Planet Rebirth

Time passed quickly, and many years later, King Herodius died, and with his death, his will disappeared.Years of life cases also stopped searching, which means that Joseph and Maria can return to their hometown.

It has been almost 30 years since they left Nazareth, and Yang Rui has been waiting at the place where they broke up.Until one day, when the sun just came up in the sky.

At the end of the land, there appeared a figure, tall and thin, with brown hair falling on his shoulders, and a pair of pure eyes shining with wisdom. He was dressed in a white robe, holding a shepherd's staff in his hand, driving the sheep. The crowd came from the horizon.

Seeing this scene, Yang Rui couldn't help laughing.

When the young man walked in front of Yang Rui, he stopped and asked, "Is Nazareth heading in this direction?"

Yang Rui nodded and said, "Yes, you'll see that small town when you keep walking."

The young man saluted Yang Rui politely, and was about to walk by him. At this moment, Yang Rui suddenly said, "Jesus, are your father Joseph and mother Maria alright?"

When Yang Rui suddenly asked about this matter, the young man stopped suddenly, stared at Yang Rui with some vigilance and asked, "Who are you?"

Yang Rui smiled and said, "Your parents and I are old acquaintances. I saved their lives, and I also saved yours. Didn't they mention me to you?"

The young man hesitated for a moment, then saluted Yang Rui again and said respectfully: "Yes, I am Jesus. My parents often mentioned your deeds, let me remember them in my heart, and when we meet again one day, I will definitely repay you. Your kindness."

Yang Rui laughed loudly and said, "If I say something casually, you will believe me? Aren't you afraid that I'm the one who wants to arrest you?"

Jesus showed a simple smile and said, "I believe in you. This world needs trust."

Yang Rui nodded and asked again, "Where are your parents now?"

Jesus said, "They told me to go back to Nazareth first, because the lamb has grown up. I want to sell it for a good price before the Passover, and they will follow."

Yang Rui said: "They are already very old, aren't you afraid of throwing them in the desert to suffer?"

Jesus said, "My brothers and sisters will take care of my parents."

Yang Rui said: "I'm very happy that your family is safe and healthy."

After speaking, the two walked side by side on the road leading to Nazareth. Jesus asked, "I haven't asked your name yet."

Yang Rui said, "Just call me Rui."

Jesus said: "After so many years, I guess you should be the same age as my parents. I didn't expect you to be so young. I don't know how old you were when you saved my family?"

Yang Rui said: "I have forgotten how long I have lived. Anyway, I am very happy to see you."

After speaking, Yang Rui continued to ask: "You are 30 years old."

Jesus shrugged and said, "To be precise, it should be 29 years old!"

Yang Rui sighed and said, "Time flies, what happened that day seems like yesterday."

Jesus said: "It will be soon. I have lived in Egypt for 29 years, and now I want to return to this former hometown, and I am still a little uncomfortable."

Yang Rui asked, "What are your plans for the future?"

Jesus thought for a while and said, "I don't know, but first I want to find a place for the whole family to live in, and then continue to shepherd the sheep. Maybe I can feed the whole family."

Yang Rui said: "This place is not comparable to the rich Egypt. Under the dual rule of the Romans and the Kingdom of Herodia, life is very difficult."

Jesus smiled optimistically and said, "Life has always been firmly believed. Only suffering can make us grow. I have prepared for this, but I hope that through hard work, life will become better."

Yang Rui asked, "What does a good life look like in your eyes?"

Jesus thought for a moment and said, "Have a strong house, a flock of lambs, a beautiful wife, and lots of children."

Yang Rui nodded and said, "The life you describe is really beautiful."

Jesus winked at Yang Rui and said, "I have been herding sheep in Egypt for 12 years. Since my father bought two lambs, now there are fifty sheep. I think I am getting closer to the life I described. One step."

Yang Rui said: "You still have a long way to go!"

Jesus said, "Maybe. But..."

Having said this, Jesus pointed to an ewe behind him and said, "She is going to give birth soon, and I have taken an extra step forward."

The two soon arrived in Nazareth, and the Herodian soldiers standing by the city gate stopped the two of them. Seeing that Yang Rui was dressed as a Jew, the soldiers did not pester them. Instead, they had dark skin and wore a pair of Egyptian straw sandals. Jesus began the cross-examination.

The soldier asked, "Where are you from?"

Jesus answered honestly, "From Egypt!"

The soldier asked again: "Are these sheep yours?"

Jesus nodded and said, "Yes, I brought all fifty of them from Egypt."

The soldier then asked, "Since you are an Egyptian, why did you come here?"

Jesus smiled and said, "I just grew up in Egypt. My parents and ancestors were Israelites from beginning to end. This time I returned to my hometown to settle down."

"You have to pay taxes to enter the city." The soldier looked at Jesus with contempt.

Jesus nodded and said, "Paying taxes is a matter of course. I've heard about it on the way here."

After speaking, he took out the money bag from his robe and asked, "How much do you want? Two copper coins? The Jewish shepherd told you the price."

"Your tax is five sheep." The soldier smiled triumphantly.

Surprised, Jesus asked, "Why?"

The soldier said, "Because you are a foreigner!"

At this time, Yang Rui said to Jesus in Egyptian language: "The city tax is two copper coins, five sheep? They are robbing."

"Why don't you want to give it?" The soldier held the dagger in his hand and said, "If you don't give it, don't enter the city."

Jesus took a deep breath and said pleasantly, "Okay, you can take the five sheep, but I will live here from now on, and I have to go out of the city to graze every day. You can't ask for the city tax for my five sheep every time." .”

As soon as the soldier heard that his blackmail had succeeded, he hurriedly summoned his companions to remove the five sheep. Facing Jesus’ words, he said impatiently, “I am on duty here every day, and I know everyone who lives in this city.” , if you really live here, I will know you too."

Jesus nodded and said, "This is the best, thank you, the five sheep are yours now."

After the two entered the city gate, Yang Rui asked, "Are you indifferent to this? They are clearly blackmailing you."

Jesus said: "Look at that soldier. He is also from a poor family. Maybe his family is not as rich as I am. It is nothing if I lose five sheep. Maybe they get five sheep to have a big meal and get happiness. Why don't I do this?" What about doing it? Besides, my purpose is to live here, and the necessary sacrifices should be made, so you should not be troubled by this."

After hearing this, Yang Rui nodded, secretly happy in his heart: "This idiot is the one I'm looking for. It seems that my choice is not wrong." (To be continued...)