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

Chen Shi could tell that Zhang Kai was very casual in front of Zhou Quanfu, and the two had a very close relationship.

Zhou Quanfu was in a dilemma. He had to give Wang Mingzhang face. The Finance Bureau had allocated 100 million yuan, and even Mingzhou No. 1 Middle School had received 100 million yuan in funding. As his direct supervisor, he had to support Wang Mingzhang with 100 million yuan as well.

The Education Bureau is facing a severe shortage of funds. Gritting his teeth, he said, "Director Zhang, are you trying to squeeze every last penny out of the Education Bureau? Mingzhou No. 1 Middle School is supporting Chunyang County with 100 million yuan. As the direct leader, I'll also pledge to support 100 million yuan."

Zhang Kai said with a smile, "Old Zhou, don't be stingy. Mingzhou No. 1 Middle School is receiving 100 million yuan in support. As the direct supervisor, you should at least provide 200 million yuan."

Zhou Quanfu looked at Ye Li: "Director Ye, ask Old Xu in the finance department how much money is left in the account?"

Ye Li hurriedly left his office to follow up.

Zhou Quanfu thought to himself, Zhang Kai came in Wang Mingzhang's car, representing Wang Mingzhang, and asked for 200 million yuan. It seems that he has to give it to him.

A short while later, Ye Li returned and whispered something in Zhou Quanfu's ear.

Zhou Quanfu shouted, "We're all on the same side! Tell Director Zhang and Director Chen loudly how much money is left in the Education Bureau's account!"

Ye Li said with a serious expression, "The Education Bureau's account only has 1.8 million right now."

Zhou Quanfu continued, "Director Zhang, Director Chen, you both heard that. The Municipal Education Bureau's account has less than two hundred million..."

Zhang Kai interrupted Zhou Quanfu: "Old Zhou, stop complaining about being poor. The 2 billion yuan allocation from the Finance Bureau has already been sent to Mayor Wang's office for approval. It should be in the Education Bureau's account by next month at the latest. 200 million yuan to support education in Chunyang County, you can squeeze it out no matter how hard you try."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Quanfu felt reassured. He had made several trips to the Finance Bureau and invited Hong Xiaojia to the Water Cube to spend money a few times before finally getting the 2 billion yuan.

"Director Zhang, since you've spoken, I'll make a statement: as long as 2 billion goes into the Education Bureau's account, I'll take out 200 million to support education in Chunyang County."

Chen Shi then realized the purpose of Zhang Kai's visit to the Education Bureau in Wang Mingzhang's car: Zhang Kai was representing Wang Mingzhang to ask the Education Bureau for money on his behalf. He quickly said, "Thank you for your support, Director Zhou."

Zhang Kai smiled broadly: "Old Zhou, that's right. Don't be petty. Improving the quality of education in Chunyang County is also an achievement for you."

After chatting for a while, Zhou Quanfu said, "Director Zhang, Director Chen, let's have a couple of drinks together tonight."

Zhang Kai stood up: "Mayor Wang has something to do tonight, so I have to wait for him. Director Chen, you stay and have a couple of drinks with Director Zhou. Make sure you drink to your heart's content so you can ask for funding next time."

Chen Shi nodded repeatedly: "Yes."

The group escorted Zhang Kai to the parking lot. Zhang Kai waved to them, got into his car, and drove away.

After Zhang Kai left, Chen Shi said with a big smile, "Director Zhou, I'll arrange for us to have a couple of drinks at the Water Cube tonight."

Zhou Quanfu glanced at his watch: "I have a meeting, Director Chen. Wait a moment, we'll go together after the meeting."

Chen Shi quickly replied, "Okay."

Ye Li said with a smile, "Director Chen, please come and sit in my office. Director Zhou will finish his meeting soon."

"Thank you, Director Ye. I have some work-related matters to attend to, so please go upstairs first."

When Zhou Quanfu and Ye Li came upstairs, Chen Shi only had 110,000 yuan in his card. He had spent nearly 90,000 yuan last night, leaving him with only about 20,000 yuan. If he went to the Water Cube again that night, it would cost at least 40,000 to 50,000 yuan. Where would he get the money to pay the bill? He quickly found a secluded place and called Ren Changlin, the head of the finance department.

