Siheyuan: A journey of mountains and rivers

"Huai Ru, the braised pork is ready, come and try it." He Yuzhu put the braised pork on a plate and handed it to Qin Huai Ru.

Qin Huairu took the chopsticks, picked up a piece of braised pork, and chewed it gently. The taste of the braised pork spread in her mouth, sweet but not greasy, fat but not fishy, ​​making her feel extremely satisfied and happy.

"Brother Yuzhu, this dish is really great!" Qin Huairu exclaimed sincerely.

He Yuzhu smiled and said, "As long as you like it, once you learn how to cook these dishes, you can cook them for your family in the future."

Qin Huairu nodded, with a determined light in her eyes. She knew that she had learned a lot, not only cooking skills, but also the courage and confidence to face life.

Life in the courtyard continues, and the story of He Yuzhu and Qin Huairu is constantly writing new chapters. They use their hearts and hands to weave a beautiful picture of life together. In this quiet courtyard, every day is a new beginning, and every day is full of hope and expectation. Their story will continue to be written in this small world, and it will never end.

Time flies, and the days in the courtyard pass day by day. The tacit understanding between He Yuzhu and Qin Huairu becomes deeper and deeper. They experience the changes of the four seasons together, face various challenges in life together, and every day becomes fulfilling and beautiful.

One afternoon, He Yuzhu suddenly thought that he hadn't taken Qin Huairu out for a walk for a long time. Although life in the courtyard was peaceful and beautiful, he felt that going out to relax properly would be a good change for her.

"Huai Ru, are you free this afternoon? I want to take you somewhere." He Yuzhu looked at Qin Huai Ru with a hint of expectation in his eyes.

Qin Huairu was stunned for a moment, then nodded, "Yes, Brother Yuzhu, where are you taking me?"

He Yuzhu smiled mysteriously and said, "You'll know when you get there."

In the afternoon, the sun was shining brightly, and He Yuzhu and Qin Huairu went out together. They walked on the street, feeling the warmth of the afternoon, their hearts full of anticipation and curiosity.

"Brother Yuzhu, where are you taking me?" Qin Huairu couldn't help but ask.

He Yuzhu smiled and said, "Huai Ru, don't worry, you will know when you get there."

After walking for about half an hour, they came to a time-honored teahouse. This teahouse was antique and elegant. He Yuzhu often came here to drink tea. He felt that the tea here was rich in fragrance and the environment was quiet, which was very suitable for relaxing.

"Brother Yuzhu, are you bringing me here for tea?" Qin Huairu was a little surprised.

He Yuzhu nodded, "Yes, the tea here is very special, I think you will like it."

The two found a seat by the window and sat down. He Yuzhu ordered a pot of Pu'er tea. Soon, the tea came up and the rich tea fragrance filled the air, making people feel relaxed and happy.

Qin Huairu took a sip of tea and immediately felt her mouth watering and her mood relaxed. She looked at the scenery outside the window and felt extremely peaceful and satisfied.

"Brother Yuzhu, thank you for bringing me here. It's really nice here." Qin Huairu said sincerely.

He Yuzhu smiled slightly, "Huai Ru, life is not just about being busy, sometimes you also need to relax and enjoy. I hope you can find some peace and happiness here."

Qin Huairu nodded with emotion. She knew that every word of He Yuzhu was full of care and consideration. He was not only her teacher, but also her friend and a light in her life.

The sky gradually darkened, and the afterglow of the setting sun sprinkled on the walls of the courtyard, dyeing them with a layer of golden color. On the way back from the teahouse, He Yuzhu and Qin Huairu felt the tranquility and beauty. When they walked to the market, He Yuzhu suddenly remembered that there were no eggs at home, so he decided to buy some and prepare a simple but delicious egg custard.

"Huai Ru, let's go to the market to buy some eggs. Today I will teach you how to make egg custard. Although this dish is simple, it does require some skills to make it smooth and delicious." He Yuzhu suggested.

Qin Huairu nodded in agreement, her heart full of anticipation. Although the egg custard seemed ordinary, she knew that every dish made by He Yuzhu had a unique flavor and technique, and every time she learned from him, she would gain something new.

The two walked into the market, and He Yuzhu was selecting eggs in front of a familiar stall. When the stall owner, Lao Li, saw He Yuzhu, he greeted him warmly, "Master He, are you here to buy eggs again? These eggs are very fresh today."

He Yuzhu smiled and nodded, "Yes, Lao Li, give me a dozen fresh eggs."

Old Li skillfully picked out a dozen eggs, put them into a paper bag and handed them to He Yuzhu. Qin Huairu watched from the side, feeling extremely warm and satisfied. She felt He Yuzhu's attentiveness and thoughtfulness. He always considered her very thoughtfully, making her feel at home in this courtyard.

Back at the courtyard, it was getting dark. He Yuzhu and Qin Huairu walked into the kitchen and started preparing dinner. He Yuzhu cracked the eggs into a bowl one by one, beat them lightly with chopsticks, added appropriate amount of water and salt, and stirred evenly.

"Huai Ru, the key to making egg custard lies in the ratio of water to eggs. Too much water will make it watery, and too little will make it less smooth. Generally, a one-to-one ratio is most suitable." He Yuzhu explained while operating.

Qin Huairu watched carefully and silently memorized every step in her mind. She knew that although the egg custard seemed simple, it also contained many details and skills. Only by truly mastering these can a delicious dish be made.

He Yuzhu poured the beaten egg liquid into a flat bottom bowl, covered it with plastic wrap, and put it into the steamer. He adjusted the heat and started timing, "The time for steaming the egg custard is also very important, generally ten to fifteen minutes, and the heat must be controlled just right."

While steaming the egg custard, He Yuzhu and Qin Huairu talked about their trip to the teahouse this afternoon. Qin Huairu praised the environment and tea of ​​the teahouse, and she felt that this afternoon was so peaceful and beautiful.

"Brother Yuzhu, I had a really good time this afternoon. Thank you for taking me there." Qin Huairu said gratefully.

He Yuzhu smiled and said, "Huai Ru, as long as you are happy. Sometimes in life you need to relax and enjoy yourself so that you can better face the challenges ahead."

Qin Huairu nodded, and was even more touched by He Yuzhu's care and consideration. She knew that He Yuzhu was not only teaching her how to cook, but also teaching her how to face life and how to find the fun and meaning in life.

When the time was up, He Yuzhu opened the steamer and a rich aroma hit him. The surface of the egg custard was smooth and delicate, and the golden color made people's appetite grow. He Yuzhu poked it lightly with chopsticks, and the egg custard immediately bounced back, proving that the heat was perfectly controlled.