Qi Tongwei at the start: Not relying on Liang Lu, but winning by a single move against Heaven.

This is fan fiction; it is entirely fictional and has no connection to reality whatsoever!

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"Fuck God!"

Gunshots rang out on Lone Eagle Ridge, and sparrows flew wildly through the forest.

Qi Tongwei fell, but his back remained ramrod straight.

The director of the Public Security Bureau of Handong Province, a hero in the fight against drugs, was forced to commit suicide; his death was tragic and heroic.

He sacrificed his life to preserve the foundation of the Han University clique and severely damaged Sha Ruijin's political future...

A bright smile appeared on his lips.

He died, yet he won; as he said, he triumphed over fate by half a move!

......

He suddenly woke up, the sound of gunfire still ringing in his ears.

Underneath the metal bunk bed was a desk, on which sat a green-shaded lamp and a document soaked with sweat.

Notice from the Department of Justice of Handong Province Regarding the Placement of Graduates in 1990

Qi Tongwei wiped the cold sweat from his forehead and involuntarily shivered.

The strange yet familiar environment made his heart race and his breathing become heavy and rapid.

He stared blankly at the documents on the table.

This document changed his fate and began his tragic life.

He grabbed the enamel mug on the table and gulped down a mouthful of cold water.

His hands trembled slightly as he swallowed the cold water.

This is not a dream; he has really returned, back to the familiar world of names.

A cold laugh involuntarily tugged at the corners of his mouth.

"God, you're not blind after all. Give me another chance to start over."

Qi Tongwei from Guying Ridge died, but Qi Tongwei who was exiled to Yanshan Town survived!

Qi Tongwei glanced at the quartz clock on the wall; it was 3:15, more than an hour before Gao Yuliang was supposed to get off work.

He grabbed the documents and left, even though he knew the outcome was unchangeable.

But there were some things he still wanted to confirm himself.

Standing at the door of the department head's office, Qi Tongwei took a deep breath and gently knocked.

"Please come in..."

Inside the door, Gao Yuliang's voice rang out, gentle and mellow, younger than he remembered.

Qi Tongwei pushed open the door and looked at the young Gao Yuliang, feeling a mix of emotions.

In his past life, he rose to the rank of a high-ranking official thanks to his mentor's patronage, but also suffered utter ruin because of him...

At this time, Gao Yuliang was still teaching at the Handong Political and Legal System and had not yet been transferred into the political and legal system by Liang Qunfeng. He still had a strong scholarly air about him.

When Gao Yuliang saw his beloved student arrive, he smiled and waved to him.

"Tongwei, please sit down."

Qi Tongwei sat down across the desk, his throat tight, unsure how to begin.

He wanted to question him, but then he saw the pen in Gao Yuliang's hand, which he had given to his teacher.

He swallowed the words back down his throat.

Seeing that Qi Tongwei remained silent, Gao Yuliang poured him a glass of water and asked him with a smile.

"Tongwei, want some water... What's up?"

Qi Tongwei gritted his teeth and placed the notice in front of him.

"Teacher, I graduated first in my department, was the president of the student union, and a reserve cadre. Is it right that I'm assigned to Yanshan Town?"

Gao Yuliang didn't speak, but frowned slightly and slowly opened the assignment notice in front of him.

He wasn't surprised, nor was he taken aback... Qi Tongwei stared intently at his face, his heart tightening.

He was somewhat afraid, afraid that his guess would come true.

A full minute passed before Gao Yuliang slowly put down the notice, his voice tinged with helplessness.

"Tongwei...this is an organizational decision, you must take it seriously."

He adjusted his glasses and looked at Qi Tongwei.

"Yanshan Town is remote and has poor conditions, but it's also your chance to prove yourself."

As he spoke, Gao Yuliang seemed somewhat dazed, sensing that his beloved disciple was acting strangely.

Gone is his former high spirits; his eyes now hold a hint of desolation and weariness.

Hearing Gao Yuliang's words, Qi Tongwei's heart sank completely.

He was almost certain that Gao Yuliang was aware of this matter, or even involved in it.

"Teacher...it's because I rejected Liang Lu...right?"

Gao Yuliang was taken aback, opened his mouth, but didn't say anything.

Perhaps he had some doubts, doubts that he had underestimated his beloved student.

He didn't expect Qi Tongwei to guess the reason so quickly, and he certainly didn't expect him to reveal the truth.

