Siheyuan, integrating everything, cultivating the city

After returning home, Lou Xiao'e had already prepared dinner. When she saw Li Xiaoling, she hugged her gently and said, "Xiaoling, don't be afraid. We will all protect you."

Li Xiaoling felt the love of her family, and the fear in her heart gradually dissipated. As she ate, she felt a surge of warmth and strength in her heart. She knew that as long as her family was by her side, she could face any difficulties.

In the evening, Li Xiangqian and Lou Xiao'e sat in the living room and discussed what happened today. Lou Xiao'e frowned and said, "Xiangqian, Xiaoling is still young, we have to pay more attention to her growth."

Li Xiangqian nodded, his heart full of gratitude and determination: "Yes, Xiao'e. We must give Xiaoling a safe environment to grow up in, so that she can study and live happily."

A few days later, Li Xiaoling gradually regained her usual smile. She also became more confident in school and no longer afraid of the classmates who bullied her. Li Xiangqian and Lou Xiaoe saw this and felt very relieved.

One night, Li Xiangqian sat on the bed, thinking about his experiences during this period, and his heart was full of emotion. He knew that the challenges in life would not stop, but as long as he had the support and trust of his family, he would have enough strength to face everything.

He gently held Lou Xiao'e's hand and said softly, "Xiao'e, with you by my side, I feel that I am the happiest person in the world."

Lou Xiao'e looked at him with a smile, her eyes twinkling with tenderness: "Move forward, we will always be together to meet every new challenge and opportunity."

Li Xiangqian nodded, his heart filled with gratitude and happiness. He knew that with Lou Xiao'e by his side, he could overcome all difficulties and meet every new challenge and opportunity. In the days to come, he will continue to work hard, take care of his family, and create a happy life for his wife.

Although Li Xiangqian tried hard to maintain a peaceful family life, he still had an unresolved knot in his heart. He heard that Xu Damao had been spreading rumors in the courtyard recently, saying that Li Xiangqian and his family were not harmonious, and some even said that Li Xiaoling was bullied because she was causing trouble. Li Xiangqian decided to talk to Xu Damao and solve the problem.

One night, Li Xiangqian was returning home from get off work at the factory when he saw Xu Damao chatting with some neighbors in the yard. He walked over, trying to stay calm, but his heart was filled with anger.

"Xu Damao, I have something to tell you." Li Xiangqian spoke directly, his voice low but firm.

Seeing Li Xiangqian coming over, Xu Damao smiled with a hint of disdain on his face: "Oh, Li Xiangqian, what's the matter?"

Li Xiangqian stared at him and said in a serious tone: "I heard that you have been gossiping about my family recently, saying that Xiaoling was bullied because she asked for it. Xu Damao, are you deliberately trying to stir up trouble?"

Xu Damao's smile froze for a moment, but he quickly regained his confidence: "Li Xiangqian, you know we are just chatting casually, there is no need to take it seriously, right?"

Li Xiangqian was furious, but he tried his best to suppress his emotions and said calmly: "Xu Damao, you can say whatever you want, but you can't make up stories. If you say such nonsense, it will bring a lot of trouble to our family."

Xu Damao shrugged, looking indifferent: "Li Xiangqian, are you too sensitive? We are just gossiping. If you care so much, then I can't do anything about it."

Li Xiangqian took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down. He knew that quarreling would not solve the problem. He said in a firm tone: "Xu Damao, I don't want to quarrel with you. I just hope you can be more tactful in your words in the future. We are all neighbors. If there is anything, we can sit down and talk about it. Don't talk behind my back."

Xu Damao felt a little uneasy when he saw Li Xiangqian's firm attitude. He knew that Li Xiangqian was usually upright and rarely got angry. Now that he had expressed his attitude, it was obvious that things had gotten out of hand. So he smiled awkwardly and said, "Okay, Li Xiangqian, I will be more careful next time. We are all neighbors, so it's better to be friendly."

Li Xiangqian nodded. Although he was still a little unhappy, at least the problem had been initially solved. He knew that although Xu Damao had verbally agreed, it would take time and patience to completely solve the problem.

In the evening, Li Xiangqian returned home and told Lou Xiaoe what happened today. After listening, she said worriedly: "Xiangqian, Xu Damao is a narrow-minded person. If you go to him like this, will it cause more trouble?"

Li Xiangqian held her hand and comforted her: "Xiao'e, I know you are worried, but some things must be resolved. We can't keep giving in, otherwise they will only get further."

Lou Xiao'e nodded. Although she was still a little uneasy, she knew that Li Xiangqian's decision was right. She said softly, "Xiangqian, no matter what happens, we will face it together."

Li Xiangqian felt his wife's support and was filled with strength: "Thank you, Xiao'e. With you by my side, I am not afraid of anything."

In the following days, Li Xiangqian continued to work hard in the factory, while also keeping an eye on the goings-on in the yard. He knew that only by taking practical actions could he win everyone's respect.

One night, Li Xiangqian just returned home and heard a quarrel in the yard. He went out and saw Xu Damao and another neighbor Liu Haizhong arguing.

"Xu Damao, don't think you can act wildly here. Everyone can't stand your behavior!" Liu Haizhong said angrily.

Xu Damao's face was gloomy: "Liu Haizhong, stop pretending to be a messenger of justice. I just said a few words of truth, and you can't stand it?"

Li Xiangqian saw this, walked up to him and said calmly: "Xu Damao, everyone wants peace in the courtyard. There is no need to make trouble over these trivial matters."

Liu Haizhong looked at Li Xiangqian and nodded: "Li Xiangqian is right, let's talk it out nicely, there's no need to get angry."

Xu Damao snorted coldly, but seeing the eyes of the neighbors around him, he knew that it would be disadvantageous for him to continue making trouble. He said reluctantly: "Okay, I don't want to make trouble either, let's all go away."

The neighbors gradually dispersed, and Li Xiangqian breathed a sigh of relief. He knew that although the quarrel had subsided, Xu Damao's problem had not been completely solved. After returning home, Li Xiangqian decided to find an opportunity to have a good talk with Xu Damao and completely solve the problem.

A few days later, Li Xiangqian found an opportunity and met Xu Damao in the yard. He walked up to him and took the initiative to say, "Xu Damao, let's talk."

Xu Damao glanced at him, a little impatient: "What are you talking about?"

Li Xiangqian said sincerely: "Xu Damao, we are all neighbors. If you have anything to say, you can talk it out. Your recent behavior has displeased many people. We should respect each other."

Xu Damao sneered: "Li Xiangqian, you are really a good guy. Aren't you afraid of offending people?"