In our northeast, there is a place called Yunmeng Mountain, where the mountains are high and dense, and wild beasts are rampant. At the foot of the mountain, there is an honest man named Li Ergou, who usually lives by going up the mountain to cut grass and chop wood. His family was so poor that he was so poor that he had nothing to say, and the people in the village praised him.
On this day, before the sky was clear, Li Ergou picked up the sickle, put the rope on his back, and went up the mountain. The grass on the mountain grows like leeks, and if you cut too much, you can sell it in the town and exchange it for a few copper plates. He hummed a little song as he walked, and in a short time he cut a large bundle of grass. Just as he was about to go down the mountain, he suddenly heard a tiger roar, which shook the mountain. His heart tightened, knowing that it was the tiger in the mountains who came. This tiger usually doesn't cause trouble, but when it does, it hangs.
Li Ergou hurriedly found a big tree to climb up and hid in the leaves, not even daring to breathe. The tiger really came, with golden fur and green eyes, which made people's legs weak when they looked at it. The tiger wandered under the tree, looking up at Li Ergou in the tree from time to time, as if looking at its prey. Li Ergou was so nervous that his palms were sweating, and he knew that once he was discovered, it would be over.
At this moment, the tiger suddenly jumped and pounced on Li Ergou. Li Ergou was so frightened that he quickly hid to the side. The tiger didn't pounce, but bit him on the left leg. Li Ergou screamed and fainted.
When he woke up, he found himself lying on the bed at home, his left leg wrapped like a dumpling. He struggled to sit up and asked his daughter-in-law next to him, "What's wrong with me?" Why is it here? The daughter-in-law cried and told him, "You went up the mountain to mow the grass and were bitten by a tiger, but fortunately a passing hunter saw you and rescued you." But...... Your left leg ......" the daughter-in-law was already crying so much that she couldn't speak. When Li Ergou heard this, his heart was also mixed. He touched his left leg, it was empty, and his heart was desolate. He thought, he can't go up the mountain to cut the grass in the future, how can the family live? Tears began to fall.
Just then, the Orion who had saved him entered. Seeing that Li Ergou woke up, Orion comforted him and said, "Brother Ergou, don't worry. Although you are missing a leg, I taught you to hunt, and you will be able to live by hunting in the future. When Li Ergou heard this, he felt a little better and thanked him repeatedly. In the following days, Orion patiently taught Li Ergou to hunt. Although Li Ergou is not young, he is very serious in his studies. He quickly mastered the art of hunting and was able to go up to the mountains to hunt on his own. Although he didn't gain much at first, as time went on, his skills got better and better, and his family's life gradually improved. Oops, this has to be talked about. Li Ergou of Nagada in our northeast, as soon as he calmed down at night, he always remembered the incident of being bitten on his left leg by a tiger. In his heart, he called a seven-up and eight-down: Why did this tiger pick me? Isn't there something unspeakable? This problem, he pondered and pondered, but he couldn't find the north.
But one night, Li Ergou had a dream, which was weird. In the dream, he returned to Yunmeng Mountain, and the tiger appeared again. The tiger looked at him, and there seemed to be a little embarrassment in his eyes. Li Ergou plucked up his courage and asked the tiger: "Dude, why are you biting me?" The tiger opened his mouth and said, "Ergou, I'm saving you." As soon as these words came out, Li Ergou was even more confused. He then asked, "You bit me on the leg, why do you say you saved me?" The tiger sighed and said, "You don't know, you are destined for great calamity." I bit your leg, and although I made it impossible for you to work, I also let you escape the catastrophe. Otherwise, you'd probably be gone by now. When Li Ergou heard this, he understood in his heart that he had been lucky enough to avoid all the dangerous things in the past. Dare to love this tiger has been secretly protecting him. He was very grateful, and said to the tiger: "Brother Tiger, you saved me, and I will remember this kindness for the rest of my life." When the tiger heard this, a hint of pride flashed in his eyes. Then as soon as it turned around, it disappeared into the mountain forest, leaving Li Ergou alone in a daze.
