Biochemical Martial Arts: Supreme Heavenly Venerate-Chapter 290 - 274: The Committee (Three more updates, please subscribe)

Just when Lin Rui was awkwardly contemplating Fang Ranran’s promotional strategies.

Within the Security Bureau’s 9th Division building, a high-level inquiry meeting was being convened.

In this expansive 500 square meter conference room, there were only four deputy and assistant ministers, including Zhou Yunfei and You Ming.

However, in the wide space opposite them, fourteen seats were projected.

Of the fourteen seats, only the one to the left of the center was vacant, the rest were occupied.

The shocking part was that among these thirteen individuals, three were dressed in marshal uniforms, adorned with either four or three stars on their epaulettes.

—This was none other than the Homeland Security Committee!

It was authorized by the Earth Federation Congress to ensure the safety and defense of the frontier cities on Tianji Star.

Apart from the four active chiefs of the Security Bureau, the remaining ten were senior members of the Earth Federation Congress.

At this moment, the majority of these thirteen individuals were solemnly listening as the first chief inquired about the deputy and assistant ministers of the 9th Division.

"—So, you say this ’Child Song Killer’ is still unresolved in the short term, huh? Do you know how the mayor of the 9th Base City recently asked me? He inquired where the hundreds of billions of funds allocated annually to the Federal Security Bureau by the 9th Base City are actually spent?"

Zhou Yunfei was respectfully alert, eyes on his nose, nose on his heart.

He discerned that the first chief’s tone was light, yet unmistakably furious.

However, this matter had little to do with him. He had only been in office for slightly over half a year, and powerful and resourceful institutions like the Special Service Center, Mobile Response Force, Counter-Terrorism Department, and Major Case Investigation Department were not under his control, while the local police also resisted him, both overtly and covertly.

The members of the committee should have been aware of these circumstances.

You Ming, along with the second deputy minister Hayden Smith and third deputy minister Lei Yu, all had slightly pale complexions.

"Chief, gentlemen of the committee, all of us at the Security Bureau are cooperating fully and doing our utmost."

You Ming’s gaze was icy, his voice resolute: "We assure you that we will bring him to justice in the shortest possible time!"

Second deputy minister Hayden Smith was equally solemn: "Generals, members of the committee, we have fully mobilized and are collaborating with the police to maintain control across the entire city, while deploying more holographic surveillance devices and defense robots to ensure the safety of the citizens."

"I hope you all realize the seriousness of this matter."

This voice came from the second position to the right of the first chief.

It was a middle-aged man, about 40, wearing gold-rimmed smart glasses. His handsome face had distinct features, and streaks of white mingled with his black hair testified to his wisdom, resembling a sage who had experienced much. His demeanor was cultured, mature, and composed.

His hands were interlaced as he smiled slightly: "Although so far the Child Song Killer has not harmed any ordinary people, and all the victims have been gang members, given that the killer might have severe mental disorders, the situation could potentially worsen. Furthermore, this Child Song Killer case has caused a lot of buzz online and in the 9th Base, greatly tarnishing the government’s dignity and reputation. We now have reason to doubt whether the 9th Division of the Security Bureau can ensure the safety of the citizens of the 9th Base City, and whether those present here are qualified to govern the 9th Division of the Security Bureau."

Upon hearing this, You Ming’s mood suddenly sank, and he glanced sideways at the bespectacled middle-aged man.

This man, named Fang Xianzheng, was a rising star in the federal political arena.

He was one of the three congressional representatives of the 9th Base City electoral district, winning three consecutive terms, enjoying immensely high popularity within the 9th Base City.

Fang Xianzheng also wielded significant influence inside Congress, serving as the vice chairman of the Homeland Security Committee and a senior member of both the Federal Defense Committee and the Budget Committee.

His family’s power and business enterprises, especially the Sky Blue Group, had grown substantially under Fang Xianzheng’s protection, transforming from a mere agricultural company into a conglomerate dealing in biopharmaceuticals and bio-equipment.

And today’s inquiry meeting was initiated by this vice chairman of the Homeland Security Committee.

"Vice chairman, sir, we are utilizing all available resources and manpower to identify the true identity of this Child Song Killer."

You Ming responded expressionlessly: "As long as this person continues his crimes, he will not escape the net we have cast for him."

Fang Xianzheng smiled at this statement, turned his head, and exchanged looks with the other committee members. They silenced their microphones and discussed internally for a moment before Fang Xianzheng spoke again: "Deputy ministers, the public’s patience is limited, and so is ours. After considering all aspects, the committee has decided to give you two more months. However, if the Child Song Killer is not found within these two months, we will have no choice but to consider personnel changes in the 9th Division, as we need more competent and effective individuals to protect public and national security."

