Grasp the farming script in the famous book

—Why is this sister, Beth, so important to Jo?

Roland gradually realized this in the process of caring for Beth with all his heart.

In the warm and harmonious family of the March family, the four sisters are naturally divided into two groups in the process of growing up: Meg and Amy are in one group, and Jo and Beth are in one group, and each gets along better.

Meg and Amy already share the same interests, so they are confidantes of each other.However, Joe and Beth have completely opposite personalities. Joe is carefree like a wild horse, but Beth is extremely shy and gentle, and even dare not go out to communicate with others easily.

Through the care of Beth, Roland gradually understands that Joe will protect his sister like a knight because of his personality.But in fact, Beth is the real pillar of Joe.

Joe is growing up, and when facing the bigger world outside his home, he also has a guilty conscience and lacks self-confidence that everyone has.But at this time, Beth became Jo's most important spiritual support—little Beth was gentle and demure but determined. She always knew what she should do and what she should give for others.

Therefore, when Joe took care of Beth in daily life, he also got Beth's will to "feed back", which gave Joe courage in many cases, and also balanced Joe's recklessness and impulsiveness.

This is why Jo needs and trusts Beth most.

In fact, it was through the care of Beth that Roland cultivated her emotions with the sisters in this plane bit by bit-she needs to get along with her to truly take on the role.

This day Roland took advantage of Beth's drowsy sleep to rest for a while and wash his hands.She washed her face in her bathroom, trying to wake herself up.She raised her head and looked at "herself" in the mirror, and she saw the girl in the mirror with a sad face.

This plane is based on the original book, so the appearance of the "character" reflected in the mirror should be closer to the original book.

Therefore, Roland guessed that the image of himself in the mirror, especially the subtle expressions of the characters, might be closer to the real Joe in the original book?

Seeing "myself"'s sad face, Roland felt the same way, so she opened her mouth softly, looked at "myself" in the mirror and said softly, "Don't worry, I won't let Beth have anything to do."

The figure in the mirror is like talking to himself

As if swearing to himself, he silently mouthed again: "Don't worry, I won't let anything happen to Beth."

Immediately afterwards, "Joe" in the mirror lessened his sorrow, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, and his mood seemed to be lifted.

Roland was surprised.

She thought of the last time she had had her hair cut at the barber shop—it was the same last time, she saw her own reflection in the mirror, and felt Joe's pain and sacrifice.

So, this means that when she faces the mirror, she can communicate with "Joe" in the original book?

Shocked, Roland reached out and held the birch frame of the mirror on the wall.She stared at herself closely, trying to ask in her heart: Joe, is that you?

She opened her eyes wide, but saw the figure in the mirror blink silently.

— Really Joe.

"You will do what you say." The figure in the mirror seems to be saying.

Roland felt that Joe was entrusting Beth to himself.

So Roland looked at the mirror and nodded gently - she dared not promise anything else, but she was sure of Beth's life: as long as she was willing to pay the price, she could exchange for Beth to live well in this world.

The key lies in when to act so that Beth can not only get rid of the illness, but also enjoy a better life.

Seeing Roland's statement, "Joe" in the mirror finally couldn't help laughing, although there were tears in the smile.

After communicating with "Joe", Roland regained his spirits and tried to nurse Beth.Beth was very ill, however, and was not at all well.

The house leak happened to rain all night, Beth's illness became more and more serious, but the March family received a letter from Washington again, and Mr. March's condition recurred. In a short time, Mrs. March may not be able to catch up. come home.

Now both Meg and Roland were in a bit of trouble.

They had intended to telegraph to Washington that Mrs. March was coming home.At least the Marches should have known how seriously ill their third daughter was.

But Hannah, the maid of the March family, has reservations.

"Mr. March's health is also very important," said Hannah. "We have sent a doctor to treat Miss Elizabeth. Even if Mrs. March returns, there is nothing that can be done."

"And we don't know at all how Mr. March's situation is now, whether it matters or not. If the ladies are rash, they will

The wife called back, what about Washington? "

When Meg heard this, she hesitated again.

