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"Brother Yan, I think our courtyard is very nice and life is full of warmth." Zhou Dong said with emotion.

"Yes, although this place is simple, everyone is very united and loving. "No matter what happens in the future, we will face it together." "Yes, we are also brothers." The friendship between Zhou Dong and Yan Bugui is getting deeper and deeper. They not only cooperate with each other at work, but also rely on each other in life.

One day, Zhou Dong suddenly received a notice from the factory saying that there was an important project that needed to be sent to another place for inspection, and they hoped that he could take charge. Zhou Dong hesitated, but still agreed.

"Zhou Dong, when you go on this field trip this time, you must learn more and come back to teach us," Yan Bugui encouraged.

“I will, Brother Yan, and you should take care of yourself at home.

Zhou Dong packed his luggage and prepared to leave. Before leaving, he went to visit Qin Huairu. "I'm going to be out of town for a while, so you guys should take care of yourself during this time." Zhou Dong said.

Qin Huairu was a little reluctant to hear this, but she still nodded, "Zhou Dong, don't worry, we will take good care of ourselves, and you should take care of yourself too."

Zhou Dong left the Siheyuan and started a new work journey. In other places, he studied hard, constantly improved his skills, and brought back a lot of useful information and technology for the factory. Zhou Dong returned to the Siheyuan. The neighbors in the yard warmly welcomed his return and everyone gathered around to ask about his life.

"Zhou Dong, you're back! How have you been recently?" Qin Huairu asked with concern.

“It was good, I learned a lot.

Yan Bugui came over and patted Zhou Dong on the shoulder, "Zhou Dong, welcome back, we can work together again."

Zhou Dong looked at Yan Bugui with emotion, "Thank you, Brother Yan, I am so lucky to have a friend like you." Zhou Dong and Yan Bugui continued to work hard in the factory, and their friendship became deeper and deeper. Whether it was difficulties at work or troubles in life, they faced them together and got through them together.

One day, the factory decided to promote a group of outstanding employees, and Zhou Dong and Yan Bugui were both on the candidate list. Zhou Dong was a little nervous, but he knew that no matter what the result was, their friendship would not change.

"Zhou Dong, no matter who gets promoted in the end, we are brothers." Yan Bugui said sincerely.

"Yes, Brother Yan, let's work hard together." Zhou Dong held Yan Bugui's hand and said firmly.

Finally, Zhou Dong was promoted to the technical supervisor of the factory, and Yan Bugui also received due recognition.

Zhou Dong loves rice cakes and rides his bike to buy them every week.

Zhou Dong has loved rice cakes since he was a child, especially those with a light sweetness and soft texture. Every week, he would ride his old bicycle, cross several streets, and go to a time-honored rice cake shop in the south of the city to buy a big bag of rice cakes. Zhou Dong got up and prepared to go. He pushed the bicycle into the yard and was about to hit the road when his neighbor Yan Bugui came out of the house, saw Zhou Dong, and asked with a smile: "Zhou Dong, are you going to buy rice cakes again?" "Yes, look, the rice cakes at home are all gone again."

Yan Bugui laughed, "You really can't live without rice cakes. Do you want me to bring you something else? There's a new store selling fried dough twists opened in the east of the city. I heard it's pretty good."

"Mahua is good, but I still prefer rice cakes." Zhou Dong replied with a smile, "When you go to the east of the city, bring me a few to try."

"That's no problem." Yan Bugui patted Zhou Dong on the shoulder, "Be careful on the road and come back soon."

Zhou Dong rode his bicycle towards the south of the city. Along the way, the streets were already bustling with people getting up early and getting ready for the day's work and life. Zhou Dong thought about the soft and sticky rice cakes and couldn't help but speed up his pace. Zhou Dong parked his bike at the door skillfully and walked into the store. When the owner, Lao Li, saw Zhou Dong coming in, he immediately greeted him with a smile: "Zhou Dong, you're here! The freshly baked rice cakes are still hot today."

"Old Li, give me a big bag, the same as before." Zhou Dong said with a smile.

Old Li packed the rice cake neatly and handed it to Zhou Dong. "This is your favorite flavor. I guarantee you'll want more of it."

"Thank you, Lao Li. I have been eating your rice cakes for many years, and they haven't changed at all." Zhou Dong took the rice cake, paid for it, chatted for a few more words, and then said goodbye and left.

Zhou Dong rode his bicycle back to the courtyard. As soon as he entered the courtyard, he saw Qin Huairu hanging clothes in the yard. Qin Huairu smiled and greeted him: "Zhou Dong, are you back from buying rice cakes? I just bought them. Do you want to try them?" Zhou Dong asked enthusiastically.

Qin Huairu smiled and shook her head, "You should keep it for yourself. I know you love it." She put the rice cake back into the room, then came out and started chatting with Qin Huairu. While they were chatting, Liu Guangtian and Liu Guangfu also came over.

"Zhou Dong, I heard that you went to buy rice cakes today. Is there any for us?" Liu Guangtian asked jokingly.

"Yes, yes, of course." Zhou Dong hurried back to the house and took out a few rice cakes and shared them with everyone.

