Long Street Old Dream

The confrontation scene in the purple bamboo forest vividly depicts the characters' personalities. The "hardness" of Yang Shulin is the sharp sword of rules, which neatly restrains Lei Cong, who is blackmailing in ghost skin; the "softness" of Zhu Yajian is the warm wind of salvation. The sentence "Ghosts are born from the heart, and thieves are born from fear" exposes Lei Cong's cowardice concealed by disguise. The moment Lei Cong fell to the ground and cried bitterly was the moment when the pretense was broken. This made me realize: The most difficult thing for people to defeat is themselves who dare not face their mistakes. Only by taking off the disguise and facing it honestly can we truly reconcile with ourselves.

Chapter 182 Highlights 1. Image echo: Xiao Gu's crazy state when licking the eel's blood echoes the life-threatening feeling of the "paper man knocking on the tiles", which strengthens the central role of the eel's blood in the case. 2. Rhythm control: From the tension of solving puzzles, to the relaxation at the dinner table, to the melancholy of remembering, the rhythm is relaxed and moderate, allowing readers to be firmly attracted by the ups and downs of emotions. 3. Deepening of the foreshadowing: Zhu Zihong's "good guy" setting contrasts with the strange knocking on the door, suggesting that there is a hidden secret to the incident that year, laying key foreshadowing for the subsequent plot.

Chapter 186 "Animal Traces Reveal Mysteries" The puzzle of paper man knocking on tiles is finally solved! The eel's blood lures the leopard cat to make strange noises, and the rumors confuse people's minds. The red duck discovers the double-edged illusion, and even leads to the old murder case of Qiying's death. The tsundere orange cat adds to the cuteness, the foreshadowing of the old case has been buried, and the truth behind the scenes is waiting to be revealed! The core message of this chapter.       📖 1 ：""，， 2. Key clues: Zhu Yajian confirmed the inference through experiments, and thus pointed the clues to the old case of "the death of seven infants", believing that this was not a curse or divine punishment, but a murder. 3. Interesting episode: The orange cat Xiaogu lost his temper because everyone did not take him with him to "solve the case". In the end, he was "bought" by a bowl of eel meat, showing his cute and arrogant side. ✨ Extraction of key information 1. Modus operandi: using eel blood as a guide, cinnabar as a matchmaker, paper as a shell, and tile cracks as a bureau. 2. Core trick: wild instinct + psychological suggestion, forming a closed loop of "abnormal noise-fear-closure-shadow". 3. Plot trend: This chapter completely solves the suspense of "Paper Man Knocking on Tiles", and leads to the deeper murder case of "Seven Infants Died in Infancy", laying the groundwork for the subsequent plot.

The plot setting of the article is unique, the story development is interlocking, the logic is strict, and there are no flaws. The advancement of each plot is just right, pushing the story to the climax.

Core Plot Gelaohui Ceremony and Family Law: Opening the Shantang: The secret ceremony marking the establishment of the Xinshantang. There are two types of opening a Xiangtang: Newcomers joining: they need to go through the four procedures of "favor, commitment, guarantee and introduction". Enforcement of family law: Punishment methods include beating with a red stick, being deposed, three swords and six eyes, being buried alive, and nailing the doorkeeper alive. Contact information: Members must memorize gestures and lingo, otherwise they may be killed. Key Conflict Identity of the young man: Yang Wanli speculates that the arrested young man is a member of Ge Lao Hui Yao Man Tang, whose subordinate branch "Qingzhuzhi" specializes in secret liaison. Government Crisis: After the young man was arrested, Yang Shulin was worried about his fate, but his father Yang Wanli severely stopped him from getting involved in the disputes between the rivers and lakes. Scene and foreshadowing Farewell on a rainy night: The five people were caught in the rain when they left the restaurant. The shopkeeper Zhou Fei gave him a coir raincoat as a posthumous gift. There was a hidden temptation in his words (asking about his destination "Yangjiacun"), and his expression was subtle. Zhu Yajian's warning: "Life is like a boat" to persuade Yang Shulin not to interfere with other people's cause and effect, implying that the world is sinister. Hidden clues Zhou Fei is unusual: his reaction to "Yangjiacun" is vague, which may be related to the subsequent plot development. The young man's entrustment: Looking back silently when he was arrested, it seemed that there was a foreshadowing of unfinished business.

