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Previously, Minglou had been struggling with one question—why was Zhang Anping forcing Yu Xiuning!
Arresting Chen Ming is clearly an attempt to force Yu Xiuning to side with the organization, but Chen Ming is Yu Xiuning's weakness, and he can never be one of their own—would forcing Yu Xiuning to side with the organization be of any use?

There's no way she would side with the organization!
Therefore, Minglou was unable to ascertain Zhang Anping's intentions. Without knowing the intentions, simply carrying out the order would cause all sorts of unexpected consequences, which he was unwilling to do.

But now, Jiang Si'an's words have perfectly resolved Ming Lou's confusion.

Force Yu Xiuning to leave!
Note that it was a forced departure—clearly intended to drive Yu Xiuning away from the Northeast Security Bureau system and force her to return to the south…

wrong!

Ming Lou's expression hardened. If it were just a simple matter of forcing Zhang Anping away, why would he go through such a long and complicated process?
Forced to leave...

He gazed at Jiang Si'an:

"How exactly will you force them to leave?"

Jiang Si'an then gave an irrelevant answer: "Zhongyi, you said Yu Xiuning gave us the green light—what's that all about?"

"She knows who you are?"

“My sister is a smart woman. She should have sensed it during the War of Resistance Against Japan. After the Japanese surrendered, the Bureau of Investigation and Statistics strictly ordered the crackdown on our Party organizations. In the Northeast, all kinds of traitors were used to fill the ranks. My sister must have smelled something. Later, something happened that was related to me. She would have found me if she had investigated it. But after she met Yufei, she inexplicably stopped.”

Xu Zhongyi sighed: "Yufei tested her several times, but my sister always evaded the topic and never gave a direct answer. However, several times later, the Inspectorate found clues, but those clues were all transferred to the Intelligence Department in the end."

The intelligence department was under Xu Zhongyi's control. Any clues about the underground party were transferred to the intelligence department, and the outcome was self-evident.

Xu Zhongyi believes that Yu Xiuning's thoughts are:
Yu Xiuning developed a deep friendship with our Party during the War of Resistance against Japan, and after witnessing the corruption and incompetence of the Kuomintang, she became completely disillusioned. However, she was unwilling to betray Zhang Anping, so she could only turn a blind eye as much as possible.

As Xu Zhongyi recounted his story, Jiang Si'an formed a rough guess in her mind:
Yu Xiuning may very well have also sensed something amiss!
Jiang Si'an never considered himself a smart person. Among the first batch of students at Guanwang Temple, there were many who were smarter than him, and Yu Xiuning was able to stand out from the crowd. Her abilities and wisdom absolutely surpassed his own.

After learning about the situation of the Northeast Security Bureau, he immediately thought of a completely impossible possibility: what about Yu Xiuning?

Of course, this doesn't mean that Xu Zhongyi and his group were dumber than Yu Xiuning; it's just that those involved are often blinded by their own perspectives, while bystanders see things more clearly.

As mentioned before, from the perspective of Xu Zhongyi and other comrades, the Northeast Security Bureau's silent and secretive change of identity was accomplished through their arduous efforts, step by step, bit by bit, filled with all sorts of hardships.

However, Yu Xiuning's perspective is clearly different!
If Yu Xiuning realized that the Northeast Security Bureau system had silently changed its colors, she would definitely think about the source—as Zhang Anping's student, and as an outstanding agent who had fought on the Shanghai covert front, no one dared to doubt Zhang Anping's ability and strength!

Thinking of this, Jiang Si'an, under Ming Lou's expectant gaze, uttered a surprising statement:
"I want to see her—your sister."

Minglou seemed to be deep in thought, wondering if Jiang Si'an knew Anping's identity?

No, Jiang Si'an didn't even know Zhang Anping's identity during his infiltration, let alone manage to evacuate back.

However, his direct request to see Yu Xiuning clearly indicated that he had "understood" his superiors' intentions.

Xu Zhongyi hesitated upon hearing this:

"Old Jiang, I think it's better if you don't meet her. What if my sister gets involved with you and goes to the teacher to ask for credit?"

"The teacher probably hates you to death. What if you get caught and taken back..."

Xu Zhongyi found it hard to guess Yu Xiuning's thoughts—but he was certain that Yu Xiuning had no ill intentions towards him, while it was hard to say whether Yu Xiuning had any ill intentions towards others.