Since then, every time Li Ergou goes up the mountain, he will deliberately go to the place where the tiger disappeared, as if he is looking for the tiger that saved him. Although the tiger never appeared again, Li Ergou remembered that kindness. He knew in his heart that it was the tiger who saved him, but he muttered: "Brother Tiger, you saved me, I have to thank you." But with you, I'll have to be on crutches for the rest of my life. He shook his head, sighed, and continued to hunt in the mountains. As the days passed, Li Ergou became an old hunter, fighting more and more prey, and making a lot of friends in the mountains.
Once, he stumbled upon a hidden mountain forest with valuable medicinal herbs in it. Now, his life is hopeful. Another day, Li Ergou was hunting in the mountains when he suddenly heard a rush of footsteps. He hurriedly hid in the bushes, and when he saw a group of people in official uniforms, he hurried towards him. He thought to himself: How can there be people from the government in this deep mountain and old forest? The leader looked around, as anxious as if something, and said, "My lord said, you must find that mountain forest, there is a miracle medicine that can cure diseases." We have to find it quickly, otherwise we won't be able to explain it when we go back. When Li Ergou heard this, he let out a "pop" in his heart, and thought: "Isn't the magic medicine they are talking about the medicinal herbs found in my mountain forest?" You can't let them find out about it. He crept out of the grass and snuck behind them while they weren't looking. Li Ergou followed the group of people and walked and walked, watching them go further and further, getting closer and closer to his mountain forest. He was in a hurry, but he didn't dare to act rashly.
It was then that he caught a glimpse of the tiger that had saved him. The tiger also seemed to catch a glimpse of Li Ergou, nodded at him, and then rushed towards the group of people in a puff of smoke. The group had never seen such a big man, and they were so frightened that they scurried around. Li Ergou took the opportunity to shout at the top of his voice: "Brother Tiger, hurry, run over there!" He pointed in the direction of the forest. The tiger seemed to understand, and turned and ran in that direction. When the group saw it, they didn't care about anything and hurriedly chased after them.
Li Ergou took the opportunity to run to the mountain forest and found those medicinal materials. He thought to himself: "If this medicinal herb is taken by the people of the government, how many people will not be harmed." I've got to find a way to hide them. So, he dug up the herbs overnight and hid them in a cave deep in the forest.
The next day, the group of people from the government came to find them, but they searched the entire mountain and forest, but they didn't find any trace of medicinal herbs. The leader was so angry that he jumped to his feet: "There must be ghosts in this mountain forest, we have to investigate carefully." Li Ergou hid in the dark, watching the group of people busy, and he was so happy in his heart.
Just then, the tiger reappeared. It walked up to Li Ergou, rubbed his head against him, and then turned and left. Li Ergou knew that this was the tiger saying goodbye to him. He bowed deeply in the direction of the tiger's departure. Since then, Li Ergou has never seen the tiger again. But he always remembered the kindness of the tiger, and every time he went up to the mountains to hunt, he would go to see the place where the tiger disappeared.
He also told the villagers about the tiger saving him, and everyone said that Li Ergou was blessed in his life and met such a divine tiger. Li Ergou's life is also slowly getting better. He exchanged those medicinal herbs for a lot of money, not only built a new house, but also married a daughter-in-law. When he met someone, he said, "My life was given by the tiger." Without it, I wouldn't be where I am today. ”
As the days passed, Li Ergou became a celebrity in the village. He is not only skilled in hunting, but also helpful and loved by the villagers. And the tiger who saved him has also become a legend in the village. Whenever night falls and the mountain wind blows through Yunmeng Mountain, it seems that the roar of the tiger can still be heard, echoing between the valleys.
This is the story of Li Ergou and the tiger. It tells us that in this world, there is always something magical going on. And when we encounter difficulties and dangers, there may be an unexpected friend who stands up to help us. We Northeast people pay attention to love and righteousness, and we must know how to be grateful. The people and things around us that leave a deep impression on us must be cherished. Li Ergou, this kid, is living more and more nourishingly, and his reputation is also spreading in our ten miles and eight towns. Some people say that his life is hard, and the tiger can't gnaw it; There are also people who envy him for his good luck, and he can always catch some strange prey; Some people praised him for his kindness, and he never forgot the tiger, and from time to time he went to the mountains and forests to worship. But Li Ergou knew in his heart that he could have where he is today thanks to the tiger's life-saving grace. He thought that he had to find a chance to repay the tiger brother.
