Spy war in the Republic of China, peak undercover

Intense hatred blazed in the old sly man's cloudy eyes. He gripped his pipe tightly, veins bulging on the back of his hand. "The Mountain City Gang! How dare they..."

"I can help you rescue her and bring her back to you." Lu Yang continued, knowing that he had grasped the old sly guy's weakness.

The old fox fell silent. He looked at Lu Yang with complicated eyes, as if he was judging the truth of his words and weighing the risks involved.

"Why should you help me? What's in it for you?" The old fox's hoarse voice was full of doubt.

"I need your help." Lu Yang said firmly, "As long as you help me get out of this predicament, rescuing your granddaughter will be a piece of cake."

The old fox fell silent again. He took a deep puff of his cigarette, and the smoke obscured the expression on his face.

After a long moment, he raised his head, his eyes filled with vicissitudes and helplessness. "Okay, I promise you."

"However, I will save you and you will protect my granddaughter. You must keep your word."

"It's a deal." Lu Yang said firmly, without any hesitation.

The old sly man nodded, a subtle sense of relief showing on his face. "Come in, this is not the place to talk."

The old sly man turned and walked into the cabin, with Lu Yang following closely behind. He knew that he was safe for the time being, but this was only the beginning. Next, he would face a more complicated situation and more dangerous challenges.

The old sly man led Lu Yang to the back of the house, pushed aside a pile of debris, and revealed a dark hole. The hole exuded a damp, musty smell, and a fishy smell of mud.

"This is a cellar. It has been in disrepair for many years and can barely hide people. The police won't find it. Go in." The old sly man said, pointing to the cave entrance.

Lu Yang nodded and jumped into the cellar without hesitation. He knew that he had no choice but to trust the old fox.

The cellar was bottomless, pitch black, and the damp air was oppressive. Lu Yang groped his way down, stepping on the muddy ground. After an unknown amount of time, he finally reached the bottom of the cellar, which was a small space.

Lu Yang fumbled to light the matches he brought. In the dim light, he saw some old junk piled at the bottom of the cellar, and in the corner there was a simple wooden bed covered with a layer of moldy straw.

Lu Yang sighed. This was his next hiding place. He needed to formulate a plan as soon as possible to escape the police's pursuit and try to contact Dai Li to deliver the Japanese code book.

At this moment, the old sly man's voice came from above: "I'll bring you some food and water. Don't come out at night, and try not to make any noise during the day to avoid arousing suspicion."

Lu Yang responded and fell silent. He lay on the wooden bed, staring at the single light source above him, lost in thought. He needed a thorough plan, one that would allow him to escape and return to the Military Control Commission.

For two days, Lu Yang stayed in the cellar. Apart from the food and water sent by the old fox, he had no source of information and no idea of ​​the situation outside. This isolated life made Lu Yang feel anxious and uneasy.

That night, the old sly guy brought food again, along with a piece of news: "The situation outside is very tense. The police are searching the whole city for you, and they've offered a reward of fifty dollars."

After hearing this, Lu Yang did not react much. This was all within his expectations.

"What are your plans?" the old sly man looked at Lu Yang and asked.

Lu Yang pondered for a moment and said, "I need to leave the mountain city and go to Chongqing."

The old fox nodded in understanding.

"What do you have in mind?" Lu Yang asked.

The old sly guy narrowed his eyes and said, "I can help you arrange it, but it will take some time."

"How long?" Lu Yang asked.

"Three days." The old sly man said, "Within three days, I will arrange for you to leave."

"Okay, I'll wait for you." Lu Yang said.

For the next three days, Lu Yang continued to stay in the cellar, waiting patiently. He knew that the old fox was working for him, and all he could do was stay calm and wait for his chance.

On the third night, the old fox came to the cellar again.

"If you're ready, come with me." said the old sly guy.

Lu Yang jumped out of bed and followed the old sly guy out of the cellar.

It was a dark night, and the alley was quiet, with no one in sight.

The old sly guy took Lu Yang through the alleys and finally came to a dilapidated courtyard.

There was a black car parked in the yard.

"Get in the car, I will take you to the dock, and then you can leave the mountain city." said the old sly guy.

