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Liu Haizhong nodded and praised: "This tastes really good. Grandma Zhou Dong, your cooking skills are rare in the city."

Yi Zhonghai also smiled and said, "Grandma Zhou Dong, if you have the chance in the future, please teach us city people how to make these delicious country dishes."

Zhou Dong's grandmother smiled and said, "Okay, I will definitely teach you when I have time in the future."

As the night deepened, everyone returned to their homes contentedly after having eaten and drunk their fill. Zhou Dong's grandparents also returned to their own little room, where they sat on the bed and chatted.

"Zhou Dong, grandma is really grateful to you for bringing us to the city. Although life here is busy, it is also fulfilling, and everyone is very nice to us."

Zhou Dong smiled: "Grandma, this is what I should do. As long as you are happy, I will be satisfied."

Grandpa nodded: "Zhou Dong, although we came from the countryside and the conditions are not good, we will try our best not to cause trouble to everyone."

Zhou Dong held his grandparents' hands and said firmly: "Grandpa and grandma, don't worry, everyone has accepted you, and we will live a better life together."

The next morning, Zhou Dong started another busy day. He was debugging the new broadcasting equipment in the yard, preparing to bring more surprises to everyone. Neighbors also gathered around to watch his operation.

"Zhou Dong, what new tricks do you have this time?" Liu Haizhong asked curiously.

Zhou Dong smiled and said, "This time I plan to install a new antenna so that I can receive more radio signals and let everyone hear more interesting programs."

Qin Huairu exclaimed: "Zhou Dong, you are really a genius. You always have new ideas."

Yi Zhonghai also nodded and praised: "Yes, Zhou Dong, your inventions make our lives more and more interesting."

Zhou Dong smiled modestly: "Thank you for the compliments, I will continue to work hard."

Life in the courtyard gradually became harmonious and interesting. The neighbors gradually adapted to the presence of Zhou Dong's grandparents, especially the fresh vegetables and fruits, which gave everyone a new understanding of the countryside. However, one day, a sudden rainstorm broke the tranquility of the courtyard.

The rainstorm lasted all day, and the whole courtyard was flooded. The low-lying areas in the courtyard had become small ponds. As the water level continued to rise, the neighbors' furniture and appliances were flooded, and the situation became increasingly serious.

"Oh, what should I do?" Qin Huairu looked at the rising water level anxiously, her face turning pale.

"The furniture is about to be washed away by the water. When will the rain stop?" Liu Haizhong stood at the door, watching the water gradually accumulate in the house, and he was extremely anxious.

Zhou Dong's grandfather saw it and was very worried. He said to Zhou Dong: "Zhou Dong, we can't just sit there and wait for death. We have to find a way to drain the water quickly, otherwise everyone's things will be soaked and ruined."

Zhou Dong nodded: "Grandpa, I'll go find some tools and we can do it together."

The grandfather and grandson got to work right away. They found buckets, basins, and shovels and started digging ditches in the yard to drain the water. When neighbors saw Zhou Dong and his grandfather busy at work, they all joined the team to drain the water.

"Zhou Dong, let me help you!" Qin Huairu took a shovel and quickly joined them.

"Let's do it too!" Liu Haizhong and several neighbors were not to be outdone. They picked up their tools and started working in the yard.

Zhou Dong's grandfather was skilled in digging the ditch while directing everyone: "Everyone work together, let's divert the water to the low-lying areas first, and then drain it out slowly."

With everyone's joint efforts, the water level in the yard gradually dropped. Zhou Dong's grandfather worked tirelessly and led everyone to dig several drainage ditches to divert the accumulated water to the sewer. After an afternoon of hard work, the water in the yard finally receded.

When the last drop of water was drained, everyone was exhausted and out of breath, but their hearts were full of a sense of accomplishment and gratitude.

"Grandpa Zhou Dong, thank you so much! If it weren't for you, we wouldn't know what to do." Qin Huairu said gratefully.

Liu Haizhong also sighed: "Yes, Grandpa Zhou Dong, you are really our savior!"

Yi Zhonghai patted Grandpa Zhou Dong on the shoulder and praised: "Grandpa Zhou Dong, your craftsmanship is really amazing. You have helped us a lot, and we are all very grateful."

Zhou Dong's grandfather smiled and shook his head: "You're welcome. This is what I should do. We are all neighbors, and we should help each other."

In the evening, the courtyard returned to peace. Everyone sat together and talked about what happened today. The atmosphere was very harmonious.

Qin Huairu looked at Grandpa Zhou Dong, her heart filled with gratitude: "Grandpa Zhou Dong, today is really thanks to you. If it weren't for you, all our furniture and appliances would be soaked."

Grandpa Zhou Dong smiled and said, "People in the countryside are used to this kind of situation and know how to deal with it. If you encounter similar situations in the future, feel free to come to me."

Liu Haizhong sighed, "Grandpa Zhou Dong, your craft is a treasure in the city. If you have the chance in the future, please teach us city people more."

