Why are you in such a hurry? I didn't come back all night last night. "
It was almost noon when Zheng Xindi saw her man coming back, and she felt a little blamed.
"I'm busy." Wu Chunming picked up the water on the table and took a few big sips: "Hurry and make me something to eat. I have a mission soon."
"Hey, I'm going to do it right away. What a task. I'll see if it makes you nervous."
"Meng Shaoyuan has been arrested and is taking full action."
"Who? Meng Shaoyuan? Benefactor?"
"yes."
"H-how was he caught?"
"I'm not sure. It's related to Du Yuesheng and we are cooperating with him."
"Oh, then what else do you have to eat?" Zheng Xindi took out the half piece of sesame seed cake left over from the morning meal from the cupboard and stuffed it into her man's hand: "Just make do with this, and hurry up and leave. , it’s important to help my benefactor.”
"Hey, this isn't enough."
"Stop being so picky, my benefactor's business is important." Zheng Xindi pushed and pushed the man to the door: "When my benefactor is safe, I will buy meat for you to eat."
"The leader of the Shanghai Youth Gang, Du Shi Yuesheng, who calls himself the 'Three Tycoons,' ignores national laws, sells opium, and poisons the people of the country..."
"Jingbao" suddenly came into full force. Yu Daxiong personally wrote the article and pointed the finger directly at Du Yuesheng.
The quantity of opium inspected, the specific transportation route, who was responsible for the transportation, etc. were described very clearly, as if they handled these cases personally.
The Nationalist Government strictly prohibited opium, and the Shanghai Public Settlement was not subject to Chinese law. Although the Ministry of Industry and Industry explicitly prohibited the presence of opium, they turned a blind eye to these matters.
However, compared with the late Qing Dynasty and the early Republic of China, the number of opium smokers in Shanghai has decreased significantly, and the Chinese people have a very clear understanding of the harm of opium, so they still hate the opium dealers very much.
Now, it suddenly emerged that a large amount of opium shipped to Shanghai had been intercepted, and the boss behind the scenes famously thanked Du Yuesheng, which inevitably caused an uproar in Shanghai public opinion.
Then, Pan Daijiao, the leader of the Shanghai women's rights movement, seemed to have agreed upon it, and said in the "Jingbao" that Du Yuesheng had a total of four wives, which was a complete disrespect for women and trampled on their dignity.
"Jingbao" even announced that it would temporarily change its publication from three days to one every day, which would fully expose Du Yuesheng's face, and put on a posture of fighting to the death with Du Yuesheng.
"Madam, I don't understand the content of the Jingbao. Although the article is sharp, it will not hurt Du Yuesheng. It is just an accusation against his character. In fact, he colluded with the arresting house to arrest National Government official Meng Shaoyuan. Once reported, It will be even more popular and more likely to put Du Yuesheng in danger."
"That way, there will be no room for maneuver." Mrs. Qiangwei said with a smile: "Meng Shaoyuan is very smart. When he is dealing with Du Yuesheng, it is like two people fighting, slapping each other desperately, but never making a fatal blow, never Hit the key points to prevent the opponent from being unable to retreat and having to fight to the death and perish together."
Butler Qiu nodded thoughtfully.
Mrs. Qiangwei picked up the coffee and said, "Go call Yu Daxiong and do your best to report. We will bear the cost of an additional publication."
"OK."
Du Yuesheng was a little confused.
He completely underestimated Meng Shaoyuan's connections and energy.
Opium was suppressed and he could still afford the loss, but the problem was that Peng Youying and Gao Xinbao were arrested one after another. From the news reported by Yuan Yichang, the gang of spies from Nanjing actually charged them with having an affair with Japan.
Is this a big deal?
Once it is announced, he, Du Yuesheng, will become the target of thousands of people in Shanghai.
Framed!
Du Yuesheng knew very well that the spies were there to frame him, but he had no idea what to do.
He can control tens of thousands of Qinggang disciples, but he can't control the spies.
He also approached the webmaster and district chief of Shanghai Station, but all of them avoided him.
It was Yuan Yichang who reminded him quietly: "Meng Shaoyuan, that's the imperial envoy who came with Shang Fang's sword. Who in the Lixing Society dares to go against him?"
What made Du Yuesheng even more angry was that he originally thought that Meng Shaoyuan would suffer a lot in Tilanqiao, but he never expected that he would actually become the emperor there.
Where can one reason from this?
"Mr. Du, Mr. Du." Gu Jiatang came in hurriedly: "Our club on Putuo Road was raided."
"What?" Du Yuesheng stood up suddenly: "What's going on?"
The club on Putuo Road is a casino, and its business is very good. This is also a very important source of funds for Du Yuesheng.
For so many years, it has always been safe and sound.
"The raid was led by Detective Yan from the Putuo Road Police Station."
"Impossible, we pay him so much money every year, why would he lead people to raid our club?"
"I also asked Inspector Yan." Gu Jiatang looked helpless: "Inspector Yan quietly told me that this was an order personally issued by Daniel, the police chief of the Ministry of Industry Bureau, and that he was also planning to revoke our license. Detective Yan also said, 'Go back and ask Mr. Du which evil spirit he offended. He has never seen Daniel speak in such a harsh tone on the phone.'"
