Reborn Cat Sheriff

Chapter 491 Returning to the Municipal Bureau
As usual, Lin Ge squatted at the bus stop waiting for the bus, feeling slightly dazed.

The journey to Chu City seemed like a rather long one, so much so that Lin Ge's emotions remained unsettled for a long time, and he felt somewhat unaccustomed to the peace and relaxation he was experiencing at this moment.

At the airport, every minute and every second seems to be rushed. My mind is focused at all times, and I'm so busy and tense that I don't have a moment to think about anything else, let alone the terrible hidden dangers and risks that could come from being distracted.

Now back in Zhangzhou, he inexplicably felt like he hadn't recovered from that fierce battle. Even though the warmth in the air was reminding him to relax, Lin Ge was still eager to finish what he needed to do first.

Therefore, after parting ways with Luo Jue and Ai Yun, Lin Ge did not waste any time. Instead, he decided to finish up the Teddy dog ​​matter first before considering how to rest.

Behind him, several cats who had become familiar with the rascal but were now sticking to him because they hadn't seen their boss for many days were also curiously squatting behind Lin Ge, looking around.

They didn't know what their leader was doing squatting there, but being able to get so close to humans, whom they usually wouldn't dare approach, seemed quite interesting. The gazes of people waiting for the bus and passersby no longer instilled fear in the stray cats. With their leader backing them up, they even dared to stare back at passersby arrogantly. And when they spotted humans eating, they meowed incessantly, their mouths watering.

A handsome young man was eating a hot dog while looking at his phone when he was suddenly distracted by the meowing of cats. When he saw a row of cats squatting at his feet, staring longingly at the food in his hand, his lips twitched, and he realized he couldn't eat anymore.

No one around him noticed him, but he felt inexplicably embarrassed. He remembered biting off a small piece of the hot dog, then crouching down and carefully placing it in front of the stray cats.

"Eat or not?"

Before he could finish speaking, the gluttonous orange cat rushed forward and swallowed the small piece of hot dog into its mouth, happily chewing it.

"Meow!"

Seeing the orange cat eating with relish, the other stray cats immediately started meowing, each one continuing to stare expectantly at the young man.

The unfortunate fellow felt helpless but couldn't bring himself to back down, so he could only squat there and continue biting the hot dog into small pieces before putting them on the ground for the cats to eat. Even before the hot dogs hit the ground, two impatient stray cats pounced on his hands, trying to snatch them. Their soft paws resting on the young man's wrists inexplicably made him feel comfortable, and a smile appeared on his face. Forgetting about the pity now, he enthusiastically began to feed the cats.

"Tsk! Once you're entangled with them, you won't be able to get away for a while!"

Lin Ge turned around and saw this scene, feeling quite satisfied. Humans and cats should learn to coexist harmoniously; look how happily this guy is feeding the cat!
"Mimi, do you want some too?"

The young man noticed Lin Ge's gaze and assumed the cat was also hungry, so he avoided the stray cat that was flapping at his palm and handed the hot dog he had just bitten off to Lin Ge.

"Pah! Who wants to eat your saliva!"

Lin Ge turned his head away in disgust and ignored him.

The young man didn't mind, after all, there were so many cats to choose from that were clinging to him.

He fed the cats the last of his hot dogs, then stood up and threw the skewers into the trash can. Seeing the cats still looking up at him with expectant eyes, the young man couldn't help but say, "How about you go over there? I'll buy you two more."

"Meow!"

"Meow~"

The stray cats meowed enthusiastically, even gently pawing at his legs and acting cute, making him show the infatuated smile typical of a cat owner.

"Cuck!"

The lowly bird perched on a tree beside the platform looked disdainfully at these incompetent four-legged creatures who were begging for a little food like humans, and chirped at Lin Ge twice as if mocking him.

Lin Ge ignored it; it was the kind of jerk that got more energetic the more you paid attention to it!

"A crow? No, it's a magpie!"

