76: Zhang Bo died unexpectedly.

"I can become a regular officer?" Lei Zhen was overjoyed: "I can become a real police officer?"

"Of course." Zhao Gang said, "You provided the leads that solved the previous massacre case, and you cracked the 615 case. Plus, there was that carload of pickpockets and two wanted criminals you caught, and now this Zhang Bo case. If all this isn't enough to make you a regular officer, then what is?"

Lei Zhen smiled wryly, "When you put it that way, it does seem to make sense."

Zhao Gang laughed heartily, "This time, even our Qinghe Police Station benefited from you. The Municipal Bureau has decided to award our Qinghe Police Station a collective second-class merit. As for your personal rewards, there will be many. I'll keep you in suspense for now. When your individual medal application is approved, it will coincide with the annual city-wide commendation conference. At that time, you will be promoted from an Auxiliary Police Officer to a true People's Police Officer in front of all the police officers in the city!"

The more Lei Zhen listened, the more excited he became: "There's also a commendation conference? And I'll go on stage to receive an award?"

"Of course!" Zhao Gang laughed, "You're going to be quite impressive this time, kid! Honestly, as an Auxiliary Police Officer, your achievements are unprecedented. Even I'm a little envious."

Lei Zhen's smile almost reached his ears, but he didn't forget to flatter his superior.

"Thank you, Director Zhao. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't have such good fortune. Don't worry, once I become a real police officer, I'll dedicate myself to you completely, even if it means going through fire and water!"

"Hahahaha." Zhao Gang was very pleased: "I knew you had a conscience! But don't just talk nonsense, kid. How can you dedicate yourself to me? When you become a police officer, you'll be serving the people! Understand?"

"Right, right, serving the people." Lei Zhen repeatedly agreed.

"Keep up the good work." Zhao Gang reached out and patted Lei Zhen's shoulder: "As for some things, don't overthink them. Only by going with the flow can you grow happily in the larger environment of the system for a long time."

"I understand everything you're saying. I won't dwell on Zhang Bo's matter anymore!"

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Lei Zhen walked out of Director Zhao's office, his heart a mix of emotions.

It was clear that Zhang Bo's death was related to the Kang Family.

As for why he had to die...

Whether it was because the Kang Family was angry at Zhang Bo for his incompetence, or because they feared he would leak information unfavorable to them, it only proved one thing.

That Secretary Kang was a ruthless person with extremely strong methods!

And he had a large group of loyal followers willing to die for him.

It wasn't surprising, after all, he was the number one big shot in Jiangcheng, someone who could turn the tides with a flick of his hand, an absolute powerhouse whom even Gu Wenhai dared not defy.

Secretary Kang would definitely attribute Zhang Bo's death to himself.

Having offended this high-ranking leader, his future would surely face many unexpected difficulties and obstacles.

Although such a start was very unfavorable for him, thinking of those poor children, it was worth it.

Since there was no turning back, he could only face the difficulties head-on!

As the saying goes, meet difficulties as they come. Besides, he had a system!

How could the Child of Destiny be easily defeated!!!

Lei Zhen had also come to terms with Zhang Bo's murder. As long as he received the credit he deserved, that was enough.

As for who killed him, it was none of his business, and he didn't need to know.

On Gu Qingcheng's side, she was initially a bit bothered, but after Lei Zhen's simple guidance, the young lady also understood. If her own father couldn't afford to offend someone, then what right did she have to dwell on it?

Especially when Gu Qingcheng learned that she, like Lei Zhen, might soon receive a personal second-class merit, everything was resolved.

This was a second-class merit!!

Those who haven't been police officers don't know; let alone a personal second-class merit, even a third-class merit is a dream that might never be achieved in a lifetime.

The fact that it requires approval from the Provincial Department to be awarded fully illustrates its value.

And she could completely use this second-class merit to get an early promotion to a regular officer.

In fact, when she first chose to study at the police academy, Gu Wenhai was against it because many people suggested Gu Qingcheng apply to a film academy. After all, with her beauty, there was a high chance of becoming famous in the entertainment industry.

But Gu Qingcheng didn't like the entertainment industry and wasn't willing to get involved in those dirty unspoken rules. She just wanted to be a police officer. Gu Wenhai had no choice but to reluctantly agree.

