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First, he was unwilling to take on the responsibility of raising a child, feeling that raising a child from a young age was too troublesome;

Secondly, Yi Zhonghai had seen many examples of biological sons turning out to be ungrateful, so he naturally felt that adopted sons would be even less reliable.

Finally, Yi Zhonghai believes that raising children costs a lot of money, and he prefers to choose a method that does not require too much investment.

This means ensuring one's quality of life in old age by selecting suitable caregivers.

On the contrary, the older woman had some ideas about adopting a child.

The older woman knew in her heart that Jia Dongxu was a good boy, but expecting him to take care of her in her old age and see her off in her final days was probably a bit difficult.

After all, Jia Zhangshi was no pushover!

Moreover, Jia Dongxu is already under a lot of pressure, so even if he has the will, he may not have the ability!

However, she had no say in front of Yi Zhonghai; she couldn't fight city hall.

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After hearing Xiao Shan's words, Director Wang also felt that there was some truth to them.

After all, Yi Zhonghai and his wife have no children. If they could adopt one, it would be a good thing for both of them and for the child.

So Director Wang said to Yi Zhonghai, who was sitting next to him, "Old Yi, if you really want to adopt a child, there are many children who are only a few years old and have just learned to speak among those who fled this time. Their families were lost during the escape. If you are willing to adopt, the child will definitely be willing too! And you don't have to worry about their family members coming to claim them later!"

"Uncle, I think you should just agree to this! Let Director Wang help you pick out a smart and filial one, so you'll have someone to take care of you when you're old," Xu Damao joked, not wanting to miss out on something good.

Although Lou Xiao'e felt that Xu Damao's words might offend someone, she didn't say anything.

After all, you still have to give your man some face in public!

Jia Zhangshi's eyes darted around, and she chimed in, "Old Yi, if you ask me, you really should adopt one. While you can still work, and this old lady still has the energy, she can stay home and take care of the child!"

“If you wait a few more years, even if you have the will, you won’t have the energy to take care of them. What will you do when you’re old?” “The young people in our compound are all very respectful of the elderly and kind to children, but they’re not your own children, so you can’t take care of them as well as you could. It’s more reassuring to raise your own children.”

Jia Zhangshi's words were practically a direct statement: "Our Dongxu doesn't have the energy to serve you wholeheartedly."

"Mom, don't talk nonsense. Even if my master doesn't adopt children, I can't just stand by and do nothing when he gets old," Jia Dongxu quickly said to Jia Zhangshi.

Madam Jia opened her mouth, but didn't say anything.

Now is not the time to turn against Yi Zhonghai. We're still counting on him to teach Dongxu the technology!

Moreover, since Dongxu has spoken, I have to give him some face.

At this moment, Liu Haizhong also spoke to Yi Zhonghai, saying, "Old Yi, don't hesitate to contribute to the country! It's just that we already have three sons, otherwise I would definitely adopt one."

Upon hearing Liu Haizhong's words, someone in the courtyard immediately started to jeer: "Second Uncle, all three of your children are sons, it would be perfect if you adopted a daughter."

At this moment, Auntie Er quickly said, "Don't talk nonsense, are you trying to work me to death! Raising three boys is tiring enough, and now you want another one?"

"Isn't that exactly the same as Uncle San's house?" someone who loved to stir up trouble said with a laugh.

Seeing the crowd making a fuss, Director Wang waved his hand, signaling everyone to quiet down.

Everyone still gives Director Wang a lot of face.

After everyone quieted down, Director Wang looked at Yi Zhonghai and said, "Old Yi, if you really want to adopt a child, I'll make contact for you right away."

At this point, Yi Zhonghai's complexion gradually returned to normal.

Upon hearing Director Wang's inquiry, Yi Zhonghai forced a smile: "Director Wang, let's forget about it! The steel mill is busy right now, and my wife has to take care of my mother. We simply can't manage to have a child!"

"However, I also know the difficulties the neighborhood faces. How about this, I'll donate fifty yuan to help ease the burden on the neighborhood."

Although Yi Zhonghai did not agree to adopt the child, he was willing to donate money, so Director Wang's trip was not in vain.

Director Wang then looked at Yi Zhonghai and said with a smile, "Old Yi, your awareness is impeccable! Alright, I thank you on behalf of the disaster-stricken people."

"Since you're not going to adopt, then forget it. Let's talk about the first thing: anyone who's single and looking for a partner, come and register. I remember there are quite a few single young men and women in the neighborhood."

