Chapter 678: Another, yet another, mistake

The pier is under control.

But it is limited to the surroundings. It is limited to the land.

The people inside can move freely. Because Zhang Yong does not have enough manpower to stop it.

The people inside can also jump into the river.

Or hide in a corner.

The dock is so big, and there are only 50 men from Qin Lishan, which is completely inadequate.

There are only about 100 soldiers from the security team responsible for maintaining order at the dock. They are just there to deter people and ensure that there are no large-scale fights. No killings, arsons, etc. If someone is running around in the middle, or if there is some small fight, there is no way they can control it.

But Zhang Yong doesn't care.

If other people are running around, they can. The Japanese spies can run around too.

As long as they are within 450 metres, no, now it's 500 metres.

Every Japanese spy is glowing like a red lantern.

Set your sights on the first Japanese spy.

The target is on a ship.

A large cargo ship.

It seems to have just arrived. It hasn't unloaded yet. It's drawing deep.

There are a dozen sailors on board. Even in the middle of winter, they are wearing short-sleeved shirts and shorts. Barefoot. Their skin is tanned.

These are real sailors.

But that Japanese spy was very white. He stood out from the people around him.

His disguise failed!

Zhang Yong looked down on the other party.

He came near the Japanese spy. But he didn't board the ship.

'You, come down.'

Zhang Yong waved at the Japanese spy.

The Japanese spy looked left and right. Playing dumb. Trying to muddle through.

He didn't believe he would be exposed.

However, Zhang Yong's finger kept pointing at him.

Qin Lishan and the others boarded the ship menacingly, ready to make an arrest.

The Japanese spy...

A sneer curled the corners of his mouth...

Suddenly, he leapt, diving into the river.

'Plop!'

'Splash...'

The water splashed.

The Japanese spy fell into the water and disappeared.

But the map was still monitoring him accurately. It was discovered that he did not go with the flow. Instead, he quietly hid at the bottom of the ship.

To be precise, he hid on the other side of the cargo ship.

From Zhang Yong's position, he cannot see the other person. Qin Lishan and the others are on the deck, but they also cannot see the other person.

What a cunning Japanese spy!

He is also quite good at swimming. He has hidden so well.

But...

It's the middle of winter!

The river water is still quite cold. I'll see how long you can stay in there.

Zhang Yong got on the boat by himself, pulled a chair over, and sat down on the boat. He was slowly wasting time.

With the cold river water, the Japanese spy will have to come out in half an hour at most.

But there is more to it...

'Major Yu...'

Zhang Yong called the security team officer in charge.

He asked for five wooden-handled hand grenades. He took one. Pulled the string. Then threw it off the boat.

'Boom...'

'Splash...'

The hand grenade exploded in the river.

The Japanese invaders were about ten metres away. It should not have killed the Japanese invaders. But they would definitely be injured.

The grenade exploded in the water, sending a high water column into the air. There is no way to compress water. Therefore, the impact will be very strong. It had no effect on the ship. But the people in the river, the fish, shrimp, crabs, and so on, were in for a bad time. Many of them would turn white and die.

Sure enough, after the explosion, many fish of all sizes gradually floated to the surface of the river. At first glance, it was a white blur.

It seemed that the Japanese spy had also been stunned by the explosion. Or perhaps he had lost control. He began to move along the river. The people standing at the stern of the ship soon spotted him.

'Over there!'

'Over there!'

someone shouted.

Qin Lishan and the others looked on helplessly.

They were all landlubbers. They couldn't swim. The Japanese spy was far away from the ship, and they couldn't catch him.

Fortunately, Zhang Yong had plenty of ideas.

He took out a handful of silver dollars and asked for help. The sailors were immediately motivated.

According to them, the person Zhang Yong wanted to catch was not a sailor on the ship. He had come on a temporary ride. From Shanghai.

'Plop!'

'Plop!'

The sailors jumped into the river one after the other. They quickly caught the Japanese spy and brought him back.

The Japanese spy had fainted. He was just drifting along. A grenade is really powerful.

'Thank you!'

Zhang Yong hands out money.

Each of the men who went into the water just now gets a dollar.

The sailors are all very happy. This is real money. It's not fake at all.

They were a bit nervous at first. They didn't know what Zhang Yong and the others were going to do. But once they got the money, they immediately felt relieved. They all think Zhang Yong is a great benefactor.

Just one trip down the river, and they randomly picked someone up. Everyone got a dollar. What a generous offer!

'Pop!'

'Pop!'

Qin Lishan woke up the Japanese spy.

The Japanese spy woke up dazedly. His eyes were still very confused. His consciousness was still in a state of disconnection.

Zhang Yong also didn't say anything, and let the other party silently suffer the cold.

