Chapter 218 - Welcome Home (1/2)
It was a long flight back to China and Hong Kong, but Jackson and Halia did not spend a second not thinking about the other person.
As soon as the plane landed, Jackson rushed over to the Interpol office without dropping off his luggage at home first and reported to the headquarters.
”Jackson Wu, head of Hong Kong Interpol reporting. I am back in Hong Kong now and the human trafficking case is now in the hands of the French and German branches. Thank you for sending backup and assistance. My sister is now safe and the criminals have been caught,” Jackson said.
”Good Job, Captain Wu. I knew you were a great asset. The guys from France and Germany have already sent in their reports too. Glad to hear that you are back in Hong Kong. How are you settling into your new role?” President Kim said on the other end of the phone.
Jackson cleared his throat awkwardly and replied, ”I'm sorry, President Kim, but I'm actually planning to step down from my role.”
”Already?” President Kim said with disappointment. ”But, we need someone like you to lead our operations over there. No one else fits the bill. May I ask the reason for your decision?”
”I'm getting married,” Jackson replied simply.
”I'm married too. The two things don't have to clash,” President Kim said.
”I know, but I think it's time I settle down and live a simple life. Plus, I don't want to be separated from my wife,” Jackson explained.
”Can't your wife move to Hong Kong?” President Kim asked.
”No, her role is only available in Beijing.”
President Kim thought for a second. What job was only available in Beijing?
He had no idea that Halia was an SPU agent.
”Well, if you must leave, there's nothing I can do. But, before we find a replacement, I hope you can stay for as long as possible to make the transition process smooth,” President Kim sighed.
”Actually, I have someone I would like to recommend,” Jackson replied.
”Oh?” President Kim said with interest.
”Trisha Hua, one of the senior agents here. I think she has what it takes to fill the shoes,” Jackson suggested.
President Kim nodded his head, ”I'll take her into consideration.”
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A few hours after Jackson landed, Halia also arrived back in Beijing.
It felt like a while since she last stepped foot in the city.
As she walked out of the departure gate, Sean was there to pick her up.
”How did things go in Europe?” Sean asked. ”I heard from Natalie that you found Jaclyn.”
Even though she was all the way in Europe, Halia did not forget to contact her best friend, and of course, Natalie shared the good news with Sean.
”Yes, we found her and we arrested the criminals involved with her kidnapping and trafficking,” Halia replied. ”I guess it went smoothly.”
Sean nodded and led Halia to his car.