Qi Tongwei: Can I be young again?

"There's no point in talking about it. The higher-ups want me to take you to see him. Once you see him, you'll know everything."

"Who?"

"Secretary Xiao."

Qi Tongwei was no longer calm. There was only one Secretary Xiao in Handong Province... Provincial Party Secretary Xiao Hongyun.

wrong.

What qualifications does Li Qingshui, a municipal public security bureau chief, have to be targeted by Secretary Xiao? Did his ancestors' graves emit auspicious smoke?

In an instant, a thought ignited.

Zhong family!

Chapter Forty-Seven: Night Talk

From the 915 anti-drug operation to the 318 anti-gang operation, Qi Tongwei always felt that Li Qingshui was mysterious.

Today he finally understood.

It turns out this guy has been working for Secretary Xiao all along.

Of course, Li Qingshui, being only a section chief, could never even get close to becoming the provincial party secretary; all he could do was intelligence work.

Xiao Hongyun's true goal is himself.

Specifically, it's the Zhong family behind Qi Tongwei. Considering that Xiao Hongyun was also present when Zhong Xiaoai was discharged from the hospital, it makes sense.

The situation in Handong today is just as dangerous and complex as it will be twenty years from now.

Despite being the provincial party secretary and the top leader of Handong Province, Xiao Hongyun is an outsider with an unstable foothold in Handong, and the people under his command are not easy to deal with.

Take Liang Qunfeng and Zhao Lichun as examples. One is a member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee and Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission, and the other is a member of the Standing Committee of the Provincial Party Committee and Executive Vice Governor. They are the third and fourth in command. These two are veteran figures in Handong and rely on each other. When they join forces, they seem to be trying to sideline Xiao Hongyun.

At this time, Xiao Hongyun desperately needed a powerful backer.

The only family he could rely on was the Zhong family, which is why he was at the hospital when Zhong Xiaoai was discharged.

It's not easy to curry favor with the Zhong family.

That's a large family, a family full of talented people. If he tried to establish a connection directly, the Zhong family might not even give him a second glance.

That's why he set his sights on Qi Tongwei.

"Hey, what are you thinking about? Let's go, don't keep Secretary Xiao waiting."

Seeing the driver approaching, Li Qingshui urged him on.

It was already nine o'clock when dinner ended, and after a two-hour drive, the car arrived at the provincial party committee office building at eleven o'clock.

At that moment, one light was still on in the provincial party committee building.

It was the office of the provincial party secretary.

Xiao Hongyun, whose temples were graying, leaned back in his chair, rubbing his temples, looking somewhat tired.

"Secretary Xiao, they've arrived."

"Understood." Xiao Hongyun sat up straight, put on his glasses, and resumed his work. "Secretary Chen, call Qi Tongwei in."

"it is good."

Five minutes later, Li Qingshui stayed where he was and waited, while Qi Tongwei followed Secretary Chen into the provincial party secretary's office.

After leading the person in, Secretary Chen left and closed the door behind him.

Only Xiao Hongyun and Qi Tongwei remained in the room.

Having lived two lives, Qi Tongwei thought he was mature enough, but standing here, he still felt a heavy pressure.

Especially the Party flag behind the desk, so bright red, so dazzling, solemn and dignified.

"Secretary Xiao."

"Ah."

Xiao Hongyun nodded, his sharp eyes scanning Qi Tongwei up and down.

It's funny to think about.

In his previous life, Director Qi was only looked at seriously by Provincial Party Secretary Sha Ruijin when he picked up a sniper rifle.

But now, Qi Tongwei has done nothing, yet he has been received privately by Xiao Hongyun. It seems... fate is a very important thing.

"Ahem." Xiao Hongyun averted his gaze and coughed lightly twice. "Tongwei, do you know why I called you?"

"Secretary Xiao, I don't know."

Intelligent people often don't live long.

If you should play dumb, then play dumb.

