Xia Liang's life gradually settled into a routine. At school, she won the praise of her teachers and classmates with her excellent grades and positive attitude. In class, she listened attentively, actively answered questions, and diligently completed her homework, constantly consolidating and expanding her knowledge. She deeply understood that academic achievement was a crucial foundation for her life; only by laying a solid foundation could she provide more possibilities for future development.
In her spare time, Xia Liang continues to write. She incorporates her daily life experiences, her thoughts on learning, and her aspirations for the future into her novels. Her second novel, "Traveling to Ancient Times with a Space," quickly surpassed the popularity of her first novel upon release, gaining widespread love and acclaim from readers. With its unique subject matter, captivating plot, and vivid character descriptions, this work transports readers to a fantastical ancient world, allowing them to experience the protagonist's adventures and growth.
With the novel's immense popularity, Xia Liang earned a substantial amount of royalties and profit sharing. This income not only made her more financially secure but also provided her with more resources to pursue her dreams. She used the money to improve her grandparents' living conditions, providing them with a more comfortable house and better medical care and services. At the same time, she also purchased books, stationery, and electronic devices for her studies and writing, giving her greater support for her creative work.
Xia Liang's reputation soared with the success of her novel. Not only within literary circles, her name became increasingly well-known, but the general public also developed a strong sense of curiosity and admiration for this young author. She was invited to various literary events, lectures, and book signings, interacting face-to-face with readers and sharing her writing experiences and life insights. In these events, Xia Liang consistently displayed humility, politeness, sincerity, and enthusiasm, leaving a deep impression on everyone.
Furthermore, more directors and film companies approached her, hoping to adapt Xia Liang's novels into television series or movies. Xia Liang was happy to collaborate with them, knowing that this would not only allow her work to reach a wider audience but also provide viewers with a richer and more diverse audiovisual experience. She actively participated in every aspect of the adaptation process, from script polishing to on-set guidance, pouring her heart and soul into every detail to ensure the film perfectly captured the essence of the novel.
With the success of these two novels, Xia Liang has not only earned a fortune in the literary and film industries, but has also gained the love and support of countless readers and viewers. She has proven her worth through her talent and hard work, earning herself even greater opportunities for development. However, Xia Liang is not content with this. She knows that her creative journey is still long, and many more stories await her exploration and telling. She will continue to strive, constantly surpass herself, and create more excellent works, bringing more surprises and emotions to readers and viewers.
Every holiday, Xia Liang meticulously plans a trip, taking her grandparents on a journey to see the beautiful landscapes of their country and experience the local customs and cultures. She knows that her grandparents worked hard for the family when they were young and rarely had the opportunity to travel. Now that their living conditions have improved, she wants to make up for their regrets and let them enjoy life and broaden their horizons.
Xia Liang would research travel guides online in advance, selecting travel routes and attractions suitable for seniors. Considering her grandparents' health, she avoided overly strenuous itineraries and tried to choose destinations with convenient transportation and well-developed facilities. She would book hotels and tickets in advance to ensure comfortable accommodations and smooth travel.
Throughout the trip, Xia Liang always took meticulous care of her grandparents. She prepared ample medicine and daily necessities for them and constantly monitored their health and needs. At each scenic spot, she patiently explained the historical background and cultural significance of the place, helping them better understand and appreciate the beautiful natural scenery and cultural landscapes.
Seeing her grandparents' expressions of amazement as they stood before famous mountains and rivers, lingering in quaint ancient towns, and enjoying the gentle sea breeze, Xia Liang felt a surge of accomplishment and happiness. She knew these wonderful experiences would become precious memories for her grandparents, enriching their later years.
Besides enjoying the beautiful scenery, Xia Liang also places special emphasis on letting her grandparents sample local delicacies. She takes them to specialty restaurants to try authentic dishes they've never tasted before. Seeing the satisfied smiles on her grandparents' faces as they savor the food brings Xia Liang immense joy. She hopes that through these culinary experiences, her grandparents can experience the charm of different regional cultures and have their taste buds enjoy a completely new experience.
During the trip, Xia Liang encouraged her grandparents to interact with the locals and learn about their customs and lifestyles. She hoped that through these exchanges, they could broaden their horizons and experience the unique charm of different regional cultures. She also stayed by their side, listening to their reflections and recording their interesting stories and insights from the trip.
These holiday trips not only enriched Grandpa and Grandma's lives but also deepened the bond between Xia Liang and them. During their travels, they shared many unforgettable moments, countless laughs, and supported each other through the difficulties and challenges of the journey. These beautiful memories will become a precious spiritual treasure for their family, forever etched in their hearts.
Sometimes, Grandpa and Grandma would take Xia Liang back to their old rural hometown to visit their surviving elders. For them, their hometown was not only the land that gave them birth and nurtured them, but also a place that held countless memories and deep affection. Although living conditions were better in the city, the simplicity of the countryside and the warmth of family ties remained an inseparable part of their hearts.
However, in the countryside, there were also some people who had previously looked down on their family. These people thought that Xia Liang's grandparents were now childless, since their son and daughter-in-law had passed away, leaving only Xia Liang as their granddaughter. In their eyes, Xia Liang's family seemed to have no one to rely on and had become an easy target for bullying. They might gossip behind their backs, or even deliberately make things difficult for or belittle Xia Liang's grandparents on certain occasions.
But Xia Liang and her grandparents were not discouraged or deterred. They knew that true family affection and dignity are not maintained by the approval of others, but defended by their own efforts and perseverance. Xia Liang won the respect and admiration of others through her success and talent. Her grandparents also maintained their kindness and strength, influencing and changing those around them with their actions and attitudes.
When Xia Liang returns to her hometown, she makes a point of visiting those who had treated her family badly in the past, treating them with respect and forgiveness. She uses sincerity and kindness to resolve any misunderstandings, showing them the tolerance and generosity of her family. At the same time, she also helps the elders in the countryside, doing what she can to help them, such as chatting with them, helping with housework, and bringing them daily necessities.
Gradually, those who had once looked down on their family began to change their attitudes. They saw the kindness and resilience of Xia Liang's family, and Xia Liang's achievements in literature and film, and began to genuinely respect and admire them. They realized that Xia Liang's family line had not ended, but rather had a brighter and more promising future. Xia Liang's success and talent were a direct inheritance and continuation of her grandparents' excellent qualities.
In the countryside, Xia Liang and her grandparents earned the respect and love of their fellow villagers through their hard work and perseverance. They proved with their actions that with love, dreams, and persistence, one can create a wonderful life. At the same time, their story inspires young people in the countryside, showing them not to be bound by current difficulties, but to bravely pursue their dreams and create a bright future for themselves.
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