Chapter 382 Can't Forget Our Roots
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When Qin Sheng was in college in Shanghai, he would go back to Zhongnan Mountains to visit his grandfather every time he came back from winter and summer vacations. He would stay with his grandfather for two days before going to the Lin Family. At that time, he would go wherever his grandfather was.
Although Zhongnan Mountains was not Qin Sheng's hometown, Qin Sheng still had a lot of feelings for this place. Moreover, his friends in Xi 'an were only his childhood friends in this small village, except for his best friends in junior high school.
This village was neither too big nor too small, with only about a hundred households. However, this village, which was backed by Mount Zhongnan and close to Xi 'an, was not poor. Every household had a beautiful two-story building, and some even had extravagant villas. Not to mention that many people in the village were doing business or serving as officials in Xi 'an City, many people had become rich by opening a farmhouse at the foot of the mountain. After all, every summer, Mount Zhongnan would be overcrowded. In the remaining years, they had become rich by relying on grapes and special agriculture. Therefore, as the Spring Festival was approaching, cars of different grades were parked in front of every household in the village, and the doorways were decorated very beautifully.
With Huzi's enthusiastic promotion, the news of Qin Sheng's return spread like wildfire. Everyone was curious about what Qin Sheng had become after disappearing for so many years. Was he glorious or down? After all, Qin Sheng was a famous person in the village, and could be said to be the king of children. Therefore, before they arrived at Huzi's house, many villagers and childhood friends had gathered at the door.
After Huzi parked the car, a villager asked, "Huzi, didn't you say that Qin Sheng is back? Where is he? Don't lie to us. "
Huzi pointed at the Mercedes-Benz behind them and shouted confidently, "Third Uncle, why are you in such a hurry? Your two daughters are married, and you still want Qin Sheng to be your live-in son-in-law. It has been so many years."
"You little brat, you've grown up. You even dare to laugh at me." The simple and honest man called Third Uncle laughed out loud, revealing his yellow teeth. However, he was not angry. This was how it was in the village. People always liked to make fun of each other. When they had nothing to do, they liked to gather together and gossip about each other.
Another young man of the same age asked, "Huzi, ignore your Third Uncle. Tell us about Qin Sheng. I haven't seen him for many years. I was beaten by him when I was a kid."
At this time, the chauffeur of the Qin Family drove the Mercedes-Benz to the door of Huzi's house. Huzi pointed at the Mercedes-Benz and said, "This is it. Take a look. Qin Sheng is doing well now. He has bought a Mercedes-Benz and hired a full-time chauffeur.
After hearing Hu Zi's words, everyone subconsciously looked at the Mercedes-Benz behind them. The expressions on everyone's faces were different. Some were surprised, some were confused, some were envious, and some were jealous. However, everyone surrounded Qin Sheng without hesitation. They all wanted to see what Qin Sheng looked like now.
Seeing so many people, Qin Ran could not help but say, "Tut-tut, so many people. Qin Sheng, I didn't expect you to be so popular in the village."
It did not occur to Qin Sheng that so many people would come. He said proudly, "What do you think? When I was a child, I was the most handsome man in our village. People often asked my grandfather to arrange a marriage for me when I was a child."
Qin Ran covered her mouth and giggled. Of course, she would not believe his words. She knew that he was joking. "Oh, how did I know that my brother is good at bragging?" But now she liked chatting with Qin Sheng. It seemed to be a normal way of getting along with a brother and a sister.
After the car stopped, Qin Sheng and Qin Ran got out of the car slowly. Both of them had seen the world, especially Qin Ran. She had been to all kinds of places and occasions. Of course, she would not be frightened by the scene in front of her.
As soon as Qin Sheng got out of the car, some villagers recognized him. They turned around and shouted excitedly, "It's Qin Sheng. It's Qin Sheng. It's really Qin Sheng."
Others also recognized Qin Sheng. After all, Qin Sheng had only left for four or five years. His appearance would not change much. Everyone rushed to say hello to Qin Sheng. Qin Sheng, who just got out of the car, was overwhelmed. He felt like he was a star.
Qin Sheng was very familiar with these villagers. He could recognize each and every one of them, which made him feel quite close to them, as if he had found his childhood memories. Consequently, he hurriedly greeted everyone and said, "Third Uncle, Fourth Aunt, Sixth Brother, Uncle Li, Uncle Wang, your legs have recovered …"
For a moment, the scene at the gate was extremely lively. It seemed that someone was getting married. Every villager's face was full of warm smiles.
At this time, Qin Ran had also gotten out of the car. Many villagers instantly shifted their attention to Qin Ran. They had never seen such a beautiful woman with such temperament. They were immediately stunned by Qin Ran. They looked at Qin Ran with different expressions. Many people were whispering to each other.
Some people directly shouted, "Qin Sheng, you brought your girlfriend back. You are so promising. Your girlfriend is so beautiful."
Being regarded as Qin Sheng's girlfriend again, Qin Ran lowered her head and smiled bitterly. Huzi hurriedly explained for Qin Sheng. "Don't talk nonsense. This beauty is not Qin Sheng's girlfriend. She is his sister."
Then everyone understood. But most of them did not believe Huzi's words. After all, everyone knew that Qin Sheng did not have a sister. It was probably a cover.
"All right, all of you, make way. Don't crowd around. It's very cold outside. Let Qin Sheng and the guests into the house first. Let's talk inside." Huzi's father and mother were also in the crowd. They shouted to the crowd. It seemed that Qin Sheng coming to their house was their relatives and distinguished guest, which made them extremely proud.
Then they came to their senses and welcomed Qin Sheng and Qin Ran into Huzi's house. The whole house was crowded with villagers in an instant. Many villagers were on their way.
Therefore, Qin Sheng and Qin Ran, who wanted to go back to the city, could not leave. Endless villagers and childhood friends rushed over. Everyone excitedly greeted Qin Sheng and then began to talk about the old days. Some people praised Qin Sheng for being promising. People who came from a key university were really different. Some people asked where Qin Sheng had been these years and why there was no news about him. It seemed that he had disappeared. Some people asked where Qin Sheng was now and what kind of business he was doing. Some people asked if Qin Sheng had a girlfriend and if he was married. Of course, some people said sarcastically. After all, there were all kinds of people in the village, especially those who were not convinced by Qin Sheng at the beginning and now thought they were more promising than Qin Sheng.
Anyway, there were all kinds of topics. Everyone had different starting points. Qin Sheng had lived in such an environment since he was a child, so he naturally knew how to deal with these people.
Qin Ran was more popular than Qin Sheng. After all, beautiful women were treated like this everywhere. She chatted with the villagers tirelessly and asked about the interesting things of Qin Sheng's childhood. This was the fastest way for her to know about Qin Sheng's childhood. Since the beauty was interested in these things, the villagers also talked to her tirelessly. If they could make this beauty smile, they could wake up from their dreams with a smile.
In this way, Qin Sheng and Qin Ran stayed in Huzi's house for three hours. When they felt it was almost time, they stood up and said goodbye to the villagers, ready to leave. After all, they would go back to Beijing tomorrow morning and had more important things to do.
They hadn't seen Qin Sheng for many years, so they had endless things to say and questions to ask. Qin Sheng was leaving as soon as he came back. Of course, they were reluctant to let him go. Some people said, "The Spring Festival is coming soon. You haven't spent the Spring Festival in the village for many years. Why don't you leave after the Spring Festival?" Some childhood friends said, "Qin Sheng, it's rare for you to come back. All the brothers in the village are also back. We will hold a welcome dinner for you in the evening."
The villagers were kind, and Qin Sheng understood that. But he really had to leave. He couldn't leave too little time for Auntie Wang and Xinxin. So he could only explain to them patiently, and Qin Ran echoed by his side. Qin Sheng could also feel that some people's attitudes had changed. It seemed that they didn't take the villagers seriously now that he had become successful. Qin Sheng didn't bother to explain so much.
Seeing that Qin Sheng was determined to leave, Huzi's parents could only settle for the next best thing. They said that even if he wanted to leave, he should have dinner first.
To be honest, Qin Sheng really wanted to stay and have a good chat with them. But this time he didn't have much time, so he had to politely refuse the kindness of Huzi's parents again.
Seeing this, the villagers didn't continue to persuade them to stay. They stood up and saw Qin Sheng and Qin Ran out of the door, more or less disappointed.
At the door, Qin Sheng pulled Huzi and said, "Huzi, I really have something to do this time. I hope you can understand. It's not that I'm arrogant or look down on others. If nothing goes wrong, I will stay in Xi 'an for some time next year. At that time, I will have a good chat with you. "
"It's okay. They can understand. For those who don't understand, don't lower yourself to their level." Huzi was very considerate and said.
Qin Sheng patted Huzi's shoulder with great relief and said, "Huzi, I've left my phone number for you. So remember that I came from a village and grew up eating the food of hundreds of families. No matter where I go, no matter what I do, and no matter how great my achievements are, I will never forget my roots. So if anything big happens in the village, remember to inform me."
"Hahaha, don't worry. Leave it to me." Huzi agreed with the spirit of brotherhood.
Qin Sheng told Huzi a few more times and then turned around to greet the villagers. "Uncle, Aunt, Uncle, Aunt, Uncle, Aunt, Uncle, Aunt. Qin Sheng is sorry this time. I hope you can forgive me. I will come back to see you next year. "
Most of the villagers waved goodbye to Qin Sheng politely, but some sneered at him. Qin Sheng didn't pay much attention to them, but Qin Ran did.
Qin Sheng and Qin Ran finally got in the car. He rolled down the window and continued to wave goodbye to the villagers. It was not until the driver drove the car to the road that he stopped looking at them.
He didn't plan to go back to the village, but when he came back by chance, he sighed with emotion. Those childhood friends had changed now. Some were rich, some were arrogant, some were down and out, and some were bitter. Everyone had their own life, but it was no longer the same as before.
They were so carefree when they went up the mountain to catch rabbits, went down the river to catch fish, played in the mud in the field, and played hide-and-seek in the forest. Now the burden of life was on them, which had worn away their innocence. What replaced it was philistine, secular, and numb. However, this was a stage that everyone would go through, including Qin Sheng. He was no longer the little boy in the past.
Qin Sheng had feelings for this place, for these villagers and his childhood friends, so he felt that his life had settled down now. If he went back to Xi 'an in the future, he could go back to the village. He came from here. He couldn't let these villagers poke at his grandfather's back and say, "Look at that grandson of yours, he's really an ingrate. Now that he's capable and successful, he's even forgotten his roots."
Of course, the dead old master wouldn't care about these secular views, but Qin Sheng had to care. After all, his grandfather was buried here. What if someone dug up his grandfather's grave one day? Hahaha, of course, this was a joke.
Seeing Qin Sheng in a daze, Qin Ran held his hand and comforted him, "Don't think so much. You can make everyone satisfied." She thought that Qin Sheng was uncomfortable because of the harsh words of some villagers.
Qin Sheng came to his senses and smiled. "Nothing, sister. They are like that. I got used to it when I was young."
"That's good." Qin Ran was relieved.
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