“They’ve all withdrawn, Mayor Lu. I’ve already criticized them severely.”
Zheng Jingming said respectfully, yet somewhat cautiously, to Lu Wanchao.
He couldn’t help but be careful. From Mayor Lu’s tone with him, it was clear he was very dissatisfied with Lushui District’s handling of the emergency, and it had also given him, the District Party Secretary, a bad impression.
If that young police officer hadn’t stepped in at the crucial moment, he might really have been removed from his position because of this incident. Hmm, he needed to get to know that officer better later.
“Good!” Lu Wanchao nodded slightly.
Seeing the Relocation Team and people from Quandé Group retreat in disarray, the villagers immediately erupted in cheers.
“The Relocation Team has all left, fellow villagers. Now we can have a good talk, right? Feel free to state any demands you have.”
He smiled and said loudly to the dense crowd of villagers.
“Mayor Lu, we are willing to trust you. We only want to talk with you.”
“Alright, I’m here to solve problems for everyone. Feel free to state any demands you have. If I can solve them, I will not shirk responsibility. However, we can’t just stand here and talk, can we? How about this, we go to your village committee to talk? But with so many people, the village committee definitely won’t fit everyone. I suggest you send village representatives to participate.” Lu Wanchao said, striking while the iron was hot.
“We’ll listen to Mayor Lu.”
“Thank you, Mayor Lu, for standing up for us!”
The villagers responded joyfully, and having received the mayor’s promise, a small number of people dispersed in twos and threes, returning home. However, most walked towards the Baihe Village Committee. They clearly did not trust the so-called village representatives, or rather, felt that the village representatives could not truly represent their wishes.
They had to go and see for themselves to truly feel at ease.
Regardless, a mass incident that almost caused a terrible disaster was finally resolved. Leaders at the city, district, and town levels all breathed a huge sigh of relief.
That feeling of watching the situation develop uncontrollably yet being powerless was too awful. They never wanted to experience it again.
On the other side, just as Lu Wanchao ordered the police to withdraw, Jiang Yonghui did not leave, because he was the village police officer assigned to Baihe Village. His work, besides the station, was Baihe Village.
Moreover, Baihe Village itself belonged to the jurisdiction of Wuyuan Police Station, so the people from Wuyuan Police Station also did not withdraw.
Seeing the matter resolved satisfactorily, Jiang Yonghui was very happy, and when he saw Zhang Pengfei’s slightly simple and honest face approaching, he was even happier.
In this life, Zhang Pengfei did not die, and neither did the others. That was truly good!
The tragic incident that caused 11 deaths and 136 injuries in the previous life did not happen in this life.
The trajectory of history had deviated from its original path because of his appearance. He didn’t know if this was good or bad, but at the moment he saw the smile on Zhang Pengfei’s face, his heart stirred.
If his rebirth could prevent some bad things from happening, then no matter the consequences, he was willing to do it.
“What are you thinking about, kid?”
Just as Jiang Yonghui’s thoughts were soaring, a slightly deep voice sounded behind him.
He turned his head and immediately his eyes reddened, almost crying.
“Station Chief Gao, you’re still… alive and kicking!”
“Hey, how are you talking, kid? Can’t you speak properly? Of course I’m alive and kicking, bah, of course I’m in great health and full of spirit!”
The person who came clenched his fist and lightly struck Jiang Yonghui’s chest twice, trying his best to appear calm, but the upturned corners of his mouth couldn’t be suppressed.
Nothing else!
Wuyuan Police Station had been praised by the leaders. To be precise, it was because police officer Jiang Yonghui, in a critical moment, bravely drew his gun and acted decisively, timely stopping this mass incident and saving the people from danger. He received unanimous praise from leaders at all levels in the city and district.
As the director of Wuyuan Police Station, Gao Changsheng felt honored!
He shared in the glory!
Because Jiang Yonghui was not only a police officer at Wuyuan Police Station, but also his apprentice whom he personally mentored when he was deputy director!
As a master, there was nothing more gratifying than seeing his apprentice succeed.
Jiang Yonghui looked at the man with the upturned corners of his mouth in front of him and couldn’t help but embrace him.
He choked out, “Master!”
In the previous life, just two months after he took the blame and left Wuyuan Police Station, Gao Changsheng was unfortunately shot and killed at the age of 35 while pursuing Qin Yuanshan, a Ministry of Public Security Class A fugitive who had infiltrated Wuyuan Town.
When he heard the bad news, it was as if he had been struck by lightning. He was dazed for a week before finally recovering.
At the station, it wasn’t just because Gao Changsheng was his master and treated him the best, but also because Gao Changsheng understood him and supported him.
