chsdbacks Chapter 88 Seeking a Home and Settlement
Chapter 88 Seeking a Home and Settlement
Chapter 88 Seeking a Home and Settlement
I. Longing for a peaceful home after a long and arduous journey
Chen Shanhe strolled slowly through the crisscrossing streets and alleys of the provincial capital, his brows and eyes showing a faint weariness from a long day of making house calls.
He stood tall and composed, his fingertips hanging naturally, his gaze calmly sweeping over the pedestrians and vehicles passing by on the street.
Having traveled far and wide seeking medical treatment, living a nomadic life with no fixed abode and resting along the way, he had long been weary of this wandering, rootless existence.
Su Wanjing stayed quietly by his side, her steps light and gentle, her warm and gentle eyes often falling softly on Chen Shanhe.
Her brows betrayed an unconcealable heartache, and beneath that lay a heart full of sincere longing. She pursed her delicate lips slightly and spoke softly and slowly.
His tone was soft and gentle, every word and sentence came from the heart, full of understanding and a desire for reassurance.
"Shanhe, we have come all the way from rural towns, traveling and making house calls every day, all over the country."
"Wherever we went, we would find temporary lodging; there was never a place where we could settle down with peace of mind."
"Now that the apprenticeship of the two disciples has been finalized, the outpatient visits to various parts of the provincial capital have also come to a successful conclusion."
"We can't keep wandering around like this, constantly living without a fixed abode and borrowing places to stay. It's not a long-term solution."
Murong Fangxiang walked beside the two of them. Upon hearing this, she immediately turned her face, a bright and friendly smile spreading across her face.
She raised her hand to gently gather the fabric of her dress, which had been ruffled by the breeze. Her eyes were clear and bright, and she readily took over the conversation, agreeing with her.
"What Miss Wanjing said makes perfect sense. We are constantly moving around, always looking for places to stay, and we can never settle down."
"I know that you two have a simple and elegant nature, and you dislike the hustle and bustle of the city. You prefer quiet and peaceful places."
"You don't need to worry about this. I've already been quietly looking around for suitable houses and residences."
Zhou Deshan and Xu Jingming followed respectfully at the back of the group, bowing and walking slowly with humble and respectful expressions. They quickly followed suit and echoed each other's words.
"Master and Miss Wanjing have traveled a long and arduous journey, working tirelessly day and night to practice medicine. They really deserve to find a peaceful place to rest."
"Settle down and live a peaceful life, no longer needing to travel and suffer every day."
"From now on, the two of us will follow our master to learn medicine and practice medicine. We will be able to study medical principles nearby without having to travel long distances."
Chen Shanhe listened quietly to the heartfelt words of the people beside him, and slowly raised his eyes to look at the houses and courtyards scattered in the distance.
He remained silent for a moment, the weariness in his eyes slowly fading, and then he nodded gently.
With a calm and composed expression and a steady and peaceful voice, he slowly and deliberately revealed his true feelings.
"After a long period of wandering and constant movement, one's body and mind are exhausted, and it is time to find a quiet and elegant courtyard."
"To settle down and take root in this world, to study traditional Chinese medicine with a peaceful mind, to recuperate my body and mind, and to no longer wander aimlessly."
As evidenced by the poem
Half a lifetime spent wandering, treading through wind and dust.
Drifting aimlessly, without roots.
My heart yearns for a quiet and peaceful place.
All I ask for is the warmth of fireworks.
II. Seeking a suitable residence through multiple channels
Murong Fangxiang was efficient and decisive. She immediately set off, wandering through the streets and alleys of the provincial capital to inquire about the situation.
She would softly inquire about available courtyard houses from everyone she met, her eyes smiling and her words humble, her every move graceful and proper.
Su Wanjing also accompanied them on the visit, carefully examining the interior layout of each house she visited.
Her brows furrowed and relaxed slightly at times, her gaze carefully sweeping over the houses and courtyard, silently weighing the pros and cons in her heart.
The group visited several residences in succession. The first one was located on the side of a bustling street, where the noise of carriages and people never ceased.
Chen Shanhe stepped into the courtyard, stood there for only a moment, then gently shook his head, his eyes full of displeasure.
"The hustle and bustle of the city is too distracting. It's too noisy here to concentrate on studying medical principles. It's not suitable."
