Chapter 131: Help from the Anti-Drug Squad (Request for Subscription and Monthly Tickets)_2
Wang Tao brought personal emotions into work, causing the suspect to flee and nearly commit another crime, which is already a serious violation. According to the circumstances, expulsion from the police ranks would not be excessive.
But considering his situation, coupled with the fact that he has achieved quite a lot before, the final result was that he was relegated to a township police station under Guangyuan County and as an ordinary police officer.
Everyone finally understood why Zhang Yang said Wang Tao seemed so distraught when he saw him.
From the city criminal investigation team to a township police station, the gap is too big, it's like being thrown back to the pre-liberation days overnight.
Wang Tao's future is basically ruined for this lifetime...
But regarding this matter, it was like a drop in the ocean.
Afterwards, everyone just discussed it a few times and never mentioned it again.
And without Wang Tao, the whole police team's atmosphere felt completely different.
Especially in the first team, Zhang Wei and the other two were now deeply impressed by Luo Fei, constantly calling him group leader this and group leader that, making Luo Fei's days much more enjoyable.
This kind of life continued for two days.
On Wednesday morning, Zheng Changjun suddenly called Luo Fei and Zhao Donglai over.
"Regarding Old Wu's case, after discussion, it's decided to award each of you a second-class merit."
Zheng Changjun smiled and patted Zhao Donglai's shoulder as he spoke.
Zhao Donglai and Luo Fei both nodded calmly.
Zheng Changjun mentioned some rewards for other members of the police team, and then he looked at Luo Fei.
"Luo Fei... I have a task here I'd like you to do."
He said it with some hesitation.
Luo Fei hurriedly responded, "Director Zheng, just instruct me directly."
"No, don't rush to agree. Wait until you hear me out before deciding."
"Okay, Director Zheng, please go ahead."
"It's about Wang Qianqian, you are aware, right? He died in the line of duty, but this case cannot be left uninvestigated. So during this time, the narcotics team has been constantly having meetings and discussions, and finally, they decided to send another person to go undercover."
"Regarding the candidate, there was a bit of a divide among everyone. Wucheng and I both hope to select another experienced veteran from the narcotics team, but Pan Hu strongly opposes. Pan Hu's reasoning is that even someone as experienced and capable as Wang Qianqian sacrificed himself, so finding another experienced person has low chances of success. After all, Wang Qianqian was already considered one of the best in the narcotics system."
Pan Hu is the captain of the city narcotics team.
"Then Pan Hu strongly recommended Luo Fei. Initially, I didn't want to agree, but Pan Hu's reasons for recommending you are also very convincing. He heard about many of your previous achievements, including connecting with traffickers, and he thinks your performance in this area already surpasses a large group of veterans."
"Moreover, your sharp senses are very beneficial for searching and tracking, and you also excel at analyzing the criminals' psychology, which is an innate advantage that other undercover officers cannot match ... Overall, after hearing him out, I also think you really are the most suitable candidate."
Upon hearing they intended for Luo Fei to undertake such a dangerous task, Zhao Donglai was extremely anxious.
However, in front of him, he didn't dare to openly ask Luo Fei to refuse; he could only keep winking at him.
Zheng Changjun, hardly blind, could certainly see through his small antics. He said speechlessly, "Donglai, you don't need these small gestures. Luo Fei is a talented individual of Jiangzhou's police. If it weren't for really finding no one, I wouldn't let Luo Fei take this risk. But right now, apart from Luo Fei, I really can't think of anyone else suitable to execute this task."
Zheng Changjun's tone sounded very grave.
"Through Wang Qianqian's few months as an undercover, we've found that this drug cartel has networks all over the country, with an astronomical amount of drugs being manufactured each year. If we don't destroy them, who knows how many more people will be harmed."
"How serious!" Zhao Donglai was shocked.
"But... Director Zheng, you also know, Luo Fei hasn't even been in the field for a year, he has no experience dealing with drug traffickers at all. These people are all hovering at the edge of death; their viciousness and cunningness are not in the same league as traffickers." Even so, Zhao Donglai still doesn't want Luo Fei to take the risk.
"That's why, as I said, let Luo Fei consider himself. After all, this time it's truly too dangerous."
Next to him, Luo Fei fell into deep thought. He was very confident in his abilities, and though being an undercover certainly carries great risks, risks and opportunities often coexist.
Drug enforcement has always been a top priority for the country.
Thus, the danger level of the narcotics police's work is high, and correspondingly the rewards are definitely also high, even the highest among all police types.
Given the severity of this case, if it gets cracked, not to mention promotions and raises, but it would definitely leave a mark with the leaders.
Zheng Changjun's gaze returned to Luo Fei.
"Luo Fei, what are your thoughts?"
"Of course the risk factor of this matter is really high, so I still hope you can reasonably evaluate whether your own abilities can meet the challenge."
"You are an outstanding police officer under our focus cultivation; even if you don't pursue this path, your future will still be bright... Do you understand what I mean?"
Zheng Changjun was very conflicted, hoping Luo Fei would agree yet hoping he wouldn't.
Luo Fei didn't think twice, immediately replied, "Director Zheng, I am willing to give it a try."
Zhao Donglai was anxious.
"Luo Fei, Director Zheng has asked you to think it through before speaking, can't you stop rushing?"
This time, Zheng Changjun did not oppose, and sincerely advised, "Indeed, Luo Fei, consider carefully."
"Director Zheng, no need to consider, I believe I can complete this task."
On one hand, as a police officer, retreating under such circumstances is not his style; on the other hand, it's both a challenge and an opportunity. Luo Fei hopes he can seize this chance.
Therefore, since there's such a good opportunity presented, it would be a pity not to grab it, wouldn't it?
Moreover, with his self-confidence in his abilities, completing this task is not difficult.
"Are you really sure you have what it takes?"
"Of course it's true, Director Zheng; I have no need to joke about my life just to earn merit."
Zheng Changjun repeatedly confirmed a few more times, seeing that Luo Fei truly was full of confidence, he could only reluctantly agree.
After all, Luo Fei really is the best choice.
"Alright then, you can go directly to the narcotics team to report after lunch today."
Leaving Director Zheng's office, Zhao Donglai angrily criticized Luo Fei a bit.
The general meaning was that he was too impulsive, shouldn't go taking risks for the sake of his future.
Although it was criticism, Luo Fei could still hear his care, and not just the kind coming from superiors, but rather that of an elder to a younger.
His heart warmed, he smiled and said, "Captain Zhao, don't be mad. I really agreed because I had confidence, not because I was impulsive."
Zhao Donglai talked a while, calmed down.
After all, he's already agreed; saying these things now is useless; it's better to think of something practical.
"When you go to the narcotics team, make sure to consult Captain Pan on how to deal with drug traffickers... Well, I'll go with you later."
"Also, remember to keep this matter confidential. Don't mention it to the police team, and definitely not to family. Until the case is closed, don't return home."
"Yes, I understand."
Back at the police station, Zhao Donglai was still uneasy about this matter, worried the whole morning.
Luo Fei, on the contrary, as the person involved, was calmly peaceful, joking and chatting as usual with everyone; after lunch, the two drove off to the narcotics team.