Liao Ruolan walked in a hurry, and in front of her was the "Mingli" cafe, where she made an appointment with Huang Hanhui.
3-26
When Liao Ruolan walked into the "Mingli" cafe, Huang Hanhui was already sitting in the corner waiting for her.
She sat down in front of Lao Huang, took out the postcard and explained it to him sentence by sentence.
After listening to this, Lao Huang felt as if he was in a fog and looked at her with strange eyes.
He said: "If someone comes from Japan and wants to visit Shaanxi, I can help you find a way. But one thing is that you must find out who this person is and whether he is reliable! In addition, you must find out who they are.
What is the purpose! These two items must not be wrong!"
Liao Ruolan felt relieved when she heard Lao Huang say that he could find a way. This was what worried her the most!
What she needs to do now is to write a postcard as soon as possible and raise her questions to the Japanese Anti-War League, especially asking clearly about the two points that Lao Huang is concerned about.
3-27
At two o'clock in the afternoon, a secret meeting in the confidential conference room of the Shanghai Expeditionary Forces Headquarters was held on time.
The people who attended the meeting belonged to the Japanese Army, Navy, and Ministry of Foreign Affairs. If you want to find the most hostile people in Japan, it would be these three parties! When they meet every day, they are just like enemies!
But at this time, they shook hands with each other so politely, smiled on their faces, said their best wishes, and then sat down at the conference table politely and humbly.
The first item of the meeting was to listen to Mr. Sato and Mr. Takaji's reports on the "Barrel Project".
Mr. Sato smiled and stretched out his hand to Takashi, asking him to report.
Therefore, Ying Si introduced what they were doing in Wuhan and what was going to happen in Chongqing as concisely as possible.
Mr. Sato warned Takashi in advance, "The situation is always changing, because people's hearts are always changing. People's hearts are the most difficult thing to explain clearly! So, let's say it as simply as possible."
The report of Eagle Division can be summarized as follows: First, Mr. Wang Jingwei advocates peace between China and Japan. His recent speeches in public have shown this point. Second, Mr. Wang has a high reputation in the country.
Whether in the government or the army. Third, many generals in the army have privately expressed their support to Mr. Wang, mainly to Mr. Wang’s staff, that they support Mr. Wang’s concept of peace. Fourth
, how to promote people in the government and the military to reunite around Mr. Wang, this is an issue they are considering, etc.
Ying Si said: "In recent days, Mr. Wang may send Gao Zongwu to Shanghai secretly to discuss his peace plan."
Mr. Sato said: "Since it is a secret discussion, we must find a suitable place, what do you think?"
Ambassador Shigeru Kawago said: "I am willing to receive him in the Consulate General."
Takashi shook his head and said, "Mr. Kawayue, you have the eyes and ears of Chinese people, so it's inappropriate!"
Minister Fujii said: "Wouldn't it be enough to let him stay at the International Hotel and we meet with them secretly?"
Takashi didn't dare to deny what he said, so he had to look back at Mr. Sato.
Mr. Sato said: "Mr. Minister, the people there are quite mixed. Not to mention the number of guests staying there, it's just the waiters and receptionists who make people worry."
At this time, Takahashi, who had been silent, said: "I have a suggestion, but I don't know if it is feasible. Mr. Doihara has a house in Shanghai called Chongguangtang, which is his secret agency. The people there are very reliable!"
Mr. Sato first nodded to him. Later, Commander Matsui and Ambassador Shigeru Kawagata also nodded to him.
So, the issue was settled.
The next thing to discuss is who will come forward to negotiate with Gao Zongwu, and what to talk about!
Minister Fujii firmly insisted that the content of the negotiations must be completely in line with Japan's interests! China must agree to Japan's troop garrison! Manchukuo should be recognized! Economically, Japan's priority must be recognized! Other foreign troops must withdraw from China! etc.
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Mr. Sato remained calm. He was very dissatisfied! Such extreme conditions could easily push the Chinese people onto the path of anti-Japanese! But he refused to say anything and just watched coldly.
Unexpectedly, both Commander Matsui and Ambassador Shigeru Kawagata agreed with Minister Fujii’s opinion. As a result, he was even more reluctant to speak out!
The third item of the meeting surprised Mr. Sato and Takaji. It was actually about the war in Shaanxi!
Commander Matsui said proudly: "Sato-kun, this is my suggestion. A peace agreement must be negotiated, but military means must also keep up! I think there are three ways to completely overthrow the Chongqing government! First, through the Yangtze River
Water route, directly capture Chongqing! Second, go north through Yunnan, you can enter Sichuan! Third, cross the Yellow River from Shanxi into Shaanxi, go south to Sichuan, you can also capture Chongqing! Of these three routes, the third method is the most feasible! This
I have already reported the plan to the Army General Staff Headquarters, and they are conducting in-depth research!"
