Spy wars start with lurking Secretary Hong

Chapter 437 Hostage Hong Ji-yoo

“No, I strongly object. Hong Zhi lacks experience and is not suitable for such dangerous work. He is very likely to expose Mr. Shibuya’s plan.” Gao Bin refused without hesitation.

What a joke.

The Anti-Japanese United Army was a den of dragons and tigers, so he didn't expect Ren Changchun to come back alive.

There's no way they'd let the only son of the Gao family be buried alive with him.

“Mr. Gao Bin, I’m afraid this is not up to you. This is the intention of Chief Inspector Saburo Shibuya.”

"Hong Zhiyou is a talent cultivated by the Empire. He has an obligation to dedicate himself to the Great Japanese Empire and even sacrifice himself. This is his mission and honor."

“I know you know Commander Kato, but it’s in vain.”

"The Kwantung Army General Staff is also very interested in this plan. Unless you can get the Emperor to come, proceed with the plan." Tanaka's attitude was very firm.

"Is this how your Shibuya Chief of Staff always operates?" Gao Bin asked coldly, suppressing his anger.

"That's right.

"Chief Shibuya is a pure person."

He hoped that the Harbin Police Department and Military Police could be more pure and straightforward.

"The plan must be implemented within three days."

Tanaka said, seemingly with a hidden meaning.

After saying that, he turned and walked out.

"I'm sorry, I won't see you off any further!" Gao Bin shouted angrily and helplessly.

Snapped!
As soon as he closed the door, he slammed the teacup onto the ground.

"Shibuya Saburo, I curse your ancestors for eighteen generations!" Gao Bin roared in a low, venomous voice.

However, he had no choice at all.

Saburo Shibuya has a very powerful background.

This person is a typical militarist, cold and inhumane. Such people are usually referred to internally as protectors of the Great Japanese Empire.

They are cunning and ruthless.

They will stop at nothing to benefit Japan.

At the same time, they would speak out without fear when faced with orders or pressure from higher-ups, and even risk their lives to remonstrate.

Such "protectors" are the most troublesome.

However, there are many such people within the military cabinet, and even the Emperor has to consider their opinions to some extent.

"Call Lu Ming in," Gao Bin shouted to the guard at the door as he opened it.

Before Lu Ming arrived, he quickly swept up the debris on the ground, took a deep breath, and acted as if nothing had happened.

"Section Chief, I just saw Assistant Tanaka arrive. Will the plan change?" Lu Ming asked.

Anyway, he doesn't go up the mountain or risk his life, so this plan is just a freebie for him.

"The plan remains the same."

"Just as you said, Chief Shibuya has refined the plan."

"Take a look."

Gao Bin handed the document to Lu Ming.

"The plan is good, but why involve Section Chief Hong?" Lu Ming frowned.

He usually enjoys gloating.

But this is Hong Zhiyou, he's a damn god of wealth.

"The meaning of 'above' is something else entirely."

"Japanese people only care about whether it's suitable or not; they don't care whose relative or friend you are."

"Go find two beggars and do as they say."

"Also, call Zhiyou in for me."

Gao Bin gave the instructions.

"Section Chief, why don't you talk to Commander Kato on his behalf and ask him not to send Tomoyuki?" Lu Ming said sincerely, touching the gilded lighter in his pocket.

"Go ahead," Gao Bin waved his hand.

Lu Ming is such a despicable person that he wouldn't shed a single tear even if his own parents died.

For Zhiyou to be so concerned about life and death is truly unprecedented.

Unfortunately, this calamity was inescapable.

A moment later, Hong Zhi came in. Seeing his uncle's terribly gloomy face, he felt uneasy and asked, "Uncle, what's wrong?"

“Shibuya Saburo has perfected this plan. Take a look.” Gao Bin handed over the documents.

"Let me go up the mountain as a hostage?"

“It’s quite realistic and detailed. Uncle, is this targeting us uncle and nephew? Did you offend Shibuya Saburo?” Hong Zhiyou asked.

"Oh dear, what have I done wrong? This is an undeserved disaster."

"You should know about the newly arrived Deputy Chief of Staff, Yano Otosaburo, right?" Gao Bin asked.

