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

Zhang Liang watched from the side, feeling extremely satisfied and happy. He knew that he had found someone to accompany him for the rest of his life.

They face various challenges in life together, share happiness and sorrow together. Although Zhang Liang has a lot of pressure at work, with Li Jingjing's support, he feels that everything has become much easier.

That day, Zhang Liang was busy at the factory when he suddenly received a call. Li Jingjing's voice came from the other end of the phone, "Zhang Liang, I have something to tell you."

Zhang Liang put down the work at hand and listened attentively, "Jingjing, what's wrong?"

Li Jingjing said hesitantly: "I have been considering whether to continue teaching in primary school. I have a friend who works in an educational institution and she recommended that I try there."

Zhang Liang listened and thought for a while, "Jingjing, this is a great opportunity. If you think this is what you want to do, I will fully support you."

Li Jingjing said gratefully: "Thank you, Zhang Liang. You always support me like this, I really appreciate it."

Zhang Liang smiled and said, "We are partners, so of course we have to support each other. No matter what decision you make, I will be by your side."

Li Jingjing felt very warm in her heart after hearing this. "Zhang Liang, I will always support you. Let's work hard together and face the future together."

A few days later, Li Jingjing officially joined the educational institution, where her work was more diverse and challenging than before. Zhang Liang also worked harder, constantly improving his skills and management capabilities. They supported each other, grew together, and their relationship became deeper and deeper.

That night, Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing were chatting at home. Li Jingjing suddenly said, "Zhang Liang, I've been thinking recently, should we consider getting married?"

Zhang Liang was excited when he heard this. "Jingjing, you have the same idea? I've been waiting for you to speak up."

Li Jingjing smiled and nodded, "Yes, we have been together for a while, and I think we know each other well enough to start thinking about the future."

The wedding of Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing caused quite a stir in the courtyard. The neighbors talked about it and everyone thought it was a great event. Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing decided to hold a simple and warm banquet in the courtyard and invite the neighbors to celebrate together.

On this day, the courtyard was bustling with activity, and the neighbors started to get busy early. Uncle Wang, Qin Huairu, the deaf old lady, and even the rarely seen Yan Bugui came, all with gifts and blessings.

Uncle Wang came in with two bottles of fine liquor and said to Zhang Liang with a smile, "Little Zhang Liang, today is a happy day. I prepared these two bottles of liquor especially for you. I hope you two will have a prosperous life in the future."

Zhang Liang took the wine and said gratefully, "Thank you, Uncle Wang, you are so polite."

Qin Huairu brought a set of exquisite tableware. She smiled and said, "Zhang Liang, Jingjing, I carefully selected this. I hope you can use it when you eat in the future."

Li Jingjing took the gift with a smile, "Thank you, Sister Qin, you are so thoughtful."

Although the deaf old lady's hearing was not very good, she was particularly happy today. She held Li Jingjing's hand and kept praising her, "Good child, good child, you and little Zhang Liang should live a good life and take care of each other."

Li Jingjing said gently: "Thank you, old lady, we will definitely do it."

The banquet began. Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing stood in the middle of the courtyard, facing their relatives and friends, their hearts filled with gratitude and happiness. Zhang Hao, as a good friend of Zhang Liang, also helped out. He said loudly: "Today is the big day for Zhang Liang and Jingjing. Let's raise our glasses and wish them a long and happy marriage!"

Everyone raised their glasses and wished in unison: "May you have a happy marriage and a son soon!"

Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing smiled at each other, their hearts filled with warmth and emotion.

The banquet was in full swing, and the neighbors were chatting with each other, and the atmosphere was very lively. Suddenly, Yan Bugui stood up, holding a red envelope in his hand, and walked in front of Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing.

"Zhang Liang, Jingjing, this is a little gift from me and my wife. We hope you will live better and better in the future." Yan Bugui seemed a little embarrassed, but there was sincerity in his eyes.

Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing took the red envelopes and said gratefully, "Thank you, Master Yan. We will definitely keep your blessing in mind."

At the banquet, everyone offered their blessings and gifts. Some people brought a painting, some brought a pair of vases, and some even brought cakes they made themselves. Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing felt the strong neighborly friendship amid everyone's blessings.

At the climax of the banquet, Uncle Wang suggested a short ceremony. He asked everyone to form a circle and asked Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing to stand in the middle.

"Zhang Liang, Jingjing, today is your wedding day and we are all happy for you. I suggest that we have a simple ceremony to make your wedding more meaningful." Uncle Wang said with a smile.

Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing nodded and agreed with a smile.

Uncle Wang first took out a red string and tied it around Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing's wrists. "This red string symbolizes that your marriage is unbreakable. I hope you can be of one mind and one heart and grow old together."

Then, Qin Huairu brought a bowl of sweet soup with red dates and longans. She explained, "This bowl of sweet soup represents sweetness and the birth of a son soon. I hope your future life will be as sweet as this soup."

Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing drank a few sips of the sweet soup together, their hearts filled with sweetness.

The deaf old lady took out a pair of red candles and said, "This pair of red candles represents that your marriage path will always be bright. I hope your life will be filled with light and warmth."

Everyone nodded, and tears of gratitude flashed in Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing's eyes.

Finally, Zhang Hao suggested that everyone sing a song together. He said, "Music is indispensable at a wedding. Let's sing a song together to send the best wishes to Zhang Liang and Jingjing!"

Then, everyone sang the Wedding March in unison. The song echoed in the courtyard, full of joy and blessings.

After the banquet, Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing walked on the way home, feeling a lot of emotions in their hearts. Zhang Liang held Li Jingjing's hand and said, "Jingjing, today is so happy. With so many blessings from neighbors and friends, I feel that we are so lucky."

Li Jingjing leaned on Zhang Liang's shoulder and said softly, "Yes, Zhang Liang, I feel very happy too. We must cherish this relationship and make our lives better and better."

Zhang Liang nodded, his heart full of firmness and determination.

As time went by, Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing's lives became better and better. Li Jingjing worked very well in the new educational institution, and Zhang Liang also did well in the factory. They supported each other and faced various challenges in life together.

That day, Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing were having dinner at home. Li Jingjing suddenly said, "Zhang Liang, I have something to discuss with you."

Zhang Liang put down his chopsticks and looked at her seriously, "What's the matter, Jingjing?"

Li Jingjing hesitated, but still said: "I've been thinking recently, should we consider having a child?"

Zhang Liang was excited when he heard this. "Jingjing, you have the same idea? I have been thinking about this question, but I don't know if you are ready."

Li Jingjing nodded and said with a smile: "I think we have laid a solid foundation to welcome a new life."

Zhang Liang held her hand and said affectionately: "Jingjing, I also think it's time. Let's work hard together for our future."

A few months later, the news of Li Jingjing's pregnancy spread throughout the courtyard. Neighbors came to congratulate her, and the courtyard was once again filled with a festive atmosphere.

Grandpa Wang said with a smile: "Little Zhang Liang, Jingjing, congratulations! This is a big happy event. When the baby is born, we will have to celebrate again!"

Qin Huairu also said happily: "Yes, then we will all help and take care of your children."

The deaf old lady took out a beautiful handkerchief and handed it to Li Jingjing, "Jingjing, this is made by me. I hope your child will be healthy and safe."

Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing took the handkerchiefs gratefully, their hearts filled with emotion.

As the days passed, Li Jingjing's belly became bigger and bigger. Zhang Liang worked harder to take care of Li Jingjing, and the family's life was full of expectations and happiness.

That night, Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing were sitting on the bed, talking about their future lives. Li Jingjing suddenly asked, "Zhang Liang, what do you think our children will look like?"

Zhang Liang smiled and said, "No matter what he looks like, he is our baby. As long as he is healthy and safe, I will be satisfied."

Li Jingjing leaned on Zhang Liang's shoulder and said softly, "Me too. I hope our child can grow up in a loving family."

Zhang Liang nodded, his heart filled with beautiful visions of the future.

A few months later, Li Jingjing successfully gave birth to a baby boy, and Zhang Liang was so excited that tears welled up in his eyes. He looked at the little baby, his heart filled with gratitude and happiness.

The neighbors of the courtyard gathered together again to celebrate the baby of Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing. Uncle Wang brought a bowl of red eggs and said with a smile: "This is our tradition. I hope the baby can grow up healthily."

Qin Huairu sent a set of baby clothes, "I made this myself, I hope the baby can wear it comfortably."

The deaf old lady was not to be outdone and took out a beautiful blanket. “I knitted this when I was young. I hope the child can sleep warmly.”

Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing accepted the gifts with gratitude, their hearts filled with warmth and emotion.

At the banquet, everyone congratulated the new life, and the courtyard was filled with laughter. Zhang Liang and Li Jingjing looked at everything around them, feeling extremely satisfied and happy.

That night, Zhang Liang held his son in his arms, looked at Li Jingjing, and said softly, "Jingjing, thank you for giving me such a happy family."