Solving Middle Age Crisis by Intelligence System-Chapter 480 - 295: Commendation from the Big Boss (Double-Length) (Part 2)
After a pause, as if recalling something, his face turned slightly unnatural, "If I have to say... it’s because of these artifacts that I’ve offended some foreign forces, which has posed a certain threat to my personal safety..."
This was not something easy to say, as it indirectly pointed out certain issues, so Qi Yun was also very cautious in his wording.
But after all, with such a vast territory and a considerable population base, it’s unrealistic to completely eradicate some issues; there will always be some fish that slip through the net.
The elder hearing this, turned to look at Xiao Hanguang beside him, who quickly leaned in to whisper an explanation: "Leader, it’s like this..."
After Xiao Hanguang finished speaking, the middle-aged man also interjected: "Wenting from National Security reported a situation the day before yesterday, there are six..."
After listening to both their accounts, the elder’s face gradually darkened, and the room instantly fell silent as if a pin could be heard dropping.
"These guys are quite daring," the elder snorted coldly, then turned his gaze back to Qi Yun, "Go on."
Qi Yun nodded and cautiously began speaking again, "Leader, I have an unreasonable request, which is to apply for some gun permits for my security company to protect my family’s safety. I wonder if you think it’s feasible..."
After speaking, he seemed to fear the elder might have concerns, so he hurriedly added, "Rest assured, leader, the members of my security company are all retired special forces soldiers with undoubtedly solid quality and no ideological issues. We guarantee not to use the gun permits for any illegal activities, otherwise you can shoot me!"
The elder’s fingers paused on the armrest of the sofa, looking at Qi Yun with a steady gaze, the air in the reception room seemed to tense up again.
Gun control in the country has always been strict, and the approval for gun permits is even more cautious. Apart from special transport companies and professions like forest rangers, it’s basically impossible for ordinary people to obtain one.
Therefore, Qi Yun’s request undoubtedly tread on a sensitive boundary, no wonder even Xiao Hanguang and Director Fu said it’s difficult to handle.
"A gun permit is not an ordinary document," the elder slowly opened his mouth, his voice not loud but carried with it an imposing aura, "Domestic gun control is the baseline for maintaining social security, and it cannot be relaxed in the slightest."
Hearing this, Qi Yun’s previously active thoughts instantly cooled down halfway. If it were someone else, he might still try to argue, but facing this big-shot in front of him, he didn’t say more.
Just as he was secretly sighing in his heart, the elder’s voice sounded again.
"However, your situation is special," the elder shifted the topic, looking at the middle-aged man beside him, "Wendong, you explain the related regulations."
The middle-aged man referred to as Wendong immediately bent a bit and said, "According to the current gun control laws, security companies with special service needs can be equipped with official guns after approval."
"Analyzing the current situation, the foreign threats faced by Comrade Qi are clearly high-risk, and all his security team members are retired military personnel. If screened and qualified, they have the basic training for gun usage, theoretically meeting the application conditions for special service."
"Furthermore, he himself is an off-staff investigator for National Security, engaging in work that is full of danger. Providing him with some special defense measures is procedurally justifiable."
The elder nodded and refocused his gaze on Qi Yun, his voice steady, "The country remembers your contribution and it must also ensure your safety."
"But guns, once out of control, are a major disaster." He paused for a moment, his tone intensifying a bit, "I can approve your application, but there are three conditions."
Qi Yun immediately straightened his posture: "Please, leader, instruct!"
"First, the guns are strictly for the close defense of you and your family, to be used only in scenarios of clear threats, and strictly prohibited for any other purposes or leakage."
"Second, every gun must be registered and subject to periodic verification by relevant departments. Your security company must establish a strict gun management system, with clear records of who uses a gun, when, and where."
"Third, any issues arising, whether accidental discharge, misuse, or gun loss, the responsibility lies squarely with you! I will only hold you accountable!"
"Merit must be rewarded, and mistakes must be punished without leniency!"
Though the elder’s tone was heavy, the requirements he stated were all reasonable, granting Qi Yun convenience while drawing a clear line.
