Siheyuan: All the birds want to die, I enjoy happiness

When the three of them arrived at the central courtyard, most of the people there had already gathered. This time, only Yi Zhonghai and Yan Bugui were sitting next to the table. All of Liu Haizhong's family members were there except Liu Haizhong, and they were probably still lying on the bed!

"Everyone, please be quiet. As you all know, Jia Dongxu broke his leg today. The hospital said he needs to rest for two months to recover. That means he won't get paid for two months. But the four members of the Jia family need food and drink, and Qin Huairu is not in good health and the family has no savings. It's almost the New Year, so I hope everyone can help and donate some money to their family to help them through this difficult time. So, I'm an old man, so I'll make an example and donate 20 yuan." After saying that, Yi Zhonghai put 20 yuan on the table. The people in the yard were whispering and unmoved.

Yi Zhonghai looked at the situation and gestured to Yan Bugui, "Well, as the third uncle in the yard, although there are many people in the family and my salary is not high, I will donate 10 yuan to help the Jia family through the difficulties." After that, he took out 10 yuan from his pocket and put it on the table. Those who didn't know the situation were surprised at Yan Bugui's generosity. He had to taste the saltiness of the manure carts when he pulled over, so why was he so generous today?

How could it be possible? It was because Yi Zhonghai gave Yan Bugui 10 yuan in advance, otherwise how could he give yuan. How could Yan Bugui miss such an opportunity that didn't cost money and could make him look good?

Everyone in the compound looked at each other. The first and third uncles had donated money. They couldn't hide now, but most of them donated a few dimes, at most one dollar. The New Year was coming soon. Who didn't want to have a good New Year for their family? The next year would be prosperous. No matter what happened this year, they had to have a good New Year. How could they donate more money to other people's families? Qin Huairu, who was standing in front of the table, held a stick and thanked everyone who came to donate money. Jia Zhang was still muttering on the side, "Why are you so stingy? My family is in trouble and you don't even want to give more money. Don't expect my family to help you in the future." Anyone who heard Jia Zhang's words would probably curse him angrily. Besides, if they donated more, Jia Zhang would probably scold them. Damn it, you don't even know how sad my family is when you have so much money at home? Forget it.

Looking at He Yuzhu who was about to donate, Su Xingchen grabbed his arm and whispered, "What's wrong, are you stupid? You really want to be stupid, right? You just said you had no money, but now you are rushing to donate money. Your father is not back, where did you get the money? When Jia Zhang finds out, she will run to your doorstep and scold you. Listen to me, don't move."

After hearing what Su Xingchen said, He Yuzhu was stunned. He thought for a while and nodded. He stood behind the crowd with Su Xingchen without saying a word.

"Mom, do we need to notify the street office in advance about this donation?" Su Xingchen leaned over and said to Liu Lihua.

"Of course, but most of the time it's just talk. After all, if a family really has to make a donation, the street office will be understanding even if they don't notify the street office," Liu Lihua replied.

"That's fine. I don't think the Jia family is forced to do this. They are trying to use other people's money to support their own family. Mom, don't go donate. Just wait. Don't worry, I'm here." Su Xingchen said with a smile, and patted He Yuzhu to let him know that he was relieved. Of course He Yuzhu was relieved. If nothing else, just based on Su Xingchen's strength, there were only a few people in the compound who dared to offend him. With himself, I'm afraid he could easily defeat an entire compound.

Yi Zhonghai saw that almost everyone in the compound had donated money, but Su Xingchen and He Yuzhu had not donated money yet, so he stood up and looked for them. Seeing them standing behind the crowd, he said, "Shazhu and Chenzi, why don't you two donate money?"

"Isn't donation voluntary? If I don't want to donate, I won't donate." Su Xingchen looked at Yi Zhonghai and said.

"Everyone has always participated in the donation in our hospital. You want to leave our big organization. This kind of thinking is not good. If you don't help Dongxu's family now, no one will help your family in the future. And Shazhu, don't listen to Chenzi. You must donate. You have such a good relationship with Dongxu, why don't you lend a hand?" Yi Zhonghai said righteously, holding a teacup.