The young man looked up at the sound and almost mistook the bird's species for its own. But what's a bird you can't touch compared to these cats? The sight of several cats lining up behind him made him happier and happier. He didn't care where he was going while waiting for the bus anymore. He enthusiastically led the cats toward the hot dog stand, bought two hot dogs, and then happily petted the cats while waiting.

'Hiss~'

At the nearby bus stop, the bus slowly came to a stop. The young man looked up, wanting to stand up, but found his hand stuck to the cat, so he decided it wouldn't hurt to wait for the next bus.

He was still taken aback when he saw the only cat that wasn't clinging to him jump into the car first.

"Hey?"

The driver of the car was also taken aback.

When he saw Lin Ge jump in, he was even a little dazed. He just frowned and instinctively wanted to shoo it away, but then he suddenly recognized Lin Ge's appearance and immediately remembered Lin Ge's identity and how it used to often hitch rides on his car.

Then the person suddenly realized that the cat hadn't appeared for a long time!

Even a few days ago, several bus drivers got together to discuss the cat after get off work. They were curious about the cat's situation and joked about who would be lucky enough to run into it. Then, when they realized the cat hadn't been seen recently, they felt sorry for it and wondered if something had happened to it! There was a lot of social criticism at the time, but unexpectedly, it reappeared today.

"Hey! What happened to your tail? Did your owner give you a grooming session?"

Seeing that Lin Ge had chosen to jump onto the right dashboard and lie down because there were many people in the carriage, the driver couldn't help but make a few jokes.

"You always pick topics I don't want to hear, don't you?"

Lin Ge glared at the driver. Even Luo Jue didn't dare to ask about this topic, so how could you be so big-mouthed?
Fortunately, the driver didn't have time to chat with a cat. After all the passengers had boarded, he turned around, put Lin Ge aside, and focused on continuing his work.

The Municipal Bureau arrived shortly afterward.

Lin Ge let out a soft "howl" in thanks to the driver, but before he could even get his footing, he felt a gust of wind. Knowing that the rascal had escaped from the roof of the car, Lin Ge nimbly dodged it, glaring at the rascal as it innocently landed where he had just been.

"Qua~"

The wicked bird meowed at Lingo, seemingly quite displeased that the cat wouldn't be its mount. It had finally gotten used to traveling on the cat's head while Lingo was away, so how could the cat not cooperate?
"I'll kill you!"

Lin Ge glared fiercely at the jerk and gave it a threatening look, then ignored it and walked straight towards the city police station compound. The Teddy dog ​​should be kept at the police dog unit; Lin Ge could already smell its scent coming from there.

Stepping inside, wow, it was quite a fun scene! Qiqi, Xiongxiong, and Jingjing, who weren't selected to participate in the police dog competition, along with that little teddy bear that wasn't even as tall as their legs, were hopping around and playing together!

Because Yu Rong and the other two were still working hard in Chu City, the Zhang City police dog squadron didn't have enough trainers to train them. Li Mei was already doing a great job just taking care of the four dogs' daily meals and kennel cleaning, and Chen Aiguo, who was about to retire, didn't seem to have any dog ​​training experience. Therefore, unlike An'an, Yingying, and Guaiguai, who were working hard in Chu City, the three police dogs remaining in Zhang City were as carefree and happy as could be. The three of them spent their days eating, drinking, playing, and roughhousing, and with the new recruit also being quite mischievous, the four dogs had turned the police dog squadron into a complete mess.

It's fortunate that they remembered they were police dogs and didn't urinate everywhere or harass other people outside. Otherwise, even Li Mei, who loves dogs very much, might have locked them in cages.

When Ringo caught their scent, Xiongxiong and the others also smelled it. Then, as Ringo slowly walked over, the three dogs turned and ran towards him. Teddy hesitated for a moment, then quickly followed.

Before it could even open its mouth, it licked its tongue and made a slurping sound.

"You guys have all made this a habit, haven't you?"

