"We're about to get in the car, let's chat online when we have a chance."
After chatting with Ma Bing and others for a while, Xia Xu also learned that several of them were admitted to several technical colleges in Decheng, so they agreed to report together. However, seeing that the boarding time was approaching, he could only say goodbye to them first.
Pets were not allowed on the train, so Atuo had his luggage checked in back to Xingcheng, and only Xia Xu and Tang Youxin boarded the train together.
Fortunately, there were no dangers along the way. Xingcheng and Decheng are neighboring cities, so the two of them walked out of Xingcheng Railway Station at around ten o'clock.
"Mr. Xia, I heard that you are back in Star City. Would you like to come over for tea when you are free?"
Xia Xu had just returned home after picking up Atuo with Xiao Baihua, and before he could even drink a sip of water, his cell phone rang.
"This is really a rare thing. Team Leader Liu, you actually invited me for tea? Isn't it the same as the tea you had with your disciplinary inspectors?"
Xia Xu laughed when he answered the phone.
Because the person who called was an old acquaintance, Liu Quande from the logistics team of the special department of Nanhu Province.
He was a rather old-fashioned and cold person. Although the two had had several close interactions, he absolutely did not believe that Liu Quande would invite him for tea in private.
All in all, no one goes to the temple unless he has something to ask for.
"It's just that I want to discuss something with you, Mr. Xia."
Liu Quande did not hide his intention and directly stated his purpose.
"Okay, but forget about the tea. I'll just come directly to your ministry."
Xia Xu smiled, agreed readily, hailed a car and headed straight for the special department’s headquarters.
He had originally wanted to stop by to see Uncle Luo and Zhang Qun and the others, but he came at an inopportune time as the entire special operations team had already gone out on a mission. After all, they had to take care of the entire province, and they had been traveling back and forth all year round.
"Team Leader Liu, can we tell what's going on now?"
After finding Liu Quande in the logistics team, Xia Xu got straight to the point.
"It's the same problem as before. We hope Xinghai Biology will cooperate with us in publicity and stabilize public opinion..."
Liu Quande didn't waste any time and stated his intention directly.
This time, it would be more accurate to say that it was the special department that was looking for Xinghai Group rather than him looking for Xia Xu. However, due to concerns about the impact and unnecessary complications, they confirmed their intentions privately before the formal conversation.
When such matters involving a wide range of issues are brought to the table, it always appears as if a consensus has been reached, but the actual situation must have been discussed in private.
Otherwise, if they come forward in a formal capacity, neither side will have any room for maneuver. Each will have to consider factors such as image, reputation, and authority, which will ultimately lead to the breakdown of talks and even cause unnecessary adverse consequences.
The reason why the special department looked for Xia Xu, or rather, for Xinghai Biology, was very simple, it was still the incident related to public opinion last time.
The attitude of the special departments and even the entire official high-level officials towards incidents such as werewolves had already been decided last time. They did not intend to block the news anymore, but decided to gradually let the public know and get used to it.
Only in this way can we better maintain the country's original order and legal principles, and only in this way can many actions of special departments be no longer restricted and truly reasonable and legal.
Otherwise, as is the case now, if we want to deal with a werewolf, but it turns out that he has a legal identity and may even be a foreigner, do we have to let the special department follow the police's process of investigation, evidence collection and prosecution
Yes, they can break the rules and act secretly, but this will inevitably leave huge hidden dangers.
Manipulation of public opinion by enemy countries, international disputes, and reduction of image, reputation, and credibility are all much more deadly than werewolves.
So after a long discussion, the top leaders of the Xia country have officially established their attitude that they will no longer block and conceal such things. Perhaps they can also use this first-mover advantage to trick the countries that are still covering up.
Of course, basic control of public opinion is definitely necessary. Being open is one thing, and minimizing the impact and unrest as much as possible is another.
So there was the last time when Xia Xu fought against the werewolf but was secretly publicized, and there was also this time when he was looking for the star sea creatures.
The special department hopes to come out in the open after gradually publicizing various special events that have caused unrest and heated discussions, and may hold some publicity such as press conferences and press releases.
In order to demonstrate the ability and determination to maintain public order, in addition to creating some official role models and a few civilian examples, the most important propaganda offensive will be various types of high-tech armaments. The one hundred enhanced dogs put into service by Xinghai Biology are the first and most perfect propaganda objects.
Whether dogs are used as helpers to guard the house or as pets, their close image in humans has long been deeply rooted. They are also relatively mysterious and enhanced by high-end biotechnology. Combined with the existing image of police dog teams and military dog teams, there is nothing more suitable than this.
That's why the special department approached Xia Xu, hoping that Xinghai Biological would cooperate with the publicity and at the same time enhance the confidence of the people by presenting its image as a national enterprise and high-tech military-industrial enterprise.
This is of course just a small starting point for stabilizing public opinion, but this aspect is obviously very necessary and important, otherwise it will easily be used by those with ulterior motives to cause panic.
To be honest, this whole thing is not fundamentally different from the last time the special department instigated the werewolf siege video. The only difference is that this time the target has changed to star sea creatures, and their status in the eyes of both parties is no longer the same.
At the beginning, the special department acted directly without even notifying them, but now both Xia Xu and Xinghai Biology have become existences that they need to take seriously, so this time not only does it require notification and discussion, but they also have to confirm the intention privately first.
"Sure, there's no problem on my end. Xinghai Group promises that it won't let us down."
After hearing the purpose of the visit, Xia Xu pondered for a moment and nodded slightly, agreeing to the matter.
Xinghai Group and Xinghai Bio have long been exposed to the public. During the last medical insurance negotiations, Xinghai Bio took the opportunity to boost its public reputation. Now, it has become a well-known domestic pharmaceutical company with a very good image and reputation.
As for another level, the cooperation between military qualifications and special departments cannot be concealed at all. Coupled with Atuo and his exposure, many people can easily associate it with enhanced dogs and human enhancement technology.
Xinghai Biology has long been in the sights of major forces, and they are targeting more than one or two people. It was already very obvious at the job fair a few days ago, with dozens of people in the second security team alone.
In this case, there is naturally no need for him and the Xinghai Group to hide anything any more. They can't keep a low profile even if they want to. It would be a good opportunity to increase their reputation and influence.
This is an official platform used as a propaganda model. By then, Xinghai Biology will become the top high-tech group in the eyes of the public and various capital forces. In the eyes of the public, it will become extremely mysterious and grand - a super enterprise that develops genetic technology, creates extraordinary creatures, and cooperates with the country.
Such a great company, the various products and drugs it develops are so effective! Buy them all!
Moreover, the invisible benefits of reputation are still very great. For example, many factories, material suppliers, and even independent research and development teams may take the initiative to come to discuss cooperation. When the company is well-known, discussions on cooperation with those large corporate groups will attract attention, and all aspects will go much more smoothly.
After all, technology has never been developed behind closed doors, especially mechanical and electronic technology. Many components and consumables have to be purchased through these cooperative manufacturers. Biotechnology also has a large demand for consumables and equipment. The most typical example is the Xingke No. 1 experimental monkey.