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

After leaving Gao Yuliang's house, Qi Tongwei did not return to the Little Red Building.

Gao Yuliang told him to go directly to Guangming Middle School to register after the start of the semester.

He spoke casually, and Qi Tongwei believed that Gao Yuliang indeed had the ability.

But relationships are relationships, and favors are favors; Qi Tongwei can't do that.

It was something that didn't follow the proper procedures in the first place. If we were to actually follow the procedures, it would be because he's not doing things properly.

Gao Yuliang didn't want him to do that either; otherwise, why would he have given him Principal Sun's address?

With that in mind, he found a shop that was open.

After picking out a few presentable gifts, we headed straight to the Guangming Middle School staff quarters.

Following the address given by Gao Yuliang, Qi Tongwei found Principal Sun's home.

Standing in front of the door, he took a deep breath and knocked on Principal Sun's door.

The address Gao Yuliang gave was the third floor of the tenement building.

Who is it?

After the knocking, a young man's voice came from inside the house.

The sound is deep and steady.

Then came the sound of footsteps, and the door slowly opened.

Qi Tongwei and Principal Sun exchanged a glance, both of them stunned.

Principal Sun was stunned because he didn't recognize Qi Tongwei.

Qi Tongwei's bewilderment was quite the opposite.

He recognized Principal Sun; in fact, he was quite familiar with him.

The Principal Sun standing before me is none other than Sun Liancheng, the renowned "Cosmic District Chief" from my previous life!

Looking at Sun Liancheng's youthful face, Qi Tongwei's mind raced.

In his previous life, it was Sun Liancheng who, under pressure, put the demolition of Dafeng Factory on hold.

This allowed various conflicts to fester and surface, ultimately leading to the collapse of the entire chain of interests.

Ironically, Sun Liancheng was labeled as "lazy in governance" by Li Dakang.

In his memory, his first meeting with Sun Liancheng was at a security meeting at Guangming Peak.

He really didn't know that Sun Liancheng was a cadre from the education system.

As Qi Tongwei was pondering this, Sun Liancheng spoke up from the doorway.

"Comrade, who are you looking for?"

Qi Tongwei was taken aback, then quickly smiled and spoke.

"Are you Principal Sun? My surname is Qi, Qi Tongwei, and I'm a student of Teacher Gao Yuliang..."

Sun Liancheng was taken aback for a moment, then immediately smiled and spoke.

"Oh! Qi Tongwei, please come in...please come in..."

Upon entering the house, Qi Tongwei discovered that Sun Liancheng was wearing an apron and cooking.

He glanced at the quartz clock on the wall and immediately understood.

I was too hasty and didn't check the time; I arrived right at the time of someone's meal.

"Oh dear, look at my brain... I was so focused on wishing you a Happy New Year that I didn't even notice the time..."

"You haven't had lunch yet, have you? Why don't I come back this afternoon..."

Qi Tongwei frowned slightly, tentatively asking the question with an embarrassed expression.

Sun Liancheng was very enthusiastic and pushed Qi Tongwei into the sofa.

"Why are you being so polite... Professor Gao's students are my friends."

"Perfect timing, your sister-in-law's gone back to her parents' house, let's have a couple of drinks..."

After saying that, he pointed to the kitchen with a sincere smile.

"Don't go! I've prepared all the food. Just wait here..."

Qi Tongwei already needed Sun Liancheng's help, and since he was also eager to make his acquaintance, he didn't refuse.

He washed his hands, went into the kitchen, and assisted Sun Liancheng.

After a flurry of activity, the two of them had prepared four simple dishes and put them on the table one after another.

The wine was a local specialty from Bianxi, called Xiaolaojiao, which Qi Tongwei brought over.

Sun Liancheng poured Qi Tongwei a full glass of wine and raised his glass with a smile.

"Excuse me, let me call you Brother Qi. Shall we grab a drink?"

"Let's have a toast! Happy New Year!"

Qi Tongwei didn't stand on ceremony, clinked glasses with him, and drank it all in one gulp.

Sun Liancheng didn't hold back either, downing the 2.5-ounce cup in one gulp, showing great generosity.

