Xiao Wen brought a total of four safety and hygiene inspectors and two breeding technology instructors, who went to each pigpen with paper, pens and tools.

They understood what Xiao Wen said. The so-called inspection was just a quick glance, a perfunctory gesture, then checking off items on the inspection report and signing off on the inspection opinion – qualified, no safety hazards.

However, one of the safety officers insisted on being thorough and searched almost every corner and every inch of the floor, but found no violations or potential hazards. Finally, he headed towards the pigpen at the very back.

As if he had expected this, he kicked the haystack and asked, feigning ignorance.

"Comrade Xiao, as a livestock farm, where are your animals? Even if there's only one pig, you should have the technical instructor check it to see if it's healthy and not sick."

"African swine fever is also a potential safety hazard, and we should pay attention to it."

"Captain Xiao, you agree, right?"

"You pig's head!" Xiao Wen wanted to kick him in the foot.

The person who asked the question was Sun Daming, a third-level sergeant. He was usually honest and taciturn, and when asked to do something, he would remain silent.

He was unusually eager to speak at a time when he shouldn't have.

Xiao Wen glared at him with a warning look.

"What swine fever? Comrade Xiao only has one piglet, which hasn't been weaned yet. What disease could it possibly have? He feeds it milk and refined grains every day, so it's definitely very healthy."

"Alright, that concludes today's inspection. The leadership is waiting for our results."

"Thank you for your understanding, support, and cooperation, Comrade Xiao!"

Xiao Wendu spoke up and led the way outside. But the stubborn Sun Daming remained fixated on the pig-raising issue.

"Captain, the biggest safety issue at the farm is the health of the pigs. We haven't even seen Comrade Xiao's pigs yet, so how can we be sure there's no problem?"

"Didn't you always teach us that as safety and hygiene inspectors, we must be meticulous, serious, impartial, and realistic, especially in our inspection work, where we cannot be careless in the slightest?"

"Our production brigade's slogans all say: 'Safety in production is everyone's responsibility.'"

"The inspection hasn't even been completed yet, how can it be over already?"

Is Sun Daming out of his mind? Even a pig could understand human speech better than him.

When inspecting other farms, we must pay special attention to preventing swine fever and other swine diseases, mainly because we are afraid that the pork from diseased pigs will affect the health of our soldiers.

But Xiao Re only has one suckling pig that can't even eat properly; it's still a long way from being served. Besides, no one intends to slaughter it and sell it. Why is he making such a fuss about it?

"Sun Daming, Comrade Xiao's pig has just been weaned. Tell me, what kind of checkup is needed?"

Sun Daming lowered his head, his bright black eyes darting around nimbly.

"I just find it strange. According to regulations, shouldn't a farm be for raising pigs? But there isn't a single pig in Comrade Xiao's pigsty."

"What should we say if our superiors ask us?"

Xiao Re slowly walked up to Sun Daming, a mocking glint in his eyes.

"Officer Sun, I didn't expect you to care so much about my little piggy! She's still nursing, and you're already thinking about eating meat."

"What if someone chokes on a pork bone? Would that be considered a safety hazard?"

Xiao Wenyi suddenly turned around, understood the meaning behind Xiao Re's words, and gave Sun Daming a deep look. Out of consideration for their past as comrades, he offered him one last piece of advice.

"Sun Daming, do you really think there's something wrong with Comrade Xiao's pig?"

Sun Daming pursed his lips tightly, and sweat began to bead on his forehead.

Although Xiao Re was not someone to be trifled with, he had already accepted bribes from that person. Therefore, he had no choice but to bite the bullet and bring up the issue.

Otherwise, his marriage would fall through.

"I believe that as members of the inspection team, we should act in accordance with regulations and ensure that every task is carried out effectively."

That's a perfectly respectable statement, and no one can find fault with it.

Looking at Sun Daming's stubborn expression, Xiao Wen knew that this pig wouldn't give up until he got the piglet out today.

Ever since Sun Daming went on a blind date with that girl named Liu Suier, he has completely changed.

He used to be taciturn and honest. Now, although he doesn't say it, he has become opportunistic, scheming, and calculating.

They spend all their time eyeing petty gains and engaging in opportunistic schemes. They only want to do lucrative jobs and work that offers easy profits.

"Comrade Xiao, Officer Liu is a meticulous person, but his suggestions are reasonable and in accordance with regulations."

"It would be troublesome if you could bring out the piglets so he can have a look. That way, some people won't mistakenly think our inspection team is inefficient."

Xiao Re lightly patted the hem of his clothes twice with his fingertips and smiled calmly.

"Well... I was just about to report this to the captain."

"Last night, my baby pig went missing. I don't know which malicious thief stole it. I searched for most of the day, but I couldn't find it."

"Captain, my piglet isn't crying or fussing, and it doesn't even poop as much as chicken poop. Who is it bothering by this stench?"

"If a thief were truly after money, they would steal the big, fat pigs from Farm No. 2. One of those pigs is worth over a hundred yuan."

"Besides, they raise a lot of animals, so they might not even notice if one is missing."

"Why do you always steal my only young heir? There's only a tiny bit of meat on him, not even enough to fill a tooth gap after stewing."

Xiao's pig went missing? That makes things a bit complicated.

At this critical juncture, with reports from the public surfacing, the fact that the farm wasn't actually raising any livestock presents a significant opportunity for investigation.

At best, a fine.

In severe cases, the contract will be terminated, the site will be reclaimed, the troops will be expelled, all rent will be confiscated, and liquidated damages will be paid in accordance with the contract terms.

Xiao Wen looked at Xiao Re with a troubled expression, and after repeatedly considering and weighing the options in his mind, he made a decision that would neither offend anyone nor be unreasonable.

"Comrade Xiao, this matter is indeed quite tricky. It involves both the theft from the farm and the farm's violations."

"I'm just a production team leader, only responsible for production safety. As for theft investigations, I have to report to my superiors for a decision."

"I'll report your case first, and then continue the investigation later."

Xiao Wen gave Xiao Re a wink, signaling her to quickly think of a way to salvage the situation. But Sun Daming stepped forward again, righteously and sternly objecting.

"Captain, we're here to conduct a safety inspection of the farm. Just report any violations. The theft is the responsibility of the security patrol department, not us. Comrade Xiao should report it to the security office himself."

As he spoke, Sun Daming pushed the inspection report directly in front of Xiao Wen, forcing him to sign it.

"Captain, Comrade Xiao's farm is not raising livestock in accordance with the contract. This violates the terms regarding the intended use of the livestock and constitutes non-compliant operation. We should report this truthfully and punish him accordingly."

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