Spy wars start with lurking Secretary Hong

Chapter 418 General Guan's Treasure
"Did you hear that?
"Brother, I didn't lie to you, did I?"

"At eight o'clock tonight, at Fuman Teahouse, I'll hold them off while you rush in and shoot them dead."

Old Hei hung up the phone, took a puff of his old pipe, and said...

"Xiao Tie, I know you don't trust me."

"To prove my loyalty to Lord Guan, from now on, we'll stay by each other's side, so you won't suspect me of tipping you off."

"what do you think?"

He sat down on the sofa and started making tea.

"Brother Hei is generous," Tie Changshan nodded.

You can't judge a book by its cover, and he was genuinely afraid that Old Hei would say one thing in public and another in private.

7 p.m.

Old Hei had a sumptuous dinner delivered.

After finishing his meal and drinks, Tie Changshan wiped his pistol, checked the magazines, and tucked both pistols into his waistbands.

"Boss Hei, today is the day to kill the traitors, let's go." He was getting impatient.

"Fu Man Tea House is somewhat reputable."

"Brother, your clothes are so filthy, you look like you're going to kill someone."

"Change into something more eye-catching."

"Put on a hat."

"You have to look respectable, otherwise they wouldn't even let you into the teahouse."

Old Hei glanced at him and gave the order.

"Blackie is really thoughtful." Tie Changshan nodded.

Soon, he went inside and changed into a mink coat, black leather shoes, and a top hat, instantly exuding an air of nobility.

"Hmm, that's more like it."

"Let's go."

Old Hei glanced at it and then called for people to get into the car.

"Changshan."

"Well, you were raised by Lord Guan himself. Although you are his adopted son, you are closer to him than a biological son."

“I’ve followed Lord Guan for over ten years, and we’re like brothers. You’re his adopted son, so you’re practically my adopted son too.”

There are several thousand dollars here.

"After it's done, you should go to Yichun or Tumenjiang to lay low for a while."

"Once I get Murakami and Liu Zhenwen to settle this matter, I'll get you a new identity, and then you can come back."

After Lao Hei finished speaking, he took out a thick wad of Kangde coins from his pocket and handed them over.

"Thank you, Uncle Hei." Tie Changshan was extremely grateful, and even changed his way of addressing him.

……

Fu Man Tea House.

Hong Zhiyou and Zhou Yi got out of the car.

Zhou Yi's hair was parted in a 3/7 split and slicked back. His increasingly aloof and ruthless demeanor made him look less like a policeman and more like a dockworker.

"Is your spinal pain any better?"
“I know a traditional Chinese medicine doctor in Tianjin. How about we go to the interior of the pass and pick up some medicine sometime?” Hong Zhiyou said as they walked, offering him a cigarette.

Zhou Yi stood at the doorway, choosing a spot that wasn't ideal for shooting, deliberately turning his face directly towards the street, and slowly lit a cigarette.
"Are you a god?"

"How do people know about this old ailment of mine? Apart from my wife, very few people know about it."

"They all thought I walked like that on purpose, to show off!"

“I have a friend who’s just like you,” Hong Zhiyou said with a smile.

"It's no use. These are old injuries from working too hard when I was young."

"I've seen many doctors and tried a lot of folk remedies."

"I can only relieve the pain by rinsing my back with hot water every day."

"You're still young, you need to take it easy."

Zhou Yi glanced at him and smiled.

He found himself seemingly transparent in Hong Zhiyou's eyes, with no secrets whatsoever.

fair enough.

No need to wear a mask and act; a true friend is hard to find in life.

“I’ve been having trouble sleeping lately,” Hong Zhiyou said.

"Why?" Zhou Yi glanced at him sideways.

"Thinking about women? Unlike you, I don't have a beautiful wife like your sister-in-law."

"I'm young and rich, and I spend my nights alone in an empty room. You know what that feels like, right?"

Hong Zhi touched his cheek, looking quite troubled.

I understand.

"It's astonishing that someone of your status could do this."

"This makes me even more convinced that you are a reliable person."

“I have met many wealthy and powerful young people, but very few can do what you have done.”

"How about I give you some faith? It's a good medicine for suppressing loneliness."

Zhou Yi turned his head to look at him and smiled.

Stop bragging.

"Sun Yuejian was missing a button on his shirt last time."

"Also, don't talk about yourself as if you're the same generation as my uncle. You just look older than me, with a few more gray hairs at your temples."

Hong Zhiyou smiled.

"Ahem.

"Tie Changshan should have seen us by now."

"We're a bit too far off; what if someone shoots us in the street?"

