After ten years undercover, I'm giving up.

……

……

It was exactly 3 p.m.

Inside the large press conference hall on the first floor of the police station.

Reporters and photographers from various media outlets crowded the scene early on, and the air was filled with buzzing and chatter, creating an atmosphere as lively as if a concert was about to begin.

Step, step, step—

As a series of footsteps came from the side of the stage, the previously noisy conference hall fell silent for a moment.

Soon, Fang Jiexia came into view first.

She was accompanied by Chief Superintendent Cheuk King-chuen of the Operations Department.

Behind the two, Ma Zhichao slowly walked onto the podium.

"Wow!"

"Ma Zhichao is out!"

The moment he appeared, the dozens of reporters and photographers in the audience erupted in cheers, as if they had been set ablaze.

Click, click, click—

The flashbulbs were going off like crazy.

The photographers all aimed their lenses at Ma Zhichao, wanting to capture every single stubble on his face.

After all, this was the first time Ma Zhichao had officially appeared in public since the undercover scandal broke out.

Zhuo Jingquan, Fang Jiexia, and Ma Zhichao sat down in turn.

Fang Jiexia first adjusted the microphone and then said, "Good afternoon, friends from the media."

After a brief warm-up, Zhuo Jingquan took over the conversation and began to speak on behalf of the police.

He would talk for more than ten minutes at a time.

The report first reviewed Ma Zhichao's years of undercover work, then emphasized the police force's emphasis on undercover agents, and finally moved on to the most crucial part.

"Officer Ma Zhichao performed exceptionally well during his ten-year infiltration of Han Chen's group."

"He not only effectively suppressed the continued expansion of Ni Kun's old forces, but also thwarted Han Chen's group's important criminal operations on several occasions afterward."

"The police force will not forget their contributions."

After a long string of official platitudes, Zhuo Jingquan finally got to the point.

"Following an internal decision by the Police Force, Constable Ma Chi-Chiu has been formally promoted to Senior Superintendent."

"At the same time, based on the police force's appreciation and emphasis on outstanding personnel..."

After another round of pleasantries, Cheuk King-chuen continued to announce: "Senior Superintendent Ma Chi-chiu will be transferred to the West Kowloon Police Station to serve as the head of the Major Crimes Unit."

"Wow!"

Fang Siwei, sitting in the audience, couldn't help but let out a soft gasp of surprise.

Senior Superintendent!

Head of the West Kowloon Regional Crime Unit!

This is not a nominal position, but a real position with real power.

Fang Siwei was genuinely happy for Ma Zhichao.

On the other side, Yue Huizhen: "???"

She first glanced at Fang Siwei, then shifted her gaze to Ma Zhichao on the stage, her eyes suddenly becoming meaningful.

Her intuition told her so.

There's definitely more to the relationship between these two people than meets the eye!

Other reporters at the scene were also quite shocked by this appointment.

A leap to Senior Superintendent?

This is absolutely unprecedented!

Once this treatment is announced, undercover agents who have completed their missions and returned to the police force will probably subconsciously compare themselves to Ma Zhichao.

Some reporters have even started brainstorming headlines.

Following the Ma Zhichao incident, the treatment of undercover police officers may see a new standard!

Seeing the increasingly enthusiastic reaction from the audience, Fang Jiexia immediately spoke up to calm things down: "Everyone, please keep quiet."

"Next, Inspector Ma Zhichao will answer questions from the media."

Finally, it was the protagonist's turn to speak, and the reporters, who had been eagerly waiting, swarmed around Ma Zhichao.

"Officer Ma, were you injured when you were being chased by the police?"

"Will you continue to pursue the matter regarding Superintendent Wu Shaoxiong's actions?"

"Officer Ma, do you still harbor resentment towards the police force?"

"Is it possible that your promotion to the rank of Senior Superintendent was interpreted as a kind of exchange between you and the police?"

"Officer Ma, please respond!"

Each question has a hook.

On the surface, it was an interview, but in reality, everyone wanted to dig out even bigger news.

Lok Wai-ching, however, took a different approach, directly steering the conversation towards relationships: "Mr. Ma, why did you contact reporter Fong Siu-wai immediately?"

"Is there some kind of special relationship between the two of you?"

As she said this, her eyes darted back and forth between Fang Siwei and Ma Zhichao, her face full of suspicion as if she thought, "I've already seen through you."

Ma Zhichao maintained a gentle smile throughout.

He handled those pointed questions flawlessly, neither making definitive statements nor giving reporters any clear ammunition.

Fang Jiexia and Zhuo Jingquan sat beside him, and seeing that he didn't suddenly go crazy and cause trouble, they finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Forty minutes later.

The press conference concluded successfully.

The reporters packed up their equipment and rushed out, eager to get back and get their stories.

