Secretary Lu was a bit surprised: "Where did you get the information?"

"Song Guanchao said it."

"He said it... then it's probably true."

Secretary Lu said, "Don't make your moves too obvious, remember, just guide it."

"I understand."

...

In the car, Song Guanchao leaned on the passenger seat, "Go to the National Development and Reform Commission."

"Oh."

Jiang Yiren focused on driving, recalling Song Guanchao's actions this morning.

She had been running around for almost half a month, getting taken advantage of by Director Feng who poured her drinks, yet she couldn't secure the funds. As soon as Song Guanchao stepped in, he solved it.

Song Guanchao's abilities are truly strong.

It seemed as though nothing could be difficult for him.

Soon, going to the National Development and Reform Commission, should they do the same?

But the National Development and Reform Commission is more powerful than the Industrial and Commercial Bureau; will this tactic work?

Her heart was full of curiosity and anticipation, wanting to see what kind of attitude Song Guanchao would have when speaking to these commission leaders.

Upon arrival at the National Development and Reform Commission, Song Guanchao met no obstacles.

Director Huang, upon hearing that Song Guanchao had arrived, immediately came out of the office voluntarily, shaking hands firmly under Jiang Yiren's puzzled gaze.

The warmth and smile on his face made it seem like they were old friends.

"Dropping by uninvited, I hope Director Huang doesn't mind."

"If you say that again, brother, I'll be upset."

Director Huang held his hand and walked inside, leaving after the secretary served two cups of tea.

After chatting for a while, Song Guanchao stated his purpose.

"Civilization construction, right? Tell me, how much money do you need."

"Five million."

Director Huang frowned, and Jiang Yiren thought, despite the warmth, his expression changed when money was mentioned.

However, the next sentence from Director Huang made her twitch her lips.

"Is that enough?"

"Enough." Song Guanchao said, "I only asked for five million from the Industrial and Commercial Bureau too."

Asking for money is a skill.

You can't just rely on good relations to ask for more; if people find out, they'll be unhappy.

"Alright, have someone come over to apply later, and I'll give them a heads-up."

"Much obliged to Director Huang."

"Say that again and I will really be upset."

The two laughed and chatted, and before leaving, Song Guanchao customarily let her leave first.

With only the two of them left in the office, Song Guanchao said, "Director Huang, I didn't come today just to ask for money."

"Oh? What else? Tell me, if I can help, I surely will."

Song Guanchao shook his head: "It's not about helping me, it's helping you."

"Helping me?" Director Huang was a bit nervous, "What's wrong with me?"

Is someone investigating me?

Song Guanchao glanced at the door and said in a low voice, "Do you know whose person Director Jiang is?"

"Her?" Director Huang shook his head, "I really didn't pay attention."

Song Guanchao said, "She is Governor Qu's sister, cousin!"

Director Huang was greatly surprised, and Song Guanchao said, "Just keep this to yourself, not many leaders in the city know, and she doesn't want to be high profile either."

"I understand." Director Huang nodded, finding Song Guanchao more agreeable.

He doesn't have much contact with the City Committee, let alone any chance to intersect with Jiang Yiren.

Pointing out Jiang Yiren's identity didn't actually help him directly.

But having this connection with Song Guanchao would definitely provide networking opportunities in the future.

The more contacts, the better; five million is worth earning a favor from Jiang Yiren, which many could only wish for.

Back in the car.

Jiang Yiren asked, "Do you know Director Huang?"

"Helped him with something."

"No wonder."

But this money asked through personal connections doesn't have any reference value.

She thought Song Guanchao would have gone all out.

"It's getting late, let's find a place to eat."

Song Guanchao asked, "What do you like to eat?"

Jiang Yiren was quite surprised that he wanted to treat her to a meal?

"Anything's fine."

"Then I'll choose myself."

Song Guanchao checked his phone for a while, "Let's have some Western food."

At eleven thirty, they were seated in a Western restaurant.

After eating their fill and preparing to leave, the waiter brought the bill over.

Song Guanchao pointed at Jiang Yiren, "Give the bill to her."

"???!!!" Jiang Yiren was stunned for two seconds, "I'm treating?"

"What else?" Song Guanchao said, "I taught you how to deal with these leaders; if you don't pay tuition, at least cover the meal, right?"

"..." Jiang Yiren was speechless.

After paying, as they exited, Song Guanchao asked, "What, not happy? Feel it's a loss?"

Jiang Yiren pursed her lips, ignoring him.

It was perfectly reasonable for him to teach her and for her to treat for the meal.

But the letdown in her heart was a bit much.

After getting in the car, Jiang Yiren asked, "Where are we going this afternoon?"

"Nowhere."

Song Guanchao said, "First, start the activities this week, and I'll contact the TV station for coverage later. Remember to do the activities together with the Industrial and Commercial Bureau and the National Development and Reform Commission."

Jiang Yiren pondered, "Is this done to show the other departments?"

"Smart." Song Guanchao nodded with appreciation.

The young lady was indeed clever; she understood his purpose without needing him to explain it so clearly.

He could, of course, directly go to the Tax Bureau or the Environmental Protection Bureau to ask for money, and if they refused, he could be more assertive, apply pressure using labels, talk to leaders, or even report directly.

But he only said this for Jiang Yiren to hear, so she would know there is this tactic to use.

It doesn't mean it must be done this way.

Song Guanchao isn't a reckless hothead; if he can obtain money in a more gentle way, there's no need to make things ugly.

If the matter of him using the Disciplinary Committee to pressure Director Feng got out, it would hinder future work.

He was assertive with Director Feng because Feng had already offended Jiang Yiren, and even if he pointed at Feng and cursed today, Feng wouldn't dare to spread it around.

Everything he does is well thought out, with the consequences considered in advance.

Unlike what Jiang Yiren might have thought, he isn't impulsive or arrogant.

Additionally, these city departments have some ties with Jiang Yuan and Zhang Xiaoxian.

If things get too ugly and it reaches their ears, they might hold opinions against him.

Moreover, it could easily lead them to think he's being prompted by Wu Qiangwei, playing a game of covert intimidation.

...

On the second day, the funds from the Industrial and Commercial Bureau and the National Development and Reform Commission arrived one after another.

In this week, Jiang Yiren and the two departments cooperated to initiate the civilization construction activities.

The departments dispatched over twenty people as volunteers, led by Jiang Yiren and the deputy director of the National Development and Reform Commission, to designated roads for sanitation work, deeply promoting the civilized city campaign.

The TV station covered it throughout, reporting extensively during prime time on the weekend.

On Saturday, Jiang Yiren and Zhu Qiushui arranged to go shopping, eat, and watch a movie together.

That night, when Zhu Qiushui bravely stepped forward, the two women quickly became friends.

Upon hearing that Jiang Yiren was in charge of the civilization construction, Zhu Qiushui said, "I noticed other cities also went to some private enterprises to give lectures on civilized knowledge."

Jiang Yiren said, "Yes, these have all been arranged, and we will go next week."

Next week? Zhu Qiushui was a bit surprised, not expecting Jiang Yiren to be so efficient.

This saved her the effort of guiding her proactively.

On the other side.

Song Guanchao was having dinner with Liu Lanzi.

Buzz buzz.

Liu Lanzi wiped her lips and picked up the phone, "What's up?"

Then Song Guanchao saw Liu Lanzi's face instantly turn icy cold.

"Okay, got it."

After putting down the phone, without Song Guanchao having to ask, Liu Lanzi said directly, "Secretary Sun is targeting me."

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