Although Yang Wanli is not a central figure in "Old Dreams on the Long Street", as a highly respected poet and spiritual leader, his important deeds are mainly reflected in two aspects: "improvisation of poems to unite people's hearts" and "poetry to symbolize wisdom". He improvised "Qinyuanchun Yangcun Night Banquet" at a banquet held by villagers to celebrate Yuan Jing's victory. He used "Yangcun Night Banquet, torches held high, and joyful tours in the grain field" to depict the lively scene. He also praised Yuan Jing's bravery with "Yuan Jing is a hero, riding alone on a flat slope, burning down the fox demon's lair." His passionate lyrics won the applause of the whole house and became an important link to unite the villagers and boost morale. In addition, as a poetic and heroic talent, his image symbolizes the role of wisdom and spiritual leader in the hearts of the villagers, further strengthening his cultural influence in the story.

"Miscellaneous Rain Gives Us" The Guang'an Ancient Road, filled with mist and rain, hides the most touching righteousness in the world. The moment when Zhu Ya saw that he was about to speak but stopped, it was the wall of love built by the warm words; the cold gaze that Yang Shulin turned around and met was the sincerity of young Luo Chao who came with injuries. A volume of books supports the lives of everyone in the Ge Lao congregation; a copper coin engraved with "This is the meaning" ties the green bamboo branch to the Yang family. Shopkeeper Zhou Fei's coir raincoat hides a temptation, and the place of origin he teased out during the conversation and laughter is the web that Ge Laohui has woven in the market, and all three religions and nine schools are influenced by it. Luo Chao knelt down on one knee and bowed, and the heavy amount of coins in his hand made this encounter in the mist and rain become a testimony of our mutual loyalty. What Yang Shulin bowed down to accept was not only a token, but also a promise of gold from the world. The rain curtain engulfed the figure, and the lonely man passed over the mountains. The friendship forged in the mist and rain was as gentle as copper coins, and it was polished with eternal light in the years.

Chapter 113 of the novel "Old Dreams on the Long Street" "Mist and Rain Gifts Loyalty", I feel that the loyalty of the world is hidden in the mist and rain, and even more so in the hearts of the people. Seeing the tenderness of Zhu Ya who hesitated to speak, the magnanimity of Yang Shulin handing out the book, the sincerity of young Luo Chao who came from the injury, rubbing the word "righteousness" into the rain curtain of Guang'an. Shopkeeper Zhou Fei's coir raincoat hides a temptation, and the market network woven by Brother Laohui was originally a situation of tightness, but because of a copper coin engraved with "This is the meaning", it turned into a bond of sympathy. What Yang Shulin bowed down to accept was not only a token, but also the weight of a promise worth a thousand pieces of gold in the world. Gu Hong passed over the ridge, and the rain engulfed his figure. There was no flash of sword or shadow in this chapter, but the warmth of chivalry left the deepest imprint in the mist and rain.

After reading the ninth chapter of the novel "Old Dreams on the Long Street", "Reincarnation of Cause and Effect", I felt quite inspired. Everything in the world has a cause and effect, and every word and action is a mark. The story in this chapter explains this truth thoroughly. After several reincarnations, Zhu Yajian always kept his promise to his old friend and refused to betray his true heart, despite the temptations of glory and wealth, and despite the temporary fluctuations in his heart. This persistence finally allowed him to get what he wanted. The so-called reincarnation of cause and effect is never an empty destiny, but the outcome created by the original thoughts, words and deeds. An oath weighs a thousand pounds, a promise is a cause and effect, and a single thought is a bond for life after life. This also made me understand that as a person, you should stick to your true heart, value friendship and justice, have a goal in your heart, and stop in your actions. Only by sowing good thoughts and perseverance can you reap a successful return. The most precious thing in the world is never the vanity and fame, but the firmness and sincerity to keep one's heart.

