Siheyuan, integrating everything, cultivating the city

"Nothing, just thinking about today's business." Li Xiangqian replied casually, but he felt a little uneasy. He didn't want to make Aunt He worry, and he didn't want to reveal his subtle feelings. For Li Xiangqian, this kind of emotion was new, which made him happy but also a little confused.

"It's good as long as the sales are good. Take your time and things will get better and better." Aunt He seemed to have noticed his emotions and comforted him gently. She looked at Li Xiangqian with a hint of understanding and encouragement, as if she wanted to tell him that no matter how difficult the future would be, there would always be a way out.

"I will, Auntie, thank you!" Li Xiangqian raised his head and felt the support and expectation in Auntie He's eyes, and a warm current rose in his heart. He realized that he was not alone, and there was someone who cared about him and was willing to support him, which made him feel very excited.

After dinner, Li Xiangqian sat in the small courtyard, looking at the gradually darkening sky, his inner thoughts were like the twinkling stars in the night sky, chaotic and beautiful. At this moment, his mind was full of Qin Huairu's figure, and that warm smile always gave him strength when he was most tired.

"Should I take the initiative?" Li Xiangqian said to himself, struggling in his heart. His affection for Qin Huairu grew stronger, but he was afraid of the changes that such feelings would bring. He always wanted to impress her with a frank heart, but he was afraid that his frankness would scare her away.

Just as he was lost in thought, a clear laugh suddenly came from his side. Li Xiangqian looked up and saw the children playing in the small yard. Their laughter flowed like a spring, instantly taking away the confusion in his heart. The children were playing, chasing, and fighting in the yard. Li Xiangqian couldn't help laughing, and his mood became happy under the influence of this childlike fun.

"What a happy day." Li Xiangqian sighed, feeling that his life was changing little by little, and gradually moving in the direction he longed for. He began to think about how to make Qin Huairu's life better. Perhaps his efforts and persistence were just to share this beauty with her.

"I have to find an opportunity to have a good chat with her." Li Xiangqian made up his mind. He hoped that through more communication and interaction, Qin Huairu could understand him better. He imagined them chatting and laughing together in the sun, sharing the little things in life. That picture made him feel warm in his heart.

As the night deepened, the children in the courtyard gradually returned home, and the courtyard returned to peace. Li Xiangqian lay on the bed, closed his eyes, and Qin Huairu's smile still appeared in his mind. He knew that tomorrow would be another new beginning, and perhaps it would bring more possibilities and hope.

The next morning, Li Xiangqian got up early and looked at the sunlight pouring into the house through the window. He felt excited. He thought to himself, "I must talk to Qin Huairu more today and try to make her have a deeper impression of me." So he washed up quickly, had breakfast, and quickly went to the market.

Along the way, Li Xiangqian's mood became more and more excited, as if every step was paving the way for his meeting with Qin Huairu. The market was bustling with people, and all kinds of stalls were filled with fresh vegetables and fruits. He was busy setting up his stall, but he kept thinking about the conversation with Qin Huairu in his heart.

"I must let her see me at my best today." Li Xiangqian motivated himself, trying to keep a confident smile, looking forward to her arrival.

Not long after, Qin Huairuo arrived as promised. She walked into the stall with a smile on her face as always. She said hello with a smile: "Good morning, Li Xiangqian! Today's cucumbers look especially fresh!"

"Good morning! Thank you for the compliment. I have prepared some new vegetables today and would like to invite you to try them." Li Xiangqian was excited. He tried to appear natural, but he was unconsciously nervous.

"Oh? What new vegetables?" Qin Huairu asked curiously, with a gleam in his eyes.

"These are some fresh tomatoes and yellow peppers. I think they can be made into a delicious salad." Li Xiangqian was a little nervous, but still tried to remain calm. "If you are interested, I can recommend a few methods to you."

"Of course, I've always wanted to try new recipes." Qin Huairu replied with a smile, her eyes revealing her love and anticipation for food. Li Xiangqian was secretly delighted, knowing that this was an opportunity to have a deep exchange with her.

"Then I'll pick out some particularly good tomatoes for you." Li Xiangqian was excited and quickly began to pick for her. His fingers wandered between the cucumbers and tomatoes, trying to choose the brightest and plumpest vegetables, and he silently said to himself, "I must make her satisfied."

"These tomatoes you picked look really good. I will definitely make good use of them." Qin Huairu looked carefully at the vegetables selected by Li Xiangqian with a smile on her face, and she couldn't help but feel gratified for Li Xiangqian's hard work.

"Actually, I like cooking too, but I've been busy with the stall recently and haven't had much time to try." Li Xiangqian felt more and more relaxed, and his communication with Qin Huairu became easy and natural, as if there was no distance between them.

"It's okay, I just started learning, and I mostly watch videos and read books." Qin Huairu also shared her cooking experience, with a bit of excitement in her eyes. "I think the fun of cooking lies in trying and creating."

"Yes, cooking is really an art." Li Xiangqian nodded in agreement, and his affection for her deepened. "You always give me a different perspective. I really hope to cook with you one day."

"I'm looking forward to it!" Qin Huairu smiled brightly, seeming to be surprised by Li Xiangqian's proposal. "If possible, we can make an appointment and cook some new dishes together!"

Li Xiangqian was filled with ecstasy, as if he really had the opportunity to spend a wonderful time with her. He nodded subconsciously, and the smile on his face became brighter: "That's great, I will definitely prepare very carefully!"

Li Xiangqian's stall was getting busier day by day, with customers flocking to taste his fresh vegetables. He observed the satisfied expressions of his customers, and gradually felt more at ease. However, Li Xiangqian's eyes would always glance at Qin Huairu in the distance from time to time in his busy life, and the tender feelings in his heart rolled like a tide, becoming increasingly difficult to suppress.

"Today's vegetables are really good!" a customer praised. Li Xiangqian smiled back, but he was always thinking about what to do next. After a few days of tending, he felt that the land in the yard seemed a bit messy, especially those stubborn weeds, which often affected the growth of vegetables. He decided to arrange Xu Damao to help weed to ensure that the vegetables could get better nutrients.