My years of espionage

Chapter 2016 Shameless

"The first demand is that the Nationalist government require Japan to publicly recognize 'China's sole legitimate government'," Cheng Qianfan analyzed. "Judging from Ishihara Hirohiro's reaction, Japan should be willing to discuss this demand to some extent."

After a pause, he added, "Ishihara Hirohiro didn't say it explicitly, but the information he conveyed was that there are some friendly people within the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs who support our demands, while of course there are also opposing opinions."

Chu Mingyu nodded upon hearing this, "For us, it means gaining more support."

"Our second request is for Japan to provide rice relief, but we are afraid that Japan will find it very difficult to meet this request," Cheng Qianfan said. "In the words of Hirohiro Ishihara, the biggest difficulty lies with the Japanese military. The military believes that it is already facing a shortage of military food supplies, and it is unlikely that it will have the capacity to support the Nationalist government."

……

"As for the third demand," Cheng Qianfan said, his expression turning serious. "The Japanese side is likely extremely wary of the Nationalist government arming them, so getting them to provide weapons and equipment will probably be very difficult."

“Ishihara Hirohiro was furious,” Cheng Qianfan said. “His exact words were, ‘With the Great Japanese Empire protecting the National Government, what does the National Government need so many weapons and equipment for?’”

Cheng Qianfan paused, glancing at Chu Mingyu's grim face, before continuing, "If Ishihara Hirohiro was very angry about the third demand, he was furious about the National Government's fourth demand. He even directly denounced it, saying that the National Government was ungrateful..."

Cheng Qianfan said this and then shut his mouth.

……

"Go on, keep going," Chu Mingyu said.

"That's all, that's all," Cheng Qianfan said.

Chu Mingyu glanced at Cheng Qianfan, but did not press the matter further. He could guess that the Japanese must have said a lot of unpleasant things, or even insulted Mr. Wang, which was why Cheng Qianfan was still unable to speak.

"Therefore, in my opinion, judging from Hirohiro Ishihara's reaction, the first demand is negotiable, the second demand, which asks the Japanese side to be generous, is quite difficult, the third demand is extremely difficult for the Japanese side to agree to, and the fourth demand can only be described as extremely angry."

"Moreover, judging from Hirohiro Ishihara's attitude," Cheng Qianfan said with a serious expression tinged with anger, "even in negotiations, the Japanese side may make demands, and it's foreseeable that they will make some extremely unreasonable demands."

……

“I don’t think we should be afraid of demands,” Liu Xia said from the side. “We shouldn’t be afraid of the Japanese making demands. The fact that they are willing to make demands shows that the Japanese side is willing to discuss some of their demands, which I think is a good thing.”

“Secretary Liu is right.” Chu Mingyu nodded slightly and said to the two of them, “When it comes to negotiation, it’s natural to ask for the sky and then negotiate on the spot.”

As he spoke, he gave Cheng Qianfan an approving look and said, "Well done. As long as the Japanese are willing to talk, everything is negotiable."

As he spoke, Chu Mingyu sighed, "The country is weak, and Mr. Wang carries the hopes of the nation and the people. Although it is a difficult journey, any progress or advancement is a big step forward for China and a victory worth looking forward to and celebrating for the people."

"Uncle Chu is absolutely right." Cheng Qianfan's eyes shone with excitement as he said, "When Mr. Wang visited Japan, the Japanese Foreign Minister personally greeted him, and the welcoming crowd was very enthusiastic. This is enough to show that the Japanese side still attaches great importance to Mr. Wang and the National Government."

“Yes.” Chu Mingyu nodded slightly. “The National Government is Japan’s most important ally in East Asia. In the Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere proposed by Japan, the National Government is the most significant ally. All of these are the advantages of the National Government. The Japanese cannot ignore Mr. Wang’s and the National Government’s demands.”

“That’s right.” Cheng Qianfan nodded in deep agreement.

"The Secretary-General is absolutely right," Liu Xia said with a happy smile.

……

“Secretary-General,” she said, looking at Chu Mingyu, “I heard that the Japanese Emperor has already decided to meet with Mr. Wang. This is great news, and it is enough to show how much the Japanese side values ​​Mr. Wang.”

“It was a meeting,” Cheng Qianfan corrected Liu Xia’s wording. “Sister Xia, it was Emperor Tenji of Japan who, at the request of the National Government, met with Mr. Wang to discuss matters of state between the two countries.”

"I misspoke, no, it's a consultation, a consultation," Liu Xia quickly said. She glanced at Cheng Qianfan, smiling on the surface, but inwardly she was cursing him to death.

Dog traitor!
She felt a little disappointed. She had hoped to get the exact time of Wang Tianhai's meeting with the Japanese Emperor from Chu Mingyu, but she didn't expect Chu Mingyu to be so tight-lipped.