“I know, he’s here to replace Vice Minister Ishihara Kanji,” Hong Zhiyou said.

"Things aren't that simple."

Gao Bin sighed, then continued:

"Last June, the Kwantung Army General Staff was reorganized. Ishihara Kanji was an assistant to Tojo Hideki, the chief of staff, and everyone thought he would take over the position of chief of staff."

"Who would have thought that a Rensuke Isogai would be parachuted in from above?"

"Ishihara Kanji has always considered himself the founder of Manchukuo, so he naturally wouldn't let it go. In just six months, he installed many members of the Concord Society."

"Among them was Saburo Shibuya."

"The National Police Agency has always been Ishihara Kanji's territory."

"Logically speaking, I am a student of Doiyuu, not a member of Tojo Hideki's group. Even if I am not a friend of Ishihara's group, I am certainly not an enemy."

"But Director Liu is something else."

"Now that you're pursuing his daughter, it's inevitable that you'll attract the attention of these people."

"Furthermore, Shibuya Saburo is not only a member of the Concord Society, but he is also a follower of Nichiren cult and Tanaka Tomokazu."

"This kind of person doesn't believe in evil, isn't afraid of power, and can't tolerate any injustice."

“You are very close to Murakami, Wei Huanzhang and others, which will inevitably arouse his suspicion and dissatisfaction.”

"He had Tanaka's assistant openly tell me what to do."

"It's obviously meant to give you a warning."

As Gao Bin spoke, his face grew even more clouded with worry.

“Uncle, the newly appointed Deputy Chief of Staff Yano Otosaburo and Isogai Rensuke are both Tojo Hideki’s men. I’m very curious why they don’t remove Shibuya Saburo?” Hong Zhiyou asked.

"Shibuya Saburo and Itagaki Seishiro are somewhat related."

"The General Staff has to give him some face, and they probably don't want to completely fall out with Ishihara Kanji."

"Moreover, this person has always been cautious in his actions, so it is not an easy task for the General Staff to find fault with him."

Gao Bin said.

Hong Zhiyou roughly understood.

Seishiro Itagaki holds a high position of power and is currently serving as the Minister of the Army. He is a very shrewd and cunning man who has close ties with radical hawks like Hideki Tojo, as well as with people like Kanji Ishihara and Doi Madoka.

Isogai Rensuke would have to think twice before making a move against Shibuya Saburo.

"That's how it is. If you want to make money by cultivating relationships, there's a Nichiren sect devil in the middle, and everything will be in vain."

"Tell me first, how are you going to get past this hurdle?"

Gao Bin frowned.

“Since I have no other choice, I’ll go up the mountain,” Hong Zhiyou said after thinking for a moment.

"Sigh, it seems that's the only way."

"But don't be afraid."

“I have people in the high ranks of the Anti-Japanese Alliance on the mountain. I’ll give you a mark. When you get to the mountain, when you see a squad leader named Lao Qiu, just show him the mark.”

"He's one of my men, we're on good terms, and he'll protect you."

As Gao Bin spoke, he took out his tools and marked Hong Zhiyou's wrist.

"Uncle, I'm sorry, you might lose an ace." Hong Zhiyou glanced at the mark on his hand and said apologetically.

"What time is it? We don't care about these things anymore."

"By the way, that Ren Changchun under your command, I think he's quite clever, you should be careful."

"This kid has a kind heart."

“This kind of person is easily swayed by red tickets. My suggestion is to find Lao Qiu to take him out if necessary, so that he won’t ruin the plan or expose Lao Qiu.”

Gao Bin said with murderous intent in his eyes.

“I will act according to the circumstances,” Hong Zhiyou said.

"Alright, you can get ready now," Gao Bin said helplessly.

……

The next day.

Hong Zhi went to the hospital. Zhou Yi still looked haggard, but his spirits had improved a lot.

"Shibuya Saburo wants you to go up the mountain?"
"Is he insane?"

“Going up the mountain means that even if you survive, the Japanese will most likely silence you because of your involvement with Ishii Shiro’s biological weapons,” Zhou Yi said, frowning.

"Therefore, I need your cooperation."

