Chapter 173 – Look for Xiao Dong whenever there is trouble! (1/2)

A few days later.

The result of the welcome meal was shown. Because the leaders in the Bureau did not think highly of Dong Xuebing and did not assign any work to him, the rest of the department heads in the bureau did not welcome him. The higher-ups had not consulted the County’s Bureau Party Committee and transferred Dong Xuebing in straight. Many people do not like this arrangement. Another reason was Dong Xuebing’s age. He was too young, and no one will think he is capable. Dong Xuebing also stayed low since he joined the bureau, and no one felt he have any backings.

Morning. Dong Xuebing walked into the Bureau with a bun in hand.

“Chief Dong.”

“Good morning, Chief Dong.”

A few police officers smiled and greeted Dong Xuebing. But they were influenced by the department heads and were not as welcoming towards Dong Xuebing as before.

Dong Xuebing is a sensitive person. He could feel the changes in everyone’s attitude towards him. Back in his office, he rubbed his temples. He was frustrated. If this continues, he will have no authority in the bureau. Now, everyone is treating him as if he is invisible. What is Chief Liang thinking? Why didn’t he assign any duties to him? Things should be better after he is entrusted with some responsibilities. With authority and men, people will look at him differently.

Although Dong Xuebing was anxious to make a name for himself, he did not look for Liang Chengpeng. He was afraid that he will leave a bad impression.

9.30 am. Office Director Hu Silian called Dong Xuebing’s office to attend a bureau chiefs meeting.

Dong Xuebing thought this is it! I will be assigned some duties!

The Bureau Chiefs’ meeting is in a small meeting room on the top floor. Other than Dong Xuebing and other Deputy Chiefs, some department heads will also be attending. After Dong Xuebing entered the meeting room, he quietly observes the others. He wants to know who is closer to who and if there is anyone who is at loggerheads against each other. Dong Xuebing was still new in the bureau and was not sure about the relationship between the leaders. He needed some time to figure out the different factions. He does not want to make any irreversible mistakes. This was the reason why Dong Xuebing stayed low in the past few days.

5 minutes later, the meeting starts. Hu Silian was in charge of taking the minutes.

Liang Chengpeng updated the progress of the bureau’s work for the previous month. He praised the officers involved in cracking a case of burglary and rape. After that, he approved the procurement of 20 new blankets for their lockups and some stationaries for the offices. From Dong Xuebing’s observation, Chief Liang has a lot of authority in the bureau and no one challenged his decisions. Everyone just agreed to whatever he says.

After a while, Liang Chengpeng cleared his throat and looked at a file in his hand. “Next, we shall discuss the case of our County’s website.”

Executive Deputy Chief Hu Yiguo and the rest of the leaders frowned.

Liang Chengpeng threw the file on the desk angrily. “Someone is openly challenging the County Government. The government’s website had been hacked several times. The hackers caused the malfunction of the server and defaced the site. 1 month. It’s been one whole month, and last night, the site was hacked again. The County’s leaders called up and scolded us. Chief Hu, you are in-charge of internet security. When are you going to solve this case?

Hu Yiguo replied: “These criminals are very skillful. Our internet security team has only been set up recently……”

Liang Chengpeng interrupted him: “Didn’t we get someone from the City Bureau to assist us?”

Hu Yiguo said. “The City Bureau’s Cyberspace Administration had sent some internet police officers to assist us. But no matter how they tried, they are still unable to stop those hackers. They waited a few nights for the hackers but the hackers did not appear. Last night, the hackers appeared immediately after they left. The internet officers think that this hacker is very skillful and cunning… We might not……”

Deputy Chief Chao replied casually. “I think we should shut down the site temporary before any significant damage is done.”

This case had been troubling Hu Yiguo for some time. He added: “I think so too.”

Liang Chengpeng furiously replied: “This will be bowing down to the criminals! They will continue to commit these crimes! There is no room for negotiations! Contact the City Bureau now and request for more officers to assist us! Chief Hu! Put aside your work and focus on this case! This case must be solved as soon as possible!”

Hu Yiguo sighed in his heart. “Yes……” He wanted to shut down the site. If not, he will have to bear full responsibility. Hu Yiguo was someone that craves for more authority. Almost half of all the departments and stations are under his charge. Now, he was regretting his decision to take over the Cybersecurity department.

Dong Xuebing had also heard about the hacking of the County Government’s website. He had heard about these hackers from the Sixth Bureau when he was in the State Security. If the City’s Internet police are powerless against the hacker, that means the hacker is very skillful. It should be impossible to arrest or stop the hacker for the time being. It will depend on luck to capture the hacker.

Suddenly, the meeting room’s door opened, and someone ran in.

Liang Chengpeng’s face changed and was about to scold that young man. That young man quickly passed a handphone to him and whispered: “The County Chief is looking for you.”

Liang Chengpeng paused for a second and answered the call. He started frowning as he spoke over the phone.

Dong Xuebing and the rest looked at each other. They wondered what happened.

After hanging up the phone, Liang Chengpeng banged the table in anger. “Ridiculous! They have no respect for the laws!” Chief Liang saw the confused look on everyone’s faces and said: “Just a few minutes ago, the County Government’s website is hacked again. All the contents on the site are changed, and the hackers even exchange the names of the County Chief and Deputies!”

Everyone took in a deep breath. Exchange the names of the County Chief and Deputy County Chiefs? This is considered a serious political crime! The hacker is too bold!

Liang Pengcheng roared: “The County had issued an order! This case must be solved within two days! If not, the leaders involved will have to bear the responsibility!”

Hu Yiguo turned pale immediately. He is the leader involved. “Chief Liang, two days, is too short. Can you…….”

“Only two days!” Liang Chengpeng said. “If you cannot solve this case, I will hold you accountable!”