Lu Yang nodded without saying anything more. He knew that time was running out and could not be wasted.

He got in the car, which started slowly and drove out of the alley.

The car was driving on the dark street. Lu Yang looked out the window at the unfamiliar scenery outside. He knew that he was about to leave the mountain city and go to a new place.

But he also knew that this was just the beginning, and his spy career had just begun.

The car drove for a long time and finally stopped at a remote pier.

There was a cargo ship docked at the dock, so dark that its specific appearance could not be seen clearly.

"Get on board, the ship will take you to Chongqing." The old sly man said, pointing at the cargo ship.

Lu Yang nodded, said goodbye to the old sly man, and boarded the cargo ship.

The cargo ship started slowly and left the dock.

Lu Yang stood at the side of the boat, looking at the mountain city gradually moving away, his heart filled with emotion.

He knew that a new chapter in his life was about to begin.

A few days later, the cargo ship arrived in Chongqing.

Lu Yang got off the cargo ship and stood on the dock in Chongqing, feeling the prosperity and bustle of the city.

He took a deep breath. He knew that he had returned to the Military Control Commission's sphere of influence.

He needed to contact Dai Li as soon as possible, hand over the Japanese code book to him, and clear his name.

Lu Yang took out the contact information he had prepared in advance. He knew that he was about to step into a more dangerous world, a world full of conspiracy and killing.

He found a phone booth and dialed the number he remembered. The phone rang a few times before it was finally connected.

"Hello." A deep voice came from the phone.

Lu Yang took a deep breath and said in a codeword known only to their insiders: "I want to see Xiu Chun Dao."

On the other end of the phone, after a short "beep", only the busy tone remained. Lu Yang put down the receiver, and his palm felt a little damp. He knew that this move had been made, and next, all he had to do was wait. The night in Chongqing was more bustling than that in the mountain city. The dim street lights were not enough to dispel the dampness and coldness in the air. Lu Yang wrapped his long gown tightly around him, found a shaded corner and stood there, his eyes vigilantly scanning the few pedestrians on the street. He knew that he was now a wanted criminal, and every second he was exposed, the more dangerous he would be.

Time seemed to freeze. Every passing car, every figure that brushed past made his nerves tense. He could even feel an invisible force in the air approaching him, a sixth sense unique to predators.

About half an hour later, a black Ford sedan slowly drove up and stopped in front of Lu Yang. The window rolled down, revealing a man in his early thirties wearing black-framed glasses, with a refined face and sharp eyes.

"Please get in the car, Mr. Lu." The man's voice was calm, but with a hint of unquestionable command.

Lu Yang didn't ask any more questions. He opened the car door and got in the back seat. The interior was spacious and clean, with a faint smell of tobacco. He noticed that the driver was a burly man, his hands on the steering wheel, his eyes fixed straight ahead, like a motionless rock.

The car started and drove smoothly into the night. Lu Yang said nothing, but turned his head to look out the window. Chongqing under the night sky was like a sleeping beast, hiding endless secrets.

The car drove west, passing through several heavily guarded streets, and finally stopped in front of a detached villa. The villa was surrounded by a high wall, and searchlights were installed on the wall. The beams of light swept back and forth, illuminating the entire courtyard as if it were daytime.

The man with black-framed glasses got out of the car first and opened the door for Lu Yang.

"Please." He gestured.

Lu Yang got out of the car and scanned the surroundings. He knew that this was one of the core strongholds of the Military Control Commission in Chongqing, and it was heavily guarded.

The man led Lu Yang through a heavy iron gate and into the villa. The living room was brightly lit, and the air was filled with the rich aroma of coffee.

A burly man was sitting on the sofa. He was wearing a neat military uniform, with a general's star gleaming on his epaulettes. He had his back to Lu Yang and was meticulously cleaning a Mauser pistol.

The man with black-framed glasses walked up to the general and whispered a few words.

The general paused.

He turned around slowly.

His eyes fell on Lu Yang, sharp and cautious.

"Lu Yang." The general's voice was deep and powerful, carrying an unquestionable majesty. "I hope you are well."

