Comfortable life in Siheyuan

Nan Yi's home was bustling with activity on this weekend. There was a table full of children, all of whom were following Xixi, the big sister.

Nan Yi and Sha Zhu were busy in the kitchen at the moment. Liu Qingshan would come over and chat whenever he had time, but he didn't do any work anyway.

Ding Qiunan was still chatting with his parents in the room at this time, and Feng Yu and Tian Xiuyun were also there.

"Uncle, aunt, you have suffered a lot over the years!" Tian Xiuyun said.

"We are fine. The main thing is that it's not easy for Nanyi. It's such a long distance and it takes more than a day to go there. He also has to take care of the vegetables there. He has suffered a lot over the years." Father Ding sighed.

"You have a good son-in-law, you should be happy!" Seeing that the two elders were in a low mood, Feng Yu said with a smile.

"Yes, Nan Yi is a great child. Qiunan's mother and I got married late, and Qiunan is our only child. Fortunately, she can find a husband like Nan Yi. Even if her mother and I leave now, we will feel at ease." Father Ding said with emotion.

"Bah, bah, bah! Dad, what nonsense are you talking about? You and my mom have a long life ahead of you, so don't talk about leaving or not in the future." Ding Qiunan hurriedly walked to her father and spoke out to stop him.

"That's right, uncle, your family will have a good life in the future." Tian Xiuyun also said.

"Qiu Nan, our parents have settled the matter this time, and we have also received back pay for these years' wages. The house has also been returned to us. I have discussed this with your mother, and we plan to give you some money. Nan Yi has spent a lot of money on us over the years." Father Ding said in a low voice.

"Dad, we have money. Nan Yi and I both have jobs, and we are both cadres. Our salaries are enough for us to spend. You don't have to worry about us!" Ding Qiunan refused.

In the yard outside the house, Liu Qingshan, who was doing nothing, was standing behind a group of children, watching them play games.

"Xixi, don't run around with your brothers and sisters. You will sweat and then catch a cold." Liu Qingshan shouted loudly.

"Got it." Xixi replied without even raising her head.

Liu Qingshan looked at Xixi, who was like a child leader, and smiled bitterly for a moment.

Among Liu Qingshan's children, Xixi's academic performance is the best, and none of the children in the courtyard disobey her. In addition, Liu Qingshan's family is well-off, and Xixi always has some pocket money on her. She is willing to share good things with other children, and her grandchildren like to play with her.

At noon, there were so many people eating that they had to split into two tables. A group of children sat together around a small table.

Nan Yi even went to the supply and marketing cooperative to buy some drinks.

After the dishes were served, Nan Yi and his wife were the first to stand up.

"I've been wanting to treat you all to a meal for a long time. Everyone has been worried about our family affairs over the years. Today my parents are finally back, and we are reunited as a family. Let me and my wife raise a toast to everyone." The two of them raised their glasses and drank them all.

After putting down the wine glass, before he had time to take a few bites of the food, Mr. and Mrs. Ding picked up their wine glasses again.

In the end, Liu Qingshan didn't remember how many glasses of wine he had drunk. He only knew that it was dark when he woke up.

"Mom, Dad is awake!" Liu Siqi at the door called out as Liu Qingshan just sat up.

"You're awake. Does your head still hurt? I've poured you a glass of water on the table. Drink some if you're thirsty." Feng Yu said with a smile.

"What time is it outside? How long have I slept?" Liu Qingshan asked, rubbing his head.

"It's almost six o'clock. It's time for dinner. If your head doesn't hurt, get up quickly, wash your face and get ready for dinner." Feng Yu turned around and shouted outside, "Xixi, wring a towel for your dad."

"Okay, Mom!"

Xixi moved quickly and brought over the washbasin and towel in a moment.

Liu Qingshan took the towel, wiped himself briefly, and got up from the bed.

On Monday, when I arrived at the steel mill, the result of Xu Damao's punishment had been announced. A group of people gathered there and applauded.

Director Zhou was not so ruthless in the end in Xu Damao's case. The goldfish that were found were ultimately identified as the property left behind by Xu Damao's ex-wife Lou Xiao'e.

Xu Damao was immediately fired. He could no longer stay in the factory and became a temporary worker in a movie theater affiliated with the factory.

Now Xu Damao could no longer act arrogantly at home, and he had no money to eat and drink outside.

At the end of the year, the deaf old lady in the backyard suddenly became ill.

Sha Zhu and his wife could only take turns to ask for leave to come back and take care of the family. As soon as Sha Zhu came back that day, he was called to the backyard by Tian Xiuyun.

"Zhu Zi, the old lady is not doing well. She will probably die in the next few days. Everyone from the street office is here now. The old lady wants you to come over." Tian Xiuyun said to Sha Zhu as they walked.

"Weren't you able to talk in the morning? Why did you do it so suddenly?" Sha Zhu asked helplessly.

"At this age, the old lady's body is already weak. It's time for her to die. This is fate. It's beyond human control," said Tian Xiuyun.

As the two were talking, they arrived at the old lady's room. Looking at the people in the room, Sha Zhu felt uncomfortable.

"Old lady, I'm here. I'll do whatever you say. I'll prepare what you want to eat." Sha Zhu forced a smile and tried to make the old lady happy.

"Zhuzi, you are a good child, and Xiuyun is a good wife. You two must live a good life and take good care of those children." The deaf old lady spoke weakly, and no one could hear her unless they got close to her.

At this time, Director Yang, who was standing nearby, said, "The old lady just told us that she wants to transfer the house under her name to He Yuzhu. Our street has also accepted the registration. You can go with us to complete the formalities later."

"Okay, I'll go with you guys later." Sha Zhu nodded, feeling a little depressed.

"Zhu Zi, your wife wants to eat the braised pork you made. Can you stew it a little softer for her in the evening?" The deaf old lady smiled at Silly Zhu and said weakly.

"Hey! Old lady, I'll go buy you some meat and let you have it tonight." After Sha Zhu said this, his eyes became red. He knew that this might be the old lady's last meal.

Tian Xiuyun continued to take care of him here. Sha Zhu asked Liu Qingshan to buy some meat for him, while he followed the people from the street to go through the formalities.

When Sha Zhu returned to the courtyard, Liu Qingshan also came back from buying meat, sweating profusely.

"Zhu Zi, hurry up, the old lady doesn't have much time left." Liu Qingshan said.

"Hey! I know!"

Sha Zhu took the meat and went into the kitchen, cooking skillfully. After a while, the kitchen was filled with fragrance. He carefully cooked the braised pork, hoping to satisfy the deaf old lady's last wish.

In the evening, the braised pork was served. Sha Zhu helped the deaf old lady up and fed her the meat carefully. The old lady ate very slowly, but her face was filled with a satisfied smile.

After eating, the deaf old lady used up her last bit of strength to hold the hands of Shazhu and Xiuyun, said a few unclear words and passed away. Shazhu and Xiuyun were heartbroken, and the neighbors of the courtyard also came to pay their respects.