Chapter 8: Persuasion

Five years ago, Meng Fanxing was merely an innocent young girl experiencing the first stirrings of love. In the blink of an eye, she has blossomed into a graceful young woman, radiating vitality and the exuberance of youth.

Higher, even higher

Mr. Asano, when it comes to dealing with the Chinese, it must be the Chinese themselves. Your subordinate opens his mouth, and people can immediately tell he is Japanese. Will they speak the truth to you?

This sister has a stubborn temper, and the younger brother is not much different. In recent days, Lu Xiyan has found himself caught in the middle, truly feeling like a mouse trapped in a bellows, suffering from both sides.

Do you understand, Asano-kun

What is the matter with Ali's discomfort?

Do you speak Japanese

You are truly beautiful

Who were the ones that could command authority in the French Concession, to the extent that even the French would show deference? Surely, Asano-kun is not unaware of this?" Yukiko Takeuchi said casually

Meng Hao, let me tell you, if you want to die, I won't stop you, but don't drag me down with you!" Lu Xiyan raised her hand and slapped him.

In the blink of an eye, it is the twenty-ninth day of the twelfth lunar month (New Year's Eve), and the clinic is closed for the day. During this festive season, every household is putting up Spring Festival couplets.

There have been more strangers around the clinic, and there are also some idle gang members. Although Lu Xiyan has studied abroad for five years, he has lived in Shanghai for nearly twenty years.

"You have your own matters; can Haozi and I remain uninvolved?" Lu Xiyan said, "If it were us, would you be able to turn a blind eye? Moreover, we have already gotten mixed up in this; it is impossible for you to brush us aside now.

What do you mean, Anzi Ge?

My father is afraid that you won't come, so he insists that I remind you once again

Do you know what kind of character the Japanese have? They kill without blinking. I do not care who your sister is, but at least she is resisting the Japanese, fulfilling the duty of a Chinese person. What about you? What have you done for this country and its people?

I cannot speak softly!

Well

"Anzi Ge, I do not understand what is meant by the greater good of the family and the nation. I only know that we Chinese people emphasize ethics and filial piety, and filial piety is greater than anything else. No reason can surpass this. What day is it today? It is New Year's Eve, a time for family reunion. Why must one find some nonsensical excuse, claiming to be afraid of burdening the family? If the family is afraid of being a burden, then what does it mean to be family?" Meng Hao shouted loudly, covering his face.

Giggle giggle giggle... Meng Fanxing laughed with a silly charm.

"I am sorry, Haozi, sigh..." Lu Xiyan looked up to the sky and sighed, realizing that some matters are beyond reason.

During his five years of studying in France, Lu Xiyan also attempted to date one or two girlfriends. French girls value freedom and romance; however, due to the differences in Eastern and Western cultures, lifestyle habits, dietary customs, and the issues related to each other's values, they ultimately parted ways

I understand, wasn't it agreed upon? Why did you come all this way? Lu Xiyan pouted, this Meng Fanxing is also throwing a tantrum this morning, unable to return home. On this day of reunion, it truly feels unpleasant.

Understood, thank you for your guidance, Miss Yunzi. Ichiro Asano bowed respectfully

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"Hmm, I understand." Lu Xiyan nodded, not noticing that Meng Fanxing had already come to his side. Drinking coffee was a habit he learned from his teacher in France. "I heard from Haozi that before you ran away from home, you were admitted to the preparatory program at Dahuai Medical College and only studied for half a year?"

"Please teach me how to do it?" Lu Xiyan said earnestly

It is not that she cannot return, but rather that she is unwilling to do so, fearing that it would implicate her family

Meng Fanxing nodded

I can understand a little bit

Understood

Mei Mei, let us go back. As a family, we cannot keep this a secret for a lifetime. We agreed that if there are issues, we will face them together. Are the three of us not able to match up to you alone?

Mei Mei, I am studying Japanese, and only you and I know about it. Do not tell anyone else, including Hao Zi

That is enough, just like that, Anzi, please be careful

You useless fools, it has been three days and you have not even managed to investigate the identity of a single woman. What is the point of the Empire paying you such high salaries?

