Chapter 266: Mao Renfeng is Stunned

These words were what Hong Zhiyou had Wu Jingzhong say.

Never mind that Jianfeng dared not ask.

Even if he did ask, the Lady would still say yes.

Mao Renfeng, standing to the side, narrowed his eyes, hating this old fox Wu Jingzhong to the core.

He had originally intended for this matter to be the death of Wu Jingzhong.

Who knew he would still lose a move; he had calculated everything, but failed to account for a U. . Marine detachment in Jinhai.

Once the Americans appeared on the scene, this engagement was declared a failure.

"Superior."

"The current trouble is that Wanli has been detained by the Americans."

"And the one who assassinated Lin Tai on the spot is also an old subordinate of mine from the past."

"Your subordinate fears they cannot contain this... at this moment, I can only rely on you."

Mao Renfeng stood up and bowed apologetically.

"I can go negotiate with the Americans."

"The urgent priority is that we must persuade the Lady to return, and not let her keep harping on this matter."

"This is also the meaning of the Chairman."

"You must know, the Lady is not merely just the Lady, it is not that simple."

Jianfeng was also in a difficult position.

"Your secretary, the one who can speak with the Lady and the Americans, right?" He looked at Wu Jingzhong.

"He is in charge of security this time, so he can indeed see the Lady."

"There is a lieutenant in the Marine Corps who is his classmate, so there is some rapport."

Wu Jingzhong nodded and replied.

"Good."

"I have a few instructions."

"First, persuade the Lady to leave."

"Second, get the person out as quickly as possible. Director Mao, the stench of your subordinates must be limited to Jinhai; it is absolutely not allowed to spread."

"Jingzhong, you must coordinate and handle this well with Director Mao."

Jianfeng said sternly.

"Yes." Wu Jingzhong accepted the order solemnly.

"Alright, discuss it carefully; I am going to the hotel to pay a visit to the two ladies first."

Jianfeng glanced at Wu and Mao, then flicked his sleeves and left.

"Jingzhong..."

Just as Mao Renfeng was about to say a few soft words, Wu Jingzhong preemptively smiled apologetically:

"Director Mao, have some tea."

"Look at the mess this has caused; I had absolutely no idea that Wanli had come to Jin."

"Ah, this was the Superior's mission, and it required secrecy, didn't it?"

"One cannot blame him entirely."

Mao Renfeng smiled and explained.

"This secrecy work was done too thoroughly."

"I, as the Jinhai Station Chief, was completely unaware of it."

"Even if they had told me, it's not certain that everyone would have known, right?"

"Not to mention anything else, I am familiar with the local situation here."

"If they had tipped me off, and I had joined forces with Director Mao, perhaps by now we would already be holding a memorial service for Lin Tai."

"Even if we didn't assassinate him."

"If I had found a way to move the U. . military, he wouldn't have become a prisoner, would he?"

"Do you think it was necessary to end up in this situation?"

Wu Jingzhong said with a look of grievance.

"Indeed."

"The Wanli matter was indeed handled improperly. Jingzhong, we are old comrades from the Fuxingshe; no matter what, you must find a way to get him out."

"What could he have done? He was just craving a bowl of local gabacai in Jinhai and came to get a taste of it."

"He didn't expect a few subordinates with guts of steel to run off and assassinate Lin Tai without even a word."

"You also know that assassinating Lin Tai was the dying wish of Boss Dai."

"When a person is unlucky, even drinking water makes their teeth ache; Wanli had no choice when he ran into this."

"You, my brother, are a founding member of the station here and have deep roots; think of a way to secure Wanli's release."

"Jianfeng also means the same thing."

Mao Renfeng was all smiles, using a single sentence to downplay and define Mao Wanli's actions.

Damn it, the assassination was entirely the fault of his subordinates.

So he was just here to eat gabacai?

Wu Jingzhong truly had not expected Mao Renfeng to be shameless to this extent.

Fortunately, Hong Zhiyou had a trick up his sleeve.

