Chapter 196 Mao Sen's Ambition
Chapter 196 Mao Sen's Ambition
The next day.
Wu Jingzhong and Yu Zecheng went to the airport in person to see Hong Zhiyou off.
“Zhiyou, be careful going over there.
“I’ve got some goodies for you.
"When you arrive in Shanghai, give one copy to Wang Xinheng, and one copy to Mao Sen in Hangzhou.
"Since we're already there, we still have to put on some show."
Wu Jingzhong leaned closer and whispered.
"Thank you, webmaster." Hong Zhiyou said.
“However, given Mao Sen’s vengeful nature, he may still do something bad to you.
"When you get there, you'd better live in the garrison headquarters.
“Of course, you can decide for yourself.
"As I said before, safety is everything."
Wu Jingzhong said.
"Okay." Hong Zhi nodded.
“Chiyou, be safe.
"Wait for your safe return!"
Yu Zecheng shook hands with Hong Zhiyou and said goodbye.
"You two, I'm entrusting Zhi You's safety to you."
Wu Jingzhong looked at Zhou Yan and Lin Tian who were standing next to Hong Zhiyou.
“Don’t worry, Station Master Wu.
"Anyone who wants to hurt Master Hong must first step over Zhou's dead body." Zhou Yan said in a cold voice.
Wu Jingzhong nodded with satisfaction and watched the three people get on the plane.
……
After seeing Hong Zhiyou off, Yu Zecheng returned to the station.
Around 11 o'clock in the morning.
He went out to Jinhai Bank.
Fang Buting, dressed in a neat suit, walked out of the bank building with several local bank executives and business representatives from Jinhai.
"President Li, the chairman asked you and me to speed up the currency reform. Professor He of Yenching University and I have discussed the currency issue many times.
"The fundamental purpose of currency reform is to stabilize the prices of daily necessities.
“Otherwise, no matter what kind of money is printed, it will be difficult to implement effectively.
“Ordinary people value what they can eat.
“What can be replaced?
"Only gold, dollars, and silver."
Fang Buting talked as they walked.
"Yes.
“The higher-ups are giving us a problem. Nowadays, when we go out to eat, many people don’t accept legal tender.
"When ordinary people buy rice and noodles, they have to pick up a basket of banknotes to exchange.
“The collapse of fiat currency is irreversible.
“If we replace it with a new one, will the people accept it?
"Hey, Lao Fang, this is difficult."
President Li of the Jinhai Branch also expressed his feelings.
"We have to push forward no matter how difficult it is. There is no other way. After all, we are paid by the government.
“There are difficulties.
"I'll go back to Peking today and discuss this with Professor He and the others. There has to be a solution to this problem."
Fangbuting Road.
"Thank you for your hard work." President Li shook hands with him.
"Peidong, Jinhai is a great place, so fashionable." Walking down the stairs, he looked at his almost bald brother-in-law, who was also the assistant manager of the Central Bank's Peking Branch, and laughed out loud.
“It’s not good to have a Western vibe, it smells like foreigners, it’s disgusting.
“The taste of Peking is still authentic.”
Xie Peidong replied in a hoarse voice.
"You still have the same temper as before, Geng.
"People in our field still have to keep up with the times and learn some things from the West."
Fang Buting smiled.
"The New Year is almost here, and the boss still doesn't want to come back?" After a pause, he looked towards the square in the distance and asked.
“Zhongshi went to the Hangzhou Jiangqiao Aviation School to meet him.
"He goes to see Meng Ao every month. Don't worry, he's very clever with words. Who knows, the young master might come back during the Chinese New Year." Xie Peidong said with a smile.
"This child is up to you, Tai Geng.
“The devils are gone.
"He also wants to fly a plane on the front line. Is it possible for a human to fly at an altitude of 10,000 meters every day?
"How many planes do the Americans and British crash every year?"
Fangbuting Road.
“The Master will understand.
"I have already informed Principal Xu of the aviation school. Meng Ao will only teach theory and will not fly training aircraft." Xie Peidong said.
