Seeing this, Hou Liang Ping did not dare to strike again and could only leave in a huff.
"Thank you," Qi Tong Wei said gratefully, giving Liang Lu a look.
"Don't thank me, I just couldn't stand to see them bully you," Liang Lu smiled.
However, Qi Tong Wei didn't realize that Liang Lu's appearance wasn't accidental.
She had been secretly watching Qi Tong Wei, deeply admiring his talent and ambition.
Qi Tong Wei's background and family were not as advantageous as those of the rich kids, which caused him to suffer many unfair treatments at Handong University.
An idea began to take root in Liang Lu's mind, she wanted to help Qi Tong Wei change this situation.
But this was not an easy task.
The chasm between social classes was not so easily bridged, it was necessary to find the right opportunity and way to help Qi Tong Wei.
Liang Lu began to intentionally approach Qi Tong Wei, trying to build a deeper connection with him.
And Qi Tong Wei also felt Liang Lu's kindness and concern, beginning to develop a fondness for this gentle and kind girl.
Just then, news reached Qi Tong Wei's ears - his junior, Zhu Ling, had been ostracized and suppressed by certain people in the school because she was too excellent.
This shocked and angered Qi Tong Wei, he realized that his and Zhu Ling's experiences were so similar.
All because of their excellence, they suffered unfair treatment in the gap between social classes.
Qi Tong Wei decided to speak up for Zhu Ling, writing an article published in the school newspaper, exposing the unfair phenomenon in the school.
This article caused a sensation, making many people start to pay attention to this issue.
However, it also made Qi Tong Wei an even more hated target of those rich kids.
...
Slowly opening his eyes on the hospital bed, Qi Tong Wei was greeted by a white wall and light blue curtains.
He blinked his eyes, his vision gradually becoming clear, recognizing the person sitting by the bed - Chen Hai.
Chen Hai's familiar face was etched with exhaustion and concern, upon seeing Qi Tong Wei wake up, a glimmer of surprise flashed in his eyes.
"Tong Wei, you're finally awake," Chen Hai's voice was a bit hoarse, he reached out and touched Qi Tong Wei's forehead, "How are you feeling? Any discomfort?"
Qi Tong Wei opened his mouth, wanting to say something but his throat was dry and he couldn't make a sound.
He swallowed hard with difficulty, before slowly speaking, "Hai Ge, I... what happened to me?"
Chen Hai sighed, simply telling Qi Tong Wei what happened.
It turned out that Qi Tong Wei had suffered an accident while on a mission, was seriously injured and fell unconscious.
After the doctors' all-out efforts, he finally escaped life-threatening danger, but still needed a period of recovery.
Listening to Chen Hai's account, the memory of that harrowing experience gradually surfaced in Qi Tong Wei's mind.
He remembered that in order to catch a fugitive, he had ventured alone into the lion's den.
In the fierce struggle, he was unfortunately struck by the opponent's vital point, and then he lost consciousness...
Thinking about this, a sense of indescribable guilt welled up in Qi Tong Wei's heart.
He felt he had let Chen Hai down, if he hadn't insisted on catching that fugitive, Chen Hai wouldn't have been involved in this dangerous situation.
"Hai Ge, I... I'm sorry," Qi Tong Wei's voice choked.
Chen Hai shook his head, comforting him, "Tong Wei, don't say that. We are brothers, we share good fortune and bad times together. As long as you are alright."
Qi Tong Wei nodded, but the feeling of guilt was like a tidal wave surging within him.
He knew that the brotherhood between him and Chen Hai was deep, but he had let Chen Hai into danger because of a moment's impulsiveness.
This guilt was something he couldn't let go of.
"Tong Wei, get some rest," Chen Hai stood up and said, "I'll go get you something to eat."
Watching Chen Hai leave the ward, he lay in bed staring at the ceiling, replaying the past scenes in his mind.
Back then, Qi Tong Wei was also a prominent figure at Handong University.
He came from a poor family but was brilliant, he relied on his own hard work and intelligence to climb all the way to the position of Public Security Director.
However, he also paid a heavy price in this process.
He lost family, friends, and lovers, even his conscience and principles.
Qi Tong Wei closed his eyes and took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down.
He couldn't stay immersed in the memories of the past, otherwise he would only get deeper and deeper.
He had to pull himself together, face reality and find his way out.
Just then, the door of the ward opened.
A man in police uniform walked in - Hou Liang Ping.
Although they had a bad experience in the past, Hou Liang Ping's arrival brought a sense of warmth to Qi Tong Wei.
"Well, well, well! Isn't this our great Director?" Hou Liang Ping joked, "What are you doing lying here? Did you get into trouble again?"
Qi Tong Wei glared at Hou Liang Ping, not speaking.
He knew that Hou Liang Ping had always looked down on him, after all, he came from a poor family, while Hou Liang Ping was a rich kid.
But at this moment, he didn't want to argue with Hou Liang Ping, because he no longer had the right to argue with anyone.
"Alright, alright, don't glare at me," Hou Liang Ping waved his hand and said, "It's uncomfortable, but there's nothing you can do about it. But having said that, you've also escaped death this time, you gotta be careful not to be so reckless in the future."
Qi Tong Wei remained silent, just listening to Hou Liang Ping's nagging.
While Hou Liang Ping's words were a bit harsh, he knew that it was a reminder from Hou Liang Ping.
Meanwhile, Chen Hai was also running around for Qi Tong Wei's sake.
He decided to do his best to help Qi Tong Wei out of this predicament, regain his dignity and worth...
And Hou Liang Ping, was secretly observing Qi Tong Wei's every move.
The feud between them was deep-rooted, unable to be resolved, but he also understood that Qi Tong Wei was a person with potential, if given a chance, he would definitely be able to stand up again.
Before long, his condition gradually improved.
He also began to rethink his future and plan his actions.
And all of this, would lay the groundwork for the life ahead...
Qi Tong Wei, an outstanding student from a humble family, through relentless effort and talent, successfully passed the entrance examination for Handong University's Law School.
Here, he met like-minded friends, and also met the woman who would change his life - Chen Yang.
They spent a wonderful time in university together, promising to spend their lives together.
But fate is always full of drama.
On the eve of graduation, a sudden change shattered their peaceful life.