Chapter 5, Diligent Efforts

Ding Haijun knocked off the ash from his cigarette and continued: "The reason you were able to join the reconnaissance team back then was not only because you could drive, nor solely because you were clever, and certainly not because Chen Youming was considering my reputation. Rather, it was because you were both a skilled driver and clever, and also a newcomer with a fresh face. It can be said that being unfamiliar was a prerequisite!

Let us go, this is not a place for conversation. We will go upstairs to my room to talk

But time really flies; in the blink of an eye, you have been working in the investigation team for six years. During this period, how many drug dealers and drug users have seen you, and how many of them can recognize you when they walk out?

When people leave, the warmth of tea fades. Even if I could get in touch with you, I wouldn't be able to help you much. Moreover, you are doing exceptionally well in the investigation team and do not need assistance from others

Ding Haijun smiled and changed the subject: "Xiao Han, I am aware of your family situation. I know that you truly regard the leaders and comrades of the investigation team as family, and that you genuinely consider the investigation team as home. Leaving that warm and fulfilling big family to return to the empty old home is indeed very cruel for you.

Political Commissar, please do not joke. The Chief of Staff has shown great concern for me; he cared for me even when he was the leader of the reconnaissance team. If it were not for his encouragement and support, I certainly would not have participated in the self-examination. If it were not for his vigorous efforts to advocate for me with the detachment back then, I would not have been selected as a law enforcement officer, especially for a key position.

Ding Haijun waved his hand and sighed, "Xiao Han, although I transitioned to civilian life in your second year of service and have never contacted you since returning, nor have you reached out to me, I have always been concerned about you. After all, there are only a few fellow villagers from Binjiang in the entire brigade, and you are the only one who has been assigned to the brigade headquarters."

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Taking out my phone to send a text message, I waited for about two minutes when a middle-aged man, dressed in a suit and with a robust build, stealthily emerged from the back door carrying a briefcase

It sounds somewhat reasonable, as expected of a member of the investigation team

"Yes." Han Xin took a few steps forward and asked with concern, "Political Commissar, is it alright for you to come out like this before the meeting has concluded?"

Is this also possible

I know nothing. I was on my way back after buying a train ticket while tracking the suspect. I wasn't even allowed to return to the unit to pack my belongings, and the chief of staff didn't even let me call the captain or the instructor. If he hadn't said that I could contact you if there was anything, I wouldn't have dared to reach out to you at all

It is said online that this is the most upscale hotel in the city.

Han Xin quickly stood at attention and saluted: "Hello, Political Commissar Ding. I apologize for the trouble I have caused you."

Ding Haijun put down his phone and said, "I thought you didn't know, it seems you still have a bit of conscience, kid"

Han Xin hurriedly put down the water: "Political Commissar, I did not say that the Chief of Staff is timid and afraid of trouble, nor did I say that the Chief of Staff lacks responsibility"

Han Xin unscrewed the cap and took a small sip of water, then said: "Anyway, we have encountered such matters many times, and we are used to it. Even when we drink alcohol, we joke that my head is more valuable than yours, so you must drink this cup. If anyone who is threatened by drug dealers is to be reassigned, then there would be no one left in our team, and the investigation team should have been disbanded long ago"

Political Commissar, in fact, it is not that I do not want to contact you. At first, I did not know your contact information. Later, when I found out, I was frequently assigned tasks and did not dare to make calls indiscriminately

Ding Haijun reached out and patted his arm: "In fact, at this time, your chief of staff is trying to find a way to bring you back, not only considering your personal safety, but also not solely considering the work of the reconnaissance team"

I am having a boxed meal, are you going in to have a feast

Ding Haijun lit a cigarette and asked, "Have you ever thought about it? If you were to establish a family at the station, would your wife and children have to live in fear and anxiety? Would they have to lead a life filled with apprehension? If you were to encounter them on the road, would you not be able to recognize each other? If your child saw you, would they not be able to call you 'dad'?"

