Chapter 2300 - 2300

When Zhang Qidong was mentioned, Wang Chenglong couldn't help but smile with some meaning.

Back in college, Wang Chenglong was aware of Zhang Qidong. However, Zhang Qidong was merely a teacher at the neighboring university.

Zhang Qidong, as a teacher, was indeed skilled. Saying he had students all over the world wouldn't be exaggerating.

But no one expected Zhang Qidong would eventually switch careers and become an official.

Wang Chenglong said, "This Mr. Zhang had some reputation when he was a teacher, and he was pretty good too. His classes were well-received by students and he enlightened many university students. After he became an official, he was actually quite honest, with a decent reputation among the people. Yet it's not usually promising for such upright officials to have a bright future. But to my surprise, Mr. Zhang managed to come under my father's tutelage, haha..."

Saying this, Wang Chenglong sipped his tea and continued, "Obviously, Mayor Zhang Qidong received guidance from a master. Otherwise, he wouldn't have joined the Wang Family."

Wang Qichang nodded, "Yes, indeed, guided by a master, hehe..."

"Precisely, if not for the master's guidance, Zhang Qidong wouldn't have thought of your father."

Of course, the father and son couldn't help but think that the master guiding Zhang Qidong was, surprisingly, his own student Liu Zhizhong, hahaha...

Wang Qichang asked, "Currently, it seems Zhang Qidong is doing well in Dongnan City, working with Xiong Wenwu in the municipal government, right?"

"Yes, I've heard everything is stable and steady, no major achievements or mistakes, some innovation but not outstanding, still it's not bad."

Wang Chenglong understood the officialdom well. As the future Family Head of the Wang Family, though he had never left politics, he was perceptive of provincial officialdom.

"Later, maneuver things for him to shine a bit, which is no problem. Zhang Qidong, he's indeed alright. He reminds me of you, father, in your younger days, hehe..."

Talking about this, Wang Qichang laughed, indeed reminiscing about his youth.

And Wang Chenglong nodded, having heard stories from his father since childhood, it was truly not easy!

His father ascended from the mud, retiring from provincial positions, enjoying Vice Guojia Level privileges, indeed went through so much.

Politically, this is considered a miracle.

Wang Chenglong acknowledged that his father didn't get a substantive Vice Guojia Level position in Tiandu, could only enjoy privileges upon retirement, wasn't it due to the Wang Family lacking a family legacy?

The Mud Gate's rise, leading to today's Wang Family, father is truly remarkable!

Wang Chenglong said, "Hope Mr. Zhang works hard, keep it up, maybe he can achieve what you did, father. By then, the Zhang Family would also become a major local family."

"Haha... As the Zhang Family grows, my Wang Family will grow even stronger. Not to mention, the Zhang Family must pledge allegiance to my Wang Clan, haha..."

While saying this, Wang Qichang laughed, also assigning a command to his son.

Wang Chenglong nodded, "Father, rest assured, although I am not in the officialdom, I understand it better. The Wang Family will strive to become the top family in the province. Once Xiong Wenwu and Zhang Qidong officially become significant figures, our influence circle will strengthen further. Then Liu Zhizhong..."

Saying this, he paused, glancing at his father's expression.

At this moment, Wang Chenglong's political sensitivity was evident. Concerning Liu Zhizhong, what is his father's ultimate attitude, Wang Chenglong could feel it, guessing from his father's expression.

Now, upon mentioning Liu Zhizhong, Wang Qichang's face showed a warm and benevolent smile, nodding, "Yes, this young man should be utilized well, given significant responsibilities, his future is limitless!"

Wang Chenglong nodded, "Indeed, father, I feel Liu Zhizhong is different from other young people!"

"What makes him different?"

Wang Chenglong thought for a moment, said, "Firstly, his image and presence, there's nothing to fault. He has a good physique, handsome and elegant, one of the young selectees now in a leadership position, right?"

"Yes..."

"Secondly, after experiencing the vegetative state incident, his brain's wisdom wasn't impacted, he does things strikingly well and knows how to handle tasks. Honestly, among those seen by the Wang Family, he's the most effortless one. Of course, his teacher-student relationship with Zhang Qidong also gave him a step in."

"Yes... Continue."

"Thirdly, his mental resilience far surpasses his peers. To me, he's like a young man who's been in officialdom for a long time, very shrewd and steady, saying he's precociously mature wouldn't quite fit. Simply put, he has a very high political awareness, right?"

Wang Qichang nodded in strong agreement with his son's analysis, "Yes, Long, you've summed it up well. Liu Zhizhong indeed has extremely high political awareness. This will be of substantial benefit to his future development. Able to enter the Wang Family's vision and integrate into the Wang Family circle, if the Wang Family leans its political resources toward him, his accomplishments would be enormous. However, truly merging into the Wang Family circle isn't so easy, hehe..."

Upon hearing this, Wang Chenglong furrowed his brow, wondering if something else was on his father's mind tonight? It seemed he was still somewhat doubtful about Liu Zhizhong?

Immediately, Wang Chenglong said, "Father, now it seems Liu Zhizhong has blended into the Wang Family, right? Look, you attended his broadcast, and he often reciprocates with us. Tonight's dinner, with both Xiong Wenwu and Zhang Qidong present, doesn't it prove the point? Liu Zhizhong is a promising talent, isn't it reasonable to give him some resource inclination?"

Wang Qichang said, "Precisely because he's a talent, we need to tilt resources towards him. But this requires a rationale, doesn't it? Or, he must give a guarantee to the Wang Family, something reassuring, right?"

"This..." Wang Chenglong was puzzled, instinctively replied, "Make him pledge loyalty? I think he's quite pledged."

"I don't want you to think, I want me to think. Actually, he can pledge loyalty more sincerely."

"Ah? This..."

Completely perplexed, Wang Chenglong chuckled helplessly, spread his hands, poured tea for his father, and poured some for himself, "Father, I truly don't understand, please enlighten me!"

Wang Qichang smiled subtly, still meaningful as he said, "Liu Zhizhong is good; integrating into the Wang Family isn't a problem. But to truly blend in doesn't mean sending gifts or having a meal and drink is enough. If he can become truly one of the Wang Family's members, that's complete integration, understand?"

"Ah? I... this..." Wang Chenglong was shocked, "Father, are you saying... have Liu Zhizhong marry into the Wang Family?"