Chapter 167: Ginger is still old and spicy

Arrived at the shop.

Yu Zecheng and Luo Anping entered the bookstore warehouse.

"Old Luo, Li Ya is targeting me right now.

"Calling me at this time, meeting is very inappropriate; this is the only time."

Yu Zecheng sat down and said with an expressionless face.

"You comrade... now is the time when the fire is burning the eyebrows and lives are at stake.

"Just yesterday in one night, an underground traffic station and several labor movement organizations were taken down.

"Many comrades were arrested or killed; this attitude of yours really makes me..."

Luo Anping got anxious again.

"Makes you what? 【167-1

"Old Luo, my mission is to go undercover. The organization didn't send you here to increase the risk of me being exposed."

Yu Zecheng's temper flared up too, and he argued loudly, which was rare for him.

Immediately after, he waved his hand, took a slight breath, and said:

"Forget it, I won't argue with you.

"Speak, what is it?"

"Comrade Zecheng, we have obtained information and scouted the location. Yuan Peilin is very likely hiding in a private room on the third floor of the Xiuchun Tower.

"The person was hidden there by Qiao Jiacai and Wu Jingzhong personally.

"I came to find you because I want you to make the final confirmation."

Luo Anping said.

"There's no way to confirm.

"You underestimate Li Ya and Wu Jingzhong too much.

"Yuan Peilin has been in Jinhai for less than three days. If he were so easily found by you, the Secret Service Bureau wouldn't be called the Secret Service Bureau, but the Leakage Bureau.

"I'll say it again: Li Ya is playing a big game.

"What is certain is that the Dangtong Bureau has also gotten involved.

"No matter who steps into the Xiuchun Tower, they are going to be wiped out in one go."

Yu Zecheng tried his best to dissuade him.

"Comrade Zecheng, I think you are too passive.

"I have an elite anti-traitor squad in my hands.

"The plan is already made.

"To tell you the truth, this is also the intention of the organization and Ke Gong: eliminate Yuan at all costs.

"We can't afford another Gu Shunzhang-style disaster."

Luo Anping's tone softened a bit, but his attitude remained very firm.

"It seems you won't listen to me.

"I am just a small undercover agent.

"I'm not even a party member.

"You are the leader, you have the final say.

"Comrade Anping, I still want to urge you to consider it carefully.

"Take care."

After Yu Zecheng finished speaking, he opened the door with an expressionless face and walked out.

The organization has its reasons.

He has his own way of working.

Yu Zecheng only knew that no matter what happened, he must stay alive and continue to go undercover.

Civil war was imminent.

He had to transmit more intelligence to save thousands of soldiers on the battlefield.

Instead of obsessing over immediate gains and losses.

If the organization and Luo Anping thought he was a coward.

Then let him be a coward.

"You're arguing again."

Returning home, Cuiping saw him looking dejected and asked.

"Cuiping, am I a passive coward?" Yu Zecheng asked her very seriously, his eyes slightly red.

Cuiping felt the desolation in his heart, took his hand, and said:

"Old Yu.

"You are not. You are another kind of warrior I have seen, harder than steel and sharper than a bullet.

"General Su's surprise attack on Suqian, wiping out the entire reorganized American-equipped division of Dai Zhiqi.

"Wasn't that all thanks to the intelligence you transmitted?

"You are a warrior.

"You are a true hero."

"I... am I really a hero?" Yu Zecheng blinked, his whole body trembling inexplicably.

"Yes.

"Is this Manager Luo sick?

"Is there any leader who acts like him?

"Doesn't he know your mission is to go undercover?

"Doesn't he know you are a bullet casing?

"I should be the one doing the fighting and killing; him constantly pushing you to stick your neck out, isn't that just having a hole in his head?

"You wait, I'll go find him right now, what the hell!"

Cuiping immediately understood, slapped the table, and was about to go out in a rage.

"Cuiping, don't!"

