Chapter 164: The treacherous game of gods
Chapter 164: The treacherous game of gods
"Old Lu, you can manage the General Affairs Department whenever you want. For me, everything is up to you, brother." Hong Zhiyou used firefighting as a substitute for fighting, and would never express his opinion openly.
"You're so devilish.
“I know that your brother is afraid that I will be implicated.
“You underestimated your brother Shan.
"Within three days, I can dig out Xin Yuan's information, believe it or not."
Lu Qiaoshan shook his head and sighed coldly.
"Based on your methods, of course I believe it." Hong Zhi nodded with certainty.
"But aren't you afraid that I will sell you out?"
He raised his eyebrows and chuckled.
"Won't.
“If you wanted to sell me, there would be no need to save me in the first place.
“I believe you also understand that Li Ya is just a pawn of Jianfeng.
"And I am from the same hometown as Chief Zheng.
"Commander Zheng is very sentimental.
"Yes, today he was tricked by the old man and was defeated by Mao Renfeng.
“But will he suddenly become the Minister of Defense tomorrow?
“Not to mention the distant future, Commander Zheng’s brother Zheng Tingfeng has been transferred to the 94th Army as deputy commander, and he will be in office soon.
"When I'm gone, will those people you know still be able to speak to you?
"The most important point is that you must not forget that Officer Zheng is also Jianfeng's classmate. They are close friends who have lived together for a lifetime, and their relationship is even deeper than that with the stationmaster.
"Could it be that my old classmate is better than a pawn who keeps making mistakes?
“Don’t forget, Jianfeng places great emphasis on ability.
"Li Ya mistakenly killed Ye Xiufeng's people, and he tolerated sabotaging military purchases again and again.
"If Yuan Peilin is lost again, will Jianfeng still be able to tolerate it and still value him?
"I guess he will even arrest Li Ya as a red ticket!"
Lu Qiaoshan's eyes were filled with murderous intent, and he said in a deep voice.
“That makes sense.
"Success or failure depends on Yuan. I wish you all the best."
Hong Zhiyou stood up and shook hands with him.
“It’s time for dinner.
“Who knows, this move might be able to reveal the truth.
"Let's go, please help me inform them."
Lu Qiaoshan smiled faintly and waved to Hong Zhiyou to go out.
Hong Zhiyou came to the stationmaster's office and knocked on the door:
"Stationmaster, Director Lu wants to see you for something important."
"Let him in." Wu Jingzhong responded from inside.
"Go."
Hong Zhi opened the door but had no intention of going in.
Lu Qiaoshan winked at him and walked in alone.
"Stationmaster, Stationmaster Qiao." Lu Qiaoshan bowed and greeted.
"Stationmaster Qiao, let me introduce you.
“This is our second-in-command at Jinhai Station, Lu Qiaoshan, the director of intelligence.
“He is a senior member of the Nanchang Investigation Division.
"He is also from the same hometown as Director Zheng."
Wu Jingzhong introduced it with great importance.
"In front of you and Stationmaster Qiao, Qiaoshan is willing to be a vanguard, charging into battle and waiting for the task." Lu Qiaoshan said with a tactful smile.
“You’re welcome.
"If we can hold on for a few more years, we old bones will have to retire. By then, the Party and the country will have to rely on you to shoulder the heavy responsibility."
Qiao Jiacai stretched out his hand.
Lu Qiaoshan quickly clasped his hands together and said with a bright smile, "I dare not, I dare not."
"Is there anything wrong?" Wu Jingzhong asked with a smile.
“Hongpiao built a tomb for Ma Kui in the Jizhong Martyrs Cemetery.
"Ma Kui's wife Zhou Gendi called from Shanghai and said that the Red Ticket Jizhong Committee wanted a few photos of Ma Kui for viewing and publicity purposes."
Land bridge mountain road.
"Oh.
"We searched Ma Kui's house thoroughly before. Zhou Gendi left in a hurry and didn't take Ma Kui's photo with her." Lu Qiaoshan added.
"That's unreasonable!
"They planted spies in my station to sabotage it, and they still have the nerve to hold a ceremony to pay respects to me?
“It’s simply too much.
"Let this stupid woman go wherever it's cool!"
Wu Jingzhong put his hands behind his back, glared and cursed.
