Chapter 397 A good drum needs no heavy hammer

Chapter 397 A good drum needs no heavy hammer

Chapter 397 A good drum needs no heavy hammer
"Xiao Jin, it's so cold, drive the car back and pick me up tomorrow morning."

When they arrived at the gate of the yard, Zhou Yi gave an order.

"Thank you, Captain Zhou."

Driver Jin was worried about the cold weather and the difficulty in getting a taxi, so he was overjoyed when he heard this.

Entered the house.

Zhou Yi helped the drunk Gu Qiuyan upstairs and told Liu Ma, "Bring a basin of hot water."

Soon, Aunt Liu brought hot water.

"It's getting late, you should go to bed early." Zhou Yi sent her away.

He helped Qiuyan onto the bed.

When I returned to the living room and was about to wash my face, I turned around and saw Gu Qiuyan standing behind me like a ghost. I don't know when.

"You're not drunk?" he asked.

"Of course, I can drink two bottles of this kind of foreign liquor," said Gu Qiuyan.

“Today I almost mistook Lu Ming for you.

"This old Wei didn't tell me anything except the contact code.

“If it weren’t for Section Chief Hong, we would be in trouble today.

"You should have called me."

She complained a little.

“I can’t call you in that situation.

“Gao Bin is a very evil person.

"First of all, you were standing too far back, and I wasn't sure if you would be unable to make it to the station due to an accident.

“Besides, I don’t know what you look like.

“There are a lot of new people in the hall now, and there are a lot of female family members, so I don’t know who is who.

“If you hadn’t come, I would have shouted, or this might have been a trap set by Gao Bin.

“Then I’m exposed now.

“Even if you come in front of me, before confirming the secret code, I will suspect that you are someone sent by the other party in disguise.

"For safety reasons, I have to be cautious."

Zhou Yi had a blank expression on his face, without any comfort at all.

This made Gu Qiuyan a little unhappy. She frowned and said, "Such a big mistake happened during the first meeting. This Old Wei is really unreliable."

“You can’t blame him entirely.

"Man proposes, God disposes. My sunglasses are broken." Zhou Yi said.

“And you, why don’t you have a single photo in your room?

“This is your home.

"If we had a stage photo, there wouldn't be so many problems." Gu Qiuyan said.

“For people in our line of work, taking photos is taboo.

“I left in such a hurry two years ago that I could never have imagined what would happen today.

“But today was really thrilling.

"No matter what, we have to be more careful in our work in the future.

"You've also seen that Gao Bin is more cunning than a ghost.

"Something happened at the New Beijing Special High Section before, and the Japanese are now conducting strict internal investigations. The Security Bureau will talk to people every now and then.

“They will not let go of any suspicious person.

“In some ways, I am Liu Zhenwen’s man, and I pose a certain threat to Gao Bin’s position.

"He is more defensive against me than Lu Ming and Liu Kui.

"I even suspected that our hasty meeting today had aroused Gao Bin's suspicion.

"Fortunately, Section Chief Hong seemed smart, but his words were not very good, so I was able to stop him with one sentence."

Zhou Yi made a cup of hot tea and handed it to Gu Qiuyan.

Then he poured himself another glass and started drinking it.

"He also asked me questions when he picked me up today." Gu Qiuyan said.

"Why didn't you say so earlier?" Zhou Yi frowned.

"You didn't ask." Gu Qiuyan retorted somewhat unconvinced.

"Tell me something."

Zhou Yi said in a deep voice.

Gu Qiuyan recounted the situation of Hong Zhiyou in the car.

“This guy is a pervert.

“I can see that.

"He kept looking at me through the rearview mirror and spoke in a somewhat frivolous manner."

Gu Qiuyan summed it up.

"It would be easier to deal with him if he was just lustful.

“I’m afraid he has other intentions.

"No matter what, that shout today saved our lives.

“Stay away from him from now on.

"besides.

"Next time you encounter this kind of situation, you must tell me, so that we won't be confused when they ask us about it."

Zhou Yi thought about it and felt that it was not a big problem.

"He left early and took your luggage on purpose. Will anything happen?" Gu Qiuyan took a sip of tea and suddenly seemed to remember something.

"Won't.

"There is no doubt that this is a stupid method." Zhou Yi said.

Took a few sips of tea.

He washed his face with hot water, brushed his teeth and took the quilt from the bedroom.

"Or I'll go out and sleep.

"Old Wei said that your lumbar spine is not in good condition, so he asked me to take good care of you."

Gu Qiuyan said.

