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Chapter 606 Change the itinerary
Istanbul.

Formerly known as Constantinople, it is located at the eastern end of the Balkan Peninsula and on the west bank of the southern mouth of the Bosporus Strait. It is the hub of Eurasian transportation and has an extremely important strategic position.

Since the establishment of the city in 660 BC, to the establishment of Ottoman by Osman I in 1299, and the establishment of the Turkish Kingdom in 1923, Istanbul has always been the local economic, cultural, and transportation center.

Zuo Zhong stood silently on the Antlepont cruise ship, looking at the dots of orange from the windows on the shore under the afterglow, and lamented that this place deserves to be one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and Asia.

Gui Youguang, who was on the side, pursed his mouth, and said in dismay: "Why didn't I see anyone at the pier, deputy director, the intelligence said that the population of Tu Kingdom is quite large, what time will it be, and where did the people go. "

"I don't know how to do it. I'm going to do a dark ceremony. I have to recite three scriptures, two recitations, and one silent recitation. Later, you will let the brothers keep an eye on the staff at the dock." Zuo Zhong rolled his eyes.

He and Gu Qi picked out a total of more than 20 people, and now there are fifteen or six people who follow him, all of whom are elites of the Secret Service, who know what to do and what not to do, and it is very worry-free to command.

"Yes, the task is guaranteed to be completed."

Gui Youguang stood up straight and replied, then turned around to set things up, slandering as he walked, it was just some houses, churches and mosques, why the deputy director seemed to have seen treasures.

Zuo Zhong didn't bother to talk to him, looked at Mao Yike who was hiding behind the fence to take pictures, and then looked at the nearest building on the shore, hesitated for a while and finally didn't stop him, this distance should be safe.

The two quietly admired the beautiful scenery for a while, until the old white man in the captain's uniform came over and announced the bad news to the two respected guests of the luxury suite in English.

"Dear Mao, and this young gentleman, there is a small problem at the pier. We may have to stay in Istanbul for a few more days. I hope this will not cause you any trouble."

"what?"

Mao Yike, a talented student, can understand English naturally. He put down his camera in surprise when he heard this. He and his party have a heavy responsibility. If they bring the weapon pattern back to China one day earlier, they can go into production one day earlier.

If he spends too much time on the road, he won't be able to explain to Jin Ling. Thinking of this, Mao Yike's expression became anxious, and he turned his head to look at Zuo Zhong, who was frowning, hoping to hear what the other party had to say.

Zuo Chong glanced at Istanbul, which was slowly sinking into darkness, and asked the captain after a long silence: "Do you know what's wrong with the pier? Can you confirm the specific departure time?"

The old white man shrugged his shoulders, showing a helpless expression: "The fresh water delivery system at the pier is not working. God knows if these Turks can fix it. There are not many engineers here."

The freshwater delivery system is broken?
Mao Yike's heart tightened, this could not be done by Japanese spies, he shrunk his neck subconsciously, feeling as if he was being stared at by countless pairs of eyes, and had the urge to run back to the cabin.

Zuo Zhong was also aware of this possibility, and he had an idea: "Mr. Captain, I have an engineer under my command. Let him take a look at the fresh water delivery system, and maybe he can find a solution."

"You are such a gentleman, sir."

The captain did not refuse to help, and happily took a certain bald engineer called by Zuo Zhong out of the boat, and sailed to the shore in a sampan, where some Turkish people who had finished the evening ceremony were waiting.

Looking at Gui Youguang in the distance, Zuo Zhong said to Mao Yike: "Brother Mao, the situation is a bit wrong. If my people find traces of man-made sabotage, our itinerary may have to be changed."

"Change itinerary?"

Mao Yike said softly, nodded thoughtfully, indeed, from Istanbul to Europe or Germany, in addition to cruise ships, you can also use land and railways, such as the Orient Express.

This international route across the European continent passes through Munich, Germany on the way, but it only needs multiple transfers, which is not very convenient for delegations carrying a lot of luggage and items.

Therefore, when the Ministry of Foreign Affairs formulated the itinerary, it chose a cruise ship that cost more, and did not choose to disembark from the ship in Istanbul, carrying large and small bags on the road. Wouldn't it be a shame for the country.

"Yes, that has to change."

At this moment, Zuo Chong narrowed his eyes, and explained: "If all this is arranged by the Japanese, the purpose is to force us to disembark, after all, it is easier to do it on land than on a cruise ship.

If this goal is not achieved, the other party is likely to sneak into the Antlepont and wait for an opportunity to attack. Money can make ghosts work, and the French crew on the ship is not trustworthy, even the captain.

Therefore, it is better to go ashore than to be beaten passively. At least the transfer space is large. We can mail unimportant luggage with the ship, and the personnel only carry important items to take the Orient Express to Germany. "

Mao Yi could understand Zuo Zhong's meaning. If people like himself didn't get off the ship, if the Japanese took advantage of the cruise ship to launch an attack at sea, it would really be called "responsible every day" and "terribly ineffective".

"Okay, I agree."

He immediately agreed that professional matters must be handled by professional people. What the other party said made sense, and he would rather be shot to death than feed sharks, and die without a place to die.

Zuo Zhong nodded in satisfaction, and asked his subordinates to send Mao Yike back to the cabin. He stood on the deck and observed the movements on the shore. After more than an hour, Gui Youguang came back with his brows furrowed.

