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

Ding ding~

Liang Lu tapped her plate with her chopsticks.

"What are you thinking about? Eat!"

Qi Tongwei suddenly came to his senses.

“When I came back, I saw that the lights were off in Villa No. 1 and Zhong Shuji was not home.”

"Nonsense, it's New Year's Day holiday, why wouldn't he go to Yanjing to be with his daughter, why would he stay in Jingzhou?"

After making a sarcastic remark, Liang Lu began to pick up food and eat.

Qi Tongwei gave an awkward smile, inwardly sighing:

"A person who braved the wind and snow, ignored the mud, and worked tirelessly on the front line of the rescue."

"I'll fly back to Yanjing to enjoy the holiday and spend the New Year's Day break with my daughter and son-in-law!"

"Such a stark contrast is truly an immense irony!"

Qi Tongwei picked up his bowl and chopsticks and began to eat.

Even if things were to change in Handong, people would still need to eat first.

Besides, even if the sky were to fall...

Isn't there still my father-in-law, Liang Qunfeng, to support me?

Even though he is about to step down from his position as Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission and retire to a less demanding role.

But over the years, apart from some nepotism, there have been no economic problems.

But isn't nepotism the norm?

When there's an opportunity for advancement, of course, priority is given to those who are on their own side and those who are obedient.

Only in this way will others be grateful and willing to work for you.

Only by accumulating small efforts can we climb higher and higher with the help of many people.

Just like when his father-in-law appointed Gao Yuliang, who was teaching at Handong University, to enter politics.

As Gao Yuliang rose through the ranks, he also provided strong support to his father-in-law in his work.

After being transferred to Luzhou, Gao Yuliang took good care of him.

Naturally, he also hoped that he would listen to his instructions and help him improve.

and so……

To make people useful and to advance, one inevitably has to resort to nepotism.

Even Zhao Lichun, who is currently enjoying great popularity, is no exception.

Once he takes office, those who follow him will definitely be given priority for promotion and important positions.

"A storm is brewing, but Liang Wei is still frantically making money."

“If something happens to him, his father-in-law will probably be too embarrassed to step down and will choose to retire directly.”

"Without the protection of my father-in-law, a whole bunch of people will suffer, so what about me?"

"What the hell am I supposed to do? I'm just a lowly deputy section chief, and I want to get promoted!"

Qi Tongwei was in a state of utter confusion.

Right now, he really wished he could run to Lincheng and follow Zhao Lichun around.

"Xiaolu!"

A majestic voice suddenly rang out.

Qi Tongwei, who was so frightened that he almost dropped his chopsticks, was so startled that he almost dropped them.

"Dad, what's wrong?"

Liang Lu turned around in surprise.

The father, Liang Qunfeng, stood at the corner of the stairs, his expression serious as he gripped his phone.

"That house of yours, did Xiaowei really buy it for you with his money?"

"Yes, he gave the other party an extra 50,000, and the other party readily agreed."

"Give me an extra 50,000!!"

Liang Qunfeng's expression tightened.

"He's really rich!"

"He only quit his job to start his own business three months ago, and he was able to buy a car and a house for his older brother and sister-in-law, and even helped you buy back the new house you sold at a higher price!"

Even if Liang Lu was stupid, she could naturally hear her father's dissatisfaction.

After putting down her chopsticks, Liang Lu got up and walked over.

"Dad, you're not worried that Xiaowei accepted bribes, are you?"

"if not?"

Liang Qunfeng retorted irritably:

"You really think your brother is a business genius?"

"Can someone start from scratch and earn several million in just over three months?"

Liang Lu was stunned and embarrassed.

"Shouldn't that be true?"

“He told me that he was doing business with a friend and that he was making money legally and compliantly.”

"I've also been to their antique shop. Business is booming; it's normal for them to make millions!"

Upon hearing this, Qi Tongwei almost burst out laughing on the spot.

Antique shop?

Business is booming?

Do you think that's a vegetable market?!

There are already few people who enjoy collecting antiques.

There are very few people willing to spend a fortune on antiques.

If you're not careful, you might end up buying a high-quality counterfeit.

Therefore, buyers with both financial strength and interest will inevitably be extremely cautious.

How can we allow an antique shop to thrive?

The reason why is so.

It's all because of that shop; the owner behind it is Liang Qunfeng's youngest son.

How about we try someone else?

It might take several days before we can open for business.

In contrast, Qi Tongwei remained silent.

Liang Qunfeng was naturally on the verge of a breakdown by his daughter Liang Lu's stupidity.

He walked down the stairs, stood in front of Liang Lu, and looked her up and down.

"Dad, what are you doing?"

"I'm watching to see what kind of offspring I, Liang Qunfeng, have given birth to!"

"dad!!"

"Don't call me Dad! I don't have a daughter as stupid as you!"

Liang Qunfeng suddenly roared.

"You call yourself a teacher at Handong University? I think you're so stupid you're not even as good as an elementary school student!"

"Who doesn't know that antique shops have more fakes than genuine items? Where do so many people who love antiques come from who are willing to spend so much money?"

"Do you think everyone is crazy? Do you think those people can't survive without spending hundreds of thousands or millions on things?"

Liang Lu's lips twitched slightly.

