https://novelcool.info/chapter/Chapter-355-Internal-and-External-Affairs-Wishing-Everyone-a-Happy-New-Year-/12979723/
Chapter 356: Chief Instructor (Wishing Everyone a Happy New Year!)
Chapter 356: Chief Instructor (Wishing Everyone a Happy New Year!)
Upon hearing that Instructor Che wanted to meet Chen Chuan, Aunt Yu couldn't help but feel a bit concerned. She asked, "Why does he want to see Chan'er?"
Chen Chuan smiled and said, "It's nothing, Auntie. Instructor Che and Uncle are colleagues in the bureau. Since he's come to our door, he's a guest. I'll go and meet him."
Uncle Nian said, "I'll go with Xiao Chuan." He put his hat back on, fastened the buttons, and then left with Chen Chuan.
Instructor Che didn't enter the residential area but waited outside the alley. When Chen Chuan and Uncle Nian came out, they saw a special vehicle parked there, with two armed vehicles at the front and back for protection.
Standing in front of the car was a man in his thirties wearing the uniform of a Patrol Bureau instructor. This man had thick eyebrows like swords, and his eyes were extremely sharp. If one had to describe his appearance, he was actually quite handsome, but he carried an intimidating aura that made him seem unapproachable.
Seeing the two of them come out, he walked over without hesitation. Instead of looking at Uncle Nian, he extended his hand towards Chen Chuan and said, "Are you Executor Chen? I'm Chief Instructor Che Lie of the Yangzhi Patrol Bureau."
As the other party approached, Chen Chuan immediately realized that he was also a Third Tier Fighter.
This was normal because, from Instructor Wen's situation, the Chief Instructor's responsibilities included training patrol officers and ensuring the personal safety of important figures in the Patrol Bureau.
This was a person who, on the surface, seemed to have no power but was actually very important.
As for the other party directly addressing his current identity, this wasn't surprising. When he left the Handling Bureau, he already knew that Third Tier Fighters, as long as they were registered, no matter where they went, the local law enforcement departments would receive a notification, both domestically and internationally.
When he arrived in Yangzhi City, the Handling Bureau would definitely inform the Yangzhi City government and the upper echelons of the Patrol Bureau in advance.
At this moment, he also reached out, and as he shook hands with the other party, he instantly felt a surge of strength. He remained calm, also conveying a sense of strength.
As the two exchanged strength, Che Lie only felt a tingling numbness in his forearm, as if he was about to be pushed away. He hurriedly tried to hold on, but he felt that this strength suddenly disappeared without a trace, and he was startled. When Chen Chuan released his fingers, he quietly withdrew his hand.
He turned to look at Uncle Nian and said, "Captain Nian, can I have a private word with Executor Chen?"
Uncle Nian stood still and looked at Chen Chuan.
Chen Chuan said, "Uncle, it's fine. I'll just have a few words with Instructor Che."
Uncle Nian said, "Then you two chat. I'll be at the alley entrance. Call me if there's anything." With that, he walked back to the alley and lit a cigarette, slowly smoking it.
Instructor Che didn't pay attention to Uncle Nian but turned to look at Chen Chuan and said, "Executor Chen, speaking of which, I'm also a graduate of Wu Yi Central City. I'll have to call you a junior, Chen."
Chen Chuan said, "So you're a senior from the main campus."
Instructor Che glanced at him a few times and said, "Junior Chen, you're truly talented and capable. It took me three years after graduating from the main campus to enter the Third Tier. But you, in just a short time after entering the main campus, have achieved so much. I've rarely seen someone with such talent."
At this moment, Chen Chuan's thoughts became sharp, and he could sense that although this person was very polite in his words and was trying to build a closer relationship with him, there was a subtle hint of hostility and scrutiny hidden within.
He said, "Senior Che, you're giving me too much credit."
Instructor Che said, "I know what you did before, Junior Chen. For those who obstruct the nation, we must be ruthless and eliminate them without mercy. There can be no softness."
Hearing this, Chen Chuan couldn't help but recall the person he met with Envoy Feng, wondering if everyone from the National Temporary Special Action Committee was like this?
Instructor Che said, "In Yangzhi, although we've eliminated those pests, there are still many threats to the Dashi government that need to be eradicated, like those armed militants in the city."
Chen Chuan asked, "Are you referring to the villagers, Instructor Che?"
"Villagers?"
Instructor Che's eyes sharpened as he said, "Those are not mere villagers. They illegally possess weapons, harbor resistance group members, and establish strongholds. They are opposing the Dashi government, and we must suppress them!"
Chen Chuan remained silent.
Instructor Che raised his eyebrows and stared at him, saying, "Executor Chen, it seems you have some sympathy for the resistance groups. This is not a good tendency."
Chen Chuan lifted his gaze, looking directly into his eyes, and said, "Senior Che, are you not from Yangzhi originally?"
Instructor Che met his bright and sharp gaze and couldn't help but lean back slightly. He paused for a moment and said in a low voice, "I only came to Yangzhi this year. But soon after my arrival, I discovered many problems that had accumulated over time. Now, it's time to clean up and rectify these issues."
