Dozens of riot police and officers surrounded the Grand Hotel, led by Director Zhao Sicheng of the West City Branch in charge of security.
Director Zhao saw Xu Xiangbei and the big guys sprawled out on the ground and immediately understood: "Playing hero again, Dr. Xu?"
Xu Xiangbei said helplessly, "These guys ganged up on me, over a dozen against one. I had to defend myself. These are their baseball bats, all with their fingerprints, all right here."
Director Zhao laughed, "Since it's self-defense, I won't take you to the station."
"Thanks, Director Zhao. Aren't you with the West City Branch? Why are you handling security here too?"
Director Zhao laughed mysteriously, "I cracked the Li Sandao theft ring case and got commendation from the province. I've been transferred to the city bureau now."
Xu Xiangbei smiled in sudden realization, "Promoted! Congratulations, congratulations."
