Chapter 10 is exactly what one desires
So, are you saying that it was Old Zheng who chose me? Although there is a sense of satisfaction, Chen Miao still outwardly displayed a hint of emotional dissatisfaction. Going undercover in the enemy's organization is even more dangerous than lurking in the occupied area
"The cipher machine is such an important item, yet Old Zheng actually..."
Sister Xueqin, the piece you are performing tomorrow is "Du Shiniang," which is your specialty. Changing the piece at the last minute could affect your reputation, " Qiao'er said.
After finishing lunch, Chen Miao lay down on the bed for a nap, feeling much more refreshed. He got up to check the wound on his left shoulder and found that a layer of scab had already formed.
Reapply the medication and perform the dressing again
I purchased a ticket for the 5:30 PM movie and entered the venue on time
Why hasn't Old Zheng come? Chen Miao was quite surprised, as Old Zheng has always been hands-on. She couldn't help but wonder what kind of relationship Wu Xin had with Old Zheng that allowed her to represent him.
I am a soldier, and a soldier's duty is to obey orders. Since Boss Dai has given an order, I will comply. Chen Miao remained silent for a while, his expression changing unpredictably, before slowly saying, "However, it may not be so easy to make Chen Mingchu and Wang Tianheng believe me."
This is a suggestion from the representative area to Boss Dai, and Boss Dai has also agreed.
"Old Zheng has something urgent and cannot return, so he asked me to come find you." Wu Xin and Chen Miao sat closely together, her head slightly tilted towards his shoulder, appearing like a pair of young lovers in the eyes of those behind them
He has studied pingtan since childhood and has also learned from the renowned pingtan master Mr. Jiang Zhitian for a period of time. Naturally, he has a fondness for this art form, and visiting book halls has become one of his few hobbies, which is also a way for him to "relieve stress"
"You need a stepping stone. We have altered the coding equations and will deliberately create some false encrypted messages. Once you are exposed, we will cut off communication, so they should not suspect you. " Wu Xin explained, "Then we will issue a sanction order against you. Your identity will only be known to me, Old Zheng, and Deputy District Chief Dai; no one else will be aware of it."
There is no other way, as Old Gu is ill and we cannot find a suitable partner at the last minute. As long as we patiently explain, the audience will be able to understand
"You silly girl, what nonsense are you talking about?" Liang Xueqin's cheeks instantly flushed red, and she pretended to reach out to hit Qiao'er in anger.
Liang Xueqin sighed; this child Qiao'er still does not understand the complexities of human emotions, always displaying her joys, anger, sorrows, and happiness on her face. In this chaotic world, relying on beauty for support can lead to suffering. I hope she matures sooner.
On Nanjing Road, Chen Miao instinctively stopped in front of the Huaiquan Building, where the advertisement board at the entrance indeed displayed a poster for the performance by the "Queen of Pingtan" Liang Xueqin.
I mean, could you conveniently deliver a copy to him as well? That should be acceptable, right? Liang Xueqin explained, almost revealing the matter of Chen Miao's injury.
"Old Zheng has secretly returned the cipher machine; it can serve as your stepping stone to enter." Wu Xin said
"This is asking me to go undercover." Chen Miao feigned great surprise, and Zheng Jiayuan indeed did not disappoint him, choosing to have him infiltrate Project 76.
Having interacted for several years, Liang Xueqin could not possibly be unaware of Chen Miao. She could surmise that Chen Miao did not dislike her, but rather had unspoken concerns or personal reservations.
This partner, Lao Gu, was still brought in by him to assist Liang Xueqin
Alright, I understand. Chen Miao took a deep breath; he had somewhat overestimated Chen Mingchu's character. This fellow not only recognizes a thief as his father, seeking personal gain at the expense of the nation, but he is also so despicable and unscrupulous in his methods.
Sister Xueqin, I know that you have always been thinking about performing on stage with Third Brother just once, and you also want the whole world to know that you are already taken
Although it is said that a single performance showcases an artist's skill more effectively and places higher demands on the artist, in terms of the artistic presentation, it is significantly weaker than a dual performance
Moreover, the repertoire for solo performances is relatively limited, especially for female artists, as many solo programs are not suitable for female pingtan performers
The performance piece "Du Shiniang"
The poster was put up five days ago, which means that the repertoire for this concert performance was already determined a week ago, and furthermore, the tickets for the performance have already sold out
"Where did this message come from?" Chen Miao asked in astonishment
Old Zheng means that only by sending someone to get close to Wang, Chen, and others can we grasp their whereabouts and provide accurate intelligence for the assassination of our action team Wu Xin said, "He believes you are the most suitable candidate"
Liang Xueqin's ointment for sores is truly remarkable; the products of our ancestors are not inferior to those of the Westerners. It is just that in the process of inheritance, many good things have been lost.
"Qiao'er, did he really agree?" Liang Xueqin was somewhat surprised upon hearing Qiao'er's report. She was an artist who earned her living through performances and could be considered a semi-urbanite, having experienced much more than the average person.
I think, what is wrong with having Third Brother help you?" Qiao'er pouted her lips and said discontentedly
"In other words, is it possible that I might die at the hands of my own people?" Chen Miao expressed a hint of fear and unease, "Does Old Zheng have any plans? Should I go directly to find Chen Mingchu?"
