Chapter 368 Playful Cai Ning
(Correction: Lin Bing is actually Li Bing. Heck, I don't know about readers, even author is confused. Next time, if there is, I will write English names with German Background.)
Cai Ning rubbed her forehead with the back of her hand. She didn't know if she was imagining stuff, she felt droplets of sweat. This was the first time she had to deal with influencers, in front of so many people on live.
Even talking to a high-ranking politician didn't increase her heart rate. But talking with someone she could easily deal with consumed so much energy. She wondered if Yang Qingyue hadn't come to work on purpose.
She should strangle her neck once Yang Qingyue returned to prove her hours weren't so free. As for fear of offending Mother Yang, Cai Ning didn't care because Yang Qingyue and her mother were the ones who robbed her from MSS in the first place.
Cai Ning listed what she had done in the past like telling stories, depicting horrors and cruelty, and effectively portraying the mindset of criminals she encountered.
As for dirty deals and corruptions she had investigated, these were better not to be known. It wasn't that she covered up. She feared knowing these might bring panic and some parties with interest might exploit and cause havoc in the country.
"So, Chief Cai, do you expect to get promoted to this position?" Li Bing asked what many wanted to know. Based on Cai Ning's words, they were certain, she didn't have much ambition or lofty ideals. She was more of a doer than a planner.
"I never have such an idea. Sister Yang, the current police chief in case you forgot, requested help so that I can handle her case," answered Cai Ning. "I thought I might simply solve her problems as a favor and return to my original post."
"Then, what happens?" Alan asked.
"She never let go after I finish. With her connections, my boss transferred me here without my knowledge. At a moment's notice, I was promoted and now serve as vice-chief beside her, more like a secretary."
"So, Chief Yang forced you based on your words, is that what you're trying to tell?" Li Bing chuckled and asked.
"Totally. Absolute truth. It's a nightmare to manage a station and allocate manpower. You have no idea, how much workload has increased these days?" Cai Ning replied. "By the way, I don't work here before. I'm affiliated with the Central Government in the capital."
"Wow, in the capital. You must be so good at what you do." Lin Bing complemented.
"Of course, I won't be humble with the description," Cai Ning said with pride. Her proud expression resembled a child asking for praise from parents.
Alan and Li Bing found her cute. The same went for audiences. Frankly, after Cai Ning's introduction of her biography, nobody found Cai Ning's current promotion strange.
She had a wide range of networks, and a friend from a huge background, and her experience and merits, too many uncountable in her file. Such a hardworking person deserved a raise.
Naturally, there were a few who always thought in a bad direction, their minds reaching out to the darkest possibilities.
"Is there anyone who doubts my qualification on your screen?" Cai Ning smiled and asked.
"No!"
Alan and Li Bing blushed, ashamed that their thoughts to hide the audience's suspicions were easily unveiled. Then, they realized, as expected of the Special Investigator, just from their words, Cai Ning immediately guessed the situation.
"To answer those who still think wrongly, sometimes, well almost, career progression is luck. Qualifications and merits fail if you don't focus on personal relation." Cai Ning lectured a rare advice. "My case can't be replicated. I somehow, obtain connections without the need to curry or cater to others.n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om
Since my accomplishments and years of experience have filled in the gaps, all that is needed is a push from a strong background. It's like writing a CV and cover letter. Your qualifications have to depend on luck. If there is a recommendation, you have a higher chance because you're getting noticed."
[Hey, my wife Cai said everything. Are there still people who are unwilling? Luck is also part of your strength.]
[What's your wife? It's mine. Don't try to take away someone's belonging.]
[Let's ignore the two children and focus on what Chief Cai explains. Indeed, in life, sometimes luck plays a huge role. An example of CV and HR management style is a good comparison. So, everyone, please don't give up just because you met roadblocks. Survive and keep endeavoring!]
"Alright, let's forget about those and focus on the present. I hope you two aren't angry with me wearing small shoes." Cai Ning teased.
"Small shoes?" Alan and Li Bing were puzzled. Why would Cai Ning do that to them?
"Actually, I could have taken you directly via elevator but I'm now going through stairs toward the parking space underground." Cai Ning explained.
Alan and Li Bing had darkened faces. Both didn't expect the vice-chief with a suffocating serious aura to have a playful side. Cai Ning and Sergeant Mi laughed in joy.
"I won't kid you around. At least, it's good for your health. Especially you, Sir. You should exercise. I can even hear your breathing change from miles away," Cai Ning said. "Be careful if you don't satisfy your pretty wife, she might be poached away."
Alan: "…"
Li Bing: "…"
[Pfft. Wife Cai completely suppresses our Alan. Come on, Mr. Alan. Don't let us, men be underestimated.]
[You sure you want to face this policewoman. According to her, she's definitely a specialist in the agency. You're all spicy chickens and side dishes in front of her.]
[What I like is her style, casual and formal, adjusting perfectly. I can see why she's doing fine in the force.]
[I want to see: what Li Bing thinks at the moment. Should she agree or back up her husband? A tough decision.]
Alan's corner of the mouth twitched while Li Bing didn't know how to address the issues. But her reaction wasn't delayed as she snatched away the recording device and pointed the camera at her husband.
Alan's expression of having eaten and swallowed a red chili brought laughter to the barrage. Li Bing also wanted to smile if not to avoid committing a friendly fire incident.
"Haha!" Sergeant Mi erupted a roar of laughter, not minding about her act of destroying someone's stage, and joked, further throwing salts to the wounds. "Mr. Alan, you must also guard against women too. Don't underestimate their approach lest you regret it in the future."
Can anyone please stop mentioning his strength, Alan thought bitterly. External strength meant nothing. At least, he could wage war with his wife for over an hour easily, despite having to address muscles' wear and tear later on.
He dared not say out his inner thoughts to the three women. As a man, he better endured and proved to his wife tonight. How brave to condescend husband's abilities, based on outsiders' words.
Threatening or retorting the two policewomen, Alan wasn't an idiot to seek death. Previous banter had proved these two were tigress with skills. He was seeking abuses if he continued the fight.