"Those who want to find a son-in-law can also register."

When Director Wang brought up the topic of blind dates again, Liu Guangqi wanted to raise his hand, as he was of marriageable age.

But looking at his dad, I doubt he'd agree.

So Liu Guangqi held back and didn't raise his hand.

Yan Jiecheng also wanted to try going on a blind date.

However, this matter still needs his parents' consent, so he did not raise his hand.

Director Wang looked around and saw that no one had raised their hand, which disappointed him.

At this moment, Xiao Shan said with a smile, "Director Wang, many people will definitely feel embarrassed in front of so many people! It would be better to let them come to you directly later when they have time!"

Director Wang thought about it and felt that Xiao Shan's words made sense.

They were all young men and women in their early twenties, and they were probably shy and embarrassed.

So Director Wang nodded: "If you're interested in this blind date, you can come to the neighborhood office to find me!"

"If everyone has nothing else to say, let's call it a day!"

"Old Yi, our neighborhood office will issue a letter of commendation for your donation of fifty yuan, so that your donation won't be in vain."

At this moment, Xiao Shan looked at Director Wang and said, "Director Wang, if the neighborhood is in trouble, we residents can't just stand by and do nothing! The neighborhood has helped us a lot in the past, so we should at least lend a hand."

“Although I don’t earn as much as the old man, I’m just as willing to help the neighborhood with its difficulties. I’m donating twenty yuan as a token of my appreciation.”

Director Wang looked at Xiao Shan and said with a smile, "Xiao Shan's awareness is really high! I've heard about your reputation at the steel rolling mill even in the neighborhood. I heard that the steel rolling mill promoted you to the first quarter's outstanding individual!"

"Thank you in advance, Auntie. Your courtyard house might even produce a cadre in the future!"

Many people's eyes lit up when they heard that Xiao Shan had been selected as an outstanding individual of the quarter.

Especially after hearing Director Wang mention that it might be linked to officials, many people started to have their own ideas.

The most enthusiastic was naturally Liu Haizhong, a power-hungry official: "Director Wang, our desire to share the burden of the street's difficulties is no less than that of Lao Yi and Xiao Shan! So, I'll donate thirty yuan."

Xu Damao couldn't wait to say, "Director Wang, I'm a cultured person in this courtyard, how could I, Xu Damao, miss out on such an active event? I don't earn much, I can't compare with the old men, but I'll donate twenty yuan and twenty jin of cornmeal."

Lou Xiao'e's family is wealthy, so she didn't find anything wrong with Xu Damao's donation.

Led by Liu Haizhong and Xu Damao, many people in the courtyard also followed suit and expressed their willingness to donate.

One or two yuan, four or five yuan.

Spend a little money to leave a good impression on Director Wang; it will make things easier for him in the future.

Not a loss.

Director Wang, not expecting such an unexpected gain from his visit, happily said, "Great! I appreciate everyone's kindness! Old Yan, could you please register this? Later, our neighborhood committee will issue a notice specifically praising the helpful residents of our No. 95 courtyard house."

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Upon hearing Director Wang's invitation, Yan Bugui immediately patted his chest and assured him, "Don't worry, Director Wang, I can handle this."

I heard the neighborhood will be announcing a performance, and those who donated money are incredibly happy.

Having your name displayed on a commendation notice posted by the street office is a matter of pride.

It's different from donating money to the institute; that only circulates within the institute itself.

The streets then face a wider range of people.

Most of the people who work at the steel rolling mill live in the nearby streets.

Being praised by the neighborhood committee means that almost half the workers in the steel rolling mill know about it.

Director Wang left happily, and the people in the courtyard were also quite happy.

Xiao Shan donated twenty yuan, continuing to maintain his persona as a highly conscious and proactive individual.

After Director Wang left, Yi Zhonghai said, "If there's nothing else, let's adjourn the meeting!" Suddenly, Jia Zhangshi, the owner of the "April 27th" fruit farm, stood up and said to Yi Zhonghai, "Old Yi, the grain ration has been reduced again. What are we going to do? Do you think it's easy for our Dongxu family to earn money?"

Jia Zhangshi felt so sorry for her!

Watching the money being spent like water to buy food felt like cutting off her own flesh.

Previously, cornmeal cost two cents a pound in Pigeon City, while wheat flour cost four or five cents, so his family didn't dare to eat wheat flour.

