forewarned is forearmed; the hero has plans already laid (idiom); to have plans ready in advance

bide one's time(wait for an opportunity to act)

pay attention to minor things

be extremely cruel and merciless

go forward by helping each other(go together)

build/mend bridges and repair roads

The reformation is for all.

temporal punishment

érudit(savant)

Plain and shameless

The situation is getting better and better.(Reality is a compelling force.)

Snow and fingers

Constant departure and reunion of friends

fall over backwards

good-looking face

bring sons and daughters along with one

One's heart sinks.(lose heart)

pull up the sleeves and raise the fists

palm something off(sell stones as jade)

Heart stirring