Lost and Spy

Five thousand US dollars is definitely a huge sum of money in this era.

Even a family like the Busaizong family had to work very hard to finally gather the five thousand dollars.

And it is precisely for this reason that the Busaizong family's cash flow began to have problems.

However, Dudley thought all this was only temporary.

As long as we get through the current difficulties, everything will be back on track.

Dudley was convinced of this.

And just at this time, he received an invitation.

Colonel Charles, the highest military commander of the US military in Manila, invited a group of "celebrities" in Manila to attend a dinner hosted by him personally.

It was indeed a bit sudden because there were no signs before.

Of course, these celebrities in Manila were ecstatic to receive the invitation from the Emperor of Manila.

This is a good opportunity to get close to and please the Emperor of Manila.

Who would be crazy enough to turn down an invitation like that?

The same is true of Dudley Buscezon.

Moreover, he made careful arrangements for this dinner and prepared a generous gift.

Since I can meet the colonel here, I must not go empty-handed.

In the evening, Dudley arrived at the banquet venue half an hour early.

Moreover, he met many familiar people here.

For example, Grayson, his old rival in politics, or even his mortal enemy.

Of course, although the two people were fighting openly and secretly, they both behaved very politely on the surface.

The two people greeted each other politely.

"Mr. Dudley, have you also received an invitation from Colonel Charles? Would you like to smoke?" Grayson handed over a cigarette attentively.

hypocritical!

Dudley cursed inwardly, but still thanked him, took the cigarette, and took out his lighter to light it for the other party before lighting his own: "Yes, Mr. Grayson, Colonel Charles also invited me. Do you know what kind of dinner this is?"

"I don't know." Grayson shrugged. "Although it's a bit abrupt, I believe there must be a purpose."

"Yeah yeah."

The two people spoke to each other perfunctorily.

At this time, more and more guests came.

An American captain appeared.

All the guests came over at once.

"Dear guests." The captain cleared his throat and said, "Please follow me."

Everyone followed the Captain.

They came to a large banquet hall.

The dinner had already been prepared, just some very simple snacks and some Coca-Cola.

Although it's simple, the guests who come here don't care.

What kind of delicious food have these people not eaten?

They don't come here just to eat.

"Colonel Charles is here!"

Following this voice, a young American colonel appeared.

Charles Mun!

Meng Shaoyuan!
The scene immediately burst into warm applause.

Meng Shaoyuan smiled and waved to them.

“Thank you all for coming.”

When the applause died down, Meng Shaoyuan said, "I have always wanted to prepare a dinner like this to have a good exchange with all my friends in Manila. Ah, everyone, please feel free to eat."

As he spoke, he picked up a biscuit and tasted it slowly.

Having dinner?

Every guest smiled bitterly in his heart.

Is this dinner?

Is this afternoon tea at best?
But since the colonel had eaten first, everyone ate a little symbolically.

"Everyone."

When Meng Shaoyuan spoke again, everyone immediately stopped what they were doing and pricked up their ears, afraid of missing a word:

"I know this dinner is not really a dinner, but every penny Americans spend comes from taxpayers, and we must not misuse funds. So I paid for this dinner out of my own pocket, but my salary is really limited, so I can only treat you to these. I am very ashamed, very ashamed."

As soon as he finished speaking, Grayson immediately said, "Colonel, you have nothing to be ashamed of. On the contrary, I admire your frugality and style."

A sycophant.

Dudley cursed inwardly.

But he also regretted that he did not speak first and missed an opportunity to please the colonel.

However, Grayson's words did not end:
"Colonel, I am really disturbed that you are hosting us on your meager salary. Please allow me to donate to you and the American troops in Manila who are protecting this city to establish a special fund under your full responsibility. In the future, any similar activities will be allocated from this fund."

"How can that be possible?" Meng Shaoyuan said calmly, "How can I take your money?"

"Why not?" Grayson said without hesitation: "The United States paid a huge price to liberate and protect this city. Now, it is precisely because of the presence of American soldiers that those damn Japanese beasts dare not harass us again.

Similarly, even American soldiers have families. When their wives and children come from afar to visit them, why can't we create a comfortable environment for them? Therefore, I think all this money should be allocated from the fund I proposed. I stick to my opinion, Colonel. "

"What an admirable gentleman." Meng Shaoyuan sighed deeply: "Since you insist so much, I will accept your kindness, Mr. Grayson. At the same time, I would like to express my gratitude to you on behalf of all American soldiers stationed in Manila. I propose that we applaud and salute the noble Mr. Grayson."

Under his leadership, applause soon broke out again.

Although everyone thought in their hearts that Grayson was a complete flatterer, they had to admit that this guy definitely won the favor of Colonel Charles.

Dudley in particular, it was hard to describe his current mood.

He was extremely jealous of any achievements made by his political opponents.

I can't just watch him steal my limelight.

However, the Busaizong family has just taken out 5,000 US dollars, and the cash flow is not optimistic.

"Colonel!"

At this time, Dudley made a decision.

"Ah, it's Mr. Dudley, welcome."

"Thank you, Colonel." Dudley said, "It is a great honor for me and the Busaizong family to receive your invitation, so I specially prepared some gifts for you."

"Oh, really?" Meng Shaoyuan smiled and said, "But I am an honest officer. I cannot accept any gifts."

Dudley seemed to have known what the colonel would say: "Of course, I admire your honest character, and I will not bribe you, but I believe that you will accept my gift!" (End of this chapter)