Chapter 4: Discovery

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"Anzi Ge, you speak, what should we do?" Meng Hao had admired Lu Xiyan since childhood, so he never doubted anything Lu Xiyan said

Meng Fanxing was wearing pajamas, draped in a gray coat, and slowly descended from the attic, barefoot, with a pale complexion, clearly feeling quite cold

Xiao Hao, let Anzi Ge finish speaking. Meng Fanxing seemed to understand Lu Xiyan's thoughts a bit; this was a very risky move, but if used well, it could yield remarkable results

In other words, no one has seen Mei Mei's true appearance. This is the French Concession, and the Japanese have no authority to arrest anyone here unless they present evidence; otherwise, the authorities of the French Concession will have to consider the implications.

"Anzi, I can only tell you that everything I have done is what a Chinese person should do." Meng Fanxing, with tears streaming down her face, stood up and was about to walk out, "Xiao Hao, I am sorry to you and father, just consider that I have never come back."

Meng Hao pushed open the partition of the attic, and as soon as his head poked in, he was startled and let out a scream, causing him to tumble directly down the ladder, landing on his back with all fours in the air

The female spy is none other than my sister

Sister, tell me, which side do you truly belong to?

"If you don't speak, won't it spare us from trouble?" Meng Hao shouted, "The Japanese are everywhere capturing you; their plainclothes officers and military police are all over the British and French concessions!"

"Sit down, both of you calm down first." Lu Xiyan poured a glass of water for both siblings, "You are siblings, blood is thicker than water. Is there anything that cannot be openly discussed?"

"No, I was wearing makeup at that time," Meng Fanxing shook her head

"Sister, which side do you belong to, the underground party or the Chongqing faction?" Meng Hao was not foolish; he understood immediately. To be able to infiltrate the Japanese Navy Club and steal confidential information, it was likely not something an ordinary 'anti-Japanese' organization could accomplish

Over the past three years, the father and son have truly endured an immense amount of pain and grievances, especially the death of Meng Hao's mother, while the disappearance of Meng Fanxing has been the greatest catalyst

The siblings met, and it was quite awkward

Meimei must make a public appearance

The Japanese do not dare to cross the line at present, but it is hard to say what will happen in the future. Meng Hao nodded.

"Xiao Hao, I am sorry, but my sister has her principles and really cannot say anything." Meng Fanxing said with difficulty

"Xiao Hao, it is the elder sister who is at fault. Whatever grievances you have, just vent them on your elder sister." Meng Fanxing had a face full of guilt.

Is that you, Xiao Hao

At least in terms of diplomacy, Japan still prides itself on being a civilized nation

"Haozi, calm down a bit. Is it useful to be this loud?" Lu Xiyan was also angry.

Xiao Hao, I do not know how to explain to you and Dad. I will be gone for three years, and I haven't even sent you a letter. I am afraid you will not understand

A probe

What are you looking at me for? Am I wrong in what I said?

Lu Xiyan truly finds himself at a loss; he cannot predict what will happen next

"Anzi Ge, are you saying that the person the Japanese are trying to capture is my sister?" Meng Hao's eyes widened in shock, larger than copper bells.

Ghost, there is a female ghost

Has anyone seen your front side, Mei Mei

"Meimei, Haozi is not wrong. If you want us to help you, it is best that you tell us the truth," Lu Xiyan said

The siblings both looked at Lu Xiyan, their eyes revealing a hint of surprise, as if they were meeting him for the first time

I ... ...

Do you not remember the injury on your own face from the day before yesterday

"I am sorry, is a simple apology enough? After you left without saying goodbye, mother fell ill soon after and passed away shortly thereafter. Father's health also deteriorated, and he was forced to retire early due to pressure from above. All of this is because of you, because of you!" Meng Hao's emotions erupted completely as he accused with a hoarse voice.

"Discipline, what nonsense is this discipline? Can one not even speak to their own relatives?" Meng Hao could no longer remain calm, angrily smashing the cup down onto the coffee table, hot water splashing out, though the cup itself was sturdy.