Core Conflict: Zhu Yajian noticed that the influence of the Ge Laohui had penetrated the market (the shopkeeper Zhou was the master of Yaomantang Zhou), but he remained silent because of the praise of Yang Shulin and did not reveal the crisis. Yang Shulin took the risk to hide the secret book of Ge Laohui, and received a copper coin as a token, "This is what it means", which implies the oath of "same color, same heart and same destiny". Key scenes: Confrontation in the rain: Luo Chao, a seriously injured boy, appears, declares his identity as a brother, takes copper coins as a thank you gift, and hides a token of help and a secret message ("You wear red, I will wear black"). Silent Game: Zhou Fei (shopkeeper Zhou) tested Yang Wanli earlier and found out about his hometown of Yangjia Village, implying a threat. Zhu Ya saw the truth but did not say anything. He silently allowed Yang Shulin to accept the copper coins to avoid the subsequent bloodbath. Hidden power lines: The Ge Laohui is hugely powerful, infiltrating restaurants, docks and other three religions and nine schools, with sophisticated methods (such as Zhou Fei pretending to be a shopkeeper). The copper coins were both a thank you gift and a certificate for future help. Both parties tacitly reached a compromise. Ending: Yang Shulin and his party took the copper coins and hid behind the curtain of rain. The crisis was temporarily suspended, but the net of the rivers and lakes has quietly tightened.

I read "Toward the Sun to the South" in the novel "Old Dreams on the Long Street", and I have a lot of feelings in my heart. Grass and trees grow toward the sun, ant nests are built toward the south, and the stars guide the direction. There is endless wisdom hidden in nature. In the process of learning to identify directions and measure time, the protagonist explores the laws of heaven and earth and comprehends the wisdom of the Eight Diagrams. This persistence in knowledge is moving. Facing the sun is the south, which is not only the principle of identifying the direction, but also the direction of life. If you have warm sunshine in your heart, you will not be afraid of the confusion ahead; if you are in awe, you will know how to seek in a down-to-earth manner. May we all stand facing the sun, recognize the direction while learning and growing, and run towards beauty.

After reading "Old Dreams on the Long Street" Chapter 112 "Undercurrent of Jianghu" and Chapter 113 "Miscellaneous Rain Giving Gifts", a kind of Jianghu atmosphere quietly rising from the fireworks in the market came to my face. These two chapters seem to be just a short stay for the protagonist and his party in Guang'an City, but they use extremely delicate brushstrokes to weave a large network of light and dark, allowing people to glimpse a chaotic world that is awakening between the words. Chapter 112 begins with the system and family laws of the "Gelaohui". The author does not rush to advance the plot, but lays out the rules of the world in a calm and almost textual style. Those strict rituals, cruel family laws, and cryptic gestures are not only the background, but also like an invisible mountain pressing on the heads of ordinary people. When the boy who was taken away appeared, all these cold rules suddenly took on a "human touch". His eyes, his silence, and his trust are like a spark falling on dry wood, making readers realize: Jianghu is not a legend, it is hidden in street corners, restaurants, and in the gaps between people. Chapter 113's "Giving Love in the Rain" turns the depression and undercurrent of the previous chapter into an exchange of friendship that was quietly completed in the rain. Luo Chao's appearance is like a bolt of lightning that breaks through the sky. He has the stubbornness of a young man, the ruthlessness of a man in the world, and the secretiveness and solitary bravery unique to Qingzhuzhi. There were no exaggerated words in his interaction with Yang Shulin. It was just a sentence of "that's what it means." An ordinary but heavy copper coin tightly connected two people who had nothing to do with each other. The most intriguing one is Zhou Fei. His overtures and tests in the restaurant, as well as his deep meaning in the rain, made people shiver down their spines. The author did not write him as a stereotyped villain, but made him like a big fish lurking at the bottom of the water, occasionally showing its tail, but never being able to see the whole picture. This looming threat is more unsettling than the flash of swords. The wonderful thing about these two chapters is that they seem to be about rivers and lakes, but they are also about human hearts. Yang Wanli's calmness, Yang Shulin's kindness, and Zhu Yajian's transparency were all amplified in the undercurrent collision with Ge Laohui. Rain curtains, ancient roads, coir raincoats, and copper coins, these images are intertwined together, giving the story both the coldness of the world and the warmth of humanity. After reading, you will realize: the real world is not about fighting and killing, but about those who are still willing to stop for the word "righteousness" in troubled times.

