Ke Xue: This police officer is too martial

Chapter 65: Substance Over Appearance
The next afternoon, in the office of the director of the Criminal Division of the Metropolitan Police Department.

After Makino entered the room, Minister Odagiri immediately put down the documents in his hand, stood up and sat on the sofa in the middle of the office, chuckled and said: "Well done! This time you not only saved the face of the Metropolitan Police Department, but also established the image of the Metropolitan Police Department in front of the media and the public!"

At this point, Minister Odagiri smiled and nodded: "Okay, I won't say these clichés to you. The reason I called you here is because the White Horse Superintendent wants to see you."

"Superintendent Hakuba... now?"

"That's right. Anyway, you don't need me to remind you of any precautions. Just go now~" Minister Odagiri's eyes were full of smiles.

"Okay, I understand." Makino said goodbye to Minister Odagiri and walked out of the meeting room.

Until Makino left, Minister Odagiri was still sitting on the sofa, staring at the door of his office, his eyes full of eagerness and anticipation.

The young are really to be feared. The boy back then has now become an excellent police officer.

I'm afraid that soon this kid's position will surpass mine!

But his son Min also...

When Minister Odagiri thought of his son, his face suddenly darkened.

After a moment of silence, he stood up and walked to his desk, and made a call using the landline on the desk: "Hello, it's me. Nara Ze, is there any new progress in the case recently?"

"..."

Ten minutes later, Makino arrived at the Superintendent's office and knocked on the door.

Not long after, a calm but gentle voice sounded from inside the house: "Come in!"

Hearing this, Makino pushed the door open and walked in.

This was his second time in the Superintendent's office.

The office is very large and even has a huge floor-to-ceiling window, giving people a refreshing, bright and solemn feeling.

But Makino's mood at the moment was a little complicated.

The last time he came here, he witnessed with his own eyes the former Superintendent General Igawa Tsunari kneeling down.

For ordinary police officers, the title of Superintendent General is an unattainable position. It is not only the highest rank in the police force, but also a symbol of the unique status of the Metropolitan Police Department.

The heads of other regional police headquarters are all "Superintendents", except for the Metropolitan Police Department.

Therefore, the Superintendent General of the Metropolitan Police Department is nominally the No. 1 in the police force.

Today, this position has been completely monopolized by the "Dongda faction".

The term of office of the Superintendent of Police usually ranges from one to three years, and the term of office is changed very quickly.

Those who sit in this position are all top leaders of various branches and factions of the Dongda faction.

Regardless of your abilities, as long as you are the leader of a faction, you will have the opportunity to take this position.

The branch faction that Makino belongs to is the most powerful among the branches of the Todai faction.

The White Horse Superintendent is one of the bigwigs of his faction.

Simply put, even if Makino does nothing from now on, he can still take this position when the time comes.

Therefore, Makino did not feel anything about the position of Superintendent General, which is a "short-lived and frequently changed position."

……

At this moment, Superintendent Hakuba was sitting on the sofa, smiling and waving his hand: "We meet again, Superintendent Makino! Come, take a seat~"

After greeting, Makino sat opposite the White Horse Superintendent. Seeing the White Horse Superintendent holding up the teapot to pour tea for him, Makino immediately reached out to take the teapot.

Superintendent Hakuba interrupted Makino's actions with a smile: "Hahaha, you are the hero who solved the random poisoning case, there is no need to be so reserved~"

After pouring the tea, Superintendent Hakuba put down the teapot and turned to look at his desk: "If all the police officers in the Metropolitan Police Department were like you, the crime rate would not be as high as it is now. If you were not old enough, you would have been promoted long ago based on your achievements..."

Before Makino could speak, the White Horse Superintendent suddenly changed the subject: "But it's time to change this trend of seniority. Your ability is obvious to all... In fact, there will be a promotion meeting soon, and there will be three positions for superintendents. I will have someone nominate you~"

Makino: "?"

To be honest, Makino never expected that the purpose of Superintendent Hakuba calling him here was to give him a promotion.

This is different from the situation when he was promoted to inspector and superintendent ahead of schedule.

Generally speaking, the higher the position, the more rules you need to follow.

Even in the "Gold Watch Group", one usually has to be in his thirties before being promoted to Superintendent of Police.

In the history of the Metropolitan Police Department, there has never been a Superintendent in his twenties.

Seeing Makino's surprised expression, Superintendent Hakuba smiled, stood up, walked to Makino and patted his shoulder: "Don't worry, this is not just my decision, but 'our' decision!"

……

After returning to his office, Makino stood by the window and looked at the scenery outside.

No wonder after the series of poisoning cases ended, the top brass of the Metropolitan Police Department specifically mentioned "Inspector Makino's contribution" at a public press conference. It seems that these people had the idea of ​​"promoting" him long before that.

Although I don’t know why they do this...but getting a promotion is always a good thing.

Besides, if he really thought about it, Makino always felt that he was probably, possibly, or perhaps forced to eat Ayako's soft rice...

However, with his current strength, he no longer needs to worry about these trivial matters.

——“Dong Dong Dong”

Just then, a steady knock on the door interrupted Makino's thoughts.

Makino turned and looked towards the door and said, "Come in!"

Under Makino's curious gaze, Officer Shiratori walked into the office holding a red envelope.

After bowing slightly, Officer Shiratori walked up to Makino and handed over the invitation with both hands: "Sorry to bother you! Officer Makino, my sister is engaged and will be holding a wedding celebration this weekend. Do you have time to attend?"

Makino took the invitation and nodded, "Congratulations! I will be there on time~"

Officer Shiratori nodded with a smile and said, "That's great. In fact, my father has always wanted to see you again and talk to you in person!"

"Your father?" Muye lowered his head and recalled.

"Yes, he seems to have met you once at an exchange meeting~" Officer Shiratori touched the back of his head embarrassedly.

"Really? I see. Please tell your father that I am very grateful for his invitation. I will definitely visit him when the time comes~" Makino nodded.

"Okay, I won't bother you anymore! I look forward to seeing you!"

After saying this, Officer Shiratori saluted Makino, turned around and walked out of the office.

A few minutes later, just as Makino opened the invitation letter and looked at the specific time and place, there was another knock on the door.

After getting Makino's permission, Officer Shiratori pushed the door open again. He scratched his head sheepishly and said, "Administrator, there's a rather troublesome case that seems to involve a diplomat. Could you please go with us?"

(End of this chapter)