Chapter 57: Applying for the Police Force (Part Two)

Zhang Heng slowly stood up from the ground.

At the very same moment, the middle-aged woman dressed in a sanitation worker's uniform also began to walk forward.

Watching her gradually recede into the distance, a thought crossed Zhang Heng's mind: Perhaps he should ask this woman about the situation regarding this building before deciding whether to call the police; besides, if he did call the police, he would be able to give a clearer account when questioned, wouldn't he?

With this thought, Zhang Heng no longer hesitated. He strode after the departing woman, calling out loudly as he walked:

"Auntie! Auntie..."

Hearing someone calling from behind, the woman walking ahead stopped and turned around to look. Seeing Zhang Heng walking toward her, she stood still and waited quietly. Before long, Zhang Heng reached her side.

"What is it, young man?" the woman asked.

"Auntie, let me ask you, just now here..." Before Zhang Heng could finish his sentence, the woman interrupted him, saying, "Young man, you want to ask what happened just now, right?"

Seeing the woman so straightforwardly pierce through his thoughts, Zhang Heng figured it could not be hidden anyway, so he simply stopped concealing it and nodded readily, "Yes, Auntie, what on earth happened here just now?"

"Oh, just now? It was incredible!" The woman described it vividly, "Dozens of police cars arrived and surrounded this building in a flash! Then the police rushed inside and brought out a lot of people! Let me count... well, at least over a hundred! They were all taken away by the police!"

Hearing the woman say this, Zhang Heng was instantly stunned, a look of utter astonishment washing over his face. He stared at her with wide eyes and asked incredulously, "Really? Auntie, are you sure you didn't see wrong? So many people were actually arrested?"

"Auntie, you're saying the police brought so many people out of this building—could it be that they are all criminals?" Zhang Heng asked, his eyes wide and full of confusion.

"Whether they are criminals or not, I don't know. All I know is that this entire building was involved in shady businesses and illegal industries," the woman replied, frowning with a serious expression.

Hearing the words "shady" and "illegal" from the woman, Zhang Heng felt a chill run through him, and his body trembled slightly. Just as he was about to press further, the woman suddenly changed the subject: "Young man, why are you here? Were you also lured here by a job hunting scam?"

Zhang Heng hesitated for a moment, thinking that since it could no longer be concealed, he answered truthfully, "Ah, yes, Auntie. I was looking for a police job online, and ended up getting tricked here."

The woman smiled upon hearing this and said earnestly, "You're much too naive, young man. How could civil service positions like the police be recruited casually to the outside world like that? Even if there were external recruitment opportunities, they would definitely prioritize graduates from police academies. How could it ever fall to people from society like us?"

"Auntie, I am a police academy graduate too! I graduated from the People's Public Security University of China," Zhang Heng told the unfamiliar woman with excitement.

The woman looked at the police uniform Zhang Heng was wearing, smiled, and nodded in approval. Then she warmly advised him, "Well, young man, if you want to find a police job, you can check the official website of the Public Security Bureau. That's the proper way."

Hearing the words "official website of the Public Security Bureau," Zhang Heng felt as though he had been struck by a sudden enlightenment, and his heart gave a sharp jolt. That was right! Why hadn't he thought of this sooner? During this period, he had been running around inquiring about all sorts of job hunting information, yet he had missed the most direct and authoritative channel of all—the official website. He was filled with regret, yet felt deeply grateful for finally securing this crucial lead.

With tears of excitement welling up in his eyes and his voice trembling slightly, Zhang Heng thanked the woman repeatedly, "Thank you, Auntie, thank you so much! You've done me an immense favor!"

Looking at the sincere and earnest expression of the young man before her, the woman's lips curved upward slightly as she waved her hand and laughed:

"No need for thanks. It's just a trivial matter. However, this place is no good; it's noisy and crowded with all sorts of people. You'd better leave as soon as possible."

Zhang Heng nodded repeatedly in agreement and expressed his gratitude once more. The woman turned and walked away. Watching her receding figure, Zhang Heng felt warmth and gratitude fill his heart.

This time, however, Zhang Heng did not immediately follow her as he usually would. He stood in place, lost in deep thought. After the turbulence and setbacks of this period, he realized he could no longer act blindly. Every step required careful consideration to find the most appropriate method and channel.

