Police officer Chen Shu

Chapter 599 Director Ma
Zhao Feifei walked a few steps to the old man and stood opposite him. She bent down slightly and said in a low voice, "Director Ma, I just received a tip that a large KTV may be involved in adult entertainment."

Although Zhao Feifei, who is a section chief, and Ma Ju, who is a deputy section chief, are only one step apart in terms of rank, their positions are worlds apart.

Furthermore, Zhao Feifei's promotion was achieved by Director Ma through his connections within the police force over the past thirty years, which he had secured from higher authorities. In particular, the person being promoted was a woman who had always been in a vulnerable position within the police system, making the difficulties involved truly indescribable.

Therefore, in addition to the respect due to a superior, Zhao Feifei was also filled with gratitude and always thought about how to repay the kindness of his help.

Director Ma chuckled and said kindly, "As long as you don't touch those two establishments, you can decide on the other KTVs yourself. You don't need to come to me for everything. You're a captain now, and all the police officers under you are shrewd and capable. If they all keep coming to me every day like before, how can you maintain your authority?"

"Okay, I'll listen to you. By the way, the KTV I'm talking about isn't those two, it's a newly opened KTV called A_PARTY. It advertises itself as a chain, but in reality, it offers paid companionship services. The 'madams' who are there are all bringing their own girls to provide services, and according to previous investigations, they have no connection with the establishment."

As the head of the district's public security brigade, Zhao Feifei, although no longer on the front lines of law enforcement, still had a wide range of sources of information. After all, having worked in the public security system for over ten years, she had inevitably built up some connections or informants.

At this time, he was promoted to captain. In addition to the police officers in the unit actively seeking professional support from their superiors, he also received flattery from various people in society. So, the information he heard was naturally very well-informed.

"A_PARTY? It has nothing to do with the store," Director Ma repeated, his tone tinged with doubt.

Zhao Feifei patiently explained, "Nowadays, to avoid being punished by us, KTVs usually have their 'mama's' bring the girls in themselves. They don't care about these girls at all."

"Is Mommy an employee of their company?"

"It's hard to define right now. From what we know, these 'mama's' don't receive wages or commissions from the KTV; they simply bring the girls to accompany customers for drinks. Their income mainly comes from the tips from the customers."

"Um"

"The KTV brought in these young ladies to increase their private room spending and beverage revenue. Generally speaking, they don't take a cut from the young ladies' drinking fees, so our team hasn't done that yet."

"Meat or vegetarian?"

"The food here is still vegetarian."

“Right now, the bureau is focused on cracking down on illegal activities, so there’s no need for you to do some anti-illegal activities.” Director Ma thought for a long time but couldn’t figure it out. However, since Zhao Feifei made the suggestion so earnestly, she must have her reasons.

Zhao Feifei understood what she meant, smiled, and said firmly, "Director Ma, this is a big fish delivered to our door. It would be a shame not to catch it."

"Oh?"

Director Ma knew that Zhao Feifei wasn't as reckless as the nickname "Sister Man" circulated in the bureau. "Reckless" was just a protective shield she wore to make things easier for herself; in reality, she was meticulous and thought three steps ahead before acting.

This is also the main reason why he regarded him as a confidant.

However, this tactic was only useful when he was hiding his true abilities. Now that he's secured the position of head of the public security brigade under his protection, he needs to be more discreet. Regardless of whether Zhao Feifei's background is related to Deputy Director Ma, after all, a public security bureau has quite a few deputy directors.

Being in charge of public security is no easy task. Even a junior police officer in the public security brigade has more influence than a deputy director of a regular police station, not to mention the middle-level cadres who have been in the brigade for over a decade.

Moreover, Zhao Feifei, a woman, managed to suppress this group of powerful figures. For over a year, the public security brigade has remained peaceful and quiet, just as it was before. Anyone with eyes can see that Zhao Feifei has secured her position as the top leader of the public security bureau with her skill and ability. Anyone in the bureau who still treats her like a "tyrant" is just waiting to be in trouble.

What is public security?

Everyone knows about criminal investigation. After decades of TV dramas, everyone knows that this unit is a purely violent institution and an important department that demonstrates the deterrent and punitive power of the public security.

As a result, most people overlook the importance of maintaining public order. In fact, within the entire public security system, the importance of maintaining public order is no less than that of criminal investigation; in fact, some pragmatic leaders even believe that maintaining public order is more important than criminal investigation.

The public security department is a mixed bag, with investigative functions similar to criminal investigation. It generally handles high-profile cases of prostitution and gambling within its jurisdiction, and there are many such cases; if the leadership wants to, they can always find leads.

In addition to handling criminal cases, we also handle various types of related business in special industries, such as administrative management, administrative approval, and administrative penalties, including hotels, internet cafes, saunas and KTVs, dangerous goods, fireworks and firecrackers, household registration management, security companies, etc.

These are the foundations for maintaining the important position of public security within the public security system.

Director Ma immediately became interested, pointed to the sofa on the side and gestured for her to sit down. After Zhao Feifei was settled, he asked, "What kind of big fish is this? Tell me in detail."

Zhao Feifei then recounted how Chen Shu had proactively called her to ask her to jointly organize a campaign against A_PARTY.

Director Ma frowned and thought for a while, but his first question was completely unrelated: "Was this Director Zhang's idea?"

The "Director Zhang" that Director Ma mentioned was naturally Zhang Xuming, the executive deputy director of the Zhengming District Branch. Few, if any, proposals regarding Chen Shu's case were submitted within the leadership team, but Zhang Xuming's shadow was subtly present behind several of Chen Shu's key promotions and punishments.

Why should a special police officer lead a crackdown on entertainment venues?

This is not something that brings great benefits. On the contrary, this kind of crackdown that goes against common sense, especially targeting large, popular entertainment venues with complex relationships, is more likely to attract the attention of the branch bureau and even the municipal bureau.

If it weren't for someone backing him up and offering guidance, Director Ma would never have believed it.

Zhao Feifei shook her head vigorously: "With Chen Shu's single-minded mind, it's impossible! Director Ma, think back to that high-speed train accident a year ago, he still dared to lead a team to force high-ranking officials in the province to stop the project. Based on that personality, he's definitely not someone with any ideas."

Director Ma nodded slightly, stubbed out his cigarette in the ashtray, and said cautiously, "Whether it's Director Zhang's idea or not, we don't need to do anything. We can just sit aside and watch them put on a show."

Zhao Feifei slowly explained, "Director Ma, the Sunshine Hotel is behind this A_PARTY."

"Sunshine Hotel." Director Ma pondered these four words. He had a fairly good understanding of the only two five-star hotels in Dongzhou City. "Feifei, you wouldn't be thinking of taking over this hotel, would you? Not to mention the small group of people in the city, even those in the province..."

As he spoke, Director Ma pointed his index finger toward the ceiling with a serious expression, but his gaze was fixed on the half-open pack of cigarettes on the coffee table, as if he wanted to smoke but didn't really want to.

Zhao Feifei scoffed, her tone a mix of mockery and disdain: "Have you forgotten who's behind the Sunshine Hotel?"

Director Ma suddenly looked up, his eyes fixed intently on Zhao Feifei.

(End of this chapter)