Siheyuan: Mastery started in the 50s

"Zhu Zi, come out for a moment." Wang Qiang stood in the yard and shouted towards the kitchen.

He Yuzhu poked his head out from the kitchen, his face still smelling of cooking fumes. "What's the matter, Qiangzi?"

Wang Qiang smiled and said, "Come out and rest for a while. I have a suggestion."

He Yuzhu wiped the oil stains on his hands and walked out. "What's the proposal? Why is it so mysterious?"

Wang Qiang chuckled, "We've been busy for so long that we haven't taken any souvenirs. I think the sun is nice today, so let's take a group photo together as a souvenir. What do you think?" He was slightly stunned, then laughed, "Qiangzi, you have a good idea! We have been through so many ups and downs over the years, and we should take a group photo as a souvenir."

The two looked at each other and smiled. Wang Qiang continued, "Okay, I'll call a few of our friends right now. Let's have a party together today, have a meal, and take some photos. How do you think?"

"Okay!" He Yuzhu agreed readily and then turned back to the kitchen to prepare the ingredients.

Wang Qiang felt a warm feeling in his heart. He knew that this photo was not only a testimony to their friendship, but also a memory of the past years. Although daily life was full of busyness and challenges, these friends were always by his side, making him feel that he was not alone.

Soon, Wang Qiang contacted several friends. Lao Ma was among them. When he heard that they wanted to take a group photo, he readily agreed and joked: "This is a big deal, we must take it in a spirited way!"

As the afternoon progressed, the courtyard gradually became lively, and several old friends gradually arrived. Everyone sat in the courtyard, talking about the ups and downs of the past years, recalling the hardships when they started their business together and the achievements today, with unspeakable emotion in their hearts.

Wang Qiang stood aside, looking at these familiar faces, his heart was filled with warmth. He knew that these friends were not only business partners, but also the most important support in his life. It was with their companionship and help that he could persist all the way to now and manage the Siheyuan so well.

"Come on, let's stand and take a group photo first." Wang Qiang took out his mobile phone, adjusted the angle, and called everyone. He smiled and said, "Qiangzi, get yourself in here too, don't always stand in the back and take pictures, find a stand, fix the phone, and let's take pictures together! Find a small stand, put the phone in a corner of the yard, adjust the position, and then walk to the middle of everyone. "Everyone smile, come on, three, two, one——"

As the shutter sounded, the group photo was frozen in the mobile phone. Everyone gathered around to look at the photo, laughing continuously. Everyone in the photo looked energetic, and the background was the courtyard where they had worked together, and the renovated toilet was also prominently displayed. Wang Qiang looked at the photo, feeling full of a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.

"We need to print out this photo and hang it in the yard so that we can remember today every time we see it." Lao Ma suggested.

Wang Qiang nodded, "No problem, this is a good idea. Today is a memorable day, we must cherish it."

After the group photo was taken, the atmosphere became more lively. He Yuzhu suggested that everyone have a dinner together. He personally cooked a sumptuous dinner for everyone. Wang Qiang also got busy preparing ingredients and mixing dishes. The two cooperated well and the kitchen was bustling with activity.

"Qiangzi, today's meal is special. We need to prepare some delicious dishes. Everyone has been busy all day." He Yuzhu said to Wang Qiang while he was busy.

Wang Qiang smiled and responded, "Don't worry, Zhuzi, let's have a good meal today to celebrate. It can also be regarded as a reward for our hard work over the years."

Soon, a table full of delicious food was placed on the table. Everyone sat around, toasting and chatting about past memories and future plans. Everyone found their own satisfaction in this delicious food and friendship.

After dinner, everyone sat in the yard, looking up at the night sky. The twinkling lights of the stars sprinkled in the yard, and the courtyard seemed peaceful and warm. Wang Qiang sat in the corner of the yard, holding a cup of tea in his hand, his heart full of emotion.

"Zhuzi, today's group photo is really great." Wang Qiang said to He Yuzhu, with sincere emotion in his eyes.

He Yuzhu nodded and said with a smile: "Qiangzi, this group photo is not only a photo, but also a testimony of our friendship for so many years. No matter what happens in the future, as long as we see this photo, we will remember every detail of today. He became more determined to cherish everything in front of him. The courtyard, the toilet, and these friends are the most precious treasures in his life. He understands that the road ahead may still be full of challenges, but as long as these friends are around, everything will no longer be so difficult.

As the night deepened, the lights in the courtyard were still bright. Wang Qiang looked at everyone laughing and talking, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart. At this moment, he felt extremely satisfied and happy. Although there are many uncertainties in life, he knows that he already has the most important things - friendship, the fruits of struggle, and a warm home.

As the night deepened, everyone gradually dispersed, and the courtyard returned to tranquility. Wang Qiang returned to his room, picked up his phone, and looked at the group photo carefully. His heart was once again filled with emotion. This group photo is not just a photo, but also a symbol, a testimony to their joint efforts and mutual support.

Wang Qiang set the photo as the background image of his mobile phone and saw it every day. He silently thought in his heart that no matter what difficulties and challenges he would encounter in the future, this photo would always remind him not to forget his original intention and the most precious things in these years.

As this group photo was taken, Wang Qiang's mentality became more peaceful. He no longer worried about trivial matters, but learned to face everything in life with a more open mind. He knew that he was no longer alone, and with these friends and partners around him, no matter what problems he encountered, he could face and overcome them together.

Wang Qiang said goodbye to his friends, his heart full of joy and satisfaction from taking photos during the day. He was ready to go home and enjoy a quiet night. The soft lights and warm atmosphere in the courtyard made him feel deeply relaxed.

However, when he stepped out of the gate of the courtyard, he found that the sky was filled with thick dark clouds and the air was filled with a moist smell, indicating that a heavy rain was about to come.

Wang Qiang frowned, thinking: The weather changed so quickly, it was sunny just now, but now it was suddenly covered with dark clouds. He quickened his pace, wanting to get home before the rain came. However, after walking a few steps, he felt a few cold raindrops falling on his face.