The Spy

Chapter 255 Return to Nanjing
After obtaining the confession, Xu Qingyun immediately sent a message to Nanjing.

The three agents of the Japanese Army Intelligence Department who were discovered earlier were all captured alive. Two of them surrendered, but the most important one, Takeshi Yamashita, held on to the end.

The arrest of Takeshi Yamashita could not be kept secret, so Xu Qingyun suggested that the Nanjing headquarters and each branch station should go to each unit tomorrow to secretly obtain the list of those who had suddenly asked for leave or left.

Although Japanese spies did not necessarily lurk in these units, some of them were businessmen or had other identities.

If he is a businessman, his identity is difficult to check, but there must be people who have infiltrated his unit, and we can find as many as we can.

The news of Takeshi Yamashita's arrest could not be concealed at all.

"Order each station to obtain a list of all those who have requested sudden leave tomorrow."

After reading the telegram, the director immediately gave the order. It was indeed a pity that Yamashita Takeshi did not confess, but Xu Qingyun reacted quickly. Once the Japanese spy responded, he would most likely hide first.

There was no way they could really evacuate, but if they hid first, they would at least be able to catch a few fish.

The conference room of the Chinese District of the Japanese Army Intelligence Department was brightly lit.

The Special Higher Police suddenly sent them a message saying that Yamashita Takeshi, Takebayashi and the other two might have been captured by the Chinese, and asked them to make preparations in advance.

Takebayashi and Maekawa are the best operatives. If anything happens to them, it will be a big loss for the Army Intelligence Department.

But their importance cannot be compared with Yamashita Takeshi.

Yamashita Takeshi is in charge of the East China region and knows a lot of lists of undercover personnel, all of whom are agents painstakingly deployed by the Army Intelligence Department over the years. If they are caught because of Yamashita Takeshi, the Army Intelligence Department cannot afford this loss.

"Minister, Yamashita-kun is too reckless. He shouldn't have personally participated in the assassination."

A high-ranking official said quietly that the person chairing the meeting was Tokugawa, the deputy chief of the Army Intelligence Department.

The Army Intelligence Department's headquarters is in Japan, the China region is under the charge of Deputy Minister Tokugawa, and its headquarters is located in the Northeast.

"I believe in Yamashita-kun. He won't betray the empire."

The other man shook his head and said that he had a good relationship with Yamashita and knew him very well. Yamashita Takeshi was a brave warrior who was extremely loyal to the emperor and would never do anything to betray the empire.

"We can't take this risk. Order all the hidden personnel in East China to find a way to avoid it first."

Tokugawa finally spoke, saying that Yamashita was involved with not just one person, but dozens of people. Regardless of whether Yamashita betrayed or not, they must be evacuated first.

If the people below the mountain are truly brave warriors and can withstand the punishment without betraying, it won't be too late to let them go back.

"Minister, can we find a way to rescue Yamashita?"

The person who just spoke looked at Tokugawa, who shook his head: "It's difficult, they won't admit it."

Yamashita used a fake identity and was arrested in Chinese territory. It is impossible for the Military Intelligence Department to admit that they arrested people.

They are an intelligence agency, and it is impossible for them to go to war with the Chinese because of Yamashita.

Tokugawa was the deputy minister, and the Tokugawa family was one of the top families in Japan, controlling Japan for hundreds of years during the shogunate era.

The current head of the family was the Speaker of the House of Nobles two years ago.

Everyone stopped talking. They understood that the minister's arrangement was correct. They could not put all their hopes on the fact that people down the mountain would not betray them. They had to respond to protect these people.

It was already eight o'clock, and there was no news from the Special Higher Police, which made Tokugawa completely give up the last bit of hope.

As the radio waves spread rapidly to various places, many people received emergency evacuation orders.

This is a temporary evacuation. They need to find a way to settle their identities and find a safe place to wait for orders.

In Wuhan, Takeshi Yamashita was sent to a cell, and Gui Tianhai and two other people took turns guarding him to ensure that there was always someone by Takeshi Yamashita's side.

Gui Tianhai and the other two had no objection to this task. The team leader had told them that Gui Tianhai would definitely be the best this time, and if the other two did a good job on this task, they would also be rated the best.

In addition, apply for additional rewards for them.

The best reward alone was thirty dollars, and the three of them were very enthusiastic.

Two people guarded at the same time, one person took turns, and even going to the toilet could only be done by one person, ensuring that Takeshi Yamashita could not do anything in the cell.

"Stationmaster, the security department found a person who asked for leave. He said he received a telegram from his hometown saying that something urgent happened at home. He left early in the morning and didn't even go to work."

At noon, Yan Ming ran back to report that all branch stations were checking people who had taken temporary leave, and Wuhan was naturally no exception.

Yan Ming investigated personally and ran out in the morning.