Qi Yun did not hesitate in the slightest, solemnly replying, "I fully accept! I guarantee strict compliance with the regulations, and if I violate them, I willingly accept any punishment!"
The elder nodded with satisfaction, then looked at Wendong again: "You handle this for Xiao Qi, contact Lan Tianlei and Xiang Zhenghao."
Wendong immediately stood up straight: "Yes."
The elder also stood up from the sofa, once more scrutinizing Qi Yun: "I hope that the next time we meet, you will bring me good news."
Qi Yun felt a surge in his heart, quickly straightening his chest, meeting the elder’s gaze with burning eyes, "Please rest assured, leader, I will do my utmost and will not betray your trust."
The elder nodded slightly, said nothing more, and turned towards the resting area inside the reception room.
Wendong quickly followed, nodding towards Qi Yun as he passed by.
After they left, Xiao Hanguang patted Qi Yun’s arm, "Let’s go, kid."
After leaving the office, the two of them got into Xiao Hanguang’s special vehicle, slowly heading in the direction of the Cultural Heritage Administration.
In the back seat, Xiao Hanguang rolled down the car window and asked Qi Yun, "How do you feel?"
"Quite tense," Qi Yun replied while carefully removing the medal from his chest for safekeeping.
Xiao Hanguang chuckled and handed him a bottle of mineral water, "This medal is quite weighty, personally awarded by the leader, I don’t even have such an honor."
Qi Yun took the water bottle and smiled, flattering, "I couldn’t have done it without your support, leader."
Xiao Hanguang laughed, "You kid, why do I enjoy talking to you so much? How about coming over to be my liaison officer?"
Before Qi Yun could respond, the young lady in the front passenger seat turned her head, batting her pretty eyes, and asked with a pout, "What? The director isn’t satisfied with my work?"
Seeing this, Qi Yun couldn’t help but take another look at her. Daring to speak to Xiao Hanguang in such a tone, it seems this young girl also has a formidable background.
After chatting for a few moments, Qi Yun changed the subject, lowered his voice, and asked, "By the way, leader, who is this Wendong leader?"
After taking a few sips of water, Xiao Hanguang gave Qi Yun a peculiar glance, "Why are you inquiring about him, is there something else?"
Qi Yun pondered for a few seconds before nodding lightly, "Yes, there is one more thing on this trip to Beijing, but just now wasn’t a convenient time to report it."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Hanguang frowned, seemingly guessing something.
"Is it related to the previous incident?"
"Yes," Qi Yun did not hide it, because he knew very well that Xiao Hanguang was not with the other side, otherwise, he wouldn’t have saved him.
Moreover, without the other party pulling strings, with his identity, he wouldn’t have been able to meet that Wendong leader again.
The atmosphere in the car instantly became a bit somber. Xiao Hanguang turned his head, looking out the window, with a touch of melancholy in his voice, "Perhaps now is not a good time."
Qi Yun contemplated the meaning in the other’s words, and after a long silence, he too sighed, "Leader, this time I brought my family with me."
Xiao Hanguang was startled, his gaze gradually becoming sharp.
"I’ll give him a call tonight, you meet him yourself."
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In the afternoon, the National Cultural Heritage Administration organized a large commendation ceremony for Qi Yun. In addition to the staff from the administration, there were also many people from the propaganda office.
That night, official media on major internet platforms began competing to report the news.
Along with this news were on-site photos of the Lop Nur ancient city ruins, information related to Genghis Khan’s Tomb, and pictorial materials of those over twenty precious artifacts.
Back in 2019, a gambling king from Macau had donated a bronze horse head from Yuanming Garden to the National Cultural Heritage Administration, which at the time caused quite a stir in the country.
This time, the donation was even more extravagant, not only including two other bronze statues from Yuanming Garden but also a Western Zhou period Bronze Cauldron, a Han Dynasty bronze wine vessel, and Tang Dynasty tri-colored glazed pottery figurines, each of which could be the centerpiece of a museum collection!
Now all donated by Qi Yun at once, the weight of the donation shook the entire cultural relics community.
On CCTV’s evening news broadcast, Qi Yun’s name quietly entered the sight of tens of millions as the news ticker scrolled.
