Chen Baxian's choice also left Fang Henge completely astonished.
The turmoil caused by the Sll Fragrance Sect could be said to have been thankfully suppressed by the tily intervention of Chen Baxian.
For such a major contribution, Chen Baxian actually chose to actively transfer to the perilous wilds of Demon Suppression Pass, rather than stay in the flourishing and central seat of power of the Capital Demon Suppression Departnt—that kind of choice would probably leave many jaws dropping in shock.
Chen Baxian looked at Qi Zhangwu and said in a deep voice, "The Grand Commander said that I see clearly, and he's not wrong, but it's precisely because I see clearly that I'm unwilling to engage in petty intrigues with those lowly types—it's simply not straightforward enough.
Given the ti, I'd rather kill so demons and accumulate so strength—that's practical. Wasting ti in intrigue with them is rely a waste of ti."
Qi Zhangwu shook his head helplessly and said, "Alright, I'll send the order to Demon Suppression Pass right away and arrange your position.
Alas, now my Capital Demon Suppression Departnt is short of capable hands, and yet you are heading to Demon Suppression Pass.
The recent huge fire at the Arsenal, and the suicide case involving the Director of Weapon Departnt, is still dragging on—the bunch of them actually don't want to take on the case."
Fang Henge frowned and said, "Grand Commander, that bunch is being sowhat unreasonable, are they even critiquing this case now? If they're afraid to take on challenging cases and only want the easy ones, what's the use?
If it really won't do, then I'll take this case—I'll investigate it!"
Qi Zhangwu shook his head: "A Patrol Envoy is a Patrol Envoy, your duties lie outside the Capital City, not within.
If I were to use you to investigate the case, there would be dissatisfaction within the Demon Cleansing Bureau.
Rules are rules, and as the Grand Commander, I can't break them; otherwise, how can I use rules to govern them?
Moreover, they didn't refuse outright, but rather, each person has a pile of things on their hands.
As long as they lay out their own tasks, the case drags on, and naturally, it will beco a case without resolution.
I could force the case on soone, but I'm not certain they would investigate it with care."
Fang Henge was also very helpless.
In fact, Qi Zhangwu was already considered to have quite a deterrent power among the historical Grand Commanders of the Demon Cleansing Bureau.
After all, the previous internal purge did eliminate a large number of corrupt and undisciplined Xuanjia Guards.
So, even if so people in the headquarters are reluctant to work, they still express it diplomatically.
Previous Grand Commanders with insufficient prestige couldn't even get their orders out of the Capital City.
Even so, regardless of Qi Zhangwu's prestige, it was impossible for him to handle all matters alone; he had to rely on his subordinates to do the work.
If others don't want to take on this case, it would be useless for Qi Zhangwu to force it upon them—there are plenty of ways to pay lip service but undermine the effort.
In the headquarters of the Demon Cleansing Bureau, the word "rules" is taken very seriously; even he, the Grand Commander, must abide by these rules.
Qi Zhangwu's previous purge was bold because he had ample grounds to act.
Had he killed indiscriminately in his actions, he would have long since been unable to continue as Grand Commander.
It was at this mont that Chen Baxian suddenly said, "I could recomnd soone to investigate this case for you, Grand Commander."
"Who?"
Chen Baxian said solemnly, "My subordinate whom I brought from the Demon Cleansing Bureau, Han Zheng!
Although he is young, he is experienced and decisive in his actions, and his thods are swift and efficient.
Furthermore, after coming out of the Heavenly Artillery Armory, he has already stepped into the Martial Arts Grandmaster Realm, which is enough for him to walk around and inspect within the Capital City.
Most importantly, this case involves the Imperial Armory, which is extrely sensitive—others fear the trouble, fear getting too deeply entangled and refuse to take it on, but Han Zheng has no such concerns.
He has just arrived in the Capital City, doesn't know a soul, and is completely capable of handling this kind of matter.
Han Zheng is daring and audacious; he is a sharp knife that, if used well, could cut through the current stagnation. It all depends on whether you, Grand Commander, dare to use him."
Beside him, Fang Henge's eyes also brightened: "That's right, Han Zheng is indeed suitable; I've also learned about so of his deeds in Southern Mountain.
To have Han Zheng investigate this case, the only inadequacies are his shallow experience and slightly lesser strength."
"Han Zheng?"
Qi Zhangwu's face revealed a trace of keen interest.
He knew who Chen Baxian was; a young man so highly regarded by Chen Baxian must be extrely exceptional in both strength and ability to receive such praise.
