Also referred to as Duan Zhiqing. An educated youth sent down to Dayang Village who shared a dormitory with Gu Changzong. Had the best academic talent among the educated youths. Missed his dream university by a few points in 1977, passed the exam in March 1978. Returned to the provincial capital within two years and became a young leader in a key unit. Had a faint regretful feeling when reuniting with Hongguo.
