Meng Shaoyuan hung the camera he bought from a reporter for 100 yuan on his chest.
In his hand, a white handkerchief hung from a branch.
On the battlefield, this generally represents the white flag.
Surrender, negotiate, or be a peacemaker.
Warring parties are unlikely to immediately shoot someone waving a white flag.
"who?"
Two Japanese soldiers appeared.
This was originally a Japanese-controlled area.
"One of our own, one of our own." Meng Shaoyuan said hurriedly in proficient Japanese.
He was really grateful to his Japanese teacher Yuri Yamashita. She taught him such proficient Japanese that she helped him complete so many tasks.
What is Yamashita Yuri doing now?
Within a few minutes, he was brought to Captain Hashimoto.
"I am Kudo Shinichi from Huari News." Meng Shaoyuan introduced himself politely. He originally wanted to give himself a very domineering Japanese name:
Takenori Akagi!
However, when he was introducing himself, Conan suddenly appeared in his mind. He is a detective and he is an expert in micro-expressions. The two seem to have a lot in common, right?
Hearing that the other party had a strong Kyoto accent, Captain Hashimoto couldn't help but frown: "The war is going on now. Mr. Reporter, what are you doing here?"
"I took great risks and passed the Chinese defense zone." Meng Shaoyuan's expression seemed a little scared: "Your Excellency, Captain, you know that when China and Japan went to war, Japanese expatriates formed a large number of volunteer teams. Fight for the holy war of the empire. The Japanese in the concession need the most authentic first-hand information to boost their morale, not those published by the British, Americans or Chinese that are detrimental to the empire. news."
This is a very good reason.
Meng Shaoyuan seized the opportunity: "Your Excellency, Captain, can I interview you?"
"Yes... the soldiers of the empire will fight bravely for His Majesty the Emperor..."
Meng Shaoyuan listened with great patience as Captain Hashimoto introduced himself and the bravery of the entire brigade.
Of course, he didn't forget to take some photos of Captain Hashimoto.
He even took a photo with Captain Hashimoto.
"I'm so moved." Meng Shaoyuan sighed with emotion: "Your Excellency Captain's bravery will be known to all Japanese expatriates in the concession, and victory will definitely belong to us. Your Excellency Captain, may I interview you here and there?" "
"As you please."
At this time, the Chinese army on the opposite side began another small-scale assault: "Mr. Reporter, it is very dangerous here. Please be careful."
"Thanks."
As soon as Meng Shaoyuan left, a sergeant next to Captain Hashimoto asked: "Your Excellency, Captain, you seem to be a little impatient with that reporter?"
"He is from Kyoto, a nasty Kyoto person." Captain Hashimoto dismissed him: "If it were not to promote the heroic fighting of the whole brigade, I would not even say a word to him."
Meng Shaoyuan had to admit that the perfect defense of the Japanese army's positions fully demonstrated the military quality of their commanders.
Of course, for the infiltrated agents, their performance was not as good as military command.
The war caused serious damage here.
Large areas of houses were destroyed.
Bodies were seen everywhere.
Shanghai at the end of August was still sweltering, and there was a very unpleasant smell in the air.
The weak points of the Japanese defense must be found as soon as possible.
Along the way, we encountered Japanese patrols several times.
With his proficient Japanese and the title of "Captain Hashimoto", Meng Shaoyuan got through smoothly.
Unfortunately, several contact points were destroyed and no one of our own was encountered.
Under a broken wall, Meng Shaoyuan's eyes suddenly lit up.
A small circle drawn with bricks.
This is the secret code of the sleeper group.
There is also a small triangle in the circle. The position of the triangle is aligned with the north.
According to the marked location, Meng Shaoyuan discovered several more secret codes one after another.
In front of a half-bombed teahouse, the code disappeared.
Meng Shaoyuan held the camera in his hand and photographed aimlessly.
"do not move!"
Suddenly, two people rushed out, pointing their rifles at him.
"Reporter, reporter." Meng Shaoyuan quickly raised his hand: "I have no weapons, only a camera."
"Follow us, if you move, I'll beat you to death!"
Forced at gunpoint, Meng Shaoyuan was led obediently to a relatively complete but dark room behind the teahouse.
There was another person inside, but even in the darkness, he couldn't see his true face. After hearing a few mutterings from his subordinates, he immediately asked: "Are you a reporter?"
Meng Shaoyuan recognized the voice immediately: "I'm afraid it will rain tomorrow."
The man was startled: "I'm not afraid of rain. I'm bringing an umbrella."
"When it comes to umbrellas, the umbrella queen is made by Lao Xingji." Meng Shaoyuan finished checking the password: "Feng Chen."
"Who are you?"
After being called by his name, Feng Chen quickly asked.
"Leader of Wu Song's lurking team, Feng Chen, I personally promoted this officer of yours."
"Director Meng!"