"According to Li Qingshui, the anti-gang operation on March 318 should have ended, but you didn't agree. I'd like to hear why?"

“Following the procedures won’t end this.” Qi Tongwei took a deep breath and said seriously, “First, the whistleblower hasn’t been found. Second, Cao Fu is just a small fry; without protection, he can’t cause such a big stir. Combating organized crime requires addressing not only the symptoms but also the root cause.”

"Have you never thought about your career?" Xiao Hongyun narrowed his eyes slightly. "If the case is closed now, it can be considered an achievement for you, and it will also be a great resume for your career. Aren't you tempted?"

"It's impossible not to be tempted, but once you put on the police uniform, you can't just think about achievements, don't you think?"

"You have a bottom line, you have principles, that's interesting!" Xiao Hongyun narrowed his eyes slightly. "No wonder Director Zhong and Secretary Zhong both favor you so much. You are indeed a promising talent."

Qi Tongwei remained silent, deep in thought.

Director Zhong? Secretary Zhong?

This likely refers to Zhong Zhengguo, director of the Political Department of the Party Central Committee, and Zhong Zhengqian, deputy secretary of the Party Central Committee's Discipline Inspection Commission.

He was unsure about the relationship between Xiao Hongyun and the Zhong family.

But one thing is certain: it won't be too bad. At least... Xiao Hongyun is also wary of the two people mentioned above.

It's not that Xiao Hongyun's official rank was low; the main issue is that both of them worked in the Party Central Committee, primarily responsible for Party conduct and discipline. Especially Zhong Zhengqian, despite holding the same ministerial rank as Xiao Hongyun, Zhong Zhengqian actually wielded more power than many vice-state-level leaders.

Not to mention that the Zhong family also has an old man.

Moreover, Xiao Hongyun mentioned the Zhong family in front of Qi Tongwei at this time, which means that he was aware of the relationship between Qi Tongwei and the Zhong family, and even that this relationship was provided to him by the Zhong family.

In other words, Qi Tongwei is now essentially a member of the Zhong family.

I suddenly felt a little excited.

It has nothing to do with one's career.

Rather, his relationship with Zhong Xiaoai is very likely already approved by the Zhong family.

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After all, for Qi Tongwei now, his career and future are very important, but compared to his beloved Xiao Ai, he still falls short!

He may not have a career in government, but he has money.

You can still live a comfortable life.

Without Xiao Ai, he was certain he would never be happy in his life.

Unexpectedly, in this second life, the man who was once a master of destiny has turned into a love-obsessed person.

Where can I go to seek justice?

……

Standing downstairs at the provincial party committee office building, Li Qingshui leaned against his car, a cigarette dangling from his lips, gazing at that ray of light, his heart filled with mixed emotions.

To be honest, he was extremely envious of Qi Tongwei.

Not only did he get Secretary Zhong's business card, but he was also received privately by Secretary Xiao. I don't know what kind of incredible luck he had.

Of course, he also thanked Qi Tongwei.

Because Xiao Hongyun had promised him that as long as the 318 anti-gang operation was carried out successfully, the position of deputy director would be reserved in advance.

After so many years, we've finally taken a step forward.

Without this opportunity, he might have remained stagnant and would never have caught Xiao Hongyun's eye.

Just as he was filled with emotion, Secretary Chen walked over.

Upon seeing this, Li Qingshui immediately stubbed out his cigarette and rushed forward with both hands.

"Director Chen, why did you come down here?"

"Secretary Xiao is in a conversation, I came out for some fresh air. By the way, do you still have any cigarettes?"

"Yes, yes, yes."

Li Qingshui took out a cigarette, respectfully handed it to him, and then took out a lighter to light it for him.

Don't underestimate Secretary Chen just because he's only a section chief.

Even officials at the department level have to lower their heads and greet him as "Director."

This is a matter of the right to speak.

Most of the time, Secretary Chen represents Xiao Hongyun. Anyone who dares to disrespect him is slapping Xiao Hongyun in the face.