Zhou Dong patted him on the shoulder and said, "Very good, Bang Geng, remember the promise you made today and work hard in the future."

Bang Geng nodded heavily, turned around and ran out.

Zhou Dong felt relieved as he watched him walk away. He knew that his efforts were not in vain, and Banggeng finally understood the meaning of growth.

In the following days, life in the courtyard gradually returned to normal. Zhou Dong continued to be busy with the business of the store, and at the same time, he paid more attention to the relationship between neighbors. He knew that only when everyone helped each other could harmony be truly achieved.

One evening, Zhou Dong was about to close the shop when he heard laughter outside the door. He walked out and saw neighbors cooking together in the yard, and the atmosphere was very lively.

Qin Huairu saw Zhou Dong and greeted him with a smile: "Zhou Dong, come and have dinner together."

Zhou Dong smiled and nodded, "Okay, what's delicious today?"

Jia Dongxu smiled and said, "We are all making dumplings together today, you can't be absent."

Zhou Dong walked over and joined in making dumplings. Everyone was talking and laughing, and the atmosphere was very warm.

Jia Zhang looked at Zhou Dong and suddenly said, "Zhou Dong, I was wrong in the past. Today, I apologize to you in front of everyone."

Zhou Dong was slightly stunned, then smiled and said: "Aunt Zhang, let's not talk about the past anymore. The most important thing is that we are all in harmony."

Jia Zhang nodded, "Okay, Zhou Dong, you are a kind-hearted person, I admire you."

The neighbors nodded in agreement, and everyone made dumplings and chatted together. The whole courtyard was filled with a warm atmosphere.

It was late at night, and everyone finished their meal and gradually dispersed. Zhou Dong returned to his room and lay on the bed, feeling satisfied. He knew that everything he did was for everyone's happiness, and that such a life was truly beautiful.

In the days to come, Zhou Dong will continue to work hard for the harmony of the courtyard and the happiness of the neighbors. He believes that as long as everyone unites, any difficulties can be overcome.

Zhou Dong returned home and slaughtered the hen he had raised for half a year.

Zhou Dong returned home, still thinking about the conversation he had just had with the Jia family. Although the problem of Banggeng was temporarily solved, he knew that this was just the beginning. The neighborhood relationship in the courtyard is a complex web, and every person and every thing will affect the whole. He pushed open the door of the small courtyard and saw the hens that he had raised for more than half a year leisurely foraging in the yard.

"I'll use you to improve the food today." Zhou Dong thought to himself and decided to slaughter the hen today, not only to reward himself, but also to take this opportunity to invite a few neighbors who are on good terms with him to have a meal together and further consolidate the relationship between neighbors.

He took out knives and basins from the kitchen and began to prepare to slaughter the chicken. The hen struggled in Zhou Dong's hands for a while, but soon calmed down. Zhou Dong's movements were skillful and quick, and in a short while, the chicken was cleaned up.

While he was busy, there was a sound of footsteps in the yard. Zhou Dong looked up and saw that it was Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong.

"Zhou Dong, are you in such a good mood today?" Yi Zhonghai said with a smile, "This chicken looks good."

"Yes, we've raised them for half a year. It's a good opportunity to kill them today to improve the food." Zhou Dong wiped his hands and invited them in.

Liu Haizhong said with a smile: "Your chicken looks fat, it must be delicious. We are in for a treat."

"Don't just talk, come and help." Zhou Dong smiled and handed them some tools. "I'm just about to cook a few dishes. You guys can come and help me."

Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong readily agreed, and the three of them chatted while they worked. Zhou Dong thought to himself that if this meal could bring everyone closer together, then today's efforts would be worth it.

"Zhou Dong, there have been a lot of things happening in Siheyuan recently." Liu Haizhong said while cutting vegetables, "You are a kind-hearted person, and everyone can see it."

"Yes, Zhou Dong, you handled the Banggeng incident very well. Although there was some controversy at the beginning, everyone finally understood your intentions." Yi Zhonghai also echoed.

Zhou Dong nodded, "Thank you for your understanding. I am doing this for everyone's good. I hope that the Banggeng incident can serve as a warning so that we can all get along harmoniously in the future."

The three of them worked for a while, and the aroma gradually wafted out of the kitchen. Zhou Dong took out a few bottles of fine wine from his collection and placed them on the table, "Let's have a good meal together today."

"Zhou Dong, this is the chicken you've raised for half a year. We can't eat it for free." Liu Haizhong said with a smile, "I also brought some pickled vegetables from home. Let's try them together later."

Yi Zhonghai also said: "I have a few pieces of bacon at home. Bring them over later and we can have a sumptuous dinner together."

After a while, with the efforts of several people, a sumptuous dinner was ready. Zhou Dong moved the table to the yard, lit the lanterns, and laid out the dishes. People in the courtyard smelled the fragrance and looked out.

Qin Huairu came over with Banggeng and the two children, "Zhou Dong, what delicious food are you making at home?"

