The widow's spring dream and the advice of the Taoist priest
In the ancient and mysterious Jiangnan water town, there is a strange story about the widow Alan. Alain, a gentle woman who has been living alone in the dilapidated wooden house since her husband's death, lives a poor and lonely life.
Alain was a flower in the village when she was young, and her beauty was as fresh and pure as the morning dewdrops. However, fate made people, and soon after the newlywed, her husband died of illness, leaving her alone to face the warmth and coldness of this world. Alain has since become silent, and her world seems to be shrouded in a thick haze.
However, just three years after her husband's death, Alain's life suddenly took a turn for the better. She began to have some strange dreams frequently, and there was always a vague figure in the dream, gently embracing her and sleeping. The dream was so real that Alain would wake up with a blush on his face, as if he had really experienced a lingering love.
At first, Alain thought it was just a thought she was missing her deceased husband, but as time went on, she found that these dreams became more and more frequent, and every time she woke up, she felt an indescribable sense of comfort in her body. She began to wonder if these dreams might not be unfounded.
When the old people in the village heard about Alain's situation, they talked about it one after another. Some say that she has fallen into evil and has been entangled in something unclean; Some people also said that she was suffering from longing and hallucinations. But Alain knew in his heart that these dreams could not be explained by simple thoughts. She begins to try various methods to solve the mystery, but each time it fails.
Until one day, a wandering Taoist priest came to the village. This Taoist priest's name is Qingfeng, he is holding a dust, wearing a Taoist robe, and a fairy wind and bones, and he knows that he is a master at a glance. When Alan heard about it, he immediately found the Qingfeng Taoist priest, hoping that he could guide him through the maze.
After listening to Alain's narration, Daoist Qingfeng frowned slightly. He carefully observed Alain's complexion and pulse, and then said in a deep voice, "Your illness is extraordinary. Judging from your pulse, there is an inexplicable aura swimming in your body, and this breath seems to be related to your dreams. ”
After hearing this, Alan was shocked, and hurriedly asked, "That Taoist priest, is there a solution to my illness?" ”
Qingfeng Daoist nodded and said, "It's not difficult to solve the method, but you need to cooperate." First of all, you should never wear shoes when you sleep at night, so that the breath does not invade your body through your feet. Secondly, I will make a talisman for you, which you will wear on your chest every day to ward off evil spirits. ”
After hearing this, although Alan still had doubts in his heart, he also believed a little when he saw the serious expression of Qingfeng Daoist. As the Taoist priest instructed, she took off her shoes every night when she went to bed and wore the talisman on her chest. Sure enough, for the next few days, those strange dreams never appeared again.
However, just when Alain thought everything was back to normal, something unexpected happened. She suddenly finds out that she is pregnant! When the news spread in the village, it immediately caused an uproar. People have speculated about who Alain's child is. Could it really be that the man in the dream left behind?
Faced with the doubts and discussions of the villagers, Alan felt extremely confused and panicked. She didn't know how to explain it all or how to deal with the baby she was about to make. At this moment, the Qingfeng Daoist appeared again.
He looked at Alain's anxious expression, sighed slightly, and said, "Alain, all this is fate. The child in your womb is indeed related to that dream. But you don't have to worry, he is not an evil person, but a lucky star that you are destined for. ”
After hearing this, although Alan still had many questions in his heart, he was also a little relieved when he saw the kind face of Qingfeng Daoist. She decided to follow the advice of the Taoist priest and give birth to this child, no matter what difficulties and challenges she would face in the future.
However, as Alain's pregnancy days passed, she found that the changes in her body became more and more obvious. Her skin began to become smooth and delicate, as if she had returned to her girlhood; Her eyes also became bright, as if she could see through people's hearts. What's even more strange is that she was able to predict something that was about to happen.
These changes surprised and frightened Alain. She began to wonder if she had really been entangled in something unclean. She found Qingfeng Daoist again, hoping that he could solve the mystery for herself.
Qingfeng Daoist looked at Alan's nervous expression, smiled slightly, and said, "Alan, you don't have to panic. These abnormalities in your body are actually the effect of the breath in your body. It is not the result of evil spirits, but the blessings of your destiny. It will make you smarter, more beautiful, and it will also give you the ability to see the future. ”
After hearing this, although Alan still had doubts in his heart, he also believed a little when he saw the firm eyes of Qingfeng Daoist. She decided to continue to follow the advice of the Taoist priest and wait for the arrival of the child. However, just as she was about to give birth, an even more astonishing secret was revealed......