Yu Zecheng suddenly grabbed her and pulled her tightly into his arms.

"No need.

"They can doubt me, but at least you believe in me, and that is enough."

Yu Zecheng murmured in her ear, tears shimmering in his eyes.

Cuiping was stunned.

It was the first time she had seen Yu Zecheng's vulnerability.

This man, who was always as calm as water in the face of storms, was not made of steel; he also had moments of pain, sorrow, and grievance.

"Old Yu, don't be afraid.

"After I finish practicing my writing and return to the organization after completing the mission, I will write a report to the superiors to help you report Luo Anping, that muddle-headed fool.

"I am a county captain and have even served as the head of the party group committee.

"Political Commissar Yuan and the others trust me."

Cuiping hugged him, patted his back gently, and comforted him with a smile.

"Thank you, Cuiping."

Yu Zecheng whispered, and the gloom in his heart dissipated a lot.

At this moment, only two people remained in his mind.

Not the high-ranking officials shining brightly in Yancheng, nor those revolutionary martyrs and heroes who sacrificed themselves generously.

But Zuo Lan and Cuiping.

Zuo Lan gave him faith.

And Cuiping truly passed him strength and courage.

With them here.

Yu Zecheng suddenly felt that even if he were to sacrifice himself, it wouldn't be so scary anymore.

"Now you don't find me annoying, thinking about driving me away every day, right?" After hugging for a while, Cuiping leaned on his shoulder and asked with a smile.

"Cuiping..."

Yu Zecheng came back to his senses and wanted to let go.

But Cuiping hugged him tightly and whispered:

"Just pretend it's Zuo Lan hugging you."

Yu Zecheng's body stiffened, and the words on the tip of his tongue were finally swallowed back.

Evening, eight o'clock.

"Old Qiao, why not stay in Beiping for two days?" After dinner, Wu Jingzhong personally escorted Qiao Jiacai to the car.

"No.

"I've been racking my brains for the party and state in Jinhai, and there are newspapers in Beiping reporting on me visiting the Xiuchun Tower.

"If I don't go back, I'm afraid my nest will be occupied by others."

Qiao Jiacai shook hands and said goodbye helplessly.

"Sigh.

"The resources of the party and state are wasted by our own people like this.

"Sometimes you want to punch outwards, but this fist just won't clench tight."

Wu Jingzhong also sighed.

"Take care."

"Have a safe journey."

The two patted each other on the back of the hand again.

"Little Hong, thanks, come visit Beiping next time." Mrs. Qiao poked her head out and waved at Hong Zhiyou.

"I will." Hong Zhiyou smiled and nodded.

After sending Qiao Jiacai away, Wu Jingzhong and Hong Zhiyou got into the car, and he asked in a low voice: "Is there any news about Yuan Peilin?"

"Teacher, this time it's a bit troublesome. Long Er of the Cao Gang has secretly mobilized thousands of laborers to search for news of Yuan Peilin at the docks, teahouses, and other places.

"People from all walks of life, the Dangtong Bureau, and the Inspection Team are also looking.

"So far, there hasn't been a shred of news.

"This person seems to have vanished into thin air.

"Moreover, people we planted in the Action Team reported that since Captain Li arranged for Yuan Peilin, he hasn't seen this person again.

"There are simply no clues to track."

Hong Zhiyou shook his head in frustration.

Wu Jingzhong crossed his arms, thought for a moment, and frowned:

"Don't be impatient.

"If he's a person, he'll have social activities. Li Ya will definitely have to perform many meritorious deeds recently.

"I will let Director Zheng loosen his grip, secretly block him one more time, and then let him go, forcing Li Ya to deliver a tougher dish.

"He will inevitably go looking for Yuan Peilin again.

"Who is a person that Yuan Peilin knows, and who is important enough to make Li Ya tempted?

"You can consider it from this aspect."

