Siheyuan: Rebirth of Liu Ergou

The afterglow of the setting sun filled the entire yard, and the golden light gave every inch of land a warm glow. In such a quiet and peaceful evening, in Liu Ergou's yard, an unusual conversation was taking place.

Grandma sat under the old locust tree in the yard, holding a worn-out cattail leaf fan in her hand, fanning herself while watching Liu Ergou, who was busy in the yard. Ergou was busy feeding the chickens and ducks in the yard. Although his movements were a little clumsy, they revealed a kind of simplicity and innocence.

"Child, you are almost 16 years old, it's time to have a proper name." Grandma finally couldn't help but speak. Although her voice was a little hoarse, it was full of love and care.

When Liu Ergou heard what his grandmother said, he was stunned for a moment, then he raised his head and smiled naively: "Grandma, isn't the name Ergou a good one? Everyone calls me that."

Grandma shook her head and sighed: "Ergou, you are always so naughty, but grandma knows that you are smart at heart. It is not a good thing to always call you by your nickname. You must have a decent name so that you can find a wife in the future."

Liu Ergou scratched his head, thought for a while, then ran into the house, took out a piece of paper and a pen, and racked his brains to write down two words - "Liu Rui".

Grandma took the paper curiously, looked at the two words "Liu Rui" on it, and asked in surprise: "Grandson, when did you learn to read? You wrote these two words quite neatly."

Liu Ergou chuckled and showed a proud look: "Grandma, this is the "Rui" of wisdom. I think it's a good name."

Grandma nodded and said approvingly: "Well, Liu Rui, it's a good name. It's better than your Ergou's name."

Liu Ergou looked at his grandmother's satisfied expression, and a warm feeling surged in his heart. He finally plucked up the courage to tell her something that was hidden deep in his heart: "Grandma, in fact, I was not really that naughty when I was a child. I remember one time, I was playing outside the yard and heard an old man singing 'Lotus Falls', and I sang along. The old man saw that I was very savvy, so he taught me to read and write. He also said, 'I am a smart child, and as long as I am willing to learn, I will definitely have a bright future.'"

Grandma listened to Liu Ergou's words, and her eyes gradually became moist. She didn't expect that her grandson would have such an unknown experience. She gently stroked Liu Ergou's head and said with emotion: "My child, I always knew that you were a smart child. It's a pity that your parents passed away early, and you didn't have the opportunity to study! This made grandma feel deeply sorry. Now, you have grown up and become sensible. Grandma believes that you will definitely become a promising person."

Liu Ergou listened to his grandmother's words, and his heart was filled with gratitude and motivation. He knew that he could no longer be naughty like before. He had to work hard to make money and become a person that his grandmother could be proud of. ...

Liu Ergou was holding the heavy meat in his hands, his heart was filled with joy. He first came to the home of the third uncle Yan Bugui. As soon as he entered the door, the three pounds of pork belly were dangling in front of him, exuding an enticing aroma.

"Hey, Ergou, what are you singing about?" The third uncle Yan Bugui looked at him with a smile, his eyes sparkling with curiosity.

"Uncle, I'm very happy today. I want to invite your family to have a meal at Uncle Liu Haizhong's house." Liu Ergou said, handing over the pork belly, "This little bit of meat is a small token of my appreciation."

The third uncle looked at the piece of pork belly, his eyes almost slitted with laughter: "Haha, Ergou, you are really getting better and better at doing things! Okay, our whole family will go, we must go! "

Liu Ergou said goodbye to the third uncle, and came to the second uncle Liu Haizhong's home carrying ten pounds of pork belly, five pounds of spare ribs, three pounds of beef, six pounds of lamb chops, and a heavy thirteen-pound fish.

"Uncle, Aunt, I want to ask you for a favor today." Liu Ergou said with a smile as he entered the door.

"What's the matter, Ergou?" Second Aunt asked curiously.

"I would like to ask you to help me prepare two tables of meals. I will host a banquet for my family, your family, and Uncle San's family tonight." Liu Ergou said, handing over the meat and fish in his hand.

The second uncle looked at the pile of meat and fish with his eyes lit up: "Haha, Ergou, you are going to use your ultimate move! Okay, we will help you make it, and we will make it beautifully!"

The second aunt was also very happy and couldn't stop smiling: "Oh, there are so many delicious foods, we must have a good meal tonight!"

Liu Rui took out a piece of fat meat weighing 20 kilograms from the sack and said, "Second uncle, this is for your family to refine oil."

The second uncle waved his hands quickly: "Oh, this won't do, this won't do, it's too much!"

Liu Ergou said with a smile: "Second uncle, you can't draw two Liu characters with one stroke. We are all family. Don't be polite!"

The second aunt happily took the fat meat and said, "Hey, Ergou, you are so polite! We must have a few drinks tonight!"

In the evening, Liu Ergou's family and the families of the second and third uncles all gathered at the second uncle's house. Two tables of sumptuous meals were already set, and the aroma was overflowing, making people salivate.

Everyone sat together, laughing and talking. Second Auntie's cooking skills were really amazing. She cooked the meat and fish to perfection. Everyone ate the food and chatted about family matters, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere.

Liu Ergou looked at the scene in front of him, his heart full of emotion. Finally, Liu Ergou said that he changed his name to Liu Rui, and everyone cheered.