Chapter 9

Fourth Patrol Brigade of Beisong District.

At 8:30 in the morning, the patrol officers gathered in the meeting room for the usual roll call. The patrol officers did not need to attend the roll call.

More than thirty patrol officers, all seasoned veterans, responded lazily to the roll call.

After Deputy Brigade Leader Li Yan finished the roll call, he noticed that Han Lao Mei was not there. He skillfully marked an X on the roster.

A hint of a cold smile appeared on Li Yan's face. This fat man was too close to Du Tao, and this time he was probably in trouble.

This was a good thing. With Du Tao dead, his position would be vacant. Han Lao Mei was slick and devious, and his death would save food.

As soon as Li Yan announced the dismissal, several patrol officers gathered around. An old patrol officer, Shi Ming, held a copy of the Linhai Daily and asked, "Old Li, I see it says that Old Du is dead?"

On the second page of the Linhai Daily, there was a large photo. In the center was Deputy Chief Mu Guofeng of the branch bureau, and next to him was a middle-aged man in a black windbreaker. On the side was the profile of a handsome young man.

The black-and-white photo was blurry, but the profile was very distinctive.

Li Yan immediately recognized it as the new patrol officer, Gao Qian.

Everyone who had met Gao Qian was deeply impressed by this handsome and neat young patrol officer.

Gao Qian was always polite and extremely courteous. To the people of Linhai, who were known for their fierce nature, Gao Qian seemed a bit too soft.

This was also Li Yan's impression of Gao Qian.

A few days ago, Gao Qian had caught a few drug dealers. Li Yan knew they were Black Tiger Gang's goods, and he thought Gao Qian was in for trouble.

Unexpectedly, Gao Qian had powerful backing.

This time, he not only brought down the Black Tiger Gang but also eliminated Du Tao.

The newspaper reported that Du Tao died heroically in the anti-crime battle, killed by a member of the Black Tiger Gang. This was simply a lie.

Everyone in the Fourth Patrol Brigade knew that Du Tao and Duan Heihu were as close as brothers. The idea of Du Tao fighting the Black Tiger Gang was a joke.

Li Yan pushed away the newspaper in Shi Ming's hand, "Don't ask what you shouldn't. Wait for official notice."

Seeing Li Yan's serious expression, Shi Ming pursed his lips and didn't dare to say anything more.

After Li Yan left, the patrol officers gathered around the newspaper, discussing heatedly.

"Old Du was killed by the Black Tiger Gang? This is too funny!"

"Old Du was evil, and he deserved to die!"

"I've always disliked him. Good riddance, good riddance..."

Du Tao was dictatorial and greedy, and everyone in the patrol brigade hated him.

When they heard the news of Du Tao's death, the meeting room was as lively as a New Year's celebration.

Shi Ming, with his broad face, showed disdain, "Are you all stupid? Look carefully, the key is Gao Qian!"

"Old Du is dead, the Black Tiger Gang is gone, and Gao Qian is about to get a promotion and a raise!"

Having been in the patrol brigade for decades, Shi Ming had some insight. Looking at the photo in the newspaper, he was almost certain that Gao Qian had strong backing and had won this time.

The other patrol officers were indifferent, "What does it matter if Gao Qian has backing?"

"Is he going to give us a promotion and a raise?"

"Who cares about his background..."

Shi Ming was speechless. These fools, with Gao Qian having support, it would be easy for him to become their captain.

By getting close to him early, he could benefit in the future. But there was no need to explain this to these fools.

As the patrol officers were discussing, Shi Ming heard the rumble of a motorcycle outside the window. The deep and powerful sound was definitely from Gao Qian's Wild Wolf motorcycle.

There were only a few of these rugged and powerful motorcycles in Linhai. When Gao Qian first came to work, everyone was amazed by his motorcycle.

Shi Ming saw Gao Qian park his motorcycle and hurriedly greeted him, "You're here."

Gao Qian was a bit surprised. Shi Ming usually called him "Xiao Gao." Why was he so attentive today? Oh, it must be because the news about Du Tao had spread.

He nodded at Shi Ming, "Brother Shi, is there something?"

"Nothing, nothing..."

Shi Ming smiled, his broad face and natural ruddy complexion making him look both friendly and honest.

He handed the newspaper to Gao Qian, "You're in the newspaper, and you look so handsome in the photo!"

