Spy wars start with lurking Secretary Hong

Chapter 400 A Tiger Uncle Has No Dog Nephews

Zhou house.

Zhou Yi ate his breakfast slowly.

Steamed buns, porridge, and a stack of Harbin red sausages, along with a small amount of pickled vegetables.

"Do you have enough money?" He looked at Gu Qiuyan across from him.

"It's enough." Gu Qiuyan nodded.

"If you're bored at home, you can go watch a movie or browse the Golden Sun Department Store."

If Mrs. Gao and the others ask you to play mahjong, try to decline if you can.

"Of course, we can't completely push it away."

"I can go once or twice a week."

"But remember, they are very likely to try to get information out of you, so you need to be mentally prepared and have a contingency plan."

Zhou Yi earnestly gave his instructions.

"I know." Gu Qiuyan was not used to his lecturing tone and frowned slightly in repulsion.

"Old Wei will be coming over to deliver the cabinet later."

"He will call you before he comes to confirm the situation."

“He will ask you if anyone is home, and you should say that you are home alone and it is inconvenient for him to bring the transmitter over from the cabinet.

“If you say, ‘It’s okay, just send it over,’ he’ll just have empty boxes sent over.”

"Remember, you can use the snow shovel to observe what's happening outside when appropriate."

"If anyone is found lingering for an extended period of time, or if unfamiliar street vendors or stalls appear on both sides of the street, the plan should be immediately halted."

"If I find anything, I'll call you to let you know you forgot your workbook."

"I put it in the second drawer of my bedside table."

Zhou Yi knew she was careless and unmotivated at work, so he gave her detailed instructions.

"I've got it." Gu Qiuyan said, pursing her lips.

"correct.

"Corey submitted our files to the Security Bureau."

"Is your identity legitimate?"

Zhou Yi asked.

“No problem. I used the identity of the original owner to go to the interior, and she looks somewhat similar to me. Old Wei has also taken care of everything, including her school registration,” Gu Qiuyan said.

"We still need to be careful. Let Lao Wei review the situation again."

"Gao Bin is a terrifying person. He remembers very clearly how many drinks people had that day, which hand they used to eat, and whether they liked spicy food or not. Two years ago, he had dinner with people at the same table.

"Anyone who underestimates him will pay a heavy price."

Zhou Yi said with a chilling look in his eyes.

"correct.

"Old Wei said we don't seem like a couple, and this house doesn't feel human."

He said that was not good.

Gu Qiuyan nodded and then said.

"No, that won't work."

“If Gao Bin or any outsiders come to visit one day, these could become the basis for his suspicions.”

"Let's take some wedding photos another day."

Zhou Yidao.

"I have to go." He lowered his rolled-up sleeves, stood up, and prepared to go downstairs.

"Hey, how much longer am I supposed to stay here?" Gu Qiuyan suddenly called out to him.

"You'll have to ask Lao Wei. I know you're not used to it, so just do it for now."

"When the time comes, you will be notified to leave."

Zhou Yi went downstairs without any expression.

……

We arrived at the hall.

Gao Bin summoned everyone to the meeting.

"Gentlemen, we have just received intelligence that Hongpiao has purchased a large quantity of medicine and a radio transmitter, which he intends to transport from Harbin to the mountainous area."

"The general delivery location is in this area."

Gao Bin took out a pencil and circled something on the map on the wall, then said:

"Our mission is to block off the streets and search for a dark green Mitsubishi commercial truck with two men and one woman inside; the woman is around thirty years old."

"Try to capture them alive."

"Of course, if necessary, we can also kill them."

Gao Bin coldly gave the order.

Zhou Yi's heart jumped into his throat.

This is too strange.

When Yuejian and his group first arrived in Harbin, it was still part of a carefully planned scheme by the Manchurian Provincial Committee.

I didn't expect the intelligence to be leaked so quickly.

Judging from this situation, the Special Higher Police and the Military Police are also very likely to participate in the operation.

