Spy war in the Republic of China, peak undercover

"Baka!" Tanaka Ichiro cursed angrily. He knew that he had been fooled by Lu Yang again.

"Damn 'Fire'! What on earth does he want to do?!" Tanaka Ichiro gritted his teeth in anger. He felt like a fool, being fooled by Lu Yang.

"Boss! Something bad has happened!" At this moment, another man in black came running over to report, his voice even more terrified.

"What happened again?!" Tanaka Ichiro roared, his patience had reached its limit.

"We...we've been ambushed!" the man in black said in fear. "There are people outside...there are people everywhere outside!"

"What?!" Ichiro Tanaka's face changed drastically. He rushed to the door and looked outside.

I saw that outside the inn, it was already crowded with people. These people were all in plain clothes, holding various weapons. Some were guns, some were knives, some were sticks, and some were even holding hoes and shoulder poles...

They surrounded the inn completely, making it impossible to get out, like a huge iron barrel, trapping the men in black inside.

"Who are you?!" Tanaka Ichiro shouted in horror. He knew that he had really fallen into a trap this time!

"You don't need to know who we are," a cold voice came from the crowd, "You only need to know that you will all die today!"

As the voice fell, deafening shouts of killing erupted from the crowd. Countless people rushed towards the inn like a tide, completely drowning the men in black.

A more tragic and bloody battle broke out again, and this time, the men in black were completely trapped in a desperate situation and could no longer escape!

……

Lu Yang stood on a tall building in the distance, quietly watching the flames rising from the direction of the inn, with no expression on his face. His heart was as cold as the icy night.

"It's over." Qinglan walked to Lu Yang and said softly.

"Not yet." Lu Yang shook his head. "This has just begun."

"What?" Qinglan was puzzled.

Lu Yang did not answer, but slowly raised his hand and pointed into the distance. His eyes were deep and distant, as if he saw somewhere farther away, a wider world.

"'Spark' has just begun to spread across the prairie..." Lu Yang murmured to himself. His voice was soft, yet full of strength and hope.

But he knew that his battle had just begun and his journey had just begun.

He will lead his "spark" to ignite a prairie fire in this dark land, dispel all the darkness, and usher in the final light!

……

As the smoke cleared, Suzhou City regained its apparent calm, but beneath the surface, a more turbulent undercurrent surged. Standing on the second floor of the Tongfu Teahouse, Lu Yang overlooked the bustling streets, his heart shrouded in a lingering haze.

"'Black Crow' is dead, and the Black Dragon Society has been severely damaged, but things may not be that simple." Lu Yang said in a deep voice, tapping the table lightly with his fingertips, making a rhythmic tapping sound.

Qinglan snuggled up to him, the cool moonlight casting a shadow on her delicate face, making her appear even more elegant and refined. "Are you saying there's a bigger hand behind this?"

Lu Yang nodded, his gaze as deep and vast as the night sky. "The Crows and the Black Dragon Society are merely pawns; the true masters are hidden even deeper. While this operation has eliminated the Black Crows' influence in Shanghai, it has alerted the mastermind behind the scenes. Next, we may face an even more cunning and powerful enemy."

Xiao He came over with the tea, carefully placed it in front of Lu Yang, and asked softly, "Uncle Lu, what should we do now?"

Lu Yang picked up the teacup and took a sip. The aroma of the tea lingered, but it couldn't dispel the chill in his heart. "Proceed as planned, continue to lie low, and wait for the opportunity."

"But..." Qinglan frowned slightly, a hint of worry in her tone, "We know nothing about the 'Spark' plan, so how can we hide?"

Lu Yang put down his teacup, a sharp glint in his eyes. "That's what we're going to do next. We have to take the initiative, find clues to the 'Spark' plan, and seize the initiative."

"Take the initiative?" Qinglan, Xiaohe and Xiaojiang looked at Lu Yang with some confusion, not understanding what he was up to.

Lu Yang smiled faintly and said mysteriously, "'The most dangerous place is often also the safest place.' Since the enemy wants us to grope in the dark, then we should do the opposite and appear before them openly, making them hesitant and afraid to act rashly."

"What you mean is..." Qinglan thought for a moment, as if she understood Lu Yang's plan.

"That's right," Lu Yang nodded, a meaningful smile on his face. "We're going to make a high-profile entrance into Shanghai and let everyone know that 'Fire' is here!"

……

Shanghai, the largest metropolis in the Far East, never lacks a stage.

A few days later, a mysterious organization called the "Fuxing Society" suddenly made a high-profile appearance in Shanghai. With the mission of "rejuvenating China and expelling the Japanese pirates," the organization recruited talented individuals and soldiers with great fanfare, attracting countless people's attention.

