The Spy

Chapter 372 You saw the right person
Xu Qingyun is a good person with outstanding abilities. I didn’t expect that he is also good at discovering talents.

A waste like Xu Xiaoer could actually be seen as bright by Xu Qingyun. Facts have proved that Xu Qingyun is accurate and correct in his judgment. The fact that he can discover the hidden Japanese spy is enough to prove his ability.

Boss Dai knew very well that before the Japanese spies were caught, very few people could tell that they were abnormal.

They look a lot like Chinese people and speak fluent Chinese. There are so many of them all over China, who knows they are fake?

After being caught, many of their actions do not stand up to scrutiny. The key is to find them out before others know about it.

This is the embodiment of ability.

Boss Dai is in a good mood and the more talented people he has under him, the better.

The Military Intelligence Bureau had just been upgraded and now it had captured a complete Japanese spy team, which was enough for him to give an account to the old man.

Especially since this group had just arrived in Wuhan and was hiding outside the city, it was even more difficult for them to find them.

The Central Bureau of Investigation also received orders to deal with the Japanese, collect intelligence on the Japanese, and capture Japanese spies.

Look at them, what achievements have they made now?
Boss Dai will make the old man understand that it is their Military Control Commission that has to deal with the Japanese.

Zhao San and Xu Xiaoer provided the clues, and the Intelligence Department was responsible for the action.

However, Xu Xiaoer's identity was top secret. When the case was closed, Xu Zhanjie did not mention Xu Xiaoer. In fact, he did not know Xu Xiaoer's identity and could not mention it even if he wanted to.

All reports of meritorious service will be approved by Boss Dai.

As for Xu Xiaoer's contribution this time, Xu Qingyun will compensate him later.

Boss Dai knew what Xu Qingyun was going to ask Xu Xiaoer to do.

If done well, Xu Xiaoer will become another ace agent in their hands, and a very powerful ace agent.

In a small town outside the city, Zhao San was still undergoing special training.

He was not aware of the good news that the whole team had been captured, and he would have been happier if he had known.

Xu Xiaoer made rapid progress and could learn many things quickly.

Not only that, he can also draw inferences from what he has learned, and can understand and express things even if they have not been taught.

How could such an outstanding student end up being unable to graduate?
In fact, Zhao San understood that the reason why Xu Xiaoer was held back had a lot to do with his ability to act.

With poor shooting skills, poor execution, and even failing the physical fitness test, it would be strange if he didn't get held back.

The Military Control Commission's training school is still not perfect and there are certain misunderstandings.

They are intelligence personnel, and operational capability is not their top priority. Unfortunately, everyone in the Guo Party, including Boss Dai, attaches great importance to operational capability.

An agent must have a keen sense of smell and the ability to act beyond that of an ordinary person.

Xu Xiaoer suffers from a lack of ability to act.

Their district chief is still the most powerful. He doesn’t care how skilled you are, he only looks at your professional ability.

He once asked the district chief why the chief still valued him so much when he didn't even dare to fire a gun?
What Xu Qingyun told him was that shooting was not important, because when the intelligence personnel really shot, it must be a very urgent moment.

As for the operations, professional operations team members will do the work.

A true intelligence officer needs to have the ability to collect intelligence and see through the enemy's disguise and conspiracy.

Even if you don't have the ability to act, if you are qualified in these aspects, you will be an excellent agent.

The district chief not only discovered him and helped him find his own position and give full play to his strengths, but also discovered a rough diamond.

Because of similar experiences, Zhao San liked Xu Xiaoer more and more, and finally he taught him everything he knew without reservation.

He was willing to teach Xu Xiaoer everything he knew.

Unfortunately, there is only one month.

A month passed quickly and Xu Xiaoer had already completed the task of making money.

He was initially given one hundred dollars, and after a month, the one hundred dollars had turned into more than one thousand five hundred dollars.

This doesn't include their daily expenses, which would be much more if added together.

During this month, they had meat almost every meal and wine every two days. Except for not going out to restaurants, their life at home was very good. Even the landlords and rich people did not eat as well as they did.

All of this was earned by Xu Xiaoer.

"The money was exchanged for gold bars, and we were ready to leave."

The special training period is over, and Zhao San is going to take Xu Xiaoer to Shanghai. Time is still a bit tight, and he really wants to continue the special training for another month.

Unfortunately, this is the district chief's order, and he must leave when the time is up.

"Yes."

Xu Xiaoer didn't ask anything. During this period of time, he had already gotten used to obeying Zhao San's orders.

He admired Zhao San very much. He had never thought that there was so much knowledge in these inconspicuous places.

He really liked what Zhao San taught him.

In his heart, Zhao San is a very powerful person, and he is lucky to have such a master.