“Yes, it’s quite excessive.
"I'll call Mrs. Ma back now."
After Lu Qiaoshan finished speaking, he raised his hand and looked at the two of them with a smile:
"Stationmaster, it's rare for Stationmaster Qiao to come to Jinhai, and it's almost time for lunch. What do you think we should do?"
Wu Jingzhong and Qiao Jiacai looked at each other, both with vigilance in their eyes, and turned to look at Lu Qiaoshan and asked calmly:
"Qiaoshan, what are your plans?"
"A new halal restaurant called Fumanlou has opened on Fuxing Road. The dishes are well-received. Would you like to book a table?" Lu Qiaoshan asked.
"Jinhai's halal dishes are pretty good. Would you like to try them?" Wu Jingzhong asked.
"It's not very convenient to go to the restaurant. Don't you have a friend coming over?" Qiao Jia frowned.
"Is there a quiet place?" Wu Jingzhong asked.
"have.
“There is a separate courtyard-style luxury room, which is specially used for dignitaries to eat and discuss business.
“This restaurant is opened by Gu Zhutong’s relatives.
"The original intention was to rent it out exclusively for dinner parties for the city government, military leaders, and literary celebrities.
“The decoration inside is even more upscale than that of the Donghai Tea House.
“The privacy works well.
"At worst, we can just rent out the adjacent courtyards so that no one can disturb your peace."
When Lu Qiao heard this, he knew there was something going on and continued to pass on the message.
“Director Lu is really thoughtful.
"Stationmaster Wu, please make the arrangements."
Qiao Jiacai smiled and kicked the ball to Wu Jingzhong.
This is a sensitive time.
Lu Qiaoshan keeps trying to get into trouble again and again.
However, this is Wu Jingzhong's family affair.
He just saw through it without saying anything.
"Okay, go ahead and order it." Wu Jingzhong made the decision readily.
As soon as Lu Qiaoshan leaves.
His eyes became gloomy and cold.
I feel both relieved and helpless.
Fortunately, it was not Yu Zecheng and Hong Zhiyou who came, and Li Ya's trick of luring the snake out of its hole did not attract his own people.
Unfortunately, Lu Qiaoshan is by no means a red ticket.
This person is here to ruin Li Ya's plans.
It's purely out of petty motives.
Hey!
Well, let them fight it out and I can just watch the show peacefully.
In the end, Jianfeng will be the one to cover the losses.
He has a big head and thick shoulders, and can withstand even the falling sky.
……
Lu Qiaoshan walked out and smiled at Hong Zhiyou, indicating that the task was accomplished.
As long as Wu Jingzhong went to the hotel he arranged.
He can then confirm whether Yuan Peilin is hiding in Jinhai.
Moreover, he has an informant in Jinhai who can further track Yuan Peilin's whereabouts.
Hong Zhiyou responded with a smile.
I’m afraid that Lao Lu’s little plan will fail.
He sat quietly at the reception desk, waiting to be called by the stationmaster.
After a while, Wu Jingzhong and Qiao Jiacai came out.
"Stationmaster Qiao, please go to the car and wait for me for a moment." Wu Jingzhong said.
The Qiao family left first.
"Zhiyou, don't go to the work lunch today.
"Stop making trouble."
Wu Jingzhong gestured in a low voice.
"I understand, teacher." Hong Zhiyou stood up straight and accepted the order.
“Also, go to the warehouse and check out the inventory seized from the Yamato Maru, and pick out two valuable items.
“Landscape painting, brush and ink are what literati love to use.
“Stationmaster Qiao has a literary bent in his heart.
"He won't want anything else, he just wants this."
Wu Jingzhong tapped his chest and gave him detailed instructions.
"Okay, I'll do it right away." Hong Zhiyou said.
"Ah."
Wu Jingzhong went downstairs quickly.
……
"Zhiyou, where are you going to eat lunch?" Yu Zecheng asked, sticking his head out of the office.
“I’m going to Ruirui’s mother’s house.
"The stationmaster asked me to accompany Mrs. Qiao to stroll around Jinhai City in the afternoon." Hong Zhiyou said.
"Wait for me, let's go for a walk."
Yu Zecheng closed the office door and walked over.
"You were the one who gave the advice on the matter with Mrs. Ma, right?" Hong Zhiyou said straight to the point as he walked away.
