Rebirth of Siheyuan starts in the 1980s

"Hi, Aribadi? My lovely sister, your dear big brother, I'm back!"

As the door suddenly opened, Cao Lili and Qiao Simei, who were sitting on the dining table doing homework, were both stunned. They all looked at Cao Zhiqiang at the door in a daze.

But soon, Qiao Simei was the first to react, threw away the pencil, stood up in surprise and said: "Brother Cao, is it really you? Are you back?"

"Yeah, yeah." Cao Zhiqiang walked in with a bag on his back with a smile, then threw the bag on the ground, pinched his waist with both hands, raised his head and smiled, "If it's not me, who else could it be? Hahahaha!"

Cao Lili shook her head: "I'm sure, it's my silly brother."

Cao Zhiqiang then lowered his head and rolled his eyes at Cao Lili angrily: "What are you talking about? I have nothing to do with stupidity."

Cao Lili imitated Cao Zhiqiang and lightly shrugged: "Humph, I think you are stupid enough now."

"Tch!" Cao Zhiqiang curled his lips, "Don't you understand? I call it funny, not stupid. These are two different things!"

Cao Lili stopped arguing with Cao Zhiqiang: "You must be very tired when you come back so late? Why are you still teasing us like this? Have you eaten yet? Do you want me to feed you?"

Cao Zhiqiang raised his eyelids, then smiled and shook his head: "No, no, I just came back after dinner on the road, don't worry about me."

Well, Cao Zhiqiang did come back after dinner. On this point, he didn't lie.

In fact, after Cao Zhiqiang brought Qinghong back to the capital, he first arranged hotel accommodation for Qinghong, and then went to Houhai to buy a courtyard house along the lake.

Early the next morning, Cao Zhiqiang took Qinghong to see the courtyard house, and then went shopping all morning.

During this period, Cao Zhiqiang not only bought a lot of clothing and cosmetics for Qinghong, but also bought a lot of household necessities, such as bed sheets, bedding, washbasins, thermos bottles and so on.

In addition, Cao Zhiqiang also bought two second-hand bicycles, one for himself and one for Qinghong.

As for why you don’t buy a new one, of course new ones require a bicycle ticket, but second-hand ones don’t.

After the two of them each rode a bicycle, brought their newly bought belongings, and moved into the courtyard house Cao Zhiqiang bought, Cao Zhiqiang took Qinghong around a few times to let Qinghong get familiar with the house as soon as possible.

surrounding environment.

After Qinghong got a little familiar with the new house and the surrounding environment, Cao Zhiqiang and Qinghong worked together to cook together in the new courtyard and cooked a simple dinner.

After having dinner with Qinghong in the new courtyard and giving her instructions, Cao Zhiqiang rode his newly bought second-hand bicycle and returned home leisurely.

Of course, this home is not the original old courtyard house, but a new house he specially rented for Cao Lili, which is the teachers' building inside the primary school.

Well, it can be seen that Cao Zhiqiang does not want to tell Cao Lili about Qinghong yet.

For no reason, Cao Zhiqiang instinctively felt that it would be better not to tell Cao Lili about this kind of thing. It can be hidden for a while.

In other words, Cao Zhiqiang had actually come back a long time ago, but he was too busy serving Qinghong at first, so he didn't come back to report to his sister immediately.

Now that he is back, of course he has to act as if he just came back.

This is called a white lie, an essential skill for a mature man.

"Brother Cao." The heartless Qiao Simei came over at this time, "You have been in the south for so long, have you brought me any gifts?"

"Four beauties!" Cao Lili immediately frowned, "What are you talking about? I went to the south to do business, not to bring you gifts!"

"It's okay, it's okay." Cao Zhiqiang chuckled, "I brought gifts, but as your sister said, I went to do some business this time and don't have much time to go shopping, so I didn't bring many gifts."

Having said this, Cao Zhiqiang squatted down, opened the zipper of the canvas bag, and took out the contents bit by bit.

"Actually, I went in a hurry this time and didn't go shopping. I just got gifts from the plane, such as folding fans, combs, Miao embroidery handkerchiefs, chewing gum and so on... By the way, there's also this, what do you want?

You might like – Qingyan Rose Candy!”

Having said this, Cao Zhiqiang took out a carton tied with paper rope: "Well, this is Qingyan Rose Candy, a local specialty. It is said to taste pretty good. Go and try it."

Well, since Cao Zhiqiang eloped back with Qinghong in advance, he really didn't have much time to look for local specialties.

This Qingyan Rose Candy was a souvenir that Cao Zhiqiang bought in a small shop in Guiyang when he was staying at the No. 3 Guest House in the provincial capital.

Qiao Simei didn't care about that. When she saw Cao Zhiqiang taking out the gift, she immediately took the box of Qingyan Rose Candies with a smile, then smiled and nodded to Cao Zhiqiang: "Thank you, Brother Cao! I know you are good to me, don't worry, wait."

When I grow up, I will also be kind to you."