Du Yuesheng said in a daze: "Could it be... could it be Meng Shaoyuan who did it again?"
"Mr. Du, Inspector He is here."
"Oh, please."
He Xiquan came in with a sad face. As soon as he saw Du Yuesheng, he said: "Mr. Du, it's over, it's over, it's all over."
"Don't worry, what happened, Detective He?"
"Am I still a detective now?" He Xiquan's expression looked like he was about to cry: "That bastard Daniel, just removed me."
Du Yuesheng was startled again: "How can I remove you?"
"It's not because of Meng Shaoyuan. Daniel said that I arrested Meng Shaoyuan privately and broke the peace agreement. He scolded me severely in the office and then told me to get out."
Du Yuesheng looked pale.
Chinese detectives like these in the public concession had to wait for who knows how many years and spend a lot of money to finally sit in this position.
The detective made them rich, so their expenses were huge, and they never cared about spending money.
Now that this position is lost, their livelihood is cut off. What can they do in the future?
"Inspector He, don't worry, don't be anxious." Du Yuesheng comforted him: "Let's think of another way to see if we can spend a sum of money to reinstate you. As for the living expenses during this period, I will bear all .”
He Xiquan let out a long sigh.
Everyone knows the key to this, which is Meng Shaoyuan. Once this person's problem is solved, all other problems will be solved.
"Mr. Du, Meng Shaoyuan's subordinate Tian Qi is outside asking for a meeting."
"Meng Shaoyuan's subordinate, what is he doing here?" Gu Jiatang was furious: "Mr. Du, leave it to me, I will kick him out now!"
"Calm down." Du Yuesheng's face showed displeasure: "It's already very chaotic now. Please, please invite Mr. Tian Qi."
Tian Qi sat there and put some documents on the coffee table in front of him: "Boss Du, I know that you have a wide network of people and a high status in Shanghai, so it is better to inform you in advance about some things. This is your subordinate's Information handed over by Peng Youying and Gao Xinbao. As a Shanghai civil leader, you, Boss Du, smuggled opium and secretly colluded with the Japanese to sell out national interests. You are simply appalling and a sinner of the nation."
Du Yuesheng is used to seeing big storms, so he did not panic when he heard this: "Mr. Tian, this is fabricated rumors and slander. Although I, Du Yuesheng, have a little reputation, where can I get the information that the Japanese are interested in? How can I betray the country? Benefits? Yuesheng really doesn’t understand, so please ask Mr. Tian to teach me, Yuesheng is all ears.”
He explained the crux of the problem in one sentence.
Tian Qi was unhurried: "Every year, Mr. Du entertains guests, many of whom are government officials. Why? Why not to spy on intelligence? The Japanese are not only interested in our country's military intelligence, but also eager to have economic intelligence." Yes, Mr. Du has this convenience, right?"
"Why bother trying to inflict crimes?" Du Yuesheng smiled bitterly: "It's too easy for your Lixing Society to sort out these things. I'm afraid my two disciples have also been beaten into submission, right?"
"We are cooperating with the interrogation. Of course, those who speak harsh words will inevitably be punished." Tian Qi actually did not deny it at all: "Mr. Du, the information we want to get is available if it is available, and if it is not, we will try our best to find it. Both guns are loaded, who should put down the gun first?"
There was no need for Du Yuesheng to answer, and he clicked on another document:
"This is the information given by Wu Yaozu, the warden of Tilanqiao Prison. It said that he secretly cooperated with He Xiquan, the detective of the Glen Road Prison, and you, Boss Du, to conceal the kidnapping of Lixingshe cadre Meng Shaoyuan and throw him into Tilanqiao Prison. He carried out cruel and inhuman torture, and currently, Meng Shaoyuan is dying and his life is in danger!"
Du Yuesheng and He Xiquan looked at each other and looked at each other.
Meng Shaoyuan is already dying, is his life in danger?
Talking nonsense, Meng Shaoyuan was enjoying his time at Tilanqiao now.
"Boss Du, we are still exercising restraint." Tian Qi said calmly: "Boss Du, you may still be able to find excuses for colluding with the Japanese, but what about the collusion with Wu Yaozu? How can you tell the difference for yourself with his testimony? I don’t know how the people of Shanghai will react once the information is published in the newspapers, but I’m afraid you won’t be able to pass the government’s test, right?”
Du Yuesheng is a smart man. He understood what he said as soon as he heard this. He clasped his fists and said, "Mr. Tian, thank you for informing me in advance. Mr. Tian, what do you want me, Du, to do about this matter?"
"Boss Du, you are a face-saving person." Tian Qi stood up: "The grievances between you and Minister Kong made it difficult for you to ride a tiger. Therefore, Meng Shaoyuan left a way for you. Think about the last thing you said that day. Just a word."
The last thing you said that day? What is it? Ah, right.
"Meng, if you can leave Shanghai intact, I, Du Yuesheng, will host a banquet with eighteen tables to apologize to you!"
Du Yuesheng suddenly understood that Meng Shaoyuan had already set the steps for him to get off!