Otherwise, if he came to eat gabacai today and craved pancakes tomorrow, who could stand him coming to "eat" every few days?

This slap must be used to correct his "gluttonous" habit.

"Since the Superior and the Director have given the order, how could Jingzhong dare not obey."

"I will go coordinate."

"But whether the Lady can be persuaded, and whether the U. . military is willing to release the person, is not something I, a mere major general station chief, can decide."

Wu Jingzhong said.

"Jingzhong!"

Mao Renfeng grabbed his hand, dragging out the final syllable.

"Do I not know what you are capable of?"

"Even that Secretary Hong of yours, your son-in-law, can sit at the same table as Cole to eat; can you not handle the U. . military?"

"Wanli was ignorant; as his older brother, I apologize to you on his behalf here."

"Sigh."

"It's just that Boss Dai is no longer with us."

"When he was here, how good our relationship used to be."

"It's just that one cannot withstand so many people stirring up trouble."

"Jingzhong, you say I have been a deputy director, trembling and walking on thin ice."

"Zheng Jiemin is out to get me."

"My subordinates also do not respect me."

"Sigh, the hearts of the people have scattered; the team is not easy to lead."

Mao Renfeng played the emotional card to complain while hinting to Wu Jingzhong that he was being unreasonable.

"Indeed."

"When I, Wu, first came to Jinhai, you, Director Mao, spoke up for me many times before the Boss; Jingzhong has always kept that in his heart."

"If you want to blame someone, blame my subordinates for being ignorant and creating a grudge with Mao Sen."

"That is what caused the rift in our brotherhood."

"I will say no more."

"All the faults, every single one, are Jingzhong's fault."

"I will use tea instead of wine to apologize to Director Mao and Station Chief Mao of Hangcheng."

Wu Jingzhong very tactfully jumped down three steps from the platform.

"Jingzhong."

"With those words from you, this old brother can rest easy."

"Having you, this anchor of stability, at the Jinhai Station is the fortune of the Party-State and the great fortune of the Secret Service."

This sentence from Mao Renfeng was the final word.

"Good, Director Mao, please rest; Jingzhong will go attend to the business now."

"I will spare no cost to secure the release of Director Mao."

Wu Jingzhong did not act arrogant; instead, he bowed respectfully to him before retreating.

"Wanli."

"I have completely lost face because of you."

Mao Renfeng closed his eyes and let out a long sigh.

International Hotel.

When Hong Zhiyou arrived, Jianfeng was just coming out, his expression quite gloomy.

It is assumed that the attempt to persuade the Lady was unsuccessful.

Although the two had never met face-to-face, their appearances had long been etched into each other's minds through photographs.

Hong Zhiyou stopped and bowed respectfully.

"Talk it over well." Jianfeng patted his shoulder and walked away quickly.

Hong Zhiyou entered the suite, where Lady Jiang was eating fruit with her pinky finger extended.

"My Lady, Mr. Lin Tai..." he asked respectfully.

"He has already left by plane.

"He is very grateful to you."

Lady Jiang said.

"May I be so bold as to ask, when will you leave Jin, my Lady?" Hong Zhiyou said.

"The assassin is being held by the Marine Corps.

"My meaning is very clear; since Jianfeng and Mao Renfeng have also arrived, this matter must be investigated thoroughly to give me and my sister a proper explanation.

"Furthermore, I must be present during the interrogation."

Lady Jiang's attitude was very firm.

"My Lady, matters of killing and punishment are harmful to the harmony of heaven; please do not let it affect your noble self.

"Look, the Generalissimo has even sent Jianfeng himself to handle this; what else is there for you to worry about?

"In my opinion..."

Hong Zhiyou tried to persuade her in front of Zhang Jing.

"The matter has reached this point; it must be investigated thoroughly. You may withdraw." Lady Jiang exchanged a glance with him and said, feigning displeasure.

"Zhang Jing, see the guest out." She raised her hand and said.

Hong Zhiyou walked out.

"Attendant Zhang, you must persuade the Lady more." Hong Zhiyou shook his head and said, feeling quite helpless.

