The Harvard University debate team's ace was no other than Wang Jianshan's secretary, arranged deliberately by Wang Zihao and Wang Zishan.
Chen Feng was too difficult to handle; Americans alone were not enough.
This secretary, who served his father, came from a significant background, a formidable intellect who specialized in writing national policies for his father.
With such a powerful figure stepping in, Chen Feng could only concede defeat.
When Secretary Qian emerged, Qin Yan, watching the live broadcast, felt a chill down her spine.
She had initially thought Chen Feng might win by surprise, but with the formidable Secretary Qian appearing, all hope of victory vanished.
Secretary Qian was no ordinary person; he was the ghostwriter for influential figures in the capital's political arena.
All the documents and writings of the capital's political elites were penned by Secretary Qian, each piece flawless.
With Secretary Qian debating Chen Feng, Chen Feng was bound to lose.
It seemed her bet of several hundred thousand would be lost.
Money was a minor issue; it was a shame that Chen Feng's slim chance of winning was completely ruined by Secretary Qian's appearance.
"Hurry up and book a private room at a hotel. When Chen Feng returns tonight, I'll treat him to dinner and try to persuade him."
Qin Yan, looking dejected, instructed her secretary.
"Town Chief Qin, isn't that a bit much? Those foreigners couldn't debate Chen Deputy Town Chief, and that Chinese person who went up couldn't debate Chen Deputy Town Chief either. Chen Deputy Town Chief probably won't be back tonight."
The secretary ventured tentatively.
"You're still too young. You don't understand many things. That Chinese person who went up was none other than the renowned Secretary Qian of the capital's political circles, known as 'Zhuge Liang of Debate.' He has written documents and essays for many influential figures, and never made a mistake, which speaks to his meticulous thinking. He is a true old fox. While Chen Feng is talented, he clearly lacks the experience of Secretary Qian. Therefore, Chen Feng is sure to lose this debate. Don't say anything more; go book the room quickly. I estimate the debate will end in half an hour."
Qin Yan urged.
The secretary did not dare to delay and immediately made the call to book the room.
After waiting for half an hour, the secretary returned to Qin Yan's office.
"Town Chief Qin, half an hour has passed. Shall we call Chen Deputy Town Chief to come back tonight?"
The secretary asked tentatively.
"Cancel the room reservation. Chen Feng doesn't need to come back tonight."
Qin Yan said excitedly.
"Town Chief Qin, what's going on?"
The secretary asked, utterly bewildered.
"It's very simple; Chen Feng won."
Qin Yan replied with a smile.
"What? Chen Feng won? How is that possible? Didn't you say before that Secretary Qian was a big shot in the capital's political scene and a debate master whom no one could defeat? How did he lose to Chen Feng in just half an hour?"
The secretary asked, full of confusion.
"I didn't expect it either. Chen Feng is even more formidable than I imagined. He simply let the facts speak for themselves. Initially, Chen Feng seemed to be struggling against Secretary Qian, so he played to his strengths, using the computer at hand and, without a word, began programming in Chinese. His speed was so incredible that no one dared to step forward to compete with him. Since no one dared to challenge him, Chen Feng naturally won the debate."
Qin Yan said, her eyes shining with brilliance.
It had to be said, Chen Feng's growth in the political arena was truly rapid.
She vaguely remembered that he was just a driver for his superior yesterday, and today he had become a dark horse in the political arena, possessing terrifying talent.
"That's great! Town Chief Chen won, and China can finally hold its head high. By the way, Town Chief Qin, since Town Chief Chen won, he doesn't need to return early and can stay at Capital University for the full six months."
The secretary asked cautiously.
"You're mistaken again. Chen Feng doesn't need to stay for six months; he'll return to Mingshan Town in a few days."
Qin Yan said excitedly.
"What? Deputy Town Chief Chen will be back in a few days? That's unlikely! I heard that Capital University is very strict about academic qualifications. Students in full-time study cannot obtain a graduation certificate without six months of concentrated study."