……

The next day.

Wang Tianhai visited the Meiji Shrine in Japan.

Wang Tianhai, dressed in a Japanese formal suit, bowed and offered chrysanthemums to Meiji Shrine, and delivered a national address, declaring that "China and Japan share the same language and culture."

Tokyo Broadcasting broadcast Wang Jingwei's speech on land reclamation to the Japanese-occupied areas, and the Wang Jingwei regime and the Japanese side forced the Chinese people to listen to Chairman Wang's important speech.

"China and Japan are separated only by a strip of water, and share the same language and culture. China's peace and hope are tied to the friendship between China and Japan."

"At this time of international turmoil, China is facing a major transformation in East Asia. The foundation for China's development lies in Sino-Japanese friendship. With friendly nations by its side, China can avoid being bullied and humiliated by Western powers, and only then will China have the opportunity to stand up and develop..."

clack.

Bai Ruolan got up and turned off the radio.

"So, Qianfan is in Tokyo, Japan now?" Bai Ruolan asked, looking at Li Hao.

“It’s very likely.” Li Hao nodded. “Fan was suddenly picked up by Secretary Liu from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The feedback from Nanjing is that Secretary Liu is not in Nanjing now either. If Mr. Wang visits Japan, Minister Chu will definitely accompany him.”

“Both Brother Fan and Secretary Liu are highly valued by Minister Chu, so it’s highly likely they will accompany him on his visit to Japan,” Li Hao said.

“No wonder you left in such a hurry.” Bai Ruolan nodded. “Accompanying Mr. Wang on his visit to Japan is a great thing, but also a major secret. It is indeed not appropriate to inform him in advance.”

"Now you can rest assured, sister-in-law," Zhou Ru said to Bai Ruolan with a smile.

“It’s all his fault for leaving in such a hurry. He said he would send a telegram or make a phone call when he got to Nanjing, but we haven’t received one yet,” Bai Ruolan sighed. “How could I not worry?”

“Now that’s good, it’s highly likely that Brother Fan is in Tokyo. He’s accompanying Mr. Wang on his visit to Japan, which is enough to show how much Mr. Wang and Minister Chu value Brother Fan,” Zhou Ru said. “Just watch, when Brother Fan comes back from Tokyo, he will definitely be given even more important responsibilities.”

“I don’t expect him to become a high-ranking official or a nobleman,” Bai Ruolan shook her head and said. “I just hope he’s safe and sound and can spend more time with me and the children.”

"You said you weren't expecting anything, but you've already been promoted to high office and made a name for yourself," Zhou Ru joked.

"You little devil, Xiaoru, you even dare to tease your sister-in-law." Bai Ruolan pinched Zhou Ru's round face. "You little rascal."

……

Zhou Ru went out to buy groceries, and Li Hao drove her there. The two talked secretly in the car.

"How likely do you think Fan is in Tokyo?" Li Hao asked his wife.

“Most likely,” Zhou Ru said. “Brother Fan is fluent in Japanese, and most importantly, the Japanese also greatly admire Brother Fan in the eyes of the Wang family and Chu Mingyu. Moreover, Brother Fan is regarded as a confidant by Chu Mingyu. Considering all these factors, it makes perfect sense that Chu Mingyu brought Brother Fan with the Wang family on their visit to Japan.”

"What about Chongqing? Should we report to Chongqing?" Li Hao asked after thinking for a moment.

“I don’t think it’s necessary,” Zhou Ru said after careful consideration. “After all, this is just our speculation. If we guess wrong, it will cause big problems. Let’s wait until Brother Fan comes back before we talk about anything else.”

"Okay." Li Hao thought about it carefully and nodded.

As his wife said, it was just speculation, and there was no evidence to confirm it. It was best to be cautious about such intelligence, especially intelligence involving the Wang family.

……

Spring Breeze Pavilion.

Old Huang treated Lu Dazhang to noodles.

"So, he's in Tokyo now?" Lu Dazhang asked Lao Huang as he slurped down a mouthful of noodles.

"It's highly likely," Lao Huang said. "On that day, Liu Xia from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Nanjing personally led a group to pick up Director Cheng, and Director Cheng went directly to Nanjing without even going home. Apart from the fact that it involved Mr. Wang's visit to Japan, which is an absolutely confidential state affair, there is probably no other possibility."

"It seems that Brother Cheng is indeed highly regarded by Nanjing," Lu Dazhang exclaimed. "To be fortunate enough to be part of Mr. Wang's delegation to Japan, Brother Cheng's future is limitless after he returns from Tokyo."

"Envious, aren't you?" Old Huang looked at Lu Dazhang and asked with a smile.

