Espionage: I became sworn brothers with Zheng Yaoxian at the beginning, and became the Seventh Broth

Chapter 159 Coincidence or Accident?

Ye Shaohong was having a headache dealing with Zhang Rou'er.

He didn't want to have a deep conversation with Zhang Rou'er in this secluded alley.

But Ye Shaohong didn't know where he should take Zhang Rou'er.

Come back home?

Not to mention that he has another woman at home, even if Yu Manli didn't mind, she wouldn't find fault with him.

Bringing Zhang Rou'er home and letting her know his address would be quite a problem for Ye Shaohong.

If Zhang Rou'er wanted to see him again in the future, she would have a way to do so.

It's a small matter if she gets entangled with him; what's most worrying is that she'll be audacious and bring trouble upon herself.

If not home, where else can we go?

Just like in spy dramas, let's find a quiet coffee shop?

Don't joke around. Ye Shaohong came from the Special Service Department, and he knows very well how much influence the Special Service Department has in Jinling City.

Most of the gangs on the streets are controlled by various officers of the Secret Service.

Many people from all walks of life in the market, including shopkeepers and servants, have connections with the Secret Service, either as their family members or as their informants.

Ye Shaohong is considered a celebrity, both big and small, within the current Bureau of Survey and Statistics.

He was a rising star in the Special Service.

If he dared to take Zhang Rou'er to a coffee shop or a Western restaurant today, word would reach the ears of those who were interested within a few days. Thinking about it that way, this secluded alley might be the most suitable place for them to talk.

That's why Ye Shaohong spoke frankly and asked the question.

"right here?"

Zhang Rou'er was slightly taken aback. She looked around at her surroundings and then looked at Ye Shaohong with a puzzled expression.

Clearly, Zhang Rou'er hadn't guessed Ye Shaohong's good intentions.

"Yes, right here."

"After we finish speaking, we can part ways immediately."

Ye Shaohong nodded. He wasn't in the mood to explain to Zhang Rou'er and continued to respond coldly.

"He is heartless and ungrateful."

Hearing Ye Shaohong's response, Zhang Rou'er first pursed her lips, then muttered something under her breath.

Ye Shaohong raised an eyebrow. He was now genuinely admiring Zhang Rou'er.

Driven by sheer passion, they dared to do things that could cost them their heads. Although it may seem reckless and infuriating, this is precisely where China's hope lies.

It is because of countless passionate young people like Zhang Rou'er that Chinese civilization has been able to continue on this land for thousands of years.

Thinking of this, Ye Shaohong's expression gradually relaxed.

He didn't press Zhang Rou'er to ask what she was muttering to herself, but simply nodded.

"Don't you think this place looks safer than other places?"

Regardless of whether Zhang Rou'er could understand, Ye Shaohong still offered a partial explanation, which was a small form of help.

"Safety?"

Zhang Rou'er frowned her pretty eyebrows and glanced around a few more times. After a moment, she nodded as if she understood.

"It seems so."

Although Zhang Rou'er still seemed a bit confused, her comprehension was quite good. At least she didn't open her mouth to argue or refute, and this attitude was commendable.

Of course, Ye Shaohong would not say this aloud.

He was not Zhang Rou'er's superior either.

There's no need to explain so much to him; even if I did, Zhang Rou'er might not listen.

Ye Shaohong still treats this beautiful school doctor with a wasp waist, shapely legs, and long legs, whom his elder sister had once hoped would become the eldest daughter-in-law of the Ye family, with respect.

"Let's talk about why you specifically sought me out this time."

Ye Shaohong wasn't intentionally resisting contact with Zhang Rou'er; it's just that he was currently in enemy territory and needed to maintain a calm mindset at all times, which was beneficial for both him and Zhang Rou'er. Zheng Yaoxian felt the same way.

Ye Shaohong felt that he should learn a thing or two from Zheng Yaoxian in this regard.

"Yep."

"I came here specifically to see you because I need your help with something."

Zhang Rou'er remained as charming and innocent as ever. She sensed Ye Shaohong's growing distance and wanted to retort, but considering the responsibilities she now bore, she ultimately held back.

"Tell me what it is first."

Ye Shaohong did not give a clear answer immediately; he responded very calmly.

“A friend of mine has recently run into some trouble. According to what we’ve found out, he’s probably being watched by the Second Division of your Bureau of Survey and Statistics.”

"I want to ask you, is there any way to help him safely escape this calamity?" Zhang Rou'er hesitated and struggled, but finally revealed her purpose.

Upon hearing this, Ye Shaohong's eyes widened immediately.

"You want me to help you deal with the Bureau of Statistics and Surveys?"

Ye Shaohong wasn't doing this on purpose; he was genuinely shocked. After all, he hadn't joined the Red Party yet, and even if he had, such a thing should have been relayed by his superiors.

No one would be as audacious as Zhang Rou'er, daring to seek help from someone in the Bureau of Survey and Statistics.

Is Zhang Rou'er stupid?

Not stupid.

This woman was able to get into medical school and establish herself at the Central Military Academy; she must understand this principle.

Why was she so reckless today?

Could it be that this contact was just Zhang Rou'er testing him? Testing whether he had any intention of getting close to the Red Party?

Or is it that the person Zhang Rou'er wanted Ye Shaohong to help her rescue this time had a special relationship with her, which caused Zhang Rou'er to lose her composure and act rashly?

Ye Shaohong frowned, carefully observing Zhang Rou'er's changing expression, trying to find some clues on her face.

Unfortunately, he didn't see anything.

It wasn't that Ye Shaohong was incapable of thinking things through; it was simply because Zhang Rou'er was looking up at him with a stubborn expression.

That kind of persistence perfectly concealed Zhang Rou'er's changing thoughts.

"It's not about dealing with it."

"I just want you to help me think of a solution."

Zhang Rou'er shook her head, then solemnly offered her explanation. "Hehe~!"

"Okay, let's think of a way. But you have to tell me who he is. Is he from the Second Division of the Bureau of Statistics, or is that person targeting him?"

"I know nothing about the current situation. Even if I could offer some advice, without knowing the specific details, the solutions I come up with would only harm you and him!"

After pondering for a long time, Ye Shaohong decided to risk asking one more question.

"I can't tell you who he is."

"What I can tell you is that he is now serving on the Military Commission."

"As for who's targeting him, I'm not entirely sure. I only know that the person's surname is Song, he has a baby face, wears glasses, and has the rank of captain on his shoulder."

Not bad, at least Zhang Rou'er maintained some vigilance towards Ye Shaohong, this spy. She did not reveal the man's name as Ye Shaohong had expected.

I only gave a brief overview of his workplace.

There's nothing wrong with that.

After all, the Military Commission is the most powerful department in the current National Government, with a large number of staff. The total number of staff in all departments combined has long exceeded one thousand.

Even though Zhang Rou'er revealed the person's workplace to Ye Shaohong, she still managed to do so.

Ye Shaohong was indeed a "dog spy," and he wouldn't pose much of a threat to that person's life.

But what Zhang Rou'er said next was quite different.

Almost instantly, Ye Shaohong thought of someone.

Song Xiaoan.

"It can't be such a coincidence, right?"

"Could it be that Song Xiaoan's investigation into intelligence brokers actually led him to a Communist Party member?"