For Fang Xinwu, the end of his undercover assignment in the Golden Triangle had instead left him feeling empty.
His circumstances were complicated. Ordinary law enforcement work, wearing rank insignia bearing the national emblem, no longer suited him.
Most importantly, Fang Xinwu had left the police system all those years ago because of a very serious dereliction of duty on his part.
Although his organizational affiliation still lay within Mainland China's police system, he actually had no clearly defined identity on record.
Over the following decade and more on the covert front, Fang Xinwu had also committed no shortage of acts strictly prohibited in Mainland China.
After all, although Mainland China's judicial system did allow for pardon orders, the conditions for a pardon were extremely stringent.
Fang Xinwu could move freely within Mainland China, and as long as he committed no crimes there, its judicial system would not settle old scores with him.
At the same time, he could also enjoy generous benefits and support from Mainland China's police system.
But if he wanted to put that navy blue police uniform back on, it was essentially impossible.
As for leaving the anti-drug effort he had devoted himself to all this time?
The hatred and mission he bore simply would not allow him to make that decision.
Just as Fang Xinwu had said, Zhou Quan knew his file very well.
"As long as you're interested, I'll handle the procedural side!"
A faint smile touched Zhou Quan's lips as he said calmly, "If you're ready to leave the covert front, I'll submit an application to Mainland China."
"I'll invite you to join the Hong Kong Island Police Force through the special talent recruitment program."
"The rank might not be particularly high. Chief inspector is the highest I can offer."
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