Siheyuan, integrating everything, cultivating the city

A hint of tenderness flashed in Li Mei's eyes. She put down the teacup in her hand and curved her lips: "Okay, since you said so, let's go. Your mother's family is free there, so it should be able to let you relax a little."

Li Xiangqian was relieved after hearing this. To be honest, he didn't often take the initiative to make such requests, especially at Li Mei's parents' home. He knew that Li Mei had always had a good relationship with her mother, and going to her parents' home seemed to be relaxing, but it also made him feel a little uncomfortable. But this time was different. The burden in his heart gradually became heavier. Li Xiangqian finally realized that what he needed during this period might just be a simple relaxation - even if it was just a few days, it would allow him to feel the lightness and freedom of life again.

After a quick tidy up in the morning, the couple set off for Li Mei's parents' home. Along the way, the scenery outside the car window kept passing by as the speed increased. Gradually, Li Xiangqian felt an inexplicable relaxation, and even his tense shoulders seemed to relax a little.

The car drove to an open field, with mountains looming in the distance, and the green fields intertwined with the early autumn scenery, as if everything had gained a moment of tranquility in this peaceful countryside. His eyes unconsciously moved to the distance, and he felt a sense of being in another world.

"Xiang Qian, what's wrong?" Li Mei saw his expression from the side and asked softly.

Li Xiangqian shook his head slightly: "Nothing, I just suddenly felt that I haven't seen this field for a long time, and I felt a sense of familiarity in my heart."

Li Mei didn't say anything else, as if she understood her husband's mood. She looked ahead quietly, the scenery outside the car window kept changing, and the air became much fresher.

Finally, the car drove into Li Mei's hometown. It was a typical rural village, quiet and simple, with the air filled with the fragrance of grass and soil. In the yard, Li Mei's mother was drying some freshly packed cotton in the sun. When she saw the two of them coming back, she greeted them warmly: "Meizi, Xiangqian, you're back! Come in quickly, there's hot food inside."

Li Mei got out of the car with a smile, took Li Xiangqian's hand and walked towards the yard, and Li Xiangqian followed.

As soon as he stepped into the yard, Li Xiangqian felt a long-lost sense of relaxation. There was no noise or dispute here, only warmth and care between family and neighbors. This kind of tranquility made him relax, and the unresolved worries in his heart seemed to quietly dissipate at this moment.

"Mom, you are still drying these. Why don't you take a rest?" Li Mei walked up to her mother with a smile and took the cotton from her hand.

Li Mei's mother smiled and shook her head: "Why are you taking a rest? There is no one idle at home. Look, Xiang Qian is here too. Come in and sit down. I made some snacks. Let's eat first."

Li Mei's mother's enthusiasm always makes people feel warm. Li Xiangqian couldn't help but sigh: "Mom, you are really busy all the time and you don't even give yourself a break."

Li Mei's mother had a gentle smile on her face: "It's busy, but doing these jobs makes me feel at ease. You young people should enjoy your life. When we get old, how many more years can we work?"

"Mom, you're right." Li Xiangqian nodded, a smile on his face, but he felt a little emotional in his heart. This simple daily life was the peace he had missed for a long time.

After the two entered the house, the dishes on the table had already been served. While Li Mei's mother was busy greeting the guests, she reminded Li Xiangqian: "Eat more, Xiangqian, you have lost a lot of weight recently, your health is important, don't always think about other things."

Li Xiangqian felt warm inside. He looked down at the food in front of him, feeling mixed emotions. These days, he did feel that he ate less, slept less, and the pressure of life made his body look a little tired. But at this moment, sitting at this warm table, eating the dishes made by his mother, he felt like returning home.

Seeing that he was silent, Li Mei frowned slightly and asked softly, "Xiang Qian, what's wrong?"

Li Xiangqian raised his head with a smile on his face: "Nothing, I just feel that this kind of life is the most comfortable."

Li Mei blinked her eyes, seeming to be a little emotional, but she didn't say anything. She knew that her husband must be in a very complicated mood recently, and perhaps only in such a simple daily life could he find the peace he needed.

"Eat slowly and eat well, then you will be in a good mood." Li Mei's mother said gently, as if she had seen through their thoughts inadvertently.

After dinner, Li Xiangqian took the initiative to suggest taking a walk in the yard. He felt that the tranquility at this moment was extremely precious. At least it temporarily made him forget about all the complicated things and made him feel a little more relaxed. He chatted with Li Mei's mother for a while and shared their recent life stories. Li Mei's mother always looked at him with a gentle and tolerant look, which made him feel that he was not alone.

Walking to the edge of the yard, Li Xiangqian stopped and looked at the sky quietly. He suddenly realized that this simple happiness was more important than any complicated things.

Li Mei walked to his side and gently held his hand. She didn't say anything, but just accompanied him quietly, as if she knew that what her husband needed at this moment was not more words, but the kind of quiet companionship and understanding.

Li Xiangqian stood in the yard, and the scene in front of him seemed to have become gentle. The fields in the distance were green and lush, and a few leisurely sparrows were jumping under the eaves, occasionally chirping, as if responding to his inner peace. He had never felt such a peaceful environment so comfortable. Li Mei beside him quietly approached and gently took his hand. The gentle movement seemed to remind him that at this moment, he was not alone.

The feeling of depression in his heart seemed to slowly dissipate in the quiet countryside. He himself did not realize that as he spent time with Li Mei, he became more and more gentle, and was able to perceive more and more details that he had once ignored.

Since arriving at Li Mei's mother's house, Li Xiangqian's attitude has become more and more gentle. He no longer frowns as before, and his mood is as gloomy as a cloudy day. Instead, when dealing with Li Mei's mother and neighbors, he suddenly feels as if he has been awakened, and the warmth and gentleness deep in his heart gradually emerge.

"Xiang Qian, look at the clouds in the sky, do they look like anything?" Li Mei asked softly, pointing to the distant sky.

Li Xiangqian looked in the direction where her finger pointed. A faint glow dyed the sky red. The clouds were floating gently like balls of soft cotton. The warm light sprinkled on them, bringing an almost intoxicating sense of comfort.

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