Siheyuan: Buyers get rich from hunting

In this hot season, the well-drilling work in Sijiu City is in full swing, and it seems that even the air is filled with an urgent and warm atmosphere. The scorching sun hangs high, and sweat soaks people's clothes, but this hard work has brought good news that many places have successfully drilled well water. The clear well water moisturizes people's hearts like sweet rain, bringing unprecedented coolness and joy.

In the No. 95 courtyard, a heated discussion about well digging had just ended, and everyone's faces were still slightly flushed with excitement. At this time, Uncle Yi Zhonghai, a highly respected old man, gently patted the teacup in his hand, as if he was recalling the previous discussion, and seemed to remember something important. He turned his head and looked at his wife sitting next to him, with a bit of inquiry and expectation in his eyes: "My dear, haven't you been in charge of the blind date arrangements for Shazhu (He Yuzhu's nickname) and Damao recently? How is it going now? We have to worry about the lifelong affairs of these two children."

This sentence was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, which immediately caused ripples in the courtyard. The second uncle Liu Haizhong and the third uncle Yan Bugui also cast their concerned eyes upon hearing this. Their children were also of marriageable age, so the topic of blind dates naturally became a big stone in their hearts. Therefore, they were particularly concerned about the results of Sha Zhu and Xu Damao's blind dates, hoping to learn from other people's experiences and pave the way for their own children.

Hearing the uncle's question, the aunt shook her head helplessly, and the fan in her hand waved weakly, as if she couldn't even fan it. Her eyes revealed some worry and helplessness: "Hey, you know what, this blind date between Xu Damao and He Yuzhu is really worrying. My old bones are almost broken by these two children." There was some self-mockery in her words, but more of it was her deep worry about the children's future.

Upon seeing this, the second aunt immediately took over the conversation, her eyes sparkling with gossip, as if she was telling a wonderful story: "That's right, Xu Damao is usually smart and quirky, with lots of ideas, but he becomes listless when it comes to this matter. I heard that the girl doesn't have a very good impression of him. She thinks he is too cunning, unsteady, and gives people a feeling that he is unreliable." There was some blame in her words, but more of it was helplessness about Xu Damao's character.

Upon hearing this, Uncle Yi Zhonghai frowned and shook his head, with a stern and concerned tone: "Xu Damao, Xu Damao, if he doesn't change his character, he will suffer in the future. There are so many examples of people being too clever for their own good in this world, you have to think about this carefully." His words were full of expectations and warnings for Xu Damao.

The second aunt curled her lips and continued, "He Yuzhu is even more ridiculous. He has a straightforward personality and never beats around the bush when speaking. Although he is sincere and lovely sometimes, he may offend people because of this. The girl originally had a good impression of him and thought he was honest and a man who could live a good life. But in the end, he made the girl angry and left. I heard that it was because he said a few inappropriate words at the dinner table and offended the girl. Don't you think this matter is worrying?" There was a bit of blame and regret in her words, as if she was heartbroken for Shazhu missing out on a good marriage.

Hearing this, the uncle Yi Zhonghai sighed helplessly, and that sigh seemed to carry too much worry and expectation: "Alas, these two children are really worrying! One is too smart, full of calculations, but forgets that sincerity is the cornerstone of communication with others; the other is too stupid, straight-forward, does not know how to be tactful and flexible, and often does bad things with good intentions. They don't know how to get along with others properly, how can this be possible? Especially He Yuzhu, his mouth, sometimes he just doesn't have a door, speaks without thinking, regardless of the occasion, if this goes on, sooner or later he will suffer a big loss. But then again, this can't be blamed entirely on them, after all, they have lived in different environments since childhood, and have received different education and influences, so their personalities are naturally very different. We, as elders, still have to be more tolerant and teach them patiently, so that they can learn how to behave in the world, otherwise how can they gain a foothold in society in the future and how can they survive?"

Hearing this, the second aunt nodded repeatedly, her eyes revealing some understanding and sympathy: "Yes, what the first uncle said is absolutely right. But I think that this matter really depends on them to think more and experience more. No matter how hard we teach, it is not as profound as their own personal experience. As the saying goes, 'One failure makes you wiser'. Only after they have really hit a wall and fallen can they remember and learn to grow. And I think these two children actually know what's going on, but sometimes they are young and hot-tempered and can't control their temper and mouth. As long as they can realize their problems and are willing to correct them slowly, they will always find the right person, so we don't have to worry too much."

"Oh my god! These two kids are such a headache!" Auntie patted her thigh helplessly, her face full of helplessness and worry, "There are few people in our yard who are worry-free. Look at Xu Damao, he is smart, but he always uses his intelligence in the wrong place; and He Yuzhu, he has a good heart, but his mouth makes people love and hate him. They are both in their twenties and don't even have a partner, which is really worrying! I am like an ant on a hot pot, anxious and running around."

Yi Zhonghai, who was standing by, nodded repeatedly, frowning as he agreed, "Yes, fate is something that cannot be forced. It depends on God's will and on themselves. However, we can't just let it go. After all, this is a lifelong event that can't be taken lightly. We still have to remind them to pay more attention to themselves and the people and things around them. Maybe one day their fate will come. Besides, the experience of our elders can sometimes give them some inspiration and help."

At this time, there was a noise in the yard, mixed with some laughter and playfulness. It turned out that Xu Damao and He Yuzhu came back. They looked depressed and crestfallen, like eggplants hit by frost, losing their former vitality and brilliance. Their eyes revealed a bit of loss and confusion. Obviously, the result of this blind date was not satisfactory.