In the name of supernatural powers

Chapter 61 Military Right of Passage

In the city administration building where the task force was located, a storage room was used as a temporary interrogation room.

Lu Zhao came out and instructed a member of the special task force, "He's a murderer, but not the person we're looking for. Go and notify the police to come and pick him up."

"Yes."

The task force members left.

Lu Zhao entered Lin Zhiyan's office and reported to her.

A rich aroma of coffee filled the air.

Lin Zhiyan sat upright behind his desk, his hands clasped together, his brows and eyes as proud as ever.

She wasn't surprised that something was wrong, and said, "If the robbers were so easy to catch, there would have been no need for you to come here in the first place."

Lin Zhiyan gestured for Lu Zhao to walk to the sofa, and his adjutant Xu Fang poured him a cup of coffee.

"This isn't a contraband, you should drink it, right?"

Coffee is a rationed product due to the environmental requirements of its cultivation; only those with good social standing can obtain a ration quota.

For example, organizations related to law, human resources, and taxation.

Lu Zhao doesn't like coffee. In this life, he was still a beast of burden when he could drink it, and now that he needs it, production has been reduced.

In comparison, he could accept that tea production hadn't been reduced, but instead became the only stimulant. This was because tea cultivation required less resources than coffee, didn't conflict with staple food farmland, and also had cultural significance.

He took a sip, and the bitter taste made him frown.

Lu Zhao put it down and decided not to take a second sip.

"Senior likes sweet drinks, I have some milk here."

"no need."

"Let's get down to business."

Lin Zhiyan crossed his legs and said with a smile, "Senior, do you know how much effort I put into digging you out? First it was Lü Jinshan, then the city officials, then some people in the county, and there might be others in the underworld."

“You’re just a lowly lieutenant. The moment I make a move, they all jump up. They all seem to be afraid of their senior.”

Lu Zhao replied, "They are not afraid of me, they are only afraid that their official hats will fall off."

"It has always been this way; the official hat is more important than one's head."

Lin Zhiyan took a sip of coffee and then changed the subject: "Two years ago, the Imperial Capital Chishui started to consider academic scores when admitting students. You need at least 600 points in academic subjects to be admitted."

"The Federation has too many talented people. After the education reform provided a life-sustaining boost, more and more people have met the vitality requirements. What were your academic scores back then, senior?"

Lu Zhao answered, "710 points."

“Even now, you could get into Beijing.” Lin Zhiyan revealed his true intentions: “But society is different. You’ll be competing with people of all ages, and you’ll need some tricks to get higher scores.”

"for example?"

Lu Zhaoming asked the question knowing the answer already.

"For example, I can help my senior get promoted step by step."

Lin Zhiyan pressed her hand against her chest, her arrogance evident in her expression. Her beautiful eyes were filled with aggression, as if she had Lu Zhao completely under her control.

Unlike Chen Qian's arrogance, she is more upright and doesn't need to belittle others to demonstrate her power.

"I can help you break free from the influence of the Chen family and guarantee your future career. All you have to do is listen to me."

Xu Fang, the adjutant standing to the side, couldn't help but show a slightly envious expression.

This is the Lin family of Cangwu. Although they have declined somewhat in recent years, the legacy of their ancestors still remains. As the eldest daughter of the Lin family, Lin Zhiyan has received the care of many important figures.

She could contact Liu Wuhou, a supreme being, at will.

Getting close to this noble lady would be an incredible opportunity.

Looking at Lu Zhao's unbelievably handsome features, Xu Fang couldn't help but think deeper. 'Perhaps I can marry into the Lin family someday.'

Lu Zhao remained calm, quietly watching Lin Zhiyan for ten seconds, until the smile on the latter's face gradually disappeared.

This is like accepting someone as a dog, teacher, your calculations aren't quite accurate.

He said, "This is not in accordance with the regulations."

Lin Zhiyan frowned and asked, "What rule?"

Lu Zhao replied, "The task force only has temporary authority to dispatch local units, not direct command over border defense. You are not my direct superior either."

"So, this is against the rules."

Lin Zhiyan's face darkened, and he said, "Does the Chen family conform to the rules?"

She had actually anticipated that Lu Zhao would refuse, having already figured him out after yesterday's meal.

But Lin Zhiyan still wanted Lu Zhao to submit, because he only found pleasure in making Lu Zhao submit.

“It’s not up to standard either.” Lu Zhao shook his head. “Just because they don’t comply with regulations doesn’t mean I should violate them too.”

He got up and put his hat back on.

"I only accept orders from the Federation. If Team Leader Lin has any missions, please submit a mission order to me, and I will carry them out without hesitation."

After saying that, he got up and left the office.

Lin Zhiyan was left with a gloomy face and Xu Fang was completely bewildered.

The latter said somewhat awkwardly, "Staff Officer Lu is truly an extraordinary person."

Lin Zhiyan was somewhat annoyed, yet felt helpless, and said:

"Xu Fang, go and apply to the Security Command for a special operation. I need to dispatch the Ant Territory Border Station to blockade the outer region."

In fact, she knew how to manipulate someone like Lu Zhao, but what Lin Zhiyan wanted was not a short-term cooperation based on rules, but a long-term, more convenient superior-subordinate relationship to drive Lu Zhao.

June 20th.

Lin Zhiyan invited Lu Zhao to dinner. This time it was still a high-end restaurant. Since it was not located in the outer district, the restaurant did not dare to sell prohibited food.

Lu Zhao originally offered to treat everyone, but Miss Lin looked down on roadside stalls and insisted on taking him to a high-end restaurant.

Since she's so willful, there's no need for him to pretend to be something he's not.

Lin Zhiyan took out a small blue book and pushed it towards Lu Zhao.

"This is a temporary pass issued by the Public Security Command. Within three months, you can lead troops in and out of the city without inspection and without reporting to the city authorities."

"This will make it easier for you to enter and leave Fangshi in the future, and you won't need to report to the Special Operations Rapid Response Detachment every time."

Lu Zhao took the pass and confirmed that there was no problem with the seal of the Public Security Bureau inside.

He asked, "Can the Chief of Police really issue mission orders of this level?"

Border guards are not regular troops, but they are still military and police personnel, and they cannot leave their jurisdiction at will.

Previously, when border station teams entered the city to carry out missions, they relied on the Special Counter-Strike Force and had to accept Wang Tong's command. Lu Zhao and others were also not allowed to carry weapons.

Now that this pass is in place, the border station has gained independence.

Lin Zhiyan explained, "Before the Great Cataclysm, with the special approval of the Wude Hall, the Daozheng Bureau was allowed to mobilize the Dao's internal troops eight years ago, and five years ago, the command of the Armed Police was delegated to the county level."

"For example, the Special Counter-Strike Unit is directly under the command of the Municipal Enforcement Bureau."

Federal power has been decentralizing, which is an inevitable trend. Local governments need sufficient autonomy to maintain stability.

Lu Zhao neither confirmed nor denied, and asked, "Is it permissible to bring weapons in?"

Lin Zhiyan replied, "You can carry a pistol, but other heavy firepower can only be carried in emergencies."

(End of this chapter)