The next morning.
Bao Xing returned to the Municipal Public Security Bureau after a long absence. He had been seconded to the task force for quite some time and had not returned to the bureau during this period.
Bao Xing tiptoed to the office door. Seeing that it was open, he jumped to the door. "Surprise!"
Bao Xing glanced into the office. "Qianqian, you're the only one in the office."
Huang Qianqian was pleasantly surprised. "Aiya, you're back. Where's Captain Han and Sister Li?"
"Captain Han and Sister Li were transferred back today. They'll probably be here soon."
"That's great. I'm finally not alone in the office. There's no one to talk to. It's suffocating."
Bao Xing asked, "It can't be. Where's Brother Wang and Jiang Yang?"
"You still don't know? Brother Wang and Jiang Yang have been transferred to Squadron One. It happened a few days ago. Captain Han should know."
Bao Xing touched his nose and thought to himself, 'Even if Captain Han knew, he wouldn't tell me.'
After a while, Han Bin and Li Qin also arrived at the bureau. The office became lively.
Han Bin knew that Wang Xiao and Jiang Yang had been seconded to Squadron One. However, Han Bin did not ask about the specific case.
After staying in the office for a while, Han Bin ran to Ma Jingbo's office. After being away for so long, he had to greet his superior.
"Knock knock …" Han Bin knocked on the door.
"Come in." A familiar voice sounded in the room.
Han Bin pushed the door open and walked in. "Captain Ma, I'm here to report to you."
"Hey, you're finally back. Have a seat." Ma Jingbo was cleaning the tea set and pointed to the sofa beside him.
"Captain Ma, you're quite relaxed. Don't our squadron have any cases?"
Ma Jingbo put some Tie Guanyin in the teapot. "There's a case. Team Two's Zhu Jiaxu is working on it. It's not too complicated and has already entered the later stages of interrogation."
Han Bin changed the topic. "Captain Ma, what new mission do I have this time?"
"Our squadron doesn't have any new cases for the time being. You just finished the amusement park case and can take a break for the Mid-Autumn Festival."
Han Bin laughed. "Hehe, Captain Ma is so considerate."
"Humph, don't be happy too early. You're not allowed to leave Qin Island during your vacation. I'll be there when you call me."
"Yes," Han Bin said seriously.
Ma Jingbo poured a cup of tea for Han Bin. "Try it. It's my new tea leaves."
Han Bin sniffed it and took a sip. "It tastes good. Not only are the tea leaves good, but you're also good at making tea."
"You brat." Ma Jingbo didn't know whether to laugh or cry. "I know you're just flattering me, but I still like it."
Han Bin picked up the teapot and refilled Ma Jingbo's cup of tea. "Captain Ma, what kind of case did Team One have to transfer Wang Xiao and Jiang Yang away?"
Ma Jingbo hesitated for a long time before saying, "It's a big case."
Han Bin was interested. "What big case?"
Ma Jingbo took a sip of tea. "Do you remember the fraud case?"
Han Bin thought for a moment. "I remember. I hadn't been transferred to the Municipal Public Security Bureau at that time. I was nearby when the incident happened and helped to maintain order. Later, the captain and Team Leader Tao of First Squadron arrived, so I left."
Ma Jingbo lit a cigarette. "Tao Bo was in charge of that case. Some time ago, the case entered the closing stage. They didn't have enough manpower, so they transferred Wang Xiao and Jiang Yang over. Not only them, but the other branches also transferred a lot of manpower. The commander is also keeping an eye on the case. "
"If you weren't involved in the amusement park case, you'd most likely be transferred over as well."
Han Bin nodded. He roughly understood the situation at the city police station.
After chatting with Ma Jingbo for a while, Han Bin returned to his office. He hadn't been in the city police station for a while, and he had some things to take care of.
When it was almost noon, Han Bin strolled out of the city police station. Zhao Ming said he wanted to treat him to lunch, and the two agreed to meet at noon.
Tomorrow was the Mid-Autumn Festival, and Han Bin wanted to go back to spend time with his parents.
Zhuang Family Restaurant.
This was a long-established restaurant that had been open for decades. The founder was called Zhuang Zitong, who used to host state banquets and was a famous chef in Lu.
The Zhuang Family Restaurant was an antique two-story building. When Han Bin got out of the car, he saw Zhao Ming waiting at the door.
Zhao Ming greeted him, "Brother Bin."
"You're quite early, kid."
"Hehe, the amusement park case is over, and I have nothing to do, so I told Brother Hui to come out early." Zhao Ming made an inviting gesture. "Come, let's go in."
"It's so formal. I'm not used to it. Why are you treating me to lunch?"
"Brother Bin, it's a big deal to me, but it's a small matter to you. Let's talk while we eat."
