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Chapter 24: Secret Meeting
After He Jun hung up the phone with Zhang Qiu, it took him a while to calm down. After silently dedicating so many years, he was finally about to embark on a significant endeavor, and just thinking about it was exhilarating.
He Jun planned to take a few trusted confidants with him to apprehend someone. His confidants were all individuals who also refused to go along with the corrupt practices, belonging to the marginalized group within the bureau. Once he gathered everyone, He Jun addressed them, "Comrades, I have called you here today to assign an important task."
The few of them stood at attention, their expressions serious as they awaited He Jun's speech. Although He Jun faced exclusion in the bureau, his substantial work could not be separated from him; people were accustomed to following his lead.
He Jun scanned the crowd, his expression turning serious as he spoke with authority and strength: "This mission is one where we share glory and share loss."
The police officers present exchanged glances, each seeing confusion reflected in the others' eyes. This time, Deputy Director He's speech was different from usual; they wondered what he was really up to. However, years of ingrained obedience led one person to step forward confidently and declare, "He Bureau, whatever it is, I will definitely follow you."
He Jun looked at the speaker and nodded in satisfaction. This person was Wang Hailong, who had the best relationship with He Jun in the bureau. During a past operation, when a criminal attacked Wang Hailong with a knife, He Jun decisively fired his weapon and disarmed the attacker. Since then, their relationship had become closer, often playing table tennis together after work.
With a leader stepping up, the others naturally felt embarrassed to back down. Although they were unsure of the mission's nature, they all expressed their commitment to completing it.
He Jun's facial expression remained serious; at this moment, he did not feel relaxed. If what Zhang Qiu was doing was a gamble, then He Jun was engaging in a high-stakes bet. He was wagering his political life and did not have complete confidence that these people would willingly follow him.
"I don't know if you all have noticed that there is a common point among those I called today," He Jun said. The police officers present looked at each other curiously; his words only added to their confusion.
He Jun observed their reactions and smiled slightly before continuing: "I believe you all understand our situation in the bureau. We are marginalized; when there are tasks, we step up while others take the credit. Some people rise through flattery while we remain stagnant despite our efforts."
Having once served as a class representative in university, He Jun now showcased his speaking skills. His well-structured and contrasting remarks resonated deeply with everyone present, like countless cat paws scratching at their hearts.
"The actions of King Jelly are evident to all. For a long time, he has abused his power for personal gain, fostering cronies and bending the law to his will, turning Beilan County into a chaotic mess. It is also he who has consistently sidelined individuals like myself, creating numerous obstacles in our path forward. I have called everyone here today to defend the dignity of the law, to withstand pressure, and to capture his relative, Liu Xiaolong, and his gang!"
The crowd stood in stunned silence. Was this really the honest and uncontentious Deputy Director He? How could he dare to say such things...
He Jun looked at the crowd, who hung their heads in silence, feeling deeply disappointed. This was far from the effect he had hoped for. He sighed several times, thinking that this wouldn't do; they needed to raise their fighting spirit if they were to succeed. But...
Suddenly, He Jun recalled the words of encouragement from his nephew. He smiled helplessly and addressed the crowd: "I know you all have grievances you dare not voice; I am one of you. Please believe me when I say that I consider you all as my own people; otherwise, I wouldn't be sharing these words with you. We are no longer newcomers; you should all understand what these words imply."
"Think about it: among us, Li is the youngest, yet he has been working for six years now, right? When Li Gang joined us, he was so full of vigor. Everyone remembers his declaration: 'We must fight against evil forces to the end!' But after six years of diligent work, he is still just a police officer. Is this normal?"
"He Bureau, you..." Li choked up as He Jun stirred up memories. He hadn't expected He Jun to remember these things. Six years had passed; had he not contemplated his situation?
He Jun waved his hand at Li and continued: "If we do not change our current situation, we will continue to be marginalized, and we will have no prospects for advancement in our lives. I know that everyone here has principles; I do too. I have my own ideals and want to contribute to our country's public security efforts."
"But..." He Jun's voice trembled with emotion. "But reality does not allow it! Wang Guodong has turned a well-functioning police bureau into his own independent kingdom. He is a roadblock on our path to realizing our ideals. If we do not resolve this issue, not only will we have no future, but the safety and property of the 570,000 citizens of Beilan County will also be at risk. Therefore, I implore you all to trust that what we are about to do is absolutely for justice and for the law."
He Jun's words resonated deeply within each person present. Li felt a surge of passion; He Jun had rekindled that feeling from years ago within him. In excitement, Li grasped He Jun's hand tightly and looked at him resolutely: "He Bureau, I'm with you."
He Jun nodded heavily, determination shining in his eyes. He raised his head to look at everyone and noticed subtle changes in their expressions; he felt gratified that his words were finally having an effect. He decided to stoke the flames further and added after a moment: "I have already arranged everything; we will start by targeting Liu Xiaolong's gang, followed by a series of actions. Once successful, promotions and raises will naturally follow for everyone here. But one thing must be clear: we must honor the uniforms we wear!"
"Are you willing to follow me?" He Jun's heart raced as he finished speaking. He understood that this was his last chance. If he couldn't move them now, not only would his plan fail, but his political career might also come to an end.
Everyone present was moved by He Jun's words; they were almost ready to declare their support for him outright. Yet they hesitated; this was not a trivial matter—the success or failure of this endeavor would determine their futures. Success would lead to smooth sailing ahead, but if things went awry, their careers could very well be over.
Just as a few people hesitated, Wang Hailong was the first to speak up: "I'll do it! If we succeed, we'll have better days ahead. Life is too suffocating right now."
"Let's do it; worst case, we just take off these uniforms," Li Ye added.
People are often like this; when emotions are stirred, just one or two leaders can create a powerful and overwhelming effect. As soon as Li finished speaking, the officers present expressed their willingness to follow He Jun. Seeing that the momentum had shifted, He Jun suppressed his inner excitement and said to everyone, "Thank you all."
Wang Hailong said, "He Bureau, please share the important points for our operation."
He Jun perked up, adjusted his police cap, and said, "Let me outline the key points we need to pay attention to during this operation..."
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