"Teacher's move is brilliant; it can both sell Li Ya a personal favor, making him grateful, and force him to look for Yuan Peilin from the side." Hong Zhiyou said with heartfelt admiration.

Ginger is still spicier when it's old.

In a seemingly unsolvable situation, Wu Jingzhong just gave a little guidance, and it was like finding a new path through the dark.

"Just remember, everything in the world revolves around the four words: human relationships and worldly wisdom.

"As long as you understand them thoroughly and deeply, there is nothing that cannot be accomplished.

"This is why I have always wanted to push you to move up.

"If you don't come into contact with those people, you can't exchange favors.

"Without favors, worldly wisdom won't get you anywhere."

Wu Jingzhong pointed at him and taught him earnestly.

"Student will keep it in mind." Hong Zhiyou nodded.

"Teacher, after you retire, you can focus on teaching your grandson; the little guy will definitely be extraordinary when he grows up." Hong Zhiyou laughed.

"Many things cannot be taught.

"They must be polished and realized.

"When I first joined the Military Statistics Bureau, it was introduced by Shen Zui. Boss Dai was so high and mighty back then; he didn't even lift an eyelid when he saw me.

"Just because I shamelessly sponged a meal off him, I gained a foothold in the Military Statistics Bureau.

"Boss Dai gradually noticed me, and whenever I had nothing to do, I would find various excuses to hover in front of him.

"He found me annoying back then, thinking I had no qualifications and was a defector from the Red Ticket, but after hovering enough, he got used to me and found me pleasing to the eye.

"I guess even he didn't understand how I muddled my way into becoming his confidant.

"Human relationships are politics; truth cannot be taught!"

Wu Jingzhong sighed.

"Teacher's journey hasn't been easy either." Thinking of Dai Li's turning into an enemy, Hong Zhiyou also sighed.

"Yes.

"So, you must seize the time to talk about more business.

"It doesn't necessarily have to be big business.

"Even a mosquito's leg is meat; if you save up enough, you can have a fat new year." Wu Jingzhong changed the subject.

"Understood.

"Student was still thinking yesterday that with Teacher's status, anything under twenty thousand US dollars wasn't worth talking about; now it seems I need to change my thinking." Hong Zhiyou smiled self-reproachfully.

"Fool.

"US dollars are rare items.

"How many US dollars can there be in the whole Jinhai city?

"After all, not everyone is the Jiang, Song, Kong, or Chen families.

"North American milk powder and nutritional supplements are very expensive; as long as it's within the rules, take it if you should."

Wu Jingzhong tucked in his thumb and gestured a four.

Four thousand US dollars.

The bottom line.

"Yes!" Hong Zhiyou respectfully accepted the order.

"Where is Teacher going?

"Home, or back to the station?" Hong Zhiyou asked.

"Back to the station.

"There are still some things to hand over to Li Ya.

"It's better for you to avoid suspicion on this matter on the surface; just get off here." Wu Jingzhong ordered.

"Alright, Teacher.

"Ruirui's mother made soup; please go home and rest early after you finish your work."

Hong Zhiyou got out of the car and bowed slightly to watch the car drive away.

Wu Jingzhong arrived at the office.

He rarely worked overtime.

At this hour, he could have been enjoying his antiques with peace of mind.

Now, ever since this Yuan Peilin came to Jinhai, he hadn't slept peacefully for many days.

Damn guy!

Soon, Li Ya pushed open the door and walked in, looking proud and satisfied.

"Captain Li, how are the arrangements?" Wu Jingzhong asked.

"The situation outside the Xiuchun Tower is surging now.

"Just received intelligence that Sun Chuanzhi of the Dangtong Bureau has sent people, preparing to make a move on 'Yuan Peilin'.

"The Red Ticket is also secretly planning.

"They are very anxious now; Sun Chuanzhi wants to offer a birthday gift to Ye Xiufeng, and the Red Ticket is anxious to eliminate traitors; they all want to fight for this head." Li Ya said.

