Then let them offer their loyalty!

Before Qiu Tu even returned to the Qin family, the promotion notice had already been issued to the guard regiment.

So when he arrived at the guard unit's base, all he heard was the chatter of many agents.

"Commander Qiu has been promoted two ranks in just one week!"

"So you're already sitting in an office? I'm so envious."

"They'll be big shots in the future. They'll be different from us."

Because he vaguely heard his own name, Qiu Tu waved over a special operations agent and asked, "What happened? Who got promoted?"

The agent chosen by Qiu Tu scurried over excitedly and gave a respectful salute amidst the envious gazes of the crowd.

Then he whispered to Qiu Tu, "Sir, you've been promoted! Congratulations on your promotion to deputy section chief!"

Qiu Tu was taken aback when he heard what the detective said.

Promotion? Deputy section chief?

What are Yan Chen and Jia Shu up to now?

Although he hesitated in his heart, he showed a happy expression on his face.

He smiled and patted the agent on the shoulder, encouraging him, "Keep up the good work, you'll become a deputy section chief someday!"

Hearing Qiu Tu's encouragement, the detective blushed with excitement and quickly saluted again, "Thank you, sir!"

When he returned to the group of detectives, he immediately became the center of attention, with the other detectives asking him what Qiu Tu had said to him and whether he had mentioned giving him a promotion.

Clearly, with Qiu Tu's promotion, the special operations agents' attitudes towards him underwent another significant change...

As mentioned when introducing Lin Zuo, although there is only one level difference between a first-level detective and a deputy section chief, the difference is actually worlds apart.

The deputy chief not only has the power to transfer his favorite agents to his department, freeing up junior agents from fieldwork, but also has the right to recommend agents below the rank of first-class agent for promotion and the power to make decisions on agent selection.

Furthermore, with the New Territories City being a newly established city, the number of mid-level positions in the Investigation Department is not yet full, and deputy section chiefs who are promoted to leadership positions have ample room for advancement.

Therefore, gaining the appreciation of a young deputy section chief like Qiu Tu could be a life-changing event for those junior detectives.

During his time travel, Qiu Tu gained a comprehensive understanding of the power structure of the New Territories City, and thus understood what those detectives were looking forward to.

However, he hasn't even seen his own promotion fax yet, nor has he figured out what tricks Yan Chen and Jia Shu came up with, so he has no interest in recruiting these agents.

He summoned an agent to inquire about Fang Ming's whereabouts and then went directly to find Fang Ming.

The promotion fax was indeed in Fang Ming's hands.

Upon seeing Qiu Tu come to see him, Fang Ming handed Qiu Tu the fax confirming his promotion with a complicated expression.

Clearly, even someone with such a powerful background like him found Qiu Tu's rapid promotion hard to believe.

Qiu Tu took the promotion fax, looked at it carefully, and then a smile involuntarily appeared on his lips.

'Deputy Chief of the Political Department's Interrogation Section? Immediately taking office? Handing over duties to Cao Dabiao?'

At first glance, this fax seems fine, but upon closer inspection, one can discern many different things.

Qiu Tu's eyes revealed a smile.

'It seems Yan Chen and the others sensed the danger and wanted to act preemptively to separate me from the Qin family...'

'But unfortunately, it's too late. The layout is already complete...'

At this moment, seeing that Qiu Tu had finished reading the report, Fang Ming sighed slightly and said, "Your promotion speed is really like a rocket."

Qiu Tu put away the fax and asked with a smile, "What? Envious?"

It was rare for Fang Ming to remain calm even at a time like this. He first nodded, admitting his envy, "Of course, who wouldn't be envious?"

Then, he said to Qiu Tu, "But... I advise you to be careful."

Qiu Tu looked at him.

He calmly said, "Unless you're the illegitimate son of some big shot in the shelter, or you've got dirt on a high-ranking member of the investigation department, or you've caught the eye of some powerful figure's daughter..."

"Then you'd better make sure that the higher-ups aren't trying to flatter you to death."

He said, "You're too young, and your promotion has been too fast. We ordinary agents are just envious at most, but it won't affect you."

"But those deputy section chiefs or section chiefs at your level can influence you. Won't they have their own opinions about that?"