(This is the end of the first half of the story, and the second half will revolve around Alain's child's background, the true identity of the Seifu Taoist, and how Alain faces his own mutations and future challenges.) On the night Alain was about to give birth, the whole water town was immersed in tranquility. The moon hangs high in the sky, and the silver moonlight shines on the meandering river, sparkling like a dream. However, in Alain's dilapidated wooden house, there was an indescribable tension and anticipation.
Alain lay on the bed, her face pale and sweat soaking the hem of her clothes. Her hands clung to the futon as if to draw strength from it. There was a determined glint in her eyes, as if to tell herself that no matter what happened next, she would face it bravely.
At this moment, Qingfeng Daoist suddenly appeared next to Alain's bedside. He holds a whisk in his hand, and his eyes are deep, as if he can perceive people's hearts. He gently shook Alain's hand and said in a low and powerful voice, "Alain, don't be afraid. I will be by your side until the child is born safely. ”
Alan felt the warmth and strength coming from the palm of Qingfeng Daoist's hand, and most of the tension and fear in his heart instantly dissipated. She took a deep breath, closed her eyes, and began to meet the challenges that were coming her way.
Time seemed to freeze at this moment. Alain only felt as if he was in a warm embrace, surrounded by a mysterious force. She heard the sound of her own heart beating, it was life beating, hope blooming.
Suddenly, a sharp pain hit him, and Alain couldn't help but let out a low groan. She gritted her teeth and struggled to endure the pain she had never felt before. However, at this moment, she felt a powerful force surging from her body, as if it was about to tear her apart. She cried out involuntarily, her voice full of horror and helplessness.
Seeing this, Qingfeng Daoist immediately took out a piece of talisman paper from his arms and gently pasted it on Alan's forehead. He had words in his mouth, and his voice was low and mysterious. As his incantation sounded, Alain felt the tearing pain wane, replaced by a warm current flowing through his body. She felt as if her body was being held up by a magical force, fluttering like a fairy.
At that moment, a loud cry pierced the night sky. Alain opened his eyes and saw a small pink life lying beside him. Her heart was filled with joy and excitement, and tears welled up in her eyes. She reached out and gently stroked the child's face, feeling the soft and warm touch. She knows that this is her destined lucky star, her hope and sustenance for the future.
However, with the birth of the child, the mutations in Alain's body became more and more obvious. Her skin became smoother and more delicate, as if it could reflect the moonlight; Her eyes also became more intense, as if she could see people's hearts. What's even stranger is that she discovers that she can predict something that is about to happen.
This ability surprised and frightened Alain. She didn't know how she was supposed to use it or how it would affect herself and those around her. She began to become cautious, fearing that her mutation would cause trouble for herself and those around her.
However, the Qingfeng Daoist told Alain that the mutation in her body was not a bad thing, but a gift from her destined lucky star. He tells Alain that she should be brave enough to face her mutation and use this ability to help those in need. Only in this way can she truly become a useful person and bring happiness and hope to herself and those around her.
After listening to the words of the Taoist priest, Alain's heart suddenly brightened. She decided to let go of her fears and doubts and bravely face her mutations. She began to try to use her foreknowledge to help those in need. She told the people in the village about the impending natural disaster and told them to prepare in advance; She helps those who are sick to find cure; She also guides those who are lost and allows them to find their own path.
Alain's act of kindness soon spread throughout the village. People began to look at her with admiration and praised her as a true bodhisattva. Alain also felt more fulfilled and happy than ever. She knew she had finally found her worth and meaning – that is, to use her power to help those in need.
However, just as Alain is immersed in happiness and contentment, an unexpected crisis quietly descends. One night, while Alain was sewing clothes for her soon-to-be-born child, she suddenly felt a strong malice surging from all directions. She looked up and saw a group of hideous-looking goblins lunging at her. She screamed in fright, and the clothes in her hands fell to the ground.
At this moment, Qingfeng Daoist appeared in front of her again. He held the dust in his hand, and the words in his mouth were muttered, and a powerful force emanated from him, knocking off the ghosts one by one. However, the goblins did not stop there, and continued to lunge at Alain as if to devour her.
