Chapter 595: Little White Rabbit: The fish is hooked

Jieqiao Airport has a very short history.

It was only opened in 1931.

Before that, it was a training camp for the Qing Dynasty infantry. It is not very large. Later, it was expanded into an airport, and it became larger.

Due to its short history, the facilities and equipment were not yet complete.

If it wasn't for Chen Nai-fu, it would probably not have been taken seriously.

'Captain Gao...'

'Yes?'

'Why did the Eagles choose this place?'

'Because there were Soviets at Daxiaochang.'

'I see.'

Zhang Yong nodded thoughtfully.

In the history of the War of Resistance Against Japan, our textbooks rarely mention the assistance of the Soviets.

In fact, before the full-scale outbreak of the War of Resistance, and also after it had broken out, the Soviets provided a great deal of assistance to China. They provided everything from planes to guns.

There were also large numbers of advisory groups.

People like Rokossovsky and Chuikov, who later became famous, all spent at least three months in China.

After the supply of German equipment was cut off, many of the main forces of the National Army were replaced with Soviet equipment. This included the famous 74th Army.

However, international opinion at the time was not very friendly towards the Soviet Union.

It seems that Americans like Claire Chennault would not want to work with the Soviets at the same place.

The Nationalist government took this into account and arranged for the Kaiqiao airfield.

The two groups of people would be fine apart.

'Ooh!'

'Ooh!'

The sound of shovels kept coming.

It was a large number of civilian labourers, tamping the runway.

There were a lot of people. It was a bit chaotic. Obviously, they were rushing the work. A typical Chinese situation.

We didn't expect that Chen Nai-fu would arrive so soon, so the construction was slow. As a result, we were caught off guard.

There was no choice but to work day and night. We mobilised a large number of civilian workers. We worked like crazy.

It turned out that the Kaiqiao Airport only had a flight school, for training purposes. There were only some very old aircraft that Zhang Yong couldn't even name the model.

Now that Chen Nai-fu was coming, Gao Yuanhang brought some Hawker 2s here for the transfer.

As the number of aircraft increased, the various facilities and equipment also had to be upgraded.

Although the Hawker 2s were outdated, some key maintenance still had to be carried out by the Americans themselves. So, some American technicians were stationed here as well.

As the number of aircraft increased, the ground crew, security guards, logistics support, and so on, naturally had to increase as well.

Originally, the aviation school only had a guard company that was not full. Now it has increased to a full guard battalion. The number of people has skyrocketed, and the barracks are not enough. They also had to build their own barracks.

As a result, the entire Jieqiao Airport was in chaos.

Zhang Yong raised his binoculars to observe the surroundings and saw a row of planes in the distance.

At that time, the planes of the Nationalist government did not have hangars or sheds, and they were all placed in the open air. They were exposed to the wind and rain.

There were about twenty planes in total. Among them, there might be ten Hawker 2s.

The rest were old planes used by the aviation school. To be able to fly was already considered very satisfactory.

'When will the new planes arrive?'

'I don't know.'

'Oh.'

Zhang Yong stopped asking.

He believed that Gao Yuanhang really didn't know.

The new plane might not have been chosen yet. The Hawker 3 was never really satisfactory. The performance was poor.

However, apart from the Hawker 3, there didn't seem to be any better planes in the international aviation market at the time. Unless it was the bf109 that the Germans had just tested...

However, the Germans themselves had not yet adopted the bf109, and it would indeed be difficult to export it.

All that can be said is that man proposes, but God disposes.

'Sorry, the accommodation we have arranged for you may be a bit basic...'

'Don't worry about it. We're staying in the city.'

'I'm really sorry...'

'Our main responsibility is to root out Japanese spies in Hangzhou. Staying at the airport is not very convenient.'

'That's good. The cost will be reimbursed by the Air Force.'

Gao Yuanhang let out a sigh of relief.

Chennault had arrived too quickly. Everyone was caught off guard.

'Reimburse the expenses of the Japanese spies.'

'What?'

'I said, we will pay for our own expenses on this trip. You don't need to bear the cost.'

'Then...'

'The Japanese spies have money. We will become rich after capturing a few of them.'

'Good!'

Gao Yuanhang also did not hold back.

Because of the surprise attack by Chen Daxiong, they were indeed short of funds for a while.

There were too many things to do.

There was too much money to spend.

Fortunately, Zhang Yong had seized so many assets in Tianjin before. Otherwise, Madam might have had to ask the Committee for help.

It was actually quite alright now. The Air Supply Department could solve the problem on its own.

The goods transported back from Nanyuan Airport in Beijing by Chen Shanben in succession were worth at least 10 million silver dollars, which could support the operation for a while.

'You go find a hotel!' Zhang Yong turned to Yang Lichu and instructed.

His woman could not be made to suffer.

Living in a simple airport without even a private toilet is definitely not acceptable.

