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

The entrance to Wang Jianguo's office at the city government building.

Qi Tongwei and Baimaiti were smoking by the window, waiting for Wang Jianguo.

Qi Tongwei had a smile on his face and was in a good mood.

Firstly, the temporary lottery station set up by four mobile trucks has shown initial success.

Yesterday alone, I earned nearly 100,000 yuan.

Qi Tongwei is considering whether to add a few more small trucks to run in different areas.

Secondly, Shenzhen Development Bank's stock price has risen again, to the point that Qi Tongwei is somewhat numb to it.

The original principal of nine thousand yuan has now quadrupled.

By 1990, Qi Tongwei had become a genuine millionaire.

With this money, Qi Tongwei was certain that he wouldn't have to follow the same path as in his previous life.

He has made his decision.

This year, the two Gao sisters can finally move around during the Lunar New Year, which is his economic lifeline.

Thinking of this, Qi Tongwei's smile widened, and the corners of his mouth curled up.

The two men smoked and chatted idly.

Footsteps suddenly sounded in the corridor; Wang Jianguo had finally arrived.

The two immediately extinguished their cigarettes and hurried over.

Baimaiti spoke with a smile.

"You're finally back! We have something to report to you..."

Just as the two followed Wang Jianguo into the office.

In Cheng Shizhong's office in the city government building, someone was also giving a work report.

The person reporting on the work was none other than Secretary Jiang, who sat across from Qi Tongwei.

Secretary Jiang stood opposite Cheng Shizhong, hesitated for a moment, and then slowly spoke.

His voice was soft, but his tone carried a hint of worry.

"Mayor Cheng, at this pace..."

"In at most twenty days, Qi Tongwei will be able to cover this month's financial deficit."

Cheng Shizhong flipped through the reports in his hand, pondered for a moment, and then slowly spoke.

"Twenty days?"

He put down the report, glanced at Secretary Jiang across from him, and snorted coldly.

"Hmph, the Populus euphratica Festival is starting in fifteen days..."

"He made a solemn pledge; he wouldn't skip even a day!"

Secretary Jiang frowned slightly and spoke again tentatively, her voice hesitant.

"Mayor Cheng, there's always a chance of something going wrong. What if he actually manages to complete it?"

Cheng Shizhong gave Secretary Jiang a deep look, feeling somewhat disappointed in her.

He sighed, beginning to regret choosing such a person as the liaison.

"Isn't it good that it's done? The financial hole has been filled, and everyone's happy."

After saying that, he suddenly felt a little annoyed and waved to Secretary Jiang.

"I understand the situation. You can go back now..."

After saying that, he ignored Secretary Jiang and continued reading the documents.

Secretary Jiang was taken aback, opened her mouth but didn't dare to speak, and turned to leave.

He didn't quite understand.

No matter what he did, Mayor Cheng seemed somewhat dissatisfied with him.

Secretary Jiang's report was over, and Qi Tongwei's report was also coming to an end.

After listening to their reports, Wang Jianguo remained silent for a long time.

He put down the distribution plan in his hand, looked at the two of them, and frowned slightly.

"This plan... has a very tight timeline. It's kind of a desperate gamble."

Are you two confident?

Qi Tongwei and Baimaiti exchanged a glance and nodded simultaneously.

Qi Tongwei spoke with a smile, his voice clear and bright.

"Actually, there's no other way; we've considered adding more mobile vehicles."

"But there are limited vehicles in the city, and the Populus euphratica festival is coming soon."

"This is the only way. However, the initial publicity has been very successful, and we are very confident."

After listening to Qi Tongwei's words, Wang Jianguo slowly nodded.

He has been keeping a close eye on lottery sales these past few days.

It's only a matter of time before the 200 million yuan fiscal deficit is filled.

Since the two were confident, he stopped interfering.

"What else is there to say? It's approved. Get it running quickly, or we'll become a laughing stock!"

Qi Tongwei and Baimaiti exchanged another glance and answered in unison.

"We guarantee the mission will be completed."

......

After finishing my work, it was lunchtime again.

Qi Tongwei returned to his office, locked the door, and called Zhong Xiaoai as usual.

The phone rang several times before someone answered.

