Reborn as Zhao Ruilong of Handong, I will defy fate.

Jingzhou.

Opposite to the north gate of Handong University.

A van slowly drove into the Mingfu Jiayuan residential community.

The carriage was filled with a large number of brand-new, high-end electrical appliances.

"Masters, please be gentle! Don't bump it or break it!"

"Handle it gently, even if it's slow!"

After reminding the workers, Liang Lu turned and glanced at Qi Tongwei, who was still in a daze.

"What are you thinking about?"

"I've been wondering why people prefer to buy foreign brands of home appliances. Domestic products perform just as well and are cheaper, so why aren't they as popular?"

Qi Tongwei casually told a little lie.

He knew, of course, that the problem wasn't just brand value, but that many people had been kneeling for so long that they couldn't stand up.

But the real question he was pondering...

It's Liang Wei, the brother-in-law; he's definitely gone astray.

Not only did she buy back the new house that Liang Lu had sold to help him cover his losses, but she also increased the price.

He also gave Liang Lu a large sum of money, allowing her to spend lavishly on these international brand-name appliances.

It is said that he even bought a house and a car for his older sister, who did not file for divorce after her older brother went to prison...

Liang Wei once spent almost all of his family's savings of 120,000 yuan to buy Lu Yike a Santana sedan.

How can someone become rich overnight in just three months?

Is he truly a business genius?

"You can't get rich this quickly through normal means!"

"Only by leveraging his father's accumulated power and influence over many years and engaging in large-scale power-money transactions could he have amassed such a fortune so quickly!"

Qi Tongwei, with his keen political sense, has already reached a conclusion.

Liang Lu, who was indulging in the happiness of the rich, was unaware that her brother's money came from illegitimate sources.

after an hour.

All appliances were installed and all passed testing.

Liang Lu lay back on the imported genuine leather sofa and let out a comfortable murmur.

"Ah~ this new home is finally the one I've always dreamed of."

"When I sold the house, I thought I would never be able to come back!"

"I never expected that not only would they be back, but they would also have bought a lot of nice furniture and appliances..."

Qi Tongwei ignored Liang Lu.

Like a servant, he picked up a handkerchief and began to wipe.

Even though the workers were wearing shoe covers and gloves.

Even though these household appliances have only just had their protective films removed.

But I can't leave it unwashed; Liang Lu, that old woman, is a clean freak.

As for Liang Lu...

The new house is completely finished, and tomorrow is New Year's Day 2001.

Moving to a new house for the New Year naturally calls for friends and family to celebrate.

The first call she made was, of course, to her best friend and colleague at Handong University, Wu Huifen.

After chatting and laughing for a while, she finally made her second call to her sister-in-law, Yang Mei.

The third call was made to his brother-in-law, Liang Wei.

however……

"What? You went to Lvteng City in Zhongjiang Province? That's a long way, what are you doing there?"

"The New Year is just around the corner. When are you coming back? Okay, I'll prepare the offerings."

"Be careful out there. You still have so many steel nails and plates in your body. Drink less alcohol!"

After giving her younger brother some instructions, Liang Lu hung up the phone.

"Xiao Wei went to another city to discuss business with his friends and will be back in a few days."

Qi Tongwei, who was mopping the floor, gave a light but not loud "hmm".

But he couldn't help but think to himself.

Does he even need to discuss business?

His father is Liang Qunfeng!!

Even though he will step down from his position as Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Bureau in a few days, he has worked in the political and legal system of Handong for more than 30 years and has countless students and former subordinates.

Countless people are lining up to give him money, so why would they need him to do business?

This trip to another province is probably not for business at all, but for sightseeing, eating, drinking and having fun.

"By the way, we're moving to our new house tomorrow. Why don't you invite some old colleagues and classmates over for a visit? The more new family members there are, the more festive and lively it will be!"

As soon as Liang Lu finished speaking, Qi Tongwei immediately shook his head.

"Let's forget about it. You know how busy we police officers are, especially on holidays."

These words were merely an excuse for Qi Tongwei.

What he was really thinking was, how could he dare let his old colleagues see this luxury house in a good school district?

A single plasma TV costs the equivalent of a year's salary for them.

Isn't the Liang family known for their integrity?

Wasn't Liang Qunfeng known for his strict family education?

The moment they step through the door, the Liang family's reputation, built up over many years, will be utterly shattered.

I still want to improve myself, so I shouldn't let my old colleagues and classmates from Jingzhou see this.

After a while.

Qi Tongwei hadn't finished mopping the floor yet, but Liang Lu had already made all the phone calls to invite him to dinner.

The main reason is that she, who has always been proud and arrogant, doesn't have many true friends.

When Liang Lu had free time, it naturally became Qi Tongwei's nightmare.

Sometimes this spot isn't clean, and sometimes there's dust there.

I was busy until almost dark, but I finally managed to clean it up spotlessly.

After leaving the residential area, I naturally took a taxi back to the provincial party committee compound.

Now, Liang Lu would never want to squeeze onto a bus again.

On the way, he didn't care what the driver thought, and just chatted with Qi Tongwei.