At this moment, not only the three vice ministers, including You Ming, but even Zhou Yunfei felt the pressure.

Right then, the First Commander looked intently at Zhou Yunfei, "Yunfei, how is the investigation of the smuggling case going?"

Zhou Yunfei shivered inwardly, "The case is currently underway; we are gradually moving into deeper territory. However, the resistance from these criminals is extremely formidable. Not long ago, Major General Zhang Long, who was in charge of this case, was assassinated and nearly died on the spot."

As soon as he spoke these words, the 13 members of the Homeland Security Council present let out a buzzing sound of shock.

"The security situation in the ninth base city seems quite severe."

The First Commander let out a cold laugh and tapped his armrest with his finger, "This matter not only concerns the outer defense security of the ninth base city but also involves the notorious pirate gang. Several four-star admirals from the Federation Star Navy have already issued protests to me. Therefore, this matter must be thoroughly investigated, no matter how long it takes, to ensure no lingering threats remain!"

With these words from the First Commander, Zhou Yunfei felt greatly encouraged. He could withstand the pressures from all sides and continue the investigation until the truth was fully revealed.

But just at that moment, the First Commander paused mid-sentence, "But what about your Third Special Actions Department? In one department, there are three 6A action teams, one 5S action team that is twice over the standard size, eight 5A action teams, four Annihilator-7s, and twelve Annihilator-6s."

"The overall strength of this department can already match the special service center of your divisions, and over ten billion federal dollars have been allocated as secret operational funds for this department. Is this really on the orders of the Second Commander? Also, the head of this department that you appointed is quite strange." Find adventures at novelbuddy

Since the department head’s security clearance reached SSS+, the First Commander could see his personal information, but he could not reveal his name and identity to the public.

When he spoke these words, everyone’s gaze fell on Zhou Yunfei.

You Ming also narrowed his eyes, eager to see how Zhou Yunfei would respond.

He did not expect that after Zhang Long’s assassination, Zhou Yunfei would intensify his efforts by drawing even more resources from other divisions.

Zhou Yunfei maintained his composure and faced the scrutinizing gaze of the First Commander, "This is indeed based on the preset instructions of the Second Commander. I am carrying out a special task assigned to me by the Second Commander, which is of great importance. I must mobilize sufficient resources to ensure the success of the mission."

At this time, it was already set in stone that Lin Rui would soon take charge of the Espionage Bureau, and Zhou Yunfei felt even more confident.

The First Commander narrowed his eyes and then nodded slightly expressionlessly, "Our Second Commander will wake up within five months, and then I will inquire about this matter with him."

Fang Xianzheng also smiled slightly, "We, the members of the council, are also very curious about the Third Special Actions Department established by the Second Commander. We will jointly initiate an inquiry at that time."

The inquiry meeting lasted for 30 minutes, and after it concluded, the ministers and vice ministers of the ninth division left the meeting room without making any eye contact.

After returning to his office, You Ming took out a smart terminal that resembled a mobile phone from thousands of years ago.

He made a phone call, "Pause the plan, change the mission, and verify the identity of the head of the Third Special Actions Department with all our might."

"Change?" The voice of a middle-aged man on the phone sounded very surprised, "Are you sure? If our original plan is successfully completed, we can definitely kick Zhou Yunfei out."

"Kicking him out is useless."

You Ming, standing with his hands behind him, looked out through the floor-to-ceiling window, where he could faintly see the skyscraper of the Tianlan Corporation.

"Today during the inquiry meeting, Fang Xianzheng questioned my abilities over the Nursery Rhyme Killer case."

The middle-aged man instantly understood.

In such a scenario, even if they managed to kick Zhou Yunfei out, it would only benefit others.

You Ming couldn’t deal with the Nursery Rhyme Killer, so naturally, he also couldn’t take on the responsibility of ensuring the security of the ninth base city.

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"I understand, but your immediate priority is still to find that Nursery Rhyme Killer, right?"

"You don’t need to worry about that. I will find a way to capture and kill that Nursery Rhyme Killer myself," You Ming said as he recalled the calm and unwavering demeanor of Zhou Yunfei during the meeting, who seemed unfazed by the upcoming inquiry initiated by Fang Xianzheng.

Where did that guy get his confidence from?

You Ming narrowed his eyes, "No matter what methods you use, you must confirm this person’s identity in the shortest possible time!"