After putting down his wine glass, Sun Liancheng brought up the matter of transferring schools.

"You're here because of your child's school transfer, right? Professor Gao told me about it..."

He paused slightly, popped a peanut into his mouth, and continued speaking.

"A student from a poor family, with good grades... Although it was a special exception, it's still understandable."

"You don't need to worry about the school; just report normally."

"If your child has any difficulties, just tell me, and I'll do my best to help."

Upon hearing this, Qi Tongwei immediately raised his glass, his face full of gratitude.

"Principal Sun, thank you so much."

After a moment's thought, he created a new identity for the Gao sisters.

"You have no idea how much these two children have suffered. Both their parents have died, and they have no other way to survive."

"I'm the only distant relative left in the family. When these two came to me, I just couldn't bear to refuse..."

Sun Liancheng sighed, clinked glasses with him, and said in a somewhat dejected tone.

"Sigh! I also came from a village. I understand. Without education, a child is ruined..."

After finishing his drink, Qi Tongwei put down his glass, took out a brown paper envelope, and pushed it over.

"Principal Sun, I don't know how to thank you enough..."

Sun Liancheng was taken aback, and his expression turned serious.

He pushed the envelope back and made a joke.

"I considered you a friend, and you want to drag me down with you? Isn't that repaying kindness with enmity?"

Qi Tongwei was taken aback and subconsciously glanced at the small bottle of Laojiao liquor on the table.

Sun Liancheng immediately understood and picked up the wine bottle to pour him some wine.

"You drank some too... I provided the food, you provided the drinks. It's reasonable and legal, right?"

Qi Tongwei was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter, tears welling up in his eyes.

He suddenly remembered a rumor from his past life.

It is said that Li Dakang mocked Sun Liancheng as a "star district chief" at a training course for lazy officials.

Sun Liancheng didn't tolerate him at all, and slammed his fist on the table, angrily confronting him.

"Li Dakang, I'm waiting for you to expel me from the Party."

In retrospect, the rumor was probably true, and Sun Liancheng had the confidence to say so.

Looking at the spirited Sun Liancheng in front of him, Qi Tongwei couldn't help but smile.

This ambitious young cadre was stuck at the level of a division chief for twenty years.

Even so, he withstood the pressure, stopped the illegal demolition, and protected state-owned assets.

But in the end, he was criticized for "lazy governance" and transferred to the Children's Palace to look at the stars.

Ultimately, it's simply because they lack political resources and are unwilling to take sides.

How many cadres like Sun Liancheng are there in Handong, and even throughout the country?

He was full of ambition in his youth, wasted half his life, and seeing no hope for his official career, he was eventually forced to give up.

Han Da Gang, Sha Li pairing? Get out of my way!

If I were to live a second life, I, Qi Tongwei, would pave a path for you and create a Star Alliance for you!

Thinking of this, Qi Tongwei picked up his wine glass and asked him with a smile.

"Master Sun, do you recognize the stars and the vast ocean?"

Sun Liancheng was taken aback, but then he was amused by Qi Tongwei's literary words.

"It's sour, I don't think you've had enough... Cheers!"

They both laughed, clinked glasses, and downed their drinks.

After three cups of wine, Sun Liancheng had already drunk seven liang (350ml), but his expression remained unchanged.

Qi Tongwei couldn't help but secretly admire his drinking capacity.

However, he understood after a little thought.

In the 90s, a good drinking capacity and a good writing ability were the standard for promotion.

Otherwise, how could Sun Liancheng, who has no connections, have been promoted to deputy district head within two or three years?

Just as the two were enjoying drinks and conversation, feeling like they had known each other for a long time, they realized how close they had become.

Near Handong University of Political Science and Law, a black Hongqi sedan slowly came to a stop.

The car door opened, and Zhong Xiaoai climbed out.

She moved nimbly, and immediately looked around after getting out of the car.

Seeing that no one was around, she immediately lowered her head and walked quickly towards the school.

Today is the third day of the Lunar New Year, February 14th on the Gregorian calendar, which is Valentine's Day!

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This book is a fan fiction and has no connection to reality. Please do not take it personally.