Siheyuan: Killing the gods against the will of heaven, causing great suffering to all living beings

As Xu Fuyin left, Han Xiaodong felt more and more uneasy. He knew that this struggle was far from over, and he had to be prepared to face the next challenge.

At the same time, the deaf old lady also came to the steel mill with her preferential card. She wanted to plead with the deputy director, hoping to exempt He Yuzhu and Xu Damao from punishment. She knew that these two people were not ordinary neighbors to the courtyard, and there were inextricable connections between them, and she hoped that the deputy director could understand their difficulties and let them go.

After listening to the deaf old lady's request, the deputy director pondered for a while and finally made a decision. He knew that this decision was crucial to the safety of the entire factory, but he also couldn't bear to hurt the deaf old lady's heart.

On a quiet night, the steel mill was filled with a tense atmosphere. He Yuzhu and Xu Damao were full of expectations. They hoped that with the help of Xu Fuyin and the deaf old lady, they could

In the courtyard, the atmosphere was heavy. He Yuzhu and Xu Damao had been in a position of not being easily shaken, but at this moment, they felt unprecedented pressure. While they were expecting help from Xu Fuyin and the deaf old lady, Han Xiaodong had already taken the next step.

Han Xiaodong stood in the middle of the yard, holding a stack of documents in his hands, and looked at everyone present with a firm gaze. He knew that now was the time to reveal everything.

"Dear neighbors, I know some things may be difficult to talk about, but I must tell you that I have found the street office and the police station and put all the evidence of Xu Damao and He Yuzhu's misappropriation of public property in front of you." Han Xiaodong's voice was steady and firm, without the slightest hesitation.

The people present were stunned for a moment, and then started talking. They were surprised at Han Xiaodong's decision, but they also felt its importance.

"Is this true?" someone asked doubtfully.

"How could I make up such a thing?" Han Xiaodong asked back, his tone revealing an unquestionable confidence, "These are all facts, and I have evidence."

"Evidence?" someone asked.

"Yes, evidence." Han Xiaodong nodded, "I have handed the evidence to the relevant departments, and they will investigate this."

After hearing these words, different emotions surged in people's hearts. Some were angry, some were shocked, and some were hesitant.

"Han Xiaodong, aren't you being too impulsive?" someone asked worriedly.

"This is not an impulse, but to protect the interests of all of us." Han Xiaodong's voice revealed determination, "If we don't stand up, such things will happen again."

"But this will lead to a series of consequences," said another neighbor worriedly.

"I know this will cause some fluctuations, but we have to face reality." Han Xiaodong's eyes were firm. "We can't be bound by fear. We must face it bravely."

People felt a sense of power in Han Xiaodong's words, and they began to rethink their positions and attitudes. Although they were facing hardships and difficulties, they understood that it was time to unite and face the challenges together.

Everyone present began to express their views and opinions. They exchanged ideas with each other and tried to find a solution to the problem. At this critical moment, they realized that only by unity can they overcome all difficulties.

"Han Xiaodong, we support you." Someone stood up to express his support.

"Yes, we must unite," another neighbor followed suit.

As more and more people came out to express their support, the atmosphere gradually became warmer. People felt the power of unity and believed that as long as everyone worked together, everything would be better.

At this time, a police car drove into the courtyard, causing a commotion among the people present. The police car stopped in the middle of the courtyard, and several policemen got out of the car. Their arrival made people nervous and expectant.

"What happened?" someone asked in surprise.

"It might be something about Xu Damao and He Yuzhu." another neighbor speculated.

With the arrival of the police, the atmosphere at the scene became more tense. People's eyes were focused on the police, and they were all waiting for their next move.

The police approached Han Xiaodong and asked him about his report, and Han Xiaodong handed over all the evidence to them without hesitation. Under the influence of his determination and confidence, the police immediately launched an investigation and began to take corresponding actions.

People stood aside, quietly waiting for the results of the police investigation, their hearts full of expectations and uneasiness. They knew that the days ahead might be full of twists and turns and challenges, but they also believed that as long as they persisted, everything would be solved.

In the courtyard of the old city, the morning sun shines through the shadows of the trees and sprinkles into the courtyard. The protagonist Han Xiaodong gets up from the wooden bed, rubs his sleepy eyes, looks at the green tile eaves outside the window, and can't help but sigh in his heart, it's a new day.

In the yard, the neighbors were already busy. Qin Huairu was washing clothes at the door, the bubbles in the basin sparkling. Yan Bugui sat on the doorstep as usual, holding a pipe, his eyes narrowed, as if thinking about something. Yi Zhonghai was fiddling with his bicycle in the yard. The old bicycle had been with him for many years and had become a part of his life.

