Chapter 9, Intelligence Gathering

You will receive the answer

Did Mr. Su not deceive me as well

You only need to inform someone about these matters, and it will not jeopardize your safety. Moreover, if you cooperate, your future elderly life could be quite comfortable

This time I am here to discuss a transaction with you, and even if it is not successful, it does not matter. I understand that for you, the most important thing is confidentiality

There is no time for you to adapt and adjust your performance now. Remember, your task today is to protect me. Fire according to my gestures, do not kill the opponent, only perform warning shots. Do you understand

What is this

The first snowflakes nodded gently, then rose and fell a few times before quickly disappearing into the shadows of the warehouse. Almost simultaneously, a figure appeared at the entrance of the warehouse, cautiously observing the night stars before him, clearly taken aback. However, the expression on his face twisted considerably.

In summary, I will not be the one to bring you harm

Before class today, the handgun ordered by Ye Xing had also arrived. Not only the gun itself, but even the silencer and bullets were thoughtfully included. Chu Xue took out the gun, playing with it affectionately, which made Ye Xing smile wryly. If she were a boy, it would be understandable to have a passion for firearms. But how could a girl like her be so enthusiastic about guns? Thinking of this, he shook his head. How could a girl like her be so enthusiastic about guns? Thinking of this, he shook his head.

What is the answer

The first snow seemed to sense the situation of the night stars and inquired softly

Walking through the crowded throng, Ye Xing feigned nonchalance as she observed a man not far from her. In this commercial city, even as night fell, the brilliance of the *Picture* Book Market remained undiminished; rather, it seemed to shine even brighter. At that moment, the man turned around, glanced around briefly, and quickly vanished into the crowd. Meanwhile, the communicator in Ye Xing's ear transmitted the still monotonous voice of Chu Xue, lacking in intonation and inflection. At that moment, the man turned around, glanced around briefly, and quickly vanished into the crowd. Meanwhile, the communicator in Ye Xing's ear transmitted the still monotonous voice of Chu Xue, lacking in intonation and inflection.

What do you want to do

The night sky was dotted with stars, and following the words of the first snow, she once again spotted that man in the crowd—Su Zhizhen, the primary target of their mission.

Of course, the future will also change. It all depends on your actions

Indeed, it has failed

Su Zhizhen is thirty-eight years old this year, in the prime of his life. He works as a mechanic at a local auto repair shop, but this is merely his surface identity. At the same time, he is the second-in-command of a multinational smuggling group, with a fortune exceeding one million. Su Zhizhen is a cautious and meticulous person; he discreetly and diversely hides his money in foreign bank accounts, and his savings books and credit cards are stored in Swiss bank vaults under the guise of valuable items. He has his own plans: once he turns forty, he intends to wash his hands of this life and enjoy a leisurely and comfortable existence abroad. Although the police have suspected him several times, he has managed to conceal his activities perfectly, and his cunning nature has made it impossible for the police to take action against him.

Of course

Mr. Su, you have a daughter, correct

The night stars shrugged their shoulders, presenting an appearance of indifference.

Thinking of this, he took out an object wrapped in a black plastic bag from his pocket and placed it in Chuxue's hand

Two days later, Ye Xing arrived at a warehouse located in the southern part of the city. After ensuring that there were no *illustrators* around, he made a gesture. Chu Xue immediately leaped down gracefully from above and silently approached Ye Xing. "That guy is probably on his way here," Ye Xing said, glancing at his watch. For the past two days, he had been tracking the target and accurately relaying the information about his surveillance. Today, however, he had slipped up, and it was likely that the guy would show up in a few minutes. For the past two days, he had been tracking the target and accurately relaying the information about his surveillance. Today, however, he had slipped up, and it was likely that the guy would show up in a few minutes.

I am just an ordinary mechanic, did you take the wrong medicine

However, you can rest assured that this is merely a matter of self-preservation. I will not give the order to shoot at you

Su Zhizhen interrupted Ye Xing's words

You wouldn't want to be pursued by the police after washing your hands of it, would you

At the moment he passed through the alley, he had already noticed that the target, disguised as an old man collecting scrap, was squatting inside the alley, pretending to beg while vigilantly observing his surroundings. His right hand had taken on a strange, twisted shape, tucked into his bosom. However, Yexing immediately discerned that the man had noticed someone was following him

Indeed, I merely wish to request that you provide information regarding the channels and routes of your smuggling activities

At that moment, Su Zhizhen suddenly pulled out a gun from his bosom, but before he could aim, there was a loud "bang" and the gun in Su Zhizhen's hand had already flown away to an unknown location. His face turned pale, and he involuntarily took two steps back, pointing at Ye Xing.