Is it done?

"Haozi, do not make things difficult for your sister; she is not feeling well either..." Lu Xiyan reached out to stop Meng Hao, who was about to rush inside.

"Anzi, why do you want to learn Japanese?" Meng Fanxing felt very surprised; how could Lu Xiyan suddenly want to learn Japanese

It should still be there, right? After the outbreak of the War of Resistance, the school relocated, and it is said that it went to Yunnan, and its name was also changed said Meng Fanxing

Anzi, you know how dangerous this is, I do not want them to get involved Meng Fanxing leaned against the door frame, tears streaming down uncontrollably

Shanghai is the intelligence center of the Far East, where indistinct intelligence spies, agents, intelligence brokers, and anti-Japanese elements opposing the empire are active. Among them, the greatest enemies we face are the underground Communist Party in Shanghai, the military intelligence of the Chongqing government, and the infiltrators of the Central Unification. The teacher once said that the Chinese are most fond of infighting. If we are to occupy and control this rich continent, military conquest is merely one means; the best approach is still to let them fight among themselves.

Blue Gang

It is said that a woman changes greatly by the age of eighteen

Haozi, are you not aware that your sister is in a difficult situation

Do you truly believe that having no activity these past few days means you can pass through safely

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Does Miss Yunzi mean to use elegance to counter elegance

Meng Fanxing's bright eyes flashed with a hint of unusual brilliance

"They are just Japanese people, what is the big deal? This is the French Concession, and I am still a constable in the French Concession. If those Japanese dare to come again, I will break their legs!"

Sister, please come back with me; Father will not blame you, truly

"Mei Mei, how do you say beautiful?"

At his core, he still prefers the modesty and gentle grace of Eastern women

Meng Fanxing turned her head, rubbed her eyes, and pushed the door open to enter the bedroom

Good morning

He is just a small doctor, without money or power, so how could he be targeted by gang members? It goes without saying that there must be someone behind this

It is beautiful...

It is not that simple

Is your student status still active

After finishing the clinic, I still need to stick to the small nest on the second floor

I believe that in the future, I will have many opportunities to interact with Japanese people. If I do not understand what they are saying, would I not be at a disadvantage? Lu Xiyan stated that language is a tool, and in order to understand the enemy better, one must learn to use the enemy's language and everything associated with it

Haozi, what brings you here

Who holds the greatest power on the Bund in Shanghai now? Besides the Japanese, who else is there? Even Boss Du has become afraid of them, abandoning the business he has managed for many years and fleeing to Hong Kong for refuge

Who are these people? He is still unclear about that

Asano-kun is truly an outstanding talent of the Empire, he understands everything with just a hint, " Yuko Takeuchi chuckled and praised him.

It is beautiful

Ichiro Asano was quite angry; he truly could not commend the abilities and efficiency of his subordinates in handling tasks.

Anzi, my father said that you should come over early tonight, so we can all stay up together for the New Year

Miss Yunzi, do you have any insights?

What insights does Miss Yunzi have? Ichiro Asano's lips moved slightly, as if there was some change in his demeanor

Thank you, thank you very much, that pronunciation is incorrect, it should be said like this: arigatou gozaimasu

Is there anything more important than a family reunion

"Anzi, brother and sister." Meng Hao appeared out of nowhere and came in with a thud.

How can one disguise themselves as a geisha and infiltrate a Japanese naval club without knowing Japanese? Wouldn't their speech give them away?

However, it can be utilized

Three days have passed, and yet not even the identity of a single Chinese woman has been clarified, which is simply a disgrace to the police of the Greater Japanese Empire

Chinese people are untrustworthy

Haozi, what nonsense are you talking about? Please lower your voice a little!

Uncle Xiangsheng is truly something; I have already agreed, how could I possibly go back on my word

Do you see nothing in your eyes but the deep affection for your children, with no regard for the greater duty to your country?

Sister, are you really not going back

Anziko, it is not good to drink too much coffee in the evening