Siheyuan: Buyers get rich from hunting

When He Yuzhu's mood is as bright as the warm spring sun, his attainments in the field of cooking can be described as "transcendental", which is breathtaking. Every time he steps into the kitchen with a brisk pace, as if he is walking to a cheerful melody, the whole space seems to be shrouded in an indescribable sacred atmosphere, just like a passionate artist who finally steps into the art temple built specifically for him, shining with sparks of inspiration.

Those seemingly ordinary and inconspicuous ingredients on weekdays, once they fall into He Yuzhu's hands that seem to be kissed by magic, they are instantly injected with vitality and become smart and fresh. Under his fingertips, these ingredients have experienced a series of complex and delicate cooking processes, from delicate cutting, even chopping, to hot stir-frying, and mellow stewing. Each step is like a carefully choreographed dance, leading them to complete a gorgeous transformation from ordinary to extraordinary.

On such a sunny day, the entire canteen was filled with an irrepressible bustle and anticipation. Workers gathered in groups of three or five, sitting together, their faces filled with infinite longing for the upcoming delicious lunch. There was a tacit understanding in the air, which was a secret shared by everyone - lunch time was the time when He Yuzhu used food to weave dreams and happiness.

At this moment, He Yuzhu stood firmly in front of the stove, like an unshakable peak of cooking. His eyes were focused and deep, and the light of confidence shone on his face. His skillful technique was simply amazing. Whether it was the sharpness of the knife, the strength of the stir-fry, or the precision of the seasoning, every movement was as smooth as silk, as if it had already been integrated into his blood and became an inseparable part of his life. His love for the cooking career, that deep and persistent emotion, was like an invisible bond, tightly connecting him with everyone around him, and moved everyone present.

Colleagues standing by all looked at him with admiration and respect. They knew that whenever He Yuzhu devoted himself to cooking with such concentration and focus, it meant that a feast for the taste buds was about to begin. It would be a mouth-watering lunch with endless aftertaste. Every bite was the highest praise for He Yuzhu's superb cooking skills, and every exclamation was the best response to his unremitting pursuit and love for cooking.

At this moment full of expectations, Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong, two food connoisseurs with a high reputation in the courtyard, walked slowly into the crowded and bustling canteen at a leisurely pace. They are not only respected elders in the neighborhood, but also masters of appreciation with unique insights and deep feelings for food. The two uncles have long heard of He Yuzhu's cooking skills, which have long been a legend among the neighbors, and have praised him privately many times, full of infinite curiosity and yearning for his superb craftsmanship. Today, hearing that He Yuzhu is about to launch a new dish, this love and pursuit of food drives them to be unable to suppress their inner excitement and expectations, and they specially took time out to come, just to see the style of this master chef and taste the legendary delicious food in person.

When their eyes passed through the crowd and finally fixed on He Yuzhu who was busy in the kitchen, they couldn't help but flash a hint of surprise and admiration in their eyes. He Yuzhu held the spatula in his hand, and his movements were as smooth as flowing water. Every stir-fry and flipping of the spoon seemed so natural and so easy, as if he had merged with the spatula in his hand and the ingredients in the pot, performing a gorgeous dance about food together. Every subtle movement of his revealed his deep understanding and infinite love for the art of cooking, which moved people.

He Yuzhu stared at the ingredients in the pot with full concentration, and the slight sweat on his forehead was the best testimony to his pursuit of food. Although he was busy, his eyes revealed great concentration and seriousness, as if the whole world had been isolated by the spatula in his hand, leaving only him and the food in front of him in a quiet conversation. This scene made Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong, the two uncles standing by, nod in praise secretly, and their hearts were full of infinite longing and imagination for the delicious food that was about to be served, as if they could already foresee the intoxicating feast for the taste buds.

