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The general nodded with satisfaction.

"Wanru, you and Lu Yang are old acquaintances," the general said. "This time, the 'Woodpecker' project will be jointly led by the two of you. You will form an action team, penetrate deep behind enemy lines, obtain intelligence, and wait for an opportunity to sabotage."

Lu Yang looked at Ye Wanru, and her eyes also fell on him, with a hint of complicated emotions.

She didn't say anything, but just stood there quietly, waiting for further instructions from the general.

Lu Yang felt an indescribable pain in his chest. He hadn't expected the general to assign Ye Wanru to partner with him. This wasn't just a difficult spy mission; it was also a huge test for his inner self.

"Wanru, first tell Lu Yang about the current situation of the 'Woodpecker' plan." The general ordered.

Ye Wanru nodded, then she walked to the sand table in the middle of the living room and picked up a baton.

"The intelligence we have at present shows that the location of the 'Woodpecker' plan is locked in Shanghai." Ye Wanru's voice was cold and professional, as if she was talking about an official business that had nothing to do with her.

Lu Yang's eyes could not be taken away from her face.

"Shanghai, the concessions, are full of gangs, and the Japanese and puppet forces are intertwined." Ye Wanru pointed to the map on the sand table. "Our preliminary judgment is that the Japanese actions may be in collusion with Shanghai's gangs, especially some branches of the Qing Gang and the Hongmen."

She paused and glanced at Lu Yang, as if waiting for his reaction.

"This mission will be far more difficult than any previous one," Ye Wanru continued. "You will need to infiltrate Shanghai and leverage your respective strengths to infiltrate the Japanese puppet regime and the gangs. You will need to uncover the true purpose of the Woodpecker Project and the identity of its core figures."

Lu Yang's mind quickly mapped out the mission. Shanghai, this international metropolis, was also where the Japanese and puppet forces were most rampant. Sneaking in there was like walking into a tiger's mouth; every step was fraught with danger.

"We will prepare a rendezvous point and necessary supplies for you in Shanghai." The general's voice rang out again, interrupting Lu Yang's thoughts. "But you need to remember, this mission requires success, not failure."

The general's gaze was like two sharp knives, piercing Lu Yang and Ye Wanru's hearts.

"Do you two have any questions?" asked the general.

Lu Yang looked at Ye Wanru, her eyes were still cold, without a trace of emotion.

"No." Ye Wanru's voice was calm.

Lu Yang's gaze also shifted away from Ye Wanru and looked at the general.

"Sir, the ultimate goal of this mission is just destruction, or..." Lu Yang didn't finish his words, but he knew the general would understand what he meant.

A gleam of light flashed in the general's eyes.

"Everything depends on the circumstances," the general said. "But remember, the primary goal is to prevent the implementation of Project Woodpecker and protect the lives and property of our people."

He didn't give clear instructions, which made Lu Yang feel a little uneasy. In the Military Control Commission, such vague instructions often meant greater danger and more unknown secrets.

"On this mission, the two of you will represent the highest honor of the Military Control Commission." The general's voice became even deeper. "If you fail, the consequences will be disastrous."

He didn't say anything more. Lu Yang knew that this meant they had to pay any price to complete this mission.

Lu Yang's gaze fell on Ye Wanru again. She happened to be looking at him, and their eyes met. It seemed as if an invisible electric current was surging in the air.

The complex emotions hidden deep in her eyes made Lu Yang feel an unprecedented pressure.

This mission is by no means easy.

Lu Yang put down the documents in his hand.

The cold lead type printed on the paper outlines a cancer hidden deep in Chongqing.

Japanese spy organization, infiltration.

damage.

And that clear list of personnel.

Dai Li's gaze fell on Lu Yang, sharp as an eagle.

"You're fine." Dai Li's voice was filled with unquestionable certainty.

"I already know everything about the mountain city."

"What you have gained is of great value."

Lu Yang didn't say anything, just waited quietly.

He knew that Dai Li's praise was not groundless, and there must be deeper considerations behind it.

"That code book is not an ordinary thing." Dai Li's voice became low.

"It not only exposed Target No. 4, but also revealed a long-hidden clue."

Lu Yang's heart moved.

He vaguely guessed that the "clues" Dai Li mentioned might coincide with some secrets he knew in his previous life.

"Based on the preliminary deciphering of the code book, we have discovered some new trends," Dai Li continued.

"The appetite of these little devils in Chongqing is far greater than we imagined."

Dai Li's eyes turned serious.