A few days later, Zhou Dong was busy again. He decided to use this opportunity to further improve the drainage system of the yard. Zhou Dong's grandfather also joined his plan, and they worked together to study how to improve the drainage facilities of the yard.

Zhou Dong's grandfather pointed to several low-lying areas in the yard and said, "Zhou Dong, these places are the key to water accumulation. We need to dig a few reservoirs in these places and then divert the water to the sewer through the drainage ditch."

Zhou Dong nodded: "Grandpa, you are right. We can dig a few small ponds in these places. We can use them to raise fish during normal times and store water during the rainy season."

They found some tools, and neighbors saw Zhou Dong and his grandfather busying themselves, and they joined them.

"Zhou Dong, we are here to help too this time. We can't always keep you two busy." He quickly joined their team.

With the joint efforts of everyone, the drainage system of the yard was gradually improved. Zhou Dong's grandfather led everyone to dig several reservoirs and build new drainage ditches. After a period of hard work, the drainage problem of the yard was finally solved.

Zhou Dong stood in the middle of the yard, looking at the newly built drainage system, feeling a sense of accomplishment. He knew that this was not just a drainage system, but also a symbol of the neighbors working together.

He smiled and said, "Zhou Dong, you are really our hero!"

Liu Haizhong also sighed: "Yes, Zhou Dong, every time there is a problem, you are always the first to stand up, you are really our savior!"

Yi Zhonghai nodded and praised: "Zhou Dong, you have brought new surprises to everyone this time. We are all proud of you."

Zhou Dong worked outside all day and returned to the courtyard with a large piece of pork in his hand. The pork was particularly precious in this era of scarcity. When the neighbors in the courtyard saw the pork in Zhou Dong's hand, they all showed envy.

"Zhou Dong, why did you bring back such a big piece of meat today?" Qin Huairu stood at the door, looking at the pork in Zhou Dong's hand, with a gleam in her eyes.

"Yes, Zhou Dong, this meat is not cheap. Where did you get it?" Liu Haizhong also came over, took a closer look at the piece of meat, and couldn't help swallowing.

Zhou Dong smiled and thought that he was lucky today: "Today when I was working outside, the boss happened to have some extra meat, so he gave some to us."

"Oh, Zhou Dong, you are so lucky." Yan Bugui also came over, his eyes full of envy.

Zhou Dong looked at everyone and knew that this piece of pork had attracted everyone's attention, but he was indeed a little tired today and didn't want to do anything more. He decided to enjoy this piece of meat alone this time.

"Everyone, I am indeed tired today. I plan to cook this piece of meat myself." Zhou Dong scratched his head, trying to resolve the awkwardness with a relaxed tone.

However, the neighbors were obviously not happy and started talking about it.

"Zhou Dong, you are always so generous, why are you unwilling to share with everyone today?" Qin Huairu's tone was a little dissatisfied.

Liu Haizhong also took over the conversation: "Yes, Zhou Dong, we usually eat good things together."

Yi Zhonghai stood aside, silent for a moment, and finally said: "Zhou Dong, we are all neighbors in the same yard, and it is normal for us to help each other. Since we have this piece of meat today, why don't we share it together, and it can also be regarded as a celebration."

Zhou Dong understood what everyone meant, but he was really tired today, and he had been busy improving the drainage system in the yard these days, so he also needed some nutritional supplements. He hesitated for a moment, but decided to stick to his idea.

"Everyone, I am usually happy to share with you, but I am a little tired today and want to have a good rest. Next time if there is something good, I will definitely treat you all to a meal together." Zhou Dong tried to explain in a gentle tone.

When the neighbors heard Zhou Dong say this, they didn't know what to say, but they could still hardly hide the disappointment on their faces.

"Okay, Zhou Dong, you should have a good rest." Qin Huairu forced a smile and turned back to her home.

Liu Haizhong and several other neighbors also left one after another. Zhou Dong looked at their backs and felt somewhat uneasy, but he still decided to stick to his decision.

Zhou Dong returned home and began to prepare dinner. He cut the pork into small pieces, added seasonings, and cooked a pot of fragrant braised pork. The aroma soon spread, and when the people in the courtyard smelled it, they felt that Zhou Dong's behavior today was a bit inhumane.

"Zhou Dong, this smells so good." Yan Bugui stood in the yard and couldn't help but sigh.

"Yeah, it would be nice if we could have a bowl of this." Liu Haizhong also echoed.

Qin Huairu was standing at the door of her house, smelling the fragrance, feeling a little unhappy, but she suppressed it. She knew that Zhou Dong was usually very nice to everyone, but he might just be too tired today.

At dinner time, Zhou Dong sat alone at the table, looking at the pot of braised pork, feeling a little complicated. He knew that his neighbors were somewhat dissatisfied with his decision today, but he also felt that he had the right to make some decisions for himself occasionally.