A rare hint of embarrassment appeared on Zhou Yi's face, and he quickly changed the subject.

"Didn't you say you could win Liu Yawen over in three days?" He nodded politely to the doorman who lifted the curtain, asking as he walked in.

"It's hopeless."

"This girl is loyal to you guys. He sees me as a traitor and would rather die than be with me."

"Sigh, I get a headache whenever I run into people connected to you."

"Many things that can be solved with money and good looks become extremely complicated."

Hong Zhi shrugged helplessly, and jokingly passed the information to Zhou Yi, saying that perhaps he could use it someday.

As he spoke, he shouted towards the counter:
"Shopkeeper, we have a reservation for the Plum Blossom Pavilion."

Disguised as a waiter, Xiao Guohua called out, "Gentlemen, please come upstairs to the Plum Blossom Pavilion."

We arrived at the private room.

Hong Zhi asked in a deep voice, "Old Xiao, are you sure you can manage on your own?"

Xiao Guohua stared at Zhou Yi with a wary and sharp gaze, like a hunting dog, without saying a word.

He knew this person; the new captain of the Special Operations Team.

“Captain Zhou is one of my men,” Hong Zhi added.

He deliberately arranged for the two to meet, fearing that the Military Intelligence Bureau might use a sneak attack on Zhou Yi during the subsequent iron-fisted anti-traitor operation.

In the original TV series "Cliff", Zhou Yi was secretly protecting the Military Intelligence Bureau.

However, the Kuomintang agents were unaware of Zhou Yi's identity and nearly assassinated him, causing Zhou Yi and Gu Qiuyan great anxiety.

One of our own.

Let Lao Wu and the others guess.

It's green.

It’s red.

Or perhaps it's one of their own partners in the hall.

The scale is just right.

“No problem.” Xiao Guohua withdrew his gaze and answered seriously.

Don't be careless.

"This man is a notorious ruthless character in Harbin. He is very skilled and carries a gun."

Hong Zhi knew that Xiao Guohua was very loyal and capable.

But even in my previous life, I hadn't really seen his specific skills.

If it were Zhou Yan or Sun Cheng...

He couldn't be bothered to ask anymore.

"I never underestimate any enemy," Xiao Guohua said coldly.

"Okay, stay safe."

Hong Zhi gave Zhou Yi a hand signal and went up to the third floor via a narrow passage used by the other waiters.

"I'm very curious where you recruited such a group of suicide squad members."

"I could tell he was murderous; he wasn't an ordinary person."

"No wonder Liao Jun was able to fall into your hands so quietly. Xiao Dong is such a shrewd person, how could you get your hands on the medicine?"

Zhou Yi said as he walked.

“He wasn’t a suicide squad I recruited, he was more like a friend,” Hong Zhiyou said without offering further explanation.

Zhou Yi did not ask any further questions.

……

Outside Fu Man Tea House.

Inside the car.

Old Hei looked at Tie Changshan: "They came as promised, without police or entourage."

"Uncle Black".

"Thank you. I misunderstood you before." Tie Changshan witnessed the whole thing and solemnly apologized to Lao Hei.

"We're family, no need to be so polite."

"I have always wanted to avenge Lord Guan."

"Let's go.

"If all goes well, we can hold a memorial service for Lord Guan tonight."

Old Hei patted him on the shoulder.

"Ah."

Tie Changshan pulled his hat down low and got off the car with a confident air.

We arrived at the teahouse.

Old Hei said, "I've made an appointment with Mr. Hong."

"The Plum Blossom Private Room is upstairs," the innkeeper said.

"Thank you."

Old Hei led them upstairs.

The door to the elegant room with plum blossoms was closed.

"Go in." Old Hei gave him a look.

Tie Changshan glanced around, and taking advantage of a moment when no one was paying attention, he drew his gun and walked to the door.

boom!
He kicked the door open.

Today is gloomy and snowy.

The room was dimly lit; the lights were off.

Tie Changshan was slightly dazed. The table inside was empty, and there was no sign of anyone.

He immediately realized that something was wrong.

But it was too late.

Behind the door, a gun was silently pressed against the back of his head: "Hands up."

Tie Changshan felt a chill in his heart and slowly raised his hand.

The man was holding a gun in one hand.

With his other hand, he took the two guns from his waist.

"Changshan, I'm sorry." Old Hei walked into the private room with his hands behind his back and turned on the light.

"You old dog, you betrayed me!" Tie Changshan roared in a sinister voice.

Changshan.

"You don't know the times."

"Now it's the Japanese, it's Mr. Hong and Captain Zhou's world."

