There was nothing to say all night, and early the next morning, officials of all sizes and office staff from various departments lined up in a long queue in the lobby on the first floor of the headquarters.
"ah--"
A female staff member dressed as a secretary walked to the end of the line with sleepy eyes and yawned. As soon as she stopped, someone came over and said with a wicked smile: "Xiao Li, why are you so listless? It couldn't be yesterday.
night……"
As soon as these words came out, the female secretary named Xiaoli blushed and said: "Sister Xiu, you are going to make fun of me. I worked overtime until late last night. It's strange that I can be energetic!"
"Working overtime? Didn't you go back early yesterday?"
"Yeah, originally I wanted to go to a movie with my family members, but before I could watch the movie, the director caught me and gave me the job of notifying everyone to gather here to take pictures early this morning, which really hurt me.
I did nothing all night but made phone calls."
"You think this Commander is the same, what kind of photos are you taking? Even if you want to take photos, you don't notify me in advance, so I can go get a perm. Really..."
"I heard from the director that it seemed that he wanted to make a unified certificate for us at the suggestion of Section Chief Ming of the General Affairs Section."
"Then there's no need to gather so early, right?"
Hearing this, Xiaoli looked around cautiously, and then lowered her voice and said: "Sister Xiu, you don't know this, right? The reason why it's so early is actually to keep close contact with those from the bandit suppression brigade.
Man, I heard that I was going to carry out a secret mission, so I set off early!"
"Then we'll talk about it after they come back! It's just a photo shoot, isn't it the same if we take it in the morning or in the evening!"
"Who says it's not the case! But I don't know the specifics of it, but it's a good thing anyway!"
"It's hard for others to say, but it's definitely a great thing for Captain Wu."
"Why is Brigade Wu involved again?"
"Hey, you don't know this, right? Just now, before he left, he said that whoever can help him get a photo of Section Chief Li will be given twenty dollars!"
"Chief Li? Which Section Chief Li?"
"Stupid! It's Li Ningyu, the section chief of the Confidential Translation and Electronics Section!"
As soon as these words came out, Xiaoli's eyes widened in surprise, "Isn't it right? Do they really have that kind of relationship? Section Chief Li is a married woman!"
Unexpectedly, Na Axiu couldn't help but curled her lips after hearing this, "Hey! That pretty boy from his family, just because he had studied for several years and could speak a few words in foreign language, he was so arrogant all day long that his nostrils almost reached the sky, but
What’s the result? Aren’t you going to live on a soft diet? It’s far worse than Captain Wu! I really don’t know what Section Chief Li fell in love with that pretty boy. If it were me, I would have been with Captain Wu a long time ago!”
"Sister Xiu, couldn't you..."
"Hey! What are you two mumbling about!?"
Just as he was talking, a stern voice suddenly sounded, startling the two of them.
"Cao...Director Cao! We..."
When the two people were about to explain, Cao Yan waved his hand and said impatiently: "Okay, okay, you don't need to explain to me. Look how far behind you are. Why don't you hurry up and follow?"
Upon hearing this, the two people hurriedly responded, and then chased after him in a panic.
…
"Section Chief, the photos have been developed." Near noon, Acheng walked out of Li Qiang's office with an envelope filled with photos and said to him.
"Well, take these photos to Lei Huhu and see if we can identify that person."
"knew."
"Is there any news from Teacup?" Li Qiang asked again.
"Not yet, I'll call to confirm later."
"good!"
Just as he was talking, there was suddenly a rush of footsteps in the corridor, and then Haitang barged in without even knocking on the door.
Li Qiang first gave Acheng a look, and the latter immediately understood. He quickly walked to the door and stuck his head out to carefully observe the situation outside. After confirming that there was nothing abnormal, he stepped back and closed the door, facing Li Qiang.
Wall nodded slightly.
Li Qiang then turned his attention to Haitang, who was still breathing heavily, and said to her slightly reproachfully: "What's wrong? It's not like you to be in such a panic. What happened?"
"I just received news that the ambush team encountered a bandit suppression brigade in Chun'an County and suffered heavy losses."
