A man in Handong: living off Zhong Xiaoai

Could it be that I've fallen for Director Qi?!

No way...

"Director Qi, thank you very much for giving me this opportunity."

"Why thank me? It's all thanks to your Director Wu who recommended you."

Qi Tongwei spoke slowly and deliberately while smiling.

Wu Zongzhi was stunned when he heard this.

My recommendation?

I was just saying that Zhou Shutong, as a grassroots staff member, has always been on the front line and has made tremendous contributions.

Is this statement considered a recommendation?

In an instant, Wu Zongzhi seemed to understand what Qi Tongwei meant.

He meant that he recommended Zhou Shutong, which is why Director Qi made an exception and transferred her to the provincial department.

This way, the procedure will be in compliance with regulations.

Moreover, if someone really makes a fuss about this.

The responsibility then fell on him, because he was the one who pushed Zhou Shutong.

Thinking of this, Wu Zongzhi felt somewhat embarrassed.

"Director Qi, I..."

Wu Zongzhi actually really wanted to explain.

But to everyone's surprise, Qi Tongwei waved his hand and said...

“Our provincial department also has a limited number of slots, Director Wu, please stop recommending outstanding cadres to us.”

Upon hearing Qi Tongwei's words, Wu Zongzhi was momentarily speechless.

"Ah, yes, us, this..."

Qi Tongwei didn't give Wu Zongzhi another chance to ramble. He glanced at his watch and then spoke.

"I have another meeting soon, shall we call it a day?"

Wu Zongzhi wanted to say something more, but it was clear that Qi Tongwei didn't want to listen anymore.

Wu Zongzhi was somewhat disappointed after leaving Qi Tongwei's office.

He had hoped to use this opportunity to make a good impression on the newly appointed Director Qi.

Now look what happened. Aside from successfully taking the blame for Director Qi, they haven't achieved any of their other goals.

Guan Hongfeng and Zhou Shutong, on the other hand, both made some gains.

I happily spent half a day making arrangements, only to find out that I had done all the work for someone else.

After everyone left, Qi Tongwei picked up a newspaper from Handong Province.

A news report caught Qi Tongwei's attention.

Tazhai Village in Dongshan City has been selected as a model village for drug control for seven consecutive years.

Tazhai?

Qi Tongwei frowned when he saw the name.

Then, Qi Tongwei saw the photos of the interview with the village chief of Tazhai.

If simply seeing the two characters "Tazhai" isn't enough to prove anything...

However, at this point, the village chief, who looked exactly like Uncle Dong in the photo, became very convincing.

Has Tazhai, in its own world, also become part of Handong Province?

The situation in Handong, the world I live in, is truly complex.

First it was Gao Qiqiang, then Wang Dayong, and now Uncle Dong has arrived too.

Qi Tongwei looked at the model anti-drug village in the newspaper and fell into deep thought.

How can I expose the true nature of Ta Village?

Just then, Lü Lingling suddenly opened the door and entered Qi Tongwei's office.

Qi Tongwei looked up and saw Lü Lingling walking in carrying two takeout orders.

Once inside, they felt right at home and placed one of the takeout orders on Qi Tongwei's table.

Then, she sat down on the sofa, opened the takeout box, and prepared to eat.

"Lingling, isn't the provincial government's cafeteria good enough? Plus, it's cheaper. Why do you insist on ordering takeout?"

As Lü Lingling took out her chopsticks, she said.

"I'd like to eat in your office. The cafeteria is so crowded, and there might not even be a seat available."

Just then, someone knocked twice on Qi Tongwei's office door.

Then, the doorknob turned.

Immediately afterwards, a smiling face of Liu Yuyan appeared.

"Director Qi, did I disturb you?"

Qi Tongwei really wanted to say, "I'm sorry to bother you, is that alright?"

This isn't the first time. Why does Liu Yuyan just knock on the door and call it a day when he enters someone else's house?

I haven't said "please come in" yet, have I?

