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"Several important transportation hubs we had stationed in Shanghai were destroyed."

Lin Zhaolu's voice was filled with a hint of pain.

"Including your contact, 'White Dove'."

Lu Yang's heart felt like it was hit by a heavy hammer.

"'White Dove' she..."

He suppressed his shock.

Lin Zhaolu shook her head.

"Temporarily lost contact."

His voice was low.

"Life or death unknown."

Lu Yang clenched his fist unconsciously.

"The Japanese actions this time were unusually swift and brutal."

Lin Zhaolu continued.

"They seemed to have received inside information and launched a precision attack on our intelligence network in Shanghai."

A thought flashed through Lu Yang's mind.

Could it be that the "Shadow" was exposed, implicating our intelligence network?

Or, did the Japanese deliberately use the illusion of "Shadow" being exposed to lure the snake out of its hole?

"It seems that they already know that their stronghold has been discovered."

Lu Shaopu said in a deep voice.

"Besides, they may have already known that we have obtained some intelligence."

He turned around and looked at Lu Yang.

"Your task has become more difficult now."

"Shanghai is now a sea of ​​blood. The Japanese intelligence agencies are on high alert."

"'Sakura Pavilion' is even more of a den of danger."

Lin Zhaolu's gaze was like two sharp knives, piercing Lu Yang's heart.

"Are you still going?"

Lu Yang didn't hesitate at all.

"go with!"

His voice was firm.

A hint of admiration flashed in Lin Zhaolu's eyes.

"it is good."

He walked over to his desk and picked up a black phone.

"You take a rest here first."

Lin Zhaolu said.

"I have some urgent matters to attend to."

"As for that money, I will arrange for someone to count and keep it safe."

He particularly emphasized the word "safekeeping".

Lu Yang knew that Lin Zhaolu still had doubts about the money.

In other words, the whereabouts of the money were beyond his control.

He didn't say anything else, just nodded.

Lin Zhaolu signaled an agent to take Lu Yang to the lounge.

The lounge was small, with only a simple camp bed and a small table. The windows were covered by thick curtains, not allowing any light to penetrate.

Lu Yang sat on the edge of the bed, feeling deeply tired.

He knew that he was already in a huge vortex.

The loss of contact with the "White Dove" and the crackdown in Shanghai both foreshadow the dangers ahead.

He closed his eyes, and the stern face of General Ito and the young man who never left his side appeared in his mind.

He must find information about the "Shadow".

He must find out the true identity of "Shadow" and whether he has really been exposed.

He also needs to find a new breakthrough to enter the heavily guarded "Sakura Pavilion".

He took from his pocket the key to the suitcase which contained one-third of the property.

He knew that this money would be the basis for his future actions.

It is also his bargaining chip to save his life when necessary.

He held the key tightly in his hand.

Time passed by minute by minute.

Outside the window, the sky gradually brightened.

Lu Yang felt hungry.

He hadn't eaten for a day and a night.

Just then, the door of the lounge was pushed open.

A burly man walked in.

He was wearing a military uniform, his chest was covered with medals, his face was resolute, and his eyes were filled with majesty that came from without anger.

Lu Yang's heart sank suddenly.

He recognized the man.

Dai Yunong.

How come he is here?

Dai Yunong walked up to Lu Yang and looked at him sharply.

"Lu Yang."

Dai Yunong's voice was low and carried an unquestionable majesty.

"You did something big this time."

Dai Yunong didn't beat around the bush and went straight to the point.

"Lin Zhaolu has reported everything to me."

His eyes seemed to be able to see through all of Lu Yang's thoughts.

"Including the money."

Lu Yang's heart skipped a beat.

He knew that Dai Yunong already knew it.

Or rather, he had guessed it.

"I have ordered someone to bring the money back from the police station."

Dai Yunong's voice was emotionless.

"It's been counted."

He paused.

“It’s a significant amount.”

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

He knew that he couldn't make any moves now.

Dai Yunong's eyes fell on Lu Yang's face.

"Lu Yang, do you know how to deal with this money?"

Dai Yunong's voice was calm, but it made Lu Yang feel a huge pressure.

Lu Yang raised his head and looked at Dai Yunong.

He knew that this was a choice given to him by Dai Yunong.

It is also a test.

"I believe it should be turned over to the national treasury."

Lu Yang's voice was calm, without any ripples.

A barely perceptible smile appeared on Dai Yunong's lips.

"Turn it over to the national treasury?"

He repeated, a hint of amusement in his tone.

"If all the money is turned over to the national treasury, then where will the funding for our military intelligence department come from?"

Lu Yang's heart moved.

He got it.

Dai Yunong meant that not all of this money would be turned over to the national treasury.