After a long while, the Japanese spy regained some strength and said, trembling and stammering, 'What do you, you, want?'

'I'm from the Special Branch of the Restoration Society. I'm here to arrest you,' Zhang Yong said straight to the point.

He didn't bother to waste time talking nonsense with the other person. If he didn't say anything, he would be left to freeze.

He would literally freeze to death.

He was soaked to the skin, and the river wind was strong, so he would definitely freeze to death.

Last time, Jiang Guohu was still inside the house, and he was also unable to bear the cold. How about being blown by the river wind?

Sure enough, in less than three minutes, the Japanese spy couldn't hold on anymore.

'I, I...'

'Speak.'

'Money, money, I didn't spend it, I didn't spend it, it's, it's...'

'What money?'

'Jia, Jia Tengying's money...'

'Huh?'

Zhang Yong was stunned.

What Jia Tengying? What money?

Oh, I remember now. It's the stationmaster Jia. He was cheated out of his money by a Japanese spy.

He came to Hangzhou before and stopped at the Shanghai Railway Station. Jia Tengying came to see him off and mentioned it to him. But then I completely forgot about it.

There was nothing I could do, he had so much on his mind that he really couldn't remember.

Even if it was written in a small notebook with a worn-out pen. For a while, I didn't think about it.

After all, it was a trivial matter. And a private matter.

I never thought that today I would stumble upon the right person and actually catch this guy.

Haha, another, another, another happy accident.

Hey, it's a small gain.

At least, Station Chief Jia can be told that his job is done. Another thing off my list.

But then again, this Japanese spy is really crazy, daring to cheat Jia Tengying's money. He really has no regard for the law.

'You know Jia Tengying?'

'I, I...'

The Japanese spy began to stammer again.

Zhang Yong then nudged him. Someone was told to bring a bucket of river water in a hanging basket and pour it over the Japanese spy.

It's okay. You can take your time.

I know you're not afraid of the cold. Really. You can handle it.

You're all professional spies. You've had rigorous training. You're very strong...

And so...

After just two minutes, the Japanese spy couldn't take it anymore.

He was shaking. His lips began to tremble. His lips began to turn purple. He was obviously freezing.

'How much?'

'8,000 taels.'

'How did you trick him?'

'I, I...'

'No? Okay.'

Zhang Yong didn't press him.

Cold is the most lethal torture.

The cold of nature can conquer every stubborn species.

Sure enough, the Japanese spy's stubbornness only lasted less than a minute. He had to speak up.

'I, we, devised a scam...'

'Daily rebates...'

'Invest ten dollars and get eleven back. The more you invest, the more you get back...'

'And lastly, we took the money and ran...'

The Japanese spy stuttered.

Zhang Yong understood.

He thought it was some kind of scam. It turned out to be a cliche.

'Your code name is Volcano?'

'No.'

'Who is Volcano?'

'He is the head of our secret service.'

'Oh?'

Zhang Yong was finally a little concerned.

For this kind of scam that is all over the street, there is actually the head of the Japanese spy agency?

Wait.

What kind of bullshit spy agency is this?

How many spy agencies did the Japanese invaders have? Don't tell me it was just someone who made it up.

'Rattan...'

'What?'

'We are the Rattan Agency...'

'Go on.'

Zhang Yong didn't even bother to take notes.

It was just a name anyway. Who cares. It's all classified as Japanese spies.

This so-called 'Rattan Agency' is really arrogant. It actually managed to deceive Jia Tengying. Poor Jia Tengying, who was said to be an honest man.

Well, even honest people can be greedy. The result is that you are greedy for other people's interest, while others are greedy for your principal. Just when you least expect it, someone else will take your principal and run away. There is simply no shortage of such fraudulent practices in later generations.

Some Japanese spies are really clever!

An absurd thought suddenly occurred to him. Could it be that those clever people in the future were also Japanese spies in disguise?

'Team leader, someone wants to see you.'

'Who?'

'Liao Panxi.'

The reply came from a woman's voice.

It was a little crisp. But also a little rigid. Immediately afterwards, a tall and beautiful woman appeared at the edge of the deck.

Oh, it turns out to be from the Liao family. Zhang Yong knew. He had heard of her.

A beautiful woman, of course someone would mention her. Even if you don't have to make a point of asking, you will hear about her.

The Liao family of Hangzhou has three beautiful women. It's a perfect fit for Lin Wanrong's template. The person currently at the helm of the Liao family is this Liao Panxi. She is beautiful and shrewd.

Zhang Yong couldn't hide his admiration as he looked her up and down. She really is beautiful. Very attractive.

The standard configuration of an authentic young lady.

Beautiful. Strong-willed. Arrogant.

Are there really people like this in reality? There really are.

