Siheyuan: Mastery started in the 50s

He Yuzhu walked into the kitchen and saw Wang Qiang busy at work. He smiled and said, "Qiangzi, what delicious food are you preparing today?"

Wang Qiang raised his head and smiled: "Yuzhu, let's try steaming fish today, and pair it with a few vegetarian dishes. This way it will be light and nutritious."

He Yuzhu nodded and said approvingly: "Not bad, Qiangzi, your cooking skills are getting better and better. This is indeed healthy and good for the stomach."

At lunch time, Wang Qiang, He Yuzhu and Xu Damao sat at the table and tasted steamed fish and vegetarian dishes. Wang Qiang felt satisfied when he saw everyone enjoying the meal. The delicious steamed fish and the fragrance of the vegetarian dishes made him feel very comfortable, without the discomfort caused by the greasy food.

Xu Damao picked up a piece of fish and exclaimed: "Qiangzi, this fish is so delicious, your cooking skills are really first-class!"

Wang Qiang smiled and nodded: "Brother Damao, as long as everyone likes to eat it, it's fine. Health is the most important thing. Let's work together to make life better."

They ate and talked about how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Wang Qiang felt happy, knowing that he had found the right direction and that as long as he kept going, he would be able to maintain a healthy body.

In the afternoon, Wang Qiang and He Yuzhu rested in the yard. He Yuzhu looked at Wang Qiang, with a hint of concern in his tone: "Qiangzi, how do you feel recently? Is your appetite better?"

Wang Qiang nodded and smiled, "Much better, Yuzhu. A light diet is indeed suitable for me. After eating these vegetarian dishes and fish, I feel much more relaxed."

Wang Qiang felt He Yuzhu's concern and was filled with gratitude. He knew that with the support of these friends, his road to health would be smoother.

In the evening, Wang Qiang walked in the yard, thinking about his future plans. He knew that he had to not only stay healthy, but also find a balance between work and life. He wanted to live up to everyone's expectations and make every day more fulfilling and beautiful.

Wang Qiang's life gradually stabilized, and his weight loss plan had significant results. However, there was one thing in his heart that he could not let go of, which was his complaint about a country girl.

The girl's name is Xiaomei, and she is the niece of Liu Haizhong, a neighbor in the courtyard. A few months ago, Liu Haizhong brought Xiaomei to the city to help take care of his elderly parents. However, Xiaomei's inability to adapt to city life and her behavior bothered Wang Qiang. She always made loud noises, ignored the neighbors' rest, and often made a mess in the courtyard.

One sunny morning, Wang Qiang was tending to the flowers in the yard. Xiaomei came over, yelling, and accidentally stepped on the flower pots he had just planted. Wang Qiang looked at the flowers that had been trampled, and felt annoyed. He frowned and said to Xiaomei, "Xiaomei, can you be more careful? I just planted these flowers."

Xiaomei curled her lips and said disapprovingly: "It's just a few pots of flowers, what's the big deal."

Wang Qiang took a deep breath, suppressed his anger, and tried to speak calmly: "Xiaomei, we live together, and it is important to be considerate of each other. You are not only disturbing others by yelling like this, but also breaking things. This is not good."

Xiaomei snorted and turned around and ran back to her room. Wang Qiang looked at her from behind, feeling helpless. He knew that Xiaomei was an ignorant child, but her behavior was indeed unbearable.

That night, Wang Qiang, He Yuzhu and Liu Haizhong sat in the yard drinking tea and chatting. Wang Qiang sighed and told them what happened today. Liu Haizhong listened and apologized: "Qiangzi, I'm so sorry. Xiaomei grew up in the countryside and doesn't know much about the rules. I will teach her well, and I hope you can tolerate her."

He Yuzhu also nodded to show his understanding: "Yes, Qiangzi, Xiaomei is still young and doesn't understand some things. Let's help her together and let her slowly adapt to life here."

Wang Qiang felt a little relieved after hearing this. He knew that Liu Haizhong and He Yuzhu had good intentions, and he couldn't destroy the harmony of the neighborhood because of Xiaomei's behavior.

The next day, Wang Qiang decided to try to communicate with Xiaomei. He found her playing in the yard and said patiently, "Xiaomei, I know you are not familiar with this place yet, and some things need time to adapt. However, it is important for everyone to understand each other when living together. Are you willing to try to change your behavior?"

Xiaomei looked up at Wang Qiang, a trace of confusion and puzzlement flashed in her eyes. She whispered: "Uncle, did I really do something wrong?"

Wang Qiang nodded and said softly, "Xiaomei, you did nothing wrong, but some of your behaviors need improvement. We all hope that you can live happily here, but we also need you to respect other people's living habits."

Xiaomei lowered her head and thought for a while, and finally nodded: "Okay, uncle, I will try to improve it."

Wang Qiang was relieved to see that she was willing to change. He knew that this was just the beginning and that more patience and effort would be needed in the future. But he believed that as long as everyone worked together, Xiaomei would be able to adapt to life here.

In the following days, Wang Qiang and his neighbors helped Xiaomei adapt to her new living environment. They taught her how to get along with others, how to respect other people's habits, and gradually integrated her into the big family of the courtyard.

One evening, Wang Qiang and He Yuzhu were drinking tea and chatting in the yard. He Yuzhu looked at Xiaomei not far away and said with a smile: "Qiangzi, Xiaomei has changed a lot recently. Your efforts have not been in vain."

Wang Qiang nodded, feeling a sense of accomplishment. "Yes, Yuzhu, Xiaomei is much more sensible now. Although she still makes some small mistakes sometimes, she is slowly improving."

At this moment, Xiaomei came over and whispered, "Uncle, thank you for teaching me. I know I have many shortcomings, but I will try my best to correct them."

Wang Qiang smiled and nodded: "Xiaomei, as long as you are willing to work hard, we will support you. Let's work hard together."

Life in the courtyard gradually returned to normal, and Wang Qiang was pleased with Xiaomei's changes. However, he always had a lingering worry in his heart - He Yuzhu's mood. Recently, Wang Qiang found that He Yuzhu always had a trace of sadness on his face. Although he was reluctant to say it, Wang Qiang knew that as a brother for many years, he could not sit idly by.

One night, the courtyard was unusually quiet, the moonlight was shining in the courtyard, Wang Qiang and He Yuzhu sat at the stone table, drinking tea. Wang Qiang considered the way to open his mouth, he knew that He Yuzhu was an introverted person, unwilling to easily reveal his thoughts.

"Yuzhu," Wang Qiang said softly, trying to get his attention, "What's wrong with you recently? I always feel like you have something on your mind."

He Yuzhu was slightly stunned after hearing this, then smiled and said, "It's nothing, Qiangzi, just some small things, not worth mentioning."