A Girl Traveling Through Troubled Times

Sha Yanyao heard this and said, "They did receive such a signal, and it might be a little later. They are planning to send me and other carefully selected comrades to Shanghai under false identities to hide in case of emergency."

"Ah? Really? But isn't there anyone in Shanghai? We need to send you there." Gui'er was very surprised. Are they really making preparations for war?

"It is said that the possibility of a Japanese attack is very high, so we must make preparations first. In fact, I have been here for such a long time this time because my superiors are considering it. Once the time is right and the arrangements are made, we may go to Shanghai."

Gui'er was overwhelmed with emotions after hearing this. Even though they had different positions, they were all Chinese. At this moment, they only had one enemy. Even if Sha Yanyao was a cold-blooded spy chief who would extort or kill without blinking an eye, it would be very dangerous for him to go to Shanghai and work behind enemy lines. Gui'er couldn't help but respect him.

"No wonder Brother stayed so long this time. I thought it was just because of Father's matter. But isn't that very dangerous? You have to take care of yourself."

Sha Yanyao touched Gui'er's head and said, "I will. I went there mainly to collect intelligence, but I'm temporarily working in Jiangcheng. When to go there depends on the order from my superiors."

Gui Er pretended to be indifferent and said, "In a small place like Jiangcheng, there shouldn't be anything that the committee needs to do."

"Yes, for example, whether there are any remarks that are detrimental to the government, or whether there are any foreign spies, or economic activities carried out by those rebel elements who want to undermine the government." As he said this, he glanced at Gui'er meaningfully.

"Oh, it's so complicated, brother. You've worked hard, but don't get too tired." Gui'er just pretended to be stupid.

Sha Yanyao smiled and said nothing.

After returning to the Marshal's Mansion, Gui'er was still a little uneasy. She felt that Sha Yanyao must have some clues and was following her to test her, but she didn't know how far he had found out.

At this time, Sha Yanxiao came back and saw her sitting alone on the sofa in the living room, neither reading nor listening to music. He smiled and asked, "What's wrong with you? What are you daydreaming about?"

At this time, the housekeeper came over and said, "Master and Miss, the meal is ready. Shall we eat now?"

Seeing so many servants around, Guier smiled and said, "Let's eat first and talk after we finish eating."

Sha Yanxiao also noticed that she was worried, but because of the presence of others, he nodded and said, "Okay."

After dinner, the two walked out of the yard and took a walk outside as usual.

At this time, when no one else was around, Gui'er finally said, "I asked our kitchen to make some shortbread and mailed it to Teacher Shen and Brother Xu. I just ran into Brother Xu when I came out of the post office. He asked me if I knew any classmates in Nanjing who were doing business, and if any of my goods were passing through Jiangcheng. I wonder if Brother Xu has already found out about this? He was doing black market stuff before. If he knew, would I be arrested and put in jail?"

Sha Yanxiao became nervous upon hearing this and quickly shook Gui'er's hand and asked, "So how did you answer him?"

Gui'er frowned and said, "I was also afraid that he would find out, so I didn't dare to admit it at all. I just said that there were indeed classmates in my family who were doing business, but I didn't know if they had any goods passing through Jiangcheng. Brother, am I right?"

Sha Yanxiao nodded and said, "Well, there's nothing wrong with what you said. I just wonder if Big Brother still has doubts. I think there was a letter in the biscuits you sent to Teacher Shen. What was written in it? Did it mention this matter?"

Gui'er shook her head. "I didn't dare mention it. I just explained that I've been working at the hospital lately. Also, my brother's family bought a few acres of land in our hometown and cultivated some crops. This is to have a way out if anything happens in the future. I also suggested that she do this."

Sha Yanxiao pondered for a moment and said, "Well, it doesn't look like there are any flaws. Even if Big Brother saw it, he wouldn't be able to find anything. But you should be more careful next time. I will also send people to keep a close watch on it."

Gui'er nodded. Noticing Sha Yanxiao's frown, she asked, "Brother, are you worried about something?"

"Today, my wife once again asked me for the actual management rights of the mine. I wonder what my eldest brother said to her because her tone was threatening."

"You mean Madam probably found out from Big Brother that he's investigating this, so she's using it as leverage to blackmail you." Gui'er said sadly, "It's all my fault that I've implicated you, Brother. What should I do?"

"I'm thinking of a solution, Gui'er, don't worry, I won't let anyone bully you." Sha Yanxiao said, holding Gui'er's little hand.

Gui'er knew that this matter was of great importance, so she told Manager Liu about it as soon as she arrived at the hospital the next day. Manager Liu did not dare to neglect it and immediately sent a signal to call Song Xichen over.

Song Xichen arrived soon. After listening to Gui'er and Manager Liu's stories, he tapped his fingertips lightly on the table, his brows knitted into a knot. "Since Sha Yanyao has become suspicious, and his wife is holding onto the mine matter to threaten us, we can't stay in Jiangcheng any longer. Gui'er, you must move. You can go to Hong Kong or to the base. It's your choice."

Gui'er was very hesitant. Looking at the falling sycamore leaves outside the window, she whispered, "But here at the Marshal's Mansion... there's also the matter of the hospital..."

"None of that is as important as your safety!" Song Xichen interrupted her, his tone urgent. "You have to understand, this isn't just about relationships. It's about you and the safety of our entire team. Last time, Sha Yanxiao let us off the hook. What if he finds evidence against you, arrests you, and tortures you? If you stay, you'll be handing the handle of the knife into his hands."

Gui'er bit her lip and said nothing. Song Xichen knew that she was stubborn, so he could only sigh and say, "Think about it again. I'll wait for your answer."

The next evening, Sha Yanxiao drove out of the military camp. Not long after he left, he was stopped by a black car. He was about to draw his gun with great vigilance when he saw Song Xichen get out of the car, walk straight to Sha Yanxiao's car window and knock on the glass.

Sha Yanxiao rolled down the car window, his face gloomy as if it was going to rain. "Mr. Song, why did you stop my car? What can you do for me?"

"I'm here for Gui'er," Song Xichen said with a smile, "I wonder if the Marshal would be so kind as to go to the teahouse next door for a cup of tea?"

Sha Yanxiao's face turned black as the bottom of a pot, but when he heard that it was about Gui'er, he thought for a moment and said to Dali, "Stop the car."

Then he took off his military jacket and wore only a white shirt, and walked into the teahouse with Song Xichen.

The teahouse was near the military camp, and the owner naturally recognized Sha Yanxiao. He was so frightened that he led the two of them into a private room on the second floor.