Siheyuan: Start with a Truck Driver

Yan Jiecheng raised his head slightly and looked at the third aunt. A trace of pain flashed in his eyes and he said, "Mom, I got into some trouble outside. I... I was cheated. I have lost all my money and I don't have the face to come back."

The third uncle got even angrier after hearing this and said, "You just don't have a brain! You're such an adult, and you're still being deceived? What do you want us to do? Haven't you messed up this family enough?"

The third aunt quickly pulled the third uncle and said, "Alright, alright, stop scolding. Jie Cheng knows he's wrong now, let's let him go in first."

The third uncle snorted and said, "Go in? How dare he go in? He has made this family a mess."

The third aunt looked at the third uncle helplessly, then turned to Yan Jiecheng and said, "Jiecheng, don't listen to your father. Come into the house with mom first."

As she spoke, she pulled Yan Jiecheng into the house.

When I got home, the house was filled with a tense and depressing atmosphere.

The third uncle's face was filled with anger. He paced back and forth in the room, glaring at Yan Jiecheng from time to time.

Yan Jiecheng sat dejectedly aside, not daring to say a word.

The third uncle suddenly stopped and said firmly, "No, I have to send this kid to the security department of the textile factory. He has to be taught a lesson for his reckless behavior."

The third uncle's face was full of anger and disappointment. He felt that Yan Jiecheng's behavior was unforgivable.

When the third aunt heard this, she panicked. She stood up quickly and said anxiously, "No, old man. You can't send Jie Cheng to the security department. Jiefang has left home. If Jie Cheng is locked up again, there will be no one in our family to carry on the family line." The third aunt's eyes were full of anxiety and worry, and her voice was trembling slightly.

The third aunt continued, "We only have two sons. Jiefang now lives in the back house and is not close to us anymore. If something happens to Jiecheng again, what will we do in the future? We are counting on them to take care of us in our old age."

There was a look of pain on Auntie's face and her hands were tightly twisted together.

The third uncle frowned and said, "We can't just let him go. The mistake he made this time is too big. If we don't teach him a lesson, who knows what kind of disaster he will cause in the future."

At this time, the neighbors in the courtyard heard the noise coming from the third uncle's house and gathered around.

A neighbor said, "Uncle, don't be so impulsive. Jie Cheng may have been confused for a moment. Give him a chance." Another neighbor echoed, "Yes, Uncle. If Jie Cheng is sent to the security department, his future will be ruined."

Seeing that the neighbors were all pleading for Yan Jiecheng, Auntie Three saw a glimmer of hope. She quickly said to Uncle Three, "Old man, look at what the neighbors are saying. Let's reconsider it."

The third uncle looked at his neighbors, then at Yan Jiecheng, feeling very conflicted.

He knew that what the neighbors said made sense, but he was unwilling to let Yan Jiecheng go so easily.

At this moment, Yan Jiecheng suddenly stood up and said with tears in his eyes: "Dad, Mom, I know I was wrong. I will be a good person in the future and never make you angry again. Please give me a chance."

The third uncle looked at Yan Jiecheng's remorseful expression, and his anger gradually subsided. He sighed and said, "Okay, I'll let you go this time. But if you dare to make a mistake again, I will never let you go easily."

After hearing this, the third aunt finally felt relieved. She wiped her tears and said, "Jiecheng, you must remember this lesson."

The neighbors also breathed a sigh of relief and said, "That's right, any problems a family has should be solved properly."

Yan Jiecheng originally thought that he could successfully overcome this crisis with the forgiveness of his parents, and he felt a little relieved.

On this day, he was out on business and walking in the alley near the courtyard. The sun shone through the gaps between the leaves, forming patches of light, but Yan Jiecheng had no intention of appreciating this peaceful scene.

Suddenly, Bang Geng rushed out from a corner and blocked Yan Jiecheng's way.

Banggeng crossed his arms in front of his chest, his eyes revealing a hint of ferocity. He said viciously: "Yan Jiecheng, don't think this matter will just pass. It was you who framed Xiaodang, now you have to give me fifty yuan, otherwise you will be in trouble." Banggeng's tone was full of threats, as if Yan Jiecheng would be retaliated immediately if he did not agree to his request.

When Yan Jiecheng heard what Banggeng said, he became furious.

He widened his eyes and said angrily: "Banggeng, stop slandering me. When did I frame Xiaodang? You are blackmailing me." Yan Jiecheng's face turned red, and his heart was filled with anger and grievance.

