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

Qi Tongwei's plan to donate sheep to alleviate poverty was quickly approved by Qin Xuefeng.

After a night of drinking, Qin Xuefeng finally understood everything.

For small poverty alleviation subsidies like this, Qi Tongwei had absolutely no need to consult or report to him.

Qi Tongwei respected him, but he couldn't take advantage of his age.

Moreover, this is indeed a worthwhile thing to do; if he tries to hold someone back, he'll be reckless.

Seeing that Qin Xuefeng nodded, Qi Tongwei had no more worries.

He allocated 50,000 yuan from the county and arranged for someone to buy 100 top-grade breeding sheep from the sheep farm.

The breeding sheep were delivered in batches, with the first batch of twenty being taken directly to Yunus's pasture.

As Yunus watched twenty Altay long-tailed sheep, each adorned with a large red flower on its head, being herded into the sheepfold, he couldn't stop smiling.

He patted the fat rumps of each breeding sheep one by one, praising them incessantly.

"Hey, look at that big butt! It looks like it's about to give birth to lambs!"

"Ugh, look at all that oil on that bottom! I've heard of this breed before; it's edible and freeze-resistant..."

Qi Tongwei was happy for him and couldn't help but smile and remind him.

"Hey, this sheep didn't come for free."

"At most three years, you'll have to make up for the money spent on breeding sheep, plus interest."

Yunus was taken aback, turned to look at Qi Tongwei, and grinned.

"County Chief Qi, this is supposed to be poverty alleviation... why do you need money?"

Qi Tongwei deliberately put on a stern face and reached out to pull the door of the sheepfold.

"You can't just expect to get a free meal. Do you want some? If not, I'll find another place to deliver..."

Yunus grabbed his hand, stood guard in front of the sheepfold gate, and said with a wry smile.

"Yes, I want it! Who said I didn't want it!"

"If raised properly, they can have about ten lambs in three years... so one more won't make a difference..."

After saying that, he locked the door and muttered something under his breath.

"Well, all good, County Chief Batur has become a moneylender..."

His voice was neither too loud nor too soft, just loud enough for everyone to hear.

Qi Tongwei was taken aback at first, then burst into laughter.

Outside the sheepfold, everyone saw him laughing and could no longer hold back; laughter filled the air.

"Bayi Laoye" is hardly a compliment; it's mostly used in a sarcastic or mocking way.

But Qi Tongwei knew in his heart that this teasing was invaluable to him.

Yunus truly considered him a friend, which is why he complained and joked.

Seeing everyone laughing, Yunus felt embarrassed.

He scratched his head, grabbed Qi Tongwei's hand, and said loudly.

"What are you laughing at... Come on, come with me into the yurt, let's drink some hot milk..."

Yunus was the first household; the remaining eighty would be sent to the other four herding households.

As for who exactly to give them to, Qi Tongwei didn't care and simply handed them over to the office for distribution.

He understood the principle that "if the water is too clear, there will be no fish" better than anyone else.

Qi Tongwei never expected that from that day on, he would have another title: Master Bai.

This playful nickname gradually spread among the herders and became increasingly popular.

In the end, it became known that whoever the wealthy man sent breeding sheep to would surely become rich.

......

As mid-June approached, the political turmoil in Leishan County continued to unfold.

The news that Qi Tongwei was leaving Leishan had become a semi-public secret.

In the county government compound, the way the officials looked at Qi Tongwei had lost some of its awe.

Even worse, some people have started joking with him.

Qi Tongwei didn't take it to heart; they were all grassroots cadres, there was no need to make it so serious.

Qi Tongwei's popularity improved, but fewer and fewer people came to him to report their work.

A local official is more powerful than a distant one; it's normal that fewer people will flock to him when he leaves.

Qi Tongwei didn't care and simply focused all his energy on the Mutai Highway.

I have to go to the construction site almost every day to check on the progress and keep an eye on the quality.

As the saying goes, if people don't look for trouble, trouble will come looking for them.

Qi Tongwei wanted a peaceful life, but things wouldn't allow it.

Qi Tongwei hasn't had many social engagements lately, and he's been leaving get off work early these past few days.

Seeing that it was almost time to leave work, he tidied up his desk and prepared to return to the guesthouse.

At the door, Li Sulin knocked and came in.

When Qi Tongwei saw him arrive, he quickly got up and poured him a glass of water.

"Old Li, you've finished working on the construction site, what brings you here?"

It has to be said that Li Sulin really put in a lot of effort in repairing the road; his belly has even shrunk considerably.

Li Sulin acted strangely today; instead of discussing serious matters, she chatted with Qi Tongwei about everyday things.

He rambled on and on for about ten minutes, which annoyed Qi Tongwei.

Qi Tongwei noticed his unusual behavior and tossed him a cigarette with a smile.

"Old Li, just say what's on your mind. Why are we beating around the bush..."

Li Shulin lit a cigarette, took two deep drags, and his expression was somewhat complicated.

He glanced at Qi Tongwei and said with a wry smile.

"County Magistrate Qi, I'm also doing this on someone's behalf... I'd like to invite you to dinner."

Qi Tongwei was taken aback, not expecting someone to invite him to dinner at this time.

Logically, you should ask him to have dinner at least half a day or a day in advance.

Li Shulin wouldn't be so unruly unless he had no other choice.

Qi Tongwei paused for a moment, glanced at Li Sulin, and asked with a smile.

"Who is this expert who could make things so difficult for you?"

Li Sulin didn't hide anything and helplessly shrugged.

"Qin Feiyue is the owner of an engineering company in Bianxi City."

"He's got his eye on the paving project for the Mutai Highway. I had no choice; I couldn't push it through..."

Qi Tongwei frowned slightly, already having guessed the general idea.

The roadbed construction of the Mutai Highway is nearing completion; the next step is road paving.

According to the original plan, the engineering company in Leishan was to be located under the Bianxi Road Bridge.

It was agreed at the time that the paving project would be contracted to Bianxi Road and Bridge.

But now it seems someone has already set their sights on this lucrative opportunity...

As for why Li Sulin was forced, Qi Tongwei didn't ask, nor did he want to.

As the saying goes, "If the water is too clear, there will be no fish," and he understands the principle that "one who is neither deaf nor blind cannot run a household."

Qi Tongwei didn't say anything, lit a cigarette, and went straight to the core question.

"We are affiliated with the company under the Bianxi Road Bridge. We agreed to contract the paving work to them."

"Will Bianxi Road and Bridge agree to this? Can Qin Feiyue resolve it?"

Li Shulin grinned, his voice full of helplessness.

"I explained the situation to him... He said that Bianxi Road Bridge doesn't care about such a small amount."

"He even guaranteed that as long as the county agreed, he could get the Bianxi Road Bridge sorted out..."

"County Magistrate Qi, I was asked to do this, and I really can't refuse..."

Li Shulin's voice grew softer and softer; it was clear he was truly in a difficult position.

Li Sulin truly put in a lot of effort on the Mutai Highway, and his contribution was considerable.

Besides, even if he didn't achieve anything, he still put in a lot of effort, and Qi Tongwei didn't want to see him put in a difficult position.

Qi Tongwei pondered for a moment, then smiled and said to Li Sulin.

"It's not a big deal. As long as it doesn't violate principles, it doesn't matter who does it."

"Don't worry about it, we haven't eaten yet anyway."

"Let's go, let's meet this Boss Qin..."