Trucks transporting medicines must be allowed to travel on the road.

That's death.

No, we need to find a way to notify Lao Wei or Qiu Yan immediately.

Zhou Yi absolutely could not allow Yue Jian to be captured right under his nose.

"Alright, immediately gather all departments and police stations, and take immediate action," Gao Bin ordered, waving his hand.

"Yes!"

Everyone accepted the order in unison.

Soon, the sound of cars and sedans opening and closing their doors filled the yard.

Armed police and soldiers, barking police dogs.

The scale of the operation was off the charts.

Zhou Yi wanted to go back to his office and asked Qiu Yan to bring him his work diary.

Gao Bin took two quick steps and called out to him:

"Captain Zhou, we were going to arrange a new car for you, but we had to go into action and all the sedans were requisitioned. You can ride in my car."

"Yes, Section Chief." Zhou Yi replied calmly, but with a hint of eager excitement to make a contribution.

This pleased Gao Bin greatly.

"These people are all strangers, right?"

"In the two years since you left, the department has recruited many new people from the police academy."

"The Japanese love to see us fight like dogs."

"So we are happy to put effort into training new police officers and secret agents. You have just returned and do not yet understand many situations."

"I'll have Lu Ming bring these lists to you later."

"You're the action team leader; how could a general not know his soldiers?"

Gao Bin said this with an air of great respect for him.

"Thank you, Section Chief. I will strive to make more contributions and live up to your trust," Zhou Yi said solemnly.

"However, I don't agree with you calling us dogs."

"At the very least, we have to be tigers, wolves, or at the very least, cats that catch mice."

He then chuckled, with a touch of humor.

“Traitorous dog, traitorous dog, what else is it but a dog? I’ve never heard anyone call them traitorous tigers or traitorous wolves,” Gao Bin laughed.

Both of them burst out laughing.

Driver Jin drove towards the cordoned-off area.

"The red ticket is still a spark that never dies."

"The investigations in Xinjing and Fengtian are so strict, yet they still managed to get their hands on medicine and radios. It's unbelievable," Zhou Yi said in the car.

“Strictness is only on the surface.”

"No matter if they are Japanese, Soviets, or Americans, as long as the money is in place, there will always be people who outwardly comply but inwardly defy and take risks."

"The vehicles being transported this time are commercial vehicles from Mitsubishi Corporation."

"It's obvious that there are people with 'red tickets' inside Mitsubishi. I wouldn't be surprised if they pulled out a few tanks or airplanes, let alone pharmaceuticals."

Gao Bin raised his chin and gave a sarcastic snort.

“The red tickets are poor, and they might be from the Military Intelligence Bureau. Now that the KMT and the CCP are cooperating, they have plenty of money to recruit red tickets,” Zhou Yi said.

He secretly harbored a worry in his heart.

With Yuejian exposed, the comrade who had finally gained a foothold within Mitsubishi is probably already under control.

Large companies like Mitsubishi and South Manchuria Railway Company will inevitably face increased internal investigations.

A single move affects the whole body!

Alas, this operation has resulted in heavy losses.

"Ok.

"It's possible, but in several meetings, the Japanese still placed more emphasis on the red ballots."

"Doesn't the Kuomintang still have people like Wang Jingwei and Zhou Fofa?"

"But people like Yang Jingyu, who are all red, have a much stronger ability to incite and mobilize than the Kuomintang."

Ultimately, this world still depends on people.

"If you can incite people, you can undermine the lifeblood of Manchukuo, which is terrifying."

"Of course, the outlook is still optimistic."

"The Japanese and Manchukuo troops are frantically besieging the Anti-Japanese Allied Forces in Changbai Mountain."

"Those wounded and disabled stragglers in the mountains near Harbin are no longer a threat. I predict that the Kwantung Army will be able to completely wipe them out within two years."

"At that time, Manchukuo will be a paradise, and you and I won't have to suffer so much."

