Where Can We Find True Loyalty and Honor? Reflections on the Cross Inspired by Chinese Blockbuster 'Dear You'

Recently, the Chinese movie "Dear You" (《给阿嬷的情书》) has been a big hit in theaters. What makes the film so moving is not simply its romance, family bonds, or nostalgic memories of a bygone era. What truly touches the audience is something increasingly rare in our time: qingyi (情义).

Here, "qingyi" (loyalty and honor) does not refer to transactional social obligations or the loyalty of brotherhood and family clans. Rather, in human relationships, it refers to qualities such as keeping one's word, showing gratitude, taking responsibility, extending compassion, and being willing to bear costs for others. However, where does such genuine faithfulness and devotion ultimately come from?