Li Gengyun in "Old Dreams on the Street" is actually a very interesting character. He has an outspoken personality and loves to fight against injustice. When he and Yang Wanli were walking escorts together, he was half-convinced about the rumors that the Zizhu Forest was haunted, and even offered to try it out, only to encounter something strange. ‌Several of his key points‌: ‌Characteristics‌: He speaks directly and likes to use dialects, such as "The ghost with a ball", which makes him seem very down-to-earth. ‌Important plot‌: In the purple bamboo forest, he had the courage to say "I don't believe in evil" at first, but then he was so frightened when he saw the green fire and the white silk female ghost that he and Yang Wanli threw away their money and ran away. ‌Character Relationship‌: He is a partner with Yang Wanli. The two of them sing and harmonize, one is cautious and the other is impulsive. They have quite a spark.

‌The most outstanding part of Yang Luobao, I think, is the part where he makes jokes and blows the whistle on the scene in Chapter 80, "The Return of the Horse". While he praised Kang and his uncle for their "literary talents, they are worth eight ounces." He was so excited that he wanted to whistle for fun, but was slapped back by Yang Jin. His face turned red from suppressing it, like a deflated balloon, which made the audience amused. This section brings to life Yang Luobao's naughtiness and the atmosphere of the scene, which is particularly visual. ‌The tension in the arena competition was also very satisfying‌. Yang Shulin used a "returning spear" move. The tip of the spear was pointed directly at Yuan Jing's throat. Sparks flew everywhere, making people hold their breath. And Yang Luobao was so nervous in the audience that "his hair was soaked", which was in sharp contrast to the fierce fighting on the stage, which made the ring competition even more thrilling. ‌He also had a bizarre experience of "taking his grandfather to seek medical treatment and encountering a weasel". Yang Luobao and Yang Zhenghua took Yang Fankui, who was seriously ill, on their way at night. They encountered weasels worshiping the moon, and Yang Fankui accidentally "sealed" them. This episode was both funny and a bit fantasy, which reflected Yang Luobao's cleverness. ‌Other children often use him as a role model‌. For example, when Li Xiaobo proposed to see the weasel, Wang Zhiliang also said that he should "bring a hatchet to defend himself like Yang Luobao did", which shows that he has a strong presence among the children in the village.

Chapter 128 of the novel "Old Dreams on the Long Street", when I read this chapter's description of traditional funerals, I was deeply moved. In the vertical burial ceremony held for a respected elder, the centuries-old nanmu coffin hides treasures, the dragonfly-dotted water hole hides exquisiteness, and the ancient method of keeping light and air in the air hides expectations for heaven, earth and future generations. The solemn rituals are filled with awe and affection unique to the Chinese style. They are not only a farewell to the deceased, but also the inheritance of filial piety and the continuation of culture. The elegant text outlines the weight of the ceremony, allowing me to understand the tenderness in Chinese funerals. Every detail is the deepest longing and respect for the ancestors.

"Old Dreams on the Long Street" Chapter 128 "The Mysterious Cave of the Funeral" Summary of core highlights The most outstanding value of this chapter is to use the funeral as a container to achieve the triple unity of culture, emotion and narrative: it not only deeply presents the essence of Chinese Feng Shui and funeral culture, but also uses a sense of ritual to shape the characters, sublimate the theme, and at the same time pave the way for the subsequent plot. It is a model chapter that is both literary, informative and readable.

"Qingcheng Strange News" Chapter 151 Children's Thoughts after Reading Half a "Jiyi" copper coin was tinged with gloom. As the car passed the Duanhun Slope, the thousand-year-old ginkgo shook off not only the autumn light, but also the mysterious past events of Wujiacun. The horror of the paper man leading the way and the sadness of the baby's death are all entangled with the mysterious Wu Qilang. The snake-shaped tattoo on the coachman's wrist hides a mystery, and the beautiful mountain scenery is intertwined with eerie rumors, which makes Zhu Ya see the old thoughts in his heart a bit colder, and also arouses the urgent exploration of the truth.

