60s: I have a store

Chapter 464: Belated Commendation Conference

After several days, Deputy Director Zhang and his team finally interrogated all the enemy spies and got what they wanted from them.

I didn't expect that the enemy spies would be so rampant this time and would plan such a large-scale operation in the capital.

If Zhou Yimin had not given us advance notice, the consequences would have been disastrous.

Yesterday, Zhou Yimin received a notice asking him to go to the police station on time tomorrow to attend the commendation meeting.

Taking into account possible retaliation from enemy spies and in order to protect Zhou Yimin's information from being leaked and prevent enemy spies from finding him, this reward was changed to a commendation within the police station.

The atmosphere in the police station's conference room was solemn and warm. Although there was no attention from the outside world, every police officer involved in the operation was fully aware of the weight of this honor.

The director stood in front of the conference table, holding a document in his hand, and looked at everyone present. "Comrades, this time we successfully smashed the conspiracy of the enemy spies. This is our common glory.

The superiors are very satisfied with our work and after research, they have decided to commend and reward everyone.”

The director's voice was firm and powerful, echoing in the conference room.

The police officers present were still very considerate. Their palms were clapping until they turned red, but they showed no intention of stopping.

After seeing this scene, the director simply raised one hand and pressed it down gently.

When the police officer saw this, he immediately stopped what he was doing. After all, he couldn't disobey his leader's orders, otherwise he would be in trouble.

The applause was very loud at first, but it suddenly became quiet.

Then the chief continued: "First of all, Comrade Zhou Yimin, although he is not a formal police officer of our police station, his contribution to this operation is indelible.

He not only discovered important clues about the enemy spies, but also actively participated in the capture operation. The superiors decided to award Zhou Yimin the title of "Model of Righteousness and Bravery" and reward him with a generous bonus. "

As soon as the director finished speaking, warm applause broke out in the conference room.

Zhou Yimin stood up somewhat embarrassedly, his face flushed with excitement. "Director, I just did what I should do. This honor is too great. I..."

The director smiled and waved his hand, "Yimin, you deserve it. If you hadn't stood up bravely, we would have caught the enemy agents off guard."

"If the enemy agents succeed in this plan, the consequences will be disastrous."

"This is all thanks to the leaders, who have led the way. Otherwise, even if I told them, no one would believe me." Zhou Yimin was also speaking politely.

But this is also a fact. If I wasn't familiar with Deputy Director Zhang, I guess if it were any other leader, he would just listen to it.

After all, Zhou Yimin did not explain Lailong clearly, he just said that there would be sabotage by enemy spies.

Then, the director looked at Deputy Director Zhang and said, "Deputy Director Zhang, you have given good command in this operation and led everyone to overcome numerous difficulties and successfully complete the mission.

The superiors have decided to award you a second-class individual merit and promote you to a higher rank."

Deputy Director Zhang stood up and saluted the director and his colleagues. "Thank you for the trust and recognition from the organization. This is the result of our joint efforts. I just did my part."

The police officers present all applauded, and they knew that this time Deputy Director Zhang had applied for a lot of things from his superiors in order to minimize casualties.

This is why the operation was completed perfectly. How could a person who cares about everyone's life and property not be loved by his subordinates?

The director signaled that the applause could stop, as he still had a lot to say, so he cleared his throat and continued, "In this operation, several comrades performed particularly well.

Comrade Wang Qiang was not afraid when facing the fierce firepower of the enemy spies. He took the initiative to take on the responsibility of attracting the enemy's firepower, creating opportunities for his teammates to attack. He was awarded the third-class individual merit and his administrative level was raised by one level. "

Wang Qiang stood up with an upright posture and a proud smile on his face, and saluted to the director and his colleagues to express his gratitude.

Warm applause rang out again in the conference room, and other police officers cast admiring glances at him.

"Comrade Li Hua, in the process of arresting an important traitor, relied on his keen observation and decisive actions to successfully see through the traitor's disguise and avoid the failure of the mission. He is also awarded the third-class individual merit and his administrative grade is raised by one level." The director went on to announce.

Li Hua's eyes were slightly red with excitement. He stood up and said in a loud voice: "Thank you for the recognition of the organization. This is my duty."

He didn't expect that he could win a third-class merit. With this third-class merit, it seems that promotion should not be a problem.

