After the plenary meeting of the courtyard was dismissed, most of them were busy with their own things. There is a new neighbor in this yard, and he is also an engineer in the factory, but these are other people's and have nothing to do with their own family.

Yi Zhonghai returned home, and he hadn't been sitting at home for long. So he got up and said to the first aunt, "I'll go and sit down with the old lady!"

An aunt said, "Why are you going so late?"

Yi Zhonghai said, "Discuss something with the old lady!"

After Yi Zhonghai finished speaking, he went to the deaf old woman's house. The deaf old woman heard the knock on the door and asked Yi Zhonghai to come in, and Yi Zhonghai found a stool to sit down by himself, just like he went to his own house.

The deaf old woman didn't wait for Yi Zhonghai to speak, so she asked directly, "Why can't you handle the new one?"

Yi Zhonghai said: "This new Wang Gong, don't look at this young age, this talk and action is really leaky. I'm not sure about him."

The deaf old woman said, "What are you afraid of?"

Yi Zhonghai said, "I'm not afraid that he will ruin the atmosphere of our courtyard for so many years?"

What kind of atmosphere, isn't it respecting the old and loving the young, focusing on respecting the old and uniting as one, this single-mindedness can only be him Yi Zhonghai.

This atmosphere is indeed beneficial for the deaf old woman. Although Yi Zhonghai has no children and no daughters, the deaf old woman also has no children. If she wants to enjoy her old age in peace, she does not rely on other people in the courtyard, but on him Yi Zhonghai.

Yi Zhonghai not only takes care of her daily life and diet, but also takes care of her like a grandson. The deaf old woman knew in her heart that what Yi Zhonghai expected was that the next generation in the yard could follow Yi Zhonghai's example and take care of the deaf old woman now, and that someone would take care of her when she was old.

The deaf old woman's life is supported by the state, and she does not have to worry about eating and seeing a doctor. However, the old woman is the same as everyone else in this era. The fear in her heart is whether someone will hold a decent funeral for her after her death. With no offspring, she can't ensure that her aftermath is properly handled.

Fortunately, there is a desperate family in this yard, Yi Zhonghai. Although this guy takes care of himself, he also has his own reasons. But no matter what, they are willing to take responsibility for themselves. This makes the deaf old woman always have to remember him Yi Zhonghai's goodness.

Although Yi Zhonghai did not know much about the deaf old woman's past, he was able to imagine the glory of her youth with his observation and reasoning. He noticed the deaf old woman's small feet, and her age, and deduced that she might have been born during the reign of the emperor, and that she was probably a lady of illustrious origin, or at least a wealthy girl.

When girls are four to five years old, they are forced to start binding their feet, because once they grow up, they can no longer be wrapped into the so-called "three-inch golden lotus". The process of binding the foot is extremely painful, and the front half of the foot needs to be broken and deformed, so that the toes of the foot are bent downwards and close to the center of the foot. This shape of the foot makes the toes almost touch the ground when walking, so many corns will develop in the toe area, and walking for a long time can even cause bleeding.

In the past, small feet were seen as a symbol of beauty, and a woman's foot size was often a symbol of their social status. Women with big feet were often seen as lowly servants or servants, while women with small feet meant that they were not required to do manual labor.

Women with small feet are believed to have a graceful and luxurious beauty, which was also loved by men in the past. Wealthy men want their women to be the best in the house, while women with small feet are more likely to be bound in the house and remain chaste.

Yi Zhonghai once heard an aunt mention that the feet of a deaf old woman are typical "three-inch golden lotus". Not only are her feet unfit for work, but even walking long distances is problematic. As a result, her range of activities is mostly confined to the courtyard and she is unable to go out.

Although such a family background makes women mostly confined to a small living space throughout their lives, their knowledge and abilities are often far beyond ordinary people.

Although Yi Zhonghai has some talents and has good attainments in the field of fitters, there is still a big gap in terms of knowledge and ability, compared with those women who have lived in large families since childhood.

The reason why Yi Zhonghai enjoys such a high prestige in the courtyard is not only because he is Yan Bugui's teacher, but also because he has a deaf old woman behind him

Gambit support. Although the second uncle is not as good as Yi Zhonghai's eighth-level, he is also a seventh-level master, and behind his achievements, the deaf old woman's advice is indispensable.

