Chapter 365: True Chaos Wherever You Go

Chapter 365: True Chaos Wherever You Go

“Remember, when Sister Bai isn’t around, no one should go out alone,” someone cautioned.

“If you’re hungry, have the maternity nurse fix you a meal; if thirsty, drink plenty of juice and eat fruit.”

“Call or text if you miss me—I’m always here.”

“If the baby isn’t acting right, let me know immediately and I’ll come back at once…”

“Let me think… Oh yes, when you head out, try to wear slippers—the soft kind. They’ll ease the pressure on your legs and help prevent swelling…”

“……”

At the doorstep, Xiao Yu had completely transformed into a doting old father as he listened to Mu Qingwu, who chattered on like a little woman offering endless reminders.

Bai Ting and the new maternity nurse looked on with envy at the young couple before them.

They all knew that marrying a man like him made life entirely worth it.

Having such a husband was a true blessing.

After all, a woman would never fear the trials of childbirth.

She’d happily bear as many children as he desired…

“Got it.”

Mu Qingwu’s eyes flowed like water, her gaze soft and unending.

“Mm.”

Xiao Yu glanced at Bai Ting and the nurse with a warm smile, “Thank you, ladies.”

Both Bai Ting and the nurse nodded in response.

Squatting down to listen to his sister’s baby bump, Xiao Yu murmured, “Be good, don’t trouble Mom, and wait for Dad to come home.”

“Haha!” The three women burst into laughter.

“Stay safe and come home early.”

Mu Qingwu gave her brother’s hand a gentle squeeze.

“Mm.”

Nodding, Xiao Yu bent down and kissed his sister, “Let’s go!”

“……”

Criminal Investigation Team.

“Hey, isn’t that our Captain Xiao?”

Zhao Changshan grinned as he watched Xiao Yu enter the office, “What, finished your side gigs already?”

“Captain, no need to aim—one of our own here.”

With a playful smirk, Xiao Yu tossed a couple of Special Edition Cigarettes to the boss. “I came back to pay my respects.”

“Not bad, kid—you’ve still got a conscience.”

Zhao Changshan beamed as he admired the special cigarettes in his hand.

These days, the entire Criminal Investigation Team

was busy puffing on Special Edition Cigarettes, with Zhao and his partner Lao Zhou in tow.

Even the top brass at the City Bureau didn’t get perks like these.

Now, the Criminal Investigation Team had become a unique entity within Bincheng’s police system.

In the past, county-level detective units rarely got major cases.

Unless a significant incident occurred in their area, they wouldn’t even get involved.

And if it was big enough, the Sub-Team or the City Bureau would take over.

But now… everything was completely turned around.

The City Bureau wouldn’t even transfer small cases over.

Back when Xiao Yu was around, every case sent their way was a big one.

One team could operate anywhere within Bincheng.

They could tackle cases from any district without limits.

Can you believe it?

In the old days, Zhao Changshan wouldn’t have dared to dream of this.

It was like a damn fantasy!

“Recently, a few deputy directors stopped by to talk with Lao Zhou and me,” Zhao Changshan said slowly.

“What did they say?” Xiao Yu asked with a smile.

“They wanted to send some people over for training,” Zhao replied.

With a wry smile, he added, “I blocked them—it might have upset a few people.”

“Hehe.”

Xiao Yu snorted, “Looking to boost your resume?”

“Mm,” Zhao Changshan nodded, smiling.

Such is life!

What has the Criminal Investigation Team become these days?

Not to be too harsh,

even a stray dog could claim some glory.

Ever since Xiao Yu arrived,

everyone in the team—even the civilian staff—has been pocketing collective credits.

Third-class, second-class, and even once a collective first-class honor!

So many accolades—it speaks for itself.

Take Guo Qiang, Li Xin, and Liu Hongqiao for example…

They’ve been promoted, credit by credit, to bona fide deputy director clerks.

All at the deputy team leader level—impressive, isn’t it?

But that’s just how quirky the system is—credits keep piling up.

Even if you’re a small cog in the wheel, you can still enjoy the perks.

As long as your brain’s in working order, who wouldn’t want to stick around?

That’s why Guo Qiang and the others remain rookie detectives.

They’re still just rookie detectives with a deputy director clerk’s title!

On the flip side, who wouldn’t jump at the chance to join such a unit?

It’s more than just a resume booster.

With Xiao Yu around, the Criminal Investigation Team’s ability to crack cases remained unmatched.

Spend even a couple of years here and you’ll see what I mean!

“Want to blow their minds?”

Xiao Yu grinned, “No need to coddle them.”

“But…” Zhao Changshan began to protest.

Pulling out an ID booklet, Xiao Yu handed it to Zhao Changshan.

“Huh?”

When Zhao saw the Investigation Permit, he was momentarily stunned.

After opening it…

“Gah!”

Zhao Changshan drew in a sharp breath.

Deputy Division Chief, Third-Class Police Superintendent?

National Security Team 10… Group Leader!

Zhao stared blankly at Xiao Yu, his first thought racing through his mind:

How long have you been gone, little brother? Ten days? Half a month?

Why does it feel like a century since we last met?

Deputy Division… my goodness.

And shockingly, the Group Leader of National Security?

Do you know what that title means?

I can’t believe one of my own is now the Group Leader for National Security!

Honestly, Zhao Changshan’s scalp was buzzing with nerves!

“Boss, let’s keep this between us,” he said.

Xiao Yu laughed, “Don’t worry about those guys. Our Criminal Investigation Team is special. Even the bigwigs at the City Bureau wouldn’t dare speak this way. As for those deputy directors—well, they’re just that way!”

He hadn’t planned on showing off, but some people really do look pathetic.

………………

In Xiao Yu’s previous era,

these folks were nothing but spoiled brats, lacking real-world grit.

Trying to mooch off the Criminal Investigation Team?

You might as well try to blow their minds!

“When are we leaving?”

Closing the ID booklet, Zhao Changshan handed it back to his junior with a sigh.

“Wait until you and the boss retire.”

Xiao Yu mused, “By then, the kids will be grown.”

Once both ‘parents’ retire,

the ‘kids’ will have to go their separate ways.

There’s no eternal banquet in this world.

A sage once said that trains only move forward.

Every station offers a distinct view of life.

Isn’t that right?

At least I get to work with the boss and my colleagues for a few more years…

Back in the office.

Sitting in his familiar chair, Xiao Yu lit a cigarette.

Ah, pure bliss—there’s no place like home turf.

Those National Security folks—each one’s a character of their own.

They’re all cunning, and playing with those group leaders is exhausting.

But the Criminal Investigation Team is different—relaxed and enjoyable.

Key point: Once work is done, it’s straight home to be with my sister.

In a word, it’s awesome!

Booting up his computer, Xiao Yu began reviewing old and unsolved case files.

Soon, he settled into a pleasant period of leisure.

But before he could enjoy even ten minutes of free time,

Boom! The office door was suddenly pushed open.

Barely had they met when Zhao Changshan shouted as he pushed the door open, “Let’s go, something’s happened!”

Damn it… Xiao Yu was completely bewildered.

No way—could it really be as Dog King said: chaos follows wherever you go?

Even chaos seems to trail behind.