Red Mansion: I relied on the AFK system to create a dynasty

Chapter 367 The open space in front of the country house

Location: An open space in front of a country house, China in the 1960s.

(Cen Mingche sat thinly on a stone in front of the hut, holding a withered grass root in his hand. In the distance, the houses in the village were shrouded in smoke, and the singing of hardworking farmers in the rice fields could be heard. A villager named Lao Li, coming from a distance.)

Lao Li: (walks up to Cen Mingche with concern) Mingche, are you eating grass roots again?

Cen Mingche: (smiling) Yes, Lao Li.It’s not easy to live like this.

Lao Li: (Sighing) Yes, this grassroots can only temporarily solve the problem of food and clothing. I really hope to have a good life.

Cen Mingche: You are right, Lao Li.However, there is no other way now.We don’t have much land for farming at home, and the supply exceeds demand.

Lao Li: Yes, the current situation is also unstable and always shrouded in war.I heard that people in the city live a very good life, and sometimes I really envy them.

Cen Mingche: (wry smile) We can only imagine life in the city.I heard that there are many delicious food in the city, but we can’t even get enough rice here.

Lao Li: Well, I hope things will get better in the future.Mingche, where is your dream?

Cen Mingche: (with firm eyes) My dream is to visit the city and see with my own eyes that world full of hope.I also want to learn knowledge and become a useful person.

Lao Li: (patting his shoulder encouragingly) Mingche, you can definitely realize your dream.You are smart and diligent, and one day you will change your destiny!

Cen Mingche: (looking at Lao Li gratefully) Thank you, Lao Li.You have always been a good friend to me.

(At this moment, another villager, named Xiao Wang, also came over.)

Xiao Wang: Hey, what are you two talking about?

Lao Li: We are talking about Mingche’s dream.

Cen Mingche: Yes, I want to change the status quo and live a better life.

Xiao Wang: (laughing sarcastically) City?Knowledge?Don’t you think this is too far away?We don’t even have enough to eat now, so what do we expect?

Cen Mingche: (said firmly) I know this is difficult, but I can't give up.I have to work hard to pursue the life I want.

Lao Li: Xiao Wang, everyone has his or her own dream.Mingche has his ideals, and we should support him.

Xiao Wang: (shaking his head) Forget it, why are you all so persistent?I'd better go find something to eat.

(After Xiao Wang left, Cen Mingche and Lao Li continued to chat.)

Cen Mingche: Lao Li, I know this road is difficult, but I can't stop.I will go on bravely, no matter what difficulties I encounter.

Lao Li: (laughing encouragingly) Very good, Ming Che!As long as you persist, your dreams will come true one day.

Cen Mingche: Well, I believe in myself, and thank you for always being by my side and supporting me.

(In the countryside of the 60s, Cen Mingche continued to eat grass roots and study hard with his firm belief. Although life was hard, he did not give up and used his own efforts to change his destiny. Gradually, he became one of the few talented people in the village. Cultural people also got some opportunities. In the end, he entered the city, realized his dream, became an influential figure, helped many people, and changed the destiny of himself and his hometown.)

(A few years later, Cen Mingche had established his own business in the city and returned to his former hometown. In front of the country house, he saw Lao Li, who still lived there.)

Cen Mingche: (walking towards Lao Li enthusiastically) Lao Li, long time no see!

Lao Li: (After recognizing Cen Mingche, he excitedly held his hand) Mingche, it’s you!After so many years of not seeing each other, you have become really awesome.

Cen Mingche: (laughing modestly) No, no, I’m just lucky and have some opportunities.And you, are you okay?

Lao Li: It’s still the same, living a hard life.However, I heard that you have achieved great success in the city.

Cen Mingche: Yes, I worked hard for many years and finally realized my dream back then.Now I come back to take a look and want to help some fellow villagers.

Lao Li: (looking at Cen Mingche gratefully) You are so kind, Mingche.Those of us who eat grass roots have no chance like you.

Cen Mingche: Don't say that, Lao Li.It’s not that I have forgotten my roots. I know that I once came here eating grass roots.It is precisely because of that experience that I cherish my current life more and hope to help more people change their destiny.

Lao Li: (nodding firmly) Mingche, you are right.Although we live under the grassroots, we also have dreams in our hearts.But sometimes, reality is too cruel.

Cen Mingche: (laughing gently) Yes, reality is indeed cruel.But I believe that as long as we don't give up and pursue hard, there will be a chance to change one day.

Lao Li: After listening to your words, I seem to have some confidence.Speaking of which, my child is quite smart, but it’s a pity that I don’t have money to send him to school.

Cen Mingche: Don't worry, Lao Li.I can help you give your children the opportunity to receive an education.

Lao Li: Really?Thank you so much, Mingche!

Cen Mingche: You're welcome, Lao Li.We are fellow villagers and we should help each other.

(Cen Mingche and Lao Li continued to chat. He promised Lao Li that he would help his children go to school and provide some support to improve the living conditions of the village. As time went by, Cen Mingche gradually launched a series of charitable undertakings in his hometown to help more people. Many people step out of the grassroots and change their destiny. He never forgets his difficult experience, always keeps his original intention in mind, and gives his success and happiness back to his hometown folks.)

(A few months later, Cen Mingche returned to the country house again and saw Lao Li's family working in the fields.)

Cen Mingche: (laughing happily) Lao Li, it’s really touching to see your family working together.

Lao Li: (waving to Cen Mingche to come over) Mingche, you’re here!Let's call it a day and sit down and talk.

(Cen Mingche and Lao Li’s family were sitting under the tree in front of the hut, enjoying a simple lunch.)

Cen Mingche: I heard that your child has successfully entered school. How is his study going?

Lao Li: Yes, thanks to your help, the child is now working hard in school and his grades are good.

Cen Mingche: Great, I'm very happy to hear the news.Education is the key to changing the future. If your children have the opportunity to learn, they will definitely develop better in the future.

Lao Li: Yes, I never thought that our children would have such an opportunity before. I am really grateful.

Cen Mingche: You're welcome, Lao Li.I have made some achievements in the city, and it has always been my inner wish to come back and help the folks in my hometown.

(At this moment, a villager came over in a panic.)

Villager: Lao Li, Mingche, come and see, a big convoy is coming to our village!