Although Jiang Si'an and Yu Xiuning were classmates, their bond was not as strong as hers.

"Don't worry, since she's given us so many favors, why would she change her attitude because of me?"

After Jiang Si'an finished speaking with certainty, she subtly winked at Ming Lou while Xu Zhongyi was pondering.

Minglou remained calm, but he already understood Jiang Si'an's meaning—she wanted to meet with him privately!
So, he guessed Anping's identity?!

Was it because of the Northeast Security Bureau's miraculous ability to change colors?

This makes sense, since Jiang Si'an and Xu Zhongyi are Zhang Anping's only two disciples, and Jiang Si'an is an undercover agent among the Japanese under the identity of Okamoto Heiji, so he understands Anping better.

Moreover, Jiang Si'an's presence in Northeast China, especially as a liaison between the Northeast Bureau of Investigation and Statistics and the underground Communist Party, could not have been possible without Zhang Anping's involvement!
Since Zhang Anping sent Xu Zhongyi through his superiors, it shows that he had considered the consequences.

After some thought, Xu Zhongyi finally reluctantly agreed:

"Alright, I'll find an opportunity later. I won't show my face then. You can go directly to see my sister—after all, she's a classmate and we fought together. She...she shouldn't be able to take you down."

He thought to himself, "If Yu Xiuning really dares to take down Lao Jiang, then I'll go and die with her. When that happens, it will be exposed that Lao Zhang's only two disciples are Communists. Are you scared, sister?"
"Hmm." Minglou agreed, then said to Xu Zhongyi:
"Zhongyi, I'll make the arrangements for Jiang Si'an for now."

Xu Zhongyi agreed without hesitation. In the end, Minglou was the real person in charge—even though he and Minglou were fiercely at odds…

After Mingcheng saw Xu Zhongyi off, only the two of them remained in the room. Minglou looked at Jiang Si'an, and Jiang Si'an looked at Minglou, and the two fell into an awkward silence.

It was Jiang Si'an who broke the awkward atmosphere, saying something pointedly:
"Comrade Minglou, I think the higher-ups don't want some people who made contributions to the nation and the country during the War of Resistance to fall in this civil war between brothers."

Minglou looked at Jiang Si'an strangely, "You could have put it more subtly!"

After a moment of silence, he said:
"So, is it to force Yu Xiuning to leave the Security Bureau system completely?"

This statement undoubtedly acknowledges a fact that neither of them "mentioned":

Who is my superior?

Jiang Si'an nodded gently with an unprecedented ease.

Minglou pressed further, "But why all this inexplicable?"

why?
"The higher-ups should be more optimistic about the situation in the Northeast."

"Even?"

"Comrade Minglou, the higher-ups' plans have always been forward-looking. You can review all the plans you know of. Although some moves seemed inexplicable at the time, a few months or years later, those seemingly insignificant moves turned out to be crucial killing blows!"

Jiang Si'an said in an almost reverent tone:

"Some people simply believe that their superiors have excellent planning skills, but they never consider another possibility:"
His strategic vision is even greater!

higher?

Minglou wholeheartedly agreed—he was a participant, a casual piece that had once been discarded, but now he was a pawn on the "advisor" board.

Once a pawn has crossed the river, it has no choice in its own destiny. But if a pawn touches the advisor, it's no less powerful than a chariot!

Jiang Si'an suppressed the turmoil in her heart.

When he joined the organization, he looked into the distance and could only see a road shrouded in thick fog. Countless people, like him, firmly believed that if they passed through the fog, they would eventually see the light.

But now, the thick fog on this road has dissipated considerably, and they are more convinced than ever before—and at this very moment, someone forcefully pushes aside the remaining fog and tells them with a smile:

The fog is almost gone!
At this moment, Minglou fully understood Jiang Si'an's subconscious meaning, and even said what Jiang Si'an couldn't say aloud:
"After the war in Northeast China came to an end, there were some things that had to be covered up, and could only be covered up—so, you were assigned here, right?"

"Chen Ming, is this a test question?"

Why Jiang Si'an?

Because Jiang Si'an, formerly known as Okamoto Heiji, was hiding in the power structure of Japan!
At that time, Jiang Si'an was practically taught by Zhang Anping himself – Zhang Anping's true successor!

