Siheyuan: Being a fisherman in 1962

As soon as Deputy Director Li finished speaking, the atmosphere in the courtyard suddenly became tense.

Everyone held their breath, waiting for what would happen next.

Chen Fei was also very nervous. He was facing an extremely powerful person. If he was not careful, he might fall into an irretrievable situation.

But he did not back down. Instead, he straightened his chest and stared at Deputy Director Li with a firm gaze.

Just then, a burst of hurried footsteps was heard, and Yi Zhonghai was seen walking over, escorted by several followers.

His face was pale and his eyes were full of fear and anger.

"Deputy Director Li, you have to make a decision for me!" As soon as Yi Zhonghai saw Deputy Director Li, he rushed forward as if he had seen a savior and cried, "This Chen Fei, he slandered me and framed me, you have to make a decision for me!"

Yi Zhonghai's crying voice echoed in the courtyard, as if he wanted to pour out all his grievances.

However, Chen Fei remained unmoved and stood quietly aside with a firm and deep look in his eyes.

Deputy Director Li looked at the scene with a frown on his face.

He naturally knew what kind of person Yi Zhonghai was, but what he cared about more at the moment was how capable Chen Fei was that he dared to openly challenge his authority.

Just then, a breeze blew by, dispelling the depressing atmosphere in the courtyard.

Chen Fei looked up at the sky and saw a dark cloud slowly dispersing. The sun shone through the clouds onto the earth, as if cheering for his righteous act.

"Deputy Director Li, I am not making this up." Chen Fei took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "I have witnesses who can prove Yi Zhonghai's crimes."

There was an uproar in the courtyard.

Everyone looked at Chen Fei in surprise, not knowing how he would deal with the situation.

Deputy Director Li also showed a surprised expression. He didn't expect that Chen Fei actually had a backup plan.

He waved his hand, signaling everyone to be quiet.

"Okay, since you have a witness, let him come out," said Deputy Director Li.

Fade Chen nodded and turned to look at an old man in the crowd.

This old man is a long-time resident of the courtyard and is well aware of what Yi Zhonghai has done.

He hesitated for a moment, but finally stood up.

"I can testify to this," the old man said. "Yi Zhonghai did often bully his neighbors and occupy their houses. We all saw what he did."

As the old man finished speaking, an uproar broke out again in the courtyard.

Deputy Director Li and Yi Zhonghai's faces turned ugly.

They didn't expect that this seemingly ordinary young man, Chen Fei, could actually find a witness.

This time, they were completely passive.

Chen Fei looked at the scene in front of him, and a sense of pride surged in his heart.

His righteous actions have been recognized by everyone.

He smiled slightly, turned to Deputy Director Li and said, "Deputy Director Li, now you should believe what I said, right?"

Deputy Director Li had a gloomy expression on his face, and he obviously had not expected things to develop to this point.

Looking at Chen Fei deeply, he was secretly surprised at Chen Fei's courage and wisdom.

He couldn't let Chen Fei off easily, otherwise his authority would be seriously challenged.

If not handled properly, it is likely to cause bigger trouble.

For a moment, Deputy Director Li fell into deep thought.

Yi Zhonghai looked at Chen Fei with horror. He never expected that he would fall into Chen Fei's hands.

Just as Deputy Director Li was lost in thought, a burst of hurried footsteps suddenly sounded in the courtyard.

Qin Huairu ran over with an anxious look on her face, her eyes full of worry and fear.

"Chen Fei, run!" Qin Huairu said breathlessly, "Deputy Director Li is a big shot in the Red Star Steel Mill. If you offend him, he will definitely not let you go."

Everyone looked at Qin Huairu in surprise, not understanding why she ran over to warn Chen Fei so anxiously.

Chen Fei looked at Qin Huairu's anxious face, and a warm feeling surged in his heart.

Looking at this weak woman who was sucking blood from Sha Zhu, he smiled slightly, shook his head gently, and said, "Thank you for your kindness. But I am not afraid of Deputy Director Li. I am only afraid that the truth will be covered up. I have witnesses and evidence, and I am not afraid of anyone."

Qin Huairu was stunned when she heard this.

Looking at Chen Fei's determined eyes, an inexplicable admiration welled up in my heart.

Chen Fei has courage and wisdom different from ordinary people.

Just then, Deputy Director Li suddenly spoke.

The voice was deep and powerful, as if it could penetrate people's hearts.

"Qin Huairu, please leave." Deputy Director Li said, "This is a matter between Chen Fei and me. It has nothing to do with you."

Qin Huairu heard this, although she felt a little unwilling, she still quietly stepped aside.

I can't cause trouble for Chen Fei.

Deputy Director Li looked at Chen Fei deeply, and then slowly said: "Young man, I admire your courage. But you also know that this world is not that simple. Sometimes, the truth is not important, what is important is power and status."

Chen Fei couldn't help but sneer in his heart when he heard this.

Deputy Director Li is trying to use his power and status to suppress me.

But he did not retreat. Instead, he straightened his chest and stared at Deputy Director Li with a firm gaze.

Deputy Director Li's words were like a heavy hammer, hitting Chen Fei's heart hard.

He is well aware of the complexity of this world and the importance of power and status.

But I don’t want to succumb to these false things, and I don’t want the truth to be covered up.

He took a deep breath, raised his head, and stared at Deputy Director Li with sharp eyes.

"Deputy Director Li, I know you are powerful, but I believe that there is still fairness and justice in this world." Chen Fei's voice was firm and powerful, and every word seemed to burst out from the bottom of his heart. "I will not back down because of your power, and I will not let Yi Zhonghai's crimes go unpunished."

Upon hearing this, Deputy Director Li's expression changed slightly.

I didn't expect Chen Fei to be so stubborn and refuse to compromise at all.

There was a flash of coldness in his eyes, but it was gone in an instant.

If we take action against Chen Fei at this time, it will only cause more trouble.

Moreover, he was somewhat surprised by Chen Fei's courage and wisdom.

Perhaps, Fade Chen could really bring him some unexpected surprises.

Just then, a loud noise suddenly broke out in the courtyard.

I saw Sha Zhu running towards me, sweating profusely, with a heavy purse in his hand.

"Qin Huairu, this is the salary I just received. You can use it first." Sha Zhu said breathlessly.

Qin Huairu looked at the purse in Sha Zhu's hand, and a hint of gratitude flashed in her eyes.

What does this money mean to Shazhu?

But Sha Zhu gave it to her without hesitation, and this friendship made her feel warm in her heart.

"Thank you, Shazhu." Qin Huairu said softly, "I will definitely pay you back when I have money."

Sha Zhu smiled innocently, waved his hand and said, "You are being polite. We are all neighbors, and we should help each other."

In the narrow and warm alleys of the courtyard, Qin Huairu's figure is always busy and tenacious.

She is a widow who raises three young children alone. Every day she has to deal with heavy work in the factory and take care of the trivial housework at home. Only she knows how difficult it is.

The acquaintance between Chen Fei and Qin Huairu seemed to be arranged by fate.

They worked in the same factory. Every morning, they would go out together and come back together in the evening.