Chapter 690: The First Light of Dawn

Wang Jichang returned after making the phone call.

He was very angry. He wanted to get into the car and wait. As soon as the money arrived, he would leave immediately.

He would figure out how to deal with Zhang Yong later.

However...

Zhang Yong stopped him.

Wang Jichang was both anxious and angry, 'You broke your promise!'

'I promised to let you go,' Zhang Yong said seriously, "but I didn't say I would let your car go.'

'You..." Wang Jichang felt a sweet taste in his throat, and finally coughed up blood.

He hurriedly held it in. His face turned red.

He clenched his fists. He wanted to fight.

But in the end, he didn't dare.

He couldn't beat Zhang Yong.

Although Zhang Yong didn't seem very strong, he could just beat him.

He had just proved that. Alone, he was no match for Zhang Yong. If he went back to shake people up, there would be a lot of people around Zhang Yong. And there would be a lot of guns.

Ahhh...

angry. Blood oozed from the corner of his mouth.

'And there are three girls in the car...'

'I'll give them to you!'

'Hey, don't talk nonsense. Don't slander my reputation. I, Zhang Yong, am a gentleman, how could I take advantage of someone in trouble. You can take them away. I treat everyone the same.'

'What do you mean, the same?'

'One hundred thousand taels of silver each.'

'Zhang Yong, you've gone too far! You're taking advantage of me!'

Wang Jichang is furious.

Zhang Yong shrugs. He doesn't think it's a problem.

Have I said something wrong?

It's the same price for everyone! Everyone is equal.

You, Wang Jichang, are worth one hundred thousand taels of silver, and so are they.

'Why?'

'How can she, they, compare with me?'

'You're right. How about this: 500,000 taels of silver for you...'

'Forget it!'

Wang Jichang resolutely admits his mistake. He slaps his own face.

Why did he open his mouth?

Isn't he just asking for trouble?

He knows full well that at this moment, he is like fish on the chopping block, at the mercy of others.

Unless he leaves Zhang Yong's side immediately, everything he says will be wrong.

'Pang!'

'Pang!'

He slaps his own face hard.

To make himself come to his senses. Then he firmly shut up.

Zhang Yong squinted at the other person.

Haha.

Japanese spy. That's harsh.

Harsh on himself too.

Just in time...

He pulled Wang Jichang over.

In a low voice, he said mysteriously, 'Actually, Boss Wang, I have my reasons...'

'I don't believe you!' Wang Jichang almost blurted out.

Fortunately, he finally held back.

Otherwise, he would definitely get beaten again.

Zhang Yong sighed and said dejectedly, 'I really need money right now. I really do.'

Wang Jichang thought to himself, 'Who the hell doesn't need money?

I need money too, okay?

I wish money would just fall from the sky...'

'Really, I'm not lying to you.'

'Go on...'

'I'm following up on some very important information. You're not in the loop, so I don't mind telling you. It's about the Japanese Navy's Project Zeus. It's very expensive. I estimate it would cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. I had no choice but to resort to this desperate measure.'

'Zeus...'

'Yes. Project Zeus. It's about the Japanese navy's shipbuilding plan.'

'What's it got to do with you?'

'I can resell it!'

'Resell it?'

'Yes.'

Zhang Yong spoke eloquently. He was persuasive.

This Wang Jichang was actually a very good sounding board. He could help get the message out.

Was the information true? Of course not.

There was no Project Zeus.

However, its content is true.

Zhang Yong basically remembers the data about the Yamato. This is enough.

As long as there is a big fish biting, it is not difficult to make 500,000 taels of silver. How much is 500,000 taels of silver? Less than 100,000 US dollars.

For 100,000 US dollars, you can get a piece of information about your opponent. It is a good deal.

However, the atmosphere must be created.

It must be serious.

Zhang Yong does not have enough manpower, so he can only rely on these Japanese spies to operate.

As long as the Japanese spies are moving, the intelligence agencies of other countries will also follow suit. If they persevere, they should make a profit one day...