Han Xin took the water and said nonchalantly: "It seems that the Mangjing Brigade has received a message about a fish that slipped through the net and is hiding abroad, claiming to take revenge on me, even offering a bounty of one million for my life"

This is the boxed meal from the municipal bureau's cafeteria; others may want to eat it but cannot, so do not waste it

It seems that you are also a person who values deep emotions and loyalty

A meeting is currently in progress inside, and unauthorized individuals are not allowed to enter.

Political Commissar, in fact, the Chief of Staff and Team Leader Li really do not need to go through such trouble

Ding Haijun glared at him and then said: "Fortunately for you, your luck is quite good. Although you missed two opportunities for guaranteed admission to the military academy, you managed to catch the transition of the border defense and, through recruitment, donned the police uniform, finally resolving your status as an officer. Everything must be in accordance with the latest policies, and no special treatment can be given; otherwise, it wouldn't be called a one-size-fits-all approach.

Han Xin said she would go, pushed open the car door, and walked towards the hotel lobby without looking back

While they were chatting, the navigation system prompted a right turn at the upcoming intersection. Li Yijun suddenly realized that the route seemed incorrect: "Brother Han, where are we headed? Is there a problem with your navigation?"

This explanation is truly unconvincing; considering how much they genuinely cared for and looked after him back then, Han Xin must feel extremely embarrassed

Han Xin asked in confusion, "What other considerations does the Chief of Staff have"

It seems that those in power are often confused; a person as intelligent as you should have thought of this long ago

It's nothing, even if there is something, I will still take a leave of absence when you, my little comrade, return

So are you saying that my understanding is flawed

Thinking back to three months ago, when an individual involved in drug use almost compromised the entire operation by recognizing her, Han Xin suddenly realized

This is it, transferring you back to your hometown is a responsible decision. However, your chief of staff mentioned to me over the phone that you seem to have some thoughts about this transfer

Political Commissar, are you saying that even if I am not threatened with retaliation by the drug traffickers, I will still be transferred away from the investigation team

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Listen to me finish speaking

In the military, I am the political commissar of the border defense battalion, holding the rank of deputy regiment-level officer, but in the local context, I am nothing. My current rank is at the deputy section level, and then in parentheses, I enjoy the treatment of a deputy division level, haha

How could the chief of staff owe me? He cares for me so much; I am the one who owes him.

These achievements have caught the attention of superiors, who have attempted twice to recommend you for military academy admission. However, on both occasions, you were engaged in missions and could not be replaced, resulting in these two valuable opportunities being given to others

Political Commissar, is it not your responsibility to assist me in organizing this?

I have some thoughts, Political Commissar. Although we were not in the same unit during our time in the military, you must know a bit about the situation in our reconnaissance team. If we talk about being threatened with retaliation by drug traffickers, there are many in our team who have faced such threats. However, in reality, those drug traffickers are more likely to hide from us; they only dare to talk big behind our backs

No problem, I will arrive soon

Do not be fooled by his usual stern expression and penchant for scolding others; in fact, he is deeply loyal and values relationships. He feels a sense of indebtedness towards you and wishes to take this opportunity to make amends.

Regarding this transfer, Han Xin truly does not understand, and she raised her head to say: "Political Commissar, we have now transitioned to a new system"

Han Xin thought for a moment and then said with a face full of embarrassment: "Ultimately, it is still thanks to your support. If it weren't for the connection of our hometown through the political commissar, the chief of staff would not have treated me differently back then."

Li Yijun suddenly felt that the boxed meal was no longer appealing, and muttered while looking at his back: "How could you be so selfish, Japanese cuisine is the easiest to cause diarrhea, it could kill you, you fool, let's see how you gloat..."

The chief of staff does not think so; he insists on recalling me, regardless of how I explain or plead, it is of no use

Han Xinxin thought to herself, wondering what the matter was, and couldn't help but laugh, saying: "I later heard that, in fact, whether or not one attends a military academy and whether or not one can be promoted, I don't really care."

Ding Haijun nodded slightly and said slowly: "You may have known about this matter for some time. Over the past few years, you have performed well in the investigation team, being awarded second-class merit once, third-class merit once, and several commendations, even saving the life of your team leader.