"Ok.
“That damn Ma Hansan, I received a call this morning and he raised the grain price by another 20%.
"If this continues, ordinary people will have a hard time surviving and will starve to death."
Fang Buting sighed as he walked.
"That's right. Students in Peking took to the streets every day. Fortunately, the military and police restrained themselves and did not open fire, otherwise we don't know how chaotic the situation would be." Xie Peidong said.
"Let's go, go home.
“Compared to Peking, this place is simply a paradise on earth.
"You and I are both destined to suffer, so let's just go to hell and endure it slowly."
The two of them walked to the car as they talked.
Just as he was about to get in the car, Yu Zecheng came over and bowed, "Excuse me, are you President Fang and Manager Xie from Peking? I am Gao Rong, a reporter from Jinhai Daily, and I would like to interview you about your views on currency reform."
Yu Zecheng didn't expect to get down to business now.
I just came here to make some acquaintances.
Fang Buting glanced at Yu Zecheng. He could smell the scent of a person just by moving his nose slightly.
He is not willing to see this kind of person.
There are some things that we know in our hearts, but there is no need to speak them out.
"Mr. Gao, I have something else to do, so I'll leave first.
"Peidong, talk to him."
Fang Buting smiled politely, got into the car and left first.
Xie Peidong glanced at the pocket watch on his chest.
As he walked, he said, "I'm very pressed for time. I'll give you two minutes."
"My cousin wants to start a company, but he's a little short of funds. Someone at the Jinhai bank has been trying to instigate him, so he hasn't been able to get a loan. I'd like to ask Xie Xiangli of the Peking Central Branch if he can help me out.
“I understand the rules, and paying more interest is acceptable.
“The guarantor is Tiancheng Transport Company.
"I can ask Yong Jianqiu or Mr. Ji from the Cao Gang for a guarantor."
Yu Zecheng spoke the idiom very quickly.
He also didn't know why Hong Zhiyou asked him to say that.
This would seem very obtrusive.
Make yourself look stupid and rude.
"Can.
"But the interest rate will be three percentage points higher." Xie Peidong agreed readily.
"Yes, it can be done.
"Thank you so much, Manager Xie." Yu Zecheng said gratefully.
"How much do you want to borrow?" Xie Peidong asked.
"Twenty thousand US dollars." Yu Zecheng said.
“It’s a bit much.
“There are too many people borrowing money now, and we can’t keep up with the accounts.
“Ten thousand, maybe.
"Let the guarantor, Mr. Ji, bring relevant documents to the Beiping branch to get the money tomorrow."
Xie Peidong said this very efficiently and walked away quickly.
Yu Zecheng stood there in a daze.
He didn't expect Xie Peidong to be so easy to talk to.
He turned around and drove straight to Cao Bang.
Ten thousand is a little less, but now whatever we have is enough.
Let’s get the American’s supplies into the Caobang Wharf first. When Hong Zhiyou comes back, we can transfer them out through the transportation lines.
Xie Peidong returned to the car.
Yu Zecheng didn't know him.
But he knew Yu Zecheng and Luo Anping.
After experiencing Yuan Peilin and several previous major changes and purges, the underground organization in Peiping was severely damaged. Xie Peidong was one of the few deeply hidden sparks.
Because he and his assistant Xiao Cui are directly led by Mr. Wu.
The level is even higher than that of the intelligence officer on Line 1 of Kegong.
Xie Peidong knows something about the situation in Jinhai.
Just like the underground organization in Peiping, the damage was serious, and his old friend Dong Cheng was also killed.
The only bright spot is Yu Zecheng, who has made many outstanding achievements.
The organization even set up a one-on-one liaison station and transportation lines for him, which shows Yu's importance.
Now the transportation line is open.
Jinhai is a concentration of food, medicine, and military equipment. It is also a fact that the organization and Yong Jianqiu are short of money, so Xie Peidong needs to help Yu Zecheng.
Of course, the interest still needs to be collected.
The accounts must be complete.
