Chapter 26 Director Resigns
"Deputy Song." Several patrols who had been squatting on guard came quickly with hand crossbows.
Song Changming nodded, looked at the appearance of the thief in front of him, and said, "Is there a reward for this guy?"
"Yes, the ghost-faced thief, the government is offering a reward of ten silver coins." Jiang Chunzi confirmed after looking at the other person's appearance and the ghost-faced mask.
"It's okay. I didn't keep watch tonight in vain. Let's take it back." Song Changming put away the knife, quite satisfied.
No matter how small a fish is, it is still a fish, and it is considered good if there is a silver reward.
Several patrolmen were also very happy. Usually, if they participate in this kind of capture, they can get some of the silver reward.
Of course, the big head still has to go to the patrol chief and Song Changming, his deputy.
Who makes them the superiors who manage the patrol? They always have the privilege to get more benefits.
After imprisoning the thieves who had recently been roaming the Houli neighborhood, Song Changming was about to go home and rest when he was suddenly stopped by a patrolman who was following Liang Chuanshan.
"Mr. Song, Liang Tou asked me to wait for you at the Patrol Division. He said he wanted you to go to Chunfeng Garden to find him after you finish your work," the patrolman said.
"Tonight?" Song Changming was a little surprised.
"yes."
"I understand." Song Changming changed out of his armored patrol uniform and put on his usual clothes to accept the invitation.
Chunfeng Garden is located in the bustling area of Houli Street. As a famous romantic place, even late at night, the place is still brightly lit and there is an endless stream of guests.
The melodious sound of the piano and flute and the charming smile of the woman could be heard clearly outside the pavilion.
More than half a year has passed, and Song Changming is no stranger to this place.
His responsibilities allow him to know every street and alley in Houli Street, including Chunfeng Garden.
Another reason is that as Liang Chuanshan's confidant, he often brings him here for entertainment.
Soon, he followed the familiar route to the private room on the second floor and found Liang Chuanshan who was listening to music.
"Here, sit down." Liang Chuanshan sat cross-legged on the pillow in the private room, took a sip of wine, smiled at Song Changming, and then waved his hand to signal the piano girl and dancer in the room to leave.
The women bowed leisurely in response, and with their eyes turning, they quietly looked at Song Changming who had just entered.
Song Changming, who is nearly 20 years old, is obviously taller than last year.
Wearing a long black suit with a waisted waist, the cuffs and trousers are tied and fixed, just to maintain flexibility and facilitate movement at all times.
His appearance may have been tempered in the Patrol Division, and his childishness has completely faded away, becoming more handsome and handsome, with sharp eyebrows and starry eyes.
There is still a bit of coldness between the brows, like a sharp blade unsheathed, with its sharp edge clearly visible.
With such a good-looking young man, it's no wonder that the women here would take a few glances at him.
Song Changming sat beside Liang Chuanshan and waited quietly for the other party's next words.
He knew that if the other party suddenly came to see him, he must have something to discuss.
And most of them were things that we couldn't talk about in the Patrol Division, so we came here to talk.
Facing Song Changming, Liang Chuanshan did not mince words and said directly: "What was said before has been confirmed. The director will step down and abdicate this year."
Song Changming nodded, not surprised. This was something they had talked about before.
Their Houli Street Secretary is over seventy years old. Although he still retains his prestige, he is old and his energy is no longer what he used to be. He can no longer sit in the high position of Secretary.
It is inevitable to abdicate in favor of talents.
The question is, who will be the next successor selected by the superiors? According to past situations, the most suitable one is usually selected as the new director from among the several patrol chiefs who are most familiar with the affairs of the area.
As one of the patrol chiefs of Houli Street, Liang Chuanshan is naturally a strong candidate for promotion to the next director.
In fact, in the past few years, the competition between several patrol chiefs has already begun overtly and covertly.
In the past, Liang Chuanshan and Sun Wenyan disliked each other, formed cliques, and fought against each other. One of the main reasons was that they were eyeing the position of director and subconsciously competed privately.
In the past, Song Changming was caught in the middle of grabbing credit and people, and the deeper reason lies in this.
Liang Chuanshan took a few pieces of beef from the bowl and put them into his mouth, and then took another sip of wine before continuing.
"Lu Gang just left our place and just took up the post of chief of patrol last year. His qualifications are completely insufficient, so it is basically impossible to be a candidate for director.
Zhu Bairen and Zhang Sihai are both very young, and their achievements in recent years are not outstanding. Even if they are qualified to run for election, they will most likely be ranked behind me.
In fact, the only people who can really threaten me are Qian Wen and Zhao Dezhi."
After hearing this, Song Changming nodded and said, "That's true."
He now knows much more about the situation in the Patrol Division than when he first became a patrol guard.
As Liang Chuanshan said, at this last moment, the only ones who are truly competitive are the three patrol chiefs including Liang Chuanshan.
"Changming, you were promoted by me, and I treat you well. Between me and Zhao Dezhi, you should know who is standing behind you." Liang Chuanshan suddenly clinked the wine glasses with Song Changming and said.
"Of course, sir, are you dissatisfied with my recent performance?" Song Changming said helplessly. He also understood the purpose of Liang Chuanshan calling him here today, which was somewhat of a reminder or a slap.
No matter how distant he was from Zhao Dezhi, he still had a kind of relationship by marriage.
It was nothing before, but now at this important moment, even if Liang Chuanshan trusted Song Changming again, he couldn't help but want to confirm again.
He didn't want to end up being stabbed in the back by the person next to him and holding him back.
"You have been performing very well recently, or this year. My most correct decision in the past was to recruit you into my patrol team. But now I am too sensitive." Liang Chuanshan said frankly.
"I believe in your character, and I won't mention it again from now on."
Song Changming nodded and quickly revealed the matter without saying much.
He could understand Liang Chuanshan, after all, it was indeed a once-in-a-lifetime promotion opportunity.
If he missed this time, it would be too difficult for Liang Chuanshan to get another promotion opportunity, and he might not have any hope for the rest of his life.
Everyone would be more sensitive at this time.
Among the six patrol chiefs, he was promoted by Liang Chuanshan. He was the most familiar with and had the closest relationship with Liang Chuanshan. Naturally, he was the most supportive of Liang Chuanshan becoming the director.
This is also good for Song Changming himself.
"The patrol team must perform well recently. No matter how small the credit is, it must win. These recorded credits are the best bargaining chips!" Liang Chuanshan then explained to Song Changming.
"I understand." Song Changming agreed, then hesitated for a moment, and then asked: "I heard that the positions of directors in each city are decided by the Director-General of Public Security under the County Sheriff's Mansion."
Liang Chuanshan understood, waved his hand and said: "Don't worry, I have already taken care of what should be taken care of. I believe Qian Wen, Zhao Dezhi and the others are the same, they have all emptied their wealth.
Those guys above are very greedy. This money can only ensure that they are impartial in making decisions. I can't pay for any more, and neither can Qian Wen and Zhao Dezhi.
And there are people from the Sheriff's Office watching over there, so they don't dare to go too far. What we have to do now is to win with absolute merit, and I already have the upper hand in this aspect."
In general, Liang Chuanshan is quite confident about his promotion to the position of director.
The purpose of discussing with Song Changming now is to maximize his advantage in this aspect, so that he can have a 100% chance of winning.
(End of chapter)