"Han Xiaodong, why are you up so early?" Yi Zhonghai looked up and saw Han Xiaodong, and greeted him with a smile.

"Good morning, Uncle Yi." Han Xiaodong smiled. "I've been busy with work lately and haven't slept much."

"As a young man, it's a good thing to do more work." Yi Zhonghai nodded, "But don't overwork yourself."

Han Xiaodong smiled without saying anything and walked towards the gate. Coincidentally, Liu Haizhong and Jia Dongxu also came out of their house, and they seemed to be arguing about something.

"I'm telling you, this is not the way to do it!" Liu Haizhong's voice was a little excited.

"But this is not something we can decide." Jia Dongxu frowned, "We will do whatever the higher-ups arrange."

Han Xiaodong walked over and asked curiously, "What happened?"

Liu Haizhong sighed, "Don't you know yet? The factory is going to lay off employees. I heard it's because of a decrease in orders."

"Yes, the layoff list has not come out yet, and everyone is uneasy," Jia Dongxu added.

Han Xiaodong frowned slightly. He had heard about the situation in the factory before, but when he actually heard the news, he still felt a little uneasy. Although he was considered an old employee in the factory, no one could predict such things.

"Don't worry, we just need to work hard." Han Xiaodong patted Liu Haizhong's shoulder, "Everything will work out when the time comes."

"I hope so." Liu Haizhong forced a smile.

At this time, Bang Geng came running over, "Brother Han Xiaodong, can you take me fishing today?"

Han Xiaodong touched Bang Geng's head and said, "Maybe not today. I have to go to the factory. Maybe another day."

Banggeng pouted, but soon laughed again, "Okay, then you have to promise me that you will take me there next time."

"Don't worry, I keep my word." Han Xiaodong said with a smile.

Liu Guangtian and Liu Guangfu, who were standing nearby, also came over. They were the youngest children in the yard and played with Banggeng all day long.

"Brother Han Xiaodong, we want to go too!" Liu Guangtian pulled Han Xiaodong's sleeve.

"Okay, okay, let's go together then." Han Xiaodong agreed with a smile.

At this time, Yan Jiecheng came out of the room and saw the lively scene in the yard. He couldn't help but smile and said, "It's really lively. It feels like a big family."

"Uncle Jie Cheng, are you taking a rest today?" Han Xiaodong asked.

"Well, I don't have to go to work today, so I can just rest at home." Yan Jiecheng said with a smile, "You all go and get busy, I'll watch over the yard for you."

Han Xiaodong nodded, said goodbye to everyone, and hurried towards the factory.

Walking on the streets of the old city, Han Xiaodong felt a long-lost tranquility. The old houses on both sides of the street are still standing, as if telling the story of the years. The hawkers' cries and the children's laughter interweave to form a unique urban landscape.

Arriving at the factory, Han Xiaodong found the atmosphere somewhat heavy. Workers gathered in groups of three or four, discussing something in low voices.

"Han Xiaodong, have you heard?" His colleague Xiao Wang came over and asked in a low voice.

"I heard about the layoffs." Han Xiaodong nodded. "What exactly happened?"

"I'm not sure either, but I heard that the layoff list will be announced today." Xiao Wang frowned, "Everyone is guessing who will be laid off."

Han Xiaodong was silent for a moment, "Don't think too much, just do your job well."

Xiao Wang sighed and said nothing more.

Han Xiaodong spent the whole day at work, but he could not calm down. In the evening, the factory finally posted a list of layoffs. Han Xiaodong walked over with trepidation and found that his name was not on the list.

He breathed a sigh of relief, but soon felt a wave of guilt as he saw many familiar names.

When he returned to the compound, it was already dark. In the yard, neighbors gathered together, seemingly waiting for some news. As soon as Han Xiaodong entered the yard, he was surrounded by everyone.

"How is it?" Qin Huairu asked anxiously.

Han Xiaodong shook his head. “I wasn’t laid off, but many of my colleagues were on the list.”

There was silence in the yard as everyone was digesting the news.

"Han Xiaodong, I'm glad you're okay." Yan Bugui patted Han Xiaodong on the shoulder, "We'll have to take care of you in the future."

Han Xiaodong nodded, "Yes, we all need to help each other and overcome difficulties together."

At this time, the deaf old lady came out of the house and looked at everyone kindly, "Don't worry too much, there is always a way out."

The people in the yard nodded one after another. Although the news of layoffs made everyone uneasy, they still believed that as long as they united together, they could overcome all difficulties.