Espionage: Mastering the Ten Cruelest Tortures of the Military Intelligence Bureau from the Start

Suddenly, Wang Fuquan's gaze fell on the military rank on Su Mingzhe's shoulder.

Lieutenant?

It's rather strange that a lieutenant has such great power.

Su Mingzhe noticed Wang Fuquan staring at his military rank and, feeling curious, asked, "What's wrong?"

Wang Fuquan snapped out of his daze and quickly said:

"It's nothing. You've become a lieutenant in Military Intelligence at such a young age; that's quite an achievement. You're not even 20 yet, are you?"

"I just turned 20 and I'm currently a captain and deputy head of the operations section. I just received my appointment this morning, and the commissioning ceremony hasn't happened yet, so I still have two stars on my shoulders."

Su Mingzhe said calmly, as if it were just an ordinary thing.

"A 20-year-old captain and deputy section chief!"

Wang Fuquan's eyes widened in disbelief.

The news was a huge shock to him; he stared at Su Mingzhe, his eyes filled with astonishment.

Promotions in the Military Intelligence Investigations Division are notoriously difficult; it's a place where seniority matters and backstabbing is rampant, and every opportunity for advancement is precious.

A 20-year-old deputy section chief is probably unique in the entire military intelligence department.

How long has he been out of school? Less than a year, I think.

At this point, a normal person would be a second lieutenant, but Su Mingzhe had already reached the threshold of a field officer, just one step away from joining the ranks of mid-level officers in the Military Intelligence Bureau.

This promotion speed is faster than flying, it's astonishing.

Wang Fuquan's eyes were full of curiosity, and then he asked, "How long have you been a member of the organization?"

He didn't ask about the person who introduced him to the organization, as that involved personal privacy, so he didn't mention it at all.

Wang Fuquan is now extremely curious about when Su Mingzhe joined the organization, mainly because Su Mingzhe is so young yet has such extraordinary achievements and awareness.

Su Mingzhe was stunned when he heard the question, and was speechless, not knowing how to answer.

A hint of embarrassment appeared on his face, and his eyes began to dart away.

Seeing this, Wang Fuquan quickly said, "I'm sorry, Comrade Su, if you don't want to talk about it, that's fine. I was just asking casually."

He knew he might have asked a question he shouldn't have, and he felt a little remorseful.

To ease the awkward atmosphere and to hide his embarrassment, Wang Fuquan lowered his head and began frantically stuffing rice into his mouth, hoping to quickly get through this awkward moment.

"It's not that I don't want to talk about it, I haven't joined the organization yet."

Su Mingzhe hesitated for a moment, but still told the truth.

"puff"

Wang Fuquan suddenly spat out all the food he had just put in his mouth, spraying it all over the floor.

He stared at Su Mingzhe in shock, his eyes wide and his face filled with disbelief.

This news had a huge impact on him, even more so than when he first learned that Su Mingzhe was a 20-year-old deputy section chief of the military intelligence department.

He never expected that Su Mingzhe hadn't joined the organization yet.

Seeing this, Su Mingzhe's expression revealed a hint of urgency, and he quickly explained:

"I heard about the political ideology of the Red Party when I was in Whampoa Military Academy. It was a great organization that could truly save people from suffering."

During my time at Whampoa Military Academy, I witnessed the corruption within the Kuomintang and its disregard for the interests of the people.

The Red Party's ideology was like a fire, igniting in my heart the hope of saving the country and the people.

From that time on, I longed to join your organization, but I never had the means or knew how to join this glorious organization.

His eyes were clear and firm, revealing a sincerity and longing—a deep-seated and unwavering pursuit of justice and ideals, without the slightest impurity.

Upon hearing this, Wang Fuquan's mouth, which had been agape in shock, gradually widened into a grin, his eyes filled with delight, his excitement overflowing, and his voice unconsciously rose a few decibels:

"How about I introduce you to the organization? From today onwards, we are true comrades."

His voice trembled slightly, a mixture of excitement and genuine joy at having found a new like-minded comrade.

Without hesitation, Su Mingzhe reached out and firmly grasped Wang Fuquan's hands:

"Really? This is what I've been dreaming of. For so long, I've been like a lone boat adrift on the sea, and now I've finally found a harbor where I can dock."

Wang Fuquan nodded vigorously, staring intently at Su Mingzhe:

"Of course it's true. Comrades like you, who are capable, ambitious, and wholeheartedly devoted to the people, are exactly what our organization needs."

As he spoke, he slowly put down the food in his hand, and his originally relaxed expression gradually turned serious.

"However, joining the organization is not an easy thing. It means that you will shoulder heavier responsibilities, face more dangers, and may even have to pay the price with your life."

His voice was deep and serious.

"The enemy's cruelty and cunning are beyond imagination. Every step we take could lead us into their trap. Once our identities are exposed, we will be met with endless torment."

Su Mingzhe straightened his back, his eyes burning with a fierce flame:

"I was already prepared. From the moment I decided to pursue the ideals of the Red Party, I had already disregarded life and death."

I am willing to dedicate everything I have to the Red Party and fight for the cause of the people's liberation.

I am not afraid of danger, nor of sacrifice, as long as it can bring light to this land, I will spare no effort.

Wang Fuquan patted Su Mingzhe on the shoulder: "Good! From now on, I will begin preparing for your joining the organization."

To avoid revealing his handwriting, Su Mingzhe carefully wrote an application to join the organization with his left hand, while Wang Fuquan signed his name as the introducer.

However, Su Mingzhe encountered a problem when it came to the applicant's signature area.

After pondering for a moment, Wang Fuquan said:

"Just use the code name. I'll call you by the code name from now on. It'll make it easier to stay infiltrated and be safer."

Wang Fuquan continued, "Let's call you Pine and Cypress. Pine and cypress are evergreen and tenacious, just like you, who can hold fast to your beliefs no matter what storms you face."

After hearing this, Su Mingzhe nodded slightly, a look of agreement in his eyes.

He then solemnly signed the two characters "Songbai".

From that moment on, the Su Mingzhe of the past disappeared forever.

Now, only Comrade Songbai remains.