Courtyard House: Starting with a 28-inch motorcycle

Someone like her, once sent back to her hometown, would probably never be able to set foot in the town again in her lifetime without a certificate.

After packing her things, Jia Zhangshi dawdled and refused to leave the courtyard, turning back every few steps, stubbornly refusing to go out. But the neighborhood committee staff outside were urging her on, and even the militiamen had arrived, so she had no choice but to move.

Just before leaving, He Yuzhu also went out the door, leaning against the doorway slowly cracking melon seeds. He glanced at Jia Zhangshi, and his lips curled up in a mocking smile.

When Jia Zhangshi saw him, her eyes almost spit fire.

But He Yuzhu wasn't intimidated at all. He laughed as he ate, "From now on, just stay rotten in the countryside. You deserved to mess with the He family!"

Only after the person had walked away did he pat his pants, turn around, and go back into the house.

With the door closed, I could finally calm down and observe the changes in the system.

"system!"

[Proficiency System]

[Host: He Yuzhu]

【技能：厨艺（一级：1600000/1600000）、家务（五级：800/800）、俄语（五级：800/800）、英语（五级：800/800）、钓鱼（五级：800/800）、形意拳（五级：800/800）、木工（五级：800/800）、医术（五级：800/800）、农学（五级：800/800）、太极拳（五级：800/800）、机械维修（五级：800/800）、围棋（五级：800/800）、八极拳（五级：800/800）、八卦掌（五级：800/800）、电工（四级：24/800）、机械设计（五级：800/800）、按摩（五级：800/800）、古董鉴赏（二级：30/200）、射击（五级：800/800）】

[Vitality Acceleration Space: 102400×102400×102400 cubic meters]

Antique appreciation is a new skill he recently acquired, while the Vitality Acceleration Space has quietly unlocked a new function—precise control.

"It can be controlled at will? Will it evolve into something that seamlessly integrates with reality? If that's the case, how many skills would I need to master to reach the top? Will I end up becoming an omniscient and omnipotent being?"

This area, spanning over a hundred kilometers in length, width, and height, is now completely under his command. With a thought, the zoning is completed—ginseng is planted here, cordyceps is cultivated there, the layout is orderly.

Wherever the thought settles, everything changes instantly, and everything is tidy up in the blink of an eye.

"The growth rate has also increased significantly. Crucially, things won't spoil in this space no matter how long they're stored... Hundred-year-old ginseng and thousand-year-old Ganoderma lucidum are no longer a dream!"

After pondering for a while, He Yuzhu logged out of the system.

With Jia Zhangshi gone and Yi Zhonghai nowhere to be seen, the courtyard became much quieter.

The air felt lighter, and He Yuzhu felt that he could finally catch his breath.

Sure enough, if he wanted to live peacefully in this courtyard, he had to get rid of all those irrelevant people first. He Yuzhu had already planned it out in his mind: just like in his previous life, he would take over this courtyard completely.

A three-courtyard house is rare enough, but this one is located in a prime location like Nanluoguxiang. If we take over the two houses on the left and right, it's not a dream to turn it into a private estate.

Owning an entire estate in Beijing? It sounds like bragging now, but He Yuzhu knows that the opportunity will come sooner or later.

In the afternoon, he carried a bunch of fresh ingredients and headed straight to the Lou family's house with his sister He Yushui.

It's Sunday today. This morning, he witnessed Jia Zhangshi slinking back to her hometown in disgrace, which put him in a great mood and made him incredibly hungry. Tonight, he's going to the Lou family's house to cook, and he'll be able to eat at least three extra bowls of food.

As soon as he arrived at the Lou family's door, Lou's parents immediately came out to greet him with smiles on their faces. With his superb cooking skills alone, He Yuzhu was a guest of honor wherever he went—especially since he was their son-in-law.

Lunch was over, so he could only save his energy for that amazing dinner.

As soon as He Yushui entered, Lou Xiao'e dragged him into the room and they chattered on and on. He Yuzhu had originally wanted to take the opportunity to test his masterful massage skills, but he failed and was slightly disappointed. In the end, he was pulled into the study by Lou's father to play a few games of chess with him.

"Zhu Zi, you're leaving for Hong Kong Island next month. I've taken care of the tickets and paperwork for you. We'll take the train south first, and then transfer to a ferry."

As he slowly placed his pieces, Lou's father pondered for a moment before speaking.

"By the way, it's my first time going back, I'll probably stay for a few months. Have you made arrangements for Yushui here? How about letting her stay with my wife and Xiao'e?"

"Dad, that place is too far from her school. It takes an hour to cycle there, which is inconvenient." Before He Yuzhu finished speaking, his finger had already dropped a black stone with a snap.

His Go skills were already at their peak, and for every move his father made, he could instantly deduce dozens or even hundreds of possible outcomes.

"I plan to ask one of the section chiefs in our factory to look after her. Her home is only a few hundred meters from the school, a ten-minute walk."

"That Section Chief Bai is like an adopted sister to me. Her father works in the Ministry of Health, and her two brothers are also in the system. I've cooked for her family before, and I even asked them to procure a batch of medicinal herbs for me..."

He paused, then said casually, "The washing machine blueprints we recently submitted have already started construction on the factory. I recommended Sister Bai as the deputy factory manager. She'll definitely have to give me face."

These words sounded casual, but they actually contained a hidden meaning—he was clearly using a promotion as a bargaining chip to get someone to help take care of his younger sister.

