Siheyuan: Mastery started in the 50s

Jia Zhang is a well-known businessman in the capital, known for his business acumen and skills. He is always able to thrive in the business world, and is an expert in almost everything, whether it is real estate or antiques. His office is decorated luxuriously yet solemnly, and every corner exudes the atmosphere of a businessman. Jia Zhang has a wide range of friends in the capital, and the deal with Wang Qiang is a carefully planned move by him to further expand his business territory.

The intersection of the two began with an accidental encounter. That day, Jia Zhang happened to pass by Wang Qiang's courtyard house. When she saw this quaint courtyard, a strange light flashed in her eyes. Jia Zhang had a strong desire to buy it, because this courtyard house not only has a superior geographical location, but also has a unique ancient architectural style that is extremely rare in the capital.

Jia Zhang found Wang Qiang and proposed to buy a quadrangle. Wang Qiang was in the study room dealing with some old accounts of the family. Hearing Jia Zhang's visit, he was a little surprised. Jia Zhang's arrival made Wang Qiang feel a little surprised, but he still received him warmly.

The two sat down in the study, and Jia Zhang got straight to the point and said, "Mr. Wang, I am very interested in your courtyard house. There are not many old houses like this in the capital. I am willing to offer a very generous price, and I hope you can consider it."

Wang Qiang was surprised when he heard what Jia Zhang said. He had some knowledge of Jia Zhang's business ability, but this offer was beyond his expectations. His family had deep feelings for the courtyard house, and the decision to sell it was not an easy one.

Wang Qiang showed some hesitation in his eyes. He was silent for a while, then asked, "Mr. Jia, since you value this courtyard so much, can you tell me what you plan to do with it? I hope this old house can be properly preserved."

Jia Zhang smiled and said sincerely, "Don't worry, Mr. Wang. I have great respect for ancient buildings. I plan to renovate the courtyard house and keep its original appearance. At the same time, it will be used for cultural exchange and display. I believe that such an arrangement can not only preserve the historical appearance of this ancient house, but also allow more people to appreciate its beauty."

Hearing Jia Zhang's promise, Wang Qiang felt a little relieved. However, he still felt that this deal was not an easy decision. He decided to give himself some time to think about it in detail.

In the next few days, Wang Qiang often wandered around the courtyard. He recalled the scenes of playing in the courtyard when he was a child, and the scenes of the elders of the family discussing household chores here. Every corner carried countless memories. This made him feel more complicated when facing Jia Zhang's proposal.

Finally, Wang Qiang decided to meet with Jia Zhang to discuss the details of the transaction. They sat in the lobby of the courtyard, with ancient calligraphy and paintings hanging on the walls and the blue bricks on the ground looking particularly quaint in the sun.

Jia Zhang listened carefully to Wang Qiang's request and expressed his willingness to renovate the courtyard house according to his wishes. They discussed the renovation plan in detail, including the details of preserving the original architectural style, repairing the damaged parts, and adding modern facilities. Jia Zhang's professionalism and serious attitude won Wang Qiang's trust.

However, just when the two were about to reach an agreement, a letter from Wang Qiang's distant relative broke everything. The letter mentioned that Wang Qiang's relative had found a rare antique treasure in a remote village, and this treasure was closely related to Wang Qiang's family history. The letter also revealed that the purchase plan proposed by Jia Zhang actually involved the secret of this treasure, and Wang Qiang's family had a more complicated background and history.

Wang Qiang's emotions fluctuated greatly in the days after he received the letter. He wandered in the courtyard of the quadrangle, his heart full of contradictions and confusion. The secret of the treasure was closely linked to the family's history, which made it difficult for him to make a decision. Although Jia Zhang's proposal seemed perfect, he now had to learn more information to avoid being taken advantage of.

Wang Qiang decided to go to the nearby market and buy some osmanthus cake. He knew that osmanthus cake is a traditional snack in Beijing. It is sweet and fragrant, and has a soft texture. Every time he tastes it, he will feel a sense of familiarity and peace of mind. Perhaps after trying these familiar flavors, his thoughts will become clearer, and he may find some basis for his decision.

The market stalls were crowded with people, and the air was filled with the aroma of various foods. Wang Qiang walked to a stall selling sweet-scented osmanthus cakes. The stall owner was an elderly woman with a warm smile on her face. Her stall was filled with neatly arranged sweet-scented osmanthus cakes, which were dotted with golden osmanthus flowers, making them particularly tempting.

"Madam boss, give me a box of osmanthus cake." Wang Qiang said a little tiredly, his eyes a little wandering.

The old woman smiled, skillfully put the osmanthus cake in a paper bag, and handed it to Wang Qiang. "Young man, you look like you are worried. Eat some osmanthus cake. It will make you happy."

Wang Qiang took the cake and was slightly shocked. They didn't know each other, but the old woman's words made him feel a little warm. He smiled gratefully, paid for it, then walked to a bench nearby, sat down, and slowly opened the paper bag.

The aroma of osmanthus cake filled his nose, and Wang Qiang gently tore off a piece and put it in his mouth. The sweet taste and the fragrance of osmanthus instantly filled his mouth, and these familiar flavors made him relax slightly. Although the taste was good, Wang Qiang's heart was still lingering with the uneasiness brought by the letter.

He chewed the osmanthus cake slowly, looking at the hustle and bustle around him with a wandering look. The hustle and bustle of the market was in sharp contrast to his inner heart. He knew that he needed to think calmly now. Jia Zhang's deal seemed to be a good deal, but it had hidden motives, especially the part related to family history, which he could not ignore.

Wang Qiang's thoughts drifted back to his conversation with Jia Zhang. He remembered Jia Zhang's confident and calm appearance, and her tone of voice that could not be refused. Wang Qiang frowned, and a trace of uneasiness arose in his heart. He began to question whether Jia Zhang really respected the ancient buildings as he said, or whether he had other intentions.

After returning to the courtyard, Wang Qiang decided to have another in-depth conversation with Jia Zhang. He needed to clarify Jia Zhang's true intentions in order to make a final decision. He began to recall the details of his communication with Jia Zhang, trying to find the clues hidden under the surface.

"Mr. Wang, is there anything about the proposal I proposed that makes you dissatisfied?" Jia Zhang asked on the phone, with some concern in her tone.