Names: Uncle Zhao Mengsheng, Father-in-law Pei Yihong

The two sat down on the sofa. Liu Changsheng picked up his teacup and took a sip. "Tongwei, you told me yesterday that I could work for another five years?"

curiosity kills the cat.

I really want to know.

Qi Tongwei had just sat down when he stood up again, leaned close to Liu Changsheng's ear, and whispered a few words.

Liu Changsheng's eyes lit up instantly.

Hold the grass!

So that's how it can be done.

Qi Tongwei is definitely not a simple person.

Qi Tongwei is no ordinary person; he is destined for greatness.

Liu Changsheng slapped his thigh excitedly, "Great! Absolutely brilliant!"

He couldn't hide the smile on his face, and his gaze toward Qi Tongwei held a newfound appreciation.

"Governor Liu, I just came up with this on the spot. I'm glad it can help you," Qi Tongwei said modestly at the right moment.

You must be humble in front of your direct supervisor and never be arrogant or complacent.

Liu Changsheng got up and walked towards the study. "Tongwei, it's only polite to reciprocate. You gave me a gift, so I have to give you something nice in return."

"Governor Liu, no need," Qi Tongwei replied, sitting on the sofa.

Not long after, Liu Changsheng came out of the study, holding a scroll in his hand, and handed it to Qi Tongwei: "Tongwei, I don't have anything to give you, so please take this."

Qi Tongwei quickly took it with both hands, carefully unfolded it, and after seeing the handwriting, his expression instantly became serious and somewhat shocked: "Governor Liu, this...this is Mr. Qi's handwriting?"

"My husband is no longer with us; this gift is far too precious! I cannot accept it."

These kinds of calligraphy and paintings will become increasingly rare in the future, and their auction prices are expected to rise accordingly.

"Tongwei, you have good taste, which means we're destined to meet. You must accept it." Liu Changsheng sat down. "Mr. Qi and I have a long-standing friendship. He wrote this by hand back then, but he's no longer with us. I wanted to give it to a friend of mine, but I couldn't bear to part with it. These eight characters—'Pioneering and enterprising, keeping pace with the times'—are perfect for you right now. You've just taken office, and that's exactly the kind of drive you need."

Qi Tongwei carefully put away the scroll. "Thank you, Governor Liu! I will cherish this gift."

Mr. Qi's calligraphy is not only a generous gift, but also Governor Liu's recognition of him.

He remembered this favor.

After Governor Liu sent out the calligraphy and painting, he was actually quite happy.

Perhaps the calligraphy and paintings were given to the most suitable owner.

After putting away the reel, Qi Tongwei changed the subject, "Governor Liu, what are your plans for tomorrow?"

The implication is that the leader is asking, "Do you have time?"

Liu Changsheng leaned back on the sofa: "I'm not sure yet. I'll call my secretary and ask."

He reached for his phone as he spoke.

Qi Tongwei said frankly, "Governor Liu, if you have time, let's go to Lincheng City together. I have a big plan and I'm waiting for you to come and preside over the ceremony, so that we can also support our provincial government."

Liu Changsheng chuckled, "Tongwei, don't say anything more! I have to go to your first big project after taking office!"

Even if I have other plans, I'll decline them!

Qi Tongwei responded with a smile, "Great! Governor Liu! Let's set off first thing tomorrow morning, see you there!"

The two chatted for a few more minutes before Qi Tongwei left.

I went to the No. 3 compound of the Provincial Party Committee again. This batch of Ming Dynasty history books sent by express delivery was specially found for Gao Yuliang.

I sent it over specially.

Gao Yuliang and Wu Huifen were naturally very happy.

Both of them love history.

Gao Yuliang was captivated by the book.

Qi Tongwei invited Gao Yuliang to go to Lincheng tomorrow, but Gao Yuliang was initially reluctant to go.

In the past, Gao Yuliang limited his scope to the political and legal field and didn't want to get involved in other areas.

Upon hearing that Liu Changsheng was also going, Gao Yuliang also wanted to go.

After all, Sha Ruijin's field research trips were quite a spectacle.

The Secretary-General of the Provincial Party Committee, Dong Jianming, also held a grand farewell ceremony.

Sha Ruijin was very pleased.

Gao Yuliang, looking through the window, felt that Sha Ruijin seemed to be overly concerned with formalities.