"They are not content with just ordinary sabotage and intelligence theft."

"They are targeting something more fundamental, something that could shake the very foundation of our war of resistance."

Lu Yang's breathing stagnated slightly.

This is exactly what he has been worried about.

His memories of his previous life made him clearly aware that the Japanese army's infiltration into Chongqing in the later period of the War of Resistance Against Japan was far more complicated and insidious than what appeared on the surface.

"Your proficiency in Japanese and your decisiveness in handling the Shancheng Incident have proved that you are capable of taking on this important task." Dai Li's voice suddenly rose.

"However, to deal with such a situation, your current identity is far from enough."

Dai Li picked up a brand new military jacket from the table.

On the military uniform jacket were the shoulder straps of a major general.

"In view of the particularity and importance of this mission." Dai Li looked directly at Lu Yang.

"I have decided to make an exception and promote you to Major General of the Military Control Commission."

Lu Yang's heart skipped a beat.

Major general.

This military rank means absolute power and status within the Military Control Commission.

And he, a "criminal" who had just escaped from the mountain city, was given such an important task in the blink of an eye.

The information gap made him feel unprecedentedly shocked.

"You will have the authority to mobilize part of the Shancheng Special Operations Group's forces." Dai Li continued.

"Report directly to me."

Lu Yang's eyes fell on the military uniform in Dai Li's hand.

He knew that this was not a simple award, but a heavy responsibility and Dai Li's greatest trust in his abilities.

"Director, I am..." Lu Yang was about to speak.

Dai Li raised his hand to stop him.

"No need to say more." Dai Li's tone carried a hint of unquestionable majesty.

"I know what's on your mind."

"The Military Control Commission employs people in a flexible manner."

"As long as we can serve the Party and the country and pave the way for victory in the War of Resistance, all exceptions can be made."

Lu Yang took a deep breath. He knew that this was the greatest affirmation Dai Li gave him.

"You won't be fighting alone on this mission." Dai Li's tone softened a bit.

"You'll have a capable assistant."

Dai Li's gaze turned to the door.

"come in."

The door slowly opened.

A woman in a gray uniform walked in.

She has an upright posture, a pretty face, and a hint of heroism between her eyebrows.

Lu Yang's gaze fell on the woman's face.

His heart skipped a beat again.

Ye Wanru.

She was exactly the female agent in his memory from his previous life, who was famous within the Military Control Commission but died young.

It was also the figure that often appeared in his dreams before he traveled through time.

At this moment, she was standing in front of him.

Ye Wanru's gaze also fell on Lu Yang.

There was a hint of surprise, a hint of doubt, and a hint of subtle complex emotions in her eyes.

She obviously didn't expect to meet Lu Yang in such an occasion and in such a way.

"Wanru, this is Lu Yang, Major General Lu." Dai Li's voice broke the silence in the room.

"He will be the overall person in charge of this Chongqing mission."

Ye Wanru's body stiffened slightly.

Major general?

She looked at Lu Yang again, her eyes full of scrutiny.

She knew Lu Yang, the young student who had impressed all the instructors in the intelligence class with his unique observation skills and extraordinary memory.

She also knew about his recent "feats" in the mountain city.

But she never thought that he could be promoted to such a high position in such a short time.

"Major General Lu." Ye Wanru's voice was crisp, with a hint of formal alienation.

She saluted Lu Yang with a standard military salute.

Lu Yang returned a military salute, and his eyes met Ye Wanru's.

He read a familiar coldness and arrogance and a strange sense of distance in her eyes.

"Wanru is my student," Dai Li introduced.

"She is exceptionally intelligent, fluent in multiple foreign languages, and particularly skilled in intelligence analysis and disguise infiltration."

"She will serve as your deputy for this mission, assisting you in taking full responsibility."

Lu Yang nodded.

He knew that Ye Wanru's joining would bring great help to this mission.

But he also knew that the relationship between them might not be just a simple superior-subordinate relationship.

"This time, the Japanese spies are infiltrating and their target is directly our Chongqing military industrial fortress." Dai Li's voice sounded again.

"Their ultimate goal isn't simple destruction, but to steal the blueprints for our new weaponry."

Lu Yang's pupils suddenly contracted.

New weapons.

Memories of the "Shocking Panther" plan from his previous life immediately emerged in his mind.

It was a new type of landmine that was enough to change the situation of the War of Resistance Against Japan. Its research and development process was highly confidential, but it was leaked at a critical moment.

He once thought that the leak was accidental.

Now it seems that nothing is accidental.

