When the middle-aged man from Goat Lake heard that Zuo Zhong introduced himself as a civil servant of the government, his attitude immediately changed and he said something sarcastic.
"It turns out it's sir. You guys are all bitter. I don't know if I have offended our distinguished guest in some way. Please explain it to me."
This unscrupulous attitude angered Gui Youguang on the side. He glared, preparing to give the other party some color.
No matter it was the Secret Service period or the current military commander, no one would dare to treat them like this. So what if Brother Laohui? Don't forget that humans have parents, wives and children.
Even if they can't do it openly, people living in this world will inevitably encounter bumps or accidents. They just don't bother to target ordinary people, it's not that they can't.
"bright."
But before he could threaten, Zuo Zhong raised his hand to stop the conflict from intensifying further, and looked at Goat Lake with a smile and spoke honestly.
"Brother, I misunderstood. I followed the leader to the precious land, and I always came to pay my respects to the dock to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings between the two parties. That would not be good for anyone.
As the saying goes, the people do not fight against the officials. Now hundreds of thousands of Guo troops are stationed in Sichuan. Haha, I naturally have some connections in the government. Why don't we sit down and talk in detail? "
Hearing these words that seemed to be an explanation and a warning, Goat Lake was silent for a moment and walked towards the inside of the teahouse. He was not afraid of threats, but he had to consider his subordinates.
The three of them came to a tea table at the door and sat down separately. Goat Lake didn't say anything and waited quietly for the other person to speak first. The two sides began to compete in terms of momentum.
Zuo Zhong, who had traveled between life and death countless times, was naturally not afraid of such childish temptations and looked at the layout of the tea house with a relaxed expression.
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It is similar to an ordinary teahouse, with a few square tables scattered around the room. The only difference is that there is an incense hall on the north wall of the main hall.
A portrait of Guan Gong hangs in the middle of the incense hall, and a couplet hangs on both sides. It says one dragon, one tiger and one sage, three people, three surnames and three sworn brothers. There is also a plaque with the word Wenren on the top.
Benevolence.
Seeing this word, Zuo Zhong suddenly realized that in addition to Muddy Waters and Qingshui Paoge, Paoge was divided into five categories based on the background of the members: benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom, and trust.
Among them, most people named Ren are landowners, gentry and big merchants.
Most people with the word "yi" are small traders, small citizens, and ordinary freelancers.
Most of the people with the word "Li" are pawns of traffickers, beach workers, Gangunlong (gamblers), and Banqie Yaobaba (second-rate men).
The two characters of "Zhi" and "Xin" are mostly lower-class artists and sorcerers.
If the guess is correct, Goat Lake should be the businessman Qingshui Paoge of Renzitang. This is better. People who are barefoot are not afraid of wearing shoes, but people who wear shoes will always have scruples.
The tea waiter, who was also Pao Ge, saw that something was wrong. He invited several tea guests away and ran into the back hall. When he came out again, he was followed by several strong men in short shirts.
These people surrounded the table and stood one meter away with their arms akimbo. The handles of their guns were exposed under their lifted clothes, which was obviously a warning.
Gui Youguang glanced at the strong men with puffy chests and belly, sloppy steps, and didn't even deflect the hammer of their weapon. He felt disdainful. He could hit ten of them with a look like this!
When Goat Lake saw his people coming, he breathed a sigh of relief in his heart. He raised his hand and poured two cups of tea, one on the right and one on the left, and shouted.
"The two dragons were joyful while playing in the water, just like Han Xin meeting Zhang Liang. Today the brothers came to meet each other and drank this tea to discuss things first.
So that the chief can know that I, Sun Renyi, am the flag bearer of Wenrentang. Again, please tell me what you have to say. "
This is the tea array of Ge Lao Hui. The different order of placing tea cups represents different meanings. The name of this array is Shuanglong, which not only expresses intimacy but also has the profound meaning of asking about the purpose of the visit.
Although he didn't like anyone from the public family, Sun Renyi still saved a bit of face, and it was obvious that he was a fastidious person. This was also Brother Qingshui Pao's helplessness.
After all, those who have a family and a career, as long as they are not forced to have no choice, who would be willing to leave behind their glory and wealth and completely break up with the government.
Zuo Zhong's smile faded when he saw this. If someone is giving you face, you must continue. So he picked up the tea cup with both hands, without covering the bowl with his hands and without touching the bottom with his palms. He followed Brother Pao's rules and drank the tea in one gulp.
Then he clasped his fists in front of his chest and said: "It turns out to be Uncle Sun. Travelers worship guests, heroes worship heroes. I have heard for a long time that your dragon head dock is beautiful with beautiful scenery and outstanding people. My brother is not polite enough. I hope you will forgive me."
To be honest, I am Zuo Zhong, the deputy director of the Junweihui Military Control Bureau, who is responsible for intelligence probing. My visit this time does involve important matters related to the future of the Republic of China and the nation. Brother Qiubao.
The Japanese had carefully planned to plant many insiders in Shancheng and even around the committee members. Judging from how well-informed the Ge Lao Hui was, they must have known what happened at the Huangshan Residence last night.
Zuo wanted to trouble Uncle Sun and sent his brothers to inquire about the relevant information. If these Japanese spies (eyes) could not be caught for one day, the people in the mountain city would not have a truly stable life. "
After speaking, he looked at the tea waiter and pointed at the tea pot in his hand. The tea waiter immediately understood that this was a knowledgeable guest, and he respectfully stepped forward and placed the tea pot on the table.
For secret societies such as the Ge Lao Hui, the tea ceremony requires not only teacups, but also teapots. Zuo Zhong picked up the teapot and placed it next to the unused teacup, with the spout facing the cup.
