He Qunfang's favoritism towards her mother-in-law had reached an incomprehensible level, and the extent of that favoritism filled her with resentment and disappointment.
This made her even more grateful to her family.
Whenever they brought her nourishing foods, she no longer politely declined as she used to, and decided to eat well and supplement her nutrition for the baby in her womb.
These tonics not only improved He Qunfang's health, but also benefited the little guy Liu Feng.
In addition to his usual breast milk and rice porridge, he was finally able to taste some meat and soup.
At first, He Qunfang was worried that Liu Feng would have indigestion if he ate too much at once, so she was always careful and gradually increased the amount of food she fed him.
However, Liu Feng displayed an astonishing appetite, as if his little belly were a bottomless pit, capable of consuming any amount of food. Seeing her son eating with relish, He Qunfang was overjoyed.
Gradually, He Qunfang's complexion improved, becoming rosy and radiant. Liu Feng's small hands and feet also began to grow flesh, no longer appearing as skin and bones as before.
This made He Qunfang feel very gratified. She knew that her efforts and dedication were paying off, and her son's hands and feet were finally showing some improvement, no longer so frail, although the progress was slow.
Moreover, Liu Feng's physical strength is gradually increasing. He is now able to stand for a while and even move two or three steps.
Every time He Qunfang saw Liu Feng take a step forward, her heart was filled with hope.
Although he is still a toddler, he possesses the soul of an adult.
Therefore, in daily life, he behaved very well, never cried or made a fuss, and always played quietly on the side, which made He Qunfang feel very at ease.
Sometimes Liu Feng would sit cross-legged, contemplating the treasure gourd in his ancestral aperture, breathing in and out.
He Qunfang watched from the side, only thinking that her son was smart and cute, and did not notice anything unusual.
For Liu Feng, he vaguely sensed that the treasure gourd in his ancestral aperture was no ordinary object and would become the opportunity for him to soar to great heights in the future.
He carefully concealed this secret, knowing he had to wait for the right opportunity.
One sunny day, He Jun, He Qunfang's grandfather, came to her home.
As soon as he entered the door, he told He Qunfang and Liu Changqing that he planned to take Liu Feng to Wudang Mountain to find an old Taoist priest to examine the child's health.
He Jun was always worried that Liu Feng might have a hidden illness, especially since he noticed that although Liu Feng was well-behaved and sensible, his development was relatively slow, which filled him with anxiety.
He hoped to find a highly skilled person to examine Liu Feng's body and determine the cause of his developmental delay so that timely treatment could be provided to avoid future regrets.
He Qunfang and Liu Changqing both found He Jun's suggestion very reasonable and immediately agreed.
So, in the first rays of sunlight the next morning, He Jun and Liu Changqing took Liu Feng on a train to Wudang Mountain in Hubei Province.
Liu Feng sat in Liu Changqing's lap, his eyes curiously taking in the surrounding scenery, feeling both nervous and expectant.
Inside the carriage, as the green train slowly moved forward, He Jun recounted his experiences from his youth.
Liu Feng had never heard of these deeds in his previous life, including He Jun's eldest granddaughter, He Qunfang.
He Jun recounted these past events to remind Liu Changqing that there are many hidden talents among the Taoist priests in the world, and their strength and wisdom far exceed the imagination of ordinary people.
He hoped that Liu Changqing could understand that the old Taoist priest on Wudang Mountain might be the turning point in Liu Feng's life.
As He Jun began to speak, the other passengers in the carriage were gradually drawn over, and they all sat around him, listening intently.
Why do people rarely hear the legends of these Taoist priests?
Because these Taoist priests cultivate their character and are indifferent to fame and fortune, they often hide away from the hustle and bustle of the world.
Only in times of chaos will they step forward, demonstrating their extraordinary abilities to protect the country and its people.
There is a saying that goes: "In times of chaos, Bodhi does not concern himself with affairs, while Laozi carries his sword to save the common people."
For example, during the War of Resistance against Japan, many Taoist priests who had been living in seclusion in the mountains came out of the mountains to defend their homes and country, fighting the enemy on horseback and practicing Taoism on foot.
After the victory in the War of Resistance against Japan, these Taoist priests who had made great contributions in the war quietly retired, just as the saying goes, "Retire in times of prosperity and descend from the mountain in times of chaos."
He Jun particularly emphasized that "nine out of ten Taoists are doctors," meaning that Taoists have profound expertise in medicine.
For example, Zhang Zhongjing, the Sage of Medicine; Sun Simiao, the King of Medicine; Bian Que, the Divine Physician; Li Shizhen, the Sage of Medicine; Dong Feng, the founder of traditional Chinese medicine; and Ge Hong, the Master of Embracing Simplicity, were all Taoist priests.
He Jun then recounted his experience of meeting an old Taoist priest.
He Jun studied literature and martial arts from a young age and joined the army in his youth.
During a classified mission, he was betrayed, surrounded by the enemy, seriously wounded, and in grave danger.
Just when he was on the verge of death, an old Taoist priest stepped forward. He was highly skilled in martial arts and moved with lightning speed. He single-handedly saved He Jun from the brink of death.
What's even more admirable is that the old Taoist priest was not only highly skilled in martial arts, but also had superb medical skills, bringing people back to life with miraculous healing. If it weren't for the old Taoist priest's treatment, He Jun would have already lost his life.
After escaping danger, He Jun stayed in Wudang Mountain Town to recuperate. There, he met the old Taoist priest, and the two got along very well, becoming both teacher and friend.
He Jun couldn't help but marvel at the old Taoist's extraordinary martial arts and miraculous medical skills, feeling that this Taoist was like a god among mortals.
One day, He Jun asked the old Taoist priest a question: "Master, are there really people in this world who can cultivate Taoism and become immortals?"
Upon hearing this, the old Taoist priest smiled calmly: "Cultivating immortality and seeking longevity are recorded in the classics of Taoism. True immortality requires going through countless hardships and trials, and cannot be achieved without great perseverance and wisdom."
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