In Huxian Village, the lives of the villagers are closely related to the foxes in the mountains. The precious medicinal herbs and delicious wild fruits grown in the mountains are the resources that the villagers rely on for survival. The villagers are well aware of the importance of living in harmony with nature, so they never harm the creatures of the mountains, especially the legendary foxes. The foxes seem to feel this respect, as they move freely through the mountains and occasionally hear their melodious calls, adding a touch of mystery to this peaceful village.
One day, the old Li family in the village encountered a tricky thing, his family's ploughing cattle were lost in the mountains. This cow is not only an important labor force in the family, but also the key to the economic source of the old Li family. The anxious Lao Li searched everywhere, but there was no trace of the cow. The villagers came up with ideas, but to no avail. Just when Lao Li was almost desperate, Lao Zhang, the wise man in the village, made a bold suggestion: "Lao Li, why don't you try to ask the fox in the mountain for help?" They may be able to help you get your cattle back. ”
Although Lao Li was skeptical, he had no other way, so he decided to give it a try. He placed melons, fruits, wine and flesh under the big tree at the entrance of the village, lit three pillars of incense, and sincerely prayed to the fox in the mountain for help. The villagers gathered around and watched curiously. Just as Lao Li finished praying, a gust of mountain wind suddenly blew, and the offerings disappeared without a trace in an instant. Lao Li returned home with a worried mood, only to find that the lost ploughing ox had returned to the cowshed safe and sound.
The news soon spread through the village, and the villagers were amazed by the foxes' magical abilities and at the same time filled with gratitude for them. Lao Li was even more grateful, and he decided to respect these mountain creatures more in the future and live in harmony with them. The other villagers began to wonder if they should try to establish a deeper connection with the foxes.
After Old Man Hu's request was granted, the villagers' lives seemed to be more affluent. However, Li Ergou's mind became heavier and heavier, and he began to inquire about the legend of the fox, wanting to find the secret of the fox's hidden treasure. He gathers several young men who are just as greedy as he is, and together they plot how to get more wealth from the fox.
One night, Li Ergou sneaked into the mountains with a few young people, and they followed the fox's trail and discovered the fox's burrow. Outside the cave, they sealed the entrance to the cave with the spirit runes they had asked for, in an attempt to force the fox to hand over the treasure. Li Ergou shouted loudly: "Listen to the fox spirits, this mountain is ours, you have occupied it for so long, now please leave your things and leave immediately, otherwise we will not be welcome!" ”
There was silence in the cave, and Li Ergou and his companions waited anxiously. Suddenly, a whirlwind blew, and the spirit runes at the entrance of the cave were blown apart. Subsequently, a group of foxes appeared in front of them, led by Old Man Hu. His voice was low and powerful: "Listen, you people, when I was not enlightened, the ancestors in your village had a life-saving grace with me, so they took care of you a lot. I can't imagine that today you are insatiable, and you will take revenge. ”
Li Ergou was unmoved, he replied with a sneer: "Old man Hu, don't use the past to pressure us." All we know is that you have spells, you have gold and silver treasures, and we just want what we deserve. ”
Old man Hu sighed, he knew that no amount of explanation could awaken these greedy hearts. He turned to the other foxes and said, "That's it, let's go, this place is no longer our home." The foxes nodded their heads, and one by one they disappeared into the night.
Li Ergou and his companions rushed into the cave, only to find that there was nothing inside, not even a single piece of gold or silver. They froze in place, at a loss. At this time, an old man from the village came over, looked at their disappointed looks, shook his head, and said, "You are doing this for yourselves, the foxes have come to repay the favor, but you are insatiable, and now you have nothing." ”
Li Ergou and they regretted it, but it was too late. Their actions not only cost the foxes their help, but also undermine trust with them. The villagers began to realize that the real wealth was not gold and silver, but the friendship of living together in harmony and helping each other. And Li Ergou and them, because of a moment of greed, lost the most precious thing.
The news quickly spread through the village and became a warning. The villagers began to reflect on their own behavior, and they realized that living in harmony with nature and respecting every life is the way to survive in the long run. And those who are greedy will end up with nothing. Li Ergou and his companions also learned from this incident and began to relearn how to live in harmony with nature and how to cherish the help of others.
Many years later, the villagers of Huxian Village still remember the scene of the foxes leaving that night. Whenever the village encounters difficulties, they no longer seek help from external forces, but support each other to tide over the difficulties together. The elders of the village often get together to tell the story of the fox and remind future generations to know how to be grateful and not to be insatiable.
One day, the children of the village sat under the old tree and listened to their grandfather tell stories about the past. Grandpa said, "Kids, do you know? Back then, the people in our village lost the help of the foxes because of greed. Since then, we have learned to be self-reliant. ”
A little boy asked curiously, "Grandpa, are the foxes really not coming back?" ”
Grandpa sighed and replied, "Maybe, but even if they come back, we won't be able to rely on them as much as we used to." We need to rely on our own strength to create a better life. ”
Another little girl blinked her eyes and said, "Then we will also be like foxes in the future, helping others?" ”
Grandpa smiled and touched her head and said, "Of course, helping others is a virtue." Remember, true wealth is not gold and silver, but the kindness and gratitude of our hearts. ”
The children nodded earnestly, their eyes flashing with hope for the future and understanding of the lessons of the past. And the villagers also learned a profound truth from this story: harmonious coexistence and mutual help are the true meaning of life.
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