As she was thinking, a simple thatched house came into view. Outside the house sat a kind old lady with white hair and wrinkles on her face. She was stirring the porridge in the pot with a wooden ladle, and a rich aroma floated in the air.

"Girl, come here and try the porridge I cooked." The old lady's voice was gentle and kind, like the sunshine in winter, dispelling the haze in Chen Fang's heart.

Chen Fang was slightly stunned, then walked towards the old lady, her heart full of gratitude. "Thank you, grandma, I dare not disturb you."

"You're welcome. Come and sit down." The old lady smiled and waved, motioning her to sit next to her. "It's cold, and eating some hot porridge will warm you up."

Chen Fang sat down, her eyes involuntarily attracted by the porridge in the pot. The porridge looked thick, with a few pieces of green vegetables floating in it, exuding an enticing aroma. "Grandma, you are really good at cooking. I have never eaten such delicious porridge."

"Haha, this porridge is made from rice grown in my own home, so it tastes naturally good." The old lady showed a proud look on her face, with a gentle light in her eyes. "Where are you from, and why are you walking on the road alone?"

"I... I came from far away, encountered some troubles on the way, and got lost." Chen Fang lowered her head, feeling melancholy. She didn't want to tell a stranger about her experience, but in front of this old lady, she felt extremely trusting.

"It's not easy for young people these days." The old lady sighed, her eyes showing sympathy for Chen Fang. "I also went through a lot when I was young. Don't worry, come stay with me for a few days. Although my place is simple, I can always give you something to eat."

Chen Fang was so moved that she almost cried, and her heart was filled with warmth. "Thank you, grandma, I really don't want to trouble you."

"Don't say that. There's plenty of room at home, and I just happen to need someone to accompany me." The old lady's eyes were gleaming with anticipation, as if she was waiting for a long-lost companion.

"Okay, grandma." Chen Fang finally nodded, feeling relieved. "I can help you with something in return."

"Haha, you are such a sensible child." The old lady smiled, showing her white teeth. "I will be very happy if you help me with the housework."

So, under the guidance of the old lady, Chen Fang walked into the simple but warm thatched house. Although the house was not big, it was clean and tidy, with a few simple paintings hanging on the wall and a few pots of flowers and plants on the windowsill, emitting a faint fragrance.

"This is my little home." The old lady said with a smile, "Although we are not rich, I am very happy here."

"You really know how to enjoy life." Chen Fang exclaimed, and felt even more respect for the old lady.

"Young people, happiness does not lie in material things, but in your state of mind." The old lady's eyes sparkled with wisdom. "As long as there is love in your heart, your life will be full of sunshine."

Chen Fang listened quietly and gradually understood a lot in her heart. She spent a few days of peaceful and warm time in the company of the old lady. Every morning, she got up with the old lady and prepared breakfast. The old lady taught her to cook some simple dishes, and Chen Fang studied hard.

"Grandma, you are so great. This dish is so delicious!" Chen Fang exclaimed while eating the dish made by the old grandmother.

"Haha, these are just simple home-cooked dishes. Take your time and you can cook them well." The old lady smiled slightly, with a look of satisfaction in her eyes.

As time went by, Chen Fang and the old lady became closer. The old lady often told her stories about the village, ancient legends and her youth. Chen Fang listened attentively, as if during this time, she not only received protection, but also gained priceless emotions.

One evening, the afterglow of the setting sun shone on the village, and the golden light dyed everything with warm colors. Chen Fang and her grandmother sat in the yard, enjoying this quiet time.

"Grandma, can I ask you a question?" Chen Fang mustered up her courage, feeling a little nervous.

"Of course, kid, just ask anything you want to ask." The old lady tilted her head slightly, her eyes full of concern.

"What do you think is the meaning of life?" Chen Fang asked seriously, her heart full of confusion about the future.

The old lady pondered for a moment and slowly said: "The meaning of life is to love and be loved, to share and accompany. No matter how difficult life is, as long as there is love in your heart, you can find happiness."

Chen Fang listened quietly, feeling a warm current in her heart. She thought of the loneliness and pressure she was experiencing in modern life, but at this moment, in this ancient village, she felt a sense of belonging that she had never felt before.

"Thank you, grandma. I will always remember it." Chen Fang smiled, tears in her eyes.

"Silly child, don't cry, there is always hope in life." The old lady gently held Chen Fang's hand, and warm power flowed between them.

In this ancient village, Chen Fang not only found a place to live, but also found spiritual sustenance. With the company of her grandmother, she gradually learned to cherish every bit of warmth in life and understood the power of love.