He could be suspected of taking bribes and money laundering because these were the things he and Xiao Cui did secretly in the Peking branch.
But it must not be suspected to be a red ticket.
Judging from Yu Zecheng's expression, he probably doesn't know his identity yet.
But, raising money.
It is normal to go to the Peking branch if you cannot borrow money from Jinhai.
Ok.
There shouldn't be any problem.
Xie Peidong reviewed it with his eyes closed before telling the driver to drive.
……
Hangcheng.
Mao Sen was making tea in the courtyard.
He likes to study the tea ceremony.
Brewing tea will make him more patient and allow him to concentrate on studying his opponent's weaknesses so that he can deliver a fatal blow.
"Stationmaster, Secretary Hong from Jinhai Station wants to see you." The guard walked in and reported in a low voice.
"Secretary Hong?
“It came pretty quickly.
“Well, this is a wonderful person.
"Tell him to come in."
Mao Sen smiled slightly.
Soon, Hong Zhiyou came in with a straight step, and saluted respectfully in front of Mao Sen with a snap:
"Hong Zhi, a student of the eighth session of the Sino-US Special Training Class, has met the teacher!"
He's not putting on a show.
At that time, Mao Sen was the nominal director of the Sino-US special training class and also presided over the eighth graduation ceremony.
Strictly speaking, this call of teacher is more authentic than calling him Wu Jingzhong.
"sit!"
Mao Sen raised his hand lightly.
He has a light beard, thin cheeks, a pair of narrow, sharp single phoenix eyes, and is gloomy and serious, which is a typical style of Boss Dai.
“No talented people have ever come out of the Sino-American class.
"You killed Ke Chengwu, and solved the chairman's biggest problem. Your promotion of three ranks is already a great achievement in the Bureau of Secrets.
"Young and promising."
Mao Sen looked at him and smiled.
"Students swear to be loyal to the party and the country until death and strive to make new contributions." Hong Zhiyou saluted respectfully again and then sat down.
“You have an amazing mouth.
"I fooled Zhou Xiangxian at first, and he didn't get the job done for me, but he came back and kept saying good things about you.
"To be able to do this well shows that you understand the ways of the world.
"Since you are considerate of human nature, have you ever thought about returning to your hometown and doing your part for the folks in Hangzhou?
"Mayor Zhou's side, my side, including the Pacification Office and the Security Command, are all OK.
"If all else fails, go to Shanghai. It's no worse than Tianjin."
Mao Sen settled old scores with a half smile and offered conditions to Hong Zhiyou.
"teacher.
“The whole world is the territory of the chairman and the party-state. Wherever students are, it is like their homeland.
"I won't cause any trouble to the teacher."
Hong Zhiyou refused with a smile.
"You!
"People are big devils!"
Mao Sen pointed at him, with a hint of displeasure in his eyes.
"Are you in Hangzhou for business?" He poured tea for Hong Zhiyou.
"To be honest, I came to Shanghai to do some business.
"The first stop is to visit the teacher."
Hong Zhi has the Tao.
"Also, Stationmaster Wu asked me to bring some Jinhai specialties to the teacher as a token of my appreciation."
After taking a sip of the fragrant tea, he continued.
“You’re so kind.
"I can still have a say in Shanghai. If you need my help, just let me know."
Mao Sen said.
There was no point in talking if the conversation was not going well. Hong Zhiyou knew that this was an order to leave.
“Well, I will definitely have to trouble the teacher when the time comes.
"You are very busy, so I won't bother you."
Hong Zhiyou put down the teacup, bowed and left.
As soon as he left, a man in a Zhongshan suit with a slicked-back hair came out from the inner corridor, looked outside the door and snorted coldly:
"Wu Jingzhong's reach is too long. He can't make enough money from Tianjin and Shanghai, so he has extended his reach to Shanghai.
"What does he want to do?"
The visitor was Mao Wanli, who was on a business trip in Hangzhou.
“It is said that the nephew of Director Wang of the Jinhai Grain Bureau was detained by Du Yuesheng.
