You were allowed to marry into No. 76 family, and you were promoted to director?

Chapter 262 Defamation
"So this time, we can't be too careful."

"I'm 80% sure my whereabouts have been leaked. The mole is still in Chongqing. Old Fu, do you think it's possible that this mole also leaked the news that we're going to attack the Japanese arsenal?"

Fu Zhengguo was slightly taken aback, but he had already agreed with Chen Chuyin's words.

If they dared to leak even Chen Chuyin's whereabouts, it doesn't seem impossible that they would leak something else as well.

"So, stationmaster, what do you plan to do?"

Chen Chuyin smiled and said:

"We can't attack the armory. Iwai Hisakawa has been hiding in the background all along, so let's take him down! Let's force him to make a move and see what tricks this old devil has up his sleeve. At the same time, we can also find out his purpose."

"Boss Dai ordered us to attack the Japanese armory just to vent our anger. Since it's all about venting, it doesn't matter who we target. There's no need to blow up the armory, what do you think?"

Fu Zhengguo shook his head and smiled:
"Old Chen, I always thought you were very methodical in doing things, but I never imagined that one day you would disobey orders just to find out what's going on with the students."

"A general in the field may disobey orders, Lao Fu. It's settled then. Let's go and take care of the Iwai Mansion and make a move on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs!"

Shanghai, Baoshan Street. Lin Jieru's head is still buzzing as she leaves the movie theater.

After watching the movie, she also knew the task that Chenguang had assigned to her.

So exciting!

After leaving the movie theater, Lin Jieru went to the opera house. Seeing that it was almost time, she arrived at the agreed-upon location.

"Jieru, I thought you weren't coming."

The person speaking was He Daping, who was watching the show and had been cracking open a bunch of sunflower seed shells.

"I watched a movie, sorry to have kept you waiting."

He Daping glanced at Lin Jieru in surprise. She had come to meet him, yet she still had time to go see a movie.

"Chenguang contacted me. Tonight, let's go and take advantage of the Iwai Mansion."

He Daping almost choked on his saliva:
"What? Go after the Iwai Mansion? Why?"

Zhao Xuan didn't explain it to her, but Lin Jieru probably guessed it:

"You should have seen today's newspaper. The headline was revealed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but we have no idea what the Japanese are really up to. So, Chenguang has decided to first sow discord at the Iwai Mansion and force Iwai Ogawa to take action."

To get a preliminary assessment!

He Daping realized what was happening.

"Should we report this to Secretary Sun?"

Lin Jieru glanced at He Daping:
"Chenguang already informed Uncle Sun, so we just need to carry it out. However, someone will be cooperating tonight."

While almost all the major powers in Shanghai were focused on today's newspaper, Zhao Xuan met with Lan Zehuizi, and then Lan Zehuizi took Zhao Xuan directly to No. 18 Shanyin Road, Hongkou District.

Osaka Chamber of Commerce, Shanghai Branch.

In the president's office on the third floor, Watanabe Kyoko greeted Aizawa Keiko and Zhao Xuan with a smile and led them to kneel down in front of the low table.

Watching Watanabe Kyoko's tea-brewing technique, Zhao Xuan was filled with admiration; Watanabe Kyoko's talent in the tea ceremony was unparalleled.

Just watching Watanabe Kyoko brew tea calmed Zhao Xuan and Lan Ze Huizi down.

However, having come all this way, Zhao Xuan hadn't forgotten the task given to him by the people in the mountain city.

Both dialysis and scanning modes are enabled.

After searching Watanabe Kyoko's office, Zhao Xuan was slightly disappointed to find nothing.

However, it's also understandable. Given Kyoko Watanabe's cautious nature, she wouldn't keep important things in her office, even if it has the world's most secure safe.

Seeing the contents of the safe through dialysis mode, Zhao Xuan was speechless. It was empty. Such a big safe, Watanabe Kyoko didn't put anything in it, just left it there to cover up the truth.

"Ah Xuan, Hui Zi, try this tea. It's quite rare."

Huizi quickly took the teacup, and Zhao Xuan laughed after taking it:

"Mrs. Watanabe, although tea leaves are rare, your tea-brewing technique is the most exquisite."

Kyoko Watanabe covered her mouth and laughed, looking at Zhao Xuan with delighted eyes, and said:

"Ah Xuan, it's been a while since I last saw you, and you've certainly gotten better at talking."

After saying that, Watanabe Kyoko glared at Aizawa Keiko:

"Huizi, look at Ah Xuan, and then look at you. Every time you come over for tea, you don't say a word. Honestly!"

