Chapter 1966 - 1966: 1966

To be honest, Zhao Han and Lu Yumei are quite thoughtful women.

Liu Zhizhong's death was a huge blow to them, and they were heartbroken for a long time, barely even returning to their home country.

They also kept a lot of Liu Zhizhong's visual materials, from his life to his days in officialdom, always having plenty of images to find. They collected and categorized them.

At this point, Zhao Han was suspicious, so together with Lu Yumei, they mobilized the sorted materials to compare Liu Zhizhong's profile with that of the President of the Wale Republic, Chi Zhongshui.

Regarding Chi Zhongshui's profile, the information on the international internet was even more complete and very easy to gather.

However, the result of these comparisons was that they were somewhat alike, yet not quite; they bore a resemblance, but there were still some differences in physique.

There was nothing they could do; after becoming president, Liu Zhizhong continued to exercise, but his physique did not maintain its former shape, instead increasing in muscle circumference.

Even though he won the marathon championship and set a new world record, his physique became more robust than when he was in his home country.

Overall, Liu Zhizhong looked taller, more athletic, handsome, and masculine. It did differ somewhat from the slender and jade-like masculinity he had before.

Now, he was even more robust, exuding hormones from head to toe. He couldn't be restrained at all, as if it was all about to burst forth.

Maybe, such an inherently talented man, if he didn't pursue an official career but focused on fitness and participated in bodybuilding competitions, he might have become the second Schwarzenegger, winning multiple Mr. Olympia titles, perhaps!

Of course, one must admit that, to date, the most outstanding body in terms of developed muscles and physique has to be Schwarzenegger, right?

Well, Zhao Han and Lu Yumei almost successfully broke the case.

Lu Yuqing's level of confidentiality was also very high, and she happily never mentioned that Liu Zhizhong was still alive.

But no matter what, Zhao Han and Lu Yumei have turned more of their attention to the Wale Republic.

Just because the president bears a resemblance to Liu Zhizhong, the mother and daughter are planning to visit the Wale Republic soon! After all, its tourism resources are really abundant, even surpassing Singapore by quite a few levels.

Having grown tired of staying in Singapore, Zhao Han and Lu Yumei were considering a change in residence. Anyway, they had gained citizenship here, with a frighteningly powerful ability for visa-free global travel.

So, the mother and daughter discussed plans to book tickets and visit Wale, see what the living conditions are like, and consider the need for purchasing a villa there to stay from time to time for leisure.

If they are satisfied with the actual travel and exploration, they might even consider living in Wale long-term. Obtaining citizenship would be feasible!

Currently, obtaining citizenship in the Wale Republic is still very easy; as long as there's no criminal record and the funds enter legally, with one million US dollars, one can acquire an identity. As for language, being proficient in daily Chinese, English, and Wale language—all around A2 level—it's relatively easy.

Of course, by the time Zhao Han had finalized their itinerary and booked the tickets, and the mother and daughter flew to Wale with the child, Gu Changsha had already concluded their visit and returned home to the Great East Pot with her daughter, Gu Yan.

And this visit of Gu Changsha to the Wale Republic achieved enormous diplomatic success.

The parties reached a project agreement between the Wale Republic and West Guang Province's sugar industry worth 80 billion US dollars.

The total amount for the Changnan Autonomous State, Southwest Asia Economic Free Trade Zone, Yunxi projects reached a staggering 800 billion US dollars.

The Yunxi-Kachin-Wanan international tourism line project was established, involving tourism investments totaling 60 billion US dollars.

The first of the projects was a gift to the Southern Faction, securing their control over the economic and commercial power of West Guang Province, which was already the greatest capability Liu Zhizhong could offer to the old in-laws. Of course, that's just for now; the next step, with the Wale Republic fully absorbing the Xiang family's overseas assets to prepare for a second September revolution, was the biggest gift for the old in-laws.

Unfortunately, initially, Xiang Wenhua intended to bring his sister Xiang Wenxin along, but due to her COVID-19 infection, she indeed couldn't make the trip.

The remaining two major projects were quite evidently gifts for Tang Zhi.

With Tang Zhi serving as the Executive Vice Governor of Yunxi Province and focusing on economic affairs, he had just taken office when he initiated such a large international project that he would need to fully oversee, marking impressive achievements.

Looking across the world, there's no one with a similar position, who, after being dispatched to a locality, accomplished such significant achievements in such a short time.

Will such a vice governor be heavily utilized in the future?

Even Gu Changsha privately told Tang Zhi, "Da Zhi, seize this great opportunity before you, strive hard, and your future will be bright!"

Gu Changsha frankly couldn't imagine that such a good opportunity would land on Tang Zhi.

What can you say?

At the time, when Tang Zhi mentioned the desire to be assigned to Yunxi, Gu Changsha was somewhat against it.

Gu Changsha thought, "Isn't your decision a bit rash? Can't you improve your credentials in those better places, rather than Yunxi, an obscure location?"

However, his top aide, He Fangde, explained, saying few aristocratic family disciples have such thoughts as Da Zhi, giving him a chance might mean treating it as both an investigation and an exercise! If he was being impulsive, well, facing consequences is also a form of growth!

However, little did Gu Changsha know that during this visit, Tang Zhi and Valle President Chi Zhongshui had a surprisingly lively discussion during talks, with every project flowing naturally.

The crucial aspect was that the project names and content were actually proposed by Tang Zhi, earning active responses from Chi Zhongshui that ultimately sealed the deal.

What does this count as?

Surely, this is political capability, right?

At least, this greatly impressed Gu Changsha. Truly couldn't see it, Da Zhi, this kid, did well!

And with this, Gu Changsha mentally credited Tang Zhi with a merit.

He certainly didn't realize this agreement between Liu Zhizhong and Tang Zhi was prearranged, essentially, Liu Zhizhong had already enlightened Tang Zhi on the matter.

Tang Zhi, at the signing ceremony completion, felt inflated, his mind overwhelmed. It sensations were unparalleled, thinking, "Damn, this Chi Zhongshui, the little president of a small country, is truly a talent, I admire him!"

Tang Zhi even considered it a must to privately create some time and opportunity to meet with Chi Zhongshui, thoroughly treat him well, and enjoy together; it wouldn't do him justice otherwise!

Therefore, Tang Zhi, of course, invited Liu Zhizhong, hoping Chi Zhongshui could participate in the groundbreaking and completion ceremony of the Free Trade Zone, and join Comrade Gu Changsha in laying the foundation and cutting the ribbon!