After ten years undercover, I'm giving up.

When the others saw how enthusiastic Stephen Chow was, they were first taken aback, and then they all realized what was going on.

A roll, right?

Anyone can do that!

"Boss, Chen Jiaju reporting for duty!"

"Hey boss, I've arrived too!"

"Master, I'm at your beck and call!"

The atmosphere in the office instantly transformed from a normal workday into a massive display of loyalty.

In the end, only one person remained standing there without saying a word.

Wen Jianren.

brush brush --

Almost simultaneously, everyone's eyes fell on him.

Wen Jianren: "..."

Why should he bow his head to Ma Zhichao in front of so many people?

He really can't bring himself to do that!

Ma Zhichao didn't dwell on this minor detail; instead, his expression turned serious, and his gaze swept across everyone's faces.

"I have something to announce now."

"A large-scale operation will take place at midnight tonight."

"So after get off work today, everyone must remain at the police station and is not allowed to leave without permission."

"Dinner will be served at the police station. Everyone is on standby."

"All the guys who are out on duty have been notified to come back."

"The target of this operation is a creature named Tiger..."

Halfway through his sentence, Ma Zhichao seemed to suddenly realize he had misspoke and immediately swallowed the rest of his words.

The eyes of all the police officers in the office lit up immediately.

Big operation?

Is there such a good thing?

In the last Mingxin Hospital arms case, almost everyone in the Major Crimes Unit was involved and received some credit.

Stephen Chow and Chan Ka-kui, in particular, performed brilliantly and were promoted and given raises, which greatly motivated many people.

Now that they heard about another operation, everyone was naturally more excited than the last.

Even Wen Jianren couldn't help but have a glint of eagerness in his eyes.

Last time he missed it and could only watch others eat meat while he didn't even get a sip of soup.

That feeling was so intense, it made me regret it to the core.

But at that moment, Ma Zhichao suddenly turned around and added insult to injury: "Inspector Wen Jianren, you don't need to participate in this operation."

"What?!"

Wen Jianren's eyes widened instantly, and he almost jumped up.

He angrily retorted, "Why can't I go? I'm also in the Major Crimes Unit; I need to earn merit too!"

Ma Zhichao sneered, "Everyone reported to me just now, but you were the only one who pretended not to hear."

"I now have every reason to suspect that you have serious dissatisfaction with me as your boss."

"If information about the operation leaks from you, causing the entire plan to fail, who will take responsibility?"

Upon hearing this, the expressions of the surrounding police officers immediately changed.

A barrage of wary gazes were cast toward Wen Jianren.

Wen Jianren: "..."

He was so angry he almost spat out blood.

Does this work too?

This guy can be accused of something?

At this moment, the world where only Wen Jianren is injured has been completely achieved.

Ma Zhichao ignored him and turned to look at Liang Xiaorou.

"Xiaorou, go and prepare a weapons and equipment application later."

"The specifications will be the same as last time."

"Don't be stingy, write down heavy firepower as well."

"Also, call everyone back inside. Nobody is allowed to wander off tonight."

Liang Xiaorou immediately straightened up: "Yes, sir!"

Half an hour later.

Ma Zhichao took the "Weapons and Equipment Application" and went directly to Raymond's office.

Raymond took the document, glanced at it, and then shook his head.

"I can't sign this."

"After the arms case at Mingxin Hospital, Director Edmund has taken back the final approval authority for such applications."

Ma Zhichao raised an eyebrow: "I see."

"Then I'll go find the director."

After saying that, he took back the documents and turned to leave.

Raymond watched Ma Zhichao's departing figure, a thoughtful look flashing in his eyes.

Logically speaking, Edmund would certainly not sign easily.

But judging from Ma Zhichao's demeanor just now, he didn't seem to be unsure at all.

What's this kid up to now?

Soon, Ma Zhichao knocked on the door of Director Edmund's office.

Edmund's eyes flickered slightly when he saw the documents in his hand.

"Is your Major Crimes Unit making a move tonight?"

Ma Zhichao nodded: "That's right."

Edmund sat up straight, adopting the air of a commissioner, and said in a serious tone, "I am the commissioner of the West Kowloon Police Station, and I have the authority to oversee the operations of my subordinate departments."

"First, write a complete action plan report and submit it to me."

"I'll decide whether or not to sign the application after I've read it."

Edmund knew it perfectly well.

What he least wants to see right now is Ma Zhichao continuing to make meritorious contributions.

If this guy keeps climbing higher, who in the entire West Kowloon will be able to keep him in check?

After hearing this, Ma Zhichao rolled his eyes.

You're dreaming.

"Shall I hand over the action plan to you?"

"And then you turn around and arrange for your own people to steal the credit?"

"Do you think I'm stupid?"

These words were so blunt, like a knife, precisely piercing Edmund's heart.

Bang-!

Edmund slammed his hand on the desk in anger.

"Ma Zhichao!"

"Watch your attitude!"

"I'm the director!"

"I have the right to demand a detailed report of the operation!"

"If you don't cooperate, I will absolutely not sign this application!"

Snapped.

Ma Zhichao gently placed a cassette tape on the table, a movement so subtle it felt like a thunderclap striking Edmund's heart.

He said with a smile, "Chief Edmund."

"I suggest you rephrase what you just said."

"..."

Edmund's face turned green instantly.

Fuck!

He almost forgot about that recording from last time!

Damn it.

That bastard still has something on him!

Edmund stared intently at the cassette tape, his face alternating between pale and flushed.