"yes.
“This was Zuo Lan’s idea. I originally wanted to go in and find out the truth.
“I also chose Fu Man Lou.
"But didn't you tell me?
"It just so happens that Old Lu wants to deal with Li Ya, so I gave him this task."
Yu Zecheng said with a smile.
“It’s hard to say whether Yuan Peilin came to Jinhai or not.
“But I suspect this is a trap set by Li Ya.
"If you ask too many questions, you'll get into trouble."
Hong Zhi nodded.
In fact, given Yu Zecheng's calmness, he probably wouldn't do such a stupid thing if he wasn't reminded.
The original drama was probably overwhelmed by Luo Anping's urging.
Only then did he risk being exposed and search around the station.
"I understand." Yu Zecheng nodded.
"Lu Qiaoshan is going to fight Li Ya openly.
"You'd better temporarily cut off all contact with that side, including the radio station's open and coded calls.
"This is a game played by gods, we can't afford to play it.
“I received a call from Lao Xie this morning.
“The Party Communications Bureau knows about Yuan’s news.
"Ye Xiufeng suffered a great loss at the hands of Li Ya last time, and he will definitely get revenge on Li Ya.
"He can face the chairman directly, which makes him more important than our Director Mao.
"Li Ya is going to mess up this time. He might even lose his head."
Hong Zhiyou whispered as he walked.
"Director Ye is also going to enter?
"The Red Ticket Bureau, the Secret Bureau, and the Party Communication Bureau have all joined together. I'm afraid Yuan will have trouble escaping this time.
"What do you think the stationmaster's attitude is?"
Yu Zecheng asked.
“The webmaster is probably just playing along.
“He is happy for Luqiaoshan to take the lead.
"Don't underestimate this deputy station chief position. Mao Renfeng acquiesced to Li Ya, a man who made mistakes repeatedly, replacing Lu Qiaoshan. Isn't this a slap in the face of Zheng Jieming?
"Lu Qiaoshan must have received instructions, so he dared to play with Li Ya.
“The stationmaster actually doesn’t want to have a deputy stationmaster.
“It’s time to set it up earlier.
"This is because Mao Renfeng's bullshit reform has forced us to do nothing.
“Besides, with Li Ya as the deputy station chief, the station chief’s life won’t be easy either.
"Didn't Li Ya want to jump?
"He simply praised Li Ya a little more, but he fell even harder when he turned around.
“Even if I don’t die, I must completely stop Li Ya from becoming the deputy station chief.
“As long as Li Ya messes up.
"Ye Xiufeng and Zheng Jiemin were looking for trouble at the same time, and Jianfeng couldn't stand it.
"You see, this play is very exciting."
Having spent a long time with Wu Jingzhong and his father, Hong Zhiyou has already fully understood the old man's thoughts.
"You really are Zhuge Liang. It seems like you can foresee a hundred years ahead... Oh my God." Yu Zecheng said with a smile.
"Okay, I have to go have dinner with the ladies.
"I'm leaving."
Hong Zhiyou smiled and got into the car.
……
Lu Qiaoshan stood by the window.
I watched the stationmaster and the Qiao family get on the bus.
Lean slightly.
After checking the watch and estimating the driving time, he put down his coffee cup and dialed the number:
“Hello, it’s me.
“Have Stationmaster Wu and the others arrived?
"Okay, I understand." "Wait a little longer. If you still haven't come in half an hour, call me back."
Did not go?
Delayed?
Half an hour later, the phone rang.
"okay, I get it."
After hanging up the phone, Lu Qiaoshan gritted his teeth and said:
“Didn’t go?
“Play it cautiously enough.
"Li Ya, can't you hide?
"That's interesting. I'll play with you slowly!"
……
noon.
Yu Zecheng returned home.
Cuiping has prepared lunch.
"Old Yu, have you found the traitor?" she asked after serving Yu Zecheng the meal.
"without.
"Is there anyone coming to the bookstore today?" Yu Zecheng asked.
"No." Cuiping nodded.
"Eat quickly. The weather is nice today. Let's go out for a walk after dinner." Yu Zecheng picked up the bowl, picked up the food and started eating.
“I played mahjong at the stationmaster’s house yesterday.
"Mrs. Lu and Sister Mei said that you were dating Zuo Lan in the past.