"It's not that easy to rescue someone from Du."
Mao Sen waved his hand, motioning him to sit down. "I really miscalculated this time.
"Director Mao originally wanted to sit on the mountain and watch the fight between the two tigers, but in the end, Zheng Jiemin and Jianfeng both suffered heavy losses, which allowed Wu Laogou to take advantage and Yu became the deputy station chief.
"I really don't know what uncle is thinking."
Mao Wanli said angrily.
“Some things can’t be rushed.
“After Boss Dai died, no one could speak in front of the chairman.
"It is a blessing in disguise for our Jiangshan Gang that the Chairman can allow Director Mao to take over this time.
"Director Mao has Zheng Jiemin above him, Wu Jingzhong below him, and Jianfeng who keeps pushing him back. His life is not easy.
"Just bear with it for now, Wu Jingzhong won't be able to jump around for long.
"Director Mao has plenty of ways to deal with him."
Mao Sen's eyes narrowed and he said in a deep voice.
"Tianjin, there are treasures everywhere, but Wu Laogou has monopolized them all.
“Why not take this opportunity to kill Hong Zhiyou.
“I heard that this guy is his son-in-law and right-hand man.
“If we don’t teach him a lesson, he really thinks he can do whatever he wants just by relying on Jianfeng and Zheng Jieming.
"We must let him know who has the final say in Jiangsu and Zhejiang."
Mao Wanli said cruelly.
"Can.
“It just so happens that someone from Jinhai and Dangtong Bureau has offered me a high price to get rid of Hong Zhiyou.
"Isn't he looking for Du Yuesheng?
"Isn't it normal that he failed to reach an agreement and died at the hands of Du Yuesheng?
"Du Yuesheng has a wide network of contacts, let him take care of it later!"
From the moment Hong Zhiyou set foot in Jiangsu and Zhejiang, Mao Sen had already made plans.
"That's right.
"This is what it means to go to heaven but not take it, and to go to hell but not the door.
"I want to send this kid to the west with my own hands."
Mao Wanli could not help but feel a strong hatred when he thought of his repeated unsuccessful attempts to seize Jinhai.
"Do not.
"You return to headquarters immediately.
"Everyone in the Bureau of Secrets knows that Director Mao, I, and Wu Jingzhong have a grudge.
“You want to sit in Jinhai and share the pie.
"If you refuse to leave now, once something happens to Hong Zhiyou, the first person they will investigate will be you."
Mao Sen shook his head experiencedly.
"Okay, then I'll go back to Jingling today." Mao Wanli thought for a while and nodded.
"Ok.
"Don't worry. In my territory, no matter how powerful Monkey King is, he can't escape from the palm of Buddha." Mao Sen's eyes darkened and he picked up the almost warm tea and drank it all in one gulp.
Hong Zhiyou went on to visit Zhou Xiangxian without stopping.
Although they know that red flags will be everywhere in the future, most of these people will be of no use.
But the webmaster didn't know that if he wanted to be considerate, he would have to follow through to the end.
Stayed in Hangzhou for one day.
In the evening, Hong Zhiyou, Zhou Yan and Lin Tian finally stepped into the bustling Shanghai.
There is a big difference between the prosperity of Shanghai and Tianjin.
The prosperity of Jinhai is relatively restrained.
As it is close to Peking, there are many old guards and former Beiyang officials. Also, the pace of life is a bit slower, so the impact of prosperity and modernization is not strong.
Most ordinary people have no pursuit of new trends.
But it’s different in Shanghai.
Under the colorful neon lights, it is full of extravagance and debauchery.
A dancer wearing a corset with sequins and a black gauze and red rose clip in her hair.
A woman walking on the street, wearing a windbreaker, high heels, cheongsam and stockings.
The men were dressed in suits and shiny leather shoes.
In each bustling nightclub, as the glass doors open, harsh music and the smell of alcohol fill the air.
“Oh my god.
"I thought Jinhai was heaven, but I didn't expect Shanghai to be even more exciting."