Well, they must have confidence in themselves...

Just as he was about to speak, suddenly, another red dot entered the edge of the map.

At first, Zhang Yong didn't pay much attention. He thought the other person was just passing by nearby. Unexpectedly, the other person was actually coming towards Wuxian Bridge.

It was also the Japanese spy driving himself. The car also had three white dots. One was in the passenger seat. Two were in the back row.

Looking sideways at the three beauties in the Stepponk, he couldn't help but feel his mind racing. Was it a double celebration tonight?

Could it be that there was some kind of event going on? The Japanese spies had all turned out.

These heartless bastards.

Arrangements were immediately made to intercept.

The target was not carrying a weapon. It wasn't too dangerous.

At the same time, he personally got into the car and drove away Wang Jichang's Stepponk.

'Are you cold?'

'Yes.'

'Okay. Stay in the car.'

Zhang Yong had wanted to kick the three of them out of the car. But then he changed his mind.

He had no choice. He was weak-willed. The three of them were victims.

He turned around and went to the bridgehead.

He raised his binoculars and observed the approaching vehicle.

His face gradually became surprised.

Really. Surprised.

It turned out that the one approaching from over there was also a Steppenwolf. Exactly the same as Wang Jichang's.

Haha!

He suddenly wanted to laugh.

Is this another sign from the heavens?

Two Steppongs have appeared in one night. And they are both Japanese spies.

I'm curious. Who could this Japanese spy be?

In Hangzhou, who else could afford a Steppong?

At this time, it seems that even Chen Nai-fu could not afford a Steppong. The Flying Tigers captain had yet to become successful.

Wait.

Then stop the car.

The Japanese spy inside was roughly pulled out.

Zhang Yong looked at him closely. He didn't recognise him. It seemed that this was a new Japanese spy.

'Who is he?' Zhang Yong turned to Wang Jichang.

'Chu Jingliang,' Wang Jichang replied stiffly, 'his brother is Chu Minyi.'

'Who is Chu Minyi?'

'Secretary-General of the Executive Yuan.'

'Really?'

Zhang Yong nodded thoughtfully.

Secretary-General of the Executive Yuan, that means he is Wang Jingwei's right-hand man. He is probably a traitor in the future as well.

This Chu Jingliang also looks arrogant! After he was dragged out of the car, he took out a stack of banknotes and shouted, 'Tell your boss to come here.'

Zhang Yong: ...

Damn, this scene is so familiar.

I used to do this too. You imitating me?

Sure enough, the scenes of pretentiousness are all connected.

Zhang Yong walked out, his face stern, and stared at Chu Jingliang. He didn't say a word.

It was dark, and Chu Jingliang didn't see Wang Jichang. Wang Jichang also deliberately hid himself from the other person.

He hoped to drag Chu Jingliang down. The two of them would deal with Zhang Yong together.

Many hands make light work. As long as Zhang Yong offended enough people, after a period of time, it would be his time to die.

'Where is your boss? Tell him to come out...'

'Boom!'

'Ah!'

Chu Jingliang suddenly screamed.

But Zhang Yong went up and kicked him. It happened to be a kick to his belly.

For Japanese spies, mercy is a crime.

It is estimated that this Chu Jingliang is of the same nature as Wang Jichang. They are both impostors.

With the protection of the relevant people, outsiders will never detect this kind of imposture.

Wang Jichang...

Chu Jingliang...

Are there any other Japanese spies with fake identities?

'How dare you hit me?'

Chu Jingliang was both angry and furious. His face turned as red as a pig's liver.

In the end, he was kicked again by Zhang Yong.

Dare I hit you?

I'll beat you to death!

Wang Jichang: ...

Long live the world. This Zhang Yong is really a mad dog! He bites anyone he catches.

I clearly told him that Chu Jingliang was Chu Minyi's man, but he still hit him. And hit him so hard. He really doesn't know how to write the word 'death'.

Is this guy just tired of living? Is he completely fearless of provoking any opponent?