Chen Miao is now unable to return home, which indicates that he has gotten himself into considerable trouble; otherwise, given his role in assisting and the connections he has accumulated in the horse racing association.
The injury on Chen Miao's shoulder is clearly a gunshot wound
As a daughter, she has already made her feelings quite clear. Is it necessary for her to speak directly? Once rejected, everything will be irretrievable.
He did not wait for Zheng Jiayuan; the person who arrived was Wu Xin
Chen Miao is not concerned about what movie is being shown; he enters the cinema actually to meet someone, as he has arranged with Zheng Jiayuan.
She does not want to distract Chen Miao because of her own matters
The night before last, she did not mention anything about Old Gu's illness; if it had not been for Chen Miao suddenly asking about Qiao'er when he was about to leave, she would not have said anything either
However, he knows that if he had not reached out to help, Liang Xueqin would likely have faced great difficulties this year, given how those people had forced her into such a situation back then
Chen Miao only lingered for a short while in front of the Huiquan Building before heading towards the West New World. Before long, he arrived in front of the Daguangming Cinema.
On stage, female performers generally collaborate with male performers, occupying a subordinate position that reflects the traditional ideology of male superiority and female inferiority. Solo female performers are quite rare in the field of storytelling and ballad singing, and those who can achieve the status of "xiangdang" are even more exceptional.
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The performances of Pingtan artists are categorized into single, double, and multiple sections, with double sections being the most common. In the case of a male-female pairing in a double section, the male artist typically plays the sanxian, while the female plays the pipa
No, we have received news that Chen Mingchu and Ding Mohan are preparing to take action against your confidante, the owner of the Qintai at Tingxuelou. This presents an excellent opportunity for you
I do not know either, I am just conveying a message from Old Zheng. From now on, we will communicate through a single line, and you will no longer have any contact with anyone else in the district, as they may also regard you as a traitor
"Du Shiniang" is a dual-act program, and Liang Xueqin cannot perform it alone. If a suitable temporary partner cannot be found, then the repertoire will have to be changed
At that time, it is acceptable to apply some subtle makeup to alter one's appearance, so as not to present oneself in one's true form, which is not a significant issue
"Old hen soup, he is not sick, why drink chicken soup? It would be more appropriate to send it to Boss Gu instead," Qiao'er said with a pout.
"Sister Xueqin, if you don't speak up, how will Third Brother know your thoughts?" Qiao'er continued to complain, "Third Brother is the same; he clearly knows Sister Xueqin's feelings for him, yet as a grown man, he doesn't take the initiative to say anything.
"What arrangements does the higher authority have?" Chen Miao inquired
I understand, I will go buy it first thing tomorrow morning. Qiao'er replied with a face full of displeasure.
How could she not feel a trace of dissatisfaction in her heart
Boss Dai has already ordered our Shanghai division to impose sanctions on Wang Tianheng, Chen Mingchu, and others, with Old Zheng responsible for the implementation of the specific plan
This woman possesses a heart that is understanding and compassionate, which is one of the reasons why Chen Miao regards her as a kindred spirit; being with her feels incredibly comfortable
This is a major taboo, especially when there are other performance artists sharing the stage. Even if one switches to a program they are skilled at, they may still be criticized by the audience and lose their credibility
You, stop being childish. Tomorrow morning, go to the vegetable market and buy an old hen, and in the afternoon, bring it over to make soup.
Chen Miao changed into a clean set of clothes, carrying an umbrella, and prepared to go out
"Then what is my task?" Chen Miao did not feel surprised
Since he had promised Qiao'er, if Liang Xueqin truly could not find a partner to perform on stage with her, he would have no choice but to lend her a hand this one time
Old Zheng told me that Number 76 will not immediately trust you, but they will not kill you right away either. The current policy of Number 76 is to recruit and subvert the undercover agents of the Military Intelligence Bureau and the Central Bureau of Investigation in Shanghai. If you go there, after identification, even if they do not immediately reuse you, they will use you in the future. Your previous work was limited to intelligence editing and telecommunications. In fact, the Shanghai district has been continuously placing our people into Number 76, but the results have not been very ideal, and the intelligence obtained has been limited. We urgently need someone who can infiltrate the core department of Number 76 to provide more accurate and detailed intelligence.
Although he had helped Liang Xueqin through her most difficult times in the past, over the years, Liang Xueqin had also assisted him significantly. If one were to meticulously account for everything, it would turn out that neither of them truly owes the other much.
"Yes," Lao Zheng said, "among all the external and internal staff in the Shanghai district offices, the only person I can absolutely trust is you. As for the others, there is no guarantee they won't take the opportunity to betray us." Wu Xin nodded in agreement.
He just wants to live comfortably like this for a lifetime, but he has a mission in Shanghai. He is a soldier with faith and cannot be bound by personal feelings for his children.
If a minor inconvenience can be resolved without reason, how could Qiao, being young and inexperienced, not understand it
"Alright, Qiao'er, your third brother has his own difficulties, so let's not make it hard for him. For tomorrow's performance, I will change to another piece and go on stage alone," Liang Xueqin said.
But I am just an internal staff member, and I have no experience in this area. Moreover, I have already escaped from Chen Mingchu once; if I were to actively seek his support, he would not trust me at all. " Chen Miao shook his head and said
Gunshot wounds are not a trivial matter