As he spoke, he wrote another "芊" in the earth before him.
"This character... your brushwork, technique, and bearing have all changed."
Zuo Xiaoduo grew increasingly astonished. "Teacher Qin, something good really has happened to you. This '芊' has the 'grass' radical on top. Grass-fragrant grass grows everywhere beneath the heavens, or... withers and flourishes year after year. This grass of yours has a sense of brimming vitality. There's hope for this romantic bond after all!"
Overjoyed at these words, Qin Fangyang pressed him. "Really? There's been a turn for the better?"
"However... even if the grass shows signs of withering and flourishing, the '千' underneath is still dry and slightly askew. The original outcome remains. But it's already far better than before. After all, fragrant grass grows everywhere beneath the heavens... which means you can see that person at any time."
Zuo Xiaoduo pondered for a moment, then spoke with rare solemnity. "But water has its source, and trees have their roots. A withered tree meeting spring again is certainly a good thing, but going too far is as bad as falling short. That 'grass' can only be seen growing in the ground. You absolutely cannot take things any further. If you insist on uprooting it to possess it, all you'll get is 'withering.' Also... the 'grass' radical is still the top of the character for 'grave.' Teacher Qin, your... final outcome is still the same. The day you acknowledge each other will be the day she is laid in the earth. Be cautious, be cautious."
Zuo Xiaoduo said gravely, "Teacher Qin, you still need to decide with care. Better not to meet than to meet."
Qin Fangyang remained silent for a long time before saying softly, "Knowing she is safe is already enough for me."
After a pause,