The charm of spy wars lies in the tricks of life

Chapter 54: No Flower Lasts Forever

Wen Xiansi pondered for a moment and shook his head: "I don't know, please let the director know."

"There's nothing left of my family, not even an envelope, not even a photo, not even a single word. It seems heartless, but in fact, it's really affectionate.

“A loving person can be strict with himself and make no mistakes for the sake of the one he cares about.

"He was afraid that his family would be implicated if something happened, so he didn't keep any record of their deeds.

"What a sentimental person!"

Wen Xiansi: "Chen Cha is torturing him, but I'm afraid it won't produce any results. Why don't I take over?"

Zhou Lisheng's face turned serious. "Why, I asked you to investigate Chen Da's identity information, but you didn't find any clues?"

Wen Xiansi's expression flashed with helplessness, and he said stubbornly, "Chen Da, your identity information, birthplace, and resume are all fake. There is no useful information at all.

"I have failed to perform my duties properly. Please punish me, Director."

Zhou Lisheng stared at the wall, his expression unchanged: "Xiansi, regarding our relationship, please stop talking about punishment.

"Among the section chiefs, I trust you the most, and you are also the most capable among them.

“It’s just that some things can be considered from two sides.

“You need to have an open mind, not be too conventional, not just see one point, but consider multiple perspectives.

"All information is false, but it is also a kind of information. Think about it carefully." Zhou Lisheng said this and started walking out.

Wen Xiansi followed behind, his brows furrowed slightly before slowly relaxing: "Director, what you mean is that since all the information is false, then we should focus on the source of the false information.

"Instead of using the information from the Registration Department."

Zhou Lisheng looked at the moon, which was even rounder than last night's. "You are the captain of the Fifth Brigade, and I will give you the command of the Third Brigade. This way you can mobilize the two hundred agents in the bureau.

"We're going to investigate with all our might, starting with the counterfeit ID card printing and membership card making. This includes everyone who forges identities. We're going to investigate all of Shanghai."

"The day after tomorrow morning, I want to see information about Chen Da's true identity."

Wen Xiansi nodded: "Yes, Director."

Zhou Lisheng continued, "Now I have the power to mobilize the entire Shanghai police force. If I encounter any problems, I can directly call on them.

"I don't care about the process, I only care about the result. I don't care about casualties. Do you understand?"

Wen Xiansi stood at attention and saluted: "I will complete the mission, no matter the cost. If I fail, I will bring my head to you."

There are twinkling stars beside the bright moon.

Today is the eleventh day of the second lunar month. Zhou Lisheng looked at the almost full moon with a wolf-like greedy look, deep and resolute.

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night,
It was raining in Nanjing, with occasional lightning and thunder.

The pitch-black night, the golden snake lightning, the sound of the rain, reflected a small French-style building.

In the courtyard, beside the rockery, in the corridor, and under the sycamore tree, helmets and bayonets flashed coldly.

The chairman's residence was heavily guarded.

There is a room on the second floor, with two large windows casting two rays of dim yellow light in the dark night.

Nine minutes to ten.

The chairman was dressed in military uniform, with a thin and straight figure. He stood with his hands behind his back, gazing at the map of China that covered the wall.

Like a pale iron nail, he stood motionless in front of the map, lost in thought.

"Laying mines, regarding the German-equipped division, has Li Linsi received any good news?" The chairman's voice was low and powerful.

Chen Burei, a fellow townsman of the Chairman, managed all important documents.

Almost every two days, the Chairman would be concerned about the equipment and training issues of the German-equipped divisions.

"The situation is similar to the day before yesterday. Implementing the plan for 60 German-equipped divisions requires time. Mr. Li said it would take at least three more years to complete." Chen Bulei said gently. "Yes, but according to Yunong's intelligence analysis, Japan won't give us that much time." The chairman's face was calm.

Dai Li, who was sitting on a chair nearby, said: "Committee Chairman, your health is important. If you continue like this, you will fall ill before the Japanese dogs arrive."

Chen Cheng, sitting on the other chair, said: "Based on Yunong's previous intelligence, there is a significant gap between our army and the Japanese army. This war will definitely be a protracted one. Chairman, you should take care of your health."

Chairman: "Yes, the German-equipped division plan has been implemented since 1933. Up to now, there are only four divisions that are truly fully equipped.

"The Japanese army's training is almost complete, and we are about to face a brutal war.

“Last year, I learned from Yunong’s intelligence that Japan was well-equipped and had powerful soldiers.

"If a full-scale war breaks out, we will not engage in a full-scale war with the Japanese army in North China.

"That could allow the Japanese army to completely overthrow our territory from north to south.

"If the Japanese army launches a full-scale war and is lured to Shanghai, even if our party is defeated, we can spread the war westward.

"The western region is vast and easy to defend but difficult to attack. It will be difficult for the Japanese army to support it, and the enemy will find it increasingly difficult to defeat them."

The chairman seemed to have thought of something and stopped talking at this point.

Chen Cheng: "Chairman, send the most elite German-equipped divisions: Song Xilian's 36th Division, Wang Jingjiu's 87th Division, and Sun Yuanliang's 88th Division.

"And the 8th and 10th Artillery Regiments.

"Is it to Zhang Zhizhong to secretly deploy defenses on the Sufu and Xicheng lines north of Shanghai in order to prevent the Japanese army from advancing northward and joining forces with the Japanese army in the Northeast?"

The chairman nodded: "Yes, but the intelligence analysis that Yunong brought today is too different from that of the Japanese army.

“The beginning of a war is the most important thing.

"If the Japanese army attacks from their Shanghai military base, and we do not stop them, the situation will be very unfavorable and we may lose the support of the people.

"If everyone then believes that the Nationalist army is doomed to fail and the Japanese army is doomed to win, that would be troublesome."

Chen Danlei's face was filled with sorrow. "Yes, the warlords can't enforce discipline, and the people's hearts are hard to control. Chairman, you have the hardest time in this position."

Chen Cheng frowned. "Commissioner, are you suggesting that when the Japanese army marches into Shanghai, they intend to deploy their most elite German-equipped divisions: the 36th, 87th, and 88th?"

The chairman seemed to freeze, was silent for a while, and nodded.

"If that's the case, how will you control the warlords in the future? What if everything gets into chaos?" Chen Cheng's face turned serious.

The chairman turned around and said, "Don't worry, don't worry, it won't happen.

"I understand those people. The national situation is such that they cannot be petty when faced with such a major issue.

"If we don't get to the front, they won't move.

"No flower blooms forever, we must persevere for a hundred days in the Battle of Shanghai and crush the Japanese.

“General Chen, you should take a look at the intelligence Yunong brought today.

"When you see how strong the Japanese army is, you will understand.

"If we really don't take the lead and fight the first battle well, and lose the hearts of the people, I estimate that the entire China will be slowly eroded."

Chen Cheng picked up the intelligence brought by Dai Li, those pictures, those data, and his face turned pale with horror, until his clothes were completely soaked.

"The Japanese army, air force and navy are so powerful. How do we deal with them?" Chen Cheng asked.

"The students of Hangzhou Jianqiao Central Aviation School have mastered the skills and can defeat the Japanese Air Force." The chairman said in a low voice.

"Chairman, do you want the elites to sacrifice their lives to dampen the enemy's fighting spirit?" Chen Cheng even had tears in his eyes.

The chairman shifted his posture and walked back to the table without answering the question: "Let's discuss this matter later.

"No matter what, the battle in Shanghai is very important. Yunong, didn't you say you had something else to say?"

(End of this chapter)