Reborn as a Police Officer in India

Chapter 564 A Surprise

“Looks like I should go to the law enforcement office to see you,” Rodon said. “That way I can be more open and aboveboard.”

"No!" Hayolai was startled by Rodon's words. "If you really do this, our chief won't be able to stand it. Aren't you just slapping him in the face?"

Rodon laughed and said, "Just kidding."

If he were to go directly to the law enforcement agency to find Hayo, there wouldn't be any problem, but in Bowayd's view, that would be a provocation against him.

Everyone knows he's the most unpopular person in the law enforcement agency.

He even went to the law enforcement bureau to see the deputy director. What was Rodon up to?

These kinds of things are usually done privately. Some things, if they're not made public, can be ignored.

Once it's exposed, it will embarrass everyone and make things difficult to handle.

Rodton didn't really intend to keep it a secret when he invited Hato over.

I believe that Boved will soon find out that Hayo has come to meet him.

Rodon didn't care about these things. After all, Hayo was a deputy director, and he believed that Bowayd wouldn't cause any trouble by coming to see him.

Besides, I've known Hayola for a long time and we have a good relationship.

Back when Povey was still in power, he got to know me through Hayo, and it was because Hayo and I had a good relationship.

He also had a close relationship with Vides, the then director of the CBI.

At that time, Povey apologized to Vides and asked for his forgiveness.

Unexpectedly, fortunes change, and not long after, with the support of the People's Party, Poveyd's power rapidly expanded.

Now that Vides has retired early, while Powell is still active in the political arena, he is now a nightmare for countless people.

"What do you want from me?" Hayola asked.

"Can't I contact you if there's nothing wrong?" Rodon asked.

“You’re a very busy person, overseeing such a large organization as the Central Bureau of Investigation. If it’s nothing urgent, it can be resolved over the phone. But I should warn you in advance: don’t even think about trying to find out any secrets about the Law Enforcement Bureau from me. No matter what, I am the deputy director of the Law Enforcement Bureau,” Hayola said with a smile.

"I won't pry into your law enforcement secrets," Rodon chuckled. "But there's something I'd like to ask you about recently. It's about Powell."

“Oh, something to do with that Sori?” Hayola asked.

“That’s right, you knew too?” Rodon said.

"Most of the law enforcement bureaus have heard about it," Hayola said with a smile. "Powell's brother recently got his comeuppance, and it's caused quite a stir within the bureau. You know, that Panstar is arrogant and domineering; nobody in the bureau dares to mess with him. Relying on the bureau's support, no one can get the better of him outside. Recently, he and his men have run into a lot of trouble, especially his men; many of them have been severely punished. It's safe to say it's caused quite a stir within the bureau. So, you want to find out Powell's attitude towards this matter?"

In the past few days, Sori and Neil have already begun their operation.

It can be described as fighting violence with violence; Neil's men showed no mercy to Penstar's men.

It was more than just a lesson; Hayo was being very lenient.

Although Neil didn't cause any deaths, many of Panstar's men will probably spend the rest of their lives bedridden.

Panstar had previously hired law enforcement to arrest several of Sori's men, and at the same time, his men began harassing Sori's company in Delhi and some construction sites, all in an effort to create trouble for Sori.

So Neil really went all out against these guys.

These are things that the police should be handling; the law enforcement bureau can't just go and arrest some petty thugs.

As for the police, with Rodton's connections, they turned a blind eye to this. Even with instructions from the law enforcement agency, they just dragged their feet and nothing came of it.

“I’m not too concerned about Powell’s attitude toward this matter,” Rodon said.

"Huh?" Hayola asked in surprise, "Aren't you worried that Powell will target you next?"

According to Hayo, the fate of Panstar's men was related to Sori, who was one of Rodon's men.

If this matter were to be investigated further, it would no longer be a matter between Panstar and Sori, but rather a struggle between Powell and Rodon.

At this moment, Rodon came to see him. In Hayolae's mind, Rodon must want to know Boved's attitude towards this matter. Only after understanding it can Rodon better deal with Boved's next moves.

"Does Powell dare to make a big fuss?" Rodon asked.

These words surprised Hayo.

Upon closer reflection, Hayola realized that he might have made a mistake.

It's unlikely that Powell and Rodon will directly confront each other, as that would benefit neither of them.

Whether it's Powell or Rodon, both of them will likely avoid it; this tacit understanding goes without saying, and everyone can understand it.

If the people below start fighting and cause some trouble, and it gets out, everyone can still manage to handle it.

If all else fails, just push these tasks onto those below; there's no need for those in power to get involved personally.

Once those in power intervene personally, the situation can spiral out of control.

"So what do you want to ask?" Hayola asked.

“I want to know if Panstar’s targeting of Sori this time is at the behest of Powell,” Rodon said.

