Life Reset: I’m the Master in the Officialdom

When Wentao stepped into the box, he saw a thin but energetic young man quickly stand up and greet him with a smile on his face. This person was Ji Yang.

"Taozi, I didn't expect you to come to Liaoan Province! Hahahaha, you are the first old classmate I have met since graduation!" Ji Yang laughed as he walked quickly towards Wentao and opened his arms to give him a warm bear hug.

"Oh my, you are still so thin, Yangzi!" Wentao responded with a smile.

Back when they were students at the China University of Political Science and Law, they were considered the odd ones out on campus. As their families' financial situations were less than ideal, they often gathered together, living on steamed buns and pickled vegetables.

What the two still remember vividly is that there was a time when they couldn't even afford to buy steamed buns. In the end, it was thanks to Li Jinpeng's help that they were able to have a full meal.

It’s a pity that Li Jinpeng returned to Handong today, otherwise I would definitely pull him over and we could have a good chat together about all the embarrassing things that happened during our college days.

Ji Yang affectionately took Wen Tao's arm, led him to his seat, and gestured for him to take a seat. Several young men and women were already seated around the table. Wen Tao couldn't help but look at Ji Yang with a puzzled look, as if waiting for him to introduce himself.

"Taozi, come here, let me introduce you. The person standing over here is Xiao Yunfei. He works in the Finance Bureau of our city. It's a really important position! And look at this person over here, that's Sun Peng. He works in the municipal government. The two of them and I are close buddies who grew up together wearing open-crotch pants. I called them here today so that you can get to know each other and make friends!" Ji Yang said with a smile on his face, his eyes sparkling with excitement.

As soon as Ji Yang finished speaking, Wen Tao immediately stood up, with a warm and humble smile on his face, he walked quickly forward, stretched out his right hand and shook hands tightly with Xiao Yunfei and Sun Peng respectively, and greeted politely: "I am very happy to meet you two, please take care of me in the future!" From his actions, there was no sign of the arrogance of a leader.

However, in the face of Wen Tao's sincere and friendly attitude, Xiao Yunfei and Sun Peng's performance was quite surprising.

They just smiled faintly, shook hands symbolically, and then quickly let go. The whole process seemed extremely perfunctory, as if they were not very interested in Wentao.

At this time, Sun Peng was the first to break the silence and asked in a slightly scrutinizing tone, "I heard that you work for our Municipal Party Committee. I wonder which unit you're in?"

Wen Tao smiled slightly and replied calmly, "Actually, I haven't reported yet, so I'm not sure which unit I'll be assigned to."

Wentao's tone was calm and frank. What he said was completely true. He had indeed not yet officially reported for work, and he had no intention of revealing his true identity too early.

After all, after a brief encounter, he had already noticed that the two childhood friends Ji Yang brought with him seemed a bit too worldly and utilitarian...

In comparison, Ji Yang is much more reliable. After so many years, his personality has not changed. He is still so simple and sincere.

"Hey, brother, don't think you're great just because you graduated from the School of Political Science and Law. These days, if you don't have some connections, you still can't get into those good units! But, since you are Yangzi's friend, you are my friend too. If you need any help, just tell me. As long as I can help, I will definitely not refuse!" Xiao Yunfei had a smug smile on his face and spoke in a tone that was slightly boastful and superior.

Although his words sounded well-intentioned, they always made people feel uncomfortable when they came out of his mouth, as if Ji Yang's two classmates had already determined that Wen Tao was just a poor boy with no connections or background.

Ji Yang noticed the atmosphere was starting to get awkward, so he quickly reached out and tore off a piece of grilled lamb chops, carefully placing it on Wen Tao's plate. He then said enthusiastically, "Taozi, you've come all this way here, thank you for your hard work! Come on, try this grilled lamb chop! Eat some more lamb to replenish your body! You know, grilled lamb chops are a specialty of our Bengang City! I've spent half a month's salary treating you to this meal!"

As he spoke, Ji Yang did not forget to wink at Wen Tao, signaling him not to mind what Xiao Yunfei had just said.

A look of pity flashed across Ji Yang's face, and Wen Tao could clearly see the concern and helplessness in his expression at a glance.

Indeed, Ji Yang's family's financial situation is really not good. If I hadn't come to Bengang this time and contacted him, I'm afraid that with Ji Yang's current situation, he would not be able to "bleed generously" to enjoy such a luxurious moment!

"Taozi, it's not just us and my two best friends here tonight. I've also specially invited a big brother over. This big brother is quite remarkable. He works in the municipal government office and directly serves Mayor Sun! When the big brother arrives later, you have to perform well. If you can get a few good words from the big brother, then you'll have a job!" Ji Yang reminded earnestly.

Sun Peng on the side also quickly agreed: "That's right, even though Brother Menglong has just started working in the municipal government not long ago, he has his father supporting him behind the scenes. In my opinion, in another year or two, Brother Menglong will definitely be promoted to a deputy section-level cadre. Then he can go to the grassroots to train and accumulate some experience. Maybe when he comes back next time, he will have become a section-level cadre!" As he spoke, Sun Peng's eyes were full of envy and longing.

"Taozi, you must have heard of the famous Yinshengyuan Real Estate Company in Bengang City, right? Let me tell you, that's the property of Brother Menglong's family! As long as you can serve Brother Yunfei comfortably, let alone giving up being a small civil servant, even if you just do some small business, you can easily become a multi-millionaire!" Xiao Yunfei said excitedly.

From his beaming expression and tone, one could clearly feel that the people present had immense respect for Brother Menglong.

Hearing this, Wen Tao couldn't help but frown slightly. He had actually heard of the name Yinshengyuan Real Estate from the information passed on by Li Jinpeng.

Originally, this company had always performed mediocrely, but since Sun Yiguo came to Bengang, it seemed to have gained a powerful boost in an instant, rapidly rising and growing.

What’s more crucial is that the eldest son of Yinshengyuan Real Estate actually works in the municipal government. I wonder if there is any connection between the two.

Just as Wentao was lost in thought, suddenly, a sharp and rapid braking sound came from outside the window, like a thunderbolt breaking through the sky, abruptly interrupting his thoughts.