"Your foolish godfather just wouldn't believe in evil spirits, and as a result, his whole family, cousins, uncles and nephews were all severely punished during the war."

"His men were either killed or transferred."

"You don't really think I can replace Commander Guan, do you?"
"I'm just a pawn."

“I used to do odd jobs for Lord Guan, now I do odd jobs for Mr. Hong.”

"They're offering more than I should, so why shouldn't I agree?"

Old Hei sat down at the table, poured himself a cup of tea, and smiled faintly.

"You and my godfather are like brothers."

"When he gave me his last words, you were there and promised that if anything happened to him, we would work together to kill the traitors and avenge him."

"You are a liar, a despicable person!"

Tie Changshan stared in disbelief, wanting to rush over and kill him, but Xiao Guohua kicked him in the back of the knee, and Tie Changshan fell to his knees.

"A despicable person?"
"Isn't it General Guan?"
"He promised me a villa and a nice car, but what happened?"
"They always arrange things for me next year."

"Year after year, I've waited for seven whole years!"

"He let his relatives control all the key parts of the business, and they all became incredibly wealthy. What did we old brothers get after working so hard?"
"My elderly mother begged him for medical treatment, and he turned around and asked me to help him kill someone?"
"Old Sun risked his life and broke his leg, and he immediately fired Old Sun."

"And you, like a stupid pig, how many people did you help him kill? What did you get in return?"

"He has no wife, no job, not even a house. He sleeps in a money exchange every day like a dog, guarding the place for others."

"He has so many mistresses on the side, has he spared one for you?"
"His nephew Liao Jun owns six properties. Did he give you one of them?"

"And Mr. Hong, he gave me everything I have now."

"I finally got what I've always dreamed of."

"My elderly mother can now receive treatment at a Japanese hospital, and I no longer have to live in constant fear and submissiveness."

"I live in General Guan's mansion and drive his car."

"My brothers also enjoyed a life of luxury with me."

"This is how a human being should live, don't you understand?"

Old Hei grabbed his ear and roared, venting the resentment that had been suppressed in his heart for many years.

"I know what you're talking about!"

Tie Changshan's composure crumbled. He leaped up, reaching back to snatch the gun from Xiao Guohua's hand. Xiao Guohua reacted even faster.

He wrapped his left hand around his fist, twisted it, and then took a step back.

Click!

Tie Changshan felt a sharp pain in his shoulder and elbow; they had dislocated.

Xiao Guohua followed up and kicked him in the stomach.

While Tie Changshan was in pain and hadn't even reacted, Xiao Guohua pulled him so hard he stumbled and slammed his shoulder into his.

Tie Changshan's nasal bone was shattered, and stars were flashing in his eyes.

Xiao Guohua lifted him up and smacked him on the back of the head, and Tie Changshan collapsed to the ground unconscious.

The whole movement was so smooth and fluid that even Lao Hei was dumbfounded.

"Brother, you've got impressive skills. You must have practiced them," Old Hei said, clasping his hands in a fist salute.

Xiao Guohua ignored him and directly carried Tie Changshan up the hidden ladder.

"Mr. Hong, I've got the man. What should we do?" Xiao Guohua asked as they reached the secret compartment on the third floor.

"How's this guy's skill?" Hong Zhi asked.

"Not bad, all bravado and no brains," Xiao Guohua said.

“What kind of brains could someone be willing to risk their life for Commander Guan? Otherwise, Wei Huanzhang wouldn’t have turned against him so quickly,” Zhou Yi said calmly, blowing on the camellia blossoms.

"Ask him if he has any other accomplices, and deal with them all," Hong Zhiyou said after thinking for a moment.

He had also made quite a few enemies before.

Like Sun Xing.

But Sun Xing is smart.

The situation in Manchukuo was different. If a reckless man stayed, he would only cause trouble. No matter how loyal he was, it would be useless.

"Understood." Xiao Guohua accepted the order.

on the way back.

He passed by Liu Yawen's restaurant again.

A new sign with red background and white lettering has appeared at the entrance.

It says on it that you get a free gift with a purchase of 50 yuan or more... etc.

Listen to people's advice to eat a full meal.

This girl isn't as bright as Rui Rui, or rather, she doesn't have much experience in making money, but she's still open to learning, so she's still somewhat hopeless.

Didi!

Hong Zhi pressed the horn once.

Liu Yawen looked up at him.

Hong Zhi waved his hand.

She pouted, lowered her head, and ignored her.

Little girl, you'll be calling me daddy sooner or later.

……

Security Bureau, Third Section.

Chen Jingyu is still working overtime.

