Years of the Republic of China 1913

Intelligence work was called "espionage" in ancient times. Although this term is still used today, in fact, intelligence work in the 20th century is quite different from that in ancient times.In the past, most of the intelligence collection was carried out directly by spy personnel sneaking in directly, such as scouts in the army, or by "anyway" personnel in the opposing camp to provide information. Confused by false appearances, come to a judgment that is completely contrary to real information.

The intelligence work in the modern era is changing with the rapid development of science and technology. Although Zhou Yuanliang said he was a monk, in fact, before Fang Zida formally established the Secret Service, the country did not have a real intelligence agency in the past. At most, it was just an organization similar to Jinyiwei in the hands of Lu Jianzhang. It is naive, but compared with real intelligence agencies, its violent methods are far greater than normal intelligence work.

Over the years, Zhou Yuanliang has gradually accumulated a lot of experience since he started from the Secret Service. In addition, he is smart and eager to learn, and he has managed the Secret Service in an orderly manner. Otherwise, Fang Zida would not have put the most important The Intelligence Bureau was handed over to him.

But Zhou Yuanliang, one of the founders of China's modern intelligence, was shocked by this young man's new ideas in intelligence collection, analysis, and judgment today.No one would ever think of the source of information obtained from this aspect. If the intelligence analysis of this young man is finally confirmed, it will bring about earth-shaking changes to the entire intelligence bureau, and even change the way the entire intelligence work is done today.

With a solemn expression on his face, Zhou Yuanliang listened carefully to the other party's views and opinions on intelligence collection, analysis, and judgment, and at the same time kept asking some key questions.The conversation went on for more than two hours, and finally Zhou Yuanliang made up his mind and appointed this young man named Dai Chunfeng as the leader of the Japanese-Russian intelligence team on the spot, directly responsible for the overall information about Japan, the Soviet government, and the Russian Empire’s orthodox government. Work.

This temporary group will not appear within the Intelligence Bureau, but will be established as a hidden agency.Dai Chunfeng is still nominally an ordinary intelligence officer working in the Shanghai Branch.This is mainly for the convenience of his sources of intelligence gathering channels, but considering his actual work arrangements, Zhou Yuanliang will use his power to make some adjustments in the near future.

The direct superior of this group is Zhou Yuanliang, that is to say, Dai Chunfeng is directly responsible to Zhou Yuanliang without passing through anyone.In addition, Zhou Yuanliang also gave him the right to make a temporary decision, and at the same time allocated several capable personnel to enrich the strength of the group.Such a large piece of pie fell from the sky.Dai Chunfeng didn't show an expression of ecstasy, on the contrary, he remained as calm as he had always been.

"A rare talent!" Zhou Yuanliang secretly praised Dai Chunfeng's ability and performance, and he recognized him very much, and promoted him from a "talent" to an "excellence" in his heart.Such a young man who is only 20 is simply born to be the best intelligence officer. Zhou Yuanliang is looking forward to the future when this talent will shine brightly in his hands.

Due to work needs, Dai Chunfeng was summoned and rushed back to Shanghai by train that night.More than half a month later, on the eve of New Year's Eve in 1921, Dai Chunfeng sent a secret telegram in Shanghai*.The translated content of this secret telegram was quickly delivered to Zhou Yuanliang. When he finished reading this secret telegram, he immediately jumped up and almost ran out the door.But in the end, he calmed down slowly and sat back to his seat, burned the secret electricity in the ashtray with a sullen face, and then lit a cigarette with the burning flame, silently alone without knowing what he was thinking.

After getting off work in the dark, Zhou Yuanliang left the Intelligence Bureau building as usual, but he didn't go home directly.Instead, he quietly went to Fang Zida's official residence.

Zhou Yuanliang was a frequent visitor to Fang Zida's official residence before, although Zhou Yuanliang seldom came since Fang Zida became the Prime Minister to avoid suspicion.Usually, they go directly to the Prime Minister's Office of the State Council to meet Fang Zida when they have something to do.Arriving at the place familiarly, Zhou Yuanliang didn't go in through the main door, but went to the back door. The person who looked at the back door knew Zhou Yuanliang of course, so he quickly opened the door and let him in.

"Is sir home yet?"

"Just arrived, and now I am dining with my wife and young master."

Zhou Yuanliang nodded.After thinking for a while, he said in a low voice: "Old Liu, go and tell your husband that I'm coming. Remember, don't let others know, do you understand?"

Old Liu knew what Zhou Yuanliang was doing.He is also an old man in Fang Zhai, and he worked in the presidential palace back then. After Fang Zi got married, Yuan Shikai specially arranged him as a trustworthy person to help his son-in-law.In the past few years, Lao Liu has gotten older, and being a concierge has been a bit incapable. After begging Fang Zida, his son took the position of concierge, and went to the back door by himself. It's semi-retired.

Old Liu was tight-lipped and knew how to read words and expressions. He also knew that Zhou Yuanliang was Fang Zida's confidant.Since Zhou Yuanliang made such a deliberate confession, there must be a reason for him. Old Liu didn't ask any more questions, and first took Zhou Yuanliang to an empty room in the backyard to wait, and then went to inform Fang Zida.