“Hey, hey, what are you doing, kid? Let go of me, you… I didn’t hit you! You’re a grown man, why are you crying? Aren’t you ashamed? People will laugh!”
Gao Changsheng was unprepared for Jiang Yonghui’s move and didn’t dodge, getting a solid hug. He tried to break free twice but couldn’t. While surprised by Jiang Yonghui’s strength, he was also puzzled by Jiang Yonghui’s state.
This kid should be happy, why is he crying? So effeminate.
Jiang Yonghui released his emotions, then somewhat sheepishly let go of Gao Changsheng. Disregarding the surprised looks of those around him, he pulled Gao Changsheng to a less crowded area.
“Master, it’s really good to see you.”
“No, no, no, kid, can you not be so mushy? I’m getting goosebumps, I can’t stand it. What’s up? Speak.” Gao Changsheng saw Jiang Yonghui like this and thought he had something to ask for. Whenever he needed a favor before, this kid would act like this.
“Nothing.”
“Are you sure there’s nothing?”
“Really nothing.”
“There can be something!”
“There really isn’t.”
…
Gao Changsheng looked at Jiang Yonghui with a suspicious gaze. This kid was definitely not right today, but he couldn’t pinpoint what was wrong.
It was just strange.
As he was about to press for an answer, he saw someone approaching, immediately paused, and hurried to greet them.
Jiang Yonghui looked up and saw that it was Mayor Lu Wanchao, District Party Secretary Zheng Jingming, and other city, district, and town level leaders, all surrounding one person, walking towards him.
And looking at his position and the attitude of those around him, Jiang Yonghui had basically determined who the person was.
The group came closer, and the man at the very front asked directly, “I am Yang Guohua. Young comrade, what is your name?”
Indeed!
Yang Guohua, Yangcheng City Party Secretary, who eventually retired from the position of Governor of Xichuan Province, a high-ranking official at the ministerial level!
“Hello, Secretary Yang, Mayor Lu, and all leaders. My name is Jiang Yonghui, and I am a police officer at Wuyuan Police Station,” Jiang Yonghui replied neither obsequiously nor arrogantly.
“Comrade Xiao Jiang, I’ve heard all about it. You really helped your Secretary Zheng a lot today, otherwise he would have been in big trouble. I’ll have him give you credit.”
Yang Guohua said with a kind smile, like a friendly uncle next door, but anyone familiar with officialdom knew the deterrent power of the nickname “Iron-faced Yang.” He had always been known for his strictness.
“Thank you, Secretary Yang. This is my duty. As a police officer, it is my responsibility to protect the safety of people’s lives and property. I dare not take credit.” Jiang Yonghui was not just saying pretty words; he was simply speaking the truth.
And the fact that Zhang Pengfei, Huang Yong, Zhang Yongli, and others were alive and well, and that this tragic event did not happen, was the greatest reward for him!
Of course, if he could also gain Secretary Yang’s favor, that would be even better—!
“What a fine sentiment, to take the protection of people’s lives and property as your responsibility. Excellent, excellent. Xiao Jiang, where did you graduate from?” Yang Guohua looked at the vibrant and spirited young police officer in front of him, his eyes flashing with a bright light, and he immediately felt a desire to recruit talent.
As for whether he was feigning it or speaking from the heart, as an old hand at recognizing, assessing, employing, managing, and disciplining people, he could tell.
The young man’s words were sincere and not feigned.
“Beijing People’s University, Chinese Language and Literature major.”
“Then why did you become a police officer? Your major doesn’t match, does it?”
Yang Guohua looked surprised. To be admitted to Beijing People’s University, one must be considered a top student. Even if one pursued a career in officialdom, various provincial and municipal departments would surely be scrambling to recruit them. Why would he choose to be a small police officer?
“Secretary Yang, that’s a long story. To put it simply, first, I had a dream of being a police officer when I was a child; second, when I was about to graduate, the city was recruiting, so I just signed up for an exam that didn’t limit majors and took it. I didn’t expect to pass, and I thought being a police officer wasn’t bad, so I came.” Jiang Yonghui answered truthfully.
Yang Guohua thought to himself, “Really? Good heavens, he just casually passed the civil service exam? That’s a bit boastful, a bit immodest, kid. Back in my day…”
Then he remembered that the other party graduated from Beijing People’s University, and his learning and exam-taking abilities were beyond doubt, so he was no longer surprised.
He smiled and patted Jiang Yonghui’s shoulder, saying, “You’re a good young man, Comrade Xiao Jiang, I’ll remember you! Keep up the good work! I believe we will meet again.”
After speaking, he led the group of people grandly towards the village committee.
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