Spy wars start with lurking Secretary Hong

Chapter 417 I'll Teach You How to Make Money

Gao Bin's eyes sharpened, and he immediately became interested:

"Oh? Come on, tell me."

“I met Captain Zhou and his wife at the Nebukov Building yesterday.”

"When I arrived, Captain Zhou was already there."

He said he had just arrived.

"Later, I entered the Nebukov building to search and found traces of radio transmissions, as well as a woman's shoe prints and signs of a fall in the stairwell."

Liu Kui said.

"Asshole.

"Why didn't you report such important intelligence to me yesterday?" Gao Bin said angrily.

"I..." Liu Kui hesitated, unable to finish his sentence.

"Is it because of Section Chief Hong?" Gao Bin, being so astute, immediately understood.

The only person who could subdue a reckless man like Liu Kui was his own nephew.

"Yes.

"I carefully checked the surrounding area and searched the entire abandoned Nebukov building, but there was no one inside."

"Only Section Chief Zhou and his wife were present at that scene."

Liu Kui said.

"You mean Zhou Yi has a problem?"
"Given your personality, you shouldn't show favoritism. Why didn't you question them back then?"

Gao Bin frowned, and his tone became very stern.

"I checked."

"I had Gu Qiuyan walk a few steps on the spot, and I didn't notice that she had injured her leg and was having difficulty walking."

"But there were some suspicious things when checking the supplies in his car."

Liu Kui frowned.

"What's strange about this?" Gao Bin asked.

"Captain Zhou had two large boxes in his car."

"The first box contained clothes and books. I checked and they were indeed new, but when I checked the next box, Mrs. Zhou seemed a little uneasy," Liu Kui said.

"Where is Zhou Yi?" Gao Bin asked.

He seemed calm, just like usual.

He agreed to check the boxes.

"But Section Chief Hong refused, saying that the items inside were intended for the village head and Deputy Director Liu, and advised me not to search them."

"I've already got the keys."

"But he was very angry, and I could feel that he had the urge to kill me."

"Not only that, he also threatened me that if anything went wrong with Deputy Director Liu and the village, I might be held responsible."

So, I gave up.

"I originally wanted to report this to you, but there were many people there, and I was afraid that if I told you, it would affect the unity of the department, so I kept it to myself until today..."

Liu Kui said helplessly.

Gao Bin was silent for a moment, then reached out and patted his shoulder, saying:
"Liu Kui, I admire your loyalty and integrity."

"This matter was handled very well."

"I checked the box on the way back, and it did indeed contain antiques that were meant for Deputy Director Liu."

At this point, Gao Bin took out his pipe, squinted, took a puff, and slowly said:

"It's right not to open it."

"People like you who are dedicated to getting things done should stay out of politics."

"Don't be like Lu Ming; knowing too much about some things won't do you any good."

"It seems you're smarter than I thought!"

"Section Chief, I don't have that kind of mind. But if Hong Zhiyou weren't your nephew, I would definitely open that box," Liu Kui said coldly.

"Thanks. I will warn Zhiyou to make sure he cooperates with your official duties next time."

"Then tell me... what kind of person is Captain Zhou?"

Gao Bin's eyes sharpened as he looked at him.

"Captain Zhou... To be honest, I admire him a lot. In some ways, I think he is like your shadow. He is meticulous, thoughtful, and principled in his work."

"But I always have a feeling."

"I can't express what it is specifically."

Liu Kui licked his dry lips and shook his head in confusion.

Sometimes intuition is more reliable than your eyes.

"Keep going and believe in it."

"Perhaps one day you will see the truth."

"Stop the car."

Gao Bin suddenly gave the order.

Liu Kui stopped the car.

"Go downstairs and take a rickshaw to the bookstores and clothing stores on the two streets around the Bunekov Building. Ask around to see if Mrs. Zhou has been there."

"Also, go back to that building and see if you can still find shoe prints."
"Take good photos."

"It might come in handy in the future."

Gao Bin gave the instructions very shrewdly.

"Section Chief, do you mean we should continue investigating Captain Zhou?" Liu Kui asked.

"Isn't that what you call checking?"

"I'll call it reasonable internal oversight. Maybe I'll have Lu Ming or Hong Zhi investigate you tomorrow."

"You can investigate me too."

Gao Bin smiled.

"Understood." Liu Kui nodded.

"Also, notify the Security Bureau to investigate Gu Qiuyan's identity again. Remember to pay close attention and be thorough. Tell Section Chief Song that it was my order," Gao Bin added.

"Okay, I'll go now."

Liu Kui opened the car door, got out, and hailed a rickshaw to leave in a hurry.

Gao Bin sat in the driver's seat and adjusted the seat position.

He slowly drove the car, his eyes growing increasingly gloomy and murderous as he looked ahead.