"If these drawings fall into the hands of the enemy, the consequences will be unimaginable." Dai Li's tone was full of solemnity.

"Our intelligence shows that the Japanese have sent elite agents to sneak into Chongqing in disguise, attempting to obtain this top-secret information through bribery or coercion."

"And the code book you brought is the key for us to catch their traces."

A huge wave rose in Lu Yang's heart.

It turned out to be the case.

He originally thought that what he was doing was simply self-protection and survival.

However, he never imagined that what he inadvertently pried open was such a huge undercurrent that could change the course of history.

The wealth he brought back from the mountain city, those US dollars and gold, might be the "stepping stone" used by these Japanese spies to bribe key figures.

And that code book is the key to revealing everything.

"I have arranged your and Wanru's identities." Dai Li continued.

"Lu Yang, you will serve as a special commissioner of the Ministry of Military Affairs. You will be responsible for supervising Chongqing's defense in public and tracking the movements of Japanese spies in secret."

"Wanru will accompany you as your secretary and translator."

Lu Yang glanced at Ye Wanru.

Ye Wanru's face was calm, showing no emotion.

"Your first task is to sneak into the core area of ​​Chongqing's military-industrial fortress, identify the traitor, and intercept the blueprints." Dai Li's tone became stern.

"If necessary, any means can be taken."

"But remember, it must be kept confidential and leave no trace."

"This is a top-secret operation within the Military Control Commission. No mistakes are allowed."

Lu Li's sharp eyes swept over Lu Yang and Ye Wanru.

“Are you confident you can accomplish this?”

Lu Yang's eyes were firm.

"Don't worry, Chief." Lu Yang said in a steady tone.

"I will live up to your trust."

Ye Wanru also expressed her opinion immediately.

"I will do my best to assist Major General Lu and complete the task." Ye Wanru said.

Dai Li nodded.

He picked up a file bag from the table and handed it to Lu Yang.

"Here is your detailed information and action plan," said Dai Li.

"And your contact information."

Lu Yang took the briefcase and felt how heavy it was.

It's not just the weight of the paper, but also the heavy responsibility on your shoulders.

"You guys go get ready now," Dai Li said.

"Time is of the essence and there is no time to lose."

Lu Yang and Ye Wanru saluted Dai Li at the same time.

Then they turned and walked out of the room.

When the door closed again.

Lu Yang and Ye Wanru walked side by side in the corridor.

They were the only two people in the corridor.

"Major General Lu." Ye Wanru's voice broke the silence.

There was a barely perceptible chill in her voice.

"I hope you know that I only follow the orders of the Director."

"As for you."

Ye Wanru's gaze fell on Lu Yang.

"I'll see how you do."

The office light softly shone on Ye Wanru's document about the Japanese spy organization. The dense handwriting on the yellowed paper outlined the danger lurking deep in Chongqing.

Lu Yang sat opposite Ye Wanru, crossed his arms, and glanced at the documents spread out on the table. With every glance, his brows furrowed a little more.

"Tanaka Ichiro, codenamed 'Viper.'" Ye Wanru extended a slender finger, pointing to a name on the document. Her voice was calm and steady. "This man is cunning and skilled in disguise. He has committed major crimes in Shanghai and Wuhan. The Military Control Commission has launched numerous raids, but he has escaped unscathed."

Lu Yang's fingers tapped the tabletop lightly, making a rhythmic "tap-tap" sound. "His purpose in coming to Chongqing is clearly not just to cause destruction."

Ye Wanru nodded and flipped to the next page, which contained several blurry photos. "We suspect he's secretly establishing a new intelligence network in Chongqing, attempting to infiltrate our core departments. Recent thefts at military factories and several small-scale explosions at transportation hubs all point to him."

Lu Yang stared at the photo of Tanaka Ichiro. That face was so ordinary and even inconspicuous, but it revealed an indescribable sinisterness.

"Where's Li Ming?" Lu Yang asked, "What's the background of this traitor?"

Ye Wanru pushed over another file, containing Li Ming's detailed profile. "He was once the accountant for a trading company in Shancheng. He was later dismissed for corruption, and his family was separated. According to reliable sources, he had long been in cahoots with Tanaka Ichirō and was his spy in Chongqing, specifically responsible for gathering intelligence and developing underlings."

Lu Yang's lips curled up in a cold smile. "People who have been separated from their wives and children and dismissed from their jobs are the easiest to exploit and betray."

"That's right." Ye Wanru sighed, "For money, he can do anything."