Reborn in 1993, Dark Sea

"An Xiaohai, Brother Hai! Tell me, how should I address you now? Not only have you made peace with Zhao Dehua, but you've also taken on an actuary as your underling. You're pretty capable!"

Wang Tiejun stared at An Xiaohai, speaking through gritted teeth.

The day after An Xiaohai was released from solitary confinement, Wang Tiejun, who had disappeared for more than two months, finally appeared. As soon as the two met, Wang Tiejun launched into these words.

"Captain Wang can call me whatever he wants!" An Xiaohai said nonchalantly.

An Xiaohai had long guessed that Wang Tiejun must have informants in the prison, but he didn't expect that informant to be so capable. He had only been in charge of the gang for less than a few days, and Wang Tiejun already knew everything about him.

"An Xiaohai, you need to understand what you're doing. This is a one-way street with no turning back!"

"Captain Wang, it seems like I've always been walking down a path of no return, haven't I?" An Xiaohai looked directly at Wang Tiejun and said, each word distinct and deliberate. His gaze was firm, and his tone was calm.

Wang Tiejun was slightly taken aback.

Yes, that's exactly An Xiaohai's situation. From the moment he entered prison, he has been walking down a path of no return.

Perhaps An Xiaohai noticed the panic and pity deep in Wang Tiejun's eyes, because he sighed softly and began to explain:

"Captain Wang, tell me, what other options do I have besides this? To get beaten black and blue every day? To cower in a corner every day, waiting to be attacked from all directions?"

Tell me what I should do?

Also, I promised you I would help you wipe out the Sea Hawks, and I have never forgotten the promise I made!

But how am I supposed to investigate? How can an unknown nobody, someone who can be bullied by anyone in prison, investigate a drug cartel? Who would tell me this?

Captain Wang, please teach me, okay? I'll do whatever you say, is that alright?

An Xiaohai's series of questions stumped Wang Tiejun.

Yes, from the perspective of investigating the case, An Xiaohai's current change in identity is actually extremely advantageous.

At least now An Xiaohai has access to criminals of a completely different level, and the information he can get is definitely more numerous and important.

At the same time, An Xiaohai became increasingly dangerous.

This danger refers not only to An Xiaohai's personal safety, but also to the inherent danger posed by him!

An Xiaohai was not only recognized by the prisoners, but also created such a big scene, so he must have done something that the prisoners approved of, and that was collectively approved of.

This is definitely not a good sign! Although Wang Tiejun did not ask An Xiaohai what he had done, he was absolutely certain in his heart.

In Wang Tiejun's view, An Xiaohai is undoubtedly very intelligent. This is not only Wang Tiejun's feeling or intuition, but also all the achievements An Xiaohai has made are very good evidence.

If such a clever person is assimilated by the prisoners in the prison and turns into a complete criminal, it will be a disaster for everyone and for society as a whole!

This was also what Wang Tiejun was most worried and conflicted about, and it was precisely for this reason that Wang Tiejun wanted to train An Xiaohai from the very beginning.

Unlike An Xiaohai's initial thoughts, Wang Tiejun did not intend to instill too many of the rules and regulations of the police force in him. Instead, he wanted to provide him with necessary guidance in his thinking.

Wang Tiejun's primary criterion for evaluating police officers is not their performance or intelligence, but rather their character. For a narcotics police officer, character must be the top priority.

At the time, An Xiaohai's objections were quite valid, and Wang Tiejun also believed that An Xiaohai's character was generally sound, so they gave up. But now it seems that his judgment at the time was probably a bit too emotional.

"An Xiaohai, your current state is making me very worried. I have to consider terminating your mission, or rather, ending our cooperation."

But please rest assured, I will continue to keep an eye on your situation.

You said that I am a people's police officer, and protecting the property and safety of the people is my duty.

I haven't forgotten that either.

"Captain Wang, are you threatening me?" An Xiaohai's voice turned somewhat cold.

"This isn't a threat, it's reflection!" Wang Tiejun let out a long breath, leaned back in his chair, and lit a cigarette. "I admit, when I heard that you could help me investigate the Sea Hawks, I was indeed a little impulsive."

It has been proven that decisions made in a state of impulse are often not very correct.

Following that, you provided us with three important clues in succession, helping us solve three major cases. These things made me even more lost, and I finally overlooked your age and identity.

I'm sorry, it's all my fault!

I've been working on a case out of town for a while now, and my colleagues from other places have been on the front lines, so I've been relatively relaxed. I took this time to think about your situation, which is why I came to see you as soon as I got back to Shenhai City.

