How...how is this possible?!
It was clearly a jumble of needles... how could it... have woken up?!
This defies medical logic! This is impossible!
Xu Kuo stopped what he was doing, glanced at the distraught doctor, and spoke indifferently.
"Now, do you still think I'm just randomly sticking needles in your needles? Ha, with your pitiful understanding, you dare to talk about acupuncture?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Xu Kuo's fingers flew like lightning, swiftly pulling out the silver needles from Sheng Xu's body one by one. His movements were fluid and graceful, without drawing a single drop of blood.
"Alright." Xu Kuo put away the silver needles as if he had only done a trivial matter.
"His life has been saved, but he lost too much blood. His lung infection is under control now. All that's left is rest and nutrition. His constitution is severely weakened; he won't be able to get out of bed for at least a month."
The attending physician subconsciously glanced at the electrocardiogram monitor next to him, only to see that the waveform on it had become stable and strong, and the vital signs data had miraculously returned to a relatively safe range!
It's several times better than when he tried every means to maintain it before!
The undeniable facts are right before our eyes!
Feeling the questioning and probing gazes from those around him, the attending physician felt utterly ashamed.
He had just been swearing that Xu Kuo was killing people, but in the blink of an eye, he saved their lives!
This made him wish he could disappear into a crack in the ground!
Xu Kuo slowly walked up to the doctor, raised his hand, and seemingly casually patted his shoulder, his words carrying a hint of earnestness and playfulness.
"Doctor, if you don't understand something, then read and learn more. Don't mistake ignorance for personality and make a big fuss about it everywhere. Otherwise, you'll only be embarrassing yourself."
The attending physician staggered from the slap, his face turning from red to white, then from white to green. His lips trembled, but he couldn't utter a single word in rebuttal. He could only lower his once proud head, feeling utterly ashamed.
"Alright, now that Captain Sheng is alright, I should be going."
Xu Kuo glanced at Sheng Xu, who was resting with his eyes closed again on the hospital bed, but whose breathing was steady, then turned to leave. Back in Kaoshantun, Jiang Xiuying and the others were still waiting.
"Comrade Xu Kuo! Please wait a moment!" Yuan Guoyao quickly stepped forward and stopped him.
He looked deeply at Xu Kuo, his eyes filled with gratitude, awe, and a complex emotion that was hard to describe.
He gave a solemn salute: "Comrade Xu Kuo, thank you so much this time! You not only saved Lao Sheng's life, but you also saved our entire Public Security Bureau! I, Yuan Guoyao, and all of us comrades will remember this kindness!"
Xu Kuo waved his hand casually, not taking credit for it.
"Director Yuan, you flatter me. It was nothing. If you really want to thank me, please catch Wang Ming and his gang of thugs as soon as possible and bring them to justice. Don't give them any more chances to harm society. That's more meaningful than any thanks."
Upon hearing this, Yuan Guoyao's eyes flashed, as if he had made up his mind.
He pondered for a moment, then suddenly spoke, uttering something astonishing.
"Comrade Xu Kuo, Lao Sheng is seriously injured this time and I'm afraid he won't be able to lead the investigation team for a while. The task of capturing Wang Ming is urgent, and we can't be without a leader... I... I would like to request that you temporarily act as the captain of our county public security bureau's investigation team! Lead everyone to bring Wang Ming and his gang to justice!"
"What?!"
These words stunned not only the police officers, but also Zhou Changke!
The police officers were in an uproar, looking at Yuen Kwok-yiu as if he were a madman!
"My God! Has Mr. Yuan suffered too much shock and lost his mind?!"
"Let Xu Kuo be the captain?! He... he's just a farmer from the countryside! Although he can fight and knows some miraculous medical skills... this is a detective captain! He's responsible for arresting criminals and investigating cases! Does he know anything about investigation? Does he know anything about interrogation?!"
"This...this is ridiculous! Any old police officer would be more suitable than him!"
For a moment, all the police officers thought it was simply unbelievable!
However, to everyone's surprise, Xu Kuo merely raised an eyebrow and gave a playful smile in response to this groundbreaking proposal.
"A detective captain? Interesting..."
Xu Kuo's mind raced. Wang Ming, this malignant tumor, would eventually become a menace if not eliminated, especially since he had threatened revenge, which posed a threat to the safety of Xiuya and the others.
Instead of waiting passively, it's better to take the initiative.
Having this identity will make things much easier, and mobilizing resources will be more legitimate.
Furthermore...it seems the system also has related tasks that can be triggered...
He looked at Yuan Guoyao, met the other's earnest and expectant gaze, and slowly nodded, his words calm yet carrying an undeniable force: "Alright, I'll take on this acting captain role."
Seeing that Xu Kuo actually nodded in agreement, Yuan Guoyao's tense nerves suddenly relaxed, and his face showed undisguised relief and excitement!
That's great! With Xu Kuo in charge, we have a much better chance of capturing Wang Ming!
This kid is a real pillar of strength!
"Excellent! Comrade Xu Kuo truly has a sense of responsibility!"
Yuan Guoyao clapped his hands loudly, "From now on, you are the acting captain of the criminal investigation team of our county public security bureau! You are fully responsible for the pursuit of Wang Ming!"
However, as soon as Yuen Kwok-yiu finished speaking, the police officers next to him could no longer contain themselves and started making a fuss!
"Director Yuan! This...this is absolutely unacceptable!"
"Yes, Chief! We are grateful to Comrade Xu Kuo for saving Captain Sheng, but this detective captain position... is not a game!"
"He... he's not part of our system, he's never done reconnaissance before, how can he lead a team to arrest people? That's against the rules!"
"If something goes wrong, who will take responsibility?!"
Are you kidding me?!
Why appoint a farmer as a detective captain?
Even if he's good at fighting and has some strange medical skills, capturing fugitives relies on brains and experience!
Is he capable? Has Director Yuan gone blinded by victory?
The officers chattered amongst themselves, their eyes filled with doubt and confusion, and even a hint of barely perceptible resistance.
Yuan Guoyao frowned sharply, looked around, his face darkened, and an imposing aura emanated from him.
"Shut up, all of you!" he shouted sternly, his voice not loud, but carrying an undeniable authority.
"Rules are rules, but people are flexible! What time is it now? This is a critical period! Captain Sheng is seriously injured, Wang Ming is on the run, and could commit another crime at any time! What we need are people who can solve problems! Didn't you see Comrade Xu Kuo's abilities just now? He even pulled Captain Sheng back from the brink of death, so what's a few clowns to catch?!"
He stared intently at the officers who were leading the opposition: "Anyone who disagrees? Fine! Show me what you're capable of, even better than Comrade Xu Kuo! Whoever can guarantee that Wang Ming will be brought back within three days, he'll be the captain!"
His words were forceful and resounding, leaving the police officers speechless and exchanging bewildered glances.
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