Or is he backed by someone?

But even if you have the protection of the old Chiang, you can't be so arrogant, right?

No one else is as fierce as you are wearing a hat...

'You, me...'

'Ah...'

Chu Jingliang groaned. His body was curled up. He was paralyzed on the ground.

Zhang Yong went over to Steponk. He looked inside. He found three young girls inside, all tied up in different ways. Rags were stuffed in their mouths.

Well, this Chu Jingliang is obviously not a good person. He has no conscience. He is dead tonight.

He turned around. He picked up Chu Jingliang.

'Who are they?'

'None of your business...'

'Ah...'

Chu Jingliang screamed again.

No, he didn't. He deserved to be beaten. He was in this situation and still had the nerve to argue.

There was nothing to be done. He had to be satisfied.

Zhang Yong was tired. He waved his hand. He told the others to come up and serve Chu Jingliang.

He took out his dagger and went to rescue the beauty.

He would not let others do this for him. He had to be 100% in person.

He pulled the towels out of the mouths of the three young girls. The three girls were panting frantically. They had obviously been holding their breath before.

Zhang Yong then used his dagger to cut the ropes that bound them. But he didn't say a word.

He struck a cool pose. A cold, aloof one.

Then he waved his hand. Indicating that they were free. Then he turned back around.

Behind him, the three of them looked at each other. Happy, but also apprehensive. Looking around at the dark surroundings, they were at a loss, desperate.

'Boss Chu,' Zhang Yong waved his hand, indicating that Chu Jingliang should be released.

Don't kill him. He's a fat lamb.

I just hit you. Now I'm going to torture you. Severe torture.

'You...'

'My name is Zhang Yong. I'm with the Special Branch of the Restoration Society. Have you heard of us?'

'So it's you...'

'Good. You know my name. Then we can have a pleasant chat. Let's cut to the chase. I seriously suspect you're involved in the Sun Dingyuan case, so please come with us to assist with the investigation.'

'You're full of shit! I don't even know Sun Dingyuan! Who's Sun Dingyuan?

'Mr Chu, confess and you'll get off lightly... no, resist and you'll get off severely. Confess and you'll get off lightly. It's useless to resist. I have sufficient evidence. Wang Jichang is the witness. He's the one who testified against you.'

'What? Wang Jichang?'

Chu Jingliang froze. Over there, Wang Jichang froze too.

What? I testified against Chu Jingliang? I had something to do with Sun Dingyuan?

Wait!

Wait!

Don't talk nonsense! When did I say that?

You son of a bitch. Slander...

Wang Jichang was about to jump out and defend himself, but in the end, Qin Lishan and the others held him down, tied him up, and stuffed a rag in his mouth. As a result, all of Wang Jichang's words, after spinning around in his mouth, were forcibly held back.

'He...'

Chu Jingliang only then saw Wang Jichang.

For a moment, countless thoughts flashed through his mind. His mind was in a complete mess.

He thought of the most terrifying thing.

It was that both he and Wang Jichang were Japanese. The two of them were connected.

After all, their identities had been arranged at the same time. One was lurking in Jinling. The other was lurking in the Executive Yuan. One was lurking in Hangzhou to make money.

This time, Chu Jingliang had come to Hangzhou to see Wang Jichang about something.

Unexpectedly, on an unpromising night, on an ordinary bridge, he met Zhang Yong. And then he was arrested.

Who is Zhang Yong? He is the one who arrests Japanese spies.

Chu Jingliang was very worried that his identity had been revealed. That would be completely hopeless.

Unwittingly, Chu Jingliang's tone weakened by three points.

'Team Leader Zhang, is there some kind of misunderstanding between us?' Chu Jingliang lowered his posture.

He just wanted to keep the secret that he was Japanese.

Everything else was negotiable.

As long as no one found out that he was Japanese, there would be no big problem.

Wang Jichang felt the same way.

If Wang Jichang was found to be Japanese, there would be endless consequences.