Lin Tian stood on the street with his arms outstretched and shouting with joy and surprise.
“This is also a place where you can spend money.
"You only see the excitement, but you don't see the blood, tears and filth underneath."
Zhou Yan snorted coldly.
"Has Lao Zhou been here?" Hong Zhiyou asked with a smile.
"Ok.
“I’ve been to Shanghai with the gang leader before.
"At that time, Huang Jinrong was just like that, and had not yet done anything like Du Yuesheng.
"I still remember that the chief of the Shanghai Garrison Command was called Yang Hu, a well-known figure who was known as the local emperor of Shanghai.
“As a result, Mr. Wang slapped him hard in public.
“Yang Hu doesn’t even dare to fart.
"Hey!
"It's a pity that the gang leader was killed by Dai Laogou, otherwise, what would Du Yuesheng and his ilk be in Shanghai today?"
Returning to his hometown, Zhou Yan's eyes became moist when he mentioned Wang Yaqiao.
“Boss Wang is indeed a god.
“Although he is no longer in the martial arts world, his legend will live on forever.”
Hong Zhiyou said with emotion.
After walking around the street, Hong Zhiyou took the two back to the Peace Hotel.
The three of them asked for an expensive suite.
Lin Tian couldn't sit still, so with Hong Zhiyou's permission, he went out to pick up girls and drink.
Hong Zhiyou knew that this guy seemed to be unserious, but in fact he was trying to gather intelligence, so he naturally let him do what he wanted.
"Old Zhou, why don't you go out for a walk too.
"I, I have a friend coming over later."
Hong Zhiyou said as he untied his tie.
"No, I promised Station Master Wu and Director Yu that I would never leave your side.
"The tragedy of Mr. Song Jiaoren will never be allowed to happen again in my place."
Zhou Yan said.
"You know this friend of mine. She will definitely not be a threat." Hong Zhiyou said.
"Who?" Zhou Yan asked.
"Ma Kui's...wife." Hong Zhiyou said with a dry cough.
“Her.
"People's hearts are hidden, you two haven't been in touch for such a long time, so it's better to be careful.
"I'll stand guard outside the door, and you can do whatever you want."
As a top killer, Zhou Yan naturally considers things more professionally and comprehensively.
"Okay." Hong Zhiyou thought about it and agreed.
It's a top hotel after all, so the soundproofing of the rooms should be good.
Furthermore, A-Di is the gentle, sobbing type, which is different from Fang Min’s unrestrained, wolf-howling style.
Old Zhou probably can't hear anything strange.
After a while, the crisp sound of high heels ticking could be heard in the corridor.
Zhou Gendi walked over with her hips twisted.
"Ms. Zhou?
"Give me your bag, please."
Zhou Yan blocked him at the door with an expressionless face.
"Okay." Zhou Gendi knew that Hong Zhiyou had a noble status, so she handed it over obediently.
Zhou Yan checked the bag.
Then he motioned for her to raise her hand and turn around.
After making sure that there was no hidden weapon, he returned the bag and opened the door.
Zhou Gendi smiled and nodded, then walked in impatiently.
Snapped!
As soon as she entered the room, she saw Hong Zhiyou wearing a bathrobe and mixing red wine.
"Adi, are you here?"
Hong Ji-you winked at her.
"Tomoyuki!"
With the call of "Adi", Zhou Gendi's tears instantly flowed down.
Hong Zhiyou took the opportunity to look at her carefully.
Zhou Gendi wore a black corseted fishtail skirt tonight, revealing a bit of white on her chest, and a small shawl, looking fashionable and charming.
In particular, the confidence between her eyebrows and eyes shows that she is no longer the timid and submissive little woman who used to stay in her room all day long.
"Come, let me hug you." Hong Zhiyou opened his arms.
Zhou Gendi pounced over like a bird.
The two kissed passionately.
"I'm going to take a shower, wait for me."
She put her bag down and walked into the bathroom.
"Then hold on to the wall first."
Hong Zhiyou gave a wicked smile and followed closely in.
