Chapter 136: Dai Li, Deceased!

"Master.

"I have already made two sets of preparations.

"First, have Long Er organize a group of workers to strike and blockade the roads of Jinhai.

"Second, Commander Mou will arrange for people to conduct a city defense drill.

"Xu Zhiwu will seal off all passages leaving Jinhai.

"Even if Jiang Dongliang wants to take you away, he won't be able to take a single step out of Jinhai.

"As long as we drag this out until Boss Dai ascends to heaven, everything will be easy to handle."

Hong Zhiyou poured a cup of tea for Wu Jingzhong and smiled calmly.

"Good.

"Favorable terrain and popular support!

"Whether Dai dies, or we perish.

"It all depends on who the Heavens favor and whose life is tougher!"

Wu Jingzhong's suspended heart relaxed greatly, and he slapped his thigh and laughed.

Jiang Dongliang brought over a dozen enforcement team members and arrived at the Jinhai Station with a murderous aura.

The enforcement team.

To the key figures of the Military Statistics Bureau, they were a nightmare, an existence like ghosts and gods.

They represented the iron-blooded and stern will of Dai Li.

From high-ranking military officials and celebrities to wealthy merchants.

Down to porters and peddlers.

Everyone feared them because of their tyrannical power.

"Deputy Adjutant Jiang, what is this?"

Ma Kui heard the commotion and brought Sun Xing and the others to greet them.

"Boss Dai has an order.

"Wu Jingzhong is to return to Shancheng to accept an investigation."

Jiang Dongliang's tone was indifferent, his pace did not slow, and his military boots creaked on the floor.

"Do you mean you are going to arrest Station Chief Wu?"

After a brief moment of shock, Ma Kui said with wild joy.

"Don't ask what you shouldn't ask."

Jiang Dongliang didn't even look at him and walked straight toward Wu Jingzhong's office.

Lu Qiaoshan, who had originally poked his head out to watch the excitement, saw this formation and shrank back like a turtle in fear.

Slap!

He closed the door, wiped away cold sweat, picked up the phone with trembling hands, and dialed Zheng Jiemin's number:

"Officer Zheng, something has happened.

"Dai Li sent people to arrest Wu Jingzhong, and Jiang Dongliang and the enforcement team have already gone to the office."

A cold laugh came from the other end of the phone from Zheng Jiemin:

"Dai Li dares to arrest Wu Jingzhong at a time like this?

"This man has already gone mad.

"Don't worry about the affairs of the Jinhai Station; Jianfeng will not sit idly by.

"Just remember this.

"No matter who is in charge, they cannot move your position.

"Just put your heart at ease."

"Thank you, Officer Zheng, goodbye." Hanging up the phone, Lu Qiaoshan let out a long sigh of relief.

Bang!

Jiang Dongliang pushed open the office door heavily.

The group walked in coldly.

Although Wu Jingzhong had been prepared, he still couldn't help but feel a surge of fear when facing these killers.

"Deputy Adjutant Jiang, what is this?"

He sat on the sofa and asked with a forced calm smile.

"Wu Jingzhong!

"Boss Dai has an order for you to go to Shancheng to chat about the matters of the Committee for the Elimination of Traitors."

Jiang Dongliang held up the document personally approved by Dai Li and said proudly.

That little matter of eliminating traitors.

Let alone Wu Jingzhong, even if Hai Rui came, Dai Li could still find a reason.

Arguing was purely a waste of breath.

"It seems Director Dai still doesn't trust me.

"Then let's go."

Wu Jingzhong slapped his thighs with both hands and stood up with a smile.

"Master.

"I will see you off."

Hong Zhiyou and Yu Zecheng also stood up.

Because it was an investigation.

Jiang Dongliang did not dare to use handcuffs.

Wu Jingzhong walked out first with an expressionless face.

"Station Chief, have a safe trip."

When they reached the steps, Ma Kui put his hands in his pockets and said goodbye with a bright smile.

"Team Leader Ma, you seem very pleased?" Wu Jingzhong stopped his steps and asked with a cold laugh.

"How could I dare."

Ma Kui stared at him, his gaze fearless.

"May your dreams come true!"

