Chapter 453 The person is too arrogant, the one who suffers is himself
Chen Qi responded with a smile, "Grandpa Zhang is so complimentary, but Grandpa Zhang, your body bones are still so strong."
Zhang Yunzong stroked his white beard gently, his face glowing red, "Old man, half of his feet are already in the ground."
Having said this, Zhang Yunzong suddenly stopped smiling, "I've also heard about your father. I didn't expect that he would... express condolences at such a young age."
Zhang Yunzong and Chen Qi's father, Chen Ze, are also close friends who talk about everything.
In the past, during New Years and holidays, we would still talk on the phone.
But in recent years, there has been no news from Chen Ze.
Zhang Yunzong felt a little strange, and after asking around, he learned that Chen Ze had committed suicide by taking poison in Fancheng.
Zhang Yunzong looked at Chen Qi and hesitated to speak.
Chen Qi was imprisoned for rape, and he also heard about it.
He didn't understand how such an upright young man could do such a disgraceful thing.
Chen Qi must have appeared here because he had just been released from prison and was homeless, so he chose to settle here.
"Chen Qi, this courtyard can be regarded as the last capital your father left to you. If it is not a last resort, I advise you not to sell it."
"Of course, if you have any difficulties, you can talk to me. Although I am not a high-ranking person, I still have some influence within the country."
While saying this, Zhang Yunzong puffed out his chest slightly, condescendingly, in the manner of an elder admonishing his juniors.
This is not because Zhang Yunzong is arrogant and arrogant. It is probably because he is used to being an official and it comes out naturally?
At least, the starting point is good.
Chen Qi nodded and responded calmly, "I will do it if necessary."
Zhang Yunzong frowned slightly.
From his perspective, Chen Qi had just been released from prison and was penniless.
If you want to maintain your livelihood, you need to have a stable source of income.
If this courtyard is sold, a lot of funds can be obtained, but this is the last legacy left by Chen Ze to Chen Qi.
You can't sell it unless you absolutely have to.
Therefore, Zhang Yunzong just made an innuendo and reminded Chen Qi that he could ask for help.
With Zhang Yunzong's local influence, it would not be a problem for Chen Qi to find a small position in a large company or even in the army, not to mention making Chen Qi rich.
However, with Chen Qi's understatement, did he not understand the meaning behind his words?
Zhang Yunzong asked again, "I wonder what your plans are in the future?"
Chen Qi thought for a while, "I don't have any special plans. It's rare for me to have some free time, so I plan to live here for a while. I don't know if the army will need it someday and I may have to go back."
Zhang Yunzong was slightly startled, "Have you joined the army?"
"yes."
"Which army are you currently serving in?"
"The First Northwest Field Army."
"The First Field Army in the Northwest?" Zhang Yunzong was stunned.
The First Northwest Field Army is one of the best-paid troops in the country, but it is also said to have the highest death rate.
Because wars break out all year round in the northwest region.
Out of ten people who go to join the army, it is considered good if five come back alive.
Therefore, the Northwest First Field Army has a large number of new recruits joining the army every year, and the conditions for joining the army are not high, so there is a feeling that all comers are welcome.
In comparison, although the treatment of some domestic troops is not as good as that of the Northwest Army, they are at least safe.
Since Chen Qi has a prison background, going to the northwest is the best choice.
"How are you doing in the army?" Zhang Yunzong asked.
"Ordinary."
This is Chen Qi's self-effacing answer.
After all, sitting on the throne of the leader of China's first special forces, if this is ordinary, then what does it mean to be extraordinary?
But to Zhang Yunzong's ears, this had a different meaning.
Ordinary, that is, an ordinary soldier who is sent to the battlefield to serve as cannon fodder?
Zhang Yunzong shook his head, what an outstanding person his best friend was.
Both his thoughts and abilities are far beyond those of his peers.
But his descendants have been reduced to this miserable situation, and they don't know which day they will die inexplicably.
It's really sad.
Based on the friendship he had with Chen Ze in the past, Zhang Yunzong said meaningfully, "Chen Qi, let me tell you this, being a soldier is a good thing, but you must have a way to be a soldier."
"As the saying goes, a soldier who doesn't want to be a general is not a good soldier."
"But if you want to become a general, you can't climb up easily by yourself."
"I've been through this before and I know this truth."
Zhang Yunzong said intentionally or unintentionally, "Actually, I have joined the army in the past and got an official position."
"Although he is retired at home now, he is still in the army
There are still some acquaintances here..."
Having said this, Zhang Yunzong didn't say any more.
As long as Chen Qi is not a fool, he should be able to hear the meaning.
What Zhang Yunzong meant was that as long as Chen Qi was willing to ask for mercy, Zhang Yunzong could help Chen Qi find a way out for the sake of his father, Chen Ze.
In today's society, personal ability is important, but without strong personal connections and relationships, you will not be able to go far, especially in the military, government, business and other industries.
If Chen Qi wanted to climb up through his own efforts, it would be a fantasy.
Moreover, Chen Qi is currently serving in the northwest field, and he may die on the battlefield one day.
Rather than doing this, it would be better to stay in the country and serve as a minor official in the army.
Once you have enough experience, it is not impossible to continue to advance.
Compared to Chen Qi, Zhang Yunzong's grandson Zhang Tai was much better.
Although he was also supported by Zhang Yunzong, after Zhang Tai joined the army, he knew how to behave and had enough abilities to rise to the top.
In his early thirties, he served as a regiment-level political commissar in the army.
Seeing Chen Qi's current situation, I think of my grandson Zhang Tai.
Zhang Yunzong couldn't help but feel a sense of superiority flashing through his heart.
At the same age, their achievements are in the sky and below.
This is the reality of society.
While Zhang Yunzong was thinking about it, he heard Chen Qi reply, "Thank you, Grandpa Zhang, for your kindness. I understand. Now my position in the army is enough. I have nothing more to ask for."
Zhang Yunzong's expression froze and he felt slightly annoyed.
It’s so kind that I treat it like a donkey’s liver and lungs!
He made it so obvious, but Chen Qi still doesn't appreciate it?
However, since Chen Qi is unwilling to accept it, he will not force it.
Otherwise, it would appear as if Zhang Yunzong himself took the initiative to ask Chen Qi to help Chen Qi.
He wouldn't do such a thankless thing!
Zhang Yunzong said silently in his heart, 'Chen Ze, it's not that I don't want to help you, but that your son is too stubborn and has too high self-esteem.'
'I've given him a chance, but he doesn't know how to take advantage of it. It's not my fault.'
Zhang Yunzong shook his sleeves and wanted to leave angrily.
Before leaving, he did not forget to look back and say, "It is a good thing for people to have arrogance, but if you have too much arrogance, you will only suffer the consequences."
