Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill has more than 30 directly subordinate units.

Don't be fooled by the fact that Director Yang never shows his face; he's busy working behind the scenes!

This person is capable and a doer.

Later, due to the struggle, he was demoted to the workshop, which was a pity.

Using a car to pick up Yang Jianguo suggests that the matter is indeed quite urgent.

Moreover, I'm afraid the location isn't close enough.

"Jianguo, is this person here to pick you up?"

Seeing him come out, the three women went up to him and asked a question.

"Yes, there's an emergency at the factory."

Yang Jianguo nodded, which was considered a greeting.

They got into the car and left the compound.

The courtyard became lively again.

"Jianguo was picked up by a car sent by the leaders. Wow, how impressive!"

"What did I say back then? Jian Guo is destined for great things!"

The second aunt peeked out and shouted at Yang Jianguo's country.

He seemed to want to rush into the house, grab Li Ying's ear, and make her hear clearly.

"Second Aunt, I don't remember you saying that."

Xu Damao suddenly appeared from the backyard, startling the two of them.

"Da Mao, you suddenly appeared out of nowhere, you scared me to death."

Hearing Aunt Er's complaints, Xu Damao didn't respond and continued talking to himself.

"Back then, you said that once a person loses their parents, their life will definitely get worse and worse."

Upon hearing his words, Aunt Er quickly glanced at Yang Jianguo and said, "Da Mao, don't talk nonsense."

"When did I ever say that? You're just making this up. I'm going back to my room to rest now."

Second Aunt dared not stay any longer; who knew what kind of trouble Xu Damao might cause next.

That scoundrel, you'd better stay away!

Seeing that she had slipped away, Xu Damao didn't make a fuss.

He called out to the three women and left.

"Where's Da Mao?" The older woman, who had been cooped up inside for half a day, came out for some fresh air.

I just heard Xu Damao's voice, but now I see he's gone.

Chapter Thirty-Nine: Xu Damao Changes to Blind Dates, a Wise Older Woman

The three women were also puzzled, their eyes fixed on the outer courtyard.

"He's gone. Do you think he's changed his ways?"

Xu Damao was a notorious troublemaker in the courtyard; his mouth was just as sharp as Granny Jia's.

We've already started, so as usual we'd have to shout something a couple of times.

Shame on Second Aunt's face, and let Jian Guo's wife hear it too.

To create chaos and disorder would be the best outcome.

He never cared about harmony.

Ideally, the yard should be noisy and chaotic all the time, with endless arguments.

Having gained the upper hand, they didn't bother with any more trouble—and left?

Moreover, he seems to have been quite well-behaved these past few days.

This is unlike Xu Damao's usual style.

The two middle-aged women stared at each other, both wondering what was going on.

"Is Da Mao hiding something bad?"

Xu Damao harbored malicious intentions, but he had nowhere to use them.

Li Ying wasn't from the compound, and before he could figure out what to do...

The two of them got their marriage certificate, and now if he causes any more trouble...

That would make them mortal enemies!

He was rotten to the core, but if he were to indulge in momentary pleasure, he would become mortal enemies with Yang Jianguo.

Xu Damao felt it wasn't worth it; it would be much better to go back and fool that idiot in the yard.

If the two of them were to start fighting, hey, that would be hilarious!

Moreover, there was something more important to him right now than causing trouble.

He had to find himself a wife, and she had to be better than Yang Jianguo's wife.

He's all alone, yet he managed to find such a wonderful wife.

With that appearance and figure, she had an urban household registration, had gone to school, came from a good family background, and was a full-time employee at a food factory!

Can I be worse than him?

Besides, it was dark when he went out, and Xu Damao was going to the black market.

I'm planning to buy a bicycle voucher to supplement my household savings.

Xu Damao has plenty of money; his salary is no less than Sha Zhu's, and he lives alone.

His parents were saving money for him too; they only had one son, so who else would they give him to?

So, gritting your teeth and buying a bicycle is still a viable option.

Mr. and Mrs. Xu were happy to give him more money.

My son is getting married! What wonderful news!

As for the black market, it's not a scary place.

It's a market that operates at night, but it's more discreet and carries greater risks.

They sell a wider variety of items, and now there are more of them.

It's called the black market.

They named it that because they did business in the dark at night.

Meanwhile, the courtyard fell silent, and a cold wind blew, so the two older women went back inside.

The older woman actually wanted to stay outside a little longer, but the night wind was too much for her.

If they keep blowing like that, they're bound to have a seizure!

Upon entering the room, one could see Old Yi's ashen face.

The old woman sighed inwardly, ignored her, and walked towards the kang (a heated brick bed) as if she hadn't seen her.

The two of them had a little argument earlier, and she's still upset about it!

Or, what about her body?

It's cool at night, so why go outside?

She lay on the kang (a heated brick bed) without making a sound, and the old woman's anger gradually subsided on its own.

Looking at Lao Yi's hunched back again, I felt heartbroken.

Ultimately, it's because I couldn't give him a son or daughter.

Otherwise, why would he scheme like this?

"China Overseas..."

An older woman called out, but then swallowed her words back.

"It's getting late, let's go to sleep!"

Let's not say anything more, lest we start arguing again.

The fact that he had no children was a source of great anxiety for him, and also for his mother.

The only problem is that one of them is constantly thinking about who will take care of them in their old age.

One of them was quite open-minded, saying that no matter what, they couldn't starve to death.

The older woman was thinking that instead of calculating back and forth...

It's better to live peacefully and get along.

Let neighbors help each other out. In this new era, who knows what the future holds!

If neighbors get along well, goodwill will naturally follow.

As long as there is a bond, who wouldn't lend a hand if there are difficulties in the future?

Even if no one helps, we still have our house.

Write a note stating who will carry the coffin, observe mourning, and arrange the burial.

This house belongs to someone.

Friendship alone isn't enough, surely offering a house would be enough?

As for offering sacrifices during festivals and holidays...

Even your own children might not be reliable, so how can you expect something from an outsider?

To be honest, Jian Guo was a kind-hearted person.

Life is much better now, how many times have I been to Da Liu's house?

On the contrary, you're the one who's wasting your time and energy.

Over the years, all the goodwill has been lost.

Back when Yang Jianguo's parents were still alive, they treated you, their old man, quite well.

If you're really counting on them, they handled things perfectly even after they passed away.

How could this child possibly suffer a loss?

But you just can't understand why they always have to test this person and test that person.

Wait, wait, has the enemy arrived?

Hey ~

Now, it seems even Sha Zhu can't be relied on anymore.

Judging from his attitude tonight, this middle-aged woman understood it better than Yi Zhonghai.

Normally, if anyone dared to talk back to Lao Yi like this, would Sha Zhu just stand by and watch?

It had already exploded like a firecracker.

I'll beat you black and blue, and I won't let you off easy with my words either.

But look at Yang Jianguo and his wife today, after they came out.

Did Sha Zhu say anything?

When Jianguo and his wife came back, he turned around and went back into the house.

Old Yi and Jia Zhangshi were left standing in the courtyard, their old faces staring at each other, looking resentful.

Sha Zhu has probably figured something out too.

The older woman is now worried that he'll think too clearly and mistake her kindness for scheming.

At that time, forget about retirement...