On this day, Li Ergou went up the mountain again. He brought some fresh prey, as well as his own soju, and prepared to worship in the mountains and forests where the tiger had disappeared. As he walked, he wondered, what happened to the tiger now? Still in this mountain forest, isn't it? In front of the mountain forest, Li Ergou put away the prey and wine, and kowtowed respectfully three times. Then, he opened the wine jug and shouted at the top of his voice: "Brother Tiger, I, Li Ergou, have come to see you today." You saved my life, and I have nothing to repay but to thank you with some wine and meat. If you're still around, come out for a few drinks! As soon as he finished speaking, a strong wind suddenly blew in the mountains and forests. Li Ergou saw a flower in front of him, and a golden tiger appeared in front of him. The tiger was the one who saved him back then, and now it looked even more powerful. Li Ergou was pleasantly surprised, and hurriedly put the wine and meat in front of the tiger. The tiger was not polite either, and ate it in large gulps. After eating, it raised its head and nodded at Li Ergou, as if to say thank you. Li Ergou looked at the tiger and was full of emotion in his heart. He said, "Brother Tiger, you saved my life, and I am also your man." If there is anything you need help with in the future, just say. ”
When the tiger heard this, he suddenly stopped moving, and a hint of strangeness flashed in his eyes. It slowly walked up to Li Ergou and rubbed his head against him. Then, it turned around and walked towards the depths of the mountain forest, and after walking a few steps, it glanced back at Li Ergou, as if signaling him to follow. Although Li Ergou was a little drumming in his heart, he thought that this was the invitation of the tiger, so he had the courage to follow. They walked one after the other, and soon they came to a cave. The cave was hidden in the dense forest, and if it weren't for the tiger leading the way, Li Ergou really couldn't find it. The tiger stopped in front of the cave, glanced back at Li Ergou, and then jumped lightly and got into the cave. Li Ergou hesitated for a moment and walked in. The cave was so dark that I couldn't see anything clearly. But Li Ergou felt that there seemed to be a light flickering ahead. He took a few steps, and suddenly his eyes lit up. I saw a clear spring in the depths of the cave, the spring water was crystal clear and exuded a faint light. And in the middle of the spring, there is a crystal clear herb. The herb exudes a faint fragrance, which makes people smell and refresh. Oops, Li Ergou, this kid, is really lucky, who would have thought that there would be such a precious herb hidden in this cave in the mountains. He was just about to get closer and take a look, but was stopped by a big tiger. The tiger's big head was gently pushed up, and there was a meaning of "don't move" in his eyes. Although Li Ergou was itchy in his heart, he also knew that this tiger must have its reason, so he stood there, staring at the herb without blinking.
Hey, that herb is really divine, and it flashes every once in a while, like a human gasping for breath. With each flash, the entire cave lit up. At this moment, the tiger suddenly spoke: "Ergou, this herb is called 'Lingquan Grass', I have been guarding it for several years, it is a treasure." Not only does it heal, but it also makes people live longer. I see that you are kind to people, know how to be grateful, and are a friend worth making, so I will give it to you today. ”
When Li Ergou heard this, his eyes widened like copper bells, and he stammered and asked, "You...... Can you speak? The tiger nodded: "Although our tiger clan doesn't often deal with people, we can also say a few words." This spiritual spring grass is my hard work for many years, and now I give it to you, which can be regarded as repaying you for saving my life. ”
Li Ergou was moved to tears, and hurriedly knelt down and kowtowed to the tiger three times: "Brother Tiger, your great kindness and great virtue, I will remember it in my heart for the rest of my life." This Lingquan grass is so precious, how can I accept it? The tiger smiled: "If you don't accept it, then you don't treat me as a buddy." Besides, this herb can only work best in your hands. You can take advantage of it. After saying that, the tiger turned around and walked out of the cave, leaving Li Ergou alone in a daze.
He looked at the shining Lingquan grass, and his heart was full of gratitude and admiration. He knew that this was not just a herb, but also a heavy friendship and friendship. Since then, Li Ergou has used that herb to cure many incurable diseases of the villagers, and his reputation has also risen, and he has become a respected miracle doctor. The story of him and the tiger has also become a beautiful conversation in our ten miles and eight towns.