The president of the Fuxing Society was a mysterious figure named "Fujiwara Kenichi". It was said that he was a patriotic young man who had returned from Japan. He was extraordinary in skills, both intelligent and brave. Moreover, he had abundant funds and extensive connections, enough to support such a large organization.

The emergence of the Renaissance Society undoubtedly disrupted the existing balance of power in Shanghai, attracting the attention and vigilance of various factions. The Japanese naturally would not sit idly by and began to secretly investigate the details of the Renaissance Society, wanting to find out the origins and purpose of this suddenly emerging organization.

At this time, Lu Yang was sitting in a luxurious mansion of the Renaissance Society in the French Concession, leisurely sipping tea and looking at a piece of intelligence in his hand.

"Brother Lu, everything is going according to your plan. The name of the Fuxing Society has already become famous in Shanghai." Li Guozhu walked into the room and reported to Lu Yang with a hint of excitement and admiration in his tone.

Lu Yang put down his teacup and nodded with satisfaction. "Very good. Next, all we have to do is wait."

"Waiting?" Li Guozhu was stunned. "Waiting for what?"

"Wait for those who can't sit still to come to me." Lu Yang raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a meaningful smile.

He knew that the Renaissance Society's high-profile appearance would definitely attract the attention of the "Black Crow" and even lure him out. All he had to do was sit back and wait for the "Black Crow" to fall into their trap.

"Lu Yang, do you really think that 'Crow' will take the bait?" Qing Lan walked to Lu Yang and asked softly, with a hint of worry in her tone.

"Yes," Lu Yang nodded affirmatively, "because he has no choice. He must come to me, otherwise, he will never find the whereabouts of the 'Fire'."

"But..." Qinglan wanted to say something, but was interrupted by Lu Yang.

"Believe me," Lu Yang held Qinglan's hand and said gently, "I will be fine. I will definitely protect you."

Qinglan looked at Lu Yang's determined eyes, and her worries eased a little. "Well, I believe you." She said softly.

Lu Yang smiled and said nothing, but just looked out the window. His eyes were deep and distant, as if he saw something farther away, a wider world.

……

Night falls again, and the night scene in Shanghai is still full of temptation and danger.

The Renaissance Society's mansion was brightly lit and bustling with activity. Lu Yang was hosting a grand banquet, entertaining Shanghai celebrities and representatives of various factions. His sole purpose was to further expand the Renaissance Society's influence and expose the "Spark" plan to the public.

In the dance floor, people were dressed in elegant clothes, drinking and chatting happily, as if they had forgotten the shadow of war and immersed themselves in this extravagant atmosphere of drunkenness and dreams.

Lu Yang, dressed in a neat suit, moved among the crowd, chatting and laughing, with ease, like a natural socialite, manipulating the forces of all parties in his hands.

Qinglan was wearing a gorgeous cheongsam, like a noble princess, standing gracefully beside Lu Yang, adding to his brilliance.

Xiaohe and Xiaojiang are like two elves, moving among the crowd, serving tea and water, wine and cigarettes to the guests. They are smart and cute, and are deeply loved by everyone.

"Mr. Fujiwara, you are truly a promising young man!" A well-dressed wealthy businessman, holding a wine glass, walked up to Lu Yang and said flatteringly, "Under your leadership, the Renaissance Society will surely have a bright future!"

"No, no," Lu Yang smiled modestly, "I'm just doing my bit. The ones who are truly capable are you all."

"Mr. Fujiwara, you're too modest," the wealthy businessman said quickly. "You've stepped forward at this time and founded the Restoration Society. This is truly a great deed! I offer you a toast!"

"You're welcome." Lu Yang raised his glass, clinked it with the rich businessman, and then drank it all in one gulp.

"Mr. Fujiwara, I have a small gift here. It's not just a token of my respect, but I hope you will accept it." The wealthy businessman said as he handed Lu Yang a check.

Lu Yang took the check and took a look. It said one million dollars.

"Oh, how can I say this?" Lu Yang pretended to refuse, but his face was full of smiles.

"Of course, of course," the wealthy businessman said quickly, "It's my honor to contribute to the Renaissance Society."

"In that case, I won't refuse it." Lu Yang took the check with a smile, cursing in his heart, these rich people are so stupid and have so much money, they can just pay money by saying a few nice words.

Just as Lu Yang was chatting and laughing with the wealthy businessman, an uninvited guest suddenly broke into the dinner party.

"Fujiwara Kenichi, get out here!" A roar exploded in the banquet hall like thunder, startling everyone.

The noisy banquet hall suddenly became quiet. Everyone stopped talking, dancing, and laughing, and all looked towards the door.

