Siheyuan: Superb comprehension? All skills are perfect

He Yuzhu didn't dwell on it too much. He kept his relationship with Bai Qiye as a simple interpersonal relationship, mainly because he wanted him to help sell his bear gall or other precious items at a high price, and to ensure that he wouldn't have to suffer the same treatment as at Tongrentang.

With the wealth from selling bear bile in hand, He Yuzhu's spirit instantly increased. He took He Yushui, Li Anxin and Li Anyi to the famous Wangfujing Department Store in Beijing and decided to go on a shopping spree in the world of women - heading directly to the women's clothing area.

"Brother, ready-made clothes are too expensive and not cost-effective. Why don't we buy cloth and cotton and make clothes ourselves? It will take longer, but we can save a lot." He Yushui said to her brother as soon as she saw the price tag of the ready-made clothes.

"But I don't know how to sew, what should I do?" He Yuzhu smiled helplessly, but he didn't say that he actually knew that it would be more cost-effective to buy cloth and cotton, but he just lacked the skills.

At this time, Li Anxin suddenly said: "Brother, I will do some."

She originally wanted to buy materials here to make her own clothes, but she didn't expect He Yuzhu to buy the finished products directly.

It was Li Anxin’s first time stepping into a department store, and given the novelty of the experience, it wasn’t until this moment that she remembered how she could help.

"Can you make clothes?" He Yuzhu looked at her in surprise.

Li Anxin nodded gently, "Yes, a little bit."

"Your sister's clothes are so well made!" Li Anyi immediately agreed and gave a thumbs up to her sister.

"Okay, then let's buy fabric and cotton and make clothes ourselves."

He Yuzhu was even more satisfied with the thoughtfulness of his future daughter-in-law.

However, during the shopping process, He Yushui still raised a question: "Brother, let's not buy too many things first. If we can't pick up all the big ducks from Bian Yi Fang later, we won't be in the mood to enjoy the food."

"Well, let's pick some other things first." He Yuzhu easily compromised and started shopping with the girls.

After a while of wandering around, despite the dazzling array of daily necessities in the department store, they returned empty-handed. It was not that He Yuzhu did not want to buy, but the three of them took turns to dissuade him. He Yushui insisted on the concept of saving, and Li Anxin also agreed. Her frugal character made He Yuzhu like her.

After leaving Wangfujing Shopping Center, they went to the nearby Dong'an Market. He Yuzhu did not forget the purpose of coming here - to buy books, so he took the three beauties directly into the state-owned Xinhua Bookstore.

At this time, Xinhua Bookstore has a wide variety of books. However, He Yuzhu can't help but feel sad when he thinks that many books in bookstores may be removed from the shelves or even destroyed during the special period, and many good books will disappear from then on.

The huge income of 1200 yuan in his hand was earned from selling bear gallbladders. This money was enough for him to save up for two years, which was definitely not a small amount for He Yuzhu.

With such wealth as a guarantee, he did not hesitate to start searching after finding the target book:

Tao Te Ching? It's worth exploring new knowledge. I bought it!

Five Animal Exercises? It is said to have originated from Hua Tuo. It is a classic health-preserving secret method. Of course I have to try it!

Ba Duan Jin? It actually originated in the Northern Song Dynasty? Like Wu Qin Xi, it is an ancient health-preserving method. How can you not buy it?

Bajiquan? Practicing this skill will definitely help you keep your home safe and your country peaceful, accept it!

Xingyiquan? Practice for a year, don’t miss it!

Eight Seal Palms? Even Tai Chi, they are all internal martial arts, take them all away!

"Ten Steps to Getting Started with Medicine? Amazing, all in traditional Chinese. Was this book published in 1955? No wonder I want to buy it!"

"Catalogue of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chinese Herbal Medicine Books? Hey, it's really a catalogue. But the books on the list are definitely worth having, I'll get them now!"

Li Anxin originally thought that they would buy fabrics and cotton to make their own clothes at home, but He Yuzhu actually planned to buy ready-made clothes directly. In addition, this was the first time in her life that she had walked into a place like a department store, so she was a little overwhelmed and only now suddenly remembered this.

"Can you make clothes?" He Yuzhu looked at her in surprise and asked.

"Yeah, I understand a little bit."

Li Anxin nodded slightly.

"My sister's cooking skills are quite good," Li Anyi did not forget to cheer for her sister.

So He Yuzhu decided: "In this case, let's buy the materials and cotton and go back to make it ourselves. I will be more satisfied with you, my future daughter-in-law."

But at this time, He Yushui had other concerns: "Brother, can we not buy it for now? Otherwise, it will be difficult to enjoy the roast duck at Bianyifang if we bring so many things."

"Okay, let's not buy clothes for now," He Yuzhu agreed easily and nodded in agreement.

So, after they walked around Wangfujing Department Store for a long time, they ended up not buying any big items, but only picked up some sewing and other sundries.

It's not that He Yuzhu is reluctant to spend money, but that no matter what he wants, he will inevitably be persuaded to give up in the end. Not only He Yushui reminded him, but even Li Anxin was against this unnecessary waste. This thrifty character made him appreciate his future daughter-in-law even more.

