Siheyuan: Sap is the last word

He Yudong's life in the courtyard was very enjoyable, but he also knew that in such a large courtyard, there were always some people who liked to take advantage. Yan Bugui was one of them. He always liked to take advantage of others. Today, when he saw He Yudong bought beef and took a bottle of Maotai home, he immediately came up with an idea and decided to follow He Yudong and eat and drink for free.

He Yudong had just returned home and put the beef in the kitchen, preparing to marinate it. Yan Bugui followed him with a smile, stood at the door and knocked: "He Yudong, what are you busy with?"

He Yudong looked back at Yan Bugui and said with a smile, "Brother Yan, what's the matter?"

Yan Bugui walked in with a grin on his face: "He Yudong, you're buying beef and wine, what's the good news?"

He Yudong answered while busying himself: "Nothing, I'm just in a good mood, so I bought something to reward myself."

Yan Bugui looked at the Maotai in He Yudong's hand and swallowed his saliva: "He Yudong, this wine is not cheap. It's rare to see you so generous."

He Yudong smiled and said, "Yeah, it's a rare chance to relax."

Yan Bugui rubbed his hands and said tentatively: "He Yudong, you see we are so familiar with each other, how about I come and have a few drinks with you tonight?"

He Yudong felt a little helpless, but it was hard to refuse, so he smiled and said, "Brother Yan, if you are willing, come over, but I still need to marinate this beef for a while."

Yan Bugui was delighted: "Okay, then I won't be polite! You do your work, I'll help you out here."

He Yudong sighed inwardly, knowing that Yan Bugui's "helping out" was just an excuse, and his real purpose was to eat and drink for free. However, he was always generous, so he just let him do what he wanted.

Yan Bugui walked around the kitchen, picked up a piece of beef, smelled it, and praised: "He Yudong, this beef is really good, let me see your cooking skills."

He Yudong smiled and said, "Brother Yan, just wait, I promise you will be satisfied with the meal."

It didn't take long for He Yudong to marinate the beef and start frying it in the pan. Yan Bugui came over and asked expectantly, "He Yudong, have you got the wine? It's just right for drinking."

He Yudong smiled helplessly, turned around to take out the bottle of Moutai, and poured two glasses. Yan Bugui's eyes lit up, and he couldn't wait to pick up the glass: "He Yudong, this is good wine, come on, let's drink first!"

He Yudong raised his glass and clinked it with Yan Bugui: "Brother Yan, cheers!"

The two drank it all in one gulp. Yan Bugui put down his glass and exclaimed, "What a good wine, He Yudong. Your life is really full of flavor."

He Yudong smiled and nodded: "Brother Yan, you are usually busy with work, it's nice to relax occasionally."

After a while, the beef was cooked and the aroma was everywhere. He Yudong brought the beef to the table, and Yan Bugui immediately picked up the chopsticks and couldn't wait to pick up a piece and put it in his mouth: "He Yudong, this beef is really delicious! Your cooking skills are better than those in restaurants!"

He Yudong smiled and said, "Brother Yan, eat more if you like it."

As they ate and chatted, Yan Bugui started talking: "He Yudong, you have been very popular in the factory recently. Everyone says that you work hard and are capable."

He Yudong smiled and said, "Brother Yan, we should do our best at work. We are all doing this for the future of the factory."

Yan Bugui nodded: "You are right, He Yudong, your attitude is very good. In fact, I admire you very much. You usually care about your neighbors. With you here, our courtyard is really harmonious."

He Yudong felt warm in his heart. He knew that although Yan Bugui liked to take advantage of others, he was not a bad person. He Yudong raised his glass and said, "Brother Yan, come on, let's have another drink."

The two continued to drink, and Yan Bugui suddenly changed the subject: "He Yudong, I heard that the factory is going to introduce new equipment recently. As a technical backbone, what do you think?"

He Yudong put down his wine glass and said seriously: "Brother Yan, no matter how good the new equipment is, it will cause problems if it is not operated properly."

Yan Bugui nodded: "He Yudong, what you said makes sense."

Halfway through the meal, Qin Huairu came in holding Bang Geng. Bang Geng smelled the fragrance and his eyes lit up: "Uncle He Yudong, what did you make? It smells so good!"

He Yudong greeted them with a smile: "Sister Huairu, Banggeng, come and have something to eat. I cooked beef today and also some Maotai."

Qin Huairu smiled and shook her head: "Brother He Yudong, I won't drink anymore. Banggeng is just for the sake of smelling. He is still young."

He Yudong nodded and picked up a piece of beef for Banggeng: "Come on, Banggeng, try the beef made by uncle, is it delicious?"

Bang Geng took the beef, took a bite, and his eyes lit up: "Delicious! Uncle He Yudong, the beef you made is really delicious!"

Yan Bugui smiled and said, "He Yudong, this kid has also been bribed by you."

Qin Huairu patted Banggeng's head gently: "Banggeng, I want to thank Uncle He Yudong."

Bang Geng nodded and said seriously: "Thank you, Uncle He Yudong."

