Scholars in the courtyard

Yang Xiaotao returned to the courtyard. After dinner, he went to the yard and collected the fruits and vegetables.

To outsiders, there are not many vegetables in this small courtyard, but in Yang Xiaotao's space, the total output definitely exceeds people's awareness.

The reason is still because of Xiaowei's existence.

Controlling the growth of plants can naturally accelerate ripening.

Only a little energy is needed to stimulate the plant's auxin and accelerate growth and maturity.

This vegetable garden does not cost Xiaowei too much energy, because now the weather is getting warmer and the sunshine is sufficient. It only takes half a day of sunlight to meet Xiaowei's growth needs. The remaining energy cannot be wasted and is used to ripen the fruits. .

Enough for Yang Xiaotao to get more fruits and vegetables.

Because of this, every night, those cucumbers and tomatoes that looked green and tender during the day would ripen faster and then be picked by Xiaowei.

And new fruits will grow to replace the disappeared fruits.

As for leeks, they just grow after cutting. Just cut them during the day, and they will grow back and continue harvesting in less than two days.

It is precisely with this ability that Yang Xiaotao has the confidence to help those in need.

As for going to Pigeon Market to buy and sell things, Yang Xiaotao has no need for it yet. Of course, this is also temporary.

When you really need it, the food in the storage space can completely solve your needs.

After dinner, go to bed.

The days became dull again, and soon half a month passed, and the breath of spring became stronger and stronger.

During this period, apart from working in the factory and communicating with co-workers, Yang Xiaotao also read books to earn credits.

Of course, the items updated twice in the redemption column gave Yang Xiaotao a lot more bottles and cans in his space.

Most of them are canned fruits, and other than that there are two kinds of sauces.

Bi County Doubanjiang and Wangzhi and Stinky Tofu.

This added spice to Yang Xiaotao's monotonous meals, and he ate more.

These days, Yang Xiaotao began to provide vegetables and help within his ability to needy households in the courtyard.

This is also the result of Yang Xiaotao's careful consideration. Since it has been affirmed by Director Wang, there is no need to hide it.

What's more, eating is a top priority now. Many families endure hunger every day because they don't have enough to eat. They rely on their high spirits to support the construction of the motherland.

There are three needy households in the yard, and they are all registered at the subdistrict office. Every month, each person receives three kilograms of grain subsidy from the subdistrict office.

This may be a drop in the bucket, but it is also the greatest help that the subdistrict office can give.

Two of the three families mentioned it during the last meeting, namely the Wang family and the Zhou family.

The remaining one is Lao Zhang in the wrong room in the front yard.

An old man of half a hundred years worked odd jobs in the street office and took care of his two grandsons.

The last time he asked for help, Lao Zhang felt that his family was fine, so he didn't bother others.

But Yang Xiaotao knows that Lao Zhang is the kind of person with an upright heart. Both his children's parents gave their lives for the construction of the motherland. He, an old man, has his own persistence.

Yang Xiaotao doesn't deliver it every day, but basically delivers it every three or two days. After all, there is a limit on the vegetables in the garden, and this can avoid being noticed by interested people.

When he came to the Wang family, he gave a bag of tomatoes to Mr. Wang, and then handed a bag of cucumbers to the children of the Zhou family.

Finally, he came to the front yard, and with Yan Fugui squinting his eyes full of envy, he poured a basket of vegetables on Mr. Zhang's table.

Yang Xiaotao didn't go in and say anything, nor would he ask for anything.

In this era, too many people do good deeds without leaving their names behind, and selfless dedication is a social trend.

He can't stay out of the matter, not to mention that Yang Xiaotao is now very "rich". As Director Wang said, the greater the ability, the greater the responsibility.

Therefore, he was willing to give these people things, and he also smiled at their gratitude after accepting them.

As for the others, just give them something in exchange if you want.

After returning home from get off work, Yang Xiaotao walked through the front yard carrying the pork he bought.

Yan Fugui looked at Yang Xiaotao walking in and opened his mouth to say something, but he didn't have the nerve to open his mouth.