"You should know that many of them are the heads of various medium and large-sized forces in the New Territories. They were able to get their current positions after the New Territories were established by joining these sanctuaries."

"And you surpassed them in just one week..."

Fang Ming didn't say what he was going to say next, but his meaning was already quite clear.

Hearing his words, Qiu Tu was silent for a moment, then reached out and patted Fang Ming on the shoulder, saying, "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

Seeing this, Fang Ming didn't try to persuade him any further, but simply reminded him, "Be careful."

Qiu Tu grunted in agreement and then said, "Since the orders have been given, I'll go and take over the guard regiment first."

After saying that, he lifted his leg to leave.

But... just as he took one step, he stopped again.

He hesitated for a second, then said meaningfully, "I remember you and Cao Dabiao don't get along, do you?"

"You seem to have always looked down on his carefree and undisciplined manner."

"Now that you two are going to work together, watch your temper. Don't cause any conflicts as soon as he takes office. If you get kicked out of the guard, it won't look good for anyone."

Fang Ming: ? ?

Fang Ming was completely confused by Qiu Tu's words.

When did I ever have a bad relationship with Cao Dabiao? And when did I ever have a bad temper?

Although he looked down on Cao Dabiao, there were many people he looked down on, so who did Cao Dabiao think he was?

Besides, I've always had a very good temper. Haven't you seen how calmly I remained even after Qiu Tu had angered me so many times?

As he was thinking this, a thought suddenly flashed through Fang Ming's mind. He abruptly looked up at Qiu Tu.

But Qiu Tu only gave him a meaningful look and left....

Watching Qiu Tu's retreating figure, Fang Ming nervously swallowed, understanding dawning on him...

At noon, Qiu Tu and Cao Dabiao handed over their work in the presence of the guard regiment. Immediately afterward, without even having lunch, they went to the Political Department's interrogation section to report for duty.

That afternoon, Fang Ming and Cao Dabiao had a heated argument because Fang Ming was very dissatisfied with Cao Dabiao's command.

Because things got out of hand, Fang Ming and his team of agents were transferred back to the headquarters by the Special Operations Department, and a new team of Special Operations Department agents was sent to assist them.

However, what no one knew was that during the chaotic period of the handover between the people, Shen Lingshuang was also secretly moved out of the Qin family.

Shen Lingshuang was secretly sent to the Qin family. Qiu Tu didn't mention it, Fang Ming didn't mention it, and the higher-ups didn't investigate. Cao Dabiao and the new top-level special operations agent had no idea she was there...

.....

At 5 p.m., Qiu Tu finished get off work at the Detective Agency and returned home.

When he opened the door with his key, he was stunned.

Because his home has completely changed:

The once slightly messy living room is now completely transformed. The sofa is neatly arranged, the clutter on the table has been organized, and the floor, tabletop, and even the windows have been swept clean and gleam with a spotless shine.

If it weren't for the fact that all the familiar things in the room were still there, he probably would have thought he had gone to the wrong room.

"You're back~?" A clear and melodious voice came from the direction of the bedroom.

Perhaps hearing the door open, a girl of about sixteen or seventeen years old emerged from the bedroom. She looked like she had just taken a shower; her hair was still wet, glistening with water droplets, and her skin was as smooth and delicate as cream, radiating a healthy glow.

She was wearing a white shirt by Qiu Tu. Because it didn't fit properly, the shirt was quite loose on her petite body, vaguely revealing her fair and jade-like legs.

But she didn't care at all, she just tilted her head slightly and looked at Qiu Tu with her bright eyes.

In that instant, Qiu Tu's heart suddenly raced.

But he quickly composed himself, his gaze sweeping over the clean and tidy room, and asked, "Did you clean all of this?"

Shen Lingshuang smiled and nodded. She was at an age where she was innocent and carefree, and her pure smile, untouched by the world, was as bright and beautiful as the spring sunshine.

Qiu Tu hummed in agreement, then closed the door and unloaded his belongings while asking, "Is everything ready?"

Hearing Qiu Tu bring up serious matters, Shen Lingshuang's smile faded, and she nodded, "Ready."

After saying that, she gestured and led Qiu Tu into the bedroom.

