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

"Yes, the market competition is fierce now, and it is difficult to attract customers relying solely on traditional business methods. We can increase the attractiveness of the store by increasing product variety and offering some preferential activities," Yan Jiecheng explained patiently.

"Will this work?" Yan Bugui was still a little skeptical, but his tone was obviously much softer.

"You can try it. How will you know if you don't try? Besides, young people's ideas may not be completely wrong.

Yan Bugui finally nodded and said, "Okay, I'll try it as you said, but if it doesn't work, I'll still do it my way."

"Thank you, Dad. You won't be disappointed." A smile finally appeared on Yan Jiecheng's face.

Zhang Liang was relieved to see that the relationship between father and son had eased. At this time, Qin Huairu came over with a stick.

"Zhang Liang, Jie Cheng, Uncle Bugui, good morning." Qin Huairu greeted with a smile. Good morning."

"We are going to the market to buy some vegetables. Banggeng has been very well behaved recently, so let's buy him something he likes today." Yan Jiecheng said with a smile.

"Yeah, you've been much better lately." Qin Huairu gently touched Banggeng's head. "Uncle Jie Cheng, Grandpa Yan, good morning!" Banggeng greeted politely.

"Banggeng is such a good boy." Yan Bugui looked at Banggeng with a rare smile on his face.

"By the way, Sister Huairu, is there anything I can help you with in the store recently?

“Nothing for now, but thank you for your concern.

"Tell me if you need anything. Let's help each other." Zhang Liang said with a smile.

After chatting for a while, Yan Bugui and Yan Jiecheng also began to discuss the new plan for the store. Zhang Liang felt relieved when he saw this, at least the father and son could sit down and have a good talk.

Time passed quickly, and at noon, the courtyard became lively again. Everyone was busy preparing lunch, and the aroma of various dishes wafted through the courtyard.

"Zhang Liang, come and have dinner!" Qin Huairu called out at the door.

"Okay, I'll be right there." Zhang Liang responded and walked into Qin Huairu's room.

“I made some dishes you like today, come and try them.

"Thank you, Sister Huairu, you are so kind.

"We are all family, why are you saying these things?" Qin Huairu said gently.

After lunch, everyone took a break. In the afternoon, Zhang Liang and Yan Jiecheng went to Yan Bugui's shop to help sort out the newly arrived goods.

"Brother Zhang Liang, thanks to you today." Yan Jiecheng said gratefully.

"Nothing," Zhang Liang said with a smile, "But, Jie Cheng, you still need to put more effort into communicating with your father."

"I know, sometimes I'm too impatient." Yan Jiecheng sighed.

“Take your time, communication takes time.

While the two were busy, a customer came into the store. Yan Jiecheng greeted him warmly: "Hello, what can I do for you?"

"I heard that your store has received some new goods recently, let me come and take a look," said the customer.

"Yes, we have just received a batch of new products. Please feel free to take a look." Yan Jiecheng said with a smile.

The customer walked around the store and finally bought a few new products. Yan Jiecheng watched the customer leave with satisfaction and a smile appeared on his face.

"It seems that your new product is quite popular." Zhang Liang said.

"Yes, it seems that my idea is still useful." Yan Jiecheng said proudly.

“Keep working hard, I believe your store will get better and better.” Yan Bugui also came to the store, and when he saw today’s sales, a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

"It seems that business is good today." Yan Bugui said.

"Yes, Dad, you see, my idea is still useful." Yan Jiecheng said with a smile.

"Well, well done, keep up the good work." Yan Bugui nodded, with a hint of approval in his tone.

"Dad, we can try more new business methods in the future. I believe we will attract more customers." Yan Jiecheng said confidently.

"Okay, let's try it as you say." Yan Bugui finally agreed with his son's idea, and the relationship between father and son became more harmonious.

In the evening, he saw everyone chatting in the yard, so he walked over and joined their conversation.

"Zhang Liang, how is the store today?

"Very good, Yan Jiecheng's new product is very popular, and today's sales are much higher than usual.

"That's great. Jie Cheng has finally made some progress." Qin Huairu said happily.

"Yes, it's a good thing that young people have ideas and are motivated." Yi Zhonghai nodded in agreement.

"However, the relationship between Xie Cheng and his father also needs to be adjusted slowly. Communication is a long process," said Zhang Liang.

"Yes, a harmonious family is the foundation of everything. We should understand and tolerate each other. The lights in the courtyard gradually lit up, and the courtyard was filled with warmth.

The deaf old lady is the elder in the courtyard.

Days passed in the courtyard, and there were always some small waves in the calm. In the early morning of this day, just after dawn, Zhang Liang was awakened by the sound of roosters. He rubbed his sleepy eyes and sat up from the bed. Outside the window, he could see neighbors getting up one after another to start their busy day. Zhang Liang quickly washed up and prepared to go out.

