I will be stronger after the remake

“Fine, I’m not the one who’ll lose face anyway.” Yuan Ji wasn’t going to back down.

The two looked at Director Hu, who thought about it for a moment and realized that there was nothing wrong with it, just a little embarrassing. He waved his hand and agreed.

"Then I'll call him over now, and you can verify it for yourself."

Tang Ping dialed a phone number, asking Ma Yiming to come over under the pretext of needing to take additional statements. The other party readily agreed.

At this moment, Yuan Ji sensed something was wrong: "Wait a minute, what if you and your classmate made plans together and are deliberately putting on an act?"

Tang Ping said, "If what I said is true, my classmate will most likely accept the invitation to switch jobs to the Public Security Department. Then he will be our colleague. You will have plenty of time to keep a close eye on him. Even if he can act for a while, can he act forever? We wouldn't go to such lengths just to see you make a fool of yourself. We're not that bored."

Upon hearing this, Director Hu promptly chimed in, "If you really act for a lifetime, there's no difference between you and the real thing."

He didn't care whether Tang Ping was lying or not; as long as a psychic was willing to join the Security Department, he would wholeheartedly support them.

Yuan Ji said fiercely, "If I find out it's all an act, you and your classmates will have to do ten times the amount of embarrassing things!"

"no problem."

Tang Ping readily agreed without the slightest hesitation.

After a while, Ma Yiming reported to the Public Security Section.

After learning that there was a possibility of undermining the Armed Forces Section, Director Hu's gaze towards Ma Yiming changed completely. He treated Ma Yiming with the same enthusiasm that Cao Cao had seen Zhao Zilong, who had charged in and out of Changbanpo seven times. He personally greeted Ma Yiming and took him to his office to take his statement.

The reason Tang Ping gave on the phone was not made up. Yesterday, Hu Ze only gave a verbal report to his superiors. Next, it needs to be compiled into a written document for archiving, and the content must be more detailed.

Of course, in theory, it is enough to record the statements of the two actual participants; Ma Yiming's statement is not necessary.

After taking the statement, Hu Ze thanked the other party for their cooperation and then said somewhat eagerly, "After yesterday's joint operation, I'm certain that Comrade Ma Yiming is a talent our unit urgently needs. I wonder if you would be willing to change your work environment?"

“Uh, this…” Ma Yiming was caught off guard. “I haven’t considered such a thing. Thank you for your appreciation, but my abilities are actually quite average. I’m not as outstanding as you say.”

"Don't underestimate yourself. You are already very outstanding among the younger generation. If you feel that your abilities are average, it's because the Armed Forces Department has not treated talent properly, which has led you to doubt yourself. In that case, you should change your environment. As the saying goes, a tree dies when transplanted, but a person thrives."

"The Armed Forces Department treated me quite well."

"When it comes to talent, it's not enough to just say they're good. We'll give them the same treatment they can get. Don't feel like you owe anyone anything. You're working for the country and serving the people, not for any particular leader or unit. You're free to come and go. Besides, our Security Section is also under the Psionic Administration Bureau. You're just dropping by. It's not even a job change. Don't feel guilty."

Ma Yiming hesitated for a moment: "I'll go back and think about it some more."

Seeing that there was a chance, Hu Ze became even more enthusiastic and immediately pressed on, saying, "Our company strictly abides by the Labor Law and the Civil Servant Law. The working hours are no more than 8 hours a day and no more than 40 hours a week. We do not work overtime unless necessary. In the past, we have worked overtime no more than 10 times a year. Leaders do not interfere with the lives of their subordinates after get off work. Of course, to be fair, there are also drawbacks. The work is too leisurely, which is not conducive to young people's ambition and advancement."

These words came from Tang Ping's advice. Hu Ze himself didn't understand what was so appealing about them. In any case, if he were young, he definitely wouldn't have thought much of them.

It turns out that only young people truly understand young people.

After listening, Ma Yiming thought about it seriously and asked, "Will there be any difficulties in transferring to another position?"

Hu Ze immediately patted his chest and assured him, "Don't worry, as long as you agree, you don't need to worry about anything else, I'll take care of it for you!"

Ideally, the head of the armed forces department would disagree, so he could go to the person's door and demand their return, repeating all those "righteous" words the other party had said to him back then, and unleashing a torrent of pent-up resentment.

Just thinking about that day makes me want to smile.

"Thank you for your appreciation, Director. I am willing to change my work environment."

Despite his gentle appearance, Ma Yiming is quite decisive in his actions.

Chapter Twenty-Four: Accepting the Defeat

Seeing that he had successfully poached Ma Yiming, Director Hu didn't want to let him go back. He simply had Ma Yiming sign the transfer application and went to his superiors to coordinate, so as to avoid any complications.

"They actually agreed."

