Chapter 849 Sitting Up
Qi Tongwei sat up, looked in the direction his son pointed, and said with a smile: "They really look alike!" Looking at the children's innocent smiling faces, Qi Tongwei's heart was filled with happiness and satisfaction.
In this quiet afternoon, Qi Tongwei deeply realized that the value of life does not lie in the accumulation of power and wealth, but in the company of family, the adherence to justice and the contribution to society. He knows that the road ahead is still full of challenges, but as long as he has faith in his heart and the support of his family, he will not be afraid.
After returning home, Qi Tongwei began to reflect on his work and life. He decided to pay more attention to listening to the people's voices and put people's livelihood issues first in his future work. He actively promoted the implementation of a series of people-friendly policies, improved urban infrastructure construction, and improved education and medical levels, so that more people could benefit.
However, the complexity of the officialdom once again exceeded his imagination. When promoting an education reform policy, he encountered strong opposition from some vested interests. These people were worried that the reform would harm their interests, so they united to suppress Qi Tongwei. They slandered Qi Tongwei in front of their superiors and tried to prevent the reform from being carried out.
Faced with all this, Qi Tongwei did not back down. He collected a large amount of data and cases to show the leaders the necessity and feasibility of the reform. At the same time, he went deep into the grassroots to listen to the opinions of teachers, students and parents, and incorporated these opinions into the reform plan. Thanks to his efforts, the reform policy was finally implemented smoothly.
As time went by, Qi Tongwei gradually established his prestige in the officialdom. His name became synonymous with justice and serving the people. But he always kept a low profile and was humble. He knew that everything he did was to realize his ideals and to make the world a better place.
On a sunny day, Qi Tongwei once again stood in front of the office window, overlooking the city he loved deeply. The city was full of tall buildings, busy traffic, and a prosperous scene. He knew that every change in the city was inseparable from the efforts of countless people, and he was one of them.
Looking back on his life, Qi Tongwei was filled with emotion. He had experienced the temptation of power, setbacks and failures; he had felt the warmth of family, and also endured the pressure from the outside world. But it was these experiences that made him stronger and more mature.
At this time, the phone rang. It was Liang Lu calling. "Tongwei, go home early tonight. The children miss you." Liang Lu's gentle voice came. Qi Tongwei smiled and said, "Okay, I'll be back soon." After hanging up the phone, Qi Tongwei sorted out the documents and walked out of the office with a firm step.
As soon as I stepped out of the door, my secretary Zhang Xiaolan came to meet me. Her cheeks were flushed, her eyes were shining with a different light, her hair was a little messy, and her chest was slightly heaving, as if she had just jogged over.
"Leader Qi, wait a moment." Zhang Xiaolan's voice was a little anxious, mixed with a bit of indescribable coquettishness.
Qi Tongwei stopped and frowned slightly, looking at the secretary who seemed to be out of control, feeling a little uneasy. "What's wrong, Xiaolan? Is there something urgent?" He tried to keep his tone calm, but his eyes subconsciously avoided Zhang Xiaolan's fiery eyes.
Zhang Xiaolan bit her lip, hesitated for a moment, and finally mustered up the courage to say, "Leader Qi, I...I have something to tell you." Her voice was very soft, but it seemed to carry some kind of magic, echoing in the empty corridor.
Qi Tongwei's heart tightened. He had already vaguely guessed what Zhang Xiaolan was going to say. He subconsciously looked around to make sure there was no one around, then whispered, "If you have anything to say, let's go into the office and talk." He didn't want to cause unnecessary trouble in this public place.
The two walked into the office, Qi Tongwei closed the door, turned around, and looked at Zhang Xiaolan seriously. "Tell me, what's the matter?"
Zhang Xiaolan took a deep breath, took two steps forward and stood very close to Qi Tongwei. She raised her head, looked directly into Qi Tongwei's eyes and said, "Leader Qi, I... I have liked you for a long time. I know you have a family, but I can't control my feelings." Tears flashed in her eyes and her voice trembled slightly.
Qi Tongwei's heartbeat suddenly quickened. He took a step back, distanced himself from Zhang Xiaolan, and his expression became more serious. "Xiaolan, what are you talking about! I have a family. Liang Lu and the children are very important to me. You...you should put this thought away immediately."
Zhang Xiaolan was not willing to give in. She took a step forward, almost leaning against Qi Tongwei, and whispered, "Leader Qi, don't you have any feelings for me at all? We work together every day, and I can feel your concern for me. This matter is known only to heaven, earth, you, and me, and no one will find out."
Qi Tongwei's heart began to waver. Zhang Xiaolan was young, beautiful and full of energy. He was not without feelings for her after spending so much time with her. But when he thought of Liang Lu and the children, he felt guilty. He shook his head vigorously, trying to wake himself up, and said firmly: "Xiaolan, no! I can't let my family down. You are a good girl, and you will meet a better person in the future." After that, he walked around Zhang Xiaolan and walked quickly to the door.
When Zhang Xiaolan saw Qi Tongwei was about to leave, she rushed over and grabbed Qi Tongwei's arm: "Leader Qi, please reconsider it."
Qi Tongwei struggled to break free from Zhang Xiaolan's hand and said angrily: "Xiaolan, don't force me! Let's end this matter here and don't mention it again." After that, he walked out of the office without looking back.
Qi Tongwei walked quickly towards the elevator, his heartbeat still accelerating, and Zhang Xiaolan's words kept echoing in his mind. He knew that he had just experienced a severe test and almost lost himself.
The elevator door opened and Qi Tongwei walked in. He leaned against the elevator wall, closed his eyes, and tried to calm himself down. As the elevator slowly descended, his thoughts drifted back to his family. Although Liang Lu was sometimes a little willful, she had been with him all these years and had given a lot to the family. The children were innocent and cute, and they were the softest part of his heart. How could he destroy this happy family because of a momentary impulse?
The elevator reached the first floor, Qi Tongwei took a deep breath and walked out of the building. As soon as he walked to the parking lot, he heard the roar of a car behind him. He looked back and saw Zhang Xiaolan driving towards him quickly, braking suddenly in front of him, and the tires rubbed against the ground, making a harsh sound.