Seeing this, Qingfeng Daoist frowned, obviously feeling a little tricky. He took a deep breath, then shouted, "Where are the ghosts?" How dare you go wild here! Quickly retreat! Otherwise, don't blame my men for being ruthless! ”
As the shouts of the Taoist priest sounded, those ghosts seemed to be stunned. They all stopped, staring at Alan and Qingfeng Daoist with vicious eyes. However, at this moment, a black shadow suddenly rushed out of the darkness and headed straight for Alain. Seeing this, the Qingfeng Daoist immediately waved the dust and shot towards the black shadow. However, the black shadow was extremely nimble and easily dodged the Daoist's attack. It lunged straight at Alain, clawing out at her.
Seeing this, Alain was terrified. At the moment of life and death, Alan's body suddenly burst into a strong light. The light was like the rising sun, instantly dispelling the darkness around them, forcing the goblins back a few steps. In that light, there seems to contain endless strength and hope, which makes it impossible to look at it directly.
Seeing this, a trace of surprise flashed in Qingfeng Daoist's eyes. He didn't expect that the mysterious power that was sleeping in Alain's body would awaken at a critical moment. He knew very well that this power was not something that ordinary people could possess, it came from Alain's destined lucky star, and it was the most precious treasure on her body.
However, the goblins didn't seem willing to give up. They gathered again and let out a deafening roar, trying to break through the barrier of the light. Alain gritted his teeth and clasped his hands, trying to keep the light steady. She knew that this was her only chance to protect her children and herself.
At this moment, Qingfeng Daoist suddenly shouted, and the dust in his hand turned into a golden light, stabbing straight at those ghosts. Those ghosts obviously didn't expect such a powerful attack from the Taoist priest, and they couldn't dodge it, and after being hit by the golden light, they turned into wisps of green smoke and dissipated into the air.
As the last goblin dissipated, the darkness around it gradually dissipated. Alan and Qingfeng Daoist breathed a sigh of relief. Alan looked at the Taoist priest with gratitude in his eyes. She knew that if the Taoist priest hadn't appeared in time, she and her child would have died long ago.
Qingfeng Daoist looked at Alain, and a trace of complicated emotions flashed in his eyes. He sighed deeply and said, "O Alain, your fate is indeed extraordinary. This power in you is both your blessing star and your calamity. You have to learn how to harness it, or it will become a shackle for you. ”
After hearing this, Alain's heart couldn't help but tighten. She knew that the mutation in her body was not a good thing, but she didn't expect it to cause so much trouble for her. She looked at the Taoist priest, her eyes full of confusion and helplessness.
Seeing this, Qingfeng Daoist sighed again and said, "That's it, I'll teach you how to control this power today." ”
So, in the days that followed, Daoist Qingfeng began to teach Alan how to use his foreknowledge ability, how to perceive the changes in the aura around him, and how to use the mysterious power in his body to protect himself and others. Although Alain had limited qualifications, she gradually mastered some basic skills under the careful teaching of Taoist priests.
However, harnessing this force is not an easy task. In the process of cultivation, Alan experienced many pains and setbacks. But she never gave up because she knew it was the only way she could protect her children and herself. With her perseverance and perseverance, she constantly broke through her limits and gradually grew into a true practitioner.
As time passed, the mutations in Alain's body were gradually brought under control. Her skin, though still smooth and delicate, is no longer too conspicuous; Her eyes were still bright, but they were no longer able to discern people's hearts. She has become more reserved and calm, and no longer easily displays her mystical powers.
However, Alain was not satisfied with this. She knew she still had a lot of responsibility. She continued to practice her skills and improve her abilities. She used her actions to tell the world: no matter how rough the fate is, as long as there is light in her heart, she can illuminate the way forward.
In the blink of an eye, a few years have passed. Alain's children have also grown up. He inherited his mother's kindness and tenacity and became an excellent young man. He is well aware of his mother's hardships and hardships, so he cherishes his current life. With his own efforts and struggles, he brought endless pride and pride to his mother.
And what about Alain? She still lives a simple and peaceful life in that dilapidated wooden house. She no longer had those strange dreams, and she no longer had that mysterious power. But she doesn't feel lost and depressed, because she knows that she has gone through those difficult years and found her own happiness and fulfillment.