'What do you want?'

'Please go back and assist in the investigation.'

'Team Leader Zhang, I know what to do...'

Chu Jingliang understood.

The other party wanted a favour. A blatant favour.

If you don't give it, there will be a lot of trouble.

'Team Leader Zhang, name your price.'

'What do you mean?'

'Team Leader Zhang, we understand each other. Name your price, and I'll try to find a way.'

'You're slandering my innocence.'

'Yes, yes, I was wrong. I was wrong. Team Leader Zhang, you are a generous person. You don't care about petty things like us. But you have so many brothers around you, and they have all worked hard. You should reward them a little. Look at this late night...'

Chu Jingliang held up a finger.

Zhang Yong shook his head.

'10,000, no way.'

'You...'

Chu Jingliang gasped.

He had said 1,000 taels of silver. Unexpectedly, Zhang Yong said 1,000 right away.

This son of a bitch...

He's really gone mad...

'Boss Chu, actually, I also have my difficulties.'

'I'd like to hear more.'

'As you know, I'm in the intelligence business. Recently, I have obtained some very important information. I am determined to obtain it. But in order to obtain this information, I need at least 500,000 taels of silver. I cannot raise the money myself. I have no choice but to ask you for a donation. I promise that once I have earned the money, I will double it back to you.'

'What information?'

'It's a long story. It was revealed by a Japanese spy. It's called the Zeus Project. It's about the Japanese navy building ships. They say the Japanese will build the most powerful battleship in the world. The specific data is unknown.'

'Zeus...'

'Yes. The security level of this plan is very high. We don't know where it came from either.'

'Team Leader Zhang, how reliable is it?'

'I don't know. We won't know until we get our hands on the information. So, Boss Chu, I'm going to need your help.'

'Of course, of course...'

Chu Jingliang secretly took note of this and began to think about it quietly.

It's actually about the Navy's shipbuilding plan? So what exactly is the Navy's plan? What are they up to?

The Navy's shipbuilding plans are unknown to the Army. The Navy keeps them highly secret from the Army. If he could get hold of the plans, it would be a great achievement. It would also be very beneficial to the Army. And even more beneficial to him, Chu Jingliang.

Obviously, Zhang Yong could be used.

Zhang Yong only wants to make money.

Zhang Yong doesn't know that he is actually Japanese.

Therefore, after getting the money, Zhang Yong may reveal some information.

That would be enough.

A hundred thousand taels of silver is well worth it...

Suddenly, a small car arrives in a hurry. Wang Jichang's face is full of mixed emotions.

His men are here.

With a hundred thousand taels of silver. For Zhang Yong.

That bastard!

He doesn't want to give it.

But he has to.

Without it, he can't leave.

Who knows what will happen next.

A devil like Zhang Yong is capable of anything. It feels like the guy has gone crazy.

Zhang Yong takes the suitcase. Opens it. It's full of banknotes.

Not bad, none of them are from the Baoshang Bank. He hates those the most.

He waves his hand.

Wang Jichang says nothing and quickly leaves.

Hurry up and go.

Hurry up and go.

He's afraid that Zhang Yong will call out to him again.

Fortunately, he doesn't.

Once Zhang Yong has the money, he immediately and cheerfully releases the man.

Next to him, Chu Jingliang understands what is going on. Then he immediately says obediently, 'Team Leader Zhang, I'm going to make a phone call.'

'I'll keep your car and the people in it,' Zhang Yong said bluntly.

'That's right. That's right,' Chu Jingliang hastened to agree.

Zhang Yong looked at the other man askance.

Good, very good. He liked this kind of person.

Able to bend and stretch.

Now very humble. After he goes back, he will definitely find a way to deal with him.

It was certain that both Wang Jichang and Chu Jingliang wanted to get rid of him.

But it didn't matter.

As long as these two helped pass on the information, that was fine.

The future plan to make money still depended on these two guys.

Oh, and there were other Japanese spies.

So...

A glimmer of hope...