Siheyuan: Buyers get rich from hunting

At the same time, on the other side of the No. 95 courtyard, Aunt Li was busy shuttling between the kitchen and the dining table. The clinking of the bowls and chopsticks in her hands made a crisp sound, which intertwined with the occasional bird calls outside the window to form a warm tune of life. There was a satisfied smile on her lips, which was a happy light radiating from the inside out, because tonight, her youngest son Li Hao also came back from his busy unit, with a tired but hard-to-conceal excitement and joy.

Li Hao was recently assigned to work in a factory. He leaves home early and returns late every day, and his life is intense and fulfilling. But even so, his vision and dream for the future are like a beacon, illuminating his way forward and making him full of energy, as if every challenge is a valuable test on the road to success.

"Mom, there was an experienced master in our company today. He taught me a lot of skills on how to complete tasks more efficiently. I find them very useful. After a while, when I have mastered these skills, maybe I can come back from get off work early and help you with the housework!" Li Hao sat at the dining table, eating the food that his mother had specially reserved for him. His excitement and confidence, which came from his heart, made his voice seem particularly powerful, as if he had already seen the heartwarming picture of himself sharing the housework with his mother after mastering the skills.

Aunt Li listened to her son's words, her eyes full of love and relief. She gently patted the back of Li Hao's hand, and that action contained endless maternal love and encouragement. "Hao, work is important, but health is the capital of revolution. Mom is not worried about this, and I am satisfied with your filial piety." Aunt Li's words were gentle and firm. She knew that her son's efforts and struggles outside were all for this family and for a better future.

Li Hao looked at his mother with gratitude, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart. He knew that no matter how difficult life was, his mother was always the one who stood behind him silently and gave him the greatest support and encouragement. This motherly love was his greatest motivation to move forward courageously.

"Mom, don't worry, I will take care of myself. Although my current job is hard, I like it very much and have learned a lot. And I believe that as long as we work hard, our days will get better and better." Li Hao's words were full of firmness and confidence, which reflected his infinite longing and expectation for the future.

Aunt Li listened to her son's words and nodded with satisfaction, with a barely perceptible tear in her eyes. She knew that her son had grown up, had become sensible, and could face the challenges and difficulties of life independently. As a mother, she felt extremely proud.

"Well, my son is the best. No matter what difficulties and challenges you encounter in the future, remember that home will always be your harbor, and your mother will always stand by you, support you and encourage you." Aunt Li said affectionately, her voice full of maternal love and strength.

Li Hao nodded heavily, his heart full of strength and determination. He knew very well that he had the responsibility and mission on his shoulders. He wanted to use his efforts and sweat to create a better future and live up to his mother's expectations and efforts. In this warm courtyard, the hearts of the mother and son were closely connected, weaving their own happiness and dreams together.

After dinner, the family sat in the courtyard, enjoying the summer night breeze. Li Hao enthusiastically talked about interesting things in the workplace. He described his colleagues' humorous words and deeds with great excitement, making everyone laugh. Aunt Li and his father Uncle Li interrupted from time to time, sharing news from the neighborhood. In the courtyard, such nights are always full of warmth and joy, as if all the troubles have disappeared at this moment.

Not far away, Aunt Wang's house is brightly lit. Through the half-closed curtains, you can vaguely see the warm scene in the house, with laughter and joy. Her daughter Xiaofang, the girl who always has a sunny smile, has just returned from a distant university on vacation, carrying heavy luggage on her shoulders, and her heart is full of deep longing for home. Xiaofang is not only the pride of Aunt Wang's family, but also a role model passed down by word of mouth among the neighbors in the entire courtyard - excellent academic performance, repeated scholarships; lively and cheerful personality, actively participate in various school club activities, a truly well-rounded good student.

"Mom, I've prepared a lot of surprises for you this time! Look, these are the books I brought you, and some handicrafts made by our club. Take a look, do you like them?" Xiaofang said as she couldn't wait to open her suitcase and present the beautifully bound books and unique handicrafts to her mother like she was showing off treasures. Those books included literary classics, popular science books, and even some cutting-edge science and technology magazines. Each one was carefully selected by Xiaofang based on her mother's interests. And those handicrafts, such as delicate paper-cuts and colorful woven products, all reveal the craftsman's thoughts and emotions. They are not just objects, but also a testimony to Xiaofang's friendship with her classmates.

