The game of power begins with the police officers at the local police station.

Chen Shi took a taxi to the police station. Along the way, all the police officers he encountered greeted him warmly, but he didn't recognize any of them.

When I arrived at Zhang Xiangdong's office, the door was open, and Zhang Xiangdong was busy typing on his computer.

Chen Shi knocked gently on the door. Zhang Xiangdong looked up, stood up, and said reproachfully, "Why were you discharged? Didn't I tell you to stay a couple more days to observe your condition?"

Chen Shi smiled broadly and said, "I had a full check-up last night, and there's nothing wrong. I'm in good health."

Zhang Xiangdong poured Chen Shi a glass of water: "Sit down."

Chen Shi sat down, and the more Zhang Xiangdong looked at Chen Shi, the more he felt that he was a lucky general.

"I have reported the capture of fugitive Zhang Dong to the Minnesota Public Security Bureau, which will then report it to the Provincial Public Security Department. The rewards for the relevant personnel will follow."

I'll apply for a first-class merit award for you; there shouldn't be any problem.

Zhang Xiangdong looked at Chen Shi: "Would you like to come to the Public Security Bureau to help me?"

I think about it, I dream about it. After all, Fushan Town is too far from the county seat. Being close to the leader will give me an advantage. I'll be around the leader all the time. They'll only think of me if there are benefits to be had.

"Director Zhang, I really want to work by your side and learn from your guidance."

Zhang Xiangdong nodded in satisfaction: "The position of head of the public security management brigade is vacant. I will recommend you to County Chief Liu when the standing committee meeting is held after the New Year."

Being the head of the public security management brigade is a lucrative position in the Public Security Bureau; it's a deputy section chief level position and a member of the Public Security Bureau's Party Committee.

Chen Shi quickly stood up and saluted Zhang Xiangdong: "Thank you for your guidance, Director Zhang. I am your soldier. Wherever you point, I will fight."

Zhang Xiangdong smiled broadly: "Sit down. Young people like excitement. I've promoted you to be the head of the public security management team. The task is arduous, and there are many things waiting for you to do. Be mentally prepared."

Chen Shi was secretly pleased, as he had officially entered the ranks of leaders. As a section-level cadre, he was not actually a real leader in the civil service system and his name was not recorded in the Organization Department.

The deputy section chief level is different; the organization department will assess and promote them, and the appointment will be discussed and studied by the county standing committee. It's just the beginning.

He quickly replied, "Yes."

Seeing that Zhang Xiangdong's cup was empty, they quickly poured him some water.

Zhang Xiangdong looked at Chen Shi with admiration: "You're lucky, kid. You just made a great contribution, and the position of head of the public security management team is vacant, so you can fill it in time."

Whether it was earlier or later, there would have been no such opportunity.

Catching fugitive Zhang Dong could solve your deputy section chief status, but getting the leadership position of head of the public security management brigade will not be easy.

Many people are eyeing this position; they all want it.

"Thanks entirely to Director Zhang's care, I will work hard and will not let you down."

"Be high-profile in your work, but low-profile in your personal life. I'm telling you this so that you can keep a low profile and not be too sharp. You need to be more cautious, especially at times like these."

Many people are watching this position. Your every move will be magnified. Don't give others any leverage to attack you.

"Director Zhang, I will keep your teachings in mind and always pay attention to my words and actions."

Zhang Xiangdong was very satisfied with Chen Shi's performance; he was neither arrogant nor impatient, and showed no sign of excitement.

I couldn't have done that at his age.

Chen Shi asked, "Director Zhang, what should be done with the fugitive Zhang Dong?"

"This is none of your business. The special task force from the Provincial Public Security Department and the Yizhou Public Security Bureau has taken over. The rest is none of our concern."

Chen Shi nodded, and the two chatted for a while before Zhang Xiangdong told Chen Shi to go back and wait for news.

Chen Shi walked out of the office, took out his phone and saw three missed calls. He had put his phone on silent.

