Huadi suddenly stretched out his hand and knocked He Shangsheng on the head lightly, muttering: "You are so smart! Is there any better way for Li Wenbin to do this? Can he send you to Hong Kong University?" He Shangsheng was stunned for a moment, then touched the place where he had just been hit, and said a little aggrievedly: "Oh, you really hit me on the head! But then again, if I can really go to Hong Kong University, that would be nice." As he said that, he scratched his hair with his hand, as if he had some longing for that unrealized idea.

Hearing this, Hua Di couldn't help but laugh. He reached out and gently patted He Shangsheng on the shoulder, jokingly saying, "Hey, you're dreaming! Come on, stop dwelling on those trivial things and make your bed." With that, Hua Di turned and walked over to Li Hongxing, apparently ready to discuss something important. After all, the top leadership's plans this time seemed even more complex and diverse than before.

Approaching Li Hongxing, Huadi asked directly, "Hongxing, how many of you are here this time?" Li Hongxing quickly and respectfully replied, "Brother Hua" (since even Inspector He Shangsheng addressed Huadi as "Brother Hua," he followed suit), there are three of us participating in the trainee inspector training, and eighteen in the police officer course." Huadi nodded slightly, understanding the situation, and then pressed on, "That's quite a number. So, what criteria do you use to determine the qualifications for trainee inspectors?"

"I don't know the details, because the qualifications have been changing. At first, it was said that anyone with a bachelor's degree could apply to be a trainee inspector. Later, it was changed to only those with work experience. After that, it was changed again. The three people who were finally selected were not graduates of the police academy." Li Hongxing said.

"So, which school did you graduate from?" Hua Di asked with a smile. The man tilted his head slightly, a hint of subtle pride on his face, and then announced, "I graduated from Shuimu!" ​​His voice boomed, as if the name of the university itself was his most dazzling aura.

Upon hearing this, Hua Di's eyes flashed with surprise, and then he exclaimed, "Wow, you're amazing! To be able to graduate from a top institution like Shuimu, you must be extremely talented and outstanding! And who are the other two trainee inspectors?"

Li Hongxing restrained his smugness for a moment, then answered truthfully: "One of them is a top student who graduated from Shuimu University, just like me; as for the other one, he is an elite from Yanda University." After saying that, the corners of his mouth rose unconsciously again.

After listening to Li Hongxing's introduction, Huadi pondered: "It seems the higher-ups are experimenting with police recruitment reform in Hong Kong." After all, in Hong Kong these days, many police officers are rushed into their jobs after only a relatively short training period at the local police academy. Fortunately, they haven't made any major mistakes. After all, new officers often start with basic tasks, gradually gaining experience and improving their abilities.

However, unlike Hong Kong, the composition of the mainland police force is currently somewhat complex. The well-established recruitment system of later generations has yet to be established. Most police officers are either retired military personnel or university graduates from specialized police academies. Furthermore, the numerous auxiliary police officers come from a wide range of backgrounds, representing a diverse and complex mix. After all, not all positions in the police profession require exceptionally strong professional skills. On the contrary, certain roles may favor graduates from other types of universities, making them more qualified for the relevant tasks. For example, informatization and publicity, for example, criminal police officers require extensive professional training, and the same applies to forensic medicine.

If this were true, then Wah Di would have a clear understanding of what he would need to focus on when he joined the police force. Although he was familiar with the police system of later generations, he had never personally worked in the police field. The privilege of joining the Hong Kong police force would undoubtedly give him the opportunity to introduce Hong Kong's advanced and comprehensive police system to the mainland, allowing it to take root and flourish there.

Time flew by, and just as Huadi and Li Hongxing were enjoying a lively conversation, the remaining thirteen members of the dormitory had already arrived. As trainee inspectors, each of these thirteen possessed highly educated backgrounds, two of whom held PhDs from the United States, a distinction that amazed and captivated everyone present. While the police profession was still considered respectable and prestigious, its popularity in Hong Kong at the time was far from scrambling for a position. In Hong Kong society at the time, those with overseas experience were often highly regarded, especially with two genuine PhDs in attendance. Naturally, Huadi paid them even more attention.

At ten o'clock, the sixteen-member group marched to the auditorium to receive their uniforms. Trainee inspectors and trainee police officers joined them in collecting their uniforms. Wah Di scanned the crowd, and suddenly, familiar faces caught his eye. The gathering of these people, whom he had seen on screen before, brought a sense of familiarity. That was the golden age of Hong Kong cinema, and these images left a deep impression on the public.

Wah Di thought to himself, "Looks like these thirty-six weeks of training are going to be really interesting!" Just as he was lost in anticipation for the future, the uniform distribution was successfully completed. Then, lunchtime quietly arrived. Everyone flocked to the cafeteria to see what the legendary Police Academy canteen would prepare.

At that moment, Li Hongxing enthusiastically led a man and a woman toward the table where Huadi and He Shangsheng were seated. As they approached, Li Hongxing eagerly introduced them: "Brother Hua, Brother Sheng, this is Li Shufen, and this is Wei Dayong. They're both from mainland China, just like me!" Upon hearing these introductions, Huadi and He Shangsheng smiled and nodded to their new acquaintances, offering friendly greetings.

