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

A classic case of hearing someone's voice before seeing them.

Upon hearing the sound, Wang Baozhen immediately stood up, her steps becoming much lighter.

"It's Xiaofeng!"

Gao Xiaoqin, who was standing next to her, also got up and followed suit.

The two walked quickly to meet them, one in front and one behind.

A graceful and elegant figure walked in first.

It was Gao Xiaofeng.

Now she has shed the timidity and naivety of her youth, and possesses a dignified and gentle demeanor.

She was followed closely by a well-dressed man with refined features and an extraordinary demeanor.

He was none other than Ho Ka-hung, the second son of the Ho family in Hong Kong and the general manager of Ho Industries.

Several staff members followed at the back, carrying a number of gifts.

All eyes turned to He Jiahong.

Li Dakang's eyes suddenly narrowed, and a storm raged in his heart.

Ho Ka-hung!

That's the head of a top-tier wealthy family spanning Hong Kong and the mainland, and Ho's Industrial Group is a leading capital giant in the industry.

Developing real industries leads to great success.

Conservative estimates suggest that the Ho family's assets are in the hundreds of billions, and they have consistently ranked among the top six richest people in Hong Kong for many years.

Back then, Li Dakang led a team to Hong Kong to attract investment, asking around for connections, but in the end, he couldn't even get a meeting with the old man of the He family.

In the end, they had to return empty-handed, which was quite a disappointment.

Who would have thought that such a top tycoon, who only appears in financial news and business headlines, would actually come to Qijia Village, a small village, today?

What surprised him even more was that Gao Xiaofeng kept referring to her parents as "Mom and Dad" and was extremely affectionate towards the two elders of the Qi family.

Could Gao Xiaofeng be Qi Tongwei's sister?

So He Jiahong is Qi Tongwei's brother-in-law.

Sure enough, Gao Xiaofeng called Qi Tongwei only one word: "Brother".

He Jiahong also calls Qi Tongwei "brother".

At this moment, Li Dakang finally saw through Qi Tongwei's true nature.

This person is not narrow-minded or selfish; he is clearly a hidden master.

They possess top-tier connections that are unimaginable to ordinary people.

If we can attract He's Industrial Group to invest in Jingzhou, bringing its own capital, industry, and influence, the problem of my performance in governing Jingzhou will be solved directly!

After exchanging pleasantries...

Before anyone else could act, Li Dakang moved swiftly, taking the initiative to serve tea and water.

He changed his usual domineering demeanor as the municipal party secretary and adopted a humble attitude.

"General Manager He, I have long admired your name! I am Li Dakang, a member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee of Handong and Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee of Jingzhou."

I had long heard that the second son of the Ho family of Hong Kong's Ho Corporation was a man of exceptional talent and ability; to meet him today is truly a rare privilege.

He Jiahong extended his hand. "Secretary Li, hello. My brother has heard so much about you before. You're a great general of reform in Handong. You truly live up to your reputation."

Li Dakang held He Jiahong's hand, feeling a sense of regret for not having met sooner.

After the two sat down, Li Dakang quickly opened a pack of cigarettes, took out one, and handed it to him with both hands.

Her entire routine was skillful and attentive, befitting a secretary.

Not far away, Gao Yuliang sat in his original spot, taking in the whole scene.

He forced a smile to his lips.

In the officialdom of Handong, everyone loves political achievements and capital.

Even the usually aloof and powerful top official of Jingzhou has to lower himself and fawn over capital.

A hint of emotion flashed across Liu Changsheng's eyes.

Qi Tongwei's seemingly low-key return to his hometown was actually a carefully selected network of connections, which easily surpassed most of the people in Handong.

Zhao Shouyi felt that there were always people more capable than oneself, and that there was always something beyond one's understanding.

In any case, Lincheng is probably about to take off.

Anyway, I don't need to fawn over them this time.

Seeing Li Dakang now reminds me of myself in my previous life.

Qi Tongwei, Gao Xiaofeng, Gao Xiaoqin, Qi's father, and Qi's mother chatted idly.

afternoon.

Led by Qi Tongwei, the group went to Qihu Lake.

