My Life with Narration

Chapter 707: Chapter 698: Shit-Stirrer

Zhu Lili, this super slacker, might not seem important, but she still serves a purpose. At least, she’s in charge of publicity now. Any announcements from the Jiangcheng East City Public Security Bureau are issued through her on the official account. It’s a clerical publicity role, so it’s not quite as lazy as one might imagine.

The real slackers are those seasoned pros, especially within the system. Those who’ve been around for a long time without much room for advancement, now that’s the pinnacle of slacking.

Especially in government units, every place has a few people like that. On the contrary, the young ones are quite driven. Even if they seem lazy, they still have some contributions.

The two chatted for a bit, exchanging experiences in video making. As her number of followers increased, Zhu Lili’s work got a lot easier. She’s definitely beyond the newbie phase now and can handle things with ease.

She’s long past the stage of working solo. Whenever there’s a task, she enlists those around her. Either they help to film videos, act as materials, or assist with editing and writing scripts. Unless it’s an announcement she can handle alone, she rarely works solo.

When she has free time, she also helps out others in the office. Everyone gets along very well.

Today, Big Yellow came. After chatting for a while, she took Big Yellow to the police canine training area to gather materials. It’s a golden opportunity not to be missed, especially since Big Yellow is now a multimillion-followed online sensation. Most people can’t afford to invite him.

"Sister Zijun, why aren’t you out on a task today?" Seeing Li Zijun leisurely sitting in a chair, Su Qing spoke up as he entered the office.

"The issue’s resolved. There’s no need to be running around all the time now!"

"Resolved?" Su Qing was a bit taken aback. Of course, he knew what Li Zijun meant: who else could it be but her distant relative?

"How’d you sort it out?"

"I owe it to the idea you gave me!"

"Me? Wait, don’t tell me you guys also had a showdown?" Su Qing widened his eyes.

After all, Du Qiang was there with her that day, so it wasn’t surprising she knew some details.

"Not really. She kept coming to my house to find my mom. I finally told her directly. Feng Lei is key personnel. He’s either charged or off the case. I didn’t give her any courtesy that day. She tried to scold me, so I immediately called Captain Yan, put him on speaker, and told them to look after her son. That’s what finally scared her off.

My mom felt a bit embarrassed then and tried to persuade me, but seeing I was truly angry, she backed off. She’s been quite annoyed lately too.

You’re right, sometimes you can’t give them a chance to push boundaries. I mean, I did help. I even checked information for them and mentioned that repaying the embezzled money and paying fines could result in a lighter sentence, but she still refused and said she’d give me twenty thousand to ask a leader to release her son. What was she thinking?"

As Li Zijun said this, she laughed despite herself. Though she had been through much, this type of person was a first for her.

Upon hearing this, Su Qing exclaimed goodness gracious. He initially thought his encounters were bizarre enough but didn’t expect someone more audacious than his aunt.

At least his aunt knew to borrow money. What impressed him was Li Zijun’s case, offering 20,000 for a private settlement. Besides, if you brought out 200,000, there’s some sincerity. But with 20,000, which leader would even bother with you?

One doesn’t have money to borrow, and the other has money but won’t spend it. Truly a match made in heaven.

On the other hand, Hao Ren’s family was straightforward, at least understanding priorities. Unsurprisingly, it seems like they’ll be the first to come out.

"So, what’s the update on that case now?" Su Qing asked.

"The procedures have started. For those involved in minor offenses, a fee can secure bail until the case concludes. It’s likely a suspended sentence, no jail time, maybe even lighter. But the core offenders and those involved in significant amounts are definitely going to be sentenced."

Su Qing nodded, realizing that the police’s investigation was nearing completion. The remaining time was for the detainees’ families. Once handed over to the prosecution and an indictment initiated, it’ll all be settled.

"Damn, what bad luck!"

While the two were talking, Du Qiang stormed in, grumbling.

Upon hearing, both looked over: "What’s up?"

Seeing Su Qing present, Du Qiang’s demeanor shifted: "Wow~~ isn’t this Boss Su? How come you’ve found time to visit us today~~ well done, well done~"

Su Qing: ...

The four great virtues of today’s young people: Praise: Wow~~ amazing, amazing; Gratitude: I’ll really thank you~~; Self-discipline: Win once... then sleep; Sincerity: This time, it’s! True! Love!

Du Qiang clearly grasped the essence of this. Yes, that’s impressive.

Facing Du Qiang’s sarcasm, Su Qing didn’t get upset. After all, he’s an online guru, and when it comes to verbal sparring, he never backs down.

He then smiled coldly, looking at Du Qiang, and said, "As everyone knows, every part of our body is quite expensive, you know, like kidneys, corneas, hearts. But I’m puzzled why when these parts come together in you, they become a waste? Truly, it’s the divine ingenuity of the Creator!"

Du Qiang: ...

Li Zijun: o(*≧▽≦)ツ┏━┓

"Well said, well said, truly divine ingenuity!"

"You... are you two bullying me?"

"Yeah, we’re bullying you. So what? Want to spar?" Li Zijun glared and said.

Immediately, Du Qiang shrank back a bit, not that he couldn’t beat Li Zijun—being a man, his combat prowess was in a different league—but they were colleagues and wouldn’t get too rough. Li Zijun had sent many to the hospital during arrests, and they were all men. What’s more, several ended with nothing gained, and he was a man too, who wouldn’t be wary?

"I’m not gonna argue with a woman," said Du Qiang before angrily sitting and pouring himself a glass of water.

"What’s the matter? Weren’t you on a task?"

"Don’t mention it. Originally, we were called for rape, burglary, plus assault. A big case, or so we thought, so we were all pumped. But upon arrival, turns out it was just a ’shit stirrer’!"

"Ah! Is there such a thing?" Li Zijun laughed, somewhat surprised.

Su Qing listened, puzzled: "What’s a shit stirrer?"

Li Zijun coughed lightly: "Ahem, young one, don’t pry too much into matters of the society!"

Su Qing was exasperated. He was 23 now, going on 24 in lunar years. Calling him a child, who does she think he is?

Everyone’s a cop, stop underestimating criminal investigation consultants, okay?!

Then he looked at Du Qiang.

Under his inquisitive gaze, even Du Qiang couldn’t help but chuckle. After thinking for a while, he finally said:

"Uh... how should I put it, just like the literal meaning!"

"Literal meaning? What literal?" Su Qing asked, confused.

Du Qiang: "A shit stirrer."

"Shit stirrer..." Su Qing said half of it, then froze, eyes wide open. So it was literally like that? There’s even such a descriptor?

"Wait, aren’t we going to do something about the man?"

Li Zijun: "There’s no legal protection for adult males!"

Su Qing: ...

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