However, just before they left, they "happened" to overhear people whispering nearby.

In addition to his promotion, Ma Zhichao also received a HK$1 million compensation.

Now the reporters' eyes lit up even more.

Good guy.

I have something to write about again!

……

……

That evening.

TVB and ATV broadcast the key points of this press conference almost simultaneously on their evening news programs.

"Directly as a Senior Superintendent?"

"That's outrageous! From a regular police officer to a senior superintendent, that's like riding a rocket!"

"I may envy them, but they risked their lives for it."

"And the head of the West Kowloon Regional Crime Unit! That's a position with real power!"

"Ma Zhichao has truly turned his life around this time!"

The citizens were quite shocked after watching the news.

Many people were happy for Ma Zhichao, feeling that after suffering so much injustice, he had finally gotten his wish.

Of course, many people also felt a pang of jealousy.

In their view, Ma Zhichao had completely transcended social class and truly become a superior person.

Within the police force, many officers were so envious they were practically grinding their teeth in envy.

That's a really steep increase!

They've toiled away in the police station for over a decade, working themselves to the bone, and they're still just sergeants.

Ma Zhichao is doing well.

He returned as a senior superintendent.

He even took the position of head of the West Kowloon Regional Crime Unit.

Not satisfied.

I'm really not convinced!

Some officers, especially those who weren't very forgiving, couldn't help but curse in private.

"What kind of management experience would an undercover agent who just returned from a gang have?"

"If we make him the team leader, will he be able to lead the team effectively?"

Have you solved any cases? Have you ever tried a case?

"On what grounds?"

Hey.

Extremely jealous.

……

the next day.

Ma Zhichao drove to the West Kowloon Police Station.

Chen Jiaju.

Raymond.

Uncle Biao.

These names are all important reasons why he chose this place.

Why did Ma Zhichao specifically choose to come to West Kowloon?

The reason is actually quite simple.

West Kowloon is relatively small in area compared to other districts on Hong Kong Island.

The smaller the territory, the easier it is to concentrate power.

Moreover, although West Kowloon is not a large area, it is bustling enough.

Discos, bars, temple streets—all sorts of people, money, and shady dealings converge here.

This area is a bustling commercial district, a popular tourist destination, and also a relatively active area for prostitution, gambling, drugs, and nightlife.

Therefore, the crime rate in this district has remained consistently high.

Criminal cases are a constant occurrence.

"Excuse me, which way is the director's office?"

Ma Zhichao casually stopped a female police officer who was passing by.

Today is his first day in office, and the first thing he naturally does is to go and report to the Director.

I'll also make a brief appearance to the police department's senior management before officially taking up my post in the Major Crimes Unit.

If it were any other senior superintendent taking up the post, the police station would probably have already arranged for someone to stand at the door to welcome him.

Flowers may be unnecessary, but the basic procedures should still be followed.

But when he arrived at the West Kowloon Police Station, he didn't see a single person to greet him, let alone a welcoming ceremony.

It's quite obvious that the police leadership has likely received some hints from the police force.

"what……"

The policewoman who was stopped by him looked up and was stunned for a moment.

"Ma...Ma Sir!"

She quickly stood up straight, stood at attention, and saluted.

"what?"

Ma Zhichao sized her up.

ponytail.

Widow's peak.

Full of heroic spirit.

This face looks familiar.

Meng Jiahui?

and many more.

Could this be a younger version of Liang Xiaorou?

Ma Zhichao asked, "What's your name?"

The policewoman was visibly nervous, but she immediately replied, "Reporting, Officer Ma, my name is Leung Siu-Yau, and I'm currently with the Major Crimes Unit!"

Ma Zhichao immediately understood.

Sure enough it was her.

"Liang Xiaorou, take me to the director's office."

"Yes, sir!"

Liang Xiaorou nodded quickly and led Ma Zhichao into the elevator, heading all the way to the top floor.

Finally, the two arrived outside the director's office.

Along the way, Liang Xiaorou couldn't help but secretly glance at Ma Zhichao several times.

Ever since yesterday's news announced that Ma Chi-chiu would be coming to the West Kowloon Regional Crime Unit as its head, the entire unit has been buzzing with discussion.

The guys in the office went over and over all the rumors about Ma Zhichao.

But now the real person is right beside me.

Out of natural respect for her superior, Liang Xiaorou still appeared quite reserved.

Knock knock knock—

She raised her hand and knocked on the door.

Before the door even opened, a middle-aged woman in a business suit walked in from the other end of the corridor.

"Officer Ma, I'm so sorry."

The middle-aged woman had a smile on her face, but the smile looked somewhat forced.

"Chief Edmund just went out."

Ma Zhichao looked at her: "Who are you?"

The other person smiled slightly: "My name is Dalene, and I am Director Edmund's secretary."

secretary?