Xiao Hao, I am sorry

It is an intelligence report

"It is I, Xiao Hao." Meng Fanxing lowered her head, not daring to look at her younger brother. If it weren't for her feet being somewhat numb from the cold in the attic, she would not have been unable to resist moving slightly. The attic floor, having aged, was also somewhat loose.

"Anzi, you knew all along, why didn't you tell me? Do you still consider me your brother?" Meng Hao pointed at Lu Xiyan and questioned loudly

Sister, it has been three years, three years, where have you gone? Not a single letter from home, do you know how father and I have been getting by these three years?

Come back, look at you now, if you walk out of here like this, the three of us will be doomed

"Xiao Hao, please don't ask anymore, I really cannot say anything," Meng Fanxing pleaded, "If I do, it will only implicate you and father"

... ...

"Haozi, Meimei, both of you calm down a bit." Lu Xiyan stepped forward, pulling the two apart, and said earnestly, "Meimei's sudden departure must have her reasons; Haozi, perhaps your sister is also in a situation beyond her control?"

First, Mei Mei hiding here with me is definitely not a long-term solution. Moreover, that Japanese man Asano has already begun to suspect me today. Although he has not discovered Mei Mei, I fear he will not easily dispel this suspicion.

"This voice, why does it sound so familiar?" Meng Hao, feeling dizzy from the fall, found his mind still somewhat unclear

Sister, is it really you?" Meng Hao got up from the ground, his eyes wide with shock as if they were about to pop out of their sockets. He rubbed his eyes, unable to believe that this was reality

With a sharp command, Meng Fanxing halted his steps, and even Meng Hao calmed down.

"Sister, what exactly did you take from the Japanese Navy Club?" Meng Hao's question was precisely what Lu Xiyan was curious about in her heart

It cannot be hidden anyway, as this young man has already seen it all

"Since you have returned, why do you not go home?" Meng Hao inquired

Meng Hao is an outstanding constable; had he not been born in this chaotic era, he would undoubtedly have become the most renowned detective on the Bund in Shanghai

Meng Hao shuddered all over, finally regaining a measure of calmness

"Haozi, don't make things difficult for your sister. Those in this line of work have their own rules," Lu Xiyan once again came to Meng Fanxing's rescue.

"Haozi, think about it yourself. Given your sister's current situation, can she just go back like this?" Lu Xiyan explained on behalf of Meng Fanxing

One must always prepare for the worst. A person like Asano Ichirō is certainly not easily deceived. Although Lu Xiyan is young, his ability to read people and situations is truly exceptional

"What? There are female ghosts? There can't be any female ghosts in broad daylight!" Lu Xiyan went up and covered the boy's mouth, "Keep your voice down, or you'll really summon a ghost!"

Ah!

I do not understand, we do not understand, you have been gone for more than three years, without a single word, do you still consider me and father as your family?

At that time, I unexpectedly ran into Mei Mei in a lane next to yours. Mei Mei was being pursued by the Japanese, and her foot was injured. If it weren't for you stopping those Japanese plainclothes officers, it would have been really difficult for Mei Mei and me to escape.

"Meimei, what have you been doing these past three years? You don't have to tell me, but can you not even share this with your closest relatives?" Lu Xiyan also wanted to know which side Meng Fanxing belonged to

There is another question, without a ladder, how did you get up to the attic

The three individuals must calmly confront the upcoming difficulties

It's fine, arguing behind closed doors; it would be troublesome if outsiders heard us

The atmosphere has become awkward

I was almost discovered

"Anzi, the Japanese are hunting for my sister. If you let her appear in public, isn't that just walking into a trap?"

"Xiao Hao, I am truly sorry..." Meng Fanxing covered her face, weeping uncontrollably

No, the Japanese captured a female spy who was stealing classified information, but it is not Mei Mei

Haozi, it is truly unnecessary...

Meimei, I will help you down

Is this difficult

Neither of you siblings is a source of peace of mind

"Anzi, you need not worry; today I am determined to help you drive those mice out of your nest." Meng Hao was resolute in his decision to go up to the attic