Zong Ze frowned, "Songhai has changed several deputy directors in the past few months, and almost all of them were sent away by you. So, the position has remained vacant. I've considered it, and you will serve as the Deputy Director of the Security Bureau, protecting Songhai's safety!"
Su Yang also frowned, "You don't have the direct authority to appoint someone to such a position, do you, brother?"
"I don't, but my teacher has already contacted that supreme being in Kyoto. He is willing to guarantee your promotion!" This was also why Zong Ze had called Su Yang. Not to mention the Commander of the Garrison, even the position of Deputy Director of the Songhai Security Bureau was a coveted prize.
Zong Ze continued, "Early this morning, all four major families sent people. Among them, the Lin family was the most active, and someone from the Lin family holds the position of First-Level Director in the Security Bureau."
Su Yang nodded. The four major families of Songhai were Duan, Bai, Liu, and Lin. The Lin family primarily dealt in foreign trade and rarely appeared in the local scene. A First-Level Director was a position just below the Deputy Director.
Zong Ze went on, "You have a lot of money, but ultimately, you are a toothless tiger. Facing those behemoths, you'll have to lie down obediently. Therefore, both my teacher and I believe this is an opportunity, the first step for you to enter this path!"
Su Yang fell into thought. Every gain came with a loss. While enjoying power, one would also lose the freedom of a carefree life.
"Brother Su, I advise you not to hesitate. Otherwise, your businesses in Songhai will surely be targeted in the future!" Zong Ze said with certainty. Su Yang was taken aback, "What do you mean? Almost everyone who could cause trouble in Songhai has been dealt with!"
"The Lin family also has a stake in the underground black market. You killed Shentu Bao, damaging the Lin family's interests. If they come to power, do you think you can sleep soundly?" Su Yang suddenly realized that by killing just one Shentu Bao, he had inadvertently offended another family.
"I'll consider this matter..."
"Alright, I understand you have many businesses and many women, and you're busy every day. I need your reply. I'm going to Kyoto for a meeting in three days."
"Okay, I'll be going then!" Su Yang nodded and bid farewell, leaving the Director's office.
Outside the Security Bureau.
Several cars with red license plates were parked. A man in his thirties with short, flat hair got out. He wore several badges on his chest and a red stripe with gold stars on his shoulder.
"Su Yang?" The man was stunned for a moment upon seeing Su Yang, then his eyes widened in anger. "You're the one who killed Shentu Bao?"
Su Yang narrowed his eyes, realizing this must be Lin Feng from the Lin family, the third-in-command of the Security Bureau, a First-Level Director.
"Which eye of yours saw me kill Shentu Bao?" Lin Feng sneered, "Su Yang, you're quite a prominent figure in Songhai. Are you going to deny what you've done now?"
"Director Lin, please don't frame an honest man. I, Su, am a weakling with no strength to even tie up a chicken. How could I dare to kill someone? Where is your evidence?"
Lin Feng was speechless. He had no evidence, but many people saw Su Yang enter the underground black market shortly before Shentu Bao's death. *This man is truly shameless. An honest man? No strength to tie up a chicken?*
"Su Yang, your stalling tactics are useless. Guards, apprehend him!"
"Yes!" Several security bureau soldiers hurried over and grabbed Su Yang's arms. Lin Feng sneered, using this opportunity to suppress Su Yang and seize all his businesses and women. The Lin family's status would undoubtedly rise, and Lin Feng himself would likely become the Director of the Security Bureau.
Su Yang ignored the soldiers around him and looked at the smug Lin Feng. "I advise you to let go, lest you lose your position as Director!"
"Ridiculous. What right do you, a mere businessman, have to dismiss me? Even Director Zong doesn't have the authority to dismiss a senior director!" Lin Feng knew Su Yang had a good relationship with Zong Ze, but he wasn't worried at all. Not to mention his ten years of meritorious service in the Security Bureau and the support of the Lin family, he wasn't afraid of Zong Ze's difficulties.
At this moment, Zong Ze, hearing the commotion outside, walked over with a dark expression. "Lin Feng, what do you mean by this?"
Lin Feng smiled slightly, "Director, this man killed Shentu Bao. I am merely handling it according to the law. Is that excessive?"
"Shentu Bao's death is still under investigation. I, the Director, order you to release him!"
Lin Feng stood his ground, blocking Zong Ze. "I know you have a good relationship with him, Director, but the laws of Long Country do not allow anyone to violate them. This is the same even if you report it to Kyoto!"
"I will apprehend this person today!" Lin Feng's attitude was very firm, and he waved for his subordinates to escort Su Yang inside.
Zong Ze roared, "Su Yang is now the Deputy Director. Are you going to defy your superior and detain him?"
"What?" Lin Feng was stunned. "When did he become the Deputy Director? Did you appoint yourself to this position, Director?" Seeing Zong Ze remain silent, Lin Feng sneered even more, "In that case, Su Yang will be detained and investigated first!"
"Wait!" At this moment, another person walked over. Zong Ze's eyes lit up; the newcomer was the Commander of the Zhenguo Army, Shi Wuzun.
Shi Wuzun unfurled an appointment letter. "This is an appointment letter just issued by Kyoto, appointing Su Yang as the Deputy Director of the Songhai Security Bureau!" He then asked, "Do you have any other questions?" Shi Wuzun cast a cold glance at Lin Feng, who trembled.
"As the Commander says, so it is. Release him!"
Su Yang rubbed his hands. Now, he had to be the Deputy Director whether he wanted to or not. He hadn't expected Shi Wuzun to act so quickly, guaranteeing his promotion in Kyoto and then issuing the appointment letter.
Lin Feng turned to leave quietly, but Zong Ze stopped him. "What? Isn't an apology required for detaining your superior?" Although Lin Feng was reluctant, Su Yang was now his superior. "I apologize, Deputy Director Su. It was my rashness!"
However, Shi Wuzun was not willing to let him off so easily. "Lin Feng, from now on, your position as First-Level Director is suspended!"
Suspended! Lin Feng was dumbfounded. "Commander, you can't suspend me..."
"I said suspend, and I mean suspend. If you're not satisfied, take it up with Kyoto!" Shi Wuzun's attitude was very strong, showing no regard for the Lin family. Lin Feng collapsed to the ground with a thud. Years of hard work to reach this position were gone in an instant.
Security Bureau. Director's Office.
Shi Wuzun, his disciple, and Su Yang were in discussion.
"Zong Ze, you useless piece of trash, you can't even control a subordinate. You're truly pathetic!"
Zong Ze said aggrievedly, "Teacher, what could I do? Lin Feng hasn't committed any crime. How could I manage him?"
"Enough, stop pretending. Pack your things immediately and come with me to Kyoto!" Zong Ze was stunned. "Didn't you say three days from now?"
Shi Wuzun slapped him on the head, saying with frustration, "Go early to make connections and lobby for votes, understand?" "You're like a pig! Do you think you're the only one vying for the position of Commander?" Zong Ze dared not speak further and hurriedly packed some documents in the office.
This time, it was Su Yang's turn to be confused. "Wait, you pushed me into this position, and now you're both leaving, leaving a mess for me to clean up?"
Zong Ze chuckled and cursed, "What mess? Isn't it just running around and handling matters? Look how scared you are!"