Siheyuan: Sap is the last word

Chapter 633 Look

Returning to the courtyard, life in the courtyard remains as usual. Yan Bugui was repairing an old bicycle in the yard, while Jia Zhang was gesticulating and thought he was too slow. Seeing this, He Yudong walked over and said with a smile: "Uncle Bu, do you need help?"

Yan Bugui looked up at He Yudong and nodded: "You came just in time. The chain of this car keeps falling off. Please help me take a look."

He Yudong squatted down and inspected it carefully, and quickly found out the problem. He repaired the bicycle skillfully, and Yan Bugui nodded with satisfaction: "This boy has good skills."

But Mrs. Jia Zhang snorted coldly from the side: "What's so great about it? It's just repairing a car."

He Yudong smiled and ignored her meanness. Yan Bugui patted him on the shoulder: "He Yudong, our yard is really blessed to have young people like you."

A few days later, He Yudong received a call from Li Zhiqiang, saying that he had settled in Beijing and asked him to come out to meet him. The two made an appointment to meet in a small restaurant. As soon as they entered, Li Zhiqiang hugged He Yudong enthusiastically: "Old brother, I finally see you!"

"Zhiqiang, you have really changed a lot!" He Yudong said in surprise. Li Zhiqiang looked more mature and steady than before.

The two sat down, ordered a few home-cooked dishes, and chatted while eating. Li Zhiqiang told He Yudong that he now works in a state-owned enterprise and his life is relatively stable. He Yudong also told him about his work in the wood factory and life in the courtyard, and the two had a very interesting chat.

"He Yudong, I have good news to tell you." Li Zhiqiang suddenly said mysteriously.

"What good news?" He Yudong asked curiously.

"Our company is recruiting people recently, and I recommended you to the superiors. They are very interested in your situation and asked you to go for an interview tomorrow." Li Zhiqiang said.

He Yudong was shocked. This was undoubtedly a rare opportunity. Although his job in the wood factory is good, if he can join a state-owned enterprise, his prospects will undoubtedly be brighter.

"Zhiqiang, thank you so much!" He Yudong said excitedly.

"Why are you being polite to me? We are brothers!" Li Zhiqiang patted him on the shoulder.

The next day, He Yudong went to the state-owned enterprise for an interview as agreed. The interviewer was a serious middle-aged man. He carefully asked about He Yudong's work experience and skills, and He Yudong answered them one by one. After the interview, the interviewer nodded: "Go back and wait for the notification."

A few days later, He Yudong received the admission notice and officially became a member of this state-owned enterprise. After the news spread in the courtyard, neighbors expressed their congratulations, especially Yi Zhonghai, who patted He Yudong on the shoulder and said, "I knew you could do it."

He Yudong looked at this respected old man with gratitude: "Uncle Yi, thank you for your cultivation."

The start of a new job has made He Yudong's life rhythm more compact, but he still takes time to visit Panjiayuan every day. One day, he saw an exquisite porcelain vase in front of an antique stall. He was moved and decided to buy it.

Just as he was taking out the money, a crisp voice next to him sounded: "Boss, how much does this porcelain vase cost?"

He Yudong turned around and saw a young and beautiful girl. The girl also saw He Yudong, and a trace of surprise flashed in her eyes: "You like this porcelain vase too?"

He Yudong nodded and said with a smile: "Yes, it looks very exquisite."

The boss looked at the two of them and said with a smile: "This porcelain bottle is a good thing. Who wants it?"

The girl glanced at He Yudong, hesitated, and said, "Since you took a fancy to it first, then you can buy it."

He Yudong smiled: "How about this, we buy it together, it can be regarded as a common collection."

The girl was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "Okay, that's a good idea."

In this way, He Yudong and the girl each paid half of the money and bought the porcelain vase together. The girl introduced herself: "My name is Liu Yulan, nice to meet you."

"My name is He Yudong, nice to meet you too." He Yudong responded with a smile.

The two chatted for a while, and He Yudong discovered that Liu Yulan had an in-depth understanding of antiques and couldn't help but admire her. Liu Yulan invited He Yudong to visit her home, and He Yudong readily agreed.

At Liu Yulan's house, He Yudong saw her collection, a dazzling array of antiques. Liu Yulan enthusiastically explained to him the origin and story of each collection, and He Yudong listened with interest.

From that day on, He Yudong and Liu Yulan became good friends. They often go shopping together in Panjiayuan and exchange knowledge and experiences on antiques. The appearance of Liu Yulan made He Yudong's life more colorful and made him full of hope for the future.

As time passed, He Yudong's work in the state-owned enterprise gradually got on the right track. His ability and diligence were recognized by his leaders and colleagues, and he was quickly promoted to team leader. Although he is busy at work, He Yudong still insists on going to Panjiayuan every day, which has become a place for him to relax.