He felt that Banggeng was being completely unreasonable and was trying to take the opportunity to blackmail him.

Bang Geng had no intention of backing down. He took a step forward, approached Yan Jiecheng, and said, "You are the one who framed Xiao Dang. Don't deny it. If you don't give me fifty yuan, I will tell everyone in the hospital and let everyone know your true identity."

Bang Geng's voice became louder and louder, and his eyes were full of provocation.

Yan Jiecheng looked at Bang Geng fearlessly and said, "Go ahead and tell me. I'm not afraid. Why should I admit to something I didn't do? Don't think I'm easy to bully."

Yan Jiecheng's tone was firm and powerful.

Seeing Yan Jiecheng refused to give in, Banggeng became even more furious. He narrowed his eyes and said through gritted teeth: "Yan Jiecheng, don't refuse my offer. I tell you, if you don't give me fifty yuan, I will report you. I will say that you have done a lot of bad things and let the police arrest you." Banggeng's tone was full of threats, as if he really had the ability to put Yan Jiecheng in trouble.

When Yan Jiecheng heard that Banggeng was going to report him, he panicked. He knew that although he had not framed Xiaodang, if Banggeng really reported him, he might get into trouble. His face turned pale and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

Yan Jiecheng's attitude softened instantly, and he quickly said: "Banggeng, no, no, no, don't report me. I really didn't frame Xiaodang. Fifty yuan is too much for you, I don't have that much money." There was a hint of pleading in Yan Jiecheng's voice and his eyes were full of fear.

Banggeng was unmoved. He sneered, "Humph, fifty yuan, not a penny less. If you don't give it to me, I will report you right away." Banggeng's eyes revealed a kind of determination, as if he had made up his mind to make Yan Jiecheng pay the price. Yan Jiecheng was so anxious that he didn't know what to do. He begged again, "Banggeng, please let me go. I will never mess with you again. I can give you some money, but fifty yuan is really too much."

When Banggeng saw Yan Jiecheng's expression, he felt more comfortable than drinking honey.

You know, in the courtyard, Banggeng was often bullied by Yan Jiecheng since he was a child. Once, Yan Jiecheng, Liu Guangfu and Liu Guangqi beat him up severely.

After decades, I can finally take revenge.

Yan Jiecheng is very clear that he is being targeted by Banggeng. If he gives the money to Banggeng this time, Banggeng will stick to him like a dog-skin plaster in the future.

Therefore, he needs to find a way to solve both the stick jokes in one go.

Yan Jiecheng thought of a friend named Liu Tiezhu, who was a very fierce man and was good at helping people solve problems.

Yan Jiecheng hurried to find his friend Liu Tiezhu. When he arrived at the place where Liu Tiezhu often appeared, he saw a tall and burly figure from a distance. Liu Tiezhu was as strong as an ox, standing there like a small mountain. He had a shiny bald head, which shone slightly coldly in the sun. Two thick black eyebrows were like two sharp swords, slanting into his temples. His eyes were not big, but they revealed a fierce light, as if they could see through people's souls. He had a high nose bridge, tightly closed lips, and hard lines on his face, giving people a sense of majesty without anger.

Liu Tiezhu was wearing a black short-sleeved shirt, revealing his sturdy arms, which were covered with tattoos. The tattoos were ferocious and intimidating. He was wearing a pair of black jeans that tightly wrapped around his strong legs. He was wearing a pair of black leather boots that made a dull sound when he walked.

Yan Jiecheng walked quickly to Liu Tiezhu, with a flattering smile on his face, and said eagerly: "Brother Tiezhu, I'm in big trouble, you have to help me." Liu Tiezhu raised his chin slightly and asked in a low and fierce voice: "What's the matter? Tell me."

Yan Jiecheng took a deep breath and began to tell Liu Tiezhu in detail about Bang Geng’s extortion.

"Brother Tiezhu, this is what happened. I thought my family's problems had finally settled down, but when I went out today, Banggeng suddenly stopped me. He insisted that I had framed Xiaodang and asked me to give him fifty yuan. How could I have framed Xiaodang? This is completely fabricated. But Banggeng refused to give in and threatened that if I didn't give him the money, he would report me."

As Yan Jiecheng spoke, he showed an expression of grievance and anger.

