The Great Dream God

Princess Ziyang, Qingyun and Qingniao are ambitious and resourceful. In a quiet place, they carefully planned and discussed repeatedly, and finally worked out a detailed plan. Once this plan came out, Kyoto, this prosperous and bustling capital, was like a huge rock suddenly thrown into the bottom of a deep and quiet lake, instantly breaking the original tranquility. Under the seemingly calm surface, there were actually undercurrents and waves. A storm that was about to sweep across the entire capital was quietly brewing.

At the same time, in Zhang Tianlong's quiet and elegant little courtyard, Meng Jin and Zhang Tianlong were sitting leisurely under the pear tree that was blooming like snow. The pear tree blossomed like snow, and the breeze blew, and the petals fell one after another, like a beautiful flower rain, adding a bit of poetry and romance to the courtyard.

Zhang Tianlong's eyes were deep. He sent his men to the market to buy the fragrant and mouth-watering sweet-scented osmanthus cake. Soon, his men hurried back and presented the sweet-scented osmanthus cake to Zhang Tianlong. Zhang Tianlong smiled slightly. His elegant posture seemed to be performing an art. He slowly divided the sweet-scented osmanthus cake into several portions. His movements were gentle and delicate, as if he was treating the most precious treasure in the world. Then, he handed one portion to Meng Jin.

Meng Jin took the osmanthus cake and nodded slightly to show his gratitude. Zhang Tianlong leisurely picked up a piece of osmanthus cake and put it into his mouth to taste it carefully. The sweetness of the osmanthus cake spread in his mouth, and a hint of satisfaction appeared in his eyes, but then it was replaced by a touch of sadness. Slowly, he said: "My eldest son had a special liking for this small snack when he was young! At that time, his smile was like the spring sunshine, warm and bright. Whenever this osmanthus cake was placed in front of him, his eyes would flash with joy, and that look is still clearly imprinted in my mind." Zhang Tianlong's voice trembled slightly, and his eyes were full of memories of the past and longing for his son.

"But now, he has passed away and I can no longer taste such delicious food." Zhang Tianlong's words were filled with deep sorrow. "His life was like those brilliant but short-lived fireworks, blooming brightly in the night sky but disappearing in an instant. His departure is like a nightmare that has trapped me deeply in it and I can't extricate myself." Zhang Tianlong's eyes became empty, as if his soul had gone away with his son's departure.

"His life disappeared in the long river of time, leaving me here alone, sad and depressed." Zhang Tianlong's voice became deeper and deeper, and the endless sadness seemed to swallow him up. Meng Jin listened quietly, and his eyes also revealed a trace of regret and sympathy. Under this snow-like pear tree, Zhang Tianlong's sadness was like the falling petals, sad and heartbreaking.

Meng Jin sighed quietly, and that sigh seemed to carry endless compassion and helplessness. He slowly said, "Please accept my condolences!" Zhang Tianlong waved his hand indifferently, with a complicated look in his eyes. He said, "After growing up, my eldest son is not as lovable as he was when he was a child. Back then, he was innocent and well-behaved. His innocent smile was like the warm spring sun, which could dispel the haze in my heart. But now, he has become a little annoying to me. He often forces me to do this and that, all things I am unwilling to do."

Meng Jin nodded slightly, his eyes revealing deep wisdom, and said slowly: "Children are mostly like this. When they grow up and get the opportunity to be independent for the first time, they will feel that they have a powerful power. Therefore, they can't wait to exert this power and try to prove their existence and value. They are like fledgling eagles, eager to spread their wings and fly high, but they have never realized the vastness and danger of the sky. In their cognition, the world seems to be a paradise that they can explore at will. However, it is not until they bravely step out of the so-called comfort zone under the protection of adults that they will realize that the world is far more complex and mysterious than they imagined."

"Things in this world are complicated and unpredictable. Children will always encounter various challenges and difficulties on their path to growth. They may encounter setbacks in the pursuit of their dreams, or they may feel confused and helpless when faced with the cruelty of reality. However, this is the only way to grow up. Only after experiencing the baptism of wind and rain can they truly understand the true meaning of life and comprehend the wisdom of life." Meng Jin's words were like a gurgling stream, moistening Zhang Tianlong's heart.

"Just like those bright stars, flickering faint light in the vast night sky. Children in this vast world are like those tiny stars. They need to keep working hard and struggling to shine their own light. As elders, what we can do is to give them guidance when they are confused, comfort them when they are lost, and support them when they encounter difficulties. Let them feel the warmth and care on their path to growth, so that they have enough courage and strength to face the challenges of life." Meng Jin's words became more and more passionate, as if he was painting a magnificent picture of life.

Zhang Tianlong opened his mouth slowly, his words carrying a hint of depth and helplessness: "I don't ask for too much from my children. I only hope that they can find a way to survive in this complicated world and not starve. That's enough. I know very well that such remarks may make people think that I am an irresponsible parent!" His eyes revealed a complex emotion, as if carrying endless worries.

Meng Jin stared at Zhang Tianlong, his eyes were deep and firm, and he said slowly: "That's wrong! You are by no means an irresponsible parent! On the contrary, you are extremely responsible. By doing this, you are actually giving them the ability to live independently in this world. If they can't live independently, you will certainly not lend a helping hand, am I right?" Meng Jin's words were as sonorous and powerful as the sound of metal and stone.

Zhang Tianlong was stunned when he heard this, then he raised his head and laughed loudly. The laughter resounded through the sky, as if he wanted to release all the emotions in his heart: "You are right!"

This seemingly simple conversation contains profound life philosophy. Zhang Tianlong's expectation for his children is not fame and success in the secular sense, but the most basic survival ability. This seemingly "hands-off" education method is actually a kind of deep love and responsibility. He understands that in this world full of challenges and opportunities, only by letting children learn to be independent can they truly gain a foothold.