"I went to his house, found his neighbors, and asked at a restaurant. I found out that he had left home last night. I checked his phone number and found out that someone called him yesterday. He left after answering the phone. I also went to the telegraph office and found out that he had not received the telegram at all."

Yan Ming conducted a very detailed investigation and found that the person who took temporary leave must be a Japanese spy.

And it belongs to the Army Intelligence Department. Unfortunately, Yan Ming checked many places throughout the morning and only found this one.

Now that the person is gone, there is no possibility of catching him.

"Send someone to watch him and see if he comes back."

Xu Qingyun nodded slightly. His guess was correct. After Yamashita Takeshi got into trouble, the Army Intelligence Department evacuated their people.

It’s good to take action. Even if these people really evacuate and never come back, it can be regarded as driving away some Japanese spies.

"Yes."

Yan Ming accepted the order. He didn't know the situation at other stations, but he would keep a close eye on Wuhan.

Since Yamashita Wu couldn't use torture, Xu Qingyun tortured him in other ways to see if he could eventually pry open his mouth.

So far, only one person has been found to have evacuated urgently, which means that the traitors who were instigated by them have not left. These traitors are more dangerous, and most of the intelligence of the Japanese spies is obtained through them.

If Yamashita Takeshi spoke up, he would be able to eliminate their sources of intelligence.

December passed quickly and it was time to announce the awards.

The action team performed the best. Fu Wenzhen, Gui Tianhai and others won first place, with Fu Wenzhen and Gui Tianhai each receiving an additional reward of 30 yuan.

The other two people who were with Gui Tianhai were rewarded an additional twenty yuan.

The three of them alone received a reward of 160 yuan.

You can buy a cow for a few dozen dollars, and the reward for the three of them is equivalent to three cows, which is a very generous reward.

They won the award and everyone was convinced.

"Captain Fu, congratulations."

Jiang Cheng congratulated Fu Wenzhen and also received a reward, but it was only ten yuan, not as much as Fu Wenzhen.

"Thank you, Captain Jiang. Ma Zilong is still not moving. Should we apply for an arrest?"

They have been keeping an eye on Ma Zilong for almost a month, and he has not made any move. However, they have to be extremely careful when keeping an eye on him, as the longer they keep an eye on him, the more likely they are to be noticed by him.

Once discovered by the other party, the merit will turn into a fault.

Fu Wenzhen has already started thinking about arresting people.

After observing for a period of time, he has determined that Ma Zilong is not his comrade and is most likely a Japanese spy, so he has no psychological burden in arresting him.

"I'll go ask again."

After thinking about it, Jiang Cheng nodded. They were all trapped here now, and it was not a good idea to keep watching them.

If the opponent is in dormant mode, it will be useless for them to stare at him unless he is activated.

"I'll report to the stationmaster."

After hearing Jiang Cheng's report, Yan Ming immediately stood up. Ma Zilong didn't move, which indeed put them in a passive position.

If you stare at someone for too long, the possibility of being discovered by the other party will increase.

"Catch them, it's a good opportunity to ask them about their situation."

Xu Qingyun thought for a few seconds and agreed to the request to arrest the person. If the Japanese spy did not move, there would be no way to expand the harvest, and he could not waste too much time on one person. "Yes."

Yan Ming took the order and left, and Jiang Cheng and Fu Wenzhen were finally freed.

The arrest went smoothly. Fu Wenzhen and his team had been monitoring Ma Zilong for so long that they already knew his daily routine. They chose a place with few people and unexpectedly pinned him down when he passed by.

The man was taken back to the Military Intelligence Department.

Jiang Cheng and Fu Wenzhen interrogated the case together. Even Yan Ming did not attend the interrogation.

There is no need to steal the credit from your subordinates. Yan Ming is intentionally training them and hopes that they can all stand on their own in the future.

"Team leader, they confessed, they are really Japanese spies. They have received orders to temporarily suspend all intelligence work."

An hour later, Jiang Cheng came to report to Yan Ming.

There were not many Japanese spies who could withstand the punishment, at least Ma Zilong couldn't.

"Where are the traitors he instigated?"

"There are three. Here is the list."

Japanese spies must have a source of intelligence to collect, and inciting traitors to defect is the simplest and most effective way.

It is more difficult for them to infiltrate the Fruit Party on their own and it takes longer time. Moreover, most of their identities are fake, so it is not easy for them to become senior leaders.

"Catch him immediately."

Yan Ming stood up and prepared to report to Xu Qingyun. As for the traitor who had been instigated, he must be captured, but the action team must be the main person in charge of the capture.

This case is a joint investigation between them and the action team, with the action team taking the lead.

"Yes."

Jiang Cheng left excitedly. Fu Wenzhen was already prepared. He took his team and gave an order to set off immediately.

The three traitors had plenty of money and seized a lot of it.

