Siheyuan: The beauty Xueru Huizhen, the birds are jealous

Residents expressed their support one after another, realizing that this was a crucial step for the courtyard house to move towards a new life.

Liu Haizhong sat in the corner, with a complex emotion in his eyes. He used to be the manager, but was dismissed for various reasons.

Now, he sees a chance to regain his position, but at the same time he is also worried that this is a trap set by Director Xu to restore his position. His heart is full of contradictions and struggles.

Yi Zhonghai seemed even more excited. He was once the pride of Siheyuan, but lost his position because of a mistake. Now, he saw a chance to prove himself again, and he was eager to regain everyone's trust and respect. There was a firm light in his eyes, as if he had seen the dawn of victory.

In addition to Liu Haizhong and Yi Zhonghai, Xu Damao, Nan Yi, Xu Huizhen and others also joined the ranks of candidates. Their appearance made the election more intense and interesting.

However, Xu Huizhen's participation in the election aroused doubts and dissatisfaction from Liu Haizhong, who believed that a woman should not participate in such a male-dominated competition.

His remarks aroused dissatisfaction and rebuttal from other residents, who believed that everyone had the right to contribute to the future of the courtyard.

At this critical moment, Yang Ming stood up, firmly supporting Xu Huizhen's candidacy and expressing his dissatisfaction with Liu Haizhong's doubts.

He said: "Siheyuan is our home, and everyone has the responsibility to contribute to it. Although Xu Huizhen is a woman, she is also capable of contributing to the future of Siheyuan. We should respect everyone's choices and efforts." Yang Ming's words won everyone's applause and support.

As the election approaches, the residents of the courtyard begin to prepare for the upcoming election. They discuss their respective candidates and share their views and opinions.

The candidates also started their intense campaign, showing their abilities and advantages in various ways. The courtyard was filled with anticipation and tension.

"Liu Haizhong, what makes you say that Xu Huizhen cannot participate in the selection of the steward?" Yang Ming's voice was firm and powerful, breaking the tranquility of the yard.

Liu Haizhong was stunned for a moment, then retorted: "I am an old man in this courtyard, so my words naturally carry weight. How can Xu Huizhen, a woman, be the head of the family?"

Yang Ming sneered and asked, "Your words carry more weight than Director Xu's? You want to disqualify Xu Huizhen from the election with just one sentence?"

Liu Haizhong's face froze, and he stammered and couldn't speak. Seeing this, Yang Ming continued, "I think you are obsessed with feudal ideas and look down on the working women in our school. The teacher said that women hold up half the sky, so why do you look down on them?"

As soon as these words came out, the courtyard exploded. The women gathered around and talked about it. Xu Huizhen stood in the crowd, with a hint of embarrassment on her face, but more of determination.

"Yang Ming is right!" Director Xu's voice suddenly rang out. He walked into the crowd and patted Yang Ming on the shoulder. "Every resident in our courtyard is eligible to participate in the selection, including women. Liu Haizhong, your thinking is too backward."

Liu Haizhong blushed at what Director Xu said, but he still muttered unwillingly: "Women are women, how can they be the boss?"

As soon as these words came out, the women in the courtyard expressed their dissatisfaction. They gathered around Liu Haizhong and started to criticize him. Yang Ming took the opportunity to say, "Xu Huizhen has been running a tavern on Qianmen Street for many years. She has managed it in an orderly manner and has never made any mistakes. Can the affairs of a courtyard be more complicated than a tavern? She is fully capable of participating in the management of the courtyard..."

The women nodded in agreement, expressing their approval of Xu Huizhen's ability. Director Xu also took the opportunity to say, "The selection of the steward should be fair and just, without gender discrimination. Liu Haizhong, you should reflect on this."

Liu Haizhong was speechless and had to leave in disgrace. Second Auntie stood aside, looking at Liu Haizhong's back, feeling mixed emotions. She thought of everything she had done for Liu Haizhong, giving birth to children, serving him three meals a day...but in the end, she did not get the respect and return she deserved.

A feeling of resentment welled up in Second Aunt's heart. She felt like an invisible person who was ignored. She began to reflect on her relationship with Liu Haizhong, as well as her status and value in the family. She realized that she could not continue like this, and she had to fight for the dignity and status she deserved.

Director Xu looked at the change in Second Aunt's expression and understood something. He walked over to Second Aunt and said softly, "Second Aunt, you are a good woman and deserve better treatment. I hope you can stand up bravely and fight for your rights."

After hearing what Director Xu said, Auntie Er felt a warm current in her heart. She looked at Director Xu gratefully, and then left the yard silently. She knew that she needed to think carefully about how to go in the future.

"Liu Haizhong, I heard everything you said just now!" Director Xu's voice was like thunder, exploding in Liu Haizhong's heart. His legs softened and he knelt on the ground involuntarily, with cold sweat pouring down his forehead.

"I...I..." Liu Haizhong stuttered, wanting to explain, but he didn't know where to start. He felt extremely regretful, blaming himself for speaking too quickly and saying things he shouldn't have said.

"Do you know? Once your words get out, not only will your reputation in our steel mill be ruined, but even your family won't be able to hold their heads up outside!" Director Xu's voice was stern and cold, and every word was like a needle piercing his heart.

Liu Haizhong lowered his head, his heart filled with fear and regret. He knew that he had really gotten into trouble this time. He took a deep breath and summoned up the courage to say, "Director Xu, I...I was wrong. I just spoke too quickly and had no ill intentions. I...I am willing to accept any punishment."

Director Xu looked at Liu Haizhong, with a complex emotion flashing in her eyes. She was silent for a moment, then slowly said: "Okay, since you know you are wrong, then apologize to Xu Huizhen, and then write a 3,000-word self-criticism and send it to the street office the day after tomorrow."

Liu Haizhong felt relieved and nodded in agreement. He knew that this was the last chance Director Xu gave him. He swore to himself that he would be careful in what he said and did in the future and never make such a mistake again.

The next day, Liu Haizhong stood in front of Xu Huizhen and bowed deeply: "Comrade Xu Huizhen, I...I apologize to you. What I said yesterday was unintentional. I hope you can forgive me."

Xu Huizhen looked at Liu Haizhong, and a complex emotion flashed in her eyes. She nodded and said calmly: "I accept your apology. But 437, I hope you can remember the lesson this time and don't make the same mistake again in the future."

Liu Haizhong nodded repeatedly, his heart full of gratitude.