Scholars in the courtyard.

Chapter 2309 Yi Zhonghai wants to sell his house
Gangneung!

Zhang Lin walked into the house holding a big box.

A group of people in the room were busy cleaning up and preparing to make dumplings for dinner.

The old father had a peaceful look on his face, and the old mother's face was full of kindness.

My wife was cleaning the table with her sister-in-law, and a group of children were playing in the yard.

My eldest brother passed away this year, so I didn’t prepare any Spring Festival couplets or anything!

We didn't even prepare any firecrackers.

"Dad, Mom, Sister-in-law!"

Zhang Lin walked into the room and put the box on the kang. Everyone's eyes immediately turned to him.

"This was mailed by Yang's army!"

"The postman got the address wrong earlier, and it took him a lot of effort to find our place. We finally made it!"

Zhang Lin explained, and then asked his wife to find a pair of scissors to open it.

For a moment, everyone in the room widened their eyes.

“So many clothes!”

"This is for the child! This is a cotton-padded jacket, a new one!"

"Gloves, socks, and cotton shoes!"

"Also, candy. This is White Rabbit Milk Candy."

"Wow, I want candy wrappers, vegetable Ai"

For a moment, the children were shouting and screaming, and every time they took out something, there was an exclamation.

Only after Zhang Lin took out all the things did he finally pick up a letter stuck on the wooden box.

At this moment, the children's eyes are on the new clothes, and the adults' eyes are on the letter!

Dad held the pipe and smoked hard.

I held my eldest brother’s boy in my arms.

My sister-in-law's eyes are already red.

Zhang Lin did not expect that in addition to the benefits given by his superiors, he also received a gift from Yang Xiaotao.

You know, the benefits given to Zhang Shan by the higher-ups are more than those given to the factory director!
There are so many things, so many people are jealous!

But now, there is an unexpected surprise.

Under the gaze of everyone, Zhang Lin calmed down, opened the envelope, and took out a piece of paper inside.

After folding it, there are lines of beautiful penmanship.

"Dear Ms. Meng Hua, hello!"

Zhang Lin looked up at his sister-in-law, and then continued reading, "On the occasion of this festive season, on behalf of all the leaders of the Ninth Department, I send you our best wishes... I wish you and your family good health and all the best in the new year..."

"As a member of the big family of Jiubu, we will always remember the contribution made by Martyr Zhang Shan..."

"Please believe us and keep up with the pace of our nine departments. We will keep moving forward and our future will be better..."

“I would like to express my respect with this letter!”

"Ninth Division, Yang Xiaotao!"

After reading it, Zhang Lin felt a lump in his nose.

My sister-in-law has cried her eyes out.

My mother even muttered to herself, "They haven't forgotten Shanzi! They haven't forgotten Shanzi..."

"Sister-in-law, be sure to keep this letter!"

Zhang Lin looked at the address on the envelope and said solemnly.

The sister-in-law nodded, wiped her nose, and then put the letter away.

Dad coughed and said, "Well, it's New Year's Day, let the children put on new clothes and have fun!"

When the father speaks, the child will immediately become happy.

The old lady at the side looked at the red cotton jacket and hesitated, "It's not good for us this year!"

The old man snorted coldly, "Our Shanzi is a martyr, and everything he builds is red, so what's the taboo!"

"I have the final say, wear it!"

"It would make Shanzi happy to see it."

Dad’s words were final, Mom nodded immediately, and the children cried out.

The eldest sister-in-law burst into laughter and at that moment, she had no thoughts at all. She just wanted to raise his children in this Zhang family!
"Lin Zi!"

The father and the other walked out of the house. The old man smacked his pipe and his expression became serious again.

"Dad, tell me!"

Zhang Lin knew that his father must have something to say!

"Lin Zi, take good care of your brother here. I'll have an explanation for him when I get down!"

"I know Dad!"

"Well, I was a little worried at first that the orphan and widow would be bullied, but now I feel much more relieved!"

Zhang Lin nodded. Even if there was nothing else, just the letter from Yang Xiaotao. If he encountered any difficulties, he could take it out and go to Sijiu City to look for it. Yang Xiaotao would help him!
As for other people who want to make a move, they have to think carefully!

