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"Hello, listeners! Today is July 1970, 7. Welcome to today's news program..."

Everyone in the hospital was stunned. No one thought that Zhou Dong could actually make such a treasure. Everyone held their breath and listened attentively to the sound coming from the wooden box. After the news report was finished, warm applause broke out in the yard.

"Zhou Dong, you are such a genius!" Qin Huairu's eyes sparkled.

Yan Bugui smiled and patted Zhou Dong on the shoulder, "Zhou Dong, we are so lucky to have you in our hospital."

Brothers Liu Guangtian and Liu Guangfu also praised him, "Brother Zhou Dong, your cooking skills are amazing!"

Zhou Dong smiled shyly, "Don't praise me so much, it's nothing, I just read a lot of books and suddenly had an inspiration in my mind."

Qin Huairu suddenly turned to Yi Zhonghai and said, "Brother Yi, you see, Mr. Zhou is so capable, why don't we let him stay in one more room so that we can listen to the news more often?"

Yi Zhonghai pondered for a moment and nodded, "That's a good idea. Zhou Dong, see if you can make a few more of these devices, so that our hospital can have more fun."

Zhou Dong agreed with a smile, "No problem, I'll make a few more when I have the materials."

That night, Zhou Dong's house became lively. Neighbors gathered in his small house, waiting to listen to the evening news. Zhou Dong was busy debugging the equipment, Qin Huairu took the initiative to help clean up the house, Jia Dongxu brought some snacks, and everyone sat together happily.

The news began, and Zhou Dong's room suddenly became quiet. Everyone listened attentively, and it felt like they were at the center of the universe, and everything seemed within reach.

After the news ended, Qin Huairu smiled and said to Zhou Dong: "Zhou Dong, your house is really magical. It can calm people down."

Zhou Dong smiled and nodded, "I also hope that everyone can have more fun and life will not be so monotonous."

Yan Bugui suddenly suggested, "Zhou Dong, since everyone likes to listen to the news, why don't we set a time to come to your place every day to listen to the news and chat about family matters, how about that?"

Everyone agreed. Although Zhou Dong usually liked to study alone quietly, he readily agreed when he saw everyone's enthusiasm. So, every night during the news time, Zhou Dong's hut became the "news center" of the compound.

As time went by, Zhou Dong's invention became more and more sophisticated. It could not only listen to the news, but also play some recorded programs and even receive long-distance broadcasts. The courtyard in the old city became a well-known "Science and Technology Institute". Everyone came to see Zhou Dong's invention.

Qin Huairu gradually became more dependent on Zhou Dong. She would bring him snacks from time to time and help clean the house. Once, she asked Zhou Dong softly, "Zhou Dong, you are so smart, why don't you apply for college and show your talent on a bigger stage?"

Zhou Dong smiled and shook his head. "Sister Huairu, I think it's great here. We are all together. Although life is simple, it's very happy. I want to continue to stay here and use my inventions to bring more convenience to everyone."

Qin Huairu's eyes flashed with disappointment, but she soon returned to her smile, "Zhou Dong, you are such a good person."

That night, after the news was over and everyone was about to leave, Zhou Dong suddenly said mysteriously, "Everyone, I have a new invention to demonstrate tomorrow night. I guarantee it will open your eyes."

Everyone was curious and asked what it was, but Zhou Dong kept it a secret, "You will know tomorrow."

The next night, Zhou Dong's room was full of people who wanted to see his new invention. Zhou Dong carefully brought out a larger box with a small screen on it. After debugging for a while, a picture appeared on the screen!

"Is this a TV?" Yi Zhonghai exclaimed.

Zhou Dong nodded proudly, "Yes, this is my latest modified TV. Not only can it listen, but it can also watch!"

Everyone was shocked. They didn't expect that Zhou Dong could make a TV in such a simple compound. The screen was showing the evening's news broadcast. Although the picture was a little blurry, everyone was fascinated by it.

Qin Huairu sat next to Zhou Dong and whispered, "Zhou Dong, you are such a genius."

Zhou Dong smiled slightly, "Sister Huairu, I just want to make everyone's life more fun."

Since then, Zhou Dong's house has become a small cinema in the courtyard. Every night, everyone comes here to watch TV and chat. Zhou Dong has also become the most popular person in the courtyard. Everyone is impressed by his intelligence and talent.

However, as time went by, Zhou Dong found that his inner yearning for a wider world was getting stronger and stronger. He began to consider whether he should leave this slum in the old city and see the outside world. Qin Huairu seemed to have noticed Zhou Dong's changes. She asked Zhou Dong about his plans several times, but Zhou Dong always smiled and did not answer.

One night, Zhou Dong suddenly announced to everyone: "Everyone, I have decided to apply for university and see the outside world."

