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Chapter 566 - 429: City Hall Operations, Interference Strictly Prohibited

Chapter 566: Chapter 429: City Hall Operations, Interference Strictly Prohibited

"Brother-in-law wants to transfer to the Border Control Bureau?"

Liu Zheng asked straightforwardly.

"That’s right."

Silver Wolf replied frankly.

"I can’t make the decision on this, but I can ask around for you."

Although he helped 4399 secure two temporary worker slots, the other party had paid him back in return.

Besides, Silver Wolf was clearly aiming for a full-time employee position.

"Then ask now; I’ll wait for your reply."

Silver Wolf finished speaking and immediately hung up.

"This brother-in-law seems pretty anxious."

Liu Zheng held the phone, lost in thought.

He had a nagging feeling that the competition between Silver Wolf and the Immortal Species was more than just about securing a job title.

Or perhaps, the positions within City Hall were as cut-throat as a fight for the throne—losers might as well prepare to meet their ancestors?

But he didn’t mind Silver Wolf being anxious; what he feared was Silver Wolf not being anxious.

It’s just a phone call to inquire about it—if it works, great; if not, forget it.

With that thought, Liu Zheng dialed 4399’s number.

"What now?"

4399’s tone could hardly be called impatient, but it wasn’t exactly welcoming either.

"Ahem, here’s the thing, Brother 4399, I’ve got a friend in the City Supervision Department who wants to transfer to the Border Control Bureau and seeks your advice."

He organized his thoughts and said carefully.

"I’m not part of HR; why ask me for advice?"

asked calmly in return.

"Alright, actually I just want to inquire if you have any connections to make it happen."

Liu Zheng admitted.

"The City Supervision Bureau isn’t good enough? I’d want to go there myself."

4399’s indifferent tone left no clues as to his true thoughts.

"It’s not bad, but he’s run into some issues there."

He explained Silver Wolf’s situation briefly.

"Ha. Can’t get promoted in his own department, so now he’s begging to join the Border Control Bureau?"

"No need to put it that harshly. People aim for higher places, rivers flow to lower grounds—it’s only natural."

Liu Zheng defended Silver Wolf lightly.

"He’s not even human. I know every human full-time employee in City Hall by name, and he’s not one of them."

pointed out.

"Even better. It’s a perfect chance to expand human influence among the non-human ranks."

Liu Zheng seized the moment to make a pitch.

"If that’s what we wanted, it’d have been done a long time ago—no need for you to bring it up now. Besides, it’s not as simple as you think."

retorted bluntly.

"That said, it’s not entirely impossible. Let me check this guy out."

He hung up, only to call back after a while.

"How did you meet him?"

asked directly.

"Oh, here’s the story..."

Liu Zheng gave a brief account of the events on Bathhouse Street.

"Hmm, I’ve looked into it. This wolf seems usable. Conveniently, there’s plenty of room for new slots lately. You tell him straight—if he’s not afraid to die, he can come."

said.

"Plenty of room for new slots..."

The mere line sent chills down Liu Zheng’s spine.

Two temporary slots had warranted a family-certified badge of thanks from 4399; now there was talk of numerous full-time positions opening up.

It wasn’t hard to deduce—something big had happened at the Border Control Bureau recently.

"Were there heavy casualties among our people?"

Liu Zheng asked, concerned.

"Ah, trying to make connections now, huh? So what, ready to join us?"

"Whether I work in City Hall or not, I’m still one of humanity. If foxes mourn for a dead rabbit, how can we not feel sympathy when fellow humans face losses?"

He responded earnestly.

If there were enough human employees in City Hall, even self-interest would drive them to push policies beneficial to humans.

"You sure know how to pull out literary references—as slick as a pen-pusher."

"That’s too mentally taxing. I prefer physical work."

Liu Zheng politely declined.

"Then tell that wolf this: if he can survive the first month, we guarantee he’ll become Deputy Section Chief."

"And don’t forget, whether he agrees or not—it’s still ten thousand. Add that to the last one and send it to Zheng Wen’s pawnshop."

finished speaking and hung up.

"That’s the situation—what do you think, Brother-in-law?"

He promptly called Yuriko and relayed what 4399 had said to Silver Wolf.

"Alright, I’ll investigate in the next couple of days. If it’s confirmed that that person is moving up, I’ll join the Border Control Bureau."

Silver Wolf replied decisively.

Back in the day, it had only become a full-time employee by taking risks and fighting hard.

After becoming an employee, it continued to lead from the front—taking on tasks others hesitated to handle and operations others were too afraid to undertake—which eventually won it favor from higher-ups.

Of course, no amount of merit or commendation could compare to being born into a good family.

Still, had it not been for its prior efforts, it wouldn’t have evolved from a street rat into a City Hall employee, nor would 4399 and his backers have seen it as an asset.

Effort doesn’t always guarantee success, but lack of effort is a surefire path to ruin.

Lying flat might be viable in materially rich civilizations, but in a Metropolis like this, it’s tantamount to handing yourself over to someone else’s chopping block.

"What about my friend’s issue?"

"Don’t worry about it. I’ll get someone to handle it—but only for a day. Beyond that, you’re on your own."

Silver Wolf said.

"Got it."

Since it hadn’t mentioned the ten thousand, Liu Zheng didn’t bring up the cost of greasing the wheels at the Sanitation Department either.

"You! Be honest—are you some rich kid experiencing life undercover?"

Doctor Nile asked, unable to hold back.

He hadn’t avoided the crowd during the conversation, so everyone around had heard it.

A transfer request to the Border Control Bureau, discussions involving the City Supervision Department—all sorted within a few sentences. It sounded easier than going down into the sewer for a sip of filth. Who wouldn’t find it outrageous?

Even Doctor Nile couldn’t resist the urge to mock, while the patrons of Jidao Public Bath and Zhengzhong massage parlor turned their heads in intrigue. Niu Daji’s eyes practically sparkled, basking in reflected glory.

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