Zhou Dong smiled and said, "Sister Qin, come over and eat with us. We slaughtered a chicken today, let's have some fun together."

Qin Huairu was a little embarrassed. "How can I feel embarrassed? You have helped us so much today."

Zhou Dong waved his hand, "We are all neighbors, no need to be polite. Come on, let's all come together."

Jia Zhang also followed. Although there was still some reluctance on her face, she didn't say much.

Soon, the yard became lively, and everyone sat together, enjoying a sumptuous dinner. Zhou Dong poured wine for everyone while chatting with the neighbors.

"Come on, let's have a drink." Zhou Dong raised his glass, "Thank you for your understanding and support. From now on, we must be harmonious in the courtyard, and we can solve any problems together."

Everyone raised their glasses and the yard was filled with laughter.

Jia Dongxu looked at Zhou Dong and said gratefully: "Zhou Dong, today is really thanks to you. Banggeng has become much more sensible after coming back. Our family is really grateful to you."

Zhou Dong smiled and said, "You're welcome, Brother Dongxu. Banggeng is a good kid. As long as he is well disciplined, he will definitely have a bright future."

Liu Haizhong took over the conversation, "Yes, children are always naughty sometimes. The key is that we adults should teach and guide them more."

Yi Zhonghai nodded in agreement, "Zhou Dong is right, neighbors should help each other, so that we can live comfortably."

Bang Geng sat aside, lowered his head, and whispered, "Uncle Zhou Dong, I will never make trouble again. I will study hard and listen to my parents."

Zhou Dong touched his head and said with a smile: "Good boy, uncle believes in you."

After dinner, everyone sat together and chatted, the light of the lanterns in the yard illuminated everyone's smiling faces, and the air was filled with a warm atmosphere.

"Zhou Dong, today's meal is really delicious." Qin Huairu said with a smile, "The chicken is tender and smooth, it's really delicious."

Jia Zhang couldn't help but nodded, "Yes, Zhou Dong, your cooking skills are really good."

Zhou Dong smiled modestly, "As long as everyone likes it. Let's hold more gatherings like this in the future. It will make life more interesting when we eat and chat together."

Liu Haizhong suggested: "Zhou Dong is right, we can take turns hosting in the future and everyone can get together."

Yi Zhonghai also agreed, "It's a good idea. This will deepen the relationship between neighbors."

Everyone nodded in agreement, and the atmosphere became more harmonious.

As the night went on, everyone left. After Zhou Dong saw off the last neighbor, he returned to his hut and felt satisfied. He knew that today's gathering not only gave everyone a delicious meal, but more importantly, it enhanced the relationship between neighbors.

Zhou Dong sat on the bed, thinking back to the day's busyness and harvest, and his heart was full of hope for the future. He knew that as long as everyone worked together, life in the courtyard would get better and better.

The next morning, Zhou Dong just got up and heard laughter coming from the yard. He walked out and saw Banggeng playing with other children, while Qin Huairu and Jia Dongxu were watching with pleased smiles on their faces.

"Uncle Zhou Dong, good morning!" Bang Geng saw Zhou Dong and ran over excitedly to say hello.

"Good morning, Bang Geng." Zhou Dong responded with a smile, "What are your plans for today?"

"I plan to study hard and help my mother with housework in the afternoon." Banggeng said seriously.

Zhou Dong nodded, feeling relieved. "Good kid, you have great ambitions. As long as you work hard, you will have a bright future."

Qin Huairu also came over and said with a smile: "Zhou Dong, the children are very well behaved today, thank you so much."

Zhou Dong waved his hand, "You're welcome. Only if we help each other can we live comfortably."

Jia Zhang also came over to join in the fun and said with a smile: "Zhou Dong, you are such a good man."

Zhou Dong smiled slightly, feeling warm in his heart. He knew that everything he did was for the harmony and happiness of this courtyard.

"Zhou Dong, something happened!" Liu Haizhong said nervously, "Something happened to Yan Bugui's family!"

When Zhou Dong heard this, he immediately put down his work and followed them to Yan Bugui's home. When he got there, he saw Yan Bugui's wife crying, and Yan Bugui lying on the ground with a pale face.

"What's going on?" Zhou Dong asked anxiously.

Yi Zhonghai quickly explained: "Yan Bugui suddenly fainted when he woke up in the morning. We rushed him to the hospital, but his condition is not good now."

Zhou Dong's heart tightened, "Quick, find a doctor!"

They quickly contacted the doctor at the hospital, who quickly arrived at the scene and performed emergency rescue. After some efforts, Yan Bugui finally woke up, but the doctor suggested that he needed to be hospitalized for observation.

Zhou Dong breathed a sigh of relief and said to Yan Bugui

The aroma of Zhou Dong's old hen soup spread throughout the courtyard, and everyone was envious.

Zhou Dong brought the cooked old hen soup to the table. The rich aroma filled the air and spread throughout the courtyard with the wind.

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