Only he can perfectly match Zhang Anping's thought process!

Why not Minglou?
Minglou's own abilities are certainly commendable, but he and Zhang Anping have always been comrades-in-arms, while Jiang Si'an is his disciple and student. Moreover, during Jiang Si'an's undercover work, he received meticulous guidance from Zhang Anping. From Jiang Si'an's perspective, many of the "internal strife" strategies that Zhang Anping is now using can be seen in every step as a reflection of his maneuvering among the Japanese during the Shanghai period!

This is the key!
Only in this way can there be tacit understanding, and only in this way can the Northeast Security Bureau's work be completed to a degree that satisfies Zhang Anping.

At this point, some people will naturally ask – couldn't Zhang Anping arrange it himself?
Yes, but not in every single detail!

Because of his position, he was destined not to be able to handle every detail. Many times, he might issue an order to arrest Chen Ming "on the grounds of corruption" for various reasons.

The order will definitely be executed, but is the execution method truly Zhang Anping's preferred method?
That's not necessarily true!
Having Jiang Si'an in charge would perfectly fill this gap!

Realizing this, Minglou couldn't help but have a terrible thought: Before the outbreak of the War of Resistance against Japan, he had Jiang Si'an go undercover among the Japanese under the alias Okamoto Heiji. Did he have such a thought?

Impossible! Impossible! Absolutely impossible! No one can see that far!
Given the circumstances at the time, who could have seen that far ahead?
Jiang Si'an also had this guess, but like Ming Lou, he also thought it was impossible—how could a person see that far?

The two regained their composure almost simultaneously, exchanged a glance, and seemed to have both seen through the other's astonishing thought. After a smile, Minglou asked in return:
Have you ever considered the possibility that you might have answered the question incorrectly?

“Then… I’ve disappointed my superiors.” Jiang Si’an felt inexplicably frustrated, as if he could see the disappointment in that person’s expression. In the past, he didn’t care much and even needed to figure out the other person’s thoughts, but now, just thinking about disappointing that person made him feel inexplicably frustrated.

He quickly rallied: "But this is my answer, and this is all I can do."

"Good attitude." Minglou looked at Jiang Si'an approvingly: "Go ahead and do it. I believe that you, who were personally taught by him, will not write an answer that will not satisfy him."

Jiang Si'an nodded vigorously.

……

Yu Xiuning looked calmly through the car window at everything in Shenyang, from the buildings to the numb and desperate expression on the little beggar's face.

Shenyang is still bustling with traffic and people, still a vibrant city, with no trace of gunpowder smoke.

But who could have imagined that the Communist army had already taken control of land transportation, although the travel of ordinary people was not affected—the only thing affected was the flow of military equipment and supplies.

Without the channels of the Bureau of Investigation and Statistics, no one would have imagined that the Communist army was launching a military operation called the "Summer Offensive" in Northeast China, and that their target was various small and medium-sized cities in the Northeast.

But Shenyang remains a bustling metropolis, a vibrant and lively place!
[That was too fast, less than a year, or even less than two years if you count from the end of the War of Resistance.]

No wonder...no wonder!

After Yu Xiuning withdrew her gaze, her eyes were filled with a blank expression.

The man she believed in was walking a completely different path from her—had he essentially given up on her?
Sometimes Yu Xiuning felt very resentful. So many classmates were chosen by you, but why wasn't I chosen? Did you think that from the beginning, we were never on the same path?
The car suddenly braked sharply, rousing Yu Xiuning from her reverie.

The driver poked his head out, cursing:
"Are you fucking asking for death without even looking at the license plate? Don't you recognize this license plate?"

The man who was almost hit bowed and apologized to the driver repeatedly, but the driver didn't notice that the man's hand was moving inexplicably.

Inside the car, Yu Xiuning's pupils contracted sharply, and she frowned at the driver, saying, "Alright, it was probably just an accident. There's no need to make a fuss about it!"

After Yu Xiuning spoke, the driver dared not act aggressively anymore. He glared at the lucky pedestrian and drove away.

After arriving home, the driver parked the car in the garage and left. Not long after, Yu Xiuning appeared in the car, skillfully started the engine, reversed, and drove away.

