Spy Wars: I am the Captain of the Military Police

The sound of cicadas drifted into the house through the open window, adding a bit of irritation to this sultry summer afternoon.

The corners of Dahui Zhishu's mouth slightly raised, revealing a confident and slightly cunning smile, and his tone was full of certainty: "Haha, of course. The attitude we are releasing to the outside world now is to respond hastily.

Look at the current situation. All support troops are urgently recruited from the mainland and the Kwantung Army and rush to China.

Such an arrangement is nothing more than to show the outside world that our Great Japanese Empire was forced to take action against China out of helplessness. "

At this point, he paused slightly, looked around, a smug look appeared on his face, and continued: "However, in fact, the top leaders of the empire have coveted the vast land of China for many years and have been planning for a long time.

Each of these strategic actions is closely linked to this sophisticated plan."

At this point, Dahui Zhishu straightened his body slightly, his eyes full of excitement and anticipation, and raised his voice and said, "Master Yingqi, just wait and see. The military will soon have a series of amazing measures that will surely shock the world!"

"Oh? A surprising move?" Zhou Zhengqing's eyes suddenly lit up, and he leaned forward slightly, his face full of interest. "Is there any major action?"

Daihui Naoki felt a chill in his heart and secretly cursed himself for being so quick-witted, thinking that he shouldn't have revealed too much.

But the words were already out, and he wanted to take them back but was unwilling to do so, so he had to force himself to remain calm and laughed dryly: "Well... after all, this operation has not been officially launched yet, many details are still being prepared, and there are still many unknowns.

But I have always had faith in the Empire's ability to act." After saying this, he forced a smile to try to hide his inner panic.

"Is it inconvenient to disclose?" Zhou Zhengqing curled his lips slightly, looking a little disappointed, but his eyes were still burning with curiosity. He turned his gaze to Itagaki Seishirō, his eyes full of curiosity, and asked, "Does Itagaki know the details?"

Seeing this, Dahui Zhishu couldn't help but secretly complain in his heart, "You are such a scoundrel! I said it was inconvenient to disclose it, but you still kept asking!"

But he had to keep a straight face. Besides feeling embarrassed, he was also annoyed at himself for not being able to control his talkative habit. Now the situation was getting out of control.

Rensuke Isogai and Hisao Tani, who were standing by, looked at each other with helplessness and resentment in their eyes. They both secretly blamed Daihui Naoki for speaking too quickly and making the situation so awkward.

Itagaki Seishirō did not speak immediately, but just looked out the window, as if thinking about something.

Isogai Lianjie and Tani Hisao on the side exchanged a meaningful look, both with an indescribable complex expression on their faces, as if to say: "This has stirred up a hornet's nest."

Zhou Zhengqing noticed the subtle changes in the air and became even more curious. What kind of action could make these battle-hardened veterans so secretive?

He muttered to himself, "Peking and Tianjin have already been occupied by the Empire. What major actions can be taken in the current situation? It's so mysterious that it's worth keeping your mouth shut."

"No, no, no, General Takazaki." Itagaki Seishirō suddenly spoke up, breaking the brief silence, and said in a serious tone: "The incident did not happen on the battlefield in North China."

Zhou Zhengqing was startled, and just as he was about to continue asking for details, Jingren beside him suddenly spoke up, with a hint of probing in his tone: "The action you are talking about, could it be that the Empire is preparing to open up a battlefield in Central China?

Is the Empire planning a landing operation on Shanghai?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Dahui Zhishu and others all showed surprised expressions and turned their eyes to Jingren.

Zhou Zhengqing also subconsciously turned his head to look at Jingren and blurted out: "Prince, do you also know that the Empire is going to take action against Shanghai?"

Before he finished speaking, Dahui Naoki and the others turned their heads as if they had received the same signal, and looked at Zhou Zhengqing in unison.

Prince, you also know???

I know that too!

also!!!

That is to say...

Then why should we keep it a secret?

The military department is a shabby building. It’s leaking everywhere, and yet you ask others to keep it secret!

In an instant, the entire office was so quiet that one could hear each other's breathing, the slight ticking of the wall clock, and the chirping of cicadas outside the window.

Everyone was waiting for the next conversation, and the air was filled with a mixture of tension and anticipation.

. . . . . . . . . .

On a summer afternoon, the sunlight shines through the tall sycamore tree in front of the gendarmerie headquarters, casting mottled shadows on the ground.