"The Lady just has this temper.

"Once that mood takes hold, no one's persuasion works." Zhang Jing laughed.

"Alright.

"I'm off."

Hong Zhiyou smiled and turned back to the station.

As soon as he arrived at the station, Wu Jingzhong was drinking tea with Mao Renfeng and Jianfeng.

"How is it? Has the Lady agreed to leave?" The three looked over simultaneously, and Wu Jingzhong asked hurriedly.

"I have tried to persuade her.

"The Lady's attitude is very firm, and she even said she wants to interrogate the assassin personally."

Hong Zhiyou reported truthfully.

"You may withdraw first." Wu Jingzhong said.

"Old classmate, Director Mao, I am truly at my wit's end now."

He spread his hands toward the two and said.

"Fine.

"Since that is the case, then we have no choice but to interrogate.

"Director Mao, you had better pray for good luck for those subordinates of yours who fail more than they succeed."

Jianfeng looked at Mao Renfeng, snorted coldly, and walked out.

The next day.

Hong Zhiyou arrived at the Marine Corps with his briefcase in hand.

Mao Wanli was sitting on the edge of the bed reading a newspaper.

Although he had not been beaten, his mood was depressed and gloomy to the extreme; having not seen anyone for several days, he was visibly much thinner.

Especially since he had been locked up for two days, which meant the situation was likely even worse than he had imagined.

With the headquarters' capabilities, if they wanted to get someone out, he would have been out in a few hours.

Now it seemed that either Director Mao had already abandoned him.

Or the matter had reached a point that Director Mao could not resolve at all.

"Director Mao, let's go." Hong Zhiyou pushed the door open and walked in.

"Go where?" Mao Wanli asked with great joy.

"The hotel.

"The Lady wants to interrogate the assassin personally.

"I hope the assassin has nothing to do with you."

Hong Zhiyou smiled at him and turned to walk out.

Immediately after, he went to the U. . military's interrogation room.

Sun Xing had already been beaten beyond recognition.

His brow bone was shattered, his eyes were swollen until only a slit remained, and his entire body was covered in blood.

These Americans were truly ruthless.

"Has he confessed?" Hong Zhiyou asked Anderson.

"No.

"This kid is a smart man.

"He knows that talking means death.

"He said he must see Jianfeng or the Lady before he will confess."

Seeing that Hong Zhiyou had people with him, Anderson cooperated and said loudly.

"I must take the person away now; the Lady wants to interrogate him personally." Hong Zhiyou winked at him slightly.

"Old classmate, you cannot make the call on this, and my words don't carry weight either; the arrests and interrogations were all carried out by our officers under the Lady's orders.

"Unless the Lady makes a phone call."

Anderson pointed to the desk phone.

"Fine, I will call the Lady now." Hong Zhiyou said.

The reason for going to such great lengths was to let everyone know that mobilizing the U. . military and making arrests were all the Lady's power, and had nothing to do with the Jinhai Station.

There were many benefits to the Lady cooperating with him as well; first, it could further highlight her status and power, striking the mountain to shake the tiger, deterring the Jiang father and son, and making them abandon their evil thoughts of assassinating her sister.

Furthermore, Hong Zhiyou had considerable ability and still had to raise military supplies.

It was a matter of a few words, a win-win favor; why wouldn't she do it?

"My Lady, they require your order here before they will release the person." Hong Zhiyou reported concisely.

"Anderson."

He handed the receiver directly over.

"Very well, noble Lady, we will release the person immediately."

Anderson put down the receiver and turned to Hong Zhiyou:

"Old classmate, you can take him away."

"Thanks."

Hong Zhiyou beckoned, and the special guards sent by Mao Renfeng immediately stepped forward to support Sun Xing and walk out.

"Hong, come over and sign something."

Anderson called out.

Once inside the small room, he said in a low voice:

"Hong, this man wasn't electrocuted, but we broke three of his ribs.

"Don't worry, none of them are fatal wounds."

