Cicada Moving

 Chapter 1266 Moving with the Wind

 “Baga!”

One day later, Osako Tosada took several concession newspapers and loudly asked his subordinates: "Why is the secret meeting between the empire and the Jewish people known to everyone? What is going on?"

The front page of the newspaper in his hand read "Japanese and Jewish Conspiracy to Carve Up Manchukuo" in bold and black fonts. The article detailed the secret talks from beginning to end, and even gave a general introduction to the names and backgrounds of the negotiators.

“Your Excellency, Director of the agency, this must be a non-national who has leaked information. I will immediately start investigating.” The subordinate wiped cold sweat and bowed to answer.

While the two were talking, another Japanese agent rushed into the room, holding up another newspaper and shouting: "It's not good, agency chief, look at it."

Osako Tsusada originally wanted to reprimand the other party, but when he saw the contents of the newspaper clearly, his expression changed drastically and he hurriedly ordered the secret agent to call Hase Ryosuke. They were in big trouble.

Looking at the newspaper article, Dafa couldn't help but wonder, is it really a wise choice for the empire to negotiate with the Judahs? Is it like seeking the skin of a tiger?

Not long after, Ryosuke Hase hurried over after receiving the news. Seeing his old enemy like this, he immediately asked what happened.

"Hasgu-kun, please read it first." Osako did not answer and handed over the two newspapers.

Changgu was confused and took the newspapers. One contained the secret talks between Japan and the Jews, and the other contained the theory of the Judah threat. Thinking of the latest order from "Fat Tiger", he felt that an opportunity had come.

Putting down the newspaper, Chang Gu said in a deep voice: "It seems that the people of the Republic of China have noticed the secret talks, and public opinion takes the lead. This is very similar to the style of military rule."

Osako Tosada nodded in agreement, squinted his eyes and said: "Public opinion is accompanied by sharp actions, which is indeed similar to Juntong's previous action style. Mr. Hase, I can feel that Zuo Zhong is in Shanghai at the moment. This time we will definitely be able to Invite him to the China Committee for a talk!”

 There is always an indescribable tacit understanding between prey animals. Although there is a lack of intelligence support, Osako believes in his own judgment.

Hase Ryosuke curled his lips quietly, and then yawned: "Maybe, in that case, I wish your Excellency the Chief of the Agency a successful operation. I still have an appointment with my friends in the Navy, so I will take my leave now."

"etc."

Dashu stopped him and said in a nonchalant tone: "Mr. Hase, you are needed for the security work of the military station. Isn't this more important than sensuality?"

“It is also Hase’s agency’s job to contact the military, so I’m sorry, Your Excellency, agency director.” Hase Ryosuke looked matter-of-fact, patted his buttocks and turned around to leave.

Why don't you leave? The so-called secret meeting place is a trap. It's better if nothing happens. If something happens, he will be responsible. "Fat Tiger" also advised him not to get involved in this matter in his order.

 Hase Ryosuke pondered as he walked, with a smile on his face, "Hey, it's great to cooperate with smart people."

In the room, Osako Tsusada saw that Hase was so presumptuous and did not take his boss seriously at all, so he punched the table hard.

After hammering the table, the gloomy-looking Oso left Chongguang Hall and took a car to the public concession under the protection of bodyguards. Following his actions, the entire Shanghai intelligence community moved with the wind.

In the Public Settlement Patrol Office, John Kaiwei discussed with the most respected detective and underground party member Kuang Fuan about the Japanese-Jewish secret talks and the Judah threat theory.

“Kuang, the Japanese colluded with the Judahs. This may be a good thing for the British Empire. Shanghai is too crowded, and Mite Island is a good pressure relief point.”

Kai Ziwei was sitting on the sofa, holding a crystal glass in his hand and shaking it gently. The bright red wine juice exuded a rich fruity aroma.

Kuang Fuan was well aware of the bullying of these colonists. In the Battle of France, the British and French had their backbones knocked off by the Germans. They lost their former confidence and faced the aggressive Japan.

The British and French hoped that the Japanese would support the Jewish people in establishing their country in Manchuria, so that their colonial rule in Shanghai could continue. There had been rumors that the puppet government wanted to take back the concession. This was the Japanese's test of the concession.

He thought in his mind and replied: "Sir, I don't think so. The Japanese don't even let go of the distant Mite Island, but will they let go of the concession that is so close? I think you should have made plans in advance. "

 As a qualified subordinate, at this moment, you cannot just be a yes-man, but you must bravely put forward your own opinions.

 The wine glass stopped shaking, and John Kai sat upright and thought carefully about Kuang Fuan's words.

 Yes, compared with Mite Island, Shanghai's interests are greater. With the interests of the empire being extremely weakened, the current concession is very fragile.

There is a saying in the Republic of China, "Children hold gold to get through the bustling city." There is also a proverb in Britain that money and disaster are twin brothers. The Japanese cannot let go of what they are talking about, and they really need to make plans in advance.

Once the Japanese take action, the port city and Southeast Asia will not be safe. However, India is far away from Japan and has a large area, so it can be used as a temporary foothold.

John Kaizi glanced at Kuang Fuan and decided to take him with him when he left. In a new colony, old subordinates like this were still trustworthy, and the Indians could only use them as gatekeepers. However, the newspaper has published the secret conversation, and the government will definitely take action. I hope that the agents of the military commander will not make this largest city in East Asia a mess.

