Young people don't know their own strength, and after a few blows, Hu Youyu was beaten black and blue, and even Jia Zhangshi and Sha Zhu, who were standing nearby, were kicked a few times.

"Hey, you've hit the wrong person. Keep hitting me, or I'll fight back!"

Because he realized he had gone a bit too far, Sha Zhu didn't fight back after being hit a few times; instead, he just howled.

Jia Zhangshi was different. After being hit once, she immediately fell to the ground, covered her face with her hands, and turned her big butt outwards, much more professional than Hu Youyu.

After the young people stopped, Jia Zhangshi started throwing a tantrum, demanding compensation from everyone.

“I’m telling you, I saw everyone who beat people up today. If anyone doesn’t pay compensation, I’ll smash their door. You’re all lawless, openly assaulting innocent people in broad daylight,” Jia Zhangshi said.

The young people, lacking social experience, were easily fooled by Jia Zhangshi. They all looked worriedly at Xu Damao, the instigator. They knew what kind of person Jia Zhangshi was, and what she was capable of.

“Aunt Jia, don’t worry. I’ve already sent someone to call the police station. You and Hu Youyu are accomplices in this hooliganism, and you’ll soon have a chance to reunite in jail. This time it won’t be just for a few days, it’ll be at least a few months. Someone will provide you with food and lodging.”

Xu Damao was unwilling to waste too much breath on this shrew.

"Xu Damao, what do you mean? How am I on his side? I just did a good deed at most."

"Besides, I didn't do anything; everything was done with Sha Zhu's consent," Jia Zhangshi argued.

"Let's wait for the police officers to arrive before we talk about it."

At this point, Qin Huairu and Sha Zhu started to get restless. From Xu Damao's words, it seemed he was really going to send Hu Youyu and Jia Zhangshi to the police station. Sending them in would be fine, but they absolutely couldn't let it involve them.

"Da Mao, isn't this getting a bit out of hand?" Yi Zhonghai approached Xu Da Mao, seeing Qin Huairu's pleading look.

“Uncle, haven’t you always wanted to retire? This Jia Zhangshi is the biggest obstacle. Once we get rid of Jia Zhangshi, everything will be much easier,” Xu Damao said softly.

"No, but isn't this it?"

"This is a one-time opportunity. If you miss it, you won't get another chance. It all depends on whether you're willing, sir," Xu Damao pressed.

Hearing Xu Damao's words, Yi Zhonghai was truly hesitant, but he didn't try to stop him. He did want to retire, but sending Jia Zhangshi in would only solve the problem temporarily, not in the long run.

Moreover, once Jia Zhangshi realizes Yi Zhonghai's thoughts, it will be like stirring up a hornet's nest, and Jia Zhangshi will turn around and bite Yi Zhonghai.

Soon after, officers from the local police station arrived at the courtyard, and Wu Guolin was also there. Since the person who reported the incident said that Xu Damao had requested the report, to show that the matter was taken seriously, he, as the deputy director, led the team.

"Director Xu, what's the matter?" Wu Guolin asked.

Xu Damao explained what had happened and then called over the neighbors in the compound, who all served as witnesses.

"Director Xu, residents, rest assured, Jia Zhangshi and Hu Youyu were just released from prison, but they've committed another crime. They're repeat offenders, and we will definitely deal with them severely," Wu Guolin said loudly.

He could tell that these two people were extremely unpopular, and even her own daughter-in-law hadn't stepped forward to speak up for them this time. However, the specific handling of the matter still needed to be discussed, so he pulled Xu Damao aside while the others were giving their statements.

"Director Xu, I've looked into this matter briefly, and they do have problems. But since there might have been a misunderstanding and there aren't any serious consequences, they'll probably be locked up for at most ten days."

His meaning was clear: this is the most I can help with. As for the rest, you, Director Xu, will have to handle the communication yourself.

"Okay, thank you." Xu Damao nodded gently.

When the police arrived, Hu Youyu was quite happy, at least he wouldn't be beaten. As for whether he would go to jail, he was a seasoned veteran and knew it wasn't a big deal; he'd only be in there for a few days before being released.

Jia Zhangshi started by shouting her grievances at the top of her lungs, almost deafening the officers handling the situation. It wasn't until a neighbor found an old sock and used it to gag her that everyone felt some peace and quiet return.

"Take them away." With this order, both Jia Zhangshi and Hu Youyu were taken away.

"Uncle, why don't we come to your house and discuss how to handle this matter?" Xu Damao suggested.

Yi Zhonghai naturally agreed. With Xu Damao, Yi Zhonghai, Liu Haizhong, Yan Fugui, and Qin Huairu entering the house, the basic structure of the courtyard house began to take shape within a few years.

"Let me ask you all, our courtyard house was always a model of civility a few years ago, but in recent years, one thing after another has been happening. Who do you think is the culprit?" Xu Damao asked the crowd.

After a moment of silence, everyone turned their eyes to Qin Huairu. It was obvious—they were her family. Qin Huairu felt very uncomfortable under their gazes; with so many men present, she, a woman, was truly unaccustomed to it.

“My mother-in-law has her flaws, but that’s because Dongxu is gone, and there’s no pillar of the family anymore. She’s doing this for the sake of the family,” Qin Huairu weakly defended.

"Huai Ru, we know it's not easy for you to maintain this family, but you can't just let your mother-in-law ruin other people's happy lives just to maintain this family, right?"

"Not to mention others, my own daughter, Yu Li, has been scolded by your mother-in-law many times. If I hadn't stopped her, Yu Li would have run away from home," Yan Fugui said.

He was exaggerating a bit, but none of the young wives in the compound escaped being scolded by Jia Zhangshi, and Wang Minzhi was no exception, except that she always muttered under her breath.

The reason why Xu Damao was determined to get rid of Jia Zhangshi completely this time was because the old woman was too domineering in the compound, biting anyone she could get her hands on, and not even sparing his family.

His son will gradually be able to walk on his own and will definitely be running around in the yard soon. If he gets scared by that old rascal a few times, that would be terrible. Besides, he's planning to have four or five children.

“Yes, Jia Zhangshi and my wife have argued several times. I’m not afraid to tell you this, but my Guangqi just passed away like that, and it’s a pain in our hearts. But Jia Zhangshi keeps bringing it up, which is really unreasonable,” Liu Haizhong added.

The only person in this compound who dared to talk about his family's Guangqi in front of them was Jia Zhangshi, which infuriated him.

Although Yi Zhonghai didn't say it, he agreed. He couldn't have children, but Jia Zhangshi often talked about it loudly at home, as if they couldn't hear her outside. Furthermore, Jia Zhangshi was indeed the biggest obstacle to his retirement.

These were just a few elderly men; if the other residents of the compound were to come over, the complaints would be even harsher. Jia Zhangshi was still holding back when dealing with the elderly men, but she showed absolutely no restraint towards the ordinary residents.

"Qin Huairu, you've heard what everyone is thinking, right? What's your opinion?"