Lin Ge slapped each of the police dogs across the face, then glared fiercely at Teddy, who wanted to imitate him but didn't have the guts.

The teddy bear hadn't forgotten Ringo either, and was now happily bouncing around him. It seemed its life at the police dog unit was going quite well; at least it was clean and in good spirits, not the situation one might have imagined.

“Quack~”

Seeing Lin Ge somewhat flustered being surrounded by four dogs, the sly bird hiding in the tree behind him couldn't help but squawk gleefully.

The birdsong briefly attracted the attention of the four dogs, but they quickly ignored the pesky bird and turned their attention back to Ringo. They continued their squabbling and squirming, seemingly quite displeased that Ringo hadn't come to visit them for so long.

Qiqi and the other two even smelled their own brother's scent on Lin Ge and barked worriedly. After all, the eight dogs had grown up together since they were selected to come to the Zhangzhou Municipal Public Security Bureau, and they had never been separated for such a long time in the past few years. Apart from the police dog named Baobao who unfortunately sacrificed his life, the longest separation they had been from Beibei was when he left the Municipal Police Dog Squadron. But now, the three of them could even smell Beibei's scent on Lin Ge, and they were immediately worried and anxious, circling around Lin Ge frantically, afraid that An'an and the other two would also leave quietly like Beibei and never come back.

"Okay! Okay! Stop clinging to me, I can't walk anymore!"

Lin Ge grew impatient from being pushed around, and could only forcefully push aside Jingjing, who was blocking his way, before finally being able to enter the police dog squad.

Li Mei had already heard the commotion and came out. Seeing that Lin Ge was safe and sound, she smiled with relief.

Seeing Lingo's bald tail again, she felt a pang of heartache. But being a police officer, she didn't say much, just stepped aside to welcome Lingo in, glared at the four little rascals, hoping they would behave a little.

"You came for Dongdong, right?"

Seeing Lin Ge staring at the little teddy bear, Li Mei knew his purpose and smiled, saying, "Old Nie called me about Luo Jue's matter before he left. But I can't make the decision; we still need to go through the procedures and get Old Yang's signature. However, this is a simple matter for you, and it's fortunate that you arrived in time. If you had come any later, Dongdong might have been taken back by that girl Zhuang Tao'er!"

"Dongdong?"

Lin Ge glanced at Li Mei in surprise, not expecting that she had already named the little Teddy. As for Zhuang Tao, Lin Ge didn't take it to heart; the girl was just curious for a moment. Was her current job one that allowed her to keep pets?
After being transferred from the Economic Crime Investigation Department to the Criminal Investigation Department, Zhuang Tao'er was destined to have very little time to go home. If she were left to raise the little teddy bear, it might starve to death at home without her having time to go back and clean up.

Moreover, since Li Mei had explained how to take the little Teddy away, Lin Ge felt relieved. Yang Ye owed him a favor; getting him to sign a document to take away a dog was a simple matter, wasn't it? He could just give them a heads-up and have Luo Jue come over, and the matter would be settled.

Using his hind legs, Lin Ge kicked away Dongdong, who was curiously staring at his tail. Suddenly, he became curious about Zhuang Tao's situation.

This girl complained that working in the Economic Crime Investigation Department was boring and she was always being taken care of by her father, so she was persuaded by Shao Yongkang to go to the First Squadron of the Criminal Investigation Brigade. I wonder how she is doing now.

Haha... One department is so idle it's killing them, and the other is so overworked. Is she already regretting it?
It's said that programmers age quickly, but those in criminal investigations are no less so. Three days for a tan, five days for thick legs, and a week later, they're unkempt. Treating men like slaves and women like men—this is the norm in criminal investigation departments. This department has always been a nightmare for female police officers, especially those on field assignments. They sometimes have to carry adult diapers in case of the stakeouts required for most cases. This is undoubtedly inhumane, but criminal investigation departments desperately need female officers, for example, to apprehend female suspects, conduct body searches, and prevent them from undressing to resist arrest. Because female officers are scarce in criminal investigation departments, every single one is a treasure, never let go until they're worn out. Given this situation, how could Shao Yongkang possibly let Zhuang Tao'er enjoy a comfortable life in the department after luring her there?
Every year during police academy graduation season, it's a time when criminal investigation leaders employ various tactics. Adding a dashing female lead to crime dramas is also a way to romanticize young female police officers' perceptions of the criminal investigation department.