"How could this happen? Didn't I ask you to send a report to remind them to be careful of the mantis stalking the cicada and the oriole behind? No, how did they know our ambush location so accurately?"
"According to the brothers who came back alive, it seems that the target took advantage of the jeep's mobility to first expose himself to the bandit suppression team, and then led them all the way into our ambush circle. The ambush team thought everything was going well at first, but when they opened fire
Only then did I realize that there was a bandit squad behind the jeep..."
"This...except for luck, the strategies and tactics used by the target were completely beyond our expectations. No wonder there is such a result." Li Qiang frowned and said gloomily, "The mission has failed.
No matter how much we try to remedy it, it’s too late. Does Shangfeng have any instructions?”
"Yes, Shangfeng suspects that there is a red party member in the headquarters. He hopes we can find him."
"Looking for the Red Party? Isn't that what the Japanese and puppets should do? Besides, there are so many people coming in and out of the headquarters, how can we find them?"
"That's true, but we can't disobey orders, right? They haven't given us a time limit anyway, so let's find it slowly!"
Hearing this, Li Qiang nodded in agreement, "That's all we have to do."
However, even though Li Qiang said this, he felt a sense of uneasiness in his heart for no reason. He didn't know if it was his misunderstanding, but he always felt as if something big was about to happen.
It's night, No. 55, Changsheng Road.
Li Qiang was pacing back and forth in the room, looking at the clock on the wall from time to time, feeling anxious.
I don't know how long it took before Ah Cheng finally rushed back after a long journey.
"How about it?"
"Don't worry, Uncle Li has successfully escorted the officer through the enemy's blockade. If nothing unexpected happens, he will be able to return to the base tomorrow night."
Hearing this, Li Qiang let out a sigh of relief and said, "As long as it's okay, it's okay. Where is Thunder Tiger?"
"I've already identified him. You won't be able to guess who that person is."
Unexpectedly, Li Qiang just smiled slightly after hearing this, "It's gold that makes fire, right?"
As soon as these words came out, Acheng couldn't help but widen his eyes and said in disbelief: "How did you know it was him?"
"I guessed it!" After saying this, Li Qiang paused for a moment. Seeing that Acheng still looked unconvinced, he continued with a smile, "Why, don't believe it?"
"Do you think I believe it or not? You are not a god who can do calculations. How could you guess so accurately?"
"This matter may sound mysterious, but it is actually not difficult at all. If you think about it, being able to carry a person's photo with you for more than ten years means that the person in the photo is very important to him, and the two
The most important relationship between individuals is nothing more than family affection and love. According to my understanding of Cao Yan, it is absolutely impossible for him to spend so much energy on ordinary people, so this person must be a high-ranking person in the headquarters.
Among all the high-level cadres, Zhao Jie is Chen Gongbo's man; Wang Tianxiang only obeys the orders of the Japanese; Wu Zhiguo is Commander Qian's confidant; and Jin Shenghuo is Zhou Fohai's crony."
Hearing this, Acheng nodded in agreement, "Then based on your judgment, we can basically rule out Wang Tianxiang and Wu Zhiguo. One of them is obsessed with money and power, and the other is focused on Li Ning.
On Jade’s body.”
"Well, that makes sense, so you chose Jin Shenghuo from the remaining two people?"
"To be precise, I hope it is him, because in that case, it will play a big role in the implementation of the second phase of the Death Plan."
It was only then that Cheng suddenly guessed some of Li Qiang's true intentions, "You don't want to..."
However, Li Qiang just shrugged noncommittally, neither acquiescing to Acheng's conjecture nor giving any explanation.
Starting from the next day, Lei Hu followed Li Qiang's instructions and inquired about the woman named Ruoxian in various halls in Hangzhou.
As the saying goes, there must be fish hanging under the bait, and there must be dead men under the heavy reward.
With the generous reward provided by Li Qiang and Lei Laohu's diligent search efforts, it took less than a week to find some clues about the person.
"Ruolan? Isn't it Ruoxian? Are you sure you found the right person?" In the private room of Wang Runxing Restaurant, Li Qiang couldn't help but frowning after hearing Lei Huhu's report.