“You can’t get what you want just by envying him.” Lu Dazhang shook his head and said, “Brother Cheng is quite capable, fluent in Japanese, and extremely loyal to Mr. Wang. With Minister Chu’s support, such opportunities are not something that ordinary people can envy.”

He said to Lao Huang, "Besides, Brother Cheng has always been loyal and sincere to his friends. It's a cause for celebration for both of us that Brother Cheng has been promoted and made a fortune."

"Absolutely right, absolutely right," Old Huang nodded repeatedly and said with a smile.

Just then, faint footsteps could be heard fading away outside the door.

"Gone?" Old Huang mouthed to Lu Dazhang.

"It should be." Lu Dazhang nodded, pointed towards the door, and said in a low voice, "I'll go to the restroom in a few minutes and take the opportunity to check."

“Okay.” Old Huang nodded. Although the person outside the door walked very lightly and tried his best to conceal it, he still noticed that there was someone outside from the beginning, so he was extra careful when he spoke.

……

A few minutes later, Lu Dazhang went to the restroom. When he returned, he nodded to Lao Huang and whispered, "The person is gone."

"It's good that you're gone," Old Huang said. "We should be extra careful and vigilant when we meet and talk in the future."

"The problem now is, why is someone following and eavesdropping?" Old Huang took the cigarette Lu Dazhang handed him, lit it, took a deep drag, and said, "Moreover, we need to find out immediately whether this person is following me or tracking you."

Lu Dazhang understood Lao Huang's concerns. Who were the eavesdroppers outside targeting? What were their motives? These were crucial pieces of information.

“Your work and life are quite simple. Besides, you’re just a medical officer, not someone of much value. Aside from the possibility of exposure, it’s unlikely they’re targeting you,” Lu Dazhang said thoughtfully. “It’s probably because of the police station.”

……

"Have you run into your match?" Old Huang asked.

“Zhao Rui, the deputy head of the intelligence section, I don’t know why he suddenly started targeting me in every way,” Lu Dazhang said. “It’s possible that Zhao Rui arranged for someone to secretly follow me.”

“If this person comes to eavesdrop again, or follows us,” Old Huang pondered, then said to Lu Dazhang, “I suggest you find an opportunity to arrest him and interrogate him.”

"You mean, arrest him directly on the pretext of suspecting him of wrongdoing?" Lu Dazhang asked Lao Huang.

“That makes perfect sense.” Old Huang nodded. “Since you and Zhao Rui are openly at odds, it’s understandable that you discovered you were being followed, assumed Zhao Rui was targeting you, and then flew into a rage and arrested him.”

“Okay.” Lu Dazhang thought for a moment and said, “Simple and direct is actually the most suitable.”

He gave Lao Huang a thumbs up, "You're truly worthy of being called Lao Huang."

……

Tokyo.

“When will this end!” Liu Xia said angrily. “This is not a visit to Japan, it’s like we’re being detained in a hotel.”

She had planned to go shopping today, but was stopped again by agents from the Special Higher Police.

The Special Higher Police even explicitly warned him that if he made any further unusual moves to go out, they would arrest him immediately.

This infuriated Liu Xia, but she couldn't and dared not vent her anger on the Japanese, so she could only sulk at Cheng Qianfan's place.

“Sister Xia, it’s no use getting angry at me.” Cheng Qianfan said with a wry smile, “The Japanese are now treating us like thieves. Even for important diplomatic events like Mr. Wang’s visit to Meiji Shrine, we, as the most trusted people of the Secretary-General, were not allowed to be of the same sex. This alone is enough to explain a lot of problems.”

As he spoke, he suddenly opened the door to make sure no one was eavesdropping before closing it and walking over to Liu Xia, saying, "Besides, it's good that we're not allowed to go out. It's rare to have so much time to rest properly, especially in Tokyo. This kind of treatment is something you can only dream of."

"You have a good temper, but I don't have as good a temper as you," Liu Xia said with a cold snort.

Liu Xia was clearly quite dissatisfied that Cheng Qianfan had not shown any solidarity with her.

……

"Sister Xia, do you really want to go out?" Cheng Qianfan handed Liu Xia a cigarette and said, "Is something wrong? Do you need my help?"

"Nothing much, it's just that I've come all this way to Tokyo, and I just wanted to do some sightseeing," Liu Xia said to Cheng Qianfan.

“You know me, don’t you?” she said to Cheng Qianfan. “Back in Shanghai, I loved shopping the most. Your wife and I were shopping buddies, you know that.”

“This is Tokyo, not Shanghai,” Cheng Qianfan said, shaking his head.

Just then, there was a knock on the door.

Chu Mingyu entered the room, glanced around, and saw that both of them were there. He nodded.

"File this document," Chu Mingyu said to the two.

“It’s the Secretary-General,” Liu Xia said quickly as she took the file bag.

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