Zhou Zhengqing, wearing a neat uniform of a major general of the Imperial Army, with the gold thread on his shoulder straps glittering in the sun, personally escorted the group to the entrance of the headquarters.

He slowly opened his mouth and said, "Everyone, after we part today, I believe everyone knows that you are about to go to the battlefield filled with blood and gunpowder.

You are all my predecessors and the most admirable warriors in the empire.

I am here with the highest respect, and sincerely wish you all good luck in military affairs! "

After saying that, Zhou Zhengqing bowed slightly to the few people.

Upon seeing this, Daihui Zhishu and the others immediately straightened their bodies at the same time, bent down with serious and solemn expressions, and returned the greeting with a standard 90-degree bow.

Their movements were in perfect unison, as if they had been carefully rehearsed. However, behind this was more of a natural expression of their respect for Zhou Zhengqing, a descendant of the empire's top nobility.

After Dahui Naoki stood up, his eyes were shining with a fiery light, and his smile was full of determination and confidence. He smiled and said, "Master Yingqi, you must also work hard.

Don't forget what I said at the beginning. The current situation is a great opportunity for the rise of an empire.

We, born as subjects of the empire, are blessed by the empire and blessed by the emperor. Naturally, we must devote ourselves to the empire and be loyal to the emperor.

And you, Master Yingqi, you are of noble status and outstanding talent, you should ride the wind in this chaotic world and become the backbone of the empire. "

His voice echoed in the air, and every word was full of power, as if he had seen the glorious future of the empire after this war.

. . . . . . . .

After watching several people get on the car and leave, Zhou Zhengqing turned around, the smile on his face faded, and his eyes became deep and silent.

On the way back, I kept thinking about the conversation I had with Daihui Naoki and others in the office.

"Takazaki-kun, do you have any ideas?"

Jingren, who was walking back with Zhou Zhengqing, suddenly asked.

"Oh, what do you want to ask?" Zhou Zhengqing woke up from his memories, turned around and asked with a smile.

"You seemed to be very concerned about the Empire's actions in Shanghai before, and you asked a lot of questions. Are you thinking about getting involved?" Jingren tilted his head and looked at Zhou Zhengqing and asked.

Zhou Zhengqing was slightly startled, then a meaningful smile appeared on his lips, and he asked back: "Jingren, this is just a long-term chess game concerning the empire. As a soldier of the empire, I am naturally concerned about the direction of every battle.

Is there anything wrong with this?"

Prince Jingren listened, tilted his head slightly, and an elusive light flashed in his narrow eyes. He chuckled and said, "Takasaki-kun, you don't have to hide in front of me.

You and I both know that your concern for Shanghai is not just out of loyalty to the empire.

Are you also thinking about making a big splash on the battlefield in Shanghai?

You may be more concerned about that sum of US dollars!"

Zhou Zhengqing was silent for a moment, looking into the distance, as if he saw the land of Shanghai that was about to become a battlefield through the layers of heat waves, and slowly said: "Jingren, Shanghai is an important stronghold of the empire in China, and its strategic significance is self-evident.

If we can establish meritorious service on the battlefield in Shanghai, we will naturally be able to contribute to the glory of the empire. Isn't this what every imperial soldier pursues?

As for the US dollars, haha, that must be mine! No one can touch my things!"

Prince Jingren clapped his hands lightly, as if to express his agreement with Zhou Zhengqing's words: "Takasaki-kun, your idea is not wrong.

But don't think there is no risk involved.

Shanghai is China's economic center, and the Chinese army will definitely fight to the death. Moreover, the international situation behind this is also very complicated, and no one knows what will happen next. "

Zhou Zhengqing turned around and looked at Prince Jingren with a firm gaze: "Prince, risks do exist, but as an imperial soldier, how can you be afraid of risks?

Moreover, with the strong military force of the empire as our backing, coupled with our careful planning, I believe that we will win this battle!"

Prince Jingren frowned slightly, as if thinking about something. After a moment, he gently patted Zhou Zhengqing on the shoulder and said, "Takasaki-kun, your courage and determination are worthy of praise.

But some things cannot be solved by courage alone.

I will send a telegram to my brother to ask about this. Please wait patiently for my news and then make your own plans."

Zhou Zhengqing nodded silently and said nothing more.

He knew in his heart that Jingren was hinting to him that this matter was of great importance and it was not the time for him to act rashly.