In a prosperous city in ancient times, there were two young people, one was Li Mo, a noble son from a famous family, and the other was Zhang Xuan, a scholar from a poor background. Although the two have completely different backgrounds, they are both looking for the true meaning of life, trying to break out of this world full of opportunities and challenges.
Li Mo has lived under the protection of his family since he was a child and enjoys excellent living conditions. He has a wide range of contacts around him, whether it is a dignitary or a businessman, he is inextricably linked. However, these connections don't seem to bring him much joy, but instead make him feel an inexplicable emptiness. He often stood alone on the tall buildings of the mansion, looking at the distant sky, and his heart was full of confusion and incomprehension.
At the same time, Zhang Xuan lives a very different life. He came from a poor background, but with his extraordinary talent and unremitting efforts, he finally found a teaching position in a college in the Splendid City. Although he lived in poverty, he enjoyed it. He believes that as long as he works hard, he will be able to change his destiny.
One day, Li Mo accidentally heard Zhang Xuan's story, and he couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration in his heart. He decided to visit the young scholar in the hope of learning some wisdom in life from him.
When Li Mo walked into the academy, Zhang Xuan was teaching the students. He spoke in a simple and engaging way, and the students listened to it with great interest. Li Mo stood aside, silently observing Zhang Xuan's every move, secretly admiring in his heart.
After class, Li Mo invited Zhang Xuan to the teahouse for a talk. The two sat around the tea table, sipped fragrant tea, and began to talk about life.
Li Mo asked: "Brother Zhang, you are from a poor background, but you can teach here for a living, what is the secret?" ”
Zhang Xuan smiled slightly and replied, "Brother Li is too famous. I'm just a scholar, so there's no secret. It's just that I always believe that connections are important, but what is more important is your ability and quality. Only by constantly improving oneself can we win the respect and trust of others. ”
After hearing this, Li Mo nodded thoughtfully. He then asked, "And how did you earn the respect and love of your students?" ”
Zhang Xuan replied: "Actually, it's very simple. I always regard my students as my friends and relatives and teach them with my heart. I believe that sincerity and kindness are the keys to winning hearts and minds. ”
After Li Mo heard this, his heart suddenly brightened. He realized that while he had a wide range of connections, he had neglected the importance of sincerity and kindness. He was determined to change himself and re-examine his relationships.
In the following days, Li Mo began to take the initiative to interact with the people around him and listen to their stories and experiences with his heart. He no longer focuses solely on his own interests, but more about the feelings and needs of others. His change surprised and delighted the people around him, and they expressed their willingness to become true friends with Li Mo.
At the same time, Zhang Xuan is also constantly working hard. With his talent and diligence, he gradually made a name for himself in the splendid city. More and more people are beginning to know him, respect him, and are willing to form deep friendships with him.
Time flies, and ten years have passed in the blink of an eye. Li Mo and Zhang Xuan both became prominent figures in the Splendid City. They not only have a wide range of network resources, but also have won people's respect and love. However, they did not get complacent and carried away because of this. On the contrary, they value their relationships with others more and work harder to improve their abilities and qualities.
By chance, Li Mo and Zhang Xuan met again. They sat in the teahouse, sipping fragrant tea and looking back on the past ten years. Li Mo said with emotion: "Brother Zhang, I finally understand the true meaning of connections. It is not only a resource or means, but also an emotional exchange and a collision of hearts. Only by treating others with sincerity can we win real connections. ”
After hearing this, Zhang Xuan also said with deep feelings: "Yes, Brother Li." We are all constantly pursuing success and fame, but in the process, we must not forget our original intention and nature. Only by maintaining sincerity and kindness can we go further and more steadily on the road of life. ”
The two looked at each other and smiled, as if they had returned to the youthful and dreamy time ten years ago. They know that no matter how many difficulties and challenges they will encounter in the future, as long as they maintain their original intention and continue to work hard, they will definitely be able to embark on a wonderful life path of their own.