Chen Feng hesitated slightly, wondering if spending a million to trap Deputy Miao was worth it.
From a short-term perspective, it was definitely not worthwhile.
A million, to be honest, was a considerable sum of money for anyone, rich or poor.
To simply throw it at Deputy Miao felt like a bad investment.
However, from a long-term perspective, it was extremely worthwhile.
Dealing with Deputy Miao for a million would be a huge help to Cui Yali, making her even more loyal and reliable as his patron.
With Cui Yali as his patron, many things would become much more convenient.
After a brief consideration, Chen Feng made up his mind and transferred the million to Deputy Miao.
This money was Chen Feng's personal funds, not from Liangfang Town.
Chen Feng's reasoning was simple: this money was for his personal connections in the political arena, and using Liangfang Town's funds would be inappropriate.
"Town Chief Chen, the money has arrived. Tell me, what exactly is the issue with the permit for Liangfang Town's网红 tourist destination project? I'll help you make the connections."
Deputy Miao said excitedly.
"Not yet. We'll need to apply for the permit once the project progresses to a certain stage. But I still appreciate your willingness to help me with connections. How about this, I'll treat you to a night out at the nightclub tonight?"
Chen Feng said calmly.
Deputy Miao agreed without hesitation.
The reason was simple: if it were anyone else inviting him to a nightclub, he would absolutely refuse. His preferences for entertainment were rather unconventional and wild, something he wouldn't want strangers to know.
However, Chen Feng was an exception. Having gifted him a million right on their first meeting, such a person was definitely someone he could trust.
"Deputy Miao, do you have any particular preferences? I'm quite familiar with the owner of that nightclub. Tell me, and I'll call her to make arrangements."
Chen Feng said deliberately.
"Perhaps it's best not to mention it? The guest follows the host's lead. However you arrange it, I'll enjoy it."
Deputy Miao replied modestly.
"Deputy Miao, it's rare that I'm inviting you out. We definitely want to have a good time. Besides, the table fees at this nightclub are very expensive. If you don't get to enjoy what you like, it would be a waste of money."
Chen Feng subtly tempted Deputy Miao.
"You have a point. Since so much money is being spent, it would be a shame not to enjoy ourselves fully. How about this, arrange for a few under eighteen..."
Deputy Miao said with a sly grin.
"Deputy Miao, don't worry. That nightclub has everything. As long as the money is there, you can have whatever you want."
Chen Feng continued to entice Deputy Miao.
"Then it's settled. Let's have a blast tonight."
Deputy Miao said with his usual sly smile.
Chen Feng didn't hesitate and went to the nightclub to make arrangements.
The arrangement was simple: to install surveillance in Deputy Miao's private room.
To mislead Deputy Miao, Chen Feng also specifically requested several foreign beauties that night.
"Town Chief Chen, I didn't realize you had this hobby."
Deputy Miao said to Chen Feng as he entered the private room with a girl in his arms.
"Yes, I prefer foreign women. I've grown tired of the domestic ones."
Chen Feng feigned a nonchalant expression.
"That's good too. No more talk, time is precious..."
With that, Deputy Miao entered the private room.
To prevent Deputy Miao from suddenly checking his room, Chen Feng had no choice but to genuinely engage with several blonde beauties.
Chen Feng's deduction skills were indeed remarkable.
Half an hour later, Deputy Miao suddenly entered Chen Feng's private room. Seeing Chen Feng having a great time with several blonde beauties, he left the room with a relieved smile.
After a night of revelry, Deputy Miao left contentedly.
Chen Feng didn't delay and sent the video of Deputy Miao to Jiangcheng, the provincial capital, and the central authorities that very night.
Such explosive video content could not be exposed through short video platforms.
It had to be sent to multiple places.
Even if Deputy Miao had immense connections, he couldn't possibly control the entire high-level hierarchy of China.