Gao Bin said.

“I hope so.

"By the way, does Corey have any more detailed information about the cars and those women?"

"Recently, there have been quite a few Mitsubishi vehicles transporting supplies."

"Checking each one individually is quite tedious."

Zhou Yi asked tentatively.

Gao Bin shook his head without doubt and said, "That's all the clues we have. We should focus on investigating those freight yards, repair shops, etc. There have been too many crackdowns recently, and the Red Tickets have been alarmed. Their plans are changing every day."

"Ok.

"That can't be rushed."

“Finding the car is easier than finding the people. HEB city is only so big. We can find them quickly by searching one street a day,” Zhou Yi nodded.

"Yes, just wait and see, this time they won't be able to escape."

Gao Bin smiled, took out a pack of cigarettes, tore open the cover, and handed one to Zhou Yi.

Then, he took out some tobacco, put it into the pipe, lit it, took a puff, and said happily:

"How is this tobacco? My nephew Zhiyou gave it to me."

He intentionally made his relationship with Hong Zhi clear, so that his nephew wouldn't get in the way of Zhou Yi's schemes later, and he could also do him a favor.

"Everyone in the hall is saying that Section Chief Hong is your nephew. I didn't expect it to be true."

"Like father, like son."

Zhou Yi smiled, rolled down the car window, and exhaled a long puff of smoke.

……

Inside the office.

Hong Zhi picked up the phone and dialed Wu Jingzhong's number:

"Hey, Mr. Tang, do you have any stock?"

"it is good.

"Goodbye."

Wu Jingzhong has already sent people to take action.

hang up the phone.

Hong Zhi thought about it for a moment.

After a brief moment of thought, I started sketching and drawing on paper.

Sun Yuejian, Zhou Yi, and Deputy Director Liu.

After thinking for a moment, Hong Zhi quickly made a decision, picked up the phone and dialed another number:
"Hello, is this the Madier Hotel?"
"Please reserve a room for me, one on the second floor is fine."

"OK, thanks." ……

We arrived at a road in the controlled area.

Lu Ming and his team are inspecting a car.

The car stopped.

The driver seemed to have some influence, as he was arguing with Lu Ming and the others.

Zhou Yi opened the car door.

Gao Bin said, "No need, Lu Ming can handle it."

"Lu Ming is too shrewd. I'm afraid he'll hesitate if the other party has powerful connections."

"I'll go down and take a look."

Zhou Yi said with a cold expression.

Gao Bin nodded, his eyes full of admiration.

Zhou Yi walked over and asked, "What happened?"

“Captain Zhou, this guy said he’s sourcing work permits for the municipal government, and that it was arranged by Vice Mayor Chen,” Lu Ming said.

"Documents?" Zhou Yi asked.

Seeing Zhou Yi's frosty face and sharp, stern gaze, the man subconsciously handed over his identification.

"These are special times, so even Vice Mayor Chen's car needs to be checked."

"Go, open all the boxes inside and check them carefully."

"Not a single one can be missed."

Zhou Yi coldly gave the order.

"Hey, sir, it really is labor protection insurance!" the man shouted anxiously.

Several spies climbed onto the car.

He pulled out a knife, rummaged around for a bit, and then jumped down.
"Captain Zhou, we've checked, and it is indeed some soap, matches, and the like."

"Thanks for your hard work.

"Please give my regards to Vice Mayor Chen."

Zhou Yi returned the documents to the driver.

"I'll tell Vice Mayor Chen." The man glared at him fiercely, opened the car door, and drove away quickly.

"Captain Zhou, it has to be you again." Lu Ming smiled wryly.

There's nothing we can do; they have Deputy Director Liu protecting them.

He just wasn't so lucky.

One should always exercise restraint.

"Keep an eye on things."

Zhou Yi noticed a North Korean shop across the street with a sign that read "Public Telephone," and a hint of joy flashed in his eyes.

