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How could you be so bold?

"I've been blinded by love!"

Zhao De, with a look of blaming himself, stepped forward and hugged his second aunt.

Her figure was neither fat nor thin, but full and elastic, with a delicate feel that was very comfortable to touch.

Feeling Zhao De's hands getting a little restless, Yu Meishu said irritably.

Is that what you think about all day long?

"Can't you behave yourself? It's not like you don't have a wife."

Zhao De said with a grin, "A man is a boy until he dies!"

"Besides, Yu Li can't compare to the feeling I get from my second aunt."

"You know what? I really love your curves. I could play with them forever."

"You don't have a mother complex, do you?"

Auntie suddenly turned around and looked at Zhao De thoughtfully.

Zhao De was stunned for a moment, then quickly waved his hands, "No, no, how could that be!"

"there must be."

Yu Meishu muttered something to herself, not wanting to get entangled with him any longer, and broke free to rush out the door.

They worked until sunset, and Zhao De and his second aunt finally finished decorating their new home.

Afterwards, he rode his bicycle back to the courtyard house with his second aunt on the back.

"Second Aunt, if Yu Li asks, just say the matter is still being dealt with and it's a bit difficult..."

Zhao De assigned him the task from the factory.

He clearly told his second aunt about his plan to take this opportunity to slack off.

Unlike Yu Li, the second aunt did not blame Zhao De. Instead, she felt that what he did was reasonable.

When Yu Li got home, she saw that her second aunt was in a good mood.

But she first told Zhao De that the neighborhood office had sent a banner that afternoon with the words "Heroic Act" written on it.

This banner is now hanging next to the one in the factory that reads "People's Hero".

In addition, there was 100 yuan and some receipts.

Yu Meishu glanced at the banner on the wall, then at Zhao De, and a slight smile appeared on her lips.

At the same time, the factory's security department.

Section Chief Yang looked at Jia Zhangshi with a headache, "Jia Zhangshi, are you going to write a self-criticism or not?"

"I don't even recognize a few characters, how am I supposed to write?"

Jia Zhangshi glared at him sideways, still holding a grudge.

"You can go home if you write it, otherwise you'll have to stay at the factory tonight!"

Section Chief Yang spoke sternly, sounding somewhat agitated.

This Jia Zhangshi is really difficult to deal with; last time, she was taken directly to the police station. It was only this time, dealing with her, that I realized how thorny the problem is.

"Then I'll say it, and you write it, is that okay?"

"Okay, hurry up and tell me!"

Chapter Eighty-Two: Nonsense

Chapter Eighty-Two: Nonsense

Jia Zhangshi muttered, looking unwilling. The workers watching whispered among themselves, some shaking their heads, others covering their mouths and chuckling. They were clearly both helpless and amused by the stubbornness of this "influential figure".

“I, Jia Zhangshi, was wrong.” She began to speak haltingly, her voice not loud, but loud enough for those around her to hear. “I shouldn’t have spread rumors in the factory and affected everyone’s work mood. I will never do it again.”

Section Chief Yang quickly wrote it down, and a young worker named Xiao Li next to him couldn't help but interject: "Aunt Jia, your self-criticism is as simple as a primary school student's."

Upon hearing this, Jia Zhangshi suddenly looked up, a hint of resentment flashing in her eyes, but she quickly lowered her head again and remained silent. Seeing this, some of the surrounding workers felt sympathy, while others secretly shook their heads, whispering amongst themselves.

"Sigh, Aunt Jia has it tough. She has so many things to do at home, she's probably under a lot of pressure," sighed Old Wang, an older worker, to his colleague next to him.

“Yes, but that’s no excuse for spreading nonsense and making everyone anxious,” another worker chimed in, his tone a mix of understanding and reproach.

Just as everyone was discussing, Zhao De and Yu Meishu walked through the factory gate. Zhao De was dressed in clean and neat work clothes, while Yu Meishu had changed into newly bought clothes. The two walked side by side, attracting many glances.

"Isn't this Master Zhao? What brings you here to the factory today?" Xiao Li asked curiously, his eyes full of admiration for Zhao De.

"Oh, I just happened to be passing by. I brought my second aunt to see my work environment." Zhao De responded with a smile, his attitude gentle, yet maintaining an appropriate distance.

Yu Meishu observed quietly from the side. She was surprised by Zhao De's influence in the factory, and at the same time, a sense of pride rose in her heart. After all, the man in front of her was her nephew, and her only support in this city.

"Master Zhao, you're truly a star in our factory! Even the neighborhood committee sent you a banner!" Another worker excitedly pointed to the banner hanging on the office wall, his tone full of envy.

Zhao De waved his hand modestly, "It's what I should do. Anyone else would have done the same."

At this moment, Jia Zhangshi finished writing her self-criticism. Section Chief Yang breathed a sigh of relief and said to Zhao De, "Master Zhao, you've come at the right time. Jia Zhangshi's matter has been resolved. You see, our factory still needs positive role models like you to set a good example."

Zhao De smiled slightly, looked at Jia Zhangshi, his eyes filled with understanding and tolerance rather than blame, "Aunt Jia, if you have any difficulties in the future, you can come directly to me or the factory. Don't do such foolish things again."

Madam Jia was taken aback, not expecting Zhao De to say that. A hint of gratitude flashed in her eyes, but she still said curtly, "I know, I will be careful."

