in charge of everything at home, and the two support each other and run this happy home together. Their story has also become a tale in the village and has become a folklore about tolerance, understanding and cherishing.
As the years passed, Carpenter Li and Cuihua had gray hair. But their hands were still clasped tightly, and their eyes were still full of deep love. They know that no matter how life changes, as long as the two of them have love in their hearts, they can go through every spring, summer, autumn and winter together.
And the strange man who once brought waves to their lives has also become an eternal warning in their hearts. They always remind themselves to cherish the happiness in front of them and not to let the momentary confusion and impulsiveness ruin the good life.
Time flies, Li Carpenter and Cuihua have gone through dozens of spring and autumn together. Their sons and daughters are married, and each has a happy family. And the old couple still guards the cottage full of memories and lives a simple and quiet life.
One day, several strangers came to the village, who claimed to be the man's family, and came to thank Carpenter Li and Cuihua for their help that year. It turned out that after the man left Carpenter Li's house, although he suffered misfortune, his family found a suicide note from him. The suicide note mentions his hiding at Carpenter Li's house, as well as Carpenter Li's and Cuihua's tolerance and understanding of him. The man's family felt deeply guilty and grateful, and they knew that if it weren't for the kindness of Carpenter Li and Cuihua, their loved ones might not have been able to let go of their feelings before they died.
When Carpenter Li and Cuihua heard the news, they had mixed feelings in their hearts. They didn't expect that a small act of kindness would have such a big impact on the man and his family. They were overwhelmed with emotion and became even more convinced of the power of kindness and tolerance.
In order to express their gratitude, the man's family decided to donate money to build a small temple to worship the man's soul, and also prayed for the longevity and health of Carpenter Li and Cuihua, as well as family harmony. The villagers responded and worked together, and soon a brand new temple was erected at the entrance of the village.
Carpenter Li and Cuihua often went to the small temple to offer incense and pray for blessings, and they looked at the small temple with emotion and relief in their hearts. They know that it is a testimony of their kindness and tolerance, and the most precious treasure of their lives.
As the years passed, Carpenter Li and Cuihua passed away one after another. Their lives, though ordinary, are full of kindness and tolerance. Their story has been passed down from generation to generation by the villagers and has become an eternal legend.
In that small temple, incense was flourishing and prayers were continuous. The villagers would often come here to pray for peace and happiness for the man's soul and the souls of Carpenter Li and Cuihua. They know that it is these good souls who are watching over them so that they can live a happy and peaceful life.
And the story of Carpenter Li and Cuihua has also become an eternal warning. It teaches people that kindness and tolerance are the best qualities of human nature, and that it can resolve conflicts, eliminate hatred, and allow people to live together in mutual understanding and respect. Only with kindness and tolerance can we create a truly beautiful life.