This kind of tea formation is specially used to ask for help at the outer pier. If the other party can help, drink the tea in the cup. If the other party cannot or is unwilling to help, pour the tea in the cup on the ground and pour another cup to drink.
Sun Renyi was stunned for a moment when he heard this. He raised his hand in the air as if he was going to pick up the cup of tea. He thought about it and then hesitantly took it back. He frowned and started an ideological struggle.
The Ge Laohui does not prohibit members from cooperating with people in the government. The problem is that he has heard a little about the Military Command Bureau and knows that this department has always been ruthless and has killed many people in Jiangcheng.
If you cooperate with the other party, you are afraid that you will be silenced after the matter is completed. It is not like the government has done similar things before. They are like chamber pots to officials, and there will be no good end.
By the way, what did this pretty boy just say his name was, Zuo Zhong? Deputy Director? Sun Renyi's heart skipped a beat and cold sweat broke out on his forehead, knowing that he had no room to refuse.
He had heard this name from his brother who was an official in the government. It was rumored that he was murderous and would kill people at every turn. It was said that just a smile would kill the unlucky guy.
Even if the other party is not the murderer, but a dignified deputy director of the government comes to ask for help, if he doesn't agree, he probably won't have a good life in the future.
What's more, judging from the other party's familiarity with the rules of Brother Laohui and his standard mountain city dialect, he must have been eyeing their brother Pao for a long time. They are not afraid of thieves, but they are worried about them.
Looking up at the smiling Zuo Zhong opposite him, Sun Renyi wanted to refuse, but he involuntarily picked up the teacup and drank it, then gave a stern reply.
"Thanks to Mr. Zuo for being considerate, Sun is not a fool who doesn't know how to appreciate others. He immediately sent someone to inquire about the news. Don't worry, Brother Pao will never show off.
The Japanese killed so many of our brothers and sisters last year, and everyone was punished. I will ask my colleagues to work together to avenge our compatriots. If you have any requests, just say it. "
He figured it out. Since he agreed to the military commander and the man named Zuo, he might as well do things beautifully. When traveling in the world, bumps and valleys are inevitable.
With this kind of favor, it might be possible to save lives in the future. The premise is that these agents will not cross the river or burn the bridge. However, if the other party really turns against him, he will not be unable to fight back.
Thinking of the huge network and power of Brother Lao Hui in the mountain city, Sun Renyi slowly regained his composure, and his body that had been a little stooped straightened up again.
Zuo Zhong didn't care what the old man Pao Ge thought. As long as Ge Laohui could help them find traces of the Japanese spies, nothing else mattered. It was better to ask for help. There was no shame in keeping a low profile.
Listening to Sun Renyi's answer, his smile became brighter: "Uncle Sun, you are so polite. I am grateful to Zuo for your help. I dare not ask for anything else."
The sedan chair is carried by others, and the polite words are free of charge. All these people in the world want is face, and if you give them enough face, you don't have to worry about the other party falling into their trap.
As Zuo Zhong spoke, he poured a cup of tea for the other party and himself, raised the cup and took a few sips, seemingly unintentionally mentioning an unrelated matter.
"I heard that the handymen in Huangshan's official residence are in contact with your association. It's a coincidence that the military commander is trying to investigate whether they are reliable, especially their personal documents.
Brother, you don’t know that the Japanese are the most cunning. If they fail to instigate rebellion, they will start from the side. This is their usual tactic to recruit informants.
Alas, it's a pity that Zuo's men are too few. It may be impossible to find out within three days. Sun Zhangqi, can you please help my brother find a way. "
Pooh!
Damn thing!
Sun Renyi cursed in his heart, asking for help, because he wanted Wenrentang to investigate the relatives of the handyman at the Huangshan Residence. This spy was pretending to be the real one.
But on the surface, he still patted his chest happily: "No problem, Huangshan is within range of Sun's hall. Early tomorrow morning, I will find what Chief Zuo wants."
"Okay! Have fun."
What I was waiting for was your words. When Zuo Zhong heard the other party's statement, he immediately slapped the table, not giving Sun Renyi a chance to regret, and asked again hypocritically.
"It won't be too much trouble, right?"
"No trouble."
Sun Renyi, who almost broke his teeth, said every word, "I wish I could have someone beat this shameless person to death. You have said this, how else can I answer."
Zuo Zhong was very satisfied with this man's knowledge. The conversation changed to the customs and folk customs of the mountain city, and he asked Sun Renyi if there was anything he needed help with.
The way to control someone lies in their heart. Slapping someone with a sweet date is the most effective way. Only when there are benefits, the other party will do their best to serve the military commander.
Sun Renyi thought for a while and tentatively said: "Sir Zuo, Director Xu from the Central Command asked us to help find Red Head two days ago. I can't afford to offend the two officers, what should I do?
Also, Commander Bai Wenzhi, who came from Jinling, had a very dark heart. He asked Wenrentang for a benefit of one thousand French coins per month, which Sun really couldn't afford. "
ha? Xu Enzeng, asking for nothing!
Zuo Zhong raised his eyebrows. These two bastards had such sharp noses. One wanted people and the other wanted money. They were really embarrassed.
He immediately said that he would communicate with the Central Committee and the police station, then raised his hand to look at his watch, stood up and walked out. Before going out, he suddenly turned back and said something with a smile.
"Uncle Sun, your residence in the main city is in a good location. Your nephews and nieces are also very cute. I heard that my sister-in-law is a superb cook. If you have the chance, Zuo will definitely try it. I'll say goodbye and won't send it away."
Gou┴, you really touched my bottom. Sun Renyi, who was about to get up to see me off, looked at the two leaving figures, his face was extremely ugly, and he fell back on the stool.