Mr. Sato was surprised. Why should military operations be discussed at this meeting?
But he didn't want to raise the question, but waited for them to continue talking.
At this time, Minister Fujii said: "I have recently received information that the domestic anti-war forces have recently paid attention to Shaanxi! It means that Shaanxi is a key. I specially exchanged opinions with Commander Matsui about this." He extended his message to Commander Matsui.
Take action.
Commander Matsui said: "The General Staff Headquarters will make appropriate decisions on the army's operations in Shaanxi. But in terms of intelligence, I suggest that Mr. Takashi also go to Shaanxi to strengthen the intelligence work there and assist the army's operations! Strive to cross the Yellow River as soon as possible.
Take Chongqing! That’s what I think!”
Only then did Mr. Sato understand that the purpose of discussing the Shaanxi issue was here!
He turned around and saw Takaji with a stunned look on his face, looking at the people at the table inexplicably.
3-28
During the break in the meeting, Takaji and Takahashi stood in front of the window in the corridor, talking in low voices.
"Sir, I really don't understand. I'm working hard for your 'barrel plan'. Why should I go to Shaanxi? Is it necessary? Even if there is combat there, it's not a big deal!" Tingji said very unhappily.
Said in a low voice.
But Takahashi had a sly smile on his face, looking at him with deep meaning, as if to say, can't you understand?
Takashi also noticed the expression on Takahashi's face and realized that he seemed to have something more important to say!
"Sir, is there anything else I don't know? Please tell me clearly!" he said, glaring at Takahashi.
"Takaji-kun, please think about it," Takahashi's tone was quite gentle, which usually indicates that his words are important!
"Ying Sijun, please think carefully. The anti-war forces in our country have noticed Shaanxi. Could it be that the Chinese people have not noticed it? That is the key point! I believe they must have noticed it! They may take corresponding measures
Measures!”
"So what if they notice! The Imperial Army is still invincible!" Takashi was deliberately so stubborn!
"Takaji-kun, I have a strange feeling. I wonder if you have it."
"Please tell me, what does it feel like?"
"What's the biggest threat to us right now?"
"What is it? I can't see it!" Takashi said angrily.
"It is the cooperation between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party! We are not worried about the National Army! But we are worried about the Communist Army! Do you understand their purpose? To go behind enemy lines! Come behind us! Contain us! Drag us down! This is what I am most worried about.
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"You mean to destroy their cooperation between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party!"
"Ying Sijun, you are right! The person in charge of the Shaanxi Station of the Military Command Bureau is named Hou Zhenglun. He is an extremely communist-hating person! Ying Si, this is your chance!"
"What else?" Takashi asked in surprise.
"In addition, the top brass of China's military will definitely see the importance of Shaanxi! Which army they send to defend the Yellow River is a military matter and we don't have to worry about it. I judge that they will definitely send them to Shaanxi.
agents! Think about it, who will they send?"
Takashi couldn't help but open his mouth, looking at Takahashi in shock, he couldn't believe what he said!
"You mean that people like Chen Zifeng may also go to Shaanxi!"
Takahashi smiled proudly, as if he finally understood how precious the gem in his hand was!
"Ying Sijun, you are really smart! If I were the head of the Military Command Bureau, and I was that Dai, I would send the best agents to Shaanxi! Ninety-nine times out of ten, it would be those people like Chen Zifeng! Ying Sijun, this is also the case
Your opportunity! I hope you don’t miss this opportunity!”
When Yingji thought about the serious damage that Chen Zifeng and his group had caused to him, and even brought his reputation into disrepute! He couldn't bear to eat, and even suffered from pain! He wanted to kill him quickly! He immediately puffed up his chest!
He stared at Takahashi with a ferocious face, gritted his teeth and said, "Sir, I understand! I know what to do! As long as they go to Shaanxi! I will never let them go!"
Takahashi nodded and smiled, "Shaanxi!"
Ying Si looked ferocious: "Shaanxi!" He paused briefly and added: "Chen Zifeng! And that Xiao Ancheng!"
Takahashi's eyes also became gloomy, "Destroy them!"
Yingji gritted his teeth and said: "Sir, I will definitely destroy them!"
3-29
Takahashi is a veteran agent, rich in experience, thoughtful and far-sighted!
He predicted that Chen Zifeng and others would go to Shaanxi without any warning. This is not something ordinary agents can do! It is the result of a long-term agent career!
At this time, Chen Zifeng, Xiao Ancheng and others who were far away in Chongqing, although they were smart, capable, and even aware of the subtleties, their experience as agents had not yet been honed to the point of perfection! They did not have such a profound foresight!
They are all anxious about the task before them! As agents, there is no problem in completing the tasks assigned to them by their superiors! This is their duty!
However, if this mission contains situations that are unfavorable to them and they are aware of it, that is another matter! They don’t want to be stuffed with stuffing!?