The lake is wide and calm, with rippling blue waves, and the banks are lush with vegetation, making for an exceptionally tranquil landscape.

Gao Yuliang, Liu Changsheng, Li Dakang, Wang Dalu, Zhao Shouyi, Lin Bowen, Gao Xiaoqin, Gao Xiaofeng, He Jiahong and others strolled along the lake shore. The grass underfoot was soft, and the air was filled with the fresh scent of the lake and the vegetation.

Governor Liu walked at the front, his gaze fixed on the clear lake surface, where the water rippled gently and schools of fish occasionally stirred up tiny ripples on the surface.

Living in the provincial party committee compound all day long, buried in documents and meetings, it's rare to have such a leisurely and carefree moment.

His eyes lit up, and his interest was instantly piqued.

"I think the water quality of Qihu Lake is excellent, and there must be plenty of fish in it. Since we're taking a break here, why don't we fish for a while and have a competition?"

This was exactly what everyone wanted to hear, and no one objected; they all nodded in agreement.

Qi Tongwei was prepared. When he heard that Governor Liu wanted to go fishing, Zhang Qi and other plainclothes police officers brought out a folding fishing chair, fishing rods, and bait.

The group chose their spots, set up their rods, adjusted their floats, and baited their hooks with relaxed and leisurely movements.

Qi Tongwei appeared relaxed, gripping the rod firmly as he sat with a calm gaze fixed on the float on the water's surface.

He grew up in Qijia Village, and Qihu Lake wasn't far away.

However, they walked across on two legs back then.

Fishing was a common activity in my childhood, and I was very familiar with Qihu Lake. I knew exactly what kind of fish it was and how deep the water was.

Gao Yuliang enjoys quiet contemplation and cultivating his mind in his daily life. Besides calligraphy and tea tasting, he also occasionally goes fishing to pass the time. He is skilled in fishing, sits steadily, and remains calm and composed.

Governor Liu is getting on in years, and he has a slow and easygoing nature. He is neither arrogant nor impatient, and he holds his fishing rod leisurely, simply looking for a way to relax and unwind.

Li Dakang, however, seemed somewhat hesitant throughout.

He devoted his entire life to his work, focusing solely on urban construction, industry, and GDP; he had no time or inclination to play with a fishing rod.

I really have absolutely no hobbies or interests.

He spends his days either in meetings or conducting grassroots research, and has few hobbies. He has absolutely no idea how to enjoy a slow-paced leisure activity like fishing.

The lakeside fell silent instantly, with only the soft rustling of leaves in the wind and the gentle lapping of the water against the shore.

Less than fifteen minutes later, the float suddenly sank, and Qi Tongwei flicked his wrist to lift the rod and reel in the fish.

With a flash of silver light, a crucian carp was caught and landed, lively and of excellent quality.

He casually picked the fish and put it into the net with smooth, effortless movements; he was clearly an expert.

Skilled but unorthodox.

Not long after, Gao Yuliang's float dipped slightly, and he slowly lifted the rod, catching another carp, which was of uniform size and excellent quality.

Gao Yuliang's lips curled up slightly, and a hint of smugness appeared in his eyes.

The competitive spirit inherent in scholars means that even when fishing for leisure, they don't want to fall behind others.

Governor Liu also caught a fish, leisurely played it, and steadily netted it, reaping a bountiful harvest.

The three of them took turns catching fish, catching more and more at a time, creating a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.

In contrast, Li Dakang found himself in an extremely awkward situation.

I changed the bait again and again, but the float didn't budge. Either I got a blank hook, or small fish were swarming around the bait. I didn't even catch a single fish after half a day.

He frowned as he adjusted the float, then repeatedly changed the bait, becoming increasingly impatient as he fished, beads of sweat forming on his forehead.

The more anxious you are, the less you gain; the less you gain, the more agitated you become.

After working hard for most of the day, it's still just the air force; it's really embarrassing.

Li Dakang was a little envious and jealous.

Why is it that Qi Tongwei has resources, connections, and even knows how to fish?

Even Governor Liu can catch fish, and even that old idiot Gao Yuliang can catch fish.

Isn't that infuriating?