He Yudong smiled and patted his head: "Great, if you like it, eat more."

Everyone sat together and chatted, the atmosphere was harmonious. Qin Huairu looked at He Yudong and said gratefully: "Brother He Yudong, you are really our good neighbor. No matter big or small, you are always so enthusiastic."

He Yudong waved his hand: "Sister Huairu."

Yan Bugui raised his glass and said, "He Yudong, well said. Come, let's have another drink to toast our friendship!"

Everyone raised their glasses: "Cheers!"

At the end of the drink, Yan Bugui was a little tipsy. He put down his glass and looked at He Yudong with a dazed look in his eyes: "He Yudong, you know what? Sometimes I really envy you. You are always so calm and optimistic. I really hope I can be like you."

He Yudong looked at Yan Bugui and felt a little touched: "Brother Yan, everyone has their own way of life. The important thing is to find your own inner peace and satisfaction. The same goes for you. As long as you have a good attitude, your life will get better and better."

Yan Bugui nodded: "He Yudong, you are right. I will remember your words and work hard to change myself."

After dinner, He Yudong sent Yan Bugui and Qin Huairu away and cleaned up the house. He sat at the table, looking at the empty wine glass, feeling satisfied. Although Yan Bugui liked to take advantage, he also knew that this neighbor was actually a good person who just needed some guidance and encouragement.

Late at night, He Yudong lay in bed, thinking about everything that happened today. He knew that there would always be trivial matters and troubles in life, but as long as the attitude was good, everything could be solved. Although the people in the courtyard had their own troubles, they also cared and supported each other. This made He Yudong feel extremely happy and satisfied.

The neighbors of the Siheyuan also continue to live a busy and fulfilling life. He Yudong knows that there will be many challenges and opportunities in the future, but as long as everyone works together.

He Yudong knew that Yan Bugui always liked to take advantage of others. This time he bought Maotai and beef, and thought that he couldn't let him eat and drink for free this time. So He Yudong decided to lock the door directly and not let Yan Bugui have a chance to come in.

Yan Bugui knocked on the door a few times. When no one answered, he stood at the door and started cursing: "He Yudong, what's wrong with you? Is this how you treat an old man? I came here with good intentions to drink with you, but you locked me out!"

He Yudong was a little angry when he heard Yan Bugui's scolding, but he didn't want to argue with Yan Bugui. He knew that the more Yan Bugui paid attention to him, the more excited he would be. So He Yudong decided to pretend that he didn't hear it and continued to busy himself with his own things.

Seeing that He Yudong didn't open the door, Yan Bugui scolded him even more vigorously: "He Yudong, you are such an ungrateful person. We usually take care of you so much, but now that we bought some good things, you lock the door. It's really unreasonable!"

He Yudong felt a little annoyed when listening to Yan Bugui's scolding, but he still insisted on his decision. He thought that if Yan Bugui's scolding didn't work for a while, he would leave.

Sure enough, after a while, Yan Bugui saw that He Yudong had not opened the door, and because he was tired of scolding him, he left in a huff. He Yudong breathed a sigh of relief and continued to busy himself with his own affairs.

Just as he was about to fry the beef, he heard a knock on the door. This time it was Qin Huairu's voice: "Brother He Yudong, are you home?"

He Yudong put down the spatula and walked over to open the door: "Sister Huairu, what's the matter?"

Qin Huairu looked at He Yudong and asked with concern: "Brother He Yudong, I just heard Yan Bugui scolding you outside, what's going on?"

He Yudong smiled and explained, "Sister Huairu, it's nothing, he just wanted to come and eat and drink for free. I didn't want him to come in today, so I locked the door."

Qin Huairu nodded and said with understanding: "Brother He Yudong, you did the right thing. Yan Bugui is just like that, he likes to take advantage of others. You don't have to pay attention to him, he will stop doing that in a few days."

He Yudong said gratefully: "Thank you, Sister Huairu, for your understanding. Don't worry, I'm fine."

Qin Huairu smiled and said, "That's good. Brother He Yudong, I just stewed some ribs and will bring some to you."

He Yudong felt warm at heart after hearing this, and said with a smile: "Sister Huairu, you are so polite. Thank you!"

Qin Huairu handed the stewed ribs to He Yudong: "Brother He Yudong, you live alone, you must take good care of yourself."

He Yudong took the ribs, his heart full of gratitude: "Sister Huairu, you too, take good care of yourself and the children."

Qin Huairu nodded: "Brother He Yudong, I'll go back first. Feel free to contact me if you have anything."

He Yudong saw her off to the door, and after watching her leave, he felt a warm feeling in his heart. He knew that although some neighbors were not so friendly, there were also many sincere and kind people like Qin Huairu. Living in this courtyard, everyone cared for each other and helped each other, which was a rare happiness.

At dinner time, He Yudong put the fried beef and the spareribs sent by Qin Huairu on the table, opened Moutai, and poured himself a glass of wine. Thinking about what happened just now, He Yudong felt a little helpless, but more grateful for life. He knew that there would always be troubles of one kind or another in life.