Siheyuan: A journey of mountains and rivers

He Yuzhu was silent for a while, then said: "I like the feeling of being with Qiu Ye. She is very kind and considerate. But I have too many responsibilities in my life now, and I can't make any promises easily."

Yi Zhonghai patted his shoulder and said earnestly: "You can't force feelings. What's important is your true feelings. Since you like her, you might as well try to get to know her better and see if you can find a balance. He felt a little relieved. Just when the two were talking enthusiastically, Yi Zhonghai suddenly shouted: "Yuzhu, look, there's a fish on the hook!"

He Yuzhu quickly picked up the fishing rod and pulled hard. A big fish jumped out of the water, flashing a silver light. The two of them laughed excitedly and were busy putting the fish into the bucket. At this moment, He Yuzhu felt a long-lost sense of relaxation and pleasure.

The fishing time passed quickly in laughter and joy, and He Yuzhu and Yi Zhonghai returned with a full load. Back at the courtyard, they decided to make these fresh fish into a sumptuous dinner. He Yuzhu was busy cleaning the fish, and Ran Qiuye took the initiative to come over to help.

"Brother Yuzhu, we have a good harvest today." Ran Qiuye said with a smile, with a hint of relief in his eyes.

He Yuzhu nodded and smiled gently: "Yes, I'm lucky today. Qiuye, thank you for your help and support all the time."

Ran Qiuye's face flushed slightly, and she said softly: "Brother Yuzhu, you are so kind to me, I am very happy that I can help you."

The two worked in harmony to prepare dinner, and the air was filled with the aroma of food and a pleasant atmosphere. During dinner, the neighbors of the courtyard gathered together, talking and laughing, enjoying this rare reunion time.

After dinner, He Yuzhu and Ran Qiuye cleaned up the dishes together. He Yuzhu secretly made up his mind to try to understand Ran Qiuye better. Maybe in the near future, he will find the answer that will let him put down his worries.

As the days went by, the interaction between He Yuzhu and Ran Qiuye became more natural and harmonious. He Yuzhu found that he gradually got used to the feeling of having Ran Qiuye around him. Her smile and her care made him feel a long-lost warmth. He began to look forward to meeting her every day and sharing every bit of life with her.

One day, He Yuzhu decided to take Ran Qiuye to a secret base he often visited when he was a child - a small forest behind the courtyard. There was a stream there, the water was clear and the trees were lush and green. It was a paradise for him and his friends to play when he was a child.

"Qiu Ye, I'm going to take you to a place today. You'll definitely like it." He Yuzhu said with a mysterious smile.

Ran Qiuye asked curiously, "What place is this, Brother Yuzhu?"

He Yuzhu kept her in suspense, took her hand, and walked towards the woods behind. When they reached the stream, Ran Qiuye was stunned by the beautiful scenery in front of her. She smiled happily and said, "It's so beautiful here, Brother Yuzhu, did you often come here to play when you were a child?" With a nostalgic light in her eyes, she said, "Yes, this place carries many of my childhood memories. I like this quiet place very much."

Ran Qiuye looked at He Yuzhu with emotion and said softly, "Thank you for bringing me here, Brother Yuzhu. I feel like I understand you better."

He Yuzhu smiled and said, "Qiuye, I also want to know more about you. Let's take it slow, okay?"

Ran Qiuye nodded, her eyes full of hope and expectation. The two sat on the rocks by the stream, listening to the gurgling sound of the water, and felt an unprecedented peace and satisfaction in their hearts.

The relationship between He Yuzhu and Ran Qiuye gradually attracted everyone's attention in the courtyard, especially Jia Zhangshi. Jia Zhangshi always liked to meddle in other people's affairs, especially after seeing the close interaction between He Yuzhu and Ran Qiuye, she became even more dissatisfied.

That evening, He Yuzhu was repairing a worn-out bicycle in the yard, preparing it for his sister to ride to school. Ran Qiuye was helping to pass the tools, and the atmosphere was very harmonious. However, Jia Zhang was sneering and said sharply, "He Yuzhu, you are really lucky to have such a good girl to help you. It's a pity that such a good girl doesn't know what she likes about you."

He Yuzhu was furious when he heard this. He stopped what he was doing, looked up at Jia Zhang, and said rudely, "Jia Zhang, what do you mean by that? Qiu Ye is willing to help me because we are friends. What qualifications do you have to say these sarcastic words?"

Jia Zhang was not willing to be outdone. She put her hands on her hips and said in a sharp voice, "Oh, do you really think you are someone important? Everyone can see that the girl is interested in you. But you are not sure if you are lucky enough to accept her!"

These words pierced He Yuzhu's heart. He knew Ran Qiuye's feelings, but he also knew his own situation and responsibilities. He suppressed his anger and said coldly: "Jia Zhang, stop trying to sow discord here. You don't need to worry about what's going on between me and Qiuye."

Ran Qiuye saw He Yuzhu and Jia Zhang quarreling, and felt uneasy and guilty. She pulled He Yuzhu's sleeve and whispered, "Brother Yuzhu, forget it, don't quarrel with her."

At this moment, Qin Huairu walked out of the room. She looked at He Yuzhu and Jia Zhang who were arguing fiercely, and then looked at Ran Qiuye who looked nervous. She couldn't help but rolled her eyes and walked to the middle. "Okay, stop arguing. It's so disgraceful to argue so loudly."

He Yuzhu was so angry that his chest heaved, but he tried hard not to get angry, glared at Jia Zhang, and turned around to continue repairing the bicycle. Ran Qiuye felt the atmosphere was awkward, and stood aside silently, not knowing what to say.

Seeing this, Qin Huairu sighed softly, walked to Ran Qiuye, patted her shoulder, and said, "Qiuye, don't take it to heart. Jia Zhang is that kind of person, she doesn't spare anyone with her mouth. She forced a smile and said, "Thank you, Sister Qin, I'm fine."

He Yuzhu was filled with anger and helplessness. He knew that although Jia Zhang's words were unpleasant to hear, they hit the pain point in his heart. Ever since Ran Qiuye confessed her love, he had been thinking about the relationship between the two. He liked Ran Qiuye, but the concerns and responsibilities in his heart prevented him from making up his mind easily.

At night, He Yuzhu sat alone in the yard, staring at the sky in a trance. Ran Qiuye saw his back, and felt distressed. She walked over and asked softly, "Brother Yuzhu, are you still angry?"

He Yuzhu came back to his senses and said, "It's okay, Qiuye, I just feel a little helpless."

Ran Qiuye said softly: "Brother Yuzhu, I know you have a lot of concerns in your heart, but I am willing to wait for you, no matter how long it takes. I just hope you can be happy."