"You're right." Han Xiaodong nodded thoughtfully. He felt Yan Bugui's understanding and support for him.

Yan Bugui said again, "Han Xiaodong, you are a sensible child. I believe you can handle the various challenges in life. If you need any help, don't hesitate to contact me at any time."

Han Xiaodong felt warm in his heart, knowing that the elder Yan Bugui's concern for him was extraordinary. In this compound, although each family had their own lives, the mutual support and care between them was ubiquitous.

"Thank you, Uncle Yan." Han Xiaodong said sincerely, "I will, thank you for your concern."

"Well, don't worry." Yan Bugui smiled and patted Han Xiaodong on the shoulder. "People in our courtyard always care about each other. This is also the reason why we are united and harmonious."

Han Xiaodong nodded and said with emotion, "Yes, we are really lucky to have such a united neighborhood."

As night falls, the lights in the yard gradually light up. Every corner of this compound is filled with the breath of life and human touch. Han Xiaodong sits there quietly, his heart filled with gratitude for his family and neighbors, as well as expectations and challenges for the future.

"We have to get up early tomorrow. I'm going to go back and rest first." Han Xiaodong stood up and looked at everyone. "Good night, everyone."

"Good night, Han Xiaodong." Everyone responded.

Back in his room, Han Xiaodong opened the window and looked at the starry sky outside. This sky witnessed every moment of his growth, as well as the stories and emotions of every neighbor in this compound.

He took a deep breath and decided to imprint the experience in the cemetery deeply in his heart and constantly motivate himself to move forward. No matter how many storms he would encounter in the future, he would go on unswervingly for his family, for his neighbors, and for this hometown that was and is now.

Han Xiaodong gently closed the window and lay on the bed. His eyes gradually closed, and the emotions in his heart finally calmed down. Tomorrow, a new day will begin again. He believes that no matter what challenges he faces, he can meet them, because he is not fighting alone, he has the warmth and support of this compound behind him.

At dawn that day, Han Xiaodong was awakened by the noise outside. He rubbed his eyes and looked through the window to see that the yard was already full of people preparing for the Dragon Boat Festival celebrations. Children were running around, laughing and talking, and parents were busy making rice dumplings. The yard was filled with the aroma of wormwood and glutinous rice.

"Han Xiaodong, are you awake too?" Qin Huairu walked over with a bowl of hot rice dumplings and asked with a smile.

"Yes, I couldn't help but get up to take a look after hearing everyone's noise." Han Xiaodong took the zongzi and smiled brightly, "Thank you, Sister Qin!"

Qin Huairu smiled and waved her hand: "Why are you being polite? We are all neighbors. By the way, do you have any plans for today?"

Han Xiaodong took a bite of the zongzi, and a hint of anticipation flashed in his eyes: "I heard there is a dragon boat race ahead, I want to go and see it."

Qin Huairu nodded: "Yes, there are dragon boat races every Dragon Boat Festival. There are more teams participating this year. Don't miss it."

Han Xiaodong was excited. The Dragon Boat Race was one of the activities he looked forward to the most. He quickly finished eating the rice dumplings, changed into clean clothes, and prepared to go out. At this time, there was a noise in the yard.

"Han Xiaodong, Han Xiaodong!" Liu Haizhong ran over, panting, "Come here quickly, Jia Dongxu and Yan Bugui are arguing again."

Han Xiaodong frowned when he heard this. Jia Dongxu and Yan Bugui had always been at odds with each other, quarreling every other day, so what was the reason this time?

"I'll go take a look." Han Xiaodong quickly walked towards the direction of the noise, only to see Jia Dongxu and Yan Bugui arguing loudly, surrounded by a circle of neighbors watching the fun.

"What did you say? Try saying it again!" Jia Dongxu's face turned red and his neck became thick, and he pointed at Yan Bugui and shouted loudly.

"I told you that you are lazy at work and always like to take advantage of others!" Yan Bugui was not to be outdone and retorted.

Han Xiaodong quickly stepped forward and advised: "Everyone calm down, talk it over nicely, don't use your hands."

Seeing Han Xiaodong coming, Jia Dongxu calmed down a little: "Han Xiaodong, please judge for yourself. He said that I was lazy and took advantage of others. How could I do that!"

Han Xiaodong pondered for a moment and said, "It's the Dragon Boat Festival, everyone is happy, what can't be discussed calmly? How about this, you two take a step back, talk things out, and have a good holiday together."

Yan Bugui listened and felt that there was some truth in it, so he nodded and said, "Okay, Han Xiaodong, you are right, and I don't want to upset anyone."

Han Xiaodong smiled and patted the two on the shoulders: "That's right, we are all neighbors, we will see each other sooner or later, if there is anything, just talk it out."

At this time, Yi Zhonghai came over and said with a smile: "Han Xiaodong is right, harmony brings wealth. By the way, the dragon boat race is about to start, shall we go and watch it together?"

