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"Zhou Dong, there is something we need to talk to you about." Liu Haizhong said.

Zhou Dong nodded, invited them into the house and poured them tea.

Yi Zhonghai said, "Zhou Dong, everyone has different opinions about Banggeng. We know you are doing this for the good of everyone, but this matter was handled too hastily and may cause dissatisfaction among some neighbors."

Zhou Dong frowned, feeling somewhat puzzled. "Uncle Liu, Uncle Yi, are you saying that the neighbors are dissatisfied with my decision?"

Liu Haizhong sighed, "Yes, everyone thinks that although Bang Geng is naughty, he is not serious enough to be sent to a juvenile detention center. This incident may affect your image in everyone's mind."

Zhou Dong nodded and thought to himself. Although his starting point was good, he ignored the feelings of his neighbors, which was indeed his mistake.

"Uncle Liu, Uncle Yi, thank you for your reminder." Zhou Dong said sincerely, "I will think about it carefully and try my best to make up for this mistake."

Yi Zhonghai patted Zhou Dong on the shoulder and said, "Little Zhou Dong, everyone knows that you are a good person, but this matter was a little sudden. We believe that you will handle it well."

After seeing off Liu Haizhong and Yi Zhonghai, Zhou Dong stood at the door, looking at every corner of the courtyard, and secretly made up his mind to find a compromise that everyone could accept.

In the following days, Zhou Dong continued to run his shop and actively communicated with his neighbors to understand their ideas and opinions. He realized that only by truly listening to everyone's voice could he find the most appropriate solution.

One day, Zhou Dong was busy in the store when he suddenly saw Qin Huairu and Jia Dongxu walk in with complicated expressions.

"Sister Qin, Brother Dongxu, is there anything wrong?" Zhou Dong asked with concern.

Qin Huairu hesitated for a moment, and finally said, "Zhou Dong, we know you are doing this for Bang Geng's own good, but we really hope he can go home. We are really worried about his time in the juvenile detention center."

Jia Dongxu also said: "Zhou Dong, we have already reflected on our own education problems and really don't want Banggeng to suffer any more."

Zhou Dong looked at them and was a little shaken. He knew that the environment of the juvenile detention center might have some negative effects on Bang Geng, and his original purpose was to make Bang Geng reflect, not to make him suffer.

"Sister Qin, Brother Dongxu, I understand how you feel." Zhou Dong said sincerely, "I will discuss with the people in the street office to see if Banggeng can go home early. But you must also promise to discipline him well in the future."

Qin Huairu and Jia Dongxu nodded repeatedly, their faces full of gratitude, "Zhou Dong, we will definitely do it, thank you."

Zhou Dong secretly decided in his heart that he would go to see Director Li today to see if he could find a more suitable solution.

In the afternoon, Zhou Dong came to the subdistrict office and found Director Li. Director Li saw him and said with a smile: "Zhou Dong, what's the matter?"

Zhou Dong got straight to the point and said, "Director Li, I want to discuss the Banggeng issue with you."

Director Li nodded. "What's wrong? Is there any problem with Banggeng in Juvenile Justice?"

Zhou Dong shook his head. "No, Director Li, I mean that Banggeng is still young, and the environment in the juvenile detention center may not be suitable for him. I want to ask if he can go home early, but the prerequisite is that his family must guarantee to discipline him well."

Director Li thought for a moment and said, "Zhou Dong, I understand your idea. But we also have to consider the peace of the community. Can you guarantee that Banggeng will not make mistakes again after returning home?"

Zhou Dong nodded. "Director Li, I will sign an agreement with their family to ensure that Banggeng will not make any more mistakes. If there are any problems again, I will be personally responsible."

Director Li was silent for a moment, and finally said: "Okay, Zhou Dong, since you said so, I will give them another chance. But you also have to understand that this time I am doing it for your sake. If there is a similar situation again, we will not be lenient again."

Zhou Dong said gratefully: "Thank you, Director Li, I will definitely take responsibility to the end."

After returning to the courtyard, Zhou Dong immediately went to find Qin Huairu and Jia Dongxu and told them the good news. Qin Huairu was so excited that tears came out, "Zhou Dong, thank you so much!"

Jia Dongxu also nodded repeatedly, "Zhou Dong, we will never let you down again."

Zhou Dong smiled and said, "Sister Qin, Brother Dongxu, Banggeng's return is the result of everyone's joint efforts. I hope he can correct his mistakes in the future and become a sensible child."

A few days later, Banggeng finally returned home from the juvenile detention center. Qin Huairu and Jia Dongxu were full of gratitude to Zhou Dong, and the neighbors also expressed their understanding and support.

After returning home, Banggeng became much more sensible. He knew that this was the result of the joint efforts of Zhou Dong and his family, and he could not let everyone down again.

Zhou Dong accepted 30 yuan from the other party before deciding to withdraw the report.

