Siheyuan: God rewards hard work and makes life better

"Hey! It's still early for me. I need to get myself well first."

Pei Liyun looked at her brother's thin figure, a look of distress flashed in her eyes, and she didn't say anything more.

Pei Liyun thought the porridge and eggs were delicious and thought it was just because her brother had performed exceptionally well today.

After breakfast, Pei Guang packed up and prepared to go out for a walk.

The weather today is exceptionally clear. The sun shines through the clouds, emitting dazzling light and covering the entire earth with a layer of golden coat.

The Pei family is located in this three-story courtyard. After entering from the main gate, the back house is on the left. The doors and windows of the house are facing north, so the lighting is not very good. On the right is the second gate, from which you can enter the front yard.

After passing through the three gates, you will arrive at the central courtyard. Opposite the main house is the main room, and the smaller houses on both sides of the main house are the side rooms. On the left is the west wing, and on the right is the east wing. There are two side rooms on the south side of the east and west wing.

There is a hanging flower gate next to the east wing. After entering the backyard from here, you can see the final layout of the courtyard.

Most of the properties in the courtyards are owned by the government, and residents need to pay a small amount of rent every month to obtain the right to use the house. Only the houses of Sha Zhu, Xu Damao, and the deaf old lady are private properties for some reason.

The Pei family is located in the left corner of the backyard. In front of them is Xu Damao's family, and across the house is the deaf old lady's family. Liu Haizhong's family is on the right.

Pei Guang met many neighbors on the way and greeted them with a smile.

When I arrived at the front yard, I saw Yan Fugui holding a bamboo pole and preparing to go out. I knew without asking that he was going fishing.

"Uncle, you're going fishing so early!"

Yan Fugui's face lit up, "Of course, the weather is so good today, we will definitely have a great harvest."

Pei Guang knew his purpose. He just wanted to catch some fish and give it to Sha Zhu so that he could exchange it for some money from the canteen.

Yan Fugui, 42 years old, was elected as the third uncle in the courtyard. He is currently an eighth-level teacher at Hongxing Primary School, with a monthly salary of 37 yuan. He is stingy and calculating, and often says, "You can eat well and wear well, but you will be poor if you don't calculate well."

There were six people in the family to support, and the average cost was close to the threshold of a poor family, so it was no wonder that he was calculating. However, he calculated too much and his children became estranged from him.

Yan Fugui asked casually: "Xiao Guang, why are you going out so early?"

"Hey! Just wandering around for no reason."

"Okay, you take a stroll first, I'll go fishing." Yan Fugui said as he hurried out.

Pei Guang also followed him out, and about an hour later, he began to run slowly around Jingshan Park near the courtyard.

[Ding! You are exercising seriously, fitness proficiency +1]

[Ding! You are exercising seriously, fitness proficiency +1]

[Ding! You are exercising seriously, fitness proficiency +1]

After running on and off for a while, my fitness proficiency has improved three times in total, and my physical fitness is also steadily improving.

Chapter 3 Buy a Chicken to Supplement

It was April, and the plane trees on both sides of the road were lush and green. Pretty birds were flying around in the trees, singing happily.

Since it was the weekend, there were many more people in the park than usual.

Some were men and women walking slowly, with the air of spring in the air. Some were parents playing with their children in the park, with laughter and joy heard from time to time. There were also a few elderly people gathered together, doing Tai Chi movements.

When Pei Guang ran past them, he stopped and watched for a while, then shook his head and continued running forward.

No matter how he looked at it, he felt that the fierce and domineering style of military boxing was more suitable for him. Every punch and kick was full of power, showing the masculinity of a man.

Thinking that he hadn't exercised for a long time, it would be better to take it step by step. Pei Guang stopped exercising and slowly walked towards Dongdan Vegetable Market.

After choosing some chickens at the chicken stall, a 4-jin rooster looked him in the eye.

I've confirmed through eye contact that I've met the right person!

The rooster seemed to know its fate. When its feet were tied, it struggled desperately, but to no avail.

After paying 2 yuan, Pei Guang grabbed the chicken wings and slowly walked towards the courtyard.

Auntie was washing clothes in the front yard. She looked at the big rooster he was holding and swallowed unconsciously. She couldn't remember how long it had been since she had eaten meat, and she almost forgot what meat tasted like.

"Xiao Guang, what good news is going on today?" The third aunt threw away the clothes in her hand and hurried forward to ask.

"Hey! It's nothing. I just haven't eaten meat for a long time. I just want to improve my diet."

The third aunt rolled her eyes and said, "Xiao Guang, the third aunt is very good at killing chickens, how about I do it for you?"