Wu Jingzhong glanced at him and walked toward the car.

Jiang Dongliang opened the car door himself.

After a simple check, he raised his hand and said: "Station Chief Wu, please."

"Station Chief.

"You are going to Shancheng, the work at the station..."

Lu Qiaoshan, who had been hiding behind the crowd, seized the opportunity to poke his head out and ask with a smile.

"Qiaoshan.

"All affairs, large and small, will be temporarily handled by you."

Wu Jingzhong pointed at him, turned his head, and got into the car.

"Thank you, Station Chief."

Lu Qiaoshan wanted exactly these words, and he waved goodbye with a face full of joy.

"How about it, everyone.

"What are we eating for lunch? How about I treat you to Tongfahao?"

Ma Kui looked at the few of them, raised his chin, and asked with a smile.

"Team Leader Ma is in a good mood." Lu Qiaoshan asked with a smile.

"Same to you."

Ma Kui gave a dry laugh, looked at Yu Zecheng and Hong Zhiyou, and said sarcastically:

"You two, the person Boss Dai personally arrested.

"Tsk tsk, White Mansion.

"It's time to hold a banquet this time!

"Let's go, my treat."

Hong Zhiyou blinked and raised his chin, echoing with a smile: "Team Leader Ma is right."

"This banquet must be held.

"As for today's meal, I'm definitely going to sponge off Team Leader Ma."

"Little brother, you're a sensible person.

"With that mouth of yours, if your eyes were a bit sharper, there's nothing you couldn't sponge off."

Ma Kui patted Hong Zhiyou on the shoulder and said with satisfaction.

"However, Old Yu and I aren't hungry yet. How about we push it back two hours?" Hong Zhiyou pointed at his wristwatch and asked with a smile.

"Sure.

"It's just a meal, isn't that up to us to decide."

"No matter what time it is, whenever you're hungry, I'll set the feast."

Ma Kui carried his hands behind his back, his nostrils pointed toward the sky.

"Ahem."

"I say, you few, the Station Chief is gone, but there are still people breathing here."

"What kind of meal are you eating?"

"Without the King of Hell, you can't guard the Ghost Gate, is that it?"

"Standing here one by one, nothing to do?"

Seeing him floating so high he couldn't distinguish his own status, Lu Qiao-shan stiffened his face and swept his sharp gaze over the group.

"Right, right."

"Almost forgot, Department Chief Lu is acting as Station Chief." Yu Zecheng laughed obsequiously.

"Fine."

"You are the acting Station Chief, we listen to you."

"Secretary Hong, remember, when we're hungry, we'll start the feast."

"Sun Xing, let's go!"

Ma Kui snorted, waved his hand, and led his men away.

"What a piece of work!"

Lu Qiao-shan glared at him and spat out a curse.

Arriving at the office.

Lu Qiao-shan sat bolt upright, crossed his legs, and his polished leather shoes tilted up:

"Little Hong, pour me a cup of coffee."

"Yes!"

Hong Zhiyou poured him coffee as requested.

Lu Qiao-shan didn't tell the two to sit, took a sip himself, and asked with a smile:

"You two, do you think the Station Chief can still come back?"

"Maybe."

"After all, he is a Major General and a classmate of Officer Zheng and Jiang Jianfeng."

"He's not just any Tom, Dick, or Harry that anyone can handle."

Yu Zecheng replied with a bland smile.

"Hey!"

"Director Yu still lacks political experience."

"That place, the White Mansion, no one who goes in ever comes out alive."

"Jiang Jianfeng might be able to protect him."

"But there will definitely be no place for Station Chief Wu at the Jinhai Station."

Lu Qiao-shan took a sip of coffee and said indifferently.

"Department Chief Lu is right."

"In the future, Zhiyou and I will rely entirely on you; please look after us." Yu Zecheng hurriedly flattered him.

"Looking after you is only right."

Lu Qiao-shan smiled, then continued:

"Who do you think will take over as Station Chief?"

"Mao, Mao Wanli, perhaps? Haven't the rumors already started?" Yu Zecheng feigned deep thought.

"Secretary Hong, what do you think?" Lu Qiao-shan curled his lips in displeasure and turned to look at Hong Zhiyou.