"Chen Fang, what are you thinking about?" A clear female voice interrupted her thoughts. She looked up and saw the little girl Xiao Cui from the village running towards her with a bright smile on her face.

"I was thinking...how can I return to my own world." Chen Fang sighed helplessly, then smiled, "But you came at the right time, Xiao Cui, have you ever heard of anything that can travel through time and space?"

Xiao Cui tilted her head, thought seriously for a while, and then shook her head: "I heard from my grandmother that in ancient times there was a wizard who could use magic to send people back, but that was a long, long time ago, and no one has seen him since then."

"Mage?" Chen Fang's eyes lit up, and a glimmer of hope ignited in her heart, "Then do you know where he lives?"

"I don't know." Xiao Cui pouted and said disappointedly, "But there is a mountain outside the village, and there is an ancient temple on the mountain. I heard that there are many gods in the temple, and maybe they can help you."

"Ancient temple..." Chen Fang's heart moved. Perhaps this was her chance. She patted Xiao Cui on the shoulder and said with a smile, "Thank you, Xiao Cui. I will go find the ancient temple right away."

"Can I go with you?" Xiao Cui's eyes sparkled with anticipation.

"Of course." Chen Fang agreed happily, and felt a little warm in her heart. Although she was in a different world, Xiao Cui's company made her no longer feel lonely.

The two walked out of the village, and the rice in the fields swayed in the wind, as if bidding them farewell. When they reached the foot of the mountain, Chen Fang looked up and saw the outline of the ancient temple vaguely visible, as if shrouded in a layer of mystery.

"We're here!" Xiao Cui pointed excitedly to the front, her face full of anticipation.

The entrance of the ancient temple was covered with moss, looking a little shabby, but still exuding an ancient atmosphere. Chen Fang took a deep breath and pushed open the temple door. The smell of incense came to her face. There were several blurry statues of gods hanging on the wall, seemingly watching them quietly.

"Do you think there are any wizards here?" Xiao Cui walked around the temple cautiously, her eyes full of curiosity.

"I don't know." Chen Fang whispered, "But we can give it a try."

She walked around the temple, looking for any possible clues, and suddenly her eyes were attracted by a stone tablet. There were some ancient words engraved on the stone tablet. Although she could not understand it, she could feel that it was a call.

"Xiao Cui, come and take a look at this." Chen Fang called Xiao Cui.

Xiao Cui ran over, her eyes lit up: "What is this?"

"I'm not sure either, but I think this stone tablet is very important." Chen Fang gently stroked the surface of the stone tablet with her hand, silently hoping to unravel the secret.

Just then, there was a sound of footsteps outside the temple. Chen Fang and Xiao Cui turned around and saw a middle-aged man in a robe walking in. He had a faint smile on his face and his eyes were as sharp as torches, as if he saw through everything.

"Are you looking for something?" The man's voice was low and gentle, with a hint of mystery.

"We are looking for a mage." Chen Fang mustered up her courage and looked straight at him, "I want to return to my world."

The man smiled slightly, with a glimmer of wisdom in his eyes: "Everyone has his own way home, but the way back is not easy. Are you ready?"

"I'm ready." Chen Fang nodded firmly, her heart filled with courage.

"Okay." The man nodded, walked to the stone tablet, and whispered a spell. As he spoke, the words on the stone tablet began to flicker and emit a faint light.

"Xiao Cui, come here quickly!" Chen Fang held Xiao Cui's hand, her heart full of anticipation.

"This... what is this?" Xiao Cui looked at the stone tablet in surprise, her eyes full of fear and curiosity.

"This is my chance to go home," Chen Fang said softly, but she was a little hesitant. She knew that going back meant saying goodbye to this warm village and Xiao Cui.

"Are you really leaving?" Xiao Cui's voice was a little choked, with tears flashing in her eyes.

"I..." Chen Fang's heart tightened. Although she wanted to go back, Xiao Cui's innocence made her feel reluctant to leave.

"You must remember me." Xiao Cui's voice was as soft as the wind, as if expressing her reluctance to leave.

"I will." Chen Fang smiled, tears flashing in her eyes. She knew that this experience would be engraved in her heart forever.

At this moment, the light of the stone tablet became stronger and stronger, and the man's voice sounded again: "Are you ready?"

"I'm ready!" Chen Fang answered firmly, her heart full of courage.

As a strong light flashed, Chen Fang felt her body surrounded by a force. In an instant, her vision began to blur, and the scene of the village gradually disappeared. Xiao Cui's voice came to her ears: "Chen Fang! Goodbye!"

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