readsfreenovel Chapter 11 Parting
Chapter 11 Parting
Lu Xiuyuan said to the old hunter, "Grandpa, thank you for telling me all this. It has given me some understanding of this world. I will not leave immediately. I will stay and take care of you. After your leg injury is healed, I will go to Beishan Town."
The old hunter said with relief: "Good boy, I didn't make a mistake. Just take care of me for another two days and I'll be fine. I'm not that easy to die."
After hearing this, Lu Xiuyuan said to the old hunter: "Whether you are an ordinary person or a cultivator, you are still my grandfather. I will not turn my head and deny you." After hearing this, the old hunter nodded and held Lu Xiuyuan's hand kindly.
In the last days of his life in the cabin, Lu Xiuyuan gradually got used to the mysterious and peaceful valley life under the careful guidance of the old hunter. The old hunter was like a kind mentor, carefully teaching Lu Xiuyuan various survival skills in the mountains, just like treating his own grandson.
When he woke up in the morning, he followed the first rays of morning light into the cabin and began his busy day. Chopping wood became his daily routine, and Lu Xiuyuan wielded a sharp axe, stirring up layers of wood chips against the backdrop of the blue sky between the mountains.
The sound of felling and chopping wood was like a natural symphony, echoing in the mountains and rivers of the forest. Whenever Lu Xiuyuan picked up firewood, the old hunter would patiently demonstrate the correct way to chop wood, telling him which trees were suitable for firewood and which parts of the wood were easier to ignite. In the process of teaching, the old hunter not only taught skills, but also explained the principles behind them, so that Lu Xiuyuan could understand the essence of survival skills.
Lu Xiuyuan learned to choose suitable trees, so that he could maintain maximum firepower during burning, relieve his physical strength to the greatest extent, and maintain the balance of the ecosystem here.
Hunting became an important means for him to explore the mysteries of the mountains and wilderness. When hunting, the old hunter would personally demonstrate the capture action, guide Lu Xiuyuan to choose the shooting point of the bow and arrow, tell him how to judge the action of the prey, and how to obtain enough food while protecting nature.
The inheritance of these experiences is not only about hunting skills, but also about the wisdom of surviving in nature. In the dense woods, Lu Xiuyuan learned how to sneak, how to hide his breath, and how to patiently wait for the best opportunity. Every successful hunt is an improvement of one's own ability.
Washing clothes became his daily routine. The leisurely stream flowing through the valley was cool and pleasant. Lu Xiuyuan washed his clothes in the gurgling water, as if he was one with nature. This quiet time of washing clothes also became a moment for him to think about the way of cultivating immortality.
Cooking is a joyful time he spends with the old hunter. The old hunter teaches him the clever combination of wild ingredients. He shares his thoughts on the combination of seasonings, the control of heat, and even the skills of collecting ingredients. Each teaching is a dialogue full of life wisdom, integrating survival skills with awe of nature.
Lu Xiuyuan gradually learned how to mix spices and how to use heat to cook game to make it tender and delicious, like a mountain feast.
Life during this period was full of joy and harmony. As the old hunter's injuries gradually healed, Lu Xiuyuan thrived beside the old hunter who was like a mentor to him, and every day was fulfilling and interesting.
The old hunter's teachings not only greatly improved Lu Xiuyuan's survival skills, but also brought him rich spiritual gains. He learned the philosophy of respecting nature and cherishing life, and understood the importance of living in harmony with nature.
Every study session is a spiritual journey, which allows him to have a deeper understanding of his existence in this mountain area.
As the old hunter recovered, Lu Xiuyuan gradually realized that the time of separation was approaching. Although this time together established a deep mentor-disciple relationship between them, the journey of life always ends at different crossroads. Lu Xiuyuan began to think about his next step and was about to embark on the journey of leaving.
During this time, they spent many unforgettable moments together, from the sound of chopping wood in the early morning to the aroma of cooking in the evening, each memory has become a precious mark deep in the heart. The skills and wisdom taught by the old hunter have also become an important support for Lu Xiuyuan's growth. Lu Xiuyuan knew that it was time to say goodbye.
The morning sun shines through the window of the cabin, making the room warm and peaceful. Lu Xiuyuan wakes up early and starts packing his luggage, collecting the items he has used during this time. Each item carries the memories of his time with the old hunter, which makes him stop what he is doing and feel a surge of emotion in his heart.
The old hunter seemed to sense the sadness of parting and got up early to prepare for the farewell in the morning. He lit a bonfire in the cabin, letting the smoke drift in the morning light, and brewed a pot of fragrant tea.
The old hunter's eyes revealed deep kindness, as if telling Lu Xiuyuan that no matter when, he was a part of this place.
Lu Xiuyuan walked out of the cabin and saw the old hunter waiting by the campfire. At this moment, the tacit understanding between them did not need words, as if there was an invisible bond between their hearts that tightly connected them. The campfire burned brightly, and the warm breath filled the air, filling the entire morning with a quiet and peaceful atmosphere.
"Lu Xiuyuan, it's time." The old hunter spoke slowly, his tone full of blessings for the young man. He handed the teacup in his hand to Lu Xiuyuan, and the two sat opposite each other. The light fragrance of tea filled the air around the cabin.
Lu Xiuyuan took the teacup, his heart filled with gratitude. During this period of time, the old hunter's teachings and care were like a bright light, illuminating his way forward. He took a sip of tea, feeling the warmth in his throat, and seemed to feel the old hunter's reluctance to let him go.
"Grandpa, although I can't practice, I will remember your teachings and be grateful for everything you have done for me. I will protect myself and stay alive." Lu Xiuyuan said in a firm and emotional tone, his eyes revealing respect for his mentor.
The old hunter smiled and patted Lu Xiuyuan on the shoulder: "Young man, life is a journey that keeps moving forward. You must learn to face the unknown and move forward courageously. I will give you another gift before you leave." Then, the old hunter took out a set of neatly folded clothes and said: "Hurry up and change your strange clothes. You are too ostentatious and will cause unnecessary trouble."
Lu Xiuyuan felt warm after putting on the clothes prepared by the old hunter. The simple clothes seemed to carry the old hunter's thoughts, making him more grateful to the kind old man. He silently prayed for the old hunter in his heart, hoping that he would be healthy and happy.
As his clothes changed, Lu Xiuyuan's mood gradually calmed down. This period of time in the cabin was peaceful and fulfilling. The old hunter's careful teaching was like a bright light, illuminating his way forward. Gratitude filled his heart, and he understood the old hunter's care and blessings.
"Take care of yourself, I will come back to see you." Lu Xiuyuan's tone revealed a sincere promise. He knew the old hunter's solitary life very well, and he was full of responsibility and care for this promise. This was a kind of cherishing of life, and also a kind of protection of this unforgettable time.
When leaving the cabin, Lu Xiuyuan did not look back. He did not want the old hunter to see the attachment and reluctance in his eyes, so he only left a tear on the road to the cabin. It was a silent farewell, a gratitude and touch from the bottom of his heart.
Lu Xiuyuan knew that this brief but precious encounter would become an eternal memory deep in his heart.
On the way out, Lu Xiuyuan bathed in the morning sunshine, his heart surging with expectations for a new life. He was grateful for this time, for the old hunter's teachings, and for the quiet mountains. The future may be full of unknowns, but he embarked on a new journey with gratitude for life and expectations for the future. And the cabin, where a tear was left, will become a place of memory that he will treasure forever.