"Zhang Liang, where are you going today?" Qin Huairu from next door poked her head out of the door and asked with a smile. "I want to go see the deaf old lady today. She doesn't seem to be in good health recently. I'll bring some things to see her." Zhang Liang answered while tying his shoelaces.

"You are such a kind person. The old lady has been feeling a little unwell recently and needs more care. How about I go with her?" Qin Huairu said with concern.

"Okay, let's go together. The old lady will definitely be happy to have you around." Zhang Liang nodded with a smile.

The two walked to the deaf old lady's house and knocked on the door. After a while, the door slowly opened and the deaf old lady stood at the door with a kind smile on her face.

"Zhang Liang, Huairu, you're here. Come in and sit down." The deaf old lady invited them into the house.

"Grandma, how are you feeling lately? We brought some of your favorite food to see you." Qin Huairu said with a concerned look on her face.

"Thank you, my old bones can still hold on, but my ears are getting less and less useful." The deaf old lady said with a smile, but there was a trace of fatigue in her eyes. You must take care of yourself, we are all worried about you." Zhang Liang said, putting the things he brought on the table, "These are all specially prepared by Sister Huairu, I hope you like them."

"That's really thoughtful. Thank you." The deaf old lady said with emotion, "Zhang Liang, have you been busy with work recently?"

"Fortunately, the factory hasn't been too busy recently, so I have time to spend more time with you. You young people should also take care of your health when working and don't get too tired." The deaf old lady reminded, her eyes full of concern.

"We will, don't worry." Qin Huairu replied with a smile.

They sat down and chatted for a while. Suddenly, the deaf old lady looked at Zhang Liang and said meaningfully, "Zhang Liang, you are a caring person in the courtyard. Everyone likes you very much."

"Old lady, you are too kind, I just did what I could.

"You are right to think so. People should help and support each other." The deaf old lady smiled, "But there is something I want to tell you."

"Whatever it is, just tell me." Zhang Liang listened carefully.

"You know the brothers Liu Guangtian and Liu Guangfu, right? They always quarrel over trivial matters, making the yard uneasy." The deaf old lady sighed, "Can you help persuade them? They do always have conflicts. I will find a chance to talk to them." Zhang Liang nodded in agreement.

"I really need your help with this matter. They are brothers, but they are always quarreling with each other. It's really annoying." Qin Huairu also agreed.

"Okay, I will try my best to mediate their conflict and create a harmonious environment in the courtyard. Zhang Liang," the deaf old lady looked at him gratefully. I am very happy to be able to do something for everyone.

After leaving the deaf old lady's house, Zhang Liang and Qin Huairu discussed how to mediate the conflict between Liu Guangtian and Liu Guangfu. Not long after they walked, they heard the quarrel between Liu Guangtian and Liu Guangfu in the yard.

"Guangtian, can't you be more considerate of your younger brother? Do you think it's fun to have you two quarreling like this every day?" Liu Haizhong stood aside and persuaded.

"He is so good, always bullying me and asking me to give in to him?" Liu Guangtian said angrily.

"I didn't! It's obviously you who deliberately go against me every time!" Liu Guangfu retorted, his face full of grievance.

"Okay, okay, can't you two just talk properly?

"Guangtian, Guangfu, when will this quarrel end? Try to calm them down.

"Zhang Liang, it's good that you're here. Tell me, does he always go against me?" Liu Guangtian complained immediately when he saw Zhang Liang.

"Guangtian, Guangfu, you two are brothers, why do you always quarrel over trivial matters?" Zhang Liang asked patiently.

"He always bullies me!" Liu Guangfu said aggrievedly. He is the one who always provokes me!" Liu Guangtian was not to be outdone.

"Okay, both of you stop arguing, let me talk." Zhang Liang said seriously, "You two are brothers, why can't you talk it out calmly? Do you have to quarrel?"

"Zhang Liang is right. If you two have anything to say, just talk it out. Arguing won't solve the problem." Liu Haizhong echoed.

"Guangtian, Guangfu, both of you calm down, sit down and talk about what's going on." Zhang Liang pointed to the stool next to them.

Liu Guangtian and Liu Guangfu looked at each other and finally sat down. Zhang Liang looked at them and thought about how to make them reconcile completely.

"Guangtian, tell me first, what do you think Guangfu did wrong?" Zhang Liang asked.

"He always steals my things and tries to make me angry on purpose," Liu Guangtian said dissatisfiedly.

"Guangfu, what do you say?" Zhang Liang turned and looked at Liu Guangfu.

"I just feel that he is always overbearing and always wants me to listen to him." Liu Guangfu said aggrievedly.

"The problem between you two is actually very simple, that is, you don't understand and tolerate each other." Zhang Liang said, "Guangtian, you are the older brother, you should be more tolerant of your younger brother; Guangfu, you are the younger brother, you should also respect your older brother. You two should be considerate of each other and think more about each other. He is always like that, and I can't stand it." Liu Guangtian said with a frown.