Gao Qian took a look and, sure enough, there he was.

As Shi Ming said, the profile was indeed handsome...

Young Gao Qian was originally quite ordinary, but the Vajra Divine Power Sutra he practiced was incredibly profound, making his body perfectly proportioned and his appearance and physique far superior to the average person.

Gao Qian always felt that practicing the Vajra Divine Power Sutra was worth it every time he looked in the mirror.

Shi Ming praised, "The Black Tiger Gang has been a menace for years. Thanks to you, they have been eliminated, and the people are free from this great harm! You are truly amazing!"

As he spoke, Shi Ming gave a thumbs up.

Gao Qian couldn't help but laugh. Shi Ming had indeed read and studied, and his flattery was a notch above the other patrol officers.

He humbly replied, "It's all thanks to the leadership of the branch bureau. I just cooperated."

Gao Qian sighed, "It's a pity that Captain Du sacrificed himself heroically in the fight against the Black Tiger Gang..."

"Yes, yes..."

Shi Ming nodded in agreement, but in his heart, he sighed. Du Tao and the Black Tiger Gang were eliminated, and Gao Qian was definitely involved. But this kid sure knew how to talk!

Damn, no wonder he was a top graduate from the Patrol Academy!

Shi Ming escorted Gao Qian to the office door but didn't dare to follow him in. After all, there were other patrol officers in the office.

He was a third-level patrol officer with plenty of seniority. Flattering Gao Qian was fine, but doing so in front of other patrol officers would be embarrassing.

When Gao Qian entered, the other three patrol officers in the office greeted him warmly.

This warm reception was very different from the past.

Even a patrol officer like Shi Ming could see the change, and the patrol officers were even more perceptive.

The all-powerful Du Tao had been easily brought down, showing how formidable the new arrival, Gao Qian, was.

They, of course, had to be respectful to such a powerful person. However, they wouldn't be as direct as Shi Ming.

Du Tao's power in the Fourth Patrol Brigade was backed by someone.

To get close to Gao Qian, they needed to wait until he was firmly established. Rushing in now could easily get them into trouble.

Their small frames couldn't withstand any storms.

Gao Qian chatted amicably with the patrol officers, who flattered him. The atmosphere was very pleasant.

In just a few minutes, Gao Qian and the others became close. Their relationship had upgraded from indifference to enthusiastic work partners.

Deputy Brigade Leader Li Yan entered the office and saw the usually quiet patrol officers now chatting warmly.

Li Yan nodded politely at Gao Qian, "Gao Qian, come, I need to talk to you. Is it a good time?"

The patrol officers understood and said, "We'll go out for some fresh air. Deputy Brigade Leader, you talk..."

After the patrol officers left, Li Yan closed the door and smiled warmly at Gao Qian, "Deputy Chief Mu wants to see you. Go to the branch bureau to meet the leadership. Don't be nervous. Deputy Chief Mu is strict but a good person..."

Li Yan was exceptionally kind to Gao Qian. Regardless of his future, he couldn't afford to offend Gao Qian now.

"Thank you, Deputy Brigade Leader Li. I'll go now."

Gao Qian politely saw Li Yan off and then rode his motorcycle out of the patrol brigade compound.

Linhai was divided into Beisong and Nanjiang districts. Beisong District was slightly smaller, so the patrol brigade was one level lower.

Despite this, the Beisong Patrol Branch Bureau had a grand and modern office building.

The front courtyard was filled with dozens of patrol vehicles, and there were many people coming and going.

Gao Qian had been here once when he reported for duty and knew the layout.

He went straight to the eighth-floor office of the chief. He knocked lightly, and a somewhat deep voice from inside said, "Come in."

Gao Qian pushed the door open and saw Deputy Chief Mu Guofeng sitting behind a large desk. He was wearing glasses and seemed to be reading a document.

As deputy chief of the branch bureau, Mu Guofeng was in charge of public security and held significant power. He was a top-ranking figure in Linhai's judicial system.

The office was spacious, with modern and simple furniture and decorations. Behind Mu Guofeng's desk hung a banner: "Serve the Public."

Gao Qian saluted in a standard posture, "Deputy Chief, Gao Qian reporting for duty."

Mu Guofeng looked at Gao Qian coldly. It was too dark and late last night to get a good look at this new, bold patrol officer.

He had the nerve to take down Captain Du Tao. What a bold and wild move!