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

After making the call, Qi Tongwei summoned his secretary, Cai Xiaofei.

"Xiaofei, this is the first draft. Please put together a detailed itinerary. Come with me to Lincheng first thing tomorrow morning. Make sure all procedures are properly coordinated."

"Understood, leader, I'll take care of it right away." Cai Xiaofei hurried off to make the arrangements.

In the living room.

Zhang Shuli, Wang Dalu, and Cheng Du got along very well and found they were kindred spirits. In the midst of their drinking and excitement, they almost swore brotherhood on the spot.

Zhang Shuli was already a good drinker, and he drank quite a bit tonight. His cheeks were flushed, but his eyes remained clear, indicating he wasn't drunk.

Upon seeing Qi Tongwei emerge, Zhang Shuli quickly stepped forward and handed over the invoice and change with both hands.

"Governor Qi, everything is verified and correct. I'm handing it all over to you."

They could have left much earlier, but they stayed until the end because they were considering the accounting and handover process.

Qi Tongwei glanced at the invoice and saw that the header was an individual, so he was already quite satisfied.

Zhang Shuli passed the test.

"Shuli, you've worked hard. You're very reliable. I have a couple of pieces of advice for you."

Zhang Shuli had just sat down when he stood up again. "Governor Qi, I, Zhang Shuli, am all ears."

Qi Tongwei solemnly said, "What is ours, what we deserve, we must fight for, we must take."

Never reach for what doesn't belong to you.

Don't reach out, or you'll get caught.

Zhang Shuli didn't quite understand what Qi Tongwei meant.

"Leader, since I started working, I, Zhang Shuli, have always been conscientious and diligent, and I have never been greedy or corrupt."

I can share Governor Qi's burdens, but I dare not complain about the hardships.

It's getting late, so I'll take my leave now. Please get some rest.

Qi Tongwei caught up with Zhang Shuli. "I'll see you off."

The two walked one after the other to the small garden.

The night was quiet, and there was no one around, making it a perfect time for conversation.

Qi Tongwei stopped in his tracks. "Shuli, now that you've noticed something wrong with Ding Yizhen, don't just stand by and watch. Go ahead and investigate discreetly to gather solid evidence."

Zhang Shuli looked troubled and sighed softly, "Governor Qi, I've wanted to investigate for a long time, but Secretary Dakang clearly stated that Ding Yizhen is in charge of the Guangming Peak project and has a special status. Since Ding Yizhen is a department-level cadre, it must be approved by the Provincial Party Committee."

Qi Tongwei smiled faintly, "Establish rules, rules are rigid, but ideas are flexible."

You have a report about him accepting gifts improperly at his son's wedding banquet. You can start by investigating his family members and associates. It's completely compliant, and within your authority, no one can find fault with it. For the next period of time, you will keep an eye on Ding Yizhen and his circle of associates.

Report any situation to me immediately.

Zhang Shuli felt as if he had been struck by lightning, and suddenly everything became clear.

"Governor Qi, please rest assured, I will complete the task with high quality and quantity, and I will not let you down!"

In the officialdom, talented people are common, but discerning mentors are rare. Only by following the right person can you take the right path.

On his way back, Zhang Shuli thought that Qi Tongwei must be his mentor.

It's time for my own thoroughbred to take flight.

After seeing Zhang Shuli off, Qi Tongwei returned to the living room.

Only Cheng Du and Wang Dalu remained, chatting idly.

Hearing footsteps, Cheng Du said, "Tongwei, you and Dalu are both going to Lincheng, I want to go to Lincheng too."

Qi Tongwei sat down next to Cheng Du and said, "Cheng Du, don't worry."

"You should calm down and familiarize yourself with the work of the Guangming Branch Bureau. Don't forget that the Guangming District Political and Legal Affairs Commission is also under your jurisdiction."

If you leave, won't things fall into chaos?

Also, take some time to have a chat with Sun Liancheng, the head of Guangming District.

Cheng Du nodded upon hearing this. "Okay, Tongwei, I'll listen to you. It's getting late, you should go back and rest. Don't drink and drive, call a designated driver."