Mr. Su Zhizhen

"Washing one's hands of a matter is a good choice, but the things that have been done cannot be erased."

The reason Night Star is tracking him is quite simple, yet not easy to accomplish: to turn him into an insider, thereby providing a route through private channels. As for who the buyer is, Night Star has always refrained from inquiring. It could be the police, certain politicians looking to get a piece of the action, or perhaps fellow travelers looking to engage in underhanded dealings. However, none of this concerns Night Star; all he needs to do is break through the other party's defenses, enabling him to provide information and leads to the intelligence trafficker, and that is sufficient.

The night snow did not hastily turn left; he pretended to be forced by the crowded people, rushing forward. In the brief moment of passing through the alley, he glanced at the situation within and couldn't help but let out a cold smile.

Failure

What do you mean? What should I wash my hands for?

The Walther PPK/S 9mm caliber pistol. This should be essential for you, shouldn't it

After receiving the command from Night Star, First Snow quickly approached him and joined him. She maintained her usual expressionless demeanor, merely inquiring with her eyes about what to do next.

I am merely foreseeing the future

Su Zhi frowned

... ... ''

Thus, Ye Xing set a trap for him to fall into

Of course not, but as long as you provide the information, the things you are worried about will not happen

You, you deceived me

Ye Xing extended a hand to stop Su Zhi Zhen from continuing. At the same time, a mysterious smile appeared on his face

However, even if you want that information... I...

Ye Xing extended both hands towards him, spreading them open. This was to indicate that he was not carrying any weapons (in fact, Ye Xing never used firearms; as for the "Snake Tooth"—the whip found at https://wwwhetushu.com, it was usually disguised as a belt, coiled around his waist). Additionally, it was to demonstrate to the other party that his attitude was not as menacing as they might have imagined.

Who are you

You do not need to do anything, just speak. Moreover, I will ensure that you receive the answer

How can you make me believe what you are saying? Moreover, what if things get exposed

Night Star secretly praised him; from this question, he could tell that Su Zhizhen was a man with a shrewd mind who understood the nuances of success and failure. In fact, when he learned from the intelligence that Su Zhizhen intended to retire at the age of forty and enjoy a carefree life abroad, he had already included him as a target for his acquisition.

Are you the only one here

Su Zhizhen remained vigilant as he observed his surroundings, while simultaneously contemplating the intentions of the other party

Su Zhizhen stopped speaking; he took a cigarette out of his pocket and lit it. Clearly, he was hesitating

If she knew that her father was a criminal, how do you think she would feel? When others ask her where her father is, do you really want her to answer that her father is in prison?

The night star nodded slightly

Su Zhizhen has gone in

Stop joking!

Destination, turn right, fifty meters

Su Zhizhen cautiously observed the surroundings while frowning and inquiring sternly.

Seeking my assistance

The night stars softly spoke

Although this was said, Yexing did not show a look of frustration. On the contrary, a faint smile appeared at the corner of his mouth

The target, the small alley on the left, has vanished

Su Zhizhen's face suddenly turned much paler, and he cautiously glanced around. The boy in front of him, with his book, appeared to be nothing more than a mere child. Yet, the inexplicable terror emanating from him made even someone like Su, who was accustomed to grand scenes, tremble. Moreover, the boy seemed to have completely seen through him with just a casual remark. This made Su Zhizhen feel a sense of fear; reflecting on it now, he realized that he had noticed someone following him for two consecutive days. Today, while attempting to shake off the tail, he had intended to give the other party a warning, but the other party was calmly waiting for him here. In terms of both intelligence and strategy, he was far inferior to the other party. ... But ...

Let us conclude here for today, and discuss it further another time

Ye Xing still wore that serene and contented smile. Although gunshots rang out, the warehouse where Ye Xing was located was very remote, and no one would hear them at all

Su Zhizhen inquired

However, Night Star no longer answered his question and instead turned to leave

I am merely an intermediary, acting on behalf of others to seek your assistance

Su Zhizhen is clearly contemplating, but mere words are insufficient to sway him.

Which organization do you work for? The police?

You are threatening me

The reason why being an undercover agent is an extremely challenging job lies in this fact. It requires not only intelligence gathering skills, investigative abilities, and tracking capabilities, but also various professional methods such as interrogation, intimidation, and more. It is already quite rare for an ordinary person to excel in just one of these areas, let alone possess all of them. Even though Shuxue, as an assassin, is an exceptional talent among the thousands, if she were tasked with becoming an undercover agent, she would not achieve significant results.

Nice to meet you for the first time, Mr. Su

What is the matter with you