He walked over quickly.

Lu Ming was stunned.

He looked at Gao Bin in the car next to him.

Gao Bin stared coldly at Zhou Yi's retreating figure.

He also saw the shop.

The look in his eyes, which had just been admiring Zhou Yi's "toughness," instantly turned sinister and cold.

He tilted his head slightly towards Lu Ming.

Lu Ming understood.

After Zhou Yi entered the store, he walked in unhurriedly.

Zhou Yi entered the store.

"Boss, what would you like?" The woman, dressed in a Korean-style long dress, bowed and asked in an awkward accent.

"Two packs of Lao Ba Duo."

Zhou Yidao.

While the woman was getting a cigarette, he quietly moved to the telephone.

He had to quickly inform Gu Qiuyan so that she could find a way to notify Lao Wei and do everything possible to rescue Fang Yuejian and the other comrades.

This may be the last hope.

Just as his hand was about to touch the telephone.

A barely audible sound of leather shoes could be heard at the doorway.

Zhou Yi's scalp tingled. The moment his hand touched the phone, he quickly changed it to a finger, while simultaneously pulling out his ID with his other hand and flashing it: "Has anyone used this phone today?"

"No, no, sir," the woman said fearfully.

"Listen carefully.

"From now on, anyone who touches this phone must remember their appearance, age, and clothing."

"And some people are speaking Russian, Chinese, Japanese, or English."

"You have to remember them all clearly."

Zhou Yi coldly gave the order.

"Yes, sir." The woman's face was ashen, and she nodded repeatedly.

“That’s right, this is the phone number for the Special Affairs Section of our police department. Call us anytime if you have any leads.” Lu Ming, who had walked in and witnessed everything, tore off a piece of notepad, quickly wrote down a number, and slapped it on the counter.

"OK.

"Sir, here's your cigarette." The woman handed over two packs of cigarettes, her hands trembling as she gave them to Zhou Yi.

"You're here to buy cigarettes too?" Zhou Yi asked with a smile, turning his head and casually tossing a pack to Lu Ming.

"Yes.

"Captain Zhou, then I won't stand on ceremony." Lu Ming smiled and stuffed it into his pocket.

Zhou Yi slowly took out his wallet and handed it to the woman: "Keep the change."

This action surprised Lu Ming slightly.

The two left the store, and Zhou Yi handed Lu Ming a cigarette, saying:

"In my opinion, these public telephones need to be properly regulated."

“These could very well become the enemy’s ‘ears and ears,’ I’ll have to write a report to the department later.”

"Yeah, it's pretty difficult. The Japanese have done a great job with their water systems, but this civilian version just makes our work much harder." Lu Ming agreed wholeheartedly.

"Yes."

Zhou Yi, with a cigarette dangling from his lips, walked to the side to continue arranging work and inspecting passing vehicles.

Lu Ming strode into Gao Bin's car and rubbed his hands together with his breath.

"How is it?" Gao Bin asked coldly.

I bought two packs of cigarettes.

"But he didn't make any calls. When I went in, he was warning the Korean woman to register everyone who made a phone call."

"Oh, right.

"He also said he would write a report to the department to cancel civilian telephones, saying that they were the enemy's 'ears and ears'."

Lu Ming reported the facts truthfully.

After listening, the cold glint in Gao Bin's eyes disappeared, and he smiled and nodded, saying:
"See? That's why he's the captain."

"You've observed things very carefully."

"Lu Ming, you should learn from Zhou Yi in this regard."

He pointed at Lu Ming.

"Yes, there are indeed few people as meticulous as Captain Zhou." Lu Ming nodded in agreement.

"Tell him to come sit in the car; it's too cold outside," Gao Bin instructed.

Soon Lu Ming called Zhou Yi over, and the two of them went to the back row.

Chatted for a while.

A policeman jogged over and reported:

"Reporting to the section chief, a suspicious Mitsubishi car was found at the Daowai freight yard. It left the freight yard early this morning and headed towards Nangang. There were two men and one woman in the car."

