The Invincible Son-in-law

Though Liu Tingting and Lin Hao had a couple more satisfying intimate encounters, it was definitely a transaction.

This transaction was about getting things done, and then both parties are cleared, without any emotional entanglements involved, which everyone understands.

However, since Liu Tingting's husband is not home most of the time, she, being a young wife, is quite eager and would love to continue with Lin Hao to satisfy her desires.

"Director Lin, you must come over. I'll sing for you then." Liu Tingting fluttered her eyelashes flirtatiously and sashayed away.

Lin Hao watched her leaving, thinking that this young wife was quite good in action, but they had already completed their transaction; continuing with her seemed somewhat unjustifiable!

At that moment, Ling Feng's call came through.

"Boss, you're back from your inspection and research?" Ling Feng asked.

"Yes, I arrived this afternoon. What's going on with Luo Zhijun and Shen Sihai?" Lin Hao inquired.

"Boss, we've investigated Shen Sihai's Four Seas Group, and there's a lot of shady stuff going on. This guy is Wucheng County's crime boss, involved in every kind of dirty deed..." Ling Feng reported in detail.

Shen Sihai is the boss of Four Seas Group and Wucheng County's biggest crime lord. In public, he's a successful entrepreneur, but behind the scenes, he engages in illegal activities.

What Lin Hao didn't expect was that Shen Sihai also set his sights on the lucrative opportunity with Red Era Group, wanting to get a share of the pie.

He's trying to use Luo Zhijun's connections to link up with Lin Hao, to have Lin Hao secure a cooperation channel with Red Era Group for him.

Of course, the meeting with Luo Zhijun tonight was to discuss this matter. However, Luo Zhijun lied to Su Muchen saying they would play cards tonight, while Su Muchen invited Lin Hao over to do her at her place.

Seeing through these twists and turns, Lin Hao finally grasped the situation.

Shen Sihai's Four Seas Group evades taxes and employs a multitude of thugs. A few years back, during a forced demolition incident, they beat two elderly people to death, an atrocity carried out under his orders.

Lin Hao instructed Ling Feng and his team to keep a close watch on Shen Sihai, investigate his protectors, and gather more evidence against him, preparing to take Shen Sihai down at the right moment.

As for that fool Luo Zhijun, he's merely a pawn for Shen Sihai, posing no significant threat. However, because they are related by marriage, Lin Hao finds it difficult to act against him directly.

That's why Luo Zhijun resorts to underhanded and sneaky tactics, avoiding making the conflict obvious, as that would involve the intervention of his father-in-law.

Ling Feng informed Lin Hao that Shen Sihai had already sent people to secretly investigate him, advising him to be cautious when going out and to contact them for support if he sensed any danger.

Time flew by, and soon it was time to leave work. Lin Hao stepped out and drove to Ju Yuan Mei Private Kitchen for a meal.

Unexpectedly, he heightened his alertness upon leaving and indeed noticed a car tailing him.

It seems Shen Sihai really has a keen interest in me!

Lin Hao, staying calm and collected, utilized the traffic light intervals and shook off the tailing car within two intersections.

The sky quickly turned dark as a car drove into the underground parking lot of Ju Yuan Mei Private Kitchen. Lin Hao slipped out of his car and took an elevator inside.

Inside a luxurious private room, Director Zhou had been waiting for quite a while. After exchanging a few pleasantries, they chatted over their meal.

"Director Zhou, the task from last time was completed without fail," Lin Hao shared the good news first.

"Really? That's wonderful! Director Lin, let me toast to you!" Director Zhou raised his glass with joy.

They clinked glasses and downed their drinks, filling them once more.

"Director Lin, I hear you've taken on the role of the National Development and Reform Commission director too. You must look after this old brother!" Director Zhou joked amiably.

"You're jesting, brother. I'm only taking on the position nominally." Lin Hao smiled humbly.

"Little brother, no need for many words. Congratulations! Come, let's drink another one."

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"Director Zhou, Secretary Li asked about the usage of these funds. I conveyed it to her as you instructed, and her expectation is that the funds must be used effectively and not squandered." Lin Hao said tactfully.

In fact, this was a gentle reminder to Director Zhou not to embezzle the funds, ensuring that he would have an explanation for Secretary Li when needed.

Director Zhou naturally got the hint, promising with a smile, "Don't worry, the funds are surely going to be used for the maintenance of school buildings and the purchase of educational equipment, and I wouldn't dare misuse them."

"As you know, Wucheng County's economy is not in the best shape right now, plus with Secretary Zhang Jianming's issue, the municipal commission for discipline inspection is keeping a tight watch over us. Everything needs to go through proper procedures. As for some minor management fees, they'll be settled accordingly; no queries from above expected." Lin Hao explained with a smile.

Director Zhou, well aware of the municipal commission for discipline inspection's power, agreed with a smile, "Director Lin, you now simultaneously hold the position of National Development and Reform Commission director, so you can oversee the use of the funds, ensuring they are used effectively."

"Having your assurance certainly helps, though the funds must not be touched. But as for the old equipment being replaced, feel free to handle it as activity funds." Lin Hao added with a smile.

Director Zhou was momentarily stunned, then his eyes lit up as he happily laughed, "You're right, those obsolete pieces of equipment can indeed be disposed of; later on, I could set aside a bit as a thank-you fund."

"That won't be necessary. It's better if I'm not made aware of this matter, and I'll pretend not to know." Lin Hao decisively refused.

"In that case, little brother, I owe you one," Director Zhou laughed cheerfully.

Selling off those old pieces of equipment could easily bring in several million, which naturally would end up in the hands of a few bosses at the education bureau, essentially a favor arranged by Lin Hao for them.

This favor is indeed one that Director Zhou would owe, and as for Su Muyun's future transfer to the admissions office, isn't he now obliged to help?

"Cheers to that, come, let me toast to you!" Lin Hao raised his glass, inviting another drink with Director Zhou.

"Little brother, our admissions office director is getting old, almost about to retire. I'd like to have your wife transferred to the admissions office to become the director. What do you think?" Director Zhou took the initiative to inquire.

The admissions office director post is a highly coveted position, with countless gazes fixed on it, not to mention the vast network and connections it generates.

"Brother, I'll have to discuss this with my wife and see what she thinks. However, the current director should still have two or three months before retirement, right?" Lin Hao didn't reject his good intentions.

"The current Director Zhang is older and not in the best health. Our education bureau's idea is to transfer a younger comrade early to take up the mantle. I believe your wife's qualifications and education fully meet the requirements, so it's up to her decision now." Director Zhou explained with a smile.