Era: Starting from the local police station

"Aren't you surprised?"

Jiang Zhenghua was taken aback upon hearing Director Qiao's words.

"This is the first time I've encountered this situation."

Seeing his expression, Instructor Zhang laughed and then explained the procedure.

Previously, a work permit required demobilized personnel to report for duty and submit materials such as a demobilization introduction letter and organizational affiliation. The police station would then report their information to the personnel department of the Dongcheng Branch to complete the staffing registration and job verification.

Then, the branch office will organize the taking of ID photos and the filling out of the "Application Form for People's Public Security Work Permit" with detailed information.

Finally, the Public Security Bureau's Public Security Division printed them out, affixed the branch bureau's official seal and steel stamp, and then distributed them to the police stations, notifying the individuals to collect them.

After listening, Jiang Zhenghua said softly, "Won't that take many days?"

Director Qiao flicked his cigarette ash and said with a smile, "That's right. Even with priority given to demobilized soldiers, the procedures still take at least two weeks."

"Usually, after reporting for duty, the director will issue a temporary duty certificate for the initial transition period."

Seeing that Jiang Zhenghua still looked confused, Instructor Zhang said another thing.

"So that's how it is."

Jiang Zhenghua suddenly realized.

Director Qiao pointed to the red gun license and said, "Let me explain the normal procedure to you, so you won't be confused later."

"Please explain in detail, Director."

Subsequently, Director Qiao explained the normal procedures to Jiang Zhenghua.

From personnel approval to eligibility review and technical assessment, the gun license can be issued in half a month, which is considered a fast process.

Generally, within a week of a new recruit reporting for duty, the police station will submit an application for firearms and provide the demobilized officer's personnel file and appointment documents.

About a week later, the branch office will send personnel from the personnel department and the public security department to conduct a joint review and organize a firearms safety assessment.

For demobilized soldiers, firearms handling skills are certainly not a problem, so they are exempt from practical assessments and the focus is on testing police firearms usage regulations.

Once approved, the Municipal Public Security Bureau will approve and issue the "People's Police Gun Possession Certificate" within two weeks, and also distribute official firearms.

Director Qiao looked at the bewildered Jiang Zhenghua with a hint of inquiry in his eyes.

"So you're expediting both of these matters. What I find most puzzling is that the gun on this license isn't one we already have, and as of today, the higher-ups haven't issued it to us."

This means that the gun is not currently in use, and its whereabouts are unknown.

Director Qiao stubbed out his cigarette and said softly, "How about... I call the bureau chief and ask?"

Jiang Zhenghua shook his head, reached his right hand to his waist, took out a Type 54 pistol, placed it on the table, and said softly, "This gun has always been on me."

Director Qiao's eyes widened instantly as he stared intently at the pistol on the table, while Instructor Zhang jumped up as if he had seen a ghost.

Jiang Zhenghua was not surprised by their reactions.

Under normal circumstances, demobilized or retired military personnel must surrender their weapons when leaving the military and are absolutely not allowed to take them out of the unit.

Unless it is a gun with commemorative value, it also needs the approval of the chief commander.

or it could be...

At that moment, Director Qiao and Instructor Zhang also thought of it at the same time.

Or perhaps the person is carrying a secret to ensure their own safety.

Either way, it shows that Jiang Zhenghua has an extraordinary background.

Thinking of this, the two immediately looked at each other and saw the doubt in each other's eyes.

Isn't he the son of a level-five fitter at the Red Star Machinery Factory?

I've never heard of any important figures in your family.

"You really startled me."

Director Qiao chuckled, picked up a cigarette case from the side, took out three cigarettes, and handed them to the two men.

"This is the leader's care."

Jiang Zhenghua took the cigarette and gave a wry smile.

"If it's inconvenient for you, you don't have to tell us."

Instructor Zhang slowly sat back down on the stool.

Director Qiao nodded repeatedly.

Jiang Zhenghua said slowly, "There's nothing I can't talk about, it doesn't involve any secrets. It's just that when we were on a mission, we provoked some mad dogs. Our old commander was afraid something might happen, so he gave me his gun for self-defense. I guess he was worried about something, so he found a way to register the gun directly in my name."

