Chapter 489: Chapter 178: Objective Achieved, Ding Yishan’s Guidance! (Part 2)

"Station Chief, you’re joking."

Cheng Ye regained his composure and laughed, "After all, times are different now. In the past, there weren’t so many Satellite Cities to manage, and certainly wouldn’t involve an Intern Inspector in assessments."

"Times..."

Ding Yishan shook his head slightly, as if he didn’t understand the hint in Cheng Ye’s words.

Suddenly, he shifted the topic, "Captain Wu, for the next six months, Inspector Cheng is your primary protection target, and all orders revolve around him, understood?"

"Yes, Station Chief Ding, I guarantee to complete the mission!" Wu Rui immediately stepped forward, first giving a standard military salute to Station Chief Ding.

Then he turned towards Cheng Ye, with his right fist placed over his heart, "Inspector Cheng, Captain Wu Rui from the Cross Legion, reporting with the four squads Razor, Breaker, Hunter, and Rock!"

After he spoke, four people immediately stepped forward and reported loudly in succession:

"Cross Legion Razor Squad, Third-level Squad Leader, Dai Zun reporting!"

"Cross Legion Breaker Squad, Second-level Squad Leader, Lu Mingxuan reporting!"

"...Hunter, Second-level, Zhao Feng reporting!"

"...Rock, Second-level, Zhang Zhenyue reporting!"

Each of the four exuded an aura of ruggedness and combat readiness, clearly seasoned veterans.

Each squad comprises 8 people, with four squads totaling 32 people, plus Captain Wu Rui, making a total of 33 people.

Deploying such an elite team to protect him, truly... extravagant!

"Great, great!"

Cheng Ye’s face lit up with delight, his heart even more joyous.

Finally, he received Ding Yishan’s affirmative response. Since he entrusted these people to him for six months, it clearly indicated he would be tasked with field operations soon.

Secure!

"When picking you personnel, Captain Wu was eager to come," Ding Yishan said indifferently, "You must cherish the opportunity and not betray the trust."

"Yes, Station Chief! I guarantee not to betray anyone’s trust!" Cheng Ye responded loudly.

Though he was reprimanded again, he didn’t mind at all.

As long as he continued to receive personnel and resources, a few more remarks wouldn’t hurt.

Refusing to heed, a stubborn man refusing advice.

With tangible benefits in hand, it won’t be easy to make him give them up.

"Shall we? Would you like to give me a tour?" Ding Yishan gestured, "The last time I visited this mall was 17 years ago."

"Station Chief, please!"

Cheng Ye bowed slightly, making a gesture of invitation.

He turned to Wu Rui, "Would Captain Wu like to join the tour?"

"Since I’m here, I’ll join you for a look," Wu Rui briskly removed his weapon, followed by the four squad leaders who immediately handed their gear to accompanying team members.

"Er Long, please entertain our guests well, don’t neglect them," Cheng Ye instructed.

"Don’t worry, Sir!" Er Long immediately smiled, clasping his hands towards Wu Rui and the others, "Gentlemen, I used to be part of the Pioneer Corps, pardon any offense earlier, please forgive me! This way, I’ll guide you around Zone B7, familiarize yourselves with the situation!"

Everything was arranged neatly.

Even Ding Yishan couldn’t help but glance back at Er Long, his eyes flickered before he continued following Cheng Ye into the mall corridor.

Sunlight pierced through the glass at the end of the corridor, casting a long ray of light on the floor.

The corridor sides were crowded with residents, men and women of all ages curiously observing the newcomers.

Seeing Cheng Ye leading, their faces were filled with respect.

"This is Station Chief Ding Yishan from the inspection station, here to inspect the results of your hard work over this period. Welcome... Station Chief Ding!"

Cheng Ye stopped and introduced loudly.

Instantly, the quiet mall erupted in applause, mixed with cheers.

Ding Yishan’s steps paused slightly, his gaze sweeping over the faces.

Their barely concealed excitement, eagerness, and respect caused him to sigh inwardly.

Never expected he’d find a day where he’d bask in the glory of an Intern Inspector to receive such genuine welcome again.

Walking into the mall’s interior, the renewed facilities were orderly.

Three District Elders somehow awaited there, wearing not their usual festive red attire, but rather camouflage military uniforms Cheng Ye had never seen.

The clothes were wrinkled and somewhat faded, with Elder He’s even showing large patches of repair.

Seeing Ding Yishan approaching, the three stepped forward steadily, raising hands in salute:

"Division Commander Ding, veteran soldiers Song, He, and Zhou, reporting!"

Division Commander?

Cheng Ye was slightly surprised; this is a position within the Pioneer Corps, the second rank, responsible for coordinating multiple pioneer camps.

Above it is the Region Supervisor, overseeing comprehensive affairs of designated pioneer areas and supervising operations.

Beneath it are the Camp Commanders, managing standardized pioneer units; Cheng Long was once in this position, nearly advancing to Division Commander before returning to the inspection station and not venturing out again.

Otherwise, with Cheng Long’s abilities, he’d surely be a Division Commander, potentially even reaching the Region Supervisor level.

Beneath Camp Commanders are the Patrol Captains, Squad Leaders, Apprentices, and Support roles.

The three District Elders are Squad Leaders, each leading 100 to 300 people.

"Division Commander Ding, reporting to the three veteran soldiers!" Ding Yishan likewise raised his hand in return salute, creating a dignified scene.

Cheng Ye stood aside, unable to speak, listening to the four’s conversation, realizing they were all Ding Yishan’s former subordinates.

"Old Ding also served in the Pioneer Corps?"

Cheng Ye was slightly perplexed before quickly understanding.

Viewed through today’s lens, an Inspector working in the Pioneer Corps seems incomprehensible.

But now, it’s analogous to external assignments, a crucial step for Inspectors to climb higher and demonstrate their capabilities.