When Ren Changlin saw that it was Chen Shi calling, he quickly answered, his face beaming with a smile, "Director Chen."

"Section Chief Ren, I'm running around to various organizations in Mingzhou trying to get funding to build a school. I need some money now, so please transfer 100,000 to my account immediately. Once I get back, I'll arrange for reimbursement."

It didn't comply with the finance department's reimbursement procedures, but the bureau chief needed the money, so he had to comply even if it didn't. He quickly said, "Okay, I'll arrange to transfer 100,000 to your account right away."

Chen Shi hung up the phone and called Yang Bin: "Go to the Water Cube now and get a VIP membership card with 50,000 yuan on it. I'm going to treat Director Zhou to dinner later."

Yang Bin drove off to make the arrangements.

Chen Shi went to Ye Li's office to wait, and Zhou Quanfu finally came out of the conference room an hour later.

Chen Shi arrived at Zhou Quanfu's office: "Director Zhou, I've arranged a private room at the Water Cube. Shall we go there now?"

Zhou Quanfu smiled and said, "Director Chen, it's no fun drinking with just the two of us. Let me call and see if Secretary-General Huang of the Municipal Party Committee is free, and I'll introduce him to you."

Chen Shi knew that Zhou Quanfu was using his invitation to maintain his relationship with Zhou Quanfu.

When the call connected, Zhou Quanfu said with a big smile, "Secretary-General Huang, do you have any plans for tonight? Let's have a couple of drinks at the Water Cube."

Huang Ao, the secretary-general of the municipal party committee, was still in his office: "Old Zhou, it's rare for you to treat us. I don't have anything to do tonight, so come over later."

"Okay, Secretary-General Huang, I'll be waiting for you at the Water Cube."

After hanging up the phone, Zhou Quanfu said, "Director Chen, we're coming over now."

Huang Ao, the secretary-general of the municipal party committee, is the uncle of Huang Xin, the deputy director of the organization department of Chunyang County. Chen Shi had some knowledge of him but had never met him and was not familiar with him.

Thinking of Huang Xin, Chen Shi pictured her sexy and aloof figure, and his urge to sleep with her grew stronger and stronger.

There are three types of men when it comes to women. One type is when a man sees a woman and his hormones surge, and he just wants to sleep with her. Chen Shi felt this way when he saw Huang Xin.

The second type is when you see this woman, you feel a protective instinct, without any ulterior motives, and simply want to protect her.

The third option is to see the woman and have no thoughts about her, as if she doesn't exist.

Chen Shi followed Zhou Quanfu to the parking lot. Zhou Quanfu got into his private car, and Chen Shi got into his own private car and followed behind.

Upon arriving at the Water Cube, as soon as the car stopped, Chen Shi quickly got out and opened the car door for Zhou Quanfu.

Zhou Quanfu got out of the car, very satisfied with Chen Shi's performance.

"Director Chen, we'll wait here for Secretary-General Huang."

After waiting for twenty minutes, Huang Ao's car drove into the Water Cube. As soon as the car stopped, Zhou Quanfu jogged forward, opened the car door, and Huang Ao got out.

"Old Zhou, I'm sorry I'm late. I've kept you waiting."

Huang Ao was the chief steward of Xiao Chong, the municipal party secretary, and enjoyed Xiao Chong's deep trust. Wang Mingzhang had to treat Huang Ao with utmost respect.

Chen Shi had investigated several leaders of the municipal party committee, but his current rank was too low to have any contact with them.

Zhou Quanfu smiled broadly and said, "Secretary-General Huang, you're too kind. Your presence here shows that you consider me one of your own."

He pointed to Chen Shi beside him and said, "Secretary-General Huang, let me introduce you. This is Chen Shi, the director of the Chunyang County Education Bureau, and Mayor Wang's nephew."

Huang Ao wouldn't take a mere section chief seriously. Upon hearing that he was Wang Mingzhang's nephew, he glanced at Chen Shi, extended his hand, and Chen Shi quickly grasped Huang Ao's hand.

"Hello, Secretary-General Huang, I am Chen Shi."

Huang Ao smiled and said, "At such a young age, you've already become the director of the Education Bureau. Your future is limitless."

After exchanging a few pleasantries, the three headed towards the VIP access route.