I have over 100,000 yuan left and plan to buy a car for transportation.

How could Qi Tongwei possibly have any objections to this?

back home.

I saw my father sitting on the sofa, watching TV and reading the newspaper.

Liang Lu immediately stepped forward and explained the housewarming party to be held tomorrow.

Qi Tongwei, naturally, quickly went to the kitchen to cook.

As he served the dishes one by one, preparing to call the father and daughter to eat...

Upon entering the living room, I was immediately stunned.

CCTV-1 is reporting on the major collapse accident at the Longxi Coal Mine in Lincheng.

"Was that Zhao Lichun, the one covered in mud who took off his helmet to mourn?"

"What Zhao Lichun? That's Zhao Shuji!"

Liang Qunfeng suddenly rebuked him in a stern voice.

Qi Tongwei was stunned for a moment.

I don't know why my father-in-law suddenly got so angry.

He slowly walked to the sofa and sat down.

Qi Tongwei stared intently at the television screen.

"Even though it collapsed, they managed to dig a rescue tunnel out of it. That's really amazing!"

Just as Liang Lu finished her remark, Liang Qunfeng said in a deep voice:

“All available rescue forces in the entire Handong Province have been dispatched, and the national rescue team has also arrived.”

"With so many people working in shifts, even a mountain can be leveled in a few dozen hours."

Qi Tongwei didn't say anything and kept watching TV.

The camera cuts back to the live stream.

"As of now, the collapse has resulted in the tragic deaths of 36 people, and the search and rescue and body recovery efforts are still ongoing."

"Next, let's review the major mine collapse accident at Lincheng Longxi Coal Mine through a short video."

After the host finished speaking, the short film began to play.

"Around 12 p.m. on December 27, the Handong safety production hotline and the governor's hotline suddenly rang, with a member of the public reporting an accident at the Lincheng Longxi Coal Mine."

"Upon learning of the news, Governor Zhao Lichun immediately ordered the activation of the emergency response mechanism and organized all available resources for rescue operations. He then rushed to the scene and reported to Provincial Party Secretary Zhong Zhengguo..."

The scene transitioned smoothly as the host introduced the subject.

Numerous police cars and rescue vehicles were present, with flashing lights and sirens blaring.

The scene of them making a move late at night was grand and chilling.

But then, the heartbreaking cries of the miners' families at the scene were truly distressing.

In the footage, Zhao Lichun helps an elderly woman who is crying uncontrollably to her feet, comforts the crowd, and organizes rescue efforts.

When a group of exhausted rescue workers withdrew, Zhao Lichun disregarded the mud and went forward to express his gratitude.

When the logistics staff prepared hot meals, Zhao Lichun took the initiative to distribute them to the surrounding people and rescue workers.

From dawn to dusk, and then to dawn again...

Although the host did not introduce Zhao Lichun for a long time.

But his figure remained ever-present in the images.

As the bodies of the victims were carried out one by one, he, covered in mud, was the first to take off his hat and observe a moment of silence.

The picture freezes.

With red flags waving, Zhao Lichun was covered in mud and looked nothing like a provincial governor.

But behind him stood countless rescue workers and ordinary people.

"The music and the editing are simply genius!"

"A major mining accident, through this kind of edited publicity, fully demonstrates the spirit of putting people first and the strong national will!"

Even Liang Lu, who is usually proud and arrogant, couldn't help but praise this short film.

But her words only made Liang Qunfeng's expression darken further.

"But didn't you notice that this short film is more like a promotional video for Zhao Lichun?"

"That's right! From beginning to end, all we heard was Zhong Shuji giving instructions. Why didn't he go to the scene?"

The outspoken Liang Lu turned her head and asked curiously.

Liang Qunfeng retorted irritably.

"Didn't I go either?"

“You’re in charge of law enforcement, it’s normal for you not to go! But Zhong Shuji…”

Before Liang Lu could finish speaking, she noticed Qi Tongwei shaking his head at her repeatedly.

"Why are you shaking your head at me? I'm telling the truth. It's such a big deal, Zhong Shuji..."

Liang Qunfeng suddenly stood up and left.

"Hey, Dad, where are you going? Tongwei has already prepared dinner, aren't you going to eat some?"

Liang Lu called out repeatedly, but Liang Qunfeng went upstairs without turning his head.

"That's strange, where did I say something wrong?"

“Such a big event, Zhong Shuji should have been on site.”

"Look at the situation now, a major mining disaster has become a stage for Governor Zhao... Zhao."

"Even if Zhong Shuji is confirmed to be transferred to Yanjing, he should at least stand firm at his post until the very end and not give anyone cause for gossip!"

Qi Tongwei looked at Liang Lu, who was chattering away.

I really want to slap that ignorant and foolish face.

But in the end, he quietly returned to the dining table.

Looking at the food I cooked myself, I had no appetite.

His keen political instincts told him...

Something is going to happen, something big is going to happen!

At this critical juncture, Liang Wei still hasn't shown any restraint.

It is highly likely that this will bring utter destruction to the Liang family...