Director Qiao replied, "I guess that's how it is."

Instructor Zhang echoed, "That's probably the reason."

He thought to himself, "Nobody believes that. But it's better not to know too much."

Jiang Zhenghua didn't say anything more. Instead, he opened his backpack, took out two envelopes and a file folder, and handed them to Director Qiao with both hands: "Director, inside are my job introduction letter, organizational relationship materials, household registration transfer materials, as well as my demobilization certificate and demobilization introduction letter."

Director Qiao took it and placed it on the table: "Will you register your household registration at home, or...?"

Jiang Zhenghua replied, "Let's merge with the family business."

Director Qiao nodded: "No problem. Your household registration is managed by Yu'er Police Station. Give me your family's household registration book, and I'll have the clerk make a trip to register the household and then have them make a note of it before transferring it to our police station."

According to regulations, the household registration of police officers needs to be centrally managed, but does not need to be transferred. It is only necessary to indicate the collective management authority of the public security bureau.

Jiang Zhenghua said embarrassedly, "How about I make the trip myself? I don't want to trouble you, comrade."

Director Qiao waved his hand and said, "This is the clerk's responsibility. While you're at it, give me your household grain and oil ration book so they can process it together. I'll fill in your household address, and that will make it complete. Our ration is thirty-two jin."

After saying that, he picked up his gun license, opened it, and then picked up a pen from the side.

Jiang Zhenghua then took out the grain and oil ration coupon from his backpack.

According to regulations, cadres are classified as light manual laborers and their monthly allowance is 30 jin (15 kg). However, given that police officers need to go out on duty, they are given an extra 2 jin (1 kg).

"That's quite a lot. For an average adult, it's only about 28 kilograms per month."

Jiang Zhenghua nodded in satisfaction; it was indeed quite a lot.

"This is considered a special treatment for us. As for oil, everyone gets the same amount, half a jin per month."

Just as Instructor Zhang finished speaking, there was a soft knock on the door, followed by a loud "Report!"

Director Qiao raised his head and said loudly, "Please come in."

The wooden door to the office creaked open in response.

A policeman in his forties carried two large bags in, put them down, stood at attention, and reported: "Reporting to the station chief and instructor, I have brought the deputy station chief's uniform and related items."

Director Qiao nodded and said to Jiang Zhenghua, "This is Cao Hui, the custodian and office clerk. If you need anything in the future, you can just ask him."

"Hello, Deputy Director Jiang."

Cao Hui stood at attention and saluted Jiang Zhenghua.

"Hello, Comrade Cao."

Jiang Zhenghua immediately stood up and returned the salute.

Director Qiao asked, "Is everything complete?"

Cao Hui replied, "Everything is ready. Deputy Director Jiang's police uniform was delivered by the branch office yesterday. They were very efficient this time, unlike in the past when it took a month to order and we had to use the old ones first."

Director Qiao picked up the household registration transfer documents and household registration booklet from the table and handed them to Cao Hui: "These are Deputy Director Jiang's household registration booklet and other relevant documents. Go to Yu'er Police Station and get them processed."

Cao Hui stepped forward and took it: "No problem, it can be done in one morning."

Jiang Zhenghua picked up a cigarette and handed it to Cao Hui: "Thank you for your hard work, Comrade Cao."

Cao Hui took the cigarette and tucked it behind his ear: "You're too kind, it's just part of my job."

After saying that, he said to Director Qiao, "Director, if there's nothing else, I'll be going now."

Director Qiao waved his hand: "Go ahead and get busy."

"Director, I'll take Deputy Director Jiang to register his organizational affiliation first, and also put his things away. We'll meet again later to discuss the rest."

After Cao Hui left, Instructor Zhang picked up the organizational affiliation documents on the table.

Director Qiao nodded: "Okay, I'll contact the branch office to register you, and that will be your official onboarding."

Instructor Zhang stepped forward, picked up a bag, and walked outside.

"Thank you for your help, Director."

After saying that, Jiang Zhenghua quickly picked up the bag on the ground and followed him outside.