Aizawa Keiko gave an awkward smile. She hadn't actually praised Watanabe Kyoko; mainly because when Aizawa Keiko met Watanabe, she didn't know what to say except when discussing business.

After saying this, Watanabe Kyoko's expression turned serious, and she watched the two of them put down their teacups before saying:
"Iwai Hisakawa has now officially stepped onto the stage, but he is still the same as before, thinking that he is exceptionally intelligent and that no one else is as good as him."

Hearing Watanabe's words, Zhao Xuan was taken aback, while Aizawa Keiko looked at Watanabe with some confusion.

"Tojo Jun's visit to Shanghai has caused quite a stir. Sigh, by tomorrow night at the latest, someone will teach him a lesson."

"As for your visit today, if I'm not mistaken, Huizi, you're planning to go to the Huamao Hotel, right?"

Aizawa Keiko nodded directly:

“Mother, Uncle Tojo’s safety is important. I am not at all comfortable entrusting his protection to a gambler like Iwai Hisakawa.”

After listening, Kyoko Watanabe fell silent, poured herself a cup of tea, took a small sip, and then looked at the two people sitting opposite her and said:
"Iwai likes to play tricks and schemes, and he always relies on surprise tactics. As for whether Tojo Jun will appear at the Cathay Hotel the day after tomorrow, even I am not sure."

“But Keiko, you’re right. We can’t put Tojo Jun’s safety on Iwai’s shoulders.”

“He often acts without considering the consequences, and now he has the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the military. I can’t say how bold he really is.”

Lan Zehui nodded, and Zhao Xuan also gained a general understanding of Iwai Ogawa's true personality.

He is truly patient and cautious.

But ironically, this kind of person likes to take risky moves. If he doesn't make a mistake, it's fine, but once he does, it's a fatal one.

"Well then, since you're here, go to the Hua Mao Hotel if you want. If there are any problems, I'll take care of them for you."

"But remember one thing: before you meet Tojo Jun, whatever happens inside the Cathay Hotel, do not act rashly."

After she finished speaking, Kyoko Watanabe clapped her hands, and a man wearing a black suit and sunglasses walked in, carrying a suitcase.

"Here is 600,000 yen, which will be the Special Higher Police's operating budget for this month. When you're out and about, you should enjoy yourself. This trip for you and Ah-Hsuan will be considered a publicly funded trip. I'll give you an extra 50,000 US dollars. Have fun."

Aizawa Keiko blushed and didn't dare look Watanabe in the eye. Zhao Xuan, on the other hand, smirked slightly; it was like they were on their honeymoon. After leaving the Chamber of Commerce, Zhao Xuan even used scanning mode to investigate again, and this time he gained an unexpected reward.

Behind this office building, there is surprisingly a fairly large basement.

Zhao Xuan immediately released the nanobugs, and after entering the basement, he started searching in scanning and dialysis modes.

However, after searching, Zhao Xuan was disappointed again.

This place is filled with goods traded by the Osaka Chamber of Commerce, mostly in high demand. The most valuable item is a batch of penicillin, but Zhao Xuan doesn't really care about it.

Zhao Xuan came here empty-handed.

"Ah Xuan, what's wrong?"

Lan Zehui, who was driving, glanced at Zhao Xuan, who was sitting in the passenger seat in a daze.

Coming to his senses, Zhao Xuan smiled and replied:
"No, I was thinking about what Mrs. Watanabe said."

"By the way, Keiko, Mrs. Watanabe seems to know a lot about Iwai Hisakawa."

Aizawa Keiko smiled and replied:

"Yes, they were classmates, from elementary school all the way to university. But my mother didn't like him. He was too extreme in his actions and was treacherous and cunning. Almost no one in my mother's class had much contact with him."

After saying that, Aizawa Keiko smiled and said:
"Ah Xuan, let's go to the French Concession tonight. By the way, do you want to bring Xiao Ya along?"

Aizawa Keiko didn't know why she asked the question; her intention was not to let Toya go with her.

Although Lan Zehui didn't think the trip to the Huamao Hotel would be too dangerous, she didn't want a third wheel around when she was alone with Zhao Xuan, and Dao Ya was a really bright third wheel!

"It'll only be a day or two, don't worry about Xiaoya. It's better to leave her at home; it's worrying to leave her out."

Lan Zehui chuckled, nodded, and fell silent, then drove quickly toward Wusong Road.

After dropping Zhao Xuan off at the Special Higher Police dormitory, Lan Zehuizi originally wanted to go back as well, but Zhao Xuan invited her inside for a glass of water.

How could Keiko possibly refuse such an invitation!

When Zhao Xuan got out of the car, he knew that Dao Ya was home, which was unusual for her.