"Zhou Dong, you are really nice." Liu Guangfu took the rice cake and took a bite. "This rice cake is really good. No wonder you buy it every week."

As everyone ate rice cakes and chatted, Zhou Dong felt that such a life was truly happy. Although it was simple, it was full of warmth.

A few days later, Zhou Dong was busy working in the factory when he suddenly received a call from home saying that Qin Huairu's son Banggeng was sick and Qin Huairu couldn't handle it alone, so she hoped Zhou Dong could help.

When Zhou Dong heard this, he immediately put down his work, asked for leave from his boss, and hurried home. He saw Qin Huairu walking around the room anxiously, and Bang Geng lying on the bed with a pale face. What happened? Why did Bang Geng suddenly get sick?

"I don't know either. He was fine in the morning, but suddenly he had a high fever," Qin Huairu was so anxious that she was about to cry.

"Don't worry, I'll take Banggeng to the hospital." Zhou Dong said decisively.

He picked up Bang Geng, called a car, and rushed to the hospital with Qin Huairu. The doctor examined him and said it was acute tonsillitis and needed to be hospitalized. Qin Huairu was relieved, but she was still worried.

Zhou Dong comforted her, "Sister Huairu, the doctor said that Bang Geng is fine," "Zhou Dong, if it weren't for you, you'd be welcome."

In the hospital, Zhou Dong and Qin Huairu took turns to take care of Bang Geng. After a few days, Bang Geng's condition finally improved and the doctor said he could be discharged. Zhou Dong and Qin Huairu took Bang Geng back to the courtyard. The neighbors in the courtyard came to show their concern and condolences. Everyone helped and Bang Geng soon recovered.

One day, Zhou Dong was repairing a bicycle in the yard. "Zhou Dong, I have something to discuss with you."

Zhou Dong stopped what he was doing and looked up at him. "What's the matter?"

"I heard that the factory is going to select a group of people to study abroad. I want to go, but I'm afraid I'm not qualified." Yan Bugui said hesitantly.

"Studying abroad is a good opportunity, you should strive for it," Zhou Dong encouraged.

"But my skills and experience are not as good as yours, I am afraid I can't compete with others." Yan Bugui was a little discouraged. You are also very capable, as long as you work hard," Zhou Dong patted his shoulder.

"Thank you, Zhou Dong, for your words.

A few days later, the factory officially started the selection process, and Zhou Dong and Yan Bugui both participated in the competition. After several rounds of assessment, Yan Bugui was finally selected, and he was so excited that tears came out.

"Zhou Dong, if it weren't for your encouragement, I really wouldn't believe that I could succeed." Yan Bugui held Zhou Dong's hand and said excitedly.

"This is the result of your own efforts, I just gave you a reminder.

Yan Bugui left for another place to study, and Zhou Dong and other neighbors saw him off. Before leaving, Zhou Dong said to him: "Study hard, and when you come back, we will work together to improve the technology of the factory."

"Zhou Dong, don't worry, I will not let you down." Yan Bugui said firmly.

After Yan Bugui left, Zhou Dong continued to work hard in the factory. He knew that he not only had to do his job well, but also had to lay a good foundation for Yan Bugui's return. Yan Bugui returned from his studies and brought back many new technologies and new concepts. Zhou Dong and he promoted these new technologies in the factory and achieved very good results. Everyone praised them highly.

"Zhou Dong, Brother Yan, it is really thanks to you that the factory's production efficiency has improved a lot." The factory director praised at a meeting.

“This is the result of everyone’s joint efforts.

Yan Bugui also smiled and said: "Yes, Zhou Dong is my good brother. Without his support, I can't do this alone."

In the evening, Zhou Dong and Yan Bugui sat in the yard drinking tea. "Zhou Dong, you have been helping me all along the way. Brother Yan, we are brothers and we will face it together.

At this time, Qin Huairu came over holding Xiao Yan'er, "Zhou Dong, Brother Yan, I'll bring you some fruit. The weather is hot, eat some fruit to cool down."

Zhou Dong took the fruit and said with a smile, "Thank you, Sister Huairu."

Yan Bugui also smiled and said, "Sister Huairu, you are so polite."

Everyone ate fruit and chatted together, and the yard was filled with a warm atmosphere. Although simple, Zhou Dong and Yan Bugui's work in the factory was getting smoother and smoother. They always faced and spent time together.

One day, Zhou Dong suddenly received a call from home, saying that his old mother was ill and needed him to go back to take care of her. Zhou Dong's heart tightened, and he quickly asked for leave from his boss and returned to his hometown. He found a piece of clothing that was exactly the same as the one his mother wore when she was a child.

Zhou Dong had just gotten off work at the factory and was riding his bicycle slowly on the street, enjoying the evening breeze. When he passed by an old-fashioned store, he glanced at the window and suddenly stopped his bike. His eyes were attracted by a piece of clothing. It was a floral cheongsam, and the style and color were exactly the same as the one his mother wore when he was a child.

Zhou Dong's mind was instantly filled with memories of his childhood. He saw his mother busy in the yard wearing that cheongsam. She always smiled and said to Zhou Dong gently, "Zhou Dong, come and help your mother." Zhou Dong felt his nose sore, and a warm current and a hint of sadness surged in his heart.