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

It was Zhang Liang's turn. He walked onto the stage with his guitar and received warm applause from the audience. Zhang Liang stood in front of the microphone and felt his heartbeat quicken, but he told himself to calm down. The music started and Zhang Liang began to sing. As his voice started to rise, the audience gradually quieted down and everyone was attracted by his singing.

At the end of the song, the audience burst into warm applause. Zhang Liang breathed a sigh of relief, feeling a sense of accomplishment. He knew he had succeeded.

After the competition, the factory held an award ceremony. Zhang Liang won the Best Performance Award, and the factory director personally presented him with the award. The factory director smiled and said, "Little Zhang Liang, you are not only excellent at work, but also have such great talent in literature and art. You are really the pride of our factory."

When they returned to the courtyard, neighbors gathered around to congratulate him. Yan Bugui smiled and said, "Little Zhang Liang, you really stole the show today."

Zhang Liang smiled and said, "Everyone supports me, so I can perform like this."

Qin Huairu brought a plate of steaming dumplings: "Come on, little Zhang Liang, today is a good day, let's celebrate together." . . .

Zhang Liang said gratefully: "Thank you, Sister Huairu. Let's eat together."

Neighbors sat together, chatting and eating dumplings. The atmosphere was warm and pleasant.

A few days later, the factory decided to give Zhang Liang a special reward in recognition of his outstanding performance in the literary and artistic competition. The factory director called Zhang Liang to his office and said with a smile: "Little Zhang Liang, we have decided to give you a special reward. What do you want?"

Zhang Liang thought for a moment and said, "Director, can I apply for a new set of tools? This way I can better use my skills at work."

The factory manager nodded: "Okay, this is a reasonable request. I will arrange it as soon as possible."

Not long after, Zhang Liang received new tools from the factory. He happily took the tools home and shared the good news with Liu Haizhong. Liu Haizhong looked at Zhang Liang's tools and said with a smile: "Little Zhang Liang, you are now the star of our factory. These tools will definitely make you more comfortable at work."

One evening, Zhang Liang and Yi Zhonghai were chatting in the yard. Yi Zhonghai looked at Zhang Liang and said, "Little Zhang Liang, your current achievements really make me look at you with new eyes. I used to have some prejudice against you, but now it seems that I was short-sighted."

Zhang Liang smiled and said, "Master Yi, let's not talk about the past. We are all for the good of the factory, helping each other and making progress together."

Back in the dormitory, Zhang Liang turned on the radio and listened to his favorite music.

At night, Zhang Liang lay in bed, thinking about what had happened during this period. From an ordinary fitter to a technical backbone of the factory, and now to the deputy factory director, he has made a lot of efforts along the way and has also received a lot of rewards. He knows that with his efforts and talents, he will definitely create a more brilliant tomorrow.

The next day, Zhang Liang came to the factory early in the morning and continued to work. He knew that every day was a new beginning and every task was a new challenge. He believed that as long as he continued to work hard and make progress, the future would be better.

Although life in the factory is busy, Zhang Liang feels fulfilled and happy. He likes to work with his fellow workers and find fun in the busyness. Whenever it is late at night, he will pick up the guitar, play and sing his favorite songs, and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of that moment.

One weekend afternoon, Zhang Liang was practicing guitar in the yard. "Little Zhang Liang, are you practicing again today?"

Zhang Liang nodded: "Yes, Sister Huairu, I like playing the guitar and think it is the best way to relax."

Qin Huairu smiled and said, "You play really well. The children all like to listen to you play and sing."

Zhang Liang smiled and said, "Thank you, Sister Huairu. I will play it for the children more often in the future."

The children sat around Zhang Liang. Zhang Liang picked up the guitar and played a cheerful tune. The children clapped and sang along happily. The whole yard was filled with laughter.

They talked about work and life. Liu Haizhong asked, "Little Zhang Liang, have you ever thought about the future?"

Zhang Liang won the Best Performance Award in the factory's art competition, which not only made him famous in the factory, but also allowed him to make many new friends and colleagues. After the conference, the factory held a celebration banquet and Zhang Liang was invited to attend as a special guest.

Zhang Liang walked into the banquet hall and was very happy to see the lively scene. He looked around, hoping to find a familiar face to share his joy. Just as he lowered his head to drink a glass of juice, a familiar voice came from behind him: "Zhang Liang? Is it really you?"

Zhang Liang turned his head suddenly and saw a tall and thin young man standing in front of him, his eyes full of surprise. The young man wore a pair of black-framed glasses and had a kind and warm smile.

Zhang Liang was stunned for a moment, then he shouted in surprise: "Li Chun? Why are you here?"

