Gourmet: Twins' Father and Chef of the Kindergarten

Chapter 338 - 314: Top-Level Anti-Riot Drill

On the morning of October 12, sunlight spilled over the city like fine threads, adding a warm golden glow to the peaceful morning.

Suddenly.

Several police cars shot through the streets like arrows, breaking the silence and leaving tense and urgent traces, heralding a unique emergency operation.

"Screech—"

As the driver slammed on the brakes, the tires violently rubbed against the ground, emitting a sharp and piercing sound, finally bringing the police cars to a steady stop near the entrance of Dorami Kindergarten.

The car doors swung open instantly...

Followed by a series of uniform, powerful footsteps,

More than a dozen police officers leapt out of the cars like lightning, quickly lining up in an orderly manner in front of the kindergarten gate.

Behind them closely followed a TV reporter and several photographers.

This TV reporter was none other than Cai Qinyu with a microphone in hand.

One of the photographers carrying a camera was her reliable partner—Brother Qin.

The other photographers were her colleagues!

Hearing the urgent commotion outside, Uncle Li hurriedly stepped out of the guardroom, and his eyes were instantly drawn to the orderly lineup at the entrance of the kindergarten.

He stared at the formidable scene, and for a moment, his mind suddenly went blank.

But years of security experience instinctively led him to think that such a formation must be here to capture someone.

Upon this thought...

A peculiar tension surged in his heart, causing his two old legs to tremble involuntarily. He faltered and asked, "You... you, who are you looking for?"

Nervous he might be!

But he mustn’t lose his composure!

He strained to show his tougher side, his voice firm, "I tell you... this is a kindergarten, and we won’t allow any disorder here. Let me tell you, I have trained for this..."

As he spoke, he lifted his sleeve.

Unfortunately!

He was wearing short sleeves, with no sleeve to lift...

This was awkward indeed!

Well.

If I’m not embarrassed, then the embarrassment is someone else’s...

Thus...

Uncle Li firmly clenched his slightly trembling hands into fists, standing steady on his feet, his body lean forward a bit, striking a ready-for-battle posture, intently staring at the plain-clothed Guan Shiming, silently declaring: Though I’m old, as long as I stand guard here, I will do everything to protect the kindergarten and every child’s safety.

Guan Shiming noticed Uncle Li’s stance, his mouth couldn’t help but curl into a smile.

This guard is quite interesting...

Though he might be a bit nervous inside, his resolute demeanor certainly wasn’t inferior to that of the police officers.

With a diligent guard like this, the safety of the kindergarten has undoubtedly received immense assurance!

He approached with a smile, explaining to Uncle Li, "Hello, sir, I’m Guan Shiming, in charge of today’s anti-riot drill at the kindergarten. We’re here mainly to discuss and finalize the drill details with Director Liang. Your support and cooperation would be greatly appreciated."

Yue Xifeng followed closely and also smiled, introducing, "Sir, this is Captain Guan, he’s specially responsible for today’s anti-riot drill."

Uncle Li found Yue Xifeng’s voice quite familiar, and couldn’t resist scrutinizing him closely.

The scrutiny was crucial...

With one look...

Oh~

"Isn’t this Officer Yue, the very one who smartly caught the three parents attempting to climb over the gate just a few days ago?"

Oh~

Indeed, without his uniform...

He almost didn’t recognize him!

Uh...

This truly echoed the saying "the flood washed away the Temple of the Dragon King—families don’t recognize each other"...

Now, Uncle Li also belatedly recalled Yue Xifeng’s mention before leaving the last time about "coming to the kindergarten for an anti-riot drill tomorrow or the day after tomorrow".

Suddenly enlightened, Uncle Li swiftly pulled back his ready-for-battle posture, his face breaking into a cordial smile, addressing Yue Xifeng warmly, "So it’s you, Officer Yue! I saw you in uniform just the other day, and you changed to casual clothes today, I truly didn’t recognize you."

"Since you’re here for an anti-riot drill, I’ll give Director Liang a call to have her come over promptly."

Yue Xifeng smilingly waved his hand in response, "No trouble at all, sir. I’ve already called Director Liang in advance; she’ll be here shortly."

"Oh, I see, then please come inside!"

As Uncle Li spoke, he pressed the remote and the gate slowly opened.

At this moment.

Director Liang hastened over, upon seeing Yue Xifeng, she apologized with sincerity, "Officer Yue, I’m sorry, I didn’t expect you to come so early; my apologies for the delay, sorry to keep you waiting."

"Director Liang, we’ve just arrived. We hope to complete the anti-riot drill promptly to avoid affecting the children’s lunchtime." Yue Xifeng replied with a smile, then turned to Guan Shiming to introduce, "This is Captain Guan Shiming, in charge of this anti-riot drill."