Ha, old guy just likes to put labels on people and use moral blackmail. I really don't want to indulge you. "Oh? What labels are you putting on me? You are a typical feudal patriarch. The street office stipulates that donations must be reported to the street office. What right do you, Yi Zhonghai, have to raise funds privately? And you force others to donate?" Su Xingchen walked to the middle of the crowd and pointed at Yi Zhonghai and said.

Hearing Su Xingchen's words, Yi Zhonghai's face changed instantly. If the street office knew about this private fundraising, he would definitely suffer the consequences. But how could he panic after experiencing so many ups and downs? "I will report this matter to Director Wang. The situation of the Jia family is urgent now, so I will take the initiative. I think Director Wang will forgive me." After hearing his words, many people in the courtyard whispered and nodded.

"That's right, you bastard, you don't want my Dongxu to live, right? If you don't help my family, no one in the compound will help you in the future. Hurry up and donate money to my family." Jia Zhang jumped out and shouted.

"Get lost, you fat pig. Are you worthy?" Su Xingchen felt sick when he saw Jia Zhangshi. He couldn't help but want to slap her twice, but he felt that it would dirty his hands. He didn't know how long it had been since he met such a disgusting old person. He really couldn't stand it.

"Su Xingchen, how can you insult your elders? Let's talk about the facts. Why do you have so much family trouble? Donation is voluntary. You can choose not to donate. In the future, no one in the compound will help you if you have any problems!" Yi Zhonghai said as he slammed the teacup on the table.

"It's up to you. I don't need it. Yi Zhonghai, let me tell you, aren't you just thinking of using other people's money in the courtyard to help you support your apprentice? And then let your apprentice remember your kindness? So that he can support you in your old age, you are dreaming." Su Xingchen said disdainfully. When the people in the courtyard heard this, they couldn't help but shook their heads and discussed it with the people around them. When everyone heard this, they knew it was the truth.

"Old Yi, do you really think so? Then you have to give me 30 yuan every month, otherwise I can't let Dongxu support you in your old age." At this moment, Jia Zhang seemed to have found an opportunity. Although he knew that Yi Zhonghai thought so, he had never had a good opportunity to bring it up. Now, Su Xingchen brought it up.

"Sister-in-law, don't listen to his nonsense. I don't have this idea. You should let Dongxu take care of you in your old age." Yi Zhonghai explained hurriedly, fearing that his purpose would be exposed in the courtyard.

"Yi Zhonghai, just pretend. Besides, the Jia family needs donations? Jia Dongxu makes 35.5 yuan a month. If three people make yuan per month, they can save or yuan a year, right? Besides, who can spend so much in a month now? Also, you said the Jia family is in difficulty, why didn't they sell their sewing machine? By the way, old Uncle Jia lost money when he passed away. Where's such a large sum of money? They say his family is in difficulty, but I think they live better than many people in our courtyard!" Su Xingchen pointed at Qin Huairu and Jia Zhang and said.

A: "That's right. I can support my family of six with my monthly salary of 35.5 yuan and still have some money left over. Why can't they do the same? They also ask us to donate money. Why? I think my family is in trouble too!"

B: "Who do you think you are? If Uncle Sanye doesn't receive his allowance, he can support a family of six with just 28 yuan a month. So why can't his Jia family do that?"

Everyone: "………………"

Listening to the discussion below, Yi Zhonghai finally couldn't hold it in any longer. In order not to lose face for the eldest uncle, he said, "Well, I'll go to the street office to report first and then we'll donate. That's it for today, let's adjourn the meeting." After he finished speaking, people went up to the table to take their money again, and the third uncle also took the opportunity to take 10 yuan.

"Don't take it, this is my family's money. Old Jia, everyone in the yard bullies us~" Jia Zhang sat on the ground and began to summon the undead, but when no one was paying attention, she quickly stuffed the 20 donated by Yi Zhonghai into her hand.

Su Xingchen was too lazy to watch. He was not like those people who traveled back in time and asked Jia Zhangshi to perform the evil show of summoning the dead. "Mom, go home. I'm going out to fish. Brother Zhuzi, are you going?"

"No, my dad will be back with the rain in the evening, so I have to stay at home. I'll go with you next time."

"Okay, then I'm leaving." After saying that, Su Xingchen went home, picked up the fishing gear his father had made for him, and went out, heading towards Shichahai.