Two days ago, he took a stack of books and exchanged them for a fish. Then he tried to exchange some more things, but was rejected by Yang Xiaotao.

The reason is simple, Yang Xiaotao doesn't like other things anymore.

As for friendship, it's not as real as exchanging it in kind.

"You still have to rely on yourself."

Yan Fugui picked up the fishing rod and walked towards the entrance of the alley.

In the yard, Shazhu felt uncomfortable watching Yang Xiaotao come back with pork.

He should be the one doing this kind of limelight thing.

Seeing Yang Xiaotao's popularity getting better, he felt panicked.

Especially when he ordered tomatoes for the deaf old lady in the backyard, Yang Xiaotao actually said that the deaf old lady was a five-guarantee household, but not a poor household. The food stamps she received every month were enough for her to live on.

So, if you want tomatoes, bring something in exchange.

Silly Zhu was furious and wanted to punch him on the spot.

But they were still held back by Yi Zhonghai, and then the two of them could only leave the yard in despair.

Of course, there are many others who receive the same treatment.

Among them, Jia Zhang is the most shameless, and it also makes Sha Zhu refresh Yang Xiaotao's ruthlessness again.

To say that we have not been in contact with each other since old age means that we really don’t say much.

No matter how much Jia Zhang yells and threatens, she won't even give him a leek.

Jia Zhang even threatened to destroy the vegetable garden, but everyone just took it as an angry talk.

Therefore, Yang Xiaotao was not worried at all when he left the courtyard. Jia Zhang, the only thief-minded person, also restrained himself after being taught a lesson last time.

When I got home, I chopped the pork into slices and put them aside. I cut the pig heart and sheep intestines that were delivered a few days ago. I also selected the vegetables in the space and took out two packs of instant noodles, just like this. Put it away, and finally there is a bottle of Bi County Doubanjiang that has been packaged.

Water was boiling on the stove in the middle, and Yang Xiaotao waited for the water to come and eat hot pot.

Just when Yang Xiaotao went to call Uncle Chen next door, a smiling old woman walked quickly outside the courtyard.

The three aunts at the door were sewing clothes for their children with their bellies stretched out, and their eyes immediately lit up when they saw the person coming.

"Third aunt, why are you here in such a free time?"

"Oh, where is his third aunt? She is really strong-boned and has responded to the call for national construction."

The third aunt spoke openly, and the third aunt patted her belly and replied with a smile, "That's right, we can't hold back."

"Who are you here for?"

The third aunt asked with a smile. The third aunt is a famous matchmaker in this area. Yan Jiecheng, the eldest son of his family, is thinking about how to find someone to marry him.

"Oh, isn't this a task assigned by the street office? There are many single and suitable young people in your courtyard."

Sangu smiled, thinking about what she could receive this time.

Her occupation is not considered formal, and she is only affiliated with the street office. She will use it when there is something to do, and find other jobs when she has nothing to do.

Of course, not everyone can be a matchmaker.

The older generation pays attention to the whole picture, that is, both parents are alive at the top, the husband and wife are harmonious in the middle, and the children are happy below.

Only such people can become matchmakers.

However, in the matchmaking profession, the main income depends on what the host gives.

If you meet an open-minded and wealthy family, you will definitely be given a lot.

If they encounter someone who is stingy, they have nothing to do. They have to say what they have to say.

Otherwise, if the reputation is bad, it will be difficult to get along in the future.

"Oh, that's just right. My eldest son, Yan Jiecheng, is quite young now. Third aunt, you have to be considerate of him."

When the third aunt heard this, she clapped her hands and said, "Don't worry, don't worry, I will definitely give your little one a handsome one so that he can have a son."

"Hahaha"

The two talked for a while, and then the third aunt walked towards the yard, thinking in her heart, what is going on in this yard that she doesn't know yet?

Yan Fugui's family is famous for being stingy, so it probably won't do much good.

Thinking about Director Wang's explanation, the third aunt put on a smile again, went straight to the middle courtyard, and approached Yang Xiaotao's room.

