In a distant ancient village, there lived a farmer named Li Huai'an. His family is ordinary and harmonious, and his daily life revolves around the farmland and the family. However, a series of mysterious events are about to break the silence. The Li family's big fat pig has always been the talk of the village and is famous for its large size. This fat pig is not only the pride of the Li family, but also the protagonist of the upcoming full moon wine.
One night, Li Huaian had an unusual dream. In the dream, the big fat pig suddenly stood up and spoke to him in human language. It begged Li Huai'an to wait until his daughter was full moon before slaughtering it. This dream was so real that Li Huai'an still had lingering palpitations after waking up.
1. Liu Yuehua's waiting
In the spring breeze season, Liu Yuehua's room is filled with a warm and tense atmosphere. The willow trees outside the window swayed in the wind, as if witnessing this special moment. In the room, Liu Yuehua was lying on the bed, her forehead was covered with beads of sweat, her family was around her, and her face was full of expectation and concern.
As the sky darkens, the wind chimes outside the house sway in the wind, making a soft chime. At this moment, a baby's cry broke the silence of the room. Liu Yuehua's mother, an elderly but energetic old woman, lovingly picked up her newborn baby girl, and a smile of satisfaction and happiness appeared on her face. In the courtyard of the Liu family, cheers and laughter were immediately heard, and the family members walked out of their respective rooms one after another to celebrate the arrival of this new life.
Liu Yuehua's father, a burly middle-aged man, walked into the room quickly, looking at his infant granddaughter with tenderness. His eyes glistened with tears, as if at this moment, all the waiting and anxiety had turned into full joy. He asked softly, "Yuehua, how are you feeling?"
Liu Yuehua smiled weakly but with relief, and her voice was soft: "I'm fine, father, look at our little baby." Her gaze fell tenderly on the baby girl, a mother's tenderness.
The other members of the Liu family also entered the room one after another, each with a different expression on their faces: joy, curiosity, and appreciation. The little baby's older brother, a five-year-old boy, approached curiously, cautiously observing the new family member. His eyes were wide, full of innocence and curiosity: "Is she my sister?
The old woman smiled gently and nodded in agreement: "Of course you can, but be careful, gently." ”
The little boy slowly and carefully picked up the baby, a smile of pride and excitement on his face. He whispered, "Sister, I will protect you." ”
The room was filled with the warmth and happiness of family. As night fell, lanterns were lit in the courtyard of the Liu family, and the red light sprinkled on everyone's faces, adding a special joy to the family.
2. Preparation for the full moon wine
Time passed like flowing water, and in the blink of an eye, the newborn baby girl was nearly a month old. Her presence brought endless joy and laughter to the Liu family. Every member of the family was attracted by her round face and clear eyes, and she became the treasure of the family.
On the occasion of the full moon of the baby girl, the Liu family decided to hold a grand celebration. In the courtyard, the family is busy, preparing all kinds of food and decorations. In the center of the courtyard, a large cauldron is hung for cooking meat and stewed soups. The girl's grandfather, Mr. Liu, personally went to inspect the big pig that had been fattened all winter to make sure that everything was ready.
The children's uncles brought wooden tables and benches and placed them in the corners of the courtyard to prepare seats for the guests. The table was covered with brightly colored tablecloths, and delicate porcelain and cutlery were placed. In the corner of the courtyard, the children's aunts are busy chopping vegetables and making dumplings, and the air is filled with the enticing aroma of food.
However, in this busy and joyful atmosphere, Li Huaian was a little uneasy. The night before, he had had a strange dream, and the scene in the dream confused him. In the dream, he seems to have a conversation with the big fat pig in the family. The big fat pig they were about to slaughter actually pleaded with him in a dream, hoping that the child would be slaughtered again after the moon was full.
This dream puzzled Li Huai'an, and he didn't know how to interpret it. In the process of preparing the full moon wine, his mood seems to have been affected by this dream. He looked at the busy family in the yard, and his heart was full of contradictions.
