Chapter 355: The Deputy Minister is one of us?
Chapter 355: The Deputy Minister is one of us?
Hong and Yu came to the interrogation room.
After receiving the notice, Mao Wanli arrived at the interrogation room first.
When he saw Hong Zhiyou, he stood up uncomfortably and introduced: "Inspector Hong, this is Chen Dakai, deputy director of the Hongpiaowandao Working Committee."
Chen Dakai sat on the chair with his brows lowered, and there was no trace of spirit in his eyes.
Yu Zecheng sighed silently in his heart.
No one wants to be a traitor.
Few people can withstand the torture of the Secret Service.
Not everyone has Jiang Aimei's courage and determination.
Even if it survives, it will be difficult to be re-activated according to organizational principles.
"Have you confessed?" Hong Zhiyou asked.
"You've been locked up for so many days, but you've remained stubborn." Mao Wanli said.
"Then continue the trial."
Hong Zhiyou got up and left before he even had time to sit down on the bench.
"Won't the inspector conduct an investigation?" Mao Wanli was stunned.
He also planned to let Chen Dakai reveal false information to disrupt Hong Zhiyou's investigation route, but who knew that Hong Zhiyou would play completely against the rules.
"The interrogation is your business. Secretary Mao is a veteran of the Military Control Commission. I believe you can pry something out of him."
Hong Zhiyou smiled, stood up and left.
This made Yu Zecheng confused.
Back in the office, before Yu Zecheng could speak, Hong Zhiyou said:
“He has already admitted.
"But this may be good news for you."
"What do you mean?" Yu Zecheng asked.
"Mao Renfeng probably hasn't caught Lao Zheng yet." Hong Zhiyou said.
"Very good.
"As long as Lao Zheng is still here, the underground organization on Wandao Island can be reintegrated!" Yu Zecheng said happily.
Hong Zhiyou looked at him in silence.
"Is there any problem?" Yu Zecheng realized that something was wrong.
"You won't do anything to help Jianfeng gain credit just to catch Lao Zheng, right?" he asked worriedly.
Lately, he had been feeling something was not right.
This is Hong Zhiyou’s attitude.
In the past, when he was in Jinhai, Hong Zhiyou would cooperate with Manager Qiu, Dong Cheng, Jiang Aimei and others, and do his best to help them rescue their comrades in the organization.
But after arriving at Wandao, Hong Zhiyou was obviously not very concerned.
This is certainly related to the terrifying high pressure from Jianfeng and Mao Renfeng.
But logically speaking, Hong Zhiyou shouldn't be so indifferent to such an important person as Lao Zheng.
This is not a good sign.
Without Hong Zhiyou's cover, it would be difficult for him to hide and complete the organization's tasks.
"I have some information here, take a look." Hong Zhiyou lit a cigarette, took a light puff, and threw him a document.
Yu Zecheng took a look.
Inside is some information about Chai Qian, the head of the Working Committee.
"This only shows that there is something wrong with the way he works." Yu Zecheng said after reading it.
"Have you ever thought that once this person is caught and betrays, the entire underground organization will be uprooted?" Hong Zhiyou said.
“No way.
"He is an experienced comrade who has climbed snow-capped mountains and crossed grasslands..."
Before Yu Zecheng finished speaking, Hong Zhiyou interrupted him:
“Same with Chen Dakai and Li Kai.
“No one can survive Qin Shuangcheng’s torture.
“I hope Mao Renfeng will never find him.
“I can only wish him good luck.”
"However, you'd better not have too high expectations." Hong Zhiyou said again.
He had no way to convince Yu Zecheng.
I don't want to persuade.
Chai Qian is the biggest traitor and saboteur of the Wandao underground organization in the future.
No one would believe this.
After Lao Yu left, Hong Zhiyou picked up the landline and made a call:
“Any news?
"Okay, bring it here."
Half an hour later, Sun Xing came to the office.
"sit.
"You don't look right." Hong Zhiyou frowned when he saw his pale face.
"I didn't have breakfast, and I felt a little dizzy while driving just now. It might be low blood sugar." Sun Xing said.
