Life in siheyuan era

The 'Language Circuit Unblocking Artifact' is a name Zhou Zhiyuan came up with, and using this artifact involves numerous disciplines such as psychology, linguistics, and logic. It also requires quickly forming a plan in the mind, with every sentence being reviewed by brain cells before it's spoken.

In this situation, it also requires the effective cooperation of Han Xue and others, making it quite tiring to implement. Zhou Zhiyuan desperately wanted to settle everything in one battle.

But as a government employee, he had to consider the perceptions of the onlookers. Seeing Wan Chunfang and Wang Dagang walk over to announce the decision for demolition within a time limit, he gently sighed and walked outside, hearing Han Xue's whisper in his ear: "Is this the result of friendly communication?"

These were Zhou Zhiyuan's words from this morning. Last night, he had a friendly communication with Hu Biao, and Han Xue included Xu Laoer and them in the scope of friendly communication. Seeing their appearances, one could tell that both sides were indeed "very friendly."

And bringing it up at this time was a warning to Zhou Zhiyuan, "Don't you dare lie to me again." This was her attitude.

But Zhou Zhiyuan had his own explanation: "Section Chief Han, your concept of friendly communication might be mistaken. Our method of friendly communication is to make friends through martial arts. Since we're exchanging martial arts, there's bound to be some harm, right?"

He offered a new explanation for friendly communication, and Han Xue coldly said: "Utter nonsense! Holding the enemy's bayonet on the battlefield, yet claiming to be holding the blade of your own bayonet? Do you like lying that much?"

Han Xue was willing to sell out He Yushui in order to catch Zhou Zhiyuan, but labeling it as "lying" was too harsh.

After saying this, Han Xue began to regret it, the words blurting out without thinking.

At this moment, the two walked out of the gate, and Zhou Zhiyuan stopped and said in a low voice: "There are many ways to lie, malicious lies, white lies, habitual lies, deceptive lies. Which way do you think I lied?"

Zhou Zhiyuan threw out this question, causing Han Xue to be slightly stunned. None of the four types of lies were what she wanted to choose.

Seeing that she didn't speak, Zhou Zhiyuan continued: "There's also a way called not wanting to say a lie. What benefit is there in me saying I held the enemy's bayonet?"

His words gave Han Xue something to grab onto, and she said in a low voice: "You shouldn't have made up such an absurd thing."

Zhou Zhiyuan smiled and said: "Since it's absurd, do you believe it?"

Asking this and seeing Han Xue shake her head, Zhou Zhiyuan said: "So this isn't a lie, but a joke."

He gave a full explanation for his words and actions, but Han Xue also had her own thoughts, "You knew He Yushui would tell me the truth, didn't you?"

Zhou Zhiyuan chuckled and replied: "I only care about my own mouth."

He neither confirmed nor denied it. These words made Han Xue slightly stunned. How would He Yushui know how he knew?

From this sentence, Han Xue tasted a flavor of self-preservation. Just as she was about to speak, she saw two figures walking out of the gate and immediately decided not to say anything.

Wan Chunfang and Wang Dagang came out. They had made it clear to Xu Laoer, and Xu Laoer guaranteed that he would demolish the illegal construction this afternoon.

Speaking of this matter, Wan Chunfang was happy, finally venting some pent-up anger.

And Wang Dagang smiled and said: "He's scared of being beaten by Zhiyuan."

Zhou Zhiyuan hurriedly explained: "Making friends through martial arts, I didn't beat them."

As soon as these words came out, Wan Chunfang and Wang Dagang laughed together.

Han Xue then asked: "Where are we going next?"

Wan Chunfang replied readily: "Let's go to the neighborhood committee first, meet with the four directors, and then visit a few more neighborhood committees, otherwise these directors will complain."

She pointed out the key point. The neighborhood committee's secretary cum administrative director, civil affairs deputy director, public security deputy director, and urban management and sanitation deputy director are the strong fortresses of grassroots organizations.

These directors are all elected by the residents and have a lot of prestige in this area. They are familiar with the basic situation of each household. If there are conflicts between residents that the old men in the courtyard and the group leaders can't resolve, they will come forward, and the conflicts will generally be resolved.

These directors have a lot of power. They have to manage neighborhood conflicts, family conflicts, and various administrative tasks. They are an important part of the street office and the supporting force of the police station.

Therefore, Wan Chunfang suggested visiting the neighborhood committee directors, and Han Xue readily accepted. The group walked over and not only visited the neighborhood committee in this area but also visited three more neighborhood committees in a row, arriving in front of the Huichun Restaurant on Yongning Street at noon.

This is a single-story building. From the outside, the restaurant covers an area of more than 300 square meters, making it the largest restaurant on Yongning Street.

Wan Chunfang brought them to the front of the restaurant and turned to Zhou Zhiyuan with a smile: "Our street only has Yonghe Restaurant on Xingyi Street and Huichun Restaurant on Yongning Street that are decent. Zhiyuan, don't blame your big sister for making you spend money, okay?"

Hearing her question, Zhou Zhiyuan was slightly stunned, then immediately understood and smiled: "Since I'm treating everyone to a meal, I've naturally made sufficient preparations. Section Chief Han, Sister Wan, Brother Wang, don't be polite, order whatever you like."

