Once there lived a wise man. His son, however, was very lazy and did nothing all day. The wise man was1about his son's future. One day, he said to his son," I want you to find some2 I have drawn a map to guide you." Then he handed his son a bag. Inside the bag were clothes, some food, a little money and the map.
The son3the next day. He had to travel across forests, rivers and mountains. Along the way, he was helped by some with food and by some with rooms to live in. He4robbers (强盗) who tried to rob him. He also saw changing scenery and seasons. Finally, after along year, he got to the place his father said. He5two days looking and digging for treasure (宝藏), but found6.
So he had to head back to his home. On the way, he experienced the same scenery. Sometimes, he would stop to enjoy the beauty of nature. He also learned to make7in order to fill his stomach. He8had to fix his clothes himself. He was now able to tell time by the position of the sun. He met the same people who had helped him9. This time he stayed and helped them in order to repay them.
When he got home, he said10to his father for not finding the treasure." There wasn't any treasure in the very first place, my son," the father answered with a smile. "But I think you have found your life's true purpose."