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Chapter 1276 Reunion

Thirty nautical miles north of New Zealand's North Island, the clear blue waters are filled with schools of fish, and dolphins and whales occasionally jumping out of the sea and seabirds in the sky form a beautiful picture.

Directly in front of the bow, Cape Reinga is clearly visible, where two major ocean currents meet to form huge waves. The surrounding coastline is long and undulating, and the scenery is magnificent.

The British cruise ship Pioneer turned east and sailed along the east coast of New Zealand's North Island. A few days later, it approached the city of Acklan, and the passengers walked out of the cabins onto the deck.

Although the ship was well-equipped with food and supplies, the weeks-long journey not only exhausted the crew, but also pushed the passengers to the limit of their endurance.

As the destination came into sight, the crowd breathed a sigh of relief and cheered, partly to celebrate their safe arrival and partly to be happy that their boring lives were over.

Among the cheering crowd, there was a man and a woman looking out at the port with smiles on their faces. A group of bodyguards with alert expressions were walking around nearby. It was obvious that their identities were extraordinary.

The sea breeze blew, and the woman brushed her hair with her hands, her tone full of joy: "Boss, we're here."

"Yeah, we're finally here." The man held onto the fence, his eyes gradually dispersing.

The man and woman were naturally Zuo Zhong and He Yijun. Apart from the two of them, all the First and Second Divisions of the Military Control Commission were mobilized in full force for this operation. The reason was simply that penicillin was related to the wallets of too many people.

The four major families, commanders-in-chief of various war zones, numerous army commanders and division commanders, and local officials of all ranks, no one wants to see problems in the pharmaceutical business that makes a fortune every day.

After more than four years of all-out war between China and Japan, the Nationalist government finally united. Before his departure, the top leaders gave Zuo Zhong the "Imperial Sword", allowing him to make decisions on the spot.

If the Australian and New Zealand governments had not prohibited it, some people would have wanted to send an army over. After all, the party-state belongs to everyone, and the money is theirs.

Thinking of the earnest instructions from the superiors when they set out from the mountain city, Zuo Zhong shook his head helplessly. If the National Government had been so cautious in the war, the Japanese would have been driven back to the island long ago. It was really ironic.

"Co-pilot, the brothers have packed up."

Gu Qi came over and whispered something, followed by Wu Chunyang, Song Minghao, and Gui Youguang.

Except for Wu Jingzhong, all of Zuo Zhong's old team members were here. If the Japanese submarine launched a torpedo at the cruise ship at this time, the Kuomintang's intelligence system would be paralyzed immediately.

"Well, after we reach the shore, everyone will split up."

Zuo Chong glanced at the passengers around him, gave an order to Gucci softly, and then looked at everyone and smiled.

"This scene reminds me of the time I went to Ningbo. I hope this operation will be as smooth as that time."

Gucci and others also laughed. Yes, it was the same boat and the same people, but the difference was that their identities and status had changed dramatically compared to a few years ago.

"Co-pilot, isn't this action too high-profile?" Gucci thought for a moment and expressed his concerns.

He had no aversion to field missions, and was even happy to work with his deputy, but Gucci always felt that it was a waste to send so many senior intelligence personnel on a simple mission.

Zuo Zhong waved his hand, and Wu Chunyang and the other three people beside him automatically dispersed and kept the passengers far away. Seeing that there was no risk of leakage, Zuo Zhong spoke in reply.

"The issue of penicillin is very sensitive. Not only the Germans and Japanese covet the pharmaceutical factory, but the Americans, British and even the Red Russians are also making various small moves.

Fortunately, when the pharmaceutical factory was first established, my ancestor used benefits to win over some big families in Europe and the United States, set up a number of fake shareholders, and authorized the patents to the American Pharmaceutical Trust. Otherwise, the pharmaceutical factory would have been divided up long ago.

But human greed is endless, and authorization alone is not enough to feed those hungry wolves. I am afraid that the other party will use Japan and Germany to test the bottom line of the Zuo family and seek greater benefits.

It's ridiculous to say that the Japanese and Germans didn't dare to attack American pharmaceutical companies, but instead chose to go to Australia. It's true that if you lag behind, you will be beaten. "

After saying this, Zuo Zhong sneered, then leaned forward, holding the fence tightly with both hands, and said meaningfully.

“So this time our enemies are not just Japan and Germany, and the battlefield is not limited to Australia. The scale of the operation is larger than you think, and we need a lot of manpower.

Furthermore, the Foreign Intelligence Bureau should be put on the agenda. Brothers can take this opportunity to work together more to avoid being unable to adapt in the future.

Overseas intelligence operations are somewhat different from domestic intelligence operations. All things are difficult at the beginning, so we must familiarize ourselves with them and make plans in advance.

Even if these things hadn't happened, it would be nice for everyone to come to New Zealand for a visit. When the war is over, we can settle here together, go fishing and herd sheep every day."

Hearing Zuo Zhong's imagination of life after the war, Gu Qi's heart moved. Why did the deputy commander consider retreating, and why did he want to settle in New Zealand? Is the chairman dissatisfied with the Military Control Commission?

Seeing Gu Qi's worried expression, Zuo Zhong patted him on the shoulder and said, "If you don't think about the future, you will worry about the present. Old Gu, let's go. The boat has reached the shore."

It was evening, and the Waitemata Harbor a few hundred meters away was sparkling, just like what "Waitemata" means in Maori - a sea that sparkles like a gem. The city of Ackland on both sides of the harbor was full of modern urban atmosphere. Although this former capital of New Zealand has lost its glory, the development of trams and railways has enabled it to expand rapidly.

