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"Shazhu, thank you for helping me find my grandson." Old Zhang excitedly shook Zhou Dong's hand, his face full of gratitude.

Zhou Dong smiled, patted Lao Zhang on the shoulder, and said, "Neighbors should help each other. This is my job."

Everyone who saw this scene was impressed by Zhou Dong's kindness and willingness to help others. In this compound, although everyone has their own life, the help and care between each other gave them a common warmth and sense of belonging.

As night fell, the lights in the compound gradually dimmed, and people began to return to their homes to rest. Zhou Dong stood in the yard, looking at the starry sky, his heart filled with gratitude for life and anticipation for tomorrow.

In the compound, the widow Qin Huairu and her mother-in-law raised three children together, and their life was extremely difficult. Every day, Qin Huairu had to face various challenges in life, but she never gave up.

On a cold winter day, with heavy snow and biting cold wind, Qin Huairu got up early in the morning. She wore a thick cotton-padded jacket, held an empty bowl, and prepared to line up for breakfast in the nearby canteen.

"Mom, I want to go too!" The eldest son Xiao Ming looked at Qin Huairu with anticipation in his eyes.

Qin Huairu shook her head and said softly, "No, you have to take good care of your brother and sister at home."

Xiao Ming lowered his head, knowing that his mother was right. He was the eldest son in the family, and had been sensible since childhood. He often helped take care of his younger siblings and shared his mother's pressure.

Qin Huairu walked out of the yard and set foot on the road to the canteen. The snow on the road was getting heavier and the wind was getting colder, but she did not flinch and walked forward step by step.

Finally, Qin Huairu arrived at the canteen door and lined up in a long queue. She waited patiently, thinking about what to cook for the children when she got home, and looking forward to receiving a warm breakfast.

After a while, it was Qin Huairu's turn to get breakfast. She took the empty bowl and walked to the door of the cafeteria. The warm air blew in her face, making her feel a little comfortable.

"Auntie Qin, are you here to get your breakfast?" the cafeteria chef asked with a smile.

Qin Huairu nodded and took the hot breakfast, her heart full of gratitude. She knew that although life was hard, there were still many kind people willing to lend a helping hand, which made her feel warm and hopeful.

When she got home, the children had been waiting for a long time. When they saw their mother coming back with breakfast, they immediately surrounded her excitedly, scrambling to get the food.

Qin Huairu smiled and distributed breakfast to the children. While wiping the corners of their mouths, she said gently, "Eat quickly, children. After you finish eating, we can play in the snow together."

The children were immediately excited when they heard this, stuffing their mouths with food, jumping and rushing out. They put all their energy into the game in the snow, forgetting the hardships and difficulties in life.

Qin Huairu was filled with joy as she watched the children's happiness. Although life was difficult, she felt that everything was worth it as long as she had the children's company.

In the afternoon, Qin Huairu took the children to the yard to play in the snow. They built snowmen and threw snowballs, and the laughter and joy filled the whole yard.

"Mom, look, I made a big snowman!" The youngest son Xiaoqiang ran over excitedly and pointed at the snowman in the yard and said.

Qin Huairu smiled, squatted down, stroked Xiaoqiang's hair, and said gently: "Great, Xiaoqiang, you are such a smart child."

After hearing this, Xiaoqiang smiled happily. He knew that his mother had always supported him and given him endless love and care.

Zhou Dong is a kind neighbor in the compound who often helps Qin Huairu and her children through difficult times in life. Whenever Qin Huairu encounters difficulties, Zhou Dong always stands by her side silently, giving her selfless support and help.

One day, Qin Huairu's eldest son Xiao Ming fell ill with a high fever, so she anxiously came to Zhou Dong for help.

"Brother Shazhu, Xiao Ming is sick and I don't know what to do!" Qin Huairu said with a worried look on her face.

Zhou Dong listened and immediately comforted him: "Don't worry, I'll come to see him."

So Zhou Dong followed Qin Huairu to her home. Xiao Ming was lying on the bed, with steam coming out of his forehead, his face pale, and he looked very weak.

Zhou Dong carefully touched Xiao Ming's forehead and frowned. He immediately realized that Xiao Ming's condition was very serious and needed timely treatment.

"Aunt Qin, we have to take Xiao Ming to the hospital quickly." Zhou Dong said.

Qin Huairu was immediately flustered when she heard this. She knew she didn't have enough money to pay for the medical expenses. But Zhou Dong said without hesitation: "Don't worry, the hospital has a rescue policy, let's send Xiao Ming there first."

