Title: Reborn in Handong, Starting with an Investment in Gao Yuliang

Liang Cheng put down the briefing in his hand, shifted his gaze from Zhao Ruilong's name to the face of the senior student in front of him.

This is a face with sharp, angular features.

Despite the hardships they have endured, they possess an unyielding stubbornness.

"Junior Liang, you must have heard the rumors circulating at school lately."

Qi Tongwei didn't beat around the bush.

Get straight to the point.

Liang Cheng nodded without saying anything, signaling him to continue.

Some people say that I, Qi Tongwei, am Liang Cheng's lackey.

Qi Tongwei's lips twitched slightly, as if he were mocking himself.

"You said I abandoned my ideals and dignity just to curry favor with you and get your iced tea into the school."

"And you, Liang Cheng, is an arrogant playboy who only knows how to throw money around."

His tone was very flat.

It's like recounting something that has nothing to do with you.

But Liang Cheng could sense it.

Beneath that calm, a volcano about to erupt is simmering.

"I know."

Liang Cheng only answered with three words.

Qi Tongwei gave him a deep look, as if trying to figure out the meaning behind those two words.

"It's my fault for dragging you down with me."

Qi Tongwei suddenly spoke, his tone carrying a hint of "guilt".

"If I hadn't spoken up for you in the student council back then, you wouldn't have gotten caught up in this pointless conflict."

He took a step forward, lowering his voice slightly.

"Hou Liangping was behind this whole thing."

"I won't let this go."

Qi Tongwei's voice revealed a ruthless edge.

"I will go to Professor Gao Yuliang and expose Hou Liangping's malicious rumors and slander against his classmates."

"I refuse to believe that the rules of Handong University can't control a filthy jerk spewing nonsense!"

Qi Tongwei spoke with righteous indignation.

It seemed as if they were genuinely standing up for Liang Cheng.

One was trying to protect the reputation of his "friend".

He vividly portrayed the image of a righteous person who was willing to break ties with others.

This is indeed a beautiful step.

Qi Tongwei positioned himself in the dual roles of "victim" and "avenger".

He stood up for Liang Cheng.

It not only demonstrates one's value and responsibility, but also naturally binds the two people together more closely.

This favor was done flawlessly.

Liang Cheng understood.

He looked at Qi Tongwei quietly.

Looking at this future "half a move ahead of fate".

For the first time, she revealed her true fangs in front of him.

This cunning and these methods certainly lived up to the 1200% return rate promised by the system.

"Senior Qi."

Liang Cheng suddenly spoke, interrupting Qi Tongwei's confession.

His face showed neither anger nor gratitude, only indifference.

"The buzzing of a few flies is not worth our time."

Qi Tongwei was taken aback.

His prepared arguments were thus shut down.

"I was just thinking of having a chat with you."

Liang Cheng folded the briefing in his hand and put it in his pocket.

"I didn't have time last time, but tonight, at the Minghu Hotel, it's my treat."

He extended the invitation again.

This time.

Qi Tongwei stopped playing any more of the "playing hard to get" tricks.

The time is ripe.

To refuse again would be to be seen as ungrateful.

"it is good."

Qi Tongwei readily agreed.

He stretched out his fists at his sides.

That was the expression of long-suppressed ambition finally finding an outlet.

"Shall we head over now?" Qi Tongwei asked.

"Let's go."

Liang Cheng turned around and took the first step.

Qi Tongwei immediately followed and walked alongside him.

The two walked out of the covered walkway one after the other, crossed the tree-lined path, and headed towards the parking lot.

The sunlight cast long shadows on them.

They eventually overlapped.

This scene.

It happened to fall into the sight of someone not far away.

Hou Liangping had just come out of the library.

He thought that the rumors he spread would ruin Qi Tongwei's reputation and leave Liang Cheng all alone.

He fantasized about seeing the two become enemies, or at least avoid each other.

But what did Hou Liangping see?

He saw Qi Tongwei and Liang Cheng walking side by side!

They walked so close, their posture so intimate.

It was like an overwhelming rumor.

This isn't an attack on them, but rather a hymn to their friendship!

A feeling of utter absurdity welled up inside me.

Hou Liangping stood there, stunned.

My cheeks felt burning, as if I had been slapped hard several times.

He went to great lengths to scheme.

They believe they are on the side of justice and are wielding the big stick of public opinion.

In the end, I was the most ridiculous clown.

He not only failed to sow discord between the two.

Instead, she became the "matchmaker" who brought them together!

Hou Liangping's face turned from red to green.

Finally, it turned as black as iron.

Watching the two figures disappear around the corner of the parking lot, his chest heaved violently.

……

Jingzhou.

Minghu Hotel.

The VIP box in the Peony Hall on the top floor.

Outside the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, the night view of Ming Lake shimmers.

The neon lights of the distant city resembled scattered stars.

A table full of exquisite cold dishes has been laid out.

A bottle of Moutai stood quietly on the corner of the table, exuding a rich, mellow aroma.

There is no one else.

Liang Cheng's conversation with Qi Tongwei was straightforward.

"Senior Qi, what do you think of the current situation in Handong?"

Liang Cheng personally poured Qi Tongwei a full cup of tea and asked casually.

Qi Tongwei paused for a moment as he picked up his teacup.

he knows.

The real test has begun.

This isn't casual conversation; it's an interview.

Liang Cheng was testing his vision and perspective.

"Unclear."

Qi Tongwei pondered for a moment and then gave two words.

He organized his thoughts and continued:

"Governor Zhang is about to retire, and now everyone knows who will succeed him as governor of Handong Province and become the second-in-command of Handong."

"Right now, the biggest concern in Handong is whether your father, Secretary Liang Qunfeng, or Secretary Zhao Lichun of the Jingzhou Municipal Party Committee will advance further."

Regarding the dispute between Zhao Lichun and Liang Qunfeng.

This was not an unknown fact in the officialdom of Handong.

Anyone who pays general attention knows that the two are strong candidates for the next provincial governor position.

However, only one of the two can be promoted to the position of governor of Handong Province.

So even if there is no conflict between the two for the time being.

However, most officials are well aware of this; it's not that the two are prepared for a fair competition, it's just that the time hasn't come yet.

Qi Tongwei was just a student at Handong University.

However, he has always paid close attention to the affairs of the officialdom in Handong.

In addition, with Gao Yuliang as a teacher, Qi Tongwei was able to obtain some inside information that others did not know.

Therefore, Liang Cheng asked this question.

Qi Tongwei answered immediately.

Then he added.

"On the surface, Zhao Lichun's reforms have been very effective, his reputation is soaring, and the trend is in his favor."

"But in reality, the foundation of Handong is still in the political and legal system."

"Secretary Liang has been in charge of the Discipline Inspection Commission for many years, and his protégés and former subordinates are spread throughout the public security, procuratorate, and judicial system. This is the real foundation."

"If Zhao Lichun wants to advance further, he must break through the political and legal system and gain a voice. And if Secretary Liang wants to hold his ground, he will definitely not give an inch here."

"Therefore, in the next few years, the political and legal system of Handong will inevitably become the main battleground for the two sides. Beneath the seemingly calm surface, there are already turbulent undercurrents."

Qi Tongwei's analysis is accurate and insightful.

He doesn't look like a student who hasn't even left school yet.

A hint of approval flashed in Liang Cheng's eyes.

"So, how do you think someone like you, from a poor family with no connections, should conduct yourself in this situation?"

Liang Cheng then raised another question.

This question is even more pointed than the previous one.

It directly addresses Qi Tongwei's deepest pain point.