Espionage: I Have Photo Editing Software

"Mr. Wang, I really can't tell fortunes anymore. People will die." Wei Renming said with a mournful face.

Wang Xinheng said with dissatisfaction:

"Zhiqiang, didn't he give you a reading twice before?"

"That's right." Chen Zhiqiang threatened, "Wei Renming, Mr. Wang is giving you face, don't be ungrateful."

"Mr. Wang, it's not that I'm ungrateful, but my family has a tradition that telling fortunes for others is bad for one's karma," Wei Renming said.

"Then forget it, I don't like to force people to do things they don't want to do." Wang Xinheng changed the subject and said, "However, we're short on funds lately, so I'm considering selling the photo studio to raise some money to tide us over."

"No, no. I agree, okay?" To keep his job, Wei Renming had no choice but to agree. "What does Mr. Wang want?"

Wang Xinheng looked at the rolling river and laughed:

"Personal honor and disgrace are fleeting; if you want to consider the bigger picture, consider the overall situation of the world. Tell me, how will the situation in Guangdong and Guangxi evolve?"

"This..." Wei Renming looked troubled.

"What, it doesn't count?" Wang Xinheng asked.

"I can calculate it, but I'm afraid I won't be able to calculate it accurately." What Wei Renming is least afraid of is calculating the overall situation.

"Speak freely," Wang Xinheng said with a smile.

Wei Renming pretended to count on his fingers, closed his eyes and pondered for a long time before slowly speaking: "The thunder was loud, but the rain was light."

"Oh?" Wang Xinheng was slightly surprised. He had thought Wei Renming would say something vague and ambiguous, but his judgment was so straightforward. "Really?"

"The divination result is such, but its authenticity is unknown," Wei Renming said.

"If the Secret Service wants to achieve something, how should it proceed?"

"I already predicted this when I did Mr. Dai's fortune telling last time."

"explain!"

Wei Renming pointed to the clouds in the sky and smiled without saying a word.

Dai Li also played a significant role in quelling the Liangguang Incident. In addition to gathering intelligence on the troop movements in Liangguang, he also engaged in activities such as instigation and defection, especially in persuading Chen Jitang's air force officers to defect to Chiang Kai-shek, which caused a sensation at the time.

"The sky?" Wang Xinheng frowned in thought.

"That's all I have to say. I can't go into details." Wei Renming sighed. "What I've done today has revealed a secret of heaven, and will at least shorten my lifespan by several years. I really dare not say any more."

Wang Xinheng nodded slowly, without pressing further.

"There's another reason I'm here. That is to invite you to join the Special Service."

"Me?" Wei Renming pointed to himself.

"What, you don't want to?" Wang Xinheng tilted his head slightly and looked directly into Wei Renming's eyes.

If this question had been asked ten days or so ago...

Wei Renming would definitely refuse outright.

But after going through so much.

He no longer felt any resistance.

Some were even impatient.

He didn't want to be tied to the torture rack again.

I don't want someone to hold a gun to my head.

He wants to climb up!

Only by climbing to a high place!

Only then can he protect himself and his family.

Only then can we kill the Japanese devils.

Only then can one live like a human being in turbulent times.

"Of course I'm willing! I, Wei, am willing to serve you like a dog or a horse, even unto death!" Wei Renming said, bowing his head.

"Very good!" Wang Xinheng patted Wei Renming on the shoulder and laughed, "To tell you the truth, the person who appointed you wasn't me, but Director Dai. As long as you do a good job, your future is limitless."

Wei Renming's eyes widened in surprise:

"I am truly humbled and honored that Director Dai values ​​me so highly."

"Director Dai has keen insight; he must have discovered your exceptional qualities."

Wang Xinheng pointed to the river and said:

"Heroes are as numerous as carp crossing a river, and you have caught Director Dai's eye, so you can be considered a remarkable person of this time."

"I am truly ashamed!" Wei Renming said with remorse.

