Transmigration: Becoming the Wicked Stepmother of Four Children

Chapter 158 The Spirit of Bamboo

Dinner is over.

Chunlan and Xiahe were in charge of cleaning up the dishes and tidying up the kitchen.

Qiuju and Dongmei were in charge of tidying up the house.

Several people divided the work and cooperated.

No one needed to give any instructions.

A few people can get everything done.

Lu Qingqing shook her head helplessly.

These girls are so diligent!

This is all thanks to my mother for sending them to me.

As he thought about it, the corners of his mouth turned up.

I couldn't help but laugh.

Daya and Erya stood around the three large bags of things.

Curious, I asked:

"Father, Mother,"

What exactly is inside?

We want to see.

Lin Erzhu deliberately kept everyone in suspense:

"What's the rush? You'll find out soon enough."

Daya tugged at Lin Erzhu's sleeve:

"Father, please stop keeping me in suspense."

Tell us quickly!

Er Ya also acted coquettishly from the side:

"Yes, Father, please."

Wang Xiuxiu said with a smile:

"Honey, stop teasing the children."

"Open it quickly and let them see."

Lin Erzhu responded and began to open the bundle.

When the bundle was opened, it was filled with a dazzling array of items.

He first took out a box of exquisite rouge and face powder.

Then she took out a box of lip rouge.

He handed it to Lu Qingqing and said:

"Qingqing, this was chosen for you by your sister-in-law."

They said I'll be attending many events in the future.

"You need to dress up nicely."

Lu Qingqing happily accepted it.

"Thank you, second brother; thank you, sister-in-law."

Then, Lin Erzhu took out a brand new long gown.

Smiling, he said to Lin Qingshan:

"Dad, these are the new clothes I bought for you."

He looks very smart in his clothes.

Lin Qingshan nodded in satisfaction.

Then came the new clothes and headdress for Shuang'er.

It's pink and tender, and very cute.

Lin Erzhu said:

"Shuang'er will look like a fairy in this outfit."

Shuang'er was overjoyed to see her favorite pink dress and pink hair accessories.

She said happily

"Thank you, Second Uncle and Second Aunt."

Daya and Erya eagerly came over.

"Dad, are there any for us?"

Lin Erzhu took out their clothes and headdresses and said:

"Yes, yes, Da Ya and Er Ya, these are yours."

See if you like it?

The two sisters looked at the dresses that were almost identical to Shuang'er's.

He clapped his hands excitedly.

"These are Shitou, Ermao, and Sanmao's new clothes."

They can wear it when they go home for vacation.

Lin Erzhu spoke as he took things out.

Wang Xiuxiu watched from the side, her eyes suddenly lighting up.

Lin Erzhu seemed to have a telepathic connection with him.

I took out a packet of sweet and sour candied fruit and handed it to her, saying:

"Xiuxiu, this is your favorite food."

Wang Xiuxiu accepted it with a happy expression.

At this moment, Lin Yunlan walked in.

Lin Erzhu smiled and took out a set of exquisite saddles.

Said:

"Yunlan, this is your saddle."

"Riding horses will be more comfortable from now on."

Lin Yunlan's eyes were filled with surprise and joy as she excitedly said:

"Thank you so much, Second Brother and Second Sister-in-law!"

Finally, Lin Erzhu took out his new clothes.

He gestured and examined himself.

He said with a smile:

Haha, I have new clothes too!

This is mine.

The family watched Lin Erzhu's happy face.

They all burst into laughter.

Subsequently,

Daya and Erya then surrounded Lu Qingqing, drawing the Four Gentlemen of Flowers.

Plum blossoms, orchids, bamboo, and chrysanthemums gradually took shape in Lu Qingqing's hands.

Lu Qingqing first sketched the image of plum blossoms blooming proudly in the snow.

Those winding branches, dotted with red plum blossoms,

It seemed to exude a faint fragrance.

Daya stared intently, her eyes unblinking.

He muttered to himself:

"Auntie, the plum blossoms you painted are really beautiful."

Lu Qingqing smiled and continued painting orchids.

"I'm going to start painting orchids now."

Lu Qingqing first drew the slender leaves of the orchid.

When painting the delicate flowers of the orchid,

The orchids in Lu Qingqing's paintings are elegant and refined.

It exudes an extraordinary and refined aura.

Er Ya couldn't help but clap her hands:

"Auntie, your painting looks just like real flowers!"

Although I've never seen what an orchid looks like.

But I really like the one you drew.

Then Lu Qingqing started painting bamboo.