The Liao family is not just made up of three beautiful women. They also have people in the central party committee of the Guo Party.

It is not comparable to those big families. But in Hangzhou, it is considered a respectable family. Even Xuan Tiewu would not dare to do anything to the Liao family. Rules must be followed.

These days, there are indeed people who are shameless. They have no sense of shame. But most people still care about their reputation. You can do something bad behind someone's back. But if it comes out, you're finished.

'Is Miss Liao here to lecture me?' Zhang Yong nodded. He stood up.

First be polite, then use force. He certainly understands.

He has no grudges against the Liao family.

And he dares not covet the Liao family's wealth. He would only be inviting trouble.

As he said before, his greed is directed at the Japanese spies and traitors. Everyone else can rest assured.

'I dare not. This ship is mine,' Liao Panxi replied.

'Oh. Sorry,' Zhang Yong remained indifferent, 'is this person I have arrested related to you, Miss Liao?'

'He's just a stowaway,' Liao Panxi replied, "not one of us.'

'That's good," Zhang Yong nodded, 'please sit down.'

'Chief Zhang, how long are you going to seal off the docks?'

'Until I've arrested all the Japanese spies.'

'How long will that take?'

'I can't say.'

'Chief Zhang, I have a shipment that needs to go out soon...'

'This shipment, is it going out?'

'Yes. It's going to Shanghai.'

'Don't worry. If I cause you any trouble, I'll compensate you for the loss.'

'You...'

Liao Panxi was at a loss for words.

Zhang Yong's words left her speechless. She could only swallow.

She had originally thought that Zhang Yong would be difficult to deal with. She had also heard a little about what the Special Branch of the Fuxing Society was like.

Anyway, there was nothing good said about it outside. Boss Dai also had a very bad reputation.

She had no expectations when she came up here this time. But she had to negotiate, for reasons of both justice and reason. As for the outcome, that was beyond her control.

She had imagined countless possibilities.

Unexpectedly, Zhang Yong's answer was completely outside her expectations.

'Where in Shanghai do you ship your goods?'

'Wusongkou Wharf.'

'Who receives the goods?'

'Xu Sheng.'

'Wanfeng Freight?'

'Yes.'

'Wanfeng Freight also does business with you?'

'Yes. Our Liao family and Wanfeng Freight have been partners for many years. We have always had a good relationship.'

'Oh. I see.'

Zhang Yong nodded thoughtfully. Then he glanced at Liao Panxi again.

This woman is indeed beautiful. Does Xu Sheng have impure thoughts? Could it be that this guy is trying to infiltrate the Liao family? Or is he trying to win the Liao family over?

Damn it, that little bastard, how dare he have designs on our beautiful Chinese woman.

This is intolerable!

That son of a bitch! He definitely won't get away with it!

"Team Leader Zhang, you know Boss Xu?'

'We've had dealings.'

'In that case, please speak well of me when the time comes.'

'Don't worry. If Xu Sheng dares to make things difficult for you, I'll skin him alive!'

'Boss Xu...'

Liao Panxi really wanted to say, I'm afraid you don't have the ability to do that.

Xu Sheng is a major figure in Shanghai. Wanfeng Freight also has some strength. It's not as easy as you say to deal with him.

'Miss Liao, I am a villain. Xu Sheng is most afraid of villains like me.'

'This...'

'It's a matter of minutes before I make things difficult for him.'

'Oh...'

Liao Pansi didn't know how to respond.

This was the first time she had met someone who admitted to being a villain the moment they spoke. She didn't think it seemed like it.

'Achoo!'

'Achoo!'

Suddenly, the Japanese spy sneezed uncontrollably.

Zhang Yong raised his hand and slapped him. The slap resounded loudly on the spy's face.

Then came another kick. The spy was kicked over onto the deck.

Liao Panxi: ...

I feel a little short-circuited.

This Zhang Yong...

Just now, he was kind and gentle, speaking in a gentle voice. But in the blink of an eye...

Indeed, all the agents from the Fuxing Society are demons. You can't provoke them. She couldn't help but want to leave. Out of sight, out of mind.

However, Zhang Yong gestured to her and, without looking back, said, 'Don't go. I'm not finished yet.'

Liao Panxi: ...

There was no choice. She had to stay.

Then she saw Zhang Yong pull out a sharp dagger.

Her heart immediately leapt. Damn. He's not going to kill someone, is he? This guy...

quickly turned her face away. She didn't dare to look any longer.

Her heart was pounding. She felt her breathing become laboured.

She regretted coming up to find Zhang Yong. She never expected to encounter such a bloody scene. This Zhang Yong is truly a demon!

He was a perfectly normal person, but now he's slapping people and brandishing a dagger.

He's so fierce. I don't know what that person did to offend him.