Zhou Dong looked at the Jia family, his complex emotions surging. He knew that Bang Geng's behavior was not just a simple mischief, but a threat to the order of the entire courtyard and the harmony of the neighbors. Although Qin Huairu and Jia Dongxu showed remorse, Zhou Dong needed a stronger guarantee to ensure that Bang Geng would not do it again.

"Sister Qin, Brother Dongxu, I understand your difficulties and I don't want to make a big deal out of it." Zhou Dong said after thinking for a moment, "But, in order to ensure that similar things don't happen again in the future, I need a guarantee from you."

Qin Huairu said anxiously: "Zhou Dong, we will definitely discipline Bang Geng and never let him cause trouble again."

Jia Dongxu also echoed: "Yes, Zhou Dong, we have deeply reflected on our education problems and will never let you down again."

Zhou Dong nodded, turned around and took out an agreement from the cabinet and handed it to them. "This is the agreement I drafted after discussing with the Street Office. When you sign this agreement, you promise to discipline Bang Geng properly in the future. If something like this happens again, you will bear full responsibility."

Qin Huairu took the agreement and read it carefully, and found that the content was very detailed, including the behavioral restrictions on Banggeng and the punishment measures if he committed the same offense again. She took a deep breath, picked up the pen and signed.

Jia Dongxu also signed, then looked at Zhou Dong and said sincerely: "Zhou Dong, thank you for giving us this opportunity. We will never let you down again."

Zhou Dong nodded and put the agreement away. "In that case, I will go to the street office to withdraw the report and let Banggeng go home."

At this moment, Jia Zhang suddenly interrupted and said, "Zhou Dong, if this agreement is signed, our family will have to pay a lot of price. You have to have an explanation for withdrawing the report you mentioned."

Zhou Dong frowned, looked at Jia Zhang, and said in a cold tone: "Aunt Zhang, I have been fighting for opportunities for Bang Geng, and your family must also work hard for him. This is fair."

Jia Zhang was not willing to give in. "Zhou Dong, do you mean that our family signed this agreement for nothing? You know, our family is not rich to begin with, and the responsibility after signing this agreement is too great."

Qin Huairu saw this and quickly pulled Jia Zhangshi, "Mom, stop talking, Zhou Dong has been very helpful."

Jia Zhang still refused to give up and continued to shout: "No, we can sign the agreement, but our family also needs some protection. This matter has been going on for so long, and our family has suffered a lot of losses."

Zhou Dong took a deep breath. He knew that Jia Zhang was a difficult person, but in order to avoid escalating the conflict, he decided to take a step back. "Aunt Zhang, what do you mean?"

Jia Zhang rolled her eyes and said, "Our family can sign the agreement, but you have to give us some financial compensation."

Zhou Dong frowned slightly, "Compensation? Bang Geng's behavior has already affected the neighbors in the yard. Do I have to compensate you?"

Jia Zhang sneered, "Humph, Zhou Dong, if you withdraw your report, you have to consider the cost of the juvenile detention center and our family's losses, right?"

Zhou Dong was furious, but he knew that he had to find a balance. He pondered for a moment and finally said, "Okay, Aunt Zhang, I can compensate you with some money, but this money is not for you, but for Banggeng's future correction."

Seeing Zhou Dong give in, Jia Zhang's eyes flashed with pride, "Okay, I think this sounds good to me."

Zhou Dong returned to the house, took out thirty yuan and handed it to Jia Zhang, "This is a small gift from me. I hope Bang Geng can truly correct his behavior."

Jia Zhang took the money and showed a satisfied smile on her face, "That's about right."

Qin Huairu and Jia Dongxu looked at each other, their hearts filled with gratitude and apology, "Zhou Dong, thank you so much."

Zhou Dong smiled faintly, "You're welcome. We are all neighbors, and we should help each other. But please remember, this is for Banggeng's own good. You must discipline him well in the future."

A few days later, Zhou Dong came to the subdistrict office with the agreement and the application to withdraw the report. Director Li looked at the agreement and nodded with satisfaction, "Zhou Dong, your idea is good. It not only gives them a chance to correct their behavior, but also ensures the harmony of the community."

Zhou Dong smiled and said, "Director Li, don't worry, I will continue to pay attention to their family's situation and make sure Bang Geng is truly corrected."

Director Li nodded. "Okay, we will keep a close eye on it. Banggeng's return home also gives them a chance to correct their mistakes."

Zhou Dong finally breathed a sigh of relief after completing the formalities. He knew that this decision was not only for Banggeng, but also for the peace of the entire courtyard.

After returning home, Banggeng became much more sensible. He knew that this opportunity was hard-won and he could not let everyone down.

One day, Zhou Dong was busy in the store when he suddenly saw Bang Geng walking in with a bouquet of flowers in his hand.

"Uncle Zhou Dong, these are the flowers I give you. Thank you for letting me go home." There was a hint of shyness on Bang Geng's face, but his eyes were full of sincerity.

Zhou Dong was stunned for a moment, then smiled and took the flowers. "Bang Geng, you have changed a lot. This is good."

Bang Geng nodded and said, "I know I was wrong before. I will study hard and be a good boy in the future."