Chapter 612: A Last Will and Testament

Lao Bai is back.

He looks troubled. He also has injuries.

Not gunshot wounds. Not knife wounds. Just bruises. There are spiderwebs in his hair.

Zhang Yong can tell from his appearance that things are not good.

It is clear that Lao Bai has suffered a lot in contacting the other members.

'The enemy came too quickly.'

'Several comrades are unaccounted for, and I fear they have been trapped.'

Lao Bai's tone was obscure.

This was an unprecedented blow. The situation was very serious.

Damn traitors!

There was more than one of them!

Lao Bai was unable to judge what was really going on outside either.

'Calm down.'

'You will win.'

Zhang Yong comforted the other. Then he realised that it would be better if he didn't say anything.

Anything said was wrong when you couldn't offer comfort.

Although, he knew that the Red Party would ultimately win. However, at this moment in time, there was no doubt that the revolution was at its lowest ebb.

Even Li Jingqian was experiencing feelings of frustration, anxiety and uncertainty.

'We must evacuate.'

'Then hurry up and do it!'

'But Xu Enzeng himself is at the train station. He has also applied for the assistance of the security team. Now Hangzhou Railway Station is full of soldiers. All passengers entering and leaving are strictly interrogated.'

'Can't we hide in the countryside?'

'A stranger going to the countryside will arouse even more suspicion.'

'Must it be by train?'

'Yes.'

'That's not a problem.'

'Really?'

'Really.'

Zhang Yong nodded.

So what if Xu Enzeng is at the train station?

He, Zhang Yong, has the greatest authority to catch spies. Even if he clashes with Xu Enzeng, he is not afraid.

What?

Deliberately let the Red Party escape?

Zhang Yong didn't even bother to argue. Let the other party say whatever they want.

Whoever heard Xu Enzeng say that would only think that the Secret Service and the Party Affairs Investigation Office were attacking each other.

No one cared about the truth.

No matter how big a problem it was, it was the two factions clashing with each other. No one cared.

'Will the train stop running?'

'No, it won't.'

'Then arrange for your people to get on the train and leave! Wherever I am, you come. I'll see you on the train.'

'Okay.'

Lao Bai hurried off.

Zhang Yong stopped him. He handed him some banknotes. And a bag of silver dollars.

Money can do wonders. It can be very useful in many situations.

It is said that someone managed to escape successfully back then with just a few silver dollars.

'Qin Lishan!'

'Here!'

'Gather!'

'Yes!'

Zhang Yong gathered the team and prepared to set off.

There was no time to lose. They had to quickly create a safe passage inside the train station.

At the same time, they will arrest Japanese spies at the train station.

There must be Japanese spies at the train station. The derailment of the train last time was most likely related to Japanese spies.

Although Xuan Tiewu said that this matter had come to an end, it was obvious that the truth had not yet been uncovered. It was fortunate that he was able to solve this case in the meantime.

Having said that, this case has dragged on long enough. Yang Lichu had asked about it before.

At the time, there were not only police cadets in danger. There were also government workers. Among them, an unfortunate deputy minister of justice was killed.

No one would believe that this was an accident.

Use this incident as an excuse to arrest a few more Japanese spies and make sure that Xu Enzeng's mouth is shut.

Get ready to go.

Suddenly, Yang Lichu came down the stairs in a hurry and called out, 'Don't go yet, you have a phone call.'

'Who is it?' Zhang Yong asked, puzzled.

I was just about to go out on an errand! It's urgent, why is the phone ringing at this time?

Who is so tactless? Is he looking for a scolding?

'Mao Renfeng.'

'Oh...'

Zhang Yong let out a silent sigh.

Damn, this is someone you can't afford to offend. Hurry up and answer the phone.

Fortunately, the call had been forwarded to the lobby.

He picked up the receiver.

'Shaolong. It's me,' came the voice of Mao Renfeng.

