[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-spy-survival-guide":3,"chapter-spy-survival-guide-spy-survival-guide-chapter-47":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Spy Survival Guide",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2366363,4634,"Chapter 47: Mao Sen in Hangcheng","spy-survival-guide-chapter-47",47,"\u003Cp>\"Station Chief, I, I have failed in my duty.\" Yu Zecheng looked terrified, bowing his head to admit his fault.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Incompetent, you fool!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Take your head out of your heels and think carefully about how you'd like to die to make it a bit easier.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Jingzhong berated him, his voice lashing out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hong Zhiyou stood to the side, stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Jingzhong rarely scolded people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even when he did, it was at most a couple of \"stupid pig\" or \"incompetent\" remarks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially toward himself and old Yu, he rarely used foul language.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Harsh words like these were absolutely rare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Yu was in big trouble!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hong Zhiyou looked at Yu Zecheng; his face was pale, and his eyes held a rare panic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Station Chief, what exactly is going on?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hong Zhiyou knew that Wu Jingzhong had asked him here certainly not to watch a show.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That Mr. Zhuang from Xiangdao, do you know who he is?\" Wu Jingzhong said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Who?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To make you this angry, it couldn't be one of the Generalissimo's men, could it?\" Hong Zhiyou smiled, trying to ease the tense atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If he were the Generalissimo's man, I wouldn't be afraid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He is Mao Sen's man!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He came to Jinmen specifically to smuggle goods, and now, he's dead in our Jinmen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You tell me, how am I supposed to answer to Mao Sen?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Jingzhong slapped the table, his face full of distress.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Sen!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Station Chief of the Juntong Bureau in Hangcheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Known for being fierce and ruthless, a notorious demon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This man was also a clansman and confidant of Mao Renfeng, and the personal enforcer and favorite of Boss Dai.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was indeed a massive headache.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Director Yu, weren't you arresting people and seizing goods?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How did you end up beating him to death?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hong Zhiyou asked, holding his forehead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"During the arrest, he opened fire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In the crossfire, he was shot dead.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yu Zecheng explained gloomily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Opened fire?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hong Zhiyou understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the recent restoration, Juntong station officers at all levels, like Ma Hansan, were frantically looting and extorting national assets, and Boss Dai intended to deal with a batch of them to rectify the family reputation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mao Sen had made a fortune in Shanghu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dai Li was already dissatisfied with him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Jingzhong was Boss Dai's confidant, not one of Mao Renfeng's men.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If Mr. Zhuang had fallen into his hands, it would be extremely disadvantageous for the two Maos.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was why Mr. Zhuang had fought to the death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Station Chief, what does Director Mao mean by this?\" Hong Zhiyou asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What can Mao Renfeng do to me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Jingzhong slapped the table in anger, then braced his hands on the desk and said in a low voice:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Boss Dai is currently obsessed with becoming the Navy Commander.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If the Juntong Bureau changes leadership, Mao Renfeng is highly likely to become the head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"With a man dead in my hands, it's trouble.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yu Zecheng lowered his head and whispered: \"It's all my fault for not checking the man's background beforehand.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What's the use of saying that? You two need to come up with a solution.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I just received news that Mao Sen's special envoy is on a military plane heading to Jinmen and will arrive in an hour. Speak up, you two.\" Wu Jingzhong frowned and said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He only wanted to make money peacefully in Jinmen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He truly did not want to offend all the various monsters and demons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yu Zecheng remained silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Station Chief, why not return the goods to Mao Sen?\" Hong Zhiyou suggested.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sigh, I've looked at them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That Mr. Zhuang collected only the best things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You tell me, people like Mao Sen and Mao Renfeng, those rough brutes who only know how to kill, what do they know about collecting art?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If these things go to waste in their hands, it would be a crime against heaven!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Jingzhong curled his lip and clapped his hands in agony.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hong Zhiyou understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Jingzhong had his eye on this batch of treasures.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he didn't release them, it would be hard to answer to the two Maos.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he did release them, it would undoubtedly be like cutting out a piece of his own heart, more painful than death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The damn old miser.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did Mr. Zhuang report to Mao Sen?\" Hong Zhiyou, having received the master's salary, had to share the master's worries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Only heaven knows that.\" Wu Jingzhong sighed with his hands behind his back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Station Chief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Anyone who can come out to handle errands is an old fox.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They mostly have thoughts of keeping things for themselves. My analysis is that Mr. Zhuang likely did not report it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Instead, he planned to present them in person after arriving in Hangcheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Firstly, to claim credit; secondly, to hide some for himself in the process.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If it wasn't reported, there is a lot we can do with this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yu Zecheng raised his head and analyzed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hong Zhiyou awkwardly turned his head away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Damn it, why does it feel like old Yu is pointing at me?