Siheyuan, integrating everything, cultivating the city

Li Xiangqian and Lou Xiao'e looked at each other, their hearts full of sympathy and concern. Li Xiangqian said softly: "Rest here for a while, and make plans after you recover. If you don't mind, you can stay with us temporarily and help with some things within your ability."

A trace of surprise and gratitude flashed in the homeless man's eyes. He nodded and said, "Thank you very much for your help. I will do my best to repay you."

In the following days, the homeless man settled down in the courtyard. His name was Wang Dashan, and he was a simple man. He took the initiative to help Li Xiangqian and Lou Xiaoe take care of the yard, clean up the snow, and learn how to grow corn under Li Xiangqian's guidance. Wang Dashan's joining made the courtyard more lively and gave Li Xiangqian and Lou Xiaoe a new experience in life.

Li Xiangqian felt an inexplicable sense of satisfaction as he watched Wang Dashan gradually recover. He knew that he had helped a person in need, and this act of kindness not only brought warmth to Wang Dashan, but also brought him and Lou Xiaoe closer together.

One night, Li Xiangqian and Wang Dashan were sitting by the stove, drinking hot tea. Li Xiangqian asked, "Dashan, have you ever thought about what to do in the future? Do you want to continue staying here?"

Wang Dashan was silent for a while, then said: "Mr. Li, you are so good to me, I don't want to rely on you all the time. I hope to find a stable job and live on my own."

Li nodded and said with understanding: "Dashan, we support your decision. If you need any help, just ask. This will always be your home."

Wang Dashan nodded with emotion, knowing that he had met a truly good person. Li Xiangqian's care and support rekindled his hope for life, and he was determined not to disappoint this trust and work hard to change his destiny.

As time went by, Wang Dashan gradually found a stable job and rented a small house with the help of Li Xiangqian and started a new life. He often returned to the courtyard to share the little things in life with Li Xiangqian and Lou Xiaoe.

On a warm spring day, Wang Dashan returned to the courtyard with some fresh vegetables. He looked at the lush corn in the yard and said with emotion: "Mr. Li, Ms. Lou, your courtyard is really beautiful. I will always remember the warmth here."

Li Xiangqian patted Wang Dashan on the shoulder and said with a smile: "Dashan, this will always be your home. You can come back anytime."

Lou Xiao'e also smiled and nodded, her eyes full of tenderness. She felt Li Xiangqian's kindness and tolerance, and her feelings for him became more firm. She knew that she had found someone who was truly worthy of her support, and Li Xiangqian's kindness also made her more confident about the future.

Spring is coming quietly, and everything in the courtyard is reviving, and the flowers and plants are regaining vitality. Li Xiangqian stood in the yard, looking at the new sprouts, and felt happy. However, with the arrival of spring, Li Xiangqian's mood became a little complicated. He didn't know how to deal with his feelings for Lou Xiao'e.

Since Wang Dashan left, Li Xiangqian and Lou Xiao'e have become closer. The two take care of the yard together and spend every ordinary and warm day together. Li Xiangqian finds that he can't leave Lou Xiao'e anymore, and his heart is full of love and desire for her. However, whenever he wants to further express his feelings, his heart is always full of hesitation and uneasiness.

On a warm afternoon, Li Xiangqian and Lou Xiao'e were tidying the flowerbed in the yard. The sun shone on them, the breeze blew gently, and there was a quietness all around. Li Xiangqian looked at Lou Xiao'e's focused expression, and an impulse surged in his heart. He wanted to tell her about his feelings, but he was worried that it would bring pressure and trouble to her.

"Mr. Li, the flowers here are so beautiful." Lou Xiao'e suddenly raised her head and said to Li Xiangqian with a smile.

Li Xiangqian came back to his senses and responded with a smile: "Yes, all this is thanks to your care. Xiao'e, there is something I have always wanted to tell you."

Lou Xiao'e looked at Li Xiangqian with a hint of curiosity and expectation in her eyes: "Mr. Li, what's the matter?"

Li Xiangqian took a deep breath and mustered up the courage to say, "Xiao E, actually I... I have always liked you. You are not just a friend to me, but the most important person in my heart. I hope to be with you and face the future together."

When Lou Xiao'e heard this, she was surprised and had mixed feelings in her eyes. She was silent for a while, and then whispered, "Mr. Li, thank you for your concern and care for me. I am very touched and I cherish the relationship between us. However, my past experiences still leave some shadows in my heart, and I still need some time to sort out my feelings."

Li Xiangqian felt a sense of loss in his heart, but he suppressed his inner fluctuations and said gently: "Xiao'e, I understand how you feel. No matter how long it takes you, I will wait for you. I just hope you know that I will always be by your side, supporting you and accompanying you."

Lou Xiao'e nodded gratefully, tears in her eyes: "Mr. Li, thank you. I am really touched and thank you for your understanding and tolerance. I will work hard to make myself better and live up to your expectations."

Li Xiangqian felt a warm feeling in his heart, knowing that he had made the right decision. He decided to continue to accompany Lou Xiao'e silently, giving her time and space to help her find inner peace and happiness again.

As time goes by, the relationship between Li Xiangqian and Lou Xiao'e becomes more solid. Although there is no clear commitment between them, the tacit understanding and trust between them are deepening. Every morning, Li Xiangqian gets up early to prepare for the new day. He knows that as long as he perseveres, the future of himself and Lou Xiao'e will definitely be better and better.

One morning, Li Xiangqian was busy in the yard when he suddenly heard Lou Xiaoe's voice: "Mr. Li, today is your birthday. I have prepared a little surprise for you."

Li Xiangqian was stunned for a moment before he remembered that today was his birthday. He looked at Lou Xiao'e with his eyes full of emotion: "Xiao'e, thank you. I'm really happy that you remembered my birthday."

Lou Xiao'e smiled and handed him a small box, which contained a cake she had made herself. Li Xiangqian felt her kindness and felt warm in his heart. He gently held Lou Xiao'e's hand and said softly, "Xiao'e, this is really the best gift I have ever received. Thank you."

Lou Xiao'e's eyes were filled with tears. She whispered, "Mr. Li, I am actually very happy to spend this special day with you. I will always remember how good you have been to me. I hope we can always stay like this, accompany each other, and face the future together."