chsdbacks Chapter 52 Zhenshan Relents and Entrusts the Care of His Granddaughter
Chapter 52 Zhenshan Relents and Entrusts the Care of His Granddaughter
Chapter 52 Zhenshan Relents and Entrusts the Care of His Granddaughter
I. The old man's gaze held a thousand layers of meaning.
Su Zhenshan sat upright on the edge of the kang (a heated brick bed), leaning slightly forward, his back still quite straight.
The old man took a slow breath, then turned his gaze to Su Wanjing beside him.
Wanjing lowered her head, her long eyelashes trembling slightly, her hands gripping the hem of her clothes tightly, her knuckles turning white.
She both hoped that her grandfather would agree and fulfill her and Shanhe's wishes, but she was also afraid of putting her grandfather in a difficult position and hurting the old man's feelings.
My heart was pounding, hanging in mid-air, and I even had to breathe very softly.
Looking at his beloved granddaughter, whom he had cherished since childhood, Su Zhenshan felt a sudden tenderness in his heart, overwhelmed with mixed emotions.
Our roots are here, our feelings are here, and our hearts are here.
Now, he wants his granddaughter to go with Chen Shanhe to the provincial capital, to that unfamiliar yet bustling place.
He couldn't bear to part with it, he couldn't let it go, and his heart felt like it was being tightly gripped by a hand, with waves of soreness and pain.
But having lived most of his life, he had seen many people and experienced many things, so he was insightful and never ambiguous in his judgment of people.
He also knew that Chen Shanhe was ambitious, capable, and determined, and was definitely not someone who would be confined to a small town and content with mediocrity.
Although Wanjing faced hardships and difficulties with him, she also had hope and a future.
If he acts out of selfishness and forcibly stops them, he will keep the two children trapped in this small town.
In the end, it will only ruin their lives, and it will become his fault as the grandfather.
The old man's lips trembled slightly, as if he wanted to say something, but then he swallowed it back.
The room was completely silent, so quiet that you could hear each other breathing; the atmosphere was heavy, like a stone pressing down on you.
Su Zhenshan remained silent for a long time before finally letting out a long sigh.
That sigh was deep and slow, containing reluctance, worry, concern, and a sense of relief after a struggle.
Poems as proof:
Gazing intently at the young man's figure,
A mix of emotions weighed heavily on my mind.
Reluctant to let his beloved grandson leave his homeland,
I pity my lofty ambitions, locked away in the dust of my hometown.
2. Finally speak out golden words and promise to travel far
Su Zhenshan slowly raised his eyes, his wrinkled eyes twitched slightly, and his gaze returned steadily to Chen Shanhe's face.
His Adam's apple bobbed slightly, as if he were swallowing a thousand regrets and worries. His voice was hoarse with age, but every word was steady and firm.
"Mountains and Rivers".
Chen Shanhe's heart tightened, and he immediately bowed his head, speaking with utmost respect: "Grandpa."
Su Zhenshan stared at him intently, his gaze solemn and profound, as if he were to encapsulate the weight of his entire life in this single sentence.
After a moment of silence, he finally spoke, uttering the words that everyone had been hoping for but dared not wait for.
"Grandpa agreed."
"I agree to let you take Wanjing to the provincial capital to make your way in the world."
This sentence was as light as a sigh, yet as heavy as a stone falling to the ground.
As soon as she finished speaking, Su Wanjing, who was standing next to her, trembled violently and froze.
She looked up abruptly, her eyes widening instantly, her eyes reddening in a flash, tears welling up and nearly rolling down her cheeks.
She bit her lower lip tightly to keep herself from crying out loud, her heart filled with joy, excitement, and emotion.
But she dared not cry, dared not interrupt, only dared to look at her grandfather and Chen Shanhe with tearful eyes, her whole body trembling slightly.
Su Zhenshan glanced at his granddaughter, his eyes softened for a moment, then darkened again, his tone becoming increasingly heavy.
Every word carries a lifetime of entrustment, and the deepest love an old man has for his granddaughter.
"My precious granddaughter grew up by my side since she was little. I cherish her like a precious gem, afraid she might fall if I held her in my hands or melt if I kept her in my mouth."
"I have never suffered hardship, never been wronged, and never left home."
"Today, I entrust her entire life to you."
"From this day forward, her joy, her sorrow, her warmth and cold, her peace and stability, her tears and her laughter will all be in your hands."
"You must cherish her dearly, protect her, and shield her from the storms of life."
"We cannot let her suffer the slightest grievance, we cannot let her shed tears alone, we cannot let her be helpless and alone."
The old man's voice was not loud, but it was as heavy as a thousand pounds; every word he spoke struck people's hearts with a heavy weight.
That was not a simple promise, but a lifelong entrustment and a lifelong responsibility.
