263: Chapter 263 Fang Xueqing

Qin Chuan stopped in his tracks and looked back.

A mature beauty was walking over hurriedly, pulling a suitcase behind her.

"Hello, classmate. Let me introduce myself. My name is Fang Xueqing, and I'm in the 1401st Department-Director Level Training Class. We should be classmates."

Just now, Fang Xueqing had seen Qin Chuan's admission notice from a distance. It was the same type as hers, and she was surprised. Was there such a young student in their class?

She was 36 years old this year and thought she would be the youngest in the class. Who would have known that there was someone even younger than her, and he looked quite a bit younger, likely not even thirty yet.

So, she hurriedly chased after him, wanting to get acquainted.

Seeing the hand she extended, Qin Chuan shook it and took a look at her. She was a rare beauty within the system—very pretty and very mature, like a fully ripened honey peach. Time had left no marks on her; she looked to be in her early thirties, though her actual age was unknown.

"Hello, my name is Qin Chuan, also from the 1401st Department-Director Level Class."

"We really are classmates." Fang Xueqing looked surprised. "Comrade Qin Chuan, you're not even thirty yet, are you? To reach the deputy-director level at such a young age?"

Qin Chuan smiled. "No, I'm currently just at the division-head level. I'm probably the only division-head level student in our class."

"No wonder." Fang Xueqing patted her full chest. "I thought you were already at the deputy-director level. A deputy-director under thirty would be terrifying."

"Still, a division-head this young is very rare. Can you tell your big sister what position you held before?"

Qin Chuan said, "You look very young too. You might even be younger than me. You might not be my big sister; you could be my little sister."

Fang Xueqing laughed heartily. "Little brother, you're so good with words. I like hearing that."

Women generally hope others will think they are younger. When Qin Chuan suggested she might be his little sister, she was very happy.

The two talked and laughed, their distance closing significantly, and they soon arrived at Building No. 2 for registration.

Registration was simple: verifying names, checking ID cards and admission notices, then assigning dormitories, joining the class WeChat group, and so on.

The accommodation standards were high.

Each person had a private suite: a living room outside with a sofa, coffee table, and television, and a bedroom inside with an ensuite bathroom, balcony, and more.

After settling in, Qin Chuan sat on the sofa and opened the WeChat group. He found it already quite lively. Of the 32 students in the class, 29 had already completed registration and joined the group. The class instructor was also in the group.

With nothing else to do, Qin Chuan started chatting with everyone in the group.

Everyone came from all over the country and didn't know each other yet. Chatting in the group was an effective way to deepen their understanding, as everyone used their real names rather than internet pseudonyms.

After chatting for a while, the group became even more lively.

Liu Zaiyong: Alright, everyone is here. All 32 of us are accounted for. I'd like to propose that we all go to Jiangnan Private Kitchen tonight for a few drinks. What do you think?

Yuan Jun: Sure, that's a good suggestion.

Fang Xueqing: That works for me.

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Almost everyone agreed unanimously. On the first day, sitting together for a couple of drinks to get to know each other was indeed a good choice.

Liu Zaiyong: Professor Sun, going out for drinks tonight shouldn't violate any discipline, right?

Professor Sun Gang was a professor at the Central Party School and the instructor for this training class. Matters like requesting leave required his approval.

Professor Sun Gang: School hasn't officially started yet, so you can have a little, but don't get drunk. You must return to the dormitory by ten o'clock tonight.

Liu Zaiyong: Great! Thank you, Professor Sun. You should join us tonight as well.

Professor Sun Gang: I won't join the fun. You all have a good time.

It was clear that Liu Zaiyong was very active and had strong social skills, though his character remained to be seen.

Liu Zaiyong: "Alright, then it's settled. 6:30 PM tonight at Jiangnan Private Kitchen."

That evening.

Jiangnan Private Kitchen.

This was a luxurious large private room with three large round tables and a feast of dishes. All 32 students from the Central Party School 1401st Department-Director Level Training Class were seated here.

Liu Zaiyong, acting as the organizer, saw that all the dishes had been served and stood up proactively. He said loudly, "Comrades, let me introduce myself. I am Liu Zaiyong. Tonight is my treat; no one is allowed to fight me for the bill."

Qin Chuan sat there, feeling many gazes drifting toward him intentionally or unintentionally because he was so young.

Those who reached the department-director level were generally over forty; those in their thirties were rare. In the entire class, only Fang Xueqing was under forty.

Liu Zaiyong looked to be in his forties. It was unclear if he was at the deputy-director or full-director level. Regardless, most in this training class were deputy-directors with a few full-directors. Someone like Qin Chuan at the division-head level was the only one.

"Come, let's drink!"

"Eat up, eat up! Don't be polite, everyone!"

Soon, the atmosphere became lively.

Qin Chuan remained relatively quiet. Since he wasn't the one hosting, there was no need to steal the spotlight; he would leave that opportunity to Liu Zaiyong.

After two drinks, Liu Zaiyong stood up again. "This is our first time gathered together, and many of us are unfamiliar. I propose that we start with self-introductions. What do you think?"

"Good! That's a great suggestion!" many people shouted out.

Liu Zaiyong didn't hold back and was the first to introduce himself. "I am Liu Zaiyong, forty-two years old, full-director level. My father is the current Governor of Southwest Province."

The previously noisy private room suddenly fell silent.

Many people were shocked!

Liu Zaiyong was actually at the full-director level and only 42 years old. More importantly, his family background was extraordinary; his father was the Governor of Southwest Province.

Liu Zaiyong seemed very satisfied with everyone's reaction. A hint of pride appeared in his eyes as he continued, "Comrades, as far as I know, the class monitor election is tomorrow. I suggest everyone vote for me. What do you think?"

His meaning was very clear: he wanted to be the class monitor for this training session.

Presumably, this was also the reason he had paid for the dinner.

Soon, someone was unconvinced.

"My name is Wang Chong. I'm a few years older than Comrade Liu Zaiyong, forty-six years old, full-director level. I believe I am the most suitable to be the class monitor. You can vote for me."

Next, everyone introduced themselves one by one.

Except for Liu Zaiyong, who revealed his family background, no one else did. However, several people clearly expressed their intention to run for class monitor.

This was very interesting.

Before school had even officially started, the competition had begun, with several people eyeing the position of class monitor.

Being within the system, everyone knew that being the class monitor for this training session was definitely a plus and would be very beneficial for their future career path. Therefore, they were all trying their hardest to get the position.

However, most people felt they might not have enough strength, so they didn't say they would run for class monitor.

Soon, it was Fang Xueqing's turn to introduce herself.