"Take it."
Hong Zhiyou opened the drawer and handed over a plate of boxed chocolates:
"Put this in the car and eat a piece whenever you have hypoglycemia.
“Also, you should rest for the next two days and go to Bay North Hospital for a physical examination tomorrow morning.
“Work is important, but health comes first.”
As he said this, he opened the chocolate box and took out a large piece and handed it over.
"Director, it's really nothing. It would be very troublesome if the physical examination found anything." Sun Xing took it and said while eating.
"You can't avoid seeing a doctor when you're ill."
Hong Zhiyou stood up and walked to the desk, then picked up the phone: "Hello, is this Dean Cao? I have a friend coming for a physical examination tomorrow. Please arrange for a full set of medical treatment.
"Okay, thanks, let's go bowling together some other day."
"Tomorrow morning, on an empty stomach." Hong Zhiyou said.
"Really not..." Sun Xing still wanted to refuse.
"This is an order!" Hong Zhiyou said in a tone that did not allow for objection.
"Okay." Sun Xing nodded, feeling warm in his heart.
He used to be a secret member of Mao Renfeng, specifically assisting Ma Kui in causing trouble at Jinhai Station.
Later he secretly followed Hong Zhiyou.
Originally, Hong Zhi thought that after returning to the Wanbei Security Bureau, he would not dare to do anything or might doubt himself because of the influence of his old boss Mao Renfeng.
During this period, Sun Xing has been feeling uneasy.
Unexpectedly, Hong Zhiyou never mentioned this at all and still assigned him the most core and confidential task.
For this kindness, Sun Xing had no choice but to fight to the death to repay it.
Now that he saw that Hong Zhi was so considerate, he secretly thanked God that he had followed the right person.
“This is Lao Zheng’s information.
"Based on your clues, I used Gu Youniu and Luo Youzhang's connections in Wanbei and found out that there are indeed some wealthy businessmen with red ideas.
“To be precise, it’s not red, it’s speculation.
"There are many such people among the wealthy businessmen, students, and even the upper echelons of the Nationalist government. Old Zheng and others are frantically printing newspapers and leaflets. These people are afraid that the Red Army will invade the island in the future, so they are secretly betting on Old Zheng.
“A number of people even joined the party.
"I asked a few people, and they joined the party just by listening to a word from Lao Zheng, and their certificates were also issued by Lao Zheng.
“However, after the Third Field Army suffered defeat in the battles of Kinmen and Zhoushan Islands some time ago, coupled with the arrest and bloody suppression of many key members of the Taiwan Island Working Committee, these people became shaken.
"I arrested several wealthy businessmen privately. I didn't even interrogate them. After they drank two cups of tea, they gave me some clues about Lao Zheng.
“This is the portrait of Old Zheng that I asked Gu Youniu to copy and draw based on their description.
“After identification, there should be at least 90 percent similarity.
"Look at it."
Fearing that Mao Renfeng would intercept him or send someone to cause trouble, Sun Xing took off his leather shoes and took out the folded portrait hidden under the heels.
Hong Zhiyou opened it and saw a middle-aged man inside.
“This person’s real name is Chai Qian, nicknamed Lao Zheng, and he is definitely the head of the working committee.
“According to the clues from those people.
"This person likes to show off, likes to wear suits and ties, loves to drink French wine, and especially loves Western food such as steak and foie gras.
“By the way, he also has a sister-in-law who is very close to him and is also his personal secretary.
“Honestly, when I heard their statements, I couldn’t believe it.
“How could such a person be in charge?
"The Jinhai Prefectural Committee had many loopholes in the beginning because it had a wide range of contacts and it was easy for it to be exposed.
“This is simply delivered to your door.
"At this rate, I think they'll be finished with this intelligence sooner or later."
Sun Xing shook his head and smiled, somewhat puzzled.
“Not everyone has faith.
"Let's not talk about him anymore. Take a look at this first."
Hong Zhiyou took out a detailed map of Wanbei City with many circles marked on it.
