Siheyuan: A journey of mountains and rivers

Bang Geng said in a trembling voice: "Master, I know I was wrong. I really know I was wrong! But...but there is a patient at home who needs money for treatment. I really have no other choice..."

He Yuzhu was moved when he heard this. He did not expect that Banggeng acted so irrationally because he had a patient at home who needed treatment. He took a deep breath, softened his tone, and said, "Banggeng, you should know that no matter what difficulties you encounter, stealing is not the solution. You should discuss it with me, and I will try my best to help you solve the difficulties. But you chose to escape and do the wrong thing, and you disappoint me."

Banggeng listened to He Yuzhu's admonition, tears welled up in his eyes, and his heart was filled with regret and guilt. He knelt on the ground, holding his head and crying, saying: "Master, I know I was wrong, and I am willing to accept any punishment!"

He Yuzhu looked at Banggeng and felt sad. He knew that the old servant had no ill intentions, but had taken this step because of the hardship in life. He decided to give Banggeng a chance, hoping that he could learn from his mistakes and start a new life.

He Yuzhu felt heavy in his heart. He realized that there were indeed some loopholes in the management of the family. Otherwise, how could an old servant like Bang Geng do such a bold thing? He decided to strengthen the management and education of all the servants in the family and not let similar things happen again.

So He Yuzhu summoned Qin Huairu, the housekeeper of the He family, who was responsible for managing all household affairs. Qin Huairu was an older woman with stern and resolute eyes. She was one of the key figures in the He family's good management.

"Qin Huairu, I have something to discuss with you. Some unpleasant things have happened in the family recently. We must strengthen the discipline of our servants and can no longer tolerate their willful behavior. I hope you can strengthen your supervision and education of them to ensure that they abide by the house rules without any deviation!" He Yuzhu said to Qin Huairu in a serious tone.

Qin Huairu felt guilty when she heard this. She understood He Yuzhu's intentions and was well aware of her own shortcomings in management. She replied respectfully, "Master, Qin Huairu will strictly follow your orders and strengthen the discipline and management of the family slaves. Qin Huairu is willing to work hard for the peace and glory of the He family!"

He Yuzhu nodded, expressing his satisfaction with Qin Huairu's answer. He knew that Qin Huairu was a responsible person and she would go all out to complete her tasks. But at the same time, He Yuzhu also knew that strengthening management was only part of the solution to the problem. What was more important was to fundamentally resolve the conflicts and troubles in the family.

A faint sense of guilt welled up in He Yuzhu's heart. He realized his negligence in household management and his lack of attention and care for the servants in his home. As the head of the family, he should communicate and interact more closely with every member of the family, instead of blindly strengthening rules and punishments.

Therefore, He Yuzhu decided to invite another important member of the family, Lou Xiao'e, to dinner. Lou Xiao'e is the family doctor of the He family. She is a gentle and kind woman who cares deeply for the He family members. He Yuzhu hopes that through talking with her, he can better understand the situation at home and everyone's inner thoughts.

That night, He Yuzhu personally cooked and carefully prepared a sumptuous dinner. The table was filled with a variety of dishes, the aroma was fragrant and mouth-watering. He Yuzhu secretly hoped that this dinner would become a sincere exchange and communication between family members.

Lou Xiao'e arrived at the He family on time. She was wearing a simple long dress and smiling, giving people a fresh and refined feeling. He Yuzhu came forward and warmly invited her to take a seat.

"Xiao'e, welcome to the He family. I have cooked for you personally tonight and prepared a sumptuous dinner. Please enjoy it." He Yuzhu said to Lou Xiao'e with a smile.

Lou Xiao'e took the chair handed over by He Yuzhu with a smile and said gratefully: "Master He, you are too polite. I have always enjoyed every gathering with the He family. This place gives me a feeling of home."

He Yuzhu was moved by Lou Xiaoe's words. He realized that the warmth of a family is not only based on strict rules and discipline, but also requires sincere care and mutual understanding among family members. He decided to pay more attention to everyone in the family, especially those who silently contribute to the family like Lou Xiaoe.

After dinner, He Yuzhu decided to talk to Qin Huairu alone. He wanted to discuss some household management matters with her. He Yuzhu led Qin Huairu to the study room, and after closing the door, he said to Qin Huairu with a serious expression:

"Qin Huairu, I want to talk to you about family matters. Some recent events have made me realize that we still have some problems in family management, and we must solve them in a timely manner. I hope you can take on more responsibilities and assist me in managing household affairs at home to ensure the stability and peace of the family."

Qin Huairu's face changed slightly after hearing what He Yuzhu said, and she was flustered. She knew He Yuzhu's expectations and her own shortcomings in housework management. She replied solemnly: "Master, I am willing to do my best to complete the task you have assigned. I will strengthen the management of the servants in the house and ensure that everyone abides by the house rules without any deviation."

He Yuzhu felt comforted after hearing Qin Huairu's answer. He knew that Qin Huairu was a trustworthy person and she would go all out to complete her task. But at the same time, He Yuzhu also understood that the management problem of this family could not be solved overnight and required the joint efforts and cooperation of everyone.

After discussing family affairs with Qin Huairu, He Yuzhu realized that the family situation needed more people to help manage it. So he decided to arrange Xu Damao, the old servant of the family, to go to the city to purchase the materials needed by the family and also to supervise the business of the He family in the city.

Later that day, He Yuzhu found Xu Damao and said to him seriously, "Xu Damao, I have a task for you. I decided to let you go to the city to be responsible for the purchase of materials needed for the family and to supervise our business in the city. This is an important task. Are you capable of it?"

Xu Damao showed a hint of surprise when he heard what He Yuzhu said. He had always longed for the opportunity to make more contributions to the He family, and now he finally got this opportunity. He replied solemnly: "Master, rest assured, Xu Damao will do his best to complete the task you assigned. I will definitely not let you down!"