In the dead of night, Li Huai'an lay in bed, he closed his eyes and pondered the meaning of dreams. Suddenly, he felt thirsty in his throat and got up to go to the kitchen to drink water. Just as he pushed open the door and was about to walk to the kitchen, he heard a woman's voice outside the door. The voice was soft and eager, as if there was something important to tell him.
Li Huaian hesitated for a moment, but finally decided to go out and have a look. He followed the sound into the yard and found that the sound seemed to be coming from the direction of the pigsty. In the darkness of the night, he approached the pigsty, and saw the big fat pig lying there sleeping quietly.
Just as he was staring at the pigsty, a wonderful scene happened. The big fat pig suddenly moved, it stood slowly, and then it actually spoke, and the voice was exactly the same as in the dream. Li Huai'an was shocked, but in the gaze of the big fat pig, he felt an indescribable calm.
3. Adventures in dreams
Li Huaian stood in front of the pigsty, his eyes wide open, witnessing this incredible scene. The moonlight shone on the pigsty, and the silver glow made it all more dreamy. The big fat pig, which was usually cute and cute, was standing at this moment, as if it had been reborn, and its mouth moved and it emitted human language.
"Li Huai'an, don't be afraid. The voice of the big fat pig was unusually soft, exactly the same as the one he had heard in his dreams.
Li Huai'an was stunned, he couldn't believe his ears, how could a pig speak? But at the moment he stared, a puff of white smoke suddenly rose from the big fat pig's body. The white smoke swirled and gradually condensed, and finally turned into the figure of a woman.
In the moonlight, the woman's figure gradually became clear. She was dressed in a white dress like a flowing cloud, her long hair hanging down like a waterfall, and there was a hint of sadness on her face. Her figure is like a fairy coming out of the moon, beautiful and mysterious.
Li Huai'an couldn't help but gasp, his eyes locked on the woman, his heart full of shock and confusion. The woman walked gently towards him, each step as if stepping on a light smoke.
"Childe, don't panic. The woman's voice was still gentle and eager.
"Who are you, why are you here?" Li Huaian asked, his voice trembling.
"I'm Zhang Lanhua, and I have something important to tell you. There was a hint of urgency in the woman's voice.
Li Huaian looked at her, and the shock in his heart gradually turned into curiosity. He couldn't understand why this beautiful woman had suddenly appeared in his home, let alone why she had appeared in such a mysterious way. But he could feel that she didn't seem to have any ill will, and there was a deep sadness and anticipation in her eyes.
Zhang Lanhua looked at Li Huai'an, her eyes flashing with an indescribable emotion. She spoke softly, with a hint of tremor in her voice: "Gongzi Li, I'm here to tell you a secret about your daughter's safety." ”
Hearing this, Li Huai'an's heart jumped violently, and he couldn't help but speed up his breathing. He walked quickly to Zhang Lanhua, his eyes full of anxiety and curiosity: "My daughter, what happened to her?"
Zhang Lanhua shook her head and signaled him not to rush. "Please follow me. She turned and walked towards the other corner of the courtyard, where there was an old willow tree, and the moonlight under the tree shone on the ground, forming a soft spot of light.
Fourth, the secret of the mysterious woman
In the cold moonlight, Zhang Lanhua's face looked more and more sad. She walked slowly, step by step, approaching the old willow tree. Her voice is soft and mournful, telling the story of her life. She was once a maid among the wealthy merchants, but because of the strong jealousy of the wealthy merchants' wives, she was wronged and finally died tragically.
Li Huai'an followed in her footsteps, his eyes fixed on the mysterious woman. Zhang Lanhua's words shocked him and made him a little uneasy at the same time. The "safety of his daughter" she mentioned made him feel anxious.
"What does my daughter have to do with you?" Li Huaian asked, his voice full of confusion and concern.