She painted the bamboo to be tall and slender.

Rising steadily,

The emerald green color seemed to leap off the paper.

Daya and Erya were completely absorbed in watching.

Even Lin Yunlan was deeply attracted by the painting of bamboo.

The last flower I drew was a chrysanthemum.

The chrysanthemums in Lu Qingqing's painting are golden and radiant.

Clustered together, the flowers are breathtakingly beautiful.

After finishing her drawing, Lu Qingqing smiled and looked at Daya and Erya:

"Alright, the plum blossoms, orchids, bamboo, and chrysanthemums are all finished."

If you embroider like this, it will definitely look beautiful.

Da Ya and Er Ya nodded quickly.

"Thank you, Auntie. We'll definitely embroider it well."

As soon as he finished speaking, the two girls took out the drawing paper.

I was overjoyed and ready to go back and try it.

Lu Qingqing watched their cheerful figures as they walked away.

A gentle smile appeared on her lips.

Wang Xiuxiu said with a smile:

Look how happy these two kids are!

Qingqing, we'll head back now.

Help them tidy up the embroidery threads.

Lu Qingqing said with a smile,

"Sister-in-law, you should get some rest too, and take care of yourself."

Wang Xiuxiu turned around and replied:

"Okay, Qingqing, let's go back."

Lu Qingqing smiled and nodded.

They watched Wang Xiuxiu and Lin Erzhu leave.

A gentle night breeze blew by.

Turning around, I met Lin Yunlan's deep gaze.

She said, pretending to be joking:

"Yunlan, why are you looking at me like that?"

Could it be that you're captivated by my beauty?

Upon hearing this, Lin Yunlan immediately averted his gaze.

He coughed awkwardly twice.

"Cough...cough..."

I just thought your drawing was really beautiful.

I was momentarily stunned.

Lu Qingqing readily agreed:

Do you like plum blossoms, orchids, bamboo, and chrysanthemums?

I'll send you one when I get back.

Lin Yunlan said:

"I like the bamboo you painted."

Lu Qingqing smiled understandingly and said:

"You have a good eye; the bamboo is indeed excellent."

I also like bamboo.

Not only do I like its appearance,

I especially admire the spirit of bamboo.

Lin Yunlan didn't quite understand.

He asked in confusion:

"The spirit of bamboo?"

Lu Qingqing's eyes were bright as she patiently explained:

Yes, bamboo grows silently in the barren mountains and wilderness.

Whether it's peaks and ridges,

It's still all ravines and gullies.

It can survive tenaciously in adversity with unwavering perseverance.

It endures the lash and torment of wind, frost, snow, and rain throughout the year.

But it remained steadfast and unwavering in its commitment.

Moreover, bamboo grows in a very unique way.

It didn't seem to grow much in the past few years,

It's actually about putting down roots; once the foundation is solid...

It will grow rapidly and soar into the sky.

This tells us that great things come from small beginnings.

Enough has been accumulated and refined.

It will naturally lead to an explosion and growth.

One should be like bamboo, staying true to oneself and unafraid of wind and rain.

Isn't this a spirit that deserves our utmost respect?

Lin Yunlan nodded thoughtfully:

"I see, now that you explain it, Qingqing..."

I have gained a new understanding of bamboo.

Lu Qingqing smiled and said:

Therefore, one should be like bamboo in conduct.

One must have one's own principles and convictions.

This spirit constantly inspires me.

It allows me to remain resilient and unyielding when facing difficulties.

Lin Yunlan looked at Lu Qingqing,

His eyes were full of admiration:

"Qingqing, I never expected you to have such insights."

That really impressed me.

Lu Qingqing tilted her head slightly.

"Actually, I think if we could all be like bamboo, we could emulate its spirit."

He can succeed at whatever he does.

Lin Yunlan nodded, looking at her intently.

"Qingqing, you are absolutely right."

If everyone could be as resilient as bamboo...

Endure loneliness and accumulate knowledge quietly.

Why worry that great things cannot be accomplished?

Lu Qingqing's eyes were firm.

"So, Yunlan,"

We should take this as an example.

Strive to pursue your dreams.

Lin Yunlan replied:

"Yes, with your words in mind, I will definitely work even harder."

Let us not fail to live up to the inspiration that bamboo brings us.

Lu Qingqing smiled slightly.

"Then let's supervise each other and make progress together."

Lin Yunlan laughed heartily.

"Okay, it's a deal!"

A gentle breeze was blowing.

The two figures looked exceptionally beautiful under the moonlight.