Siheyuan: A journey of mountains and rivers

In his heart, he began to reflect on his life. Was he going to work in the steel mill for the rest of his life? He thought of Xu Damao's courage and his persistence in his dream, and suddenly felt that he should do something for himself.

The aroma of scrambled eggs and tomatoes gradually filled the kitchen. He Yuzhu put the dishes on a plate, sat at the table, and ate dinner quietly. Every bite made him feel a little comforted, but also made him realize more clearly that he couldn't go on like this.

After dinner, He Yuzhu sat on a chair and took out a diary. He hadn't touched it for a long time, and the cover had turned yellow. He opened the first page and saw the dreams and goals he had written when he was young. He couldn't help but sigh. The passion and enthusiasm at the beginning seemed to have been gradually worn away by the passage of time.

"I can't go on like this." He Yuzhu made up his mind secretly. He decided to give himself some time to think about the future direction.

In the following days, He Yuzhu continued to work while silently thinking about his future. He began to read in his spare time, especially some books about entrepreneurship and self-improvement. He also often went to Xu Damao's bookstore to talk with him about his experience and experience in running a bookstore. Every time he talked with Damao, he could get a lot of inspiration from it.

One night, He Yuzhu came to Xu Damao's bookstore again and saw Damao busy arranging the bookshelves. He walked over and patted Damao on the shoulder, "Damo, what are you busy with?"

Xu Damao looked up and saw that it was He Yuzhu, and said with a smile: "Yuzhu, you are here. I am sorting out some newly arrived books and preparing to put them on the shelves tomorrow."

He Yuzhu nodded and helped to sort the books. After finishing, the two sat down to drink tea. He Yuzhu suddenly asked: "Da Mao, do you think it is possible for me to quit my job and pursue my dream like you?"

Xu Damao looked at He Yuzhu and said seriously: "Yuzhu, of course. As long as you have a dream and are willing to work hard for it, anything is possible. You are a capable person, I believe you will succeed."

He Yuzhu was silent for a while, and then whispered, "Actually, I have always had a dream, which is to open a restaurant. I like cooking, and I like the satisfaction of seeing others enjoy the food I cook."

Xu Damao's eyes flashed with excitement, "Yuzhu, this is a great idea! Opening a restaurant will not only allow you to realize your dream, but also allow more people to taste your cooking skills. You must try it!"

He Yuzhu nodded, his heart full of anticipation and nervousness. He knew that quitting his job to open a restaurant was not an easy thing, but he was willing to fight for his dream. In the following days, He Yuzhu began to prepare. He studied the market, looked for suitable stores, and consulted some experienced restaurant owners to learn from their experience.

In this process, He Yuzhu felt an unprecedented sense of fulfillment. He knew that although the road ahead was difficult, as long as he persisted, he would surely see the dawn of his dream.

A few months later, He Yuzhu finally found a suitable store. He told Xu Damao about it, and Xu Damao said happily: "Yuzhu, you finally took this step! I believe that your restaurant will be successful."

He Yuzhu smiled and nodded, "Thank you, Damao. Without your encouragement and support, I might still be hesitant."

The two stood side by side at the entrance of the new store, looking at the new world in front of them, their hearts filled with hope and longing. They knew that no matter what the future held, as long as they remained firm in their beliefs and moved forward courageously, their dreams would surely come true.

On the day when He Yuzhu opened his restaurant, neighbors from the courtyard came to congratulate him. Everyone tasted the food He Yuzhu made and praised it highly. Xu Damao also took time out of his busy schedule to come and share the joy with He Yuzhu.

As time went by, He Yuzhu's restaurant business became better and better, with customers coming in an endless stream. And Xu Damao's bookstore also became a cultural center in the courtyard with his efforts. They kept working hard and moving forward on their respective paths, proving the power of dreams with practical actions.

One evening, He Yuzhu returned home from a busy day at the restaurant and prepared to cook a simple dinner. He opened the cupboard and found that the salt and oil were all gone. He frowned and said to himself, "How could I forget to buy these basic things? How careless."

He decided to go to a nearby store to buy some salt and oil. He put on his coat and walked out of the house. The night air was a little cool, blowing away his fatigue of the day. Walking on the street, he couldn't help but recall every detail since the restaurant opened, and his heart was filled with emotion.

When he arrived at the small shop, the owner greeted him warmly: "Yuzhu, you are still out shopping so late, how is your business today?"

He Yuzhu smiled and said, "Not bad, the guests are very satisfied. I was so busy today that I forgot to buy salt and oil, and there is none left at home."

The boss laughed and said, "It's strange that you, a restaurant owner, are short of salt and oil." Then he handed him a bag of salt and a bottle of oil.

He Yuzhu took the things, paid for them, and felt warm in his heart. He knew that the neighbors in the courtyard had always cared about him, and it was this care that gave him more motivation to pursue his dreams.

After returning home, He Yuzhu turned on the kitchen light and started preparing dinner. While cooking, he thought about the future of the restaurant. Although the business is good now, he knows that if he wants to gain a foothold, he needs to continue to work hard and innovate. Thinking of this, he decided to attend some cooking training courses to improve his skills.

A few days later, He Yuzhu signed up for an advanced cooking training class. He listened carefully to every class and studied every detail. He found that cooking is not only a technique, but also an art that needs to be felt with the heart and created with the soul.

The teacher of the training class is a chef with many years of experience. He praised He Yuzhu's serious attitude. "Yuzhu, you are one of the most talented students I have ever seen. You not only have the skills, but also the love for cooking. As long as you stick to it, you will definitely be able to make better dishes."

He Yuzhu said gratefully: "Thank you, teacher. I will work hard. I hope to make my restaurant better through continuous learning."

In the training class, He Yuzhu met many like-minded friends, who exchanged ideas and shared experiences with each other, which not only enabled him to learn new skills but also broadened his horizons.

One day, the students in the training class decided to go to the suburbs to collect inspiration. He Yuzhu also readily agreed. He thought this was a good opportunity to not only relax but also draw inspiration from nature.