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Thinking this, Qiu Tu couldn't help but take a deep breath. No matter what, he had planned for so long and used so many connections, and in the end he still got the position of deputy minister of the political department!

This promotion not only puts him on the stage of the Exploration Bureau's upper echelons, but will also transform his cataclysmic abilities, making him a second-tier cataclysmic user!

The only pity is that although the appointment has been made, the process is not yet complete.

To finalize everything, we'll have to wait until tomorrow at work. The HR department will conduct an interview first, and then officially issue the badges, epaulets, and various benefits.

For example, villas, vehicles, full-time secretaries, full-time drivers, etc.

"We should wait a bit."

Thinking this, Qiu Tu forced himself to suppress his excitement and continued chatting with Tang Feifei.

"Feifei, I became the deputy minister through the recommendation of the inspector. Besides being responsible for inspection work, can I also be responsible for other business?"

Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Tang Feifei hesitated slightly before carefully saying, "Of course. After all, you are the official deputy minister."

"So, in theory, you can fight for all the benefits that the vice ministers have."

"The only key is whether the new political minister is willing to give you these responsibilities, and how much benefit you can secure for yourself."

At this point, Tang Feifei paused for a moment, then asked, "Which part of the work do you want?"

Qiu Tu had no need to hide anything from Tang Feifei, such a steadfast ally. He stated bluntly, "Intelligence."

"I want the intelligence section."

Qiu Tu chose this division of labor not only because of the importance of "intelligence work," but also because Qin Shuman is now in charge of the intelligence work of the security department.

Given their relationship, the two could share information to some extent, expand the scope of intelligence gathering, and fill in any gaps in each other's knowledge, which would greatly enhance the intelligence capabilities of the Political Department and the Security Department.

And... to put it another way, after taking charge of this business, if Qiu Tu doesn't make progress for a while, he can always get some freebies from Qin Shuman and live off her to get by!

Besides his collaboration with Qin Shuman, another key reason why Qiu Tu wanted to get involved in intelligence work was La Riluo.

Although Qiu Tu has temporarily fooled La Riluo,... the things he's fooling her about will eventually come back to haunt him.

If the bomb explodes, Qiu Tu will still have to find a way to stall for time or deal with La Riluo.

In this situation, with access to the Security Department's intelligence work, Qiu Tu would have firsthand information from the Investigation Bureau regarding Moonlight Lake and La Riluo.

At that time, whether Qiu Tu has no choice but to sell information to La Ri Luo to gain a chance to survive, or he collects information about La Ri Luo and begins to deal with her, he can make arrangements at his own pace.

And don't forget, there's still one of Laura's secret informants among the top officials of the Investigation Bureau.

Only by controlling the intelligence department could Qiu Tu more easily find the mole...

Furthermore... Qiu Tu felt, perhaps it was a premonition, that the Moonlight Lake incident might have a huge and far-reaching impact on the surrounding areas of the New Territories, on Dongcheng District, and even on the soon-to-be-established Dongye Prefecture...

In times like these, lacking intelligence is like looking at the world with your eyes closed, groping for the future in the dark...

After chatting with Tang Feifei for a while and confirming the direction for their next division of labor, Qiu Tu hung up the phone.

After hanging up the phone, he stood by the window, quietly gazing at the night view of the New Territories.

Before I knew it, the nights in the New Territories gradually began to light up. Although it hadn't yet reached the level of a bustling metropolis with its dazzling lights, it was slowly beginning to show signs of civilization.

Then, recalling the old alleyways that had been transformed into night markets, Qiu Tu suddenly realized that the New Territories were developing at an astonishing pace.

Fortunately, during this period, he also developed at an astonishing speed.

From a low-ranking second-level agent to his current position as deputy director of the political department, he has climbed his way up step by step.

In this sprawling New Territories city, he ranks within the top 40 in terms of power.

Finally, I can be addressed as an "important person," albeit reluctantly...