'Secretary Mao,' Zhang Yong quickly calmed down. He thought to himself, what could Mao Renfeng be calling in such a hurry for?

'I heard that Xu En has blocked the train station?'

'Yes. I just received the report as well.'

'In that case, you go to the Zhejiang Provincial Police Academy immediately. Receive a group of new trainees.'

'New trainees?'

'Yes. This is the latest order from the Chief. All cadets in Hangzhou, regardless of grade, major or rank, have been told to report back to the academy early. Once you arrive at the academy, organise them immediately. Get them into a fighting mood. We can't afford to lose.

'Yes!'

Zhang Yong suddenly perked up.

Wow. The Chief's lap was not a waste of time after all!

At this time when people were most needed, the Chief made a prompt decision and gave himself maximum support.

He deployed all the trainees who had not yet graduated.

Water from afar cannot put out a fire nearby.

But there was water nearby.

The Zhejiang Provincial Police College has always been the headquarters for the training of secret agents by the Chief.

The police cadets Zhang Yong had previously trained all came from here.

Why hadn't I thought of that?

Xu En had indeed brought in a lot of people. He had also enlisted the support of the security team. But the Chief also had people in Hangzhou!

It seems someone told Zhang Yong before that the Zhejiang Police College had at least 500 students enrolled each year. Most of the students were local Zhejiang children. Many of them lived near Hangzhou. With such short notice, there should be a hundred or so students here!

If there really are a hundred or so students, he fears nothing of Xu Enzeng.

He dares to engage in direct conflict.

He was always at the forefront of the fight against the Japanese spies and the Party Investigation Department. It was true. He loved beating people up.

'You go there right now.'

'Yes.'

'Shen Zui is there. He will cooperate with you.'

'Understood.'

Zhang Yong's heart stirred.

Shen Zui?

Another big shot preparing to make his entrance?

Good, the more people the better.

'However, Shen Zui will not take part in the operation personally. You will be leading cadets.'

'Yes. Thank you, Chief. Thank you, Section Chief.'

Zhang Yong knew full well.

Shen Zu was also a veteran. It seemed that he was related to Yu Lexing in some way.

If Shen Zu were to accept Zhang Yong's command, it would definitely be a bit awkward. Unless Shen Zu was willing to do so. It seemed that he was like Yu Lexing before him.

However, such things could not be sought.

The Chief and Mao Renfeng had fully considered his seniority, so they only assigned him cadets.

In front of those fledgling police academy graduates, Zhang Yong was considered a 'veteran'. He was in full command. No one would deliberately act in opposition.

Frankly, the Chief had indeed gone to great lengths to make this arrangement.

It must be understood that if Zhang Yong was ambitious, this would easily lead to problems.

This was how the Chief's basic team was formed.

Of course, those he brought up himself would listen to him.

This was the characteristic of the Guo Party.

The same was true in the military.

Personal relationships are very close. Stronger than anything else.

However, considering that Zhang Yong is really young and even if he is ambitious, he is unlikely to succeed in the short term. Besides, Zhang Yong's reputation has always been bad...

Well, I've thought too much.

Thanks again. Then he hurriedly took the team to the police academy.

Zhejiang Provincial Police Academy is on Shanghang River, which is not far away. It's not close either. Even by car, it took more than an hour to arrive.

The reason for choosing such a remote location was mainly because there was a secret agent training course inside.

At that time, secret agent was not considered a derogatory term. It was short for special mission. At that time, there was also a secret agent regiment in the Red Army.

As the name suggests, special missions involve special courses such as martial arts, shooting, explosives, assassination, poisoning, camouflage, etc. In other words, it was the prototype of a spy.

Arrived at the school gate. Found that it was cold and windy here, a bit desolate.

It is hard to imagine that this was once the main training base for the Secret Service. Many of the key personnel of the Secret Service came from here.

Report. Explain the purpose of the visit.

Soon, a man in his thirties appeared. Introducing himself, he said he was Shen Zui. He is currently the school's discipline director.