"Combined with your intelligence, I can now confirm that someone in the upper echelons of the Security Bureau or the Ministry of National Defense, Administrative Group 2, leaked the information to Chai Qian.
“This guy is in hiding now.
"This area of Jiefang South Road is where Gu Zhengwen's investigation and prevention team is stationed.
“This is where Ye Xiang’s second place is.
"This is where Yu Zecheng is hiding..." Chen Dakai has already revealed Chai Qian's address.
“What is certain is that none of the above bases are the actual places where Shibazen lived.
"Given Mao Renfeng's personality, I am on duty now, and he will definitely set up a maze to confuse me.
“As his trusted aides, Gu and Ye are the best chess pieces.
"Then use the process of elimination and secretly have people pay more attention to the remaining streets.
“Just start with the Western restaurant, especially the Chai Qian sister-in-law.
“About nineteen or twenty years old.
“Based on the ceremony before the firewood, there must be servants in the house.
“But given his status, he certainly wouldn’t live in a conspicuous mansion.
"Then it's the old house facing the street, which is convenient for escape. At the same time, they usually buy more vegetables and meat, spend generously, and even have some petty bourgeoisie style, such as pianos, gramophones, etc.
“Following these clues, we should be able to quickly locate Chai Qian’s real residence.
"Once I find it, I'll make the next arrangements."
Hong Zhi pointed at several key streets with a pen and analyzed.
“Director.
"I used to think that you were able to get to where you are today because of money and connections, but now it seems that I was wrong. You are the real ace agent." Sun Xing said with admiration.
"Don't flatter me. I know my own worth." Hong Zhiyou said with a guilty smile.
He just knew some history and could arrange the investigation accurately.
But Mao Renfeng didn't know about these things that happened to Chai Qian.
Therefore, he may not know, nor dare to believe that the person in charge of Hongpiaowan Island, who had been victorious in the intelligence line, dared to solicit "sponsorship" privately.
Mao Renfeng could never imagine that he could be a wealthy businessman.
I just took advantage of a loophole.
"By the way, what does Youniu think about my investigation into Chai Qian?" Hong Zhiyou suddenly asked.
Gu Youniu is definitely a talent.
His language and acting skills are excellent, and I didn’t expect that he is also good at painting.
He was once Chen Qiuping's follower, and came from Yancheng. He is still a member of the party with a red ticket.
Hong Zhiyou was not afraid.
He felt it necessary to know something, so as to avoid the same fate as Gu Youniu and Lao Yu, who went to save their grandfather but ended up getting caught by Mao Renfeng.
“He said he believed in you.
"He does whatever you tell us to do." Sun Xing answered truthfully.
He now hangs out with Gu Youniu day and night, and they are closer than brothers. He is really afraid that these two will have some conflicts.
"Ok.
"I understand. You can discuss everything with Youniu. He is smart." Hong Zhiyou said.
"Yes.
"Then I'll leave." Sun Xing secretly breathed a sigh of relief, picked up his hat and was about to leave.
“Take two more boxes.
"Rui Rui asked someone to send this over from Xiangdao. I have a toothache and can't eat it. You can share it with Youniu and the others."
Hong Zhiyou took a paper bag and put all the chocolates, sandwiches and other messy things in the drawer into him.
Sun Xing really likes these exquisite foreign sweets.
"Okay, I won't be polite then." He took it with a smile.
"Is the money enough?" Hong Zhiyou asked again.
"enough.
"We made a lot of money from the cows, and we can't spend it all." Sun Xing said.
"Well, go ahead." Hong Zhi nodded.
As soon as Sun Xing arrived at the hall with his things, he ran into Mao Renfeng.
He lowered his hat, pretended not to see it, and tried to pass by.
"Sun Xing." Mao Renfeng called out to him.
"Director Mao." Sun Xing saluted respectfully.
"You went to see Inspector Hong. Why did you come to the Bureau of Investigation and Statistics? Why don't you have a cup of tea with me, your old leader?" Mao Renfeng smiled, but his eyes were full of dissatisfaction.
"where.