'That was really tough!'

Thinking this, Qiu Tu tilted his head back and drank the wine in his glass in one gulp, his heart filled with boundless pride!

A roc rises with the wind, soaring ninety thousand miles high!

Qiu Tu believes this is just the beginning, not the end!

......

Meanwhile.

Just as Qiu Tu was filled with high spirits.

At this time, in the office of the deputy director of the Public Security Bureau.

Zheng Tao was sitting at his desk with a gloomy expression.

After leaving Guan Weihua, the head of the Public Security Bureau, Zheng Tao returned to his office and has been sitting quietly ever since.

From Guan Weihua, Zheng Tao not only learned about the favors and deals between Yan Chen and several departments, but also about Qiu Tu's influence.

For Committee Member Jiang and Director Dai to speak up for Qiu Tu, Qiu Tu is definitely not a simple person, and there is definitely more than just Tang Feifei behind him.

Although even Guan Weihua couldn't figure out who was behind Qiu Tu, he guessed that Qiu Tu might have somehow gotten involved with a big shot in the shelter and received that big shot's protection.

This discovery gave Zheng Tao an even bigger headache.

If Qiu Tu truly has such a powerful background, then... what about all of my actions of provoking Qiu Tu recently?

What does his bet with Qiu Tu today even mean?

Therefore, filled with immense regret, Zheng Tao was caught in a state of extreme entanglement and hesitation.

He previously opposed Qiu Tu because the price of his promotion to deputy minister was that he had to oppose Qiu Tu in the "August 8.16th Pharmacy Robbery Case".

Now that the [August 8.16th pharmacy robbery] is over, Zheng Tao no longer needs to oppose Qiu Tu.

So, all that's left for him is how to handle today's bet...

After much deliberation, Zheng Tao made a decision: he absolutely could not let Huimin go to accompany Qiu Tu!

He was her husband; how could he do such a thing!

But what kind of excuse or apology would Qiu Tu accept without further angering him?

Furthermore...did Qiu Tu even know that his ex-wife was his secretary?

How should I handle this situation...?

A tangle of questions, like knotted yarn, piled up in Zheng Tao's mind, leaving him unable to untangle or break free...

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After thinking quietly for a while, Zheng Tao took a deep breath.

He felt there was no point in guessing anymore, so he might as well go and talk to Qiu Tu directly.

Perhaps many things aren't as they seem. Maybe Qiu Tu never even cared about his ex-wife?

Perhaps, all I need to do is soften my stance, admit defeat, and offer some apologies to resolve this matter?

Thinking this, Zheng Tao didn't even bother to eat. He got up and prepared to go to the 9th floor to meet Qiu Tu.

And then, at that very moment...

Suddenly, there was a loud knocking on his door.

As a workaholic and a master of intense competition, Zheng Tao can switch to work mode almost anytime.

So even though he was already getting up to see Qiu Tu, when he heard someone knocking on the door, he immediately sat down, quickly adjusted his expression, and then responded in a low voice, "Please come in."

Accompanied by his voice.

The office door was pushed open, and an unfamiliar-looking detective walked in.

Upon seeing that unfamiliar face, Zheng Tao asked with a puzzled look, "Who are you?"

The detective looked at Zheng Tao expressionlessly and said in a neither humble nor arrogant manner, "Director Zheng, a superior officer wishes to see you."

"Sir?" Zheng Tao was taken aback when he heard the agent's words.

Within the Investigation Bureau, there are many superiors. All those above the rank of deputy section chief can use this title, but only the nine truly high-ranking figures in the Investigation Bureau can address Zheng Tao, the deputy director, as "superior."

Thinking about this, Zheng Tao didn't feel enlightened; instead, he became even more puzzled.

Because... those nine high-ranking officials all have dedicated secretaries, and when they need to summon their subordinates, they have their dedicated secretaries notify them.

Why was a regular detective sent to deliver the message this time?

