Yin Miao had originally thought this relationship was on the verge of collapse, but unexpectedly, he truly cherished her.
She was deeply touched and for a moment felt like the happiest woman in the world.
She clung tightly to him with both arms, showing a little - girl - like dependence. Pretending to be coquettish, she said, "Jingqi... You're so good..."
In the past,
Duan Jingqi would surely have had a good time with her. But today, for some reason, Li Chuchu's face kept popping up in his mind. Compared with Li Chuchu's radiant beauty, Yin Miao's face seemed really a bit old.
Disappointment welled up in Duan Jingqi's heart.
He calmly pushed away Yin Miao's hands. "Forget it, step - mom. That's it for today. I've been quite busy recently. I need to rest for a while."
Although Yin Miao was inevitably surprised and disappointed, she obediently left the room, leaving Duan Jingqi alone.
Duan Jingqi thought for a long time. He figured that instead of waiting passively for his father's favor, he might as well take the initiative to find a way.
He had heard before that his father had a good relationship with a provincial - level department director. That director should have some power. Maybe he could get himself into the Political College.
He remembered... that guy seemed to be surnamed Xu?
At the thought of this, Duan Jingqi excitedly jumped out of bed.
No, he couldn't wait any longer.
He would urge his father right now to ask that big shot's opinion. He didn't mind giving more money. As long as he could get gilded in the Political College, he'd see who would dare to look down on him!
As long as he could persuade his father, everything would be easy.
Duan Jingqi quickly rehearsed what to say in his mind. Then he ran downstairs and called his father on the landline to talk about this. As expected, Duan Ruhai scolded him. He said Duan Jingqi didn't study hard and only thought about such devious ways.
However, after Duan Ruhai hung up the phone with a dark face, he calmed down and thought for a long time. He sat on the chair and sighed deeply several times. Finally, he straightened up and dialed the number in the phone book.
"Hello, Director Xu..."
After the person on the other end of the phone understood Colonel Duan's intention, he let out a meaningful and low - pitched tone. "Since Colonel Duan has come to talk to me in person, of course this matter is no problem. It's simple. It's just a matter of my word."
"However... You know my rules for handling things."
There's no free lunch in the world.
Duan Ruhai had been around for so long. If he couldn't understand what he meant, he might as well have lived in vain. His head tightened, and his heart ached. But he still nodded and bowed and said, "I understand. Just let me know when you need it. I'll go there in person."
His tone was extremely obsequious.
There were few people in Ningcheng whom Colonel Duan would treat like this.
A satisfied chuckle came from the other end, as if Duan Ruhai's submission was expected. But on the surface, the person still slowly showed understanding for Duan Ruhai. "It's the love of parents for their children. Everything is for the sake of the kids."
"Yes, yes, yes..."
It was not until there was a busy - tone on the phone that Duan Ruhai let out a sigh of relief.
Dealing with people in high positions was nerve - wracking. But if you wanted to get something done, you had to hitch a ride on a fast boat.
Duan Ruhai sighed.
There was a recommendation quota for the Political College in the department where Duan Jingqi was every year. Originally, he had hoped that Duan Jingqi could make some achievements in his current position and be recommended there. But now it seemed hopeless.
Now he would just help him this one time. After that, he'd just take it one step at a time.
He hoped that this kid Jingqi would work hard and really make something of himself in the Political College.
It had to be said,
Director Xu's words really hit the nail on the head.
It was truly the love of parents for their children.
...
When October came, the temperature in Ningcheng dropped sharply. The yellow and withered maple leaves on the trees rustled and fell all over the ground. Many people shivered as soon as they went out because of the autumn wind. They quickly went home and rummaged through their closets to find their thick sweaters at the bottom.
Li Chuchu was wearing an orange corduroy coat with a white dress inside.
It matched the autumn atmosphere very well.
Since Shen Yanshan took her to and from work on his motorcycle every day, Li Chuchu sat on the back seat of the motorcycle and felt the looks from passers - by. She felt like she was the girlfriend of a delinquent.
Finally, at Li Chuchu's strong request, Shen Yanshan reluctantly put the motorcycle back in the Huaxing Factory for business trips. He still dutifully rode his bicycle to take Li Chuchu to and from work every day.
...
Li Chuchu still remembered Su Wan's invitation after the Mid - Autumn Festival party. This was an important connection for her, and she had to maintain it quickly. So as soon as she was free these days, she immediately called Secretary Su and agreed to the invitation to be Su Yumei's English tutor.
On the other end of the phone, Su Wan's elegant voice came slowly. "Great. I'm glad you're willing to tutor Xiaomei's foreign language. I'm very relieved to have you teach her. Let's set a time. How about after 5 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday?"
Li Chuchu smiled brightly. "It's okay with me. I'll follow your arrangement."
"Good. I'll tell Xiaomei. If she knows you're willing to be her English teacher, she'll be very happy."
The way these officials spoke was really different. As long as they thought highly of you, they could provide a lot of emotional value in just a few words.
After a simple chat, Li Chuchu heard a few calls on the other end of the phone. It seemed that Secretary Su's secretary was reminding him that it was time for a meeting. Su Wan responded apologetically. "Miss Li, I'm sorry. I have something to do here. I'll send a car to pick you up at your door on Friday afternoon on time. See you on Friday."
"Okay. You go ahead and get busy."
Then she hung up the phone.
Li Chuchu clicked her tongue twice. These people were really extremely busy.
Speaking of which, Shen Yanshan had also been busy recently. It was said that he was researching a new production line. Since he had tasted the sweetness of making radios last time, he was going to try to produce a batch of radios and test the waters before the end of the year.
There were only a few electronics factories in Ningcheng. Generally speaking, they were not large - scale and could only produce a few small electronic parts. Usually, the easiest product to start with was electric fans, which were quick to start, low - risk, and could quickly recoup the funds. But even for this, few people dared to do it, not to mention radios, which required technology and equipment.
That is to say, other factories in Ningcheng were still hesitating whether to "eat this crab", but Shen Yanshan had already started a "crab feast".
So not only private factories but also state - owned factories had noticed their actions. With so many pairs of eyes watching, he must be under a lot of pressure recently.
Li Chuchu decided not to tell Shen Yanshan about her going to be a tutor for the time being. Anyway, Secretary Su would send someone to pick her up. She didn't want to distract him.
As the end of the year approached,
She had no other thoughts for the time being. She just hoped that this year would go smoothly.
Li Chuchu silently prayed.