Without even asking, the dormitory supervisor yelled into the hallway.

"Zhong Xiaoai, you're on the phone!"

Making phone calls at this time has become a habit for Qi Tongwei, and even the dormitory supervisor is too lazy to ask anymore.

The dormitory supervisor called out several times, but no one answered.

She replied impatiently, "No one's answering. Call again later."

After saying that, the dormitory supervisor hung up the phone.

After hanging up the phone, Qi Tongwei stared blankly at it.

For three or four days in a row, Zhong Xiaoai did not answer the phone or call back.

Qi Tongwei frowned slightly, feeling uneasy.

They say long-distance relationships are the death of love, could it be that Zhong Xiaoai has changed her mind?

Qi Tongwei immediately dismissed his own idea. "No way, it's only been a few days."

Even if they change their minds, shouldn't they at least separate for a year or two?

Was it discovered by the family?

Why would Zhong Xiaoai be with a poor boy like him if her family didn't approve?

Or perhaps... she's been entangled with Hou Liangping?

That little rascal is the most cunning; he took advantage of my absence to make a move on Xiao Ai?

For a moment, Qi Tongwei was filled with anxiety and uncertainty.

He leaned back in his chair, lit a cigarette, and let out a bitter laugh.

Having lived two lives, I've seen all sorts of storms and waves.

He stormed the drug den alone, was shot three times, but didn't even blink.

Now, however, he is restless because a woman is not answering her phone.

Qi Tongwei, you're really getting worse as you get older.

......

Finally, the day's work came to an end, and Qi Tongwei walked out of the municipal building with a sullen face.

He froze as soon as he stepped out of the city hall building.

On the steps in front of him, a familiar figure was crouching.

Wearing a beige trench coat, with her hair tied in a ponytail, she curled up into a small ball.

There was a suitcase next to it, and a bulging bag.

Qi Tongwei's heart skipped a beat, and he tentatively called out to him.

"Xiao Ai?"

The figure froze, then suddenly turned around.

Zhong Xiaoai stood up, her eyes red-rimmed, but a smile on her lips.

Ignoring everything else, she threw herself into Qi Tongwei's arms.

"Senior brother...I missed you so much."

Qi Tongwei was knocked back half a step by her and instinctively put his arm around her waist.

His mind was still a little dazed, and he asked a question subconsciously.

"Why are you here?"

Zhong Xiaoai buried her face in his chest, her voice muffled.

"I took leave early for National Day. I miss you, I can't wait."

"You sounded so tired on the phone, I was worried..."

Qi Tongwei felt a surge of warmth in his heart, a mixture of bittersweetness and tenderness.

He ruffled her hair and looked down at her.

Just as Qi Tongwei was about to speak, he heard footsteps behind him.

"Xiao Qi, I didn't realize you'd already found a boyfriend after less than a month here?"

It was Wang Jianguo's voice, full of teasing.

Qi Tongwei quickly released Zhong Xiaoai, turned around, and looked embarrassed.

"Vice Mayor Wang... no, this is my junior colleague, and also my girlfriend."

"Zhong Xiaoai... came to see me from Handong."

Standing next to Wang Jianguo was another person, Wang Quanyou, the municipal party secretary.

Wang Quanyou frowned slightly, looked deeply at Zhong Xiaoai, and his gaze was somewhat complicated.

He paused, then slowly began to speak.

"Your name is Zhong Xiaoai?"

Zhong Xiaoai was taken aback, subconsciously shrank behind Qi Tongwei, and nodded.

She wasn't afraid; she'd seen plenty of officials. She was just a little shy.

Wang Quanyou withdrew his gaze, secretly alarmed.

His former boss's daughter is also named Zhong Xiaoai, and she is also studying at Handong University of Political Science and Law.

Is there really such a coincidence in the world?

Wang Quanyou dared not think any further, much less point it out.

He swallowed hard and smiled as he gave instructions to Wang Jianguo beside him.

"Jianguo, give Qi Tongwei a few days off and let him spend some quality time with this girl."

Wang Jianguo was taken aback, exchanged a glance with Qi Tongwei, and looked troubled.

"Secretary, Qi Tongwei just asked me if he can work overtime on October 1st..."