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

Chapter 402 Dai Yunong's Scheme

Three days later, Dai Yunong returned from Shanghai.

The first thing he did upon returning was to send someone to summon Ye Shaohong.

He began by praising Ye Shaohong's recent work achievements.

Subsequently.

Dai Yunong then inquired with Ye Shaohong about the matter of the eight of them becoming sworn brothers.

Ye Shaohong did not hide this matter.

He couldn't hide it from him.

That night, the eight of them swore brotherhood. Several of them were Dai Yunong's trusted confidants, and it's likely that someone had already secretly reported these matters to him. All Ye Shaohong could do was feel grateful and ashamed, praising his older brothers and sisters for their care and concern.

At the same time, his heart began to crumble.

Ye Shaohong isn't stupid.

He didn't realize that Dai Yunong had sent someone to summon him as soon as he returned to Jinling, just to inquire about these trivial matters.

If he wasn't mistaken, this seemingly intimate conversation was merely a prelude to Dai Yunong's probing.

What follows is the most important thing.

The same is true.

After a brief introduction, seeing that the atmosphere was harmonious and Ye Shaohong's attitude had been good, Dai Yunong finally revealed his bloodthirsty fangs.

He confessed to Ye Shaohong about his trip to Shanghai and his meeting with Du Asheng.

He brought up the matter of raising funds to establish the Loyal and Patriotic Army. Then he asked Ye Shaohong if he was interested in joining the Loyal and Patriotic Army and serving as the captain of the Fourth Battalion.

Ye Shaohong refused without hesitation.

the reason is simple.

Although the Loyal and Patriotic Army has the word "army" in its name, upon closer examination, it is actually just a "rabble".

Ye Shaohong wasn't deliberately trying to smear the heroic predecessors.

The Loyal and Patriotic Army truly deserves the title of "Loyal and Righteous." During the Second Battle of Shanghai, they charged ahead and defended the rear, and indeed performed many heroic deeds worthy of praise and remembrance.

However, no one can deny that the composition of this unit was extremely complex in its early stages.

The Loyal and Patriotic Army, numbering in the tens of thousands, consisted mostly of members of Du Asheng's "Hengshe" gang, who were essentially street thugs and hooligans.

A small portion consisted of patriotic citizens, students, and workers. The only ones who could truly be called professional soldiers were the officers of the Loyal and Patriotic Army.

At the end of the Second Battle of Shanghai, tens of thousands of loyal and patriotic soldiers were killed or wounded, with most of them dead or wounded.

The surviving soldiers did not retreat with the Nationalist government's regular army, but stayed in the mountainous and watery areas such as Poyang Lake, and began to fight guerrilla warfare in the style of the Red Party.

During the eight years of the War of Resistance against Japan, their main duty was to fight and maneuver against the Japanese and puppet troops.

It definitely has value.

But Ye Shaohong really didn't dare to make a decision about its specific value.

Relatively speaking.

He still prefers to be active on the front lines of espionage, using his frail body to exert greater influence.

"You don't want to?" "Actually, I already expected it."

"But it doesn't matter. You may not want to join the military, but there are some duties you can't avoid."

"I heard that you have already started arranging for your subordinates to buy properties and open shops in the British, French, Japanese and International Settlements in Shanghai?"

"Then you can help the Loyal and Patriotic Army with some logistical supplies, right?"

Upon hearing Dai Yunong's words, Ye Shaohong immediately understood.

Originally, Dai Yunong had never considered having Ye Shaohong join the Loyal and Patriotic Army.

His previous words were nothing but pretexts.

The real purpose was to add some burden to Ye Shaohong, to give him a task.

Ye Shaohong had already rejected him once before. Now that Dai Yunong was offering new conditions, could Ye Shaohong refuse again?

"Old fox."

"No matter what, you are a director in a position, yet you do nothing but scheme against others all day long."

"No wonder you eat and drink well every day, yet you're still as thin as a bamboo pole."

"Those nutrients have probably all grown into your mind."

Ye Shaohong cursed inwardly, but on the surface, he put on a righteous and awe-inspiring appearance.

He stood up abruptly and saluted Dai Yunong.

He readily made a verbal promise.

"Rest assured, Chief, Shao Hong will never let you down."

"Good, very good." "This is the spirit of a man from Zhejiang Province. I knew I hadn't misjudged you."

Dai Yunong was very happy. He stood up, personally straightened Ye Shaohong's clothes, and then patted Ye Shaohong's shoulder.

"Shao Hong, you have a great responsibility."

"This time, the brothers of the Loyal and Patriotic Army are entrusted to you."

Okay.

All along, that old fox Dai Yunong had been making empty promises to Ye Shaohong, but he hadn't given him any valuable intelligence, money, or connections.

It's a complete case of getting something for nothing.

He wanted to elevate Ye Shaohong to a high position in order to achieve his own goals.

But Ye Shaohong is not someone to be trifled with.

Upon hearing Dai Yunong's words, Ye Shaohong's face immediately showed a hint of shame.

"You flatter me, sir."

"I'm still so young, how could I dare to shoulder such a heavy responsibility?"

"I can only assure you that I will do my utmost to complete this task, provided that conditions permit."

Dai Yunong is a cunning old fox, and Ye Shaohong can't guarantee that he won't fall into Dai Yunong's trap, so it's best to make things clear now.

Ye Shaohong would never agree to such a trivial matter as using this to force him to complete an impossible task in the future, or to seize the Ye family's property in order to help Dai Yunong achieve his own personal plans.

Even if he encounters insurmountable difficulties in the future, Ye Shaohong can use the excuse that conditions do not permit it to make excuses and refuse.

"Of course, of course." "As long as you do your best, Shao Hong, I still believe in your abilities."

Seeing how cunning Ye Shaohong was, Dai Yunong felt quite helpless, but he didn't show it on the surface.

She spoke to Ye Shaohong in the same friendly manner as before.

The two then exchanged a few more words.

Just as Ye Shaohong was preparing to find an excuse to leave, Mao Renfeng pushed the door open and came in.

"Chief, it's time."

"The auditorium has been prepared, and the Chairman's residence has also called. The Chairman will be coming with his wife later."

Should we go down now?

The short, stout, and round-faced Mao Renfeng, with a bright smile on his face, entered the room, first saluted Dai Yunong, and then winked at Ye Shaohong as he stood up. Ye Shaohong instantly understood his purpose.

"correct."

"Look at me, I was so engrossed in our conversation that I almost forgot about it."

"Today is a great day for your promotion. The Chairman himself has spoken out and will award you a medal."

"It's about time, let's go down together."