Thinking this, Zheng Tao couldn't help but tentatively ask, "May I ask which officer you are?"

The agent said coldly, "Follow me, and you'll see."

"The officer is waiting for you on the 12th floor."

Hearing the agent's words, Zheng Tao still had many doubts, but after all, it was the 12th floor, so there was a guarantee of safety.

So Zheng Tao finally stood up, nodded, and said, "Okay. I'll be right there."

Following the detective out of the office and into the elevator, Zheng Tao quickly arrived at the 12th floor.

After getting off the elevator, Zheng Tao followed the detective and soon arrived at the door of the "officer's" office.

Looking up at the nameplate of that office, a hint of surprise flashed in Zheng Tao's eyes.

At that moment, the detective had already familiarly pushed open the office door and gestured to Zheng Tao, "Director Zheng, please."

Upon seeing this, Zheng Tao quickly lowered his head to straighten his clothes before walking inside.

He entered the office. Inside, a familiar figure was already standing by the window, gazing at the night view outside while waiting for him.

Upon seeing the figure, Zheng Tao quickly tried to salute and greet him, but the other person put his index finger to his lips, gesturing for silence...

Seeing this, Zheng Tao opened his mouth, but ultimately did not utter the other person's name.

The figure gestured for Zheng Tao to sit down before slowly speaking, "Zheng Tao... if I remember correctly, you are also an old man who came down from the shelter with the director."

Seeing Zheng Tao nod, the figure continued, "I've seen your file. You were already very capable when you were in the shelter. You also performed exceptionally well after being transferred to the New Territories."

"With your abilities, if you accumulate merits and seniority in a few years, you still have a good chance of moving up in position and getting promoted."

"What a pity... You were tricked by Qiu Tu a few days ago and lost all your prestige in front of so many detectives in the entire department. Not only did you fail to complete the task assigned to you by the chief and me, but you also allowed Qiu Tu to expand his influence."

"This really disappoints me, and the director as well..."

"After all, we put you in this position to have you restrain Qiu Tu, not to see you make a fool of yourself."

Upon hearing the figure's words, Zheng Tao's face flushed red, and his hands clenched tightly.

The defeat a few days ago was indeed the greatest humiliation of his life.

Every time he thinks about how Qiu Tu had completely outmaneuvered him, even using a young girl to humiliate him, he feels like he could disappear into a crack in the ground.

These past few days, he's been working himself to the bone again, throwing himself wholeheartedly into the work of the public security department, perhaps even using his work to numb his own thoughts.

So, this really is a thorn in his side.

The reason he was so excited about making that bet with Qiu Tu today was also for this reason.

Thinking of this, Zheng Tao felt even more distressed.

Just then, the figure slowly said, "However, the director and I can give you another chance."

"This time, as long as you do well, the director and I will still promote and give you important responsibilities."

Upon hearing the figure's words, Zheng Tao was first taken aback, then looked up with a look of surprise.

Zheng Tao tried his best to suppress his excitement, but his burning gaze betrayed his true thoughts: "I still have a chance?"

He tentatively asked, "Will I be able to be promoted to section chief in the future?"

Upon hearing Zheng Tao's words, the figure laughed heartily twice before saying earnestly, "Director?"

"You're underestimating the situation."

"If this matter can be handled well, we will follow the exploration agency's process for cultivating core personnel, transfer you back to the shelter to gain experience, and then parachute you into a position in the state after Dongye State is established."

"At that time, it's not impossible for someone to become a director, let alone a department head, or even a state legislator, let alone a city director."

Upon hearing the empty promises made by that figure, Zheng Tao's breathing quickened.

The Investigation Bureau's training sequence for its core members is as follows: first, obtain basic status in a shelter; then, be transferred to a planned area for rapid promotion; then, return to the shelter for further training; and then be transferred again for promotion.

This way, they can be promoted without waiting for someone above them to make room for them.