Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

Just as the two were talking, Yingzi suddenly exclaimed, "Oh no, there are still...chickens that haven't been fed!"

They shoved the bowl of pine nuts into his hands and rushed out.

Yang Jianguo, still lost in his sweet moments, was left standing there dumbfounded...

This woman's heart changes too quickly!

We raise chickens at home and store grain in the cellar.

They are living a comfortable life, and all the people's aspirations have been fulfilled.

If this house were a little bigger, it would be perfect.

But now it's impossible to build a new one, and moving it out is even more out of the question.

He could only wait and see when someone moved out, and then Yang Jianguo would take the opportunity to apply for a transfer.

Given his prestige and the degree to which he was highly regarded in the factory.

And with his current influence in the neighborhood, wouldn't it be easy for him to change to a room that no one lives in?

Yang Jianguo was the only one who didn't have that kind of interest; otherwise, there would be plenty of people in the courtyard who would worry about him.

They secretly plotted to kick someone out so that Yang Jianguo could have a place.

After dinner, Yingzi had chores to do.

Yang Jianguo stopped her, insisting on taking her out for a stroll.

“Staying cooped up at home all day isn’t good for your health.” Pointing to her stomach, Yingzi gave in.

Now, she is more than two months pregnant.

Because she was wearing a thick cotton-padded coat, it wouldn't be noticeable on ordinary days.

You can touch it and you can clearly feel some changes.

Especially for Yingzi, the little life touched every nerve in her body.

Now, whether walking or working.

She restrained her temper, slowed her pace, and reduced her exertion.

The lively side she used to occasionally show is completely gone.

When you go out shopping, especially when there are many people.

They unconsciously used their hands to protect themselves and hide.

I'm afraid someone might accidentally bump into me or hurt me.

This maternal instinct to protect one's offspring is deeply ingrained in the soul and engraved in the bones.

No one needs to teach or learn it.

It's like a miraculous inheritance of a soul, as long as you want it.

They would naturally understand what was better for him/her.

After changing her clothes and going out, Yingzi noticed that Yang Jianguo didn't seem to be planning to ride his bike. Curious, she asked, "Aren't we going to ride bikes?"

"I'm not riding anymore, I'll just wander around. If you get tired, I'll carry you," Yang Jianguo said with a smile.

Yingzi smiled happily, took his arm, and walked outside.

"Jianguo, Yingzi, are you out for a stroll again?"

Seeing the two people leave, Aunt Liu, who was washing clothes outside the house, called out and asked.

"Well, let's go out for a walk."

Yang Jianguo glanced into the house and called out, "Uncle Liu, are you alright?"

"Everything's fine, Jianguo," Liu replied cheerfully.

Right now, he's on the bed with a small table set up, fiddling with the discarded parts he replaced during the day's car repairs.

Don't underestimate these broken parts; you can still piece them together.

After this back-and-forth transfer, it can be used in other vehicles.

Aside from requiring a bit of effort, it's practically a risk-free business.

With such good fortune and an extra source of income, how could Da Liu not be happy...

“Okay, then we’ll head over there.” As soon as Yang Jianguo finished speaking, someone came out from the house of the old man on the left.

Yan Jiecheng, wrapped in a padded jacket, his face flushed and breathing out hot air, asked, "Brother Jianguo, Sister Yingzi, are you going for a stroll?"

"Ah."

Yang Jianguo glanced at him again before taking Yingzi out.

In April, it was still not warm in the capital.

The temperature difference is particularly large, especially in the morning and evening.

They might still be wearing jackets or work clothes at noon.

You have to wear a padded jacket at night.

Otherwise, they'll definitely get sick from the cold.

As I walked along the alley, every now and then someone would call out, "Jianguo, taking your wife out!"

Yang Jianguo responded enthusiastically, but Yingzi could see the helplessness in his eyes.

She chuckled teasingly and said softly, "Being a celebrity isn't easy, is it?"

Yang Jianguo shook his head with a wry smile: "It's not just difficult, it's downright torturous."

They only know how prestigious they are in public, but who knows how prestigious they are in private?

"Pfft~"

Yingzi reached out and slapped his arm, scolding him angrily, "How can you be like this, Comrade Yang Jianguo? Pride is unacceptable."