Thoughts after reading Chapters 152-155 of "Old Dreams on the Long Street" Chapter 152 to 155 takes the Long Street of the Republic of China as the curtain, and unfolds a life fable about choice and persistence among the moss marks on the bluestones and the light and shadow of the cornices. The blood oath between Jin Fubai and Xiang Tuo is not only the freeze-frame of love, but also a gentle rebellion against the glitz of the world, making these chapters the spiritual highlight of the entire work. The profoundness of these chapters lies in using extreme contrast to tear apart the hypocrisy of the times. Jin Fubai gave up his family power and business marriage and chose to stay with Xiang Tao in the alleys of the market. This is in sharp contrast to Zhuo Xiao's ending of sacrificing true love for profit and ultimately leading to destruction. When Jin Fubai made the vow to "dedicate the rest of his life to deep love" in the ancestral hall, he was fighting against not only class barriers, but also a utilitarian society that regarded love as a luxury. Xiang Yu's firm response made this two-way love transcend the love between children and became a symbol of ordinary people's courage to fight against fate. The image of the long street is endowed with profound connotations here. It is not only a witness to the passage of time, but also a habitat where the original intention remains unchanged. On the bluestone road, Jin Fubai's gentleness and Xiang Yu's purity are like moss growing tenaciously in the gaps, preserving the true nature of human nature in a world of intertwined interests. Those seemingly ordinary details of getting along are actually the best interpretation of "love can overcome all difficulties" - just like the confession of "I will love you forever in a place where you can't see", without fancy words, it expresses the most authentic appearance of love. Combined and thoughtful, these chapters really ask about the core proposition of life: What are the values ​​worth upholding? Jin Fubai's choice gives the answer: not success as defined by the world, but following the hot sincerity of his heart. In the current era of materialistic desires, the original intention that shines in the old dream is even more precious - it reminds us that no matter what situation we are in, we should never give up the pursuit of purity and affection. This is the most profound revelation that Old Dream on the Street leaves to readers.

"Old Dreams on the Long Street" Chapter 155 Zhu Yajian's Psychological Activities The psychological core of Zhu Yajian in this chapter is the awakening of warmth under rational restraint, shifting from the examination of "fate" to the emotion of "people", completing the psychological transition from "fate observer" to "world-warming person". First meeting Wu Yaoxing: The comfort and softness of the fate confirmation Seeing the Beidou cinnabar mole on the baby's palm, he first confirmed that it was consistent with the fate deduced before, and rationally he was pleased with the harmony of the name. The baby reached out to grab his fingers and giggled without any timidity. This purity made his heart warm. The previous coldness in facing the numerology deduction was replaced by gentleness, giving birth to an instinctive closeness to fresh life. Feeling the warmth of the Wu family: the relief touched by the smoke of fireworks After hearing Wu Hongcan and his wife say that their child slept peacefully at night and laughed loudly after changing his name, he felt the weight of his small efforts on the lower-class families, and he felt a sense of security that helping others would be rewarded. The numerology burden he had previously shouldered now had a warm ending. The candlelight, the fragrance of tea, milk mixed with the smell of iron filings, Wang Chuanyun's gentle smile, and the intimacy of the orange cat Xiaogu made him temporarily put aside his grand thoughts about the fate of mountains and rivers, immerse himself in the stability of a small person, and experience the healing power of the warmth of fireworks in troubled times. Interaction with Little Gu: Revelation of his true nature Little Gu curled up on his shoulders, rubbed his chin, and purred. This spiritual interaction relaxed his tense nerves, made his eyes warm, and took off his wise man's shell, revealing his unusual softness and laziness. Seeing the little Gu playing with the baby and the baby laughing constantly, he felt peaceful in his heart and realized that besides numerology, the warmth of the world can soothe people's hearts and complete the psychological transformation from "reason" to "emotion". Looking at rebirth: the connection from individual rebirth to the hope of mountains and rivers Looking at Wu Yaoxing's fresh face, he related the personal rebirth meaning of the name "Yao Xing" to the great hope of the rejuvenation of mountains and rivers, and strengthened his belief in protecting the common people with numerology. When he left, he looked back at the brightly lit blacksmith shop, with blessings for the stability of the Wu family and hopes for more new lives in troubled times. Psychologically, he completed the sublimation from rational salvation to tender protection. Narrative significance of psychological activities Zhu Yajian's psychological changes are a microscopic reflection of the novel's theme of "the end of the old world and the arrival of new life", which makes the setting of "Numerology Helps the World" more humane, and also lays the key emotional foundation for the complete arc of his subsequent character.