Things unfolded exactly as Chen Feng had predicted. Jiangcheng intended to cover for Deputy Miao, but upon learning that the provincial capital and the central authorities also had videos of Deputy Miao, they abandoned the idea and immediately moved to dismiss Deputy Miao.
The political arena could sometimes be all-powerful, and sometimes it couldn't!
"Chen Feng, it's so good to have you."
Before leaving Jiangcheng, Chen Feng made a special trip to bid farewell to Cui Yali.
"Aunt Cui, you're too kind. Since you think so highly of me, I will certainly do my best to help."
"Chen Feng, I heard you personally paid a million to deal with Deputy Miao?"
Cui Yali looked at Chen Feng with admiration.
In her career, she had rarely encountered someone like Chen Feng who was willing to risk everything to help her.
"It's what I should do."
Chen Feng smiled humbly.
"Chen Feng, don't worry, I won't let your efforts go unrewarded. How about this, you go to Yongming County as the Deputy County Mayor in charge of economic affairs? It will allow you to utilize your economic expertise and also earn money, which is quite good."
Cui Yali said excitedly.
"Aunt Cui, thank you for your kind offer, but I'm not particularly keen on going to Yongming County at the moment."
Chen Feng replied directly.
"Chen Feng, did I hear you correctly? To go from Liangfang Town directly to Yongming County is something many people dream of, yet you're refusing it?"
Cui Yali asked, perplexed.
"Aunt Cui, as I mentioned before, I don't like this kind of 'rocket-like' promotion without a solid foundation. I prefer to be grounded and work my way up from the grassroots, step by step."
Chen Feng said with a serious expression.
"Chen Feng, counting the time, you haven't been in the grassroots for a short period. Village Chief of Wulin Village, Deputy Town Chief of Mingshan Town, Town Chief of Liangfang Town – your grassroots experience is quite rich. You really can go to Yongming County now."
Cui Yali persuaded Chen Feng.
"Aunt Cui, theoretically, that's true. But the problem is, the Chinese political arena is different from that of other countries. The Chinese political arena emphasizes human relationships and social etiquette. If you don't master these, you can easily fall from a high position. Therefore, I've decided to continue working at the grassroots for a few more years. I haven't even been here for two years yet, and there's still much I haven't learned."
Chen Feng explained earnestly.
To be honest, if he didn't aim for a longer career in politics, he would have asked Zhou Kewang from the provincial capital to help him transfer to the provincial capital long ago.
"Chen Feng, with your vision, you remind me of Sun Shao'an from 'The Ordinary World.' You have a long-term perspective and you are very down-to-earth. To be honest, I like you more and more. I wonder how you feel about me? Do you perhaps dislike my age?"
Cui Yali said with a lack of confidence.
Chen Feng was so young and talented; the woman who suited him would have to be extraordinary.
"Aunt Cui, you are too modest. As an excellent woman like yourself, I wish I could marry you right now."
Chen Feng said with sweet words.
When dealing with female leaders, one had to be as sweet-mouthed as possible.
"Marriage isn't necessary. I have a husband and a son. As long as you don't dislike me, I'll be very happy."
Cui Yali gazed at Chen Feng dreamily.
"Aunt Cui, please don't worry about that. I will definitely not dislike you. As long as you are willing, I will follow you for life. Now, there's a small issue, and I need Aunt Cui to help me think of a solution."
Chen Feng hesitated for a moment before deciding to be open with Cui Yali.
The garment foreign trade of Mingshan Town was suffering from a severe impact, and they had to find ways to save themselves.
One of the methods for self-rescue was to change from rail transport to sea transport, but this had already become unfeasible due to the national policy on rail transport.
If this problem wasn't resolved, the garment foreign trade of Mingshan Town would indeed face a harsh winter.
"Given our relationship, there's no need to be so formal. Just tell me directly, what do you need my help with?"
Cui Yali said with a smile.
Chen Feng didn't beat around the bush and directly explained the national policy on rail transport.
"Hmm, this is indeed a tricky problem."
Cui Yali frowned.