"Let's not talk about that anymore. Come on, Uncle San, let's play a few rounds."
Seeing that everyone had left, Sun Zhengguo was happy to have some peace and quiet, so that the group of people wouldn't be able to keep up with their chatter and make the game of chess more peaceful.
"Then let's put it out! What are we waiting for?"
After setting up the chess pieces, the two became engrossed in the world of chess, playing one game, then another... and slowly, they lost track of how much time had passed.
All that is known is that Yan Jiecheng, who used to do odd jobs, has returned, as have his younger siblings, and a crowd has gathered at the door.
Sun Zhengguo then realized that it might be getting late.
"Uncle, that's enough for today. Let's continue another day. I still need to go back and cook!"
"Okay! Come again next time."
Yan Bugui said cheerfully.
Because he also has to work, even if he's on duty every day, he has to stick to his post. This is his basic principle as a person.
After saying goodbye to Yan Bugui, Sun Zhengguo took his younger brother and sister home.
When I got home, the food was ready. I just put it in the steamer and heated it up a little, and it didn't smell bad.
There was quite a bit of meat prepared at noon, and Sun Zhengguo wouldn't eat it all by himself; he would definitely share it with his family.
Wow! Bro, where did you get so much meat?
Sun Zheng's eyes turned green with envy. It was true that there was a shortage of grain, but there was an even greater shortage of meat! As far as the Sun family was concerned, they only had a few ounces of meat per month, and sometimes there wasn't even any available for sale.
"Brother, I love you to death! Have a piece first, to satisfy my craving."
After Sun Zhenghong finished speaking, he pinched a piece of fatty meat with his hand and stuffed it into his mouth.
"Keep your voice down and don't go around saying anything. There's not even enough food to eat out there. If they knew you were eating meat, and a whole big bowl of it at that, they'd tear you apart."
After listening to her brother's words, Sun Zhenghong nodded while chewing on the delicious braised pork. It was true that she was greedy, but that didn't mean she was brainless!
After finishing the meat in her mouth, Sun Zhenghong resisted the urge to eat more. She wanted to wait for her parents to come back so they could all eat together.
At this moment, Sun Zheng'an followed the scent and made his way to the kitchen.
"Oh! What did you steal to eat? You didn't even call me."
Seeing his sister's greasy lips, Sun Zheng'an understood everything.
"What are you yelling about? It's already in the cage. We'll eat together when Mom and Dad come back."
Sun Zhengguo wouldn't spoil his younger brother.
"I was just asking, no rush."
Sun Zheng'an didn't care. He really wasn't as greedy as his sister. As long as there was food, what did it matter if he waited?
As evening fell, the workers in the courtyard gradually went home. When they learned that their quotas would be reduced again, they could do nothing but complain.
Mr. and Mrs. Sun received the news before they even got home, and they both looked very worried.
no way?
Although my own family is doing alright for now, I can't stop having so many relatives!
The two returned home, and the siblings, seeing their parents return, prepared to eat.
As soon as Mr. and Mrs. Sun entered the house, they smelled a wonderful aroma of meat. After glancing at the meat on the table, they quickly closed the door.
The couple exchanged a glance, said nothing, called over their children, and began to eat.
After dinner, there wasn't even any broth left on the braised pork on the table. Only then did Sun Dajiang open the doors and windows to let in some fresh air.
"You guys go and inform them that there will be a college-wide meeting in a bit."
After opening the doors and windows, Sun Dajiang suddenly remembered what Yan Bugui had said when he left work: Xu Damao was back and there would be a meeting tonight to settle the matter from the day before yesterday, so as to prevent the children in the compound from being corrupted in the future.
Without asking any questions, the siblings went outside and began to notify each household.
By 7:30 p.m., the Intermediate People's Court was already packed with people. It was summer, and the place was so hot inside that even toddlers who had just learned to walk had come.
A worn-out eight-immortal table, three people sitting in a triangular formation, everything else is the same except the person in the middle has changed.
Seeing that everyone had arrived, the three exchanged glances and decided that the second-in-command would continue to lead the charge.
"Ahem! Quiet down. Tonight's meeting was convened at the request of several of us old men. The purpose is singular: to criticize and correct the bad ideas of certain individuals and purify the atmosphere of our compound."
As Liu Haizhong finished speaking, people started to discuss it. Most of the neighbors in the compound didn't know what was going on and were asking each other. Only a few people knew the details, and their eyes all turned to Xu Damao.
Our Comrade Xu Damao, completely unaware that this conference was held for him, was smiling and whispering to a few of his admirers.
“Xu Damao, I’m talking to you. You’re still grinning like that. Get up here and stand in front of me.”
Liu Haizhong shouted loudly, startling all the neighbors below.
Xu Damao, the person involved, had no idea what was wrong with Liu Haizhong that caused him trouble.
But now, under the watchful eyes of everyone and having been called out by name, Xu Damao had no choice but to stand up and walk to the front desk.
"Gentlemen, I just got back from showing a movie today. I didn't offend anyone. What exactly happened? Even if I die, I want to know the truth."
Seeing that Xu Damao was still pretending to be confused, Yan Bugui couldn't hold back any longer.
"Alright! Xu Damao, I'll give you a chance. Now, please explain your position."
"I've come to ask you, what did you say at the gate of the courtyard the night before last? Can you tell everyone about it?"
Upon hearing this, the neighbors in the compound realized there was more to the story! They all fell silent, waiting to hear what Xu Damao had to say.
Seeing the strange looks from his neighbors, all of whom were staring at him, Xu Damao felt flustered. He hadn't expected that even after two days, they would still be harping on this trivial matter!
What do we do now?
Xu Damao racked his brains but couldn't come up with a solution, so he could only try to argue his way out of it.
"Grandpas, I'm innocent! That night I was just telling stories, stories that the villagers told me. Otherwise, how would I know so much when I'm not even married yet?"
"That's just making excuses. That's not what you said at the time. Do you want me to find some witnesses for you?"
Yan Bugui had thought that if Xu Damao obediently admitted it, then out of respect for Xu Fugui, he could just criticize and correct him later.
But now it seems this guy won't give up until he's completely cornered!
They're determined to fight to the bitter end!
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