I really want you to quit, so you'll have a chance to save yourself.

"Save myself? Captain Wang still thinks I have a chance?" An Xiaohai looked up at the ceiling. In his view, all his escape routes had been cut off from the day the case was finalized.

"Of course there's a chance!" This time, Wang Tiejun wasn't stumped by An Xiaohai's question; he nodded decisively.

"During this trip out on a case, I met up with some old classmates and colleagues and explained your situation to them in detail. With their guidance, I found a breakthrough for you!"

An Xiaohai didn't speak, but just stared blankly at Wang Tiejun. He didn't expect that Wang Tiejun, who was not related to him, would care about his affairs to this extent!

At the same time, An Xiaohai gradually understood why Wang Tiejun couldn't defeat Haiyaozi in another time and space.

Wang Tiejun's true heart is far too soft! How can a policeman with a tough exterior but a soft heart possibly fight against a ruthless and inhuman drug lord?

Good triumphs over evil? Absolutely not!

In An Xiaohai's view, only evil can defeat evil, and it must be a deeper kind of evil! Even if one does not do evil deeds, one must understand what evil is.

Wang Tiejun clearly didn't understand, or perhaps he did, but his understanding was superficial. Yet, in An Xiaohai's eyes, this same Wang Tiejun became even more towering and respectable.

"Don't even think about regular universities. I don't have the ability to send you back."

But there's still a crack in the gates of the police academy!

I've confirmed it for you. Based on your past experience and the three times you provided crucial clues for solving cases, you have a chance to enter the police academy through special channels and with special approval.

As long as you pass the exam and medical examination, and I can vouch for you, that's fine.

So, what do you think? You didn't expect that, did you? The world isn't as dark as you imagine; there are still many more people who uphold their principles and defend justice!

Don't give me that so-called mastermind thing. Don't worry, leave it to me. I'll find a way to find him!

Good will never prevail over evil!

An Xiaohai, you must believe me, the darkness we face is temporary, and you must believe that justice will ultimately prevail!

An Xiaohai's eyes suddenly felt a little sore.

When Wang Tiejun said these words, his whole body seemed to radiate light, a light that stung An Xiaohai's eyes and seemed to sting the world as well.

"Captain Wang, what are you saying? I was just joking with you..." After a long pause, An Xiaohai's expression suddenly changed, and he started to grin.

"Are you kidding me? Is that funny?!" Wang Tiejun was so angry that he stood up.

This kid is serious one minute, solemn the next, and now he's all smiles and grinning. He's getting harder and harder to figure out and deal with!

"Oh, alright, Captain Wang, please calm down! I'm really not doing anything reckless, and I could never be assimilated by the prisoners. I'm just trying to protect myself and investigate the Sea Hawk. Please don't worry about me!"

An Xiaohai bowed and scraped as he stepped forward, pretending to help Wang Tiejun sit down, but Wang Tiejun still glared fiercely at An Xiaohai, his body as stiff as an iron plate!

"I think you're still trying to fool me. You're getting more and more cunning!"

"How am I cunning? I had no choice!"

An Xiaohai continued to argue with Wang Tiejun: "Captain Wang, think about it, I was only sentenced to three and a half years. Even if the sentence is increased now, it will only be less than four years!"

If I calculate it that way, I was only 23 when I left home, with so much of my life ahead of me. How could I possibly do anything reckless? I'm not stupid!

Also, Xuan'er and the others are still waiting for me outside, you know that too.

But it's really tough for me here. If I don't use some underhanded tactics, I might get beaten to death before I even get out of prison. You know that, right? The few times you've come to see me before, I was always lying in the infirmary, wasn't I?

Also, I have already carefully studied the dangers of drug use.

The people like Haiyaozi have caused a great deal of harm, and they must be punished accordingly. Even if this incident hadn't happened, I would still continue to investigate them.

However, they are so well hidden that if I don't have some status or position among the prisoners, I have no way of making a move. Even if I do find their people, it will be very difficult to get close to them.

Even if I were lucky enough to be accepted by them, would I have to work my way up from the bottom? Wouldn't that make my fate even worse? If it drags on for three years after three years, with no end in sight, then I'm truly doomed.

Don't worry, Captain Wang, I haven't changed. I've just matured a bit and adapted to life here a little better!

"Really? But I feel like you're still trying to fool me," Wang Tiejun said, staring into An Xiaohai's eyes, his face full of disbelief. "And what do you mean by 'three years and then another three years'? Explain yourself!"