The two were master and apprentice not only in name but also in fact.

It's even deeper than the nominal master-disciple relationship between Xu Qingyun and Xu Zhanjie.

Xu Qingyun and Xu Zhanjie are more like a combination of interests. Xu Zhanjie was unable to teach Xu Qingyun anything at all. From the perspective of intelligence, Xu Zhanjie is not as good as his apprentice, so how can he teach?

However, Xu Zhanjie did help Xu Qingyun a lot. With Xu Zhanjie's protection, many things were more convenient for Xu Qingyun.

Xu Xiaoer exchanged four large yellow croakers and four small yellow croakers, and had some dollars and legal tender left.

These oceans are enough for them to use on the road.

"Let's go."

After packing the luggage, Zhao San took Xu Xiaoer out. They went directly to the pier. Zhao San had already bought the boat tickets in advance, so they could leave as soon as they got on the boat.

The two of them booked a double room with a nice environment.

Looking out the window, Zhao San sighed slightly. Wuhan was the place where he had lived the longest, and his destiny was also completely changed in Wuhan.

Now the Japanese are eyeing Wuhan covetously, and no one knows whether Wuhan can hold on, or how long it can hold on.

If Wuhan is lost, can Changsha and even places like Yichang in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River be defended?

Chongqing is still upstream and is safe for now, but what about the future?

Not only Zhao San, but all Chinese people were confused at this time. They suffered too much loss in fighting with the Japanese, and it was a fight with human lives.

But even with this method of fighting, a lot of territory was still lost.

The crisis of national subjugation has always been on the mind of every Chinese.

Xu Xiaoer didn't think too much about it. Before leaving, he bought some fruits and snacks, and told the people in the town that he was going to develop his career elsewhere.

He didn't say where exactly he was going.

Even though it was only one month, many customers were reluctant to see him leave. Xu Xiaoer did help them solve many problems, allowing them to get more supplies at a lower price.

It’s much better than for them to find it themselves.

Two days later, Shanghai French Concession.

After arriving in Shanghai, Zhao San did not take Xu Xiaoer to the Shanghai district. He waited in this safe house.

This is also the district chief’s request.

In the entire Shanghai area, except Zhao San, no one else is allowed to see Xu Xiaoer, let alone let them know Xu Xiaoer's identity.

"These are your capital, use them to start a business, the more money you can make, the better."

Zhao San gave him the gold that Xu Xiaoer had exchanged before. This was also the task assigned to him by Xu Qingyun.

"Doing business?"

Xu Xiaoer was stunned. He thought that after arriving in Shanghai, he would immediately start working in the Shanghai district, but he didn't expect that he would still be asked to do business.

What does Master want to do?
Make money?
"That's right." Zhao San nodded.

"What kind of business are you doing?" Xu Xiaoer asked carefully. He was very familiar with the internal situation of the Guo Party. There were few people in the entire Guo Party who were not greedy for money.

He really thought that his master was impressed by his ability to make money and wanted him to help him make money.

"Whatever, according to your specialty."

Zhao San smiled and shook his head. Xu Xiaoer was very outstanding. He was a little reluctant and did not want to send Xu Xiaoer to the Japanese.

As Xu Xiaoer's instructor, he is the only one who knows Xu Qingyun's plan.

From now on, Xu Xiaoer will also become his sole subordinate, a top-secret one.

"it is good."

Xu Xiaoer was very smart and didn't ask anything. Unlike the small towns outside Shanghai and Wuhan, this place was very prosperous.

Things that can be done in small towns outside Wuhan are not possible here.

If he dares to do it, he will immediately have his legs broken. Every industry in Shanghai has organizations, including brokers.

They are never polite to outsiders who come to steal their business.

For two consecutive days, Xu Xiaoer was running around outside looking for a suitable opportunity, while Zhao San returned to the Shanghai district, leaving Xu Xiaoer alone in the concession.

"District Chief, is it really not possible?"

Zhao San was in Xu Qingyun's office. Although he had asked when he just came back, he still wanted to try again.

Xu Xiaoer is very outstanding and can do a lot if he stays in the Shanghai district.

"I know you think highly of him and have developed feelings for him, but believe me, his abilities are more suitable for the enemy."

Xu Qingyun sighed, and it turned out that as long as outstanding people meet a true mentor, they will shine.

Zhao San's evaluation of Xu Xiaoer is no longer excellent, but the highest.

He even praised Xiao Er as a genius, saying that if he stayed in Shanghai Station, he would play a greater role in the future.

"I see. When are you going to see him?"

Zhao San lowered his head. He understood the district chief's character. He knew he couldn't persuade him, and continuing to persuade him would do neither him nor Xu Xiaoer any good.