Chen Shanhe felt a surge of warmth in his heart upon hearing this, his eyes instantly welled up with tears, and his chest heaved with emotion.
He bowed even deeper, almost to the extreme, his posture extremely respectful, his heart filled with solemnity and gratitude.
Poems as proof:
A promise weighs a thousand pounds.
Willing to let my beloved grandson accompany the traveler.
Don't say that the old folks in the village are indifferent.
A single word entrusted reveals true sincerity.
III. A Stern Admonition to Uphold the Original Aspiration
Su Zhenshan's gaze suddenly sharpened, all his previous gentleness vanished, and his expression abruptly became serious and solemn.
He frowned, the wrinkles at the corners of his eyes tightened, and his tone became serious, carrying an undeniable air of authority.
Those weathered eyes stared intently into Chen Shanhe's eyes, each word as sharp as if carved by a knife and axe, striking the heart with its force.
"Listen to me!"
With a deep shout, the room fell silent instantly, even the breathing became lighter.
"A man, when away from home, must uphold morality, integrity, and loyalty!"
"No matter how far you go, no matter how glorious your achievements, no matter how much of the world you see, there are three bottom lines that must never be crossed!"
Chen Shanhe felt a chill run down his spine and immediately straightened up, standing ramrod straight.
He listened intently, his eyes fixed on the screen, not daring to show the slightest negligence or relaxation.
Su Zhenshan slowly raised one hand, extending his thin but powerful fingers, and spoke with a clear and resounding voice.
"First, never forget your roots! You are from Qinglong Town; your roots are here, your feelings are here, and your conscience is here."
"Once you leave, no matter how well you do or how successful you become, you must not get carried away, you must not be arrogant, and you must not forget your roots!"
"Secondly, you must not change your mind! The provincial capital is bustling, full of temptations, and there are countless beautiful women. Your heart can only belong to Wanjing."
"My eyes can only see her, my heart can only hold her; no matter who tries to persuade or tempt me, I must not harbor even the slightest impure thoughts!"
"Third, you must not betray me! Wanjing is the darling of the Su family, and she is my beloved granddaughter, whom I, Su Zhenshan, have raised with great affection."
"If one day you wrong her, make her suffer, make her secretly shed tears, or leave her helpless and alone."
As the old man spoke, his voice suddenly rose, filled with sternness, fierceness, and a resolute protectiveness.
Even if I'm too old to walk, even if I only have one breath left, I will never let you off easily!
"The Su family cannot be bullied or betrayed! You must remember this!"
This admonition was stern, direct, and showed no mercy, yet every word was filled with the deepest love and protection for his granddaughter.
Chen Shanhe was shocked and tensed up when he heard this, feeling a heavy responsibility weighing on his shoulders.
He dared not utter a single word in response, but silently kept it in his heart, engraved it in his bones, and dared not forget it in the slightest.
Poems as proof:
Stern admonitions were given one after another.
Uphold morality, uphold conscience, and uphold affection.
Don't say that the old man is weak and powerless.
His determination to protect his grandson was unwavering.
IV. The mountains and rivers swear never to betray you.
Upon hearing this, Chen Shanhe's eyes welled up with tears, which almost rolled down his cheeks.
He suddenly bowed deeply and remained standing for a long time.
Then, he slowly straightened up, stretched out his hands, and tightly grasped Su Zhenshan's old but warm hands.
He gripped his palm tightly, his eyes were incredibly firm, and his voice, though choked with emotion, was resounding.
"grandfather!"
"Your entrustment and admonition today will be forever remembered by our mountains and rivers!"
"I, Chen Shanhe, swear to Heaven, swear to you, swear to the ancestors of the Su family!"
"In this life, I will never fail Wanjing, nor will I fail the Su family's trust!"
"I will dedicate my entire life to protecting her, ensuring her safety and well-being, and loving her unchangingly!"
"Whether in poverty or wealth, through trials and tribulations, my heart will never waver, and I will never betray your affections!"
"If she sheds tears, my heart is the first to be wet; if she suffers injustice, my body is the first to be hurt!"
"If I break this oath, may Heaven and Earth forbid me, may I be abandoned by both gods and men, and may I never find peace in this life!"
The vows were resounding and echoed throughout the room; every word came from the bottom of their hearts, and every sentence was full of sincerity.
Looking at the determination and sincerity in his eyes, Su Zhenshan's tense expression finally relaxed.
The old man nodded slightly, the worry in his eyes gradually turning into relief and approval.
Su Wanjing stood to the side, tears silently streaming down her face, but a relieved smile appeared on her lips.
All worries and anxieties vanished at this moment.
A trust made, a vow made for life, two hearts forever bound together.
Poems as proof:
He bowed deeply and swore with sincere devotion.
A promise is a promise, and I will never betray you.
Though we are separated by vast distances, we share a common journey.
A lifetime of companionship, a lifetime of love.