Courtyard House: Report enemy agents at the start, and you'll take off immediately.

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Suddenly, everyone remembered what Zhao De had said before.

Tomorrow, I will only call one or two neighbors from the courtyard over, depending on the situation.

In an instant, Yan Bugui, Liu Haizhong, and the others' hands began to tremble.

If I can attend.

Even if you only give a five-yuan gift, you can still make your money back!

Moreover, this is meat, which normally requires a ration coupon to buy.

So even if the gift money doubles, you won't feel like you're losing out.

Immediately afterwards, Yan Bugui said with a beaming smile:

"Dezi, what about tomorrow..."

"Let's not talk about anything else. I promise I won't skimp on this gift; it will definitely make you look good! Don't worry!"

Yan Bugui had decided that he would give Zhao De a gift of five yuan if Zhao De agreed.

This amount was not small, given the social context at the time.

Most people only give one or two cents, at most five cents or a dollar.

"Okay, tomorrow is Sunday, and you don't have to work, so please come over!"

Zhao De considered that Yan Bugui's attitude had changed and he was now on his side.

So he agreed to his request.

Besides, gatherings with more people are more lively, aren't they?

Liu Haizhong then followed suit, expressing his willingness to come.

Zhao De had no reason to refuse him.

These two men would definitely give a generous dowry as long as their eldest son was being watched by Qianqian.

"Brother Zhu, why don't you come and join in the fun?"

Seeing Sha Zhu's hesitant expression, Zhao De took the initiative to extend an invitation.

Sha Zhu actually wanted to go, but not for the food.

Instead, I wanted to take this opportunity to learn how to organize a banquet.

After all, his situation was similar to Zhao De's.

I have absolutely no idea how to organize a banquet.

Previously, they could rely on the deaf old lady and Yi Zhonghai to help manage things.

But now that the two families have fallen out, troubling the deaf old lady or Uncle Yi Zhonghai again would leave us indebted to them.

You'll inevitably be taken advantage of in the future, and it won't be easy to pay it back.

Therefore, since Zhao De took the initiative to invite him, Sha Zhu gladly accepted.

I've been busy since early this morning.

Even if it's not considered helping Qianqian, it's still worth the effort!

Meanwhile, the older woman seemed rather uncomfortable.

Because Zhao De did not take the initiative to invite their family.

The older woman really didn't help.

On the one hand, there was no reason for it, and on the other hand, it wasn't because he wanted anything from Zhao De.

Even if she wanted Zhao De's pork, Zhao De wouldn't just give it away.

Furthermore, that's how Zhao De's relationship with the older woman ended.

Although Lao Yi wanted to smooth things over, Zhao De didn't appreciate it.

Therefore, the older woman stood aside and watched.

Even if I really wanted to help, I couldn't bring myself to do it.

Then, the other residents also gathered around.

Everyone wanted to go to the banquet with Zhao De; the scene was clearly very grand!

For these residents, there are so many people.

How could Zhao De possibly invite someone by name in public? Even if he were to invite someone, he would do it secretly in private.

Otherwise, you'll offend a lot of people.

After some maneuvering, Zhao De finally managed to deal with them all.

Then he started packing his things, except for the pork which was hanging on the truck.

He also remembered to bring those gifts.

This puzzled Sha Zhu and the others, so they casually asked about it.

Zhao Deqing cleared his throat and gave a reasonable explanation:

"Qianqian needs to rest for at least three to five months to recover."

“These things will just gather dust if left there, so I plan to give them to Yu Li to use first.”

"I'll buy her another one when Qianqian comes back."

This left Sha Zhu, Liu, and Yan somewhat bewildered.

I feel that it's hard to say whether doing this is right or wrong.

"Shazhu, you can take this women's bicycle and ride it. Come with me in a bit."

As Zhao De spoke, he locked the door.

Still not entirely reassured, I went to check if the cellar was locked properly.

"Set off!".

Chapter Sixty-Three: Bringing so much stuff caused a sensation!

Around noon, Zhao De brought Sha Zhu to Yu Li's doorstep.

"Sister Yu Li's fiancé is here!"

"Big brother is here! There's something delicious to eat!"

Amidst the cheers of the older women, aunties, and children.

The courtyard was instantly filled with a festive atmosphere, as lively as the height of summer.

Sha Zhu was somewhat surprised:

"Brother Zhao, you seem to be quite popular here!"

"Of course, I'm popular wherever I go!"

Zhao De was quite pleased with himself; after all, who wouldn't like his "money power"?

"Brother, why did you bring so much stuff again!"

Yu Li walked quickly out of the yard and was pleasantly surprised to see two bicycles covered with gifts.

"I've prepared some gifts for you. Also, I hunted two wild boars yesterday, and I brought one of them with me."

Upon hearing Zhao De's words, Yu Li and the neighbors present could no longer remain calm:

You hunted two wild boars? And brought one back with you?

Looking at all the hutongs and courtyards in this area, this is truly the first of its kind!

"This son-in-law can even hunt! The Yu family has really struck gold!"

The neighbors around were all talking at once, their voices filled with envy, admiration, and flattery.

"Bro, you're amazing!"

Yu Li looked at Zhao De with admiration, thinking he was incredibly capable.

"It's nothing, it just took some time and a bit of luck."

"By the way, this is Sha Zhu, the cook in our compound who works at the steel mill."

Zhao De introduced Sha Zhu to the situation and then prepared to let him leave:

"Shazhu, this is none of your business. Go do whatever you're supposed to be doing!"

"do not!"

But Sha Zhu said:

"Zhao De, are you asking Old Li to come and cook for you tomorrow?"

"That's right! What's wrong?"

Sha Zhu had a sudden inspiration and suggested: