Siheyuan: Tathagata's Palm suppresses the entire courtyard!

As the summer heats up, life in the courtyard seems to have entered a new phase. Xu Mingjie wanted to bring some coolness to himself and his neighbors, so he bought a big watermelon on a whim. When he saw the bright red color in the market, he couldn't help but feel happy, as if the sweetness of the watermelon could dispel the summer's restlessness.

When he put the watermelon in the middle of the courtyard, the second uncle was sitting on a bench next to him, peeling a cucumber. Hearing the noise, he looked up. "Why did you buy a watermelon?" The second uncle asked while chewing a cucumber, raising his eyebrows, with a suspicious expression on his face.

"Uncle, it's very hot today, let's eat watermelon together to cool down." Xu Mingjie had a sunny smile on his face, but he was a little nervous. He knew that Uncle was always full of doubts about his actions, and although he was unwilling, he still hoped to take this opportunity to let Uncle feel the coolness of watermelon.

"You only know how to spend money, but you have no idea what to do." The second uncle said, pointing at the watermelon. "How many days can this thing last? After you buy it, you'll worry about not being able to finish it." He felt a little dissatisfied and thought Xu Mingjie's behavior was a bit casual.

Xu Mingjie's heart tightened, as if he was about to have another argument with the second uncle, but he tried to calm himself and responded in a relaxed manner: "This is a great way to cool down in the summer. It won't be wasted if we share it together." He tried to make his voice sound light and cheerful, for fear that this small piece of watermelon would cause another argument.

At this time, Lin Xiaoyu happened to pass by and saw the watermelon, her eyes suddenly lit up. "Wow, watermelon! It's so good! I like it too!" The smile on her face was like the summer sun, warm and bright. Xu Mingjie was delighted, thinking that this move was not in vain, at least it made Xiaoyu happy.

"Come and eat with us!" Xu Mingjie said as he cut the watermelon with a knife, revealing the bright red flesh. The juice shone with an attractive luster in the sun. Seeing this, the second uncle's mouth curled up unconsciously. Although he didn't say it, his eyes showed a hint of expectation.

"I don't want to take advantage of you two." The second uncle pretended to be serious, but he was actually secretly happy in his heart. Seeing the happiness of the young people, he couldn't help but feel a lot more relaxed.

The aroma of watermelon wafted in the air, and Xu Mingjie handed the cut watermelon to Xiaoyu, and then to the second uncle. He carefully watched the second uncle's expression, fearing that he would refuse. The second uncle held the watermelon, looked at it, sighed slightly, and finally took it. "Since you bought it, let's eat it."

Seeing that the second uncle was finally willing to try it, Xu Mingjie was secretly delighted. The watermelon flesh was cool and delicious, with a slight sweetness, and the fresh juice splashed when bitten. Xu Mingjie couldn't help laughing, "This is the taste of summer!"

Lin Xiaoyu also laughed, as if she was infected by Xu Mingjie's happiness. She held the watermelon in her mouth and said sweetly, "It's delicious. I like this fresh feeling!"

While the three people were enjoying the watermelon in the yard, the neighbors gathered around and joined the small watermelon party after hearing the laughter. Xu Mingjie felt warm in his heart, and this atmosphere made him feel the beauty and simplicity of life.

At this moment, the second uncle suddenly looked at the corner and frowned slightly. He was not very happy about the arrival of the neighbors. He thought to himself that the courtyard was his "territory" and he didn't want it to be too lively. But then he thought again and saw Xu Mingjie's happy look, and his mood gradually relaxed.

"Your generation only knows how to enjoy themselves. I really don't know what we will do in the future." Although the second uncle was dissatisfied, a smile appeared in the corner of his eyes. He looked at the happy faces of the young people and felt a little relieved.

Xu Mingjie felt a little emotional when he heard this. He thought that maybe the second uncle was not completely rejecting him, but just hoped that he could take due responsibilities while enjoying himself. So he tried to propose his plan to the second uncle: "Second uncle, I've been thinking recently that if I have time, I will go to the nearby library to volunteer and help the children read. What do you think?"

"That's a good idea." The second uncle pondered for a moment, and finally nodded, his expression softening. "Young people should have a sense of responsibility, not just enjoy life." His attitude seemed to be much more tolerant than before, and Xu Mingjie felt relieved.

Lin Xiaoyu also agreed: "I can go with you. It's a great idea to help the children learn!" Her enthusiasm made Xu Mingjie feel an inexplicable motivation, and things seemed to be no longer so complicated.

"You two are really young and energetic, just messing around when you have nothing to do." The second uncle curled his lips, but there was a hint of admiration in his eyes. "But it would be boring if you messed yourself up."

Xu Mingjie felt warm in his heart, knowing that the second uncle's expectation for him was that he could find a balance. At that moment, he felt a rare sense of closeness, as if the second uncle was no longer the old man who only knew how to nag, but an elder with deep wisdom in life.

The sweetness of watermelon intertwined with the laughter and joy around him, and time seemed to stop at this moment. In the courtyard, the sun shone through the leaves, casting mottled shadows, and Xu Mingjie felt a long-lost sense of belonging and warmth.

In this warmth, he suddenly realized that the relationship between him and his second uncle was quietly changing. The arguments and confrontations between them might only be superficial, but the understanding and care deep in their hearts were more important.

"Mingjie, come quickly, I'll tell you a story." At this time, the old lady in the neighborhood suddenly interrupted the topic, and everyone turned their heads to listen to her story. The joy of watermelon continued to spread in this small courtyard, bringing the color of life, as if in this space, all the troubles were temporarily left behind.

As the story unfolds, new ideas begin to brew in Xu Mingjie's mind. He thinks that perhaps the future life is not just about theories in books, but more about facing the reality of life with the people around you. Those tiny moments, those warm exchanges, are all precious fragments of life.

As time went by, the atmosphere in the courtyard became more and more lively, and Xu Mingjie gradually became a "rising star" in everyone's eyes. He was no longer the young man who only knew how to read books, but actively participated in community activities, helped neighbors, and even organized some small book sharing sessions. Everyone looked at him with new eyes, and from time to time there were a few envious exclamations.