The Forensic Doctor Better Than a Detective

Chapter 814: Chapter 432: The Strongest Formation of the Criminal Investigation Team

Once the conversation started, Mr Li sighed even more deeply: "You have no idea, the last ’double homicide case’ caused a massive uproar online, we almost got pushed into the spotlight!"

"The pressure was immense then, I was sweating bullets."

"But this team of brothers, they got the case solved beautifully in the shortest time possible, nailed it!"

"Honestly, even I was a little surprised, they did an amazing job this time!"

Upon hearing these words, the expressions of the other two deputy directors nearby were quite something.

Mr. Hu forced out a smile, but his eyes were complicated, muttering under his breath, "Ah, the brothers under Mr. Li are really capable."

"Then look at our economic investigation team, one case after another, all tricky, but progress is slow as molasses, it’s really disheartening..."

Director Zhao immediately chimed in empathically, his eyebrows knitted: "Tell me about it! Like our security team, every day we’re either investigating this place or raiding that venue,"

"And the result? Those entertainment venues and tea shops, all sorts of messy problems keep resurfacing, like whack-a-mole, it’s so frustrating!"

Listening to the discussions of his colleagues full of envy and a hint of bitterness, Mr. Li’s smile grew even broader.

"Haha, mostly because of our new team leader, Mr. Jiang."

"He’s full of ideas and willing to go all out, really bringing new energy to the entire team, providing a lot of solid new methods of work."

At this moment, sitting in the criminal investigation team area, Jiang An felt his mouth was about to stretch to his ears, no matter how he tried to press it down.

The thunderous, continuous applause was like a hot wave, washing away his fatigue from the past few days.

He couldn’t help but turn his head, his gaze sweeping over those familiar faces behind him.

Every face was beaming with heartfelt smiles, some even had reddened eyes from excitement, clapping vigorously, translating all affirmation and praise into this deafening roar.

There were no high bonuses, no official commendation letters, but this scene before him, this recognition from brothers and leaders, was more precious than any material reward!

It’s an irreplaceable sense of achievement, the highest reward for all the hard work he and the team had put in.

Jiang An just felt a warm rush in his chest, a surge of pride emerging spontaneously.

All the sleepless nights, all the running around, all the pressure, at this moment, it was all worth it!

An hour later, the award ceremony drew to a close.

Jiang An walked out holding that heavy "Collective Second-Class Merit" medal.

"Brothers, gather at the meeting room door!"

"This collective second-class merit was hard-earned, it’s the result of dozens of us in the team working tirelessly day and night!"

"Let’s make the most of the time while the folks from the publicity office are here, take a group photo as a memento!"

The team quickly gathered under the iconic five-star red flag in front of the main building of the municipal public security bureau.

Over forty capable men from the criminal investigation team, automatically formed into four rows based on height, standing tall.

Though each one’s eyes were ringed with dark circles from sleepless nights, their backs stood straight and their faces couldn’t hide their excitement and pride.

Jiang An naturally stood in the center, holding that symbol of honor with both hands solemnly.

In front, the three colleagues from the publicity office had long set up the camera.

"Leaders, comrades, look at the camera! Show some spirit!" Wang from the publicity office loudly motivated, "One, two, three!"

"Cheese——!"

The click of the shutter echoed crisply, accompanied by the collective shout, instantly blossoming into brilliant yet slightly weary smiles.

At this moment, all the hardship, pressure, and joy of success were eternally captured in the photo.

Under the sunlight, the medal shone brightly, the national flag waved in the breeze, and this group of city peacekeepers appeared especially upright.

Just as the group photo ended, Jiang An waved his hand, "Brothers, this period really wore everyone out! This credit belongs to all of you, the bonus has been approved, although it’s not much, it’s the bureau’s acknowledgment of our work!"

"It’s Friday after all, our team will have a small gathering, I’ve already booked the place, ’Old Place Farmhouse’, let’s not leave until we’re drunk, and have some good relaxation!"

"Woohoo——! Long live the captain!"

The team instantly erupted in cheers.

By seven in the evening, the largest private room in the farmhouse was already bustling with voices. frёeweɓηovel.coɱ

The large round table was filled with steaming farmhouse dishes, the glasses brimming with clear baijiu, the fragrance filling the air.

Everyone took their seats, the fatigue on their faces replaced with relaxation and anticipation.

Jiang An raised his glass, just about to stand up and say a few opening words, to thank the brothers for their life-and-death efforts during this period...

Suddenly——

A shrill and rapid phone ring pierced the warm and festive atmosphere of the room like a cold lightning bolt.

The clamor in the private room instantly quieted down, and all eyes unanimously turned to Jiang An.

A call at this moment usually meant... something happened.

Jiang An frowned, put down the glass he had just raised, took a look at the unfamiliar number on the screen, and pressed the answer button: "Hello? Who is this?"

A rapid and tense voice came from the other end, even in the slightly noisy room, those nearby could vaguely hear: "Is this... the city bureau criminal investigation team leader Jiang? This is Xili Town police station!"

"It’s bad, something major has happened!"

Instantly, Jiang An’s expression turned serious, and he said solemnly into the phone: "This is him. Speak slowly, what’s going on?"

"We... we’ve discovered a body in an abandoned well on the east side of town!"

"It looks... like it’s been dead for a long time, requesting the team to immediately send experts to survey the scene!"