In the teahouse, the pedestrian who had just been nearly hit sat patiently by the window, appreciating the lively atmosphere of Shenyang, his gaze devoid of sorrow or joy.

Until a cold voice came from behind:

"You're even bolder than I imagined!"

The pedestrian smiled, stood up, turned around, and looked at Yu Xiuning standing behind him: "Sister Yu, meeting old classmates has nothing to do with how brave you are."

He was none other than Jiang Si'an, Jiang Si'an without any disguise!

"Old classmate..."

Yu Xiuning smiled faintly and sat down as if to let loose:

"Old classmates who turned against each other with swords?"

Jiang Si'an shook her head and poured Yu Xiuning a cup of tea:

Is it really going to turn into a war of swords?

"Isn't it?"

"Whether it is or not, Sister Yu, you should know very well."

If we were truly at odds, this meeting wouldn't have happened.

Yu Xiuning gave Jiang Si'an a deep look. Time had left too many marks on Jiang Si'an's face. The unlucky guy who was almost mistaken for a Japanese spy because of the marks left on his wooden clogs was now completely devoid of his youthful appearance. The other person's face was kind, but Yu Xiuning's expression turned cold as she asked:

"So, you've come here to blackmail me?"

"No."

"So, it's... catching up?" Yu Xiuning couldn't help but laugh.

Jiang Si'an also laughed:
"is it not OK?"

“Okay—then let’s just reminisce.”

Faced with Yu Xiuning's sharp attitude, Jiang Si'an had no choice but to "admit defeat": "Sister Yu, I still can't argue with you."

Yu Xiuning chuckled:
"You've never been good with words."

“Yes, I’ve never been good with words.” Jiang Si’an smiled, as if recalling the past, then he changed the subject and said:
"But Sister Yu is different. She has always been the most outstanding one. Although I was lucky enough to be accepted into the teacher's class, when it comes to the teacher's favoritism, compared to you, Sister Yu, it's like the difference between the bright moon and a firefly."

The smile on Yu Xiuning's face gradually disappeared, and a cold expression slowly took over her face.

But she didn't speak; she just quietly looked at Jiang Si'an.

Zhang Anping is her faith—in fact, it's not just her faith, it's the faith of many, many people.

Those people rallied around Zhang Anping, and when China was ravaged by the Japanese invaders, they bravely drew their swords and fought the enemy to the death!

Zhang Anping is still a figure of faith for many people, but... he is no longer Yu Xiuning's faith.

When Yu Xiuning first realized that the Communist Party had infiltrated her circle, the first thing she did was to conduct a secret investigation.

The more she investigated, the more terrified she became.
The more she investigated, the more she wanted to atone with her death.

But after she saw through most of the fog, and after she learned that Jiang Si'an was a Communist Party mole, she suddenly understood everything.

From that moment on, she realized that she was the one who had been "abandoned".

From then on, Zhang Anping was no longer her faith—perhaps out of spite, perhaps out of resentment, perhaps...

In short, in a state of indescribable emotion, Yu Xiuning chose to "watch coldly" and "wait for her fate".

She wanted to see how her former faith would abandon her and how it would deal with her!
And now, the person in front of him must have come with his will!
From Yu Xiuning's expression, Jiang Si'an saw indignation, and a hidden hint of...fear.

are you afraid?

Jiang Si'an knew this wasn't fear—the woman in front of her, leading a group of fierce and arrogant soldiers, had brazenly stepped into Northeast China under the control of the Japanese invaders. How could she possibly be afraid?
It's because of... the teacher!
Seeing this, Jiang Si'an said softly, "Someone has put forward a question."

He gently pushed the teacup towards Yu Xiuning and whispered the question, which was as loud as a thunderclap:

"Use the pretext of embezzlement to take down... Chen Ming."

"Sister Yu, what do you think of this question?"

In an instant, the coldness emanating from Yu Xiuning dissipated, replaced by a fighting spirit as dazzling as fireworks.

Teacher, you actually chose to...force me!

Suddenly, her fighting spirit vanished, and after a soft laugh, Yu Xiuning said:

"Teachers hate corruption the most, Chen Ming... he deserved this fate!"

Even if you are my teacher, my husband is my Achilles' heel. If you touch my Achilles' heel, even if you are my teacher, I will...fear no battle!
Trying to force me?

No way! (End of Chapter)