Chapter 9, Military Intelligence, The Raincoat Man (2)

However, he quickly closed his mouth, for Zeng Yangfu's delicate face had now turned completely dark. The two men in raincoats standing behind him had already placed their hands on their waists

Regarding Xue Yue's cooperation, Zeng Yangfu was relatively satisfied and nodded at that moment: "In fact, this matter is not difficult, but if we say it is not difficult, it still requires some effort. I need you to provide me with a highly capable combat unit, and the issue of loyalty must be guaranteed"

Confirm?

The wind outside was strong, and the place was desolate, with only Zeng Yangfu, who had just stepped out the door, remaining. He glanced at the urgently assembled guard company and then looked up at the overcast sky, raising the corners of his mouth in a meaningful smile

Shouldn't the blame be directed at me now? I said, this is the intention from above. "Zeng Yangfu pointed to the sky: From now on, General Xue Yue of the 19th Group Army will temporarily leave his command position at the Hu-Song front and lead his direct troops to rendezvous with General Zhang Zhizhong. In recognition of the arduous efforts in combat and outstanding achievements, he is specially promoted to the rank of Major General.

"How many people are needed?" Xue Yue raised his eyebrows in confusion. He could not understand why this solitary deputy of the Military Commission would ask him for a troop. Could it be for the purpose of protection?

"Do not ask me why, General Xue. You are a person who has weathered storms and should understand better than I do that the fewer secrets of the Military Commission one knows, the longer one can live." After saying this, he cast a sidelong glance, his gaze sweeping over everyone present: "In any case, gentlemen, please do not go against your own lives."

Looking at his expression, he seems to be contemplating something

The reason why the public reacts so strongly is not out of fear of the clean and fair-skinned young man, Zeng Yangfu, but rather due to lingering apprehension about the powerful forces behind him. This formidable power is none other than the Military Commission.

The secretary hurriedly stuffed the gun into her pocket and rushed out the door

"It doesn't matter, take your time to think. I need a precise answer, not a thoughtless, perfunctory response that just comes to your lips." Zeng Yangfu's voice was like being immersed in lukewarm water, neither cold nor hot

I am extremely sorry, it was my indiscretion. Upon hearing the other party's blatant threats and warnings, Xue Yue suddenly recalled certain terrifying past events, and his heart was filled with shock. In an instant, beads of sweat the size of soybeans began to form on his forehead, and a strong sense of suffocation surged within his nasal cavity.

Teaching Brigade, Yang Kai!" Zeng Yangfu spoke decisively.

This ... ... let me think" The advisor was about to flatter with a few kind words, but unexpectedly, Zeng Yangfu suddenly asked this question, which left him in a dilemma, and he could only scratch his ears and ponder.

Yang Kai, Yang Kai

I understand, I will definitely implement the Chairman's instructions. After a fierce psychological struggle, Xue Yue's tightly furrowed brows finally relaxed, and a faint smile appeared at the corners of his mouth, albeit a very forced one

The few generals standing behind him were no better off; each one had a pale complexion and unconsciously retreated until their backs hit the wall, only then realizing their own loss of composure

"Alas, you!" Zeng Yangfu extended his slender fingers to dust off the grime from his military cap and said meaningfully: "Shanghai has now become an unending tug-of-war. Neither you, I, nor our adoptive father, nor even Chairman Jiang, wish for the entirety of the National Army's resources to be exhausted. Since the strategic objectives have been achieved, we can be more assertive at the Cairo Conference. You can afford to wait, but they cannot!"

Just take me directly to my foster father! The China-U.S. Cooperative, my subordinate knows the way. Well, there is no time to waste, I should be heading back as well. " Zeng Yangfu yawned.

Hmm! Zeng Yangfu relaxed his brow and asked without turning his head: "Do you know the specific direction to which Yang Kai and the others retreated at that time?"