“Brother Tiezhu, you don’t know that in our courtyard, I did have some conflicts with Banggeng before, but he didn’t frame me and blackmail me like this.

He wants to take revenge on me whenever he gets the chance. I know if I give him the money this time, he will stick to me like a dog-skin plaster, and I will never have peace. So I have no other choice but to ask you for help. "

Yan Jiecheng looked at Liu Tiezhu expectantly, hoping that he could help.

After listening to Yan Jiecheng's story, Liu Tiezhu folded his hands over his chest, narrowed his eyes slightly, and said: "Old Yan, this matter is not easy to handle. I can't help you for nothing." When Yan Jiecheng heard this, his heart suddenly tightened. He did not expect Liu Tiezhu to make such a request.

Yan Jiecheng said hurriedly: "Brother Tiezhu, we have known each other for so many years, please help me this time. I will definitely repay you in the future." But Liu Tiezhu shook his head and said: "No, this matter is very risky, I have to get some benefits."

Yan Jiecheng's face turned ugly. He gritted his teeth and said, "Brother Tiezhu, how can you do this? Doesn't our previous friendship count? You are so disloyal." Yan Jiecheng's voice was full of anger and disappointment.

Liu Tiezhu was unmoved. He sneered and said, "Loyalty? In this world, who would do something without benefits? If you don't want to give benefits, then solve it yourself." After that, Liu Tiezhu turned around and was about to leave.

Yan Jiecheng looked at Liu Tiezhu's back, his heart filled with helplessness and despair.

He knew that without Liu Tiezhu's help, it would be difficult for him to deal with Banggeng. He thought about it and decided to discuss it with Liu Tiezhu again.

Yan Jiecheng quickly chased after him, grabbed Liu Tiezhu's arm, and said, "Brother Tiezhu, don't leave yet. Let's discuss this further.

Tell me, what benefit do you want? As long as I can do it, I will definitely satisfy you." Yan Jiecheng's tone was pleading.

Liu Tiezhu stopped, turned around, looked at Yan Jiecheng, and said, "That's good enough. I don't want much, just give me some money." Yan Jiecheng hesitated for a moment and said, "How much?" Liu Tiezhu held up five fingers and said, "Fifty yuan."

Yan Jiecheng's eyes widened and he said, "Fifty yuan? That's too much. I don't have that much money." Liu Tiezhu snorted and said, "Then I don't care. If you don't give me fifty yuan, I won't help you."

Yan Jiecheng fell into deep thought, he didn't know what to do. On the one hand, he didn't want to give Liu Tiezhu so much money; on the other hand, he was afraid of Banggeng's threat. After a fierce ideological struggle, Yan Jiecheng finally decided to agree to Liu Tiezhu's request.

Yan Jiecheng gritted his teeth and said, "Okay, Brother Tiezhu, I'll give you fifty yuan. But you must help me get rid of the stick." Liu Tiezhu smiled and said, "Don't worry, I'll do what I say."

So, Yan Jiecheng and Liu Tiezhu reached an agreement.

Of course, Yan Jiecheng would not give the money to Liu Tiezhu, he did not have fifty yuan.

He just wanted Liu Tiezhu to do something for him.

Liu Tiezhu was a simple-minded guy and had no idea what Yan Jiecheng was planning.

In the evening, the afterglow of the setting sun dyed the walls of the courtyard golden, adding a touch of warmth and tranquility to the entire courtyard. However, outside this seemingly peaceful atmosphere, a fierce conflict is about to break out in the narrow alley.

Banggeng hummed a little tune and walked towards home happily. He was completely immersed in the joy of successfully blackmailing Yan Jiecheng during the day, and did not realize that danger was quietly approaching. His steps were relaxed, with a smug smile on his face, as if he had already become the winner of this fight.

When Banggeng walked into a narrow alley, a tall figure suddenly flashed out from the corner, like a towering mountain in front of him, blocking his way. Banggeng looked closely and turned pale with fright, and his heart sank suddenly. The person in front of him was Liu Tiezhu.

Liu Tiezhu's face was fierce, and his face was as sharp as a knife, as if he was a demon from hell. His sturdy body was like an indestructible wall, giving people a strong sense of oppression. He glared at Banggeng, with angry flames burning in his eyes, as if he wanted to burn Banggeng to ashes. He said in a rough voice: "Boy, you are the one who blackmailed Yan Jiecheng? Today I will let you know how powerful I am." (End of this chapter)