Looking at Feng Shinian, who was standing respectfully before him, Luo Xingchao smiled kindly and waved for Feng Shinian to sit down.

Feng Shinian was somewhat flattered. He carefully sat down on the sofa to the side and asked respectfully, "Director, what are your instructions for calling me here?"

Luo Xingchao opened the drawer, took out a thick stack of banknotes, got up and sat down in front of Feng Shinian, placed the banknotes on the table, and said, "Old Feng, although this mission failed, man proposes, God disposes, and the responsibility does not lie with us. I will not forget your contribution. This is the bonus I applied for for you, enough for you to settle down."

Looking at the banknotes in front of him, Feng Shinian bowed to Luo Xingchao and said gratefully, "Thank you very much, Director. You have been very generous before, and you have really saved my whole family."

Luo Xingchao's attitude became even more cordial. He waved his hand and said with a smile, "Hey, we're all family, no need to be so polite. How is it? Has your wife recovered?"

Previously, Feng Shinian's wife had suffered from lung disease for a long time without being cured. After taking three doses of sulfamethoxazole, her condition was quickly brought under control. She also spent money to recuperate for a period of time, and now she has greatly improved. For this, Feng Shinian was extremely grateful to Luo Xingchao. When Luo Xingchao asked, he quickly replied, "It's all thanks to the director's kindness. After taking the medicine, she has almost recovered."

Luo Xingchao nodded, his expression turning serious, and said, "Alright! Now that you have no more worries, let's talk about your work arrangements."

Upon hearing this, Feng Shinian's heart tightened. His original intention was to get the money and flee Shanghai with his family to make a living in Hong Kong. He had no intention of staying to work for the Special Agent Headquarters.

Upon hearing Luo Xingchao's words, Feng Shinian quickly spoke up first, saying, "Director, I'm not very capable, and I can't do much if I stay. I think I should go back to teaching at the university..."

"They're trying to run away, aren't they!"

Before he could finish speaking, Luo Xingchao interrupted him, his expression changing instantly, a murderous glint in his eyes. Feng Shinian trembled, speechless.

Luo Xingchao snorted coldly, straightened his posture on the sofa, and said in a stern tone, "You think you can just walk away after taking the benefits? Do you really think the Special Agent Headquarters is a place you can come and go as you please? Let me tell you, from the moment you stepped into this door again, you have no way out!"

Luo Xingchao's words cast a shadow over Feng Shinian's heart. He had been mentally prepared for this outcome, and now it was indeed the case; these people would not let him off easily.

Luo Xingchao looked coldly at Feng Shinian, and after a long while, he softened his tone and said, "Old Feng, you are different now than before. Director Li and I have high hopes for you. You know Chen Hongchi and his people very well. This is your advantage and your opportunity. Don't miss it. Here's what we'll do: you go to the intelligence section to report. I will ask Section Chief Cui to take good care of you."

Knowing he couldn't refuse, Feng Shinian could only nod and agree, saying, "Thank you for your guidance, Director. I will follow your instructions in everything."

When Luo Xingchao saw that Feng Shinian agreed, he laughed heartily and his tone became even more amiable. He continued, "During this time, bring your family to Jessfield Road. I will find you a place to stay. Be careful when you go out. Our Special Agent Headquarters is full of people and gossip. If your information is leaked, it's only a matter of time before the Military Intelligence Bureau comes after you. You should be aware of this."

Feng Shinian nodded repeatedly in agreement. Finally, Luo Xingchao gave him a few more words of encouragement before sending Feng Shinian away.

Luo Xingchao had his reasons for doing this. All the people who knew about the operation had been silenced, and only Feng Shinian, a key figure, was still alive. Naturally, Luo Xingchao couldn't just let Feng Shinian go.

If Feng Shinian's defection to the enemy was due to Wang Hanmin's betrayal and his inability to withstand severe torture, then Luo Xingchao still had some sympathy for him. That's why he later showed leniency towards these people and gave them a way out.

However, this time, Feng Shinian betrayed his former comrades entirely for personal reasons, and almost caused significant losses. Luo Xingchao absolutely does not condone such a traitor.

Neither the serious illness of a family member nor the dire living conditions can justify his defection to the enemy and betrayal of his country.

Moreover, Feng Shinian's situation was special. He was very familiar with many of the cadres at the Shanghai Station and posed a great threat to the station. After this mission, Luo Xingchao planned to eliminate him.

However, the higher-ups had given different instructions regarding the handling of Feng Shinian. The instructions clearly stated that Feng Shinian should not be removed in the near future, and that he should be protected.

The reason is simple: not many people know that Feng Shinian betrayed Huang Lihui. Only Luo Xingchao and his subordinates who participated in the operation know. If Feng Shinian is eliminated soon, Li Zhiqun will definitely know that this is a retaliatory action against Feng Shinian for betraying his colleague.

In this way, Li Zhiqun, who had just thought the mole had been eliminated and had lowered his guard, would once again become more vigilant and scrutinize those around him, especially those who knew about the operation. Wouldn't this be counterproductive and completely contrary to Ning Zhiheng's original intention in framing Ning Zhiheng?

However, it was impossible to let Feng Shinian leave, escape the control of the intelligence department, betray his colleagues, and get rich and leave unscathed. Therefore, Luo Xingchao had to keep him by his side. Firstly, it would make him easier to control, and secondly, he would have to find a suitable opportunity and excuse in the future to eliminate him without arousing Li Zhiqun's suspicion.

At the Chongqing Military Intelligence Bureau headquarters, the director received two telegrams from the Shanghai station and the Shanghai intelligence section, with slightly different contents.

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