Li Chun walked forward with a smile and patted Zhang Liang on the shoulder: "I was just about to ask you something! I didn't expect to meet you here, old classmate."

The two hugged each other tightly, as if they had returned to the good old days at school ten years ago. Zhang Liang felt extremely excited and happy, as he had never expected to meet his old classmate here.

Li Chun let go of Zhang Liang and said with a smile: "Do you still remember the days when we sang together in school? You were the most popular person in our class at that time."

Zhang Liang smiled and said, "How could I forget? That was our happiest time."

Li Chun sighed: "Yes, time flies, and ten years have passed in the blink of an eye. I didn't expect that you also work in the steel mill."

Zhang Liang asked curiously: "Li Chun, when did you come to the factory? Why haven't I seen you before?"

Li Chun explained: "I have actually been here for a long time, but I have been working in the technical department and rarely come out. I signed up for this art competition just to give it a try, but I didn't expect to meet you."

Zhang Liang nodded: "What a coincidence, it seems that our fate is really deep."

The two found a quiet corner to sit down and began to talk about their experiences and changes over the years. Li Chun said: "After graduation, I worked in several places, but I always felt that something was missing. Later, I heard that the steel mill was recruiting, so I came here."

Zhang Liang nodded: "Me too. After graduation, I worked in other factories for a while and finally came here. I didn't expect that we would meet again here."

Li Chun smiled and said, "It seems that we have all taken a lot of detours, but fortunately we have all found our own positions now."

Zhang Liang said with emotion: "Yes, it's great to meet you here. We can chat together often in the future."

Li Chun nodded: "Of course, old classmates meet, how can we get together more often."

At this time, the factory director came over and saw Zhang Liang and Li Chun chatting happily. He smiled and said, "Little Zhang Liang, it turns out that you two are old classmates. What a coincidence."

Zhang Liang introduced with a smile: "Director, this is my high school classmate Li Chun. We haven't seen each other for a long time."

The factory manager nodded and said, "Li Chun, I know you. You have performed very well in the technical department. It is a great day for you old classmates to meet again today."

Li Chun smiled and said, "Thank you for the compliment, Director. Zhang Liang and I haven't seen each other for many years. I'm really happy to meet you today."

The factory manager smiled and said, "Let's have a good chat. It's a rare opportunity for old classmates to meet."

After the banquet, Zhang Liang and Li Chun returned to the dormitory and continued to chat about each other's life and work. Li Chun said with emotion: "Zhang Liang, your performance in the factory is really admirable. Not only are you good at technology, but you are also so talented in literature and art."

Zhang Liang smiled and said, "You are not bad either. I heard that you are a pillar in the technical department."

Li Chun said modestly: "Not at all, I still have a lot to learn from you."

In the following days, Zhang Liang and Li Chun often ate and chatted together, regaining the tacit understanding they had in the past. Not only did they help each other at work, they also became good friends who could talk about anything in life.

One night, Zhang Liang and Li Chun were chatting in the yard. Liu Haizhong came over and saw that they were chatting animatedly. He smiled and said, "Little Zhang Liang, Li Chun, what are you two old classmates talking about again?"

Li Chun smiled and said, "Brother Haizhong, we were just talking about what happened back then. I never thought we would meet again after so many years."

Liu Haizhong smiled and said, "What a fate. Zhang Liang, you performed really well in this art competition. I heard there are rewards."

Zhang Liang nodded: "Yes, the factory gave me a new set of tools, I think it is very practical."

Liu Haizhong said enviously: "You are so lucky, we are all happy for you."

Zhang Liang smiled and took the clothes into Qin Huairu's room. Qin Huairu looked at him and said, "Little Zhang Liang, if you have a chance in the future, don't forget us old neighbors."

Zhang Liang was moved and said, "Sister Huairu, don't worry, I won't forget. We are all family, and I will definitely take care of you if I have the chance in the future."

Qin Huairu nodded: "Good child, we feel relieved with your words."

At night, Zhang Liang returned to the dormitory, picked up his guitar, and sang his favorite songs. He knew that his life had entered a new stage, and the future was full of hope and challenges. He would continue to work hard, constantly pursue his dreams, and create a better life for himself and those around him.

A few days later, the factory held a symposium and invited Zhang Liang and other outstanding employees to share their experiences and insights. Zhang Liang talked about his growth process and future prospects at the meeting, winning rounds of applause. The factory director praised Zhang Liang at the meeting, saying that he was a role model in the factory and hoped that everyone could learn from him.

Zhang Liang said at the symposium: "I am very grateful for the training and support from the factory. I believe that as long as each of us works hard and constantly improves ourselves, we will be able to make greater contributions to the development of the factory."