On the way back, inside the car.
Zhou Weining instructed, "Weining, you don't need to return to the government office this afternoon. Arrange some gifts; tomorrow, you will accompany me to present them in the city."
With New Year's Day approaching, it was naturally essential to make visits in the city.
Zhou Qing's eyes lit up, and he quickly nodded his head. He recalled the matter he had promised Xu Xiaowan—it seemed an opportunity had presented itself.
After returning to Anzhou County, Zhou Qing and Zhou Weining parted ways.
Throughout the afternoon, Zhou Qing was busy purchasing gifts, preparing numerous sets of varying grades.
The next morning, Zhou Qing accompanied Zhou Weining straight to Jiuyang City.
First, they visited the heads of various county-level agencies, then the members of the city committee, and some officials within the city government.
Finally, at Liu Hong's office, Zhou Qing did not enter but stood guard outside instead.
