When the information was restored, the content was indeed as Jia Hainan had said, but He Xin could not find any information about the sender. The number started with 106, seeming to be from a service station. Such numbers were definitely not personal; they were likely sent randomly by computers, much like some scam messages and calls in the past. They would send these messages to various numbers randomly to lure people in.
He Xin explained it to us, and I said, "Scam messages? This guy is quite clever, using this guise to send out such harmful information. What kind of person do you think he is?"
"You mean he's related to the organization?"
"I'm not sure, but someone capable of causing this level of harm is probably not an ordinary person."
"Ultimately, it all leads back to the organization. But I also think this matter is related to the organization."
As we were discussing, we heard familiar footsteps from behind. I knew it was Liu Yuning before I turned around.
Since the real culprit had been caught, Liu Yuning was naturally to be released. Seeing her return, the members of the Punishment Squad excitedly stood up and gave her a warm round of applause. However, Liu Yuning ignored them and came directly to me, hugging me tightly as if she never wanted to let go.
In fact, I had already prepared for this; I was going to give her a surprise today.
A great surprise!
As we embraced, everyone around us slowly and in coordination began to surround us. Liu Yuning had no idea what I was planning to do.
As ribbons flew and confetti scattered, I suddenly took a step back. Liu Yuning didn't manage to hold onto me. The next second, I suddenly knelt on the ground, a small red box appearing in my hand at some point!
I held up my hand in front of Liu Yuning, "Marry me, Yuning!"
She had never imagined that I would propose to her at a time like this.
She was so moved that she was speechless, her eyes filled with tears. Her body began to tremble, her lips moved slightly, as if she wanted to speak but couldn't.
However, judging by her expression, I knew she had accepted. She just didn't know how to express it at the moment. In the end, not knowing what else to do, she simply nodded slightly in front of everyone. At this moment, even without her speaking, the people from the provincial department started to join in the celebration with us, clapping enthusiastically.
Instantly, the sound of vigorous applause filled the entire provincial department office. To my surprise, Director Zhang himself had also come to congratulate us. He acted like the officiant at a wedding ceremony, addressing us: "It seems our department has another couple. Everyone, come and congratulate them. Today is a special day, so don't be reserved. Have a drink if you wish. Let's celebrate here."
This was a very special treatment. Normally, no matter how great the police's contributions were, it would be rare to have the entire provincial department made available for such an occasion. Therefore, Director Zhang's actions towards me were a sign of great respect.
"Kiss her! Kiss her!" Gao Mingqiang suddenly shouted.
This guy always liked to create a lively atmosphere; he was always our source of joy.
He Xin was also excitedly watching us. For some reason, she covered her mouth, as if overcome with emotion, and couldn't help but cry, "You're finally together!"
During this time, I could also hear some female officers whispering and other police officers offering their blessings. Even Uncle Xiao Yuande, who was usually the most silent, said, "Congratulations to the newlyweds of our provincial department. May you be united in heart and grow old together!"
Xia Hou and the others watched us quietly, their expressions seeming a bit complex, as if they were lost in thought.
Encouraged by everyone, Liu Yuning and I slowly leaned closer. Overwhelmed with emotion, we no longer cared about who was watching. With a warm, moist sensation, our tongues intertwined, and as our tongues touched, an electric sensation coursed through us.
With the case smoothly concluded, our spirits were suddenly at ease. Everyone had cast all work concerns aside. Even though the provincial department was a bit chaotic at the moment, Director Zhang didn't say anything. After the proposal ceremony, he organized for us to have dinner at the nearby Four Seasons Hotel, not only to celebrate our news but also, of course, to mark the conclusion of this case.
Upon arriving at the hotel, everyone began to order dishes, but ultimately, it was Director Zhang who decided what we would eat that evening. When the food was served, I suddenly noticed a familiar figure sitting at a table not far away. The person was staring at me with a peculiar gaze. I also had some impression of her, but I just couldn't recall who this woman was.
She was wearing a graduation gown that evening, as if she had just graduated from university and come to join our celebration banquet. She had short, purplish-blue hair, a pair of earrings dangling from her earlobes, a slightly high nose bridge, a pointed chin, and a rosy mouth. Her eyes were as clear as a pool of water. Gao Mingqiang, unaware at the time, looked at her intently and jokingly said to a nearby police officer, "Whose fresh graduate did they bring along? That young lady seems to be one of our colleagues."
Gao Mingqiang's voice was quite loud, but no one answered him. Only a few police officers gave him knowing glances, but Gao Mingqiang, as if not understanding, continued, "Perhaps we'll have a new colleague soon. Director Zhang, do you know whose child this is?"
The crowd still ignored him, but the person finally couldn't help but stand up and approach me. That's right, she was walking towards me!
"Brother He Sheng, long time no see!"
"Do we know each other?" I was quite surprised at the time, but hazy memories slowly began to surface.
"I'm Zhang Keying. Don't you remember me at all?"
"Zhang... Keying?" Hearing the name, I immediately reacted.
This Zhang Keying was none other than Director Zhang's daughter. When she greeted me, Gao Mingqiang and a few other officers who didn't know her looked at her with surprise. Zhang Keying then said, "I thought I had mistaken you for someone else. I didn't expect it to be you. You should still remember that I entered the Forensic Science program a few years ago, right? I've finally graduated this year and will be starting work at the provincial department soon. Are you happy? I know you'll be happy for me, don't I know it?"
"So that's how it is. It's a good thing you're interested in this field. I wonder about Director Zhang's side..."