Special Forces Medic-Chapter 678 - 641: Luxurious Extravagance
The impressive lobby and long front desk seemed to extend invisibly, with the solid walls forming a towering barrier standing behind the front desk, while the doors on either side were tightly closed. Such an arrangement was as disciplined as an Imperial Palace, with privatization traces visible everywhere.
"Hello, how can I assist you?" The front desk staff stood up as the elevator doors opened, placing their hands crossed in front, with their head slightly lowered, maintaining a demeanor neither haughty nor humble.
"I'm looking for Yao Zheng!" The man placed his bag on the luggage platform, directly voicing the name of the District Chief of the Northern District, speaking with force.
"Sir, do you have an appointment?" Although appearing a bit surprised, the staff courteously masked her astonishment with a smile.
"No!"
"I'm very sorry, District Chief Yao is very busy. If you need to visit, please make an appointment first, and then we will arrange a meeting at a suitable time based on his schedule." As if anticipating the request, the staff took a sheet from a stack of forms and placed it in front of the man. "Please fill out the registration form, and we will arrange a reasonable meeting time according to District Chief Yao's schedule."
"You can call him directly now! My surname is Luo." The man said calmly, as if just knowing his surname would ensure a meeting with the District Chief.
"I'm sorry, sir, but that doesn't conform to our procedures here." The staff maintained their professional smile, though with a hint of impatience in their tone.
"Making a call doesn't take much of your time."
"I'm truly sorry, but without an appointment, I cannot establish contact. Please don't make things difficult..."
"What's going on?" A middle-aged man walked out from a door on the left, his slightly protruding stomach visible, with the end of his tie bouncing as he walked. "Why is it so noisy outside? Don't you know there's a meeting inside?" As soon as the middle-aged man appeared, he started scolding the front desk staff.
"Secretary Li!" The girl shrank her shoulders, lowering her head further. "This gentleman insists on seeing District Chief Yao, but he doesn't have an appointment, so..."
"Isn't there a procedure for those without appointments?" The middle-aged man was obviously displeased with this answer, his face stern. "How can people just enter on a whim without checking below?"
The man stood with his bag at the side, not interrupting, only quietly waiting for the blustering middle-aged man's tirade to end.
"I'm sorry! Secretary Li, I..."
"No need to explain; your work mistake seriously disturbed the meeting's atmosphere inside. I will handle this matter seriously."
The man observed the girl's slightly reddened eyes and sighed. "This staff member is very dedicated." It was a slight exoneration for the girl; from the work perspective, she indeed did what she should in her position, and there was nothing wrong with that.
"Who are you, daring to..." However, when he saw someone speaking up, the middle-aged man immediately aimed his retort at the man, though upon seeing him, he could no longer speak further.
"Dare to what?" Enjoying the myriad expressions on his face, the man lifted the corners of his mouth. "Secretary Li, right?"
"Ah! Well... I!"
"Is District Chief Yao available?" The man calmly extended his hand. "Is he available to see me now?"
The middle-aged man immediately grasped the man's extended hand, raising a flattering smile. "Available, available! Secretary Luo's visit to the Northern District, why didn't we get a word in advance so we could welcome you properly? What a misunderstanding this is."
"It's a small matter, nothing to worry about." The man was precisely Secretary Luo beside Hua Muyun. He turned to the front desk staff. "You did well; prepare yourself. Next week, you will be transferred to City Committee work."
The sudden change made the girl, who was still feeling wronged, overwhelmed with surprise. She covered her open mouth with her hand, unable to believe such good fortune had come her way.
"Don't be amazed; your work is very diligent. I need someone like you with such strong execution in work." Secretary Luo turned to Secretary Li. "You won't object to letting her go, will you?"
"No, no, being chosen by Secretary Luo is her good fortune." The middle-aged man grudgingly glanced at the girl.
"Ah, well then, prepare yourself now, hand over your work, and go find my secretary, I will inform her."
"Why are you still standing here? Quickly express your thanks; opportunities like this aren't for everyone to encounter."
"There's no need to be so formal. Secretary Li, lead the way, I don't have much time."
Not entering from the left but directly taken into the elevator, descending discreetly to another floor from the mezzanine. "I always thought this was the highest floor, turns out there's more to it."
"Ah, District Chief Yao has been racking his brains over a matter recently. The meeting just reached a point, and his headache bothers him. He's currently resting in the lounge." Secretary Li's opportune explanation did not put Secretary Luo much at ease, but he smiled without speaking.
Yao Zheng sat in front of the large floor-to-ceiling window, holding a glass of wine. The space below was filled with everything imaginable, appearing as an independent gateway, luxuriously extravagant.
