Espionage: You're tasked with spying, but you'll blow up the Special Higher Police?

The death of Shimazu had the most direct impact on Zhou Hongyi. Before his nominal teacher died, Zhou Hongyi was a regular at the Special Higher Police, possessing an unofficial staff pass that allowed him free access to non-classified rooms. But now he couldn't even get through the front door, making it extremely inconvenient for him to inquire about intelligence or learn about inside information in the future.

However, Zhou Hongyi also gleaned some other information using his [Eye of Insight]. This Kondo was diligently trying to turn the Special Higher Police into his personal domain. He was extremely ambitious and ruthless, even willing to kill his own colleagues. If he were to eliminate all dissidents and secure his position in the Special Higher Police, his future in Shanghai would become even more precarious.

Zhou Hongyi had obtained some information he wanted, one of which was the death of Shimazu, which was undoubtedly a blow to him. However, upon closer reflection, he thought that death was just death. Apart from the fact that his work would be difficult to carry out, he didn't have much affection for that little Japanese soldier.

And he also had an answer to another matter. Kondo would be going to the docks the night after tomorrow to personally meet someone. Although he had kept this secret very well—Zhou Hongyi couldn't even see the person's name—the time and place were crystal clear. Wasn't this the opportunity he'd been waiting for?

Zhou Hongyi wasn't in a hurry to return to the police station, since Chen Da Hu Zi wouldn't be there anyway. He hailed a rickshaw and drove to the South District Wharf, where he found Chen Xiao Dao.

"Young Master Zhou, you've arrived."

"Brother Xiaodao, I really offended you that night at the Great World. I've been under close surveillance by the Japanese from the Special Higher Police for the past few days and haven't been able to get away until today. I only managed to find the time to come and thank you in person."

Chen Xiaodao smoothed his long hair and said with a smile, "You're too kind. It's nothing, just playing a part with you, Young Master Zhou. But I heard that a very important traitor on the Japanese side died under mysterious circumstances, apparently poisoned. You were also poisoned that night. If I'm not mistaken, the poisoner..."

Chen Xiaodao gave him a knowing look, while Zhou Hongyi quickly raised his hand and said, "Brother Xiaodao, what are you talking about? I don't understand. I've called you here today because I want to discuss a business deal with your boss, and I'd appreciate it if you could introduce us."

Chen Xiaodao asked with some surprise, "Young Master Zhou, what important matter has made you so solemn? You can see my boss if you want, but why are you in such a hurry?"

Zhou Hongyi's face was somewhat grim. He sighed and said, "Alas, there's nothing I can do. Time waits for no one. The Japanese Special Higher Police suddenly changed its head, and his intentions are as deep as the bottom of the sea. Now I can't even get through the gates of the Special Higher Police. I know that Chief Liu of the Axe Gang is righteous and patriotic, and he never hesitates to kill Japanese devils and traitors."

This time, I just wanted to do business with him and expose a few Japanese spies. I have reliable information that there's one lurking around Boss Qiao Si. Think about it, if someone as important as him has been infiltrated by the Japanese, wouldn't the other bosses be too? I think this matter has serious consequences if I think about it carefully, so I wanted to meet with the gang leader to discuss it.”

Chen Xiaodao tossed his long hair again, revealing the hideous scar on his face, and frowned, saying, "What? The Japanese have their eyes on our gang? They've even planted a spy next to Master Qiao? Young Master Zhou, is this for sure?"

"Brother Xiaodao, do I look like I'm joking? How could I ask you for help with something this important if I wasn't 100% sure?"

Chen Xiaodao had also realized the seriousness of the matter. He nodded and said, "Okay, I'll go find our gang leader now and make sure to pass on the message. If our gang leader agrees, I will come to inform you of the specific time."

"Alright, then I'll thank you in advance, Brother Xiaodao."

"No need for thanks, Young Master Zhou, you're too kind. I've long disliked those little devils. If it's possible to deal with them, I, Chen Xiaodao, will be the first to step up without hesitation."

"Yes, you're right. Every Chinese son and daughter has an unshirkable responsibility."

After expressing his demands, Zhou Hongyi left the dock and detoured to the Sakura Trading Company.

Although Hasegawa, the president of the trading company, had a very good personal relationship with Shimazu, he belonged to a completely different department and wielded considerable power, not under Kondo's jurisdiction. After the incident that day, he returned to the Sakura Trading Company and began to handle the goods transported from the mainland.

Others might not know, but Zhou Hongyi did. This guy ostensibly made money through the Chamber of Commerce, but secretly he was transporting chemical agents.

Zhou Hongyi visited the Chamber of Commerce again after several days. This time, the traitorous manager did not come out to greet him or flatter him. Instead, he solemnly directed others to work.

Zhou Hongyi ignored him and went straight to the back. He wanted to find Hasegawa first to learn about Shimazu and find out if he knew the truth.

"Sasuke-kun, you've arrived."

Hasegawa, with his round head and chubby face, still wore that seemingly harmless smile. After Zhou Hongyi sat down, he suddenly noticed a female secretary beside him. This woman had short hair, single eyelids, and sharp eyes; she was clearly not an ordinary person.

Because the duration of [Eye of Insight] had increased, Zhou Hongyi looked at her and discovered that this female secretary was actually a spy sent by the Mei Agency. Of course, Hasegawa knew her true identity. These bastards seem to be planning something big soon.

"Sasuke-kun, I forgot to introduce you. This is our secretary from headquarters, Ms. Matsuko. Matsuko, this is Sarutobi Sasuke I told you about. He's young and promising. He contributed a lot during the early stages of the Sakura Trading Company's establishment."

The woman named Matsuko smiled, bowed to Zhou Hongyi, and said, "Sarutobi Sasuke of the Sanada Ten Braves is a household name. Meeting him today, I can see he is indeed a man of great talent."

Zhou Hongyi smiled and returned the greeting, saying, "Miss Matsuko, you flatter me. I'm just an ordinary person. As for my name, it was given to me by my teacher. Speaking of my teacher, President Hasegawa, how long has it been since you last saw each other? Do you know that my teacher has had an accident?"

Zhou Hongyi kept staring at Hasegawa. After he asked the question, the entry above Hasegawa's head began to change. Although the changes were limited, Zhou Hongyi still got the answer he wanted. Hasegawa already knew about this. It's possible that Kondo had informed him before taking action, and that he had changed the caravan's transport route.

This entry surprised Zhou Hongyi greatly. He had long been familiar with the transportation routes that the Sakura Merchant Guild had previously established, and had specifically studied where to take action, where to retreat, and where to hide and ambush. He had made countless predictions, but now, after he had only been gone for a few days, the Sakura Merchant Guild's transportation routes had changed. The key was that he couldn't see exactly where they had changed to, and Hasegawa's attitude towards him had also changed slightly.

"Damn it, it must be that bastard Kondo. Hasegawa, Hasegawa, have you forgotten that I took a bullet to save your arm? These Japanese devils are truly ungrateful wolves."

Although Zhou Hongyi was not shot while trying to save Hasegawa, he subconsciously blamed the bullet on Hasegawa.

Just then, Hasegawa noticed that Sasuke was sitting there without saying anything, so he took the initiative to speak up: "Sasuke-kun, there's nothing to do lately, and the contracts with the bosses have all been signed smoothly. Just focus on your work at the police station. I'll send someone to inform you of any changes or plans later."