Daoya, who was lying on the sofa eating snacks and counting money, heard the door open and quickly rolled over and hid all her money inside her clothes, looking just like a kangaroo.

Seeing that the people who came were Zhao Xuan and Lan Zehuizi, Dao Ya blushed slightly and shouted loudly:

"Brother-in-law! Why didn't you tell me you were coming back!"

Seeing Dao Ya's adorable appearance, Lan Ze Huizi couldn't help but laugh, while Zhao Xuan pointed to the clothes she was covering with her hands:

"What are you hiding?"

Dao Ya mumbled a hum and turned to run towards her bedroom.

Perhaps because he was running too fast, a few US dollar bills floated out of his clothes.

Dao Ya completely lost her composure, quickly crouched down to pick up the banknotes, and ran into the room, only to emerge a while later.

Seeing Zhao Xuan and Huizi chatting in the living room, Dao Ya walked over in annoyance:

"Brother-in-law, I need to talk to you about something. Next time you're coming home, could you please let me know beforehand? I thought a thief had broken in. Also, Sister Huizi, why are you all home so early today?"

Lan Zehui smiled slightly, while Zhao Xuan rolled his eyes at Dao Ya.

"Who counts money at home all the time? And what kind of behavior were you doing on the sofa just now? Did you have any ladylike manners at all?"

"Zhao Sang, that's enough, let's not talk about Xiao Ya anymore. It's rare for Xiao Ya to be home."

Dao Ya giggled, ran over and sat down next to Lan Zehuizi, then made a face at Zhao Xuan:
"Hehe~"

"That's right, when I'm not home you say I'm never home and just out having fun. But when I'm home, you still find fault with me. Brother-in-law, I've discovered that you're really hard to please!"

"Nothing big or small."

After a brief chat, Zhao Xuan looked at Dao Ya seriously and said:

"I'm going out on a mission with your sister Huizi tonight, and I probably won't be back for a day or two. You stay home and don't cause any trouble."

Upon hearing this, Dao Ya nudged Aizawa Keiko's arm and said in a coquettish tone:

"Sister Huizi, look at him!"

Aizawa Keiko raised her hand and smoothed a strand of hair behind Toa's ear:
"Alright, Xiaoya, listen to your brother-in-law."

"It's getting late, Zhao Sang, Xiao Ya, I'm leaving now. There are still some things to finish in the office. Let's head out at nine o'clock tonight."

After Aizawa Keiko left, Dao Ya looked at Zhao Xuan and said:

"Brother-in-law, Huo Junhua and his wife bought a large batch of explosives from me today. Is there going to be a big operation at the Shanghai station?"

Zhao Xuan was startled, somewhat confused about what the Shanghai station was going to do; he had never heard of it before.

"I don't know, but the station manager of the Shanghai station is very capable, so nothing should happen."

"Tonight, Lan Zehui and I are going to the Hua Mao Hotel in the French Concession. Is there any way we can sneak in? Your brother-in-law will take you to do something exciting!"

Dao Ya's eyes lit up; this was a brilliant idea!
"Brother-in-law, it's no big deal."

"I read today's newspaper too. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is up to something. Prince Tojo Jun came to Shanghai just to find an actor to make a movie. This is such a waste of talent. When did Japanese princes become so worthless?"

At this point, Dao Ya's eyes darted around, and she excitedly clenched her little fists, asking:
"Brother-in-law, you're sending me to the Cathay Hotel? Are you trying to get involved with the Consul General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Iwai Hisakawa?!"

Zhao Xuan smiled and nodded:

"I wasn't sure before, but after learning about Iwai Hisakawa from Watanabe Kyoko today, I'm certain that the Hua Mao Hotel the day after tomorrow is a complete trap, and Tojo Jun won't be there at that time."

"However, after that night, Tojo Jun will definitely appear at the Cathay Hotel. This is about face, something the Japanese value most during their period of arrogance. Therefore, they will not change Tojo Jun's itinerary."

Dao Ya nodded with a playful smile:
"At most, they'll say that Tojo Jun's schedule was delayed, and that this is a trap."

Daoya raised a finger and poked her chin repeatedly as she spoke:

"That little devil is ruthless. He probably released this information today to give the Military Intelligence Bureau, the underground party, and even some other people with ulterior motives time to prepare. Then, the day after tomorrow, he'll kill everyone who has checked into the Cathay Hotel in the last two days, or who has just started working there!"

After listening to Dao Ya's words, Zhao Xuan felt that they made a lot of sense; he hadn't thought of this issue before.

“It’s impossible to kill them all, but Iwai Hisakawa did a pretty good job with this move.”

(End of this chapter)