"How did he perform?" Hong Zhiyou was concerned about this.

If Sun Xing were too cowardly, fearing he could not withstand the pressure from Jianfeng and Mao Renfeng, he might not dare to implicate Mao Wanli.

"Don't doubt it, he is a tough guy." Anderson said.

"In that case, you go with a few soldiers to keep watch; I'm worried Mao Renfeng and Jianfeng will cause trouble at the final moment.

"You know, these people are capable of anything.

"I don't want Sun Xing to die an untimely death at this time."

It was foolish to talk about morality and rules with these people; they had no bottom line, so Hong Zhiyou was determined to protect Sun Xing and naturally had to consider everything thoroughly.

Sure enough, he had just returned to the hotel with Sun Xing.

Mao Renfeng's adjutant walked toward him with a gloomy face:

"Secretary Hong.

"Director Mao has ordered you to lock the person in the conference room first, pending the arrival of the Lady and Jianfeng for a joint interrogation."

"Adjutant Zhou, I can't manage this matter; you can tell them yourself." Hong Zhiyou had guessed this would happen, gave an apologetic smile, and walked straight away.

Then, like a chicken talking to a duck, Adjutant Zhou was stunned.

After arguing for a while and seeing he couldn't get the person, he went straight to Mao Renfeng's room.

"How is it? Have the people been arranged in the conference room?" Mao Renfeng asked.

"Useless!

"Where is Hong Zhiyou? Is he not even listening to my orders anymore?"

Mao Renfeng was so angry he kept slapping the table.

"Director.

"This matter isn't something he can decide; the brothers who escorted him said they almost didn't get the person back.

"The U. . military only recognizes the Lady now.

"Even then, it was only because the Lady made a phone call that they got him back."

The adjutant reported truthfully.

"Fine, I know, you may go." Mao Renfeng waved his hand.

Things were even worse than he had imagined.

Sun Xing had fallen into the Lady's hands.

He was not worried about Sun Xing pointing fingers at the Chairman or Jiang Jianfeng.

Because that was a matter internal to the Jiang family.

The Lady would not go so far as to publicly slap the Chairman in the face.

What he worried about most was Sun Xing implicating Mao Wanli.

The Lady could do nothing to the father and son of the Jiang family, but she had never been kind to the people of the Secret Service Bureau.

It was entirely possible she would take her anger out on Mao Wanli and make an example of him.

The best method was to dispose of Sun Xing.

Sun Xing was currently severely injured; with a few simple methods, he could be made to shut up forever.

Dying suddenly from severe injuries was very normal.

By then, he could both protect the face of the Chairman and Jiang Jianfeng, and save Mao Wanli.

The key was that the Lady, being a woman, would have no grounds to complain.

It was just unexpected that those damned Americans were everywhere, making every step difficult.

"Lady, the person has been brought here," Hong Zhiyou said as he walked in.

"I know."

Jiang Song nodded slightly.

"Zhang Jing, have the U. . military take the assassin to the conference room, and notify Jiang Jianfeng, Director Mao, Chen Zhangjie, and Wu Jingzhong to join the joint interrogation," Jiang Song ordered.

Soon, several key officials arrived at the conference room.

Wu Jingzhong and Hong Zhiyou walked at the back; they didn't dare whisper, but Wu Jingzhong frowned and glanced at Hong Zhiyou.

The father-in-law and son-in-law were already of one mind.

With just one look, Hong Zhiyou understood his meaning.

Ask about Sun Xing.

Hong Zhiyou nodded slightly, indicating no problem.

Soon, Sun Xing was brought into the conference room.

The Lady sat in the center.

Jiang Jianfeng and Chen Zhangjie sat on the left and right.

Wu Jingzhong and Mao Renfeng sat below to observe.

Jiang Jianfeng glanced at Mao Renfeng, who shook his head slightly.

Jiang Jianfeng frowned in disappointment, then returned to a calm state:

"Lady, everyone has arrived, the interrogation can begin."

"Bring him in." Jiang Song nodded.

(End of chapter)