His attitude satisfied Wan Chunfang, who turned to look at Han Xue and heard her say: "Sister Wan and Brother Wang, please go first."

So Wan Chunfang ordered six dishes, four meat and two vegetables, and also ordered a pound of steamed buns, turning to look at Zhou Zhiyuan and finally saying: "Get a pound of bulk white wine."

And Zhou Zhiyuan replied: "Let's get a bottle of Tongjiao, and two bottles of Dabaile soda for Section Chief Han."

Hearing him say "Tongjiao", Wan Chunfang was happy, but hearing him say "Dabaile soda", Wan Chunfang asked in confusion: "Section Chief Han doesn't drink alcohol."

Before Han Xue could reply, Zhou Zhiyuan interjected: "If Section Chief Han drinks alcohol, we won't be able to drink properly."

These words awakened Wan Chunfang, who turned to Han Xue and said: "Section Chief Han can only drink soda."

And Han Xue looked at Zhou Zhiyuan with satisfaction, turning to Wan Chunfang with a smile: "Zhou Zhiyuan is treating today, I'll treat in the evening in a few days, and I'll accompany Sister Wan and Brother Wang for a drink then."

Han Xue scheduled the next meal, and Wan Chunfang happily looked at Wang Dagang, saying cheerfully: "Dagang, Section Chief Han is going to treat, go home and tell your wife, and tell your eldest son not to come out that night."

Speaking of "eldest son", Wang Dagang was happy, "Hehe" smiling as he walked inside. There were not many customers at this time, and Wang Dagang occupied a round table inside.

And Han Xue looked at the table, retracted her gaze, and said to Wan Chunfang: "If there's nothing else, let's set it for Saturday night."

She had a clever mind, and hearing Wan Chunfang speak, she immediately set the time for the treat.

"Okay, I have nothing to do." Wan Chunfang replied happily, walking inside with Han Xue, leaving Zhou Zhiyuan to pay the bill.

But Zhou Zhiyuan shook his head slightly, his three colleagues were not simple.

Han Xue is good at observing and reacts extremely quickly, as if someone is giving her advice behind the scenes; Wan Chunfang's appearance is very cheerful and generous, but in reality, she is narrow-minded and likes to be treated to good food and drinks; and Wang Dagang is taciturn, but he is a person who knows what's going on in his heart, letting others rush to the front in everything.

Through observation, Zhou Zhiyuan made evaluations of the three of them one by one, paid the money and food stamps, walked to the table inside, sat next to Han Xue, and smiled at Wan Chunfang: "There aren't many customers."

"It's Tuesday today, and it's noon." Wan Chunfang reminded him, then said: "Yonghe Restaurant has more customers than here, but Li Huaiyi often goes there."

Taking advantage of this sentence, Zhou Zhiyuan asked: "Will he go at noon today too?"

"Possibly."

Wan Chunfang spoke ambiguously, and Zhou Zhiyuan wanted to clarify, "Sister, I can't drink much, if Li Huaiyi goes to the restaurant too, I might dare to drink a little, otherwise..."

Hearing his words, Wan Chunfang immediately said: "It's almost certain, drink what you should, just don't get drunk."

Wang Dagang continued: "After drinking, we'll take a few turns downstairs, and go back to the office after the alcohol wears off."

Hearing them speak, Zhou Zhiyuan knew what was going on in his heart and smiled: "Then let's have two cups."

After saying this, he turned to Han Xue and said: "Section Chief Han, you'll have to hold on for us then."

He gave Han Xue a chance to perform, and Han Xue immediately took it, replying readily: "No problem, you guys just enjoy yourselves, I'll handle anything that comes up."

Hearing her statement, Wan Chunfang smiled and said: "Section Chief Han said that, we can drink freely then."

"Drink then..." Han Xue replied readily: "If you drink too much, there's still Brother Wang and Zhou Zhiyuan here, they'll send you home."

As soon as her words fell, Wan Chunfang immediately shouted: "You've arranged tasks for them, how dare they drink freely? Section Chief Han is just letting me drink freely!"

Hearing Wan Chunfang speak, Wang Dagang laughed.

In his laughter, Zhou Zhiyuan opened a bottle of Dabaile soda and handed it to Han Xue, then opened the bottle of Tongjiao and poured wine for Wan Chunfang, hearing her sigh and say: "Section Chief Han said, just this one cup, right?"

This one cup is only two ounces of wine, which is obviously not enough for Wan Chunfang to drink.

Zhou Zhiyuan smiled and said: "I can't drink much, just two ounces of wine, you and Brother Wang drink more."

Hearing him say this, Wan Chunfang didn't believe it and asked: "You're a soldier, and you can't drink much?"

Zhou Zhiyuan replied: "Soldiers can't necessarily drink, but they dare to drink, it has nothing to do with alcohol tolerance."

Wang Dagang continued: "I've heard that, soldiers can't all drink, but they all dare to drink when they pick up a wine bowl."

With Wang Dagang taking over, it was easier for Zhou Zhiyuan. He poured wine into Wang Dagang's glass, hearing Wan Chunfang say: "Zhiyuan, the person who's going to drink for you is here."