Only after being reborn did I realize how fascinating the world of the rich is.

Li Xiaofeng said with a helpless look, "Besides, I have no choice. The funds in various banks are too tight right now, and everyone is using all sorts of underhanded tricks."

It's not that I'm unwilling to spend that money; I'm willing to use those underhanded tactics myself. It's just that I'm a bit timid, and I dare not cross the legal line, for fear of implicating myself in the process.

"Oh dear, you've become so cautious now that you're here. I've figured it out. You won't dare do anything illegal, but you'll certainly do something immoral!"

"Boss, what's so immoral about what I did? It was all consensual, just a few girls. It's perfectly normal in today's society. The things the Wei family did under the guise of charity are what's truly immoral!"

"The Wei family will surely perish because of their many evil deeds. Rest assured, justice may be delayed, but it will never be absent!"

Li Xiaofeng said sarcastically, "Yes, in a few decades, those two men from the Wei family will definitely be dead!"

"Don't always focus on the dark side of society. Overall, society is still good. If you have a lot of free time, you can read more Taoist books, especially those about Yin and Yang and the Five Elements."

After you read these books, you will understand that light and darkness are interdependent. Without darkness, how can light be highlighted? Light cannot completely eliminate darkness, and darkness cannot completely suppress light.

If all else fails, you could watch some animated films. Even though light ultimately triumphs over darkness, in the next episode, doesn't darkness always reappear from some hidden corner, allowing light to defeat it again?

Li Xiaofeng gave Secretary Li a thumbs up and said with genuine admiration, "Indeed, you're right. You see things more clearly than most people, and your perspective is beyond what most people can reach."

With a leader like you serving the people, you're sure to get things done, not just spout empty platitudes, and you won't be like those average leaders who only focus on infrastructure and real estate.

"Alright, you don't need to flatter me anymore!" Secretary Li smiled somewhat irritably.

Then, after thinking for a moment, he said in a serious tone, "Regarding your loan in Shanghai, I can try to help you, but I can't guarantee anything."

After all, there's a saying: "When the person leaves, the tea grows cold; a local official is more powerful than a distant one." If people don't respect me, there's nothing I can do!

Li Xiaofeng said with a grin, "No, you're not retired. You've just been transferred to a place where you can better utilize your abilities."

Besides, this isn't a big deal; it's all within the bounds of principle and can be done or not. As long as you ask, I'll still give you the courtesy!

"You're making me owe someone a favor!" Secretary Li deliberately feigned displeasure.

"Our China is a society that values ​​personal relationships, and it's normal for people to exchange favors. As long as we adhere to the major principles, these small favors are no big deal!"

"You're really talking big. Two billion isn't a big deal?"

“If this two billion yuan were a private individual, taking real money out of their pocket, it would definitely be a big deal. But this money belongs to the country, and it was lent out in a reasonable, legal, and compliant manner, so it’s a small matter!”

Then, Li Xiaofeng continued with a grin, "Boss, I took out four billion yuan of real money from my own pocket. This is definitely a big deal!"

Secretary Li pointed at Li Xiaofeng with an annoyed expression and said helplessly, "You, you really are something. Are you saying that I helped you get so many loans, which is a small favor, and you come to invest, which is a big favor to me?"

Okay, okay, since this is such a big favor, shouldn't I get the money? Don't worry, I won't pocket the money!

However, you cannot take any profits with you; they must all be used for education or welfare programs in SD province, and all taxes must be paid to the local government. If you agree, I dare say in front of the entire nation that I owe you a huge favor!

Li Xiaofeng immediately cowered and pleaded, "Boss, it's four billion yuan! I have a whole family to support right now, please give me a way out!"

"Heh, what's wrong, not pretending anymore? I really don't understand, where did you learn this habit of taking advantage of others, you big-shot entrepreneur!"

Knowing that Secretary Li was joking with him, Li Xiaofeng smiled and said, "I'm not an entrepreneur at all. I'm just a trendsetter who has benefited from the country's development and made a little money on the side."

"You don't need to be deliberately modest. You've already surpassed the average entrepreneur to get to where you are today. What's more, you're willing to invest in manufacturing instead of following the crowd and investing in real estate. I have high hopes for you."

Li Xiaofeng said with a wry smile, "Boss, it's not that I don't want to get into real estate. You know I don't have any background or connections, and I'm not good at building relationships."

"To be honest, if I want to get into real estate, I'll definitely have to deal with people like you who work within the system, and that's really not my forte."

"I see that you are very adept at interacting with people!"

"That's not what I meant. It's easy to deal with leaders who are so understanding and righteous, but what if you encounter leaders who are more self-serving?"

It's not that I'm stingy, lack vision, or unwilling to spend money. The main problem is that I'm timid. If I give small gifts, people won't appreciate them. But if I make a big fuss, what if it drags me into it?

Secretary Li sighed and said with a touch of emotion, "The situation you described does exist. China is a society that values ​​personal relationships, and it's really hard to find the right balance."

However, the authorities are now continuously increasing their efforts in building a clean government, and these problems will gradually decrease in the future!

Li Xiaofeng smiled and said in a calm tone, "To be honest, what you said has nothing to do with me. The main thing is that I have been developing from nothing to where I am today, and I don't know how many people are watching me and treating me like a piece of Tang Monk's flesh."

Therefore, someone like me with no connections has to be extra careful, avoid tax evasion, and stay within the bounds of the law. Hopefully, there won't be any major problems!

Secretary Li patted him on the shoulder and said with a smile, "Don't worry, we are principled and reasonable. If entrepreneurs like you are framed, how can this country develop?"

As long as you act uprightly and honestly, if you encounter any problems, you can come directly to me. We, the public servants of this country, are first and foremost obligated to serve those of you who are willing and capable of getting things done!

"Secretary Li, I am so grateful!" Li Xiaofeng was deeply moved.