Every year-end military conscription takes place, and the police station has to assist with the political background checks.
Today, recruitment officers came for a home visit; it's the son of Yang, the factory manager from the pressing factory, who is joining the army. Director Zhang from the local Military Department, who just had surgery and can't drink, was graciously cajoled. Under the enthusiastic invitation of both Director Zhang and Manager Yang, Li Guangming, the chief of Sanxing Police Station, joined them as their guest.
Military officers can really hold their liquor; Li Guangming, who prided himself on his drinking ability, could only concede defeat.
Feeling dizzy from the alcohol, he returned to the station and was about to brew a strong cup of tea to sober up when the instructor, who usually takes a nap at this time, followed him in.
Li Guangming found it odd and turned to ask, "Old Wu, what's the matter?"