"Wait a few days, until his business starts to pick up a bit."

Xu Qingyun shook his head slightly. Now was not the time to meet. Xu Xiaoer had to rely on himself to gain a foothold in Shanghai first.

Fortunately, Kamei's progress is not fast, so there is no need to rush for the time being.

Lurking in the heart of the enemy, identity is particularly important. Xu Xiaoer's identity cannot be doubted, otherwise he will not be doing anything but will be committing suicide.

Secondly, on the enemy's side, the slightest carelessness will lead to eternal damnation.

You must have strong enough mental qualities.

Fortunately, Xu Xiaoer has no shortage of these and he has the ability to do these things well.

"Yes."

Zhao San had no choice but to leave. In fact, he understood that with Xu Xiaoer's current ability, he would be more useful if he went to the enemy side.

It's just that he didn't want his students to suffer.

If they go over there, they will definitely suffer a lot. Even if they have Takeda as their accomplice, all necessary procedures will be followed.

Xu Xiaoer's business in Shanghai finally started.

He didn't do information business because that wouldn't work here. Like Xu Qingyun, he first used money to build connections and then started the smuggling business.

Smuggling of some small items.

This kind of thing is the most profitable.

The business has just started and has not yet grown to a large scale. He mainly smuggles food, matches and other things. The Japanese have very strict control outside the concessions, and these kinds of daily necessities are very easy to sell.

As long as it can be sold, the profit will at least double.

Zhao San came to see him from time to time, but Xu Xiaoer never asked when he would take him to the Shanghai district, which made Zhao San most satisfied.

"Waiter, someone will be here soon, be prepared."

The two of them had dinner together that night, and Zhao San suddenly said, Xu Xiaoer immediately looked up and asked carefully: "Is it the district chief?"

He knew that his connections had reached the Shanghai district, but that was all he knew; he knew nothing else.

Zhao San nodded slightly. There was no need to keep it from him at this time.

Xu Qingyun is finally coming to see Xu Xiaoer, which also means that Xu Xiaoer’s real mission is about to officially begin.

He didn't know what to say to the student, so he simply didn't mention it.

"I've been mentally prepared for this."

Xu Xiaoer nodded. He had previously suspected that Zhao San wanted him to help make money, after all, he had the ability to make money.

But these days, Zhao San never asked about anything about business, which made him understand that Zhao San's purpose was not this.

He was not taken to the Shanghai district, so there must be a more important task for him.

The master hasn't given the task yet, so there is only one person who can give the task, their Shanghai district chief, the legendary agent Xu Qingyun.

He had heard about Xu Qingyun many times, but had never seen him.

"That's good."

Zhao San sighed, and less than ten minutes later, there was a knock on the door.

Zhao San immediately got up and opened the door. Xu Qingyun came alone without anyone, but he had made arrangements around him.

It's night time now, and the Japanese are weak here and can't do much.

If something really happens, his strength will definitely crush the Japanese and he will have no problem protecting himself.

Unfortunately, they can only protect it. There is no possibility of relying on these relationships to cause a fallout between the Western powers and the Japanese.

An interest group only considers its own interests.

These foreigners will never do anything that infringes upon their interests.

Xu Xiaoer has stood up and is ready to salute.

He was just a student without a military rank. After graduation, he would be at most a second lieutenant. Xu Qingyun had already been famous. He was a big shot in their Military Control Commission and even a colonel.

"I am Xu Xiaoer..."

Noticing Zhao San walking in behind a young man, Xu Xiaoer immediately saluted.

Before he could finish his words, Xu Qingyun pulled his hand down.

"In special times and special places, there is no need for these cumbersome things."

Xu Qingyun sat down directly, but Xu Xiaoer was still standing there, not daring to sit down.

However, he had already seen Xu Qingyun's appearance clearly, and he was indeed as young as the rumors said. It was said that the district chief had only been graduated from the police academy for three years. It was really unexpected that he had achieved so much in just three years.

Absolutely legendary.

"Zhao San told me everything about your situation. You did a great job. I didn't misjudge you."

Xu Qingyun looked at him with a smile, and Xu Xiaoer lowered his head: "Thank you for the compliment, District Chief."

"You're welcome, sit down and talk."

Xu Qingyun waved his hand, and Xu Xiaoer sat down obediently, his body straight with half of his buttocks exposed.

"Do you know what I'll ask you to do next?"

Xu Qingyun suddenly asked, this is a test, but he believes that this test will not be difficult for Xu Xiaoer.

"You have a very important task for me, and it has to do with making money."

Xu Xiaoer said honestly, and Xu Qingyun nodded with satisfaction. He was indeed Xu Xiaoer, as he had guessed it right.

(End of this chapter)