"That bunch of lingering ghosts, the Red Ticket anti-traitor squad, has never been dug out.

"How did the secretary of the former station chief Chen Xianzhou die?

"It was a stray bullet from this bunch of guys.

"If you can dig them out, it will definitely be a miraculous achievement. Director Mao will also have the confidence to request a reward for you then; won't this deputy station chief position be secure?

"You are my student; I know your craftsmanship better than anyone.

"An elite from the Qingpu Class, the famous Buddha Niche, shouldn't let people gossip about you hugging thighs, right?"

Wu Jingzhong sat on the sofa and smiled with narrowed eyes.

"It's still Teacher who understands and sympathizes with me.

"I am wholeheartedly for the party and state, but there are always people who hope my gun will misfire.

"Tonight, I will definitely fire a shot that shows the momentum of the Qingpu Class."

Li Ya nodded gratefully.

"You and I are both the right and left hands of Jiang Jianfeng; we are both teacher and student, and comrades.

"Tell me, what do you need me to do?"

Wu Jingzhong said solemnly.

"I would like to ask Teacher to mobilize more manpower for me.

"The Xiuchun Tower has many people and eyes, and it's late at night.

"My men are still not enough.

"If I could have fifty more people, I guarantee not even a fly would fly out."

Li Ya clenched his five fingers and said proudly.

"Good.

"People from the Intelligence Division cannot be used.

"I can't scrape together fifty.

"How about this: I will hand over the twenty elites of the Security Section, including Section Chief Xiao, to you.

"Let them disguise themselves and hide in the surrounding houses; when you fire a shot, they can support you at any time in the shortest possible time."

Wu Jingzhong agreed readily.

"Thank you, Station Chief; with this, student will definitely make new achievements." Li Ya saluted solemnly.

"Go do it."

Wu Jingzhong waved his hand.

After Li Ya left, Wu Jingzhong's eyes turned cold, and he held his teacup and fell into deep thought.

To find Yuan Peilin, the best way is to break the situation; regardless of whether it's real or fake, let one die first.

The fake one dies.

The real one becomes even harder to hide.

The muddier the water, the more the big fish will surface.

Thinking of this, he called the Security Section: "Guohua, come to my office for a moment."

A moment later, Xiao Guohua walked in:

"Station Chief, is something the matter?"

"Captain Li wants to mobilize you to the Xiuchun Tower tonight; do you have any sharp blades under your command who can strike hard?" Wu Jingzhong asked.

"Yes.

"Jiang Zhi can do it; his hands are ruthless, and he works efficiently." Xiao Guohua said.

"Where is he from?" Wu Jingzhong asked.

"Originally from Jilin; he just bought a house and settled down in Jinhai a while ago." Xiao Guohua said.

"Tonight will be a big brawl.

"You have Jiang Zhi take the opportunity to... that guy in the Xiuchun Tower... don't use a gun, it's easy to investigate.

"After it's done, send a sum of money to Jiang Zhi's wife."

Wu Jingzhong's eyes sharpened, and he ordered coldly.

"Understood." Xiao Guohua nodded and accepted the order.

Xiuchun Tower.

In the third private room on the left side of the second floor.

Li Ya sat on a chair, crossing his legs, watching Guo Liang eat meat and drink alcohol in big gulps:

"Are you used to staying here?"

"Not bad; what man doesn't love a place of powder and rouge.

"Captain Li, won't you have some?"

Guo Liang asked with a smile, clearly very satisfied with the security and quality of life here.

"I don't drink.

"This is for you."

Li Ya took out two more packs of cigarettes and handed them over.

"Thank you.

"Captain Li doesn't smoke or drink; you really have a red heart for the party and state."

Guo Liang sipped his wine and began to flatter him.

"I wouldn't call it a red heart.

"It's just hoping for peace in the world, so that children can have clothes to wear, food to eat, and school to attend."

