Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

"Move closer, okay, bury your head in my arms."

"Oh, right, this is it."

I took two unconventional yet intimate photos.

Although they were a little shy, the couple had a great relationship, so what was there to say?

After the photo shoot was over, while she waited to pick up the photos, Yang Jianguo took off his coat and draped it over her shoulders.

"I don't need it, this is fine." Yingzi tried to push it back to him.

Yang Jianguo's face hardened, and she fell silent.

I had told her to wear something outside to protect herself.

They insist that since they've finally gotten to wear it once in a while, what's the point of covering it up?

His face was pale by now, but he was still trying to act tough!

That's why they say beauty is freezing.

Throughout history, unless forced by circumstances, which woman doesn't love beauty?

"You're all better now."

The deliveryman brought the tickets, and afterwards he also brought two picture frames of the same size.

The ticket was for picking up the photo; nowadays, you don't pick up your photo on the spot anymore.

After taking the photos, pay and get your tickets. Come back in three days to pick them up.

Yang Jianguo found it strange, as he hadn't paid any money or asked for the frame.

How did he end up with the tickets and the frame?

However, this frame is quite nice, should I buy it?

Just then, the master spoke up, "I'd like to discuss something with you two."

"Please go ahead," Yang Jianguo said politely.

The craftsman smiled and explained, "The photos you just took are excellent. I'd like to ask you two if we could print an extra copy to use as a signboard."

Before the two could answer, the craftsman continued, "Don't worry, it won't be hung at the door, it will be placed on this wall."

"From now on, you can come and visit whenever you want."

"I'll waive the photo fee for you today, and I'll even throw in two frames for free. How does that sound?"

Looking at the photo wall that the boss was pointing to, there were all sorts of photos hanging on it.

Men, women, old, young.

Serious, laughter, frustration, excitement, joy, happiness...

This small wall holds the memories of half a city.

"Yingzi, what do you think?" Yang Jianguo was intrigued.

If that's the case, then it would be a special memory between the two of them.

From now on, whenever you pass by the door, you'll have to smile knowingly.

Judging from his eyes, Yingzi knew what was going on.

With a quick glance, he said to the master, "Master, you can keep the photo, but you can't let it circulate anymore."

"Of course, I couldn't do that even if you hadn't told me." The craftsman waved his hands repeatedly, indicating that he would absolutely not leak the photos.

After the film was developed, his original features were gone.

I wanted another one, but there weren't any available.

The two exchanged a glance, and Yang Jianguo took the item from his master's hand: "Okay, then it's settled."

The master nodded and smiled, "It's settled then, you two can rest assured and come to visit often."

Those who come to him to take photos are all neighbors living nearby.

Once they have children, they won't be able to take a family photo again.

The photographer had already planned it all out: he would keep one more photo to advertise his studio as a family portrait.

If others think it looks good, shouldn't they take one too?

"Take care, and come again often."

Carrying his things, Yang Jianguo asked the driver to see him out the door, then put the basket in the bicycle basket.

I took Yingzi with me and rode home.

Today's experience was quite special; I didn't spend a penny to have my picture taken, and I got two photo frames for free.

Hey~ That's interesting!

"Jianguo, do you think we've become celebrities for once?" Yingzi hugged his waist and pressed her head against his back, laughing.

Yang Jianguo tilted his head and said, "Isn't that the treatment of a celebrity? Even a celebrity in a photo studio is a celebrity!"

Despite receiving extraordinary treatment, the two remained humbled.

He went back into the courtyard to change his clothes, then took his tools and headed outside.

Time to get to work.

What used to be a flat area with cracks in the walls overgrown with weeds now has a steep gate.

The slope went downhill, and the soil was compacted.

The whole thing is more than three meters deep, and then they dug a hole about three or four square meters to the right.

It's square and upright, giving it a proper structure.

Yang Jianguo bent down and crawled into the hole, calling out to the outside, "Yingzi, pass me that steel bar."

For the past week, the two of them have spent their evenings tinkering with the cellar.

Now that the scaffolding is up, all that's left is to support all the pillars.

