Siheyuan: Being a fisherman in 1962

Faced with Jia Zhang's accusations and the neighbors' gossip, Qin Huairu and Sha Zhu felt exhausted.

But life will never stop because of personal sorrows and joys. We can only endure it all silently and continue living our lives.

Jia Zhang's condition became increasingly serious. She began to forget things frequently and even could not remember the names of Qin Huairu and Sha Zhu.

Qin Huairu still took care of Jia Zhang with all her heart, hoping that she could live a peaceful old age.

Sha Zhu also silently supported Qin Huairu, and the two worked together to overcome the difficulties.

One day, Qin Huairu was making medicine for Jia Zhang when she suddenly heard a commotion outside the door.

She put down the work in her hands, walked out of the room, and saw a group of people gathered at the door, talking.

It turned out that a tomb-robbing gang in the town was arrested and they confessed to the crime of digging up Jia Dongxu's tomb.

After the news spread, neighbors expressed their indignation and demanded severe punishment for the tomb-robbing gang.

When Qin Huairu heard the news, she felt both sad and relieved.

It is sad that Jia Dongxu's body suffered such an insult; but it is a relief that the truth has finally come to light and she no longer has to bear a heavy psychological burden.

Sha Zhu also rushed over and held Qin Huairu's hand tightly, giving her support and comfort.

"Don't be sad, everything will be fine." Sha Zhu said softly.

Qin Huairu nodded, tears welling up in her eyes.

After the tomb-robbing gang was brought to justice, the neighbors' attitude towards Qin Huairu and Sha Zhu gradually improved.

Faced with the dominance of the Jia Zhang family, Qin Huairu and Sha Zhu's life became increasingly difficult.

Not only did he often make unreasonable demands, he also often made sarcastic remarks to the two of them, making them feel extremely stressed.

Qin Huairu was busy in the kitchen when Jia Zhang suddenly walked into the kitchen and said to her seriously, "You received so much money from the wedding, you have to distribute it properly. I am Dongxu's mother, so I should take the lion's share."

I know that Jia Zhang is being unreasonable, but I don't want to argue with her, so I can only say tactfully: "Mom, we have already discussed the matter of the share money, and we will distribute it fairly."

Jia Zhang refused to give in and shouted, "What do you mean by fair distribution? I am Dongxu's mother, I should have a larger share!"

As she spoke, she snatched the account book from Qin Huairu's hand and began to look through it carefully.

Let Jia Zhang vent her anger.

Sha Zhu rushed over after hearing the news and tried to persuade them, but was pushed away by Jia Zhang.

"Get out of here! You have none of your business here!" Jia Zhang glared at him, and Sha Zhu had to step aside.

Jia Zhang's condition seemed to be getting worse. Not only did her memory decline, but she also became more arrogant and domineering.

They ate melon seeds and peanuts in the yard, discarding the shells at random, making them all over the ground.

Seeing this, Qin Huairu stepped forward to persuade her, hoping that she could pay attention to hygiene.

Unexpectedly, when Jia Zhang heard this, she flew into a rage and pointed at Qin Huairu's nose and cursed: "You bitch! How dare you control me? I'm Dongxu's mother! Do whatever you want!"

As she said that, she pushed Qin Huairu to the ground.

Qin Huairu was in so much pain that tears were streaming down her face, but she didn't cry out loud.

Crying will only make Jia Zhang more proud.

She stood up silently, brushed off the dust on her body, and continued to work.

Sha Zhu rushed forward and wanted to stand up for Qin Huairu, but was slapped away by Jia Zhang.

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Chen Fei was taking a bath alone in the bathhouse. His thoughts drifted far away in the mist.

Ever since he came to the courtyard, he had been like an outsider, watching Qin Huairu and Sha Zhu struggling under the dominance of Jia Zhang.

I want to help, but it's their family affair, and if outsiders interfere, it might backfire.

At this time, He Yushui tiptoed to the door and wanted to invite Chen Fei to participate in some activities together, but found that the door was closed, so he had to return in disappointment.

Chen Fei vaguely saw He Yushui's figure through the mist and smiled bitterly in his heart.

After all, I am still an outsider in this courtyard.

On the other hand, Sha Zhu and Qin Huairu's life became more and more difficult.

Jia Zhang's condition became increasingly serious, and her unreasonable behavior and demands put a lot of pressure on the two of them.

I have sacrificed too much for this family.

Sha Zhu worked hard in the cafeteria during the day and had to come back at night to face Jia Zhang's harassment.

She felt sorry for Sha Zhu, but she could do nothing about it.

Sha Zhu was basking in the sun in the yard and overheard his neighbors talking.

It turned out that he collected wedding gifts in order to make money.

The news spread from one person to ten, and from ten to a hundred, and soon spread throughout the courtyard.

At this moment, Fade Chen suddenly appeared in front of them.

He looked at the two people's nervous and awkward expressions, and understood a little bit.

"Actually, I already knew about this."

The next day, on New Year’s Eve, the courtyard was filled with a strong festive atmosphere.

Every household is busy making paste, pasting couplets, and setting off firecrackers in preparation for the arrival of the New Year.

Qin Huairu and Sha Zhu stood in front of the dilapidated door, looking at the busy figures of their neighbors, their hearts filled with bitterness.

Due to Jia Zhang's illness and unreasonable behavior, there were very few New Year's goods, and the only pound of meat for the New Year's Eve dinner became the focus of family quarrels.

"No matter how difficult it is, we will get through it together."

"I know, I'm not afraid as long as you're here."

At this moment, Chen Fei appeared in front of them.

Holding a basket of fresh New Year goods in her hands, she had a gentle smile on her face: "This is the New Year goods I prepared for you. I hope you can have a better life this New Year."

I didn't expect that at this time, there would still be people willing to lend a helping hand.

Qin Huairu's eyes were moistened, and she looked at Chen Fei gratefully: "Thank you, Chen Fei, we...we really don't know what to say."

"Chen Fei, you are really our benefactor!" Sha Zhu also excitedly held Chen Fei's hand.

"You're welcome. We are all neighbors. It's only natural for us to help each other."

Sha Zhu stood at the gate of the dilapidated courtyard house, looking through the crack in the door at the bustling households of his neighbors.

Although the third uncle's family was unemployed, the whole family sat together and laughed happily.

Thinking of the hardships he and Qin Huairu had gone through, as well as the difficulties faced by Jia Zhang, he couldn't help but sigh.

Although the second uncle was the only one in his house, the dishes on the table were astonishingly sumptuous.

He is usually frugal, but now he is so extravagant, probably to save face for himself during the New Year.

With a wry smile, Sha Zhu turned and walked towards the old man's house.

The atmosphere in the uncle's house seemed a little cold.

Sha Zhu stood at the door and saw from afar an old man with a stern face, who seemed dissatisfied with the table full of delicious food.

It turns out that every family has its own problems. Even a seemingly prosperous old man has unknown troubles.

After returning to his home, Sha Zhu looked at the New Year gifts that Chen Fei had given him and was very satisfied.

Although there are many unsatisfactory things in this courtyard, there are also neighbors like Chen Fei who are willing to lend a helping hand and give them help and care.

Qin Huairu was busy in the kitchen. Although there were not many New Year's goods, she still tried her best to prepare a sumptuous New Year's Eve dinner.

"Don't be busy. I feel very happy to have you here." Sha Zhu walked into the kitchen, gently hugged Qin Huairu, and whispered.

Qin Huairu turned around and snuggled in Sha Zhu's arms, tears welling up in her eyes.