Courtyard House: Drunk and tipsy, the whole courtyard exposed at the start.

In order to protect the "whistleblower," the previous usury case was not publicized in a big way, but it could not be kept secret in the Nanluoguxiang area. The street office made a lot of noise and the municipal bureau could not stop it.

This time, however, it was a great thing to celebrate. Reporter An Hong from the Daily News seized the opportunity to conduct the interview and rushed over excitedly.

but……

Third grade in elementary school?

Why are you so tall?

Is it an imposter?

"Are you Zhang Dabiao...classmate?"

"Yeah, what's up?"

"You...are in third grade?"

"That's right, so what? You're not allowed?"

"How old are you?"

"Just turned sixteen!" I almost blurted out "Just turned eighteen"...

The reporter across from me fell silent... Sixteen years old, third grade of elementary school, how can I not understand this?

Zhang Dabiao was a little anxious because he had been treated like a monkey these past few days, which was indeed a bit annoying. However, for the sake of the Daily News, he tried his best to suppress his temper.

However, he answered the reporter's questions very casually.

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Why did you want to invent these little gadgets?

Because of laziness.

Kid, if you say that, it'll be hard for me to write a report.

That's your business, it has nothing to do with me. If you write something wrong, I'll sue you for defamation. Guangqi, you have to be my witness.

……

To put it another way, what was the purpose of inventing these products?

Whipping cream is easier, isn't it?

Do you know how to whip cream?

How novel! Several of my neighbors in the courtyard know how to do it.

Do you have a secret recipe?

Hmm, is that not allowed?

Why do you need to whip cream?

I want to eat a cream cake.

……

Can I assume that you invented these things because you're lazy and greedy?

Sure, no problem, that's exactly how I am. We Young Pioneers don't lie!

……

What are your thoughts on these products earning foreign exchange?

Can this thing earn foreign exchange?

You do not know?

Nobody told me that?

So what are your thoughts?

I don't have any particular thoughts.

It can earn foreign exchange for the country!

It's not like I'm the one earning foreign exchange. Even if I earn foreign exchange, I can't use it, so what's my problem?

As long as it doesn't interfere with my whipping cream and eating cake, I don't care what he does.

……

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In the end, reporter An was defeated and could only leave in a huff. She had never seen such a "straightforward" interviewee before. Everyone else was full of self-righteous nonsense and trying to glorify themselves.

This is a daily newspaper!

Even if the interview is only as small as a tofu block, it's still a great honor, isn't it?

But this guy acted like nothing was wrong, saying whatever came to mind, just being so blunt.

Liu Guangqi was incredibly embarrassed. As he saw the reporter off, he explained at the courtyard gate, "You know, my younger brother... he has a problem here, you know?"

Liu Guangqi pointed to his temple and made a half-circle twisting motion.

"Otherwise, why would someone who's 16 years old still be in the third grade of elementary school, right?"

"Please bear with him, his mind has only recently improved, and it's probably not fully recovered yet."

"Plus, his temperament and personality are different from most people; he's straightforward and says what he thinks."

"So, could you polish his words a bit, embellish them?"

The reporter then realized why Zhang Dabiao was so "fierce".

She sighed heavily, "Alas, I misunderstood, and I feel sorry for the child."

"Even in this state, he can still contribute to the country. I don't know whether to call him a genius or an idiot..."

"Okay, I understand."

"Don't worry, the editor-in-chief will keep an eye on this report and will definitely give Zhang Dabiao a positive review. You can rest assured."

Liu Guangqi finally saw reporter An off, and Zhang Dabiao breathed a sigh of relief.

It's finally over.

He had just learned that the reporter's name was An Hong, and for some reason, his mind was filled with—

[An Hong, I miss you, I miss you so much I can't sleep!]

I almost blurted it out!

We finally got them off.

Looking at Zhang Dabiao, who was relaxing and looking carefree, Liu Guangqi shook his head helplessly.