The secretary explained.
"Rules are rigid, but people are flexible. This time, Chen Feng brought great honor to Capital University, and Capital University will provide Chen Feng with a special fast track. I estimate three days will be enough. Special fast tracks are not only in politics but also in schools and society; they exist everywhere! It's perfectly normal."
Qin Yan continued, still very excited.
"This is great. When Deputy Town Chief Chen returns, you'll have your right-hand man back."
The secretary quickly flattered Qin Yan.
"Yes, with Chen Feng's return this time, Mingshan Town will undergo earth-shattering changes. A major turning point in my political career is imminent."
Qin Yan said confidently.
Chen Feng's trip to Capital University; the second degree was secondary, the key was that he had broadened his horizons.
A grand vision, a truly magnificent undertaking!
...
Meanwhile, after Chen Feng won the debate competition, there was a cry of lamentation from the scene. Everyone thought they would make a fortune betting on Chen Feng to win, but unexpectedly, Chen Feng staged a comeback, causing them to lose all their capital.
Wang Zihao and Wang Zishan also lost some money.
They had plenty of money, so they didn't care about losing more.
What mattered was their displeasure. They had tried several times to thoroughly trap Chen Feng, this low-level political employee, but each time, Chen Feng easily turned the tables.
"Brother, what should we do? I'm so angry I could explode."
Wang Zishan said dejectedly to Wang Zihao.
"If Father and our sister didn't take Chen Feng seriously, the matter would be easy to handle; we'd just hire assassins at a high price. However, as you know, Father likes Chen Feng very much, and so does our sister. If we forcefully kill Chen Feng, Father might give all his assets to our sister, and then we'd be at a loss."
Wang Zihao sighed.
"Then, are you saying we should let Chen Feng continue to be arrogant?"
Wang Zishan retorted indignantly.
"How could that be? I've thought of something; we'll go with the flow."
Wang Zihao said with a sly smile.
"Go with the flow? What do you mean?"
Wang Zishan was bewildered.
"It's simple. Because of Chen Feng's brilliant performance in this debate competition, Capital University will surely issue his graduation certificate early. Then, we'll give him a nudge, and Chen Feng will quickly return to Mingshan Town. Mingshan Town is such a small place; no matter how hard Chen Feng tries, he won't achieve much. We, in the capital, are high above; out of sight, out of mind, and that's quite good."
Wang Zihao said with a smile.
"Brother, this is a good idea. Let's just encourage Chen Feng to return to Mingshan Town. As long as Chen Feng returns to Mingshan Town, he'll be thousands of miles away from us. This way, we won't be so angered."
Wang Zishan said excitedly as well.
Thus, with the covert push from Wang Zihao and Wang Zishan, Capital University soon issued the degree certificate to Chen Feng.
Cheng Lu did not receive her degree certificate; she had to complete six months of study to obtain it.
However, Cheng Lu was not angry at all.
This kind of situation was very normal in politics. With special abilities or overwhelming connections, many rules did not need to be followed.
Rules were only for restraining ordinary people!
"Chen Feng, you can go back to Mingshan Town with peace of mind. I'll stay at Capital University for the full six months before returning."
Cheng Lu calmly comforted Chen Feng.
"Xiao Lu, there's something I need to tell you. Teacher Wang will be returning to Jiangcheng with me. She will teach mathematics at Jiangcheng University of Technology, and I will return to Mingshan Town as deputy town chief."
Several universities in Jiangcheng did not have a Chinese History course, so Wang Ziwei decided to teach mathematics. In any case, she had a doctorate, so teaching university mathematics was not a major problem.
Of course, it was indeed very troublesome; she would have to spend a lot of energy relearning university mathematics, but it was worth it because she would be close to Chen Feng.
"What? Teacher Wang is returning to Jiangcheng with you? Chen Feng, tell me honestly, does Teacher Wang have feelings for you?"
Cheng Lu asked with jealousy.