"In the telegram, the director only said he was inviting you to join the Special Service Department, but didn't specify a position. Do you have any thoughts on this?" Wang Xinheng asked.

"I will follow your instructions." Wei Renming wanted to go to the intelligence department, but he didn't want to say it directly.

Wang Xinheng pondered for a moment and looked at Chen Zhiqiang.

"Zhiqiang, what do you think?"

Chen Zhiqiang laughed and said, "He can come to the intelligence section and become an intelligence agent under me."

"He hasn't had any training, so I'm afraid he'll struggle a lot," Wang Xinheng said.

"It's alright, this kid isn't stupid. With a little training, he'll be able to handle it."

Chen Zhiqiang had witnessed Wei Renming's methods of charming women when he secretly kept an eye on him a couple of days ago.

Putting everything else aside, just based on this ability...

Wei Renming could become an intelligence agent.

Moreover, he is short-staffed.

"Xiao Wei, what do you say?" Wang Xinheng asked.

"It's entirely up to you two to decide." Wei Renming couldn't be happier to agree.

The intelligence department is the fastest to get promoted.

Of course he wanted to get in.

"Let's decide on this for now. If you find it difficult, just let me know." Wang Xinheng didn't linger. After saying this, he left.

Chen Zhiqiang laughed and said, "Congratulations on your promotion from informant to intelligence officer."

"I was forced into this role, and I'm afraid I'm not up to the task," Wei Renming said.

"The job of an intelligence agent isn't as difficult as you think. The core is just two things: intelligence gathering and analysis. Even if you don't know how to use firearms or how to do surveillance, as long as you do these two things well, you'll be a good intelligence agent," Chen Zhiqiang said.

"How do we obtain intelligence? And how do we determine the value of intelligence?" Wei Renming asked.

"Haha, what's the rush? After you close the shop tonight, go to the Sanrenxing Bookstore in Nanshi. That's where our Nanshi group is based. I'll find someone to teach you."

"Thank you very much, team leader."

……

Time flies like a fleeting glimpse.

Half a month has passed in the blink of an eye.

The International Settlement, Moon Shore Lane.

This new-style alleyway has running water and electricity, and each has its own bathroom.

The monthly rent for a three-story building is as high as over one hundred French francs.

The rent is expensive, but it's safe.

He didn't want Wei Renyi to live in the chaotic and dangerous Chinese quarter.

Wei Renyi pushed open the gate to the courtyard and shouted excitedly:

"Brother, your order of 'The Young Companion' has arrived, and the cover photo really is Sister Wan'er!"

After more than half a month of recuperation, she no longer had the thin and frail appearance she once had.

"Great, that's good news!"

During this period, Wei Renming has already made a name for himself in Shanghai's photography industry, and he just needs an opportunity to completely take off.

"What time is it? Hurry up and go to school!"

"The magazine is on the table, and I've made breakfast for you too. Remember to eat." Wei Renyi slung her bag over her shoulder and ran towards the school.

"This little girl..."

After washing up, Wei Renming came to the dining table and picked up Liangyou magazine to read.

"Logically, Xue Ning's photo in a suit should better represent the image of an independent woman, so why was Xue Wan's photo selected? But no matter who is selected, it's good news."

After finishing his meal, Wei Renming leisurely rode his bicycle towards the photo studio.

During this period, under his management, the photo studio's business flourished.

He only takes one set of photos a day, leaving the rest to Feng Xiaotian.

He devoted all his spare time to learning special agent skills from Liu Zhi.

Liu Zhi is a steady and sincere person.

Although he was being taught by Chen Zhiqiang on orders, Liu Zhi was patient and meticulous throughout the process, answering all questions and sharing his practical experience without reservation. This was one of the reasons why Wei Renming made such rapid progress.

After class that day, Liu Zhi took out a document and said, "Renming, the team leader wants the two of us to follow up on this intelligence."

"Oh?" Wei Renming took the document and read it, his brows furrowing involuntarily.