Fang Henge, too, was ticulous in his work. As a Patrol Envoy, he wouldn't dare to toss around words carelessly.
Yet, he was now lavishing such praise on Han Zheng, which clearly suggested that Han Zheng was indeed out of the ordinary.
"Let Han Zheng co in and ask him if he is willing to take on this tricky case."
Chen Baxian nodded and went out to bring Han Zheng in.
As Han Zheng entered the hall and saw Qi Zhangwu, he was slightly taken aback.
Chen Baxian had described Qi Zhangwu as a ruthless man and told him so of his battle achievents, so Han Zheng had imagined Qi Zhangwu would have a somber and harsh deanor.
Unexpectedly, the Grand Commander was the spitting image of an elegant scholar, even appearing sowhat sunny and cheerful, showing no hint of the intensity of having used himself as bait in a grand formation to trap and kill countless Human Warriors and Demons.
"Greetings, Grand Commander."
Qi Zhangwu waved his hand casually, "No need for such formalities, I'll get straight to the point.
There's a very thorny case within the Capital City that involves the Imperial Armory, potentially with wide-ranging implications, which is why the people under the Six Commanders are reluctant to take it on.
Chen Baxian and Fang Henge have both recomnded you to investigate this case. Do you dare to take it on?
Just from looking at the docunts, it is clear that this case is very troubleso and involves many; your investigation might beco quite difficult."
Han Zheng countered, "Does the Grand Commander fear trouble?"
Qi Zhangwu laughed, "Of course not."
"Then I naturally do not fear it either!"
Han Zheng's intention was clear—if the Grand Commander dared to back him up, he would dare to investigate.
When in Southern Mountain, Han Zheng had been forthright and aggressive in his affairs, so there was no reason for him to waver in the Capital City.
Moreover, both Chen Baxian and Fang Henge had recomnded him today; if he were to shrink back, he would not only fail Chen Baxian and Fang Henge but also leave an impression on the Grand Commander of being unreliable.
Qi Zhangwu clapped his hands, impressed, "Chen Baxian made a good recomndation. I like your decisiveness."
After a mont of thought, Qi Zhangwu said, "Since I'm assigning this case to you, I won't leave you unrewarded.
The position of Jing'an Guard Chief in the Thirteen Guards has been vacant for so ti since Wei Yuanjian, the previous Chief, left to take the position of Garrison Commander elsewhere.
It's only fitting that you, Han Zheng, take charge of the Jing'an Guard and head the investigation into the Arsenal case."
Fang Henge and Chen Baxian were both slightly startled; they hadn't expected Qi Zhangwu to be so generous as to directly bestow the Jing'an Guard on Han Zheng.
Within the Capital Demon Suppression Departnt, each of the Six Commanders had their own subordinates, but only the Thirteen Guards could be said to be directly under Qi Zhangwu's command.
Therefore, the Thirteen Guards were always very busy, swamped with a multitude of tasks.
The other Chiefs of the Thirteen Guards were almost too busy to keep their feet on the ground and certainly had no ti to investigate the Arsenal case, otherwise Qi Zhangwu wouldn't have been troubled by the Six Commanders' reluctance to take on this case.
Now, by charging Han Zheng with leading the Jing'an Guard, Qi Zhangwu was essentially treating this young man, whom he had only just t, as his own trusted aide.
This was not simply a matter of high regard for Han Zheng but a sign of trust in Chen Baxian and Fang Henge.
Your recomnded person is surely right—I not only dare to use him but dare to give him significant responsibilities!
At that mont, Yan Xuankong, with envy in his voice, exclaid, "You're one lucky fellow to have lucked out on the Jing'an Guard Chief position.
Your resu within the Demon Departnt is now practically impeccable.
With experience managing local affairs and now with charge of the Thirteen Guards within the Capital City, save for not having served at the Demon Suppression Pass, you could be called perfect.
In the future, no matter how they wish to promote you from above, at the very least, in terms of experience, you will definitely not be lacking."
Beforehand, Yan Xuankong had only predicted that Han Zheng would at most be appointed as a captain or Deputy Director within the Thirteen Guards; he hadn't expected Qi Zhangwu to be so generous as to give him a Director position outright.
Although there were a few Directors among the Thirteen Guards who were not of the Yang God Realm, they were all akin to the likes of Fang Henge in the Half-step Yangshen Realm, with sufficient experience, moreover.
Han Zheng's strength and experience both fell a little short; his attainnt of this position could be said to be entirely due to Qi Zhangwu's trust in Chen Baxian and Fang Henge.
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