Diary of a Criminal Investigator-Chapter 400: What Are You All Looking At?!

"My new colleagues, some of you are graduates from police academies, others have specialized in the military; some are locals from Haizhou City, while others come from outside, from all over. I want to say that no matter where everyone comes from, joining the Haizhou City Public Security Bureau’s Criminal Investigation Team means we are one family."

"In our future work, we will fight against vicious criminals. I hope everyone sharpens their skills, hones their willpower, and isn’t afraid of hardship, fatigue, bleeding, or sacrifice. Let’s uphold the iron army spirit of Haizhou City’s Criminal Investigation Team."

"Next, let’s have Lu Chuan, who joined last year, speak."

The eyes of ten people were all fixed on Lu Chuan.

Young.

That was everyone’s first impression, as young as they were.

Handsome.

More handsome than most.

"Dear new colleagues, hello, my name is Lu Chuan. Welcome to the big family of Haizhou City’s Criminal Investigation Team."

"On this day last year, I joined the Haizhou City’s Criminal Investigation Team full of dreams and aspirations, just like you all."

"I want to tell you that Haizhou City’s Criminal Investigation Team is a united community, a battlefield that tests willpower and hones fighting spirit."

"Our daily work involves dealing with all kinds of vicious criminal suspects."

"Last year, Haizhou City’s Criminal Investigation Team solved more than ten major cases, ranking among the top in the province."

"I personally had a broad stage to demonstrate my abilities, earning two first-class individual merits, two second-class individual merits, one third-class individual merit, and three commendations during the process of solving cases."

Before he finished speaking, the eyes of the ten people widened like bronze bells.

Is this a joke?

He joined just one year earlier, and he achieved so much merit, including two first-class merits?

Is it this easy to earn merit as a police officer now?

Lan Bingyu was even more incredulous. She had won a second-class individual merit in the military, which she had always been proud of.

The process of earning that second-class individual merit was so perilous that she almost lost her life. Lan Bingyu would never forget it in her lifetime.

Yet, this young policeman on stage, who seemed to be around her age, had earned two first-class individual merits, two second-class individual merits, one third-class individual merit, and three commendations in just a year. What has this guy been doing?

Of course, even though everyone was shocked and even found it hard to believe, nobody stood up to refute it.

Such merits aren’t just given away like cabbages for having connections. If someone can earn all these merits, there must be a reason.

"In the days to come, I hope to contribute alongside everyone to the development of Haizhou City’s Criminal Investigation Team, ensuring the peace and safety of Haizhou’s citizens and safeguarding their property."

In fact, Lu Chuan didn’t say much. He just shared some formal words and recited his achievements, finishing in less than three minutes.

But the effect was quite shocking. Qin Yong looked at the expressions of the ten people below, feeling very satisfied.

That’s the way it should be, to look up to Comrade Lu Chuan.

The newcomers should have the fighting spirit and courage to push forward without fear.

"Alright, today’s welcome ceremony concludes here. I hope everyone works diligently in the future, strives to improve, and learns from the advanced."

After the meeting, the ten people were assigned to their respective groups.

This year’s allocation wasn’t as evenly distributed as last year, with roles in the action groups, crime scene investigation, and internal duties. This year, these ten individuals were equally divided into Action Group 1 and Action Group 2, with five in each group.

Last year, the Criminal Investigation Team faced many cases, and Action Groups 1 and 2 were noticeably understaffed to handle major cases.

In the middle of the year, Qin Yong had to allocate personnel from other action groups to Groups 1 and 2, yet it still wasn’t enough. This time, the ten individuals were just right for these two groups.

Starting one’s police career in the major crimes unit is beneficial for these individuals’ growth. As long as they can withstand these trials, they will become capable experts in the future.

In the large office of Action Group 2, Ren Qiang clapped his hands: "Everyone, pause what you’re doing and come over."

"These are the newcomers assigned to our Criminal Investigation Team this year. From now on, they will be in Action Group 2 with us, so let’s get to know each other."

Zhang Hui and the others looked at the five individuals led by the tall girl, Lan Bingyu, who lined up and began introducing themselves.

"My name is Lan Bingyu, I’m 24 years old, and I’m retired from the special forces. I’m skilled in solo combat operations such as offensive combat, demolition, and jungle tracking."

Wow, that’s a trump card.

Most of the members of Action Group 2 were rough guys. Lan Bingyu was one of the few female comrades, but her height, over 1.9 meters, was the tallest among everyone.

Moreover, her face was resolute, her eyes bright, and she spoke with vigor, while her skills were quite interesting, piquing everyone’s interest.

After the other four introduced themselves, Ren Qiang clapped his hands: "Alright, everyone applaud to welcome the new colleagues!"

"You five, clean up the office for now."

The newcomers naturally didn’t have any desks yet, even if they did, there’d be no use for them.

Zhang Hui, with his seniority, seldom used one; it was just a place to sit, let alone for newcomers.

The action group’s battlefield is outside. Staying cooped up in the office doesn’t solve cases.

"Zhang Hui, Sun Jian, Fu Biao, Chen Hu, Wang Zhi, come over."

They exchanged glances, knowing what needed to be done.

As expected, inside the office, Ren Qiang appointed them one by one: "Each of you takes one."

"Zhang Hui, you take the tall one."

Hmm?

Zhang Hui was stunned, having just thought about not wanting to take the big one.

Although she came from the special forces, she’s still a female comrade, and Action Group 2 frequently traveled and staked out, which made taking a female along inconvenient.

"Boss, it’s not suitable, I’m a big guy..."

"There’s nothing unsuitable. You take her. Xiaolan has meritorious service in the military and combat experience. If you guide her well, she’ll be independent, and the combat effectiveness of our Action Group 2’s female comrades is too low. It’s too dangerous during field assignments."

Ren Qiang’s attitude was firm, leaving Zhang Hui unable to retort.

Zhang Hui sulkily went out and looked at the five individuals.

The four young men were cleaning, under the direction of Lan Bingyu.

"This isn’t right. In our unit, we clean this with toothbrushes."

"And this, the table leg... why are you so clumsy? Watch me!"

"Scrub, scrub, scrub, see? Isn’t that better?"

"Bro, you’re not doing it right. Come lift weights with me tomorrow and you’ll be strong, capturing bad guys one by one."

By then, Lan Bingyu had already taken off her police uniform, wearing a set of sportswear inside, crouching down...

"What are you all looking at?"

Zhang Hui bellowed into the office.

What kind of looks are you giving my trainee?

If you keep looking, I’ll dig your eyeballs out for marbles!