Siheyuan: Buyers get rich from hunting

However, this matter also caused the people in the yard to think. He Yuzhu, Xu Damao, the first uncle, the second uncle, and the third uncle sat together under the old locust tree in the yard. The shadows of the tree fell on them in dappled patterns. Everyone had a serious or thoughtful expression on his face. A discussion about money management and yard repair began.

He Yuzhu was the first to break the silence. He leaned back in his chair carelessly and said in a rough voice: "If you ask me, we have to find a reliable person to manage this money. We have collected money to do things in our yard before, but in the end the money was spent unclearly and the work was not done properly. We can't repeat the same mistake this time." As he spoke, he gestured with his hands, as if he wanted to vent all his previous dissatisfaction.

When Xu Damao heard this, the corners of his mouth rose slightly, revealing a sarcastic smile, and he said sarcastically: "Hey, Zhuzi, it's easy for you to say. Then who will be the reliable person? You? Or me? I think it's not appropriate for anyone to be in charge. Maybe one day the money will be in your pocket." Xu Damao has always been at odds with He Yuzhu, so naturally he would not miss this opportunity to argue.

When He Yuzhu heard what Xu Damao said, he immediately flew into a rage. He slammed the table, stood up, pointed at Xu Damao's nose and cursed: "Xu Damao, stop slandering me here! I, He Yuzhu, am upright and honest, and I would never do such a wicked thing. But you, who only think about scheming against others all day long, I think you are the most unreliable one!"

Seeing that the two were about to quarrel, the old man quickly stood up, put his hands down, and said, "Alright, alright, stop arguing. We are here to discuss business today, not to quarrel. Xu Damao, stop arguing with Zhuzi. Zhuzi, calm down too. Let's think about how to manage this money."

The second uncle nodded, adjusted his reading glasses, and said slowly, "Uncle One is right. The management of this money is indeed a big problem. I think we can set up an oversight group, composed of a few of us uncles and a few young representatives. Every expenditure must be approved by the oversight group, and detailed records must be kept so that everyone can have a clear idea of ​​what's going on."

The third uncle's eyes lit up when he heard this, and he quickly agreed, "Second uncle, this is a great idea! This will not only ensure the safety of the money, but also allow everyone to participate in supervision. However, the records must be written clearly and there can be no ambiguity. Also, the accounts must be published in the courtyard every month so that everyone can see where the money was spent."

He Yuzhu's anger subsided a lot after hearing what the two uncles said. He scratched his head and said, "What the two uncles said makes sense. However, the candidates for this supervisory group must be carefully selected. We can't choose those who are greedy and irresponsible. I think people like Lou Xiao'e and Qin Huairu are quite suitable. They are upright and warm-hearted."

Although Xu Damao was still a little dissatisfied, seeing that everyone was discussing it so seriously, he didn't want to deliberately disrupt it. He curled his lips and said, "Okay, since everyone feels the same way, then I have no objection. However, we have to hurry up and repair the yard. You see, the road in the yard is full of potholes. When it rains, it's full of water, making it difficult to walk. And those houses, some of them are leaking. If we don't fix them, they will be uninhabitable."

The old man nodded and said, "Xu Damao is right. The renovation of this courtyard is indeed urgent. However, we need to make a budget first to see how much it will cost. Then, based on everyone's actual situation, we can share the expenses proportionally. For those whose families are in financial difficulty, we can also take appropriate care of them."

The second uncle continued, "Yes, the budget is very important. We can find a few knowledgeable people to come up with estimates. For example, for the pillars, he often works outside and should be more familiar with this area. Also, the repair plan must be carefully planned, and we can't just repair it blindly. We should fix the areas that need repair most first, such as leaking houses and potholes in the road."

The third uncle took out a small notebook from his pocket and carefully wrote down everyone's comments. As he wrote, he said, "I think we can also mobilize the children in the yard to help spread the word and let everyone know the importance of this yard renovation. In addition, the children can help pick up trash and clean up debris to contribute to the renovation work."

After listening to what the Third Uncle said, He Yuzhu smiled and said, "Third Uncle, your idea is really good. Letting the children participate can not only cultivate their sense of responsibility, but also teach them to cherish their living environment. I think it will work!"

Xu Damao also smiled, a rare moment, and said, "I didn't expect Third Uncle to be so thoughtful. Okay, let's do this. However, we have to agree that once the renovation work begins, everyone must work together and not slack off. If anyone dares to slack off, don't blame us for being rude."

Everyone chatted, the atmosphere growing increasingly lively. The setting sun's rays bathed them in warmth and hope, bringing a sense of hope to the small courtyard. After much discussion, they finally came up with a preliminary plan, providing a clear direction for both the management of funds and the renovation of the courtyard.

In the days that followed, everyone in the yard took action. The oversight team diligently fulfilled their responsibilities, strictly controlling every expenditure. Those with expertise busied themselves with budgeting and planning renovations. Young people and children worked together to clear debris and level the ground. Through everyone's combined efforts, the yard gradually transformed. The potholes in the road became smooth, the leaky roofs stopped leaking, and the entire yard took on a whole new look.

This discussion about money management and yard renovations has also fostered closer neighborhood relations. Everyone understands that nothing is impossible when everyone works together. Thanks to everyone's unity and hard work, this small yard has become more welcoming, harmonious, and full of vitality.