A moment later, Zhang Heng took a deep breath, steadied his nerves, and reached into his pants pocket to pull out his phone. After unlocking the screen, he tapped the browser icon. With slightly trembling fingers, he carefully typed the web address of the Public Security Bureau's official website into the search bar. Every single letter seemed to carry his heavy hopes and determination.

He decided to follow the kind auntie's advice and obtain the most accurate and reliable recruitment information through official channels. This would not only allow him to have a clearer plan for his future career path but also help him better understand the industry and the qualities and capabilities required of himself. Zhang Heng told himself silently: "I must go all out to pursue my dream!"

After browsing the webpage and seeing the police recruitment information on the official website of the Public Security Bureau, he was overjoyed and hurried home. The moment he stepped through the front door, he didn't even bother to change his shoes before heading straight for the study. Seated at the desk, he turned on the computer again, accessed the official website, and stared intently at the screen, meticulously searching for positions that matched his qualifications.

After rounds of screening and comparison, Zhang Heng finally found a few favorite positions suitable for his development. He studied the specific requirements and conditions of each position word by word, afraid of missing any important details. At the same time, questions such as how to improve his personal resume and highlight his own advantages constantly swirled in his mind.

Having clarified his objectives, Zhang Heng immediately sprang into action, setting out to prepare all the materials required for the application. He organized his past academic background, practical experience, and honors into a portfolio, and wrote personalized cover letters tailored to the characteristics of different positions... Before he knew it, he had worked busily until late at night.

With everything ready, Zhang Heng hesitated not a moment before clicking on the contact information reserved on the website. He took the initiative to contact the recruitment staff, briefly introduced his situation, and expressed his eager anticipation for the opportunity to participate in subsequent interview rounds...

At this very moment, Zhang Heng's heart burned like a blazing fire, filled with endless anticipation. He knew full well that the road ahead might still be fraught with thorns and hardships, but as long as he maintained his firm conviction and kept striving with unwavering consistency, there would surely come a day when he would fulfill the great dream buried deep within his heart—to become an outstanding police officer!

With a churning heart of excitement, Zhang Heng dialed the phone and made contact with the recruitment person in charge on the other end...

A few days later, the day of the interview finally arrived. Zhang Heng woke up early, meticulously groomed his attire, and walked toward the Public Security Bureau with resolute strides, carrying his well-prepared resume and relevant materials.

The moment he stepped into the conference room, a wave of tension instantly surged over him. The several interviewers sitting before him wore stern expressions that sent a chill down the spine. Zhang Heng took a deep breath, struggling to calm his restless emotions, and silently told himself to remain calm and confident. Straightening his back, he greeted the interviewers with a smile and handed over his resume. For the remainder of the time, Zhang Heng concentrated wholeheartedly on answering the various questions posed by the interviewers, fully displaying his solid professional knowledge and excellent communication skills. At the same time, he did not forget to express his deep love for the police profession and his determination to fight hard for it. The entire interview process was tense and orderly, and Zhang Heng exerted every ounce of his strength to perform at his absolute best.

After fierce competition and layer-by-layer selection, Zhang Heng finally passed that rigorous and challenging interview just as he had wished, successfully securing the job opportunity of his dreams—becoming a formally established People's Police!

From the moment he stepped into the police force and began his induction training, Zhang Heng maintained an attitude of diligence, eagerness to learn, and painstaking study. Not only did he attentively listen to the professional knowledge and experiential skills imparted by his seniors, but he also actively participated in various training activities such as simulated drills and practical operations. He understood clearly in his heart: as a people's defender wearing the national emblem and bearing heavy responsibilities, only by continuously enhancing his personal professional literacy and comprehensive strength could he better fulfill his mission and responsibilities.

Not long after, the fledgling yet outstanding Zhang Heng was assigned by the organization to execute tasks on the front lines at the grass-roots level. Facing this arduous, glorious, and sacred new challenge, the high-spirited young man showed not the slightest bit of retreat or fear. Instead, he plunged into it full of passion and lofty ambitions, bringing what he had learned into full play. He unswervingly practiced the solemn oath he had taken upon entering the police force, wholeheartedly safeguarding local peace and stability, and quietly dedicating his youthful blood to ensure the harmonious and orderly development of society.