This powerful section chief had a thin face, a tall and slender figure, and his hair was slicked back. His effeminate, narrow eyes revealed shrewdness and competence.

"Section Chief, the Special Service Section has returned Gu Qiuyan's file again, saying they need to investigate her connections in Fengtian, including her parents, school, and so on." Secretary Zhang Ping'an handed over the file.

Chen Jingyu frowned slightly.

He understands Gao Bin.

This guy is extremely shrewd; he'll investigate even the smallest details, like finding out if a mouse dies in his neighbor's house.

In other words... he was questioning the identities of Zhou Yi and his wife?
Is it possible that Zhou Yi and Gu Qiuyan are the ones who get red votes?
It's definitely not the Military Intelligence Bureau.

He was a pawn that Boss Dai had planted in the Japanese intelligence agency long ago, and apart from the newly arrived Station Chief Wu, no one knew his true identity.

But given his rank, if Zhou Yi were a member of the Military Intelligence Bureau, he would have known long ago.

If Zhou Yi really is a red voter... We're in the period of cooperation between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party right now, no, we have to give them a hand.

Chen Jingyu felt a chill run down his spine as he looked at the many suspicious points in Gu Qiuyan's file.

If Zhou Yi was an underground member of the Communist Party.

That can only mean that the Manchurian Provincial Committee sending this woman was practically sending Zhou Yi into a fire pit.

Thinking of this, he stubbed out his cigarette, his face grim, and said:
"If the Special Service Section orders an investigation, then let's investigate."

"Section Chief, we've investigated Gu Qiuyan seven or eight times already. Is the Special Affairs Section deliberately trying to cause us trouble? I think they can't tell who's the son and who's the father anymore," the secretary complained.

"Don't hold a grudge, this is our job."

"If there is any doubt, we must investigate."

"Contact Fengtian again tomorrow and have them re-examine Gu Qiuyan's background."

Chen Jingyu said calmly.

"Understood," Zhang Ping'an said.

He had long since realized that the reports sent from Fengtian in the last two days were very perfunctory, and that those good-for-nothings would never care about this woman again.

Even if they find something, unless it's irrefutable evidence, I can still reply to Gao Bin as is.

This way, they could avoid offending Gao Bin while also indirectly protecting Zhou Yi and Gu Qiuyan.

Of course, it's possible that Gao Bin is just being paranoid.

Zhou Yi was not a genuine red ticket.

But Chen Jingyu hoped that he was the one. It was not easy for the Military Intelligence Bureau and the Red Ticket Bureau to infiltrate the upper echelons of Manchukuo. The Security Bureau and the Police Bureau were also mutually supportive.

Having a "brother" makes many things much easier.

……

Hong Zhi drove Zhou Yi home and then drove straight to Yong Sheng Kui.

Old Hei was already waiting at the door.

Upon seeing the car, he immediately got into the passenger seat.

Half an hour later, Lao Hei led Hong Zhiyou to a small house in a mountain valley outside the suburbs.

Inside the bungalow, a hunchbacked old man was fast asleep, completely drunk.

"Uncle Hong, don't worry about him."

"This old man is a mute drunkard."

“Every time he came, Commander Guan would give him a pot of wine laced with drugs. The old man was just trying to deceive people so they wouldn’t know anything.”

Old Hei suddenly moved a large cabinet in the corner, revealing a dark hole underneath.

He grabbed a flashlight and went inside first.

Hong Zhi followed him inside.

Inside, there are several rammed earth steps leading down to an underground warehouse.

There was a large box piled up in the corner.

Old Hei took out a hammer, snapped one of the locks off, and opened it to take a look.

Good guy.

It was all made of pearls, agate, jade, gold, and jade ruyi (a type of scepter).

The other two boxes contained antiques, calligraphy, paintings, and the like.

There was also a small box containing 500,000 Kant coins in 100-yuan denominations.

This was an astronomical figure in Manchukuo.

Given current prices, the Conde coin is very valuable; one hundred Conde coin can buy a bungalow in the suburbs.

"General Guan made so much money?" Hong Zhiyou found it unbelievable.

"Yes.

"Beat Puyi and establish Manchukuo."

"General Guan has taken up residence in Harbin."

"Opium pipes, casinos, money exchanges, and the sale of furs and general merchandise, not to mention the protection fees paid by many car dealerships and shops, which were stolen by other gangs."

"He's sucked the blood of almost half of Harbin's population; no wonder he's so fat."

"His treasury was unknown even to his wife, son, and several mistresses."

Old Hei said.

"It's well hidden; who would have thought he would hide money here?"