Yan Ming gave the bulk to Xu Qingyun, and Jiang Cheng and Fu Wenzhen each got some.

As for their property, it was all confiscated.

The General Affairs Group headed by Zheng Jiming can now be said to be the fattest department in Wuhan Station, and the general affairs of other stations cannot be compared with Wuhan.

If officials don't put money into their own pockets, how can the general affairs department not get fat?

"Happy New Year, Station Master."

Zhao San came to Xu Qingyun's office early in the morning. Today is January 36st, the first day of years.

In a blink of an eye, it has been almost a year since Xu Qingyun came into this world.

"Happy New Year."

Xu Qingyun replied with a smile that they were the intelligence department and they did not have a holiday for the Gregorian New Year, but some people were allowed to rest for a day.

Mainly the action team and the intelligence team, they were all very tired recently.

"Webmaster, last month's rewards have been verified and there are no problems."

Zhao San is responsible for reviewing the awards, and he takes this job very seriously. He will review all the reports submitted to make sure their achievements are genuine.

Some do not need to be reviewed, but must be reviewed by Gui Tianhai.

His contributions are obvious to everyone.

"You've done a good job. The New Year is coming soon. Call a meeting with the team leaders and tell them that all the team members who have performed well this year will receive extra rewards at the end of the year. You can discuss the specific amount. In addition, each person will receive another 30 yuan during the New Year."

Thirty per person, that's 7,600 to 7,000 for more than 200 people.

Including additional rewards for good performance, the expenditure is almost 10,000 French francs.

The number is not small, but the foreign production from Wuhan Station alone is enough, not to mention that a lot of it was copied this time.

They can definitely afford this money.

"Thank you, Station Master."

Zhao San said with a smile that their webmaster was the best at this, he would give out money at any time.

If this continues, there will probably be no more poor families in the station in the future. No, the situation has improved a lot now. Those whose family conditions are not good have had their lives improved a lot because they have been paid in full and have more meals prepared for them.

Today, the entire site has a very strong sense of cohesion, and the webmaster is supported and recognized by everyone.

Zhao San left happily, and Xu Qingyun came to the window.

Snowflakes are falling outside. This is the first snow of this winter. As time goes by, China’s most bitter and difficult time will soon come.

It’s already very cold in China, but people in Singapore are still wearing thin clothes.

"Dad, I'm done packing. When are we leaving?"

In a villa, a pretty girl walked out of the room and asked an old man mischievously.

"immediately."

Mr. Chen responded with a smile, saying that today was January 7th, the day he would return to China.

Mr. Chen has lived abroad since he was a child and has not returned home many times. He heard that paper money has been issued in the country and that the current paper money looks pretty good. The issuance of paper money is beneficial to national development, freeing up gold and silver so that more things can be done.

The prerequisite is that credit must be stable. Once credit collapses, paper money will be worthless, which will be a disaster for the people.

In Nanjing, Xu Qingyun got off the ship.

He received the notice three days ago, asking him to arrive in Nanjing before today to help entertain Mr. Chen.

The last time, the governor mentioned this to him, asking him to be prepared, as he would be coming back before the New Year.

At this time, Xu Qingyun already knew why he was called back.

The relationship between the Xu and Chen families is indeed good. Xu Qingyun's grandfather once saved Mr. Chen's life. It is not an exaggeration to say that they are friends for life.

"Qingyun."

Seeing Xu Qingyun, Xu Qingshi immediately waved his hand. It was not only Xu Qingyun who came to receive Mr. Chen, but also him.

"elder brother."

When Xu Qingyun saw his brother, a smile appeared on his face. The people who came to pick him up from the Military Intelligence Department were Fang Laibao and Zuo Jinfang. At this time, Fang Laibao was very tactful and stood aside with Zuo Jinfang without disturbing the two brothers.

"After coming back this time, will you go back before the New Year?"

In the car, Xu Qingshi took the initiative to ask, Xu Qingyun went to Wuhan, and the situation in Nanjing is currently normal. He is still in the East City Branch. With Xu Zhanjie there, he is the director's man, and his position is very stable.

The deputy chief basically didn't ask about anything and just guarded the territories of his two sheriffs.

This piece of land was given to him by Xu Qingshi, otherwise he would have nothing in the bureau.

The deputy director would be content if he could be given some territory and make some money, and would not cause trouble for Xu Qingshi.

"I have already made arrangements for Wuhan. I will not go back before the New Year. Let's go home together."

The family had already sent a telegram, hoping that they could go back for the New Year. The Xu family is small now, and the two elders in the family hope that they can go back for the New Year reunion.

"it is good."

Xu Qingshi was very happy. Like Xu Qingyun, he had been out for quite some time. It would be a lie for him to say that he didn't miss home.

Four thousand words. I’m not in good shape today, so I’ll take a break.

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(End of this chapter)