She knew that Hannah was an experienced and experienced maid, and before Mrs. March left, she asked the sisters to listen to Hannah.

Roland thought differently. She felt that Mrs. March had the right to know what happened to her daughter.It is for Mrs. March to decide whether to take care of her husband or rush back to take care of her daughter.

The three women in the family had a discussion together, and Roland's opinion was "outnumbered" and rejected.Nevertheless, they wrote long letters to Mrs. March, reporting Beth's condition.

In the letter, Roland also tried his best to use the "spring and autumn" style of writing to suggest to his mother that if he had time, he should come back and visit Beth as soon as possible - with his mother by his side, this little guy should have more courage to deal with the disease.

Unexpectedly, as soon as this long letter was sent, Beth's real "test" came.She fell into a continuous high fever and lost her mind.

The only time she opened her mouth was to open her cracked lips and beg those around her to give her some water—this was already an instinct for survival.In fact, Beth had no idea who the people around her were at all.

In the afternoon, even Beth's doctor advised Meg, "Send a telegram to Mrs. March!"

He didn't say much, and didn't even prescribe Beth any more medicine, leaving only this suggestion.

Hannah and Meg were dumbfounded.

Roland stomped his feet, turned and ran.The weather was very bad that day. Roland braved the wind and snow, ran to the telegraph station, sent a telegram to Washington that "Beth is seriously ill and will return soon", and then rushed home alone in the snowstorm.

"Beth, Beth, please be brave, at least get through this hurdle!"

Roland kept thinking silently in his heart.

She was somewhat angry with Meg and herself, after all, it was not advisable to trust "authority" blindly, especially in matters of life and death.

Of course, Roland knew in his heart: she could use the "wild card" at any time, and she could save Beth's life.

But she was also very worried, for fear of using the universal card at an inappropriate timing—the last time Luna entered the plane, she had hinted at the issue of "timing".

Roland and Luna are partners who have a perfect understanding. At that time, Roland understood: Maybe this is not the biggest crisis Beth is facing, and the most difficult hurdle to overcome.

What if she uses the "Master Card" to save Beth's life now, but what if there are still incurable sequelae in the future?After all, she can only use this card once.

Possessing an ability that can turn things around is certainly something to be proud of, but once this ability can only be used once, then how to grasp the timing becomes the most important issue. The taste of stacking - after all, there was a "universal" card in your hand!

When Roland came to the door of the house, he felt a little comforted when he saw the orange light shining through the window.She lifted the hem of her skirt and walked quickly to the door of her house, but heard a "squeak" at the door, and Laurie's figure was outlined in a circle by the lights inside the door.

"Teddy!"

Roland greeted in a low voice, and she became more and more nervous.

"Joe—"

It was obvious that Laurie had been waiting for her here, and when he saw her come back, he opened the door and greeted her through the wind and snow.

"Meg told me all!"

As soon as Roland entered, Laurie hugged her recklessly, as if trying to warm her with his body temperature, warming her body and soul.

Roland kept his composure, and gently broke away from Laurie by shaking off the snow on his coat.For Roland, she and Laurie were not that familiar yet.

"As a matter of fact, I took it upon myself to send a telegram to Mrs. March yesterday."

"Really?" Now Roland could no longer be indifferent, and she opened her eyes: So Laurie did for her what she wanted to do but didn't?

"Yes, I thought for a moment, and thought Mrs. March had a right to know the truth about Beth... in case, I mean in case, in case anything happened... of course Beth wouldn't... but If something really happened, your mother will never forgive us..."

"Yes..." Roland raised his eyes and looked up at the sky: indeed.

Of course, in her heart, that "what if" is absolutely impossible.

"I thought that although Hannah had a good idea, she couldn't be right every time. So I went to ask my grandpa for his opinion, and he agreed with me. So I didn't know anyone.

Said he went to the telegraph station—”

"Oh, Laurie!"

This time Roland didn't resist anymore, she opened her arms and hugged Laurie.

She felt a spontaneous joy in her heart-well, Laurie, he is a boy whose thoughts can be synchronized with hers.They have the same way of thinking, and he even has one more advantage over her-he has a strong ability to act even in the face of "authority".

