Chapter 293
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Chapter 293: Zhang Tang
Back to the main topic, upon hearing the name, Luo Ji couldn’t help but ask curiously.
“Why did you name yourself ‘Tang?’ Or was it someone else who named you?”
A look of embarrassment appeared on Zhang Tang’s face, and he slowly replied.
“Because your subordinate loves drinking soup, so I took that name…”
“Cough, cough, cough!”
This unbeatable explanation startled Luo Ji, who immediately straightened his face.
Loving soup, and thus simply naming oneself ‘Tang,’ it was truly impeccable.
However, on second thought, early humans did indeed name themselves in such ways, so Luo Ji felt relieved.
He then slowly shifted his gaze to the pop-up attribute panel.
[Name: Zhang Tang
Gender: Male
Age: 23
Loyalty: 92
Bravery: ★★☆
Intelligence: ★★★☆
Spirit: ★★★☆☆
Stamina: ★★★
Leadership: ★★☆
Talent: Impartial: This unit cannot be bribed, corrupted, or defected!
Skill: Strict Enforcement (Passive): Under ‘Law Enforcement’ state, efficiency increases by 30%, and effect increases by 15%.
Tactics: None]
Looking at the attribute panel, Luo Ji was secretly surprised.
Luo Jin really did recommend a top-tier talent!
The ‘Impartial’ talent seemed to have no special attribute bonuses, but the absolute effect of being unable to be bribed, corrupted, or defected was simply too important!
Especially for a Dark Division commander.
Because anyone in this position would inevitably know many internal secrets that ordinary people wouldn’t.
If someone possessing such confidential information were to be bribed or betray, the thought alone was terrifying.
So, almost immediately upon seeing this talent, Luo Ji decided on Zhang Tang.
He was indeed a suitable person to serve as the Dark Division Commander!
However, formalities still had to be observed.
With this thought, Luo Ji suddenly asked.
“I heard that the slow slicing execution was personally carried out by you. So I ask you, how many cuts did you make in total?”
“Reporting to Leader, a total of 1,792 cuts.”
Without even half a second of hesitation, Zhang Tang immediately stated a number.
To be honest, the number he reported was so straightforward that Luo Ji wondered if the young man had just made a figure to deceive him.
Thinking of this, Luo Ji casually added.
“Can you elaborate?”
“Yes.”
Hearing this, Zhang Tang responded and then spoke almost without pause.
“Your subordinate began from the chest.”
“On the first day, a total of 197 cuts were made, with a half-hour rest after every 10 cuts, and medicine applied to stop bleeding to prevent him from dying from blood loss.”
“On the second day, a total of 189 cuts…”
These details flowed from Zhang Tang’s mouth, and during this time, Luo Ji secretly kept count.
By the end, it was exactly 1,792 cuts!
Just for this ability to justify himself, whether the 1,792 cuts were real or not ceased to be important.
Luo Jin, who was standing by, already had a somewhat unnatural expression on his face halfway through Zhang Tang’s explanation, and his feet unconsciously shifted half a step sideways.
Luo Ji paid no attention to this, and then openly stated.
“I favor you. From today forward, you will be the Dark Division Commander of the Mirror Division.”
“Zhang Tang thanks the Leader.”
“But your subordinate dares to ask, what position is the Dark Division Commander of the Mirror Division?”
“What duties should they normally be responsible for?”
A smile spread further across Luo Ji’s lips upon hearing this.
“Good, good. You are meticulous in your work and know to ask for clarification. Luo Jin will tell you what the Dark Division Commander of the Mirror Division needs to do later. You may withdraw.”
“Yes, your subordinate obeys.”
Upon hearing this, Zhang Tang did not press further, retreating respectfully.
After watching Zhang Tang leave, Luo Jin, who had been standing silently by, seemed to make a decision.
He suddenly stepped forward two paces.
“Chief, your subordinate has something to say.”
“Is it about that Zhang Tang?”
Luo Ji took a sip of tea, as if he had already guessed what Luo Jin wanted to say.
“Yes.”
Luo Jin responded and then decisively spoke.
“Your subordinate somewhat regrets recommending this person.”
A knowing look flashed in Luo Ji’s eyes.
“Are you worried he will become a menace in the future?”
“Yes!”
Luo Jin nodded unreservedly in admission.
“Please, Chief, reconsider the choice for the Dark Division Commander!”
“Luo Jin, as the commander of the Mirror Division, you should be very clear about what the Mirror Division manages and what principles your words and actions should be based upon.”
Luo Ji said calmly.
“Your subordinate understands the Chief’s meaning.”
“As the commander of the Mirror Division, I cannot convict him for something that has not yet happened.”
Luo Jin’s voice paused here, and then a resolute glint appeared in his eyes.
“However, the position of Dark Division Commander is extremely significant. I ask the Chief to consider it carefully!”
“I do not intend to change this decision.”
Luo Ji shook his head with a smile, and then slowly continued.
“The stronger the light, the deeper the shadows. Any object or system has two sides, and every system needs someone to bear the dark part within the shadows, lest this darkness lose control and run wild. If you are worried, then go monitor him. I permit it, but remember to know when to stop. Moreover, I hope that on official matters, you can view Zhang Tang’s existence with a more unbiased mindset, rather than carrying any prejudice due to some of his actions.”
“Yes, your subordinate understands.”
With the conversation reaching this point, Luo Jin clearly knew that Luo Ji’s mind was made up, and he said no more.
After a simple bow, he excused himself.
Watching Luo Jin leave his office, Luo Ji stretched vigorously, then glanced at the mountain of reports piled on his desk.
This was even after two assistant secretaries had already taken a large portion off his hands.
Now that his domain had grown so vast, he truly had no leisure time.
Incidentally, his former assistant secretary, Bai Xu, had been assigned to serve as a sub-city lord in one of the lower cities some time ago.
Assistant secretaries had come and gone in waves, but the daily workload only increased, making Luo Ji keenly feel that his recent development had been too rapid.
He had wanted to slow down and stabilize, but alas, some people wouldn’t give him that chance.
“I hope Zhou Dongnan’s death can make some people settle down for a while…”
Thinking this, Luo Ji couldn’t help but sigh.
The phrase “the tree desires calm, but the wind will not cease” was perfectly suited to describe his current state.
