Chapter 587: Target data, Lin Ke Xin also received the mission

Later.

Chongqing side sent over another batch of its related information, making it easier for Chen Yongren to understand Ma Han Wu.

After reading it, Chen Yongren couldn't help laughing.

Originally, that bastard first allied with an Anhui clique warlord, but after that warlord was defeated and toppled, Ma Han Wu stabbed him in the back, took his weapons and equipment, and turned to join the Zhili clique warlord.

Not long after.

That warlord was soon surrounded and toppled, and Ma Han Wu then defected to the Fengtian clique warlord.

Not long after, in a battle he was encircled by the Central Army; seeing no hope of breaking out, he decisively surrendered his weapons.

Ma Han Wu again changed his name and joined the National Government's regular army, but this was ultimately a defected unit, and he had already been a traitor on several prior occasions.

Now he's truly a four‑family …

Pah!

Four‑surname household slave.

So the National Government didn't really trust them, casually gave Ma Han Wu the title of brigade commander, grudgingly issued some military pay, and stationed them near Hebei to conduct rear‑area guerrilla work.

Previously Ma Han Wu merely hopped between warlords, but now he has actually surrendered to the Japanese.

According to intelligence from the Military Statistics Bureau, the reason this bastard surrendered was that the Japanese were willing to grant him the rank of lieutenant general and assign him an army‑level designation.

To prove his loyalty to the Japanese, Ma Han Wu had all the supervisor officers sent by the National Government in his territory killed, and then carried out a massive slaughter of the anti‑Japanese elements there.

Therefore we must use Ma Han Wu to kill one to warn a hundred!

After sending Ma Han Wu's related information, the Chongqing side repeated the mission once more.

Not only Ma Han Wu, but also the Japanese who came to induce surrender must be eliminated together.

At the same time, gather Ma Han Wu's troops.

The Military Statistics Bureau agents lurking on Ma Han Wu's side are secretly monitoring everything; should anything develop there, the Chongqing side will promptly inform Chen Yongren.

Chen Yongren replied that he understood, then left the restroom.

To be ready for any sudden mission, Chen Yongren did not shut down the ghost radio, so he could respond promptly if anything came up.

Pushing open the restroom door, Chen Yongren saw Lin Ke Xin sitting at the desk reading, looking preoccupied.

"It's been ages since I last saw her," Chen Yongren laughed as he walked over to Lin Ke Xin, opened his arms, and said, "Long time no see—come let me hug you."

Lin Ke Xin gave a scoff, eased her stern expression, and gave a half‑smile: "Do you even still know the way home, old man?"

"Of course, wherever you are is my home—I certainly know how to come back." Chen Yongren casually sat beside Lin Ke Xin and asked, "Anything on your mind?"

His insight opened.

Chen Yongren's eyes lit up.

Heh.

Lin Ke Xin's classmate actually also received the mission to eliminate Ma Han Wu.

Isn't that a coincidence?

"Not seeing you every day, I can't help but worry?" Under Chen Yongren's influence, Lin Ke Xin's talent for spouting nonsense also kept improving.

The comrades lurking on Ma Han Wu's side said he was preparing to lead his troops in surrendering to the Japanese.

And he began massively arresting nearby lurking Red Party members, causing great harm to the underground work in the Hebei region.

Such a major traitor cannot be left unchecked, or it will only bring more trouble to the comrades operating in Hebei.

But Lin Ke Xin clearly saw that the biggest problem was how she could leave Jinmen, help the surrounding comrades accomplish this mission, and not arouse Chen Yongren's suspicion.

Although Chen Yongren usually goofs around and lacks decorum, this guy is quite cunning.

But if you really believe that, you're truly asking for trouble.

Those who have suffered at his hand number not just a thousand but eight hundred; his eyes seem able to see through people's hearts, and if you can't find a plausible excuse to disappear quietly, you'll surely raise his suspicion.

No need to doubt—I already knew your identity, Chen Yongren muttered to himself.

Chen Yongren originally wanted to keep Lin Ke Xin at home, but since she also got the mission to assassinate Ma Han Wu, he might as well bring her along for fun—at least they'd have someone to relieve boredom on the way.

"Are you showing concern or just complaining, like a vexed little wife?" Chen Yongren asked with a laugh.

Lin Ke Xin pursed her lips and rolled her eyes.

Chen Yongren mused, "Getting back to that, I've indeed been neglecting you lately, so I plan to take you out for a while to relax and improve our mood together."

"Relax?" Lin Ke Xin thought of Chen Yongren coming out of the toilet.

Her heart sank, and she asked again, "Another mission?"

Now it's gotten troublesome—I was just looking for a chance to slip away, but the Military Statistics Bureau also sent a mission this side.

"The Military Statistics Bureau received reliable intelligence that Ma Han Wu, who had previously surrendered to us, has now surrendered to the Japanese," Chen Yongren no longer concealed from Lin Ke Xin.

"So the superiors decided we should eliminate him, deter other waverers, and try to absorb his troops."

Hearing that, Lin Ke Xin's eyes lit up.

Isn't that a coincidence? I happen to also need to eliminate Ma Han Wu—this is a perfect chance to strike!

"Satisfied?" Chen Yongren asked with a smile.

Lin Ke Xin was about to nod, then suddenly thought of something, looked at Chen Yongren suspiciously, and said, "You'd really be that kind, bringing me along?"

After all.

Since following Chen Yongren, I've just been loafing around, a beautiful flower‑like presence at home.

All I need to do is know the task details, then sit at home waiting for Chen Yongren to finish the mission, after which we'll jointly accept the superior's commendation.

Lin Ke Xin has gone from doubting Chen Yongren to being completely numb about it.

She even doubts that, if this continues, she'll be able to follow Chen Yongren up to the rank of colonel in the personnel rolls.

This time.

Chen Yongren voluntarily invited her to join him in completing the mission.

Lin Ke Xin subconsciously suspected Chen Yongren of having some shameful secret.

I swear, I kindly let you join the mission, and you look at me like that?

"Just say whether you're going or not." Chen Yongren feigned anger.

"Of course I'll go." Lin Ke Xin nodded, a smile spreading across her face: "It's been ages since I've properly undertaken a mission; if there's a chance, I certainly ought to get active."

"You willing to go?" Chen Yongren smirked.

"I'll go." Lin Ke Xin, clueless.

"Mm, as long as you go, we'll go together." Chen Yongren nodded solemnly.

"What nonsense are you spouting again?" Lin Ke Xin furrowed her brows.

"That's a joke; I'm such an upright person, how could I say improper things? How can you baselessly tarnish someone's reputation?" Chen Yongren said indignantly.

Lin Ke Xin retorted bluntly: "If you're an upright person, then there are no upright people in the world."

"If you say I'm not proper, then I must act improperly, or else I'll disappoint you?" Chen Yongren cracked his knuckles and swept Lin Ke Xin into his arms.

"Let go…" Lin Ke Xin began to struggle.

Chen Yongren's hand on her waist gave a gentle pinch.

"Mmm~" Lin Ke Xin's body instantly went limp.