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People in the courtyard heard Yi Zhonghai and Yan Bugui arguing.

People just listened to their argument from outside; no one had any intention of going up to break it up.

The three old men have been arguing and making peace countless times.

Nothing surprising.

Once the argument was no longer audible, the crowd dispersed.

Unlike others, Liu Haizhong went into Yi Zhonghai's room after learning that the two had quarreled.

"Why are you two arguing again?"

Yi Zhonghai snorted and sat down to the side, ignoring Liu Haizhong.

Yan Bugui, on the other hand, grabbed Liu Haizhong and started complaining.

"Old Liu, you be the judge. I just told him that Bang Geng bought something and gave it to Xu Damao, and then Xu Damao gave it to Old Li."

He got angry at me, why should he?

Liu Haizhong remained as foolish as ever, directly asking Yi Zhonghai, "Old Yi, why is that?"

Yi Zhonghai was unwilling to talk about this and said directly, "I said his son was unfilial and told him to discipline his son. Was that wrong?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Haizhong realized that it made sense.

Compared to the Liu family's children, Yan Bugui's children were indeed less filial.

"Old Yan, Old Yi has a point. You really should keep an eye on the kids at home."

Look at me, my three sons are all incredibly filial.

With just one sentence, he offended both Yi Zhonghai and Yan Bugui.

What they both disliked hearing most was about their son being unfilial.

In an instant, the two reached a tacit understanding.

"Old Liu, don't talk about us. Do you think your son will be filial just because he's around?"
They're after the money in your hand.

If you run out of money, see if they'll be filial.

"Exactly. Their motives for being filial to you were never pure."

Just you wait and see, none of your three children will be filial.

The bangs hairstyle is trending.

He kindly came to mediate the fight. Not only did these two not appreciate it, but they even mocked him.

"You two are really sick. I was trying to give you some advice out of kindness, why are you targeting me?"

They said my son was unfilial.

I'm telling you, my son Guangqi is bringing the kids over tomorrow.

Yi Zhonghai and Yan Bugui responded to him with disdain.

Liu Haizhong returned home angrily and said to his second aunt, "Prepare more good dishes tomorrow so our family can have a proper reunion."

Seeing that he was not in a good mood, his second aunt asked, "What's wrong? Who made you angry again?"

Liu Haizhong then recounted what had just happened, and added, "Those two are truly like dogs biting Lü Dongbin, not recognizing a kind heart."

His second aunt could only comfort him: "Why do you care about the two of them?"

Since they have no son to support them in their old age, they can't stand seeing others living well.

They're just jealous that you have a son to support you in your old age.

Upon hearing this, Liu Haizhong was pleased: "You're right."

Old Yan has many sons, but he doesn't know how to teach them.

It's already so late, and his children haven't even mentioned coming to see him.

I won't go into Lao Yi's story.

He's stubborn and insists on believing the Jia family is the right one.

If he had chosen that kid Miao Jianye back then, he'd be living a much happier life now.

The second aunt shook her head: "If he wants to choose someone, that person has to be willing too."

I feel sorry for Lao Miao right now.

He suffered his whole life, and before he could even enjoy life, he was gone.

Liu Haizhong seemed a little reluctant to hear this.

Although he argued with Yi Zhonghai, their positions and interests remained aligned.

Their decades-long brotherhood couldn't just disappear overnight.

They haven't forgotten about Yi Zhonghai's retirement, especially regarding his old age.

He still remembered this kindness.

"Alright, let's stop talking about that. Don't forget to prepare something nice for the Guangtian family tomorrow."

The second aunt stopped talking and asked, "Where are Guangtian and Guangfu at home?"

Liu Haizhong thought for a moment and said, "Let them come too."

When Liu Guangtian and his wife returned, Liu Haizhong asked them to bring their child back with them. The next day, Liu Guangqi brought his wife and child to the courtyard house.

The first thing we did after entering the courtyard was to go to Li Dagen's house.

"Uncle Li, Aunt Li, it's Chinese New Year, I've come to visit you."

To be honest, Li Dagen was unwilling to accept Liu Guangqi's good intentions.

But if he directly refused his neighbors, it would be too disrespectful.

The couple had no choice but to accept Liu Guangqi's offer.

Liu Guangqi's purpose was certainly not to actually deliver gifts.

His purpose was to see Li Pan.

"Uncle Li, when will Director Li be back?"

Li Dagen didn't hide anything and said directly, "She said she would come today. But she's quite busy, I don't know if she can make it."

Liu Guangqi was even happier to hear that.

He came here today not to see Liu Haizhong, but to run into Li Pan.

"Then I'll go see my parents first, and then come over later."

As soon as I left the Li family's house, I ran into Yan Bugui, who was staring at me longingly.

Yan Bugui watched Liu Guangqi and his wife carrying things into the Li family's house, and he was already extremely envious.

He felt that since Liu Guangqi had visited the Li family, it should be his turn next.

"Guangqi, we've come to see your parents."

Liu Guangqi took out a cigarette and offered one to Yan Bugui: "Yes, Third Uncle, you're busy, I'm going home."

Yan Bugui was delighted when he accepted the cigarette, but his face darkened as he watched Liu Guangqi leave.

He always felt that the way people in the courtyard were looking at him was abnormal.

Yan Bugui snorted and went home.

The three women naturally saw this scene as well, and were very dissatisfied with Liu Guangqi.

"Guangqi is so old, how can he be so immature?"

Yan Bugui sighed: "Stop talking. Didn't you hear me?"

Li Dagen's daughter will come to see him later.

Other people's children know to visit their parents, but what about our little rascals?

The three women sighed helplessly, unable to say anything.

Other people's children at least come back, but their children show no sign of returning.

Before long, the outside became lively again. Li Pan and his wife drove to the courtyard house.

Everyone else in the courtyard went to join in the fun, but Yan Bugui did not go.

Everyone else's children came to visit their parents, but his child didn't. How could he face his neighbors?

"Old woman, go and call Jie Cheng over here for me."

The third aunt and Yan Bugui were of the same mind and understood Yan Bugui's plan, so she went to call Yan Jiecheng over.

Yan Jiecheng said impatiently, "Dad, what do you want Mom to call me for?"

Yan Bugui stared at Yan Jiecheng: "What are your thoughts after watching the commotion across the street?"

Yan Jiecheng easily guessed Yan Bugui's thoughts and deliberately said something else.

"What else could you possibly think? Being an official is great; look at the car they drive."

Now I understand why my second uncle loved being a leader so much.

Yan Bugui knew his son too well. He understood that Yan Jiecheng had guessed his thoughts, and he was even more angry that Yan Jiecheng didn't respond.

"Everyone else comes to visit their parents, don't you feel anything at all?"

Yan Jiecheng understood that Yan Bugui had seen through his thoughts, and said directly, "Our family is different from other families."

Dad, even if you wanted us to come see you, you couldn't tell me.

I live right here in the courtyard; there's no need for all that formality.

You should go find the three who are liberated.

Yan Bugui snorted: "Don't forget, we've already separated."

Since you live in the courtyard, you should come and visit me.

Also, go find your younger brother and sister and tell them that if they don't come, your mother and I will go to their workplace on New Year's Eve.

Yan Jiecheng wanted to argue his case, but Yan Bugui didn't give him a chance to speak.

"Don't give me excuses, I won't listen to your reasons."

If you don't notify them, they'll come looking for you.

"You're being shameless," Yan Jiecheng said angrily.

Although he was dissatisfied, he had no choice but to agree. (End of Chapter)