"Need not.

"It's getting late, go to sleep."

Zhou Yi went to the study room carrying the quilt.

……

High house.

Hong Zhiyou came to the hall wrapped tightly.

I sneezed a few times as soon as I took off my clothes.

In Northeast China, even if you wrap yourself warmly after taking a shower, you cannot go out because the cold air penetrates into your bones.

"Xiao Jie, come on, you must be cold, come and warm yourself by the fire.

"Why.

"How come you're losing weight just by reading a book?"

Aunt Liao Chunxiang touched his face and frowned with heartache.

"Aunt, the food there is too raw and cold. I'm not used to it. Our Northeast food is better." Hong Zhiyou said.

"You said you had to go to Japan.

“I’m still in the police station after I came back.

“Stay with your aunt, can’t your uncle help you get in?
"You've suffered all these years for nothing, silly child."

Aunt took his hand and looked him around.

"Woman, what do you know?
"If he hadn't gone to Japan to get more experience, do you think Shibuya Saburo would have allowed a newcomer like him to become a section chief directly?

"Lu Ming has worked so hard for so many years and is only a section chief!"

Gao Bin said as he soaked his feet.

"Since you didn't eat anything tonight, I'll make you something to eat.

"Do you want fried rice or egg noodles?

"There is enough refined rice and flour at home."

Liao Chunxiang pulled Hong Zhiyou and couldn't get enough of looking at him.

“Thank you, auntie.

"Let's have egg noodles, the kind with two poached eggs." Hong Zhiyou said.

When my aunt makes egg noodles, she will fry the eggs first, then add water and cook them until the noodles are mush.

That hot, hot, fragrant aroma.

It directly flows from the original body's memory to the top of the head.

"Okay, I'll beat a few more eggs for you." Liao Chunxiang smiled and went to work.

“You shouldn’t have taken Zhou Yi’s gift.

“A man as smart as him would never leave any evidence in the suitcase even if there was a problem.

"This will only make him think that you, a top student in the empire, are not very smart."

Gao Bin put down the newspaper in his hand and looked at Hong Zhiyoudao.

“The uncle is smart, and the nephew is not, so they have room to stand.

“I want to be smarter.

"I'm afraid Captain Zhou, Lu Ming and the others are not in the mood to work." Hong Zhiyou said with a smile.

Gao Bin looked at him for a few seconds and laughed:

"It makes sense."

"Uncle, I want to discuss something with you." Hong Zhiyou handed him a towel and skillfully made tea.

"You are quite skilled in making tea." Gao Bin said.

"If you soak it every day, you will become more skilled in it naturally."

Hong Zhiyou considerately pulled out a chair for him and handed him a pair of foot warmers.

After all this, Gao Bin felt warm in his heart, and felt that his training of this nephew was not in vain.

"Uncle, this is what happened. This time I went to Shanghai to meet with Chief Doihara, and I also had a meal with Director Ding Mocun of No. 76.

"He said a batch of goods was seized by our police department, and he wanted your help to get rid of it."

Hong Zhiyou whispered.

"Ding Mocun?

"He was living well in Shanghai, which is China's paradise. Why did he come to the Northeast to buy goods?" Gao Bin frowned.

"Just some ginseng, deer antlers, mink skins and so on.

“Guan Nei Lao recognizes this.

"Especially deer antlers and wild ginseng, which are very nutritious. From high-ranking officials in the Chiang Kai-shek government in Chongqing to wealthy people, everyone likes them.

“When the Japanese closed the border, these things became rare.

"Isn't Ding Mocun's mother going to celebrate her birthday?

“That’s what the old people like.

"We are all family, can you help?"

Hong Zhiyou said with a shrewd and mercenary smile.

"Zhiyou, you can't play with these cunning guys.

"The Japanese are very rigid in their work. One means one. Except for their companies, if you try to steal something, you will be shot if you are caught. They don't recognize anyone.

"Especially this Shibuya Saburo, he hates the Chinese social etiquette the most.

“I advise you to stay out of it.

"Ding Mocun has the ability to ask Doihara to go to the Kwantung Army General Staff Headquarters."

Gao Bin said.

“Uncle.

"It's not as serious as you think. The Manchuria Railway Company and Mitsubishi Corporation are almost monopolizing resources and daily necessities." Some people in the Kwantung Army's senior management have long been dissatisfied.

“Why else would you send me back?

"This is a test from Chief Doihara.

"They just want to foster a Chinese comprador who can be controlled and transfer money and materials to and from the interior of the country.