The magnificent skyscrapers, broad cement roads, numerous electric poles and steaming factories all demonstrate the prosperity of this place.

After the cruise ship docked, Zuo Chong and his group walked down the gangway, passed the inspection of New Zealand customs, and walked out of the port in twos and threes.

It is worth mentioning that the spies holding Republic of China passports were checked by customs many times, which shows the extent of discrimination against Chinese people in the local area. However, when the customs officers learned that the spies were employees of "Lefort Trading Company", they changed their faces.

As for the reasons, the "Lefort Bank", "Lefort Hotel", "Lefort Department Store" and "Lefort Commercial Company" outside the port explain it all.

Gucci, who noticed this scene, laughed and said that the Zuo family had already taken root in New Zealand. Zuo Zhong was not surprised at all. In a capitalist country, skin color only distinguishes races, and social status depends on how much money you have.

The group then split up and walked around the city of Aklan, one to enjoy the city scenery, and the other to make sure if anyone was following them.

New Zealand is the territory of the British MI007, so it won't hurt to be cautious. is fictional, but the strength of British agents should not be underestimated.

The next morning, Military Intelligence Bureau agents living in various places in the city, disguised as different identities, gathered outside the city. Several trucks took them to a bay at the southern end of the North Island to board a ship.

New Zealand is currently in autumn and the temperature is not low. Zuo Chong and others stayed in the stuffy cabin filled with fruits and food for most of the day. When a group of people climbed onto the deck again, the steamer had arrived at a private dock on the east coast of the South Island.

Zuo Zhong's grandfather Zuo Xuechen, grandfather-in-law Mei Tianliang, father Zuo Shanwen, mother Mei Huizhen, sister Zuo Duo, brother Zuo Jun and fiancée Cheng Danli, aunts, uncles and uncles were all standing on the pier, looking forward to it.

"Brother~"

Zuo Duo waved towards the ship excitedly. After not seeing her for a few years, the little girl had grown into a graceful young lady.

Looking at the familiar figure at the bow of the boat, Mei Huizhen held her husband's arm, tears in her eyes could no longer be stopped, and she cried inconsolably.

The four men, Zuo Xuechen, Mei Tianliang, Zuo Shanwen and Zuo Jun, were much calmer, but they also had smiles on their faces and seemed to be in a good mood.

Looking at Zuo Zhong's other elders, they all had complicated expressions. Thinking of the friends who stayed in their hometown, they couldn't help but feel fortunate.

The Japanese committed countless bloody incidents in Ningbo, killing countless civilians. Without Zuo Zhong's reminder and persistence, the Zuo and Mei families would have certainly been in great danger.

Under the gaze of everyone, the small steamer slowly docked beside the pier. Zuo Zhong stepped off the boat, strode up to his family and bowed deeply. As a son, it would be unfilial if he failed to be in the presence of his parents.

Seeing this, Zuo Xuechen stroked his beard and said with relief: "Well, since ancient times, it has been difficult to be both loyal and filial. It is a good thing that you are loyal to the country. Go see your mother. She misses you very much."

The old man is old, but has a loud voice and is in good spirits. He seems to be very satisfied with his life in New Zealand. For the older generation, the greatest blessing is to witness the continuation and growth of the family.

Zuo Chongxing walked to his parents, hugged Zuo Shanwen first, then hugged his mother tightly. Looking at his sister jumping around, his originally restless heart suddenly calmed down.

  Six years after they separated in Shanghai in 1935, the family finally reunited across the ocean. (Chapter 516: Separated)

Amidst the warmth, Gu Qi and his companions got off the boat and greeted the Zuo family one by one. When Mei Huizhen and Zuo Duo saw He Yijun, they immediately held her hands and talked endlessly. Zuo Chong could only smile bitterly when he saw this.

After the greetings, more than a dozen luxury cars and trucks carrying a group of people drove to the Zuo family's residence in New Zealand, a small town named after the Zuo family and covering hundreds of acres - Lefort.

Since moving to New Zealand, the Zuo family has been buying land on a large scale, and to date has purchased more than 200,000 acres of fertile farmland and mountains.

Of course, most of the land was held in secret. When it came to "cunning" and "scattering", no one could compare to the Zuo family, which had been "farming and studying to pass on the family tradition" for hundreds of years. How could the white barbarians understand what Hai Gangfeng couldn't solve?

Where there is land there are people, where there are people there is money. Thousands of farm workers depend on the Zuo family for their livelihood, and naturally they form an interest group.

Including Zuo Chong, members of the Military Control Commission who came to New Zealand for the first time opened the car windows and admired the scenery which was very different from that of the Republic of China.

The gravel-paved road meanders with green grass and gurgling streams on both sides, and the towering mountains in the distance make people feel as if they are in a fantasy world. Gucci immediately became excited when he thought about having the opportunity to retire here.

Just as the Military Intelligence Bureau agents were marveling at the wonders of nature, a dilapidated Japanese freighter was sailing slowly in the South Pacific, carrying a group of Zuo Zhong's old friends.

In the dark and damp lower cabin, one of them turned on the radio and pressed the key, his eyes shining brightly in the dim, wavering light.

① Guiji, a method of evading taxes and labor service by falsely reporting one's own land under someone else's name.

Sprinkling taxes on land into smaller pieces and distributing them to other farmers' fields is also a means of evading taxes.

②Hai Rui