Finally, under the eager eyes of the crowd, steaming hot and fragrant exquisite dishes were served on the table one after another. The first thing that caught the eye was He Yuzhu's signature dish - braised pork. The pieces of meat with bright red color and oily luster were like carefully carved works of art, crystal clear and shining with an attractive luster, making it difficult for people to look away at a glance. Take a bite gently, the meat is soft and chewy, fat but not greasy, and the unique fragrance instantly spreads in the mouth, as if it can awaken the long-dormant taste buds. In the process of tasting, people not only feel the deliciousness of the food itself, but also experience He Yuzhu's deep understanding and infinite love for the art of cooking. At this moment, all the waiting and expectation turned into full happiness and satisfaction, which makes people have endless aftertaste and unforgettable for a long time.

The steamed sea bass is a perfect example of the perfect fusion of nature and cooking. The white fish meat is like the first snow in early winter, lying quietly between the green ginger slices and the bright red chili shreds. The combination of these three colors is both harmonious and vivid, forming a pleasing picture, as if it is a beautiful work of art painted by nature. The delicate texture on the fish meat is clearly visible, like delicate silk, and under the light, it is even more crystal clear and sparkling with an attractive luster. Pick up a piece of fish meat with chopsticks and put it into your mouth. The fresh and smooth taste instantly blooms on the tip of your tongue, as if you can really feel the fresh breath from the depths of the distant sea, gently caressing every taste bud, bringing an indescribable pleasure and satisfaction.

Then, the eyes fell on the seemingly ordinary stir-fried seasonal vegetables. However, it is this seemingly simple and ordinary thing that contains a unique flavor and craftsmanship. The emerald green leaves, like the messenger of spring, are full of vitality and vigor, and set off against the golden garlic cloves, forming a fresh and refined picture. With a light bite, the refreshing and delicious taste spreads in the mouth instantly. It not only retains the most original sweet taste of vegetables, but also incorporates the mellow garlic flavor. In the process of tasting, people seem to be able to feel the gift of nature and the ingenuity of the chef.

Uncles Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong couldn't wait to pick up their chopsticks and began to savor these mouth-watering delicacies. As the first bite of food entered their mouths, they showed surprise on their faces, as if they had discovered some unknown treasure. They ate heartily and praised He Yuzhu's cooking skills highly: "Zhuzi, your cooking skills are getting better and better! Look at these dishes, not only are they beautiful in color and fragrance, but the taste is also amazing, which can be compared with those of the chefs in national-level hotels! Every dish is full of your care and passion, which is really unforgettable!"

He Yuzhu stood quietly by the side, listening to the two uncles' endless praise, with a humble and satisfied smile on his face. Those words of praise, like the warm sun in winter, slowly shone into his heart, making him involuntarily surge with a warm current in his heart. This recognition and encouragement is not only an affirmation of his cooking skills, but also the best reward for his unremitting pursuit and efforts over the years. At this moment, all the hard work and efforts turned into full happiness and pride, making him more determined to go on the road of cooking.

The corners of his mouth slightly raised, outlining a humble yet extremely brilliant smile, which was full of sincerity and satisfaction. He responded softly: "Thank you both for your kindness and high evaluation. In fact, these are really just my job and my responsibility. Whenever I see everyone showing happy and satisfied smiles when tasting delicious food, my heart is filled with incomparable joy and satisfaction. As long as I can make everyone eat happily and satisfied, then all my efforts and sweat will be worth it!"

At this time, other workers who were eating in the cafeteria heard these sincere and simple words, put down their bowls and chopsticks, cast approving glances, and echoed. For a while, the sound of praise came one after another, as if playing a beautiful piece of music.

Some workers gave him a thumbs up, with faces full of admiration, praising He Yuzhu's cooking skills as being superb and unique; others savored the food they had just eaten with an intoxicated look on their faces, exclaiming that the taste was so wonderful that it was unforgettable, as if the unique taste was still lingering on their taste buds. The entire cafeteria seemed to have turned into a sea of ​​joy, filled with laughter and joy, and the atmosphere was warm and warm, and everyone was infected by this wonderful atmosphere.

He Yuzhu's eyes slowly swept over the crowd, watching everyone eating with relish and smiling, and he felt an unprecedented sense of satisfaction and happiness in his heart. This happiness came from his love for cooking, his passion for life, and his ability to bring happiness and satisfaction to everyone with his own hands.