“You didn’t admit it before, but now it seems like you’re going to be fine.
"Are you guys better off telling the truth, or are you on a mission like me?"
Cuiping glanced at him and asked with a slightly sour tone.
Yu Zecheng almost choked.
He pretended to drink the soup.
"Why don't you tell me?" Cuiping hit him relentlessly.
"Yes!
"We are really good. If I had stayed in Shancheng, maybe we would have been married by now and our child would be two years old."
Yu Zecheng didn't hide it from her.
“Really.
“She’s so beautiful and capable.
"If I had known that you two were lovers, I shouldn't have hit you last time.
"You are such a fool, she would go to Yancheng but you didn't even go to see her off.
"If I had known you two were in love, I would have told her that night that you two were not together.
"This way she can go back with peace of mind.
"So I don't have to worry about you, a heartless guy."
Cuiping heard the exact answer and said in a dejected tone.
Yu Zecheng looked at her.
I wanted to say something, but in the end I said nothing.
After dinner.
The two came to the back street.
A plaque with Zhu Xi's family precepts was hung at the door.
"Go in and buy a copybook."
Yu Zecheng pulled her in.
Cuiping stayed outside to provide cover while Yu Zecheng and Luo Anping entered the warehouse.
"Comrade Zecheng, is there any news about Yuan Peilin?" Luo Anping asked anxiously as soon as they met.
"No.
"This person is hiding very deeply, and it will be difficult to find him in a short time." Yu Zecheng said.
“How could you not have it.
"The current situation is very urgent, and Yuan knows the information of many comrades in the Central Plains Intelligence Network.
"Hundreds of comrades in Luoyang, Xi'an, and Beijing did not know whether to withdraw or stay.
“I got the news.
"The Qiao family came to Tianjin secretly this morning. It is very likely that Yuan is in the hands of your Bureau of Secrets.
"You are Wu Jingzhong's favorite, the director of the confidential office.
"How come there are no clues at all?
"I'm in a hurry!"
Seeing his cold expression, Luo Anping couldn't help but get angry.
"Lao Luo, the situation is very critical now.
“The Party Communication Bureau also got involved.
"And this is most likely Li Ya's trick, specifically targeting you and me.
"Just wait and see what happens, don't move."
Yu Zecheng reminded patiently.
“Human lives are at stake, and you want us to just sit back and wait and see?
"Comrade, why do you back down when there is a little difficulty?"
Luo Anping had never dealt with Yu Zecheng before, and couldn't help but question his working methods and abilities.
“This is not called backing out.
"The mission that Mr. Ke gave me was to lie in wait, not to be a tiger-hunting hero who goes to the mountain knowing there is a tiger there.
“Don’t act on your own.
"This is most likely a trap. Let's clear up the muddy water first, and then I'll figure out a solution, okay?"
Yu Zecheng frowned.
He was also very dissatisfied with Luo Anping's work.
When Manager Qiu was around, his safety was always his top priority.
And this Luo Anping seemed to have only the mission in his eyes.
This approach disgusted him.
Especially at such a turbulent time.
"never mind.
"You go back first, I'll find a way myself." Luo Anping waved his hand, full of anger.
“Don’t act.
“Until there is definite news about Yuan Peilin, I will suspend contact with you.
"Comrade An Ping, I hope you will consider this carefully."
Yu Zecheng stood up and walked out with a gloomy face.
He knew that the organization was in Jinhai and there must be capable people there.
Moreover, there are many gods in the black market.
You can always get intelligence.
I’m afraid Comrade Luo will fall into Li Ya’s trap.
Yu Zecheng said everything he needed to say.
He was just a small lurker and had no qualifications to command Luo Anping.
There is no right or channel to report to higher-level organizations.
Hey.
Let everyone take his own fate.
"boom!"
Luo Anping looked at Yu Zecheng's back and slammed his fist on the table.
Out of the bookstore.
Cui Ping saw that his face looked strange, "Lao Yu, what's wrong?"
"fine.
"Cui Ping, the situation is very bad now, we may be exposed at any time.
"We need to prepare to evacuate."
Yu Zecheng let her hold his arm and whispered as they walked.
Once Luo Anping fell into the trap.
He will be exposed, and this has to be considered.
