Siheyuan: Rebirth of Liu Ergou

He Yuzhu's days in Hong Kong were like a spring breeze and a galloping horse, every day was full of laughter and satisfaction. Liu Yi, a friend who always brought surprises, discussed a better plan with him - when Liu Yi returned to the mainland, he would try to bring He Yuzhu's wife Liu Lan and son He Xiao to this prosperous place so that the family could reunite.

During the months in Hong Kong, Liu Ying, Lou Xiao'e and He Yushui welcomed the birth of a new life. When they learned that Liu Yi was leaving, they were filled with reluctance and anxiety. They sat around Liu Yi, their eyes filled with both expectation and worry, as if asking: "Are you really going to leave us again?"

Liu Yi explained patiently, his eyes firm and gentle: "My dears, I know you are worried about me, but I have my mission and responsibility. However, I promise that no matter where I am, my heart will always be with you." After Liu Yi's patient persuasion, they finally understood Liu Yi's decision, nodded in tears, and agreed to let him leave.

Before leaving Hong Kong, Liu Yi found Xu Huizhen, Chen Xueru, Qin Huairu, Yan Jiedi and Yu Li. He looked at them affectionately and said, "I give you the freedom to choose. Whether you choose to stay or follow me, I will respect your decision." Although they were full of reluctance, they finally chose their own paths. Liu Yi resolutely left Hong Kong by boat despite their opposition.

Back at No. 95 Nanluoguxiang, Liu Yi was both excited and anxious. He found Liu Lan and told her He Yuzhu's decision. After hearing this, Liu Lan's eyes flashed with surprise and expectation. She held Liu Yi's hand tightly and said gratefully: "Thank you, Liu Yi. I am willing to go to Hong Kong and reunite with Yuzhu."

That night, Liu Yi carefully arranged the itinerary for Liu Lan and He Xiao. They boarded a luxurious cruise ship, left the familiar Nanluoguxiang, and headed for the Xiangjiang River, which was full of unknowns and hopes. On the cruise ship, Liu Lan hugged He Xiao tightly, her eyes flashing with longing and expectation for the future. Liu Yi stood on the shore, looking at Liu Lan and He Xiao who were gradually going away, with both reluctance and expectation in his heart.

Liu Yi, in a state of despair, returned to the compound and called his last brother Xu Damao. He brought out braised beef, braised pork ribs, and braised pig ears, and the two brothers drank and talked about their past glory.

"Thinking back then, we were the ones who could call the shots in this compound. Everyone had to be polite to us when they saw us." Liu Yi took a sip of wine and said with emotion.

"Yes, we were so glorious back then, we had everything we wanted, but now we have ended up like this. For the sake of their future, you asked all the brothers to leave here, and we don't know when we will get together again!" Xu Damao also sighed.

"It's all my fault. I was too greedy! I always wanted more and more. My desire was like a bottomless pit that could never be filled. But in the end, everything turned out to be in vain. Not only did I get nothing, but I shouldn't have let my brothers realize their crappy dreams. Even the brothers who fought with us have left us one after another." Liu Yi's face was full of regret and self-blame. He held his head in his hands and muttered to himself in a low and hoarse voice.

Xu Damao, who was standing by, patted him on the shoulder and consoled him: "Brother, please don't say that! We are sworn brothers. We agreed to share happiness and difficulties. How can we blame each other for such a setback? Besides, everyone makes mistakes in life. As long as the brothers can live well outside, we will meet again someday!"

Hearing this, Liu Yi suddenly raised his head with tears of emotion flashing in his eyes. He grabbed the wine glass on the table, held it high and shouted to Xu Damao: "Good brother! You said it very well! Come on, let's drink this glass! May our brotherhood never change!" After that, he clinked his glass heavily with Xu Damao, then tilted his head back and drank the spicy white wine in the glass.

In this way, the two drank one cup after another, and kept talking about the good memories in the past. From the lofty ambitions when they first ventured into the world together, to the mutual support when encountering difficulties; from the cheers after success to the sadness after failure... Every experience seemed to be vivid in their minds, making people feel deeply moved.

After an unknown amount of time, Xu Damao suddenly felt dizzy and his stomach was churning. He stood up unsteadily, holding onto the table with his hands to steady himself, and said vaguely, "Brother, I can't do it anymore. I'm really a little drunk. I have to go back and rest first."

Liu Yi looked up at Xu Damao, whose face was flushed, and said with concern: "Okay, then you should go back quickly. Be careful on the road, and call me when you get home to let me know you are safe."

Xu Damao responded and stumbled out the door. Watching his back gradually disappear into the night, Liu Yi poured himself another glass of wine and sat there quietly, continuing to drink. Until finally, he was drunk and fell headfirst onto the table, snoring.

Liu Yi finally fell asleep. In his dream, he saw He Yuzhu, Liu Guangtian, Liu Guangfu, Liu Guangqi, and Yan Jiekuang. He dreamed that the brothers were eating meat and drinking together, chatting and talking about everything. It was so lively. In his dream, they seemed to have returned to the past, to that time full of laughter and joy.

Liu Yi stared at the familiar faces in front of him quietly, his heart surging like a tidal wave, filled with emotion. The past years they had spent together were constantly playing in his mind like a movie scene.

I still remember that they were full of enthusiasm and fought side by side in the face of every difficulty and obstacle, never giving up; they played and joked in their spare time, and their laughter seemed to penetrate the sky. At that time, they were young, exuding endless energy and vigor, and full of longing and expectation for the future.

However, time flies, and in the blink of an eye, everyone has grown up and embarked on their own life path. Some brothers are busy with their careers, while others have established families and assumed responsibilities. Although the paths of life are different, the pure friendship is always hidden deep in the heart.

In last night's dream, Liu Yi miraculously reunited with his old brothers. They sat together, reminiscing about the beautiful moments of the past, sharing their joys, sorrows, anger, and joys, as well as their wonderful or tortuous growth stories without reservation. They enthusiastically discussed the lofty ideals they had set, and imagined the grand blueprint for the future. Even though the years passed mercilessly, their rock-solid friendship did not diminish at all, but became more mellow and profound with the passage of time.

When the first rays of sunlight in the morning shone through the window onto Liu Yi's face, he slowly opened his eyes and woke up from the beautiful dream. But there was still a happy smile on the corner of his mouth, which did not fade for a long time. He knew that although the brothers were now far away from each other and could not be with each other all the time, that sincere friendship would become an eternal treasure in his life and would never fade. No matter how the world changes, he would always keep the happy times they spent together in his heart and cherish this hard-earned and long-lasting deep friendship.