“This time the first shot was silenced.

"Wouldn't it be a blind act for me to live like this?
"Besides, the Japanese may be defeated at any time, and then no one will recognize you as the chief of the secret service department.

"I have no money, how can I take you and your aunt to Hong Kong and America to enjoy a peaceful life?

"We have to leave ourselves a way out."

Hong Zhiyou deliberately spoke loudly so that his aunt in the kitchen could hear it.

Gao Bin's face darkened, his eyes flickered with hesitation, and finally he waved his hand:
"The Japanese have taken over North China and East China, how could they possibly lose?

"You are playing the piano randomly."

"Well, if you really want to make money, you can go find Liu Zhenwen. He likes making money and he's very courageous." Gao Bin didn't completely block the way.

He really isn't that interested in money.

Only indulged in the cat-and-mouse game with the Kuomintang and red votes.

"Ajie, have some noodles." Auntie came over with a big bowl of noodles.

I actually fried four eggs.

Hong Zhiyou didn't hesitate and ate it all in big mouthfuls.

"Don't call me Ajie, Ajie.

"Since you have changed his name, you have to follow the rules. Call him Zhiyou from now on to avoid trouble." Gao Bin reminded.

"You can't even yell at home." Liao Chunxiang said dissatisfiedly.

"Of course not.

"You may call it by the right words at home, but you may call it by the wrong words outside.

"A lot of things go wrong because of this casualness."

Gao Bin said with a straight face.

"Who are you trying to show off your power by using chicken feathers as a token of authority?"

Liao Chunxiang rolled her eyes at him, turned around and sat down next to Hong Zhiyou, but she changed her words honestly:
"Zhi, Zhi, you should eat more. If it's not enough, I'll serve you more. It's enough."

"By the way, why don't you move in here?" she said again.

"No.

"I've been making a fuss for so many years, it's rare for you and uncle to have some peace and quiet.

“I still have to talk about my girlfriend.

"It's not far away anyway, I can come over to eat and see you guys anytime."

Hong Zhiyou declined tactfully.

"Okay then." Auntie didn't persuade me any further.

After chatting for a while and eating and drinking, Hong Zhiyou left.

……

The next day.

A formal inauguration ceremony was held in the hall.

Hong Zhiyou reported to the Economics Department.

The head of the Economics Section is Sun Defu.

Since the Economic Division is also responsible for internal affairs, it is the purse of the National Police Agency.

Sun Defu, who seems to be harmonious, is just a puppet of Liu Zhenwen.

After reporting in, Hong Zhiyou went to his office to pack up briefly, then went to the parking lot outside and returned the two boxes to Zhou Yi.

"Captain Zhou, we left in such a hurry last night that I forgot your luggage was still in the car." Hong Zhiyou said.

"fine.

"By the way, Liu Kui, check the box and let him go if there's nothing wrong.

"The Department of Education has already made several calls."

Zhou Yi gave instructions to Liu Kui who was standing aside.

"The Education Department is nothing. They are just a bunch of people with nothing to do. In my opinion, we just don't need to pay any attention to them. Just interrogate him for a few more days and he will behave himself." Liu Kui said with disdain.

"forget it.

"He's just a stinky intellectual. That's what the section chief meant." Zhou Yi said with a smile.

Hand over the box.

Hong Zhiyou went straight to Deputy Director Liu's office.

Liu Zhenwen seems easy-going and literary.

But to be able to become the deputy director and control the Harbin Police Department, this person must have a deep background.

Hong Zhiyou knocked on the door.

"Come in." Liu Zhenwen's voice came from inside.

"Director." Hong Zhiyou said.

"How is it? Are you used to your first day at work?" Liu Zhenwen asked with a gentle smile.

"Habit.

"Section Chief Sun said that it was your care that led to the arrangement of a private office for me.

"Thank you."

Hong Zhi has the Tao.

Liu Zhenwen did not make such arrangements. Seeing him being so smooth, he couldn't help but laugh:
"Well, you are a top student who returned from the Empire, and you were personally approved by Mr. Shibuya. Talented people should be treated preferentially."

“Director.

"I have an unreasonable request." Hong Zhiyou said.

"Tell me about it. Sit down." Liu Zhenwen pointed to the chair opposite the desk.

Hong Zhiyou told the story of Ding Mocun.

"Ding Mocun... well, he's not an outsider.

"But you should talk to Director Bai and your uncle about this matter." Liu Zhenwen practiced Tai Chi in a friendly manner.

Working for the Japanese, even Puyi had to risk his life.