Ten minutes later, Old Liu came back, quietly asked Zhou Yuanliang to follow him, and came to Fang Zida's study.Just as he sat down in the study, there was a sound of footsteps, and Fang Zida came.

"Sir!" Fang Zida entered the door, Zhou Yuanliang quickly stood up from his chair, and saluted respectfully.

"Sit, you are not an outsider, so there is no need to be so restrained." Fang Zida said flatly, walked to his own seat and sat down.

Old Liu quickly left after serving tea, leaving only Fang Zida and Zhou Yuanliang in the study.Picking up the teacup and taking a sip, Fang Zida took a look at Zhou Yuanliang, shook his head and said with a smile, "You're so young this Wednesday, and you still go to my place to toss around, saying, what's the matter?"

Fang Zida knew very well that Zhou Yuanliang would definitely not come here to play the family card at this time, and there was no need for them to engage in such a thing.Zhou Yuanliang was doing intelligence work, so he came to him quietly at such a time, and kept it so secret, it must be a big deal.Fang Zida frowned when he heard Zhou Yuanliang's visit, guessing in his heart what kind of important event required him to come to him like this, and before the meal was finished, he took a few quick bites and left early on the grounds that he had documents to look at. Had a family dinner.

"Mr. Hui, there is a piece of information that is more important. The situation is like this..." Zhou Yuanliang said straight to the point. He started from the analysis of the previous intelligence, and then talked about the confirmation of the information he just received. After talking for more than ten minutes, Fang Zida's relaxed expression gradually became more and more dignified, and finally he even straightened up after sitting relaxed in the chair.

"Are you sure the news is correct?" Fang Zida asked after Zhou Yuanliang finished his report.

"It's been confirmed. There may be errors in some details, but there will be absolutely no mistakes in major aspects!" Zhou Yuanliang said, and then said after a pause: "For the sake of safety and confidentiality, I have already burned the secret code, so my hand There is no…”

"It doesn't matter..." Waving his hand, Fang Zida signaled that it was all right. He knit his brows and began to ponder. He subconsciously picked up a cigar from the table with his left hand, and Zhou Yuanliang who was at the side quickly struck a match and handed it over.

After taking a few puffs of cigarettes, Fang Zida silently recited the names of several people: Fujita Ichiro, Okamura Neiji, Suzuki Teiichi, Wojchensky... as well as Special High School, Bupai International, Stalin and so on. "

"Unexpectedly, the old boy Stalin really came up with such a trick..." Fang Zida frowned more and more, and couldn't help but whispered something.

"Sir, you just said..." Zhou Yuanliang didn't hear what Fang Zida said, and asked from the side.

"It's nothing." Fang Zida shook his head, regaining his senses and said, "This information is very important, even as important as the information that can determine the outcome of the Russian Civil War. San'er, you have done a good job. You have a keen sense of smell. I am very pleased! "

"It is Yuan Liang's duty to serve Mr. Wang. According to the intelligence analysis, it seems that the mastermind behind Wang Yaqiao's case is also one of them. However, this news is still being confirmed, and Yuan Liang is not sure yet."

"It doesn't matter if it's definitely not. It's only natural to use their means to do this kind of thing." Fang Zida said, and then asked with great interest: "Just now you said that the earliest analysis of this information was done by a young man. The young man is very nice, what's his name?"

"Mr. Hui, his surname is Dai, and his name is Dai Chunfeng. He is now the leader of the Japanese-Russian intelligence team, but the official position has not been announced in consideration of confidentiality. On the surface, he is still an ordinary intelligence officer."

Fang Zida nodded. He understood the reasons why Zhou Yuanliang arranged this way. One was the reasons he said, and the other was because of Yang Yongtai's relationship. Zhou Yuanliang was worried that Yang Yongtai would directly take over the group in the name of the director once it was made public. He originally planned to rely on this result Wasn't Zhou Yuanliang, who competed with Yang Yongtai, just for the wedding dress?If I didn't make it right, I would end up fetching water with a bamboo basket in vain.

Employing people, especially those who control key departments, Fang Zida is happy that there is both competition and contention between them. If Zhou Yuanliang and Yang Yongtai are friendly and even wear a pair of trousers, Fang Zida will feel uneasy on the contrary.Because in this way, he can truly grasp the rights below from the highest level for his own use.However, when Zhou Yuanliang said that the young man's name was Dai Chunfeng, Fang Zida thought it sounded familiar, but for a while he couldn't remember where he had heard it.

"Where is this Dai Chunfeng from? Do you have any words?" Fang Zida asked directly without remembering it for a long time.

"He is from Jiangshan, Zhejiang, and his name is Yunong."

"Jiangshan people, Dai Chunfeng, Dai Yunong..." Fang Zida finally realized something, with a comfortable smile on his face: "It's him who has been making trouble for a long time... If it was him, it's not surprising." (Unfinished to be continued..)