"Is the information reliable?" Gao Bin asked hurriedly.

“It’s reliable. The vehicle that Section Chief Liu’s undercover agent saw should be the one we’re looking for. The registered owner at the freight yard is named Guo Man,” the policeman said.

"Very good.

"Let's go, focus our investigation on the freight yards, truck depots, and repair shops in the Nangang direction," Gao Bin said.

"And hotels, female guests are often more likely to attract attention, so we might be able to find clues in that area," Zhou Yi added.

“That makes sense.

"Lu Ming, notify the Criminal Investigation Department and the Economic Investigation Department of the Provincial Public Security Bureau, and have them investigate the hotel."

Now that the entire hall has been mobilized, Gao Bin feels that showing too much favoritism towards his nephew is not a good idea.

Checking hotels is an easy job, with no danger.

It would also be good for Zhiyou to show his face.

“Okay, I’ll go check the hotels right away.” Zhou Yi immediately opened the right-side car door.

After he had walked away, Lu Ming said:
"Section Chief, should I still go and follow them?"

"Stop following."

"Everything should be done in moderation; going too far will damage relationships."

"Zhou Yi was transferred from the Police Affairs Section to the Special Affairs Section as captain. He is under more pressure than us, so it's understandable that he's eager to make a contribution."

"That's settled then. The important matter comes first. Go check the cars in Nangang."

After a moment's thought, Gao Bin gave the instructions.

……

Zhou Yi drove to the vicinity of the Industrial University.

After getting off the bus, he came to a street stall selling melon seeds.

The melon seed seller was wearing a thick cotton coat, squatting on the ground with his hands tucked in, and a thin layer of snowflakes had already settled on his dog-skin hat.

His name is Chun San.

He used to be Zhou Yi's informant, and also a hoodlum who indulged in drinking, gambling, and prostitution on the old street.

Some time ago, he was being hunted down because he owed a gambling debt to Guan Dashuai, the local tyrant of the old street. It was Zhou Yi who saved him, so this connection was rekindled.

Upon seeing Zhou Yi, Chun San, with his mouth missing two front teeth, greeted him in a lisp:
"Hey boss, want some? It's all freshly cooked at home, super fragrant."

"Take your brothers and go check out the hotels in this area right now."

"If a single woman around thirty years old stays in a hotel, call the Special Operations Department immediately."

"Especially hotels near the Black Swan area."

Zhou Yi quickly gave the instructions.

“Okay,” Chun San said.

"Hurry up," Zhou Yi said before getting into the car.

"Alright, Erzhuzi, come over and help me watch the stall," Chun San called out from afar.

Zhou Yi drove the car with a blank expression.

He could only use these "clues" to distract the police and secret agents and reduce the risk of his wife being arrested.

After thinking about it, he was still worried.

He turned the car into a narrow alley, went up to the second floor, and made a phone call home.

As soon as the call connected, he spoke quickly in Russian, with a local accent that even Russians might not understand:

"Qiuyan, have you received the furniture?"

"it is good."

After confirming that everything was alright at home, he spoke in a very fast, low voice:

"The plan to transport medicines has been exposed, and Gao Bin is organizing a city-wide manhunt."

"You immediately notify Lao Wei to evacuate."

"Also, go to room 214 of the Madier Hotel immediately, find a middle-aged woman, and tell her to stop using Guo Man's name and documents and leave Harbin immediately."

"If no one is home, draw a cross on the envelope and put it in the mailbox by the door, being careful not to leave fingerprints."

"She had her hair permed, and her height was..."

Zhou Yi gave him detailed instructions.

"When you see her, just say that 'Old Wu' sent him."

"Hurry up."

"Hurry!"
"You also need to be careful. If things don't look right, stop the operation immediately."

After saying that, Zhou Yi hung up the phone.

……

(End of this chapter)