Courtyard House: He Yuzhu started in 1948

On the third day of the Lunar New Year, January 31, 1949, at 1:8 pm, all eight armies and 25 divisions under the Beiping Garrison Command withdrew from the city. A vanguard force of the Northeast Field Army, skilled in defense and with strict military discipline, entered the city through Xizhimen and officially began to take over the defense of Beiping. At the same time, the Military Control Commission, which had been established earlier, and the government personnel who had been pre-arranged also entered Beiping one after another.

Those who laid down their weapons were either allowed to stay voluntarily for review and reorganization, or given a note to return to their local communities if they did not wish to stay.

XXX, who participated in the peaceful liberation of Beiping, should be considered to have made a contribution. He now voluntarily returns to his hometown to seek a new livelihood. Those who reside in our liberated area should enjoy the general rights of the people and should be allocated a share of land. All past matters will be forgiven. This is hereby certified.

Then they gave them travel expenses to go home.

After the army entered the city, they did not commit any offenses against the people.

Because they are disciplined.

During the meeting in 48, they imposed strict rules on themselves, establishing eight regulations upon entering the city. These regulations, combined with existing discipline and precautions, were extremely rigorous. See the following:

No entry to private areas or public places such as theaters!

For three months after entering the city, you are not allowed to communicate, meet with guests, visit friends, or go out to visit scenic spots and historical sites!

Hands must not move, mouths must not speak, and feet must not wander!

Each rule appears simple and unadorned, yet it is a strict set of regulations.

Is this the discipline a victor should have?

These are the soldiers of our people!

The entry into the city on January 31 was just the vanguard; the real entry ceremony would not take place until February 3.

Today's soldiers don't have many places to live.

As the army entered the city, flags were raised at several office locations. At this point, the Fifth Middle School was no longer isolated and helpless.

It's safe outside!

After cheering and jumping for joy, the students said goodbye to their classmates and went home. Walking through the hutongs of Beiping, their faces were full of smiles and their heads were held high.

Stand tall and proud!

On this day, the army was changing shifts, and there were many things to do. The seven or eight thousand cadres who had received special training in Liangxiang also entered the city.

Having taken over Beiping, the next step is to ensure that the city remains in order and is well-governed!

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Many things happened that day.

But the army that entered the city acted as if they had nothing to do with the common people.

It was a very peaceful day!

That evening, two cadres who took over the area and five soldiers carrying rifles appeared in Qingyun Hutong, led by Lü Qinghao.

"Master He, is Master He home?"

As soon as he entered the house, Lü Qinghuan started shouting. He happened to see Jia Zhangshi lighting a coal stove in the courtyard. Jia Zhangshi also saw him... She was especially startled when she saw the soldiers with long guns behind Lü Qinghuan.

My God... why are they carrying guns again?

Now Jia Zhangshi trembles at the sight of a gun... Jia Zhangshi is just afraid, but she is not stupid. Moreover, as the family member of a mid-level technician, why would a farmer with no looks or appearance be favored by Jia Gui?

Arranged marriage by parents and matchmaker?

Don't be ridiculous. This kind of thing didn't exist during the Republic of China era. No matter what, Jia Gui was a skilled worker who had received a good education, but he still couldn't escape the clutches of Jia Zhangshi. Moreover, after marriage, his salary and everything else were completely controlled by her, which shows how ruthless Jia Zhangshi was.

Isn't Lü Qinghuan just a teacher?

Why are those armed men like his subordinates?

Could it be... that it's starting to stand up?

Thinking back to the days when Lü Qinghuan was held at gunpoint by the secret service's lackeys at school, and now the ones holding the guns are Lü Qinghuan's subordinates... without even looking, he must be feeling better.

"Teacher Lü? What brings you here?"

With a broad smile, Jia Zhangshi quickly wiped the coal dust off her hands and stepped forward to greet Lü Qinghuan: "Teacher Lü, come in and have a seat."

"No need, Auntie, I'll go find Master He."

After finishing speaking, Lü Qinghuan turned to the two cadres behind him who were taking over the work and said, "Her name is... Auntie, what's your name again?"

Previously, Jia Zhangshi received her salary but it was never recorded by name.

"Zhang Juhua... no, Zhang Huaju!"

Zhang Juhua sounded too awful, so Jia Zhangshi reversed the characters herself to show that her real name was Zhang Huaju.

Let's call her Zhang Huaju then.

Lu Qinghuan then said to the two cadres in charge of taking over the work: "This Comrade Zhang Huaju used to be a kitchen helper in the Fifth Middle School canteen. Under Zhu Zi's leadership, she has become quite progressive in her thinking. When we were protecting the flag, she stood in front of Zhu Zi... Zhu Zi is the son of Master He we are looking for. He is very progressive and has also led the others in the compound to progress..."

ho!

This is quite a courageous old lady.

The cadres who took over immediately saluted to show their respect.

When Jia Zhangshi saw this scene, she was so frightened that she didn't know what to do with her hands.

"W-What's going on here?"

Madam Jia looked at Lü Qinghuan, puzzled: "Why...why are you saluting me?"

"Auntie, this is out of respect for you."

Lü Qinghuan decided to explain to Jia Zhangshi later; right now, the priority was finding He Daqing, as she had important matters to attend to: "Auntie, is Master He Daqing home?"

"No, after lunch he took a broom and led a bunch of kids to clean up, and they haven't come back yet."

Jia Zhangshi looked helpless and said to Lü Qinghao, "Brother Daqing is just kind-hearted. He takes so many children who have nothing to do with him to make a living, and he doesn't earn much money himself... His son Zhuzi is even more remarkable. He's the famous 'Little Mengchang' in our Qingyun Hutong. Oh, is he called Sai Mengchang or Little Mengchang again... I'm sorry, Teacher Lü, I forgot."

The current Jia Zhangshi still remembers the kindness of He Daqing and He Yuzhu, and hasn't tried to trip them up with her words... Otherwise, she would definitely be the one who suffers!

Upon hearing this, the cadres who took over the position were filled with awe.

These cadres who took over the area had nowhere to live and were subject to regulations against disturbing the people, so they basically worked together at the Fifth Middle School, which was located on several streets near the school. Of course, this was only a temporary measure. Once a group of heinous criminals and corrupt officials were brought to justice, they would have a place to live.

At No. 5 Middle School, all we heard was how He Daqing and his son supported them and how progressive their thinking was. But when we went to investigate in person... we didn't need to hear about it anymore; we saw it for ourselves.

Lü Qinghuan wanted to say something more, but the cadre in charge of taking over was no longer interested: "Comrade Lü Qinghuan, could you please ask Comrade Zhang Huaju to take us to find Comrade He Daqing?"

Before Lü Qinghuan could speak, Jia Zhangshi stepped forward and said, "Sure, I'll take you there right away!"

As she spoke, Madam Jia walked ahead, recounting the glorious deeds of He Daqing and He Yuzhu... and of course, her own contributions as well.

Jia Zhangshi spoke deliberately loudly, especially when passing by other people's houses, her voice was the loudest.

She mainly wanted to show off to her neighbors: I know someone who has a gun, so don't mess with me in the future!

But the neighbors scoffed at it.

Without He Yuzhu's help, you're nothing!