In Gu Wenhai's eyes, Gu Qingcheng was always that little girl with pigtails who never seemed to grow up.

For a child who grew up in a greenhouse to pursue a career like a police officer, which often deals with criminals, was indeed a huge challenge.

So from the first day she became a police officer, Gu Qingcheng felt that her father looked down on her from the bottom of his heart.

But the more he looked down on her, the more it motivated Gu Qingcheng to prove herself.

From the first day she became a police officer, she had been secretly striving!

Because Gu Qingcheng had just graduated and hadn't moved out to rent a place yet, she still lived in the Police Station's family quarters.

In fact, she had already planned that once she saved enough money, she would move out on her own and gain true freedom.

This was a common problem for children of officials; they always dreamed of one day being able to escape their parents' protection.

Gu Qingcheng was no exception.

Gu Wenhai had been quite busy recently. He had just concluded the 615 case, then spent several days at the Provincial Department attending the annual police work conference. As soon as he returned, the Zhang Bo incident happened.

This meant he hadn't even had time to eat with his family lately.

Today, the unit wasn't very busy, so Gu Wenhai left work on time and went home. Gu Qingcheng also didn't work overtime, and the family finally sat down to enjoy a peaceful meal together.

The Gu Family didn't have a habit of hiring nannies, and Luo Qin worked at the Cultural Palace, with plenty of free time, so she usually prepared the meals.

It was rare for them to eat together, and this dinner was very harmonious.

"Qingcheng, this organ trafficking case, you and Lei Zhen solved it together, right?"

Gu Wenhai casually asked while eating.

Her father usually didn't ask about her work, so Gu Qingcheng was momentarily stunned by the question.

"Yes." Gu Qingcheng couldn't hide the pride on her face: "But it was mainly Lei Zhen's credit; I just assisted him."

"Then tell me in detail, how did Lei Zhen catch Zhang Bo? And how did he know the location where Zhang Bo was holding those children captive?"

Gu Qingcheng could only answer part of Gu Wenhai's questions, as she also didn't know how Lei Zhen had managed it.

So, she briefly recounted the general situation.

Gu Wenhai put down his chopsticks immediately after listening.

"That kid can read lips?"

Gu Qingcheng nodded: "Not only can he read lips, but he also seems to have studied micro-expression analysis. Besides that, this guy has many incredible abilities. Anyway, I don't even know how he does it."

Gu Wenhai had only thought Lei Zhen was clever before, but now he realized he knew so much.

"Wasn't he just a street loafer before?" Gu Wenhai was very puzzled: "Where did he get so many strange abilities?"

"How would I know?" Gu Qingcheng pouted: "That guy is just amazing. I only recently found out that he's actually an orphan, and he ran away from the orphanage before finishing junior high. So, all these years, he's grown up taking care of himself, all on his own."

Gu Wenhai stared into Gu Qingcheng's eyes and suddenly asked with a smile, "How come I feel like you think highly of him? You two aren't..."

Gu Qingcheng was startled and looked up at her father: "How could that be? That guy is a slacker. Before he became an Auxiliary Police Officer, he was in and out of the Police Station every other day. He's just a hooligan. Besides looking... never mind, I'm not interested in him."

Luo Qin, sitting opposite Gu Qingcheng, looked worried and immediately interjected, "Are you and Lei Zhen really not in that kind of relationship?"

"Of course not!" Gu Qingcheng glanced at her mother.

"So you don't have any good feelings for him personally?" Luo Qin was still not reassured.

"No, he's just a street loafer, where would any good feelings come from?" Gu Qingcheng mumbled.

Luo Qin finally relaxed after hearing that: "Oh right, Qingcheng, what have you decided about the blind date I mentioned last time?"

"Blind date?" Gu Qingcheng was taken aback: "What blind date?"

"Aunt Gong's son, the one who came back from overseas, you forgot? The one who works in finance now." Luo Qin quickly reminded her.

Gu Qingcheng, however, threw down her chopsticks: "Forget about the overseas returnee. I prefer freshwater-farmed ones. Besides, people in finance are all liars. I'm not going. If you want to go, you go!"

With that, she dropped her chopsticks and got up, walking towards her bedroom on the second floor.

Behind her, Luo Qin's scolding voice came: "This child, how can she talk like that?"