Los Angeles Detective

August 20, after seven o'clock in the evening.

Palisades community.

Luke and Li Zhaofeng came out of the wine cellar carrying two boxes of wine, and arranged for the waiters of the party company to arrange drinks. There were a variety of drinks, including red wine, champagne, whiskey, rum, beer, Moutai and Wuliangye.

Liquor is rarely served at gatherings, but there are many Chinese in this community, so there is still some liquor.

For the Chinese, whether Moutai tastes good or not is one thing, but it is a symbol of strength and status.

Even though Luke doesn't like Maotai-flavored wine, he still recognizes Moutai's status in the hearts of Chinese people.

The two do not conflict.

The little fat man was wearing a black suit, white shirt, bow tie, and black leather shoes, and was taking pictures in the yard with his mobile phone.

Linda was standing by the side, talking with the waiter of the party company, adjusting the lighting layout of the courtyard.

As the hostess of the party tonight, Linda wore a beautiful blue dress and jewelry given to her by Luke, and she even had her hair done in the afternoon.

Luke smiled and walked over, "Hi, Ms. Sullivan, I like your new hairstyle, it's very beautiful."

"Really? I'm still wondering if it's a little short."

Luke said firmly, "No, it's very fashionable and it suits you very well."

"Brother, am I handsome tonight?" The little fat man also came over and made a pose that he thought was cool.

Luke touched the fabric of the little fat man's suit, "Yes, I paid for it."

The little fat man rolled his eyes, "It's my ability to spend your money, isn't it?"

Luke laughed and cursed, "You nasty guy, I really want to kick your ass."

The little fat man stepped aside and made a grimace.

After seven o'clock, the party was ready, and the neighbors arrived one after another.

The first wave of customers was a Chinese couple surnamed Lin. They ran a Japanese restaurant chain and gave Luke a 20% off membership card.

Luke accepted it with a smile. He always felt that it was strange and nondescript for Chinese to run a Japanese food restaurant.

Luke invited them into the yard, and then went to the door to meet other guests.

As eight o'clock approached, more neighbors came to the party. Some opened dental clinics, some were engaged in foreign trade business, and executives of listed companies. The average price of houses in this community exceeded tens of millions of dollars. If it wasn't for the high-income group I can't afford it at all, and the annual property tax is a big problem.

Most of the people who can buy houses in this community are elites from all walks of life, and this is also an opportunity to expand your network.

Luke received more than 20 waves one after another, with a total of sixty or seventy people.

Before the official start of the party, Luke walked to the stage and said a few words, while welcoming the neighbors as guests, he briefly introduced himself again.

Because they are all neighbors and are familiar with each other, the party quickly became lively.

As the host tonight, Luke walked among the neighbors with a glass of wine in hand, chatting with each neighbor as much as possible, remembering their names and appearances.

It is difficult for ordinary people to remember sixty or seventy people at once, but Luke's observation skills are far beyond ordinary people, and his memory is not bad, so he can still remember all of them.

The number of people attending the party was more than Luke had imagined, and the staff of the party company added some fruit plates and meat, so the cost of the party might be higher.

But it’s not a big problem. The real consumption of the party is mostly drinks, venues and labor. The food at the party doesn’t cost much.

The party venue is Luke's own home, and the drinks are also provided by Luke himself, so the cost of hiring a party company is not high.

Luke's police status is quite conspicuous among neighbors, and he is also the only policeman in the entire Palisades community.

Some neighbors have heard his name, and others are interested in the cases he has investigated.

Luke talked about some interesting and interesting cases, which attracted many neighbors to watch.

An old white man wearing black-rimmed glasses came over and raised his glass, "Luke, I've been looking forward to your housewarming party, and I'm very happy to be your neighbor."

Luke looked at the other person. It was Romit Bull, the author of "The Gone Girl". Before, in a murder case Luke investigated, the murderer imitated the plot of his novel, "Mr. Bull, I'm glad you can come.

We are also half of the same team. "

"Haha..." Romit Bull smiled happily, "You are right, I have been writing mystery novels for half my life, and it is indeed somewhat similar to the work of the police."

Luke asked curiously, "Any new works recently?"

"Yes, I want to write a novel with a policeman as the protagonist, are you interested?"

"What's the meaning?"

"I want to create a detective novel based on you. Your experience itself is legendary. You became the captain of the robbery and murder department at a young age, and you have solved many important and bizarre cases.

You are Sherlock Holmes of Los Angeles.

I believe that novels based on you will definitely sell well. "

"Hehe." Luke smiled, "Are you serious?"

"Yes, I already have creative ideas in my head, and it would be great if you could give me some more advice or case materials.

