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Zhao Tianming nodded. Feeling the deep meaning behind He Yuzhu's words, he felt somewhat confused but did not ask any more questions.

In the following time, He Yuzhu became Zhao Tianming's main communication partner in the courtyard. He and Zhao Tianming talked a lot about traditional culture and shared many insights and experiences on calligraphy and painting. Although He Yuzhu's personality was completely opposite to Zhao Tianming's, his sincerity and open-mindedness made Zhao Tianming feel a sense of intimacy.

Under the guidance of He Yuzhu, Zhao Tianming began to explore the connotation of traditional culture more deeply. He not only carefully studied calligraphy and painting works, but also studied ancient poems and literary classics. Every time of learning and communication, he had a deeper understanding of traditional culture and the relationship between him and He Yuzhu became closer.

However, although Zhao Tianming learned a lot during this period, his longing for Qin Huairu never diminished. He often thought of her gentle smile and deep eyes, and could not help but feel a yearning in his heart. He gradually discovered that his feelings for Qin Huairu were not just a simple liking, but a deep affection was quietly sprouting.

After spending some time in the courtyard, Zhao Tianming gradually found that his life was becoming a little tight. Although he was passionate about exploring traditional culture, artistic creation did not always bring a stable income. One day, he could not help but confide his predicament to He Yuzhu.

After listening to this, He Yuzhu was silent for a moment, then said softly: "Actually, I have a friend named Yi Zhonghai, who is a wealthy businessman. Maybe you can go to him and see if you can borrow some funds."

Zhao Tianming's mind moved. He didn't like to borrow money from others, but the current situation did not seem optimistic. So he decided to find this businessman named Yi Zhonghai to see if he could solve the current problem.

Yi Zhonghai is a young and promising businessman. His office is located in the bustling commercial district of the city. Zhao Tianming came to his office and saw a smiling middle-aged man, who was Yi Zhonghai.

"Are you the painter who came to me to borrow money?" Yi Zhonghai asked with a smile.

Zhao Tianming nodded and said frankly: "Yes, I have encountered some difficulties recently and I want to borrow some funds to tide over the difficulties."

Yi Zhonghai pondered for a moment, then said: "I can lend you some money, but the condition is that you pay it back on time and give me some collateral."

Zhao Tianming was delighted when he heard this. He didn't mind making some concessions as long as he could solve the current predicament. So he agreed to Yi Zhonghai's conditions without hesitation.

With the help of Yi Zhonghai, Zhao Tianming successfully solved his current economic problems. He left Yi Zhonghai's office with gratitude, full of respect and gratitude for this kind businessman.

After Zhao Tianming borrowed money to solve his financial problems, he felt much better. However, he still couldn't get rid of his longing for Qin Huairu. Whenever it was late at night, he would always think of Qin Huairu's gentle smile and leisurely temperament, and an inexplicable emotion would surge in his heart.

In his interactions with Qin Huairu, Zhao Tianming gradually realized that he had more than just an ordinary crush on her. He began to feel a deep affection that was rippling in his heart. He couldn't help but wonder why there were such strong emotional fluctuations when he and Qin Huairu had only interacted a few times.

At the same time, Zhao Tianming also began to notice Qin Huairu's attitude towards him. She always cared about him tenderly and considerately, gave high praise to his artistic creation, and even invited him to her home from time to time. These subtle actions gave Zhao Tianming a glimmer of hope, and he began to try to explore whether Qin Huairu had the same feelings for him.

One day, Zhao Tianming plucked up his courage and decided to confess his feelings to Qin Huairu. He made an appointment with Qin Huairu to meet in a quiet teahouse, his heart full of expectation and anxiety.

Seeing Qin Huairu, Zhao Tianming couldn't help but sigh at her beauty and nobility. While making tea, he spoke carefully: "Miss Qin, I want to tell you something."

Qin Huairu looked at Zhao Tianming with a smile and said softly, "What do you want to say?"

Zhao Tianming's heart tightened, but he still said firmly: "I like you. I have had a good impression of you since the first time we met. I know this may be a little sudden, but I really care about you."

Qin Huairu was a little surprised when she heard this, but she soon regained her composure. She sighed softly, "Zhao Tianming, you are a good person, and I admire you. But maybe we are not suitable for each other."

Zhao Tianming's heart sank. He didn't expect Qin Huairu to answer like this. However, he didn't give up. He looked at Qin Huairu affectionately and said firmly: "I am willing to wait, as long as you are willing to give me a chance."

Zhao Tianming's mood seemed to be stirred by the turbulent waves, intertwined with expectation and anxiety. He didn't know whether Qin Huairu's answer meant that she also had a special feeling for him, but he knew that he was willing to give everything for it.

On that sunny afternoon, Zhao Tianming and Qin Huairu strolled together in the courtyard of the quadrangle, the sun shone on them, and the breeze blew, bringing a hint of coolness. This was the first time they consciously walked so close, and the distance between them seemed to become closer at this moment.

Zhao Tianming looked at Qin Huairu gently, with thousands of words in his heart, but he didn't know where to start. He could feel the faint floral fragrance emanating from Qin Huairu, as if it was a kind of silent tenderness.

Qin Huairu's eyes sparkled in the sunlight, she turned her head slightly and met Zhao Tianming's eyes. At that moment, Zhao Tianming seemed to see the tenderness in Qin Huairu's eyes, which made his expectations even stronger.

"You know, I often played in this courtyard when I was a child." Qin Huairu suddenly spoke, breaking the silence.

Zhao Tianming was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "This yard does look very suitable for playing."

Their topic gradually shifted to childhood memories and their love for traditional culture. Zhao Tianming found that the communication with Qin Huairu was so natural and easy, as if they had already been each other's soul mates.

During the conversation, Zhao Tianming unknowingly moved closer to Qin Huairu. He could feel their auras intertwined, as if an invisible bond tightly connected them.

This was the first time they had such close contact, but for Zhao Tianming, it was like a long-lost warmth, which brought a little comfort to the loneliness and confusion in his heart.