Folklore: Cranes and apes are accompanied, and the fairy paths are very different
In the ancient land of China, there is a breathtaking legend. Legend has it that there was a wise ape and a white crane who accompanied a master in his practice, eager to one day ascend the immortal path together. However, the fate of the two has changed dramatically overnight.
That master, known as Yun Youzi, is well versed in the way of heaven and earth, and has practiced in the mountains and forests all year round. The ape and the crane are his faithful companions on the path of cultivation. The ape is very resourceful, and often finds precious herbs for the wanderer; The crane has an elegant posture and often accompanies Yun Youzi to dispel his troubles.
One day, Yun Youzi retreated and cultivated, wanting to break through the gap between heaven and man. The apes and cranes guarded them, and their hearts were full of anticipation. However, the moment Yun Youzi broke through, there was a change between heaven and earth. I saw that Yun Youzi was dressed in the glow of the sun, stepping on auspicious clouds, and he was already an immortal. He looked back at the ape and the crane, and his eyes were full of relief.
"I have attained the Tao and am about to ascend. Although you have been practicing with me for many years, the immortal fate has not yet arrived, and you still need to experience in the world. Yun Youzi's words fell like a golden stone, which shocked the apes and cranes.
"Master, we would like to fly with you!" The ape spoke hurriedly, his eyes full of longing.
The crane was silent for a moment, and then slowly spoke: "Master, although I yearn for the fairy world, I still have concerns in my heart. I would like to stay on earth and protect this land. ”
Hearing this, Yun Youzi nodded, took out two elixirs from his arms, and handed them to the ape and the crane respectively. "This pill can help you cultivate, but whether you can become an immortal depends on your own creation."
The ape took the elixir and swallowed it without hesitation. Suddenly, a faint light emanated from its body, and its body became more and more vigorous. It bowed deeply to Yun Youzi, and then turned into a golden light, soared into the sky, and disappeared into the clouds.
But the crane did not swallow the elixir, it gently stroked the elixir, and its eyes revealed complicated emotions. It looked up at Yun Youzi, and its voice was full of firmness: "Master, I am willing to leave this elixir in the world and use my strength to protect this land." ”
Yun Youzi bowed slightly, his figure gradually faded, and finally turned into a streamer and disappeared into the sky. The crane stood in place, watching his master leave, his heart full of reluctance and determination.
Since then, the crane has remained in the world. It uses its own strength to protect the creatures of this land, whether it is a beast in the mountains and forests or a farmer working in the fields, it is protected by the crane. It used its wisdom and strength to defuse one disaster after another and make the land peaceful.
However, the path of immortality is very different, and the crane has gone through countless tribulations in the human world. Sometimes, it has to face ferocious beasts; Sometimes, it has to resist bad weather; Sometimes, it also has to deal with greedy hunters. But no matter what difficulties and challenges are faced, Xianhe always sticks to his beliefs and responsibilities.
Time flies, and it has been a hundred years in the blink of an eye. The crane is no longer the young crane it used to be, its feathers have become a little dull, but its eyes are becoming more determined. It knows that as long as it has a little strength in it, it will continue to protect the creatures of this land.
And what about the ape? It is said that it has cultivated successfully in the fairy world and has become a real immortal ape. It often returns to the human world to visit the cranes and share the interesting stories and mysteries of the fairy world with the cranes. But no matter how much it persuaded the crane to fly to the immortal realm together, the crane shook its head firmly.
"This is my home, here are the creatures I need to protect." The crane always replied like this.
In this way, a crane and an ape became legends across the two worlds of immortals. Their stories have been widely circulated among the people and have become good stories that inspire people to stick to their beliefs and have the courage to take responsibility. And the land guarded by the crane has become more prosperous because of this belief and responsibility.