Siheyuan: Mastery started in the 50s

When Li Ming arrived at the courtyard, Wang Qiang was already waiting in the study. He stood in front of the window, looking at the scenery outside through the window, his heart filled with mixed emotions. Hearing the doorbell ring, Wang Qiang went to open the door, and saw Li Ming standing at the door with a concerned look on his face, and he immediately felt a little comforted.

"Li Ming, thank you for coming. I have been in a bad mood these days and wanted to talk to you about Jia Zhang's proposal." Wang Qiang said with some fatigue.

Li Ming nodded, walked into the study, and sat on the chair in front of the desk. He observed Wang Qiang's expression and asked, "Wang Qiang, what happened? You look very uneasy."

Wang Qiang sat down and smiled bitterly. "Jia Zhang proposed a deal that looked very tempting, but I was very suspicious of his real intentions. His language was always mixed with a lot of business terms. He seemed sincere, but in fact, I felt like I was being tricked."

Li Ming listened quietly, then said seriously: "Do you have any specific dissatisfaction with his proposal? Can you tell me in detail?"

Wang Qiang sighed: "He promised to preserve the historical features of the courtyard house, but I am worried that these promises are just lip service. Although his business plan mentioned that the main structure of the ancient building would be preserved, it also included some modern renovations, which made me feel uneasy. I am not sure whether these renovations will really respect the history of the courtyard house."

Li Ming nodded and thought about it carefully: "I understand your concerns. There are many details in commercial contracts, which are often easily overlooked. Do you want to add more specific clauses to the contract to protect the history and culture of the Siheyuan?"

Wang Qiang nodded. "Yes, I hope the contract will include specific details of the restoration, such as which traditional materials to use, how to carry out the restoration work, and the supervision mechanism during the restoration process. This way, at least I can ensure that the quality and direction of the restoration work will not deviate from my expectations."

Li Ming listened carefully and began to write down Wang Qiang's requirements: "These requirements are reasonable. We can add these clauses to the contract and consider adding some clauses for liability for breach of contract in case Jia Zhang does not operate according to the agreement."

Wang Qiang smiled with relief: "Thank you, Li Ming. You always give very professional advice from a legal perspective. Now I feel a little relieved."

Li Ming looked at Wang Qiang and said gently, "Don't worry, Wang Qiang. Although there are many complex factors in business transactions, as long as we clearly stipulate the terms in the contract, we can try to avoid future problems. I suggest that you bring these specific requirements and revision suggestions to the next meeting with Jia Zhang, so as to ensure that your requirements are actually implemented."

Wang Qiang nodded, and his anxiety eased a little. He knew that although the transaction process might be challenging, with Li Ming's help, he could face the next negotiation with more confidence.

After Li Ming left the courtyard, Wang Qiang returned to his study and continued to think about the details of the contract. He felt a little more relaxed, but he remained alert to Jia Zhang's true intentions. He knew that in business transactions, the most important thing was to ensure one's own rights and interests in the details.

After several days of intense preparation, Wang Qiang finally adjusted his mentality and prepared for the final round of negotiations with Jia Zhang. That morning, he decided to relax a little and go for a walk by the river to clear his mind. This river was a place he often went to when he was a child. The tranquility and peace in his memory often made him feel relaxed.

He put on a comfortable casual jacket and pants, planning to take a walk in the morning sunshine. The scenery by the river remained the same, with slight ripples on the water and a moist, fresh scent in the air. As Wang Qiang strolled along the river, his mood gradually relaxed, his thoughts wandering through the past, thinking about the family's history and the upcoming negotiations.

However, life is not always satisfactory. He inadvertently approached a patch of grass and prepared to take a rest. Unexpectedly, a bird suddenly flew past him, scaring Wang Qiang so much that he subconsciously took a step back. His foot slipped, he lost his balance, and fell to the river.

Wang Qiang hurriedly tried to grab the branches beside him, but he was powerless. His body slid uncontrollably into the river, and then a torrent pushed him into the water. He struggled desperately and tried to climb to the shore, but the force of the current made him sink deeper and deeper. In the end, his whole body was swept into the river, his clothes were soaked, and his coat was also carried away by the current.

After struggling for a while, he finally climbed up to the shore with the help of the current. He sat on the ground in a panic, gasping for breath, his clothes soaked. Wang Qiang looked up and saw his casual jacket floating on the river in the distance, gradually moving away with the current. He watched helplessly as it disappeared from his sight, feeling a sense of powerlessness in his heart.

He stood up, brushed off the dirt on his body, and tried to calm himself down. However, this accident made him feel very irritated. He said to himself: "It's really unlucky. It's just a coat, and I can lose it. This is really a bad omen."

Wang Qiang walked carefully along the river for a while, trying to dry himself. Finally, he decided to go back home and change into a set of clean clothes. Although the problem of clothes seemed trivial, at this anxious moment, any sudden small setback could affect his mood.

After returning home, Wang Qiang quickly changed into a set of clean clothes. He stood in front of the mirror and looked at himself carefully. His wet hair and clothes covered with dirt made him look miserable. He was filled with frustration and anxiety. He knew that this negotiation would directly affect the future of the courtyard house and the history of his family. He could not let his mentality be affected by a small accident.

He took a deep breath and tried to calm himself. He decided not to think about the unpleasant things for the time being and to concentrate on preparing for the next negotiation. He took out the documents and contracts he had prepared from his study and reviewed them again to make sure that all the details were not missed. Although his coat was lost, he knew that what really mattered was his heart and his preparation.

In the following days, Wang Qiang gradually regained his composure. He put aside the accidental loss of his coat and refocused on the negotiations with Jia Zhang. He knew that only by facing the problem in the best state could he ensure that he could get a satisfactory result in the negotiations.