Xu Damao's Thirty-Six Stratagems in Siheyuan

Time flies, and children grow up quickly.

Xu Damao continued to practice his Qi-refining and spirit-refining techniques as always. He combed the meridians of his parents, Pu Yulin and his wife, Zhang Taihe and his wife, and Hu Tianhua and his wife in an orderly and rhythmic manner, and nourished their bodies with nourishing soups.

During the Spring Festival of 73, I took Gu Meifang and the four children, as well as Fang Xiaoru and Fang Shuying, back to Baishui Village, and also took the opportunity to recuperate with Professor Fang and his wife.

Fang Junru is also a father now, and has given Fang Xiaoru a nephew.

With the increase of grandchildren and the difficult times in the world, Professor Fang did not ask Fang Xiaoru about her child for the first time.

He had thought too much. His own daughter was not a good-for-nothing daughter. His previous marriage was unhappy, and he could not do anything about it. Now, seeing his daughter happy and in good health, and a five-year-old granddaughter who was at her most adorable age coming to see him, an old man, what else could he complain about?

When Fang Xiaoru and Fang Shuying were about to leave after staying for a day, Fang's father took Fang Xiaoru's hand and said meaningfully,

"Girl, you are not young anymore. You already have two children. You have been different from Airu since you were little. You are the most restless one in the family. Dad is old and can't persuade you. You should walk your own path. It's okay as long as you don't regret it."

Fang Xiaoru looked at the sincere and expectant eyes of her parents, "Dad, Mom, I know what I should and shouldn't do. After these years of reflection, I know it very clearly. Don't worry. Take care of yourselves in the countryside. You don't have to worry about my sister and my older brother. I will visit them every quarter. My younger brother has also started a family and a career now. You are around, so please help him as much as you can. There is no problem on my side, I am doing fine."

Fang Xiaoru took out another 500 yuan from her pocket and gave it to Fang's mother, "Mom, I'll give you some money in case of emergency."

"Xiao Ru, you don't need that much. You still have to take care of Shu Ying, and you don't have much money either."

Fang Xiaoru whispered to her mother, "Mom, I have money, more than 10,000 yuan, it's great. Don't tell my dad, he's old-fashioned. Don't worry about it, just trust me if it's not enough."

Fang's mother was surprised and happy: her little girl was finally living a happy and comfortable life.

Xu Damao went to the village chief's house to pay New Year's greetings, and paid a retaining fee for Gu Meifang and her four children to the village accountant. He also spent money in the village, buying a lot of local specialties and food. He returned with a full load, and the whole family returned to Dongsishitiao.

Xu Damao had reasons for moving away from Yandaixie Street. First, it was to make it more convenient for his three daughters to go to school and to go to Pu's house. Second, Xu Damao and Gu Meifang were too famous in Yandaixie Street and received too much attention, so it was easy for something to happen.

So for safety reasons, Gu Meifang and her four children moved to Dongsishitiao, and Fang Xiaoru and the grown-up Fang Shuying also moved back to Fang Xiaoru's own courtyard, which was only two blocks away from Dongsishitiao.

They have to be cautious about what they should be cautious about. There are so many children, and if the news leaks out accidentally, Xu Damao thinks it's troublesome, but he's not afraid.

Xu Damao's current ability is unmatched. He can break rocks with one palm, and a spiritual attack of the Soul Refining Technique can directly turn the enemy into an idiot. What is there to be afraid of? But he can't take people's lives at will. It's taboo for a hero to use martial arts, not to mention that there are airplanes and cannons now.

"Brother Dongsheng, Sister Lin, we are here to wish you a happy new year."

Xu Damao and his family of six went to No. 95 courtyard to pay New Year's greetings.

Xu Damao took his men to the east wing of the middle courtyard to greet Li Dongsheng, and then went back to the front yard to greet the third uncle again. Yan Fugui had greeted him when he entered the house just now, so it would be wrong not to go back. When neighbors meet during the Spring Festival, they can't not chat for a while. Xu Damao doesn't want to be arrogant, so why make enemies for himself.