There is a promotion opportunity in the police station now. Li Hua and another person are competitors. Their situations are similar, so it depends on which one the leader chooses.

But now that I have the blessing of the third-class merit, I guess there will be no accidents. It should be me. I feel happy when I think about it.

When the other police officers heard about these commendation decisions, they were envious but did not have any objections.

They knew very well that these honors were won by Wang Qiang and Li Hua at the cost of their lives. Everyone saw their heroic performance in the hail of bullets.

A young police officer whispered: "They are our role models. This operation was not easy for everyone. They really deserve this honor."

Other police officers who participated in the operation were also commended and rewarded accordingly based on their performance.

Some received certificates of honor, some received material rewards, and some were given priority opportunities for promotion.

After the commendation meeting, everyone dispersed, but Deputy Director Zhang quickly walked to Zhou Yimin, grabbed his arm, and said with a warm smile: "Yimin, you can't leave!"

Zhou Yimin looked at Deputy Director Zhang with a puzzled look on his face and asked, "Deputy Director Zhang, is there anything else?"

Deputy Director Zhang was a little unhappy: "It's a bit awkward to call me Deputy Director Zhang, just call me Uncle Zhang."

Zhou Yimin thought it would be beneficial to have a closer relationship with a deputy director, so he called him directly: "Uncle Zhang."

Deputy Director Zhang was also very satisfied after hearing this, and he intended to get closer to Zhou Yimin.

Who knows if there will be such an opportunity next time.

He almost forgot about the main thing: "Yimin, you have helped me a lot. Think about it, I was able to get promoted before, thanks to your help, and this time you have brought such a great credit. It would be unreasonable if I don't treat you to a meal!"

Zhou Yimin quickly declined, "Deputy Director Zhang. No, Uncle Zhang, this is really not necessary. This is the result of everyone's joint efforts. I just did a small thing."

Deputy Director Zhang refused to give in and pulled Zhou Yimin out, saying, "What are you talking about? Your contributions are known to everyone. You must honor me with this meal today."

He also wanted to treat everyone in the police station to a banquet, but his strength did not allow it. Although he was the deputy director of a police station, his monthly food and meat allowances were rationed, which was at most slightly higher than that of ordinary people.

If we really call the entire police station, we might have to spend a year's worth of food and tickets before we can get out of the hotel.

And without the experience reservation, I guess the restaurant doesn't have that much food and dishes. In addition, most leaders nowadays live very frugally.

Zhou Yimin couldn't resist Deputy Director Zhang's enthusiasm, so he had to agree. The two walked out of the police station and headed towards the most famous state-owned restaurant in the city.

Along the way, Deputy Director Zhang kept expressing his gratitude, and Zhou Yimin responded with an embarrassed smile.

When we arrived at the state-owned restaurant, it was bustling with people.

The waiter greeted them warmly and took them to a seat by the window.

Deputy Director Zhang took the menu and ordered two meat dishes without hesitation. One was braised pork, which was bright red in color and fragrant, and the other was sweet and sour spare ribs, which was sweet and sour and delicious, making people salivate.

Then, he ordered two more vegetables, stir-fried seasonal vegetables and mapo tofu, and finally asked for a bottle of good wine.

Zhou Yimin originally wanted to stop it. Among the dishes, the vegetables were better, but the two meat dishes were hard dishes, and without one or two kilograms of meat coupons, it would not be enough.

However, Deputy Director Zhang refused. It was a rare opportunity for us to go out for a meal, so we had to enjoy it to the fullest.

"Yimin, we have to celebrate today. You can eat as much as you want later. Although you don't need these, I hope you don't mind." Deputy Director Zhang said as he poured Zhou Yimin a glass of wine.

Zhou Yimin quickly said, "Uncle Zhang, what are you talking about? If you are dissatisfied with meat, you will probably get beaten if you say it out loud."

The whole country is in a very difficult situation now. Let alone eating meat, it is already good enough to be able to eat enough.

Most people nowadays can only stay in a state of not starving to death.

Deputy Director Zhang didn't expect that Zhou Yimin was also joking, and the relationship between them suddenly became closer.

"Yimin, what are your future plans? Are you really not considering joining the public security system?"