Cao Zhiqiang smiled: "Okay, as long as you can say, go ahead."

Only then did Qiao Simei take away the rose candy, then put it on the dining table and happily unpacked it.

Cao Lili ignored Qiao Simei, but walked up to Cao Zhiqiang and said, "Brother, was this trip going well?

Have you met eldest sister and the others?

How is their family doing?

By the way, why didn't I come back with you this time?

Didn't you say at that time that you were going to bring their family back together?"

Cao Zhiqiang stood up slowly, stretched and said, "Oh, my good sister, you have so many questions. I just came back from a long way away, so you have to ask me to drink some water and take a breather before talking."

"Four beauties!" Cao Lili suddenly turned her head, "Go, give me a glass of water!"

"Oh!" Qiao Simei agreed, immediately put down the rose candy, and ran to pour water.

It can be seen that although Qiao Simei usually looks out of tune, once she is faced with Cao Zhiqiang's matter, or when faced with her sister's orders, she is still very considerate and obedient.

After Cao Zhiqiang sat down at the table and drank two more sips of the warm water that Qiao Simei poured, he nodded and said, "It's a long story. To put it simply, everything went well."

Next, Cao Zhiqiang began to make short stories, telling the situation in Qianzhou concisely and selectively.

Of course there is no need to talk about things like Cao Zhiqiang and Qing Hong, at least for the time being.

Cao Zhiqiang briefly talked about the situation of his sister's family, and emphasized that it was inconvenient for him to stay there, so he came back first.

The eldest sister and her family will come back on their own after completing all the procedures. Once they return to Peiping, they will naturally come here, so there is no need to worry about them.

"So, don't worry about them, everything goes well." Cao Zhiqiang said with a smile.

Cao Lili nodded: "That's fine, but if eldest sister and the others come, will they live with us?"

"Of course not." Cao Zhiqiang shook his head, "The eldest sister is already married and has her own husband and children. It is not suitable for her to live with us.

But you don’t have to worry about accommodation. I will rent a house nearby for my sister in advance and let them settle in."

"Brother Cao." Qiao Simei said at this time, "You are so rich, why don't you just buy a house for your eldest sister to live in? Why do you still rent a house?"

Cao Zhiqiang smiled slightly: "Simei, things here are very complicated. Anyway, you are still young. When you grow up, you will understand me."

Yes, what Cao Zhiqiang means is to rent a house for his sister to live in. Cao Zhiqiang will pay the rent at first, and then when his sister settles down and has income, they will pay for the rent themselves.

If their family's income becomes higher in the future, you can also remind them to buy a house as soon as possible.

However, it would be inappropriate to ask Cao Zhiqiang to buy a house for them to live in, and it would easily lead to conflicts.

All adults understand this, and Cao Zhiqiang doesn't want to end up in a quarrel with his sister's family over the house.

To put it bluntly, Cao Zhiqiang took Cao Jiajia's family back to Peking out of a sense of repayment. After all, he is a time traveler and has taken over someone else's body, so he must shoulder the responsibilities of his predecessors.

Taking advantage of someone else's body but taking no responsibility is too scumbag, and Cao Zhiqiang's conscience can't bear it.

However, repaying a favor does not mean being stupid.

Giving my sister a thousand yuan, helping her get a trip to Peking, and arranging jobs for them is already the most benevolent thing.

If even a house is given...

Cao Zhiqiang still understands the principle of promoting rice and fighting against rice and hatred.

"According to this, when the time comes, eldest sister and her family will come over by themselves?" Cao Lili said at this time, "Then, won't they live with us?"

"Yes, that's right." Cao Zhiqiang nodded.

"Fortunately, fortunately." Qiao Simei suddenly said.

"Fortunately?" Cao Zhiqiang asked.

"Fortunately, your eldest sister won't come." Qiao Simei said seriously, "If they come, won't I just stand aside and have no place to live?"

Immediately afterwards, Qiao Simei looked at Cao Lili: "And sister, you don't seem to be familiar with them. If they are here, sister will have a hard time getting along with herself, right?"

"What nonsense are you talking about?" Cao Lili frowned, "Simei, you can't say anything about eldest sister? Hurry up and apologize to me!"

"What I said is the truth." Qiao Simei pouted, "We used to live well, but suddenly a bunch of strangers came here. It would be very uncomfortable."

"Are you itchy again?" Cao Lili glared.

"Okay, okay, forget it." Cao Zhiqiang quickly stopped Cao Lili.

Afterwards, Cao Zhiqiang looked at Qiao Simei, who was pouting unconvinced, and then at Cao Lili, who was speechless, and then suddenly smiled and shook his head.

"Oh, what do I think? I'm being so serious.

Don't worry, although the eldest sister and I are from the same mother and father, she is already married after all.

As the saying goes, the water thrown out by a married woman.

Even though the eldest sister is related to me by blood, she is now his wife after all. Strictly speaking, she is already a member of the Xia family and cannot be counted as a member of my Cao family.

From this point of view, even if they really come here, they will not like to live with us, which will make them feel like they are dependent on others and will cause all kinds of inconveniences."

