The first thing Qin Shi did after the investigation team was established was to take the only two members directly to the hottest barbecue spot this summer.
Eastern Province, a coastal province with a developed economy, was experiencing a global economic downturn after three years of mask-wearing. A wave of counter-measures by China had made Zibo, a city in Eastern Province, a hot commodity overnight.
Tourists and students from all over the world crowded into this small town. Suddenly, finding a barbecue spot became difficult. This kind of grand scene had not been seen in China for a long time.
The car was driving on the highway, and the scenery along the way was endless. Leaving the prosperous and crowded Kyoto, people's mood suddenly improved.
Wanli and Ren Mingyue were driving and chatting in the front, looking very happy. But Qin Shi was in dire straits. He was flooded with calls from people he knew and didn't know, all wanting to recommend someone or join the investigation team.
Even though Qin Shi had over a decade of work experience in his previous life, he had never been so sought after as he was now. Despite various refusals and excuses, those people were like leeches, clinging to him relentlessly. His phone calls, text messages, WeChat, and even his personal email address, leaked by someone, had resulted in a flood of rewards.
"Qin Shi, now you know how popular our group is!"
Ren Mingyue rolled her eyes at Qin Shi's busyness. It seemed that among all the people, only Qin Shi, the team leader, didn't know how precious his team was!
"I'm convinced. It's just an investigation team. They claim the work is easy and they can earn political achievements. It's all just a facade. They just want to get by. I'm convinced..."
"Team Leader Qin, let alone your department, there are also a lot of people in our Ministry of National Defense who want to use their connections to get in. Once they achieve something, promotion and salary increase are just around the corner!" Wan Li also understood much more than Qin Shi.
"Then why hasn't your phone rang, and no one's looking for you?"
"I gave your phone number to someone else. I told others that if you have any questions, please contact our team leader. I don't have the final say!"
"Your sister..."
Qin Shi almost fainted. He always felt that Wanli was a real person, but in the end, Wanli was the only sober person in the world!
The calls came one after another, and in the end, Qin Shi simply turned off his phone and had a good sleep.
It's worth mentioning that although this commercial vehicle is domestically produced, it is first-class in terms of comfort and driving experience. Apart from the driver's hard work, the passengers are simply enjoying themselves.
When I woke up, it was already dark and the car drove into Zibo City.
In today's Zibo City, you don't have to ask where to find delicious barbecue. Even if you have connections, it's a great achievement if they can find a place for you.
The three of them did not disturb the place and found a random shop in a remote place. After waiting in a long line for an hour, they finally felt the joy of grilling in Zibo.
The shop owners are full of enthusiasm and the customers are all smiling. There are patrolmen on duty 24 hours a day on the streets, and officials come to investigate people's livelihood from time to time.
That kind of happiness nourishes everyone who comes to this small town. The food is delicious, but not that delicious, but it brings an indescribable happiness!
The singing is accompanied by joy, the greetings are humble, and the whole city embodies a polite and welcoming attitude.
The price of hotels has also increased, but the benefits of traveling at public expense have also been reflected. Three-star hotels are still within the group's travel standards.
After the fun, the three of them took a rest, and the next morning they drove further east.
"Qin Shi, where are we going?" Ren Mingyue knew that Qin Shi was definitely not here to eat barbecue.
"Barbecue is so popular now, didn't I think of letting you guys experience it?"
"Team Leader Qin, there's no outsider here, so stop keeping me in suspense. It's making me really itchy!"
Wanli also knew that although Qin Shi looked a little shy, a young man who dared to break into the signing site of the Ministry of National Defense and fooled the representatives of the United States was a person who only wanted to eat. No one would believe it!
"Okay, okay, let me tell you the truth! The destination of our trip is Weicheng. I don't actually want to eat barbecue, I want to go fishing!"
"Bah..." Ren Mingyue continued to roll her eyes.
“…” Wanli was speechless!
After all the talk and noise, the group finally arrived at Weicheng in the evening. After booking a room in the development zone, the three of them went out to eat some seafood and then strolled along the beach.
There are strolling pedestrians, tourists from other places, and all kinds of stalls selling delicious food and fun things. The lights are shaded by the moonlight, and the sea breeze caresses your face.
"Hey man, how much is this rod?"
"This is a sea rod, made of carbon fiber, from Weiguang Fishing Tackle, 1,000 yuan a set. Good quality, lightweight, you can ask around in the sea fishing circle, the quality is impeccable!" The seller Cao Zhe spoke with a thick Dong Province dialect, which sounded very friendly.
"What about this set?"
"This set of hand rods is cheaper, only 880, take it! It's also from Weiguang, made of carbon fiber, so the quality is absolutely flawless!"
But Qin Shi's face trembled. This was simply a tourist rip-off. This set of clubs was the same as the one he'd bought online, and it was 880... That was over 500 yuan more expensive than what he'd paid!
Seeing that Qin Shi had no intention of buying, the old man directly used his skills.
"Well, since you seem to know how to fish, I'll give you a discount. Five hundred, take it!"
Qin Shi clutched the fishing rod in his hand and swung it skillfully, but still shook his head. He had given his own rod to Liu Jianguo, and he was thinking of buying another one, but the price was still beyond his budget. Clearly, this old man was treating him like a tourist...
"I have this one, it's pretty good. Do you have anything better?"
"Yes, let me tell you, these are entry-level carbon fiber models. There are better ones, but they are more expensive. Usually, no tourists buy them, and I don't bring any with me."
"Three hundred, I want this shot!"
"Young man, you've got to be kidding me. Three hundred? I can't even afford it at the purchase price!"
"Uncle, I'm very honest. I've used Weiguang before, and it's about the same price!"
"Hey, young man, you can't bargain like that. Didn't I pay for the taxi too? You can't let me go for nothing!"
An old man and a young man were bargaining with each other as if they had come across something rare.
Ren Mingyue and Wanli had just got the grilled squid in their hands and were looking for Qin Shi everywhere, but Qin Shi was squatting in front of the fishing rod stall bargaining with someone!
"Mingyue, do you think Qin Shi is really here to fish?"
"Haha, I can't really say. Qin Shi used to be very simple, but recently I've noticed that he's a little different!"
"no the same?"
"Well, I'm more concerned about the country and the people than before, but I'm also more courageous and resolute than before!"
"That's great!"
"Okay? But it's hard to understand. Looking at his expression, I think he might really be here to fish..."
This was the time when Ren Mingyue rolled her eyes at Qin Shi the most.
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