Chapter 1621: Chapter 948: All Good Things Must Come to an End
Yang Xiao had already forgotten what happened next; in short, he watched the convoy leave and did not come back to his senses until the taillights of the last car disappeared.
To say the least, cold sweat had soaked his back. He hadn’t expected Chief Wu’s intelligence abilities to be so outstanding, having already seen through his identity.
However, since the other party hadn’t chosen to expose him in public, it left room for maneuver. It was a reminder for him to behave and not be too clever by half.
"This Overlord Spear Wu Qingcang is indeed extraordinary. Working under him in the future will require caution." This matter was also a lesson for Yang Xiao.
But after calming down, Yang Xiao sighed inwardly. Chief Wu thought he could see through him, but he was far from the truth. If he knew his real secret, he might be scared to death.
Oh, he might not even know what an Innate Treasure is.
The Sun and Moon Divine Sect’s Dongfang Bai and Ming Emperor Ye Xiao are both weaklings. He was personally recruited by the Black Buddha Mother as the Great Saint Bodhisattva, the lifesaver of Yin Temple Secret Sect Cannibal Buddha’s only daughter, recognized as an Outer Elder of the Yi Sect, the protégé nephew of Second Demon Taoist, a murderer who ran rampant in the world of martial arts six decades ago, and half an apprentice of Dean Sheng of Yiling Academy...
Of course, none of these compare to his other identity; he is also the owner of one of the Innate Nine Treasures, the Hundred Demons Coffin Clothes, and the most loyal lackey of the Pavilion Master of Heavenly Water Pavilion, good sister.
Chief Wu might think he understands Yang Xiao, but Yang Xiao’s background is far deeper than he imagined.
Just the day after Chief Wu and his men left, Yang Xiao received a commendation order, along with a transfer order.
It was personally signed by Director Hong of the Provincial Office, requiring Yang Xiao to quickly wrap up his current work and make preparations to report to Qinglan City, the location of Jiangbei Province Office.
"Congratulations, Director Yang." In the conference room, Nalan Shuo, formally dressed, smiled as he handed over the commendation order and the transfer order to Yang Xiao.
As Yang Xiao took the transfer order and Nalan Shuo began to applaud, the conference room erupted into applause, with congratulations echoing one after another.
"Director Nalan, colleagues, thank you all for your care and support over the years. Your camaraderie is gratefully remembered by Yang Xiao."
"Though the transfer order is light, its significance is profound; it not only reflects the recognition from the provincial office leadership but also the responsibility entrusted by the people. Yang Xiao feels the heavy burden on his shoulders, fearful yet respectful, daring not to slack off, aiming to continue striving, hoping to achieve new merits to repay the provincial office leadership’s empowerment and Director Nalan’s kindness."
"I hope everyone under Director Nalan’s wise leadership will strive forward, overcoming difficulties, eradicating evildoers, exterminating evil cultivators, to enhance the prestige of Lin’an Patrol Office and shield the people of Rongcheng."
Yang Xiao’s gaze was determined, his demeanor serious, and the conference room again erupted in applause. The leadership team of Lin’an Patrol Office, led by Nalan Shuo, stepped forward one by one to shake hands and congratulate Yang Xiao.
Yang Xiao maintained a 45-degree angle sideways to make it easier for Da Xiong Ximen Xiu and others in the back of the conference room to take photos.
Yang Xiao had rehearsed at the conference room an hour earlier for this angle; it looked good in photos, gave him height, and better highlighted his superior facial contours and jawline.
After dealing with some work affairs in the afternoon, Yang Xiao changed into casual clothes in the evening; he was going to attend a banquet.
The gathering was organized by his good brother Fu Qingzhu. There weren’t many people, only five including Yang Xiao, all prominent figures in Rongcheng, and members of the leadership team of the Three-party Action Bureau.
Yang Xiao, Fu Qingzhu, Qu Muzhi, Chi Dan, and Xi Murou.
Yang Xiao naturally understood his good brother’s intentions; firstly to see him off, and secondly, to take this opportunity to inform the others and their backing forces through himself, the first Action Bureau Specialist, that the next Action Bureau Specialist would be Fu Qingzhu.
Yang Xiao, well-versed in the ways of officialdom, knew that major decisions or personnel appointments were privately decided; the so-called voting process was purely a formality.
"Brother Yang Xiao, you’ll come back to see me, right?" Chi Dan, having drunk a lot, looked at Yang Xiao reluctantly. If it weren’t for Qu Muzhi in between, she would probably have reached out to him.
"Yes, I will miss all of you." Yang Xiao maintained his business-like demeanor, leaving no room for criticism from anyone.
"Brother Yang Xiao, I..."
Just as Chi Dan was about to make further moves on Yang Xiao, Qu Muzhi intervened; he gently pushed away Chi Dan’s extended hand without looking at her, continuing to pick up food, as she was hindering his meal.
"Are you crazy? Will you die if you eat one less bite?" Chi Dan could do nothing about Qu Muzhi. "Today is Brother Yang Xiao’s good day, the atmosphere is so great, don’t force me to deal with you!"
Qu Muzhi stuffed a dumpling into his mouth, speaking indistinctly, "You aren’t my match, maybe your hidden bodyguard can handle it."
Upon hearing this, Chi Dan’s expression slightly changed, giving him a glaring look but ultimately swallowing her rage.
This evening banquet was much quieter for Yang Xiao because Xi Murou no longer harassed him. The woman was very realistic; after confirming the change of the Action Bureau Specialist, she promptly shifted her focus to Fu Qingzhu, launching an aggressive strategy.
And Fu Qingzhu was in an excellent mood tonight, openly welcoming Xi Murou’s advances. Yang Xiao suspected that if not for the presence of himself, Qu Muzhi, and Chi Dan, the two might have acted out some indecent acts.
However, Yang Xiao understood Fu Qingzhu’s considerations. He was different; he didn’t have as many backings. To truly secure his position, the attitude of Rongcheng’s local forces was vital, and Xi Murou was a perfect offering.