Finally, he gritted his teeth, picked up the pen, and signed his name on the application documents.

"OK."

"You win."

Ma Zhichao picked up the signed document and smiled very politely: "Thank you for your support of the frontline work, Director."

After saying that, he turned and left the office.

Edmund initially comforted himself, thinking that patience would bring peace.

But after Ma Zhichao left, he felt more and more aggrieved.

He, a foreign police chief at the level of assistant commissioner, was completely overpowered by a senior superintendent with a cassette tape!

How could I possibly swallow this insult?

"no."

"We can't stay here any longer."

It's been 1993 years now.

In four years, Hong Kong Island will undergo a major transformation.

He didn't have much time left anyway, so there was no need for him to stay in West Kowloon and waste his time with Ma Zhichao.

However, even if he is to be transferred, Ma Zhichao should not be allowed to have an easy time.

Before we leave, we have to teach this kid a lesson!

With that in mind, Edmund picked up the phone and called Wen Jianren directly.

His meaning was very simple.

Try to find out exactly who Ma Zhichao is planning to target tonight.

the other side.

Wen Jianren was already seething with anger because Ma Zhichao had repeatedly embarrassed him in public.

When he suddenly received a call from Director Edmund, his eyes lit up.

Yup!

He could easily switch sides and side with Director Edmund!

He used to follow Lei Meng, and although he had some backing, he didn't actually gain much benefit from it.

Edmund, the foreign commissioner, used to look down on a lowly inspector like him.

But things are different now.

Edmund actually took the initiative to ask him for news.

Everyone in West Kowloon knows that Commissioner Edmund and Ma Chi-chiu are at odds.

Isn't this an opportunity presented to us?

Wen Jianren immediately lowered his voice and said, "Reporting to the Director, Ma Zhichao let slip a little something during the meeting just now."

"His target tonight seems to be a gang with the word 'Tiger' in their name."

Edmund frowned and asked, "Only one character, 'tiger'? What's the full name?"

Wen Jianren quickly explained, "I'm sorry, Director, he was very cautious at the time. He only said that one word and then stopped immediately."

Edmund said in a deep voice, "Continue the investigation."

"Notify me immediately of any new information."

Wen Jianren immediately replied, "Understood, Director!"

After the call ended.

Edmund sat behind his desk, his fingers tapping lightly on the surface.

"Tiger……"

He quickly came up with two possible targets.

One is the infamous "Tiger, Leopard, and Jackal" gang, a notorious criminal organization in the underworld.

The other one is Chen Juhu's Big Circle Group.

Both groups are among the most wanted on Hong Kong Island.

Moreover, they were all ruthless criminals who dared to shoot, kill, and confront the police head-on.

If Ma Zhichao really takes action against one of the groups tonight, then he will have made a significant contribution.

……

evening.

Cointreau Hotel.

Room 708.

As soon as Lok Wai-ching entered the room, she saw Ma Chi-chao sitting there with a rather smug smile on his face.

That expression seemed to say—

Woman, in the end you still obediently came.

Ma Zhichao had already prepared himself to give this little wild horse a good "education" tonight.

The next second...

He was completely stunned.

"What the hell?"

"What are you wearing?"

"It even comes with steel plates?"

"There's even a lock?"

Ma Zhichao felt a little numb when he saw the strange protective gear on Le Huizhen's body.

He had just started to create the atmosphere.

And you give me a fully-defended, impenetrable fortress?

Seeing his discomfitured expression, Yue Huizhen burst into a smug smile.

Hahaha~~~

"Now you're dumbfounded, aren't you?"

"I've said it before, I will never fall into the same trap twice!"

At this moment, she finally felt a sense of satisfaction, as if she had finally avenged her great grudge.

We've finally won one game back!

snort!

But someone like Ma Zhichao is clearly not one to easily admit defeat.

He stared at Lok Hye-jung for a few seconds, then suddenly smiled.

"OK."

"You have your brilliant plans, and I have my ways to overcome them."

Yue Huizhen immediately became alert: "What are you planning to do now?"

Ma Zhichao slowly leaned back on the sofa and pushed the interview materials on the table directly in front of her.

"Since you've prepared so thoroughly, then let's not try anything fancy tonight."

"sit down."

"First, organize the interview outline."

"While you're at it, make me some tea, peel some fruit, and give me a shoulder massage."

"If you want an exclusive deal, show some sincerity."

Yue Huizhen: "???"

She was completely dumbfounded.

Does this work too?

What happened to letting her turn the tables?

How come she suddenly became a free assistant?

An hour later.

While gritting her teeth and organizing the interview materials, Lok Wai-ching looked utterly bewildered.

Ma Zhichao sat comfortably on the sofa, drinking tea and occasionally offering a comment.

"This question is too weak, rewrite it."

"This angle is good, add it."

"Please cut the fruit into smaller pieces, Miss Reporter. Your service awareness is lacking."

Le Huizhen was so angry that she almost broke the pen in half.

Damn it!

She was clearly there to get an exclusive deal.

How did we end up suffering such a huge loss?

At this moment, Ma Zhichao suddenly seemed to remember something and glanced at the locked outfit she was wearing.

"By the way, where's the key?"

Lok Wai-ching raised her chin and snorted, "I left it at home."

Ma Zhichao raised an eyebrow: "What if we can't find the key?"

"..."

The smug look on Lok Hye-jung's face froze instantly.

A few seconds later, she was completely distraught.

It's over.

She suddenly realized that this turn of events might not have been a counterattack.

Instead, he picked up a stone and smashed it precisely onto the back of his own foot.