Although she is not used to pampering, she really can't bear hardship. Every time she goes on a business trip, she becomes haggard and can't recover. She must stay in a hotel to recover.

'Okay!' Yang Lichu didn't refuse either. She went with a few men.

'Get to work!' Zhang Yong perked up.

They were all men.

Men are here to work. Not to enjoy themselves.

The task is to catch Japanese spies.

There are so many civilian workers and personnel inside and outside the airport, and there are so many Japanese spies...

Huh?

None?

No way...

Zhang Yong couldn't believe it.

The map showed that there were indeed no red dots within the airport.

In other words, there were no Japanese spies hiding there.

As for whether there were any Japanese spies who had been bribed, that was hard to say. The map couldn't tell.

Good. First, we can rest assured.

There are no Japanese spies inside the airport for the time being.

Outside the airport...

There is.

There is a red dot near the entrance to the airport.

Zhang Yong raised his binoculars and saw that it was a grocery store. The red dot was the owner. It looked like he was a bit older.

'That grocery store...'

'Wait a minute. I'll get someone who knows the area to talk to you.'

'Okay!'

Zhang Yong nodded.

Gao Yuanhang had also just been transferred here. He didn't know the area.

The person he said was familiar with the situation was Lao Pan, who had worked at the airport for many years. He was also the vice president of the aviation school. Lao Pan had been transferred from the airport to the military.

'Grocery store? Lao Chen? He has been here since the beginning.'

'Since the beginning?'

'He was here when the airport was just being built.'

'Oh...'

Zhang Yong nodded.

That's amazing! The Japanese spies had vision.

Construction of the airport had only just begun here, but he was already lurking over there.

The Japanese spies must have had a better understanding of the airport than the Chinese.

Many people may not believe this when it is said. The world's first true and pure aircraft carrier was built by the Japanese.

It can be said that the Japanese took the lead in the development of aircraft carriers.

But then, for some reason, they went astray. They once again fell into the trap of focusing on huge battleships armed with big guns.

Never mind, let's not alert him for now.

Zhang Yong reckoned that a Japanese spy of this status would probably not be very profitable.

There were bigger fish to fry in the city.

Suddenly, another red dot appeared on the edge of the map.

He silently raised his binoculars and saw that it was a tricycle. The person riding it was a rugged man.

He was also a Japanese spy.

What was loaded on the tricycle? It looked like vegetables and meat. It should be supplies for the airport.

He nodded thoughtfully.

It seemed that the Japanese spies had been well prepared. They had made arrangements long ago.

They had infiltrated the airport long ago. The disguise was excellent.

The grocery store at the entrance...

The delivery vendors...

There may be others.

Zhang Yong did not alert them. He led the team to the city.

Now, Zhang Yong was accompanied by hundreds of people. Obviously, it was impossible for so many people to stay in luxury hotels.

It was mainly inconvenient to enter and exit. It was also inconvenient to do things.

Originally, it would have been best for them to stay in the military camp. Unfortunately, without Xuan Tiewu's cooperation,

It was finally decided to split into two groups.

Gu Bafeng took his military police unit and moved into the military police headquarters camp in Hangzhou.

Zhang Yong took 50 people from the Air Force Department and found another place to stay.

He suddenly remembered Cao Mengqi's home.

Right. This guy is from Hangzhou.

In fact, many of the police cadets under his command are from Hangzhou.

Qin Lishan also had several police cadets under his command. So they found them out. Ask about the local situation.

Soon, Zhang Yong knew Hangzhou like the back of his hand.

He then took his team and checked into the unfinished Huaqiao Hotel.

The hotel was almost finished. But it was not yet open to the public. Zhang Yong had it booked. Perfect.

'Captain Zhang,'

'Mr. Jiang. Sorry to disturb.'

'Not at all. Not at all. The Huaqiao Hotel is honoured by your visit, Captain Zhang!'

'Please!'

'Please!'

Zhang Yong speaks to Jiang Guohu, the owner of the Huaqiao Hotel.

He gestures to Jiang Guohu to step aside, indicating that he wants to speak to him in private.

'Captain Zhang, you were saying?'

'Boss Jiang, can you lend me tens of thousands of dollars?'

'Oh? I wonder what Captain Zhang plans to use it for?'

'Just for daily expenses. I'm new here and don't have a penny. I'm also asking for a little help from Boss Jiang.'

'Of course. Of course. Captain Zhang has come a long way. I, Jiang, will do my best to help you despite the difficulties.'

'Then it's settled. Fifty thousand taels of silver.'

'Captain Zhang, although I, Jiang, am not poor, it is difficult for me to come up with 50,000 taels of silver at once. How about this: I will give you 5,000 taels of silver right now, and I will continue to think of ways to get the rest. What do you think?'

'Excellent. Boss Jiang is truly a man of benevolence. I will remember your kindness.'

'You flatter me.'

'Actually, I need to borrow 50,000 yuan from you for a secret matter. After the matter is completed, I will reward you handsomely. I promise to repay you in three months and pay you 10% interest. That is 55,000 yuan.'

'I dare not.'

'Please!'

Zhang Yong was beaming.

This Jiang Guohu is a Japanese spy. Of course he likes it.

He doesn't bother dealing with Japanese spies who don't have any money. But Jiang Guohu is like this, there is money to be made!

It's a surprise.

Jiang Guohu is actually a Japanese spy.

This guy is said to be a native of Hangzhou.

It is said that he has never left Hangzhou. But the map shows that he is Japanese.

Impersonation?

The original Jiang Guohu may be dead?

Most likely this is the way it works.

Soon after, Jiang Guohu arranged for someone to deliver 5,000 silver dollars.

All in new silver dollars. It was packed in five boxes. Although there were only 1,000 in each box, they were heavy.

'Captain Zhang, look...'

'Boss Jiang, you're too kind. I don't know how I can thank you...'

'Captain Zhang, you're too kind...'

'In that case...'

Zhang Yong waved his hand. He dismissed everyone.

He looks around mysteriously. Then he waves his hand. He indicates that Jiang Guohu should come closer.

'Captain Zhang...'

'Boss Jiang, I'll only tell you. I'm after a 226 project. It's very important espionage. It's about the Japanese. If I can get my hands on this espionage, I'll get a handsome reward. The Americans have already offered one million US dollars. They want to buy this espionage.'

'One million US dollars?'

'Yes. You think it's exaggerated too, don't you? I do too. But as you know, the Americans are not short of money. If this intelligence is really that valuable, once I get the million dollars, I'll be set for life.'

'Captain Zhang, you're a genius, you can definitely do it.'

'Thank you for your kind words.'

Zhang Yong beamed.

Like a harmless little bunny.

Jiang Guohu also politely smiled along. There was nothing unusual about him.

'Old fox,'

Zhang Yong secretly admired the other person's acting skills.

This guy had been in Hangzhou for so many years, and no one had ever discovered that he was a Japanese spy. He was really something.

It seemed that there might be more Japanese spies like Jiang Guohu?

Thinking of Huoshan...

It was the Japanese spy Huoshan that Jia Tengying had said he wanted to catch.

Was Jiang Guohu Huoshan?

I don't think so.

If Jiang Guohu was Huoshan, Jia Tengying wouldn't have said that he couldn't find him.

Jiang Guohu is a very obvious target in itself. Where could he possibly hide? Therefore, his suspicion can be ruled out for the time being.

Volcano should not be famous. Very low-key. Hidden very well.

'Boss Jiang...'

'Captain Zhang, you go ahead.'

'Don't worry. With this piece of information, I'm sure to make a profit.'

'Of course. Who doesn't know Captain Zhang's reputation? Captain Zhang will succeed at the first try...'

'Do you know MI7?'

'No.'

'They are also interested in Project 226. But their offer is stingy, only 50,000 pounds. Pfft, 50,000 pounds, who do they think they are? For such important information, I wouldn't even consider 500,000 pounds. Not to mention 50,000? The British are so petty!'

'Captain Zhang is right,'

Jiang Guohu agreed with a smile. But inside, he muttered to himself.

What is this Project 226? Is it worth so much money to the British and Americans? A million US dollars? No way. Zhang Yong is definitely exaggerating and talking nonsense.

This guy probably doesn't even know how huge one million US dollars really is.

One US dollar can be exchanged for at least five silver dollars. One million US dollars is 5 million silver dollars. What kind of intelligence is worth that much? Nonsense!

The British are still smart. They are only willing to offer 50,000 pounds. That is a reasonable price.

Zhang Yong only saw money before his eyes and was short-sighted...

'And the Red Soviet Union...'

'They?'

Jiang Guohu couldn't help raising an eyebrow.

It was an uncontrollable movement. Fortunately, Zhang Yong didn't seem to notice.

Jiang Guohu was a Japanese spy. He was very sensitive to information about the Red Soviet Union. Because the Kwantung Army was currently guarding against the Red Soviet Union.

Or rather, the Kwantung Army's next target of attack is Red Soviet Russia.

Therefore, the Japanese military intelligence department gives priority to all information related to Red Soviet Russia.

Information related to Red Soviet Russia will obviously be taken seriously.

'They should have someone involved in the fight. But I don't know who. I don't know them well.'

'Please.'

Jiang Guohu did not respond. Instead, he poured tea for Zhang Yong.

Zhang Yong took the tea and drank two sips. He said thank you.

Then he shut up.

He had already revealed enough information. Any further talk would arouse suspicion.

Now, it was up to Jiang Guohu to think and act.

'Captain Zhang, I will have the 50,000 taels of silver you need ready by tomorrow night at the latest.'

'Thank you!'

Zhang Yong nodded in satisfaction.

The fish had taken the bait.