'Hello, Director Shen. I'm sorry to have disturbed you.'

'Captain Zhang is indeed a person of talent. I have heard a lot about you. It is really better to see you in person than to hear about you!'

'You are too kind!'

They exchange pleasantries. Zhang Yong follows Shen Zui into the school.

In the biting cold, they find more than a hundred young men solemnly standing on the playground in front of the podium.

They are all wearing military uniforms. They have not yet changed into their Zhongshan suits. Nor do they have weapons.

Zhang Yong understands. They have been called back on short notice. They are all personnel from the Police Academy in Hangzhou. They are also the fresh troops that he, Zhang Yong, will soon lead.

The north wind is strong.

The temperature is low.

Everyone's eyes, mouths and noses are red from the cold.

Outsiders might think it's silly to stand around like this. There's no need to.

In the past, Zhang Yong felt the same way.

He thought it would be best to stay inside a greenhouse if he had the choice.

However, after experiencing life and death, Zhang Yong no longer thinks this way.

For them, this is the most basic test.

Because in the future, the difficulties they will face on missions will be much more difficult than this.

They are not ordinary people.

They were trained by the Special Services Department of the Restoration Society.

They were also the backbone of the future Military United Front.

From now on, there were still two years until the official establishment of the Military United Front in 1938.

Then from 1938 to 1945, there were eight full years.

These ten years were the best ten years of their lives. However, their beautiful lives would be slowly consumed in the cruel battles.

Especially after the defeat of the Battle of Shanghai-Nanjing. Perhaps someone would die every day.

Of the more than 100 people in front of him, could any of them survive the 45-year war of resistance? Zhang Yong didn't know. And he didn't want to think about it.

They were not ordinary people. But they were ordinary people.

They were one of the 400 million Chinese compatriots. In order to resist foreign humiliation, the only thing they could do was sacrifice.

Without the sacrifice of countless martyrs, how could the war of resistance be won?

'Hoo hoo!'

'Hoo hoo!'

The northerly wind grew fiercer.

It seemed to be sending a warning to Zhang Yong with its icy blade.

Someone's body seemed to be trembling.

This was certain.

They were human. Not gods.

The body's instinct was unable to fight the cold.

But a strong will could.

If one could not even bear such difficulties, one could only say that one was not suitable for this line of work.

Take Zhang Yong, for example.

In fact, he was not suitable for this line of work. Really.

It was only because of a system that he could muddle along in this industry.

In terms of professionalism, any one of them is better than him.

Frankly speaking, it is an honour for Zhang Yong to lead them into battle.

They are the real warriors!

'Tell them to disperse!' Zhang Yong said to Shen Zui, 'Is there a canteen? Let's go to the canteen for a brief introduction, and then I'll take them away.'

'They are soldiers,' Shen Zui said disapprovingly, 'Soldiers are not afraid of the cold.'

'Okay. Shall I go up and say a few words? And then take them away?'

'The paperwork is ready. You just need to sign.'

'Good!'

Zhang Yong quickly went on stage.

He was no longer a novice. This was not his first time on stage.

Previously, at Yang Shanfang's training base, he had also spoken to the veteran soldiers who had been drafted. So, he was not stage-fright.

'I've kept you waiting.'

'It's freezing cold, and I hurriedly gathered everyone back here because I need your help.'

'My name is Zhang Yong. I am currently the head of the 5th Section's Operations Team.'

'My main task is to capture Japanese spies.'

'Right now, I am short of manpower. I urgently need your help.'

'From now on, I will be responsible for your food, clothing, and accommodation. Weapons and ammunition. Clothing and footwear. Food and medicine.

'There is only one thing you need to do: follow orders and win the war!'

'Also, everyone must be prepared to sacrifice at any time. Write your wills in advance.'

'Our work is dangerous. I cannot guarantee your safety. Bullets can fly at any time. Shells can explode at any time.'

