Chapter 333 Full of Confidence
"Give me a piece of pork liver." Li Xiangqian said, and glanced around the stall. Seeing some fresh beef and chicken breast on the stall, he thought about it and felt that these could be taken back to make some nutritious dishes.
"Add some beef and chicken breast," Li Xiangqian added, and he thought of making a beef stew and chicken salad, which would be more nutritionally complete.
The vendor skillfully weighed and packed the pork liver, beef and chicken breast for him. Li Xiangqian took it and continued to shop for a while. He also bought some fresh vegetables and fruits, thinking that he would use all these ingredients to make healthy and delicious meals. Li Xiangqian put all the ingredients he bought on the kitchen table and began to plan today's menu. He decided to make a beef stew with stir-fried pork liver, a chicken salad, and finally make egg drop soup with fresh eggs. These dishes are nutritious and simple, suitable for people like him who need to replenish their energy.
Li Xiangqian first cut the beef into large pieces, soaked it in clean water to remove the blood, and then blanched it in hot water to remove impurities. Then, he added oil, sautéed ginger slices, garlic and a few bay leaves together, and then added the beef cubes and stir-fried until the surface of the beef was slightly browned. Then, he added light soy sauce, dark soy sauce and an appropriate amount of clean water, covered the pot, and simmered it over low heat.
While the beef was stewing, Li Xiangqian began to prepare stir-fried pork liver. He cut the pork liver into thin slices, rinsed it with clean water, and set it aside to drain. He also cut the garlic sprouts and onions for later use, heated the oil in the pan, added the pork liver and stir-fried it, then added the garlic sprouts and onion slices, and finally seasoned it before serving. The whole process was simple and skillful, and the pork liver was quickly cooked through at high temperature, tender and delicious.
Next, Li Xiangqian cooked the chicken breast, tore it into thin strips, mixed it with chopped cucumbers and carrots, and drizzled a little olive oil and lemon juice on it, which was refreshing and appetizing. He knew that he usually did not consume enough vegetables and high-quality protein, so such a salad was not only delicious, but also could supplement the nutrients needed by the body.
Finally, he beat the fresh eggs he bought, poured them into boiling water, stirred them into smooth egg drops, sprinkled some chopped green onions and sesame oil, and a simple bowl of egg drop soup was ready.
When Li Xiangqian put a sumptuous meal on the table, he felt a sense of satisfaction. Over the years, he almost put his health in a secondary position, always thinking that as long as he could handle the affairs of the courtyard, it didn't matter what happened to him. But now he understands that without a healthy body, nothing can be achieved.
Sitting at the table, Li Xiangqian slowly enjoyed the nutritious meal he made himself. The beef was stewed to perfection, the pork liver was fresh and tasty, the chicken salad was refreshing and the egg drop soup was warm and delicious. With every bite, he felt his body recovering little by little, and the long-lost feeling of nourishment made him realize how important balance is in life.
After finishing the meal, he felt satisfied. He knew that the relaxation and diet adjustment in the past few days were of great significance to him. It was not only a physical recovery, but also a psychological reorganization. He felt a kind of inner peace and strength, which came from his new understanding and control of life.
Li Xiangqian made up his mind silently that after returning to the courtyard, he would continue to maintain this lifestyle and not neglect his health. After all, he still had many responsibilities to shoulder and many people depended on him. He needed to have enough energy and health to face future challenges.
He Yuzhu is Li Xiangqian's childhood friend. They played together and grew up together. He Yuzhu's family is not rich. His parents are ordinary workers with meager income. He Yuzhu is not good at studying, but he is kind by nature and is willing to help others. Li Xiangqian always encourages him and tells him that everyone has his own talents. As long as he finds the path that suits him, the future will be bright.
In the courtyard, Li Xiangqian is regarded as a "good student" by his neighbors, with excellent grades and a bright future. However, He Yuzhu is often blamed for his poor academic performance, which makes him very sad. Li Xiangqian saw his friend's predicament and decided to help him find his own direction. After school every day, Li Xiangqian would take time to tutor He Yuzhu and help him with his homework. Gradually, He Yuzhu's grades improved a little, but they were still far from being excellent.
One day, Li Xiangqian noticed that He Yuzhu was very interested in machinery. As long as it was something related to machinery, whether it was a toy car or an appliance at home, He Yuzhu would always take it apart and study it with great interest. Li Xiangqian suddenly had an idea, maybe this was He Yuzhu's talent. So he began to encourage He Yuzhu to read more books and learn more about machinery, and accompanied him to do some small experiments.
As time went by, He Yuzhu's talent in mechanics gradually emerged. He could easily repair various electrical appliances at home and even make some simple mechanical devices by himself. This gave him confidence in himself and made his neighbors look at him with new eyes. Li Xiangqian was very pleased to see his friend gradually find his direction.
After graduating from high school, Li Xiangqian was admitted to a famous university to pursue his dream. He Yuzhu chose a vocational and technical school to major in mechanical engineering. Although they chose different paths, their friendship remained the same. During every holiday, Li Xiangqian would return to the courtyard to share his experiences and learning experiences with He Yuzhu.
During his college years, Li Xiangqian not only had excellent academic performance, but also actively participated in various social activities and accumulated rich experience. He won a startup fund in a youth entrepreneurship competition, which gave him the idea of starting his own technology company. He thought of He Yuzhu and invited him to start a business together, using his mechanical talent and his own management skills to create a future for them together.
He Yuzhu readily agreed, and the two hit it off. They rented a small warehouse near the courtyard as their entrepreneurial base. At first, the road to entrepreneurship was not smooth, with a shortage of funds and few orders, but they did not give up. Li Xiangqian used his knowledge and connections to continuously find new development opportunities for the company, while He Yuzhu immersed himself in research and continuously improved the quality and performance of the products.
Hard work pays off. Their company has gradually gained a firm foothold in the market, and their products have been recognized by customers. As the company grows, they never forget to give back to society, actively participate in charity activities, and help more people in need. The story of Li Xiangqian and He Yuzhu has also become a good story in the courtyard, inspiring countless young people to pursue their dreams.
