Chapter 844 The Price of Everything
There was silence on the other end of the phone for a moment, and Gao Yuliang slowly said: "Tongwei, it's good that you have such an idea, but some things are not as simple as you think. The officialdom is very complicated, and you have to learn to adapt."
After hanging up the phone, Qi Tongwei felt a little heavy. He knew that the differences between him and Gao Yuliang were getting bigger and bigger. Gao Yuliang was obsessed with power and interests, but he now wanted to seek welfare for the people and realize his true value.
Liang Lu looked at Qi Tongwei's expression and asked with concern: "What's wrong? Is it Teacher Gao?"
Qi Tongwei nodded and told Liang Lu what happened. Liang Lu thought for a moment and said, "Tongwei, I think you are right. Everyone has their own principles and bottom line. If you want to do things for the people, don't be influenced by others. I believe in you."
Qi Tongwei looked at Liang Lu, and a warm current surged in his heart. In the past, there were conflicts and misunderstandings between him and Liang Lu, but now, Liang Lu's understanding and support made him feel extremely warm.
In the following days, Qi Tongwei worked harder on livelihood projects. He went deep into the grassroots, understood the needs of the people, and actively promoted the implementation of various policies. However, his approach caused dissatisfaction among some people. Those who were accustomed to seeking personal gain in officialdom believed that Qi Tongwei's behavior broke their "rules" and began to trip him up behind his back.
Once, a poverty alleviation project that Qi Tongwei was in charge of encountered difficulties in funding approval. The funds that had been approved were suddenly stuck, and the progress of the project was affected. Qi Tongwei asked around and found out that someone was behind it.
He found the official in charge of approval and asked, "This project is to help people in poor areas get out of poverty. Why is our funding being held up?"
The official said indifferently, "Director Qi, I am not trying to embarrass you on purpose. This is what the higher-ups want. Your recent behavior has made some people unhappy."
Qi Tongwei was furious, but he knew that being angry alone would not solve the problem. He decided to report the situation directly to his superiors. He believed that as long as his starting point was good, there would always be people supporting him.
During this process, Liang Lu has been silently supporting Qi Tongwei. She helped Qi Tongwei collect information, contact relevant personnel, and give him advice. After learning about the incident, Liang Qunfeng also appreciated Qi Tongwei's approach. Although he did not come forward to help directly, he still provided Qi Tongwei with some useful suggestions at some critical moments.
After some efforts, Qi Tongwei finally successfully solved the funding problem, and the poverty alleviation project went smoothly. Seeing the people's lives in poor areas gradually improve, Qi Tongwei felt full of a sense of accomplishment.
However, the relationship between him and Gao Yuliang became increasingly tense. Gao Yuliang was very dissatisfied with Qi Tongwei's behavior, thinking that he did not listen to his advice and went further and further down the wrong path. The two finally had a fierce quarrel during a meeting.
"Qi Tongwei, don't be so self-righteous! What do you think you can get by doing this? You will just offend a group of people and get nothing in the end!" Gao Yuliang said angrily.
Qi Tongwei responded without flinching: "Teacher, I do this not for gain, but to have a clear conscience. As officials, we should serve the people, not for our own selfish interests."
The meeting ended unpleasantly, and Qi Tongwei knew that the relationship between him and Gao Yuliang as a teacher and student would probably be difficult to return to the past. But he did not regret it, because he had found his true direction.
After returning home, Qi Tongwei sat on the sofa tiredly. Liang Lu came over, poured him a glass of water, and asked softly, "Tongwei, how was the meeting today?"
Qi Tongwei shook his head and told Liang Lu what happened. Liang Lu said distressedly: "Tongwei, don't take it too seriously. You did the right thing, and there will always be someone who understands you."
At this moment, the children came over and surrounded Qi Tongwei, chattering about the interesting things that happened in school today. Looking at the innocent smiles of the children, the haze in Qi Tongwei's heart gradually dissipated. He knew that no matter how complicated the outside world was, this home would always be his warmest harbor.
As time went by, Qi Tongwei still adhered to his principles in the officialdom. Although he faced many difficulties and challenges, he never gave up. His efforts and contributions gradually gained recognition and support from more people.
On a quiet night, Qi Tongwei and Liang Lu sat on the balcony, looking up at the starry sky. Qi Tongwei gently held Liang Lu's hand and said, "Liang Lu, thank you for your support and understanding these days. If it weren't for you, I might have given up a long time ago."
Liang Lu leaned on Qi Tongwei's shoulder and said with a smile: "Tongwei, we are a family and we have to face it together. I believe that as long as we persevere, the future will definitely get better and better."
At this time, Qi Tongwei's heart is full of expectations for the future. He knows that the road of life is still long, and there will be more difficulties and setbacks waiting for him, but he is no longer afraid. Because he has the support of his family and his own firm belief, he believes that he will be able to walk out his own wonderful life on this challenging road. And the relationship between him and Liang Lu has become deeper and firmer in these tests.
As time went by, Qi Tongwei's reputation in the officialdom became better and better. The livelihood projects he was responsible for achieved remarkable results, and the lives of the people in many poor areas were greatly improved. His name gradually became the hope and reliance in the hearts of the people.
However, his success also attracted more jealousy and hostility. Some people were unwilling to see his rise and began to plot a bigger conspiracy to try to bring him down.
One day, Qi Tongwei suddenly received an anonymous letter. The letter threatened him that if he did not stop his current actions, some of his past events would be exposed, ruining his reputation. Qi Tongwei was very angry when he read the letter, but he also knew that this was a tough battle and he had to deal with it calmly.
He told Liang Lu about this matter. Liang Lu was a little worried but encouraged him: "Tongwei, don't be afraid. We have done nothing wrong, so we are not afraid of their threats. You have to believe that justice will always prevail over evil."
Qi Tongwei nodded. He decided to investigate the source of the letter first to see who was behind it. After some effort, he finally found out that it was all done by an official he had offended before. This official was also an unscrupulous person in the officialdom. He would do anything to achieve his goals.