Fifty million a day, trapped in the county town, can't spend it all.

Zhang Yang's office.

Wen Yining sat on the sofa, carefully checking the contents of the USB drive on her computer. She was wearing a light blue shirt today, the heavy fabric of which made the shirt look bulging.

Zhang Yang glanced at her and silently poured her a glass of water.

About twenty minutes later, Wen Yining finished browsing the contents of the USB drive, looked up, and turned the computer to face Zhang Yang.

"I've finished watching it."

Zhang Yang raised an eyebrow: "How is it?"

"It's true." Wen Yining's tone was very certain. "The photos, recordings, and transfer records all match up in timeline, and there's a lot of evidence. It involves bribery, fake contracts, and tax evasion. Any one of these would be enough to get him into serious trouble."

Zhang Yang's gaze fell on the screen.

The photos show Zhao Yongchang and several unfamiliar faces toasting and drinking at a dinner party. There are also several stacks of cash next to them. Some of the photos are very clear, and you can even see the date on the hotel note on the table.

"What about the recording?"

"There are two recordings of him discussing kickbacks on the phone with someone who is in charge of a public welfare renovation project. He quoted the total project price and the kickback percentage. There is also a recording of him talking about 'project cooperation' with someone at a dinner table. It's called cooperation, but it's actually just assigning projects." Wen Yining paused. "If these recordings are made public, Zhao Yongchang's network of connections in Mou County will basically be destroyed, and it will also implicate some other people."

Zhang Yang leaned back in his chair, his brows furrowed.

This is indeed irrefutable evidence, but if Zhang Yang offends some people he shouldn't in order to get rid of Zhao Yongchang, this is not the outcome he wants. Because once he takes action, pulling out one radish will bring out another, and he will definitely become a target for some people. He is not here to be a righteous official; it is more important to develop his population in a sneaky way.

Wen Yining glanced at him: "When do you plan to use it?"

"No rush, let's leave it for now."

"Leave it there?"

"It's too complicated. This matter needs careful consideration, otherwise we'll make too many enemies." Zhang Yang shook his head.

Wen Yining stared at him for a moment, then nodded.

"I'll make a copy first, you keep the original."

"OK."

After copying the document, Wen Yining asked, "By the way, I've seen a lot of talk about your new project online lately. How's the recruitment going?"

"It's still in preparation; Director Cheng is coordinating the venue."

"If you need any legal advice, let me know in advance."

Zhang Yang nodded: "I'll let you know in advance once everything is coordinated."

"Sure," Wen Yining smiled. "Once you've finalized everything, I'll draft a contract for you. Do you need me to be there in person?"

"Trying to make money off my appearance fee again?"

Wen Yining raised an eyebrow, a slight smile playing on her lips. "A fool wouldn't take money when it's available!"

Zhang Yang chuckled. "You're such a money-grubber!"

The two chatted for a while longer before Wen Yining got up to say goodbye and leave.

After Wen Yining left, Zhang Yang called Chen Rou: "Bring me the proposal so I can take a look."

Chen Rou arrived quickly, carrying a stack of documents and a phone tucked under her shoulder. She was talking to someone: "Okay, I'll look at that supplier's contract this afternoon... Alright, that's all for now." She hung up the phone and placed the documents on Zhang Yang's table: "Brother, this is the preliminary recruitment plan that Luo Qingqing and I have drafted. All salaries will be benchmarked against Pang Donglai."

Zhang Yang glanced at it briefly and nodded in satisfaction.

Chen Rou added from the side: "Ordinary employees such as stock clerks, cleaners, and cashiers are all recruited from local residents, with the educational requirement lowered to primary school. Management positions are more troublesome, so we have to recruit from outside."

Zhang Yang signed at the end of the document: "No need to poach for the lower-level management positions, just select from the young people. There are so many young people in Mou County, this is a good opportunity to let those young people who are working outside see that they can find good jobs in their hometown."

"The basic salary for ordinary employees is set at four thousand five thousand five thousand, excluding performance bonuses and subsidies," Chen Rou hesitated for a moment, "Brother, won't the cost be too high? Just the salaries of these people alone will cost over a million every month, not to mention social security, performance bonuses, site maintenance, and so on."

"Then we'll issue it according to this standard. I've considered the cost." Zhang Yang pushed the signed document back. "I know what I'm doing; we won't lose money."

Chen Rou looked at his serious expression and nodded: "Okay, I'll go make the arrangements."

After Chen Rou left, Luo Qingqing came to the office again.

"Mr. Zhang, I've had a few headhunters from other places call me these past couple of days. They recommended someone named Sun Yifan. He has a good resume. His last job was as the East China regional manager for a certain Hui chain supermarket. We chatted for a bit, and he's interested, but he'd like to meet with you."

Zhang Yang pondered for a moment: "I don't have any plans for tomorrow. You can confirm the time with him, and if it's suitable, you can meet tomorrow."

"OK."

......

Around 4 p.m. that day, Zhang Yang received a call from Cheng Kainian.

"Mr. Zhang, the job fair is all set." Cheng Kainian's voice sounded more excited than usual. "The location is the Old Town Stadium, and the time is set for next Saturday at nine o'clock in the morning."

Zhang Yang took out his phone and checked the calendar: "It's fine this weekend, everyone has time."

"Okay, I'll send out the notice. I've also contacted the Human Resources and Social Security Bureau and the Employment Bureau. They will send people to be stationed on-site. You just need to prepare the contract. I'll take care of the rest."

"it is good."

"Oh, right," Cheng Kainian said, as if remembering something, "there's one more thing. I asked someone to find out about Zhao Yongchang's recent activities."

"Any news?"

"He hasn't gone out much these past few days, and he's even closed up his business at the building materials market. My friend said he's investigating something, but we haven't figured out exactly what it is yet." Cheng Kainian paused, "I think he hasn't given up yet."

Zhang Yang pursed his lips, looking helpless: "He's like a piece of chewing gum."

"You should still be careful; things are very important for you lately," Cheng Kainian reminded him.

I know what I'm doing.

"That's good."

After hanging up the phone, Zhang Yang placed it on the table and rubbed his temples vigorously.

He's been very busy lately, which has left him feeling quite exhausted.

He sighed, picked up his phone, and sent a message in the group: "The job fair is scheduled for next Saturday at the Old Town Stadium. All departments, please prepare."

A reply quickly popped up in the group chat:

"Received." X4

After making the arrangements here, he called Ye Mei again.

"Hello, Mr. Zhang."

"How is the renovation of Moore Department Store progressing?"

"It's faster than expected. The ground floor will be finished this week, and we'll start putting on the shelves and lighting next week. Have you scheduled your job fair yet?"

"It's settled, next Saturday."

"That timing is perfect. Once I've finished up here, you'll have recruited the staff, and then you'll need to do some opening training. After that, you can start stocking up on goods, and then you can officially open on a good day."

"Okay, I'll leave it to you to keep an eye on things over there."

"You're too kind, Mr. Zhang. This is simply our duty."

Just after hanging up Ye Mei's call, Luo Qingqing stood at the office door and gently knocked.

"Enter."

"Mr. Zhang, Sun Yifan has confirmed his schedule. He said he'll come to Mou County tonight and see you first thing tomorrow morning."

"OK."