Although Wang Zhangqing is a newcomer, he is also a college student and an engineer, and he speaks and does things well. For Yi Zhonghai, Wang Zhangqing's arrival was like an official of comparable ability suddenly parachuting into his side, which made Yi Zhonghai realize that Wang Zhangqing's arrival might have an impact on his status and influence.

Yi Zhonghai didn't know how to act for a while, so he came to discuss with the deaf old woman.

There was a hint of ridicule in the deaf old woman's words, and she whispered, "Zhonghai, how can you make a young man mess up?"

Yi Zhonghai, is it because Wang Zhangqing is not only young, but also capable!

The deaf old woman naturally knew what Yi Zhonghai was worried about, and said, "Zhonghai, I don't speak well, are you sure you want to hear it?"

Yi Zhonghai said, "Ancestor, don't tease me here. I'm in a hurry! You're still kidding me!"

The deaf old woman smiled and said, "Okay, well, I won't tease you. I know what's going on in your mind. I suggest you do nothing."

The deaf old woman's advice was simple and straightforward, which surprised Yi Zhonghai.

"Don't do anything?" Yi Zhonghai didn't expect to get such an answer.

The deaf old woman said, "Wang Zhangqing is young and capable, and he inquired as you asked. This young man came down from the ministry to find out the actual situation, and he didn't stay in the factory for long."

What the deaf old lady said, Yi Zhonghai didn't think about it.? But Yi Zhonghai still had doubts in his heart. He retorted, "Wang Zhangqing has renovated the house inside and out, and it doesn't look like he will leave in the short term. Instead, it looks like I'm going to live in this courtyard all the time. If Wang Zhangqing really decides to stay, then our courtyard will be lively."

The deaf old woman said, "Are you afraid that this house is a good thing?"

Yi Zhonghai didn't know why the deaf old woman said this, isn't this house fragrant?

The deaf old woman looked at Yi Zhonghai's confused look, and knew in her heart that his thoughts were too simple, and even a little naïve. She thought to herself, Yi Zhonghai was a coolie after all, with limited knowledge, and if it weren't for her future pension, she wouldn't even bother to explain these complicated things.

She spoke slowly, and said with a hint of undoubted tone in her tone: "The reason why Wang Zhangqing wants this courtyard house, in addition to being close to the factory, is that with his current situation, he can't get a house in the ministry compound at all. As for the decoration you mentioned, do you know, how many people are in Wang Zhangqing's family? How many siblings are there? Wang Zhangqing is no longer working in the factory, doesn't there still have younger brothers and sisters to take over? You're an engineer like him, and if you want to work, you can still come!"

The deaf old woman's words made Yi Zhonghai suddenly realize. Seeing Yi Zhonghai's sudden realization, the deaf old woman continued, "Although I don't know what the conditions of this Wang Zhangqing's family are. But to make such a big deal to renovate the house, I think it's not bad to come to the house. On weekdays, those three melons and two dates are probably not worth it, so don't go up and be embarrassed by your methods."

The deaf old woman's words revealed her speculation about Wang Zhangqing's family background, and also suggested that Yi Zhonghai did not need to take too radical or vulgar measures to deal with Wang Zhangqing.

The small means used in the courtyard on weekdays are invincible to deal with other people in the lower courtyard. But for Wang Zhangqing, it may not be so easy. What's more, Wang Zhangqing is carrying a cadre establishment, and Yi Zhonghai and other workers are not the same kind of people at all.

Yi Zhonghai also felt that what the deaf old woman said was very reasonable, but the smooth sailing in the courtyard over the years has added a little confidence to Yi Zhonghai's psychology. Since this Wang Zhangqing will not harm his own affairs, and he is rich, if he doesn't value the three melons and two dates, can he operate it.

Yi Zhonghai said, "This Jia family, Dongxu just died. Although Qin Huairu has gone to work, Qin Huairu is still only a first-class worker, and her salary is more than half less than when Dongxu was there. Moreover, Jia Zhang's family is still a rural hukou, and he can't turn around in a month

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Before Yi Zhonghai could finish his words, he was interrupted by a deaf old woman. said, "Zhonghai, I know that Dongxu's kid is your apprentice. I can understand your heart as a master. But Wang Zhangqing has seen the world, not these people in the courtyard who only stare at their own one-third of an acre."

looked at the deaf old woman with a serious look. Yi Zhonghai also knew that he really couldn't compare to this old woman when he looked at people, especially for a child like Wang Zhangqing who came out of a rich family. So although I was very unhappy in my heart, I gladly accepted the deaf old woman's suggestion on the surface.