Deliver this to my guard company and instruct them to prepare... No! Quickly assist the brothers from the Military Intelligence, and have them head towards the vicinity of the Yu family residence, spare no effort in searching for the allied forces led by Yang Kai, and be responsible for covering their retreat to... At this point, Xue Yue's command faltered. Since he did not know why the powerful figure behind Zeng Yangfu was looking for Yang Kai, he naturally also did not know what they intended to do with Yang Kai. Because all of this, up until now, remained an untouchable mystery.

"Advisor, is the final battle report of the Instructional Corps in your hands?"

Let us put an end to this topic!" Zeng Yangfu waved his hand, and the raincoat-clad individual took a step back, retracting his hand back into his clothing. Zeng Yangfu's narrow, elongated eyes once again turned towards the map on the table

The advisor's index finger continued to tap on his forehead, and after a while, his eyes finally lit up: "I remember now, the Yu family residence, yes, it's the Yu family residence!"

Hehe, the mountain rain is about to come, the wind fills the building

"Alright, the China-U.S. cooperative society, by the way, bring me a message: if you cannot find Yang Kai's troops or if any accidents occur during the escort, just bring their heads to me!" Xue Yue said sternly

Alright, then let this matter be settled! Zeng Yangfu said: "I came here today with a total of two matters. For now, the major issue has been resolved, and there is one small matter that I would trouble Commander Xue to assist with. Just a word on this, as it is a special instruction from my adoptive father"

Who

"Is this really how it ends?" Xue Yue still felt unwilling.

The so-called Military統, also known as the "Investigation and Statistics Bureau of the Military Commission of the National Government," is a mysterious organization primarily composed of military personnel, organized by Chiang Kai-shek in imitation of Mussolini's "Blackshirts." The external members of the Military統 are elusive and difficult to trace, distributed throughout the Nationalist army, police, administrative agencies, and even embassies abroad, specializing in activities such as surveillance, kidnapping, arrest, and assassination. Its leader, Dai Li, is notorious as a political devil, to the extent that, in the subconscious of these officers, they would rather take a few bullets than be associated with such a terrifying organization.

Oh? At this moment, Xue Yue was also intrigued by Zeng Yangfu and couldn't help but ask, "Then what is the second matter? Whatever I, Xue, can do, I will not hesitate to say it."

At this moment, the advisor was still immersed in deep fear and did not hear Zeng Yangfu's call. It was not until Xue Yue beside him shouted angrily that he came to his senses, hurriedly nodding and bowing. However, he was probably suffering from aftereffects due to the two previous scares from Xue Yue, and when he spoke now, it was like the buzzing of a mosquito, completely lacking in confidence

Absolutely certain! The advisor stated with conviction: "The location for the transmission of the battle report I received is on the northern bank of the river. If they wish to escape, they can only continue to retreat northward and engage in guerrilla warfare in the civilian area of the Yu family residence. As for other routes, whether heading east, west, or south, they will be surrounded by large forces of the Japanese army, and the outcome will inevitably be that they are encircled."

Xue Yue is not a fool; this is indeed the best time to show goodwill to the Military Intelligence Bureau. If he does not seize this opportunity, he could face serious consequences. At that moment, he took out his service pistol from the holster and tossed it to his secretary without even looking.

Hmm! I am very satisfied with this answer. Zeng Yangfu clapped his hands and then turned his smiling gaze towards Xue Yue, as if waiting for his next move

"Yang Kai? Isn't he under Liu Zishu? What do we need him for?" Xue Yue was truly perplexed, unable to comprehend why this person before him would want him to sift through the battlefield like a grain of sand, searching for such a trivial discarded piece.

This, specifically, I am not sure about. "I mainly want you to send a troop to assist my subordinates in finding a person, a person of utmost importance."

Before long, he twisted his aching neck, leaned his head towards Xue Yue's ear, and spoke in a voice only the two of them could hear: "Remember my advice, for the greater good, anyone can be sacrificed. Do not forget that old saying: A general's success is built on the bones of countless others"