
In a remote village of Hubei, a modest tofu‑maker named Lian lives with his wife Pan and their young daughter Jie’er. Though barely making ends meet, the family is known far and wide for opening their humble home to anyone in need—offering food, warmth, and a listening ear to the hungry and the cold. Their simple philosophy holds that true wealth lies not in titles or riches but in the sincerity of one’s deeds, a belief that guides every choice they make.
One bitter winter night a fierce snowstorm blankets the countryside, and a ragged stranger, shivering and barefoot, appears at their doorstep. Moved by his plight, Lian insists he stay, sharing hot tea and a modest meal despite their own scarcity. Unbeknownst to them, the visitor carries an air of otherworldly purpose, hinting that the couple’s quiet generosity may set in motion events far beyond their ordinary lives. This tale gently weaves folk wisdom with a touch of the supernatural, inviting listeners to contemplate the ripple effects of simple kindness.
Language
zh
Duration
~1 hours (93K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2008-12-03
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
Some of literature’s most enduring voices come to us without a confirmed name. “Anonymous” stands for storytellers whose identities were never recorded, were deliberately concealed, or were lost over time.
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