Chapter 684: Chen Yongren's Concern for His Subordinates

"Haiyi!" Anteng Zhongsi said with a smile, respectfully: "Chief Commander, you truly care for your subordinates; having a commander like you in the army is truly our honor."

Wait until tonight when I, the young master, pull off a fire dragon burn warehouse, you won't be saying that. Chen Yongren cursed inwardly, patted Anteng Zhongsi on the shoulder, and smiled: "You are my subordinate; I naturally want to look after you all; I can't treat you like livestock!"

"Believe me, your efforts will surely be rewarded!"

"Haiyi!"

Anteng Zhongsi's expression excited, he stood straight and bowed his head: "Chief Commander, I will certainly not disappoint you!"

Chen Yongren pretended to nod, glanced casually at the warehouse behind Anteng Zhongsi, then left with Zhongyuan Shen.

Before burning it, we still need to think of a way to loot the warehouse.

We can't let all this food and supplies go to waste.

Then, by selling these supplies to my older brother, we'll firmly pin the crime of the North China Army selling supplies on them, and add the fire dragon warehouse burning.

It's just mud falling on your pants—whether it's shit or not, it's still shit.

At a time like this, still daring to commit crimes against the wind—Old Devil Okamura's nose would surely be bent out of shape from anger.

Even if we don't talk about rivers of blood, there will still be heads rolling.

Since Old Devil Okamura is willing to give an opportunity, Chen Yongren will naturally not miss any chance to trap them.

Chen Yongren again pretended to inspect the warehouse, then went to a dormitory and called Okamura Ningci.

The call was quickly connected.

"General Okamura, it's me, Chief Director." Chen Yongren said.

"Chief Director?" Okamura Ningci laughed: "How did the interrogation of Yeshan Ziji go?"

"This guy is tight-lipped, trying to pin everything on himself." Chen Yongren took a deep breath, spoke solemnly: "However, General, please rest assured, tomorrow I will definitely give you a satisfactory answer!"

Hearing this, Okamura Ningci fell into silence.

With things like this, Yeshan Ziji actually still refuses to confess; it seems this matter indeed involves many people—if spoken, it could cause a major earthquake, so this guy is so tight-lipped.

"Chief Director Sir." Okamura Ningci's tone was stern.

"Haiyi." Chen Yongren stood straight and responded.

After all, Zhongyuan Shen is protecting his safety; we ought to show respect.

"You must pay attention to interrogation methods; if Yeshan Ziji dies under interrogation, we'll hardly be able to continue the investigation!" Okamura Ningci patiently urged: "Only those worms will be happy!"

"I understand." Chen Yongren gave a casual reply.

This guy can't die, otherwise how would we watch the show tomorrow?

"Besides, Yeshan Ziji is the most important witness in this case, Chief Director Sir; before we fully uncover the suspects, we must ensure his safety!" Okamura Ningci said sternly.

Although he is trying hard to conceal this, those with means surely already got wind of it; the old devil also worries that some people want to forcibly end this case and silence them.

"Haiyi, I understand!" Chen Yongren replied, then chatted briefly with Okamura Ningci, requested some support, and hung up.

Afterwards, Chen Yongren again pretended to check the warehouse in/out records, pretending to look for clues.

Of course.

Chen Yongren was just putting on an act, pretending to seriously investigate the case.

As for continuing to interrogate Yeshan Ziji?

Anyway, tonight's fire will start, then we wait for tomorrow when the mind-control skill cooldown ends—that's when the real show begins!

Whether we interrogate Yeshan Ziji tonight or not, it's already meaningless.

Zhongyuan Shen held a gun, protecting Chen Yongren on both sides, vigilantly looking out the window.

Chen Yongren smiled and comforted: "All right, Zhongyuan Jun, don't be so nervous."

"Chief Director Sir, what you're doing will offend many people; it concerns your safety—how could I be careless?" Zhongyuan Shen said, slightly bowing to Chen Yongren.

Those sneaky little devils won't miss any chance to show loyalty.

Moreover, this is close protection, which is the "Following the Dragon" merit; we must perform well.

Chen Yongren knows what little tricks this petty devil has; for now he doesn't expose them, leisurely flipping through documents.

Soon it was dinner time.

Because there had been two assassination attempts, Chen Yongren naturally couldn't let the original garrison handle his meals; he assigned a new mess crew to take over their work.

After eating and drinking his fill, Chen Yongren deliberately inspected the warehouse once more.

At this moment, about twenty or thirty devils were sitting on the ground, feasting heartily.

Seeing Chen Yongren approach, Anteng Zhongsi, who was eating, hurriedly put down his lunchbox, wiped food residue from his mouth, and just as he tried to stand up, Chen Yongren pressed him down.

"Eat first, no need for ceremony!" Chen Yongren pressed Anteng Zhongsi's shoulder and smiled: "You've worked hard all day; how could I not let you eat?"

"Everyone sit down and continue eating—this is a military order!"

"Chief Commander!" Anteng Zhongsi was deeply moved.

In the past, if you delayed because of eating, you'd be slacking toward a superior and surely get a slap.

Anteng Zhongsi suddenly felt cared for, and suddenly wanted to cry.

Indeed, you still need to follow the right superior.

"Chief Commander, rest assured, we'll start work after dinner!" Anteng Zhongsi said: "Before you wake up tomorrow, we'll definitely finish inventorying the first warehouse!"

"No need to rush, the warriors have worked hard enough—no overtime." Chen Yongren said: "After dinner, everyone should rest well, replenish energy, and continue working tomorrow."

You damn bastards work overtime, how am I supposed to burn the warehouse at night?

Upon hearing this, Anteng Zhongsi felt even more moved: "Yes, Chief Commander, I understand!"

"Remember, be sure to leave enough patrol personnel on guard to protect the warehouse's safety." Chen Yongren lowered his voice, speaking into Anteng Zhongsi's ear.

"Haiyi, I understand, sir!" Anteng Zhongsi understood the meaning behind Chen Yongren's words.

Chen Yongren patted Anteng Zhongsi's shoulder, turned back to his room on the second floor to prepare for rest.

Zhongyuan Shen insisted on standing guard outside to protect his safety.

Chen Yong also couldn't be bothered to refuse; this little devil does whatever he wants.

Time quickly turned to night; Chen Yongren, lying on the bed resting, suddenly opened his eyes, quietly walked to the window, pushed it open, and climbed down along the pipe.

He then quickly changed into a Japanese uniform, altered his appearance, used the Bone-Shrinking Technique to change his physique, and seeing no one around, Chen Yongren then sneaked over to the No. 1 warehouse storing grain and other supplies.

Anteng Zhongsi strictly carried out Chen Yongren's orders; the entrances of the other three warehouses were also each garrisoned by half a squad of troops.

But this posed no difficulty for Chen Yongren at all.

After looking around, Chen Yongren's gaze fell on a storage closet in the corner; he immediately had an idea, was about to head over, first light a fire to draw the Japanese's attention, when he heard a voice behind him.

"Hey, who's there!"