He deeply understands that all these beautiful scenes are only possible because of a huge change in his mentality. In the past, he might complain about the hard work and tediousness of work, and feel the difficulty and hardship of life. But now, when he has learned to face the challenges in life with a positive and optimistic attitude and appreciate every fleeting moment with his heart, he is pleasantly surprised to find that there are so many beautiful things hidden in life that he has ignored.

These beauties may be a quietly blooming flower, a ray of warm sunshine, or a simple but warm home-cooked meal. It is these insignificant but precious beauties that make He Yuzhu love cooking more and more, and also make him cherish every precious time in the kitchen and carefully cooking delicious food. Because he knows that every cooking is a baptism of the soul, and it is an interpretation and expression of the beauty of life.

Time flies, and in the blink of an eye it is time to get off work. The afterglow of the setting sun shines through the window onto He Yuzhu's busy figure, giving him a layer of golden light. He had just put down his tools and was about to change out of his work clothes to enjoy the rare leisure time of the day when he heard hurried footsteps coming from outside the door.

He Yuzhu looked up at the door and saw Yan Bugui hurrying in from the other corner of the courtyard, as if with a gust of wind, sweeping up a few fallen leaves on the ground. His face was filled with anxiety and anticipation, and his eyes were shining with a different light, as if he had something important to announce.

"Zhuzi, Zhuzi!" Yan Bugui shouted, waving his hands vigorously, fearing that He Yuzhu would be immersed in his own world and not notice his arrival. His voice was a little hoarse, but full of power, penetrating the silence in the room.

He Yuzhu looked up when he heard the voice and saw that it was Yan Bugui. He quickly put down what he was holding and walked towards him with a smile on his face: "Hey, Uncle Yan, why are you here? Which way is the wind blowing today? It has blown a busy man like you here." There was a hint of sarcasm in his tone, but it also revealed his respect for Yan Bugui.

Yan Bugui patted He Yuzhui's shoulder with a serious look on his face, as if he wanted to convey some important message: "Zhuzi, I'm not here to chat. Section Chief Liu Ping'an's family is holding a one-year-old banquet for their child, and he specifically asked you to be the chef. This is a big job, you have to prepare well." His tone was serious, but he could hardly hide the joy in his heart.

When He Yuzhu heard this, his eyes suddenly lit up, as if a fire in his heart was ignited, and the joy in his heart was beyond words: "Really? That's great! I will do my best to take care of Chief Liu's family affairs." His voice was full of excitement, as if he had already seen himself showing off his skills at the banquet and winning applause from everyone.

Upon seeing this, Yan Bugui nodded with satisfaction, as if he saw his expectations being realized step by step: "I knew you were reliable. This banquet is different from the usual ones. The people coming are all well-known figures. You have to show your true abilities and don't embarrass me!" His tone was a bit admonishing, but also full of trust.

"Uncle Yan, don't worry! I, He Yuzhu, don't have any other skills, but I am confident in my cooking skills." He Yuzhu patted his chest and guaranteed. His voice was firm and powerful, as if he was proving something to Yan Bugui and himself.

The two chatted for a few more sentences, and Yan Bugui asked He Yuzhu in detail about the preparations for the banquet and his ideas for the menu. He Yuzhu answered one by one, his heart full of anticipation and excitement, as if he had already seen the moment when he would shine at the banquet.

Finally, Yan Bugui left He Yuzhu's house with satisfaction and went to prepare other matters. He Yuzhu stood there, looking at Yan Bugui's departing back, his heart full of gratitude and respect. He knew that this banquet was not only a test of his cooking skills, but also a good opportunity for him to show himself and enhance his reputation. Yan Bugui's trust and support made him feel warm and encouraged.

In the following days, He Yuzhu devoted himself to the preparation of the banquet. He carefully studied the menu, selected the ingredients, and carefully designed the cooking methods for each dish. Whenever it was late at night, he would practice alone in the kitchen, striving to make every dish to perfection. His heart was full of anticipation and tension, as if he was about to take an important exam. But he also knew that only by putting in enough effort and sweat could he win the final victory and glory.