Siheyuan: A journey of mountains and rivers

As time went by, Qin Huairu gradually felt He Yuzhu's sincerity and persistence. She began to take the initiative to care about He Yuzhu's life, understand his preferences and habits, and gradually, the concerns and reservations in her heart also melted away bit by bit.

On a warm autumn evening, Qin Huairu and Banggeng invited He Yuzhu to go for a walk in the park. The three of them walked along the path in the park, chatting and laughing, the atmosphere was warm and harmonious. Banggeng ran ahead, picked up the fallen leaves, and said with a smile: "Uncle Yuzhu, look at these leaves, they are so beautiful!"

He Yuzhu looked at Banggeng with a smile, his heart filled with joy and satisfaction: "Yes, the autumn leaves are beautiful, just like our lives, which become more beautiful day by day."

Qin Huairu looked at He Yuzhu with a hint of tenderness in her eyes: "Brother Yuzhu, thank you for your care and concern all the time. We are really lucky to have a good neighbor like you."

He Yuzhu felt warm in his heart and said softly: "Huai Ru, I am lucky to be with you. As long as you are happy, I think everything is worth it."

Qin Huairu nodded slightly, feeling a sense of peace and happiness she had never felt before. She knew that she was no longer resisting this relationship, and she gradually accepted He Yuzhu in her heart. Although they had not yet made a clear statement, their sincerity and tacit understanding had made their relationship closer and deeper.

The days continued in peace, and the relationship between He Yuzhu and Qin Huairu continued to heat up. They faced the difficulties and challenges of life together and shared the joy of life together.

One night, He Yuzhu just came back from the factory and walked into the courtyard, and saw Qin Huairu hanging clothes in the yard. She looked up and saw He Yuzhu, with a gentle smile on her face: "Brother Yuzhu, are you tired from work today? Do you want me to get some hot water for you to soak your feet?"

He Yuzhu felt warm in his heart and shook his head: "No need, Huairu, I'm not that squeamish. But you, you look a little tired today, what happened?"

Qin Huairu sighed, a trace of helplessness flashed in her eyes: "Brother Yuzhu, it's nothing, it's just that there is a parent-teacher meeting at Banggeng's school recently, and I don't know what dishes to bring. I heard that other parents will bring some of their specialties, and I'm afraid of losing face for Banggeng."

He Yuzhu smiled and patted her shoulder: "Huai Ru, what's so difficult about this? Let's cook it together. No matter what dish it is, as long as we cook it with our heart, we will definitely make Bang Geng proud in front of his classmates."

Qin Huairu nodded, feeling warm in her heart: "Brother Yuzhu, thank you for your help."

He Yuzhu smiled and said, "It's not a big deal. We are friends. We will start preparing tonight and go to the market to buy fresh ingredients tomorrow morning."

That night, He Yuzhu and Qin Huairu were busy in the kitchen. They decided to make a braised pork, a steamed fish, and a few vegetarian dishes. These dishes were all popular and not too complicated. He Yuzhu showed off his skills in the kitchen, while Qin Huairu helped by cutting and washing vegetables. The two worked in perfect harmony.

"Brother Yuzhu, you are amazing. This braised pork is so delicious and tasty. Why didn't I realize you are such a good cook before?" Qin Huairu exclaimed as she watched the braised pork gradually taking shape in the pot.

He Yuzhu smiled and said, "Huai Ru, you are ignorant. In fact, cooking is also a technical job. As long as you do it with your heart, you can make delicious dishes. You can learn more in the future, and you will be able to cook slowly."

Qin Huairu nodded and silently memorized every step that He Yuzhu taught her. She found that He Yuzhu not only cooked delicious food, but also had a delicate mind and always noticed the details that she overlooked. This deepened her feelings for He Yuzhu.

When making steamed fish, He Yuzhu carefully taught Qin Huairu how to remove the scales, clean the fish's internal organs, and how to marinate the fish to make the fish meat more delicious. Qin Huairu felt warm in her heart as she learned. She knew that He Yuzhu was really teaching her with his heart, and she was deeply moved by his dedication.

After working for more than two hours, the dishes were finally ready. He Yuzhu looked at the sumptuous dishes on the table and nodded with satisfaction: "Huai Ru, let's try them tonight and make another one to bring to school tomorrow."

Qin Huairu looked at the dishes with anticipation in her heart: "Okay, Brother Yuzhu, you've worked so hard today."

He Yuzhu waved his hand: "Why work so hard? Seeing you and Banggeng happy makes me feel that everything is worth it."

While eating, Banggeng happily tasted every dish and kept praising: "Uncle Yuzhu, your cooking is so delicious! My mom is also very good, helping you cook so well!"

He Yuzhu smiled and touched Banggeng's head: "Banggeng, if you like it, eat more. Your mother will also be able to cook these dishes in the future, so you must enjoy them."

When Qin Huairu heard this, a happy smile appeared on her face: "Great, mom will make more delicious food for you in the future."

That night, He Yuzhu and Qin Huairu felt extremely satisfied and warm in their hearts. Although it was just an ordinary cooking experience, the relationship between them became deeper and closer in the process.

The next morning, He Yuzhu and Qin Huairu went to the market to buy fresh ingredients, and spent the whole morning making a new dish, carefully packed it, and brought it to Banggeng's school. Seeing other parents and classmates praising their dishes, Banggeng smiled proudly, and He Yuzhu and Qin Huairu were also sincerely happy.

That night, after returning to the courtyard, Qin Huairu said to He Yuzhu gratefully: "Brother Yuzhu, thank you so much today. If it weren't for you, I really don't know what to do."

He Yuzhu looked at her with a smile, his heart full of tenderness: "Huai Ru, you're welcome. As long as you and Bang Geng are happy, I think everything is worth it."

Qin Huairu looked at He Yuzhu, and the worries and reserve in her heart gradually dissipated, replaced by a deep trust and dependence. She knew that He Yuzhu was really good to her, and she began to accept his feelings, silently hoping that in the future, they could always support each other like this and go through every stage of life.

One morning, the sun shone through the curtains into the courtyard. He Yuzhu stood in the yard, looking in the direction of Xu Damao's house not far away, and fell into deep thought. That was Xu Damao's house, a place he didn't like to go to in the past, because Xu Damao was always arrogant and loved to show off, which often made people feel uncomfortable. However, the experience during this period gave him a new understanding of Xu Damao.

He Yuzhu's thoughts went back to a few years ago, when he had just moved into the courtyard and was a passionate young man, full of hope and enthusiasm for life.