"You can't be wrong!" Lei Huhu quickly explained, "Young Master Ming didn't know something. Those who work in this industry are inferior to others, so they usually give them fancy names. According to your description, I have verified it again and again, and everything is correct."
That's right, this Ruolan should be the Ruoxian you are looking for."
"What about her? Where is she now?" Li Qiang asked again.
"Don't worry, I have taken her out of the hall and temporarily placed her in the south of the city. She will be served with delicious food and drinks every day!"
"Well, I'm interested!" After hearing this, Li Qiang nodded with satisfaction, then took out two gold bars from his arms and threw them to him, "You did a good job in this matter, I'll reward you.
!”
"Ouch! What do you mean? It's an honor for me to do something small for you, Master Ming. How dare I receive such a heavy reward from you?"
However, before he finished speaking, Acheng on the side couldn't help but said: "Take it if I tell you to. Our young master is doing this to let others know that as long as you do your best for the young master, you will definitely get generous rewards."
.Boss Lei, you don’t have to refuse, just take it!”
"This... okay, I'll take it then. Thank you very much, Mr. Ming!"
After saying that, the thunder tiger carefully put away the two gold bars, and then left with a lot of gratitude.
After coming out of the restaurant, Li Qiang immediately returned to the headquarters and found Cao Yan to report in detail the latest progress of the matter.
"...This is what happened, Director Cao, next..."
Before Li Qiang finished speaking, Cao Yan raised his hand and interrupted, "Chief Ming, are you sure that Ruolan is the Ruoxian we are looking for?"
"Although I'm not 100% sure, my age and experience are right. I think it's very likely." Li Qiang touched his chin with his hand and analyzed cautiously.
Hearing this, Cao Yan nodded and said in a good mood: "Since Section Chief Ming said so... well, if you hand over the person to me, your mission will be completed."
"Okay, I'll do my humble job now."
However, just when Li Qiang was about to turn around and leave, he was stopped by Cao Yan, "Wait a minute, Section Chief Ming!"
"Director Cao, do you have any other instructions?"
"Hey! What's wrong with your orders? As the saying goes, 'it's disrespectful to come back without reciprocating'. You've done me such a big favor this time, and I have to express my disapproval?"
"Director Cao, you are too polite. This little thing is nothing but a trivial matter."
Li Qiang seemed to say something else, but was interrupted again by Cao Yan, who said solemnly: "It is indeed a way to raise your hand for you, but it means a lot to me! Section Chief Ming, don't do it.
I refuse. Besides, my return gift is not valuable. It is just a cruise ship. It is currently moored by Jixian Pavilion. If Section Chief Ming doesn’t dislike it, I can give it to you."
"Pleasure boat?"
"Yes, I heard that you and your personal assistant Cheng still live in an old Shikumen-style house. It's too far from the headquarters and it doesn't match your current official position. Why not just move to a cruise ship?
Once you go up there, not only will it be much more convenient, but you can also enjoy the beautiful scenery of the West Lake at any time, isn't it beautiful?"
"this……"
To be honest, Li Qiang is quite interested in the cruise ship Cao Yan mentioned. After all, his current residence is full of people coming and going, so it is really not suitable for underground work. He is a little constrained in everything he does, which is very inconvenient. But if he could
Moving to a cruise ship is different. Not only do you no longer have to worry about ears in the partition wall, or someone secretly installing eavesdropping equipment, you can also use the radio to send and receive messages more confidently and boldly in the future. The only thing you need to worry about is the power supply on the ship.
, but the problem is not too big.
After much consideration, Li Qiang finally happily accepted the gift from Cao Yan. Firstly, this cruise ship would be of great help to his future actions. Secondly, it was also to establish a good relationship with Cao Yan.
.
"In that case, I would like to thank Director Cao for your generous gift of this humble position!"
"Easy to say, easy to say! I'll send someone to take you there right now."
The mission was successfully completed, and Li Qiang was naturally in a good mood. However, when he followed Cao Yan's men to the Jixian Pavilion and saw with his own eyes the pleasure boat he was talking about, he froze on the spot and was so surprised.
He opened his mouth and said in disbelief: "I said... you call this thing a cruise ship?"
