Siheyuan: A journey of mountains and rivers

Lin Xiaomu sat down at home and picked up a book, but she didn't know which page to turn to. Her thoughts were erratic, sometimes she recalled her childhood, and sometimes she was immersed in thinking about the future.

Her life has changed dramatically in recent days. Her reunion with He Yuzhu made her re-examine her life and think about her future. Perhaps this meeting will be a new beginning, allowing her to regain her former innocence and happiness.

Jia Zhang was very nervous, because he knew he couldn't argue with Yi Zhonghai. Ever since he was caught stealing eggs by Yi Zhonghai, he felt very depressed because he knew he had made a mistake.

At this moment, Yi Zhonghai stood in front of him, his eyes sharp and serious, as if he could see through everything in his heart. Jia Zhang did not dare to look directly into Yi Zhonghai's eyes, his heart was filled with guilt and shame.

"Ms. Jia Zhang, you know that stealing eggs is wrong, why do you still do such a thing?" Yi Zhonghai's voice was calm and stern. He hoped that Jia Zhang could realize her mistake and face it seriously.

Jia Zhang lowered his head, unable to answer Yi Zhonghai's question. He knew he had made a mistake, but he didn't know how to make up for it or solve it.

"I... I know I was wrong." Jia Zhang said with difficulty, her voice trembling a little, "I just felt that it was a bit urgent, so... so I did this."

Yi Zhonghai sighed when he heard Jia Zhang's explanation. He knew that sometimes people would make wrong choices when faced with difficulties and challenges, but the key was to be able to recognize the mistakes and have the courage to correct them.

"Ms. Jia Zhang, you know that your behavior is wrong, but as long as you can recognize your mistakes and have the courage to correct them, everything is still in time." Yi Zhonghai's tone softened. He hoped that Jia Zhang could learn a lesson from this experience and become a better person.

Jia Zhang felt a little comforted and encouraged when she heard Yi Zhonghai's words. She knew she had made a mistake, but she also knew that as long as she admitted her mistake and worked hard to correct it, everything would slowly get better.

Under Yi Zhonghai's guidance, Jia Zhang began to reflect on his behavior and was determined to change. He knew that this was not only a lesson for himself, but also a respect and responsibility for others.

At this time, He Yuzhu was facing a young man kneeling in front of him. He was the servant of the He family, Qin Huairu's son, named Qin Lin. The young Qin Lin's face was full of guilt, with beads of sweat dripping from his forehead. He lowered his head and did not dare to raise his eyes. He felt heavy in his heart, as if he was carrying the weight of the whole world.

"Qin Lin, do you know what a mistake you have made?" He Yuzhu's voice was heavy and majestic, like an invisible pressure that made Qin Lin feel breathless.

Qin Lin's voice trembled as he said with difficulty: "Master, I know I was wrong. I shouldn't have gone out to the bar without permission, and I shouldn't have been making trouble on the street after getting drunk. Please punish me, Master. I am willing to accept the punishment!"

He Yuzhu glanced at Qin Lin coldly, his expression showing a trace of disappointment and helplessness. "Qin Lin, you are a servant of the He family, and your behavior represents the reputation of the He family. Your reckless behavior not only ruins the reputation of the He family, but also betrays the trust and teachings of me, He Yuzhu!"

"Master, I know I was wrong and I am willing to be punished!" Qin Lin knelt down again, his voice full of regret and guilt.

He Yuzhu pondered for a moment, and finally said: "Qin Lin, your crime is not light, I can't forgive you easily. You will be confined to the He family and you are not allowed to leave the He family for three months. During this period, you are not allowed to contact the outside world, and you are not allowed to go out without permission. You need to work hard in the He family mansion until you pay for your mistakes!"

"Yes, Master, I am willing to accept any punishment!" Qin Lin kowtowed heavily and accepted He Yuzhu's punishment.

He Yuzhu sighed deeply. He knew that for this young servant, such punishment was undoubtedly a severe test, but also a baptism and an opportunity for growth. He hoped that Qin Lin could learn a lesson from it and cheer up again.

He Yuzhu stood in the courtyard of the quadrangle, pacing and thinking about the affairs of the family. His brows were furrowed, and his heart was full of worries. Since the punishment of Qin Lin, he began to be more vigilant about the servants at home, fearing that someone would make a mistake again. However, just as he was anxious, a sense of foreboding came to his mind.

Suddenly, a flurry of voices broke the tranquility of the courtyard. He Yuzhu's heart sank, and he immediately walked towards the direction of the voice. When he got closer, he saw a servant kneeling on the ground, sweating profusely, looking at He Yuzhu with horror on his face.

"Master, something terrible has happened! Someone has stolen valuables from our home!" the servant stammered.

He Yuzhu's expression froze, and the ominous premonition in his heart instantly became a reality. He shouted, "Who stole it? Tell me now!"

The servant trembled and said, "Yes, yes, yes... It was the Qin family's Bang Geng! I found him stealing things in the kitchen and he ran away on the spot!"

He Yuzhu frowned upon hearing this. Banggeng was an old servant of the He family, always loyal, how could he do such a bold thing? He Yuzhu was filled with endless doubts and disappointment. He decided to find out the truth himself.

He Yuzhu walked towards the kitchen, feeling angry and anxious. He stopped at the kitchen door and carefully observed the surroundings. Suddenly, he found something wrong - there were some mud marks on the ground, which seemed to be left by someone in a hurry.

"This is..." He Yuzhu frowned, and he immediately realized that this might be the clue left by Banggeng. He pondered for a moment and decided to follow these traces to find Banggeng's trail.

He Yuzhu followed the mud trail with a worried heart. He couldn't help wondering what kind of stimulation Banggen had received to take this path of no return. Was it because the He family's strict control made him feel forced? Or was it because of some injustice in the family that made him feel resentful?

Finally, in a corner of the courtyard, He Yuzhu spotted Banggeng. He was squatting on the ground, holding a valuable porcelain in his hand, and trying to hide in a panic. He Yuzhu walked up to him and shouted in a deep voice: "Banggeng!"

Bang Geng was startled when he heard the sound, and immediately put the porcelain in his hand back to its original place, and stood up trembling. He lowered his head, not daring to look He Yuzhu in the eye, his face full of shame.

He Yuzhu walked up to Banggeng and said seriously, "Banggeng, do you know what you have done? You stole valuables from our home, which is not only disloyal to the He family, but also a betrayal to me, He Yuzhu!"