Siheyuan: Sap is the last word

Chapter 400 Cooking

At the same time, the residents of the community have become more united because of this small vegetable growing project. They exchange knowledge about vegetable care in the garden and form a close-knit community team. He Yudong felt the beauty of community life and saw the significance of this small plan.

He Yudong's grandma also found new joy in this process. She would bask in the sun in the yard every day and admire the vegetables growing vigorously in her own vegetable garden. She said to He Yudong: "My child, this vegetable garden is such a good idea. It makes life full of fun."

As the vegetables slowly matured, He Yudong decided to use these fresh produce for a new activity in the community - healthy, nutritious and delicious cooking sharing. He hopes that through this event, residents will pay more attention to their health and share their cooking skills.

One night, He Yudong placed a long table in the small square of the courtyard. The table was filled with various vegetables that had just been picked. He invited residents in the community to participate in this cooking sharing event.

Residents came to the square one after another bringing their own ingredients and secret condiments. He Yudong said with a smile: "Today we use our own vegetables to make healthy, nutritious and delicious dishes. Everyone can share their cooking experience."

As a result, the residents of the courtyard exchanged their cooking experiences at the table. Some shared how to combine vegetables to make cold dishes that are delicious in color, flavor, and others, and some showed unique techniques for roasting vegetables. The scene was full of laughter.

understanding has strengthened the ties between neighbors. He Yudong was also deeply satisfied in the process. Seeing the delicious food prepared by the residents with care, he was filled with confidence in the unity of the community.

In order to keep the vegetable garden alive, He Yudong decided to organize a watering activity. He invited residents in the community to participate, experience the fun of watering vegetable gardens, and learn some scientific watering techniques.

On a sunny afternoon, He Yudong gathered beside the vegetable garden with a water pipe and a watering can. Everyone laughed and discussed how to water correctly and how to adjust the amount of water so that every vegetable can get sufficient water.

The residents worked together according to the division of labor. Some carefully watered the vegetables with water bottles, while others reminded them how to judge the soil moisture. Everyone learned a lot about plant growth in a relaxed atmosphere, and also felt the fun of cooperation.

He Yudong saw changes in the community during the watering process. Through this small farming activity, residents not only improved their understanding of vegetables, but also cultivated a sense of unity among everyone. He thought that this small vegetable garden was no longer just for personal food, but also a bond that unites the community.

After the watering activity, community residents gathered together to share their experiences with each other. Some residents said excitedly: "It turns out that there is so much knowledge about watering. I used to do it blindly." Everyone communicated with each other and gradually found a deeper relationship with each other in this small vegetable garden.

He Yudong looked at the smiling faces of the community residents and felt an inexplicable joy. He understands that the beauty of a community does not come from high-rise buildings, but from the sincere interactions and care among residents.

He Yudong had been living a quiet and comfortable life in the courtyard until one day, a widow moved into the courtyard next door. The widow's name is Meng Hongmei, a beautiful and wealthy woman nearly forty years old. Her husband died in an accident and left a large fortune. Although Meng Hongmei lost her husband, she became richer because of it.

Meng Hongmei took a keen interest in He Yudong because although He Yudong lived in poverty, he always maintained an optimistic attitude. The clear sound of the piano often comes from He Yudong's courtyard, making people feel as if they are in a fairyland. Jealousy arose in Meng Hongmei's heart. She felt that even if she was rich, it would be difficult for her to have the indifferent and peaceful life of He Yudong.

Meng Hongmei began to deliberately approach He Yudong and frequently shopped at his antique store, using the pretext of inviting him to tea. He Yudong was unaware of Meng Hongmei's good intentions and always maintained a polite attitude towards her. However, the jealousy in Meng Hongmei's heart deepened, and she began to spread negative rumors about He Yudong in an attempt to tarnish his reputation in the minds of others.

During this period, He Yudong's life gradually became unstable. He began to feel strange looks from his neighbors, and his business also experienced some setbacks. Although He Yudong felt troubled, he always chose to remain silent and did not want to argue with others.

However, Meng Hongmei did not stop her actions. She managed to make some false things public, causing He Yudong's reputation to be greatly damaged. The neighbors in the courtyard began to alienate He Yudong, making his life even more lonely.

Behind this, Meng Hongmei was secretly proud, thinking that she had successfully destroyed He Yudong's life. However, she didn't know that a strong seed had already been planted in He Yudong's heart. He Yudong is determined to survive this storm and prove his innocence with practical actions.