Upon hearing this, Mr. Lou understood immediately and nodded, saying, "Yes, you've thought of everything. It's indeed inconvenient here; there isn't even a junior high school..."

Should we let He Yushui move in? She's just a little girl who can't even ride a bike. Who could stand the four-hour round trip every day?

Transferring schools is even more impossible; there are no middle schools nearby, only high schools.

"Zhu Zi, what are your plans once you get to Hong Kong Island?" Lou's father asked.

"Besides helping you set up the traditional Chinese medicine shop, I also want to open a martial arts school next to the shop."

He Yuzhu paused slightly before continuing. He had been studying the situation in Hong Kong a lot these past few days. It was a mixed bag of people, and if Lou's father, an outsider businessman, were to make his business too big, it was inevitable that some people would become envious and try to take action.

Opening a martial arts school allows him to operate legally and flex his muscles. With his current strength, he wouldn't flinch even if a tank drove into the city center.

Only in this way can we deter those wicked villains.

Upon hearing this, Lou's father nodded repeatedly: "Zhu Zi, that's a good idea, but you need to have..."

He stopped before he could finish speaking. He wasn't naive; back in the day, martial arts schools were everywhere in Beijing, and two of his bodyguards were from those schools. But martial arts schools weren't restaurants; they relied on real skills.

"Dad, don't worry." He Yuzhu's lips curled up slightly, full of confidence. "I've never met any martial arts masters in Hong Kong, but even if you give them two guns, I can still take them down."

As he spoke, he took out a pebble from his pocket and gently pinched it in front of Lou's father—with a snap, the stone instantly turned into fragments that fell to the ground.

Lou's father stared wide-eyed at the pile of rubble, speechless for a long time: "Zhu Zi, what...what..."

"I've been practicing martial arts for many years, and I've studied under several masters. Plus, I've been taking medicinal wine to nourish myself all year round, so I have a certain foundation." He Yuzhu said calmly, making up a story on the spot. "My masters used to say that if I had been born a few decades earlier, I would have been the number one martial arts master in Beijing, and no one would have dared to challenge me."

Mr. Lou took a deep breath, slammed his hand on the table, and stood up: "Zhu Zi, you're truly capable! Hong Kong is counting on you!"

Lou's father shook his head and clicked his tongue in amazement. The more he interacted with He Yuzhu, the more unfathomable the boy seemed.

I recently heard that he not only understands mechanical design, but he also has some medical skills—last time, when Lou's mother had insomnia, he diagnosed the cause of the illness with just one glance, and after two doses of medicine, she slept better than anyone else.

When they decided to take him as their son-in-law, Lou's father felt that his family was marrying down. After all, even a fallen camel is bigger than a horse, and the Lou family, even if they keep a low profile now, still has a net worth of at least a million.

But looking at it now, it's clear that the Lou family got a treasure.

If it weren't for the current climate where it's not good for individuals to stand out, He Yuzhu would have made a name for himself long ago, and his family's wealth might even have caught up with or surpassed that of the Lou family.

That evening, He Yuzhu personally cooked a feast, and the two families enjoyed it immensely. After dinner, he took He Yushui home.

That night, he laid it all out with his sister: he had to go on a long business trip, the duration of which was uncertain and could last for several months, during which time she would have to stay with Bai Danyu temporarily.

He Yushui nodded in agreement after a moment's thought. She knew that her brother's job was special and that he often stayed out all night. In addition, she was already familiar with Bai Danyu, so living together was a natural thing to do.

As soon as the factory leadership meeting ended on Monday, the loudspeaker immediately broadcast a major announcement—Bai Danyu, the head of the personnel department, was officially transferred to the position of deputy director of the washing machine factory!

The news caused a stir at the steel rolling mill. Even more intriguing was that Li Huaide took the opportunity to install his own people in charge of the personnel department; ostensibly a handover, it was actually a swap of interests. And the person who facilitated this connection was none other than He Yuzhu.

The superiors' evaluation of Bai Danyu was spotless; she was highly capable and more than qualified to manage the logistics and personnel of several hundred people.

As for He Yuzhu himself, he also won the title of "Outstanding Representative of National Workers" and received a stack of cash as a reward, which was quite prestigious. Originally, the organization also wanted to promote him to the position of workshop director in the washing machine factory, and he was also expected to be able to take over the position of deputy factory director in the future.

But he declined. The reason was simple—his trip to Hong Kong Island was already on the agenda.

"Zhu Zi, I really have to thank you this time." In the afternoon office, Bai Danyu's eyes were as gentle as spring water as she looked at He Yuzhu and said softly, "If it weren't for your recommendation, I would have had to endure at least another five or six years before I could take this step."

From section chief to deputy director, she rose to the top in one leap. From that moment on, her career path opened up completely.

Having known each other for so long, she always felt indebted to He Yuzhu. She couldn't offer much help, but he always took care of everything at home.

"Sister Bai, I happen to have something I'd like to ask you for help with." He Yuzhu paused, her tone serious. "I'm going on a long trip next month, for at least two or three months, maybe half a year, and I won't have anyone to take care of Yushui. I was thinking... could she stay with you for a while?"

He explained that accommodation was readily available, and meals wouldn't be a problem—just one dinner would suffice. Most importantly, Bai Danyu was a university student with broad experience, and living with her would benefit his studies on rainwater.