Siheyuan: I am reborn as a good person He Yuzhu

Old Qian rolled his eyes at him and said with a hint of dissatisfaction: "Don't talk nonsense here, kid. This won't work with me. If you really want to help me, leave me alone."

He Yuzhu smiled, knowing that this matter could not be rushed, and that it was the right way to go. He looked around and said with emotion: "Uncle Qian, look, every household is bustling with activity, but your place is so deserted. Don't you want to try the warm dumplings and have some fun with everyone else?"

Old Qian was silent for a while, then sighed and said, "At my age, what else do I want to have fun? Besides, I like to be alone."

There was a hint of helplessness and sympathy in Grandpa Gan's eyes. He knew that Lao Qian had experienced many hardships. That incident had dealt him a heavy blow, making him so withdrawn and stubborn. Grandpa Gan sighed, patted He Yuzhu on the shoulder, and said, "Zhuzi, let's go first. It seems that we can't convince him today."

He Yuzhu nodded in agreement, knowing that this matter needed to be handled step by step. He turned his head and looked at Old Qian, smiling, "Uncle Qian, we're leaving first, don't forget to eat."

Old Qian said nothing, just watched them leave quietly. As he watched them gradually disappear outside the door, a trace of hesitation and confusion flashed across his eyes.

Grandpa Gan and He Yuzhu walked on the snowy road. The cold north wind was biting, but their hearts were warm. Although they failed to convince Lao Qian today, their efforts were not in vain. Because they firmly believed that one day, Lao Qian would be able to walk out of the shadows and integrate into this warm family again.

As night fell, the whole courtyard was covered with white snow, which made it look particularly quiet and peaceful. Occasionally, the laughter and shouting of children added a bit of warmth and joy to this cold night.

Old Qian sat alone in the house, quietly watching the snow falling outside the window. Complex emotions flashed in his eyes, as if he was thinking about something. He picked up the red envelope on the table, stroked it gently, and a bitter smile appeared at the corner of his mouth.

Old Qian knew that this was the only New Year gift he could accept. He also knew that this red envelope conveyed the care and wishes of Mr. Gan and He Yuzhu. Although he didn't say it, his heart was filled with warmth.

On that cold winter night, Lao Qian deeply felt the care and warmth among his neighbors. Although he was still the stubborn old man, his heart had gradually softened and warmed up. He realized that this winter would no longer be so cold and lonely.

"Bang!" Lao Qian lit a firecracker in his own small yard. Suddenly, the sound of firecrackers rang out one after another, and the whole courtyard became lively and bustling.

And at He Yuzhu's house.

"Brother, come and set off firecrackers too!" Xiao Yushui said to her brother with a red firecracker in her hand and raised her tender face.

"Okay, I'll let you go!"

He Yuzhu smiled and picked up a small string of firecrackers, lit them and threw them out. "Bang!" The sound instantly resounded throughout the yard, causing Xiao Yushui to clap and laugh happily.

"I want to release it too!" she couldn't wait.

"Okay, here you go!"

He Yuzhu handed a small firecracker to Xiao Yushui. Xiao Yushui took the firecracker, lit it and threw it out, imitating his brother.

"boom!"

When the firecrackers went off, Xiao Yushui jumped up happily, "Brother, this is so fun!"

"Haha, if you think it's fun, play for a while longer!" He Yuzhu said with a smile, patted the little sister's head, and took out a box of matches for her. "Brother, you are so nice!"

After Xiao Yushui received the match, she looked up and smiled sweetly at her brother.

At this time, the whole courtyard was filled with joyous New Year celebrations, and every household was setting off firecrackers to celebrate the New Year. Although there were only three people in He Yuzhu's house, the atmosphere was warm and cozy. "Brother, listen, the firecrackers outside are so loud!" Xiao Yushui ran to the door, leaned on the door frame and listened to the lively sounds outside. "Indeed, the sound this year is crisper than before."

He Yuzhu walked over and listened with his younger sister.

"Brother, do you think we will have a good life this year?" Xiao Yushui suddenly asked.

"I definitely will, don't worry!" He Yuzhu looked into his sister's eyes and responded seriously.

"I believe you!" Little Yushui turned around and looked at her brother with a pair of bright eyes, a trusting smile on her face. At that moment, He Yuzhu's heart was filled with warmth and emotion, knowing that no matter how difficult the days were, as long as he had his sister, he would be fearless and full of strength.

The New Year's bells rang, and the whole courtyard was suddenly filled with joy. Xiao Yushui held He Yuzhu's hand and shouted to him happily, "Brother, Happy New Year!" "Happy New Year!" He Yuzhu also hugged his sister in his arms, his heart full of expectations for the future. The new year has begun, and I believe they will live a happier life.

The same thing happened at the Jia family: during the Chinese New Year, children would occasionally get hurt when setting off firecrackers, and their parents usually wouldn't punish them. The difference at the Jia family was that the Chinese New Year was always a bit noisy and disorderly.

Even though the material resources are much more abundant now, it is still not as luxurious as the New Year celebrations of wealthy families. So for the Jia family, it is just a matter of adding a few dishes.

Early in the morning, Jia Zhang directed her son Jia Dongxu and daughter-in-law Qin Huairu to prepare for the New Year. Jia Zhang reminded: "Huairu, you will come with me to Master's house to pay New Year's greetings later. Remember to be polite when you meet people. Do you understand?"