"I don't think Mao Wanli has much of a chance."

"Boss Dai has turned Peiping and Tianjin upside down this time."

"Secret intelligence was leaked, and colluding with the Americans is something that angers both man and god."

"Mao Wanli is Mao Renfeng's man."

"Director Mao is Boss Dai's confidant."

"If I were the Chairman, I would never send someone with divided loyalties to guard Jinhai."

"As I see it, they'll likely find a rival."

"For example, one of Officer Zheng's men."

"To sit on the mountain and watch the tigers fight, in order to achieve control over the Military Statistics Bureau."

Hong Zhiyou analyzed, playing along.

"Brother, you're a clear-headed man."

"The Chairman is well-versed in the art of imperial rule; it must be this logic." Lu Qiao-shan beamed.

"Oh."

"If that's the case, the Jinhai Station Chief is very likely to be Department Chief Lu." Yu Zecheng said with a sudden realization.

"Just about."

"But I'll need you two to work with one heart."

"Old Yu, as long as you can turn Zuo Lan, or sabotage the Military Mediation, you'll help me achieve a great merit to be promoted to Colonel."

"Hehe..."

Lu Qiao-shan looked at the two and smiled meaningfully.

"Understood."

"Old Lu is planning to be the Station Chief." Yu Zecheng nodded.

"Mm."

"By then, Acting Station Chief Lu won't just be carrying two departments and seven sections, but the whole station."

Hong Zhiyou joined in the banter.

The more chaotic the times, the more human nature is revealed.

Lu Qiao-shan's intentions were already glaringly obvious.

"Not at all, not at all."

"I'll still need you two brothers to help out."

"Sit."

"Little Hong, pour two more cups of coffee."

Having made his point, Lu Qiao-shan smiled and invited the two to sit.

"Yes, Acting Station Chief Lu." Hong Zhiyou happily accepted the order.

For now, the two had no choice but to watch Lu Qiao-shan put on airs.

After all.

Whether the Station Chief could return depended solely on Dai Li.

If Old Dai doesn't die.

Given the Old Man's suspicious nature, the Deputy Station Chief would likely be Lu Qiao-shan.

If Old Dai dies.

Lu Qiao-shan, who kept calling him "Little Hong," would probably change his tune to "dear brother."

Liuwei Road.

Wu Jingzhong sat in the car with his eyes closed; despite his inner panic, his outward composure was maintained perfectly.

"Station Chief Wu."

"The mountain goods you promised Boss Dai, shouldn't they be shipped?"

Jiang Dongliang hadn't forgotten this major matter.

"When the person arrives, the gift arrives." Wu Jingzhong didn't open his eyes and said indifferently.

"You should know the reason for your arrest."

"Leaking top-secret intelligence!"

"Was it under the instruction of Zheng Jiemin?"

"Speak clearly, and when you get to the White Mansion, Boss Dai will speak for you."

Jiang Dongliang sneered, hinting that Wu Jingzhong should be sensible.

"I don't know what you're asking about."

"If you are attacking me simply because I am a classmate of Zheng Jiemin."

"Then Jiang Jianfeng is also my classmate, isn't he?"

Wu Jingzhong opened his eyes abruptly and said.

You dog, playing these games with me.

When I was outsmarting Xu Bing, you were still playing in the mud.

"I know Station Chief Wu has a solid foundation."

"However, the White Mansion isn't a place just anyone can meddle with."

"Even if Jiang Jianfeng wants to protect you."

"You still have to be in one piece."

"Station Chief Wu is not young anymore; if he happens to have high blood pressure or a heart attack and dies suddenly."

"These are all very possible."

Jiang Dongliang threatened him coldly.

"My heart is with the Party and the State; I have the protection of the Chairman's heavenly might and good fortune." Wu Jingzhong stopped wasting words with him and closed his eyes again.

"Fine."

"Then we shall talk again at the Bai Mansion."

Jiang Dongliang failed to sway him and huffed in annoyance.

Just as they were speaking.

Screech.

The car braked hard and came to a stop.

They saw the intersection was packed with people.

"What kind of trick is this? Go down and take a look," Jiang Dongliang ordered the enforcement team with a frown.