Han Bin didn't say anything else. He and Zhao Ming had been together for so long, and their relationship had always been good. He wasn't worried that this kid would cause trouble.
The two went up to a private room on the second floor. A woman in a cheongsam stood at the door. She had a slim figure and was very pleasing to the eye.
The door of the private room opened, and a faint fragrance wafted out.
There was a round table for four in the private room. On it was a fruit plate and a dried fruit plate. There were also four round stools beside it. The room was antique and very elegant.
Two waiters came in from outside. One was holding tea, and the other was holding two menus. They placed them in front of Han Bin and Zhao Ming.
"Brother Bin, order whatever you want. Don't stand on ceremony with me."
Han Bin nodded and flipped open the menu to take a look. They were all classic Shandong dishes. Han Bin ordered three dishes: one was Nine Turns Large Intestines, one was Braised Mullet Egg Soup, and one was Yellow Croaker in Tomato Sauce.
Zhao Ming also picked up the menu and ordered three dishes. He wanted to order more, but Han Bin stopped him.
"Just these six dishes. It's enough for us. We won't be able to finish it if we order more. "
"Alright, then we'll order these six dishes first. We'll talk about it when it's not enough."
The waiters noted down the dishes, checked them, and left the private room.
Zhao Ming picked up the teapot and poured a cup of tea for Han Bin. "Brother Bin, let's not drink at noon. I'll use tea instead of wine to toast you."
Han Bin waved his hand. "Alright, we just drank last night. Don't give me that. Tell me, why are you looking for me? We can't talk about it in the branch office. Don't be so secretive."
"Actually, it's nothing much. It's just that … I want to change my working environment." Zhao Ming smiled, and he seemed a little embarrassed.
"You don't want to work at Yu Hua Branch? What's wrong?"
"No, Captain Zeng and Brother Hui are both very good to me. It's just that … you know how I feel about Tian Li, but there hasn't been any progress for so long. I'm wondering if it's because we're working together that it's affecting our development. Distance makes the heart grow fonder. If I leave, we might still have a chance to develop. It's better than always being at a distance." After Zhao Ming finished speaking, he couldn't help but sigh.
Han Bin knew about the relationship between Zhao Ming and Tian Li. Zhao Ming had always liked Tian Li, but Tian Li was lukewarm. He didn't know what she was thinking, and it was no wonder that Zhao Ming would have such thoughts.
It wasn't easy to succeed in an office romance, especially for women.
Some private companies with high turnover might be better, but for a unit like the Public Security Bureau, office romance was still a big concern.
This was also related to the nature of the job. Police work was busy, and they had less contact with the opposite sex. When they were busy, they didn't even have time to date.
This was a vicious cycle.
Han Bin asked, "Which department do you want to be transferred to?"
"Hehe." Zhao Ming leaned forward. "I want to be transferred to the Municipal Bureau's Criminal Investigation Unit."
Han Bin was a little surprised. "That's a good idea, but I have to say that I don't have the ability to do so."
"Brother Bin, I won't trouble you with the transfer. I'll think of a way myself. If the higher-ups ask about me, just put in a good word for me."
Han Bin didn't mind. "I thought it was a big deal. Even if you don't say anything, I'll still help you if the higher-ups ask."
Both of them had worked at the Yu Hua Branch, and Zhao Ming used to be Han Bin's subordinate. If the higher-ups wanted to know about Zhao Ming's situation, they might ask for Han Bin's opinion.
"I know. Brother Bin has always taken care of me."
Zhao Ming also knew that with his relationship with Han Bin, even if he didn't treat Han Bin to a meal or inform Han Bin beforehand, Han Bin would still put in a good word for him if the higher-ups from the Municipal Bureau asked about him.
But this was not the way to do things. If he didn't even inform Han Bin beforehand, then he was being immature.
Favors were not something that could be used up every time. Anyway, he was not short of money, and he should treat Dong Xuebing to a meal.
If he told Han Bin face to face, it would show that Han Bin was being sensible, and he would feel at ease.
As for why he didn't tell Han Bin before, it was because it was not convenient to tell him in Yu Hua Branch. After all, he was leaving the branch, and if his colleagues in the branch heard about it, he would look like a traitor, and Zhao Ming would feel uncomfortable.
After a while, the dishes were served. The Zhuang Family Cuisine was a private cuisine. Every dish was exquisite, and the taste was authentic. Of course, the price was not cheap.
Back at Yu Hua Branch, Zhao Ming often treated Han Bin to a meal, and Han Bin did not stand on ceremony and started eating.
To be honest, Han Bin also hoped that Zhao Ming could be transferred to the Municipal Bureau. It was always good to have an acquaintance.
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