After the meeting, the big bald head pulled him aside, and said in a low voice: "The valve of the fresh water delivery system was damaged by someone using hydrochloric acid, the traces are very slight, it must have been done by a master of action.

But it's a bit strange, this method doesn't look like the style of the Japanese intelligence agency, but it's similar to people in the world. Whether it's someone looking for trouble for other passengers has nothing to do with us. "

"It can't be a fluke, let everyone gather."

Zuo Zhong didn't explain too much to Gui Youguang, and then found the captain, saying that they wanted to disembark immediately and they didn't need to refund the boat fare, they just needed the other party's help to purchase the Orient Express ticket.

With so many rooms available, especially the two luxury suites, some guests are willing to spend a little money to upgrade to experience the life of the rich. The important thing is that the money can be put in their own pockets.

Faced with such a good thing, the captain agreed with a smile. Both the Orient Express and the Antlepont are operated by French companies, and they have business dealings with each other. It is very simple to book some tickets.

Using the telegraph machine in the ship's radio room, more than a dozen train tickets to Munich the next afternoon were successfully reserved, and the captain, who made a fortune, delivered the God of Wealth to the door in person.

After processing the ticket, Zuo Zhong called his men together and issued a new order. Except for daily necessities, weapons and communication tools, all the remaining luggage was left on the ship and mailed to Germany.

No one asked why, nor did they make wild guesses. There must be a reason for the deputy director's arrangement. The experienced agents cleared up their weapons in the cabin after packing up their belongings.

Zuo Zhong walked around the cabins and was satisfied with everyone's reaction. If the Japanese dared to come, the elite team of more than a dozen people would definitely leave an unforgettable memory for the other party.

That night, the moon was shining brightly.

The Antlepont, which was docked offshore, was brightly lit. The cruise ship specially held a farewell dinner for the two wealthy guests from the Republic of China. Passengers in the first and second class cabins heard the news and attended in costumes.

After dozens of days of long sea journey, many of them have become good friends, especially the knowledgeable Mao Yike, who has won the favor of several noble ladies and wives.

Seeing the director of the military factory who was like a fish in water among the crowd, Zuo Zhong took a sip of clear water, forget about the wine, since the Japanese would show up at any time from the moment he got off the boat, he had to keep himself awake.

"Sir, I wish you all the best of luck."

While he was inspecting the guests at the dinner party, Gu Qi came over with a natural expression, and said something in his mouth, a lot of people came to say goodbye just now, and it was not too abrupt for Gu Qi to appear here.

Zuo Zhong nodded politely, and replied with a pun: "Thank you. I heard that you are going from Marseille to Dover in England. I also wish you the best of luck in the future, and you can complete the planned goal."

"Yes, I will accompany two juniors to England to deal with a business, so I would like to borrow your good words. You and Mr. Mao are welcome to come to the humble house if you have the opportunity." Gu Qi's Mandarin is not very fluent.

"Hehe, good, I have a chance to pay a visit. Besides, your attire must be a big business, so I can also come to learn from you." Zuo Chong glanced at the passing waiter and smiled.

Gu Qi quickly waved his hand: "Where is it? A small business, just for a living. You and Mr. Mao are dealing with important national affairs. I am a businessman and I am not qualified to teach you two."

So Zuo Zhong and Gu Qi kept a close distance from each other in this way, they exchanged a wave of serious business, and left their contact information before the farewell dinner officially started and got up to say goodbye.

"Goodbye."

"Goodbye."

The two completed the joint quietly, and left one after the other. One went to Mao Yike to meet for protection, and the other walked slowly to the so-called two juniors to report the situation.

"The deputy director indicated that we should go to England according to the original plan and enter France from Dover, Chunyang, tell everyone to be smart tomorrow and pay attention to whether anyone is watching the deputy director and them."

Gu Qi sat on the seat in the corner, looked ahead, covered his mouth with a raised wine glass and wrote a few words, Wu Chunyang and Shen Dongxin at the same table knocked on the table to express acceptance.

The happy time is always short. Accompanied by music, fine wine and delicious food, the time unknowingly reached late at night, and the guests who participated in the dinner returned to their respective cabins after enjoying themselves.

Accompanied by the waves of the Sea of ​​Marmara, the passengers slowly fell asleep. It was not until the afternoon of the next day that the boat gradually became lively. Only then did everyone realize that Mr. Mao and his party had left.

at the same time.

Istanbul Airport welcomed a dozen or so Japanese-speaking guests. The other party came out of the airport in a dusty manner, called a few dilapidated taxis and headed straight to the city without making any stops.

The author's words are extra.

　With the fresh sea breeze blowing, Zuo Zhong stood on the Antlepont and pointed out the country in rhythm:
　　"In Istanbul, there have been more than [-] large-scale battles in the past. It is hard to say whether it is right or wrong, but historians have noticed that it was this ancient battlefield that determined the rise and fall of several dynasties, and the rise and fall of each dynasty. Therefore, there has been a world crossroad since ancient times. Word of mouth.

　　At that time, Pope Urban II of the Roman Catholic Church led hundreds of thousands of athletes, marched eastward to meet here, and arrived in Jerusalem after the Battle of Dollyrum and the Siege of Antioch, and crusade against the Egyptians.
　　The state of exuberant vitality and all things unfolding is still in front of me. No matter what, this trip to Germany starts from here, and I have the advantage! "

　　Gui Youguang felt a little cold all over his body, and raised his thumb with a dry smile: "Good advice, deputy!"

　　
　
(End of this chapter)