The core plot of Chapter 156 "The First Contract of Star Destiny" revolves around the destiny contract between Zhu Yajian and the baby Wu Yaoxing: 1. Wu Yaoxing was named, and his name "Yaoxing" coincided with the opportunity of the first turn of the star's orbit, and he and Zhu Yaxian had a destined master-disciple fate; 2. Wu Yaoxing was wrapped in the blood curse Wu Qilang set with his blood before he immolated himself. If he could not bear it, Continuing his last wish, he will eventually cut off his vitality; 3. The Su family knelt down and begged Zhu Yajian to save her son. Zhu Yajian said that the solution to the curse was to "fulfill the promise and return to one's position", rather than to show kindness. At the moment, Wu Yaoxing's life foundation and true energy needed to be stabilized first; Analysis of text features: 1. Use of imagery: Frequently use natural imagery (Qiuyang, Xingzi, Gujing, Bashan Night Rain, etc.) And artifact imagery (copper coins, pottery bowls, copper thimbles, etc.) To create a sense of atmosphere, such as "the seven stars in the palm should correspond to the image of the word 'yao'" to bind the stars to the characters and strengthen the sense of fate; 2. Detailed depiction: the baby Wu Yaoxing's The appearance (pink lotus-root calves, pearl-like nails) and Su's demeanor and movements (kneeling down in tragedy, pleading every word with blood) are described delicately, making the characters' emotions more tense; 3. Language style: The text is concise and full of classical charm, such as "the pine wind passes through the stream, the clearer without waves" and "blood is used as ink, and bone is used as the knife to cut" and other expressions, which have both visual and literary qualities.

Reading "Old Dreams on the Long Street" Chapter 156 "The First Contract of Star Destiny" is full of the weight and tenderness of fate. Zhu Yajian's master-disciple relationship with Wu Yaoxing has been destined since Yaoxing was named. The first turn of the star's orbit hides God's will. Wu Qilang used his essence and blood to establish a blood curse, which was his father's love and his last wish. Su knelt down and begged, weeping every word, expressing her despair and expectation as a mother. Seeing that Zhu Ya agreed to support him, it was not to show favor, but to fulfill his promise and return to his position, showing full responsibility. The copper coin engraved with "Jiyi" at the end of the chapter hides past obsessions and future responsibilities. Images such as autumn sun and pine breeze bring out the desolation and fatalism of the story. This chapter describes the bond in a profound way, including the deep love of blood, the unbreakable destiny, and the persistence of a promise worth a thousand dollars, making people full of concern about the subsequent consequences.

Reading "Old Dreams on the Long Street" Chapter 155 "Rebirth in the Warmth of a Candle" is full of healing and hope. After receiving the name, Wu Yaoxing stopped crying and opened his eyes. The cinnabar mole was on the same frequency as the stars. The blood curse could be solved. Wu Hongcan finally settled down after half his life of anxiety. Everywhere he bowed and cried, he was relieved. The cold aroma of the ironware in the house mixed with the sweet warmth of the stove. Su Shi's steady and clear laughter broke the silence of the night while holding the baby. The docile companionship of the orange cat added to the warmth. The candlelight flickers to reflect new life, destiny finally falls into the fireworks of the world, and the cold fate is warmed by family love and hope. One word to comfort one's life, one candle to warm one's heart. It expresses the small and tender feelings of little people looking forward to stability and rebirth in the era. It is full of emotion to read.

