Siheyuan: Mastery started in the 50s

"Jia Ming, you're right." Wang Qiang finally spoke, "We can try some new designs, combining modern elements to create works that have both traditional charm and modern feel."

Jia Ming's eyes sparkled with excitement. "That's settled then. Next, we'll design some new works together to let more people see the strength of our woodworking workshop."

The two hit it off and decided to start working on a new creation today. They returned to the workshop, spread out the blueprints, and began to draw new designs. Countless inspirations emerged in Wang Qiang's mind, and his pen flew across the paper, depicting unique designs one after another.

Jia Ming looked at Wang Qiang's design drawings and exclaimed: "These designs are really great! I can't believe that you came up with this by yourself."

Wang Qiang smiled and said modestly: "These are just preliminary ideas, we still need to further improve them. I hope to combine them with your skills to create amazing works."

In the following days, Wang Qiang and Jia Ming were immersed in their creations every day. They constantly discussed, revised, and perfected every detail. The workshop was full of a busy atmosphere, but their hearts were extremely fulfilled.

One day, Wang Qiang suddenly received a call from Xiao Xia. Xiao Xia's voice sounded a little urgent: "Brother Qiang, there is an emergency in our workshop, can you come over?"

Wang Qiang's heart tightened, and he quickly put down his work and rushed to the workshop. He pushed open the door and saw Xiao Xia standing with several apprentices, looking nervous. It turned out that a piece of equipment in the workshop had broken down, affecting the production progress.

"Xiao Xia, don't worry, we'll find a way to solve it together." Wang Qiang comforted.

He carefully checked the equipment and found that there was a problem with the circuit. Wang Qiang and Xiao Xia worked together and finally fixed the equipment after some effort. Seeing the equipment restored to normal, Xiao Xia breathed a sigh of relief and said gratefully: "Brother Qiang, thank you so much. If it weren't for you, I really don't know what I would do."

Wang Qiang smiled and replied, "It's okay, Xiaoxia. We are a team and we can solve problems together. You've done a great job, keep it up."

Xiao Xia nodded, her eyes full of determination. She knew that Wang Qiang was not only her teacher, but also her role model. She decided to work harder to become an excellent person like Wang Qiang.

After repairing the equipment, Wang Qiang returned to Jia Ming's woodworking workshop. Their creations gradually bore fruit, and works that combined traditional and modern elements gradually took shape. Each work embodied their hard work and wisdom.

One day, a well-known designer came to visit and praised their work highly: "Your work is amazing! This combination of tradition and modernity is very creative, and I believe it will be welcomed by the market."

After hearing this, Wang Qiang and Jia Ming were filled with a sense of accomplishment. They knew that their efforts were not in vain, and these works were not only the embodiment of their skills, but also the crystallization of their dreams.

As the works continue to improve, the reputation of the woodworking workshop is growing. More and more people come to them to order furniture and decorations. Wang Qiang and Jia Ming are very busy every day, but their hearts are full of joy and satisfaction.

One evening, Wang Qiang and Jia Ming sat in the yard, looking at the sunset in the sky, feeling extremely peaceful. Jia Ming smiled and said, "Wang Qiang, you have worked so hard during this period. Without your persistence and creativity, we would not be able to get to where we are today."

Wang Qiang shook his head and replied with a smile: "This is our joint effort. As long as we have a dream in our hearts, no matter how hard we work, it is worth it."

Jia Ming nodded, his eyes gleaming with determination: "Yes, we will continue to work hard to make the woodworking workshop better and let more people see the charm of traditional skills."

Wang Qiang and Jia Ming's woodworking workshop gradually got on track and business was booming. However, Wang Qiang always felt that something was missing. One day, while strolling on the street, he met an old friend, He Yuzhu.

He Yuzhu is a friend that Wang Qiang met at a reading club, and the two have been in touch. He Yuzhu is cheerful, hardworking, and always full of creativity and ideas. When he saw Wang Qiang, He Yuzhu greeted him enthusiastically: "Brother Qiang, long time no see! What have you been busy with recently?"

Wang Qiang smiled and responded, "Yuzhu, long time no see. I've been busy with the woodworking workshop recently. What about you? What's new?"

He Yuzhu said excitedly: "I am working on a new project recently, selling umbrellas. Now is the rainy season, and the demand for umbrellas is huge. I am worried that I can't find a suitable partner!"

Wang Qiang was inspired after hearing this: "Selling umbrellas? That sounds good. How does it work?"

He Yuzhu explained: "I recently found that the umbrellas on the market are of a single style and of varying quality. So I wanted to design some umbrellas that are both beautiful and practical, and I plan to set up a street stall to sell them to see how the market responds."

Wang Qiang thought the idea was interesting, so he said, "Let's try it together. I'm also interested in this project."

He Yuzhu patted Wang Qiang on the shoulder happily: "Great! I am more confident to have you working with me."

They decided to start the action the next day. He Yuzhu was responsible for designing and purchasing, while Wang Qiang was responsible for finding a stall and selling. They rented a small truck, loaded the umbrellas on the truck, and set up a stall on a busy street in the city center.

On the first day, there were not many people at the stall, but they were not discouraged. He Yuzhu enthusiastically introduced their umbrellas to passers-by, and Wang Qiang used his experience and skills to attract customers. Gradually, more and more people were attracted to them and bought their umbrellas.

A middle-aged woman picked out an umbrella with a floral pattern and said with satisfaction: "Your umbrellas are really beautiful and of good quality. Compared to those cheap ones, they are really worth the money."

Wang Qiang smiled and replied: "Thank you for your support, we will continue to work hard to make better products."

He Yuzhu also said happily: "You are welcome to come often, we will continue to launch new styles."

As time went by, their stall became more and more popular. The umbrellas designed by He Yuzhu were not only beautiful but also practical, and were loved by customers. Wang Qiang used his sales skills to continuously attract new customers, and his business became more and more prosperous.

One evening, after Wang Qiang and He Yuzhu closed their stall, they sat on a bench by the roadside, looking at a cart full of umbrellas, feeling a sense of accomplishment. He Yuzhu said with emotion: "Brother Qiang, I never thought that our umbrellas would be so popular."

Wang Qiang nodded and said with a smile: "Yes, as long as you work hard, you will always gain something."