Despite having been somewhat prepared, Yuan Ji was still quite surprised.

But she wasn't about to give up easily, so she immediately stepped forward and said, "Hello, my name is Yuan Ji. We worked together yesterday."

Ma Yiming said respectfully, "I have long heard of Yuan Hu's name. My colleagues in the Armed Forces Section often lament that your departure has seriously weakened the unit's overall combat power."

"That's an exaggeration. I'm not that capable. By the way, could you buy me a drink?"

The transition was somewhat abrupt, but Ma Yiming seemed oblivious, asking calmly, "What kind of drink?"

"Anything is fine, a carbonated drink is okay."

Ma Yiming nodded, then walked outside and returned shortly afterward carrying a bottle of black beverage.

Yuan Ji took the drink, glanced at it, and said disdainfully, "I don't want Pepsi, I prefer Coca-Cola."

This request clearly contradicted what he had just said and seemed somewhat unreasonable, but Ma Yiming didn't care at all. He simply said "oh" and turned to leave, then bought another bottle of Coca-Cola.

Yuan Ji transferred the money for two drinks via his mobile phone, then pointed to his desk and said, "My desk is a bit messy, could you help me tidy it up?"

"can."

As if it were something he was obliged to do, Ma Yiming showed no resistance and immediately began tidying up Yuan Ji's desk, classifying and arranging the items one by one without any perfunctory attitude.

Yuan Ji observed carefully from the side, but couldn't find the slightest flaw. The more he looked, the more his heart sank. If it was acting skills, the other party's acting skills were too outstanding. They were more than capable of competing for the title, and it was definitely not something that could be done just by making an agreement with someone.

She secretly tugged at Tang Ping's sleeve and whispered, "Your classmate wouldn't happen to have awakened the unique spiritual personality 'Model Lei Feng,' would she?"

Tang Ping mercilessly extinguished the other party's last resistance: "Yi Ming was already like this when he entered university; at that time, his spiritual potential had not yet been detected."

Next, Yuan Ji, still unwilling to give up, ordered Ma Yiming to do trivial tasks, which Ma Yiming readily agreed to and completed one by one without haste.

Not long after, Director Hu returned with undisguised smugness and an arrogant air, like a defeated general who had won a battle and had gotten what he wanted.

He patted Ma Yiming on the shoulder and said, "Comrade Yiming, the leader wants to meet you to confirm your wishes in person. Don't worry, it's just a formality, there won't be any difficulties, so don't feel guilty."

Ma Yiming said firmly, "Director, I won't regret my decision."

Hu Ze was even more satisfied upon hearing this.

The two left again, but returned together not long afterward. Judging from their expressions, nothing unexpected had happened.

Hu Ze eagerly announced, "From today onwards, our Public Security Section has gained another officer. Let's give them a round of applause!"

After speaking, he took the lead in clapping, followed closely by Tang Ping. Yuan Ji was somewhat reluctant, but he still gave him face.

Ma Yiming said, "Thank you everyone. I will definitely work hard in the future."

"No need to try your best, just do your job well," Hu Ze reassured him.

Tang Ping looked at Yuan Ji and said, "So, are you going to fulfill the bet now, or do you want to test it out a bit more? I'm patient, waiting a few more days won't hurt."

This effortless and confident demeanor completely dissuaded Yuan Ji from giving up.

Hu Ze was in a good mood and mediated, saying, "This is indeed a bit difficult for Yuan Ji. How about we change the punishment and have him sing a song?"

“No, I can do it,” Yuan Ji took a deep breath and said stubbornly, “I’m not someone who can’t accept defeat.”

Tang Ping feigned generosity: "Really? I don't intend to force you. It's okay if you really can't do it."

"I already said I'm willing to accept defeat! It's just cosplaying anime characters, it's nothing special, there are tons of it at anime conventions and short videos."

With a determined look in his eyes, Yuan Ji walked toward the gate, like a righteous man about to be executed, almost as if he were about to recite "The wind is howling, the Yi River is cold."

"Why do young people have to be so serious? They're just making things difficult for themselves."

Hu Ze sighed helplessly and then followed him out.

Yuan Ji had given him a hard time before, so this was a rare opportunity to see him make a fool of himself, and he couldn't miss it.

Only Ma Yiming was completely confused and didn't understand why, but since all his colleagues had left, he naturally had to follow suit.

The group arrived at the entrance. There weren't many pedestrians on the road. The only regular audience members were a sanitation worker and a middleman from the supply and marketing cooperative.

"Did something happen?"

The employees of the supply and marketing cooperative naturally recognized the people in the security department, but only by their faces. They were unaware of the inside story and assumed that the security department was some kind of confidential department, so they consciously refrained from inquiring about it.

Hu Ze casually replied, "It's nothing, just young people playing around." He then offered the other person a cigarette.