When Han Xiaodong heard this, his eyes lit up: "Okay, let's go together!"

A group of people walked towards the direction of the dragon boat race. The streets were already crowded with people, all looking forward to the start of the race. Han Xiaodong and his neighbors found a good spot, stood by the river, and watched the dragon boat team preparing to set off with great interest.

"This year's dragon boats are so beautiful!" Liu Guangtian exclaimed, "Look at the dragon head, it's so delicately carved!"

"Yes, there are new things every year." Liu Guangfu agreed, "There are more teams participating this year, it will definitely be interesting."

The competition started, and the dragon boat team rushed forward like an arrow from a bow. Han Xiaodong and his neighbors cheered for them, and the atmosphere was warm and exciting. Han Xiaodong looked at the waves stirred up by the dragon boats on the water, and his heart was filled with joy and anticipation.

"Han Xiaodong, look, the team over there seems to be in the lead!" Yan Jiecheng shouted excitedly, pointing ahead.

"Yeah, they row really fast!" Han Xiaodong couldn't help but sigh.

The competition was getting better and better, with teams competing against each other, and the scene was tense and exciting. Han Xiaodong sighed in his heart that this festive atmosphere was really good, everyone got together, forgot the troubles in life, and enjoyed this joy together.

Suddenly, there was a noise nearby. Han Xiaodong turned around and saw the deaf old lady arguing with some children.

"You little bastards, who told you to touch my things!" The deaf old lady was so angry that her face turned red.

"We didn't move!" a little boy said aggrievedly, "We just looked."

Han Xiaodong hurried over and persuaded: "Old lady, the children may just be curious, don't be angry."

When the deaf old lady saw that it was Han Xiaodong, her expression softened a little: "Han Xiaodong, these children are really naughty."

Han Xiaodong smiled and touched the little boy's head: "You should also be more sensible and not touch other people's things casually, understand?"

The little boy nodded: "I understand, Brother Han Xiaodong."

Han Xiaodong helped the deaf old lady pack up her things and comforted the children, and everyone returned to the atmosphere of the game. As the game ended, everyone cheered for the winning team, and the whole street was filled with laughter.

"It's really lively today." Jia Zhang said with emotion, "Such a day really makes people happy."

"Yes, only when everyone gets together can it feel like a festival." Han Xiaodong responded with a smile.

After the game, Han Xiaodong and his neighbors returned to the courtyard, where a sumptuous lunch had been prepared. They sat together, talking and laughing, enjoying this rare time together.

"Han Xiaodong, are you free tomorrow?" Liu Haizhong asked.

"Yes, what's wrong?" Han Xiaodong asked curiously.

"I have some things to move at home, can you help me?" Liu Haizhong said embarrassedly.

"Of course, no problem!" Han Xiaodong agreed readily.

After lunch, Han Xiaodong returned to his room and lay on the bed, thinking about everything that happened today, feeling full of satisfaction. This simple and happy life is what he cherishes. He knows that although life is not easy, as long as everyone unites and helps each other, they will be able to overcome all difficulties.

As night fell, the courtyard gradually became quiet. Han Xiaodong listened to the sound of insects in the distance and felt extremely calm. He knew that tomorrow was another new day, with new challenges and opportunities waiting for him. No matter what the future held, he would face it with a positive attitude, because he believed that as long as there was love in his heart, he could create a better life.

The next morning, Han Xiaodong got up and prepared to help Liu Haizhong move things. He walked into the yard and saw Liu Haizhong waiting for him.

"Han Xiaodong, you're here so early." Liu Haizhong came up to him with a smile.

"The early bird catches the worm." Han Xiaodong joked.

The two worked together and soon finished moving the things. Liu Haizhong said gratefully: "Thank you, Han Xiaodong. If it weren't for you, I really don't know what to do."

"It's okay, we are all neighbors, and it's only right for us to help each other." Han Xiaodong patted his shoulder and said with a smile.

At this time, Qin Huairu came over with a basket of fresh fruits in her hand. "Han Xiaodong, you have worked hard. Eat these fruits."

Han Xiaodong waved his hand quickly: "Sister Qin, this is too polite."

"You've helped Liu Haizhong so much, this little bit of fruit is nothing." Qin Huairu insisted.

Han Xiaodong had no choice but to take the basket, feeling warm in his heart. He knew that although this courtyard was simple, it was full of warmth and love.

Just as Han Xiaodong was about to return to his room, Yi Zhonghai hurried over.

Yi Zhonghai hurried to Han Xiaodong, looking a little nervous. He looked around to make sure no one else noticed, then lowered his voice and said, "Han Xiaodong, I have something to tell you, can you come over here?"

Han Xiaodong nodded, feeling something was wrong, but he still followed Yi Zhonghai to a remote corner.

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