Zhou Yimin didn't expect that Deputy Director Zhang hadn't given up yet, so he could only answer honestly: "Uncle Zhang, I'm not suitable. I'm lazy. If I enter the system, I will lose my freedom. Forget it!"

When Zhou Yimin was speaking, Deputy Director Zhang observed carefully and found that Zhou Yimin was not lying. It seemed that he was indeed not following the system.

"Okay! If you change your mind in the future, my door will definitely open for you!"

Zhou Yimin smiled and nodded, then said, "Uncle Zhang, this is a toast to you."

After saying that, he drank the wine in the glass in one gulp. The spicy liquid flowed down his throat and he felt a burning sensation in his esophagus.

Deputy Director Zhang looked at Zhou Yimin and couldn't help laughing: "Yimin, I didn't expect you to be so honest.

However, I sincerely thank you for this meal today.

You know what? Without your help, I wouldn't have been able to complete the task so smoothly, let alone get a promotion. "

Zhou Yimin said quickly: "Uncle Zhang, you are too polite. Your command ability and leadership skills are obvious to everyone. Even without me, you will definitely be able to lead everyone to complete the task."

Deputy Director Zhang shook his head and said seriously: "Yimin, don't be so modest.

Your clues and participation are too important to this operation.

And he is not a policeman, but to be able to do this is already better than many people, and many people have encountered this situation.

They all think it is better to have less trouble than more, and they are afraid of retaliation afterwards, so I really admire your courage and responsibility. "

Deputy Director Zhang was thinking that if it were him, he might not be able to achieve what Zhou Yimin did.

At this time, the waiter brought the braised pork, and the rich aroma spread instantly.

Deputy Director Zhang quickly picked up a piece for Zhou Yimin and said, "Yimin, try this braised pork, it's the signature dish of this restaurant, it tastes delicious.

Zhou Yimin took the braised pork and put it in his mouth. The soft, glutinous and sweet taste made him praise: "Mm, it's delicious. Uncle Zhang, you should eat more too."

All I can say is that professionals are different. Today’s chefs are not like those in later generations, who have all kinds of seasonings available and even have the help of technology. Anyone who knows a little about cooking can make delicious food.

But now, if you want to make something delicious, it all depends on your hard power.

While eating, the two chatted about every detail of the operation.

Deputy Commissioner Zhang also shared his experiences and insights from his many years in the police force, and Zhou Yimin listened with great interest, asking questions from time to time.

Before he knew it, the bottle of wine was empty, Zhou Yimin's face flushed, and his eyes revealed a hint of tipsiness.

But Deputy Director Zhang drank half a bottle of wine and had no reaction at all, as if he had drunk water.

"Uncle Zhang, I'm really happy today. Thank you for your hospitality." Zhou Yimin said sincerely.

Deputy Director Zhang waved his hand and said, "Why thank you? We are friends. Even if you need to thank me, I should be the one to do it."

After finishing the meal, Deputy Director Zhang had already paid the bill when he ordered the dishes, so he just left.

In today's restaurants, you have to pay the bill and give a ticket first before the waiter will go to the kitchen to place your order. No one knows whether you have money or not.

So in order to avoid these things from happening, we collect money and tickets in advance.

The two walked out of the hotel and it was gradually getting dark.

The street lights lit up one after another, casting a dim light.

Deputy Director Zhang said at this time: "Yimin, be careful when you go back."

Originally he wanted to send Zhou Yimin back, but Zhou Yimin refused. Besides, this place was not far from the courtyard where Zhou Yimin lived. It would take no more than ten minutes to get there by motorcycle.

That's why he felt at ease and let Zhou Yimin go back alone. Otherwise, even if there were things to deal with, it wouldn't take long to send Zhou Yimin back.

Deputy Chief Zhang then returned to the police station as he had some important matters to deal with.

Zhou Yimin was riding a motorcycle and feeling the breeze, which was quite comfortable. He felt as if all the drunkenness had been blown away, and he felt a lot more sober.

Fortunately, there is no such thing as drunk driving checks now, otherwise we would definitely catch everyone!
He was not in a hurry, he just drove slowly. The journey that was supposed to take ten minutes took more than ten or twenty minutes. There was nothing to do when he got back anyway, so he might as well enjoy the breeze on the road.

(End of this chapter)