Because in Beijing, there is someone who remembers them.

This is enough!

"Our family has received favors from others, and we should repay the kindness!"

After a long time, Dad's voice came again.

Zhang Lin was shocked, and then he said solemnly, "Dad, I know what to do even if you don't tell me!"

Bang bang bang bang
Firecrackers rang out in the yard. Yang Xiaotao picked up a bamboo pole. After Lao Jin lit the firecrackers, he quickly ran back and stood with Lao Hong.

The master behind him looked respectful as he watched the exploding sparks. Past scenes flashed through his mind. Then he looked at the lively crowd around him and couldn't help but sigh.

These days are getting better and better!
On the side, Duanwu was holding a string of firecrackers and lighting incense in his hand. Behind him were two little ones who had just woken up, staring with their eyes wide open.

Their targets are all in the yard, and when the firecrackers stop, it's their turn.

Even though Yang Xiaotao reserved a lot of firecrackers for the children in advance, the children still loved the fun of picking up the ones they found!
In the house, when the firecrackers sounded, Ms. Cui put the dumplings into the pot, and the boiling water instantly became calm.

Ran Qiuye opened the lid of the pot next to her and took out the warm dishes inside to prepare for serving.

Cuiping didn't go home this year, mainly because she was not feeling well.

Besides, no one knew where Yu Zecheng had gone and he was nowhere to be seen during the New Year.

Cuiping has also gotten used to it.

Papapa

At this moment, the sound of firecrackers was like thunder, covering the entire city.

"Happy New Year!"

"Happy New Year!"

People in the yard greeted him, and in a few steps, Yang Xiaotao walked around the yard.

There were three wine glasses, three pairs of chopsticks, and three bowls of dishes on the main table in the old Taoist's house in the backyard.

Yang Xiaotao knew that at this time every year, the Taoist priest would set up a table and then chant for a while.

What is expressed there is the longing for deceased comrades and the remembrance of the past.

Yang Xiaotao did not interrupt and waited quietly until the Taoist priest finished reading, and then they went home together.

"Ten years!"

The old Taoist stroked his beard and said in a faint voice, Yang Xiaotao slowed down his pace!

"I pulled it back from there, and ended up going to the northwest, and never went back."

"In ten years, I have traveled from south to north, from east to west, and have traveled all over the country, but I have never returned home."

"Ten years!"

“I’ve thought about it so many times, but I can’t go back!”

There is a sense of loneliness and helplessness in the plain voice!
Yang Xiaotao suddenly thought of Squad Leader Hao, the piece of paper given to him by Platoon Leader Du, the coordinates on it, and the martyrs buried there!
"Yeah, I want to go see it too!"

After saying that, he looked at the old Taoist priest and said, "There will be a chance."

"When the time comes, we will use a plane to pick them all up."

The old Taoist nodded, "If I can't see it anymore, remember to put us together and follow them, so that you can feel at ease."

Yang Xiaotao nodded, then glared again, "What you said means that you feel uneasy being with us."

The old Taoist stroked his beard and said, "Others don't have it, but it's hard to say for you."

"Okay, okay, okay. You just don't want to work. I'll let you step down next year. That's it."

"Second line? Can't you just be more straightforward?"

"No."

"you"

"Infinite Heavenly Lord."

The two of them quarreled and then came home.

Lao Jin pulled the Taoist priest to take a seat quickly, Yang Xiaotao greeted Lao Hong, and then everyone started to eat the New Year's Eve dinner.

The home of Yi Zhonghai in the Central Courtyard.

In the room, Yi Zhonghai sat at the table, looking at the steaming dumplings on the table. He looked at Qin Huairu, then nodded knowingly.

"Uncle, congratulations on your return. Let's all raise our glasses and toast."

Qin Huairu held the cup and spoke to everyone at the table.

Qin Jingru also picked up the cup after hearing this, "Yes, yes, let's celebrate for the uncle."

The aunt was also happy.

She didn't expect that her husband would not only come back to celebrate the New Year, but also create a "world" for himself in the countryside.

Now, Yi Zhonghai, relying on his skills, repaired a tractor during a rural work, which immediately attracted the attention of the villagers.