"Hello, Captain Guan, I’m Liang Yinqiu from Dorami Kindergarten." Liang Yinqiu extended her hand towards Guan Shiming with a smile, observing him keenly.

Guan Shiming appeared to be in his forties, with a standard square face, giving a serious and earnest impression.

"Hello, Director Liang!" Guan Shiming extended his hand, politely shaking hands with Liang Yinqiu and smiling in response, "Thank you for cooperating with our work. Together, we’ll complete this important anti-riot drill."

"Captain Guan, you’re too courteous. This is what our kindergarten should be doing."

Liang Yinqiu laughed in response, then glanced at Yue Xifeng next to her, and turned her gaze to the neatly arranged team of ten or so police officers, along with the busy reporters and photographers...

The scale of this anti-riot drill seems much larger than anticipated.

Indeed.

Initially, she thought the anti-riot drill would be like before, with a few people pretending to be terrorists bluffing the kids, while a few teachers would easily subdue them.

Who would have thought...

The scale this time exceeded her expectations...

Everywhere she looked, there were not only plainclothes officers but also fully armed police, and even the presence of SWAT officers.

It’s undeniable that this greatly differed from what she understood as "a regular anti-riot drill."

Confused, she looked at Yue Xifeng as if questioning: Officer Yue, wasn’t this supposed to be a regular anti-riot drill? Why has the scale suddenly become so large?

Upon realizing the depth in Liang Yinqiu’s gaze, Yue Xifeng forced a bitter smile and shrugged helplessly.

Honestly!

This situation also far surpassed his expectations; he too didn’t foresee Dorami Kindergarten’s anti-riot drill being this grand...

Guan Shiming also noticed Liang Yinqiu’s confusion and spoke, "Director Liang, Director Liang, the situation now might differ somewhat from what Officer Yue previously communicated with you."

Hmm~

Captain Guan, oh Captain Guan~

Could you be misunderstanding the phrase "somewhat differ?"

This isn’t just "somewhat" different!

It’s clearly a world of difference...

Of course.

This complaint, Liang Yinqiu could only mumble inwardly, without expressing openly.

Furthermore, facing the police officers, all she could do was cooperate fully.

However...

When her gaze shifted to the police cars not far away, she saw three "criminals" in combat gear, heads tightly wrapped with only eyes exposed, each holding an AK...

Her eyes widened as large as copper bells.

After all, such attire is indeed rare in a place with good public order like Huaxia.

Apparently!

The scale and authenticity of this anti-riot drill far exceeded her imagination...

She asked incredulously, "Captain Guan, are there really going to be ’criminals’ with AKs participating in this drill?"

Upon hearing Liang Yinqiu’s query, a trace of helplessness flashed across Guan Shiming’s face, yet he seriously explained, "Director Liang, it’s true."

"To more realistically simulate emergency situations, we’ve specially arranged these ’criminals’ with AKs to participate in the drill."

"This anti-riot drill simulates varying degrees of emergency situations based on the actual situations of each kindergarten."

"And your Dorami Kindergarten has drawn the highest level simulation scenario - terrorists entering the kindergarten and taking teachers and students hostage."

"Meanwhile, we’ve invited local TV station reporters and photographers to capture every detail of this drill, helping everyone better appreciate the importance and response methods of the anti-riot drill."

My goodness!

These words left Liang Yinqiu’s eyes widening like copper bells again, the shock in her heart causing an involuntary outburst within.

What’s going on?

Highest level violent drill?

Terrorists taking over the entire kindergarten?

Are you freaking serious?

Moreover...

Why does Dorami Kindergarten have to face such a high-level anti-riot drill?

Could it be because a parent climbed over the gate a couple of days ago?

After a brief contemplation, she couldn’t help but inquire further, "Captain Guan, I’m curious, what’s the level of the anti-riot drill at the nearby Hu Jin Kindergarten? Is it the same as ours?"

Guan Shiming answered, "Hu Jin Kindergarten’s drill is relatively simple, only simulating a scene with three criminals wielding knives entering the kindergarten."

"Then why are we undergoing the highest level anti-riot drill?" Liang Yinqiu turned to Yue Xifeng, wondering if it was a special arrangement by him.

Understanding fully, Yue Xifeng instantly donned a "I didn’t, it wasn’t me, don’t speculate" expression, explaining, "Director Liang, the level of this drill was completely decided by random draw."

In other words, he didn’t interfere.

Guan Shiming nodded seriously, "Yes, Director Liang, the level of this drill was indeed decided through fair draws."

"Since Dorami Kindergarten drew the highest level anti-riot drill, I hope you can fully cooperate with our work to ensure the drill proceeds smoothly."

"Through this drill, let the children deeply understand the dangers posed by criminals and learn to stay away from them, without ever showing any sympathy to bad people."

"This is crucial for their safety education."

"Director Liang, is that okay with you?"