Immediately, Kai Ziwei ordered the patrol house to relax public security controls. There was no need to fall out with the government for the Japanese in the public settlement. The more fiercely the two sides fought, the safer the public settlement would be.

Similar to the British measures, the French Concession also adopted a strategy of watching the fire from afar. Inspector Annan who patrolled the house was told that anyone who dared to help the Japanese or the Republic of China would be severely punished.

Different from the reaction of the colonists, ordinary citizens in Shanghai exploded when they learned about the secret talks between Japan and Jews. Several Jewish communities were attacked. Many Jewish people who had just fled from Europe were in panic all day long and did not even dare to enter or leave the community.

Ji from Jinling also expressed his protest to Tokyo in a subtle way. His basic plan was to save the country through twists and turns. If the Puppet Manchukuo was to be ceded another piece of land, wouldn't he become Shi Jingtang of the time?

 Due to the puppet government, the Japanese could not directly attack the people, so they had to send troops to protect the Judah community and prevent the situation from deteriorating.

 Whether this is intended to put pressure on the Judah negotiators is a matter of opinion.

 In short, the storm of public opinion caused by the Japanese-Jewish negotiations and the Judah threat theory gradually blew away the thick layer of fog, and Zuo Zhong achieved most of his goals.

With such turbulent public opinion, the well-informed underground party would naturally not miss it. Kuang Fuan ended his meeting with Kai Ziwei and rushed to a secret place to meet Zuo Zhong's old classmate Ban Jun.

"Chief, has the patrol room received any information about the location of the Japanese-Jewish secret meeting?" Ban Jun asked while pouring water for Kuang Fuan.

Kuang Fuan thanked him and nodded: "Yes, MI2 intelligence officers in China have noticed that there have been recent Japanese military activities in Hartung Garden, and there have also been changes in the Japanese General Club and a wealthy Judah businessman.

But my analysis is that the Japanese will not be so careless. This is probably a trap set by the enemy. In addition, the spy leader of the Hase Agency, Ryosuke Hase, previously went to an abandoned Japanese army station on the outskirts of the city, and his whereabouts were quite mysterious.

MI2 agents once wanted to investigate this place at close range, but were discovered and detained by the Japanese army. If they had not revealed their identity in time, they would have been shot dead on the spot by the Japanese army. There must be something wrong there. "

 “Abandoned military station?”

Ban Jun put down the teapot and muttered to himself, then shook his head: "If there is really a problem there, let alone the British, even the Japanese and the Japanese will not let it go. I don't think these two places are real." goal.

 According to the intelligence coming from the underground organizations in North China, and our experience in dealing with the Special Committee on China in the past two years, Osako Tossada is acting cunningly. You continue to learn about the situation through British channels, and contact me as soon as you have any news. "

As an old underground man, Ban Jun has a keen sense of danger. He did not believe that Dafu would reveal his flaws so easily. After thinking about it, he added.

"The superiors informed me that my old classmate Zuo Zhong has also come to Shanghai. This move in the newspaper seems to be his handiwork. We must find a way to remind the military commander that the overall situation of joint anti-Japanese resistance is the most important. We cannot let the anti-Japanese forces sacrifice in vain. "

Kuang Fuan did not object. The more strength he had, the more chance of victory. The government could do things that pleased relatives and enemies, but they could not, so they told the intelligence they had.

"Okay, I know a secret stronghold of Zhongtong, which is a bacon shop. Some strangers have been there in the past two days. This matter may be related to the secret talks between Japan and Japan. I will find someone to send a letter to the other party."

 Ban Jun frowned. The Central Commander’s confidentiality was very problematic. The news might have been in the hands of the Japanese before it was sent to the mountain city. He pondered for a while.

“Forget it, I have a way to contact Chen Gongshu of the Shanghai District of Juntong. On the matter of resisting Japan, Juntong is more trustworthy than Central Untong.”

Kuang Fuan smiled. The underground party in Shanghai had cooperated with the military commander. Regardless of differences in beliefs, the professionalism and combat will of the military commander's intelligence personnel were far superior to those of the central commander. They were indeed a good helper.

 After the discussion, the two of them left the meeting place separately. Ban Jun did not deliberately go around in circles and walked into a dance hall on Jinling Road.

 Passing through the door, the melodious jazz music in the hall, the lavish stage, the well-dressed guests and waiters, and the smoke from cigars and cigarettes formed a picture of luxury in a chaotic period.

Ban Jun, dressed in a Western-style outfit, greeted the guests with a natural expression and graceful movements. At first glance, he looked like he was used to the scene at the pier.

After he sat down in the booth, he stretched out his hand and snapped his fingers in the air. Immediately, a waiter in a bow tie trotted forward and asked him enthusiastically what he needed.

“Sir, hello, I haven’t seen the morning light yet. What do you need?”

Ban Jun casually replied with the old rules, then looked at a group of red-faced and dancing Japanese people not far away, and asked the waiter in a low voice who they were.

“I heard he was a Japanese naval officer.” The waiter put his hand in front of his mouth, bent down and replied cautiously.

Hearing this, Ban Jun nodded and glanced at one of them. The other person seemed to notice it. He followed his gaze and raised his glass and smiled at him. The two clinked glasses at a distance.