'Fear is normal. I am also afraid. There is no shame in it. If anyone feels that they are not suited to dangerous work, they can raise it in private. I will keep it confidential. I will arrange for you to leave school. You can go home. Live quietly as an ordinary citizen.'

Zhang Yong finished speaking in a few words.

Then he ordered the assembly to be dismissed. At the same time, he summoned all the squad leaders.

According to the information provided by Shen Zu, there were exactly 130 people.

These 130 people were divided into eight small teams. Each team had a team leader.

They got to know each other briefly.

Then they were told to go ahead and make arrangements, and everyone wrote a suicide note.

'We already wrote it,'

said a team leader named Yu Linsheng.

He was a trainee who would soon graduate. He was older. He was also burly. He had the nickname Big Bear.

'Write it again,' Zhang Yong said calmly.

'Yes.' Yu Linsheng had wanted to ask why. But the words stuck in his throat.

They were soldiers. Soldiers' vocation was to obey orders.

Although it was the first time they had met Zhang Yong, they already knew a little about him.

After all, some trainees were also very resourceful. They had already found out the news from their seniors.

'You only have half an hour.'

'After half an hour, collect all the suicide notes and give them to me.'

'Yu Linsheng, you are in charge of this,'

Zhang Yong commanded.

Yu Linsheng hurriedly turned around. Attention!

'Yes.'

'Go!'

'Yes.'

Yu Linsheng hurriedly left.

Shen Zu looked at Zhang Yong. Then he looked around. He wanted to say something, but stopped.

'Director Shen, you were saying,'

'Is it really that dangerous? This is Hangzhou!'

'I dug up 60 submachine guns from the bottom of the well at once. More than 5,000 rounds of ammunition.'

'That much?'

'Yes. All of it was hidden by Japanese spies.'

'Damn the Japanese! Are they that rampant?'

'The Japanese want to swallow up our China, and it's not just been going on for a year or two. It's been going on since ancient times. Ever since the First Sino-Japanese War, they've been preparing.'

'Those animals!'

'The Japanese spy I've caught now, the earliest one to infiltrate, infiltrated in the first year of the Taisho period. That is, the first year of the Republic of China. It's now the 26th year of the Republic of China. He's been in hiding for a full 25 years!'

'The Japanese invaders really planned it out carefully, and they have no intention of giving up on destroying us!'

'Yes!'

Zhang Yong also felt emotional.

Objectively speaking, the Japanese did indeed do their homework.

In order to invade China, they had devoted the efforts of several generations. Therefore, it was inevitable that they would be unstoppable in the early stages.

We had barely done any proper preparation.

Others had been preparing for decades.

How could we not lose the war?

Alas...

National crisis...

'Sir,'

'Have you collected them all?'

'Yes, I have.'

'Good!'

Zhang Yong took all the letters of resignation and quickly went through them.

He scanned each one. He picked out five of them. He told them to wait for the next batch. These five were all only children.

They were the only ones!

We'll let them go for now.

When the national crisis hits, it won't be too late for you to go to the front.

Those of us with brothers will go first!

"Sir...'

'Tell the five of them that I have other tasks for them. Please ask them to wait patiently.'

'Yes.'

Yu Linsheng left.

Shen Zui took out the organised information.

Zhang Yong took out a pen.

Signed.

Received.

From now on, these 125 people are officially enrolled.

Yes. Optimistically speaking, they have skipped the training courses and are now ready to go into action. They will continue to learn in the field.

From now on, they will fight to protect their country. Until they die.

Or until the Japanese surrender unconditionally.

There are suddenly 125 more people. Zhang Yong suddenly feels that he has a strong army.

They are all young people. They are not afraid of anything. They are eager to catch Japanese spies.

'Team 1!'

'Move out!'

'Team 2!'

'Move out!'

...

Commands followed one after the other.

The team set off.

The cold wind howled. But it couldn't shake their determined stance.