Feng Chen quickly emerged from the darkness, surprised and delighted: "Director Meng, why did you take the risk of coming here?"
He was single-handedly promoted by Meng Shaoyuan. He originally thought that his official career was hopeless, but who would have thought that he would become the team leader in the end, so he has always been extremely grateful to Meng Shaoyuan in his heart.
"Feng Chen, our army has been fighting fiercely so far and is in urgent need of information. Why was the contact suddenly interrupted?" Meng Shaoyuan's tone suddenly became stern.
"The radio station is broken." Feng Chen was a little annoyed: "Originally, I wanted to go find Team Leader Shen Zui and the others, but Team Leader Shen was exposed, borrowed a stroller, hid the radio station, and finally ran out of the enemy-occupied area. We were later discovered by the Japanese and ran all the way from Wusong to here."
Before Meng Shaoyuan could ask, Feng Chen quickly continued: "Director Meng, we have not forgotten our work. We have been trying every means to detect the Japanese army's defense. For this reason, we lost the lives of two brothers. We estimate that the national army There will be another counterattack here soon, so we drew a detailed Japanese defense map, but we couldn’t send it out.”
Without a radio station, Feng Chen sent two groups of people to send out the defense plans, but they failed. Instead, in the next few hours, they lost the lives of two more brothers.
Now, there are only three of them left.
"Director Meng, the Japanese troops are insufficient." Feng Chen took out the defense map: "North of Luodian, the Japanese defenses are empty. Only half a squadron is stationed there, and a large amount of weapons and ammunition are stored there. The only obstacle is that river, but there is a pontoon bridge to cross the river.”
Meng Shaoyuan was overjoyed.
This information is really important.
He took the defense map and looked at it carefully, then took out a lighter and burned it.
"this?"
Feng Chen was startled.
"It's all recorded here." Meng Shaoyuan pointed to his head: "If the Japanese search me, they won't be able to find me here."
"Then please leave it to Director Meng."
"What about you? There are only three people left, and the radio station has been damaged. Feng Chen, I approve your retreat."
"No, Director Meng." Feng Chen gasped: "The national army's counterattack is imminent, and we have to stay here. Have you forgotten what you once said to me?"
"Feng Chen, if you can survive, you won't have to worry about the future. If you die in battle, you will be unlucky, but your family will get a large pension.
I'm not afraid to tell you that in the new pension system we are about to announce, in addition to a one-time payment, family members will also be able to receive a condolence payment every year in the future. During the New Year, there will be something to take away. Each class of agents is treated differently. "
This is what Meng Shaoyuan said to Feng Chen that day.
"Director Meng." Feng Chen smiled: "Brothers are all grateful to you for letting us have no worries. Those of us who put our heads in our waistbands and risked our lives will be content if our families are taken care of after we die."
Meng Shaoyuan nodded silently: "Feng Chen, if you can survive, I will give you a promotion."
"Thank you, Director Meng, thank you, Director Meng." Feng Chen was overjoyed.
Who wouldn't want to get promoted and make a fortune?
Meng Shaoyuan soon knew that his decision was correct.
When going back, we still have to pass Captain Hashimoto's position.
But right here, Major General Asama Akutagawa, the leader of the Asama detachment of the Japanese army who was inspecting the Hashimoto position, ordered someone to bring "Kudo Shinichi" to him.
A careful search was also carried out.
Of course nothing was found.
"Your Excellency, General." Meng Shaoyuan said very cautiously: "I am a reporter, responsible for telling the overseas residents in the public concession about the heroic fighting performance of the soldiers. You can also search my camera to see where all the photos in it can be found. I can accept it being invalidated by exposure.”
"There's no need." Asama Akutagawa looked Meng Shaoyuan up and down for a while: "Are you from Kyoto?"
"Yes, General, you are from Kyoto. Judging from your accent, you are also from Kyoto?"
Asama Akutagawa smiled slightly: "Have you been to Gion Kaikan?"
"Ah, Gion Kaikan, I really want to go." Meng Shaoyuan's voice was filled with yearning and a bit of regret: "But the consumption there is not something a young reporter like me can afford."
Asama Akutagawa felt satisfied.
In the Gion Kaikan, you can enjoy seven traditional performances that Japan is proud of, including Kyoto dance, flower arrangement, tea ceremony, harp, gagaku, kyogen and bunraku.
A spy can learn Japanese and understand Japanese history and culture, but for places like Gion Kaikan, people who are not real Kyoto people will never understand it.
As a soldier, Asama Akutagawa is actually very cautious.
"Okay, Mr. Reporter, you can leave."
"Thank you, General."
"Remember, we must fully promote the heroic spirit of the imperial soldiers in the newspaper."
"Understood, General."
"Then I won't send anyone to escort you."
"There is no need, General. I think I can go back by myself."
This is the first time Meng Shaoyuan has dealt with Asama Akutagawa.
