Siheyuan: A journey of mountains and rivers

When Lou Xiao'e appeared in front of everyone holding her father's hand, everyone's attention was attracted. She was wearing a white wedding dress, with a happy smile on her face, and she slowly walked towards He Yuzhu. He Yuzhu looked at her and felt an indescribable emotion in his heart. He knew that this moment would be one of the most beautiful moments in his life.

The two exchanged vows and rings amid the blessings of the crowd. He Yuzhu looked at Lou Xiao'e with deep affection in his eyes: "Xiao'e, from today on, we are husband and wife. I will spend my whole life loving and protecting you."

Lou Xiao'e's eyes sparkled with tears, and she nodded happily: "Yuzhu, I will also spend my whole life accompanying you and supporting you. We will face every day of the future together."

The night in the courtyard slowly fell with laughter and joy. He Yuzhu and Lou Xiaoe stood hand in hand in the courtyard, looking at the relatives and friends around them who cared about them, their hearts filled with gratitude and happiness. They knew that although there were still many unknown challenges in the future, with each other's company and support, everything would become better.

After the wedding, life in the courtyard continued as usual. However, in this peaceful time, He Yuzhu's mood became increasingly heavy. Whenever he was alone, he always felt melancholy. He knew that after marrying Lou Xiao'e, he had more responsibilities in life, but this melancholy did not only come from the pressure of life.

One evening, He Yuzhu was sitting in the yard, looking at the sky gradually darkening, with an indescribable complex emotion in his heart. Just then, He Daqing came over and sat down beside him.

"Yuzhui, you seem to be in a bad mood recently. Is something wrong?" He Daqing asked with concern.

He Yuzhu was silent for a while, and finally said: "Dad, there are things in my heart that I have never told you. During this period of time, I always feel empty in my heart, especially every time I see you, I feel more uneasy."

He Daqing listened, sighed slightly, and patted his son on the shoulder: "Yuzhu, I know you are a good and responsible child, but there are some things you have to learn to accept. In fact, I also have something to tell you."

He Yuzhu's heart tightened, and he looked up at his father, his eyes full of confusion and anxiety: "Dad, what do you want to say?"

He Daqing took a deep breath and said slowly: "Yuzhu, I plan to leave the courtyard and go back to my hometown to live for a while. You are married and have your own family. I don't want to cause you any more trouble."

He Yuzhu was shocked, as if he had been hit hard by a punch. He did not expect his father to make such a decision, and a strong emotion suddenly surged in his heart: "Dad, how could you think like this? You are my closest person, how can you be a trouble? Xiao'e and I are very happy if you stay, you don't have to leave."

He Daqing looked at his son, tears flashing in his eyes: "Yuzhu, I understand your feelings, but I also need to have my own life. I can live more comfortably when I go back to my hometown where I have old friends. Besides, I know you and Xiao'e need your own space. I can't always let you take care of me."

He Yuzhu felt even sadder after hearing this. He knew his father was right, but he still couldn't accept this fact: "Dad, I never felt that taking care of you was a burden. I feel at ease when you are here. Our family should be together."

He Daqing sighed and said earnestly: "Yuzhu, children always have to have their own lives, and parents can't always be with them. I'm just going to live in my hometown for a while, not forever. Don't worry, I will come back to find you if there is anything."

He Yuzhu was silent. He knew his father's decision was well-thought-out and he also understood that his words made sense, but he could not calm down the reluctance and melancholy in his heart. He nodded gently and whispered, "Dad, I respect your decision, but you must remember that no matter what time, this will always be your home."

He Daqing nodded with satisfaction, and felt a pang of bitterness in his heart: "Yuzhu, you are a good child, I am proud of you. You must live a good life and take good care of yourself and Xiao'e."

That night, He Yuzhu tossed and turned, unable to fall asleep. His father's decision made him feel unprecedentedly lonely and uneasy. He remembered that when he was a child, his father was always by his side, teaching him how to cook and how to behave. Now, he has to face all the challenges in life alone, and he can't help feeling a little apprehensive.

The next day, He Daqing packed his luggage and prepared to leave. The neighbors of the courtyard came to see him off, and everyone expressed their reluctance and blessings. Lou Xiao'e took He Yuzhu's hand and comforted him softly: "Yuzhu, Dad is just going back to his hometown to live for a while, don't be too sad. We can visit him often, and he can come back at any time."

He Yuzhu nodded and forced a smile. He knew that he had to be strong for his father and his family. He walked up to his father and said solemnly, "Dad, don't worry, I will take good care of myself and Xiao'e, and I will visit you often."

He Daqing patted his son's shoulder, his eyes full of gratitude and relief: "Yuzhu, remember, no matter what happens, I will always be behind you to support you. Living a good life and being happy is my greatest wish."

After seeing his father off, He Yuzhu was reluctant to let him go, but he gradually understood his father's intentions. He knew that he needed to learn to be independent and take on more responsibilities. He and Lou Xiao'e walked into a new life hand in hand, working hard every day to make each other's lives better.

He Yuzhu has been feeling restless since He Daqing returned to his hometown. He understands that his father's departure was not just to give him and Lou Xiaoe more space, but more to make him learn to be independent and less dependent on him. This realization made He Yuzhu feel a complex emotion, both reluctant and a little sad. He knows that his father meant well, but he also feels a sense of loss from being let go.

One evening, He Yuzhu and Lou Xiao'e were walking in the yard. Lou Xiao'e noticed that He Yuzhu was in a low mood and asked softly, "Yuzhu, what's wrong with you recently? I see that you are always absent-minded."

He Yuzhu stopped, looked at the old tree in the yard, and sighed: "Xiao'e, I'm thinking about Dad. After he left, I felt empty inside and always felt a little uneasy."

Lou Xiao'e held his hand and said gently, "I understand how you feel. After all, you and your son have a deep bond. But you have to understand that your uncle does this to help you grow. He hopes that you can be independent and take care of the family on your own."