Ning Zhiheng looked at them with some worry. Their military ranks were indeed too low, which would be a disadvantage when assigning positions. After all, the difference between military rank and position should not be too great. However, they were his trusted subordinates in the Military Intelligence Bureau. This opportunity was rare, and everything could be reassigned. If it was delayed until the next time, it would not be so convenient.
Zhao Jiang's rank of lieutenant is relatively easy to determine, since Ning Zhiheng can decide the promotion of lieutenant-level officers himself. However, if Nie Tianming wants to be promoted to major, he must have some outstanding achievements; otherwise, he can only wait to accumulate seniority.
Ning Zhiheng hadn't yet submitted his report on the merits of the Li Jiangguan case in Guangzhou. He had made great contributions this time, and if nothing unexpected happened, another group of his intelligence personnel in Shanghai would be promoted. However, he couldn't get involved with Nie Tianming and couldn't report his merits on his behalf. Ning Zhiheng felt a bit of a headache.
“I will arrange your positions. You are my people, so you should know that. Don’t embarrass me in any way, understand?” Ning Zhiheng said in a deep voice.
Zhao Jiang and Nie Tianming understood Ning Zhiheng's meaning when they heard his words. They knew that they were about to be promoted, and they were overjoyed. This shows that having a powerful backer and not having one are completely different.
"Yes, we understand!" the two replied in unison.
At Ning Zhiheng's signal, they left. As soon as they stepped out of the office, they couldn't help but look at each other, their joy barely concealed. They gave each other a high five and quickly left.
That evening, Zhao Ziliang, along with several high-ranking officers from the Operations Section, hosted a welcome banquet for Ning Zhiheng. Everyone reminisced about their past and chatted freely, creating a lively atmosphere!
As the saying goes, war breaks out and the military rises. The full-scale outbreak of the War of Resistance against Japan also led to a rapid rise in the status of soldiers. The power of various factions in the military expanded rapidly, and the Military Intelligence Investigation Department was no exception. These officers all benefited more or less from this promotion. Zhao Ziliang and Xiang Yan were promoted from the head of the action section to the head of the action department. Their subordinates expanded rapidly and their power increased greatly, so they were all very excited.
As the wine flowed freely, Zhao Ziliang patted Ning Zhiheng on the shoulder and said sincerely, "Zhiheng, although our action department is now divided into two, our relationship is different from others. I have watched you get to where you are today step by step. From now on, our two departments will work together without any distinction. If you need us, just ask!"
Ning Zhiheng nodded repeatedly, agreeing, "Section Chief, don't worry, you will always be my leader. From now on, just give me an order, and I will obey without question!"
Xiang Yan, standing to the side, laughed and said, "Zhiheng is young and promising, and he's already surpassed me. It's only because I'm magnanimous that I can't drink this wine! Haha!"
Ning Zhiheng quickly raised his glass to Xiang Yan with both hands, respectfully saying, "Section Chief, you flatter me too much. I served under you and was very grateful for your kindness. I'd like to toast you!"
The two clinked glasses lightly and drank it all in one gulp.
"Section Chief, I heard that the Intelligence Section has also been divided into two divisions this time. I wonder what the specific arrangements are?" Ning Zhiheng then asked Zhao Ziliang.
Zhao Ziliang was the chief's confidant and held a high position in military intelligence investigations. He knew many things in advance, and it was difficult to keep anything from him.
"The Intelligence Section is indeed the Director's direct subordinate. This time it has been expanded a lot and divided into two sections. The First Intelligence Section is the Military Intelligence Section, headed by Bian Ze. The Second Intelligence Section is the Political Intelligence Section, headed by Gu Zhengqi. This time Gu Zhengqi was at a disadvantage, while Bian Xiangnan held great power. He is still the Director's confidant. From now on, the First Intelligence Section will be specifically for dealing with the Japanese. We will have to deal with them frequently."
This situation was exactly as Ning Zhiheng had expected. Gu Zhengqi had achieved almost nothing in dealing with the Japanese over the years, suffering repeated setbacks and defeats. On the contrary, he had planted many spies within the Kuomintang and had placed spies in all departments. Any slight movement in any department could not be kept from him. It was just right for him to be the head of the Political Intelligence Department.
Bian Ze, on the other hand, had been dealing with the Japanese all these years. He was involved in almost every major operation against the Japanese. This situation only changed after Ning Zhiheng joined the Military Intelligence Investigation Department. He had extremely rich experience in fighting the enemy. He was in charge of the Guangzhou operation this time, so he naturally became the director of the Military Intelligence Department.
"I heard that Deputy Director Shen also benefited from this and got involved?" Ning Zhiheng asked.
Zhao Ziliang shook his head and smiled, "Deputy Director Shen has his own team. He recruited quite a few people this time and reportedly set up a separate Political Supervision Department. The director is a man named Xie Jinglun. He mainly deals with internal government departments, but don't worry about him. He can't control our Military Intelligence Bureau."
"Isn't this taking away the job of the Central Party Affairs Investigation Department?" Ning Zhiheng asked in surprise.
Zhao Ziliang said dismissively, "That's true, it's all dogs fighting each other. But now the Central Party Affairs Investigation Department isn't popular anymore, so we've started to get involved in some political affairs. Deputy Director Shen has a strong backing, so he can definitely get some good jobs."
Everyone chatted and talked until late at night before dispersing.
In the following days, Ning Zhiheng was extremely busy preparing for the establishment of the organization, receiving personnel from various departments who came to report for duty, and handling various affairs.
Five days later, Wei Liangbi finally rushed to the headquarters from Chongqing. After paying his respects to Huang Xianzheng, he immediately reported to Ning Zhiheng.
Upon hearing the report, Ning Zhiheng quickly led his team to greet Wei Liangbi and the others at the main gate and welcomed them into the Second Operations Division.
He led Wei Liangbi to the office prepared especially for him and said with a smile, "Senior brother, you didn't expect this, did you? We brothers have finally made it through. Who could have imagined this day two years ago?"
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