"Hey Blackie, take this."

Hong Zhi directly handed several stacks of Kangde coins to Lao Hei.

"This, Section Chief Hong, is too much." Old Hei saw that it was worth tens of thousands and dared not accept it.

"Brother Hei, let's make money together."

"This is nothing."

"As long as you're on my side, I can't promise you anything else, but I'll make sure you get all the money you need for two lifetimes."

Hongzhi has the Way.

“Mr. Hong, you saved my life, arranged a mansion for me, and my mother arranged a good hospital for me. Most importantly, you treat me, Lao Hei, like a big shot. This is an incredible favor from heaven.”

"I haven't done anything yet, how can I have the nerve to take your money?"

Old Hei really didn't dare to take it.

"You're being too polite."

"It's too hypocritical for us to call each other brothers, but I know you have the ability to be rich and powerful."

"Do it well."

Hongzhi has the Way.

"Alright, Mr. Hong, you think highly of me. My life is yours."

"How should we deal with these?"

Old Hei asked.

"Let's get this box back tonight."

Hong Zhi, fearing that things might go wrong in the nightlife scene, carried the box of gold and jewelry out of the underground parking garage with Lao Hei and put it directly into the trunk.

They took the money box as well.

He then carefully moved the cabinet back, closed the door, and returned to his car.

"How is Changshan?" Lao Hei asked.

"I've dealt with him and his men," Hong Zhi said, his voice slightly agitated as he drove.

Old Hei remained silent, his gaze fixed on the window.

Hong Zhiyou was very calm.

People's hearts are unpredictable, especially those who become friends with others later in life and join gangs.

The previous life of Ryuji was a bloody lesson.

When it comes to money, Hong Zhi only trusts Lao Xie.

A truly shrewd and capable businessman.

Old Hei is just a temporary replacement.

When Xie Ruolin returned, he came over. He wanted to wholeheartedly take care of Old Xie—no, now it's Young Xie—and perhaps he could spare his life.

If Lao Hei dares to try anything clever, Hong Zhi will eliminate him without batting an eye.

back home.

He and Lao Hei moved the money into their house.

After sending Lao Hei away, Hong Zhi hid the money in a secret compartment he had prepared beforehand.

He dug more than a dozen hidden compartments and caves under this house.

Even if someone comes to raid the house.

Unless you dig three feet into the ground, it's impossible to sweep everything away.

He was busy until dawn before he finally finished hiding all the things. He didn't even have time to take a shower before he lay down on the bed and fell asleep.

early morning.

The snow in Harbin has stopped.

As the golden dawn pierced through the misty white fog, this snow-covered city was breathtakingly beautiful.

After having breakfast, Hong Zhi went to the lobby with his briefcase, as usual, to wipe the table and make tea in his uncle's office.

"Zhiyou, these things can be handled by the logistics staff," Gao Bin said, fiddling with a cactus by the window.

Uncle.

"When you and your aunt get old, I'll have to do a lot of things myself."

"Take pooping and peeing for example. If someone else takes care of you, you won't be used to it."

"I'll work harder every day now, so you won't be too embarrassed to ask me for help in the future."

Hong Zhi brewed some tea and brought it to him.

"Why did you change the tea today?" Gao Bin asked with a smile as he took the tea.

"Didn't you say that drinking green tea makes you go to the bathroom a lot?"

“I’ve changed your tea to black tea, with added goji berries and ginseng, it’s good for your health,” Hong Zhiyou said.

"Ok.

"Good, good, you've finally started to care. I haven't spoiled you for nothing all these years," Gao Bin said, gently patting his shoulder.

"How did the talks go?" he asked again.

"Liu Zhenwen and his wife have taken care of it."

“However, his daughter can’t handle it, so it may take some time,” Hong Zhiyou said.

"Don't rush, you have to coax women more."

"Based on my experience, when a woman is reasonably compatible, you have to stick with her a little. Keep sticking with her until one day she suddenly realizes she can't live without you, and that's when things will work out."

Gao Bin shared his life experiences.

"You're the one who got your aunt here because you kept pestering her?" Hong Zhiyou laughed.

"Haha, I guess so. You can't go wrong with my advice," Gao Bin said smugly.

Just then, the phone rang.

Gao Bin quickly answered: "It's me."

"Oh?

"Is it related to a major red ticket in Harbin?"

"Zhang Pingjun, right?"

"I'll check his information right away. Old Zhu, you hold him in custody for now, I'll have someone come and pick him up."

Thanks.

"If you do a good job, I'll treat you to a big meal."

……

(End of this chapter)