The tap is open.
It was a long time since we last met, but the two of them didn't feel strange at all.
bathroom.
floor.
windowsill.
bed.
The two of them enjoyed the joy of reunion in the room.
It was not until one o'clock in the morning that Zhou Gendi finally let Hong Zhiyou go.
"How's your life in Shanghai?"
On the bed, Hong Zhiyou hugged her and asked gently.
“It was very hard at the beginning, I had to memorize lines and scripts, and learn a lot of things.
“But Miss Hu Die took good care of me and hired a special teacher to give me one-on-one guidance.
“Now I have also released a few small films.
"Although they are just minor roles, at least they are popular with the audience."
Zhou Gendi said.
"By the way, Miss Hu Die thinks my name is too rustic.
“Give me a stage name.
"Call me Zhou Ying, what do you think?"
After a pause, she put her arms around Hong Zhiyou's neck, kissed him and asked.
"fine.
"But I still like to call you Auntie, Mrs. Ma, or sister-in-law."
Hong Zhiyou pinched her chin, winked and grinned.
"You are so mean, mentioning that useless dead ghost again." Zhou Gendi snorted with a pout.
"Other people's women are always more fragrant than your own women.
“That’s the feeling I want.”
Hong Zhiyou joked.
"Isn't it time for your guy to have a baby? He's almost going to be a father, but he's still spending so much money." Zhou Gendi asked.
"Next month." Hong Zhi nodded.
"What about Wanqiu? Is she doing well?" Zhou Gendi asked.
“She is learning and improving just like you.
"Well, you're right to listen to me, right?
"Women should not just think about things in their pants and the daily necessities of life. Once your horizons are opened, you will find that the world is far more exciting than you can imagine." Hong Zhiyou said with a smile.
"You want pants...
"I'm so busy all day long that I don't have time to think about those things.
“But I like my life now.
“Busy and fulfilling.
"By the way, I also learned a foreign language. Let me tell you a few words."
Zhou Gendi learned a few sentences from him with her smiles and frowns.
“Well, that’s good, there is progress.
"If you work hard, and once you become more famous, I'll let you be the endorsement star for my Axe brand."
Hong Zhiyou said, and took out a stack of US dollars from the bag beside the bed and gave it to her:
"Is there enough money? Here it is."
"No need. The money I earn now is enough to cover the expenses of me and my parents." Zhou Gendi said.
"You're being so polite to me. You know I'm not short of money."
Hong Zhiyou stuffed the money back.
"All right.
"To be honest, I just like taking your money. It makes me feel at ease."
Zhou Gendi kissed him and accepted it with pleasure.
"I heard that this place is quite chaotic, so no one will bully you, right?" Hong Zhiyou said.
“No, no.
"Miss Hu Die knows Boss Du, and they also know that Lao Ma used to be a member of the Military Control Commission, so no one dares to bully me."
Zhou Gendi's eyes were somewhat evasive.
"If there are not many people, then there are people." Hong Zhiyou said.
"No," she whispered.
Hong Zhiyou didn't ask any more questions.
Shanghai is a mixed bag of people.
Old warlords, local garrisons, municipal governments, etc.
Especially the huge Jiangsu and Zhejiang financial groups, some of them are not easy to mess with.
Otherwise, it would not have become as powerful as Jianfeng and would have suffered a setback in Shanghai.
He finished his business first, and after dealing with Du Yuesheng, he would see who was harassing Zhou Gendi.
Solve it if you can.
If it can’t be solved, forget it.
He is now a father too. He was a little youthful and frivolous when he argued with Dai Li for Wanqiu. Sometimes he gets a chill down his spine when he thinks about it in the middle of the night.
This is even with Old Wu sticking by our side behind the scenes.
I'm going to risk my life for Zhou Gendi, a woman I've only slept with twice.
Hong Zhiyou would never do that even if he was beaten to death.
Obviously, Zhou Gendi was unwilling to say it, and she also didn't want to involve Hong Zhiyou, who had a family.
(End of this chapter)