Speaking of this, Cao Zhiqiang sighed, and then continued: "To be honest, after I went to the south to meet my sister this time, I found that I no longer have anything in common with her, and there is a huge gap between us in all aspects.

If my brother-in-law hadn't really gotten sick, it would be difficult to cure him there. My sister's family would be having a hard time, and I would feel pity for them. Besides, we are siblings after all, and we are related by blood. They really want to return to the capital.

, and if I had the ability to help, I wouldn’t want to bring them back.

All in all, I went to visit relatives this time just because I am not short of money now and have the ability, so I wanted to do something for my dead parents.

After all, before my mother died, she kept talking about her sister. As a result, she never saw her face until she died, which was a pity.

My sister and brother-in-law are having a hard time there, and they both want to come back. As my biological brother, since I have the ability to help, there is no reason not to help, right?

But even so, as I said before, even if my sister's family does come to the capital, they can only be regarded as relatives with us. In terms of closeness, my relationship with my sister is far less than my relationship with you.

From now on, even if they come to the capital, they will at most come to visit and the two families will move around each other, but they will not be able to live with us all day long.

Don't say it's inconvenient for us, they will also find it very awkward.

After all, we are already two families, don’t you think?”

Cao Lili smiled slightly: "Okay brother, don't talk about that, we all understand."

Immediately afterwards, Cao Lili turned to look at Qiao Simei: "Simei, what brother said just now, you'd better keep it in my stomach and don't say it out. No one is allowed to say it!

Especially after the eldest sister and her family arrive, you are absolutely not allowed to tell their family what you heard, not even a little bit, or else I will serve you with a rolling pin, do you hear me?"

Qiao Simei shuddered subconsciously, then hurriedly ran behind Cao Zhiqiang and said aggrievedly: "Brother Cao, you have to make the decision for me. When you are not here, my sister always beats me, and she beats me for every little thing, and she uses

Such a thick rolling pin hurts!

I'm not lying to you, look, my butt is still red."

At this point, Qiao Simei turned around and wanted to take off her pants to show Cao Zhiqiang.

"No, no, no, no!" Cao Zhiqiang quickly pressed Qiao Simei's hand, "You don't have to look at it, I believe in you, I absolutely believe in you."

"Okay!" Qiao Simei said immediately, "Brother Cao, since you believe me, tell my sister now that she is not allowed to hit me in the future! Also, if you want to help me beat her, you have to beat her back for me.

, take revenge for me!”

Cao Zhiqiang smiled bitterly: "Simei, my brother can't do this request of yours!"

"How come you can't do it?" Qiao Simei frowned and said, "You are so big and my sister is so young. Isn't it just like playing for you to beat her?"

Cao Zhiqiang smiled and explained: "Simei, you have been here for a while, so you should know that in this family, your sister has the final say in all matters at home.

Especially when it comes to your education, even I have to listen to her, so it's useless for you to complain to me.

Furthermore, I know Lili well. She has always been reasonable and would not hit anyone randomly.

Since she hit you, you must have done something wrong. Can't you just not make a mistake next time?"

Qiao Simei frowned and looked at Cao Zhiqiang with great dissatisfaction: "Brother Cao, you can't be so partial!

Don’t forget, my sister is just your sister, and I will be your wife in the future!

According to what you just said, my sister will get married sooner or later, and we are a real family!

Anyway, I don’t care, I’m so angry right now, you have to avenge me!”

"Oops!" Cao Zhiqiang suddenly stood up and interrupted Qiao Simei's coquettish complaint, "Speaking of which, I'm really tired from the journey, so I went to wash up and go to bed. I still have a lot of things to do tomorrow.

As for the conflict between you two, you should resolve it internally.

Dear sisters, how can we have an overnight feud?

I'm a grown man, so I won't get involved.

Okay, that’s it!”

After saying that, Cao Zhiqiang ran to the bathroom.

Seeing Cao Zhiqiang suddenly running away, Qiao Simei quickly shouted: "Brother Cao, don't run away, you have to make the decision for me."

"Stop shouting, there's no point in shouting." Cao Lili folded her arms and stared at Qiao Simei sideways, "Now that you've grown up, you know how to file a complaint? It seems that the beating last time was lighter.

You stand here, don't go away, I'll get the rolling pin, and then I'll have a good talk with you."

Having said this, Cao Lili put down her arms and walked towards the kitchen.

"No, no, sister." Qiao Simei kept backing away with a smile, "I, I, I was just joking!"

After saying that, Qiao Simei suddenly shouted "Ah" and immediately ran to her bedroom.

After running back to his room, Qiao Simei slammed the door and locked it behind him.

Seeing Qiao Simei running back to her room, Cao Lili stopped, looked at Qiao Simei's room door and shook her head: "What a child."

After saying this sentence, Cao Lili looked at the bathroom door where Cao Zhiqiang was located again, suddenly smiled sweetly, and said in a voice that only she could hear: "Thank you, brother!"