I'm in the county town, and you say I'm a big shot?

Chapter 28 "Liu Dong, Liu Bei's Liu, Dong in East, South, West and North."

"Minister Wang?"

"Yes, a few nights ago I was working overtime on a press release, and Minister Wang came over. Seeing me working overtime, he said that while hard work is a good thing, I should also take care of rest. He also asked me if I could play badminton, and I said I could a little."

"Minister Wang left without saying anything. Later, I privately asked my colleagues at work and found out that Minister Wang really likes playing badminton and is quite good. I wanted to practice too, so I came to you."

Fang Qingye looked at him blankly after hearing this.

Is this still the same aloof literary youth?
Isn’t the change too big?
"What's wrong? Ye Zi? Is there something wrong with you? If so, forget it." Liu Dong said again.

"No, it's okay. I have nothing to do at night." Fang Qingye woke up and said, "Okay, I'll teach you. I'll teach you thoroughly!"

"Thank you so much. Come on, cheers!" The two raised their beer glasses.

The next day after dinner, Fang Qingye was preparing to go to the stadium to play ball, but unexpectedly Song Dahai called.

"Are you free tonight? Let's go to Royal No. 7 Karaoke."

"I don't have time. Liu Dong asked me to teach him how to play badminton." Fang Qingye told the truth.

Song Dahai sounded very surprised on the other end of the phone.

"Liu Dong asked you to teach him badminton? I was just about to call him. What's wrong with this guy? Why is he learning this now?"

"He plans to be a sparring partner." Fang Qingye smiled and briefly recounted the reason Liu Dong told him last night.

"Ah? It's actually like this? Isn't that a bit too embarrassing? If it were me, asking me to play ball with the boss? I wouldn't bother with you!"

"Your father is the richest man in Nanxin, and your second uncle is the leader of the Municipal Bureau. Of course you don't need to look up to anyone. Can Liu Dong do it?" Fang Qingye said bluntly.

"His family lives in the countryside, and his parents are honest farmers with no background. He was assigned to the Elderly Affairs Committee. Does that mean he'll be dealing with old men and women for the rest of his life? Being seconded to the Propaganda Department is the best opportunity to leave completely! Of course, he's going to spare no effort."

"Oh, Ye Zi, you have become materialistic too." On the other side, Song Dahai sighed.

"This isn't philistinism, this is reality! Okay, I'm not going to chat with you anymore. I have to go."

"Okay, then I'll go play with Shi Yong and the others."

"Go ahead, and don't drink and drive."

Fang Qingye said this and hung up the phone.

Shi Yong, whom Song Dahai mentioned, is also the son of a big boss in Nanxin.

There are seven or eight people in their small group, all of whom are famous rich second-generations in Nanxin County. They drive luxury cars and go to high-end entertainment venues.

Fang Qingye also knew him, but they were just acquaintances, and Song Dahai did not pull him into this circle.

Riding his small scooter, Fang Qingye rushed to the badminton hall of the stadium. Liu Dong was already waiting there, and the two continued practicing.

After yesterday's training, Liu Dong's level has improved a lot. Compared with badminton and table tennis, it is relatively quick to learn. He quickly mastered the serving skills, and now he began to practice positioning according to the steps Fang Qingye said, and he learned it in an orderly manner.

An hour later, Fang Qingye consciously increased his strength and made a beautiful smash, which Liu Dong actually received.

"Well, good. I'll hang it up and you smash it!" After saying that, Fang Qingye picked up the ball. Liu Dong also imitated it and smashed it, but Fang Qingye caught it calmly. Then the two of them started smashing each other on the court.

The performance of the two players on the court attracted the attention of two girls playing basketball in the adjacent court.

One of them is tall with dark skin. When he runs, the muscle lines on his thighs are clear and smooth. It can be seen that he exercises regularly. The other one is shorter with a round face. He looks very white in sportswear.

The tall one is called Du Juan and the other is called Bi Huanhuan. They are cousins ​​who came here to play ball together.

Du Juan is a physical education teacher at Chaoyang Middle School. She came here to play with her cousin today. However, Bi Huanhuan's basketball skills are too poor and her playing is so weak that it is not fun at all.

When she accidentally saw Qingye smashing the ball high up the court next to her, and noticed his footwork, she concluded: He's professionally trained. It's really fun to play with someone like him.

She rolled her eyes and said to her cousin across from her, "Huanhuan, come here."

"What's wrong, cousin?" Bi Huanhuan picked up a towel, wiped the sweat from her forehead, and walked up to her.

"How about we take turns fighting with the two handsome guys next to us? You go fight the one with glasses, and I'll fight the taller one." Du Juan whispered.

Bi Huanhuan watched the two boys play carefully and realized that the two boys were of different levels. Her cousin was dissatisfied with her own poor level and wanted to find a master to play with.

"Okay, but cousin, you have to tell others. I'd feel embarrassed," Bi Huanhuan replied.

"You work for the government, but how come you're still so thin-skinned? Forget it. I'll go and talk to him." Du Juan replied, holding her racket and walking straight to the other court.

"Two handsome guys, stop for a moment."

When Fang Qingye heard this, she caught the badminton thrown by Liu Dong and turned to look at the girl who looked a little careless.

"Hey handsome guy, I think you're pretty good. I want to play with you, and my cousin will play with your friend. Is that okay?"

Fang Qingye did not answer, but looked at Liu Dong who was standing opposite him.

Liu Dong was very straightforward: "Okay, but my level is not high."

"My cousin's level is also average, you guys are just right." Du Juan replied, and walked towards the court where Liu Dong was standing with her racket.

Liu Dong naturally made way and went to the next venue.

Fang Qingye didn't say anything and served a ball first. The opponent passed the ball to Fang Qingye and hit the ball in the backcourt. Suddenly, the opponent jumped up and smashed the badminton hard, and it went straight to the left back corner of the court on Qingye's side.

Fang Qingye was prepared. He took a side step to pick up the badminton and threw it into the corner. The two of them started fighting back and forth.

They were all focused on playing without saying a word, smashing the ball with great force, and their skills were equally matched. This immediately attracted some spectators, who stood at the sidelines to watch, and some even cheered loudly.

Liu Dong's side was much quieter.

The two played for a while, and it was Liu Dong's turn to serve. He took the badminton, but instead of serving it, he took the initiative to ask:
"You work in the government office, right?"

"Do you know me?" Bi Huanhuan was a little surprised.

"I went to the government office to deliver documents and saw you there."

"Huh? Which unit are you from?"

"I used to work in the Aging Committee, and now I'm seconded to the Propaganda Department." Liu Dong told the truth.

"The Propaganda Department is quite busy, right?" Bi Huanhuan asked.

"Yes, I often go to the countryside, and when I come back I have to write articles. When there are important meetings in the county, such as the National People's Congress and the Party Congress, I am extremely busy."

After hearing what Liu Dong said, Bi Huanhuan felt a little sympathetic:

"Our government office is also quite busy. I'm in the General Affairs Department, and I have to write all kinds of materials, supervise and inspect everything."

The two of them had a very pleasant conversation.

"I forgot to ask your name?" Liu Dong asked.

"My name is Bi Huanhuan, Bi for Grandpa Bi and Huan for joy. What's yours?"

"Liu Dong, the Liu of Liu Bei, the Dong of east, south, west and north."

(End of this chapter)