This plot twist... was too fast!
Old Wu paused, then emphasized his words to make sure everyone could hear him clearly.
"Captain Sheng was ambushed and seriously wounded while arresting the notorious criminal Wang Ming, his life hanging by a thread! It was Comrade Xu Kuo who, disregarding his own safety, immediately used his superb medical skills—those miraculous silver needles—to stop Captain Sheng's bleeding and stabilize his condition! If it weren't for Comrade Xu Kuo's timely intervention, Captain Sheng might have..."
Old Wu didn't say anything more, but his meaning was already clear.
"Moreover!" Old Wu changed the subject, his voice becoming even more forceful.
"It was precisely because Chief Yuan of the County Public Security Bureau recognized Comrade Xu Kuo's ability and sense of responsibility that he made an exception and appointed him as the acting captain of the temporary investigation team, giving him full authority to investigate the Wang Ming case! The so-called 'murderer' claim is pure nonsense! It's malicious slander by people with ulterior motives! Anyone who dares to spread rumors and defame Captain Xu is going against our entire County Public Security Bureau!"
boom!
Old Wu's words were powerful and resounding, completely dispelling the last shred of doubt in the villagers' hearts.
"So...so that's the truth!"
"Young Xu... no, Captain Xu! Not only did he not harm anyone, he also saved a high-ranking police officer!"
"My God! No wonder Elder Yuan personally appointed him as the captain! His abilities are... off the charts!"
For a moment, the villagers looked at Xu Kuo with awe.
Those who had previously harbored resentment or jealousy towards Xu Kuo because of his corn seed improvement and the establishment of stalls were now terrified, sweating profusely and wishing they could disappear into the ground.
To provoke such a powerful figure is like an old man hanging himself – courting death!
Seeing the clear change in the villagers' emotions, Xu Kuo's expression improved; his goal had been achieved.
He turned to Lao Wu, his tone softening: "Thanks, Lao Wu."
"Captain Xu, you're too kind! It's all I should do!" Old Wu quickly waved his hand, his attitude extremely respectful. "Since things here have been mostly settled, I'll head back now?"
He glanced at the sky and added, "By the way, Captain Xu, Old Yuan instructed you to go to the county public security office first thing tomorrow morning. There are some tasks that need to be handed over."
"Understood." Xu Kuo nodded in agreement, indicating that Old Wu could leave.
After Old Wu left, the security chief, who had been standing by without daring to breathe, quickly came over again, his face full of fawning smiles, and his back bent even lower.
"Captain Xu... Captain Xu! Is there anything else I can do for you here? Should I send someone to watch over these thugs while they work?"
Just kidding! This is the newly appointed acting captain!
I almost offended someone to death just now. If I don't hurry up and curry favor, what am I waiting for?!
The section chief was making his own calculations.
Xu Kuo glanced at him and waved his hand impatiently: "No need, this is none of your business, go back."
"Yes, yes, yes! Then... then I won't bother you any longer, Captain Xu!" The section chief was rebuffed, but dared not complain in the slightest. On the contrary, he felt that Xu Kuo's impatient attitude was more in line with the demeanor of a "big shot".
He quickly offered a few more compliments, spouting nonsense like "Captain Xu is young and promising" and "has a bright future," before slinking away with his equally trembling subordinates.
Once the security personnel left, the villagers who had been watching lost their excitement. Coupled with their respect and fear of Xu Kuo, they dared not linger any longer and dispersed in twos and threes, discussing and sighing among themselves.
Soon, only a few injured people, including Xu Kuo, Niu Erbao, and Tan Wang, remained at the scene, along with a few thugs in the distance who were clumsily replanting corn seedlings under Li Tie's desperate and fearful supervision in the greenhouse.
The next day, early morning.
As agreed, Xu Kuo arrived at the county public security office.
Before he even stepped into the office building, he saw a scene that surprised him—a large group of uniformed police officers, looking anxious, were gathered outside the office of Captain Sheng, the newly appointed captain of the Public Security Bureau, who should still be recovering in the hospital!
Some of these people were carrying folders, while others were holding notebooks. They gathered in twos and threes, whispering among themselves, their faces showing urgency and anticipation.
"Hey! Captain Xu is here!"
Someone with sharp eyes spotted Xu Kuo first and immediately shouted it out.
"Whoosh—!"
Almost instantly, everyone's eyes turned to Xu Kuo with great enthusiasm.
The next second, before Xu Kuo could react, the group of police officers surged over like a tide and surrounded him!
"Captain Xu! This is the case of the burglary at Old Zhang's house in the west of the city. The trail goes cold here. Can you take a look?"
"Captain Xu! And this is for me! It's about the reconnaissance of Wang Ming's accomplices' hiding place. Could you give me directions?"
"Captain Xu! This is a joint investigation report from the Nanguan Police Station, involving a mobile gang from a neighboring county!"
"Captain Xu! Mine! Mine! This case is even more urgent!"
In an instant, a cacophony of voices erupted like a bombardment, and files and case reports of varying thicknesses were handed to Xu Kuo like snowflakes, almost overwhelming him!
Xu Kuo was completely stunned when he saw the mountain of files in front of him, smelled the distinctive ink of the paper, and listened to the noisy reports around him!
Being an acting team leader... and I have to deal with so much clutter?!
He felt a chill run down his spine; he had never encountered such tedious paperwork and case analysis before!
This is completely different from the "captain" he had imagined!
Just as Xu Kuo was scrambling around, somewhat bewildered by this sudden surge of "work enthusiasm,"
Several older, seemingly experienced police officers stood on the periphery of the crowd, arms crossed, their eyes filled with disdain.
"Hmph, just a greenhorn!"
"Your medical skills are impressive, and you're ruthless in a fight, but can you solve cases with just those skills?"
"Look at how helpless he is, he doesn't even know how to read the case files, and he's the team leader? What a joke!"
They knew perfectly well that this kid in front of them was good at fighting and treating people, and might be a prodigy, but when it came to unraveling mysteries and solving cases, he was probably not even as good as a new recruit!
It seems that Mr. Yuan has misjudged the situation this time!
"What are you all doing gathered here?!"
Just then, a calm and powerful voice rang out, and Yuan Guoyao walked over unhurriedly with his hands behind his back.
Upon seeing Yuen Kwok-yiu, the veteran police officers immediately went to greet him.
"Mr. Yuan! You've arrived!" One of the most senior officers, with graying hair, couldn't help but speak, his words carrying a hint of admonition.
“Old Yuan, you see… Captain Xu… although he’s very capable, not just anyone can do the work of the detective team. With so many cases piling up, affecting the entire county’s security, we can’t afford to be careless! Perhaps… you should reconsider?”
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