Continuation of "Gone with the Wind"

Chapter [-] In-depth discussion

Frankly speaking, these are easy things to do, but Scarlett taught herself very hard.Unlike Lanli, who is restrained by tradition, she is born with an extroverted personality; Lanli chose to adapt hard and become the best part of tradition, while she went against tradition everywhere and finally jumped out. Wanting to return is simply as difficult as going to heaven (not to mention she doesn't want to return at all).It is the cruelest test for her that what she thinks in her heart is completely different from what she must do now. She is destined not to be a person like Lanli. Long ago, they each embarked on completely different paths.So she can only comfort herself while forcing herself, and it will be fine after this week.

At this time, she suddenly had a new understanding of what Ashley said to her at Tara: he was right, Rhett and he were originally the same kind of people—just like she and Langli were originally The same kind of people—all the people in the world can be said to be the same kind of people—but it is because they choose different paths at a certain moment that they finally become different people.

In fact, for life, what is important is not the starting point, but the key turning point.

Scarlett finally succeeded.She is not good at summarizing theories, but her actions and imitation abilities are absolutely top-notch.Look, Lanli didn't find anything.Of course, it is also possible that her mind is not on herself at this time.In any case, this is also a small progress for myself.

At this time, Lanli spoke again, her tone as gentle as ever: "Scarlett, I think it's not enough to just look at the records of the southerners on the north. If you want to gain a foothold in the north, you have to communicate with the northerners and understand their thoughts , you should read some books written by northerners without any prejudice. You are not asked to learn from them, but try to understand what they think of themselves and how they see southerners, so that you can be better Get in touch with them quickly. For example, I have read this book before, and although I heard that it is not sold well because of the limited print run, it is very well written and very interesting.” She said while picking up the book she just took. Handing it over, Scarlett glanced at the cover after taking it, only seeing that the author's name was Mark Twain, and didn't even care about the name of the book.She just felt that the name was too weird to be a human name, but she didn't think much about it.

This book can also be regarded as a travelogue. Although the author himself claims that he has rarely set foot outside his hometown, he has completed his journey around the United States with his outstanding imagination.At first, Scarlett thought that this was nothing more than a cranky sensationalism, but when she saw the clever description and merciless sarcasm of the northerners in the article, she almost couldn't control her laughter. The sharper sarcasm of the southerners makes her very happy. Although it is sharp but not harsh, it is sarcasm but not hurtful. Although it is a northern style of humor, Scarlett feels very friendly. This guy is much better at scolding people than Rhett. .And because his words were based on well-known typical characters, Scarlett didn't feel exaggerated at all. Instead, she felt that this would allow her to grasp the essential characteristics of northerners more directly.

Of course, the entire reading process is also a test of her self-control ability, and the vow she just made cannot be violated just like that.Although her stomach ached and her face was about to twitch like this, she still managed to hold the ground relying on her willpower.When she returned the book to Lanli, she saw Lanli's surprised expression as expected, she must be thinking why such a funny thing didn't make her laugh, her blue eyes were full of concern, "Scarlett, Do you not like this book? I’m sorry, actually reading a book is a matter of personal taste, this one may not be suitable for you, I’ll change it for you.” Scarlett shook her head, smiled in return, thinking for herself Her self-control ability has improved by leaps and bounds. She is delighted and moved at the same time. Lan Li is always so considerate of others. When everyone in the world is attacking each other with sharp swords, she would rather turn herself into a shield with both hardness and softness. Protect those around you with your own weak and infinitely tolerant strength.Only such Lanli can think highly of herself.It is the most difficult thing for a person to live something that is enough to prove his worth.

But now someone wants to take over her burden and protect her with his own strength, but she is unwilling.Scarlett really couldn't understand what she was doing.She believed that Lanli was definitely not an old stubborn clinging to the tradition that had been beaten to pieces in the south, and she had to figure out the real reason why she couldn't accept Deason.She's changed her mind, it's not about North and South - at least there's something else - it's, it's, it's a bigger and more important issue, Scarlett just isn't there yet understand what it is.Only through Langli can she figure it out.

