Siheyuan: Tathagata's Palm suppresses the entire courtyard!

Jia Xiaoying couldn't help but feel happy when she heard this. She knew that this cooperation was of great significance to her company, and Xu Mingjie's recognition made her feel gratified.

They both said goodbye and walked out of the cafe together. The street outside was busy with people and the sun shone on them, warm and comfortable.

Jia Xiaoying opened her phone and checked the time. It was already afternoon, and she still had some things to deal with, so she said goodbye to Xu Mingjie and prepared to leave.

"Mr. Xu, let's talk next time we meet." Jia Xiaoying said goodbye to Xu Mingjie with a smile.

"Okay, Miss Jia, have a safe trip." Xu Mingjie responded politely.

Jia Xiaoying turned and left the cafe, walking all the way to the company. She was in a good mood and full of expectations for the future. She believed that this cooperation would be successful and bring more development opportunities to the company.

When Jia Xiaoying heard this, she couldn't help but feel angry. She knew Xu Mingjie was lying. "Xu Mingjie, I won't believe your lies. I know you have other purposes for Niu Tinggui. If you don't stop, I will make you pay the price."

Xu Mingjie was furious when he heard what Jia Xiaoying said. He didn't expect Jia Xiaoying to speak rudely to him. "Miss Jia, are you threatening me? I tell you, I won't be scared by you."

Jia Xiaoying became even more angry when she heard this, and she decided to let Xu Mingjie know her determination. "Xu Mingjie, I'm not threatening you, I just want to warn you not to hurt others again. If you don't stop, I will make you pay the price."

Xu Mingjie was furious when he heard what Jia Xiaoying said. He knew that Jia Xiaoying was serious. "Okay, Miss Jia, I will remember your words and I will stop."

Jia Xiaoying looked at Xu Mingjie's expression and became a little wary. She knew that this person was not so easy to deal with. "Xu Mingjie, I hope you can remember my words and don't do anything to let Niu Tinggui down again."

Xu Mingjie was furious when he heard what Jia Xiaoying said. He knew he had to be careful. "Okay, Miss Jia, I will remember your words."

After hearing this, Jia Xiaoying felt a little relieved. She knew that she had to be wary of this person. "Xu Mingjie, I hope you can do it."

Xu Mingjie's parents moved into this courtyard when he was very young. At that time, he was still a little kid, running around in the yard all day. He remembers every brick and every tree in the yard. The stone table and stone bench under the old locust tree was where he always liked to play hide-and-seek with his friends when he was a child. Today, the yard is still the same yard, but he is no longer the child he was back then.

He stood at the gate of the courtyard and took a deep breath, as if he could smell the familiar fragrance in his memory. Pushing open the red painted gate, everything in the courtyard remained the same. His parents were busy in the living room, his mother was preparing dinner, and his father was reading a newspaper. Seeing their son coming back, both parents smiled.

"Mingjie, you're back? How's your work?" Mother put down the work in her hands and asked with a smile.

"It's okay, Mom. The company has been busy lately, but everything is going well." Xu Mingjie forced a smile, but in his heart he was thinking about the various pressures at work recently.

The Evolution of Siheyuan

Siheyuan is a traditional residential building in Beijing. It emphasizes the roundness of the sky and the squareness of the earth, and the squareness of the four sides, symbolizing the harmony and stability of the family. The Siheyuan of Xu Mingjie's family has a history of 100 years. It was once managed by his grandfather. Nowadays, with the changes in the city, such old houses are becoming less and less, and the Siheyuan has gradually become a cultural symbol.

Xu Mingjie's parents are the guardians of the Siheyuan, and they have deep feelings for this courtyard. His father, Old Man Xu, has been working in the Siheyuan since he was young, and his mother has been doing housework in the courtyard. Xu Mingjie grew up here and is full of feelings for this courtyard.

"Dad, Mom, have you ever thought about selling this house and trading it for a more modern apartment?" Xu Mingjie asked tentatively.

His father put down the newspaper and looked at him with a frown: "This house is the root of our family, how can you say that?"

Mother sighed: "Mingjie, we know you are doing this for our own good, but this courtyard is more than just a house, it is our home and our roots."

Xu Mingjie nodded. He understood his parents' feelings, but he also knew that this courtyard house was no longer suitable for modern lifestyles. As his parents got older, their health deteriorated, and it became increasingly difficult to maintain the old house.

The choice between family and career

Xu Mingjie works in a foreign company. His position is not low, but the pressure is great. He leaves home early and comes back late every day, often working overtime until late at night, and has almost no time to spend with his parents. He has always had a problem in his mind: how to find a balance between career and family.

That night, Xu Mingjie tossed and turned in bed, his parents' faces reappearing in his mind. He remembered his parents' love for him when he was a child, his father taking him to the park, and his mother cooking his favorite braised pork in the kitchen. These memories filled him with guilt.

"I can't go on like this." He made up his mind secretly.

Guardian of the Siheyuan

The next morning, Xu Mingjie came to his parents with a firm determination. He looked at his parents, took a deep breath, and said, "Dad, Mom, I have decided to resign and go home to help you protect this courtyard."

The father was stunned, and the mother was also shocked: "Mingjie, what did you say? Resign? Are you crazy?"

"I'm not crazy, Dad and Mom. I've thought it through. No matter how important my career is, it can't be compared to you. I don't want to wait until I lose it to regret it." Xu Mingjie said in a firm tone.

The father was silent, and the mother's eyes were red: "Mingjie, have you really decided?"

Xu Mingjie nodded: "Yes, I have decided."

His parents finally smiled with satisfaction. At that moment, Xu Mingjie felt the long-lost family warmth.

New beginning

Xu Mingjie quit his high-paying job and returned to the Siheyuan. At first, he was a little uncomfortable. From a busy white-collar worker to an ordinary guardian, such a change made him a little overwhelmed. But he quickly adjusted his mentality and began to devote himself to the daily maintenance of the Siheyuan.

He invited a professional repair team to repair and reinforce the courtyard. Every brick and tile was carefully inspected and repaired. The flowers, plants and trees in the courtyard were also carefully cared for, and the whole courtyard was rejuvenated.

Xu Mingjie also opened a small cafe in the courtyard, attracting some young people who are interested in Siheyuan culture. This not only increased income, but also made Siheyuan more popular.