Siheyuan: I, an ordinary resident, the king of chefs

When he returned to the courtyard, the neighbors were already waiting at the door, and everyone was happy for Zhang Liang's success.

Yan Bugui also praised: "Little Zhang Liang, you are not only an excellent fitter, but also an outstanding musician. We all admire you."

His musical talent has also been recognized by more people. And in the courtyard, everyone's life has become better and better because of Zhang Liang's existence.

At the art competition, Zhang Liang unexpectedly recognized an old classmate from ten years ago. He didn't expect that he was also working at the steel mill. The two of them cried with joy and reminisced about the past.

On that night in the old city, Zhang Liang's singing voice was still echoing in the auditorium, but he never expected that this performance would bring about an unexpected reunion.

After the performance, Zhang Liang returned to the backstage and was celebrating his success with the members of the art group. At this time, a strange figure slowly walked over with a complicated expression on his face.

"Zhang Liang, is it really you?" The man stood in front of Zhang Liang, his voice trembling slightly.

Zhang Liang raised his head and looked at the person in front of him. He was stunned for a moment, then his eyes widened, "You are... Wu Qiang?"

Wu Qiang smiled, his eyes moistened, "Yes, it's me, old classmate, long time no see!"

Zhang Liang was a little speechless for a moment, then he burst into laughter and hugged Wu Qiang, "Oh my God, it's been ten years, I didn't expect to see you here!"

Wu Qiang also patted Zhang Liang's back excitedly, "Yes, I didn't expect that we would work in the same factory and meet again here. It's really fate!"

The two let go of each other, Zhang Liang took Wu Qiang to the side and started to reminisce about the past. Wu Qiang told Zhang Liang that he was transferred to work in the steel rolling mill a few years ago and had been working on the production line. He didn't expect to meet his old classmates in this art competition.

"Zhang Liang, how have you been these years?" Wu Qiang asked with concern.

Zhang Liang nodded and smiled, "Not bad. I've been working in the factory for the past few years, my life is stable, and I've found my hobby - music. How about you, Wu Qiang?"

Wu Qiang sighed, "I have been working in the factory for the past few years and my life is pretty good. I just didn't expect that we could meet again here. It's great!"

The two were chatting animatedly when Director Zhang came over and said, "Zhang Liang, Wu Qiang, you two are old classmates. What a coincidence!"

Wu Qiang nodded and said with a smile: "Yes, Director Zhang, Zhang Liang is my old classmate. We were in the same class back then."

Director Zhang smiled and said, "Since you are old classmates, you must cooperate more in your work in the future."

Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang said in unison: "No problem, Director Zhang!"

Back at the courtyard, Zhang Liang told his neighbors about the reunion, and everyone was happy for him. Qin Huairu smiled and said, "Zhang Liang, it's fate that I can meet my old classmates here!"

Yan Bugui also nodded in agreement, "Yes, little Zhang Liang, you and Wu Qiang should reminisce about the past and keep in touch more often in the future."

Li Xiaomei held Zhang Liang's hand, her eyes full of tenderness, "Zhang Liang, it's great to meet an old classmate."

Zhang Liang looked at everyone with gratitude, his heart filled with warmth, "Thank you for your concern, I will cherish this friendship."

In the following days, Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang often worked together and recalled the past together. Their friendship became deeper and deeper as time went by.

One day, Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang were busy in the workshop, and suddenly Wu Qiang said, "Zhang Liang, do you still remember what we did in school?"

Zhang Liang smiled and said, "Of course I remember, especially the time when we skipped class to watch a show together and were caught by our homeroom teacher."

Wu Qiang laughed, "Yeah, we were punished to stand for a whole afternoon."

As the two chatted, their colleagues gathered around to listen to their stories of the past. The workshop was filled with laughter, and the working atmosphere became more relaxed and enjoyable.

That evening, Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang returned to the courtyard together. Li Xiaomei was already waiting for them in the yard. She held a pot of steaming hot food and said with a smile: "Zhang Liang, Wu Qiang, let's have dinner together tonight and reminisce about the past."

Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang smiled and nodded. They sat together, eating and talking about the past. Wu Qiang said with emotion: "Zhang Liang, I really didn't expect that we would have such an opportunity. It's great."

Zhang Liang nodded, tears of emotion flashing in his eyes, "Yes, Wu Qiang, no matter what the future holds, we must cherish every day of the present."

Li Xiaomei looked at Zhang Liang tenderly and said softly, "Zhang Liang, with an old friend like Wu Qiang by our side, our lives will definitely get better and better."

Zhang Liang held Li Xiaomei's hand gratefully, his heart full of hope for the future. "Thank you, Xiaomei. With you by my side, I feel that all difficulties can be overcome."