It's normal for a top official to conduct research when they go to a new place to take charge.

However, if you really want to conduct research, don't make such a big fuss, as if you're afraid others won't know you're going to do research.

Gao Yuliang also wanted to relax and visit Lincheng to see how the legal system was being developed.

It's settled then.

Night was falling.

Li Dakang, carrying a box of tea, hurried to the entrance of the No. 1 compound of the Provincial Party Committee.

Looking up, I saw that the courtyard was completely dark, without even a single lamp lit.

He frowned, wondering why no one was around.

They deliberately chose this time to visit and show goodwill, only to find no one there.

He took out his phone and contacted Sha Ruijin's secretary, Xiao Bai. "Director Bai, this is Li Dakang. I'm at the entrance of the Provincial Party Committee compound. Is Secretary Sha not home?"

On the other end of the phone, Secretary Bai's voice was polite but distant: "Secretary Li, I'm so sorry, Secretary Sha went to conduct research in the lower levels and is not in the province."

"Research?" Li Dakang pressed. "Where did you go to conduct research? When will you be back? I have something important to report to Secretary Sha."

"I'm sorry, Secretary Li, Secretary Sha's research trip is confidential and cannot be disclosed. We'll talk about it when he returns." Secretary Bai maintained a certain distance.

Because from Jingzhou to Lincheng, no one along the way said that Li Dakang was a good person.

Li Dakang hung up the phone, his face instantly darkening.

He gripped his phone, feeling dissatisfied.

She's just a secretary, what level is she?

How dare they talk to me like that!

A secretary's attitude often reflects the leader's attitude.

The fact that Secretary Bai dared to treat him so perfunctorily was, frankly, at Sha Ruijin's behest.

This made Li Dakang feel particularly uncomfortable, and he secretly thought to himself: Sha Ruijin is such an underhanded person. He didn't give prior notice of the research trip, and his secretary even dared to put on airs. He clearly doesn't respect him, the secretary of the Jingzhou Municipal Party Committee.

It's like offering a warm welcome only to be met with a cold shoulder.

Li Dakang, carrying the gift box, was a little annoyed. He turned around and walked back, but he hadn't gone far when he bumped into Qi Tongwei.

Li Dakang suppressed his displeasure and stepped forward: "Governor Qi, what a coincidence! I was just about to visit you at No. 6 Courtyard, but I didn't expect to run into you here."

This statement was entirely improvised.

Li Dakang was not familiar with Qi Tongwei, only knowing that Qi Tongwei graduated from Handong University and was Gao Yuliang's student.

I really don't know much about other situations.

Thinking back to his confrontation with Sha Ruijin at the Standing Committee meeting today, Li Dakang felt that Qi Tongwei was his friend.

Qi Tongwei was stunned for a moment, clearly not expecting to run into Li Dakang, let alone that he would take the initiative to come to his house. He was a little surprised.

He immediately extended his hand, "Secretary Dakang, welcome, welcome! I didn't expect you to come. Please, come in and have a seat."

One doesn't hit a smiling face, especially since Li Dakang is the Party Secretary of Jingzhou City. Since he took the initiative to be friendly, Qi Tongwei naturally wouldn't refuse. However, he secretly pondered Li Dakang's intentions.

The two walked side by side into the No. 6 compound of the Provincial Party Committee.

As soon as they entered the living room, Cai Xiaofei quickly served them two cups of tea, saying, "Please enjoy your tea, gentlemen."

He then tactfully went into the kitchen.

In the kitchen, Zhang Shuli, Cheng Du, Liu Lei, and others were busy at work.

Li Dakang picked up his teacup and took a sip. "Governor Qi, you've just arrived in Handong. Are you settling in well?"

Are you comfortable living in Courtyard No. 6?

"Thank you for your concern, Secretary Dakang. Everything is fine, even more so than I expected." Qi Tongwei put down his teacup. "The kitchen is preparing dinner; we'll have some together in a bit."

We can't refuse, because the aroma of the food is already wafting out.

Li Dakang waved his hand, "Governor Qi, I won't eat. I already ate before I came. I don't have anything to do, I just came to see you. After all, we are both members of the Provincial Party Committee, and we are both contributing to the development of Handong. We will inevitably have to cooperate in the future."