After crying, there were still some tears on Metien's face, and the atmosphere in the living room was still a bit awkward.
Neither brother nor sister spoke, perhaps because they didn't know what to say. Metien wanted to apologize, but for some reason, the words "I'm sorry" just couldn't come out. It was obviously not like this before; Linger didn't have any emotions.
, he was just thinking about one thing.
Mr. Yang Ke once thought that Metien's character was not enough to take on the important task of the resident pastor, so he entrusted this responsibility to his elder brother Lin Ge. However, in fact, perhaps due to the influence of his childhood experience, Lin Ge at that time
He preferred the life spent on campus. He thought that after graduation, he would continue to study, enter university for further study, and choose his favorite history subject until one day he would become a scholar, but he was displeased with standing on the altar and reciting to the believers.
The scriptures are of no interest.
After repeated struggles, he confessed the matter to Mr. Yang Ke, expecting to be scolded. Unexpectedly, after hearing this, the man was just stunned for a moment, and then a helpless smile appeared on his face: "Really?
Then there's no way."
He said this and shook his head, feeling a little regretful and also seeming to blame himself.
But Ringer didn't know why Mr. Yang Ke blamed himself. He was the one who should blame himself. As a son of a man, he couldn't respond to his adoptive father's expectations and repay him for adopting him and giving him food, clothing, shelter and family.
This kind of kindness can be described as ungrateful. Therefore, a selfish person like him may not be suitable to be a holy priest, let alone spread His gospel on behalf of the goddess.
Incredibly, Mr. Yang Ke seemed to have the power to see through people's hearts, so he immediately saw through Ringer's thoughts.
He chuckled, reached out and patted his adopted son on the shoulder, and said warmly: "Don't feel guilty, and don't blame yourself for this, Ringer, it is the happiest thing for parents when their children can speak their minds bravely. I
I won't force you to do anything. You are an independent person. You are a young bird that will eventually leave the protection of these wings and fly freely. When the storm comes, just do what you want to do. There is just one thing you need to be careful about.
Remember, don’t hurt others, and don’t hurt yourself.”
These are the two most common mistakes for all living beings in the world: either hurt others and make innocent people sad and shed tears; or hurt yourself and make your family and friends sad and shed tears. If a person can say openly and honestly, "I have never hurt anyone"
"Others have never hurt me", then he undoubtedly possesses unusual qualities in the world and is destined to live a perfect and flawless life. Therefore, these two seemingly simple sentences contain a profound meaning for Yang.
Mr. Ke’s most ardent hope for his adopted son.
"But," the boy who had not yet understood the truth hesitated, "What should we do about Tianxin Church?"
Should it be handed over to Metien?
Ringer knew very well that Metien was even less suitable to be a priest than he was because she was too kind and too pure, and faith was never such a kind and pure thing. Sometimes, it was coerced by society.
Change is something you can't help yourself.
"Yeah, what should I do?"
Mr. Yang Ke thought for a while and suddenly smiled heartily: "That's it."
Just like that, what does that mean?
Many years later, the young man who had succeeded his adoptive father as a pastor, but was forced to close the Tianxin Church due to a decree, would again think about the questions he had not understood in the past in the silent night, and gradually get his own answers.
He finally understood his adoptive father's mood at that time. The two of them had the same mood at different times, different backgrounds and different places. Therefore, even in the face of his sister's complaints and questions, he would not be angry at all. Medien said that he would not
The reason why he wants to reopen Tianxin Church is because he still complains that his adoptive father took away his dream, the dream of becoming a scholar. But in fact, this is a wrong idea, because since that conversation, the young man's life philosophy has changed.
Since then, he has been moving forward by following this philosophy without wavering at all: do what you want to do, but don't hurt other people, and don't hurt yourself.
Life, dreams, destiny, choices, beliefs, expectations, long-cherished wishes, longings, hopes... When the storm comes, the chicks leave the wings of their parents. Aren't they already prepared for it?
Although.
The young man sighed silently and thought to himself: I am really not suitable to be a pastor, Mr. Yang Ke.
…
Metien suddenly sniffed, and the sound was particularly clear in the quiet night. The half-burned candle indicated that the night was already halfway through. At this point, even Alice must have fallen asleep, right? The pink-haired little girl
He raised his hand and wiped his cheek carelessly with the back of his hand. After wiping away the remaining tears in the corners of his eyes, he opened his mouth hesitantly, as if he wanted to say something, but at this time, an unusual noise attracted the attention of the two brothers and sisters.
force.
They turned their heads almost at the same time, casting their gazes in the direction of the sound, and then they saw an erratic shadow gradually emerging from the corridor, like a ghost sleepwalking in the middle of the night, wandering into the living room.
While walking, he yawned: "Haha, I'm so tired. Sister Xiaoxia finally fell asleep. Fortunately, I didn't show any flaws... eh?"
Her eyes met the eyes of the two brothers and sisters in the living room, and her steps suddenly froze: "Lin, Linge, and Metien? Why are you here? Oh no, I mean, why don't you go yet?
sleeping?"
This is a good question. Lin Ge looked at Metien, who was sitting opposite. Metien also looked at Lin Ge, who was sitting opposite. The two of them pursed their lips in silence, and an awkward atmosphere filled the air again.
Come.
"What's this subtle feeling..."
Olivia murmured in a low voice. She looked at Metien and found traces of crying in the corners of the girl's eyes. Then she looked at Linge and found that Linge was also... well, Linge was nothing unusual. He was no different from usual.
But just for Metien to cry in front of his brother was already a big deal.
Since Alice was not present, the possibility of being bullied could basically be ruled out, so there was obviously only one answer. The wise Princess Bemang immediately saw through the truth: Ringer and Metien had a quarrel.
To be honest, she would rather not see through the truth.
Why did I happen to encounter such an embarrassing thing!!!
The princess screamed silently in her heart and wanted to turn away and leave, but her rationality told her that doing so would not solve the problem and would only make the situation more embarrassing.
Calm down, Olvera, calm down.
Let’s rely on the knowledge learned from books to get through the difficulties here! Yes, there are corresponding countermeasures in the book "Teaching You One Hundred Tips to Relieve Embarrassment", such as the 33rd tip: Pretend as if nothing has happened
Passing by! No, what's the difference between this and leaving directly? Then the fifty-sixth move: use physical means to directly deal with the person involved! Well, it seems that he can't beat Ringer, and he can't bully Metien, so forget it.
Alas, I have no choice but to resort to the ultimate trick.
Under the silent gaze of her brother and sister, the princess's face changed. After struggling for several minutes, she finally made up her mind. She took a deep breath, and when she raised her head again, there was a bright but beautiful smile on her face.
A slightly stiff smile: "Well, I can't sleep and want to go out and relax. Are any of you free to go with me?"
That’s right, the ultimate trick is: change the topic!
As long as no one brings up the previous topic, no one will be embarrassed!