Wu Qiang smiled and said, "Zhang Liang, Xiaomei, you two are really a perfect match. I am happy for you."

As time went by, Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang cooperated with each other in work and supported each other in life, and their friendship became deeper and deeper. The neighbors in the courtyard also lived a more harmonious and beautiful life because of their existence.

One day, Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang were busy in the workshop when they heard the factory broadcast: "Attention, all employees, there will be a general meeting in the factory auditorium at 3 o'clock this afternoon. Please attend on time."

Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang looked at each other, feeling somewhat confused, wondering what important events would come out of this factory meeting.

At 3 pm, the factory auditorium was packed with people waiting for the meeting to begin. Director Zhang walked up to the stage and said with a smile: "Dear colleagues, today we are holding this meeting to commend a group of employees who have performed outstandingly at work."

Everyone applauded, including Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang, their hearts full of anticipation.

Director Zhang continued, "First, we want to commend Comrade Zhang Liang. His outstanding performance in the art competition not only showcased the artistic style of our factory, but also won honor for our factory."

Zhang Liang was stunned for a moment, then walked up to the stage amid the applause of everyone and took the certificate and prize handed over by Director Zhang. He said gratefully: "Thank you for the trust and support of the factory leaders. I will continue to work hard and make more contributions to the work and cultural activities of the factory."

Director Zhang nodded and said with a smile, "We believe you, Comrade Zhang Liang."

Then Director Zhang commended some other outstanding employees, including Wu Qiang, who was excited when he went on stage to receive the award.

After the meeting, Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang returned to the courtyard together, and everyone was happy for them. Qin Huairu smiled and said, "Zhang Liang, Wu Qiang, you guys were so great today, I'm so proud of you."

Yan Bugui also nodded and praised, "Yes, you are all the pride of our courtyard."

Li Xiaomei held Zhang Liang's hand, her eyes full of love, "Zhang Liang, I am proud of you."

As time went by, Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang made continuous progress in their work and their lives became better and better. Their friendship also became deeper and deeper with the passage of time.

One evening, Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang were walking in the yard. Suddenly, Wu Qiang said, "Zhang Liang, I have an idea. I wonder if you are willing to support me."

Zhang Liang asked curiously, "What's the idea?"

Wu Qiang said seriously: "I want to set up a music club in the factory to train employees who love music. You are the artistic backbone of our factory, and I hope you can support me."

Zhang Liang was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "Wu Qiang, this is a good idea. Of course I support you. The music club can not only enrich everyone's spare time, but also improve the cultural atmosphere of the factory."

Wu Qiang nodded gratefully, "Thank you, Zhang Liang. With your support, I believe we will succeed."

In the following days, Zhang Liang and Wu Qiang began to get busy. They planned and organized together, and finally established a music club with the support of the factory. The club attracted many employees who loved music. Everyone rehearsed and created together, and the cultural life of the factory became more colorful.

The neighbors in the courtyard were also happy for them. Qin Huairu smiled and said, "Zhang Liang, Wu Qiang, your music club is really great. We are all proud of you."

Yan Bugui also nodded and praised, "Yes, you are not only excellent at work, but also so talented in literature and art. We all admire you."

Zhang Liang shed tears because there were many disabled workers in the factory. These people were extremely self-reliant, and their singing was full of love for their work.

At the steel mill in Sijiucheng, workers were busy preparing for the upcoming factory anniversary. In between his busy schedule, Zhang Liang would always hear singing coming from a corner of the factory. It was a choir spontaneously formed by a group of disabled workers in the factory, who used singing to express their love for life.

That evening, Zhang Liang returned to the courtyard, with those moving songs still lingering in his mind. As soon as he entered the courtyard, Li Xiaomei came up to him, "Zhang Liang, what's wrong with you? You don't look very happy."

Zhang Liang shook his head and took a deep breath. "Xiaomei, I heard the chorus of disabled workers in the factory today. Their singing moved me deeply."

Li Xiaomei asked with concern: "What happened? Tell me."

Zhang Liang nodded, sat on the stone bench in the yard, and began to tell what he had seen and heard.

"Today, I passed by a corner of the factory and heard a melodious singing. When I got closer, I found that it was the disabled workers in the factory who were rehearsing a chorus. Although they have physical defects, their singing is full of love for life and enthusiasm for work." Zhang Liang said this with tears in his eyes.

Qin Huairu also came over and listened to Zhang Liang's words, and sighed: "It's really not easy for these workers. They express their respect for life in their own way."

Yan Bugui also nodded in agreement, "Yes, their strength and optimism are worth learning for every one of us."