Li Ya smiled and stated the ideal he had at graduation.

"Salute to you." Guo Liang raised his glass and said.

"Alright, I should go.

"If you're lonely, there are plenty of girls in this building; call whoever you want, the station will reimburse it."

Li Ya twisted his neck, stood up, and said.

"Understood, thanks." Guo Liang said.

Since the first night he stopped here, he had already called for them several times.

And they were all the top girls in the building.

"Can I ask one thing, where did Mr. Yuan go?" Guo Liang suddenly called out to Li Ya.

"This is not something you should be concerned about.

"The only thing you need to do is eat well, drink well, and have fun."

Li Ya didn't look back and walked out quickly.

Outside, he went to the backyard, where several subordinates were smoking and chatting.

"Quite leisurely, where is Qi Qi Da Fu?" Li Ya asked.

"Captain Qi, he..." The two looked at each other and didn't dare to say.

Li Ya immediately understood: "Go, call him over."

A moment later, Qi Qi Da Fu, smelling of powder and rouge, rushed over in a hurry: "Captain Li, you're here."

"You bastard, what time is it, and you still have the heart to chase flowers and ask for willows." Li Ya glared at him, dissatisfied.

"It's not time yet.

"At this hour, there are many patrol police outside, and it's the busiest time; the Red Ticket wouldn't dare to make a move."

Qi Qi Da Fu laughed.

"Be serious for me.

"What time is it, and you still dare to be careless?

"If this person can be protected, just by virtue of such a big formation, the outside world will only be more convinced that he is Yuan Peilin.

"We can continuously catch fish.

"If he dies, don't talk about drinking soup and eating meat in the future; you won't even have a mouthful of hot shit."

Li Ya scolded solemnly.

"Yes, Captain Li." Qi Qi Da Fu said honestly.

"Keep a close watch.

"I'm going back first."

Li Ya tucked his hands into his pockets, ready to leave.

"No, Captain, aren't you going to guard it personally?" Qi Qi Da Fu was a bit confused.

"I have other things to do."

Li Ya turned and left.

He wasn't stupid.

Now the Red Ticket and the Dangtong Bureau were both red-eyed.

God knows what kind of immortals they would send; if he didn't leave now, was he going to stay here and wait for death?

He was no longer the hot-blooded, reckless youth who participated in the Jinshanwei battle and put life and death aside.

He had to save his life to eat all the delicacies in Jinhai.

He had to scrape together lots of gold bars and US dollars, live in a mansion, and drive a Stutz.

After retiring in the future, when the party and state are at peace.

Then become a primary school principal, accompany the children to do exercises and raise the flag; isn't this life beautiful?

In the Xiuchun Tower, there was singing and dancing.

Outside, however, it was already filled with murderous intent.

Nine o'clock.

Sun Chuanzhi's car stopped two streets away.

"Director Sun, I have investigated clearly.

"Yuan Peilin is staying in the third room on the left; since he moved in these past few days, he has called for women seven times in total.

"I have already let Zhu Yan disguise herself and mix in as a prostitute in the building.

"Two other good hands disguised themselves as waiters, ready to support at any time.

"The procuress has also been taken care of; as long as Zhu Yan gets the chance, she can execute the assassination mission at close range."

Wei Jin, the section chief of the Action Section sitting next to him, said.

"Hmph.

"Life is about wine, sex, wealth, and spirit; who doesn't love beauty?

"Letting him die under a peony flower is already letting him off easy.

"Remember, strike fast.

"Must strike before the Red Ticket, preferably getting the head.

"I have already thought of the name for the meritorious deed for you.

"Clearing out important figures of the Red Ticket in Pingjin; this is a great achievement."

Sun Chuanzhi began to paint a big picture for Wei Jin.

"Rest assured, tonight Yuan Peilin's head must belong to our Dangtong Bureau." Wei Jin patted his chest and made a military pledge.

(End of chapter)