"So...so you mean they're using this method to send money to Xiaowei?"

"Yup!"

"But why would they give Xiaowei money?"

puff~

Qi Tongwei couldn't hold back any longer and burst out laughing.

Liang Lu is such an old woman, it makes one seriously doubt whether her head and butt are reversed.

And Liang Qunfeng...

Naturally, unsurprisingly, he was so angry that he clutched his chest, looking pained.

"dad!!"

"Dad, what's wrong with you?"

"Is your heart feeling uncomfortable again?"

"Tongwei, Tongwei, hurry and get the medicine!"

Liang Lu hurriedly helped Liang Qunfeng up, shouting and yelling.

Qi Tongwei put down his chopsticks and hurriedly went to help.

After a series of swift and decisive actions...

Liang Qunfeng, who was lying on the sofa, was breathing oxygen and looked like he was about to die.

Qi Tongwei couldn't hold back any longer.

He was afraid that if he didn't persuade Liang Lu, his father-in-law would be so angry that he would die tonight.

"Those people are buying antiques like crazy in order to curry favor with Xiao Wei and then use him to do things for them."

"Didn't Xiaowei already resign? What can he still do?"

Liang Lu asked another incredibly idiotic question.

Liang Qunfeng, who was lying down, had bulging eyes.

Qi Tongwei felt that he was also about to die.

I really want to take a couple of breaths of oxygen right now!

My brain is about to experience insufficient blood oxygen supply.

Taking a deep breath, Qi Tongwei gestured towards his father-in-law, who was lying on the sofa.

"Isn't it because our dad hasn't stepped down yet?"

"He worked in the political and legal system of Handong for many years, from the province to various cities and counties, with too many old colleagues and subordinates."

“These people all hold real power now. If Xiao Wei finds them, even if we don’t respect them, do you think they would dare to refuse us?”

At this point, Liang Lu seemed to want to ask more questions.

Qi Tongwei quickly took the initiative to say:

"As for what to do, there are too many to list."

"Help in securing engineering projects, help resolve conflicts and disputes, and help arrange job transfers, etc."

"In short, those people can take shortcuts, gain benefits, and resolve disputes through Xiao Wei, so they are naturally willing to give Xiao Wei benefits."

"Of course, Xiao Wei doesn't accept money directly, but indirectly receives benefits through selling antiques. But in reality, this method is nothing more than self-deception!"

That's how it is.

It is so simple and straightforward.

Liang Lu finally realized what was going on.

She finally understood why her brother had suddenly become rich.

After standing there for a couple of seconds, she suddenly took two steps back and slumped onto the sofa.

"It's over, it's all over!"

“Zhong Shuji is being transferred, and Dad is also retiring to a less important position.”

"He made so much money, Zhao Lichun definitely won't let him get away with it!"

“Back then, when Zhao Ruilong and Lu Yike went to a hotel, he almost got them arrested and taken to the police station.”

"Once Zhao Lichun takes office, the anti-corruption campaign can eliminate a large number of people and replace them with his own people. It can also help his precious son vent his anger. Only a fool would let Xiao Wei get away with it!"

Liang Lu's words were reasonable and well-founded.

This suddenly puzzled Qi Tongwei.

Why is my IQ suddenly back to normal?

Liang Qunfeng, who was lying down receiving oxygen, suddenly sat up.

"I called him, but he didn't answer. He also didn't reply to my messages. Do you know where he is?"

“He went to Zhongjiang Luteng City. I just spoke to him on the phone this afternoon. He’s probably having lunch right now and hasn’t noticed his phone yet.”

After Liang Lu finished speaking, she hurriedly asked:

"Dad, is there any chance I can keep my new house? We were supposed to move in tomorrow, and I've already invited all my guests!"

Liang Qunfeng suddenly threw the oxygen mask at Liang Lu.

"What the hell is going on? You still want to save your house?"

"Are you trying to drive me crazy tonight, Liang Lu?!"

Liang Lu, who had been hit on the head, pouted and cried.

Tears instantly streamed down her face.

Qi Tongwei hurriedly picked up the oxygen mask and handed it to his father-in-law.

"Dad, your health is the most important thing, please put it on quickly!"

Liang Qunfeng slapped the oxygen mask off.

"Why are you still wearing it? It's so embarrassing!"

"I, Liang Qunfeng, have been in politics for 34 years, and I have never stolen, taken, or accepted any benefits!"

"I never imagined that I would be ruined by my own son just as I was about to retire!"

Qi Tongwei hurriedly advised, "You are honest and upright, there won't be any problems, no one will dare to gossip about you."

"What kind of bullshit is this 'clean and honest'?"

Liang Qunfeng suddenly erupted, speaking with uncontrollable rage:

"Every penny that bastard Liang Wei makes outside will be attributed to me!"

"It's the father's fault if the son is not taught properly. How the hell did I give birth to such a bastard?!"

After finishing his rant, Liang Qunfeng turned to leave in anger.

Completely unaware of the oxygen tube beneath their feet.

Suddenly, I stumbled.

Qi Tongwei didn't even have time to reach out and grab it.

There was a bang.

Liang Qunfeng's head slammed heavily against the corner of the coffee table.

He immediately froze, his face instantly covered in blood...