“Although I haven’t investigated this matter, I can confirm that Boved definitely knew about it,” Hayo said. “Pansida may have acted somewhat recklessly, but on important matters, he will generally consult Boved. Sori is related to you, and Pansida couldn’t possibly be unaware of it. So Pansida must have mentioned this to Boved, and he did it anyway, so Boved must have approved. I think you can guess what’s going on.”

“That was indeed my guess, but now that you've said it too, I think there's basically no doubt about it,” Rodon said. “Sending his brother to test the waters, Povid is really targeting me.” Hayola paused for a moment and said, “I don't think Povid has that much guts. Surely not.”

“Don’t forget, Povey is highly regarded by the People’s Party right now,” Rodon said. “He dares to do this because the People’s Party tacitly approves.”

“In that case, you’d better be careful.” A look of worry appeared on Hayola’s face. “Your Central Bureau of Investigation is now seen as a traitor by the People’s Party.”

“The Central Bureau of Investigation is not a law enforcement agency, and I am not Bowen,” Rodon laughed. “The People’s Party won’t target me much right now; their minds are probably on the next general election. Of course, just because they won’t now doesn’t mean they won’t in the future.”

“If the People’s Party wins again after the next general election, you might not even be able to hold onto your position as director,” Hayok said.

He still admired Rodon.

After all, coming from the slums and reaching such heights is nothing short of a miracle.

Unfortunately, even though Rodon had a huge influence among the people.

However, the People's Party is equally strong, especially if they win the next general election, their prestige will be unparalleled.

Even Rodon will have to step aside then.

Given the style of the People's Party, it's unlikely that Rodon can continue to lead the Central Bureau of Investigation.

"Given the current situation, their third consecutive term is practically a foregone conclusion," Rodon said.

"You'd better start preparing now," Hayo said.

“That doesn’t mean I can’t become the director, does it?” Rodon said.

"Hmm?" Hayola asked in confusion, "They've all been re-elected, how can they let you continue as the director? You're probably going to lose your acting director position soon."

Hayolae didn't quite understand what Rodon was saying.

“I don’t think these things will happen to me. But for Powell, his position as director is very likely to be in jeopardy,” Rodon said, not answering Hayola’s question.

Hayola stared wide-eyed, puzzled. Was Rodon talking nonsense?

Just now, Rodon clearly said that the People's Party's re-election is a foregone conclusion.

If that's the case, why would Rodon say something like that?
It feels like it's completely backwards.

It should be that Rodton's position as director is in jeopardy.

Now, according to Rodton, it's actually Powell's position as director that's in jeopardy, which is quite strange.

"Roton, did I hear that right? You said Powell's position as director is in jeopardy?" Hayola wanted to confirm.

“You heard right, that’s exactly it,” Rodon said with a slight smile. “Re-election doesn’t mean their power will increase.”

“Of course, the power of a second term will be greater, what is there to doubt?” Hayo was confused.

“The Congress Party and other opposition groups are not so easy to deal with. They have been gathering strength over the years, and I believe they will give everyone a surprise this time,” Rodton said.

“The situation on the side of the Congress Party and other opposition parties is not optimistic. I don’t have a good outlook on them,” Hayo said. “I really can’t think of any surprises you’re talking about.”

Upon hearing Hayo's words, Rodon couldn't help but smile.

Hayo's idea is actually quite similar to that of the Indian people; most people think the same way.

The performance of the Congress Party and other opposition parties was rather disappointing, with a stark contrast to the support rate of the People's Party.

The People's Party is currently campaigning extensively, and has already announced through the news media that it will win more seats in the Federal Parliament in the next general election than in the previous two.

It's fair to say that everyone believed this would succeed.

Even Hayola, the deputy director of the law enforcement agency, thought the same way.

“Otherwise, how can it be called a surprise? The unexpected is what makes a surprise,” Rodon said.

Hayola stared at Rodon for a while before saying, "Could it be that you received guidance from the gods?"

High-ranking officials and elites like Hayola certainly wouldn't believe in such claims about gods and spirits.

To appear as a devout believer is merely an act in front of the public, a pretense to gain their support.

This is a common tactic used by government officials and some politicians.

Like those high-caste Brahmins and the like, they are vegetarians and don't drink alcohol.

But their cupboards must be filled with a lot of foreign liquors, brandy, wine, and so on.

Not drinking is just for show, for the lower classes.

Privately, these Indian elites behave exactly like Western aristocrats.

Hayo knew that many people said Rodon was the spokesperson of God, a messenger sent by God.

He, of course, did not believe any of this.

Given how certain Rodton seemed, this was really the only way he could think of it.

“If Powell falls, I think you might be able to take his place,” Rodon said seriously, without answering Hayola’s question.

(End of this chapter)