Chapter 61: Debate
Jinling City Police Department.
Fifth-floor conference room.
This conference room had recently witnessed a triumphant hearing about a massive theft ring, and the remnants of the red ribbons left behind for the award ceremony could still be seen on the podium.
However, today's meeting had nothing to do with celebrations.
After the establishment of the special task force, they had managed to trace Li Xuan's whereabouts, but they hadn't been able to capture him in practice. This had not only failed to apprehend the suspect but had also led to Li Xuan escaping once again, disappearing into the shadows and leaving Jinling in a state of anxiety. The operation at the train station had rapidly spread throughout the city, becoming a topic of conversation for everyone.
The consequences would be severe, not only economically but also in terms of public trust. So, this meeting was extremely urgent, with several high-ranking officials in attendance. The purpose was to understand what had happened and how to explain it to the citizens. Accountability, punishment, and disciplinary action would likely be on the table.
September 20th, 2:00 PM.
The conference room was now filled with people. They huddled in groups of two or three, engaged in hushed discussions, their expressions serious as they considered whether to disclose information about the operation.
However, there was no consensus on whether to make this information public, and many had not reached a firm decision. Those who were truly aware of the details leaned towards keeping it classified. Li Xuan, an unconstrained presence, could become an icon or symbol if this information was revealed, and the consequences would be dire. But those who hadn't delved deeply into the situation believed that disclosure was necessary to provide accountability to various sectors of society. Most of the debates were about expressing their stances rather than seeking solutions, especially in this setting where speaking required great caution.