The Courtyard House: He Yuzhu, Who Defied Fate

He Yu was doing her homework when Chen Xueru asked:

"Ms. Yang Xiaodi, how did you and Brother Zhu meet?"

Although the two women spoke very politely, the atmosphere was extremely tense.

Yang Xiaodi said:

"When Zhu Zi and Yu were on their way home, they passed by and encountered three thugs who were about to humiliate me. They rescued me, and that's how we met."

Our schools are quite close, so we came back together. He drove me back every day!

By the way, Ms. Chen Xueru, what about you?

Chen Xueru really wanted to say that she and He Yuzhu were childhood sweethearts, but the clever Chen Xueru knew that Yang Xiaodi would definitely ask her in private.

Chen Xueru recounted how she met He Yuzhu.

Then he said:

"We're the same, we were both saved by Brother Zhu!"

The two women knew that everyone got to know each other in the same way, without any difference in skill level.

Yang Xiaodi said:

"Ms. Chen Xueru, have you been coming here regularly?"

Chen Xueru nodded proudly:

"Yes, I spent Chinese New Year here!"

Yang Xiaodi didn't care about this at all. After getting to know He Yuzhu over the past few days, she realized that he was such an outstanding person that it was perfectly normal for girls to like him.

"I see. If it hadn't been so late when Zhuzi saved me, and I hadn't forgotten to leave my address, I could have done it too."

But now that I know, I can come more often!

Upon hearing Yang Xiaodi's words, Chen Xueru cursed inwardly: "Vixen."

However, Chen Xueru said:

"You're a college student too, you're so busy with classes, coming here every day, doesn't that interfere with your studies?"

Yang Xiaodi said:

“I learned our professional courses very easily, without missing a beat. But you’re the owner of a silk shop, coming here every day, aren’t you doing business?”

Chen Xueru hadn't expected Yang Xiaodi to say that. Just as Chen Xueru was about to try to salvage the situation elsewhere, she heard He Yuzhu shout:

"Yu, Xiaodi, Xueru, dinner is ready, come and eat!"

The two knew that whoever lost their temper first would not leave a good impression on He Yuzhu.

Although the two women disliked each other intensely, they acted very amicably.

After washing their hands, He Yu and the other person went to the restaurant.

When He Yuzhu saw the three women arrive, he said:

"Alright, I've prepared all the food. Let's eat together, Xiaodi. Didn't you want to try my cooking?"

Since I have the time and opportunity today, you should try my cooking!

Hearing He Yuzhu's words, Yang Xiaodi nodded.

"Great, I already knew you were the head chef of Hongbinlou, but I haven't tasted your cooking yet. Today is a perfect opportunity to give it a good try!" Cheers.

Chapter 89: Fifty-five years have passed in the blink of an eye

He Yuzhu said with a smile:

"Then try my cooking this time!"

After saying that, He Yuzhu told everyone to start eating, and Chen Xueru had already eaten He Yuzhu's cooking countless times.

Then, acting as if she were the lady of the house, she said:

"Comrade Yang Xiaodi, come and have a taste! Brother Zhu's cooking is absolutely superb!"

After speaking, she introduced the dishes He Yuzhu had prepared. Yang Xiaodi looked at Chen Xueru's hostess-like demeanor and felt very angry.

However, remembering that this was Chen Xueru's purpose, Yang Xiaodi was not discouraged and started to try it.

After eating, Yang Xiaodi was indeed impressed by He Yuzhu's cooking skills. She never expected that He Yuzhu was not only highly skilled in martial arts but also got into Tsinghua University. What's even more impressive is that his cooking skills are also too good.

Such an outstanding man, he truly deserves to be the man I like.

Yang Xiaodi praised He Yuzhu, saying:

"Zhu Zi, this dish is just as Comrade Chen Xueru described, absolutely amazing! It's so delicious!"

Hearing Yang Xiaodi's words, He Yuzhu smiled and said:

"Eat more if you like it!"

Then the group happily started eating, except for He Yuzhu and He Yuhe, who were as usual.

Yang Xiaodi and Chen Xueru, on the other hand, seemed preoccupied.

After dinner, He Yuzhu planned to take the two women home. Chen Xueru, taking advantage of being the only one in her family, said to He Yuzhu:

"Brother Zhu, you can rest tomorrow. I want to practice martial arts with you again tomorrow. I'll sleep with Yu tonight!"

He Yuzhu didn't think much of it; after all, his yard was big enough to accommodate as many people as he wanted.

He agreed.

"Okay, then I'll take Xiaodi back!"

Upon hearing this, Yang Xiaodi looked at Chen Xueru, who in turn looked at Yang Xiaodi with a smug expression.

But Yang Xiaodi can't do that. Her parents are still at home, and if she doesn't go back, they will definitely make a scene.

Having no other choice, He Yuzhu sent Yang Xiaodi back.

Yang Xiaodi remained silent throughout the journey, and He Yuzhu rode his bicycle to take her back.

Upon arriving at Yang Xiaodi's home, Yang Xiaodi finally couldn't help but speak:

"Zhu Zi, can I come to see you tomorrow?"

He Yuzhu didn't think much of it:

"Of course you can. You know my home. You can come anytime tomorrow!"

Upon hearing He Yuzhu's words, Yang Xiaodi knew that He Yuzhu and Chen Xueru were not making any progress.

I was very happy and said:

"Okay, I'll go back now and come find you tomorrow!"

He Yuzhu nodded and rode his bicycle back home.

When they arrived home, Chen Xueru returned and very considerately helped He Yuzhu unpack his things, then washed his face and feet.

He Yuzhu looked at the busy Chen Xueru and said to her:

"Alright, Xue Ru, you don't need to work anymore, you should get some rest too!"

Chen Xueru looked at He Yuzhu, seemingly wanting to say something but hesitating. You should know that Chen Xueru is only eighteen years old now, and she is not as proactive as she will be in the future.

I was very reserved at the time and didn't say what was on my mind. Although I felt a sense of crisis, I didn't have the courage to take that step.

Chen Xueru could only nod;

"Okay, Brother Zhu, you should get some rest too!"

After saying that, Chen Xueru went back to rest with He Yu.

The next day, while the three were practicing martial arts, Yang Xiaodi arrived early in the morning.

He Yuzhu stood up and said to the two of them:

"You all continue your cultivation, I'll go open the door!"

Opening the door, Yang Xiaodi, carrying soy milk and fried dough sticks, said with a smile:

"Good morning, Zhu Zi, I brought you breakfast."

He Yuzhu saw Yang Xiaodi and said with a smile:

"Come in, Chen Xueru and the other two are practicing martial arts. We'll eat together later!"

Yang Xiaodi nodded, then went to the training ground and saw He Yu and Chen Xueru practicing.

Yang Xiaodi placed breakfast on the stone bench she had made and watched the three of them cultivate.

He Yuzhu saw that the two had almost finished their cultivation, and that further cultivation would harm their bodies.

They stopped the two of them and then ate breakfast together. He Yu ate a little and then stopped.

Ever since He Yuzhu said that to her last time, He Yu has been like this: she eats more when she likes something good and less when she doesn't.

He Yuzhu is no longer picky about food. He Yuzhu knows that He Yu doesn't like eating out because it's not as good as what he makes himself.

However, He Yuzhu did not indulge He Yu, because He Yuzhu knew that He Yu was his younger sister.