Siheyuan: Mastery started in the 50s

He walked in the courtyard, looking at the familiar flowers, plants and trees, and felt a deep emotion. These experiences and memories made him more determined to protect the Siheyuan.

In the last negotiation with Jia Zhang, Wang Qiang's attitude became more resolute and calm. He clearly expressed his requirements for the protection of the Siheyuan and detailed the specific terms and repair requirements in the contract. He knew that this negotiation would determine the future of the Siheyuan, and he had to ensure that every detail could be properly handled.

After listening to Wang Qiang's request, Jia Zhang had a serious discussion and expressed his willingness to further revise the contract to meet Wang Qiang's needs. They discussed many details, from repair materials to restoration techniques, and every link was carefully considered. Wang Qiang saw Jia Zhang's attitude and sincerity, and his inner anxiety gradually eased, but he remained vigilant to ensure that everything went according to plan.

After several rounds of negotiations, Wang Qiang finally felt a sense of relief. Although the details of the deal still needed to be further finalized, he felt that he had done his best to protect the history and culture of the Siheyuan. At this point, he decided to start some of the repair work himself to ensure that the Siheyuan was properly cared for during the restoration process.

Wang Qiang got up early and put on his work clothes, which were old clothes he used to do some repair work. He found a few common tools from the warehouse: brushes, hammers, nails, and some spare wood boards and paint. Although these jobs seemed to be just minor repairs, he knew that these details were also important.

Walking into the backyard of the quadrangle, Wang Qiang looked at the scene in front of him and felt a little nostalgic. There were several wooden shelves and doors and windows in the yard that had aged and needed some repairs. He decided to start with these simple tasks and slowly repair these wooden structures.

He carefully inspected the wooden frame and found that the bottom of one of the wooden columns had been severely corroded. He squatted down and touched the corroded part with his fingers, feeling the fragility of the wood. He knew that if it was not dealt with in time, the corrosion might spread further and affect the structure of the entire building.

"It seems I have to replace the wooden pillar." Wang Qiang said to himself, his tone full of determination and concentration. He stood up, picked up the hammer and tools, and started to repair it.

While dealing with these renovations, Wang Qiang's thoughts often returned to the negotiations with Jia Zhang. He was worried about whether his requirements for the protection of the courtyard were comprehensive enough and whether he could ensure that no detail would be overlooked. Some of Jia Zhang's statements kept emerging in his mind, especially those promises that seemed sincere but full of business terms. Wang Qiang hoped that every request he made during the negotiations could be realized in the actual renovation.

During the restoration process, he was very skilled in manual work. His family had been engaged in some carpentry and construction work, and he learned these skills since childhood. While concentrating on the restoration, he also thought about how to better repair and maintain it. He knew that although these were just some simple repairs, each work might have an impact on future use.

Just as he was busy, he suddenly heard a knock on the door. He wiped the sweat off his face, put down the tools in his hands, walked to the gate of the courtyard, and saw Jia Zhang's assistant Li Ming standing outside the door.

"Mr. Wang, Jia Zhang asked me to come over and confirm with you the progress of the renovation work." Li Ming said, his tone somewhat formal.

Wang Qiang nodded, welcoming Li Ming. He invited Li Ming into the yard and briefly introduced the repair work he was doing. "These wooden pillars need to be replaced, and I have started some basic repairs. I hope these repairs can meet your requirements."

Li Ming observed it carefully, then nodded: "These works seem to be very meticulous. Jia Zhang is very impressed with your professionalism in the repair. He also asked me to bring some additional repair materials, I hope they can help your work."

He unloaded several boxes of new wood boards, paints, and tools from the car and placed them in the yard. Wang Qiang looked at the materials and felt a sense of unexpected relief. He knew that these additional resources would greatly improve the efficiency and quality of the repairs.

"Thank you, Li Ming," Wang Qiang said sincerely, "These materials are exactly what I need. I will try my best to do the repair work and ensure that every detail of the courtyard is properly handled."

Li Ming nodded, expressing his satisfaction: "If you need anything, you can contact me at any time. We will ensure that the renovation work goes according to plan."

As Li Ming left, Wang Qiang returned to the restoration work. He felt more relaxed because he knew that he had received more support and help during the restoration process. He continued to work, adjusting the wood boards and applying paint, trying his best to do every job meticulously and perfectly.

As time went by, Wang Qiang's work was drawing to a close. Although the renovation process was challenging, he felt a sense of inner peace. He realized that despite all the difficulties and challenges, as long as he remained focused and determined, he would be able to restore the courtyard to its original state and lay a solid foundation for future use.

The renovation of the Siheyuan went smoothly, and Wang Qiang felt an unprecedented sense of satisfaction during this period. Although his handwork was a little rough, every stroke was full of his hard work. He knew that this Siheyuan was not only the family's property, but also a symbol of their culture and history. Through these renovations, he hoped that the Siheyuan would continue to witness the prosperity and glory of the family.

After Wang Qiang finished the restoration work, his mood gradually calmed down. He felt a sense of pride in the restoration of the courtyard, but also realized that he needed to relax and give himself a small reward. His eyes fell on the empty shelves in the kitchen, and he suddenly remembered his favorite dish - stewed pork ribs with lotus root. That was his mother's best dish, and every time he recalled that dish, it would evoke his deep feelings for his hometown.

Wang Qiang decided to go to the market to buy some fresh lotus roots. He put on simple casual clothes, took a shopping bag, and walked out of the courtyard. Although the weather was a little hot, he was in a very good mood. On the way to the market, the delicious taste of lotus root stewed with pork ribs kept appearing in his mind, and he seemed to be able to smell the tempting aroma.