The second residence was remote and dilapidated, with mottled and cracked walls, and rotten and drafty roof beams inside the house, having been abandoned for a long time.
Su Wanjing pushed open the door and walked into the house. Seeing the dilapidated scene, she couldn't help but sigh softly, her face showing regret.
Zhou Deshan reached out and touched the loose wall, then slowly shook his head and began to speak.
"The courtyard is dilapidated and difficult to repair. It is remote, desolate, and sparsely populated, making it inconvenient to live there."
The group walked and stopped along the way, and each house they saw had its flaws, but they were unable to find a place that suited their taste.
The group remained calm and composed, patiently searching and comparing, seeking only a quiet and tidy courtyard to find peace of mind.
As evidenced by the poem
Searching the city streets for a suitable residence
Neither bustling city centers nor deserted houses are suitable.
Choose a quiet and secluded spot to calm your mind.
Just to secure a place to stand on the ladder.
III. The small courtyard with blue bricks suits my taste
The group bypassed the bustling main street and walked to a quiet and secluded alleyway.
From afar, you can see a neat little courtyard with blue bricks and gray tiles, with clean and tidy walls and an elegant and simple gate.
Murong Fangxiang paused, her eyes lighting up instantly. She immediately turned to the crowd and spoke softly.
"Look at this courtyard! It's in a quiet, peaceful location, and the layout is just right!"
Su Wanjing quickly stepped forward, gently pushed open the wooden door, and a warm feeling instantly welled up in her eyes as she looked at the door.
The courtyard is clean and tidy, paved with blue bricks. The courtyard is open and spacious, not crowded or messy, and exudes tranquility.
There is also a vacant lot in the courtyard, which is perfect for drying and processing Chinese herbal medicines. It is a unique and very suitable place.
Chen Shanhe slowly walked into the courtyard, looked around, and finally a faint smile appeared on his peaceful face.
He slowly walked to the center of the courtyard, looked around, and spoke calmly.
"Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, the courtyard is neat and quiet, neither extravagant nor shabby, just what I wanted."
Zhou Deshan and Xu Jingming walked into the courtyard, looked around, nodded repeatedly, and their faces were full of joy.
"This little courtyard is quiet and secluded, perfect for both living and practicing medicine; it couldn't be more suitable!"
Su Wanjing stood under the corridor, her eyebrows curved, her gentle face full of a contented and at ease expression.
My heart, which had been wandering for many days, finally found peace and settled down at this moment, without any more feeling of being adrift.
As evidenced by the poem
The courtyard is quiet and deep with green bricks and black tiles.
The courtyard is quiet and untouched by dust.
Away from the hustle and bustle, the mind finds peace.
A small courtyard offers a place for leisure.
IV. The dust settles and roots are firmly established.
With the house settled, everyone breathed a sigh of relief, and their faces showed expressions of relief and ease.
Su Wanjing walked gently to the tree in the courtyard, raised her hand to brush away the dust that clung to the hem of her clothes, her eyes gentle and serene.
The fatigue from days of traveling vanished the moment I saw this little courtyard.
Murong Fangxiang clapped her hands with a smile, her eyes bright and cheerful, her tone full of joy.
"We've finally found a place that suits your taste. From now on, the two of you will no longer have to wander around aimlessly."
Chen Shanhe stood in the center of the courtyard, looking at the peaceful residence before him, his mind at ease and his eyes calm and resolute.
From then on, they bid farewell to their wandering and constant borrowing, and finally had a stable home of their own in the provincial capital.
Zhou Deshan and Xu Jingming stood side by side, bowing slightly to Chen Shanhe with respectful and sincere expressions.
"With Master settled down, we will have a safe place to go when we become his disciples, learn his skills, and travel with him for medical consultations."
The group exchanged glances, their eyes filled with warmth. Having traveled together and accompanied each other all the way, they finally settled safely in the provincial capital.
From now on, I will rise early to study medicine and collect herbs, and sit quietly to cultivate myself in the evening. I will practice medicine and save lives, living a peaceful and tranquil life.
From then on, he had a place to live in the provincial capital, a place to practice medicine, and a haven for his heart. His wandering journey came to a perfect end.
As evidenced by the poem
After weathering many storms, it finally settles down.
A peaceful and quiet courtyard where mornings and evenings pass by.
The provincial capital has since become a place of stability.
Practicing medicine to help the world and bring warmth to ordinary people.