So Zhou Dong and Qin Huairu took Xiao Ming to a nearby hospital. The doctor carefully examined Xiao Ming's body, confirmed the diagnosis, and immediately started treatment.

In the hospital, Zhou Dong stayed by Qin Huairu and Xiao Ming's side, giving them endless comfort and support. He not only helped Qin Huairu fill out the application form for assistance, but also actively asked the doctor for treatment plans, doing everything possible to help Xiao Ming recover.

After a few days of treatment, Xiao Ming's condition gradually improved and his complexion returned to normal. Qin Huairu watched her child recover day by day, and her heart was filled with gratitude and relief. She knew that without Zhou Dong's help, she would not be able to get through this difficult time.

Back home, Zhou Dong continued to help Qin Huairu take care of Xiao Ming. He cooked some nutritious soup, prepared medicine for Xiao Ming, told him some interesting stories, and asked about his physical condition with concern.

"Brother Shazhu, thank you for always helping us." Qin Huairu looked at Zhou Dong gratefully, her eyes filled with emotion.

Zhou Dong smiled, patted Qin Huairu on the shoulder, and said, "Neighbors should help each other. This is my job."

With Zhou Dong's help, Xiao Ming recovered quickly, and Qin Huairu and her children returned to their normal life track, and they felt the warmth and hope of life again.

Another neighbor in the compound, Xu Damao, is a film projectionist. He is an optimistic and cheerful person in the compound, always smiling and bringing joy and entertainment to everyone.

One day, Zhou Dong accidentally heard Xu Damao's voice coming from the yard. He was inviting everyone to watch a movie.

"Hey, Shazhu, do you want to watch a movie tonight?" Xu Damao greeted enthusiastically.

Zhou Dong listened and nodded immediately, saying, "Of course, I will definitely come."

So, at night, people in the compound gathered in the yard, waiting for the movie to be shown. Xu Damao set up the projector, pulled up the screen, and the movie screen gradually appeared in the darkness.

"The Beauty of Life" is the theme of tonight. The movie tells the story of an ordinary person who persists in pursuing his dream in a difficult environment and finally achieves success. The picture is full of warmth and touching, and the audience is deeply moved.

"What a great movie!" Qin Huairu exclaimed.

"Yes, it makes people feel happy." Old Zhang nodded repeatedly.

Zhou Dong sat quietly by the side, watching the movie screen, with many emotions in his heart. He thought of his own life, which was full of difficulties and challenges, but with the help and support of his neighbors, he still insisted on pursuing his dreams and working hard.

After the movie was over, everyone left with a sense of satisfaction, their hearts filled with gratitude for life and anticipation for tomorrow. Zhou Dong and Xu Damao stayed in the yard, sorting out the projection equipment while communicating with each other.

"Thank you for your movie today, which made everyone feel the beauty of life." Zhou Dong said to Xu Damao.

Xu Damao smiled and said, "You're welcome. This is what I should do. I hope I can watch movies with you all often in the future."

Zhou Dong nodded, his heart full of admiration and gratitude for Xu Damao. He knew that with such a helpful neighbor around him, his life would become more colorful.

Xu Damao is a popular neighbor in the compound, and he has a good relationship with the director of the steel plant. Therefore, he can often bring some special benefits and opportunities to the people in the compound.

One day, Zhou Dong met Xu Damao in the yard and found that he had a smug smile on his face.

"Hey, Shazhu, look, I just talked to the director of the steel plant, and he said he wanted to hold a special event for the people in our yard." Xu Damao said proudly.

Zhou Dong's eyes lit up when he heard this, and he asked, "What activity is it?"

Xu Damao smiled mysteriously and said, "This is a surprise. Wait until tonight and you will know."

In the evening, the courtyard was very lively. Xu Damao and the director of the steel plant prepared an open-air movie screening for everyone. They set up a white cloth in the courtyard, prepared the projection equipment, and waited for the audience to arrive.

Zhou Dong and other neighbors walked into the yard happily, and when they saw that everything was ready, they couldn't help cheering.

"That's great, Xu Damao, you're so awesome!" Qin Huairu patted Xu Damao's shoulder excitedly.

Xu Damao smiled and waved his hand, saying: "This is a benefit for everyone. I just did my little bit."

As night fell, the lights in the yard gradually dimmed, the projector started to run, and the picture on the screen gradually became clear. The audience sat together quietly, looking forward to the start of the movie.

"Iron Heroes" was the theme of the night. The film told the struggle story of a steel factory worker and inspired everyone present. During the filming process, people sometimes laughed, sometimes sighed, and sometimes got excited, as if they were in the world of the film.