One call was from Wang Tao, one from Liu Feng, and the other from Xu Ping'an.

At this time, it's important to keep a low profile and not be ostentatious. These three people are definitely inviting you to dinner.

Chen Shi first called Xu Ping'an back.

The call was answered quickly.

"Congratulations, old classmate!"

"Thanks, it was just good luck, I just happened to run into you."

"Don't be modest, I'm treating tonight, we have to have a couple of drinks to celebrate. I went to the hospital earlier, and the doctor said I've already been discharged."

"When you called, I was in Director Zhang's office, reporting on my work. My phone was on silent, so I didn't hear it."

"Reporting to the boss is important. I'll book a place for just the two of us to have a few drinks."

Chen Shi thought for a moment. Given his relationship with Xu Ping'an, it wouldn't be good to refuse. He decided to introduce Wang Yanhong to Xu Ping'an as well.

"Okay, my girlfriend is in the county too. I'll bring her to you and see if she's pretty."

"That's great, it's sure to be beautiful, I trust your judgment."

After hanging up, I called Wang Tao and Liu Feng back. They had also gone to the hospital, but hadn't seen him.

They wanted to invite Chen Shi to dinner, but he politely declined. He was told to return to Fushan Town early the next morning and not to come to the county seat for the time being, so they had to keep a low profile.

After leaving the police station, I took a taxi to find Wang Yanhong. She had already booked a room and was resting at the hotel.

Upon entering the room, Chen Shi was overjoyed and immediately embraced Wang Yanhong's slender waist.

"Yan Hong, I'll take you to meet someone later."

Who is it?

"My college classmate is now the deputy section chief of the Political Work Section of the Public Security Bureau."

"You know I don't like socializing, so could we please not meet?"

"He called to invite us to dinner all by himself. We should give him face as an old classmate."

"I'll wait for you at the hotel, can you come over?"

"I promised him I would take you there."

Wang Yanhong was socially awkward and didn't want to meet unfamiliar people, but seeing Chen Shi's suggestion, she nodded and said, "Okay."

She looked up at Chen Shi: "You seem to be in a good mood, is there something good happening?"

"It cannot be said; we shall see in time."

Success is achieved through secrecy, while failure is caused by leaks. Those who achieve great things keep their mouths shut.

Chen Shi was able to do that.

Wang Yanhong pouted: "Fine, don't tell me then. I don't want to know your business."

Chen Shi kissed Wang Yanhong's lips for ten minutes, his hands becoming restless, roaming over Wang Yanhong's body.

Wang Yanhong said breathlessly, "You have a head injury, so be careful."

"It's a minor injury, nothing serious, it won't affect my performance."

"You're up to something bad again in broad daylight."

"Who said you can't do bad things in broad daylight?"

I hate you so much!

Wang Yanhong was burning with desire, clinging to the bed as she cooperated with Chen Shi's advances.

After a deep conversation, the two lay exhausted on the bed, and Chen Shi pulled Wang Yanhong into his arms.

"I feel like you have so much energy. You didn't sleep well last night, but you still managed to last so long. It's driving me crazy."

"If you're not physically fit, how can you be a police officer and protect the safety of the people?"

Believe it or not, I could do it again right now.

Wang Yanhong quickly said, "I believe you. If you do it again, I'm afraid I won't be able to get out of bed."

If Wang Yanhong dares to say she doesn't believe him, Chen Shizhen might do it again. He has plenty of energy and nowhere to vent it, so he takes it all out on Wang Yanhong.

Wang Yanhong struggled out of Chen Shi's arms: "I'm going to take a shower, do you want to take one too?"

Chen Shi sat up, stretched his limbs, and said with a mischievous grin, "Let's take a bath together."

Wang Yanhong suddenly realized that Chen was preparing a big move.

"You're a bad person, I'm going to stay away from you."

He hurriedly ran into the bathroom, and Chen Shi jumped off the bed and followed him in.