Based on Jin Xiaoyu's previous monitoring of radio stations around Jihong Bridge, the Japanese system seems reliable.

If Gu Qiuyan was the one who sent the message.

Zhou Yi's attempt to cover it up is reasonable.

That box most likely contains a radio.

Someone who had spent two years in the enemy's rear area could very well have been corrupted by the ideology of the "red ticket" (a term referring to the Communist Party of China) or by Dai Li's money-driven tactics.

Especially the former, Gao Bin had arrested far too many underground party members.

These people are willing to abandon their lives, their families, and their love for their beliefs.

It is highly likely that Zhou Yi was recruited into an underground pro-government group during those two years, or rather, he was an underground pro-government group himself, and his trip to the interior was just for other purposes.

The more Gao Bin thought about it, the more uneasy he felt, and a chill seemed to seep from every pore of his body.

But Zhou Yi was a person personally commended by the Prime Minister.

He used to be a prominent figure in the police department and was one of Liu Zhenwen's men. Now, because of the anti-banditry work, he has gained the favor of Shibuya Saburo.

Such a person should not be acted upon without sufficient irrefutable evidence.

Zhou Yi's weakness... is that there are many suspicious points in his wife Gu Qiuyan's file.

And what exactly did he do inside the pass?
You'd probably have to ask the Manchukuo Police Headquarters, or the Military Police Headquarters and the Kwantung Army General Staff Headquarters.

Of course, suspicion is one thing, investigation is another.

Gao Bin will not define Zhou Yi.

Doubt is a virtue; it's ingrained in his very being.

Moreover, he trusted Zhiyou.

Gao Bin even hoped that Zhou Yi could withstand scrutiny.

Without a doubt, Zhou Yi was a qualified deputy.

He is willing to take responsibility and capable of handling affairs; his future prospects are limitless.

There are certain benefits to dealing with such people.

"Zhou Yi, oh Zhou Yi!"

Gao Bin tapped his chin slightly and floored the accelerator.

……

inside the car.

“Liu Kui is a straightforward person; he will definitely report the truth to Section Chief Gao,” Zhou Yi said as he drove.

"fine.

"My uncle is a very suspicious person; he sees everyone as a member of the underground party."

You'll get used to it.

“When we were inspecting the building yesterday, we had already covered up the footprints on the ground. Liu Kui was just visiting the neighborhood. You didn’t buy books and clothes on the same street.”

"He can't produce any evidence."

Hong Zhiyou smiled.

"Let's keep the transmitter at your house for now," Zhou Yi said.

"Row.

“However, we need to be careful lately. Commander Guan has an adopted son named Tie Changshan. This man is very skilled and could very well be planning an assassination,” Hong Zhi said.

"You have a solution?" Zhou Yi asked with a smile, seeing his relaxed expression.

"Ok.

"We have to take some risks."

"Do you want to come with me?" Hong Zhiyou asked.

"certainly.

"You've saved me several times, so I should repay you in kind," Zhou Yi said calmly, glancing at him.

"It's not easy, someone as cautious as you is willing to take such a risk with me," Hong Zhiyou said with a smile.

"I'm doing this for myself too."

“Tie Changshan probably hates me more, after all, I’m the one in charge of this matter,” Zhou Yiping said.

"Row.

“Then let’s meet at Fu Man Tea House tonight,” Hong Zhi said.

Upon arriving at the bustling Central Avenue, he said:

"Stop, I'm getting off here."

Zhou Yi glanced at the brand-new Western restaurant at the entrance and smiled, "This is the restaurant of Deputy Director Liu's daughter."

"You have a wife, and I need a confidante too."

"We can't exactly go to Black Swan to find prostitutes, can we?"

“You have a good relationship with Deputy Director Liu, so you must be able to talk to Liu Yawen. Why don’t you act as a matchmaker?”

Hong Zhi asked with a witty smile.

"forget it.

"Wenwen is an unusual girl. If a matchmaker were useful, would you even have a chance to pursue her?"

"See you tonight."

Zhou Yi looked helpless.

"Wait.

“I can win her over in three days at most,” Hong Zhiyou said.

"Three days?
"Okay, when I come here for Western food, you have to give me a discount."

"This girl's restaurant... is too expensive."

Zhou Yi smiled and lowered his voice.

"You and your sister-in-law will get in for free." Hong Zhiyou opened the car door and got out.

Inside the restaurant.

Liu Yawen wore a white winter dress, her hair was styled in an updo, and she wore bright long earrings, looking elegant, beautiful and charming.

There were only a few customers in the restaurant, mostly foreigners.

The interior decoration is in the classic European palace style, classic yet luxurious.

It's clear she put in the effort and resources. Hong Zhi walked straight to the piano and made a very gentlemanly gesture of apology.

