"Understood, I will definitely try to build a good relationship with him and make him happy!" Hou Weizhao felt a pang of anxiety upon hearing Zheng Hongbo's words. These people from headquarters were not to be trifled with, especially during this special period, when the slightest mistake could not be made.
As the banquet began, Bian Ze gently comforted his former subordinates. The six officers behind him were naturally accompanied by their own people, and Lieutenant Colonel Hou Weizhao, the head of the intelligence department, even came to accompany them personally.
Everyone got along well. After several rounds of drinks and dishes, Hou Weizhao invited Ning Zhiheng to drink with him. He was very amiable, and with his deliberate flattery, everyone chatted happily.
After he got up and left, Ning Zhiheng knew that his actions had given him away. As a lieutenant colonel and intelligence chief, his attempt to curry favor with him was far too obvious!
Since it can't be hidden any longer, it's better to make direct contact and save everyone from guessing. Anyway, I won't show my face again after I find the mole, so I don't expect it to cause any major problems.
After the welcoming banquet, Ning Zhiheng went up to Bian Ze and whispered the situation to him. Bian Ze was also taken aback, and said with a sneer, "These people are quite clever, but unfortunately they use them against their own people. Well then, let's be frank with them so they don't become paranoid and see threats everywhere!"
He had indeed been thinking of secretly investigating these former subordinates one by one, but now that Zheng Hongbo probably knew what he meant, he decided not to hide it anymore.
Upon returning to Shanghai Station, he summoned Zheng Hongbo to his office, which he had used when he worked in Shanghai. Upon hearing that Bian Ze was coming to Shanghai, Zheng Hongbo quickly arranged for the room to be vacated and carefully furnished as Bian Ze's office during his stay in Shanghai.
Bian Ze directly arranged the internal screening operation for Zheng Hongbo, which relieved Zheng Hongbo, indicating that Bian Ze trusted him.
At the same time, Ning Zhiheng was introduced to him in person. Zheng Hongbo immediately realized that, just as he had judged, this young man was indeed Ning Zhiheng from the Action Section.
Ning Zhiheng and Zheng Hongbo shook hands and said with a smile, "Station Chief Zheng is indeed very perceptive. No small oversight can escape your notice. I admire you!"
"That's because Zhiheng, your outstanding temperament makes you unforgettable wherever you go!" Zheng Hongbo said with a smile, addressing him by his name affectionately.
Ning Zhiheng felt that these words were an insult to him. If it were an ordinary person, praising them for their outstanding temperament and unforgettable appearance would undoubtedly be a compliment.
But if you tell a secret agent that he has an outstanding presence and is recognized at first glance, isn't that just saying that your own abilities are not up to par?
This is actually related to the nature of Ning Zhiheng's work. All along, Ning Zhiheng has been arresting Japanese spies, that is, being a hunter to catch its prey. In other words, his identity is that of an official, while his opponents are thieves.
Therefore, Ning Zhiheng had no need to disguise himself; it was his prey who disguised themselves, trying to evade his eyes. He himself was only good at seeing through disguises, but rarely made any deliberate attempts to disguise himself.
In addition, his strong personality and strong desire for control naturally give people a tough and intimidating impression, making him stand out even more. These traits often show without him even realizing it. With the help of his incompetent teammates, and Zheng Hongbo's deep understanding of the people around Bian Ze, the veteran agent Zheng Hongbo was able to see through him immediately.
This incident made Ning Zhiheng realize his weakness very clearly. It seems that he is obviously not qualified to be an excellent agent.
From now on, I must work harder on my disguise. This time it was Zheng Hongbo who recognized me, which is fine, but if it's the Japanese next time, it will be an irreparable mistake.
Ning Zhiheng immediately asked Zheng Hongbo if he needed to review the information of all the personnel at the Shanghai station, including the materials of those who died in this operation. Zheng Hongbo readily agreed and immediately summoned Hou Weizhao, the head of the intelligence department.
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