With Huang Wenbin's departure, the Huang family felt a touch of sadness, but this was soon overwhelmed by the joy of moving into their new home. The new housing complex built by Huang's father's workplace was completed, and the time for housing allocation was approaching. The family was busy discussing the layout and renovation of their new home.

"Dad, I heard that the houses with yards on the first floor are very popular. We have to go early to line up." Huang Wenrong said excitedly, his eyes sparkling with anticipation for a new life.

Father Huang nodded, a barely perceptible smile playing on his lips. "I've already made inquiries in advance. We have a large family, so we should be able to find a suitable one. I've also contacted Deputy Mine Manager Sun, and he promised to take care of it."

"Ah, we are lucky to have Binzi!"

Grandma Huang sighed and felt sad when she thought about the compensation her family had paid. Fortunately, the tug-of-war between the Zhang and Sun families for the position of deputy mine manager had come to an end. In the end, Jie Zi's father won, and their family could be said to have turned a disaster into a blessing.

In the Huang family's courtyard, laughter and busyness intertwined into a warm scene. Huang's father looked at the house he had just been allocated, with a satisfied smile on his face, and said to Huang's mother:

"Deputy Mine Manager Sun has really done a lot for our family. This small courtyard is in the first row at the gate. It has a good location and a large area. It is also a side house, so the lighting and ventilation are first-class."

Huang's mother heard this, her eyes sparkled with happiness, and she whispered softly: "Yes, although Wenbin is gone, I know that our family is getting better and better, and he can rest assured in the army."

Wenxia excitedly ran around the new house, shouting as if he had discovered a new world: "There's a toilet right in the house! I won't be afraid of freezing my butt in the winter~"

Everyone in the family sat together, discussing how to decorate the new house. Father Huang suggested:

"Although our house is already the largest, it still only has three bedrooms. I want to divide this large room into two so that your grandma can have a room of her own and you three sisters won't have to live so crowded together."

After hearing this, Huang Nai nodded repeatedly:

"That's a good idea. The two older girls study very hard and they deserve a quiet place. I think Xiaoxia can live with me and the two sisters can each have a room. When Binzi comes back, I can make room for him."

"Mom, don't worry about Binzi. He won't be back for three years in the army. Besides, our family has been allocated a coal briquette room right next door. We can clean it up and live there when the time comes."

Xu Mengyao stood aside, listening to her family's discussion, feeling an indescribable excitement. After more than a year here, she finally had her own room! She no longer had to be sandwiched between her sisters at night!

As the renovations progressed, the Huang family's new home gradually took shape. Huang's father personally oversaw the construction of a utility room in the yard, striving for perfection in every detail.

Xu Mengyao was busy preparing for the exam. On the eve of the final exam, she and Chen Chen were selected to represent the school in the city exam.

The sun shines through the gaps in the clouds and onto the campus of No. 2 Middle School. Xu Mengyao and Chen Chen, who are waiting for their results, are strolling leisurely in the school.

"Huang Wenjuan, look, there is a small gate here. I heard that there is a high school opposite, and it looks a bit like our school!" Chen Chen pointed to the high school department separated by a small iron gate in the distance, with a smile in his eyes.

"Yeah, it does look alike." Xu Mengyao responded softly, with an inexplicable sense of intimacy in her heart.

At the award ceremony, when they heard their names announced along with the honor of winning first prize, all their nervousness and anxiety instantly turned into excitement and pride.

When she walked onto the stage, Xu Mengyao was surprised to find that the man with a scholarly air who had supported them in their part-time work and study when they were setting up a stall was one of the teachers who was presenting the awards.

Apparently, the teacher recognized her. Looking at her name on the certificate, she said, "Huang, it seems you've worked really hard. Congratulations on your achievement. Chen, keep up the good work, you both did an outstanding job."

On the first day of winter vacation, the Huang family's courtyard was filled with a bustling yet warm atmosphere. At Huang's father's command, the entire family immediately sprang into action, packing their belongings and preparing for a new life. Huang's two apprentices, Xiao Li and Xiao Zhang, also arrived early, pushing carts to help move the furniture.

Uncle Wu did not get a house this time, and Aunt Feng stayed in the house and refused to see him.

Grandma Qiu stood in the yard, her eyes slightly red. She held Grandma Huang's hand for a long time and was reluctant to let go, her voice choked with sobs.

"Old sister, since you left, my yard has become much quieter..."

Huang Nai patted the back of her hand gently and said with a smile:

"Don't be sad, sister. Although we don't live together anymore, we're not far away. Once everything is sorted out, come visit me often if you have time."

As she spoke, she deliberately raised her voice, glanced in the direction of the Wu family, and said with a hint of ridicule:

"Finally, I don't have to live under the same roof with those pink-eyed chickens. I feel so relieved!"

The newly divided family compound was bustling with activity. Every household was busy moving, and everyone's face was filled with joy and enthusiasm. No matter who they saw, everyone greeted each other with a smile.

Watching everyone coming in and out buying things, Xu Mengyao and Huang Wenrong boarded the train to Pengcheng again. The purpose of their trip was very clear - to pick out some household items for their new home, decorate their rooms, and make the new house full of new look.

On the train, the two sisters excitedly discussed their shopping lists.

"Juan, I think we should go buy curtains first. If we replace the curtains with new ones, the whole room will look brand new." Huang Wenrong suggested.

Xu Mengyao nodded in agreement. "That's right. You can hang different colors in each room. And for bedding, you must choose the most comfortable four-piece sets. And for those appliance covers, you have to choose some exquisite and beautiful ones that are pleasing to the eye."

After careful selection, they finally returned home with a full load and carefully decorated their own home, while the family compound was full of neighbors visiting each other to learn from each other.

Seeing the Huang family's brand new curtains in different colors, four-piece bedding sets in different styles and patterns, and exquisitely crocheted appliance covers, the neighbors all looked at them with envy, praised their new home furnishings, and kept asking where they could buy the same ones.

Seeing this, Xu Mengyao had an idea and decided to strike while the iron was hot and organize a group purchase for the residents of the family compound, promising to help everyone purchase the same items at a preferential price.

As soon as the news got out, the family compound was in an uproar. People came in droves to consult and buy, and Xu Mengyao and Huang Wenrong's business flourished.

During the winter break, they barely left the gates of their compound, yet they were incredibly busy. Seeing their home piled with orders and their neighbors' satisfied smiles, the sisters felt a sense of accomplishment and their wallets were filled.