Siheyuan: After I moved in, the compound became a mess

After saying goodbye to Yan Jiecheng, Wang Dabao pushed his bicycle towards the central courtyard.

I feel lucky that Yan Bugui is not a violent parent like Liu Haizhong, otherwise he would have been beaten up that night. But poor Yan Jiecheng will have to eat two less pickled vegetables for dinner.

It is much more difficult to get Yan Bugui to give up his position as the manager than to ask him to stop being a goalkeeper.

Wang Dabao came back early today, it's not even five o'clock yet.

Jia Zhang moved a stool and stood by the pool, sewing shoe soles. No matter who came to wash clothes or fetch water, she would chat with them with a smile.

Those who didn't know the inside story would be frightened by the gentle attitude of this old woman. In the past ten years, who has seen such a kind-hearted Jia Zhang? The caring words from her mouth were like the northwest wind on a cold winter night blowing on everyone going to the pool.

Sha Zhu hurriedly walked out of the moon gate in the backyard carrying a rain cloth. The moment he saw Wang Dabao, his face lit up with joy.

"Hey, brother Dabao, you got off work early today. You must come to my place for a drink later."

Sha Zhu walked over and said, "Although it's not a fancy dish, the taste is absolutely authentic. Don't look at my one hand, it doesn't affect my cooking skills."

Wang Dabao was almost choked by Sha Zhu's word "craft". That's right, I've never heard of anyone doing crafts with both hands. He must have enough capital.

"What's this pillar in your hand?"

Wang Dabao wanted to call him Shazhu, but he took the words back. It was a bit inappropriate to call him Shazhu given their current relationship. "Let's not have dinner today. Let's celebrate after you take over."

Sha Zhu nodded: "Alright, although I cleaned up today, the environment is still a bit bad, the house is all blackened by the fire. I got a tarp from the old lady and sealed the windows."

"Brother Dabao, if you can help me tonight, please speak up for me and vote for me. I will never treat you unfairly in the future."

"Okay, as long as there is a pillar, it's fine if you say so. You don't even trust me."

Looking at Shazhu's leaving back, Wang Dabao shook his head. Shazhu has been in a miserable state recently. Winter is coming soon and his house has been set on fire. Isn't this bullying an honest man!

But what the hell does this have to do with me.

The backyard was quiet. Through the door curtain, I saw that the door of Xu Damao's house was closed and had a new lock.

After moving the bicycle into the house, Wang Dabao moved the stove to a new location, next to the door to the inner room. This way, when the door was open, the living room could also enjoy some warmth.

The house had been arranged like this before. Unlike the large rooms of other residents, his room was warmer with the door closed.

The weather is getting colder day by day. Even if he goes to the island farm to spend the night, he will still have to stay here for a certain period of time. He can't just make do with it.

Turning on the stove, Wang Dabao began to boil water to make tea.

After drinking a full pot of tea, the room gradually became warmer. Wang Dabao lay down on the sofa and fell asleep again in a daze.

Still not long into sleep, there was a knock on the door.

Wang Dabao sat up helplessly, rubbed his face, walked to the door, opened the door and saw Xu Damao.

Xu Damao did not come empty-handed. He was holding two bags in his left hand and a bottle of white wine in his right hand. There were oil paper bags in the bags. Wang Dabao smelled something that should be braised meat.

"I brought some wine and food, so I'll just stay here with you."

Xu Damao smiled and said, "Let's discuss what to do tonight."

Wang Dabao opened the door: "Da Mao, you really have plenty of money these days!"

"That's right, brother. I'm not short of money, and I'm not short of work."

"Okay, drink it then."

The two of them spread out their food on the coffee table, but before they could start eating, there was another knock on the door.

This time it was Liu Haizhong who came to inform Wang Dabao that the whole hospital meeting would be held at 7 o'clock, and sincerely invited him to his home for a drink.

As a result, Wang Dabao moved aside, and Liu Haizhong saw Xu Damao sitting on the sofa.

"Lao Liu, Jin Damao has brought some wine and food, so don't leave. It's a good opportunity to have a drink together."

"Oh, it's the second uncle. That's just right. I don't have to invite you. Come and sit down." Xu Damao had already recognized Liu Haizhong's voice and knew that he could not be avoided. Based on the principle that the other party would be of great use in the next stage, he opened his mouth to invite him.

Seeing Xu Damao there, Liu Haizhong was a little hesitant. He certainly didn't want to miss the opportunity to drink with Wang Dabao. After all, if he told others about it in the factory later, it would be something to brag about.

"Da Mao is here too. Okay, Da Bao, you two wait for me for a while. I'll add some dishes."

Having said that, Liu Haizhong strode towards home.

Liu Haizhong is a man who cares about his reputation. When he heard Wang Dabao say that Xu Damao brought the wine and food, he was embarrassed to sit down and eat, for fear that Section Chief Wang would look down on him.

However, what he didn't know was that whether he brought vegetables or not, he would be looked down upon in Wang Dabao's eyes!

After Liu Haizhong left, Wang Dabao shrugged at Xu Damao and said, "Just wait. Old Liu will be of great help to your election this time."

"Dabao, I'm not the one trying to stir up trouble. Liu Haizhong is a mean old man. You'd better have less contact with him in the future."

Xu Damao glanced at the door and said in a low voice, "He is not the same kind of bad as Yi Zhonghai. This old guy is narrow-minded and holds grudges. He hurts others but does not benefit himself."

"Don't worry, Damao. I know what's going on."

Wang Dabao patted Xu Damao on the shoulder with a smile, "Now that you want to run for mediator, you still need Lao Liu's help."

He understood what Xu Damao said, and his evaluation of Liu Haizhong hit the nail on the head. However, what the other party didn't know was that Liu Haizhong didn't dare to have any bad ideas against him at all.

The two chatted for a few minutes, and Liu Haizhong pushed the door back with a plate of scrambled eggs and a bottle of wine.

Wang Dabao was a little surprised when he saw the big plate of scrambled eggs: "How many eggs did you scramble, Lao Liu? Why is the plate so big?"

"Not much, not much, just adding a dish."

Liu Haizhong chuckled and put the scrambled eggs on the coffee table. "Your sister-in-law just fried them. They're still hot. Dabao, try some."

Wang Dabao didn't hesitate to pick up a piece of food with chopsticks and put it in his mouth. He couldn't help but marvel at the fact that Old Liu's wife's skill in frying eggs had reached perfection. Even a chef like Sha Zhu would have to admit defeat.

Xu Damao also picked up a piece with his chopsticks under Liu Haizhong's gaze, and praised: "Second Auntie has really mastered her cooking skills. There may not be anyone in the whole city who can fry eggs so deliciously."

Wang Dabao picked up the wine bottle and filled them both up.

"There may have been some conflicts between you two, Lao Liu and Damao. I'll raise a glass to you and let the past go. We should look at the long term."

"For this second cup, I would like to congratulate Lao Liu on his promotion to the position of the chief of the compound. I believe that the residents of the compound will have a better and better life under Lao Liu's leadership!"

"This third cup is to wish Damao success in becoming the third uncle..."

"This fourth cup..."

"Brother Dabao, Brother Dabao, eat a bite of food first, then we can drink!"