Pei Guang knew what she was thinking. If this chicken were to enter the Yan family, it would definitely be short in weight when it came out.

"Third Aunt, please don't bother. I can kill a chicken myself."

Pei Guang didn't stay any longer after saying this and went straight to the backyard.

The third aunt looked at his departing figure and sighed softly, "After all, there are no elders in the family. This money can buy a lot of food."

Then he heard the sound of gurgling water again, and he quickly ran to the pool to turn off the water. "Oh! So much water has been wasted again, look at my stupid brain."

When Pei Guang passed by the central courtyard, he saw Jia Zhang sitting on a small bench at the door of her house, basking in the sun leisurely.

When Jia Zhang saw the chicken in his hand, her eyes lit up. She completely forgot about the conflict between the two families, stood up and came up to him with a licking face.

"Xiao Guang, your family can't finish this big chicken, why don't you go to Aunt Zhang's house and have a meal together?"

"Uh... don't bother with that!"

Pei Guang felt goosebumps all over his body, and he rushed past her at a high speed. This shamelessness has reached the highest level, and no one in the courtyard can match it.

Jia Zhang looked at his departing back and cursed, "Bah, what are you so proud of? I'll ask my son to buy a bigger one later."

As she was speaking, a tall and handsome young man walked out. It was her beloved son Jia Dongxu.

Jia Dongxu, 29 years old this year, is now a second-level fitter in the factory under the guidance of his master Yi Zhonghai. He earns 38 yuan a month, which is not a problem for him to support his family.

Jia Dongxu asked curiously: "Mom, who were you talking to just now?"

When Jia Zhang saw her son, she was overjoyed. "Dongxu, Pei Guang in the backyard bought a big rooster. Go buy one this afternoon to nourish Banggeng."

Although she said that, Bang Geng was only 5 years old and how much meat could he eat? Most of it went into her mouth.

Jia Dongxu agreed because he thought his wife was pregnant and in urgent need of nutrition.

At this time, Pei Liyun and He Yushui were talking at the door of their house. When they saw the big rooster in their brother's hand, their eyes immediately widened.

"Brother, you've become rich, so you can afford to buy such a big chicken!"

He Yushui swallowed secretly. His brother had just been promoted to a level 9 chef in the factory, and their family's life was much better than the Pei family's, but who could resist the temptation of the taste of meat?

Pei Guang smiled slightly, "Hey! We can afford a chicken. Liyun, please go into the house and boil some water."

"Hey!" Pei Liyun greeted He Yushui and hurried into the house to do some work.

Although He Yushui was only 13 years old, he was about meters tall. Later he grew to meters, which was particularly rare in that era.

Although he looked down on Sha Zhu, thinking that his sister and He Yushui were classmates, he invited her, "Yushui, have lunch at home. We've prepared a big meal today."

He Yushui was a little girl after all, so she didn't feel comfortable eating and drinking for free at someone else's house, so she quickly refused and said, "Brother Xiaoguang, there's no need to be so troublesome, my brother will prepare the meal."

Pei Guang did not try to persuade him to stay. He went into the house, took out a kitchen knife and a bucket, and wiped his neck. Blood spurted out immediately.

Since he turned off the system prompt sound, after stewing the chicken soup, he looked at the prompt record.

[Ding! You practiced your cooking skills seriously, your cooking proficiency +2"]

技能：厨艺入门（5/10）学识精通（501/1000） 健身入门（3/10）

The system did not explain the rules for increasing proficiency, and Pei Guang was too lazy to dwell on this issue. In a word, just work hard and it would be done.

As the aroma of chicken soup wafted around, many residents began to get restless.

Xu family in the backyard.

Xu Damao is 22 years old this year. He has just been promoted from an apprentice projectionist to a regular employee. His salary is 31 yuan per month, plus some hidden benefits. He is definitely a leading figure of the younger generation in the theater.

Mr. Xu has now been transferred to work in a movie theater. With two working parents, they are definitely high-income earners.

Smelling the aroma coming from next door, even though there were only fine grains on the table, Xu Damao still suggested: "Dad, I'll go buy a chicken this afternoon. This smell is really tempting."

"Just do as you see fit."

Naturally, Father Xu would not refuse. He was extremely satisfied with his son, who had a high degree of education and a good job. It would make him proud if he told others about his son.

The deaf old lady had just finished eating the white porridge brought by an old lady. When she smelled the aroma of the meat, the glutton in her stomach started to get restless again.

"Guiying, whose stewed chicken is so delicious?"

