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Chapter 80 The Death of Yumiko

Han Mengyang was worried all day, and in the evening Han Hui came back unharmed.

Han Mengyang asked, "Xiaoman, where did you go today?"

Han Hui frowned and said, "Brother, I'm not your subordinate. There's no need for me to report everything to you."

Han Mengyang's expression froze, his tone filled with worry and anxiety: "Xiaoman, you promised me that you would discuss something with me. Do you know how dangerous it is for you to act alone like this?"

Han Hui disagreed with his statement: "I need to discuss it with you before taking any action. That would be really dangerous. Isn't this the reason why you haven't dared to act yet?"

All her previous efforts had been independently accomplished. Similarly, the Japanese still haven't found any clues. Conversely, many of the carefully planned actions by the Red and Guo parties have either been exposed or failed. The reason for this is the number of people involved, which leads to many twists and turns.

Han Mengyang's heart was shocked.

Han Hui continued making medicine at home, still making the hemostatic powder, but with a different formula. Because it was full of medicinal smell, the neighbors protested.

Three days later, Han Mengyang came back from outside excitedly: "Xiaoman, Xiaoman, Yumiko is dead, she died in prison."

Han Hui put down the herbs in her hand and asked in surprise, "Died in prison? What did she do wrong that Fujimoto wanted to arrest her?"

"While interrogating a prisoner, he suddenly vomited blood and fainted. He was sent to the hospital but could not be saved."

Han Hui was very happy: "It's better to die. If I die, I won't have to worry about being forced to join the Special High Section."

Han Mengyang was silent for a moment and then said, "Xiaoman, I'm sorry, I was wrong."

Han Hui's face was full of confusion.

Han Mengyang said sincerely, "I used to think you acted impulsively and without considering the consequences. Shanghai is different from other places. The struggle here is extremely cruel, and the slightest mistake can cost you your life. Now I understand that I was wrong. You are not reckless, but you are extraordinary courage and ability."

Han Hui smiled and said, "Brother, it's good that you know my story. Don't report it. The Guo Party is leaking information like a sieve. The Red Party isn't as outrageous as the Guo Party, but it also has many nemeses. The more people who know about me, the more dangerous it is."

"I won't report it without your consent."

Han Hui added, "My spear skills and martial arts are both very good. If there are anyone who is difficult to kill, you can give them to me and I will help you kill them."

Han Mengyang doted on her sister and said, "Okay." Her sister devoted herself to the anti-Japanese cause, yet she didn't seek fame and fortune. This sincerity was truly moving.

Yumiko died of vomiting blood. The autopsy report said it was poisoning, but the type of poison could not be determined.

Fujimoto disliked Yumiko, but her poisoning was a provocation to them. So, he ordered the arrest of anyone who had close contact with Fukada Yumiko, and Wang Li was on the list. However, by the time the military police arrived to arrest them, the place was empty.

First Yamano died, and now Yumiko was also poisoned. Fujimoto thought this was very unusual.

Yumiko's death has lifted the alarm, and Han Hui no longer has to stay at home. It's the end of the year, and every household will prepare to buy New Year's goods.

Huang Shufen thought the food here was too expensive, so she bought some ingredients and made her own, making things like orchid root and crispy beans. These were common New Year dishes back home, but rice and flour were too expensive, so they weren't often made.

Seeing Han Hui enjoying the crispy beans, she smiled and said, "Xiao Man, don't you like fried dough twists? Mom will make some for you tomorrow."

Because the weather was too cold, Han Mengyang didn't want Huang Shufen to sell braised dishes anymore. Selling things in the cold winter was also very hard. Xiaocao happened to be Chen Xue's tutor again, so he found a small restaurant and sold the braised dishes to them at wholesale prices. As for the shop, it was also rented out. As such, Huang Shufen is relatively free now. "Great!"

The next day, Han Hui went to Zhang Ziqiang's house with some homemade New Year's goods. Zhao Anna's injury was almost healed, and it was time for the pretty boy to go on stage.

Zhang Ziqiang happened to be on night shift and was at home during the day. Seeing her carrying two bags of things, Zhang Ziqiang felt a little embarrassed and said, "You came easily, why are you carrying so many things?"

I didn’t return all the things I gave you last time, and now I’m taking two more bags of things. I still have to repay that favor.

Han Hui smiled and said, "These are some food that my mother made herself. I wanted to bring them over for Auntie and the children to try."

Since I've brought the things, there's no need to refuse. After accepting the things, Zhang Ziqiang said, "Mom, take Xing'er and the others to Aunt Li's house for a while!"

Aunt Zhang knew that there was something to discuss, so she took her three children out. In the cold winter, they stayed at home.

After asking Han Hui to sit down, Zhang Ziqiang said to her, "Jiang Yi is back. He has already met with Zhao Anna. Miss Han, Jiang Yi said he can capture the man within a month. However, he wants to collect half of the fee first and pay the rest after the job is done."

It's a legitimate request to ask someone to pay part of the fee for doing something. Han Hui asked, "How much?"

Zhang Ziqiang said, "He asked for three large yellow croakers, but I thought that was too much and bargained down to two. Xiao Han, do you think this price is okay?"

This is related to the mission, so she would not be willing to give up even twenty yellow croakers, let alone two.

"Sure." After saying that, Han Hui took out a large yellow croaker and 1000 French francs. The large yellow croaker was for Jiang Yi, the white gang leader, and the 1000 French francs was a reward for Zhang Ziqiang.

Zhang Ziqiang refused to accept the offer: "Xiao Han, if it weren't for you, I would be dead, how could I still ask for your money?"

Han Hui stuffed the money into his hand and said sincerely, "I was going to give you three large yellow croakers, but now I only have one. This money is what you deserve."

Seeing that he was still refusing, Han Hui said, "Brother Zhang, I just saw that Auntie and the children are wearing very thin clothes. Take this money and buy Auntie and the children some warm clothes. The New Year is coming soon, so buy some New Year's goods for a happy New Year."

Zhang Ziqiang accepted 500 French francs and returned the rest to her: "This money is enough for our family to have a prosperous New Year."

Han Hui knew this was her limit, so after a few words, she was about to leave. Before leaving, she said, "Brother Zhang, tell that guy to do his job properly after receiving the money. If he dares to do it half-heartedly, I will make sure he can't stay in Shanghai anymore."

People like this are the most untrustworthy. If they dare to cheat me out of my money, I will let them know why the flowers are so red.

Zhang Ziqiang nodded and said, "Don't worry, I will keep an eye on this matter. If anyone dares not do it carefully, I will not let him off first."

Zhang's mother came back after seeing Han Hui leave: "Qiangzi, what does this Miss Han want to see you for?"

Zhang Ziqiang gave all five hundred French francs to Zhang's mother and said, "Miss Han asked me to do something for her. Don't worry, it's safe."

Zhang's mother said worriedly, "If there's no danger, how could they give you so much money?"

Zhang Ziqiang explained, "Miss Han is not convenient to come forward for this matter, so she asked me to do this favor. If anyone else gave a hundred, that would be the most. Miss Han is generous and wants to help me, so she gave me this much."

Zhang's mother knew that Han Hui was very generous. After putting the money away, she said, "Miss Han is such a good person. You must do your job well."

"I am very sure of that."