Xu Damao took out a pack of Daqianmen cigarettes from his pocket and gave them to Yan Fugui. "Uncle, how are you? Hey, Auntie, you are so polite. You even gave me some tea. Thank you very much."

He took out two candies from his pocket and gave them to Yan Jie Di who was following behind the third aunt. "Third aunt, in a blink of an eye, Jie Di has grown so big."

"Yes, Damao, time flies. Our Jie Di is a few months older than your Huo Huo. Oh, I don't know about your Xiao... Hey, look at my mouth. I won't say anymore. You sit down and chat with my old Yan for a while." Yang Ruihua knew he had said something wrong and tried to slip away quickly.

"Third Auntie, it's okay. I just want to know where Lou Xiao'e and my children Huo Huo, Ning Ning and Pan Pan are hiding. This is known to everyone, and no one dares to do anything to me now. Yes, Xu Ning is also ten years old this year. It's really fast. So many years have passed. Third Uncle, is your Jie Cheng still working at the old unit? How are they? I haven't seen them for years."

"Ah... what misfortune for the family. Jiecheng and his wife came back once in all these years, and now they have moved away again. They are still the same and have no children. Jiefang is married, but his wife seems to be pregnant. Didn't she go to her father-in-law's house again today?"

"Is Jie Kuang doing well in Chengde now? Didn't he say he would come back to visit?"

"I came back this summer. Fortunately, the Saihanba Forest Farm has been established for many years. Now the afforestation has been successful and it has become a large unit. Jie Kuang and his colleagues are now formally employed by the state-owned forest farm. It's pretty good."

"That's good, that's good, Third Uncle, you are getting old, please take care of your health. I will go to the middle courtyard first and wish you a happy new year to Brother Dongsheng's family today."

"Okay, Damao, come back to visit us often when you have time."

Xu Damao handed the third uncle another cigarette before saying goodbye and going into Li Dongsheng's home in the middle courtyard. One had to be polite when wishing a happy new year.

As soon as I entered the middle courtyard, I saw an old lady from next door coming out of her house.

"Happy Chinese New Year, Auntie. I'm busy. How's Uncle?"

"I just heard that there is a guest at Dongsheng's house next door. It turns out to be you, Xu Damao. Everything is fine. Your uncle went out for a walk early this morning and hasn't come back yet."

"Auntie, see you later." Xu Damao didn't say much. They were not familiar with each other, so he had nothing to say. He went into the Li family next door.

People with good hearts are blessed. Li Dongsheng's mother is already 77 or 8 years old this year. She is in good health. Since her son Dongsheng came back, she has become healthier and healthier. After having her cataract removed, there has been no recurrence. She has good hearing and eyesight. When she saw Xu Damao enter the house,

"Xu's boy, please sit down. You said we were old neighbors, and now we are relatives. In the past, I relied a lot on you for support. Now I see that you have a lot of children. I, an old woman, can see that you are a blessed person."

"Aunt Li, things are different now than they were a few years ago. My elder brother Dongsheng is back, and Weihong has given you a great-grandson. In a while, Yuan Chao may also come back from Jinxi and bring you a great-grandson. That will be perfect. You must take care of yourself and make sure your dreams come true, with four generations living under one roof."

It was true. Judging from the old lady's condition, there seemed to be no big problem. Xu Damao secretly checked Li's mother's health and found her to be in good condition. She was full of energy and vitality. She did not look old or exhausted at all. She was in a state of longevity.

A festive Spring Festival reception was also going on with toasts and clinking of glasses.

When Yi Zhonghai came back from next door, he heard the hustle and bustle next door. He looked at the lonely and miserable appearance of his old couple and drank a little wine, but the mood suddenly lost its appeal.

There's nothing I can do. I'm just so narrow-minded and this is the scope of my vision.