Afterward, the five of them sat together for a pleasant lunch. During the meal, Li Hongxing, Li Shufen, and Wei Dayong were curious and peppered Huadi with questions about life in Hong Kong. Huadi patiently and meticulously answered questions ranging from local customs and habits to popular attractions and everyday shopping options. Furthermore, He Shangsheng, a serving Inspector, was naturally not spared from being asked many questions related to police work. Drawing on his years of experience and expertise, He Shangsheng provided detailed and practical responses.

In the relaxed and joyful atmosphere, time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, lunch was over. After saying goodbye, everyone returned to their dormitories for a short rest. The entire afternoon was relatively free for them, as the staff had not clearly stated their specific tasks during registration. Therefore, the vast majority of people either chose to stay in the dorms to relax and recuperate, or took the initiative to get to know their fellow trainees. However, a small number of people still wanted to leave the campus to do something, but when they excitedly reached the door, they were ruthlessly stopped—the security guard sternly warned them not to enter or leave as they pleased.

Time slipped by quietly, and in the blink of an eye, it was already two o'clock in the afternoon. Suddenly, an unusually sharp and piercing whistle rang out outside the dormitory, shattering the quiet atmosphere of the afternoon. Many people were caught off guard, their minds utterly lost, completely confused as to what the sudden whistle meant. But amidst this bewilderment, a few reacted quickly, like He Shangsheng from Huadi's dormitory. He was a veteran of similar situations, so he was no stranger to them. Without hesitation, he turned and began to don the special uniform he had just been given that morning.

Just as He Shangsheng was sorting his clothes and trying to remind Huadi, he caught a glimpse of Huadi already taking action, and his movements were exactly the same! He Shangsheng couldn't help but admire him inwardly: "Brother Hua is really smart! Although I've never participated in an activity like police training before, I'm really impressed that he can react so accurately to just hearing a whistle!" Before He Shangsheng even finished getting dressed, he was surprised to find that Huadi not only dressed himself, but also packed in an orderly manner while reminding his roommate Li Hongxing to hurry up.

The smooth, flowing movements of Huadi, He Shangsheng, and Li Hongxing instantly captured the attention of the other residents. Everyone was quick-witted, and after a moment's reflection, they suddenly grasped the situation. They followed suit, quickly donning their clothes and hurried downstairs, following Huadi and the others. For a moment, the entire dormitory was abuzz with the clatter of footsteps and shouts.

To He Shangsheng and Huadi's great surprise, as they hurried downstairs, they discovered they weren't the first to arrive. Three tall figures in instructor uniforms were already standing there. Before these awe-inspiring instructors stood shoulder to shoulder with two trainees, one male and one female. Upon first seeing this scene, He Shangsheng couldn't help but sigh, "It seems the overall quality of this class is quite high!"

After descending the stairs, everyone quickly lined up in their designated positions. Surprisingly, the instructors simply stood by silently, not uttering a single word. As time passed, more and more people descended and joined the ranks. The sharp-eyed Hua Di quickly noticed that some of the assembled students were wearing ordinary, everyday clothing. However, the instructors remained silent, seemingly unfazed by the situation.

"Three minutes...", "Five minutes...", "Ten minutes...", "Fifteen minutes...", "Twenty minutes...", "Thirty minutes..." Each time a new timer arrived, one instructor would clearly and loudly announce the current time. Meanwhile, another instructor, pen and paper in hand, meticulously wrote down the corresponding time. This pattern continued, and at each specific time, the piercing whistle would once again pierce the air, echoing throughout the training grounds.

Ten long minutes passed like this, and suddenly, a burst of hurried footsteps approached from afar. Then, a dozen or so students rushed down the stairs in panic, as if afraid of being even a second late. Behind them followed several instructors.

Thirty minutes passed, and incredibly, more than a dozen students still hadn't gathered! The leading instructor, his face flushed with rage, his eyes wide open, and he roared at the top of his lungs, "Thirty minutes! A full thirty minutes! This class of students is simply the worst I've ever taught! Didn't anyone tell you to assemble immediately upon hearing the whistle? Or are you all completely deaf?"

Faced with the instructor's fury, the trainees below fell silent, no one daring to utter a word. They could only silently endure the instructor's scolding and wrath. Perhaps exhausted by the prolonged rant, the instructor finally paused, took a breath, and shouted, "Everyone! Those who have assembled within five minutes, step out!"

As the instructor finished speaking, the previously quiet group erupted in a commotion. The students glanced around, checking each other's arrival times. Within a minute, forty students quickly emerged from the crowd and stood neatly to the side. However, just as the students had found their footing, several instructors suddenly rushed over like a whirlwind. With sharp eyes and swift movements, they quickly snatched out two of the students.

Seeing this, everyone immediately understood—these two guys were clearly trying to take advantage of the situation and fill in the gaps. The two students who were singled out turned pale, embarrassed and terrified. The instructor mercilessly threw them into a circle not far away. Then, the instructor called out several other students who had completed their assembly at the designated time and instructed them to stand in different lines.

After this rectification, no student dared to take chances or fill in the gaps. The whole scene became serious and orderly, and everyone was fully alert, waiting for the next training instructions.

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