As soon as Secretary Luo stepped out of the elevator, he avoided being dazzled by such lavishness. "What a nice place!"
Seemingly hearing the sarcasm hidden in the words, Secretary Li awkwardly smiled. "How can it compare with the City Committee Building? It's truly a case of a great sorcerer compared to a small one, quite unpresentable!"
"Secretary Li is being modest. Even Secretary Hua doesn't have such a separate room for resting." This sentence left Secretary Li unsure how to continue, as he had not expected such a figure to visit. "Please go inside and report; the proper procedures should still be followed."
"Alright!"
Yao Zheng did not let Secretary Luo wait long; he personally came out to meet this person with equivalent supreme authority.
"Secretary Luo, why come personally? You could have just sent someone. It's dirty and chaotic in the North District, and the security isn't that great. If anything happens, I can't bear the responsibility."
Leading Secretary Luo into the adjacent living room, in front was a huge LCD screen, with high-end speakers on both sides. In front of the high-end leather sofas was a thick carpet, with a variety of fine wines and crystal glasses on the left wine rack, and just where they were standing on the right.
"The security in the North District has always been good; it's the area with the lowest crime rate in the entire Yanjing City." Regarding such luxury, Secretary Luo naturally sidestepped the topic; if you can see it, it's not afraid of you asking. Yao Zheng's generosity was undoubtedly a hint to Secretary Luo.
"Ah!" Yao Zheng suddenly sighed. He sat on the sofa to the side, with a newly opened bottle of red wine in front of him. "That was a long time ago. Recently, the North District has had a spate of criminal incidents. We were just discussing how to handle them at a meeting."
"Oh? Has it been reported to the City Police Department?" Secretary Luo cooperatively poured Yao Zheng a glass of wine, filling it halfway. "Red wine can calm the nerves. I'm using flowers as a gift to the Buddha; I hope District Chief Yao doesn't mind!"
"Not at all! It is my honor." Yao Zheng held the glass, eyes looking straight ahead. "What brings Secretary Luo here this time, is there something I can assist with?"
"No rush!" Secretary Luo waved his hand. "On one hand, there's some business to attend to; on the other, Secretary Hua is quite concerned about the North District. He originally wanted to come personally to inspect, but official matters kept him busy."
"I understand, I understand!" Yao Zheng chuckled twice. "Secretary Hua tirelessly works for the nation's stability. How could a small district chief like me bother him to visit? I should be the one to call on him, but with so many incidents, I'm truly exhausted!"
"Would District Chief Yao care to explain what's going on? Is there anything we at the City Committee can assist with? We will certainly be fully cooperative."
"It's not a big deal, just some usual homicide cases, but..." Yao Zheng glanced at Secretary Luo, hesitating to speak further.
"District Chief Yao, please speak freely!"
"The matter of Han Fei being summarily executed by Dragon Soul's people, has Secretary Hua heard about it?"
"Ah, that matter!" Secretary Luo suddenly realized. "Yesterday, the City Committee already held its first meeting regarding this issue."
"Was there any conclusion?" Yao Zheng immediately perked up, his eyes glowing.
"Before that, may I ask you something?"
"What does Secretary Luo wish to know?"
"Yesterday morning, did District Chief Yao and Mrs. Han Fei go to the Mayor's office?"
"This..." Yao Zheng had not expected Secretary Luo to inquire about this. In fact, after seeing the other side of Mrs. Han Fei, he did have many regrets.
"Secretary Hua is quite upset about this!" At this point, Secretary Luo's tone turned cold. "The Mayor's office is what kind of place? Was District Chief Yao too hasty or inconsiderate in dealing with this matter?"
Yao Zheng did not show any emotion; he only sighed, each heavier than the last.
"District Chief Yao, was there a difficult situation that led to such an unwise decision?"
"Thank you for your understanding, Secretary Luo!" Yao Zheng lit a cigarette. "Han Fei was always an excellent leader at the police department, had good relations with everyone, and was outstanding in his work. From the North District's crime rate, it's evident."
"Yes, indeed, that is the case. The crime rate in the North District is very low; Secretary Hua has praised your district's management at the City Committee, suggesting other areas to emulate and learn from, and even planning a field learning activity."
"Thank you, Secretary Hua, for holding the North District in such high regard!"
"What's the situation with Han Fei's wife now? After yesterday, Mayor Liu has frequently complained to the City Committee!" Secretary Luo leaned towards the left armrest. "Civil matters need to be handled civilly. Even if there's injustice or a wrongful case, the proper procedures must be followed. Causing such a ruckus over how to solve the problem, don't you agree? Mayor Liu is quite troubled by this." (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my biggest motivation.)