Who would meddle in other people's business if there is no benefit?

Not to mention Ding Mocun and Li Shiqun, he would not get involved even if it was the business of the emperor.

"My uncle said that there is only one director of the Harbin Police Department, and that is you, Director Liu. Everything has to be decided by you." Hong Zhiyou gave him a compliment.

"How about this.

"I have a meeting at City Hall. I'll get back to you when I'm free."

Liu Zhenwen was too lazy to talk nonsense with him and directly ordered him to leave.

"Director Liu.

"Director Ding's mother's birthday is coming up, and he's really anxious.

“It’s just a matter of your words.

“After the matter is done, he is willing to give you this amount of gold bars, big ones.

"I suppose you have no objection to gold bars?"

Hong Zhiyou opened his right hand and spread out his five fingers.

“Director Liu, think about it, the Japanese yen is valuable now.

“But what if we’re defeated one day?

"Let alone defeat, as the battle line lengthens, the Japanese will certainly print money and mint coins like crazy to plunder Manchukuo's various resources.

“Then the yen will become worthless paper.

"Only gold bars are accepted both inside and outside the Great Wall, and they are the only thing that can really save your life.

"I hope you can give me your blessing and let me pass through customs."

Hong Zhiyou smiled and winked in a low voice.

When it comes to gold bars, Liu Zhenwen's eyes light up.

He didn't understand what inflation was, he just knew that gold bars were indeed a good thing.

He could indeed accomplish this matter with just one word, but he was afraid of falling into Hong Zhiyou's trap. After all, there were many people eyeing his position.

“If it’s really Director Ding’s goods, then it’s not a problem.

"Well, I'll give him a call and ask."

Liu Zhenwen picked up the phone and quickly dialed the hotline number 76:

"Hello, is this Director Ding?

"I am Liu Zhenwen, deputy director of the Harbin Police Department. We met at the last meeting in Xinjing.

"I heard that your mother's birthday celebration in Northeast China brought a batch of goods that were seized?
"okay, I get it.

"See you in Wuhan later."

Hong Zhiyou stood aside and was not panicked at all.

Yang Sen had already asked someone to greet Ding Moqun.

Although the fight between the Kuomintang and the traitors was fierce, it was common for the top leaders to give each other a break due to interests involved.

Moreover, when Hong Zhiyou came, under the instructions of Doihara, all goods from the Northeast would be imported into the interior in the name of No. 76 Ding Mocun, Li Shiqun, or Wang Jingwei, Zhou Fohai and other high-ranking officials of the puppet regime that was about to be established.

“Brother, you are very capable.

“I’ve already connected with Director Ding.

"Director Ding and I are not strangers. He came to Xinjing to visit the commander of the Kwantung Army before, and I accompanied him. We got along well." Liu Zhenwen said.

"I am just being loyal to the people who entrusted me with this.

"Director Liu, I am different from my uncle.

"He only likes to catch 'thieves', but I like money more.

"I am familiar with the affairs and people inside the pass, please take care of me outside the pass."

Hong Zhiyou bowed slightly and spoke neither humbly nor arrogantly.

"Go ahead.

"Tell Chief Gao to release the people and the goods." Liu Zhenwen nodded.

"Let Captain Zhou do it. You know my uncle is too dogmatic." Hong Zhiyou said with a smile.

"also.

"Junjie, I've met you before, and I'm curious why you changed your name? Your relationship with Section Chief Gao cannot be hidden." After a pause, he asked with some confusion.

“Director.

“Many people outside the Great Wall know me, but few inside the Great Wall know me.

"Sometimes it's more convenient to get things done by changing your name."

Hong Zhiyou smiled.

"It seems that your focus is on the interior of the country?" Liu Zhenwen said.

“From an economic perspective.

“If goods don’t circulate, you can’t make money.

"The Shanhai Pass has blocked the dreams of many people to get rich.

"Including us, and also many...Japanese!"

Hong Zhi didn't go any deeper. A good drum doesn't need a heavy hammer. Liu Wen Zheng would naturally understand the meaning of this.

"Ok.

"Go."

Liu Zhenwen narrowed his eyes, and a complex look flashed in his eyes.

This Hong Zhi is a man of calm demeanor, experienced in speech, and quite extraordinary at such a young age.

"Secretary Gong, go check Hong Zhiyou's background. Make sure it's detailed. Ask your old classmates to go to Tokyo to find out more about the relationship between No. 76 and him."

Liu Zhenwen ordered.

……

(End of this chapter)