The first to get off the vehicle was unexpectedly Deputy Director Zhang from the Provincial Committee Education Department.
"Deputy Director Zhang!" Li Hengzhong hurriedly shook hands.
"No rush!" said Deputy Director Zhang in a calm voice, then added, "Our Deputy Minister Liu is still here."
As he spoke, Deputy Director Zhang quickly got off the car and then helped open the car door for Deputy Minister Liu. Deputy Minister Liu, however, had the look of someone both lean and capable, exceptionally spirited. Though thin, he did not appear frail at all; his complexion was ruddy. After getting off the car, he looked at Li Hengzhong with a smile and said, "Principal Li, I've long heard of your great reputation. Today I finally get to meet you."