Whenever night falls, Alain sits in front of the window and gazes quietly at the starry sky outside the window. Her heart was filled with gratitude and happiness—grateful that fate had allowed her to meet the Qingfeng Daoist, and that he had taught her how to harness that mysterious power; I am happy to be able to have such a good child and to be able to live such a peaceful and satisfying life.
And in the distance, the Qingfeng Taoist priest often thinks of that brave and tenacious woman - Alain. He knew that she had found her own path and happiness, and he was relieved and proud to be able to show her the way.
This is Alain's story – a story of fate, courage, perseverance, and love. It tells us that no matter how bumpy the fate is, as long as there is light, love, courage and perseverance in our hearts, we will be able to get out of the predicament and welcome our own happiness and light. As the years passed, Alain's story spread in the water town and became a good story for generations to come. When night falls, the children sit around the fire and listen to the old people tell how Alain bravely faced his fate and how he was strong to protect his family, and there was always an inexplicable sense of respect and emotion in his heart.
However, Alain himself did not care about this. She still lives a simple and peaceful life, busy between housework and farm work every day, and occasionally goes to the river to do laundry, wash vegetables, and chat with neighbors. She always had a warm smile on her face, as if the wind and frost of time had never left a mark on her.
In her heart, the most important thing is always her family and children. She often prayed silently for them to be safe, healthy, and happy. Whenever a child encounters difficulties, she will always be the first to appear by his side and give him endless encouragement and support. Her love is as warm as the sun, illuminating the child's path forward.
However, life is always full of uncertainties. One day, a severe plague suddenly broke out in the water town. Many fell ill and were in agony. Alain watched as those familiar faces became haggard one by one, and his heart was filled with endless grief and helplessness. She knew she had to do something to save these innocent lives.
So, Alain began to travel in search of a cure for the plague. She crossed mountains, trekked through mountains and rivers, and after many hardships, she finally found a miracle doctor who lived in seclusion in the mountains. The divine doctor told her that to cure the plague, a miraculous herb called "fairy grass" was needed. However, this herb grows on cliffs and is extremely difficult to pick.
Alain didn't back down. She resolutely embarked on a journey to find "fairy grass". She climbed steep cliffs, endured biting cold winds and icy rain, and finally found the legendary "fairy grass" on a steep cliff. She carefully picked them, wrapped them in cloth, and prepared to take them back to the water town to treat the sick.
However, just as she was about to return to the water town, she encountered a group of bullies. When they saw that Alan was carrying a heavy treasure, they had evil thoughts and wanted to snatch her "fairy grass". Alan knew that she couldn't compete with them, but she was unwilling to give up the "fairy grass". So, she decided to start a contest with them to outwit the "fairy grass".
After a battle of wits and courage, Alan finally succeeded in bringing "Fairy Grass" back to the water town. She immediately boiled the "fairy grass" into a medicinal soup and distributed it to the seriously ill villagers. It didn't take long for a miracle to happen - the patients who had drunk the medicinal soup began to gradually recover their health, and the sickness on their faces gradually subsided. Once again, the water town has regained its former tranquility and serenity.
However, Alain was not complacent. She knows that the reason why she can successfully treat patients is because of the support and help of those kind villagers. Therefore, she decided to pass on her experience and knowledge to more villagers so that they can be self-reliant and self-sufficient.
As a result, Alan began to open a school in the water town, teaching the villagers the skills of planting herbs and making medicines. She also personally demonstrated how to pick herbs and how to boil medicinal soup, so that the villagers could experience the mystery and magic of these skills. Under her careful teaching, more and more villagers began to master these skills and were able to use them freely in their daily lives.
With the passage of time, the water town has gradually become a prosperous place with many talents. Many foreign merchants also came to establish trade relations with the water towns. Alain was relieved and proud to see this change – she knew that her efforts had not been in vain, and that she had brought prosperity and progress to the water town with her actions.
However, Alain didn't stop there. She still insists on busy every day between school and household chores, and continues to pass on her skills and knowledge. She still had a warm smile on her face, as if the wind and frost of time had never left a mark on her.
In Alain's heart, she always believes that as long as there is light, love, courage and perseverance in her heart, she will be able to create a better future. And her story also teaches us that when facing the challenges of fate, we should face it bravely, accept it, and overcome it – because only in this way can we truly grow and progress.