The foreign musician, seeing his distinguished attire and demeanor, respectfully stepped aside to offer him his chair.

Hong Zhiyou sat down and immediately began playing his signature piece, "Wedding in a Dream."

It was with this song that he won over Wanqiu, who was already in love, that very night.

He believed that winning over Liu Ya-wen would be a piece of cake.

Elegant, slow, and romantic notes flowed from his slender fingertips like a gentle stream.

It must be said that this piano is much better in pitch and tone than Gu Qiuyan's.

Furthermore, for the sake of a blissful night, Hong Zhiyou, with his long-lost and suppressed desire, played with great enthusiasm.

The diners in the hall were quickly drawn to the music.

Even the musician stared wide-eyed, his face filled with disbelief.

Liu Yawen also looked over.

She recognized him immediately; he was the guy who had freeloaded dinner at her house last night.

Being able to get a meal at Old Liu's house means one must have an extraordinary status and identity.

However, this person is a special agent of the police department.

Without a doubt, like Zhang Feng, he's probably a scoundrel with a refined air.

"What a pity, such a perfect piece of music was ruined by an executioner." She sighed inwardly.

The song is over.

Amidst enthusiastic applause, Hong Zhiyou bowed with his hands behind his back in a gentlemanly manner.

He winked, giving Liu Yawen a cool and roguish wink.

Liu Yawen pursed her lips, rolled her eyes, pretended not to see it, and turned her gaze back to the ledger.

"Wenwen, do you like it?"
“I had a sudden inspiration in my dream last night, and composed this morning. I named it ‘Wedding in a Dream’ and gave it to you.”

Hong Zhiyou said, leaning against the counter.

"Thanks.

"The piece is good, and the playing is passable."

“But if you think you can win me over by currying favor with my father and using these fancy tricks, I advise you to give up now,” Liu Yawen said.

Hong Zhi looked at her impressive curves and said confidently, "You like making money, and it just so happens that I can do a little bit too."

Stop.

I went to university at Yenching University.

"Do you know the Bolsheviks? Do you know what 'On Protracted War' means?"
"I like this, how about we talk?"

Liu Yawen poured him a glass of wine, her beautiful eyes fixed on him.

“This is Manchukuo,” Hong Zhiyou said with a smile.

"Manchukuo? I only know China!"
"The lingering poison of the Manchu Qing dynasty, don't you find that ridiculous?"

“Look at your police department, every single one of you is a grown man, yet you are willing to be dogs for the Japanese, killing your own compatriots every day. Don’t you think it’s pathetic and shameful?”

“Every time I see you dealing with your own people on the street, being even more cruel and harsh than the Japanese are to them, I feel that you are simply beyond redemption.”

"Stay away from me. Your hands, stained with human blood, are not worthy of playing such a piece."

Liu Yawen said coldly as she looked at the ledger.

"What you're saying is dangerous."

"You sympathize with the red tickets?"

Hong Zhi frowned.

“I’m just a Chinese person,” Liu Yawen said.

“Your father is the highest-ranking officer in the police department,” Hong Zhiyou said.

"I personally witnessed my classmate being shot to death by Japanese machine guns and run over by cars on the streets of Beiping."

"They did nothing wrong."

"I cannot choose my birth, but I can have my own sense of right and wrong."

"Maybe there's nothing I can do."

"Maybe I'm just like everyone else, only daring to cowardly grumble here."

"But that does not mean I agree with what you, or my father and the others have done."

“You are the nephew of ‘Butcher’ Gao Bin.”

"Give up, there's absolutely no chance between us."

Liu Yawen stared at Hong Zhiyou and said, word by word.

"You used your dad's money to open the shop."

"These coins are still stained with blood," Hong Zhi said with a faint smile, seemingly unperturbed.

"I know.

“So I need to make a lot of money…” Liu Yawen said, biting her lip lightly.

"Then go support the Anti-Japanese United Army, or the Red Ticket Organizations within the Great Wall?"

"You're a red ticket!"

Hongzhi has the Way.

Liu Ya-wen curled her lip and said disdainfully, "You can go to the military police or the security bureau to report me."

"Let's just forget about complaining."

"Since you say money is innocent, and you might be able to use it to your advantage in the future, why don't I teach you how to expand your business?"

"Otherwise, with your business model, you won't be able to compete with established restaurants like Lucia's."

"Right now, the assets of Russian businessmen and Japanese expatriates are shrinking. You can't make money by taking the high-end route. However, there are quite a few wealthy middle-class people in Harbin."

"They want to enjoy life, but they also have to compare prices."

"Why don't you try my method?"

Hong Ji took a sheet of perfumed paper from his pocket and handed it over.

Liu Yawen was about to refuse.

Hong Zhiyou tapped the table and said, "Make money well, and use money to defeat scum like me in the future."

