47: Chapter 47 Promotion, Security Captain

If he had just swapped into any other security uniform, Hu Gualing definitely wouldn't have recognized whose it was.

Because everyone's uniforms were the same, and there were no names written on them, at most there were some differences in size.

But Captain Tiao Zi's uniform was different; as the captain of the squad, he had it specially tailored. Not only did it fit him perfectly, but there was also a dashing captain's nameplate on the chest.

Although Hu Gualing didn't think much of Captain Tiao Zi as a person, he had coveted that captain's uniform for a long time. In the half-month since he started working here, he had lost count of how many times he had imagined that after some self-discipline and accumulation, he too could wear the uniform that represented the status of a captain.

He hadn't expected that in the blink of an eye, he would actually be wearing it.

However, after the experiences of the past two days, even if the position of Security Captain were placed in front of him now, it didn't seem to have much appeal anymore.

Hu Gualing looked up at his colleagues at the door and couldn't help asking, "Why don't I see Captain Tiao Zi anywhere?"

Upon hearing the name "Captain Tiao Zi," General Manager Wu Jinkai became incredibly furious. "Don't even mention that guy. We checked the factory surveillance last night; he was good at flattering people on a daily basis, but when real trouble happened, he ran faster than anyone. If others hadn't reported him to me, I really wouldn't have believed he was such a scumbag! I made him take off his uniform and leave on the spot, and I guarantee that from now on, he will never be able to work in the security industry again!"

Speaking of this, General Manager Wu Jinkai patted his chest, calmed his emotions, and looked at Hu Gualing with a soft gaze.

"And you, my good employee and good partner Hu Gualing, you are the truly dutiful security guard, you are the true hero! So now, I formally appoint you as the Security Captain of Jinkai Factory. I hope that under your leadership, our Jinkai Factory's security will reach a higher level. Are you willing?"

These words made Hu Gualing frown, and General Manager Wu Jinkai's greasy gaze made him mutter to himself, "Which nerve of this guy is misfiring?"

It wasn't until he caught a glimpse of the Young Reporter out of the corner of his eye and saw that the reporter was focused on operating the camera, filming General Manager Wu Jinkai, that he understood what was going on.

Fine, for the sake of your daughter taking care of me all night, I can't be bothered to argue with you.

Hu Gualing suppressed the awkwardness in his heart and said, "Yes, I am willing."

General Manager Wu Jinkai nodded with great satisfaction.

A member of the investigation team clapped twice, but finding that no one joined in, he lowered his hands in embarrassment.

The Young Reporter timely eased the awkwardness by aiming the camera lens at Hu Gualing.

"Hero Hu, may I interview you with a few questions?"

Hu Gualing said, "Sure, go ahead."

The Young Reporter had already prepared his draft and now posed the first question in a standard manner.

"May I ask, when facing armed thugs, and while you were all alone, did you feel any fear in your heart?"

Hu Gualing: "How could I not be afraid?"

"Then what kind of spirit, or rather, what kind of belief drove you to bravely take action?"

The Young Reporter's follow-up question showed a bit of skill.

Because with his question, he had framed the answer in a direction of sublimation.

No matter how Hu Gualing answered, as long as it wasn't too outrageous, it could make this news interview carry positive energy.

And those present—whether it was Team Leader Shen Ming, Wu Yingying, or General Manager Wu Jinkai, or even the group of security guards standing at the door who didn't dare to come in and face Hu Gualing—were all very curious about how Hu Gualing would answer.

Because they really wanted to know, what exactly drove him to risk his life?

Hu Gualing thought for a long time, habitually rubbing his cheek.

How should he answer this question?

If he told the truth.

He was forced into it at the time; after being mocked by Captain Tiao Zi, he felt indignant and braced himself to go out and take a look.

In the end, facing the five Black-Clad Men, he had wanted to run, but he had already been injured in the back, and running would have just been a dead end.

But if he said that, it would seem a bit embarrassing, right?

Then how about he also learned from General Manager Wu Jinkai and pretended a bit, just saying it was for the light of the Righteous Path to shine upon the earth?

No, no, that was too hypocritical; he couldn't even get past his own conscience with that.

Then how should he actually say it?

Just as Hu Gualing was racking his brain trying to come up with an explanation, the reporter reminded him from the side:

"Let me guess first, were you fulfilling your security duties to protect the factory's property from loss?"

General Manager Wu Jinkai nodded in approval from the side, thinking that this answer was quite good. If he said it like that, all the news viewers would think that Jinkai Factory was a company with great cohesion; otherwise, a low-level security guard wouldn't protect the factory's interests so fiercely. In this way, Jinkai Factory's corporate image would be greatly improved!

Thinking this, he looked at Hu Gualing with anticipation.

Little did he know that Hu Gualing was so absorbed in thinking about the question that he had momentarily forgotten he was recording a news interview.

Hearing the young man's question, he subconsciously said, "I'm not stupid; is a single cent of the factory's property mine? Why would I risk my life for a fixed salary of 2,800? If it weren't for Wu Yingying being in the Office Building, I wouldn't even bother to look if they emptied out Jinkai Factory!"

As soon as these words were out, the hospital room instantly went quiet.

The security guards at the door were dumbfounded.

Although what Hu Gualing said was also what each of them felt in their hearts.

But this was an interview scene!

And General Manager Wu Jinkai was standing right next to you!

By saying that, are you really not afraid of offending President Wu?

At this moment, General Manager Wu Jinkai's face was as black as the bottom of a pot.

What do you mean you wouldn't even bother to look if they emptied the factory?

I just promoted you to Security Captain, and this is how you repay me?

Wu Yingying was also stunned, but she quickly reacted.

The emotion in her heart went without saying, but he... actually said that in such an occasion.

Wu Yingying quickly lowered her head, her large sunglasses sliding down a bit, covering the crimson blush on her face.

The members of the investigation team wanted to laugh, but felt it would be impolite; they held it in until it was painful, and finally, they still let out strange "snort snort" sounds of laughter.

Only then did Hu Gualing realize that he was recording a news interview.

He savored the words he had just blurted out.

With a bad feeling in his heart, he glanced to the left and sure enough, found General Manager Wu Jinkai looking at him with a murderous gaze. He quickly turned his face to the right, only to meet Wu Yingying's eyes as she lowered her head and peeked up over her sunglasses...