"The Case Affairs Department and the Personnel Department have had a falling-out?" Fang Ze was full of question marks. These two departments were like apples and oranges, the only connection being promotions. How could they be at odds?
With that thought, Fang Ze couldn't help but blink.
Huh? Could this be because of him?
With this in mind, Fang Ze couldn't help but listen intently.
Then, he heard the shrill voice of a man bellowing in the hallway, "I'm telling you! Since Fang Ze has joined your department, he's one of your people!"
"Don't act like you don't know anything, or feign ignorance!"
"You all know full well that Fang Ze has two major cases in his hands! And when he wanted to go to your Personnel Department, you just let him?"
"It's because you value his talent, right? Fine! The Case Affairs Department has no objections!"
"But, can you not manage him? Make him solve the cases first before he goes off to do your department's lousy work!"
"He was enjoying himself at the new recruits' graduation ceremony, but has he forgotten that our department chief Hua Jian is still missing?"
"Such a significant issue, and rather than solving it upon his joining, he goes off to train recruits? Ridiculous!"
"What's more important—a batch of recruits, or a whole department grinding to a halt?"
"Department Chief Hua Jian is currently missing, and we do not know if he is dead or alive! Everything is locked in his hands, our whole department can't function! What are we supposed to do?"
"You must make him give us an explanation!"
In just a few sentences, Fang Ze had a good guess at the speaker's identity.
A deputy from the Case Affairs Department was causing trouble because of Hua Jian's issue.
'Is the enemy beginning to make their move?'
With that thought, Fang Ze didn't confront the issue head-on, opting instead to patiently observe how the situation would unfold.
At that moment, Deputy Section Chief Shen Yayun from the Personnel Department stood up as well.
She spoke earnestly, "Director Qin, please don't be angry."
"This really isn't Fang Ze's fault."
"You know that Fang Ze is a genius, the most capable commissioner in recent years. Moreover, he is exceptionally skilled, responsible, capable of solving cases, and has innovative training methods."
"And he also wants to prove that beyond solving cases, he excels in other areas as well."
"So, we have to give him a chance to showcase his talents."
"We in the Personnel Department don't want to be accused of suppressing talent, which is why we agreed to his request."
"As for your case, just wait for now. Ah...."
Hearing what Shen Yayun had said, Fang Ze's brows furrowed.
Her words didn't seem problematic at first glance, even appearing to praise Fang Ze. But upon closer consideration, something felt off, almost passive-aggressive.
"All-rounder" "wants to prove himself" "give him a chance" "don't want to be accused of suppressing talent"....
It was as if everything was being pinned on him, as if he had used his strength and reputation to force the Personnel Department into accepting him, then neglected the cases to focus on training!
This was essentially throwing dirt on him....
And sure enough, as she finished speaking, the crowd in front began whispering among themselves,
"We are the Security Bureau; cases are what truly matter. Having two cases in hand, yet neglecting to solve them to work in another department and do other things is indeed somewhat inappropriate."
"Right. And look at the head of the Personnel Department; he also seems to be at a loss for words, as if he doesn't dare offend him."
"Who would dare? Everybody knows Fang Ze is a Monster, and in a couple of years, he might become the boss of all these officials. Offend him now and risk him retaliating later?"
Seeing the negative commentary about himself mounting, Fang Ze knew he could no longer wait.
So, he patted the shoulder of the commissioner in front of him, saying, "Buddy, make some room."
Upon hearing Fang Ze's words, the commissioner, looking a bit confused, turned his head, seemingly ready to retort with a "Who the hell are you?" But as he turned and saw Fang Ze's recognizably handsome face, his expression quickly changed, and he hastily stepped aside while saying with an awkward smile, "Commissioner Fang Ze, you're here. Please, after you."
His words immediately caught the attention of everyone around them as they all turned their heads to look back.
And so, with a smile, Fang Ze started making his way through the crowd.
Behind him, the recruits he had been leading hesitated about whether to follow him. But then, Nan Yi gave his few companions a knowing glance and took the lead in following Fang Ze.
With him leading the way, the other recruits went from hesitating to resolute, and they all followed suit.
In this manner, Fang Ze, leading 32 recruits, majestically made his way through the crowd to the front.
Seeing Fang Ze's entrance and the imposing presence of the thirty-odd people behind him, the Case Affairs Department's Deputy Chief Qin Fen and Shen Yayun couldn't help but twitch.
But Fang Ze was smiling while scrutinizing them both.
After a moment, he looked at Director Qin and asked Shen Yayun, "Chief, who is this...?"
Shen Yayun had also calmed down at this moment and cheerfully responded, "This is Deputy Chief Qin Fen from the Case Affairs Department. He would like to..."
Shen Yayun was cut off mid-sentence when Fang Ze raised his hand to interrupt her and looked directly at Director Qin, smiling as he inquired, "Director Qin, are you here to inquire about Department Chief Hua Jian's case?"
Hearing Fang Ze's words, Director Qin's eyelids began twitching, feeling like something untoward was about to happen.
But with things at this point, he couldn't back down.
So, he nodded and began, "Yes. I came here today to ask about our Hua Jian...."
Before he could finish, Fang Ze's expression turned stern, his face as cold as ice, and he ordered those beside him, "Nan Yi! Arrest this suspect!"
At Fang Ze's command, Nan Yi and the others were taken aback!
But, already accustomed to Fang Ze's decisive nature during their time together, they exchanged glances, and without a moment's hesitation, sprang into action to make the arrest!
At that moment, everyone present was stunned!
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