Siheyuan: Rebirth 52 years later, escaping from famine in Beijing

Lu Weimin handed his ballot to Xiaohan and asked her to vote for his sister-in-law. "Brother Weimin, which ones did you vote for?" Xiaohan asked out of curiosity. Shazhu, who was also an adult and had the right to vote, also came to inquire about Lu Weimin's choice. Not only the two of them, but also some other residents around came over to ask for details.

Unlike many residents who secretly filled out their ballots without letting others know, Lu Weimin chose to openly and openly express his opinion. Three names were written on his ballot: Yan Bugui, Yi Zhonghai, and Liu Haizhong!

Seeing this result, both Sha Zhu and Xiao Han were very surprised - this was an unexpected result! They didn't understand: Why did Lu Weimin vote for Yi Zhonghai?

Facing everyone's confusion, Lu Weimin patiently explained: "The reasons are as follows:

First, choosing the most suitable three among several people is not as easy as it seems;

Secondly, my criteria for judging are work performance rather than just personal feelings. Although I don’t admire Yi Zhonghai personally, he is the better candidate among these candidates in terms of his ability to get things done. If he is elected, it will be helpful to the residents of the slum.

Based on the understanding of the previous situation, it can be expected that even if Yan Bugui holds this position, it will be difficult to maintain order in the compound without the support of Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong who are capable of practical tasks. Compared with scholars who can only talk, pragmatic and hardworking workers like them are more suitable to contribute to maintaining community harmony. I hope that by voting for capable people, our big family will be more peaceful and harmonious. "

Through this passage, Lu Weimin expressed his seemingly selfless side while also not concealing his deep selfish considerations.

Both Sha Zhu and Xiao Han suddenly realized something after listening to it. They felt that Brother Wei Min was really broad-minded. They were ashamed of themselves and also developed a lot of admiration for the neighbors around them.

Just like that, all the ballots were collected.

After counting, the results showed that Yi Zhonghai received the most votes. Yan Bugui ranked second, with only one vote less than the former; and Liu Haizhong came in third, with two votes less than Yan Bugui.

This process reflects everyone's collective consensus and high hopes for future life.

Next, the street office leaders came to Lu Weimin's home for an intense discussion. After about ten minutes, the results came out.

Director Wang announced:

"First place: Yan Bugui. Second place: Yi Zhonghai. Third place: Liu Haizhong."

Yan Bugui was very happy to hear the result. He knew that his victory was all due to Lu Weimin's support, and his heart was filled with gratitude.

Yi Zhonghai was a little disappointed, but he felt that being the second was also a good choice. After all, being selected would not mean being at the bottom. Deputy Director Yi had previously told him that he actually had the highest number of votes.

However, because there were some stains when dealing with the issue of He Daqing's living expenses for Sha Zhu, even though a solution was finally reached and it was explained that this was "for Sha Zhu's good", it was after all a decision he made privately, which resulted in him not being able to get the first place in the end.

Despite this, Yi Zhonghai's group was very happy to be elected as one of the management members. They included the deaf old lady, Jia Dongxu and his wife, and others. Later, Yan Bugui, Yi Zhonghai, and Liu Haizhong all received the appointment letters of management committee members, especially Yi Zhonghai, who looked particularly excited. He thought that after several months of depression, he finally felt like he had turned the tables, and with this new identity, he was more confident in interacting with Lu Weimin's family.

Although he is a manager in the academy, the other family has a junior staff member currently working in the art troupe; you have to know that Lu Weimin is just a student now.

However, in fact, in the historical stage when the Military Control Commission has gradually withdrawn (during Li Nuo's administration), the rights of the military are no longer as strong as before. Even Lu Weimin's wife is currently an ordinary civilian worker.

Yi Zhonghai was very happy at this time, thinking that he could now be on an equal footing with the important families in the hospital. So Director Wang and others began to leave.

Before leaving, Director Wang gave a speech of encouragement to the new members, and then everyone including Lu Weimin, the three committee members, and other neighbors warmly saw the street office staff off as they left the courtyard. Just as they arrived at the door, a car drove into the alley.

The car stopped right in front of them. Everyone looked over there.

Zhang Yunfei helped the pregnant Li Jing get out of the car. "Director Li, you're a little late. The members of your hospital's management committee have already been selected!" Director Wang said with a smile.

Director Li?!

This is Li Jing! Director Wang calls Li Jing the supervisor!

Everyone present was stunned. This was unbelievable. Lu Weimin's wife clearly worked in the art troupe, how did she suddenly become the "director"? Was she promoted?

Confused, he asked his companion, "Director Yi, have you heard? I just heard the director call her supervisor." The deputy director replied, "She is a director of the Qianmen District Office."

He was stunned when he heard the news.

After all his efforts, he finally got the position of hospital manager, which gave him some confidence. He thought that as a new leader of the hospital, he would have more advantages in communicating with Lu Weimin's family. However, he did not expect that Lu Weimin's wife was already a deputy director of the local street management department. Even though she was not the specific leader of the Red Star District where he was, her current status was not comparable to that of an insignificant person in charge of a small hospital. Would he still be under their pressure?

