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

As the group entered the house, Chen Yanshi looked at the hanging ham and said to Chen Shi, "Xiao Shi, this ham was sent by your elder brother Jianhua, and this one was sent by your second brother Jianyong. Go upstairs and take it back to eat."

Chen Jianyong said, "Xiao Shi, we originally wanted to send it to the Education Bureau, but I was afraid it would have a bad influence on you, so we left it at home. You can come back anytime and take it up to eat."

"I'm alone right now, so I haven't cooked. I've left it at home for you to eat at your leisure."

Chen Jianyong went to get a cup to make tea. Here's some ham for you; it's the thought that counts. Whether you eat it or not is none of my business.

Jiang Yiqiu was cooking for Wang Guihua when Chen Shi walked over and said, "Yiqiu, you just got home. Take a rest."

Wang Guihua said, "Yiqiu, go and rest. I'll get it done in no time."

Jiang Yiqiu smiled and said, "It's okay, I'm not tired."

Jiang Yiqiu was happy that Chen Shi cared about him. He used to cook often when he was at home, but now that he was a leader, he cooks less and still helps his mother.

Chen Xing walked in, and Xiao Huihui ran over when he saw his father. Chen Xing picked up his son and said, "Xiao Shi is back."

"Brother, you've come at the right time. I was just about to call you and invite you over for hot pot. I brought back half a sheep from Yiqiu's house. Tell your wife to come over so you don't have to cook."

Wang Xiufen walked in, beaming, and said, "Xiao Shi is back."

She saw Jiang Yiqiu cooking for Wang Guihua and wondered to herself, "Why haven't they broken up yet?"

Chen Shi smiled and said, "Don't cook, we'll have hot pot tonight."

Wang Xiufen came over just to eat, and she went to help with the cooking with a smile.

Chen Shi went into the room and handed over six boxes of gifts: "When we go back, each of you should take two boxes of gifts back with you."

Chen Xing felt a little embarrassed. Apart from the gifts Wang Xiufen had given to her parents, there were many other gifts at home that she had taken from her parents.

"I'll leave it for Mom and Dad to eat slowly; I don't want it."

If you don't take it, how will the Chen brothers, Jianhua and Jianyong, take it?

Chen Shi smiled and said, "Keep some for Mom and Dad. They can't finish it all, and they'll have to throw it away if it expires. Take it and eat it."

Chen Xing then fell silent.

The hot pot was ready quickly, and we started eating around 5 PM.

Chen Shi brought over some good wine, and Chen Jianyong quickly took it, saying, "Xiao Shi, let me pour it."

Chen Jianyong poured wine for the group, and they all sat together, eating and chatting happily.

After finishing their meal, Jiang Yiqiu stood up to clear the dishes, while Wang Xiufen sat to the side watching. "Being a dean of students is all that matters, he didn't even call me."

Jiang Yiqiu didn't even glance at Wang Xiufen. Wang Guihua said, "Xiaoqiu, I'll take care of it. You go and rest."

"Auntie, I'm not tired, I'll help you clean up."

The more Wang Guihua looked at Jiang Yiqiu, the more she liked her. This girl was good, just like Wang Yanhong, not pretentious, she ate when she was supposed to eat and did her work when she was supposed to do it. She was very satisfied.

After clearing away the dishes, Wang Guihua pulled Chen Shi aside and whispered, "Xiao Shi, you're 28 this year, 29 by the traditional Chinese age reckoning. Your brother, who's your age, already has a son named Xiaomi. It's time for you to get married. I think Xiao Qiu is a good match. You two have been dating for almost two years; it's time to get married."

Your dad told me that Xiaoqiu's parents own a quarry and are well-off. They can help you financially in the future.

You're a leader now, but you still get paid a salary, and your finances aren't exactly flush. Finding a wealthy father-in-law would be a good idea.

Again, the pressure to get married is on. Chen Shi still doesn't want to get married: "Mom, I'll take care of my own affairs. Don't worry about me. You and Dad can do as much as you can at home. If you can't sit still, just rest."