"First, make Political Commissar Zhou guarantee that I will live."

"Secondly, let the Anti-Japanese Allied Forces disappear for a period of time afterward, since the spread of bacteria and the loss of personnel both require time."

"After some time, I will have Hao Guifang clear out a group of bandits and have them pose as poisoned anti-Japanese guerrilla fighters to complete the task."

Hongzhi has the Way.

“I’m being watched by your uncle right now, so I can’t do anything. Besides, it might be too late to send a message up the mountain at this time; the risk is too great.”

"so……"

Zhou Yi was silent for a few seconds, then, as if he had made up his mind, said:

"When you meet Political Commissar Zhou, your slogan should be: 'Brother, have you been releasing eagles on the mountain recently?' He will ask you what you want, and you should say you don't want pheasants or bears, just a few ounces of good ginseng."

"Then tell him that you were sent by Lao Wu."

"Please, he will believe you and cooperate with your actions."

"Thank you, Lao Zhou," Hong Zhi said gratefully.

For a composed person like Zhou Yi to reveal his code name shows that he truly considers himself a brother and one of his own.

"Why are you saying that? Without you, Qiu Yan, Sun Yuejian, and I would have died several times over," Zhou Yi said.

"The key is how you deal with the Japanese turning against you; they won't treat you like a hero."

He wanted to smoke, but then he remembered he was in a hospital room and refrained from doing so.

“It’s alright. When I was in Tokyo, I had a classmate whose father was a member of the Imperial Family and also the chief bodyguard of Emperor Hirohito. He was the kind of person who could deliver imperial edicts. It wouldn’t be so easy for Shibuya Saburo to deal with me,” Hong Zhiyou said.

"It seems you two have a good relationship. Being good-looking can sometimes be an invisible advantage," Zhou Yi joked.

"Maybe," Hong Zhiyou said with a smile.

"Alright, then be careful. Let's go. Your uncle's spies are all around here. If I stay any longer, I'll be in big trouble again." Zhou Yi knew he was meticulous, so he didn't ask any more questions.

Hong Zhi drove to Wenxuan Street and found a business that did trade within the Great Wall and could make long-distance calls.

After thinking for a moment, he picked up the phone and quickly dialed a number:
"Hello, Ms. Masako, it's me."

"Long time no see, how are you?"

"Please tell your father, or His Highness the Prince, that I'm in a bit of trouble. Shibuya Saburo has forcibly dragged me into some things."

"I can't go into details, but your father can find out by checking with the authorities in Harbin."

"This concerns my safety, so please take it seriously and convey this message as soon as possible."

Okay, thank you.

I look forward to the day we meet again!

After hanging up the phone, Hong Zhi breathed a slight sigh of relief. Historically speaking, the faction that the original owner of this body ostensibly sided with, the fat and round guy, actually had no future.

At least for the next few years, the forces led by Hideki Tojo will be the mainstream.

It must be said that the original owner did have some brains.

He secretly became a pawn of the royal prince, won the heart of the chief guard's daughter, and with his multiple identities as a member of the military intelligence and the local faction, he was definitely flexible enough.

Perhaps this is the real reason he was secretly murdered.

However, that's not something Hong Zhiyou needs to consider right now.

As long as Masako, with her love-struck mind, can help him convey the message, there is still a good chance of winning this round.

……

The next day.

Police Department Section Chief's Office.

Two homeless men, dressed in old police uniforms and neatly tidied up, were wolfing down a steak.

"Where did you find this? It looks quite similar." Hong Zhiyou walked over with Ren Changchun.

“There are plenty of people like this on the street. Give them a bite to eat and they’ll work. These days, being able to eat their fill and get on the road is considered their good fortune and blessing,” Lu Ming said with a smile.

"Is everything ready at Laotuo Mountain?" Hong Zhi asked.

"The Japanese were busy in the warehouse all night last night, and they took it to Xifeng before dawn, just waiting for us to carry out the mission," Lu Ming said.

"There's nothing we can do. That young Dong is even more cunning than a monkey. It's right that Japan told us to be cautious," Liu Kui said, a cigarette dangling from his lips.

