Chapter 564: Mysterious Slip

Chen Yongren nodded and looked at the civilians, saying, "In a while we'll send you to a safe place with plenty of water and food."

"Also, warm clothing—remember, don't run around everywhere."

"Having the Action Group help is mainly to conceal our identities when we meet Old Feng tomorrow."

"So many team members are participating in the escort."

"Old Feng couldn't possibly know everyone, and it's hard to tell who's who right now."

"Besides, He Jinshui definitely won't reveal too many details."

Hearing Chen Yongren's instructions, the civilians nodded, indicating their willingness to follow his every order.

He Jinshui exclaimed, "Officers who care for the people like you are rare indeed."

Chen Yongren smiled and said nothing more.

About an hour later, Chen Yongren led one or two hundred civilians to a hidden cave behind the mountain.

After Chen Yongren inspected it carefully, the cave had no animal droppings, but showed signs of human activity—more like a place where former residents stored food.

It was perfect for hiding people.

Heavy snow fell, so footprints on the road would be covered, and we needn't worry about the devils tracking us by footprints.

After leading the civilians into the cave, Chen Yongren began distributing food and warm clothing, letting them fill their stomachs, and also set up some camouflage at the entrance.

The civilians were moved to tears, feeling even more grateful in their hearts.

After settling the civilians, Chen Yongren told the team, "Everyone leave your weapons behind; this isn't me being stingy, but American gear is too conspicuous—carrying it will surely get you into trouble."

"Also, hand over the related documents on the captured biochemical weapons!"

"Brothers, you've rendered great service—no, top merit!"

"Without you, the operation wouldn't have gone so smoothly."

"Rest assured, I won't forget everyone's merits; I will personally report to the superiors to claim credit for you all."

"Just wait for the commendation order and reward money from Yu City."

Hearing this, the team members became very excited, obviously keen on the big promise Chen Yongren painted.

"\"Shui, get to work. \" Chen Yongren looked at He Jinshui.

"\"Yes! \" He Jinshui barked, \"Everyone, put your gear in the boxes—don't even think about taking bullets, not even shell casings. \""

"Also, the documents we've collected—if you want to live, don't leave any of these behind!"

"\"I'll personally inspect later; if I catch anyone trying to be sneaky, don't blame me for slapping you. \""

He Jinshui spoke with authority, and the team members obediently put their things into the boxes.

Chen Yongren also carefully inspected them with his perceptive ability.

The team members were cooperative; nobody tried to be sneaky.

"\"From what the superior said, you don't plan to go back with us, do you? \" He Jinshui asked.

Chen Yongren nodded: \"Business is busy; I really can't stay longer, and later I still have to wait for the receivers to come settle them. \"

After a pause, he punched He Jinshui in the chest and said, \"If we get a chance to meet again, let's have a good drink! \""

"\"Good! \" He Jinshui laughed, \"If I'm still alive by then. \""

"\"Don't say such unlucky things. \" Chen Yongren smiled, \"I'm still waiting to drink the victory celebration wine with you all. \""

He Jinshui nodded heavily and led the team out of the cave.

Afterward, Chen Yongren, taking advantage of no one watching, stored all the equipment and documents from the boxes into the system warehouse, leaving only the cart and boxes as a greeting gift for Old Feng.

After all.

When asking someone for help, you always have to leave them a little gift.

To avoid drawing He Jinshui's attention and in case the devils stumbled nearby by chance, Chen Yongren waited patiently through the night.

He also sent a telegram to Yu City as an aside.

Soon, Yu City responded.

Chen Yongren didn't waste time either; he immediately reported that, together with the Fengtian Station, they had successfully wiped out the Riben army's Fengtian Bacteria Factory and obtained solid evidence.

Yu City was also straightforward, basically following the usual procedure.

Commendations, encouragements, awards, and the like.

Chen Yongren, having earned many merits, had grown numb to such remarks and casually replied with a few formal lines.

Although he himself was numb, Chen Yongren still didn't forget to claim credit for the Fengtian Station.

Taking out the Japanese bacteria factory was a major achievement, and Yu City didn't stint on rewards.

Action Group captain He Jinshui was promoted to appointed Major, awarded a Fifth Class Yunhui Medal, and given fifty gold bars; other personnel who participated in the operation will also receive commendations and cash rewards.

The next morning.

Chen Yongren, in disguise, came to the vicinity of the Fengtian liaison station.

After my disturbance yesterday, the city now clearly has many more Japanese, who are everywhere investigating who attacked the bacteria factory last night.

Just then I saw Japanese soldiers interrogating Old Feng.

Old Feng was used to the Japanese devils' interrogation; he calmly produced his documents for them to check, and after passing smoothly, he drove his mule cart out to shop.

Old Feng is a cook; he doesn't trust others to buy things, so he voluntarily took on the purchasing work, while selecting better ingredients.

Actually, Old Feng just did this to stay in touch with the other team members.

Yesterday he knew that He Jinshui had undergone surgery, but as a liaison he didn't need to take part, and because He Jinshui kept it secret, Old Feng also didn't learn the specific details afterward.

Only this morning, from the Japanese' reactions and some street chatter, did he vaguely guess what had happened last night.

Damn it.

The superior sent from above really has guts, actually wiping out the little devils' bacteria factory directly.

I have to say, this kid really does have some skill.

I just don't know how those civilians who were taken away for experiments are doing, or whether they have been safely rescued.

Not only were they rescued, they have basically been settled, just waiting for you to come transfer them.

Chen Yongren muttered to himself, and as he brushed past Old Feng, he slipped the previously prepared note into his pocket.

Besides the address, Chen Yongren added a few more sentences on the note.

He basically said that these civilians are those rescued from the Bacteria Factory, they have already taken the detox capsules, are non-contagious, and can be reassured.

Old Feng was lost in thought inside, but on the surface he was seriously picking vegetables, talking price with the vegetable vendor, and naturally didn't notice Chen Yongren beside him.

Just as Old Feng finished stating the price, he reached into his pocket, ready to pull out money to pay.

He felt that there was an extra sheet in his pocket…

A note?

Huh?

Who wrote this for me? Could something have happened at the contact station?

Old Feng tried to stay calm, didn't check the note right away, but instead paid without changing expression, continuing to purchase supplies.

Finally, taking the opportunity while yawning, he unfolded the note in his palm and quickly glanced at its content.

Upon seeing the words on it, Old Feng was startled.

The civilians inside the Bacteria Factory have been rescued, and are currently waiting to be received and transferred?