After saying that, he smiled and walked out.

I never imagined that someone as snobbish and greedy as Deputy Director Liu would have such an evil daughter.

Looks like it'll take some time to win this girl over.

The thought of Liu Yawen's hot figure made Hong Zhi feel rather uncomfortable.

Damn it, can't she be like Wanqiu, who's obsessed with love?
Liu Yawen watched Hong Zhiyou leave, then curiously opened the letter. Her eyes suddenly lit up, her furrowed brows relaxed, and an incredulous joy appeared on her face.

This person is not only a musical genius.

His business acumen is absolutely terrifying.

Looking at the deserted storefront, Liu Yawen suddenly felt a surge of confidence.

……

Yong Sheng Kui Tea House.

The casino remained noisy.

The tea room was bustling with activity.

The downfall of Commander Guan's faction was like a cold wind in winter, disappearing in an instant along with the falling snow.

Old Hei, with a pipe in his mouth, patrolled the casino.

His subordinates have all been replaced by his confidants.

Old Hei knew very well that Hong Zhiyou had handed over Guan Dashuai's public accounts to the police department for unified processing, but the huge amount of private property, cash, gold and antiques that he had helped to handle all ended up in Hong Zhiyou's hands.

He is now just a manager.

of course.

Hong Zhi was able to spare his life and offered him even more money than Guan Dashuai, so there was no reason for Lao Hei not to risk his life for him.

"Blackie."

"May the Black Lord be blessed."

People would greet him from time to time.

"Everyone, have fun! The casino is reopened, and today we're giving you a 1:1.2 rebate on your chips. I wish you all good luck with your wins!"

Old Hei clasped his hands together and greeted everyone with a cheerful expression.

It was lively for a while.

He had just returned to his office on the second floor.

Before the door could even be closed, a gun was pointed at his lower back.

"Don't make any noise."

A cold, sinister voice came from behind him.

"Little Tie, is that you?" Old Hei asked.

"Old dog."

"You betrayed Lord Guan!"

Tie Changshan kicked him onto the sofa, then pulled the door shut and pressed the gun against Lao Hei's forehead.

"Little Iron".

"Lord Guan treated me like a brother, how could I betray him?" Old Hei explained with a pained expression, showing no fear whatsoever.

"So many people died, but you're the only one who's alright."

"You even occupied Master Guan's teahouse. What else are you but a dog for the police department and the Japanese?" Tie Changshan said coldly.

"I had no choice; I was forced to put it on the shelves."

"Lord Guan was short-lived; he was killed by bandits on the western peak of Laotuo Mountain."

"That's when the police started eyeing his property."

“If I don’t agree, they will kill me.”

“I’ve come out and set this up so that at least the brothers can have something to eat. Otherwise, what are they supposed to do? Starve?”

Old Hei explained.

"It was Zhou Yi and the man surnamed Hong who tricked Lord Guan into going to Lao Tuo Mountain."

They all deserve to die.

"You know that Lord Guan personally instructed me before."

"He said that if anything happens to him, he must get rid of the man surnamed Hong and Zhou Yi," Tie Changshan said.

"I know.

"I wish I could skin them alive and tear their tendons out too," Old Hei echoed bitterly.

"Old Hei, are you really Guan Ye's brother?"

Tie Changshan said coldly.

"Of course, without Lord Guan, I, Lao Hei, would have died on the banks of the Songhua River long ago," Lao Hei said solemnly.

"it is good.

"The man surnamed Hong and Zhou Yi are very cunning, and they are usually escorted by police when they go out."

"Moreover, if you're going to kill, kill both of them."

"Don't they trust you?"
“Lead them to a secluded spot, and I’ll take care of them.”

Tie Changshan's eyes flashed with a fierce light.

"Well, that makes sense.

“It just so happens that Hong Zhi is now relying on me.”

“He recently asked me to settle accounts with him. Why don’t I take this opportunity to lure him out, and you can scout the place and make your move?” Old Hei said eagerly and overjoyedly.

"Call them now," Tie Changshan said, holstering his gun and waving his hand.

"Don't try anything funny, or I'll shoot you first."

He coldly retorted, still uneasy.

“Little Tie, you are Guan Yu’s godson, and I am Guan Yu’s brother. We are family. Don’t you know how I treat Guan Yu?” Old Hei said.

As he spoke, he walked to the telephone and dialed a number:

"Hello, is this Section Chief Hong?"

"I've almost sorted out the accounts. Let's meet tonight."

"How about coming to Yong Sheng Kui?"
"It's not safe. Yes, this place is full of General Guan's men. There are definitely too many people around."

"Then let's go to Fuman Teahouse."

"There are fewer people over there, let's call Captain Zhou and do the accounting together."

"Okay, see you tonight."

……