Qi Tongwei: Sign-in relationship started during student days

Luo Qian brought Wu Yue and Qi Tian in.

Before Qi Tongwei could introduce her, He Jiyun spoke first, pointing at Wu Yue and exclaiming in surprise, "Tongwei, is this your daughter? She's grown so tall!"

Qi Tongwei smiled and reminded him, "Secretary He, this is my eldest daughter, Wu Yue."

Wu Yue?

He Jiyun suddenly realized, his gaze falling on the girl with a heavy weight: "Is this the granddaughter of Comrade Wu'an, the township party secretary who sacrificed his life in the flood?"

Qi Tongwei nodded: "I didn't expect you to still remember him."

“I remember, how could I not remember!” He Jiyun said in a deep voice, “He is an outstanding Party member and a people’s hero in our Handong. How could I forget him!” After saying that, he waved to Wu Yue, and the sharpness in his eyes disappeared, replaced by the gentleness of an elder. “Come, child, come to Grandpa.”

Wu Yue tightened her grip on the hem of her clothes and looked timidly at Qi Tongwei.

Qi Tongwei gave her a reassuring look and nodded gently.

Wu Yue then released Luo Qian's hand and took small, quick steps as she walked over.

Under Luo Qian's meticulous care, twelve-year-old Wu Yue has grown into a graceful young lady, her simple dress making her look like a little princess.

He Jiyun looked at her, a slight ripple appearing in his cloudy eyes: "Good child, you've really suffered these past years."

At eight years old, Wu Yue was old enough to remember things. Reminded by He Jiyun, she immediately recalled her grandfather's appearance and voice, and her eyes filled with tears.

He Jiyun quickly comforted her, "Child, don't cry, don't cry. From now on, if you're willing, just treat me as your grandfather and this place as your second home."

Qi Tian, ​​still a child at heart, couldn't help but tug at Luo Qian's sleeve when he saw the scene and whispered, "Mom, why is my sister crying?"

Luo Qian squatted down and explained, "My sister misses her family."

Qi Tian was even more confused: "Family? Aren't we my sister's relatives?"

He Jiyun laughed, “Yes, yes, Yueyue, your sister is right. You are not alone now. You have your own father and mother, and today you have a grandfather. From now on, we are all your family.”

With tears in her eyes, Wu Yue nodded heavily, and finally, the tears rolled down her cheeks, landing on the plain-colored hem of her skirt.

Qi Tongwei gave Luo Qian a look, and Luo Qian understood immediately. She stepped forward, took out a handkerchief, and carefully wiped away the tears on Wu Yue's cheeks while whispering words of comfort.

Seeing Luo Qian's thoughtful and considerate manner, He Jiyun nodded secretly, then turned to Qi Tongwei and asked casually, "Tongwei, you and your wife are both busy with work. Can you take care of two children?"

Qi Tongwei replied, "It's alright. Where I went, each family had a nanny. Wu Yue is an exceptionally sensible child, and Luo Qian can work from home most of the time, so we can manage."

"That's good." He Jiyun nodded, then changed the subject, his tone becoming more earnest, "If you're too busy and it affects your work, just send Wu Yue here with me."

I won't lie to you, next year I'll be taking things to the next level. I'm also at the age where I can retire, and I'd like to enjoy the feeling of being surrounded by my grandchildren.

Qi Tongwei's gaze swept over Wu Yue, and he saw a hint of panic flash across the girl's face. Her lips were pursed tightly, as if she wanted to say something but couldn't.

He understood his adopted daughter's thoughts all too well. She was so sensible that it was heartbreaking, but deep down she harbored a sense of inferiority, and even when faced with life's choices, she didn't dare to openly refuse.

"Secretary He, thank you for your kindness. Wu Yue has long been a part of our family, and we really can't bear to be separated from her."

Upon hearing this, Wu Yue's face immediately lit up with joy.

He Jiyun took in all of this, nodded knowingly, and stopped forcing her to do something. He then smoothly shifted the topic to his son, He Anxia.

Qi Tongwei spoke frankly, recounting He Anxia's outstanding performance at the Han River in detail, his words full of praise.

As for He Anxia's personal emotional turmoil, he remained completely silent, not uttering a single word.

He Jiyun nodded in satisfaction. "Tongwei, I have to thank you. I know my son. He does have some ability, but he's not necessarily as good as you say."

"If it weren't for your help, I believe he would never have achieved what he has today, and might even have been shot and killed."

Qi Tongwei was taken aback. "Secretary He, you're exaggerating."

He Jiyun waved his hand and said in a deep voice, "It's not an exaggeration at all."

He's still too green in officialdom. If it weren't for my old face saving face, he wouldn't have had a chance to regroup.

"The officialdom is a cruel arena. One wrong step and you lose everything. Losers never get a second chance."

He paused, then looked up at Qi Tongwei, his gaze suddenly sharpening with an undeniable scrutiny: "Tongwei, tell me honestly, did Anxia and that female boss have an improper relationship?"

Qi Tongwei's heart skipped a beat, but he remained outwardly calm, only slightly startled, and inwardly he smiled bitterly—he couldn't afford to offend either side, and he absolutely couldn't be the villain who tore off the mask.

After carefully considering his words, he slowly began to speak: "I think... it's probably not true. If it were true, people wouldn't have only taken a few ambiguous photos and then spread them around gossiping."

Regarding matters of conduct between men and women, I believe Anxia still has a bottom line and adheres to principles.