Scarlett's next words almost blurted out without thinking: "Langli, tell me, what kind of feelings do you have for Mr. Valmont? I think there should be something between you and him—" She suddenly stopped She stopped, she really couldn't think of what words she should use to express her next meaning.In terms of love, she is not qualified to be a good teacher, and she can't even express a relationship that is stuck in a stalemate. She feels that she is a failure.And looking at Lan Li's current expression, she didn't intend to embarrass her, but her face turned slightly pale, obviously her sudden question deeply stimulated her heart.Scarlett looked at her apologetically, not daring to look directly into her eyes, where there were messy lights shining like tears.But for some reason, at the same time, she felt a sense of ease in her heart, and the stagnation in her heart was washed away by the water like the sand in a suddenly dredged river.She didn't cover her ears and add to her own words, "Please forgive my recklessness", "I didn't mean it like that", "I'm just for your own good", let's forget about these hypocritical embellishments, Lan Li can definitely see that she is doing it for Who is good.

When Scarlett met Lanli for the first time, her feelings for her were close to admiration. If a beautiful and excellent woman met a woman who was very similar to herself, and she was better than herself in all aspects, then she Definitely admire her.Jealousy is the helplessness of the weak, the sorrow of the fool, and the unreasonable troubles of children, but Scarlett thinks she has already left that stage, so she has no negative emotions of jealousy towards Lanli at all.On the contrary, she worked hard to learn from Lanli all the things that could make herself better, but unlike Lanli who valued the people around her, she gradually became indifferent to what others thought of herself. I only care about what I have become in my heart.Of course, it can't be said that she doesn't care about everyone. She must care about Rhett, Lanli, and her own children.In fact, things are often like this, the more you care about a person, the less you can show your true self in front of him or her.Valuing others often means despising yourself.

Scarlett would not despise herself, never would.In her opinion, there is no necessary connection between valuing others and seeing oneself clearly. They are positively related to her.She tends to be skeptical of traditions that people pass on by word of mouth, and people like Langley work hard to develop them into something good.Doubt is the most equal way to get along with the world, while optimization is the driving force for the progress of the world. For the world, both are indispensable.So she and Lanli will never be the same kind of people, but they are equals, and they become friends because of that.As time went by, Scarlett discovered this, and slowly accumulated enough strength to make her heart stronger.Because she realized that she had such a power, she dared to say what she just said to Lan Li.Although her speaking skills have yet to be honed, she believes this is a better start for herself.

Scarlett looked at Lanli, she lowered her head slightly, adjusted her expression under the cover of the manuscript, and when she raised her head again, she could no longer see any signs of crying, even the makeup around her eyes was gone. no flowers.She smiled and said to Scarlett: "I think the word you said should be—knot."

Scarlett admired her impeccable demeanor, and even more admired her for expressing what she hadn't been able to express for a long time in one sentence. To sum it up in words, including her own separation and separation with Rhett-she can finally face this squarely.But Lan Li said that this was not the first thing she noticed, it was Disson who said it when he talked to her last night.Scarlett's eyes lit up again immediately after a moment's absence, not only her eyes, but her whole face was filled with excitement. She scolded helplessly in her heart that she really liked to inquire about other people's private affairs, and at the same time looked forward to Lan Li can tell her long-awaited emotional entanglement.Scarlett knew that she couldn't get rid of this habit.But to be honest, she is not willing to lose this few fun.

Lan Li talked about her encounter with Disson during the war again, but this time, her tone was gentler and her words were more peaceful, and she still didn't bring any obvious emotional color. My own experience is spread out in the sun, and I am allowed to comment.She even gave up her right to defend herself, and all she asked was for Scarlett to hear her finish.

Scarlett did, though it took her a few times to resist the urge to interrupt.After Lanli finished speaking, she didn't say anything more, her manner was still impeccable, but Scarlett felt that something had changed.Not referring to Lan Li, but myself, to be precise, it should be my opinion of Lan Li.All of a sudden, Lan Li was no longer aloof in her heart, and she even despised her evasion and self-deception towards love.

But as soon as this contemptuous thought came to her head, she slammed it back. Thinking of herself, she was the last person to blame Lan Li.People often forget themselves when blaming someone, but not this time, Scarlett.She looked at Lanli softly, and said softly: "Lanli, let me tell you a story about me and Rhett. In fact, I am not qualified to comment on the relationship between you and Mr. Walmont. because I'm not much better than you. Oh, no, I'm actually not as good as you..."