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"Mr. Ogata, would you be willing to go undercover in Goryokaku?"

Ogata was stunned for a moment, then blinked several times.

"An undercover agent? Me?"

“That’s right. Sirika extended an invitation to all tribes, and any Ainu who aspires to the ‘Yamato Conquest’ can join his ranks.”

Upon hearing this, Ogata finally understood Aoto's intention.

“I see… I understand now. You want me to disguise myself as an Ainu person and take the opportunity to infiltrate Wulingguo.”

Qingdeng nodded slightly.

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Chapter 1063 Qingdeng's Guardian Deity [4800]

"My original plan was to gain naval superiority and then use the power of warships to recapture Goryeo in one fell swoop."

"However, the success or failure of this plan depends entirely on the naval battle."

"If we win the naval battle, everything will be fine, but if we lose, then we'll be in trouble."

"Although the type of enemy ships has not yet been confirmed, based on the intelligence we have, their level of sophistication is likely superior to ours."

"Naval warfare is all about equipment; if your equipment is inferior, you're doomed."

"Therefore, with our few rudimentary warships, the chances of gaining control of the sea are indeed slim."

"Even if we ultimately win, it will most likely be a hard-fought victory. We must be prepared for the possibility that all our warships will be destroyed and sunk."

"Since the enemy has the advantage in naval power, we might as well do the opposite—first recapture Goryokaku, and then use the Goryokaku forts to attack the enemy ships on the sea!"

"The original design of the Goryeokaku was to deter enemy forces coming from the sea."

Even the most impregnable fortress is vulnerable inside.

“Sending out ‘mole’ is a foolproof method for breaching a fortress.”

Ogata listened attentively, nodding occasionally.

After Qing Deng finished speaking, he slowly said:

“I am fluent in the Ainu language and I know a lot about the Ainu culture and customs. It is indeed the most suitable person for me to play the role of an Ainu person and infiltrate Wulingguo.”

Qing Deng added with a smile:

"Most importantly, you are very strong."

"Even if you're alone, I believe you can successfully complete your undercover mission."

"To be honest, I think you alone could successfully reclaim Wulingguo."

Ogata let out a bitter laugh:

"I've said it many times, don't overestimate me. I'm not invincible. If I'm accidentally shot in the head or heart, I'll die just the same."

After jokingly making a "shooting" gesture with his forehead, Ogata continued:

"I understand the specifics."

“Your plan is quite feasible and suits my taste.”

“I really want to confront Sirika so that I can ask them face to face where their ‘immortality’ comes from.”

"However, I can't go to Wulingguo alone. I need some companions to cover for me."

"The best way to hide a green leaf is to hide it among a bunch of green leaves."

"If I go to Wulingguo alone, the other side will only need to ask a few more questions to find out my secret."

"Ideally, I'd like to play the most inconspicuous role in a team."

Qingdeng nodded slightly:

“I understand, you and I are thinking the same thing.”

"I plan to talk to the village chief and ask him to send someone to cooperate with us."

“Select a few trustworthy warriors from among the able-bodied men of Shikonkara and have them feign allegiance to Sylica. Mr. Ogata, you will mingle among them.”

After a moment's thought, Ogata nodded vigorously:

"Okay, let's do it that way."

In just a few words, the two finalized a brand new battle plan.

Qing Deng has always been a decisive and efficient person.

Moreover, we are currently at war, and not a single second can be wasted.

So as soon as he finished speaking, he turned around and left in a hurry.

"Let's hurry and find the village chief!"

Ogata smiled helplessly and reached out to grab Aoto:

"Tachibana-kun, don't rush, at least finish dinner first."

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After dinner, and after telling Ya Yikong that "we need to see the village chief," the two of them rushed to the village chief's house without stopping.

Shikonkala is just a village, so its size is so small, and it's convenient to go anywhere.

Soon, the two returned to the village chief's house.

Ogata shouted through the door:

"Village Chief! It's me! Akonru!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he received the village chief's immediate reply, "Come in quickly."

Just now, the village chief had finished dinner and was sitting by the window smoking.

He raised an eyebrow in surprise as he looked at the two visitors who had come again.

"Akonru, Mr. Tachibana, what brings you here?"

Without wasting words, Qingdeng solemnly sat down in front of the village chief and directly stated his purpose.

The village chief had only heard a few words when his expression turned solemn with astonishment. He even forgot to smoke, letting the pipe in his hand burn quietly and produce smoke.

Before long, Qing Deng finished speaking.

The village chief frowned slightly and muttered to himself:

"Let Akonru act as an undercover agent... If it's Akonru, then this plan is indeed feasible."

His words were full of trust in Ogata.

Aoto was unaware of Ogata's past in Murokokara.

Although Ogata claimed that he was living a normal, secluded life in Murokonara, based on his own observations, Aoto was certain that Ogata's life in Murokonara was anything but ordinary!

After Ogata returned to Murokonara, everyone from the village chief to the ordinary children treated him with utmost respect, and no one dared to slight him.

This demonstrates that Ogata enjoyed a superior position within the Murokonka family.

The fact that he possesses the title "Akonru" (hero) alone demonstrates the extraordinary nature of his identity.

As it turns out, a formidable person like Ogata can't hide his brilliance no matter where he goes.

The village chief did not reply immediately. He lowered his head, stared at the straw mat in front of him, and pondered silently, taking one long drag of his cigarette after another.

Qingdeng was not impatient; he waited patiently, giving the other party ample time.

About 10 minutes later, the village chief took a deep breath, his face no longer filled with conflict, but "resolute" replaced "hesitation":

“I understand. Since our interests align, we should cooperate with each other. Besides, our village owes you a great favor. I will try to find a group of trustworthy warriors to assist you.”

Upon hearing this, Qingdeng, unable to suppress his laughter, loudly proclaimed:

"We are extremely grateful! With your help, the recapture of Wulingguo is a sure thing!"

The negotiations with the village chief went even more smoothly than he had expected.

At this moment, he was sincerely grateful that he had gone deep into the interior of Ezo with Ogata to gather intelligence.

Not only did they gain more allies, they also found an opportunity to infiltrate Goryeo.

With the alliance secured, the atmosphere immediately became more relaxed, and smiles appeared on the faces of Qing Deng and the others.

Just then, a hoarse shout came from outside the door.

After hearing this, the village chief couldn't help but chuckle.

"Excuse me, my old smoking buddy came to ask me for a smoke."

After saying that, he turned his head and shouted towards the door.

A moment later, an elderly man with cloudy eyes and a somewhat hunched posture pushed open the door and slowly walked into Qing Deng and the others' view.

Strangely enough, as soon as this person entered, as if using radar to locate him, he suddenly turned his head and stared intently at Qingdeng.

His gaze was unusually strange, as if he were not looking at Qingdeng himself, but rather observing something behind him.

Just as Qingdeng was about to ask, "What's wrong? Am I dirty?", the hunchbacked old man suddenly stretched out his right index finger, pointing at Qingdeng while muttering something in a garbled language:

"%&#%￥￥&%##%!"

Ogata tilted his head at the opportune moment and introduced and translated to Aoto:

“This is Tukala, which means ‘strong crane’. He is an elder of Shikongkala, and even the village chief treats him with great respect. He just said that your ‘Tulianpe’ is very powerful.”

Qingdeng was taken aback:

What is 'Tu Lianpei'?

Ogata explained: