Ning Zhiheng's words moved everyone. Only then did Kuroki Yueyi realize that the Nanwu Library was a place of friendship among all his old friends, and he really shouldn't have pretended to refuse.
He stood up, bowed deeply to Ning Zhiheng, and said with emotion, "I'm sorry, it was my oversight. Thank you very much for your kindness, Fujiwara-kun. I am truly grateful."
Looking at the scene before him, Hiroki Ito exclaimed in admiration, "Kuroki-kun has always been sincere and upright, which is why so many friends are willing to help him wholeheartedly. I am truly envious. On such a wonderful day, we must celebrate and drink to our hearts' content!"
This suggestion was met with immediate approval from everyone. Ning Zhiheng made a phone call to arrange for the group to head to the Spring Hotel for a celebratory gathering.
Kuroki Takeichi gathered all his friends in Shanghai. These literary figures formed their own circle, consisting of well-known scholars and artists. Kuroki Takeichi was also a prominent member in Shanghai, and many friends came to join in the fun.
Kuroki Yueyi introduced them to Ning Zhiheng. Everyone heard about the story between Ning Zhiheng and Kuroki Yueyi and greatly praised Ning Zhiheng's trustworthy and righteous behavior. As a result, Ning Zhiheng quickly became friends with these literati and artists, which also allowed Ning Zhiheng to have his first contact with some outstanding figures in the Japanese art world in Shanghai.
Late at night, on Avenue Joffre in the French Concession, Iwai Nosuke sat in his car, staring at the Grand Palace Ballroom not far away.
Agent Nakajima Yukichi reported, "Iwai-kun, we haven't found anything after following him for the past few days. This Rong Hao is very cautious, always accompanied by several bodyguards, making it difficult for us to get close."
Iwai nosuke rubbed his temples, somewhat troubled. The surveillance over the past few days had yielded no results. Rong Hao was a man of wide social circle, and he had come into contact with too many people, making it impossible to determine which of his accomplices were among them. He had even considered taking matters into his own hands to arrest him, but the other party was heavily guarded, with several bodyguards protecting him whenever he went in or out. If he were to force his way in, it would be difficult to ensure that he wouldn't alert others. The main issue was that this was the French Concession, and if the commotion was too great, it would be difficult for them to escape as well. He couldn't help but feel a bit worried.
“It seems that investigating secretly is too time-consuming and laborious. We still need to find an opportunity to take action. We can’t keep dragging this on like this,” Iwai Nosuke said in a deep voice.
“Opportunities are hard to come by. We’ve investigated his family situation. He’s single, has no family, and has quite a few bodyguards at his residence. However, he has a lover who lives in an apartment near his home. They met up the night before last. I think it would be a good opportunity to make a move while he’s out with his woman and spending the night outside!” Nakajima Yukichi replied. These people were all professional agents, and they quickly got to the bottom of Rong Hao’s situation in just a few days.
Iwai nosuke nodded and said, "Very good, that's a good idea. Keep an eye on him for the next two days. Once he goes to see that woman, we'll make our move, catch him, and get him to talk. Then we can take care of him!"
Iwai nosuke couldn't help but feel smug. All along, this mysterious Chinese intelligence team had been running rampant in Shanghai, bombing warehouses, killing Japanese spies, and eliminating traitors, causing enormous damage and becoming the biggest threat to the Empire's Shanghai base. Now it seemed that he would be the one to end their fate with his own hands. What an honor that would be!
He checked the time and ordered, "I'll go in and keep an eye on him to see if anyone contacts him. You guys set up surveillance around the area."
"yes!"
Iwai nosuke got out of the car, gently straightened his suit jacket and tie, and stepped into the Da Dong Gong Ballroom.
Meanwhile, in the office of the Dadong Palace Ballroom, Rong Hao was also talking with the ballroom manager, Xuan Gaofei.
"Old Gao, I just received a message from the team leader. According to reliable sources, we have made some progress in finding the Japanese agent Iwai nosuke that we are looking for. Moreover, there is a high probability that he will be in entertainment venues recently. Our intelligence department controls many such places. The Da Dong Palace Ballroom is specifically under the responsibility of the two of us. We must not make any mistakes."
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