Ning Zhiheng naturally wouldn't reveal that he had single-handedly advocated for and funded these events. Actually, this was for the best; everyone assumed that his teacher, He Feng, had been farsighted and had shielded Ning Zhiheng from much trouble. Otherwise, many things would have been impossible to explain, causing unnecessary complications!
He didn't want to say more about this matter and changed the subject directly, asking, "Is the Chief also worried about the situation deteriorating?"
Huang Xianzheng was clearly in high spirits at this moment, and since he regarded Ning Zhiheng as a confidant, they had a lot to discuss. He nodded and said, "A storm is brewing! There is a consensus among the military leadership that a war between China and Japan is inevitable sooner or later. The Japanese have already established a foothold in the Northeast and are eyeing the North covetously. They will soon move south, and we must make some preparations!"
Ning Zhiheng's mind raced at this moment, and he seized the opportunity to say, "I heard from my teacher that the ground in Chongqing is very unsafe. The Gelaohui (a secret society) is deeply entrenched, and the warlords in various places also have their own plans."
Furthermore, Sichuan has historically been far removed from the central government and has resisted imperial rule. I wonder what the higher-ups in the government are planning? Shouldn't our military intelligence department do something about it?
Huang Xianzheng nodded, his expression solemn, and said, "You're right, Zhiheng. I admire your political acumen. Those of us in the intelligence business need to have a keen sense of smell."
There are many smart people in our intelligence department, but not many with great wisdom. In fact, the work you mentioned has already begun.
This year, our Military Intelligence Investigation Department plans to send a large number of personnel to Changsha, Chongqing and other places to carry out clearing work and make various preparations for the future relocation of the government.
The military has begun planning to eliminate various local forces and bandit gangs. The principal has ordered our Military Intelligence Investigation Department to fully cooperate, and your Action Section must also allocate a number of personnel!
Ning Zhiheng's heart stirred, and he kept this matter firmly in mind! He talked with Huang Xianzheng for a while longer, and seeing that it was getting late, he got up to say goodbye. Huang Xianzheng asked Secretary Yu to see him to the door and watch him drive away.
In the study, Huang Xianzheng picked up the small leather suitcase from the desk and gently opened it. His eyes lit up immediately. He looked at the suitcase full of banknotes with some doubt, reached out and took out a stack of brand-new US dollars to check carefully. Then he took out all the US dollars from the suitcase and counted them carefully. He was also a little surprised.
The box contained a staggering $30,000, and inside was a jewelry box. Upon opening it, he found a box filled with precious gemstones of various colors. Its value was undoubtedly immense.
This was truly unexpected. He quickly opened the small leather suitcase he had prepared to give to the section chief. Just like his own, it was also full of US dollars, except for the jewels. After checking, it also contained thirty thousand US dollars!
Huang Xianzheng couldn't help but nod inwardly. This Ning Zhiheng was a man of great vision and had a grand style!
Corruption was rampant in the officialdom of the Republic of China, and it was common practice for subordinates to give gifts to their superiors. Huang Xianzheng was not surprised by Ning Zhiheng's gift, but he did not expect that Ning Zhiheng would give him 60,000 US dollars.
In his estimation, how much could a mere foot soldier like Dai Daguang possibly possess? According to convention, after deducting assets that needed to be seized, there wouldn't be much untapped wealth. Yet, Ning Zhiheng delivered $60,000 the very next day after the raid. This was undoubtedly a display of utmost sincerity; not a single benefit was kept, all was presented as tribute. This clearly demonstrated Ning Zhiheng's sincerity, especially his own share, which was the most valuable. It showed that in Ning Zhiheng's eyes, he was his greatest backer.
Ning Zhiheng rushed home, arriving at 10 p.m. He had been busy all day, dealing with all the chores, and finally felt a sense of relief, just about to rest. Then he heard a knock at the door.
Ning Zhiheng got up and opened the door, only to find that it was the Zuo siblings.
"Commander Ning!"
"It's you! Come in!" Ning Zhiheng gestured for them to enter the living room and closed the door.
“Commander Ning, we’ve already rented a courtyard nearby, very close to where you are. Please feel free to contact us anytime if you need anything,” Zuo Gang said.
Ning Zhiheng didn't expect them to act so quickly and arrange this matter so soon. This also shows the attitude of the three siblings. It seems that they really want to work with him!
Ning Zhiheng nodded and said, "Try to keep someone at home from now on, so I can let you know if anything happens."
After saying that, he threw a stack of US dollars on the table and said, "As long as you follow me, I will naturally treat you well. This is your usual allowance."
“Commander Ning, we usually have savings. When we were doing things for Dai Daguang, he didn’t treat us badly and was quite generous. We don’t lack money.” Zuo Gang didn’t take the money and kept declining.
Ning Zhiheng waved his hand to interrupt him, and said coldly, "There's a reason why I told you to take it. You need to be prepared. What I'm asking you to do isn't just running errands; it's all risking your lives. How can I trust you to work if you don't get paid?"
Hearing Ning Zhiheng's unfriendly tone, Zuo Gang reluctantly nodded and reached out to collect the stack of US dollars.
Seeing that he had put away the money, Ning Zhiheng thought for a moment and decided to resolve Dai Daguang's matter tonight to avoid any unforeseen complications. He then said, "Since you're here today, there's no time like the present, so I'll fulfill your wish. Yesterday, we seized Dai Daguang's properties. His wife and children have been arrested and taken to the police station."
Upon hearing Ning Zhiheng's words, Zuo Gang's eyes narrowed, and he opened his mouth to speak, but Zuo Rou grabbed him and reminded him not to say anything more.
She was afraid that her elder brother would bring up the old issue again, pleading for Dai Daguang's wife and children, which would displease Commander Ning.
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