After leaving the department store, they went straight to the opposite side of Dong'an Market. He Yuzhu remembered buying books, so he immediately took the three of them to Xinhua Bookstore.

The Xinhua Bookstore of that era had a wide variety of books. He Yuzhu knew that during the special period, many books were either removed from the shelves and no longer sold, or directly destroyed. It was really a pity that so many excellent books disappeared.

Fortunately, he had received a huge sum of money from bear bile before—1,200 yuan, which was enough to support him for two years without food or clothing in this era. He Yuzhu felt that he was quite rich.

This money gave He Yuzhu great confidence. He found the corresponding book section and began to search for what he needed without hesitation.

It's not that he was unwilling to buy books for free. On the one hand, there was limited space in his bag and different types of books needed to be stored separately; on the other hand, there were three girls traveling with him and it was not convenient to make small purchases.

Tao Te Ching? It's a good opportunity to see if you can comprehend some special abilities. Then buy it!

Five Animal Exercises? I heard it originated from Hua Tuo. It is one of the ancient classic fitness secrets. Don’t miss it!

Baguazhang? Taijiquan and Xingyiquan are also ancient internal strength skills, all of which are included in the bag!

……

Another set of ten-step methods for learning medicine? Traditional Chinese characters, published in the fifty-fifth year, not surprising, must collect!

"Catalogue of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Chinese Materia Medica"? Yes, there is indeed value hidden in the catalogue, buy it!

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"I borrowed the bike from the factory; my family didn't buy it," Ma Hua said with a smile on his face. He did not mention how a young apprentice could borrow a bicycle at will. Apparently, He Yuzhu did not pursue this topic.

Hearing this, He Yuzhu thought it was just right: "Then you can deliver these books to your home first, and then help me pick a cheaper table. We will treat the sisters to roast duck at noon today, and you can come too."

When the topic of roast duck was brought up, Ma Hua's eyes lit up instantly, and he looked like he was about to swallow his water. "Really? Roast duck!"

He replied excitedly.

"Stop talking nonsense and get to work." He Yuzhu knocked on Ma Hua's head without any hesitation.

Fortunately, he had fully adapted to the sudden increase in strength and physical changes in the copy space last night, and the fusion of his blood allowed him to instinctively control this change, otherwise this slight blow would likely have injured Ma Hua.

"Ouch!" Ma Hua covered his head, it really hurt.

“Well, by the way.” He Yuzhu took out a fifty-dollar bill from his pocket and slapped it on the page in Ma Hua’s hand, “Let’s order five duck portions for five people.”

“Five ducks? They don’t need that much money.” Ma Hua retorted.

"Nonsense, of course you have to order some side dishes when eating duck. Oh, and some staple food." He Yuzhu took out the food coupons and superimposed them on the banknotes, "Your master and his wife like to eat, so they can order three pounds of rice and two pounds of steamed buns, which will add up to five pounds of food."

In fact, many people are happy to go out to eat not just because they are rich, but simply because restaurants only require food coupons and no meat coupons. In order to satisfy their hunger and not want to waste the meat coupons at home, they can only make this decision.

"Master, I don't need your money and tickets. I have prepared them." Ma Hua quickly stated that he was prepared.

"That's your business. I'm just taking your master and his wife out for a meal. Is it your turn to say you don't have to pay?"

He Yuzhu glared at the other person mercilessly.

“Haha…” Ma Hua then realized that he might have said something a bit too much.

"Okay, okay, let's stop talking nonsense and get down to business." He Yuzhu waved his hand and said, "Remember, keep the money and tickets safe, don't lose them."

"No problem, Master, please rest assured. Leave it to me and I will take care of it." Ma Hua immediately assured.

"Hurry up and set off, and ride carefully on the road!" He Yuzhu urged.

"Okay, okay, Master, Master and the ladies. I'll go and get ready." Ma Hua said hello and ran out.

"What kind of relative is this great aunt!" He Yuzhu complained in his heart, and then glanced at Li Anyi inadvertently.

Although this girl looks thin, it is not difficult to see from her tenacious eyes that she is a very lively and strong girl. I don't know which man will pick up such a treasure in the future.

(This may refer to a snack or specialty)

During the rest of their stroll, they would stop by to buy some pastries and pass by the grocery store to buy some candy, the kind of things they would definitely not miss.

Whenever you feel tired, you can find a tea stall, stop and rest, and enjoy a cup of hot tea.

He Yuzhu originally planned to buy a bottle of iced drink from the famous Beijing Beibingyang. However, Li Anxin still thought that drinking boiled water was more economical, and she was obviously a girl who knew how to be thrifty.

After drinking tea and taking a short rest, the four people continued their journey. When they reached the vicinity of Zhengyangmen on Qianmen East Street, He Yushui made a new discovery.

"Brother, look over there, that's the silk shop!" she shouted excitedly.

"A silk shop?" He Yuzhu looked over and confirmed that it was indeed a silk shop. "Zhengyangmen Silk Shop?"

he asked curiously.

"Brother, go and take a look. We just need cloth. Maybe the quality here is better than that in the department store," He Yushui urged.

"Okay, then let's go over and take a look." He Yuzhu nodded in agreement and was about to step forward when he heard the crisp sound of a bicycle bell.