"I really don't have time. I'm thinking of meeting Director Mao another day." Sun Xing said politely.
"What's this?
"I want to see what treasures Inspector Hong has given you."
Mao Renfeng pointed at him and reached out to take the paper bag. Sun Xing seemed a little reluctant and tried to move to the side.
Mao Renfeng grabbed it tightly, narrowed his eyes and snorted: "Hmm?"
Sun Xing had no choice but to let go.
Mao Renfeng looked through it carefully and saw only some snacks. He couldn't help but sneer:
"Sun Xing.
"You were a member of my guard team. I sent you to Jinhai. I didn't tell you to never come back, did I?
“In Jinhai, the incident between you and Wanli is long over.
"Now that I'm in jail, it's time to report back.
"You can't be bribed by these cookies, can you?
"It just so happens that Li Wannian, the director of the Third Division of the Bureau of Secret Affairs, is unwell, and the position is vacant. I think you are a perfect fit.
"So, I, your old leader, haven't treated you unfairly."
Mao Renfeng returned the bag to him and patted him on the shoulder.
"Director, I'm working for Inspector Hong now. Why don't you discuss it with him? If he agrees, I'll naturally be willing to serve you." Sun Xing said.
"Fine.
“Then I’ll discuss this with Zhiyou later.
"Go."
Mao Renfeng laughed.
"Yes." Sun Xing saluted and walked away quickly.
"You traitor, you'll get what you deserve sooner or later!" Mao Renfeng stared at his back and cursed him coldly.
……
night.
Yu Zecheng walked into the bun shop as usual.
Zuo Lan walked over quickly.
“I’m sorry, the Ministry of National Defense does have military deployment maps of Kinmen and Zhoushan, but I don’t have the opportunity or channels to get them.
“And Jianfeng and Mao Renfeng have been keeping a close eye on us recently.
"The second person in charge, Chen Dakai, gave away Old Zheng. Only Mao Renfeng knows the details.
“Comrades here in the north of the bay are in danger now.
"We need to find a way to get them to evacuate and hide as soon as possible."
Yu Zecheng ate the buns while talking quietly.
"I see.
“The situation here is very serious, I will inform Ms. Zhu as soon as possible.
“Also, the island defense map has taken shape.
“It’s just that the situation has changed now. Ms. Zhu has been in contact with someone from the working committee. For the safety of that comrade, she is not in a position to meet him, nor does she dare to meet him.
“My line of contact has only come into contact with you and Ms. Zhu, so it’s safe for now.
"Maybe I'll have to trouble you to get the information."
Zuo Lan frowned worriedly.
"Who is that comrade? Can you tell me?" Yu Zecheng asked.
"Deputy Minister of National Defense Wu Zhiqing!"
Zuo Lan said.
"Deputy Minister Wu!" Yu Zecheng was surprised.
He was a lieutenant general-level official, a person who was highly respected and trusted by the father and son of the Chiang family.
I never expected that Deputy Minister Wu would be one of our own.
For a moment, Yu Zecheng felt as if he was not fighting alone and the surging power was surging throughout his body.
Immediately, he frowned again:
"Zuo Lan, has Deputy Director Wu ever had any contact with Lao Zheng?"
"It seems so." Zuo Lan said.
"What do you mean by 'seems'? I need a definite answer." Yu Zecheng said seriously.
"have.
"His identity is kept highly confidential. Chen Dakai may not know it, but Lao Zheng must know it.
“According to Ms. Zhu, Deputy Minister Wu was dispatched by the East China Bureau.
"This line is under the full responsibility of Lao Zheng."
Zuo Lan said.
"I see.
"The radio will be broadcast tonight to confirm the meeting code.
"I will try to go to the Ministry of Defense to meet him in the next few days."
Yu Zecheng thought about it and said.
Not to mention the intelligence, judging from what Hong Zhiyou said, the extent of the damage to the Wanbei underground organization might be more serious than he imagined.
He must meet with Wu Zhiqing, and it would be best if he could persuade him to leave Wandao immediately to ensure his safety.
……
(End of this chapter)