Once, I wanted to be a good person

While Fang Ze and Qing were talking earlier, those waiting outside kept sneaking glances, and now seeing Fang Ze and Qing enter the office, they exchanged looks and started whispering, "Was that Fang Ze just now?"

"Seems like it."

"Truly a striking figure, not like an ordinary person."

Someone familiar with Fang Ze's situation immediately provided details, "Of course. Aside from his identity, look at his experiences. In half a year, he grew from an ordinary person to the director of the State Judicial Office."

"After taking over the Si Family, within a short time, he cultivated two Mortality-Shedding levels. Not only withstood the Sima Family's pressure, led the cooperation with the Jia Family, but also acquired a subsidiary city with a financial income of 16 billion, allowing the Si Family to firmly stand in Xida State and restore their stature as one of the three great noble families."

"Even if some of it was due to coincidences and the Si Family's previous network, no third-generation or fourth-generation noble could achieve this."

The person next to him nodded in agreement, face full of admiration, "Yeah, yeah. Truly a legend."

While they agreed, they also looked towards the office doorway. Among them, several had thoughtful expressions, as if they realized something...

.....

Meanwhile, inside the office.

When Fang Ze entered Lan Bing's office, Lan Bing was sternly criticizing a tall, thin man.

Seeing Fang Ze, her stern expression softened slightly. After scolding the man a few more times, she waved him off.

Relieved to be let go, the man wiped the sweat off his forehead, quickly saluted, and left. As he passed by Fang Ze, he didn't forget to flash a grateful smile.

Once the man left, Qing also exited the office, closing the door, leaving only Fang Ze and Lan Bing inside.

With only Fang Ze left in the office, Lan Bing's icy face relaxed a bit more, and she gestured, "Sit."

As she spoke, she opened a drawer and took out a document, saying with a blank expression, "I knew you'd come. Already prepared."

Saying this, she flicked her wrist, and the document floated lightly into Fang Ze's hands.

As he received the document, Fang Ze was momentarily taken aback: Huh? The director knows about me wanting Bai Zhi's transfer? How mysterious is that?

With that thought, Fang Ze couldn't help but lower his head and open the document... and there, in striking letters, was the headline: Security Bureau Special Operation Permit.

Fang Ze was shocked and quickly flipped through the document. Inside were actually three Special Operation Permits, and... they were all blank!

For a moment, Fang Ze stood there stunned.

At this time, while reviewing other documents, Lan Bing explained without looking up, "These three Special Operation Permits, combined with your position, allow you to freely mobilize all Security Bureaus, Investigation Bureaus, and other departments near the eight major cities and twenty-six minor cities around Congyun City."

"Moreover, they also give you authority over the Governing Hall and Federal Defense Team in these regions, commanding them to cooperate. So, regardless of what difficulties you encounter when taking over the subsidiary territory or what you wish to do, this should suffice."

She paused, then added, "Of course... be mindful not to overdo it, making things too awkward; otherwise, I'll be under a lot of pressure."

Fang Ze: ...

Looking at Lan Bing's cold yet surprisingly caring face, Fang Ze felt the document in his hands weigh heavily.

He was silent for a while, and although it seemed a bit inappropriate, he said, "Director, actually... I didn't come here for this. Or rather... I never intended for you to help me like this."

Hearing Fang Ze's words, Lan Bing looked up at him. Although her expression remained unchanged, a hint of puzzlement could be seen in her eyes.

Fang Ze continued, "Actually, I'm here today because of Bai Zhi."

Upon hearing his words, Lan Bing: ....

Fang Ze found it hard to describe the situation, but the fact was... although Lan Bing's face remained icy, at that moment, her expression became even colder.

Seeing that Lan Bing seemed upset, Fang Ze coughed and timidly approached, saying, "Bing. Here's what I'm thinking."

"You know Bai Zhi's situation. She prefers action to inaction, she's totally unsuited for desk jobs."

"Having her in the Internal Affairs Office, especially managing the most tedious equipment, would drive her crazy. Plus, she wouldn't be able to excel there."

"So I thought...."

Lan Bing asked expressionlessly, "So you're thinking of transferring her to your side?"

Fang Ze: .....

After a moment, he nodded.

Then he put away his smile and said seriously, "I believe under my guidance, Bai Zhi can at least realize her abilities and strengths."

"It's better than her being in the Internal Affairs Office..."

He paused, "Causing a bunch of trouble, you know...."

Lan Bing gave Fang Ze a cold look, then said, "Are you discussing this matter with me as true official business, or do you have personal motives? Or perhaps a mix of both."

Hearing Lan Bing's question, Fang Ze hesitated for a moment, and ultimately decided to be honest, "Almost entirely personal motives."

Fang Ze's honesty slightly softened Lan Bing's expression. She didn't pursue the topic further and, after a moment of silence, said, "I know you've always suspected I don't like Zhi."