"Yes, sir, I was wrong."

Yang Jianguo said solemnly, "It was my attitude that was the problem. I will reflect on it and correct it."

Seeing his funny expression, Yingzi laughed so hard she couldn't stand up straight.

After leaving the alley, the two walked along the main street, without any destination, just wandering around aimlessly.

Yingzi asked curiously, "Jianguo, has Uncle Yi's family been a little too enthusiastic towards us lately?"

Yingzi couldn't see through the Yan family's intentions, but she understood one principle.

Unsolicited kindness is either a lie or a thief!

In the past, there were people who had social interactions with each other, and the relationships between neighbors were quite normal.

It wasn't a major holiday, and I didn't owe anyone any favors or ask for any help.

Offering a fish as a favor?!

This favor is a bit too expensive, especially for the Yan family.

Yang Jianguo remained calm, a slight smile playing on his lips, and said, "What else could it be? Planning for the future!"

"future?"

Yingzi's eyes darted around, and she blurted out, "Yan Jiecheng's job."

There are only a few people in the courtyard, and Uncle Yi's family is now the most "prominent."

His family's affairs were naturally the talk of the town and a popular topic of conversation after meals.

Yan Jiecheng will graduate in two months.

Now that I've graduated, I need to find a job and earn money.

Given Uncle Yi's personality, he definitely wouldn't let him stay at home and eat for free.

So, is he setting his sights on his own man?

Yang Jianguo smiled and nodded, saying, "It's nothing serious."

Yan Laokou's calculations were clear, but Yang Jianguo's attitude was even clearer.

Even Qin Huairu, if she begged him at his door, he would give her a chance.

If you, Yan Jiecheng, are willing to do it, I'll give you the opportunity.

I went to the factory as an apprentice and started from scratch...

But you have to think, 'We're all in the same compound, you should just give me a permanent position and let me make money.'

Let alone sending a fish or a bowl of peanuts.

Even if you send him a mountain of gold, it won't matter; Yang Jianguo will still have to report it.

Who knows where this mountain of gold came from!

Hearing his deliberately teasing remark, Yingzi turned her head and glared at him.

Deep down, however, he was filled with pride.

This is my man—upright and righteous.

It's ours, we want it.

If it's not ours, we don't want it.

Hard work leads to wealth!

These ideas have been ingrained in my mind since I was a child.

Chapter 155 Xidan, Hengdeli Watch Shop

As they walked along the street, the two spotted candied hawthorns being sold in a glass display case by the roadside.

A bunch of five or six wild hawthorns, coated with a layer of sugar.

They were neatly arranged there, looking exceptionally tempting.

At this time, the candied hawthorns are not all the same size.

The hawthorns on the string are real wild hawthorns; one bite and they'll make your teeth ache with sourness.

Yingzi's mouth watered just looking at it, but she really wanted to eat it: "Jianguo, I want to eat candied hawthorns."

"Buy it." In front of the glass cabinet, Yang Jianguo looked at the two different kinds of candied hawthorns inside.

One type comes with sugar and costs two cents a skewer.

One type is sugar-free, and it's cheap, costing only one cent.

"I want two with sugar." Yang Jianguo took out four cents and gave them to the person.

The vendor selling candied hawthorns simply handed it over with a stick, without any packaging.

Each person had a skewer of candied hawthorns and ate them as they walked.

I saw some kids playing by the roadside, and it made my mouth water.

I saw the little guy rubbing his eyes and running home, whimpering.

Yingzi blushed and felt too embarrassed to eat.

This is ridiculous...

The two of them walked together and ended up in Xidan.

Yang Jianguo spotted the Xidan Cinema by the roadside. "Yingzi, there's a cinema here. Shall we watch a movie?"

"What's so great about the movie? Besides, everyone's leaving soon." Yingzi pointed to the sign at the door, 'Last show.'

It looks like we won't be able to watch the movie, so let's wander around some more!

At that time, Xidan was quite bustling.

Xidan Theater, Food Market, Harbin Grand Theater, Da Guangming Cinema, and the famous monthly pass sales center are all clustered here.

There's also an entertainment club, which is currently performing the Pingju opera "Fifteen Strings of Cash".