As the saying goes, a county magistrate is not as good as a local manager. Although there is a repair shop in the town, if it is to repair a car, it will take at least half a day, and a lot of things can be done in this half a day.

So, whenever there is a mechanical failure, everyone will ask Yi Zhonghai to take a look first and try to repair it.

As an eighth-level fitter, Yi Zhonghai calmed down and actually figured out the not-so-complicated walk-behind tractor.

After several consecutive repairs, Yi Zhonghai's status in the village continued to rise.

In addition, he knew how to make some tools, so the village branch kept him in the village without having to work in the fields.

Yi Zhonghai could also earn something with his skills and live a decent life.

Later, Qin Huairu found Yi Zhonghai, and the two began to cooperate, exchanging medicinal wine for things around them.

This time Qin Huairu learned her lesson. The medicinal liquor she took out was not fake. Nine of them were fake and one was real. If they really had effects on people, they would gain a good reputation.

So during this period before the New Year, they worked together and exchanged a lot of things from the countryside.

Of course, in order to "verify" the authenticity of the medicinal wine, Yi Zhonghai tested the medicine himself.

It works.
If I were not in poor health, I could have come a few more times.

"I discovered that not all things in this village are bad."

Yi Zhonghai suddenly spoke, and everyone in the room nodded.

Qin Huairu was even happier helping to pour the wine, because Yi Zhonghai's 'rise' again not only gave her more channels, but also gave her hope.

"What the uncle said is right. Not all people in the countryside are useless."

Qin Huairu agreed with a smile, and Qin Jingru pouted while eating dumplings, "Then why don't you go back?"

"Who would want to stay there, working so hard and earning only a few dollars a year? Even a dog can't survive that."

Qin Huairu winked at Qin Jingru, but Qin Jingru kept eating dumplings with her head down, mumbling to herself.

Seeing that it was useless, Qin Huairu kicked him and said, "I can't even stop your mouth when I eat."

Qin Jingru leaned down, glanced at Qin Huairu with her big eyes, then when she looked at Yi Zhonghai, she smiled apologetically and continued eating.

Yi Zhonghai didn't take Qin Jingru's words to heart. This woman was not stupid, but foolish.

You are so young and you are tied to this yard just for a house, wasting your youth. Isn't that stupid?
By the time Xu Damao came out, she would be older.

There is no choice but to accept my fate.

What if there were no more children? Haha.

He was sure that Qin Jingru would be even more miserable than them in the future.

However, thinking about the house, Yi Zhonghai decided not to hide it anymore.

"Huai Ru, I originally wanted to tell you about this after the New Year."

"But now that we are talking about the country, let's just say it."

Yi Zhonghai put down his chopsticks and looked serious.

Seeing this, the old lady was also in a dilemma and felt conflicted.

But Yi Zhonghai is the one who makes the decisions in this family, so nothing she says can make any difference.

"Uncle, what do you want to say?"

Yi Zhonghai sighed first, then said, "Huai Ru, you know what has happened in this courtyard in the past few years."

"As long as that family doesn't move out, there will be no future for our two families."

"Besides, it's cramped here and I can't sleep well."

As Yi Zhonghai spoke, Qin Huairu's face turned pale.

How could she not know this?

She wanted to stay here, firstly for the sake of life in the city and to eat the food supplies.

Secondly, he wanted to see the Yang family’s tall building collapse, so that he could vent his anger.

But now, the other party was climbing up step by step, getting higher and higher, making her hold her anger for a long time.

Now that Yi Zhonghai mentioned this, she had a bad feeling, "Uncle, you..."

Yi Zhonghai looked at Qin Huairu's face with some reluctance, and he also felt reluctant to leave the house.

But, what’s the use of being reluctant?
The people in the courtyard treated him like a stranger.

What's the difference between staying here and going to jail?

It would be better to go to the countryside.

Seeing that Qin Huairu understood what he meant, Yi Zhonghai nodded directly, "Yes, I plan to sell the house and move to the countryside!"

"This old bone will soon be buried, so I just want to live a few days of peace and quiet and end the rest of my life."

Qin Huairu turned pale when she heard this.

Without Yi Zhonghai and Auntie, can she still live in this courtyard?