"Okay, Brother Tongwei. We're all friends here, no need to see me off." Cheng Du draped his clothes over his shoulder, waved, and walked away slowly.

Wang Dalu watched silently from the side, a sigh escaping his lips.

Qi Tongwei always appointed people according to needs, sending some to other places to gain experience and others to stay and establish themselves. Every step seemed to be calculated clearly.

Fortunately, I was friends with Qi Tongwei, otherwise I would have been played to death by Qi Tongwei without even knowing how I died.

Wang Dalu poured two glasses of red wine, picked up one, and handed it to Qi Tongwei.

"Tongwei, when are you free to visit our Dalu Group?"

Qi Tongwei raised his hand and took the wine glass. "Dalu, I've just been transferred to Handong. There's so much to do and so much work to sort out and get things done. I really can't spare the time."

I estimate it will be some time before I go with the provincial government leadership.

Wang Dalu raised his glass and said, "Tongwei, to be honest, I have always remembered your kindness over the years."

"If it weren't for you and the soldiers who came to my rescue back then, I, Wang Dalu, would have died overseas long ago, and I wouldn't be alive today."

Qi Tongwei picked up his wine glass and clinked it with Wang Dalu's. "Dalu, there's no need for such formalities between brothers like us."

Back then, it was you who led the Gao sisters, Gao Xiaoqin and Gao Xiaofeng, away from the island in the middle of the lake and helped them escape their desperate situation.

Moreover, over the years you have done a lot of practical things for Qijia Village and the surrounding villages, such as building roads, supporting education, and helping villagers.

Ultimately, I'm the one who should be thanking them.

Qi Tongwei refused the money offered to him.

Offer shares, or refuse?

Wang Dalu put down his wine glass. "Tongwei, in the end, it's all about good fortune."

Even now, when I occasionally recall those scenes, my heart still aches.

At that time, the two sisters, Gao Xiaoqin and Gao Xiaofeng, were all alone and barefoot. When I took them away, they didn't even have a pair of shoes that fit. They were so pitiful.

Qi Tongwei had mixed feelings when the Gao sisters were mentioned.

In their previous life, these two unfortunate sisters met a tragic end.

But in this life, everything is different.

Thanks to his reborn prophetic advantage, he made plans in advance and reversed the fate of the two sisters.

Qi Tongwei spoke with a hint of pride, "Xiaofeng is a natural at studying. She graduated from Handong University with a bachelor's degree and then went on to study for a master's degree at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. As her older brother, I'm so happy for her."

Wang Dalu nodded, his face full of satisfaction. "Yes, we have two promising younger sisters."

After enduring hardship, they finally made it through.

Xiao Feng is down-to-earth and steady. She married into the wealthy Ho family in Hong Kong, but she never flaunts it.

If you didn't know her, you would never guess that she is the wife of He Jiahong, the second son of the He family, and the chairman of Fengqi Co., Ltd., a listed company that mainly deals in jewelry.

However, in comparison, Xiaoqin is actually a bit more stubborn.

Qi Tongwei picked up his wine glass, swirled it, and asked, "Dalu, what do you mean?"

Wang Dalu shook his head. "Xiaoqin is now the vice president of Dalu Group. I've given her all the position, salary, and resources I need, and I've even given her shares. The wealthy businessmen and government officials' children who are pursuing her could probably line up all the way to Handong University. They all seem to have pretty good conditions."

But she refused them all, saying that these people were full of money and too vulgar.

He even declared that he would only consider marriage after completing his doctorate.

"Dalu, women's affairs are troublesome. When Xiaotong arrives in Handong, I'll have her persuade Xiaoqin. Xiaoqin should listen to her sister-in-law." Qi Tongwei lay on the sofa. "Dalu, I'm sleepy. We brothers have slept in tents together in the wild before. Let's sleep on the sofa tonight. There's also good news. I called Xiaofeng, and Xiaofeng and Jiahong will be going to Lincheng tomorrow too."