I believe this will be a great work. "

"Wow..." Luke shrugged. "I'm honored."

Romit Bull patted Luke on the shoulder, "Luke, let's make an appointment and have a good chat.

I believe you will be interested. "

"OK." Luke said casually.

The two didn't chat for too long, after all, Luke was the host of the party and had to take care of the other guests.

Luke chatted with the other guests for a while.

A Chinese boss in a foreign trade business seemed very 'enthusiastic' when chatting with Luke, and he seemed hesitant to speak.

Luke didn't ask any further questions either. The first time they met, they knew each other very well, so there was no need to make shallow remarks.

After nine o'clock in the evening, neighbors left one after another, and Luke personally sent them to the gate of the courtyard.

At ten o'clock in the evening, the last wave of guests was sent away, and the housewarming party was officially over.

The employees of the party company started to clean up the tables and chairs, and cleaned up, and it was nearly eleven o'clock in the evening.

The little fat man wanted to sleep at Luke's house, but was dragged away by Linda's ears.

Luke also drank a lot tonight, chatted with Li Zhaofeng for a while, and then went back to his room to sleep.

...

The next day, Li Zhaofeng returned to New York. He planned to register a company in New York. Through this company, he would acquire the shares of Kallman Pharmaceuticals, and there would be fewer connections with Luke if he opened a company in another place.

After Luke sent his father to the airport bus, he also drove to work at the police station.

After resting for so long, it's time to show up, that is, there are no important cases recently, otherwise, Reid must have contacted him to return to the team.

It was the first time for Luke to drive a newly bought Raptor pickup to work. The new car attracted the attention of many people as soon as it entered the police station.

Captain Jones of the anti-crime and anti-drug department walked around the pickup truck, "Man, I heard that your Mercedes-Benz was in an accident. Is this a new one?"

"Yes, the car has a lot of power and feels good."

Captain Jones patted the car body and said with a smile, "Standard equipment for a macho, huh?"

Luke smiled, and the two chatted as they walked towards the office building.

After the two separated, Luke went directly to the office of the First Squadron of the Robbery and Murder Division.

"Hi guys, good morning."

Jackson laughed, "Captain, welcome back from vacation."

The deputy team joked, "You're so chic, you've been gone for half a month, I'm really worried that you might go to the wrong office."

"Haha..." Luke laughed, "Deputy team, you should worry about yourself, I haven't reached the age of dementia yet."

Deputy team "..."

Xiao Hei couldn't wait to ask, "Captain, have you bought a new car?"

"How did you know?"

Xiao Hei pointed out the window, "I found out when you drove that big guy into the police station, how do you feel?"

"not bad."

Everyone chatted for a while, and Luke went to the deputy director's office.

"Boom..."

"Come in." Reid's voice sounded from the office.

Luke pushed the door open and greeted with a smile, "Good morning, Director."

"You are finally willing to go to work. The deputy team has complained to me more than once."

Luke shrugged, "Nagging is a common problem of old people, and my grandpa is like this too, just get used to it."

Rhett smiled, "You came just in time, I have something to tell you."

Rhett poured two cups of coffee and handed one to Luke.

"What's up?"

"Chief Coleman may be reassigned from the Detective Department."

Coleman is the current chief of the Detective Department.

Luke had heard the news from David before, but he still pretended to hear it for the first time, "Why was he transferred? Didn't he do a good job?"

"He has done a good job, so he may be transferred to the General Administration."

"when?"

"The time has not been determined yet, probably in the second half of this year or early next year."

Luke asked concerned, "Who will take over the position of director?"

"It's still uncertain. It may be an external transfer, it may be Deputy Director Savage, or it may be me."

Although what Rhett said was a bit reserved, Luke could tell that the other party was quite confident, "Rett, I think you are more suitable for the position of director.

Is there anything I can do for you? "

Rhett smiled, "Just do your job well, don't forget, I'm still the director of the Robbery and Murder Division.

If the Robbery and Murder Division makes a mistake, I will also be responsible. "

"Understood, I will do my job well and handle all the cases of the first squadron."

"Very good." Reid continued with a satisfied expression, "If I am no longer in charge of the Robbery and Murder Division, then I need to re-elect a director.

The current deputy director, Magna Meite, should be the first choice for the director.

At that time, the post of deputy director will also be vacant. "Red looked at Luke, "Although you are young and have less seniority among the four captains, I value your ability more.

You have to work hard. "

"I will." Luke could understand such an obvious hint.

The two chatted for a while, and Luke left the chief's office.

Luke had already heard the news from David, but it meant different things depending on who said it.

Although Reid is suspected of making a big deal, the position of deputy director is very attractive to Luke, and he does have a chance to win it.

That being the case, why not give it a try?