Reading "Old Dreams on the Long Street" Chapter 156 "The First Contract of Star Destiny", the sense of fate and deep affection are intertwined, which is moving. Wu Yaoxing was named after the star-steering star, and he and Zhu Yajian formed a destined master-disciple relationship, but he was burdened with Wu Qilang's essence and blood curse, and his life was hanging by a thread. Ms. Su knelt down and cried, expressing her mother's desperate hope with every word of blood and tears. Seeing that Zhu Ya agreed to support him, it was not to show favor, but actually to fulfill his promise and return to his position, showing full responsibility. The copper coin engraved with "Jiyi" at the end of the chapter hides past obsessions and future responsibilities. Images such as pine wind and autumn sun bring out the desolation. The deep love of blood, the bond of fate and the persistence of a promise made people full of concern for the subsequent development.

The gangster went to the restaurant and caused a hilarious scene! I didn't know the menu of Western food, mistook the names of the dishes, indulged in piano playing, and was surprised by the sky-high bill. I don't understand the owner's charge for playing the piano, I don't understand the waiter's tip, and the contrast between earthy thinking and Western rules is full of contrast. A short story about the streets of the Republic of China, filled with fireworks, full of fun.

Chapter 439 Summary of Chapter Content This chapter continues the plot of listening to piano in a restaurant in the previous chapter. Everyone is still recalling the shock brought by the piano music, and the checkout becomes a turning point in the plot. The total cost of the meal and the performance was forty-five yuan, and Zhang Xiang paid the bill readily, plus a tip of five yuan. The high expenses and the custom of tipping completely broke Zhao's understanding. He got angry and blocked her on the spot. He could not understand the Western rules of separately charging for piano playing and paying tips out of thin air. He believed that the restaurant was taking the opportunity to rip off customers and threatened to demand compensation for tips. Zhang Xiang patiently explained Western-style pricing, tips, and the rules related to restaurant shareholders. Zhao Da Nai still couldn't let go. She drank to calm down and argued constantly during the dinner. Others in the industry watch indifferently, and the whole chapter revolves around the differences in the concept of a meal, from the elegance of enjoying the piano to the dispute over settling accounts.

Chapter 439 Characterization Analysis 1. Zhao Da Nai: This chapter focuses on character creation. In the previous chapter, I was moved by Western music and expressed my admiration for Western art. However, in this chapter, I am furious because of consumer prices, and the characters are three-dimensional and vivid. Adhering to the old-fashioned consumption concept of the country, being pragmatic and frugal, with an upright and irritable temperament, they only accept the payment of physical goods and transactions, and cannot accept the separate pricing and tipping system for art services. They are the epitome of the old-fashioned lower-class people who adhere to the survival logic of the local market. 2. Zhang Xiang: Well-informed, familiar with Western business etiquette and consumption rules, acting generously and calmly, taking the initiative to bear expenses and complying with tipping customs. He remained patient in the face of Mrs. Zhao's anger and answered questions one by one. As a mediator between old and new ideas, he was in sharp opposition to Mrs. Zhao. 3. Wang Jinxiong and other supporting characters: They watched the whole debate and rarely spoke. As bystanders, they heightened the tense atmosphere of the dispute at the table and completed the group portrait of small people in the market.

Chapter 439 Highlights of Writing Technique 1. Contrast between before and after: in the previous chapter, the sound of the piano was melodious and everyone was amazed. In this chapter, a bill broke the good impression, and the mood changed from joy and shock to anger and dissatisfaction. The atmosphere before and after was one elegant and one vulgar, and the gap created a dramatic effect. 2. Use small things to make a big selection: choose a small daily thing like checking out after a meal, instead of a big event, rely on dinner table dialogue to advance the conflict, and the plot is compact and concentrated. 3. The use of contrasting rhetoric: On one side is Zhang Xiang who accepts new consumption, on the other side is Zhao Da Nai who sticks to tradition; on the other side is the Western-style commercial service charging model, and on the other side is the old rule of private entertainment without charging extra money. Multiple contrasts intensify the contradictions and conflicts. 4. Realistic details: Details such as Zhao Da Nai touching the wine gourd and venting her anger through drinking are in line with the character's usual river and lake habits, and life-like details enhance the sense of reality.

