Kuroki Takeichi was immediately intrigued when he saw the manuscript in front of him. He picked up the thick manuscript and began to carefully read through it.

The overall effect was as good as he had imagined. The manuscript was clear in paragraphs, with a distinct main plot, an engaging storyline, and fluent writing. It displayed remarkable literary skill in its simplicity. Most importantly, the calligraphy was outstanding, vigorous and powerful, refined and elegant, and neat and upright, making it impossible to put the book down.

"Excellent!" Kuroki Gaku put down the manuscript and clapped his hands in praise. "Fujiwara-kun, Uehara-shogun will be very satisfied. I will inform him now. I believe he is also eager to see this manuscript."

After saying that, they picked up the phone and dialed a number. After receiving a positive reply, the two of them immediately went out and headed straight for the garrison headquarters.

Half an hour later, after passing through numerous checkpoints and entering the headquarters hall, Ning Zhiheng noticed that the scene inside was quite different from the previous two times. There were many more officers coming and going in the corridors and the main hall, and everyone was in a hurry, with their pace quickening. The atmosphere in the entire headquarters had become noticeably tense.

Kuroki Gakuichi was also very perceptive and sensed this, and couldn't help but whisper, "This phenomenon is not normal. Could it be that something has happened?"

Ning Zhiheng naturally knew why; it must be a series of chain reactions triggered by the Marco Polo Bridge Incident, and soon the war between China and Japan would be transferred here.

They soon arrived at Uehara Junpei's office, and this time when they saw him, his expression was much more serious than before.

Upon seeing the two enter, Uehara Junpei's face broke into a rare smile. He put down the phone, stood up, and led the two to a tea table. He said, "I was really surprised to receive Kuroki-kun's call. I didn't expect that Fujiwara-kun had already finished organizing the manuscript. I thought it would take at least another half month. Fujiwara-kun, you've worked so hard!"

"You're too kind, General! This is your original manuscript," Ning Zhiheng said, bowing respectfully.

Kuroki Gakuichi placed the tidied manuscript in front of him and said with a smile, "Uehara-kun, take a look. I can guarantee you will be very satisfied."

Upon hearing this, Uehara Junpei's eyes lit up. He quickly opened the manuscript and began to read it. He was immediately attracted by the extremely beautiful running script. The following content did not disappoint him. He felt that his original manuscript, after these revisions, truly expressed his feelings. He just didn't have such good expression skills. Now, he was extremely satisfied.

He looked at the manuscript for a long time before putting it down. Looking at Ning Zhiheng, he said sincerely, "Fujiwara-kun, thank you!"

Ning Zhiheng quickly bowed and said, "You're too kind!"

Just as Uehara Junpei was about to say something, the phone on his desk rang. He quickly walked over to the desk, picked up the phone, and soon frowned. After a short while, he put down the phone and pondered for a moment.

He then returned to the tea table and looked at Ning Zhiheng, saying, "Fujiwara-kun, Kuroki-kun, it would be best if you two left Shanghai for the time being, especially now, when the situation is turbulent and we are at the forefront of a storm. Wait a while, see how things develop, and then come back."

Upon hearing this, Kuroki Gaku felt a pang of anxiety. He and Uehara Junpei had been friends for many years and knew each other very well. For Uehara Junpei to suggest that they temporarily leave Shanghai, there must be some security issues involved.

Ning Zhiheng nodded in approval. This General Uehara was a thoughtful man. He had indeed taken Kuroki Yueyi and himself as close friends, revealing a clue in advance.

Kuroki Gakuichi hesitated before asking, "Uehara-kun, will the situation in Shanghai change?"

Uehara Junpei nodded. He still didn't want his friend to be in danger, so he lowered his voice and said, "Actually, this can't be kept secret forever. You'll find out soon enough. Three days ago, we had a major conflict with the Chinese in the north. War is imminent. As the battlefield closest to the heart of the Chinese government, the Chinese won't stand idly by while we gather our forces. So Shanghai is about to be drawn into a war, and we've begun active preparations. To cope, we've already organized all able-bodied young men as reserves. Kuroki-kun is fine, but Fujiwara-kun will definitely be assigned to the reserves. This work will begin very soon, so..."

At this point, he sighed softly, "Perhaps it's just a bullet, a shrapnel. Fujiwara-kun, you are still so young, and you will surely have a bright future. I don't want such a talented young man to be sent to the battlefield and sacrificed for nothing!"

Uehara Junpei greatly admired Ning Zhiheng's literary talent, especially since Ning Zhiheng had fulfilled his long-cherished wish. Therefore, he did not want Ning Zhiheng to take such a risk and thus revealed some inside information.

Both Kuroki Yueyi and Ning Zhiheng showed surprise at the same time. However, Kuroki Yueyi was genuinely shocked that the situation had become so serious, while Ning Zhiheng had expected it.

However, he was still slightly disappointed. He had originally hoped to use this manuscript to get to know Uehara Junpei better and see if he could get some valuable information from him. But now, he had to leave the Japanese-occupied area. Otherwise, he would be conscripted by the Japanese and sent to the battlefield as cannon fodder, which would be too unjust.

It seems that his mission in Shanghai has been temporarily completed. Fortunately, the identity of Fujiwara Tomohito has been preserved intact, and he can still make a difference when he returns in the future.

This meeting with Uehara Junpei was very short. Uehara Junpei was immediately busy with many matters, and Kuroki Gakuichi and Ning Zhiheng also got up to say goodbye.

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