As the crowd dispersed, Zhao De and Yu Meishu prepared to leave as well. Before leaving, Yu Meishu suddenly stopped and turned back to Jia Zhangshi, saying, "Aunt Jia, things will get better, don't take it too hard."

Jia Zhangshi stared blankly at Yu Meishu for a long while before nodding, a barely perceptible warmth flashing in her eyes.

As they walked out of the factory gate, the afterglow of the setting sun shone on Yu Meishu and Zhao De. The two walked side by side on their way home, and Yu Meishu said softly, "Zhao De, aren't you afraid of what people will say about you?"

Chapter 83 The Right Choice

Chapter 83 The Right Choice

Zhao De shrugged. "Second Aunt, I only care about having a clear conscience. As for what others think, let them be."

"You're always like this." Yu Meishu sighed softly, but her tone was full of doting affection.

"Second Aunt, let's go home. I'll cook you a nice meal tonight," Zhao De suggested, trying to change the subject.

“Great! I’m looking forward to trying your cooking,” Yu Meishu said with a smile. The two exchanged a smile and continued on their way.

Amidst this warm atmosphere, Zhao De secretly plotted how to use the Super Lucky Card to prepare for the upcoming challenge.

As night fell, the streets of the small town were dimly lit, and the aroma of food wafted from every household. In Zhao De and Yu Meishu's home, the kitchen was bustling with activity, a lively symphony of pots and pans clattering. Zhao De focused intently on stirring the food in the pan, occasionally glancing up at the living room, where Yu Meishu and several neighboring women were sitting together, chatting happily.

"Tell me, how come Zhao De is so capable? Everyone inside and outside the factory praises him," Aunt Wang said enviously, her eyes full of approval for Zhao De.

"Yes, if only our son were half as sensible as Zhao De," Aunt Li chimed in, her tone tinged with helplessness and longing.

Yu Meishu's face beamed with pride. "Zhao De has been independent and kind-hearted since he was a child. You don't know, he has also secretly helped several families solve their difficulties."

A chorus of exclamations erupted in the living room. Zhao De, who could vaguely hear them from the kitchen, couldn't help but smile warmly. He knew in his heart that these praises were not only recognition of him personally, but also an affirmation of the beliefs he held dear.

At dinner time, a sumptuous feast was laid out on the table, its aroma filling the air. Neighbors sat together, the atmosphere warm and lively. At the dinner table, Zhao De casually mentioned an idea: "I've been thinking lately that the children in our town don't have many activities after school. Why don't we organize an interest group so that the children can learn something and have a safe place to play?"

This statement immediately sparked interest and discussion among the crowd.

"Great idea! My little one has been pestering me to learn to draw all the time, this is perfect!" Aunt Li's eyes lit up, and she seemed very excited.

"My daughter loves to dance. It would be wonderful if she could have a professional teacher to guide her!" Aunt Wang chimed in.

Yu Meishu looked at Zhao De with eyes full of satisfaction and support. "Zhao De, your idea is really good. We can try it on a small scale first and see how it goes."

Zhao De nodded, already having a preliminary plan in mind. He decided that tomorrow he would communicate with the school in town to see if he could borrow the school's facilities and find volunteers willing to participate in teaching.

After dinner, the guests gradually said their goodbyes. Zhao De saw off the last neighbor and turned to go back inside. Yu Meishu was clearing the table when Zhao De went over to help and whispered, "Second Aunt, I want to use that Super Lucky Card to help the children in town realize their dreams."

Yu Meishu stopped what she was doing and looked at Zhao De seriously. "You've made up your mind? This is a big deal. Are you sure you want to use it for this?"

Zhao De nodded firmly. "Yes, I feel there's nothing more important than helping the next generation. I believe this will be the right choice."

Chapter 84 It Was All Worth It

Chapter 84 It Was All Worth It

Yu Meishu was silent for a moment, then finally smiled in agreement, "Alright, Zhao De, you always manage to do something unexpected. I believe this time will be no exception."

In the stillness of the night, Zhao De lay in bed, clutching the mysterious super-lucky card tightly in his hand. He closed his eyes, silently recited his wish, and then gently waved it. The card emitted a soft light and then disappeared.

The next morning, as the first rays of sunlight shone through the gap in the curtains onto Zhao De's face, he seemed to see the future—the small town that had become even better because of his small efforts. He got up, his heart filled with unprecedented motivation and anticipation.

"Second Aunt, breakfast is ready. Today, we're going to get started." Zhao De's voice rang out from the kitchen. Yu Meishu came over at the sound of his voice, and the two smiled at each other. A new day, a new hope, was about to begin.

On a bright and sunny morning, Zhao De and Yu Meishu arrived early at the town's school and sat facing Principal Zhang in his office. After listening to Zhao De's suggestion, Principal Zhang first frowned slightly, seemingly weighing the pros and cons, but soon, a hint of appreciation flashed in his eyes.

“Zhao De, your idea is very visionary. The school has always wanted to provide more extracurricular activities for the children, but we have been hampered by limited resources. If you can organize it, the school is willing to give your full support.”

Zhao De nodded gratefully, "Thank you for your support, Principal Zhang. I will make preparations as soon as possible and strive to bring the plan to fruition."

As Zhao De and Yu Meishu walked home after leaving school, the neighbors on both sides of the street cast curious glances at them.

"Zhao De, I heard you're going to start an interest group for the kids, is that true?" Old Chen, who sells breakfast, put down the fried dough sticks in his hand, his face full of surprise.