Wang Hanmin's analysis made Li Zhiqun suddenly realize that now was not the time to dwell on Geng Xingwei's escape. The most important thing at present was to determine whether this investigation plan could still be implemented.
If Geng Xingwei's escape is unrelated to this matter, and the big fish in Nanjing is still in the net, then it's fine if he escapes; I don't have the energy to pursue him.
Thinking of this, he said to Wang Hanmin, "Brother Hanmin sees things clearly. I've been so busy and flustered lately that my brain is completely muddled."
At this point, he turned and waved to Zhang Jingyao, instructing him: "Immediately send someone to Nanjing to confirm the situation of Maoyuan Trading Company. If nothing has changed, proceed with the plan and keep an eye on it. If something has happened to Maoyuan Trading Company, investigate the situation thoroughly and report back to me as soon as possible."
Zhang Jingyao quickly stood at attention and accepted the order, saying loudly, "Yes, I will immediately dispatch capable personnel and set off now."
Watching Zhang Jingyao leave, Li Zhiqun couldn't help but shake his head. He walked to a chair, sat down wearily, and after a long while sighed, said to Wang Hanmin, "I don't know why, but lately nothing has been going right. Whatever I do, the things I fear most are exactly what happen. It feels terrible! It's like there's an invisible hand manipulating everything behind the scenes, making it hard for me to breathe."
Wang Hanmin looked at Li Zhiqun in surprise. He hadn't expected that in less than a month, the once spirited and ambitious Li Zhiqun would become so dejected and depressed. It seemed that the consequences of this great upheaval were indeed very heavy for Li Zhiqun!
He could only try to comfort him, saying, "Director, I think you've been working too hard lately. You're injured, so you need to rest. Besides, this whole ordeal is over now, and the Japanese are still supporting you as always. If you don't have people, you can recruit more; if the team is scattered, you can rebuild it. Don't be too pessimistic!"
Li Zhiqun forced a smile and waved his hand, saying, "I understand the reasoning, but the current situation doesn't allow me to back down in the slightest!"
At this point, he slapped the armrest of his chair with one hand, straightened his posture, coughed lightly, and said solemnly, "Brother Hanmin, the work of the Special Agent Headquarters is very complicated and there is a lot to be done. The newly promoted cadres have been put in place, and your work is about to begin. I have decided that you will be mainly responsible for dealing with the Kuomintang's infiltrators. You know them well, so you will be able to do this work easily and efficiently."
Li Zhiqun's plan for Wang Hanmin was to use him to deal with the Military Intelligence Bureau. Wang Hanmin had been in the business for a long time and was extremely familiar with the Military Intelligence Bureau. The Military Intelligence Bureau had always been the biggest adversary of the 76th Special Agent Headquarters, so Li Zhiqun had always placed high hopes on Wang Hanmin.
"Thank you for your trust, Director. I will do my best!" Wang Hanmin could only nod in agreement.
He has no other choice now. The Military Intelligence Bureau is constantly plotting to kill him, and he cannot just sit idly by and wait to die. He has no choice but to take a gamble.
Li Zhiqun continued, "In addition, among the six departments, the first department is specifically responsible for dealing with the Military Intelligence Bureau. The department head, Luo Xingchao, is quick-witted, shrewd, and capable. He can be said to be the most outstanding intelligence expert in the Special Agent Headquarters. From now on, he will be your assistant, and you can arrange anything for him!"
"OK!"
Wang Hanmin nodded in agreement, then thought for a moment and asked, "It seems the director values this Director Luo highly?"
Li Zhiqun nodded and then introduced, "There's something I need to make clear to you beforehand. This Director Luo has a very special identity. He's a veteran spy planted in China by the Japanese before the full-scale war between China and Japan. He's deeply trusted by the Japanese. Before I came to Shanghai, he was responsible for monitoring Wen Hao. Later, when the Special Agent Headquarters was established, he was ordered to be transferred there. His main task is to monitor Ding Mo and me. So, you need to be careful about your manners and attitude when you're with him."
"What?"
Wang Hanmin's eyes narrowed, and he was utterly astonished. He looked at Li Zhiqun and asked in a low voice, "Is this person a Japanese informant?"
Seeing Wang Hanmin's alarmed expression, Li Zhiqun couldn't help but chuckle. He waved his hand and said, "You don't need to be so surprised. The Japanese have no intention of hiding Luo Xingchao's identity. Colonel Qingqing once had a frank talk with me, asking me to unconditionally support Luo Xingchao's work. In fact, everyone in the Special Agent Headquarters knows this, but they just don't say it out loud!"
Frankly, I even suspect that this person is actually a real Japanese spy. As far as I know, there are many such people in the Japanese intelligence agencies, and they all have Chinese identities.
Fortunately, Luo Xingchao is easy to get along with, always respectful to his superiors, and has excellent work skills. He played a significant role in my conflict with Ding Mo this time; otherwise, Ding Mo wouldn't have been so easily ousted. I've spoken with him, and he's willing to obey your leadership, so you don't need to worry about that.
After listening, it took Wang Hanmin a long time to process the information. He couldn't help but shake his head and smile wryly, "Director, his identity is so special, you're putting me in a difficult position."
Li Zhiqun spread his hands and said helplessly, "I have no choice. The other departments all have their own responsibilities. But don't worry, as the deputy director, you can't be without subordinates. I've already thought about it and prepared a team for you."
"What power?" Wang Hanming quickly asked.
"It's the Second Battalion of the Action Brigade. This battalion was almost decimated in this major upheaval. Battalion Commander Wu Zhenming was assassinated, and the main officers and personnel also suffered heavy losses. I'm currently replenishing the personnel, but the officer vacancies have been ongoing. I specifically reserved this position for you. I'll bring over those officers from the National Salvation Army who were captured immediately. You still need to work on them and win them over as soon as possible to supplement the Second Battalion of the Action Brigade. From now on, personnel transfers and arrangements for this battalion won't need to go through me; you can be fully responsible for them. What do you think?"
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