One day, He Yudong met Yan Bugui in Panjiayuan. Yan Bugui saw He Yudong and said with a smile: "He Yudong, you have been so red recently.

He Yudong discovered a woman named Ran Qiuye, who was very beautiful and smiled like a spring breeze.

He Yudong lived his life in the courtyard day after day. He gradually gained a foothold in the state-owned enterprise and his work became smoother and smoother. After get off work every day, he still likes to go shopping in Panjiayuan, which has become a good place for him to relax. One weekend afternoon, He Yudong came to Panjiayuan as usual and walked around randomly among the stalls.

Suddenly, a crisp laughter came into his ears. He followed the sound and saw a young woman standing in front of an antique stall with a bright smile as warm as the spring breeze. He Yudong's heart moved, his eyes were attracted to her, and he walked over involuntarily.

"Miss, do you also like antiques?" He Yudong asked with a smile.

The woman raised her head and looked at He Yudong, with clear eyes, a bit curious and friendly: "Yes, my name is Ran Qiuye, what's yours?"

"My name is He Yudong, nice to meet you." He Yudong replied with a smile, and couldn't help but admire her beauty and temperament.

The two immediately started chatting, and He Yudong discovered that Ran Qiuye was not only outstanding in appearance, but also insightful in conversation. She had a deep understanding of antiques and told some short stories about them from time to time. He Yudong listened with rapt attention and couldn't help but admire her.

"Qiuye, you are very knowledgeable about these things." He Yudong admired sincerely.

"It's just some hobbies." Ran Qiuye smiled, with a hint of shyness in his eyes, "Actually, my father is an antique dealer. He has been exposed to it since he was a child, so he is familiar with these things."

"I see, then you are really an expert." He Yudong sighed.

"You also like these antiques?" Ran Qiuye asked.

"Yes, I think these things are not only valuable, but also have cultural connotations." He Yudong said.

The two of them walked and chatted, and unknowingly they had visited the entire Panjiayuan. Ran Qiuye told He Yudong that her father opened an antique shop on Qianmen Street and invited him to check it out when he was free. He Yudong readily agreed, full of curiosity and expectation for this girl.

The next day, He Yudong came to Ran Qiuye's father's antique shop as agreed. The store is elegantly furnished and has a dazzling array of antiques. Ran Qiuye saw He Yudong and greeted him enthusiastically: "He Yudong, you are here, welcome!"

"Thank you, Qiuye. Your store is really good." He Yudong praised.

Ran Qiuye's father, Ran Bo, was busy in the store. After seeing He Yudong, he smiled and said, "Is this the friend Qiuye often mentions? Welcome."

"Hello, uncle, my name is He Yudong. Nice to meet you." He Yudong said politely.

Ran Bo smiled and nodded: "Young people are good. It is fate that Qiuye and you can chat. It will be beneficial to each other if you young people communicate more."

He Yudong and Ran Qiuye chatted for a long time in the store. Ran Bo interjected a few words from time to time and expressed great appreciation for He Yudong's knowledge and conduct. When parting, Ran Qiuye sent He Yudong to the door and said with a smile: "He Yudong, come and play often when you have time."

"Okay, with a friend like you, I will definitely come here more often in the future." He Yudong smiled, feeling warm in his heart.

Back in the courtyard, He Yudong was in a particularly good mood. Qin Huairu saw him, smiled and joked: "He Yudong, what good thing happened to you today, why are you so happy?"

"Sister Huairu, I met a very special friend today." He Yudong said with a smile.

"Really? Judging from your expression, you must be a beauty." Qin Huairu said half-jokingly.

He Yudong smiled sheepishly: "She is indeed a very special girl. Her name is Ran Qiuye."

After Qin Huairu heard this, a complicated look flashed in her eyes, but then she smiled and said, "That's really fate. You two should keep in touch."

In the days that followed, the relationship between He Yudong and Ran Qiuye became closer and closer. Every weekend, the two would meet at Panjiayuan or Ran's antique store to share their interests and life details. Ran Qiuye's gentleness and kindness deeply attracted He Yudong, and He Yudong's perseverance and humor also made Ran Qiuye fond of him.

One day, He Yudong met a familiar figure in Ran's antique shop, who turned out to be his comrade Li Zhiqiang. The two hugged each other in surprise, and Li Zhiqiang said with a smile: "He Yudong, you are such a good boy, I met you here!"

"Zhiqiang, why are you here?" He Yudong asked in surprise.

"I heard that this store has some good antiques, so I came here to take a look. I didn't expect to meet you." Li Zhiqiang said.

Ran Qiuye saw this and said with a smile: "So you are comrades in arms, what a coincidence."

Li Zhiqiang nodded: "Yes, we were good brothers when we were in the army."

The three of them chatted happily, and Li Zhiqiang admired Ran Qiuye's knowledge and insights.