Even cornmeal was a precious commodity for Jia Zhangshi.

Moreover, cornmeal irritates the throat, and the dual torment of mental and physical pain nearly drove Jia Zhangshi insane.

Seeing Jia Zhangshi taking the lead, many people also looked at Yi Zhonghai, waiting for him to make a decision.

Seeing that everyone was looking at him, Yi Zhonghai took a tactical sip of water and then said, "Let's discuss this. If you have any good ideas, please step forward and share them!"

“There is a food shortage all over the country right now, and I can’t solve the problem by myself. If anyone has any ideas, please bring them up quickly. It will help our institute overcome its difficulties, and everyone will definitely appreciate it.”

Yi Zhonghai glanced at the crowd in the courtyard. Many of them were now acting like quails, keeping their heads down and not saying a word.

Yi Zhonghai was actually quite annoyed.

When the meeting started, you, Jia Zhangshi, even suggested that I adopt a child.

They come begging for help when they need something; I don't know how they can be so shameless.

If it weren't for the fact that this old man holds a position, he wouldn't bother with it at all!

Seeing that no one spoke, Yi Zhonghai looked at Xiao Shan: "Xiao Shan, you usually have the most ideas, do you have any suggestions?"

Xiao Shan had just touched a nerve with him, and Yi Zhonghai was holding a grudge!

Many people also looked towards Xiaoshan, some gloating, others indifferent.

Xu Damao is getting along well with Xiao Shan now, and he also disapproves of Yi Zhonghai's behavior.

So he said, "Uncle, if even you three uncles can't solve this, why are you asking Xiaoshan? Why don't you three uncles go down and let Xiaoshan take charge of things in the courtyard?"

Upon hearing Xu Damao's words, Lou Xiao'e quickly tugged at Xu Damao's sleeve and whispered, "Damao, don't talk nonsense!"

Lou Xiao'e reminded him that Xu Damao had just realized he had offended both Liu Haizhong and Yan Bugui!

He usually got along well with Liu Haizhong and Yan Bugui, but he didn't get along well with Yi Zhonghai.

After all, from childhood to adulthood, whenever he and He Yuzhu fought, Yi Zhonghai always sided with He Yuzhu.

Although He Yuzhu and Yi Zhonghai's relationship doesn't seem as close as before, Xu Damao still remembers this grudge!

Xiao Shan saw that Xu Damao had spoken up for him, but ended up offending Liu Haizhong and Yan Bugui, so he naturally couldn't ignore it.

So he smiled and said to Xu Damao, "Brother Mao, have you been drinking today?"

Seeing Xiao Shan come to his rescue, Xu Damao quickly said, "I did drink a bit too much today! I was just talking nonsense, please don't take it seriously."

Hearing Xu Damao say this, Liu Haizhong and Yan Bugui's expressions softened slightly.

At this moment, Xiao Shan smiled and said, "If you're talking about solutions, I actually have one! In our institute, some people earn a lot, and some earn a little; the rations also vary. Some people don't have enough to eat, and they don't have enough money to buy expensive grain; others are rich and have plenty of money..."

Although Xiao Shan didn't finish his sentence, everyone understood!

Many people in the courtyard experienced the era of eating from the same pot.

If we don't have enough to eat, there are plenty in the yard!

As long as the whole courtyard eats from the same pot, they will never starve!

As a result, many people looked at Yi Zhonghai.

He was an old man, and also the one who earned the most in the compound.

If he doesn't speak up, this plan simply can't be carried out!

Seeing everyone looking at him, Yi Zhonghai's face instantly turned ugly.

I never imagined that my attempt to trick Xiaoshan would backfire and end up hurting myself.

Yi Zhonghai is now in the eye of the storm because of Xiaoshan.

If he disagrees with the egalitarian system, the reputation he has built up over the years will immediately collapse.

No matter how well you do normally, if you don't stand with everyone to overcome difficulties when things get tough, but instead enjoy a life of luxury, people will naturally dislike you.

Many people who disliked Yi Zhonghai's hypocritical demeanor began to gloat.

Yi Zhonghai gritted his teeth. No matter what, he couldn't afford to ruin his reputation and public image!

He hasn't yet transformed the courtyard into an ideal retirement home that respects the elderly and cares for the young; this old man will have to continue playing the role of a caregiver!

So Yi Zhonghai said with a serious expression, "This can't be done by me alone. The whole hospital needs to work together. I can contribute more money. We need to come up with a detailed plan!"