Siheyuan: A journey of mountains and rivers

Lou Xiao'e nodded, her eyes full of determination: "Yes, Yuzhu. Xiaozhu needs our support. We can make a study plan, take time out every night to do homework with him, and check his learning progress."

He Yuzhu nodded in agreement: "Yes, we can also accompany him to do more extracurricular activities and cultivate his interests and hobbies. This will not only enrich his life, but also increase his self-confidence."

Lou Xiao'e thought for a moment and suggested, "Yuzhu, we can also participate in some family activities with Xiaozhu, such as taking a walk in the suburbs on weekends, or making some handicrafts together. This can enhance the relationship between us and let Xiaozhu feel the warmth of family."

After hearing this, He Yuzhu's eyes flashed with approval: "Good idea, family activities can help Xiaozhu relax and increase his sense of dependence on the family. At the same time, we should communicate more with the school to understand Xiaozhu's performance in school and adjust our plans in time."

Lou Xiao'e smiled and nodded: "Yes, Yuzhu. We must combine family and school to help Xiaozhu grow together."

They decided to start from the next day, and set a fixed hour every night. He Yuzhu would be responsible for checking Xiaozhu's homework, and Lou Xiaoe would accompany Xiaozhu to read extracurricular books to broaden his knowledge. Every weekend, they would arrange a family activity, whether it was an outing or making handicrafts at home, and let Xiaozhu participate in it to cultivate his interest and hands-on ability.

The next night, He Yuzhu sat at the desk, watching Xiaozhu doing his homework seriously, and felt very happy. He asked softly, "Xiaozhu, how was your day at school today?"

Xiao Zhu looked up at his father and said with a smile: "Dad, I got a red flower for answering a question in class today, and the teacher praised me."

He Yuzhu felt proud when he heard this: "Xiaozhu, you are awesome! You should keep working hard. Dad believes you can achieve better results."

Lou Xiao'e came in with a cup of hot milk and said gently, "Xiao Zhu, drink a cup of milk and take a rest. Mom picked out an interesting story book for you today. Let's read it together later, okay?"

Xiao Zhu took the milk and nodded happily: "Okay, Mom. I like listening to stories."

He Yuzhu watched the interaction between the mother and son, and his heart was filled with warmth and satisfaction. He knew that such time was extremely precious to Xiaozhu, and it also strengthened his determination to continue working hard.

On the weekend, He Yuzhu and his family of three went to the suburbs together. They spread a large blanket on the grass and brought Xiaozhu's favorite kite and ball. Xiaozhu ran around excitedly, and his laughter echoed under the blue sky and white clouds. He Yuzhu and Lou Xiaoe looked at their son's happy appearance, and their hearts were filled with happiness.

He Yuzhu released the kite, and Xiaozhu shouted excitedly, "Dad, it flies so high! Can I try it too?"

He Yuzhu smiled and handed over the kite string: "Of course, Xiaozhu. Dad will teach you how to fly a kite."

Xiao Zhu carefully took the kite string and slowly learned how to control the kite under the guidance of He Yuzhu. He looked up at the kite in the sky with a confident light in his eyes: "Dad, I succeeded!"

He Yuzhu looked at his son, his heart filled with pride: "Yes, Xiaozhu, you are really great. As long as you work hard, there is nothing you can't do."

In the afternoon, they played ball together on the grass. He Yuzhu and Lou Xiao'e deliberately let Xiaozhu win, so that he could have more fun and confidence in the game. Xiaozhu laughed constantly, and He Yuzhu and Lou Xiao'e also felt extremely happy.

After returning home, He Yuzhu and Lou Xiao'e sat on the sofa and talked about today's activities. Lou Xiao'e said: "Yuzhu, Xiaozhu had a lot of fun today. I think this kind of family activity is very helpful to him."

He Yuzhu nodded in agreement: "Yes, Xiao'e. We must persevere and let Xiaozhu feel the warmth and support of the family."

Lou Xiao'e looked at He Yuzhu with a smile, her eyes full of determination: "Yuzhu, we will work together to make Xiaozhu grow up healthy and happy."

Although the family atmosphere is becoming increasingly warm and Xiaozhu has gradually regained his confidence, He Yuzhu still finds it difficult to completely let go. He often thinks of the ridicule and isolation that Xiaozhu has suffered, and his heart is filled with love for his son and self-blame as a father. He knows that he must do more to give Xiaozhu more protection and support, but he also understands that some things cannot be solved by one person alone.

One night, He Yuzhu sat alone in the yard, looking at the starry sky, feeling heavy in his heart. He recalled the time when Xiaozhu cried and told him that he was laughed at by his classmates, and his heart ached. He tried to suppress the anger and helplessness in his heart, but these emotions kept coming out, making it difficult for him to calm down.

At this time, Lou Xiao'e walked out of the house, saw He Yuzhu's expression, sat down next to him gently, and asked softly: "Yuzhu, what are you thinking about? You always seem to be worried lately."

He Yuzhu was silent for a moment, and finally sighed: "Xiao'e, I always find it hard to let it go. Every time I think of the harm Xiaozhu suffered in school, I feel extremely angry and blame myself. I feel that I failed to protect him."

Lou Xiao'e gently held He Yuzhu's hand and said softly, "Yuzhu, you have done a good job. Xiaozhu is becoming more and more confident now, and this is all thanks to you. We can't keep immersing ourselves in the pain of the past. We must look forward and give Xiaozhu a better future."

He Yuzhu lowered his head and took a deep breath: "I know, Xiao'e. I just feel that as a father, I should do more. I don't want Xiaozhu to be hurt again."

Lou Xiao'e's eyes flashed with tenderness and determination: "Yuzhu, let's work together, okay? We must believe that Xiaozhu will become stronger and stronger. As long as we are by his side, he will not feel lonely."

He Yuzhu nodded, feeling a little comforted: "You are right, Xiao'e. I will try to let go of those negative emotions and focus on Xiaozhu's growth."

In the following days, He Yuzhu accompanied Xiaozhu even more attentively. They studied and played together, and He Yuzhu gave Xiaozhu as much attention and support as possible. Although the haze in his heart sometimes emerged, he always firmly told himself to set a strong example for Xiaozhu.

One day, Xiao Zhu ran home excitedly, holding a painting in his hand, with a smile on his face: "Dad, Mom, this is the painting I drew in art class today. The teacher said that my painting is very good!"

He Yuzhu took the painting and looked at it carefully. It was a warm family with three people holding hands and standing in a garden full of flowers.