Several men immediately got out.

They threw their official weight around at the police.

However, it was of no use.

"Adjutant Jiang, there is a strike going on here. There are too many people, and the police are helpless. Shall we take a detour?" an enforcement team member said, standing by the car window.

"Fine."

"Change route."

"Also, have someone call Jin-Hai Air Traffic Control and tell them to prepare the plane; the time will be decided later."

Jiang Dongliang ordered.

"Sigh!"

Wu Jingzhong glanced at his watch.

It was time for Liu Yuzhu to act.

Heaven protect me, the Chairman protect me, it must succeed.

11: 9 AM.

Qingdao Airport.

Liu Yuzhu, Gong Xianfang, and Jin Bai arrived at the terminal building.

Dozens of airport security guards and Juntong special guards were patrolling around the aircraft.

"We need to inspect the aircraft," Gong Xianfang flashed his credentials and said imperiously.

"According to airport regulations, we must request permission from Director Liang."

A guard took a look and handed the credentials back.

Soon, Liang Song walked over and said sternly:

"Director Gong, my apologies."

"To ensure the safety of the aircraft, according to flight regulations, outsiders are not allowed to board early except for special security inspections."

"We aren't allowed either?"

"Stop using a feather as an arrow."

"If something happens to the plane, who will be held responsible?" Gong Xianfang felt it was absurd and scolded him sharply.

He hated dealing with people from the Iron-Blooded Youth Corps the most.

Relying on Jiang Jianfeng, they were arrogant to the point of death.

"Sorry, those are the rules," Liang Song said.

"Rules my ass."

"The airports in Jinhai and Beiping had no issues; why are there so many rules here in Qingdao?"

"I must inspect it; this is Boss Dai's order."

"If you dare to stop me, I'll shoot you!"

Seeing that the time was almost up, Gong Xianfang flew into a rage.

In an instant, several of his subordinates drew their guns and aimed them at Liang Song.

"Section Chief Gong."

"How about this: three people is too many, and I cannot bear that responsibility."

"You send one person."

"I will send a supervisor and a technician from my side to accompany you for the boarding inspection."

"If you agree, sign here."

Liang Song feigned helplessness and gestured with his hand; someone immediately brought over the documents.

"Jin Bai, Secretary Liu, what do you think?" Gong Xianfang was somewhat hesitant.

"There's no time left."

"Boss Dai's temper... maybe we should just sign it," Jin Bai said with some worry.

"Fine, let the three of us sign together."

Gong Xianfang relented.

After signing, he asked:

"Who is going?"

Jin Bai played deaf and remained silent.

Serving a master is like serving a tiger; the less one does, the better.

Dai Li was extremely fussy and had always demanded high standards for every detail.

If the plane inspection wasn't thorough, even a speck of dust on a seat would lead to inevitable punishment later.

"Yuzhu, you go."

"You are a woman, you are meticulous, and you see to everything thoroughly," Gong Xianfang was not stupid and dumped it directly on Liu Yuzhu.

"Alright," Liu Yuzhu agreed reluctantly.

Liu Yuzhu went outside.

A maintenance technician was carrying a black box.

Another guard was standing watch outside the cabin.

"Secretary Liu, the item is in the box; it can be installed now," the technician said coldly, without revealing his affiliation.

"Are the people outside reliable?"

"I'm worried that Dai Li will change the time and adjust the itinerary again."

"Also, there are two planes here; how can you be sure which one Dai Li will take?"

Liu Yuzhu's voice trembled with nervousness.

Her opponent was the supreme devil of Juntong.

She could not afford even a shred of wishful thinking; she had to be as meticulous and perfect as possible.

"The people outside are reliable."

"The plane on the left has an abnormal sound in the engine; it won't be loud, but given Dai Li's caution, he certainly won't board it."

"Of course, this is not absolute."

"If he boards that one, we still have a contingency plan."

As the technician spoke, he efficiently opened the box to install the time bomb.

"Good."

"Can you ensure my safety?" Liu Yuzhu asked.

"Dai Li will ensure your safety," the technician sneered.

Soon, he finished installing the bomb.

The three returned to the lobby.