Chapter 439: Deep Meaning of the Theme This chapter continues the core theme of the book's collision between old and new eras and Chinese and Western cultures. The difference in the meal bill is essentially the collision between the traditional local business thinking and the new Western business culture during the Republic of China. Western civilization not only has spiritual beauty such as piano art, but also comes with unfamiliar business rules such as tipping and service billing. The pros and cons of foreign things coexist. The author uses the conflict of ideas of small characters to concretely show the struggle of modern people in the face of new foreign culture: they are attracted by new art, but have difficulty adapting to the supporting new rules. It reflects the fragmentation and integration of folk ideas in the transition stage of the times, and deepens the core of the story of the change of old and new along the long street.

Chapter 438 Commentary on "The Rangke Who Plays the Musical" This chapter uses a dinner party at the Gelushi Restaurant as the narrative carrier, closely follows the meaning of the title "The Rangke playing the Musical", connects the two plots of ordering food and appreciating the piano, and continues the main narrative line of the collision of the West and the West in the whole book. At the beginning, everyone saw the Western menu for the first time. Zhao Da Nai and others did not understand the menu of Western food, so they relied on Zhang Xiang's past knowledge to order randomly, referring to pasta as big noodles, and randomly mixing foreign words. The local customs and the Western dining environment formed a humorous contrast, and the details of daily life easily laid out the background of the characters. After the meal, David, a shareholder of the restaurant, came on stage to play "Turkish March". The beautiful Western music completely overturned the perceptions of ordinary people. Zhao Da Nai, who has been accustomed to listening to country gongs and drums for many years, was deeply touched by the sound of the piano. The author used synaesthetic brushwork to transform hearing into a numb body feeling, and the spiritual shock brought by concrete art. The characters are created with clear layers. Zhang Xiang has rich experience and is familiar with Western food etiquette, which is the link between local and Western civilization; Zhao Da Nai is simple and straightforward, representing the lower class people who stick to the local lifestyle; Wang Jinxiong and other supporting characters enrich the group portraits with funny slips of the tongue; David and the waiter are the embodiment of Western culture. The article cleverly uses contrast to create dramatic tension from the multiple dimensions of environment, language, and aesthetics. From the perspective of the main purpose, this chapter epitomizes the changes of the Republic of China through a small incident of dining. The local local civilization encountered Western food and music culture for the first time. Everyone went from being curious and joking to being shocked. The impact of foreign civilization on the old-fashioned lower class people was delicately written, and the theme of the era of the blending of the old and the new was implemented in the trivial daily life. The writing is exquisite, the virtual and the real are blended, and it is both interesting and thoughtful.

Commentary on Chapter 439 "The Discussing at the Dinner" This chapter closely follows the lingering notes of the previous chapter of "Piano Appreciation", using the checkout bill as the flash point of conflict, achieving a plot transition from elegance to dispute, with a compact and natural structure. Everyone had not yet faded away from the amazement brought by the sound of the piano. The Western-style charging model of forty-five yuan for a meal plus tip instantly ignited Mrs. Zhao's anger. In his traditional concept, food is worth pricing, playing the piano for fun should not be charged separately, and tipping is an unreasonable loss of money. Therefore, he stopped Zhang Xiang from paying the bill on the spot and angrily accused the restaurant of robbing customers. Even though Zhang Xiang explained the tipping system, shareholder status and Western pricing rules in detail, he still found it difficult to understand. He vented his anger by drinking from a wine gourd and threatened to ask for compensation. This chapter relies on the confrontation of concepts to polish the character's image. In the previous chapter, Zhao Da Nai was addicted to Western music. In this chapter, due to the concept of consumption, the characters are no longer one-sided, and the Jianghu characters who are frugal, stubborn, and abiding by folk customs are becoming more and more full; The writing continues to use small things to make big things happen. It is based on the small scene of a dinner table argument and relies on multiple comparisons of old and new consumption concepts to create conflicts. The elegance and joy of the previous chapter and the angry quarrels of this chapter form a sharp contrast. The deep intention continues the core of the book. The dispute over a meal reflects the fierce collision between the thinking of local small farmers in the Republic of China and the rules of Western commercialization. The public yearns for the beauty of foreign art, but is difficult to accept the supporting new business models. It accurately depicts the ideological fragmentation of ordinary people in the transition period of the times, and deepens the theme of the article.