Laurie felt the delight, and he opened his arms back to her, and even put his lips gently on her cheek too, and pecked her cheek furtively.

"Joe, there is a message from Washington, and your mother will be back tonight."

Laurie hugged Roland and whispered in her ear.

"Go, go and stay with Beth."

"She trusts you the most, and you are her most important strength."

"You shouldn't have any worries. Grandpa and I will stay here tonight."

"Okay!" Roland withdrew her arms, and the joy of "discovering a confidant" at that moment just now has gradually faded.She knew that Beth had harder battles to fight tonight, and that any other thought was out of place.

She then separated from Laurie.Laurie hurried to the Lawrence family's mansion next door to invite his grandfather to sit in charge.Roland went to the bathroom first to change her clothes that were wet by the wind and snow.

When she looked up, she happened to see "herself" in the mirror.

The face of the person in the mirror turned red and turned white, and her eyes moved, as if she was sincerely pleased with the understanding that Laurie had brought her just now, and seemed to be surprised at the intimacy Laurie showed.

But the dread of Beth's fate was overwhelming, and the man in the mirror turned pale suddenly, as if to say, "No, I shouldn't be sorry for what Laurie has done for us all." Feeling happy, it is obvious that Beth is the one who is suffering on the sickbed.

"Remember what I promised?"

Roland looked squarely at her shadow in the mirror, saw the girl's eyes in the mirror gradually become firm, and then nodded imperceptibly.

Roland straightened his collar, trying to make himself look more energetic, then left the bathroom and walked to Beth's room.

There, Hannah and Meg are with the sick.

"Hannah, here I come, let me stand for you for a while. You

What's wrong? "

Hannah said angrily, "I'm fine!" But judging by her expression, she was about to cry.

"Thanks to the young master of the Lawrence family..."

The maid now also tasted the taste of regret.

"Otherwise, in case..."

Roland followed her gaze and looked at Beth together.

Beth had been thin and small, and now her little body was sunk in the mattress and pillows, lifeless.

Her face was no longer flushed with fever, but Beth's face was as white as chalky paint, so that she no longer looked like a real person, but like a broken-down doll.

"Hannah, you go to rest."

Roland ordered decisively, "Meg and I will take care of this place."

Hannah's feelings of regret and regret were not really suitable for caring for patients.

"By the way, Hannah, Mr. Lawrence and Laurie will come to our house to help keep watch at night. You go and greet them." Roland asked the maid to do something, so that she would not dream alone, only regret and fear.

"Meg," Roland looked at Beth's eldest sister who was standing by the couch.

"Beth will be all right," she said. "I met God on the way to send the telegram."

Meg shook her whole body, raised her head, and looked at Roland half in shock and half in doubt.

Roland nodded, she looked calm, as usual.

Meg understood instantly, and laughed with tears in her eyes.

"Oh, Joe, it's very kind of you."

"Just now the doctor sent another message, saying that we should take good care of Beth tonight no matter what. He said that just tonight, it's good that Beth can make it through, and if she can't..."

Meg shook her head with tears in her eyes when she said this, and said, "I have said something wrong, and Beth will make it through, and God be with her."

"indeed so!"

Roland sat down beside Beth's sickbed, and gently held the seemingly unconscious little hand—you know, these hands once played infinitely beautiful music on the grand piano in the Lawrence family.Now, it spread out slightly motionless and fell into the palm of Roland's hand.

Roland held Beth's hand tightly for a moment.

Without blinking, she gazed intently into Beth's pale face.

She mentally tries to talk to Be

Thinking about talking is like trying to communicate with your "self" in the mirror.

She told Beth in her heart: Be brave, be brave again.You will have those who love you the most by your side.

When you muster up the courage to face death, I will be the "God" who protects you.

The author has something to say: 1 Elizabeth is Beth's first name.

2 In the work "Little Women", the character image of Joe is the reflection of the author himself.So in this plane, the protagonist will also have some interaction with the author of the original work.The story will also involve a little bit of the original author's own experience, which is reflected in the part of the original work.