Once they actually enter the criminal investigation department, it's too late to quit! While the police force doesn't despise deserters like the military, it's not a place where you can just come and go as you please. After six months to a year of training, once they've gotten used to it and blended into the ranks of the unkempt, it'll be difficult for these female detectives to leave! Accustomed to the life of a detective, they find it hard to adapt to other positions, so they obediently stay...

Lin Ge is now extremely curious about how far Zhuang Tao'er has progressed in the Criminal Investigation Brigade.
Has she evolved into a slovenly woman who doesn't care about her appearance, never changes her clothes, and hides in her car picking her nose while eating a hamburger? Or is she struggling and desperately begging her old man to take her out of the abyss?

"You!"

As soon as Li Mei saw Lin Ge's strange expression, she knew what the cat was thinking.

Actually, ever since Zhuang Tao'er was tricked into joining the Criminal Investigation Brigade, many people in the Municipal Bureau had been betting on how long she could last among those sleazy men. Unfortunately, they all underestimated the girl; she wasn't some useless person who got in through connections!
"Sister Li Mei!"

As if on cue, Zhuang Tao'er's voice suddenly rang out from outside the door. Her voice was still so clear and crisp, full of boundless energy. Lin Ge turned around in disbelief and, sure enough, saw Zhuang Tao'er striding towards them.

Ah!
Judging from her walking posture, it's clear that Zhuang Tao'er has changed somewhat among men. The first time I saw her, her movements were quite refined, but now she walks with the same quick and long strides as a man, as if she's chasing a criminal.

Furthermore, as Lin Ge had guessed, Zhuang Tao's police uniform wasn't as crisp and fragrant as before. Although still clean, it was somewhat wrinkled and even had some stains that couldn't be washed off. However, this girl hadn't completely become unkempt; she still paid some attention to her status, gender, and how others perceived her. Her skin was indeed much darker and rougher than before, making her look more than ten years older.

Such a young girl is out working all day. No matter how strong the sunscreen is, it can't protect her face, which should be full of collagen!
The smirk and teasing in his heart vanished. Lin Ge quietly watched Zhuang Tao'er run towards him, and only then did he notice the cat that was greeting her, and he was stunned for a moment.

"Hey, Mimi, you're here too!"

"Yeah, long time no see!"

Lin Ge raised his paw to greet Zhuang Tao'er, noticing how much the girl had changed. However, her face and eyes showed no negative emotions; she seemed surprisingly well-adapted to the criminal investigation department?

"Sister Li Mei, Boss Shao asked me to borrow a police dog from you. It needs to be good at detecting drugs. Recently, some new types of drugs have been discovered in the city, and the higher-ups have ordered our First Squadron to cooperate with the Narcotics Control Brigade to arrest them all!"

Zhuang Tao'er stated her purpose simply and clearly, her face showing disgust for drugs and a carefree attitude as she was about to go out on a field mission.

"Another drug scandal?"

Lin Ge and Li Mei both frowned.

"Haha, don't be nervous! They're just some little dung beetles that wandered over from elsewhere. Chop off their claws as a warning, and no more dung beetles will dare to run rampant in Zhang City!"

Zhuang Tao'er spoke arrogantly, her face still somewhat youthful, yet her words subtly echoed Shao Yongkang's style. Just by looking at her resolute pronouncements filled with bloodshed and profanity, it was clear she was heavily influenced by Shao Yongkang.

However, compared to her previous aimless and unambitious state, perhaps her current work in the criminal investigation department is what she truly enjoys.

Lin Ge tilted his head, somewhat moved.

(End of this chapter)