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Director Yu's words make sense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master, you can pick out the things you like and painfully part with a few lesser items to compensate Station Chief Mao.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He condoned his subordinates trading with traitors, which has already given us leverage; even if Mao Renfeng comes, he won't be able to find fault.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"On the contrary, Zhuang Cheng was shot dead on the spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He might even have to thank you, Master.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hong Zhiyou nodded quickly, helping old Yu carry the sedan chair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Jingzhong's eyes lit up with joy, and he pointed at Hong Zhiyou: \"Well said, it's you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You go and talk to the special envoy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Station Chief, I'm afraid I'll mess up the negotiation.\" Hong Zhiyou gave a worldly smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If I remember correctly, you were in the Southeast Special Training Class, and Mao Sen once served as the Southeast Commander of the Sino-American Cooperation Organization.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The graduation certificates for your class were even issued by him personally, right?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You were an honor student.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't tell me you haven't met Mao Sen.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Jingzhong pointed his finger and laughed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Station Chief Mao did encourage me a few times.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm afraid he long ago forgot who I am.\" Hong Zhiyou gave a bitter smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"According to the rules, Mao Sen is your teacher.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As for human relations, you can handle this well. The special envoy will be here soon; you talk to him first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Zecheng, there are quite a few things on the Dahe Maru.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go pick out a few valuable ones to keep in reserve.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wu Jingzhong's mood relaxed quite a bit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Zhiyou, remember to bluff him. If it wasn't reported, act accordingly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If it was reported, return it all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a pause, he gave cautious instructions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Understood, Station Chief.\" Hong Zhiyou nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He walked out of the office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two walked side by side in the corridor, and Yu Zecheng wiped away cold sweat:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Secretary Hong, I’ve botched this job; I might just lose my head over it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It won't come to that. You are a Major, and Boss Dai has even invited you to a casual meal. Mao Renfeng and Mao Sen wouldn't dare touch you,\" Hong Zhiyou said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother, if this batch of goods were Mao Sen's private property, that would be one thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But what if they were meant for Boss Dai?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yu Zecheng’s expression turned serious, then he said in a panic:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You know what kind of person Boss Dai is, don't you?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Emperor's wrath is unfathomable; he flips his face faster than turning a page. He kills with a mere flick of his finger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Station Chief Ma Han in Beiping has even more seniority than our Station Chief; he is a big shot who went through life and death with Dai Li.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There is talk outside that Boss Dai wants to go after Station Chief Ma.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I am a mere sesame seed of a person; wouldn't he just kill me if he wanted to?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Special Commissioner, you must handle this accurately.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Old Yu’s eyes, Hong Zhiyou knew he was truly afraid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Yu had always been suspicious and cautious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He might not fear dying a heroic death.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he carried the high expectations of Ke Gong; no one would be willing to die pointlessly over such a trivial matter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Old Yu, I understand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We are friends.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rest assured, once I verify if it was reported or meant for Boss Dai, I will immediately have the Station Chief return the full amount.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Once the goods are handed over, if a small underling has to die, at most you’ll be demoted one rank.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hong Zhiyou knew what he was worried about.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mm, my life is entirely in your hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, Zhiyou. If I can survive this ordeal, I will certainly repay you in the future.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yu Zecheng gripped Hong Zhiyou’s hands, feeling immensely grateful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Old Yu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Look at you saying that, just like the traitors who beg me for favors outside; it’s meaningless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The two of us are the Station Chief’s right-hand men; it’s comfortable working with you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your business is my business.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hong Zhiyou patted him and said with a low laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, yes!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m counting on you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yu Zecheng nodded, not saying much more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, you go to the warehouse to pick out the items first; I’ll go prepare.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hong Zhiyou comforted him with a smile and headed toward the conference room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The conference room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An old acquaintance was already waiting there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jinhai City Mayor Zhang Tinge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Wu is truly as steady as a tortoise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Tinge is an old hand in municipal affairs and knows many key officials in the Jingling government; he can certainly put in a word.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is because he fears a fallout and has brought someone to hold the fort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One o'clock in the morning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Special Commissioner, escorted by several secret agents, arrived at the Jinhai Station in a rage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Secretary Hong, Mayor Zhou from Hangcheng has arrived.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone immediately reported over the phone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know, I’ll go welcome him immediately.\" Hong Zhiyou hung up the phone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was actually Zhou Xiangxian who had come.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is getting interesting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>……\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",1708,"2026-06-25T10:22:48.848Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","656c18f75f90ed55b4d6a76ac9f880cc8d4d1f1bdadd12b01d5d4f9dd389c865","spy-survival-guide-chapter-48","spy-survival-guide-chapter-46",395,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fspy-survival-guide-cover.jpg"]