Espionage: You're tasked with spying, but you'll blow up the Special Higher Police?

By the time Gu Tianbo chased after him, Zhou Hongyi had already driven away, leaving Gu Tianbo sweating profusely.

The conflict that occurred in the private room at the Grand World tonight has spread through various channels to the upper echelons of Shanghai's social circles, completely solidifying Zhou Hongyi's image as an arrogant, domineering, and drunken individual.

Nothing happened that night. When Zhou Hongyi arrived at the police station the next day, he was surprised to find Gu Tianbo waiting at the door early in the morning.

His eyes darted around, and he greeted them with a smile: "Oh, Mr. Gu, Brother Gu, why are you here so early? Aren't you busy with business?"

Although Gu Tianbo was smiling on the outside, he was cursing in his heart: How can I sleep?

"Hehe, Mr. Zhou, no, Director Zhou, I must congratulate you in advance on taking up the position of director of the Second Branch Bureau."

Zhou Hongyi feigned surprise, staring wide-eyed as he said, "Boss Gu, you can't just say things like that. Our bureau chief is still sitting inside."

Gu Tianbo lowered his voice and whispered, "Brother, you already spoke the truth last night after drinking. Your current Director Feng is going to be transferred to the Ministry of Finance, and you will be taking over his position. That's why I'm congratulating you in advance. Here, this is a little something from your brother. Please take it. It's not much, but it's the thought that counts."

As Gu Tianbo spoke, he stuffed a box wrapped in kraft paper into Zhou Hongyi's arms, and then covered it with his hand under his clothes.

Zhou Hongyi knew what was inside just by touching it; it was all real gold.

"Look, look, Mr. Gu, it's too formal for us brothers to be like this."

Although he was polite in words, he subtly handed the gift to Ah Gui, who was following behind him. Ah Gui was also very clever and covered the package under his police uniform.

"Come on, come on, why don't we go inside and sit for a while?"

Zhou Hongyi beckoned Gu Tianbo into the police station, but the latter hurriedly waved his hand and said, "Hehe, that's your workplace, I won't go. It's like this, tonight is the final night of Miss Rose, and there will be many important people watching. Director Zhou, our duties as judges are of utmost importance tonight, so it all depends on your performance."

Zhou Hongyi knew that Gu Tianbo was subtly reminding him not to repeat yesterday's incident, but he pretended to be confused and said, "Didn't I perform well enough last night? My comments were so professional, leaving those people speechless. Of course, my Elizabeth performed the most perfectly, getting full marks."

Gu Tianbo tentatively asked, "Director Zhou, do you remember where you went and what you did after you fought with Chen Xiaodao from the Axe Gang yesterday?"

Zhou Hongyi pretended to recall something, scratched his head and said, "Oh dear, I drank too much of that wine last night and had a bit of a blackout. I can't remember. Boss Gu, can you help me remember? I didn't do anything embarrassing, did I?"

Gu Tianbo breathed a sigh of relief and said, "No, no, nothing serious happened. But tonight, Young Master Zhou, how about we go to the Huizhong Hotel to drink freely after the finals? Business comes first."

"No problem, Mr. Gu, I definitely won't mess things up. It's the final, I want to see my Elizabeth win the championship with my own eyes."

"Then I'll take my leave now. See you tonight."

After learning that Zhou Hongyi had simply drunk too much and blacked out last night, Gu Tianbo finally breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed that this young man was still manageable as long as he wasn't too drunk, which made things easier. He just had to keep a close eye on him and make sure he drank less.

Zhou Hongyi watched Gu Tianbo's departing figure, gave A Gui a wink, and the group returned to the police station. As soon as he entered, he saw Chief Feng Jinxiong peeking in and waving at him.

"Hongyi, Zhongliang, come in quickly, come in quickly."

Zhou Hongyi slipped into the director's office, and as soon as he closed the door, Feng Jinxiong approached him with a beaming smile and said, "Oh, Zhongliang, we're such good friends despite our age difference! I, Old Feng, will never forget this kindness! The Personnel Office has already called to say that I'll fill the vacant position in the Ministry of Finance!"

Haha~~~ This time, we really owe a lot to you, Director Ding, and Colonel Shimazu for your support. Don't worry, I've already recommended you to my colleagues in the Organization Office to take over my position, and everyone highly praises your character and competence; they've said they'll seriously consider it."

Zhou Hongyi pretended to have just found out and said in surprise, "Director, the transfer order is coming down so soon? Oh my, that's wonderful! This is great news. There's a beauty pageant at the Great World tonight. Would you like to go and join in the fun? I'm Zhongliang, and I'll be a judge there. I'll reserve a private room for you when we get there."

Feng Jinxiong's old face beamed with joy. He waved his hand and said, "No, no, you young people can just go to those places for the fun. But I've also heard that Zhongliang, your sister is also participating in a beauty pageant. However, these kinds of competitions aren't just about the contestants' figures and looks; there's a lot of maneuvering involved."

As Feng Jinxiong spoke, he made a gesture of counting money with his hand. Then he turned around, went back to his desk, unlocked the hidden lock, and took out a box.

"Don't think it's too little. Use it to bribe your sister so she can win first place. Once the beauty is happy, it will be a good thing for you too."

Zhou Hongyi pretended to be angry, pinching the wooden box in his hand and said, "Director, what are you doing? I am your subordinate, how can I accept your things? I could accept those things that were handed over to my brother-in-law before, but it is inappropriate for you to give them to me directly now?"

Feng Jinxiong hurriedly explained, "Hey~ Zhongliang, why are you being so formal like everyone else? Apart from our work relationship, we're just friends, close friends despite our age difference! Besides, there are two thousand-year-old ginseng roots here that I collected for Director Ding, and I need your help to give them to him. When I take office at the Ministry of Finance, I will definitely not forget your kindness."

Zhou Hongyi chuckled inwardly, but his grip on the wooden box remained tight, showing no sign of loosening. Hearing this, he sighed with considerable difficulty and said, "Well, since you insist... alright then, I'll pass it on to my brother-in-law. He really put in a lot of effort in your job transfer. As you know, my brother-in-law isn't the only one in charge at No. 76; he has a deputy director there, you see..."

Feng Jinxiong, a cunning old fox, knew exactly what Zhou Hongyi wanted to say the moment he opened his mouth. He quickly straightened up, patted his chest, and said, "Zhongliang, don't worry. Please go back and tell Director Ding that from now on, I, Feng Jinxiong, belong to the Ding family. As long as it concerns the financial allocation of No. 76, I only recognize Director Ding's signature! Hehehe~ After all, we'll be working together in the future for mutual benefit~"

"Yes, yes, Director Feng, no, Director Feng, you're right. A win-win situation, where everyone profits, is the only way to make a sustainable future."

When Feng Jinxiong heard Zhou Hongyi address him as the director of the finance office, his smile became even brighter than before.

After all, as long as he can get this position and this lucrative job, the small favors he uses to pull strings can definitely be recouped many times over.

Tucker must cling to Zhou Hongyi's coattails. This young man is intelligent, capable, and decisive; his future achievements will definitely exceed this. Perhaps this position as director of the finance office is not his final destination.