It is good to know

I know, are you trying to say that after the transition you will become a formal police officer, able to find a girlfriend in the station, and able to marry and have children there? But have you ever considered how many drug traffickers you have apprehended over the years, and how many drug users you have dealt with?

Now, a drug dealer has placed a bounty of one million on your head abroad. Both your chief of staff and the captain wish to protect your safety while also seeing this as an opportunity. They have applied to higher authorities to transfer you, while also negotiating for some benefits that could not be obtained within the detachment.

"Political Commissar, I was wrong. I should be reassigned from the investigation team, and I should not have any resistance."

But one must ultimately grow up; you are already 26 years old, and after the New Year, you will be 27. You cannot always consider yourself a child. Next, you need to find a girlfriend, get married, and have children. You cannot always be the only one who is well-fed while the whole family goes hungry.

"Political Commissar, I know that the Chief of Staff has my best interests at heart, but..."

Han Xin could not believe it: "But you are the deputy regiment, you are the deputy regiment who has transitioned!"

A middle-aged man walked into the elevator, took out a room card from his pocket and swiped it, smiling as he asked, "Have you reported in? Have you seen Director Liu from the Political Department?"

You alone are well-fed, and the whole family is not hungry. In the reconnaissance team, you are the youngest, and everyone treats you like a younger brother. To put it in contemporary terms, you are the 'team pet.' Attending military school may not be as comfortable for you as staying in the reconnaissance team, and you certainly do not mind. However, the two captains, including Chen Youming, cannot afford to be indifferent. A leader who does not consider their subordinates is not a good leader; they must take you into account.

Do not be like that

Han Xin activated the turn signal, drove into the hotel parking lot, and backed into a parking space under the guidance of the security guard. Turning back, she smiled and said, "I will go in and see if there is a buffet. If there isn't a buffet, I will go to the Japanese and Korean restaurant on the twenty-eighth floor for Japanese cuisine. The online reviews say their Japanese food is quite good"

Ding Haijun pondered, "So it seems that as Chen Youming's official position has grown, his courage has diminished; he has become increasingly timid and less responsible?"

Li Yijun found that he was not very difficult to get along with, and he grinned, saying: "Thank you, Brother Han!"

The pressure of local resettlement is significant, which is quite normal, as long as the salary is adequate. Ding Haijun did not wish to continue discussing this topic and opened the door to the room: "Xiao Han, it seems you are completely unaware of the transfer matter."

The middle-aged man was taken aback by the question. As he stepped out of the elevator, he self-deprecatingly remarked, "Xiao Han, I am no longer a political commissar. You might not believe it, but I am now just the vice principal of a vocational education center in Chonggang District. If I have let my own work come to this point, do you think I can have a meaningful conversation with the leaders of the Public Security Bureau and persuade them to accept you?"

Ding Haijun handed over a bottle of mineral water, took out a cigarette, and sat down opposite him: "You must know why Chen Youming insists on transferring you back."

It is already quite good to be able to meet him, after all, he is also a leader of the municipal bureau. However, on the other hand, if he does not meet you, it would be difficult for Secretary Guan to explain if he asks about it in the future

The Deputy Secretary of the Municipal Political and Legal Committee, the matters related to your work are being handled with the assistance of Secretary Guan

Let's eat

Is it really something remarkable to be assigned to an urban police station?

What is the purpose of going to a hotel

Li Cainiao's smug demeanor greatly annoyed Han Xin, who reminded him: "Hurry up and eat, or it will get cold."

I met with them, exchanged a few words about retiring without fading, changing uniforms without changing hearts, and working diligently in the new position to strive for new achievements. Then I was taken to complete the formalities, and after finishing the procedures, I was taken to receive my police uniform

In fact, Han Xin did not go to the buffet restaurant, nor did he visit any Japanese or Korean restaurants. Instead, he climbed the stairs to the second floor of the hotel and followed the arrow on a conference sign at the stairway entrance, heading straight to the entrance of a multifunctional hall

Which Secretary Guan is this, and what does it have to do with that Secretary Guan

This point must be acknowledged, and Han Xin was left speechless.