Aunt Wang looked at all this and smiled happily. She was pleased with her daughter's growth and touched by her daughter's kindness. She gently stroked the covers of the books and carefully examined each handicraft, as if she could feel every bit of her daughter's school life. "Xiaofang, Mommy really likes these gifts, especially these handicrafts. Each one is so exquisite and thoughtful." Aunt Wang's words were full of praise and pride for her daughter.

Xiaofang responded with a smile: "This is the result of the joint efforts of everyone in our club. We hope that through these small handicrafts, we can convey warmth and beauty, and let more people feel the joy of life." Then, she began to vividly tell her family about her life in college, from the intense study to the colorful club activities, from the deep friendship with classmates to the continuous improvement of personal abilities. She talked endlessly about every detail, and her family members were fascinated and interrupted to ask questions from time to time. The atmosphere was warm and enthusiastic.

Aunt Wang took the books and handicrafts from her daughter with trembling hands. Tears welled up in her eyes. They were tears of happiness, a feeling for her daughter's growth and her expectation for her daughter's infinite future. She gently stroked her daughter's face and said with a choked voice, "Good girl, I love you. You should take good care of yourself at school and don't be too tired. I will always be your strongest support."

In the dead of night, the courtyard gradually sank into the embrace of tranquility, with only the occasional chirping of insects in the distance, which seemed to add a bit of liveliness to this quiet night. However, in this tranquility, the strong family affection and warmth were like an invisible force, penetrating the night and illuminating everyone's heart. In this small courtyard, everyone is silently working hard for a better life. They have their own dreams and hopes in their hearts, just like the bright stars in the night sky. Although they are far away, the light always guides them to move forward bravely and pursue their own starry sky.

Yan Jiecheng, Zhang Yong, Li Hao, Xiaofang... They are just some of the many ordinary residents in this courtyard, but it is these ordinary and tenacious people who have created this society full of vitality and hope. No matter what difficulties and obstacles are waiting for them ahead, they will work closely together, move forward side by side, and jointly paint their own brilliant picture.

The next morning, when the first ray of sunlight, like a shy girl, gently penetrated the misty veil and sprinkled gently on the weathered green tiles of No. 95 Siheyuan, the whole courtyard seemed to be given new life and gradually woke up from its slumber. Xu Damao, a member of this Siheyuan, had already dressed neatly. His clean and neat clothes set off his energetic appearance. His face was filled with unconcealable joy, just like a flower blooming in spring, gorgeous and warm.

He walked briskly to the water pump in the corner of the yard, squatted down, and skillfully operated the old-fashioned water pump that had witnessed the vicissitudes of time. The cool water flow was like nectar, washing his hands carefully, taking away the fatigue of the night, and seemed to be baptizing his new life, heralding a new beginning.

At this time, the neighbor Yan Jiecheng, whom everyone used to call Lao Li, came over with a bamboo basket full of breakfast, smiling. Lao Li's face was full of kindness and warmth, like a ray of warm sunshine in the courtyard.

"Da Mao, I heard that you became a worker in the transportation department? This is really great news! We have a new capable person in our yard!" Old Li said as he placed the bamboo basket steadily on the table beside him, carefully took out two hot and fragrant buns from it, and handed them to Xu Damao.

"Oh, Uncle Li, you are so well-informed! Yes, I just received the notice yesterday, and I was so happy. This is my dream job!" Xu Damao took the bun and took a bite gratefully. The rich aroma instantly spread in his mouth, intoxicating him.

"Of course. Who wouldn't be happy for you that our courtyard has such a capable young man like you? Driving a truck is a technical job and also an enviable job. You have to work hard and bring honor to our courtyard!" Old Li patted Xu Damao on the shoulder, his eyes full of encouragement and expectation.

"Don't worry, Uncle Li, I will never let you down. When I become proficient, I can help you transport goods and solve emergencies when I am free! Our courtyard is a big family, and it is our duty to help each other." Xu Damao said confidently, his eyes flashing with longing and determination for the future.