"Old lady, I just saw Pei Guang from next door bring back a chicken. I guess he didn't run away."

The old lady nodded silently, and sighed that it was not the chicken soup cooked by her good grandson Shazhu, otherwise she would also be able to enjoy a feast.

Liu family.

Liu Haizhong, the second uncle in the courtyard, is 45 years old this year. He is currently a level 6 forger in the steel rolling mill, with a monthly salary of 72 yuan. Among his three sons, he prefers his eldest son. His lifelong dream is to become an official, but unfortunately he has not been able to do so due to his low level of education.

Liu Guangqi is 19 years old this year. After graduating from junior high school, with the help of Liu Haizhong, he got a job as a level 12 clerk in the finance department of a steel rolling mill, with a monthly salary of 23 yuan.

Chapter 4 Upgrades and Rewards

"Dad, this chicken smells so good, why don't we buy one too." Liu Guangtian glanced at his father and suggested in a low voice.

"It's good enough to have something to eat. Stop being picky." Liu Haizhong said unhappily.

"Uh..." Liu Guangtian's eyes darkened and he silently lowered his head to chew the steamed bread.

Liu Guangqi was also tempted, "Dad, we haven't eaten meat for a while, why don't we buy one?"

Liu Haizhong agreed to his eldest son's proposal after a little thought.

The two brothers Liu Guangtian and Liu Guangfu rolled their eyes at the same time. The difference in treatment was too obvious. They felt like wild children who were picked up.

The home of Sha Zhu in the middle courtyard.

After He Yushui returned home, she begged Sha Zhu to buy a chicken. Sha Zhu couldn't resist his sister's begging and had to agree.

At this time, smelling the fragrance coming, I couldn't help but say proudly: "Yushui, Pei Guang's cooking skills are far inferior to mine. I will let you open your eyes tonight."

He Yushui nodded excitedly. Pei Guang was still an apprentice, so he could not compare with his brother.

Pei Guangke didn't know that his action had caused the deaths of several chickens.

At this time, Pei Guang and his sister were eating chicken with steamed buns with relish.

After eating two large bowls of chicken, the younger sister touched her slightly bloated belly and complained, "Brother, our family can't afford to eat like this. You have to save money in the future."

Pei Guang shrugged and didn't take it seriously. After he got his grades in a few days, his sister wouldn't have so many concerns anymore.

After taking a short break in the afternoon, Pei Guang did various exercises in the room, including jumping jacks, push-ups, leg lifts, etc.

It was estimated that half an hour had passed. Pei Guang stopped and looked at the system prompt record.

[Ding! You are exercising seriously, fitness proficiency +3]

Then a warm current surged through my body, slowly improving my physical fitness, and the muscles that had felt a little sore before became strong again.

This phenomenon made Pei Guangda very excited. He had been worried that his body would not be able to bear it before, but now he could practice more boldly without any worries.

Only after he was completely exhausted did Pei Guang check the system prompts again.

[Ding! You are exercising seriously, fitness proficiency +4]

[Ding! Fitness proficiency has reached the promotion requirements, and the skill level has been promoted to proficient level]

Pei Guang's body trembled, and he felt all the muscles in his body wriggling, and then bulged upwards a little. He clenched his fists, and felt a surge of power surging from his body, and his body and mind felt unprecedented comfort.

"It feels so good!" Pei Guang couldn't help but sigh.

Moreover, he felt that his little brother down there seemed to have grown again. He wondered if the next upgrade would have the same effect. Thinking of this, he began to look forward to it.

"Cough cough!"

At this time, he noticed another prompt from the system, [Ding! Fitness skill upgrade detected, upgrade rewards are now being issued.]

接着他感觉到随身空间里莫名多了些东西，查看之后发现多出了猪肉30斤、成年鸡10只、成年鸭子10只、羊肉30斤、布票20市尺、草鱼30斤、面粉30斤、大米30斤、蔬菜水果若干，厨房用品一套。

Seeing this, Pei Guang's breathing became rapid. Although these were not rare in later generations, they were extremely precious in this era.

"If you want to live a good life, upgrading is inevitable."

Looking at those kitchen utensils again, Pei Guang's eyes lit up. Why didn't he think of cooking in the space before? This way, he wouldn't have to worry about arousing suspicion.

Thinking that the space had the function of controlling the flow rate, Pei Guang locked the door, slipped into the space and started to work.

Time passed quietly, and dishes were cooked one after another, including Kung Pao Chicken, Spicy and Sour Shredded Potatoes, Stir-fried Lamb with Green Onions, Scrambled Eggs with Tomatoes, and so on.