Los Angeles Legendary Sleuth

"I'm serious about getting married," the deputy captain said earnestly, raising his glass. "Next Sunday, I'm hosting an engagement ceremony, and I'd like to invite all of you to join."

"Congratulations, Deputy Captain.

I'll definitely be there," Luke said with admiration, acknowledging a man who repeatedly jumps in and out of the marital bind—a true warrior.

As for Luke, he felt he was still young and didn't yet have any thoughts of getting married.

Jackson clinked glasses with the deputy captain. "Deputy, I'll be the first one to arrive."

With some curiosity, Xiao Hei rubbed his hands together. "Congratulations, Deputy Captain. Can we see a photo of the lady? I'm curious about what kind of woman has won your heart."

A smile spread across the deputy captain's face. "She is a graceful, beautiful, and understanding perfect lady.

I believe you will all really like her."

Just then, Reid walked over with a drink. "Hey, guys, what are you chatting about that's so cheerful?"

"The engagement," Luke replied.

Reid was a little surprised. "Who's getting engaged? You?"

Luke raised both hands and made a surrender pose. "Not me.

It's the deputy captain."

Reid walked over to the deputy captain and shook his hand. "Buddy, congratulations."

The deputy captain asked, "I'm hosting an engagement banquet next week. Will you come?"

Reid teased, "When have I ever missed one?"

The deputy captain said confidently, "This is the last one."

Reid laughed, "You said that last time too."

"Haha..."

Everyone burst into laughter.

"Director." Someone called out to Reid from a distance.

Raising his glass to the crowd, Reid said, "Guys, we'll chat another day.

Deputy Captain, congratulations again.

Luke, come to my office tomorrow."

"Okay, Director."

...

The next morning.

At the Detective Bureau, the Director's office.

"Knock, knock..."

"Come in," Reid's voice sounded from inside the office.

Luke pushed the door open and entered. "Director."

This office was much larger than Reid's previous one, and the desk, chairs, file cabinets, and sofas were all noticeably more upscale.

Reid invited Luke to sit on the sofa and asked, "Is everything going smoothly at the division recently?"

"Pretty good."

Reid glanced at his watch. "I have a meeting in a while, so I'll keep it brief.

After stepping down from the position of Director of the Robbery and Murder Department, Deputy Director Magna Meit has taken over the director role.

Now the deputy director position is vacant, and I plan to recommend you for the position of Deputy Director of the Robbery and Murder Department.

What are your thoughts?"

"I'm honored to receive your recommendation. If I take on the role of Deputy Director, will there be any changes to the job content?"

"Of course, this is what I wanted to talk about.

Once you assume the deputy director role, you will oversee the work of the first and second squads, while Magna Meit will continue to manage the third and fourth squads.

There will be fewer opportunities for frontline work, and your focus will be more on overall coordination."

"Understood. I'll work hard to learn and adapt to the new role quickly."

Luke felt a surge of pressure as if Reid had entrusted him with the core of his responsibility in the Robbery and Murder Department.

Of course, it was also a sign of trust.

"Very well, I believe in your abilities.

If you encounter difficulties or have doubts, feel free to come to me anytime."

"I will."

"Additionally, do you have any recommendations for the position of captain of the first squad?"

Luke was a bit taken aback. "I'm caught off guard; I haven't decided yet."

"Let me know once you've made up your mind." Reid patted Luke on the shoulder and stood up. "You can get back to work now; I need to attend a meeting at headquarters."

...

Sunday.

Materna Hotel.

This is a rural hotel in the suburbs of Los Angeles, with a beautiful environment and convenient transportation, making it very suitable for hosting events.

Deputy Vincent chose to hold the engagement banquet here.

On a lawn behind the hotel, long tables, chairs, and a floral-decorated platform were set up.

By ten in the morning, the staff had begun setting up the engagement ceremony venue.

The tables and chairs were predominantly white, with a circle of golden balloons placed around them, swaying in the breeze.

Drinks, desserts, and fruits were also laid out on the tables.

Deputy Vincent walked around, feeling quite satisfied with the setup, as he was an old customer of this hotel.

By eleven in the morning, guests began to arrive one after another.

Deputy Vincent, married five times in his life, had six children in total.

Upon learning of his engagement, several of his children came to attend the ceremony, and even two of his ex-wives showed up.

The deputy was a bit overwhelmed knowing this, but he couldn't very well refuse.

By a little past eleven, colleagues from the police station also arrived at the engagement site.

The deputy had worked at the police station all his life, naturally knowing quite a few officers, but he had a notoriously bad temper and didn't have many friends.

He walked to the entrance to welcome the guests, and leading the crowd was none other than the newly appointed Deputy Director Luke of the Robbery and Murder Department.

The deputy couldn't help but pout; clearly, he was the one who caught the suspect, yet it was this kid who got the promotion. Ah, well.

Despite his grumbling, the deputy greeted them with a smile, "Deputy Director Luke, Captain Clint, gentlemen, welcome to my engagement ceremony."

Luke laughed, "Deputy, that white suit looks good on you—very dashing."

Chen Kelin joked, "Indeed, it's like you're ten years younger."

Xiao Hei looked around, "Deputy, where's your fiancée? I can't wait to meet her."

The deputy led everyone into the engagement banquet venue, pointed at a nearby table, and said, "There's food and drinks over there. Help yourselves while I go bring Olinka over to introduce you."

Xiao Hei picked up a glass of champagne from the table, took a sip, nodded, and said, "This wine is good. The deputy really went all out this time."

Luke picked up a glass of red wine, tasted it, and said, "It has a nice taste."