The situation of the second uncle Liu Haizhong's family is relatively simple, Wang Zhangqing is an engineer in the factory, as long as Wang Zhangqing is willing to speak for himself, he can at least get a position of team leader or squad leader. Therefore, Liu Haizhong is full of thinking about how to have a good relationship with Wang Zhangqing, so that he can also mix with an official and a half-job.

The three great masters were deeply impressed by Wang Zhangqing's financial resources, Yan Bugui was a shrewd person, and it was a loss if he didn't pick up money on the road, and the dung trucks passing by were often salty. Seeing that Wang Zhangqing didn't seem to be short of money, Yan Bugui naturally wouldn't let go of such an opportunity.

However, the three mothers still cared about their children in their hearts, thinking about their unemployed boss at home, and said, "Old Yan, do you say that this Wang Zhangqing is not an engineer? Is it possible to arrange work?"

Yan Bugui responded: "Look at Lao Yi, he is an eighth-level factory director who gives him face, not to mention Wang Zhangqing, he is an engineer."

The third mother said, "Then Lao Yan can go through his doorway and get the boss to the factory."

As soon as the three mothers said this, Yan Bugui also thought about it seriously. Just like Yan Bugui himself said, with Wang Zhangqing's situation in the factory, isn't it a matter of minutes? And it's not a temporary worker, it's definitely a regular worker.

But why does Wang Zhangqing want to get a job for his boss? Buying one outside here is not only to see the opportunity, but also a lot of money. Yan Bugui didn't think that with today's friendship, Wang Zhangqing could help him do such a big thing.

But if Yan Bugui himself comes out a little, he will talk to Wang Zhangqing again. Yan Bugui felt that his face as the third master was still enough. But Yan Bugui is willing to pay if he is willing to pay. How could Yan Jiecheng still do odd jobs today? If he really needs to pay for it, it will be like cutting his flesh and pain.

Yan Bugui said, "That's work, not those needles and threads at home. With the name of my three masters, that's not enough."

The three mothers thought of what Yi Zhonghai often did, and said, "Lao Yan, you see that in our courtyard, in addition to our family boss, aren't there a few others who don't have jobs? Let's see if you are discussing with the first uncle and the second uncle. Let's talk to Wang Zhangqing together."

After being reminded by the three mothers, Yan Bugui was not sleepy in an instant. That's a good idea. If it does, it will be good. If it doesn't work out, isn't there Yi Zhonghai and Liu Haizhong to help him share the burden? Wang Zhangqing, a young man who has just moved over, can't blame himself.

Yan Bugui said, "I'll go to Lao Yi tomorrow to discuss."

In addition to the three uncles in the courtyard, there is another family that can't sleep. That's the Jia family.

Qin Huairu gently placed the children in place, making sure that they had all fallen asleep. Jia Zhang's voice was particularly clear in the quiet night, and she reminded, "Tomorrow, you have a chance to have a good chat with Wang Zhangqing, this is a big fat sheep!" You're going to have to catch it!"

When Jia Zhang said that he had a good chat, he particularly accentuated his tone. After Jia Dongxu died, his mother-in-law told him how to live in the future.

That's why Jia Zhang said so. Qin Huairu immediately understood her mother-in-law's intentions. It's been a year since Jia Dongxu died, Qin Huairu is not, those unmarried big girls, it is inevitable that they will have some thoughts in their hearts in the middle of the night.

Wang Zhangqing is young and promising, and has a bright future, such a man is undoubtedly a very attractive choice for Qin Huairu. Qin Huairu is now a mother of 3 children, but she is actually only in her 20s. Whether it is on the road or in the factory, it can attract the attention of many people.

Jia Zhangshi saw that Qin Huairu did not respond for a long time. Also as a widow, Jia Zhang's family can not know how Qin Huairu is

I can't think of it.

Jia Zhang opened his mouth and said, "I advise you to rest that little thought in your heart! Wang Zhangqing, don't say that you are already married and have children, you are just not married, you are the one who came out of the countryside and can climb on!"

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