After Yuan Ji stood up straight, he glanced sideways and said, "Is this place alright?"

"Yeah, remember to choose a classic character, not too obscure, preferably one that everyone knows."

"You don't need to tell me."

Just as Yuan Ji clenched his hands, trying to calm himself down, he heard Tang Ping shout loudly, "OK, comrades, all eyes look this way!"

In an instant, not only did the sanitation worker turn her gaze to them, but even pedestrians couldn't help but turn their heads to look.

"you!"

Yuan Ji immediately glared at Tang Ping with a murderous look.

"Hurry up, I've already set up the stage for you."

Tang Ping didn't care at all, and smiled, as if to repay the other party for scaring him with the spirit token back then.

"Thank you so much!"

Yuan Ji clenched his fists, resisting the urge to hit someone, and finally made up his mind to finish the fight quickly.

She made a scissor gesture with her right hand, palm facing outward, placed it in front of her forehead, put her left hand on her hip, forming a Z-shape with both hands, and then revealed a stiff smile, saying: "Sailor Moon, the beautiful warrior of love and justice! In the name of the moon, I will destroy you!"

"..."

The room fell silent, seemingly filled with doubt, yet also with anticipation for more.

Yuan Ji, his body stiff, could only slowly blush. Finally, he covered his face, turned, and ran away, yelling, "Kill me..."

Hu Ze was burned by the cigarette in his hand. He came to his senses and said, "It's Sailor Moon. I remember this anime, especially the transformation scenes. I used to watch it secretly."

Tang Ping was also surprised: "I thought she would choose Balala the Fairies, I didn't expect her to choose such an old-fashioned cartoon character."

Ma Yiming roughly guessed what was going on and couldn't help but say, "Balala the Fairies is too childish. I think Yuan Ji would rather die than choose this."

"I don't understand today's young people, they're inexplicable."

The sanitation worker shook her head and continued sweeping, showing no interest whatsoever.

On the contrary, a few young people passing by found it very interesting. One of them even secretly recorded a video with his phone. Tang Ping saw this and went up to him to negotiate, asking him to send her a copy of the video before deleting it.

Chapter Twenty-Five: Returning Home

Although Ma Yiming himself felt it was unnecessary, Hu Ze insisted on hosting a welcome banquet for him, so he took several people to eat stewed chicken.

After all, in the past few years, it was the Armed Forces Section that had been poaching people from the Public Security Section. It was rare for them to turn the tables on the Heavenly Gang. If they didn't celebrate properly and vent their joy, Hu Ze felt he would suffocate.

"Come on, everyone, pick up your glasses! Those who want to drink, drink; those who don't, drink beverages. This is a new era with a new atmosphere. Our department doesn't have a culture of pressuring others to drink. I wish everyone peace, good fortune, and that you all find your ideal partner soon, settle down, and build a career! Cheers!"

Regardless of his subordinates' reactions, Hu Ze tilted his head back and downed his beer in one gulp, letting out a thoroughly satisfying "ha" as if releasing years of resentment. He then picked up his chopsticks and said, "Eat, eat, eat! Don't be shy. If there's not enough food, ask the waiter for more."

Ma Yiming, being tactful, first toasted Hu Ze, then clinked glasses with Tang Ping, saying, "Thanks, brother."

He's not stupid. Just yesterday, Tang Ping asked him if he was willing to switch jobs, and today the head of the security department came to invite him. It's obvious who was pulling the strings.

"Don't mention it, good brother, for life!"

"Brothers for life!"

The two of them drank another glass.

Tang Ping genuinely felt that Ma Yiming should join the Public Security Section. Otherwise, given the high-risk nature of the Armed Forces Section and Ma Yiming's inability to refuse requests, he was afraid that the next time they met, Ma Yiming would already be a martyr.

"Phew, it's so hot and smells so good."

Tang Ping picked up a piece of noodle soaked in soup, put it in her mouth and chewed while exhaling. After finishing, she was about to drink a beverage to cool down when Ma Yiming gently nudged her arm. She turned her head and asked with her eyes, and the other party gestured to look across the table.

Then, he saw Yuan Ji, who was radiating a low-pressure aura, eating a piece of chicken with bones in his mouth. His teeth were grinding together, crushing the meat and bones together, and swallowing it like a wild beast.

"Strategist, you caused this, so let's comfort you in a tactful way."

Ma Yiming lowered his voice.

Tang Ping gave an OK sign, then turned directly to the other side and said, "Senior Sister Yuan, it's been two hours, are you still angry?"

Ma Yiming's eyes widened. Was this a consolation or a provocation?

Bang!

Yuan Ji crushed the unopened can of Sprite!

"Do I look angry? Junior Brother Tang, how did you figure that out? Tell me."

"It was just my imagination; my eyes were probably too tired."

Tang Ping decisively admitted defeat.