The once cramped bedroom had been completely emptied, and the bed had been erected. All the space was now reserved for a potion-making apparatus and various concoctions.

This is what Qiu Tu arranged for Lao Ying and A Kun to purchase from the black market these past two days.

After looking at the cooking equipment, Qiu Tu glanced at the countdown in the upper left corner.

The countdown for crafting the Cataclysmic Potion, which had been running for several hours this morning, has now reached zero and turned into a small, wobbly treasure chest.

After confirming that everything was ready, Qiu Tu looked at Shen Lingshuang and said, "Now that everything is ready, let's begin."

Hearing Qiu Tu say this, Shen Ling Shuang nodded vigorously, then went to the device to prepare to refine the [Catastrophe Potion].

Qiu Tu stood behind her quietly for a few minutes, and only when he was sure that no new crisis alerts popped up did he finally feel completely relieved.

He stepped out of the bedroom and into the small living room. Standing by the tidy window, gazing at the wildfire-like sunset and fiery clouds outside, he was somewhat lost in thought...

'The Qin family should be starting soon too...'

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I should be able to speed up the updates in the new month (around 7000 words a day), and I hope everyone can continue to read my work.

Chapter 46 Do You Want to Be My First Love? (7000 words, please continue reading)

At this time, in the main residence of the Qin family.

Just as Qiu Tu predicted, all five branches of the Qin family gathered and were arguing incessantly behind closed doors!

Among them, the most heated argument was between Qin Zhengguang and Master Qin.

When he first received the notice that the family was going to hold a meeting to discuss important matters concerning the future of the Qin family, Fourth Master Qin was overjoyed, thinking that Qiu Tu had taken the money and had indeed done his job.

As a result, when he learned from Qin Zhengguang that Qiu Tu had pinned all the evidence he had painstakingly collected on him, he was stunned.

At that moment, he desperately wanted to interrupt Qin Zhengguang and ask him a few questions: What? What did you say? Qiu Tu said I did all those things? Has Qiu Tu gone mad?

But... he didn't dare.

After all, none of the branches of the Qin family know that he betrayed the Qin family.

Over the years, despite numerous internal conflicts, the Qin family has always adhered to one bottom line: to unite against external threats.

If he were to reveal that he was the one who sold the Qin family's incriminating evidence to Qiu Tu, he would probably become the target of public criticism without the investigation department even needing to take action.

So he could only sit in the chair and listen blankly as Qin Zhengguang recounted what had happened in Yan Chen's office.

However, after Qin Zhengguang mentioned that he was going to make him take the blame for all the crimes, he couldn't sit still anymore.

With his belly protruding, he looked at Qin Zhengguang with feigned disbelief, "Second Brother! Did I hear that right?"

"Are you planning to make me take the blame for all the crimes?"

"How many lives do I have to bear this much suffering!"

"I'm your own brother!"

Hearing what Fourth Master Qin said, Qin Zhengguang's face was also full of struggle. He said earnestly, "Fourth Brother, this really can't be blamed on your brother."

"Right now, Qiu Tu is targeting you. Even if we give you some other side story, the department won't believe us."

"Since you're going to be caught in this mess anyway, isn't it better to take the blame than for everyone to perish together?"

Master Qin slammed his hand on the table and stood up, glaring at Qin Zhengguang and roaring, "What kind of talk is that!"

"So you're just going to watch your own brother be pushed into a sea of ​​fire?!"

As he spoke, he glanced at Qin Heng, who was sitting in the main seat, and then at Qin Zhengguang, and said angrily, "I've seen it all along. Ever since Father died, you and the eldest brother have looked down on me and the third brother."

"After all, you are politicians, big shots in the New Territories. My third brother and I are just two businessmen. Especially me, who is involved in the black market."

“I’ve tolerated your disdain for me all this time, since that’s how Father divided the family property! But now that something’s happened, you’re trying to push me out to take the blame? I won’t accept that!”

Seeing the two start arguing, Qin Heng, the head of the Qin family, who was sitting at the head of the table, coughed twice while covering his mouth, and then said in a deep voice, "Alright, both of you, say less."

After saying that, he looked at Master Qin and said gently, "Fourth Brother. Second Brother reported this matter to me at noon. We discussed it for a long time, and this is truly the best outcome."