One day, Meng Hongmei deliberately stayed in He Yudong's shop with a provocative smile on her lips. "Mr. He, the antiques you have here are so delicious and make people yearn for them. I wonder how you maintain such a peaceful and leisurely life?" Meng Hongmei said with a hint of sarcasm, and the jealousy in her heart Spreading quietly like a poisonous snake.

He Yudong smiled indifferently and raised the purple clay pot in his hand: "Every antique has its own unique story, and I like to feel the traces of time from it. Life is a practice. If you take it lightly, you will have a more peaceful mind."

A trace of displeasure flashed in Meng Hongmei's eyes, but she immediately put on a smile: "Mr. He is such an interesting person. I always feel that your life is too dull. Why not change the environment and try my lifestyle? Maybe you You’ll find more fun.”

However, He Yudong knew the meaning behind Meng Hongmei's words, and his plan for her was already clear in his heart. "Everyone has a lifestyle of their own choice. I like this tranquility." He Yudong responded firmly.

Seeing that He Yudong was unwavering, Meng Hongmei felt resentment in her heart. "Mr. He, do you have something to hide that makes you so secretive?" Her eyes were as sharp as a knife, trying to find flaws in He Yudong's words.

He Yudong smiled slightly and said calmly: "There will inevitably be twists and turns in life. I just chose to face them with a peaceful mind. There is nothing to hide."

After hearing this, Meng Hongmei felt even more unwilling. Her jealousy towards He Yudong was like a burning bonfire, burning more and more blazingly. She decided to take more drastic measures to win.

In the days that followed, Meng Hongmei began to spread rumors about He Yudong, claiming that he was the illegitimate son of a powerful man, and other untrue stories. He Yudong's business was seriously affected, and the neighbors in the courtyard became even more indifferent towards him.

However, He Yudong was not knocked down. He always adhered to his principles and silently endured criticism from the outside world. Whenever night falls, He Yudong still sits in his courtyard, drinking tea and playing the piano, as if he is deaf to the disturbances in the outside world.

As the hostile atmosphere gradually escalated, Meng Hongmei's heart became more and more fanatical. She intensified her efforts to destroy He Yudong's life. However, He Yudong seemed to have found a peaceful state and ignored the disturbances from the outside world.

Meng Hongmei was eager to see He Yudong collapse, but she found that this man seemed to have a kind of calmness that transcended the world. She met He Yudong by chance at a teahouse near the courtyard, and took the initiative to chat: "Mr. He, what do you think of these rumors?"

He Yudong glanced at her calmly and said with a smile: "Rumors are rumors after all. They cannot shake my love for life. I believe time will prove everything."

The corner of Meng Hongmei's mouth twitched, and she felt an indescribable depression in her heart due to He Yudong's persistence. Her jealousy increasingly turned into a challenge to He Yudong. So, she decided to create more conflicts between neighbors, hoping to make He Yudong unable to escape.

On a dark and windy night, a group of people suddenly came to the door of He Yudong's courtyard house. He walked out and saw a group of angry neighbors, holding torches and with indignation on their faces. A middle-aged woman stepped forward and asked angrily: "He Yudong, aren't you afraid that these rumors will affect our lives? What other explanation do you have?"

He Yudong frowned slightly in the face of everyone's doubts, but remained calm: "These are all rumors. I have not done anything to harm others. I hope everyone can treat them rationally and not be blinded by the rumors."

However, some people were unable to listen to He Yudong's explanation. They believed that He Yudong was covering up his crime. Meng Hongmei stood in the crowd, her heart filled with pride and ecstasy. She felt that she was about to usher in the moment of victory.

Amid the fierce quarrels, He Yudong's courtyard house became the focus of public opinion. He felt pressure from his neighbors, but he still chose to stick to his beliefs. The widow's jealous war is like a raging fire, turning the peaceful life in the courtyard into chaos.

As time went by, He Yudong felt tired inside. The business of the antique shop he originally loved plummeted, and the tranquility in the courtyard was also broken by jealousy fights, making him feel that he was gradually losing his spiritual habitat.

By chance, He Yudong met a young woman named Li Fang. Li Fang is an agronomy enthusiast who loves planting. She owns an independent small farmland full of various plants. He Yudong was attracted by her vitality, and the two began to chat about their respective interests.