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“Your name is Zhang Heng, correct?”
At that moment, Professor Li—a middle-aged man dressed with formality and bearing the unmistakable air of authority—held a résumé in his hand, glancing over it as he addressed the young university student before him.
“Yes.”
Zhang Heng, the student, replied.
“Why did you choose to pursue further studies in our criminal investigation program?”
“Professor Li, ever since I was young, I admired criminal police officers; my dream has always been to become one myself. I wish to contribute to our country’s criminal investigation efforts and help combat illegal activities.”
“Young man, mere passion is far from enough. You must also—”
Just then, someone burst in, interrupting Professor Li.
“Professor Li, there’s an emergency meeting at the ministry that requires your attendance. The car is ready, and the leadership has said you may bring an assistant.”
“No, no, where’s the car?”
“It’s waiting downstairs.”
“Alright, give me a moment.”
Professor Li turned to Zhang Heng.
“Comrade Zhang Heng, please wait here for me.”
“Understood.”
Zhang Heng nodded.
Professor Li and the newcomer then left, heading downstairs.
Watching the departure of Professor Li—more precisely, the country’s seasoned and top-tier case expert, a master investigator—Zhang Heng felt a sense of relief.
He realized he hadn’t been rejected outright by this renowned officer, which meant his dream of becoming an esteemed criminal police officer was still within reach.
This dream, to become a di