This was a huge blow to Yi Zhonghai, who had always hoped to break free from his constraints, and his face revealed disappointment that was difficult to hide.

At Lu Weimin's home.

After seeing off Director Wang from the subdistrict office and his group, Lu Weimin asked his wife with concern: "How was the examination? Is the child okay?"

Li Jing smiled brightly: "The doctor said the baby is very healthy and has a good physique!"

Lu Weimin was also very happy. He knew that the child's health and strength were not only due to his good genes, but also to the mysterious spring water that his wife often drank. This water was indeed a first-class good thing. After his wife drank it, her skin color and physical condition improved significantly.

Even his sister Fei, after drinking the same spring water, looked younger and more beautiful, making it difficult to guess her actual age.

After a while, Sha Zhu brought the food over and the whole family began to enjoy dinner.

The three newly elected uncles - Yan Bugui, Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong - decided after discussion to hold the first general meeting of the courtyard at 7:30 p.m., with the aim of using their newly elected influence to establish their prestige and allow residents to adapt to the new management model.

The meeting time was approaching, and every household in the compound was notified one by one to attend the meeting.

Although the original plan was to take a walk after dinner, after learning that a general meeting of the entire compound was being held, Lu Weimin and his family decided to cancel the walk and actively participate in the affairs of the compound. After all, his wife Li Jing is the director of the street office, and it is impossible for her not to participate in such activities to avoid negative impacts.

Finally the meeting time arrived and noisy sounds gradually began to be heard outside.

Lu Weimin, his wife and daughter Xiaohan walked out of the door, and his sister Zhang Yunfei also followed them out to watch the fun.

"Has Weimin eaten yet?" "Hello, Director Li!"

When everyone saw them, they greeted them warmly and their eyes were full of envy.

Qin Huairu held her son Jia Dongxu in her arms and watched the neighbors around her warmly greeting Lu Weimin and his wife, her heart filled with jealousy.

"He's already deputy director at such a young age, and it's all because of his family connections..."

However, although Qin Huairu was not convinced in her heart, she still remained polite on the surface. After all, the people should not fight against the officials.

In the courtyard, there was an old eight-person table with three enamel teacups on it. The three old men sat down in rows.

Sitting at the front was Yan Bugui, the general manager of the compound, and his two assistants, Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong, sat on either side. Yan Bugui looked solemn, with his hands clasped on his knees and a solemn face, like a senior leader.

But despite appearing calm on the surface, Yan Bugui was actually nervous. He was not sure if he could imitate the school's leadership style in conducting meetings.

More and more people gathered in the yard.

Lu Weimin and his family also walked into the venue.

Lu Weimin was very surprised to see the three uncles sitting together and seriously entering the leadership state.

At this time, Yan Bugui, Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong also noticed that Lu Weimin's family came in, and they all cast their concerned glances over. After all, Lu Weimin's family was an important presence in this courtyard.

Yan Bugui immediately stood up, with a warm smile on his face, and greeted him: "Hello, Director Li!"

Then he said to his eldest son Yan Jiecheng, "Big brother, quickly bring a chair over for Director Li. She is pregnant now, so don't let her stand for too long."

Liu Haizhong was not to be outdone and hurriedly greeted Lu Weimin and his wife. Power can sometimes really overwhelm people.

Yi Zhonghai knew very well that in order to gain respect from others, he had to respect his superiors, so he had to force a smile and stand up to greet them.

Li Jing smiled and said, "At work, I am the director of the street office. In the courtyard, I am just an ordinary resident. Please don't be too polite, gentlemen!"

Although Li Jing said so, Yan Bugui and the others knew in their hearts that a leader is a leader! No matter where you are, if you offend someone in normal times, you will suffer.

Lu Weimin did not sit down, but asked his wife, Xiaohan and Sister Fei to sit down. He stood behind his wife and gently put his arm around her shoulders.

After the three of them sat down, they attracted more attention, even more than the three uncles.

Although the three uncles knew that the attention had shifted to the three women, they had no choice but to remain silent. When everyone was present, Liu Haizhong was the first to stand up and give a speech:

"The main reason we called everyone to the meeting today is because we have newly elected three new managers: me, Old Yan, and Old Yi. I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to everyone and discuss how to further enhance the friendship between neighbors, ensure the safety of the courtyard, and never allow any bad elements to infiltrate and cause damage. In addition, we also hope that we can be rated as an excellent residential area every year."

Then, he said that Yan Bugui would preside over the meeting. As soon as Liu Haizhong finished speaking, he looked at Yan Bugui.

Yan Bugui excitedly stood up and began to speak an impassioned speech, mainly calling on residents to work together to improve the environment of the courtyard and create a better future under the leadership of Director Li and the three elders.

Finally, Yi Zhonghai delivered a concluding speech and announced:

"Today's first full-house meeting ended successfully!"