Tracing the Memory of the Spring Water The spring water is transported to the city through pipes. Initially rejected by the citizens, it gradually helps them with its water—for drinking, irrigation, painting walls... But on rainy days, when it sees clusters of paper boats and umbrellas returning to the ocean, it begins to yearn for its homeland. To return home, it endures hardships like cold winds, deserts, and scorching sun, eventually making its way back to its origin—the spring pond. Yet, as it finally merges into the pond, memories of its life in the city and the people it encountered emerge around the water’s edge. A concise and灵动 story, paired with beautiful visuals and a gentle, soothing soundtrack, makes this short film as touching as spring rain nurturing the earth. The journey of the spring water reflects the experiences of every individual: setting out, drifting with the flow, returning home, and reminiscing about one’s life. This unchanging cycle of life is an eternal reflection of our own existence.