"Director Liang, Director Gong, the plane has been inspected, and there are no issues," Liu Yuzhu replied.

"Good."

"The time is almost up; notify Boss Dai immediately."

Gong Xianfang said.

11: 0 AM.

Dai Li stepped out of the car.

Dozens of special guards around him simultaneously opened black umbrellas, blocking the view of everyone outside like a black net.

At the same time.

Airport security was pushed to the very perimeter.

The special guards took control of security and the high ground to ensure no outsiders could threaten Dai Li's safety.

"Boss Dai, as per your plan, two planes have been prepared; what do you think..." Gong Xianfang said.

"No rush."

Dai Li personally boarded the boarding stairs of the plane on the left runway.

The plane was very clean.

The pilot's identity was correct.

There were no extra attendants.

Not bad.

Out of suspicion, he boarded the plane on the right as well.

Hmm.

Also quite good.

However, he still detected some subtle issues.

The engine noise of the second plane seemed slightly more hurried and shrill.

The plane's engine is a major issue.

It allows for no carelessness.

Under the cover of a black umbrella, he stood between the two planes.

"Gong Xianfang, Xiao Jin, you two come with me on this one."

He ordered.

Then, pointing to an agent whose hairstyle and build were similar to his own, he said:

"You and Secretary Liu board that one."

"Open the umbrellas."

Dai Li ordered.

The umbrellas opened.

Surrounded by two groups of people, they boarded the stairs simultaneously.

It made it difficult to distinguish which plane the real Dai Li was actually on.

With the roar of the planes.

Both planes took off at the same time.

"Director Dai, this move of yours is truly brilliant." Gong Xianfang served red wine, fruit, and pastries.

"In Pingjin, neither Ma Han nor Wu Jingzhong are easy to deal with."

"The world knows that I, Dai Yunong, love beauties."

"Resorting to this inferior strategy is a necessary precaution."

Dai Li looked at the blue sky and white clouds outside the window, a hint of coldness appearing at the corners of his mouth.

"Indeed."

"That old thief Wu Jingzhong, it is a waste of the Director's trust in him."

"An ungrateful dog."

Gong Xianfang chimed in with curses.

"Has the person been caught?" Dai Li asked.

"Caught, they are being escorted to the airport now," Gong Xianfang said.

"Hmm."

"Go keep an eye on the cockpit, I'm going to sleep for a while."

Dai Li nodded, looking slightly weary.

He did not know how long he had slept.

Amidst the violent turbulence of the plane.

Dai Li woke up in a start and shouted, "What is going on?"

"Director Dai, the weather is not good, the plane's signals have failed, and we are currently contacting the tower in Jingling."

Gong Xianfang said, stumbling.

"Quick."

"If it really won't work, then turn back."

Dai Li turned his head to look out the window.

Black clouds were rolling.

Lightning darted through the clouds like countless spirit snakes.

It was as if it were the end of the world.

The creaking sounds coming from the fuselage from time to time, combined with the violent shaking, caused this peerless demon king to uncharacteristically lose his composure, his face turning deathly pale.

"Director Dai."

"The weather is quite severe."

"We are not far from Jingling, we may have to make an emergency landing."

"You are a man of great fortune, don't worry, nothing will happen."

While comforting him, Gong Xianfang swayed and fell onto the aisle.

"Where are we now?" Dai Li asked with trembling lips.

"Daishan!"

"Daishan?"

"A mountain of graves."

"In the past, the Fledgling Phoenix Pang Tong saw the Falling Phoenix Slope during his western expedition and truly met his end there."

"Daishan, Dai Mountain."

"Both the person and the dagger fall upon the mountain peak."

"The person is me, the dagger implies metal, which can represent the plane; both falling on the mountain peak is highly inauspicious."

"May the heavens protect me; my fate is the nation's fate, I pray to overcome this tribulation."

Dai Li's face turned ashen as he sighed longingly at the window.

"Director Dai, that won't happen, you..."

Gong Xianfang still wanted to say a few auspicious words.

Bang!

The plane exploded instantly.

Yunong, deceased!

Report to the Station Chief: First, I will finish the chapter from last night, then go eat, and come back tonight to continue working.

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