My name is Zhang Wei, an ordinary young man from Beijing. My parents were ordinary working-class people who worked hard to create a better environment for me to grow up. Since I was a child, I have developed a strong interest in history and culture, especially traditional Chinese culture and history. I have always believed that as a Chinese, we should understand and inherit our culture so that we can better face the future.
One day, I happened to meet an old man named Makinono in the library. He looked to be in his sixties, in good spirits, with gray hair. He was reading a book on Chinese history. I was so attracted to him that I walked over to say hello.
"Hello, my name is Zhang Wei." I say.
"Hello, Zhang Wei." He smiled and said, "My name is Makinono. ”
We started chatting, and I found that Makinono has a deep understanding and unique insights into Chinese history and culture. He told me that every Chinese needs to ask themselves a few questions so that they can better understand themselves and find their own direction.
Since then, I've been exploring Chinese history and culture with Makinono. We went to a lot of places together, saw a lot of monuments, and read a lot of books. In the process, I gradually understood the meaning of Makinono's remark that "every Chinese needs to ask himself a few questions".
However, just as I was immersed in my studies, my parents suddenly fell ill. I had to put down the books in my hand and go home to take care of them. During that time, I felt very tired and helpless, and I began to doubt my choice and even began to doubt Makinono's words.
One night, I sat on the edge of my bed, looking at my sleeping parents, filled with conflict. At this moment, Makinono suddenly visited. He looked at me and said softly, "Zhang Wei, I know what you're confused about. But, have you ever thought about how much your parents gave for you, and have you ever asked yourself what you did for them? ”
I was stunned, and Makinono's words pierced my heart like a sharp sword. I began to reflect on myself, and I realized that I had been pursuing my ideals but neglecting to care for my parents.
Since then, I have started to cherish the time I spent with my parents more and have started to study harder in the hope of giving them a better life. And Makinono has become the most important mentor and friend in my life. His words made me understand that as a Chinese, we must not only understand and inherit our culture, but also learn to care and take responsibility. It is necessary for every Chinese to ask themselves a few questions so that they can find their own direction and walk out of their own path in life.