Seeing that Gao Yuliang remained noncommittal, Qi Tongwei spoke with a cold smile.

"Teacher, is there any hope for Secretary Liang Qunfeng?"

He wanted to ask if Gao Yuliang was involved in this matter, but he didn't ask.

He feared that once he knew the answer, the last vestiges of warmth in his heart would vanish.

"Don't talk nonsense! The job assignments for graduates of the University of Political Science and Law are determined by the Organization Department... What does it have to do with Secretary Liang?"

Gao Yuliang's voice turned cold, clearly carrying displeasure.

Qi Tongwei sighed, his voice becoming calm, even somewhat cold.

"Teacher, I understand you... There are many things you still need to rely on Secretary Liang for."

He paused slightly, looked at his mentor, his expression complex, a mixture of sorrow and resolve.

"Teacher, I really can't go to Yanshan Town. I want to go to a remote area to support the development of the border regions!"

Gao Yuliang was taken aback, his heart tightened, and his voice became a little hurried.

He didn't care whether Qi Tongwei went to the border regions or not.

What he was concerned about was whether Qi Tongwei's refusal to bow down to Liang Lu would affect his chances of getting into the Political and Legal Affairs Commission!

"Stop messing around! You'd better go to Yanshan Town obediently. After a while, when the opportunity arises, I'll transfer you back to the city."

Qi Tongwei smiled, a complex smile, a mixture of misery and disappointment.

Why should a department head at a political science and law university transfer him to another job?

He no longer needed to ask; he already had the answer. His heart was completely dead.

"Teacher, if I go to Yanshan Town, my life is over... I only have one request for you: please write me a letter of recommendation! I want to go to the border region!"

His memories from his past life told him that supporting the border regions was the only chance to defy fate besides climbing the Liang Mountains.

He graduated with a master's degree from Handong University of Political Science and Law and holds the rank of deputy section chief.

According to the current policy of supporting border regions, he will definitely be promoted to section chief if he serves for three years.

If one makes significant contributions, it's not impossible to be promoted to deputy director level.

He didn't care at all about the harsh conditions.

Could any conditions be more difficult than those in Yanshan Town? Could they be more difficult than kneeling before Liang Lu? Or could they be more difficult than infiltrating a drug cartel's hideout and being shot three times?

Gao Yuliang grinned, forcing a fake smile.

"Tongwei, I understand you're upset, but conditions in Bianxi are tough and unstable..."

Besides, you wouldn't be able to adapt to the environment there; you're not used to the climate or the food.

Listen to your teacher, don't be stubborn, obey the organization's arrangements...

Qi Tongwei laughed, a smile that held amusement.

"Teacher, please don't try to persuade me anymore. I've made up my mind! I'm not afraid of tough conditions, what I'm afraid of is not having room for improvement, and being afraid of repeating the same mistakes..."

By this point, he had completely let go of the past.

He lowered his head, took a sip of water, and slowly opened his mouth, his voice calm.

"Teacher, I will be grateful to you whether you help me write a recommendation letter or not, after all, you are my mentor... If you don't help me write it, I will go to the organization to talk to them myself."

Gao Yuliang stared at him, somewhat lost in thought. He didn't understand what it meant to be "afraid of repeating old mistakes."

At this time, Gao Yuliang had not yet quit smoking. He lit a cigarette and took a deep drag.

"Are you... really sure about this?"

His voice wasn't loud, but it was very imposing, as if he was giving Qi Tongwei a chance to back out.

Qi Tongwei nodded, his smile calm.

"Teacher, I've made up my mind! The sky's the limit for birds to fly, and the sea is wide enough for fish to leap... Since the organization wants to toughen me up, I'll go to the most challenging place."

His words were so righteous and awe-inspiring that Gao Yuliang could not find any fault with them.

The organization wanted to train Qi Tongwei, so he voluntarily gave up his position in the province to support the border regions. This was politically correct and a positive example.

Gao Yuliang remained silent for a long time before shoving the cigarette butt into the ashtray.

"Alright! Since you've made up your mind, I'll write the recommendation letter for you. However, as you know, a teacher's influence is limited; whether you go north or south depends entirely on your own fate."

Qi Tongwei nodded, indicating his understanding.

He knew that Gao Yuliang was telling the truth.

Going to the north is like getting a gilded diploma; going to the south is like risking your life.

However, he didn't care; Qi Tongwei was least afraid of risking his life!