Everyone was in an uproar, and they all urged Zhou Dong to stay. Qin Huairu was even more tearful, "Zhou Dong, if you leave, this place will not be so lively anymore."

Zhou Dong smiled and comforted everyone, "I am just going there to learn, and I will come back later. Moreover, after I learn more knowledge, I will invent more things to make everyone's life better."

Everyone finally understood Zhou Dong's decision and wished him a safe journey. Zhou Dong packed his luggage and embarked on a journey to a bigger stage with everyone's blessings.

Qin Huairu stood at the gate of the courtyard, watching Zhou Dong's back gradually go away, with mixed feelings in her heart. She knew that Zhou Dong was not only the pride of this courtyard, but also the most special person in her heart.

Zhou Dong is gone, and the courtyard is less lively, but everyone's expectations for the future are stronger. Zhou Dong's story has become a legend that will be passed down forever in the courtyard of the old city. Whenever night falls, neighbors get together and can't help but talk about the genius boy who once brought them countless surprises - Zhou Dong.

Zhou Dong's water boiled, and he was so absorbed in listening to the news that the water spilled all over the floor. Qin Huairu helped clean up.

In the slums of the old city, all kinds of stories are played out every day. Among them, the young inventor Zhou Dong is the most special one. He uses his intelligence to bring many unexpected surprises to his neighbors. Since inventing the news listening device and the simple TV, Zhou Dong has become the most popular person in the courtyard.

That evening, Zhou Dong was debugging his equipment in the house, and there was a kettle of water boiling in the house. Zhou Dong was concentrating on adjusting the frequency of the radio, trying to find a clearer channel. At this time, the news program started, and Zhou Dong was attracted by the content of the news and listened attentively, forgetting the boiling water in the house.

"Dear listeners, today we will report the latest international news to you..." The sound of the news echoed in the room. Zhou Dong was so immersed in it that he didn't notice that steam had begun to come out of the kettle on the stove.

Qin Huairu happened to pass by the yard and smelled the burning smell, so she knocked on Zhou Dong's door. "Zhou Dong, Zhou Dong, your water is on!"

Zhou Dong came back to his senses and rushed to the stove in panic. He turned off the fire, but the water had already overflowed. He smiled awkwardly, "Sister Huairu, I'm sorry. I was too engrossed in listening to the news just now."

Qin Huairu smiled and shook her head, "It's okay, I'll help you clean up." She picked up the rag, bent down and began to wipe the water stains on the floor.

Zhou Dong looked at Qin Huairu gratefully, "Sister Huairu, thank you so much. You are always so enthusiastic."

Qin Huairu raised her head and smiled, "What's the big deal? Neighbors should help each other. Besides, your inventions have brought so much fun to our yard. We should all thank you."

Zhou Dong felt warm in his heart. He knew that he could live so comfortably in this compound because of the care of these good neighbors. "Sister Huairu, if you need my help in the future, just let me know. Although I don't have any special skills, I can still help."

Qin Huairu stood up and patted the water stains on her hands, "Okay, I really won't be polite when the time comes."

At this time, Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong also came over. They heard the noise and came over to see what happened.

"Zhou Dong, what new thing are you tinkering with?" Yi Zhonghai asked with a smile.

Zhou Dong wiped the sweat from his forehead and said, "Brother Yi, I'm adjusting the radio so that everyone can hear more clearly."

Liu Haizhong came over to take a look and nodded, "Zhou Dong, you are such a thoughtful person. Our lives are much better with your inventions."

Zhou Dong waved his hand modestly, "As long as everyone likes it, I'm just using my brain, it's no big deal."

Qin Huairu interrupted, "Zhou Dong is always so modest, but in fact, the things he does are all big projects."

As he was talking, Bang Geng ran over, looking excited, "Brother Zhou Dong, Brother Zhou Dong, I heard you came up with something new, let me see it!"

Zhou Dong smiled and said, "Great! Run slowly and don't fall. I'm still debugging the new stuff. I'll show it to you first when it's done."

Bang Geng's eyes sparkled, "Okay, Brother Zhou Dong, I'll be waiting for your good news!"

At this time, Jia Zhang also came out of the house and shouted at the top of her voice: "Banggeng, stop running around outside and come back for dinner!"

Banggeng grumbled, but still ran back to the house obediently. Zhou Dong looked at this scene, feeling a lot of emotion in his heart. Although life has not been easy over the years, having such a group of neighbors around makes him feel that life is full of flavor.

Qin Huairu suddenly turned her head and whispered to Zhou Dong: "Zhou Dong, are you really planning to apply for university?"

Zhou Dong was stunned for a moment, then nodded, "Yes, Sister Huairu, I want to go out and see the world, learn more knowledge, and do more for everyone after I come back."