The country entrusted me to buy an aircraft carrier, Hou Liangping, do you dare to investigate?

Meanwhile, in the office of the deputy mayor of Didu City, Qi Tongwei was intently wiping his mahogany desk.

The afterglow of the setting sun streamed into the room through the floor-to-ceiling windows, adding an extra touch of luxury to the already opulent office.

The room was filled with a faint sandalwood scent, which mixed with the lingering cologne fragrance in the air, creating a peculiar yet inexplicably harmonious atmosphere.

Qi Tongwei suddenly stopped moving, his gaze falling on the stack of documents, his expression complex.

This transfer came too suddenly and too suspiciously. The deputy mayor of Didu City is the second-in-command of a powerful department. Given his qualifications and background, he should have had to wait at least a few more years before he had this opportunity.

Moreover, this transfer did not follow any normal organizational procedures at all; it was parachuted in without even a word of warning. He would never believe that there wasn't a powerful hand pulling the strings behind the scenes.

And who else could this person be besides Huang Feipeng?

Qi Tongwei put down the rag in his hand, walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, and looked down at the brightly lit night view of the capital. The towering buildings, row upon row, seemed like giant suction cups, greedily devouring the night, and also devouring people's desires and ambitions.

"Excellent tactics, impressive decisiveness!" Qi Tongwei muttered to himself, a meaningful smile playing on his lips. He knew that this transfer, though seemingly sudden, was in fact a carefully planned and meticulously executed operation, something no ordinary person could accomplish.

Huang Feipeng, a man who had always been unfathomable in his eyes, quietly put him on the fast track to officialdom. How could he not be grateful for this favor and trust?

Qi Tongwei recalled his youthful days at Handong University, his humble origins, the scorn he endured, and his unwavering desire and ambition for power. Huang Feipeng, from a prestigious family, extended an olive branch, drawing him into the alluring yet dangerous arena of power.

"Without Secretary Huang, I wouldn't be where I am today." A ruthless glint flashed in Qi Tongwei's eyes. "He is my mentor, my benefactor. My life belongs to him!"

Qi Tongwei's thoughts drifted back to the day he left Handong.

Gao Yuliang, that hypocrite who usually appeared dignified and full of righteous words, actually grabbed his hand in front of everyone at the entrance of the provincial party committee compound, pretending to be a teacher and student with deep affection and reluctance to part.

"Tongwei, do your best in the capital and make great achievements! Don't forget the glory of our Han University Department of Political Science and Law!" Gao Yuliang held his hand tightly, and a tear welled up in his cloudy old eyes.

Those around him cast approving glances, as if witnessing a highly respected professor's earnest expectations for his prized student.

Qi Tongwei forced a smile through his nausea, but inwardly he was sneering.

Keep pretending!

Back when I was studying at Han University, this old guy made things difficult for me in every way, making sarcastic remarks and wishing he could kick me out.

Now that he has achieved great success, he is putting on this pretentious act of deep teacher-student affection, which is truly disgusting!

If he had a choice, Qi Tongwei really wanted to shake off Gao Yuliang's hand and spit on that hypocritical face.

But he knew that now was not the time to break off relations. He still needed to use Gao Yuliang and the reputation of the Department of Political Science and Law at Han University to pave the way for himself and advance his career.

"Thank you, teacher. I will definitely work hard! Don't worry, I will not disgrace the Department of Political Science and Law of Han University, and I will make you proud." Qi Tongwei withdrew his hand without showing any emotion, bowed slightly, and turned to leave.

His back was straight and firm, without a trace of lingering attachment.

Watching Qi Tongwei's departing figure, a shadow crossed Gao Yuliang's eyes. He knew that this student was no longer the timid, easily manipulated poor boy he once was. His wings had grown strong, and his ambitions had grown ever larger; he was no longer someone Gao Yuliang could easily control.

"Qi Tongwei, you better remember this: without me, you wouldn't be where you are today!" Gao Yuliang muttered through gritted teeth. "You'd better not forget who brought you into this circle!"

Qi Tongwei would never forget, and he would never forget, that it was Huang Feipeng who pulled him out of the mire and led him step by step to the pinnacle of power.

"Secretary Huang, you are my mentor, my benefactor!" Qi Tongwei said silently in his heart, "My life belongs to you!"

Thinking of Huang Feipeng, Qi Tongwei couldn't help but smile. He knew that his appointment to such an important position in the capital was undoubtedly due to Huang Feipeng's meticulous planning and clearing of all obstacles. He would never forget this kindness and trust!

Qi Tongwei snapped out of his reverie, his gaze settling on the spacious, bright office before him. A smug smile crept onto his lips. He knew that all of this was inseparable from Huang Feipeng's cultivation and support. Without Secretary Huang, there would be no Qi Tongwei today!

He rose and walked to the window, gazing down at the bustling cityscape of the capital, his heart filled with boundless pride. The capital, he had finally arrived!

He recalled that when he first arrived in the capital today, he had planned to visit Huang Feipeng when he had some free time, but unexpectedly, Secretary Huang called him first. After hanging up the phone, he immediately started tidying up his office, eagerly anticipating his meeting with this "benefactor".

Just then, the phone rang again, and a familiar name appeared on the screen: Chengdu.

Qi Tongwei frowned slightly, wondering: Why would Cheng Du call at this time? Could something have happened in Handong?

"Hey, Chengdu, what's up?" He answered the phone, his tone tinged with impatience.

"Director Qi, you've arrived in the capital? Why didn't you tell me?" A fawning voice came from the other end of the phone, seemingly trying to ingratiate himself.

Qi Tongwei was taken aback for a moment, then reacted and snorted coldly, "What? Do I need to report to you about coming to the capital?"

Cheng Du quickly explained, "No, no, Director Qi, you've misunderstood! I just... I just arrived in the capital myself, and when I heard you were here too, I was thinking of having a welcome dinner for you..."

"You're in the capital?" Qi Tongwei was even more puzzled. "What are you doing in the capital?"

"I...I've been transferred to the police station to be the office director." Cheng Du's voice carried a hint of pride, but more than that, it betrayed his nervousness.

Qi Tongwei was stunned, his mind reeling. Cheng Du had been transferred to the police department? And made the chief of staff for a leader? How could this be! How could he, a mere chief of staff at the Handong City Police Department, possibly have such an opportunity?