"How are you?" Lu Ming leaned against the door and glanced at Ren Changchun.

"I...I'm ready. With Section Chief Hong here, I'll just follow his instructions," Ren Changchun said honestly.

“Your primary task is to protect Section Chief Hong,” Lu Ming reminded him.

"rest assured.

"Even if I die, I will die before Section Chief Hong," Ren Changchun said with a determined look in his eyes.

"Old Liu, go and bring that Xiao Dong out."

"Pack up, let's go."

Lu Ming gave the instructions.

……

Laotuoshan.

Hong Zhi and his group arrived at West Peak.

"Tell me, where exactly is the medicine hidden?" After getting out of the car, Lu Ming grabbed Xiao Dong and pulled him out, coldly demanding.

"I can't remember exactly, but it was somewhere in this area."

"According to the representatives of the Anti-Japanese United Army, in order to facilitate the resale, the transactions after crossing the Three Rivers usually took place in this area, so the medicine shouldn't be hidden too deep," Xiao Dong said, pointing to several caves nearby with his hands cuffed.

"You better pray you find that batch of medicine, or I'll shoot you dead."

Lu Ming threatened him a few times.

"Spread the nets and search everywhere!" Liu Kui shouted to the police officers in the hall.

A dozen or so police officers began searching the caves along the western peak, one by one.

"You know, the Japanese are really something. Last time they wiped out Guoshanjiang, they didn't search it, but they insisted on leaving this job to us. If it gets moved, what are we going to tell the authorities?" Lu Ming took out his nice cigarette case and, unusually, handed out a round of cigarettes to everyone.

"The Japanese aren't stupid."

"The military police and the Kwantung Army have found it, and they still have to investigate. Not to mention what if they find out that it was leaked by the military, just investigating is a troublesome matter."

"These thankless and arduous tasks should all be done by our police department."

"Section Chief Hong, don't you agree?"

Liu Kui laughed.

Hong Zhi smiled but didn't say anything.

He also complained to Zhou Yi and his uncle about the Japanese.

Sometimes a casual remark can become a pretext for criticism later on.

"found it."

A moment later, a policeman shouted loudly.

The group arrived at the entrance of a cave and retrieved the medicine inside.

"It's freezing cold."

"Hurry up and load it onto the truck."

Hong Zhi flicked away the cigarette butt and gave the order.

As the car drove down the mountain, just halfway up, one of the cars got stuck on the road with a screech.

"what happened?"

Hong Zhi asked a question.

"The car seems to have broken down," Lu Ming said with a worried look.

"I have plans with friends tonight, and the section chief is also waiting for his sight to be restored."

"Here's what we'll do. I'll send two people to escort the drugs and the prisoner first. You guys can continue repairing."

Hong Zhi said with slight irritation.

"That works too."

"Don't forget to recommend me and Lao Liu when we get there!" Lu Ming called out cooperatively.

"rest assured.

“Am I the kind of person who eats alone?” Hong Zhi pointed at the two homeless men dressed as policemen. “You two and Changchun come with me.”

"Yes, sir." The two men, who never imagined they would get to experience being police officers, excitedly agreed.

"Damn it, what are you standing there for? Get out of the car."

Liu Kui pulled Xiao Dong out of the car and pushed him toward Hong Zhiyou's car.

"In my opinion, what's the point of betting? Just shoot him dead," Lu Ming cursed.

"Forget it, this kid's cunning; who knows how much more he's got up his sleeve."

"Otherwise, would the section chief have kept him around until today?"

Liu Kui said.

"boarding."

Ren Changchun urged the two homeless men on.

After the homeless man got into the car, he opened the driver's side door and said, "Section Chief, you drive. The mountain road is too bumpy. I'll squeeze into the passenger seat with him."

"also.

"Brother Lu, Lao Liu, see you in the hall later."

Hong Zhi got into the car and sped down the mountain.

When they were not far from the fork in the road, the car suddenly got stuck in a snowdrift and couldn't get out.

"You guys go down and help push it," Hong Zhi instructed.

Ren Changchun grabbed Xiao Dong and got out of the car, slamming the door shut behind him.