Even a large portion of it will flow into the private vaults of the military intelligence department.

Or, it is controlled by Dai Yunong personally.

He said no more.

He knew that some things did not need to be explained too clearly.

"Lu Yang."

Dai Yunong's voice sounded again.

"You have made a great contribution this time."

He paused and looked at Lu Yang with deep eyes.

"What do you want?"

Lu Yang's heart skipped a beat.

This is Dai Yunong giving him a chance.

He knew that he couldn't ask for too much, nor could he ask for nothing.

He wants it just right.

He thought for a moment.

"I have nothing else to ask for."

Lu Yang said.

"I only ask that the Director allow me to continue tracking down 'Shadow' and completely eliminate it."

Dai Yunong narrowed his eyes slightly.

He looked at Lu Yang with a hint of amusement in his eyes.

"You are quite noble."

He said nothing more.

He just turned and walked out the door.

"Lin Zhaolu will tell you what to do next."

Dai Yunong's voice came from outside the door.

"Remember, 'Shadow', it must be cleared."

The door is closed.

Lu Yang was still sitting there.

He knew that Dai Yunong's last words were a warning to him, but also an affirmation of him.

He didn't ask for money.

But that doesn't mean he won't get what he wants.

He knew that people like Dai Yunong valued ability and loyalty more.

As long as he can continue to create value for Dai Yunong, he can get everything he wants.

Including, that money.

He took the key from his pocket.

He knew that the one-third of the money was safe for the time being.

Moreover, it is very likely that Dai Yunong has already tacitly accepted his "income".

He stood up, walked to the window and opened the thick curtains.

Outside the window, it was already bright.

The sunlight shines into the room through the window.

He felt a little warmth.

But he knew that the real storm had just begun.

He had to act quickly.

He must find information about "Shadow" before the Japanese.

He must arrive at Hongkou Wharf within "seven days".

He knew that this would be the most dangerous mission he had ever undertaken.

But he also knew.

He has no choice.

The door was pushed open again.

Lin Zhaolu walked in.

His expression was more solemn than before.

"Lu Yang, what did Director Dai tell you?"

Lin Zhaolu asked.

Lu Yang shook his head.

"nothing."

Lin Zhaolu looked at Lu Yang with a hint of inquiry in her eyes.

He seemed to want to see something from Lu Yang's face.

But there was no expression on Lu Yang's face.

Lin Zhaolu took a deep breath, then took out a document from his arms and handed it to Lu Yang.

"This is the latest instruction from the Bureau Chief."

Lu Yang took the document and took a quick look at it.

His pupils suddenly contracted.

"Lu Yang, this mission will be completed by you independently."

Lin Zhaolu's voice was solemn.

"You will sneak into Shanghai again with a brand new identity."

"Your target is still General Ito."

"But this time, you won't have any backup."

"Your only contact is yourself."

Lu Yang's eyes fell on the document. The few lines of words on it made his heart tighten.

"Remember, you only have seven days."

Lin Zhaolu said.

"After seven days, if there is still no news, we will assume that you have..."

He said no more.

Lu Yang's gaze fell on the last line of the document.

It says:

"If there is any failure, all responsibility will be borne by the operatives themselves, and the military intelligence department will not be held responsible."

Lu Yang's breathing became a little heavy.

Completed independently.

No backup.

This means that he will be alone facing the entire Japanese spy system in Shanghai.

He raised his head and looked towards Lin Zhao Road.

There was no expression on Lin Zhaolu's face.

"Lu Yang, do you have anything else to ask?"

Lu Yang didn't say anything.

He just held the document tightly in his hand.

He knew he had no choice.

He must survive.

And, he had to complete the mission.

"Commander Lin, that money..."

Lu Yang suddenly spoke.

Lin Zhaolu raised her eyebrows slightly.

"The Director has personally ordered that all of that money be transferred to the Shanghai Intelligence Bureau as emergency funds for this clearing operation."

Lin Zhaolu said calmly.

"Also, the Director has specially approved the allocation of $30,000 for your special operation."

He took out a check from his pocket and handed it to Lu Yang.

Lu Yang looked at the check, and a complicated light flashed in his eyes.

Thirty thousand dollars.

This is a tiny fraction of the one-third he "kept".

He knew that Dai Yunong was using this method to warn him and also to reward him.

Tell him that everything he does is under Dai Yunong's control.

At the same time, he was rewarded.

Lu Yang took the check.

"Thank you, Commander Lin."

Lin Zhaolu's gaze fell on Lu Yang's face.

"Remember, Lu Yang."

His voice was low, with a subtle hint of warning.

"Your life now belongs only to you."

Lu Yang's eyes were as deep as the night.

"I see."