At this time, Lao Chen also walked slowly from not far away, holding a bucket in his hand, ready to fetch water. Seeing Xu Damao and Lao Li chatting animatedly, he also joined the conversation out of curiosity.

"Da Mao, I heard that you are going to drive a truck? That's a good job! From now on, the transportation of goods in our yard will depend on you! You have to do a good job and don't let us down!" Old Chen said with a smile, his tone full of trust and expectations for Xu Damao.

"Haha, Uncle Chen, I feel so embarrassed by what you said. But don't worry, I will do my best as long as I can help. We people in the courtyard have always been united and helped each other." Xu Damao responded with a smile, his heart full of confidence and strength for the future.

The congratulations and encouragement from the neighbors, like a stream of warm currents, gathered into a powerful force, making Xu Damao more determined to make achievements in the transportation department. He secretly made up his mind to repay this courtyard full of warmth and hope with his own efforts and sweat. He wanted everyone to know that Xu Damao, who came from the No. 95 courtyard, was a capable and responsible young man!

At the same time, the morning at Aunt Li's house unfolds slowly like a warm picture scroll. Li Hao, the young man who is always full of energy and enthusiasm, has already gotten up, dressed in simple home clothes, and worked side by side with his mother in the kitchen to prepare breakfast for the family. In the kitchen, the lights are soft, and the symphony of pots and pans is intertwined with the laughter of the mother and son, forming a warm hymn to life. The kitchen knife in Li Hao's hand jumps quickly on the chopping board, and even slices of vegetables are born under his dexterous fingers. His conversation with his mother is a discussion and planning of infinite possibilities for the future. The confidence and determination for the future, like the rising sun, is warm and firm, which makes Aunt Li's heart full of comfort and pride.

"Hao, remember, no matter how busy you are at work, you must remember to eat, because your health is the capital of the revolution." Aunt Li carefully reminded him while serving plates of hot and fragrant meals to the table. Her eyes showed both love for her son and expectations for his infinite future possibilities.

Li Hao smiled and nodded. His eyes full of gratitude seemed to say, "Mom, I understand. Your love is my strongest support." He knew very well that no matter where he went, his mother's love and care would be like a ray of warm sunshine, always illuminating his way forward.

After dinner, Li Hao hurried to the factory, his steps were firm and powerful, as if every step was in the rhythm of his dream. Aunt Li began to do the housework, her movements were brisk and powerful, every wipe and every tidying seemed to cheer for her son's future and inject more warmth and hope into this family.

On the other side of the courtyard, Xiaofang also got up early. She was wearing a light long dress, sitting on the old wooden chair in the yard, bathing in the soft morning sunshine, flipping through the books she brought back from college. Those books were not only an ocean of knowledge, but also the wings of her dreams. Occasionally, she would look up into the distance, her eyes flashing with longing and dreams for the future, that was a vast world that belonged to her.

"Xiaofang, it's time for breakfast." Aunt Wang's voice came from the kitchen, gentle and kind, breaking Xiaofang's thoughts. She put away her book, walked into the kitchen, sat around the dining table with her family, and enjoyed breakfast together. At the table, the family talked and laughed, sharing their joy and expectations. The warmth of family affection filled everyone's heart with strength.

After dinner, Xiaofang decided to take a walk in the yard to feel the atmosphere of her hometown. She strolled in the alleys of the quadrangle. The bluestone road under her feet recorded the traces of time, and the bricks and trees on both sides seemed to tell the stories of the past. She looked at all this and felt an inexplicable sense of intimacy. Every blade of grass, every brick and every tile here carried her childhood memories and the footprints of her growth. She knew that no matter where she went, this place would always be her root and the home of her soul.

As time goes by, the residents of No. 95 Siheyuan are busy with their own things, but their hearts are closely connected. They use their efforts and sweat to write their own stories, and together weave the warmth and dreams of this Siheyuan. Whether it is Xu Damao's struggle in the transportation department, Li Hao's struggle in the factory, or Xiaofang's pursuit of academics, they are the brightest stars in this Siheyuan. Their dreams and hopes, like the brightest stars in the night sky, not only illuminate each other's way forward, but also lead this Siheyuan to a better future. In this place full of warmth and hope, everyone is interpreting the true meaning of life in their own way, and together they are drawing beautiful pictures.