Siheyuan: Starting with one acre and three fen of land

Night falls over the earth, and the white snow reflects a faint light.

He Yuzhu walked steadily in front, and He Daqing followed closely behind, carefully holding the sleeping Yu Shui in his arms.

They crossed the street and entered the door of the inn.

He Yuzhu walked to the door of the guest room, took out the key, opened the lock, pushed the door open and entered the room.

He lit the kerosene lamp in the room, and the room was suddenly filled with light.

He Daqing carried Yu Shui into the house and gently put her on the bed.

He gently unbuttoned Yu Shui's coat, carefully covered her with the quilt, sat quietly beside the bed, and gazed at her tenderly.

He Yuzhu skillfully poked open the stove and filled a kettle with water and placed it on top.

As the coal balls in the stove gradually burned, the whole house was gradually filled with a warm atmosphere.

He Daqing slowly shifted his gaze away from Yu Shui and turned sideways to look at He Yuzhu.

"Zhu Zi, I will come early tomorrow morning to collect Yu Shui and take her out to play. We will go to the restaurant to have dinner together in the evening."

He Yuzhu sat next to the stove, his face illuminated by the fire and the lamplight, flickering.

When he heard He Daqing's words, he responded softly to indicate that he understood.

He Daqing's eyes flickered and his lips trembled slightly, but finally turned into a helpless sigh.

"Your Aunt Bai also has her own difficulties. Please be considerate of them."

He Yuzhu held a pair of fire tongs in his hand and poked the stove vent: "What's the problem? Can't you even eat a meal?"

He Daqing didn't know how to explain it. After all, after half a year of coaxing and nagging, he finally gave in.

"I won't bring rain water to protect the city again. Let's all be decent." He Yuzhu said in a calm tone.

He Daqing thought about the rain and hesitated for a moment: "This..."

"I'll ask her to write a letter to you. As for whether you receive it or not, I don't care." He Yuzhu stared at him.

He Daqing looked back at the rain and nodded in agreement: "Okay, I'll go first. It's getting late, you guys should get some rest!"

He Yuzhu didn't stand up to see him off, but just watched him walk out of the room quietly.

But no one noticed that Yu Shui's eyelids moved while she was lying on the bed.

After the snow, the sky cleared up and the sun shone into the house. He Yuzhu opened his eyes and woke up.

He got up, dressed, walked to the stove, picked up the kettle, checked the fire, and added a coal ball.

I moved my arms and legs around indoors and heard the sound of rain.

He Yuzhu stopped what he was doing and looked at Yushui who had just woken up: "Yushui, get up and wash up! We're going out soon."

“Hmm~” Yu Shui rubbed her sleepy eyes and started to get dressed.

He Yuzhu walked over, helped her put on her heavy coat, and returned to the stove to pick up the kettle.

When the brother and sister finished washing up, there was a knock on the door.

When Yu Shui heard the knock on the door, she happily ran to open it.

He Yuzhu walked towards the stove, estimated the situation, put a few coal balls in, and closed the vent, leaving only some gaps.

"Dad, you're here!" Yu Shui opened the door excitedly, grabbed He Daqing's hand and pulled him into the house.

He Daqing looked at the rain in front of him, a happy smile on his face.

He saw He Yuzhu squatting in front of the stove, and understood his intention. He turned to look at Yu Shui: "Have you finished washing up? We should get ready to leave."

"Okay, okay, I got up very early!" Yu Shui nodded happily and turned to look at He Yuzhu: "Brother, are you okay?"

He Yuzhu stood up, clapped his hands gently, turned around and looked at the rain with a smile: "Of course, we can set off!"

Hearing this, Yu Shui cheered with joy, and couldn't wait to pull He Daqing's hand and walk out the door.

As night falls, the lights of Baocheng are dazzling, and the city has regained its former prosperity.

Especially on this New Year's Eve, the streets and alleys are crowded and bustling.

"Yu Shui, we'll be there soon. This is the most famous restaurant in Baocheng, and I have reserved a table in advance." He Daqing hugged Yu Shui and explained softly.

Yu Shui saw the restaurant in the distance, his eyes lit up and he was very excited.

She touched her deflated belly and couldn't help but urge, "Dad, let's hurry up! I'm starving!"

He Daqing quickly comforted him, "Okay! Dad, walk faster!"

As he spoke, he quickened his pace and hurried towards the restaurant.

The three of them entered the restaurant, and the waiter greeted them warmly: "Master He, you are here! Please come in!"

He Daqing nodded to him and ordered, "Young man, tell your Master Liao that he can serve me the food."

"Okay! Master He, don't worry, I guarantee that everything will be arranged for you." The waiter nodded and bowed in response.

Led by the waiter to the reserved private room, He Daqing pulled out a chair and put down the rain.

He took the teapot and poured a cup of tea for Yu Shui: "Yu Shui, have a drink of water and take a rest first, the food will be here soon."

"Dad, okay." Yu Shui sat on the chair, took the teacup and took a sip.

He Yuzhu pulled out a chair beside him and sat down, then took the teapot and poured himself a cup of tea. He felt a little tired after walking all day.

He Daqing glanced at He Yuzhu and sat down next to the rain.

He pondered for a moment and looked at He Yuzhu: "Zhuzi, I heard from Yushui that you are dating someone?"

Upon hearing this, Yu Shui immediately picked up the teacup and pretended to drink tea.

When He Yuzhu saw the rain, a smile appeared on his face.

He turned to look at He Daqing and nodded: "Yes! What's wrong?"

He Daqing reached into his clothes, took out an envelope, put it on the table and pushed it towards He Yuzhu.

"Here's some money. You can renovate the house and use it as your wedding room. Also, buy some new furniture."

He Yuzhu looked at him deeply, shook his head gently, and reached out to push the envelope back.

"I appreciate your kindness, but this is not necessary. I have my own money, you just need to give me living expenses every month."

He Daqing didn't look at the envelope on the table. He stared at He Yuzhu and fell silent.

He sighed in his heart. After this time, there was only a little affection left between father and son.

He Daqing nodded silently, reached out to take back the envelope, and didn't mention it again.

As the dishes were served, the table was filled with the happy laughter of the father and daughter, as if it was still the warm daily life in the old city.

At the entrance of the restaurant, He Daqing squatted down and adjusted Yu Shui's hat, then patted his head: "Yu Shui, follow your brother well, okay?"

Yu Shui knew what was going to happen. Her eyes turned red and she nodded repeatedly, holding his hand tightly.

He Daqing stood up and looked at He Yuzhu: "Zhuzi, I'm leaving now."

He Yuzhu looked at He Daqing in front of him calmly and nodded.

Upon hearing this, Yu Shui consciously let go of his hand and clenched it into a fist.

He Daqing took one last look at the rain under the light, then resolutely turned around and walked away.

Yu Shui stood there, staring blankly at his back as he disappeared.

She reached out her hand and held He Yuzhu, looking up and saying, "Brother, please teach me how to write a letter when you go back!"

He Yuzhu was slightly stunned after hearing this, and nodded solemnly in agreement.