After throwing all the subjects into the prison quickly, Yang Qingyue stood alone facing the gazes of onlookers.
Masses of officers were eying her, their glance containing query. Yang Qingyue returned these glances and everyone looked away, not daring to meet her gaze.
Since it meant all the upper echelons of this police station had been arrested, a power vacuum was suddenly created.
No one had any idea how to proceed onward and who to obey at this very moment. In accordance with the rules, Yang Qingyue's rank was the highest among everyone.
That was also the reason why they still hadn't disappeared even after the commotion had finished, waiting for what Yang Qingyue would say next.
Of course, Yang Qingyue was aware of the reason why she received so much attention. "Okay, fellas, do your own job. Until the higher-ups gave any further notice, I'm temporarily in charge here."
Cai Ning watched her friend appease the crowd of officers to continue their responsibilities.
Perhaps, Yang Qingyue's character was well applauded or accepted by most of the police officers, or fear of attracting Yang Qingyue's attention, no one raised concerns or objection.
Yang Qingyue sent a message through her phone to the previous police commissioner she met, notifying she had finished her part.
Before she was about to announce today's briefing after she filled in the spot the senior officers disappeared, a female officer ran forward and handed an envelope.
Yang Qingyue already knew what was inside after sifting at the address of the sender. Nothing more than her promotion and authorization.
She tore it open and smiled, nodding her head, and requested the previous policewoman. "Please send the message to the commissioner—I understand his message and won't let the City N police station down."
The policewoman nodded and went out, preparing to reply the official statement. Yang Qingyue scanned the paper carefully before she transferred it to Cai Ning, who also meticulously read each word.
Yang Qingyue turned her head to the crowds who awaited her statements and said. "I have already received the message from our commissioner, praising our station for withholding justice firmly no matter who the perpetrator is and expecting our fellow officers to keep their will strong. Everyone can read the paper of what it said later."
"Now what I'll say is important. The commissioner and the mayor have authorized me as an acting police chief as of now. I'll be taking charge from now on. Any questions? Cool. We'll have a meeting later on."
Some members who were related to the previous apprehended senior officers or had curried favor to them, so that they would have an easier time in the force, were unhappy.
Until Yang Qingyue's arrival, these events reduced and the police work became normal. Back then, Yang Qingyue didn't understand the women's mindsets of not resisting and looked down on them.
Only after staying together for a long time, she experienced the life of ordinary people who struggled with daily expenses among her colleagues and their narratives of how the events happened.
After Yang Qingyue commanded some of her trusted team members to guard the detained rooms, she called the rest for another mission.
The onlookers discussed fiercely at the event and went quiet after hearing Yang Qingyue's outcry.
"Don't you have jobs to do?! Or do you like gossiping around? You can listen to my briefing but you must carry on your responsibilities after this."
Yang Qingyue continued speaking: "Now, we're gonna make another arrest. This time the criminals violated several women and likely participated in sex trafficking. They might also be related to the gangs."
Yang Qingyue took out the photos from the folder and spread them on the desk. "Here is the son of the previous police chief we arrested. He's the main suspect. And here...here."
Yang Qingyue explained the suspect's identities and Cai Ning filled up the remaining information.
The other officers couldn't close their mouths after seeing Yang Qingyue still preparing to arrest the son.
The policewomen shed tears of joy. Finally, retribution had arrived and justice would return to their side.
Yang Qingyue: "All the suspects are involved in rape and sex trafficking, possibly extending to drugs. We have clear evidence to arrest them. So, you'll divide into different groups to make an arrest. I permit the use of deadly force, including firearms, if you meet any resistance. Beware though, do not linger long in those areas.
Immediately retreat after taking control... Ladies and gentlemen, the mission is to snatch and grab. Surprise, speed, and aggression is the key here. Good Luck."
The officers who were preparing for the mission were stunned for a while when Yang Qingyue allowed them to carry firearms and even permitted them to open fire.
The team dispersed to make an arrest while Yang Qingyue summoned several departments for their vital help.
20 minutes later, the station resumed its duty in contrast to the previous dumbfounded stage. Yang Qingyue stood in the police control room, overseeing her subordinates' arrest process.
She mobilized a quick reaction force, ready to move at a moment's notice, should the situation call for the decision. The entire station remained tense—one side worried about the arrest going on and the other side wondering whether they would be liquidated in the future.