The steel plates and insulation layer on top have also been neatly arranged.

One person was busy inside, while the other was handing things over outside.

As the sun began to set, Yang Jianguo emerged, covered in dirt.

Good grief, all that washing at noon was for nothing.

It's just some dust; a quick rinse at home will clean it up.

He patted the dirt off, Yingzi handed him a towel to wipe his face, and looked back to ask, "Is it done?"

Yang Jianguo smiled and nodded: "Okay, let's move it!"

Yingzi agreed happily, then turned and went back into the house to move her belongings.

These days, she's been very careful with her money, picking and choosing to avoid wasting anything.

If you see anything that won't keep, you have to eat it right away.

Add meat every day!

She even closed the crack in the window that was open by the stove.

They're so hated!

He was even more troubled; why was the meat becoming less and less appetizing?

In just one week, Yingzi felt that she had gained at least four or five pounds.

Fortunately, the cellar was completed.

Now, he no longer has to worry about it.

Tonight, should we have eggs, braised beef with potatoes, or eat that bit of fat we've gained first?

The cooked oil residue was divided up twice, once by Yushui and once by Xiaodang.

These two are really lucky; they got to indulge their cravings to the fullest!

Even Qin Huairu ate some scraps.

The daughter felt sorry for them and secretly put the money in their pockets, but the couple pretended not to see it.

Knowing how to care for one's mother is not a bad thing!

However, it's time to settle the apprenticeship matter.

In the past two weeks, I've seen everything I wanted to see and learned everything I needed to learn.

He went back on Monday and made his choice.

Qin Huairu has a good chance; he has a solid foundation in his studies and is willing to put in the effort.

However, competition still exists.

The things that Director Ma and Factory Director Yang brought weren't all just for getting by.

These days, even children of high-ranking officials have to rely on their own abilities to make a living.

Not everyone thinks that having a powerful backer is a sign of ability.

On the contrary, many people are very resistant to this and feel ashamed of it!

They tried their best to break free from the influence of their family and make a name for themselves through their own abilities.

Yang Jianguo has two such men under his command.

Hardworking, capable, and patient.

He's quick-witted, well-educated, and learns things incredibly fast.

Compared to Qin Huairu, these two have a better chance of staying.

Chapter 129 Qin Huairu's luck has turned around

Everything that couldn't be stored at home, or that had nowhere to be put, was moved to the cellar.

Yang Jianguo handed the brand-new iron general and the key to Yingzi.

I watched her close the door and lock it.

The two walked back, satisfied. Now, the room felt much more spacious.

Yingzi's big worry was finally put to rest.

When I came in and saw that he was covered in dust and dirt, I stuffed a towel into his hand and said, "Go wash up quickly. I'll tidy up this and then go to sleep."

I have to go to work tomorrow morning, so I can't be late.

Yang Jianguo didn't argue with her, and took a towel to the next room to wash up.

Not long after, Yingzi brought him the new clothes.

"I'm all done, you should take a shower too." Yang Jianguo came out after getting dressed, and Yingzi went in for a refreshing shower.

After washing up, I lay down on the kang (heated brick bed), and my eyelids started to droop.

The two chatted for a few minutes.

I closed my eyes, and it was dawn.

I slept so soundly.

The fatigue I'd felt for days quickly subsided.

After eating two boiled eggs, a bowl of porridge, and two steamed buns, the two of them walked out together again.

"Hey, you two are like conjoined twins, inseparable!" Right, Sha Zhu was also about to go out, carrying a net bag.

Hearing his joke, Yang Jianguo grinned and said, "Zhuzi, you don't have many days left. I'll be seeing Teacher Ran soon."

Sha Zhu's face stiffened, and he hurriedly said, "Oh dear, look at my memory! I was just saying I got you a bottle of good wine to try, how about we have a drink tonight?"

Last week, he went to cook for a high-ranking official, and someone brought him some pure, unprocessed liquor from out of town, leaving him a small half-jar to take back.

Sha Zhu originally planned to keep it and take it out when he needed to do something.