Chen Chuan said, "Senior Che, I grew up in Yangzhi. Those villages have been there since I was a child, and they've never caused any harm to Yangzhi City. On the contrary, they often suffer from raids by bandits.
Just last year, I annihilated a group of bandits who tried to raid those villages. It was later proven that they were connected to the resistance group involved in the train robbery case. If those villages are strongholds of the resistance group, do they rob themselves?"
Instructor Che slowly said, "Executor Chen, you indeed have talent. I heard about what you did last year, but your information is outdated. That raid incident was an internal strife within the resistance group."
I was dispatched by the higher-ups to the Yangzhi Patrol Bureau, and one of my tasks is to ensure they are thoroughly cleaned up. I will be taking action tomorrow."
He turned to Chen Chuan, "Chen, this is a great opportunity to showcase your skills. Our every effort will be noticed by the higher-ups. Are you interested in joining me?"
Chen Chuan declined, "Senior Che, I apologize, but I'm only home to enjoy a peaceful vacation and spend time with my family. This isn't my responsibility, so I must decline."
Che Xuelie stared at him for a moment and said, "In that case, Chen, enjoy your holiday. I won't disturb you." After saying this, he nodded and turned to walk towards the car.
The patrolman following him promptly opened the car door. But just before entering, he paused, turned back, and said, "I'm leaving for a bandit raid tomorrow. If you change your mind, Chen, you can come find me again."
He got into the car, and the door slammed shut. Then, escorted by two armed patrol vehicles, the car drove off slowly.
Chen Chuan watched him leave. Although he was just a chief instructor, his departure was more grand than even the bureau chief's.
He returned, and Uncle Nian, who was waiting, asked, "Done?" Chen Chuan nodded. Uncle Nian extinguished his cigarette, threw it on the ground, and stomped on it a few times. "Let's go back."
Upon returning to the house, Uncle Nian gave Aunt Yu a reassuring look and said, "It's fine." Then, he turned to Chen Chuan, "Xiao Chuan, what did that Che guy say to you?"
Chen Chuan poured him a glass of water and said, "He's inviting me to join him in annihilating a village outside the city. But I think his true intention is to prevent me from going out there."
Aunt Yu, puzzled, said, "But Chen'er, what does this have to do with you?"
"Yes, it does." Uncle Nian took off his hat and said, "Xiao Chuan is no ordinary person. He's from Central City, holds a position in the Handling Bureau, and is an official enforcer from the Central City. He has connections with the Bureau."
He patted his short hair, "No wonder. I was initially assigned to go, but they changed their minds and even put on a polite face. It turns out it's because of Xiao Chuan's presence here."
Chen Chuan said, "Perhaps it is so."
In truth, he knew that Uncle Nian had only stated one of the reasons. More importantly, Chen Chuan's status as a third-tier fighter and his intricate relationship with the Patrol Bureau carried significant weight. While not helping was one thing, causing trouble was another matter entirely.
It seemed that Che Xuelie truly valued this operation, which was why he had taken the time to meet Chen Chuan in person.
Aunt Yu heaved a sigh of relief and said, "What a fuss."
Uncle Nian waved his hand, "Let's eat first."
After finishing dinner, Aunt Yu took the two little ones out for a walk, while Chen Chuan and Uncle Nian sat down to discuss what had just happened. But before they could say much, a phone call suddenly came in.
Uncle Nian picked it up, listened for a while, hummed, and put it down. "It's Xiao Wu. He says Che Xuelie just left with his team, and they're in a hurry."
Chen Chuan said, "He just told me he was going out."
Uncle Nian shook his head, "He's not being truthful. It's possible he's afraid of an incident, as assignments often change suddenly to prevent information leaks."
Chen Chuan contemplated, wondering if Che Xuelie's sudden departure was due to his conversation with him, where he had not agreed with Che Xuelie's words. Or perhaps there were other reasons.
However, these matters were not within his current scope of concern. Seeing Uncle Nian making calls to inquire about the situation, Chen Chuan did not linger in the living room. He turned and returned to his room.
He flipped through a book for a while, and when the time was right, he took a calming medication and began practicing his breathing method.
Currently, he could entirely replace sleep with the breathing method, which was very effective in maintaining his condition. The breathing method was also particularly useful for calming his mind.
At 5 a.m., the living room phone suddenly rang. Uncle Nian, who had already gotten up, placed his face towel and picked up the phone, only to pause in surprise. His expression changed, and his voice rose involuntarily, "Say that again."
Chen Chuan heard the commotion and came out of his room.
Uncle Nian hung up the phone and said to Aunt Yu and Chen Chuan, "Che Xuelie is dead. He died last night outside a village."
Aunt Yu was visibly shocked, "The Che instructor who visited yesterday? Isn't he supposed to be very capable?"
Uncle Nian frowned, "The situation is unclear. This is no small matter." He quickly grabbed the belt hanging on the coat rack, hurriedly put on his hat, "I'm heading to the bureau now."
Chen Chuan said, "Uncle, let me come with you."
Uncle Nian hesitated for a moment, then decisively said, "Okay! Xiao Chuan, come with me. You're capable, and Che Xuelie sought you out yesterday. I estimate the bureau will also want to question you later, so let's go together."
...
...
(End of Chapter)
Chapter end
Report