'Where's the money? Where's the money?' she heard Zhang Yong's fierce interrogation.

'I, I, I said, I said, in, in...' The Japanese spy stuttered and stammered, giving an address.

'Name.'

'What?'

'I said your Japanese name.'

'Kawa, Kawada Kazuma...'

'How long have you been in China?'

'Two years, more than two years...'

'What was your mission?'

'Record the goods, types of goods, ships, etc. entering and leaving the docks every day...'

'Nothing else?'

'Other...'

The Japanese invader hesitated.

Then he let out a scream. Then there was silence.

Liao Panxi couldn't help but turn back.

A Japanese? Zhang Yong had beaten up a Japanese?

How was that possible?

It looked like a Chinese.

Could it be that a Japanese was pretending to be Chinese?

Incredible.

Unbelievable.

How did Zhang Yong find out?

She turned back. She saw the Japanese spy twisted on the ground, unconscious.

'Dead?'

She couldn't help but blurt out.

Then she realised that it wasn't right. What was she talking about? What did it have to do with her?

'No,'

Zhang Yong responded casually.

He glanced back at her.

Then he wiped his hands on a towel. Then he wiped the towel away.

Liao Panxi couldn't help looking at his hands. She thought there was blood on them. Fortunately, she didn't see any.

This demon...

'Miss Liao, is this ship yours?'

'Yes,'

'Can you show me around? After I've finished checking it, you can leave.'

'Okay,'

Liao Panxi answered involuntarily.

She was shocked by Zhang Yong's brutality. She had never encountered anyone like him before.

She had heard about such people, but had never seen one with her own eyes. She never expected to encounter one so unexpectedly today. In her panic, she felt a deep chill emanating from Zhang Yong.

Instinctively, she quietly moved further away from him. Further and further...

'Miss Liao.'

'Yes?'

'Are you a Japanese spy?'

'Huh? No...'

'Are you a traitor?'

'No...'

'Then what are you afraid of? I only arrest spies and traitors.'

'I, I...'

Liao Panxi let out a sigh of relief.

Oh, I see. You should have said so earlier. You looked really scary just now.

'Who loaded and unloaded the ship's cargo?'

'Our own people.'

'Have you checked all the cargo?'

'What do you mean?'

'Have you checked the cargo for contraband?'

'Of course not.'

'Miss Liao, you must answer truthfully. Did you actually check the goods or not? Was it a random check or did you open all the boxes?'

'I...'

Liao Panxi was at a loss for words.

She had a vague feeling that Zhang Yong was making a mountain out of a molehill.

Or perhaps, this guy was taking advantage of the situation to blackmail her. To extort money. To ask for favours.

She had seen plenty of people like this before.

But she was no pushover either.

The Liao family had connections. They had people in high places.

No matter how lowly an official, if they want to bully Liao Panxi, it's absolutely impossible. She's not the type to swallow her anger.

Zhang Yong waved his hand. He told everyone to step back.

Liao Panxi immediately became nervous again. She didn't know what Zhang Yong was going to do.

Out of self-preservation, she subconsciously stepped back. She distanced herself from Zhang Yong.

This guy is up to no good.

'Miss Liao, if you do things this way, you'll easily get into trouble,' Zhang Yong said slowly.

'What trouble?' Liao Panxi was unconvinced. But she wasn't angry.

'These are extraordinary times. Your cargo must be inspected,' Zhang Yong said solemnly. 'If there are weapons hidden inside, it will be very troublesome.'

'How could there be weapons?' Liao Panxi frowned. 'Who would hide weapons inside?'

'I'll tell you directly. Someone has hidden weapons inside the cargo below the cabin. This is very troublesome.'

'Impossible...'

'Miss Liao, you need to accept the reality. I'm talking to you calmly because I believe you have nothing to do with the Japanese spy. But if you were caught by someone else, I'm afraid it won't be that simple for you to clear your name.'

'Where are the weapons you mentioned?'

'My men have never entered the cabin. So you can rule out the possibility that I'm framing you.'

'Just tell me where the weapons are.'

'Call your men. Come with me.'

'Okay.'

Liao Panxi frowned. Then she called her men.

Judging from Zhang Yong's expression, he wasn't trying to scare her. There might really be something fishy going on.

She immediately called a few sailors. She took Zhang Yong down to the cabin.

Zhang Yong went to the middle of the cabin. Pointing to a large package, he said, 'It's in there.'

'Open it.' Liao Panxi's face was cold.

The group carried the package out. They opened it all up. Sure enough, there were weapons inside.

Not handguns. Not rifles.

A mortar!

With a barrel!

With a baseplate!

If it was assembled, it would be a 60mm mortar.

Liao Panxi's face suddenly turned ugly.

Zhang Yong, on the other hand, frowned.