Weekend.
Qi Tong Wei sat in a distinctive restaurant, his gaze sweeping over the exquisite menu, but he gently closed it and gave the waiter a slight smile:
"Today, I'm treating. Every signature dish here, one of each."
The waiter was slightly taken aback, then nodded respectfully and retreated.
Qi Tong Wei's gaze passed through the restaurant window, towards the distance, but his heart was churning.
This dinner was not just for enjoying good food, but to resolve a knot in his heart, a knot that concerned his future destiny.
Soon, the restaurant door was pushed open softly, and Jia Chang Fu walked in.
He was in casual clothes, but his imposing aura was still undeniable.
Qi Tong Wei stood up, greeted him, and warmly shook Jia Chang Fu's hand: "Long wait."
Jia Chang Fu nodded slightly, his eyes lingered on Qi Tong Wei for a moment before slowly taking a seat.
The two exchanged pleasantries before turning to the main topic of the day.
Qi Tong Wei knew that Jia Chang Fu was an outstanding member of the drug enforcement team, but for some reason, he had never received the recognition he deserved.
He hoped that through this dinner, he could build a closer relationship with Jia Chang Fu, laying the foundation for future cooperation.
After three rounds of drinks and five courses, Jia Chang Fu's face gradually turned rosy, and he began to recount his bitter experiences in the drug enforcement team.
Those thrilling arrests, those life-or-death decisions, those unspoken sacrifices and commitments…
Every word was like a sharp blade, cutting into Qi Tong Wei's heart.
"Brother Tong Wei, do you know? I once spent three whole months away from home for a case. During that time, I lived in the shadow of death every day, afraid even to close my eyes to sleep." Jia Chang Fu's voice was choked with emotion,
"But when I finally brought that drug lord to justice, no one knew my sacrifices. They only saw the medal on my chest, but not the scars behind it."
Qi Tong Wei listened silently, feeling that every word Jia Chang Fu spoke was from the heart, a reflection of his passion and dedication to his profession.
He gently patted Jia Chang Fu on the shoulder and said, "Brother Chang Fu, your sacrifices haven't gone unnoticed. You are the pride of Han Dong, a model for our public security system."
Jia Chang Fu raised his head, a flicker of gratitude in his eyes.
He raised his glass and drained it in one gulp: "Brother Tong Wei, thank you for your understanding. Actually, I don't care about fame. I just hope that I can do my part to bring a glimmer of light to this world."
Qi Tong Wei's heart stirred. This was the common ground he had been seeking.
He continued, "Brother Chang Fu, I have an idea. Can we join forces and work together to contribute to the safety and security of Han Dong? I believe that as long as we work together, we can create a safer and more harmonious Han Dong."
A glimmer of light flashed in Jia Chang Fu's eyes, and he nodded: "Brother Tong Wei, your idea is exactly what I've been thinking. I'm willing to fight alongside you, to contribute my strength to the safety and security of Han Dong."
The two exchanged smiles, as if they already saw the bright future ahead.
However, at that moment, Jia Chang Fu's face suddenly darkened, and he mentioned the incident that brought him immense pain – the 502 incident.
"Brother Tong Wei, do you know? The 502 incident is the most painful memory of my life." Jia Chang Fu's voice trembled,
"That night, I watched helplessly as my comrades fell one by one, and I was powerless to do anything. That helplessness and despair haunt me to this day."
Qi Tong Wei's heart tightened as he knew the brutality of the 502 incident.
He gently grasped Jia Chang Fu's hand and said, "Brother Chang Fu, I know your pain. But please believe that we will get justice for those who sacrificed their lives."
Jia Chang Fu nodded, a glimmer of determination flashing in his eyes.
He continued, "Actually, I don't care about the position of drug enforcement captain. I just hope that I can get justice for those innocent lives."
Qi Tong Wei was shaken. He knew that Jia Chang Fu's words were filled with endless anger and strength.
He stood up, his voice solemn, "Brother Chang Fu, I promise you, we will make those criminals pay for what they did!"
Their eyes met, and this dinner became the starting point for their united fight against evil.
After dinner, they parted ways.
The night was as black as ink, the neon lights of Yantai City flickered in the night sky, like stars fallen to earth.
Qi Tong Wei stood by the window, his gaze deep, as he gazed at the cityscape.
Suddenly, a phone ring shattered the silence of the night. He quickly picked up his phone, the screen displaying the name "Jia Chang Fu."
"Captain Qi, I... I really don't know what to do." On the other end of the line, Jia Chang Fu's voice was choked with tears and despair.
Qi Tong Wei furrowed his brow and said in a deep voice, "Don't panic, tell me slowly, what happened?"
Jia Chang Fu sobbed on the other end of the line, his words broken and incoherent.
It turned out that he had been the target of a brutal retaliation from the "Doctor," the biggest drug lord in Yantai, because he had refused to submit. Not only was his business destroyed, but his family was also threatened.