Lu Yang looked at the man before him. He was familiar with his face, but now he looked more mature and intimidating. He knew this was the reason for his trip: one of the true leaders of the Military Control Commission.

"Greetings, sir." Lu Yang stood up straight and gave a standard military salute.

The general nodded and motioned for him to sit down.

"Do you know why I called you here?" The general put down the revolver in his hand, his eyes sharp.

Lu Yang did not answer directly. He just took out the Japanese code book from his arms and placed it on the coffee table.

"Sir, this is what I brought back this time." Lu Yang said calmly.

The general's gaze fell on the code book, and a subtle glint flashed in his eyes. He picked up the code book, flipped through a few pages, and then handed it to the man with black-framed glasses beside him.

"Go, find the expert team and decipher it immediately." the general ordered.

The man with black-framed glasses took the code book and hurriedly left the living room.

Only Lu Yang and the general were left in the living room. An invisible pressure hung in the air.

"Do you know the value of this code book?" The general's gaze fell on Lu Yang again.

"I understand," Lu Yang said. "It can help us understand the latest movements of Japanese spies in China, and even track down clues of their long-term lurking activities."

The general smiled slightly, a smile that was very faint, but carried an unfathomable meaning.

"You did a great job this time," the general said, "although the process was a little... unexpected."

Lu Yang knew what the general was referring to. The disturbances he had caused in the mountain city, the killing of military police, the disturbance at the police station, and the embezzlement of money and property, all of these could not be hidden from the eyes of the Military Control Commission.

"For the mission." Lu Yang said, "Special circumstances require special treatment."

The general did not ask any further questions, but just picked up the coffee on the table and took a sip.

"Your current situation is very passive," the general said. "The police system in Shancheng has already issued a warrant for your arrest. Even if you reach Chongqing, you're not completely safe."

Lu Yang didn't say anything, he knew it was the truth.

"But the code book you brought back is of extraordinary value." The general changed his tone. "It is enough to offset all your mistakes and even give you a chance to make amends."

Lu Yang's gaze fell on the general's face. He knew that the real test was coming.

"Please give your orders, sir." Lu Yang said.

The general put down his coffee cup, leaned forward slightly, and his eyes became sharper.

"The Japanese are secretly deploying a plan codenamed 'Woodpecker' in central China." The general's voice deepened. "We've intercepted some fragmentary intelligence through various channels, but we haven't been able to piece together a complete picture."

"Your code book just fills the gap in our intelligence," the general said. "Preliminary analysis shows that the core of the Woodpecker Project seems to be related to some secret weapon or large-scale sabotage operation."

Lu Yang's heart sank. This large-scale act of destruction reminded him of the inhumane methods used by the Japanese on the Chinese battlefield in his past life.

"Our mission is to find out the details of the 'Woodpecker' plan and completely destroy it before it is launched." There was a hint of solemnity in the general's voice.

"This requires an experienced action team to penetrate deep behind enemy lines, obtain intelligence, and carry out sabotage." The general paused and looked at Lu Yang again. "You are the core candidate for this team."

Lu Yang was not surprised, he knew what he was good at.

"I will try my best to complete the task." Lu Yang said.

The General nodded, then his eyes turned to a door in the corner of the living room.

"For this mission, I have specially arranged a capable partner for you," said the general.

He knocked on the door.

The door slowly opened.

A familiar figure walked out from behind the door.

Lu Yang's breathing suddenly stopped.

She wore a fitted black military uniform, her epaulettes bearing the rank of colonel. Her long hair was meticulously tied up, revealing her smooth forehead and delicate features. Her eyes were cold and resolute, with a hint of undeniable sharpness.

is her.

Ye Wanru.

The student he was most proud of in the military academy.

The lover who had whispered to him and shared his innermost feelings on countless nights.

She obviously didn't expect to meet Lu Yang in such an occasion. A barely perceptible ripple flashed across her cold eyes, but she quickly concealed it perfectly.

She walked up to the general, straightened her body, and gave a standard military salute.

"Reporting to the commander, I am Colonel Ye Wanru from the Intelligence Department of the Military Intelligence Bureau, awaiting instructions." Her voice was clear and without a trace of trembling.