It'll make the newspapers! It'll bring honor! It'll bring glory to the family!

And this guy still seemed so disgusted?

Do you know how many people can't even get a small piece of text in a daily newspaper, even if they pay money?

Sometimes he really wanted to crack open Zhang Dabiao's head and see what was so special about him.

Or did Sha Zhu crack your skull last time, and there's still some blood clot in your brain that hasn't healed yet?

They're completely out of step with our times!

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The next day, everyone gathered for a meal in Zhang Dabiao's small courtyard. The Xu family was hosting the dinner, and Sha Zhu was the head chef.

Then, while everyone was chatting and waiting for Sha Zhu to serve the food, they also talked about Zhang Dabiao's recent news and how he was making headlines in the newspapers.

The newspaper has been bought, and many people in the courtyard and alley have already read it.

The newspaper praised Zhang Dabiao so much...

No matter how thick-skinned Zhang Dabiao is, he felt a little ashamed after seeing this report.

The saying "silent until the moment of triumph" is enough;

What do you mean by studying hard to serve the country? — I do want to study hard to serve the country, but I'm only seeing fifth-grade textbooks now, I feel so guilty.

What do you mean by being helpful and united with neighbors, using your own ration to help neighbors in need? — I swear, that's cornmeal, I really can't eat that!

What high moral character, sincerity, and childlike innocence? — I'm just too lazy to lie. What's the point of lying to you? Besides, I have a bad temper. Is that what you call a childlike innocence? Is something wrong here?

What—

Anyway, Zhang Dabiao felt that what was written on this wasn't him at all; this guy was a perfect person!

And what about yourself?

He has a very clear understanding of himself; he's a complete idiot, otherwise why would his nickname be "Sang Biao" (meaning "loser idiot").

I tossed the newspaper aside, not wanting to read it anymore; it bothered me.

Then Qin Jingru put the newspaper away; she needed to find a glass frame to mount it.

Security activist, Young Pioneer, Communist Youth League member, little inventor, temporary purchasing agent for a comprehensive utilization plant, featured in a daily newspaper...

I seem to have accomplished quite a few achievements lately...

However, in the eyes of his neighbors, he was a madman, short-tempered, meticulous, vindictive, a skilled painter, unconventional, fearless of authority (he didn't respect any old man, director, or factory manager, and even his own relatives couldn't control him), a spendthrift, a sixteen-year-old third-grade elementary school idiot...

That's not bad either.

Never mind, let's eat.

"Silly Zhu, is it ready yet?! Hurry up! I'm hungry!"

"Here it comes!"

Today is Xu Damao's first official job, and he's treating everyone to dinner. Originally, they planned to hold it in the side courtyard, but Xu Fugui decided to do it in the middle courtyard instead, and also invited one of each of the neighbors' families.

Because he's being transferred and moved away tomorrow, this is called "courtesy first, then force."

He invited every family in the courtyard, even the old deaf man and Yi Zhonghai, among others, to the table. He had shown them proper etiquette and also reminded everyone that the Xu family still had elders.

For this reason, Xu Fugui also paid special respects to Liu Pangpang, the current eldest uncle in our courtyard. He is a real elder in the courtyard. As long as he is willing to step in and handle things fairly and justly, Xu Damao will not suffer any losses.

There's also Liu Guangqi, a smart man. Da Mao is close to him, and with his guidance, he won't be taken advantage of.

Finally, he paid a separate toast to Zhang Dabiao, saying that as long as Da Mao had a good relationship with him, he would protect Da Mao in crucial moments.

It has to be said that Xu Fugui has an incredibly sharp eye.

The meal lasted until 2:30 pm. Although it wasn't as high-class as Zhang Dabiao's and Liu Guangqi's meal, it wasn't much different from the meal when Yi Zhonghai recognized his relatives. Everyone enjoyed the meal immensely.

The next morning, Xu Fugui called a car to tow his things away, but—

Xu Xiaoling, however, did not leave.