Zhang Lanhua stopped and turned to face Li Huai'an, her eyes looking directly at him: "Your daughter has not encountered any danger, but there is an important secret about her future. ”
Li Huai'an's heart was full of doubts, he didn't understand why this deceased maid knew about his daughter. Zhang Lanhua's expression became serious, and she seemed to be thinking about how to speak.
"You must know that the fate of your daughter is inextricably linked to my story. Zhang Lanhua's voice became even deeper.
Li Huaian stared at Zhang Lanhua, waiting for her next sentence. Zhang Lanhua took a deep breath, her eyes became deep, as if she was recalling everything in the past.
She began to tell the story of her life. She was a virtuous maid among the wealthy merchants of the king, and was jealous of her mistress because of her beauty and intelligence. Wang Fushang's wife framed Zhang Lanhua in various ways, which eventually led to her tragic death. Zhang Lanhua's ghost has been wandering in the world, unable to rest in peace.
"Your daughter is going to be in a similar predicament as mine, and I must tell you how to protect her. Zhang Lanhua's voice revealed a kind of urgency and worry.
Li Huai'an's brows tightened, and he listened to Zhang Lanhua's words, his heart was full of doubts and incomprehension. He looked at Zhang Lanhua, waiting for her to explain further. Zhang Lanhua was silent for a moment, and then continued to speak.
She told Li Huai'an that his daughter would encounter some difficulties and challenges in the future, which were inextricably linked to her fate. Zhang Lanhua explained that due to the failure of her own destiny, her ghost lingered in the world until she met someone who could help her free - Li Huai'an's daughter.
In the end, with the help of Li Huai'an, Zhang Lanhua's soul was laid to rest, and this mysterious incident was successfully resolved.
Fifth, the consummation of fate
With the end of this mysterious encounter, the Li family's life gradually returned to peace. Time flies by like a white horse, and the full moon day of the youngest daughter of the Li family has finally arrived. On this special day, Liu Yuehua and Li Huai'an prepared a grand celebration, inviting relatives, friends and neighbors to participate in the grand event.
The preparation of the full moon wine is busy and full of joy. The courtyard is filled with flowers and lanterns, and the tables are filled with a dazzling array of delicacies. The members of the Li family are all busy, adding luster to this special day. Although Zhang Lanhua's mysterious encounter made Li Huai feel a little uneasy, he still threw himself wholeheartedly into the preparations for the celebration.
According to Zhang Lanhua's request, the big fat pig that was originally planned to be slaughtered was retained. The big fat pig continued to live peacefully in the Li family's yard and became an indispensable part of the family. Under the care of the Li family, it enjoyed a carefree life, and gradually grew to a huge size of more than 500 catties.
On the day of the full moon wine, the guests came to Li's house in an endless stream. People congratulate each other, and laughter fills the entire courtyard. Children chase and play in the yard, and adults sit around and share food and wine. The youngest daughter of the Li family was held in Liu Yuehua's arms and slept soundly, and her arrival brought endless joy and hope to the family.
With the passage of time, Zhang Lanhua's obsession gradually dissolved. With the help of Daoist Liuyun, her soul finally found rest and was reincarnated. Before she left, she left her blessings to the youngest daughter of the Li family, hoping that she could have a happy and happy life.
As for the big fat pig, it spent the happiest time of his life in the Li family. It basks in the sun in the yard leisurely every day, enjoying the love and care of the Li family. As time passed, the big fat pig grew old and its body began to become weak. Finally, on a sunny afternoon, it closed its eyes peacefully, ending its 15-year journey of life.
The Li family is full of gratitude and nostalgia for this big fat pig. They decided to bury it at the foot of the mountain behind their home as a last sign of respect for this faithful companion. The tomb at the foot of the back mountain has become a place where the Li family often comes to remember, and it is full of flowers and plants, and it is evergreen all year round.
The Encyclopedia of Folk Tales