Ning Zhiheng and Huo Yueze were deeply moved by Zhu Weihua's sacrifice, and their emotions remained unsettled for a long time.

Xu Yongchang stood there without saying a word. Ever since the bloody battle in Nanshi, he had been depressed and eager to return to his unit to serve the country on the battlefield again. This was largely due to the inspiration he received from Zhu Weihua. He was unwilling to throw his life away on the Shanghai Bund and sell himself to gang leaders as a henchman. He knew he had a more important mission to complete.

Finally, Ning Zhiheng spoke first, asking, "You did a great job on this mission. The execution of Fu has given those who harbor disloyal intentions a sufficient warning. I believe that in the future, those merchants will not dare to associate with the Japanese again."

Now I'm asking you, what are your plans for the future? Like Director Huo promised before, if you want to go to southern Jiangsu to find your old unit, we'll arrange it for you. If you want to stay in Shanghai and join our intelligence station, I can agree to that too. It all depends on your wishes.”

To be honest, Ning Zhiheng admired Xu Yongchang at this time. This man was a good shot, skilled in combat, and a loyal soldier who had been tested by war. In addition, he also had a certain status in the Green Gang. If he stayed in Shanghai, he could do a lot of work for the intelligence station.

To his disappointment, Xu Yongchang chose a different path.

"Station Chief Ning, I want to go back to my old unit. I want to put that uniform back on and fight the Japanese to the death openly, just like the detachment commander!" Xu Yongchang said in a deep voice.

Ning Zhiheng was taken aback by his words. He vaguely remembered hearing these words before. Xu Yongchang, who was standing in front of him now, was just like Wang Shucheng back then. They were unwilling to hide in the darkness and act as a sharp sword. They longed to stand in the sunlight, to shed their blood and fight the enemy openly with their flesh and blood.

He hadn't been able to stop Wang Shucheng back then, and he wouldn't stop Xu Yongchang now. He stood up, walked up to Xu Yongchang, and said with satisfaction, "A man's blood is shed on the battlefield, and a soldier's life is lived with composure and without regret! I support your decision!"

After saying that, he took out a piece of paper and handed it to Xu Yongchang, saying, "I will verify your history after you left the team. I will report it to headquarters and re-establish your file. This is a contact point for finding the special operations team in southern Jiangsu. Now remember the code words on it. After you make contact with the contact person, he will arrange for you to return to your old unit! At the same time, I will send a telegram to the special operations team to prove your identity and arrange everything for you."

Xu Yongchang quickly picked up the slip of paper and carefully memorized its contents, repeating it to himself as if afraid of misremembering any word.

Only after confirming that his memory was correct did he hand the paper to Ning Zhiheng. Huo Yueze, who was standing nearby, quickly stepped forward, took out a match, struck a flame, and handed it to Ning Zhiheng.

Ning Zhiheng lit the paper over the flame, then threw it into the ashtray beside him, watching it burn to ashes.

Then he turned and said, "Before you leave, do one more thing!"

"Yes, please give your instructions, stationmaster!" Xu Yongchang quickly replied, accepting the order.

"You mentioned before that some of your comrades who retreated from Nanshi with you did not leave with Boss Yue because of their serious injuries, and some of them later returned to the gang!"

"Here's the thing, we've always kept in touch with these brothers. You want me to contact them?"

Ning Zhiheng nodded and pointed to Huo Yueze beside him, saying, "You are responsible for contacting them. Director Huo will make proper arrangements. If they are willing to serve the country again, I will give them a chance!"

Xu Yongchang was overjoyed. These brothers were in the same situation as him. They had all been forced to return to their old ways and join the gang because they thought the team had been broken up and they could not rejoin.

Now that Station Chief Ning is willing to give them a chance, they will surely return to the ranks of the National Revolutionary Army and serve the country once again.

"I'll contact them right away. They'll be ecstatic. After I'm done, I'll hand the connections over to Director Huo," Xu Yongchang quickly agreed.

Ning Zhiheng nodded in satisfaction and continued, "Your parents can no longer stay in the French Concession. The Fu family, especially that Manager Tian, ​​knows your home address. If they want revenge, they will be in danger. I have arranged for people to bring your parents and brothers to the International Settlement. Their personal safety will be protected by our intelligence station. This way, you can have no worries!"

Upon hearing Ning Zhiheng's words, Xu Yongchang was immediately moved. He bowed deeply to Ning Zhiheng, his body which had been standing ramrod straight, and said in a trembling voice, "I am so grateful for your help with my family matters, Station Chief! I will never forget your kindness!"

Ning Zhiheng reached out and helped him up, smiling as he said, "It's only right and proper. But I heard that your friend, Manager Tian, ​​upon hearing the news of Fu Yaozu's death, absconded with the company's money without a word. He's afraid of being purged by us, so he's gone into hiding! He's caused the Fu family to fall apart, so he probably doesn't have the energy to take care of you anymore!"

After saying that, Ning Zhiheng reached behind him again, and Huo Yueze quickly took out two stacks of brand-new banknotes from his briefcase and handed them to Ning Zhiheng.

Ning Zhiheng took it and placed it in Xu Yongchang's palm, smiling as he said, "You have rendered meritorious service to the country by eliminating traitors, and now you are going to southern Jiangsu to devote yourself to the revolution. This is your reward and settlement allowance, enough for your parents to live out their remaining years in peace. Go back and see them one last time. Their settlement is not far away. Director Huo will take you to see them. Then set off as soon as possible. I won't see you off!"

Holding the banknotes in his hand, Xu Yongchang could no longer hold back his tears. He stood at attention and once again gave Ning Zhiheng a respectful military salute.

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