The young lady who was picking vegetables looked up at her mother-in-law and said hesitantly, "Mom, do we really need to kowtow? Isn't this a bit inappropriate?

"What's wrong with that? You've been married to the Jia family for so many years, and you've never been to Master's house to celebrate the New Year. This time is a good opportunity for you to go to Master's house, so that some people won't think that there is no one in our family!"

The "certain people" that Jia Zhang was referring to were obviously Yi Zhonghai and Li Yun.

After hearing this, Qin Huairu didn't say much, but just lowered her head silently and continued to pick the dishes in her hand.

Jia Dongxu watched from the side and felt a little distressed for Qin Huairu, but he did not dare to disobey Jia Zhang's order and could only stand aside silently.

"Mom, what about me?" he asked.

"You? Of course you have to go with me. Do you want to stay at home for the New Year?"

Hearing this, Jia Dongxu immediately looked embarrassed: "Mom, that's not what I meant. I just want to ask, should I kowtow too?"

"You? Humph, you, are you worth it?"

Jia Zhang glanced at Jia Dongxu with disdain and spoke in a cold tone.

After hearing this, Jia Dongxu lowered his head and said nothing. Qin Huairu saw his reaction and quietly pulled his sleeve, suggesting that he should not go to ** Jia Zhangshi again. Jia Dongxu felt Qin Huairu's little action, and his heart was warmed, and he quietly shook her hand back.

This intimate action did not escape Jia Zhang's eyes. She snorted coldly but said nothing more.

The New Year’s Eve dinner was prepared very quickly. Although there were only a few dishes, it was considered quite sumptuous given the conditions at the time.

The family sat together to eat the New Year's Eve dinner. Jia Zhang sat at the main seat, while Jia Dongxu and Qin Huairu sat at the side seats.

During the meal, Jia Zhang reminded him, "Dongxu, after dinner, remember to take Qin Huairu to Master's house to pay New Year's greetings. Remember to kowtow and don't break the rules!"

Jia Dongxu hesitated a little: "Mom, is it not good to kowtow during the New Year?"

"What's wrong with that? Master is our family's benefactor. Without him, we wouldn't be who we are today. It's only natural to pay our respects!" Jia Zhang glared at Jia Dongxu with a firm tone.

Seeing this, Jia Dongxu didn't dare to say anything else and could only nod and agree. Qin Huairu felt a little uncomfortable when she saw this, but she didn't say anything and continued to eat silently.

The New Year's Eve dinner ended quickly with Jia Zhang's nagging. After cleaning the table, the two prepared to go to the master's house to pay New Year's greetings.

"Mom, we're leaving!" Jia Dongxu turned around at the door and said goodbye to Jia Zhang.

Jia Zhang nodded: "Well, be careful on the road, go early and come back early."

"I know, Mom." Jia Dongxu responded, holding Qin Huairu's hand and walking out of the house.

The two walked and talked, seeming to forget their previous troubles. Soon, they arrived at Yi Zhonghai's door.

"Qin Huairu, remember to kneel down and kowtow. Do you hear me?" Jia Dongxu reminded again.

Qin Huairu nodded: "I understand."

The two men tidied their clothes, knocked on the door and entered Yi Zhonghai's home.

"Master, Madam Master, Happy New Year!" As soon as they entered the door, they respectfully greeted Yi Zhonghai and Li Yun.

Yi Zhonghai and Li Yun were both a little surprised to see the two people coming. They didn't expect them to come to pay New Year's greetings at such a time.

"Dongxu, Qin Huairu, why are you here? Come and sit down!" Yi Zhonghai warmly invited the two to sit down and asked Li Yun to prepare tea.

Outside He Yuzhu's house, Qin Huairu's eyes were slightly red, and she said helplessly: "Zhuzi, do you really want to insist on doing this? My mother is not in good health, can't you be a little more considerate of her?"

He Yuzhu leaned against the door frame, his eyes determined: "Qin Huairu, it's not that I don't want to tolerate it, but her behavior is really too much. Today is New Year's Eve, but she makes the whole family restless, why should I accommodate her?"

Qin Huairu bit her lip, realizing that no amount of persuasion would help, so she could only sigh softly and turn away.

Jia Zhang in the room was so angry that she was shaking all over. Qin Huairu secretly wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes. Jia Dongxu looked extremely helpless as he sat at the table, drinking alone.

Looking at all this, He Yuzhu sneered in his heart. This was exactly what he called a family, who only knew how to take but not how to give.

After the New Year's bell rang, He Yuzhu put on new clothes and went to visit each household to pay New Year's greetings. Every time he visited a household, he would bow respectfully and say good wishes. This is one of the traditions of the He family and also an opportunity to show his influence in this city.

After paying New Year's greetings, he accompanied his father He Daqing to visit fellow apprentices. As they walked, the father and son talked, reviewing the past and discussing the blueprint for future development.

Seeing my father's high-spirited appearance, I couldn't help but have some doubts in my heart: my father is obviously very capable and has a lot of connections, so why is no one willing to help him sincerely? Is it because he has a bad breath that makes people stay away from him? Or is it because he is asking for help from the wrong person?