"This Yuan knows you?" Cuiping was shocked.
"no.
"Don't come to the bookstore during this period. Jinhai is not peaceful. I always have a bad feeling that something might happen."
Yu Zecheng shook his head, feeling a little tired, and did not give any further explanation.
……
In a small restaurant by the Haihe River.
Li Ya sat by the window, looking at the ships on the river.
Sitting opposite him was a middle-aged man wearing a wide hat and gray cloth clothes. The brim of his hat was pulled down very low, which made his large pale yellow nose particularly eye-catching.
This person is Yuan Peilin.
Next to him is Guo Liang.
"When will they arrive?" Yuan Peilin asked.
"immediately.
"The two stationmasters are here to welcome you. Only you, Mr. Yuan, have the honor to do this."
Li Ya smiled.
"You are very unprofessional." Yuan Peilin slammed his wine glass on the table and said dissatisfiedly.
“Don’t worry, there are no outsiders.
“I took care of the entire second floor, ostensibly for renovation.
“The downstairs is sealed off with wooden railings, so outsiders can’t get up.
"The stationmaster and his friends will come over via the ladder in the attic opposite. I put a lot of thought into your meal."
Li Ya sneered coldly.
“Mr. Yuan, Captain Li is a veteran of the Qingpu Special Training Class, a disciple of Yu Lexing, and has participated in the Jinshanwei battle. He is one of the few party-state elites who have lurked in Yancheng.
"You don't have to doubt his craftsmanship."
Guo Liang said on the side.
Yuan Peilin then picked up the wine glass again and took a sip.
"Boss."
After a while, Qi Dafu came over and whispered something in Li Ya's ear.
Li Ya frowned slightly, feeling a little surprised and disappointed.
"I understand. You can go down." He waved his hand.
soon.
Under the guidance of the guards, Wu Jingzhong and Qiao Jiacai walked over from the hanging ladder of the opposite attic.
Just a few warm greetings.
Wu Jingzhong had no appetite to eat from the same bowl as Yuan Peilin.
That kind of contemptuous attitude that came from the bottom of his heart made Yuan Peilin feel deeply unhappy and humiliated, but helpless.
Just a few chopsticks.
Wu Jingzhong and Qiao Jiacai called Li Ya outside:
"Have you arranged to pay it back?"
"Ok.
"I plan to arrange Guo Liang to work in Xiuchunlou, and as for Yuan..." Li Ya smiled and said nothing.
Wu Jingzhong didn't ask either.
"Isn't Xiuchun Tower too conspicuous?" Qiao Jiacai asked with a frown.
“The most dangerous places are often the safest.
“My people will go in with makeup and only set up secret posts.
"Besides, this Guo has no value anymore. He is being mysterious just to look more professional so that he can use this bait to lure in the red ticket."
Li Ya said.
"I think it's feasible." Qiao Jia nodded with satisfaction.
"What do you need us to do?" Wu Jingzhong asked.
"Please both of you go to Xiuchunlou tonight.
"What I'm more interested in now is not the red tickets in the city, but the traitor in the station." Li Ya said.
Upon hearing this.
Qiao Jiacai yawned and said, "Well, you guys chat first, I'll go to Stationmaster Wu's house to catch up on some sleep.
"I stayed up half the night last night. I'm getting older, and if I don't catch up on some sleep, my soul will die."
Having said that, he left first.
"Who is the traitor you are talking about?" With no outsiders around, Wu Jingzhong asked coldly.
"I will succeed." Li Ya said.
"Then you guessed wrong. The one who came to inquire was Lu Qiaoshan." Wu Jingzhong said with his hands behind his back, looking out the window.
"I heard about it.
“He was still in the dispatch room trying to find out where I was last night.
“Oh, that’s strange.
"Those who should show up don't show up, while those who shouldn't show up rush to attract attention."
Li Ya frowned.
“Luqiaoshan is not a pushover.
"You'd better hide Yuan Peilin."
Wu Jingzhong nodded meaningfully.
"Do not worry.
"I promise that starting from tonight, this person will disappear. No one except me will be able to find him."
A slight sneer of contempt appeared on Li Ya's lips.
Land Bridge Mountain.
I respectfully greet you as my senior brother.
Disrespect him.
Who does he think he is? Is he fun enough?
……
(End of this chapter)