Courtyard House: Starting by inheriting the tradition and suppressing the barbarians.

With the complete cessation of the flu epidemic, Beijing has returned to its former bustling state.

Li Xuan not only received the honor of "Young Medical Expert".

Furthermore, it holds a prominent position within the Hongxing Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital.

But these past few days, he has been somewhat restless, frequently glancing at the calendar.

Counting the days, that person should be coming back soon.

Since the turmoil of 1958.

Although the Hua family managed to preserve its vitality with Li Xuan's help.

However, for safety reasons, Hua Zhenguo and his wife still went to Hong Kong via Tianjin to manage their business there.

Hua Youlin originally went along as well, but she had a "four-year agreement" with Li Xuan.

She said she would definitely come back after she finishes university.

Because her roots are here, and her heart is here too.

Saturday morning.

Li Xuan had just finished washing up and was about to go to his spatial storage to check on the newly planted medicinal herbs.

Suddenly, a clear car horn sounded at the gate of the courtyard.

This sound, in the alleys of this era, is still so rare and jarring.

"Who is it? So early in the morning."

Yan Bugui, wearing a coat, came out to watch the commotion, muttering to himself, "Could it be someone looking for Li Xuan again?"

"This kid is a big star now."

Before the words were even finished, the car door opened.

A foot wearing a white high heel gently touched the ground.

Followed by.

A modern woman wearing a light blue fitted trench coat, with stylish curls and sunglasses walked down the street.

She took off her sunglasses, revealing a face so beautiful it could outshine any flower.

Compared to the naivety of four years ago.

She is now more mature and elegant.

He exuded an aura of nobility that made people afraid to look directly at him.

"Ms. Hua...?"

Yan Bugui rubbed his eyes, almost not recognizing him.

Isn't this the young lady who came to deliver books to Li Xuan in her car back then?

She has come back?

Hua Youlin nodded slightly to Yan Bugui, but her gaze quickly passed through the crowd and looked towards the backyard.

Just then, Li Xuan came out upon hearing the noise.

Eyes facing each other.

Time seemed to stand still at that moment.

"I'm back."

Hua Youlin parted her red lips slightly, her voice trembling, and her eyes instantly reddened.

Because of this promise, she rejected the advances of countless wealthy young men in Hong Kong.

He resolutely returned to the inland region, which was going through a difficult period.

Simply because he is here.

Welcome home.

Li Xuan strode forward, and in this conservative era, he restrained the urge to embrace her.

But those deep eyes were filled with tender affection.

He took the suitcase from Hua Youlin's hands, gently touching the handles with both hands, conveying their mutual longing.

"Come on, I'll take you somewhere."

Li Xuan did not take her into the courtyard, but instead handed the luggage to Li Tian, ​​who came out to greet them.

Then he got on the bicycle and patted the back seat.

Hua Youlin smiled slightly, skillfully sat down sideways, and naturally put her arms around his waist.

Just like four years ago.

......

Beihai Park, under the White Pagoda.

A gentle breeze in May swept across the lake, bringing with it the fragrance of flowers.

The two strolled side by side along the corridor, attracting the attention of passersby.

The man was handsome and dashing, and the woman was stunningly beautiful; they were a perfect couple.

"Do you know?"

"During these past few years in Hong Kong, I've thought about you every single day."

Hua Youlin looked at the shimmering lake surface and said softly.

"My father wants me to stay in Hong Kong to help him manage his business, or go to study in the UK."

"But I refused them all."

"Why?" Li Xuan asked knowingly.

Hua Youlin turned around, looked directly into his eyes, her gaze resolute.

"Because my fiancé is here."

"What if he gets seduced by some other vixen if I don't come back and keep an eye on him?"

Li Xuan laughed, a truly radiant laugh.

He reached out and gently stroked her cheek, his fingertips brushing against the strands of hair by her ear.

"Don't worry, no one but you can catch my eye."

"Youlin, be my girlfriend."

"The kind with marriage as the goal."

Although we already understand each other's feelings, this sentence still needs a formal ceremony.

Hua Youlin's cheeks flushed red, making her breathtakingly beautiful.

She nodded emphatically: "Yes! I'm willing!"

"And I came back this time not only for you, but also to serve my country."

"I have applied for a job at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and will report for duty next week."

Li Xuan's heart stirred.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs!

In this special era, this identity is undoubtedly an excellent camouflage.

"Okay, then let's work together."

"You're on the diplomatic front, I'm on the medical front; with our hearts united, we can overcome anything!"

Li Xuan held her hand, their fingers intertwined.

At that moment, their hearts were completely united.

......

As evening fell, the sun began to set.

Li Xuan rode his bicycle, carrying Hua Youlin back to the courtyard house.

It just so happened that everyone was coming home from get off work, and a lot of people gathered at the entrance of the courtyard.

Seeing how intimate the two were, everyone understood—it was a done deal!

"Wow, what a perfect couple!"

"Li Xuan is such a lucky guy, marrying such a beautiful and rich wife!"

"I heard he's an overseas Chinese who returned from abroad?"

"I also heard about the officials in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs... My God!"

The neighbors' chatter was filled with envy and jealousy.

In a corner of the crowd.

Qin Huairu was carrying a tattered basket containing a few rotten vegetable leaves, which she had picked up at the market.

She looked at Hua Youlin, who was sitting on the back of the bicycle, smiling brightly.

She couldn't afford that trench coat even if she didn't eat or drink for ten years.

That confident and elegant smile is something she could never have in her life.

Then look at Li Xuan beside me.

He was full of vigor and his eyes were full of affection, treating that girl like a precious treasure.

Qin Huairu looked down at her rough, blackened hands.

And there was that old cotton-padded coat he was wearing, patched upon patched, and smelling of cooking oil.

A huge sense of inferiority overwhelmed her like a tidal wave.

She once considered herself the most beautiful girl in the courtyard!

She thought she could get her hands on Sha Zhu with her looks.

She even fantasized about what would have happened if she hadn't married Jia Dongxu...

But now, in front of Hua Youlin, she felt like mud on the ground, not even worthy of carrying Hua Youlin's shoes.

"Sister Qin, what are you looking at?"

Sha Zhu came closer and followed her gaze.

Upon seeing Li Xuan and Hua Youlin, she couldn't help but say sourly, "Hmph, what's so great about them!"

"So what if you have a little bit of dirty money?"

"This is the behavior of a capitalist's daughter! She'll be criticized sooner or later!"

He's a classic case of sour grapes.

Qin Huairu didn't reply, but silently turned away and wiped away her tears.

"Stop talking... let's go."

Her voice was hoarse, revealing deep exhaustion and despair.

She knew that some dreams were time to end.

For the rest of her life, she could only struggle in the mire of this tenement courtyard.

Watching Li Xuan push the cart and protect Hua Youlin as they walked into the backyard, their happy figures pierced the eyes of countless people.

Yi Zhonghai stood in front of his window and slammed the curtains shut, plunging the room into darkness.

Listening to the commotion outside from his bed, Jia Dongxu tore his pillow to shreds.

Only the Li family.

The lights were on, and laughter filled the air.

Su Yun held Hua Youlin's hand, liking her more and more as she looked at her, and couldn't wait to get married right away.

"Mom, no rush, let's wait until Youlin has a stable job."

Li Xuan said with a smile.

Actually, he wasn't in a hurry because—

He also wanted to use this time to thoroughly clean up the last remaining hidden dangers in the courtyard!

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