In the middle courtyard, everyone was familiar with the third aunt, and they knew at a glance that she was trying to match-match for Yang Xiaotao.

"You're damn desperate, but you still want to find a wife? Damn you."

Smelling the strong aroma in the air, Jia Zhang spit out yellow phlegm on the ground, thinking about how to cause trouble.

"It's better to be a bachelor for the rest of your life."

Qin Huairu also saw it, but she just lowered her head and touched her belly, feeling reluctant in her heart.

Now, as long as Yang Xiaotao is living well, she will feel uncomfortable.

As long as she watched Yang Xiaotao suffer, she would be happy.

"Master, are these three aunts talking about getting married?"

At the uncle's house, Sha Zhu drank with Yi Zhonghai with a glass of wine in his hands. He looked at the third aunt approaching Yang Xiaotao's house, with a hint of envy in his heart.

He's not young anymore either.

Yi Zhonghai nodded, then noticed something strange about Sha Zhu, and wondered in his mind, should he find a wife for Sha Zhu?

"No, I have to find someone who knows everything and is obedient."

"otherwise……"

While everyone in the yard was muttering, Sangu knocked on the door.

Yang Xiaotao and Uncle Chen had just sat down and put things in the pot when they heard a knock on the door.

Yang Xiaotao thought it was those shady beasts in the yard again, so he asked angrily, "Who is it!"

Outside the door, Sangu smelled the aroma, and her stomach, which was not full to begin with, began to growl.

When you smell this aroma, you can tell that it contains pork, mutton, and a spicy aroma. At a glance, you can tell that this family is not simple.

Those who can be so prosperous these days must have a strong family background.

I couldn't help but touch the photos in my pocket, feeling confident about this trip.

"Yang Xiaotao? I am the third aunt of the street!"

A cheerful voice came from outside the door. It sounded like it was not an animal in the courtyard. Before Yang Xiaotao could react, Uncle Chen's eyes lit up and he immediately urged, "Open the door quickly! Hurry up!"

Yang Xiaotao immediately ran to the door, pulled the bolt open, and opened the door.

The moment the door was opened, a smell that was more delicious than before rushed out. It was like bathing in delicious food, and San Gu had the urge not to leave.

"Third aunt?"

Yang Xiaotao asked uncertainly. The old woman in front of him was in a daze.

"Ah, oh my, this stuff smells so good, I didn't even realize it."

San Gu came to her senses and spoke directly without any hesitation.

"Don't you want to eat now? Third aunt, come in quickly."

Yang Xiaotao naturally knew what the old man in front of him did, and he also had some inexplicable expectations in his heart. Do you want to find one?

Sangu walked into the room, said hello to Uncle Chen, and then turned her attention to the pot in the middle.

"Tsk, tsk, this, this, you guys must be eating so well."

The third aunt looked left and right. She probably couldn't afford this meal for less than ten yuan.

I felt a little unhappy, "This kid doesn't know how to live."

When Uncle Chen saw Third Aunt's expression, he immediately said, "Third Aunt, don't think too much about it."

"This kid is very capable. Look at this table and the vegetable garden in the yard. He grows all these things himself, and some of them are exchanged for vegetables. Even the sauce is made by himself."

"I estimate that the real cost of this table is less than two yuan, so you can feel free to leave the good girl to him."

Mr. Chen picked up a piece of fatty pork from the pot with chopsticks, dipped a layer of bean paste in the bowl, lowered his head and put it into his mouth, then shook his head with satisfaction, obviously enjoying it.

Yang Xiaotao placed a plate in front of San Gu.

"It's better to come early than to come by chance. You came at the right time. You are not polite."

Naturally, Yang Xiaotao heard what Uncle Chen said and didn't criticize it. The main reason was that the meal really cost less than one yuan.

In other words, the meat you buy is more expensive, and everything else is free.

"Okay, then I'm welcome."

Seeing this, Sangu immediately sat aside and imitated Yang Xiaotao's example, constantly putting her chopsticks into the pot, eating and praising at the same time.

"This hot pot tastes really good."