西疆雪
Yam Monster 3
After rescuing their mother, the two brothers prepared to leave the monster's dwelling. Just then, the younger brother suddenly heard a child crying from inside the house. They went in and discovered another child beside their mother. Their mother lowered her head and softly said: "He is... the Yam Monster's child." The two brothers froze. But looking at the child who knew nothing, they couldn't bring themselves to abandon him. The family set off on the road home. The child grew day by day, living with his two older brothers. He would follow them into the mountains and listen to his mother tell stories at night. Yet strangely, he always seemed to gaze towards the distant mountains. One day, the child suddenly asked: "What lies beyond the mountains?" No one answered him. Several more years passed, and the child grew into a young boy. One morning, he stood outside, looking deep into the forest. His mother came to his side. "What are you looking at?" After a long silence, the boy said: "I want to go back." His mother's expression changed. "Go back where?" The boy didn't answer, but turned and ran into the forest. His mother and two brothers rushed after him. But the boy ran faster and faster, eventually disappearing into the dense woods. They never found him again. From then on, people said that although the child grew up in the human world, he ultimately carried the blood of the Yam Monster. When the time came to return, he eventually went back to the mountains.
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Lv.97
西疆雪
AuthorWarning - I'm sure the Tao people have this story, but my memory is fragmented. This was pieced together through discussions with AI about existing Tao customs and online information. It might not be entirely accurate compared to the actual story, so please don't take it as fact.
Lv.1
波芙
Thank you for specifically adding the background. I can feel your respect for traditional culture. Even if there are discrepancies with details and legends, the tenderness towards life you've written makes this story unique. Seeing your dedication is reassuring, and I'll be looking forward to future stories.
Lv.73
woods
What a special story.

