Officialdom: The beautiful leader took me to the top

A hint of joy appeared on Zhang Biao's face, and the fear on his face gradually faded away.

Instead, he looked like he had just realized something.

But a moment later, he rubbed his cold hands together, his voice trembling, "Officer Li, I understand what you mean."

"But now that I've been dismissed from my post by Pang Shibiao, even if Dong Shou'an keeps me, he might not give me any real power again..."

Li Dong turned his head, his deep eyes revealing no emotion whatsoever. "Pang Shibiao dismissed you from your post to show me, to do me a favor."

"He also wanted to take advantage of this opportunity to plant one of his own people in the security department."

"But there is one person who definitely does not want Pang Shibiao to continue to grow his power."

Zhang Biao froze, thinking hard for a while, and finally a look of disbelief appeared in his eyes, "Officer Li, you mean, Chairman Zhao?"

Li Dong nodded, giving him a look that said, "You're quite smart." "That's right, it's Chairman Zhao!"

“Chairman Zhao has just arrived at the mine, unlike Pang Shibiao who has a more established foundation.”

"If Pang Shibiao were to completely take control of the security department, it would be even more difficult for him to extend his reach!"

"How about Pang Shibiao removes you from your post?"

"If Chairman Zhao is willing to plead for you, would Dong Shou'an dare to refuse?"

Zhang Biao's smile was bitter. "Officer Li, I understand what you mean."

"But how could a boss of Chairman Zhao's caliber possibly plead for me..."

Li Dong laughed. "That's right, he won't plead for you."

"But I can plead for you!"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Biao was suddenly stunned. Recalling Li Dong's words just now, he seemed to suddenly realize something.

Could it be that Li Dong has already secretly sided with Zhao Hongbo and gained Zhao Hongbo's support?

Li Dong interrupted his thoughts, "Don't try to guess my stance. You just need to know that I will create an opportunity for you to meet Chairman Zhao."

"As for what to say when you meet Chairman Zhao, you know what to say, right?"

Zhang Biao understood that Li Dong wanted him to use the information he knew as a pledge of loyalty to Zhao Hongbo in exchange for Zhao Hongbo's support.

This surprised Zhang Biao somewhat.

He originally thought Li Dong wanted to keep these incriminating facts to himself, but unexpectedly, he handed them over to outsiders.

Zhang Biao's Adam's apple bobbed, and the coolness at his fingertips seemed to dissipate somewhat, replaced by a strange surge of restlessness.

He looked up at Li Dong and felt that Li Dong's expressionless demeanor had become even more unfathomable.

It's absurd that he actually wanted to be Dong Shou'an's vanguard and cause trouble for Li Dong. He really didn't know what he was getting himself into!

Despite his young age, Li Dong has managed to keep two big shots, Pang Shibiao and Zhao Hongbo, in the palm of his hand.

How could he possibly survive fighting against someone like that?

Zhang Biao dared not entertain any more wild thoughts, and his tone became even more respectful, "Officer Li, I understand!"

Li Dong raised his hand and dusted off non-existent dust from his cuffs. "I've given you the opportunity."

Whether you can seize it or not depends entirely on yourself.

"I believe that after working in the security department for so many years, you must know the mine's inner workings and Pang Shibiao's underhanded tactics. That's your capital!"

Zhang Biao tentatively said, "Officer Li, but if I tell Chairman Zhao all this, what if Pang Shibiao and Dong Shou'an find out..."

Li Dong sneered, "So, you still have to show your fangs and prove that you still have some use!"

"Go find Dong Shou'an tomorrow. Don't be humble. Just tell him you can't swallow this insult and you're determined to fight me to the death."

"Also, tell him that you've been in the security department for so many years and have a lot of dirt on people."

"As long as he's willing to help you deal with it, you can keep me occupied and prevent me from investigating things at the mine."

"With Dong Shou'an standing in front, and Chairman Zhao supporting him from behind."

"Even Pang Shibiao can't touch you!"

Zhang Biao understood. "Officer Li, your methods are truly brilliant!"

"Openly repairing the plank road while secretly crossing the Chencang pass—no wonder you've been able to solve so many major cases! I'm impressed!"

"But will Dong Shou'an give me that opportunity?"

Li Dong laughed, "Dong Shouan is like a frightened bird right now. Zhao Hongbo may not truly accept him, and Pang Shibiao is determined to kick him out."

"As long as you prove your worth, you will still have a reason to exist for him!"

"But you must remember to put on a good show, but don't ruin my plans."

"Whoever asked you to do something, tell me first."

"If you dare to be two-faced or try to please both sides, you may be standing here today, but I can make you fall flat on your face tomorrow!"

Li Dong's words were like a steel knife held directly to Zhang Biao's neck, making him tremble all over.

It was only at this moment that Zhang Biao finally understood.

Li Dong wasn't showing him a way out at all.

It's clearly a scheme to make him a double agent!

He feigned loyalty to Zhao Hongbo while simultaneously reporting on the situation on Dong Shouan's side.

With just one sacrifice, he completely turned the tide of the game!

But if the matter is exposed in the future, will either Dong Shouan or Zhao Hongbo let him off the hook?

A traitor who serves three masters is unlikely to have a good end!

Seeing Zhang Biao's submissive appearance, Li Dong gave him a little something extra, saying, "Before, you did things for yourself, putting personal gain first."

"Things are different now. I can give you the identity of an informant."

“You’re not working for me, you’re working for the Tianzhou Police Force.”

"Once this matter is resolved, whether I can return to the security department is secondary."

"The important thing is that you now have a clean slate, allowing you to stand openly in the sunlight!"

"And this identity, no one can give you."

"Whether it's Zhao Hongbo, Dong Shouan, or Pang Shibiao, none of them can give you this. Only I, Li Dong, can!"

A cleared identity?

Zhang Biao muttered these words repeatedly, his Adam's apple bobbing violently once more.

The next moment, the fear and hesitation in his eyes gradually disappeared.

Instead, there was a burning desire to see the dawn.

He spent most of his life working in the mines, rising from a thug to the head of the security department.

My hands are stained with blood and have waded through dirty water.

Lying in bed at night, I'm always afraid that one day my misdeeds will be exposed and I'll end up in jail.

Zhao Hongbo offered power, while Pang Shibiao offered benefits.

But all of these are like castles in the air, easily blown down by the wind. Only Li Dong's promise is open and aboveboard, something he has never dared to hope for, and it is also what he wants most!

Zhang Biao suddenly looked up, his previous timidity vanished, replaced by a resolute look in his eyes. He even straightened his back unconsciously. "Officer Li, you are my second parents!"

"I, Zhang Biao, swear before Lord Guan that if I ever dare to betray you, may I be struck by lightning and die a horrible death!"