Diary of a Criminal Investigator

Liao Kai frowned, his face serious.

He received the city’s notification at around 9:00 pm last night.

He went to the city for a related meeting and was then summoned by the main leaders.

He took on such a significant task.

By the time he returned, it was already midnight.

He had no choice but to call Li Xin, asking her to think it over first, which led to today’s meeting.

Liao Kai, having been a leader for so many years, naturally knew how to hold a meeting and how to ensure it was effective.

If everyone is unaware of the issue beforehand, meetings turn into discussions, unable to make quick decisions.

Because none of the participants have given thorough thought to the matter, their opinions and views during the meeting are often impulsively formed without deep consideration.

In all his years of officialdom, Liao Kai considered this to be a major taboo.

When speaking in front of leaders, one must carefully think through their words, not speaking without confidence, certainty, or clarity.

These are Liao Kai’s three principles.

Li Xin is indeed quite competent.

Back when Li Xin joined the television station, Liao Kai was the Minister of the New Media Department, and he was the one who recruited her.

Ten years ago, the New Media Department was comprised entirely of the old, weak, sick, and disabled; people unwanted by other departments were all forced into this newly established department.

New Media... yet the people in the department couldn’t even operate computers, let alone engage in new media.

So back then, Li Xin joined the New Media Department as a contract worker.

One could say that all account operations related to the New Media Department were solely handled by Li Xin.

Not until later, when someone retired and a position opened up, was her formal employment secured.

Today, the New Media Department holds a pivotal position in Haizhou City’s Radio Station.

This achievement is inextricably tied to Li Xin’s efforts.

Therefore, Liao Kai’s sole purpose for today’s meeting was to fulfill one goal.

Listen to Li Xin’s ideas from her overnight brainstorming, see the reactions from others, and then submit the proposal to the Municipal Propaganda Department.

Liao Kai, having been in officialdom for years, wasn’t foolish; he focused on doing the work, but didn’t take the fall for mistakes.

After all, this was work assigned by Haizhou City’s main leaders; once his part in basic arrangements was completed, it naturally needed review and approval from the Municipal Propaganda Department.

Playing within the system, Liao Kai always remembered one rule, not to eat alone.

While eating alone might fill you up, it’s also easy to overeat.

Rather than one full meal, Liao Kai preferred having meals every day, even if they were just half-full.

With benefits and good news, everyone should share a piece; and if mistakes occur, everyone shares the burden too.

Li Xin continued: "First, this interview must adhere to facts."

"Interviews should be based on the professional investigation results and technical terms from the police, without excessive embellishment."

"It’s essential to create an authoritative, credible atmosphere."

"Second, we must respond positively."

"Identify the key concerns of netizens online and address these focal issues directly."

"Such as the depth of the burial pit."

"For instance, whether adults were involved in the crime."

"As well as issues regarding supervision during the autopsy process."

"However, one thing to note, we only provide direct responses in this interview, refraining from making any comments."

"Leave commentary to the netizens; we’ll only guide the discourse."

"Also, my suggestion is to communicate with the Criminal Investigation Team of the High-tech Zone in advance and conduct some on-site interviews."

Li Xin’s words were brief, yet substantial.

This was one of the things Liao Kai greatly admired about Li Xin.

Officials are meant to take action and manage what’s within their power.

Especially in meetings like this, Liao Kai needed someone like Li Xin, someone who’s straightforward, always on point, and directly offering her opinions and suggestions.

"Would anyone else like to add or suggest anything?"

Liao Kai surveyed the room.

"Everyone, feel free to speak up with any ideas so we can discuss and consider them, as this interview is unprecedented. We must proceed with caution, ensuring no accidents happen while achieving the desired outcome."

The attendees exchanged looks, knowing that Liao Kai meant every word.

The old, weak, and disabled group from ten years ago had mostly retired by now, and the two who hadn’t were engaged in logistical roles.

The people attending today’s meeting were all the backbone of the department, either recruited by Li Xin in recent years or personally selected by Liao Kai back then.

"Director, I have an idea. Can we reach out to a few influencers beforehand, so after we’ve completed the promotional video, they can help boost its visibility?"

This wasn’t a bad idea; in the past, the New Media Department had employed similar tactics.

It was just that not any video could be pushed; they always chose those that would generate significant traffic.

Evidently, the case at Nanwa Village was currently one of the biggest traffic points.

"I think this is feasible, and since the Nanwa Village case is currently trending, asking influencers to recommend the interview video shouldn’t be an issue. Besides, it could bring them substantial traffic, so why not take this opportunity to sign an agreement with them, bundling a push for Haizhou City’s tourism promotional videos as well?"

Once the conversation started, everyone expressed their opinions and soon developed a complete promotional plan.

Liao Kai was very satisfied.

His previously stern expression relaxed: "Very good. We’ll proceed with this task according to our meeting’s discussion today. Li Xin, you’ll be fully responsible."

"For anything, report to Minister Chen," Liao Kai glanced at Chen Bin, who hadn’t spoken throughout the meeting: "Should you encounter anything beyond him, report to me."

Although Chen Bin hadn’t said much during the meeting, no one, including Liao Kai, dared underestimate this new media department minister unfamiliar with new media business.

"Rest assured, Director, the New Media Department will ensure the successful completion of this task."

Although not particularly skilled in business, Chen Bin’s managerial abilities were first-class.

This was evident from the lively atmosphere in the entire New Media Department where everyone fulfilled their roles energetically.

Chen Bin had everyone’s respect.

Liao Kai nodded and left the New Media Department.

He was well aware of Chen Bin’s business capabilities.

However, for a leader, professional ability is only one aspect of evaluation.

Leaders primarily manage; the work is undertaken by subordinates. If every leader insisted on doing every task personally, they wouldn’t be qualified leaders.

Take Liao Kai himself, there were numerous business aspects in the entire radio station he was unfamiliar with, having only heard of them. But that didn’t prevent him from managing the entire radio station.