I keep 20,000 yuan at home; let me know when you've used it all.

Wang Guihua quickly said, "You have a lot of social engagements outside. Your sister and brother-in-law started their coal mine, and they said it was because of your help. They can earn hundreds of thousands a month. Last time you came, you gave me and your father 10,000 each and brought a truckload of coal. You didn't ask for a penny. We don't lack money and don't need to keep money at home."

Chen Shi hadn't asked his older sister, Chen Ai, how their coal mine was doing for a long time. Hearing his mother say they were making a lot of money, Chen Shi didn't need to worry about them anymore.

"I'm not short of money either. When I become a leader, my salary increases, and I don't have to pay for meals or accommodation; they're all reimbursed. Keep 20,000 yuan at home for you to use as you please."

At this moment, Tian Guangming led Tian Defu in. Tian Guangming said with a smile, "Director Chen, I heard you were back, so I came here specifically to report to you on my work."

Chen Shi smiled and said, "Uncle Tian, ​​please have a seat."

Chen Jianhua was furious when he saw Tian Guangming and Tian Defu. His village secretary had been framed and killed by the two of them, and they were his mortal enemies. Chen Shi was being so polite to them. He turned his head away and ignored them, his displeasure practically written all over his face.

Chen Xing took a cup and poured tea for Tian Guangming and Tian Defu.

Chen Yanshi said, "Your Uncle Tian has made great contributions to the village. First, he built the road, which is now the only road in many villages. Your Uncle Tian also brought the water, so every household has access to tap water and doesn't have to travel far to fetch water. Now he has also rebuilt the primary school, so the children no longer have to study in dilapidated buildings."

Tian Guangming quickly said, "Second Brother, this is all thanks to Director Chen. I was just running errands. Without Director Chen as a leader outside, where would I have gotten the money? One word from Director Chen is worth more than me running my legs off."

Take the construction of the primary school as an example. In 2008, the school building was identified as a dangerous building. I don't know how many times I went to the central school, but I didn't get a single penny.

When Director Chen came to the Education Bureau as a leader, he resolved the issue with just a word, and even the leaders of the central school were punished.

For a village to develop, it needs outside connections.

Chen Yanshi praised Tian Guangming earlier to commend his son's achievements. He couldn't very well praise Tian Guangming himself, so he used Tian Guangming's words to praise his son.

Chen Jianyong chimed in, "Uncle Tian is absolutely right. A few years ago, before Xiao Shi became a leader, Qinghe Village was like this. After Xiao Shi became a leader, Qinghe Village underwent earth-shattering changes."

Tian Guangming looked at Chen Shi: "Director Chen, let me report to you on the school's construction progress. Construction has already begun, the foundation has been laid, and the framework of the teaching buildings, dormitories, teachers' apartments, and office building has been completed. We guarantee that it will be completed by September next year."

Chen Shi was very satisfied with Tian Guangming's attitude; whenever he returned, Tian Guangming would come to report on his work.

"Uncle Tian, ​​I'm busy with work and don't have time to stay with the parents. You need to keep a close eye on the school's construction and make sure it's completed on time and to a high standard."

Next September, a group of full-time teachers will be transferred to Qinghe Village Primary School.

Tian Guangming smiled broadly: "That's wonderful. The qualified teachers are highly skilled and can lay a solid foundation for the children, so that more of them can go on to university and give back to the village when they start working. Qinghe Village will only get better and better in the future."

He looked at Chen Shi: "Director Chen, now that you're back, I'll accompany you to check on the school's construction progress. This has been my wish, and it's finally come true. Now that the school is finished, I can finally breathe a sigh of relief."

Chen Shi had only seen the planning map, but when he came back to see the actual site, it showed his emphasis on Qinghe Village Primary School, and his subordinates dared not act recklessly.

"Uncle Tian, ​​let's go check on the construction progress at the school."