I saw a tall man with a gloomy face standing at the door. Behind him was a group of men in black. They were holding weapons, looking murderous and aggressive.

Lu Yang frowned slightly. He recognized that the leading man was Ichiro Tanaka!

"'Black Crow' is finally here." Lu Yang whispered.

"Tanaka Ichiro, what do you mean?!" Lu Yang put down his wine glass, slowly stood up, and looked at Tanaka Ichiro at the door with cold eyes, with a hint of questioning and disdain in his tone.

Ichiro Tanaka sneered and strode into the banquet hall. His eyes were as sharp as a hawk, scanning everyone present as if he wanted to tear them all to pieces.

"Fujiwara Kenichi, stop playing dumb with me!" Tanaka Ichiro walked up to Lu Yang, stopped, and said with gritted teeth, "You killed my people and blew up my place, and you still dare to ask me what I mean?!"

"Oh?" Lu Yang raised his eyebrows and said in surprise, "Mr. Tanaka, I don't understand what you mean. When did I kill any of your people, or when did I blow up your place?"

"You!" Ichiro Tanaka was shaking with anger. He didn't expect that Lu Yang would dare to play dumb and deny it in front of so many people.

"Fujiwara Kenichi, don't think that no one knows what you've done!" Tanaka Ichiro roared, "I'm telling you, everything about you is under my control!"

"Really?" Lu Yang smiled, his tone full of sarcasm. "Then tell me, what did I do? What do you control over me?"

"You..." Tanaka Ichiro was speechless for a moment. He couldn't reveal Lu Yang's true identity in front of so many people, right? If he did that, wouldn't it expose his plan?

"What? You can't say it?" Lu Yang pressed on, his tone becoming more and more stern. "Mr. Tanaka, I advise you not to make such a fuss here. Otherwise, don't blame me for being rude to you!"

"You dare!" Tanaka Ichiro roared, and the man in black behind him immediately raised the gun in his hand and pointed it at Lu Yang.

"Stop!" At this moment, a voice came and stopped the man in black.

Everyone looked in the direction of the voice and saw an elegant woman in a kimono slowly walking into the banquet hall.

"Ms. Mieko?" Tanaka Ichiro's face changed when he saw the person coming. He quickly put away his gun and said respectfully, "Why are you here?"

"If I don't come, you will tear this place down!" Mieko said coldly, with a hint of blame in her tone.

"I..." Tanaka Ichiro wanted to say something, but was interrupted by Mieko.

"Okay, leave the things here to me." Mieko said, then she walked up to Lu Yang and smiled slightly, "Mr. Fujiwara, I have heard a lot about you."

"Ms. Mieko?" Lu Yang looked at the woman in front of him with a hint of surprise in his eyes. He didn't expect to see her here.

"Mr. Fujiwara, can we talk alone?" Mieko asked.

"Of course." Lu Yang nodded, then said to Qing Lan, "Wait here for me, I'll be back soon."

"Be careful." Qinglan warned.

"Don't worry." Lu Yang smiled, then followed Mieko out of the banquet hall.

The two came to a quiet room. Mieko closed the door and turned to look at Lu Yang with a complicated look in her eyes. "Lu Yang, what do you want to do?"

"Don't you know what I want to do?" Lu Yang asked back.

"I know," Mieko said, "but I don't understand why you do this?"

"Why?" Lu Yang smiled, "Because I am Chinese."

"..." Mieko was silent. She knew that Lu Yang was right. He was Chinese, and everything he did was for his country and his nation.

"Lu Yang, what you're doing is too dangerous," Mieko said. "Do you know that you've become a thorn in everyone's side?"

"I know." Lu Yang nodded, "But I don't care."

"You don't care?" Mieko looked at Lu Yang, her eyes filled with worry. "Do you know that if you do this, you will implicate your friends, your family, and even the entire country?"

"I know." Lu Yang said, "But I can't retreat. I must fight on."

"Why?" Mieko asked, "What are you doing this for?"

"For..." Lu Yang took a deep breath and looked at Mieko with a firm gaze, "For a new world without war, oppression, or exploitation, where everyone is equal, free, and happy!"

"New World?" Mieko was stunned. "You...what do you mean?"

"You will soon understand what I mean." Lu Yang smiled mysteriously, then he took out a photo from his arms and handed it to Mieko.

"This is..." Mieko took the photo and looked at it carefully. Her face became paler and more shocked as she read more.

"This... this is impossible..." Mieko looked at Lu Yang, her eyes full of disbelief, "This... how is this possible?"

"Nothing is impossible," Lu Yang said. "As long as we work hard, everything is possible."

"What...what do you want to do?" Mieko asked, her voice already trembling.