"Brother, do you know how to get to the Anti-Japanese United Army?" Ren Changchun whispered.

"What do you mean?" Xiao Dong looked completely bewildered.

“Those bastards in the hall went too far. While I was recovering from my injuries, they confiscated the house that was allocated to me. I sold my old house, and now my parents can only sleep under a bridge.”

"Why would I risk my life for them? Wouldn't that be stupid?"
"I'll figure out how to take out those two cops outside, then we'll steal the car and head straight into the mountains. Consider these medicines my pledge of allegiance."

Ren Changchun cursed in a low voice, his face filled with righteous indignation.

"What are you two acting like big shots for? Didn't you hear Section Chief Hong tell you to get off and push the cart?" he said, cursing at the two homeless men on the cart.

"Okay, officer."

The two men, without suspicion, jumped off the car and went to the back, where they followed Xiao Dong and pushed the car with all their might.

Ren Changchun drew his gun and fired two shots at the two men.

Before the two unfortunate men could even understand what was happening, they collapsed in a pool of blood.

"what happened?"

Hong Zhi opened the driver's side door and had just poked his head out when Ren Changchun pointed his gun at him and said menacingly:
"Hong Zhiyou, get off the bus."

"Changchun, what do you mean?" Hong Zhi asked in astonishment, raising his hand and slowly jumping down.

"What's the meaning?
"You allocated me a house, then confiscated it in the blink of an eye. Are you kidding me?" Ren Changchun said, pointing a gun at Hong Zhiyou's head.

"Changchun, let me explain, these are all from the hall..."

Hong Zhiyou wanted to explain, but Ren Changchun sneered, "It's too late to say these things now. There isn't a single good person in the police department."

"I've already killed him, there's no turning back, you can just accept your bad luck."

He pretended to fire a shot.

Hong Zhiyou hurriedly cried out in alarm, "I am Gao Bin's nephew, the only son of the Gao family."

“Kill me, and you will get nothing.”

"Why not spare my life? I have money, and my uncle can talk to you. You can ask for medicine, food, and winter clothes; everything is negotiable."

"Xiao Dong, what do you think?" Ren Changchun asked Xiao Dong.

"This person is actually not bad."

"Why don't we keep it for now and hand it over to the people on the mountain to handle once we get there?" Xiao Dong said, glancing at Hong Zhiyou.

"also.

"This guy embezzled from General Guan, who knows how much gold and silver he got. His money could equip a lot of people."

"Unlock the handcuffs and put them on him."

Ren Changchun took out the handcuff key and handed it to Xiao Dong.

Xiao Dong unlocked his own handcuffs and then put them on Hong Zhiyou.

"Can you drive?" Ren Changchun asked Xiao Dong.

"Yes," Xiao Dong said.

"Great! I'll keep an eye on the hostages. You drive into the mountains immediately," Ren Changchun said happily.

Xiao Dong was completely bewildered at that moment.

He didn't know whether he should trust Changchun.

However, Hong Zhiyou was a section chief and Gao Bin's nephew. He had learned about Ren Changchun's downfall from casual conversations with Lao Tu and other interrogation officers in the interrogation room.

Whether it's true or not, this is his best chance to survive.

It was also an excellent opportunity to complete the mission, transport the medicine into the mountains, and save the organization's comrades.

It's definitely worth a try.

Humans have a natural will to survive.

Xiao Dong gritted his teeth, drove the car out of the snowdrift, and turned onto a hidden side road, heading into the mountains.

……

Hong Zhiyou sat in the car, his eyes filled with fear, anxiety and despair.

After several nagging attempts, Ren Changchun punched him in the mouth, and he finally behaved.

The car drove through the mountains for an unknown amount of time.

The leaves rustled as birds chirped.

Two men wearing thick animal fur coats and short jackets emerged from the forest.

"What are you doing?" The two men pointed guns and blocked the car.

"Don't shoot, they're on our side. I'm here on behalf of the organization to transport medicine." Xiao Dong quickly jumped out of the car, exchanged the code, and briefly explained the situation.

"You watch him, I'll go ask for instructions." A member of the Anti-Japanese Allied Army turned and disappeared into the woods.

……

(End of this chapter)