When Liu Yuyan arrived in front of Qi Tongwei, he saw Lu Lingling, who was wearing a miniskirt, sitting there with her legs crossed, eating takeout as if she were at home.

Liu Yuyan was stunned again. Last time it was Jiang Guangming, and this time it was Lü Lingling.

Is Director Qi's daily work and life really that rich?

"Yuyan, is there something you need?"

Liu Yuyan, who was fantasizing about Qi Tongwei's leisurely life in the provincial government, snapped out of her reverie after hearing Qi Tongwei's words.

"Oh! Director Qi, it's like this, about the dinner I mentioned to you last time, with Director Sha Ruijin. I've already made the reservations and spoken with Director Sha Ruijin. I'm just reporting to you now!"

Qi Tongwei looked at Liu Yuyan. Although he disliked Liu Yuyan's sudden appearances every time.

However, this time it wasn't exactly a disappointment.

After all, when Lü Lingling isn't drinking, she's in saint mode.

However, the moment she touches alcohol, she transforms into a queen and a war goddess.

Qi Tongwei took a deep breath, looked coldly at Liu Yuyan in front of him, and asked.

Who is participating?

Upon hearing Qi Tongwei's question, Liu Yuyan answered with a broad smile.

"Director Qi, there aren't many people, so it's just a small gathering. You, Director Sha Ruijin, and Director Sha and Chief Prosecutor Ji Changming mentioned this, and Chief Prosecutor Ji said he would also like to attend."

At this point, Liu Yuyan paused for a moment.

"Oh! Right! There's also Lin Yaodong, the village chief from Dongshan City, a model village for drug control! He happens to be in Jingzhou on business, so he'll join us too."

Chapter Sixty-Eight: Two of My Female Friends Are Also Participating

Upon hearing Lin Yaodong's name, Qi Tongwei couldn't help but widen his eyes.

"Lin Yaodong?!"

Liu Yuyan, seemingly still unaware of the situation, nodded.

"That's right, he's an outstanding village chief of a model anti-drug village. Director Qi would like him after meeting him. He's mature, steady, and very capable!"

Ji Changming's participation was understandable to Qi Tongwei.

It was probably summoned by Sha Ruijin, in Sha Ruijin's eyes.

Ji Changming and Qi Tongwei should have a good relationship, so Sha Ruijin wanted to take this opportunity to use Ji Changming and Qi Tongwei to improve their relationship.

As for Ji Changming himself, he only appears to be on the same side as Qi Tongwei on the surface.

Privately, he had never paid a visit to Qi Tongwei's patronage.

Despite being a vice-ministerial level official, Ji Changming, a member of the provincial party committee standing committee, offended Qi Tongwei.

In an instant, it collapsed with a deafening roar.

So, how much weight does Ji Changming, a vice-ministerial level official, carry in front of Qi Tongwei?

Just as Qi Tongwei's teacher Gao Yuliang analyzed, others simply didn't know Qi Tongwei's background.

Those like Ji Changming, who have figured out the ropes, are already preparing to join the Qi family gang.

Ji Changming's purpose in attending tonight's dinner party must be quite clear.

I just want to become the first member of the Qi family gang.

However, it's quite unusual that Lin Yaodong was able to attend tonight's dinner party.

Qi Tongwei smiled at Liu Yuyan.

"Yuyan, I wonder if this Lin Yaodong is your friend or Director Sha's friend? He can't be Chief Prosecutor Ji's friend, can he?"

Liu Yuyan smiled after hearing Qi Tongwei's words.

"To be honest, Director Qi, this Lin Yaodong is not only my friend, but also Director Sha's good friend!"

Upon hearing this, Qi Tongwei realized that the Uncle Dong he was facing was quite different from the characters in the previous scripts.

This Uncle Dong has quite a background.

Seeing that Qi Tongwei didn't react for a long time, Liu Yuyan cautiously asked.

"Director Qi, do you not want Lin Yaodong to participate?"

"No, you decide on the personnel. As long as it's a small group, it's fine!"

After hearing Qi Tongwei's words, Liu Yuyan was completely relieved and appeared very happy.