Chapter 781: Playing high-end games

"Team leader, it's all been dealt with.'

'Good. Remember the exact location. But don't let anyone find out.'

'Understood.'

Cen Zhaohai promised.

He was the first to bring reinforcements.

The first thing to do was to dispose of the bodies of the two Japanese invaders.

The two Japanese invaders were already dead beyond redemption. However, this could not be announced to the outside world. No comment.

All information was sealed off. This prevented the Japanese invaders from determining whether the seven people were dead or alive. Only in this way did Zhang Yongcai have a chance to make a profit.

After the gunshot, military police and police arrived.

Zhang Yong directly took out his identification from the attendant's office. He demanded that they keep it absolutely confidential.

Director Lin knew about this. It wasn't considered an infringement.

Sure enough, the military police and police immediately fell silent. They didn't dare ask a single question.

Then...

Zhang Yong woke up McFarland.

These five lashes really opened up the skin and tore the flesh. The situation was quite bad.

However, since McFarland insisted on doing it this way, Zhang Yong could only actively cooperate.

From a purely cosmetic point of view, MacFarland's current appearance can definitely be described as the worst. Once the pictures spread to the United States and are reprinted in major newspapers, it will be disastrous. It will definitely arouse the indignation of many people.

Huh?

Reprinted in major newspapers?

Zhang Yong immediately thought of two people.

The first one is Tang Shengming. He has roots in the United States.

As long as you are willing to spend money, you can still get a mention in a major newspaper. Newspapers over there can be handled with money.

The market price is about US$1,000 for an article. If it's an op-ed, it's about US$10,000. Ongoing coverage is even more expensive. But the influence is really good. Among them, the New York Times is the first choice. Newsweek is also good. Life and Time magazines are alternatives.

The second one is Catherine.

The British Times is still very famous.

If this matter is published in the Times, it should have some effect.

I guess the British will be very happy about it.

Because the British have always wanted to drag the United States into the war. But the United States has always pursued isolationism, leaving the British with no way to do anything.

This is an opportunity.

Provoke the anger of the Americans, and the British will be able to reap the benefits.

'Hmmm...'

'Mac, are you really okay?'

Zhang Yong greatly admired MacFarland's professionalism. This is literally self-harm!

In order to trap the Japanese, MacFarland is also desperate.

'Do your job...' MacFarland said with difficulty.

'I know. I'll give you the information,' Zhang Yong promised solemnly.

The other party had injured himself so badly, he was really impressed.

He must give MacArthur some information.

As for what kind of information, he would think about it when he got back.

Before, Zhang Yong thought that the United States was far across the ocean and probably didn't care about intelligence on the Japanese army. They only cared about the navy.

Unexpectedly, it was MacArthur who came up first. He was in the Philippines, so of course he was very concerned about the movements of the Japanese army.

It would be nonsense to say that MacArthur had no military talent.

He had at least experienced World War I, led the Rainbow Division, and fought the Germans in real battles. His record was not bad. He later became the president of the United States Military Academy at West Point, and was the youngest president in the academy's history. He later served as the chief of staff of the U.S. Army. How could he not have talent?

He must have keenly perceived the Japanese military threat. His insight was higher than everyone in the Kuomintang. He knew the strength of the Japanese navy. He also knew that the Philippines, although far away, was still under great threat from the Japanese.

'That's good...' McFarland felt relieved.

Then he began to feel faint.

It wasn't an act. He was indeed feeling very dizzy. But he wasn't unconscious.

Zhang Yong pondered where to send him. If it were in Shanghai, naturally it would be safest to send him to a concession hospital. The problem was, this was Nanjing.

There were no concessions in Nanjing. There was only the embassy district. However, there was still the Elisabeth Hospital.

In the end, it was decided to take Michael to the Elisabeth Hospital. It was British territory. If anything happened, it would be even more chaotic.

Then a sudden thought occurred to him. A white dot appeared. There was a sign.

It was Catherine.

She actually appeared at this time?

She is worthy of MI7. She obviously sensed something.

Good. Go meet her.

After saying hello to the others, Zhang Yong went out alone.

It was broad daylight and there was no danger around. He wasn't afraid.

He soon saw Catherine.

Catherine seemed to know that he would show up and gave him a smile.

'Zhang, let's make a deal.'

'What kind of deal?'

'I'll help you spread the news about this incident. You give me 10% of the proceeds.'

'I don't know what you're talking about.'

'Didn't McFarlane tell you how to extort money from the Japanese?'

'Just tell me.'

'The Japanese certainly don't want to cause an international outcry, and they will do everything they can to keep this quiet. And the key to this whole thing is you. They will definitely come to you. They will agree to almost anything you ask for. A few tens of thousands of dollars is no problem.'

'Did MacFarland discuss this with you?'

'No. This is the rule. Only you don't understand. We all understand.'

'So what can you do for me?'

'A headline in the Times. Five days of follow-up reports. What do you think?'

'Very good.'

Zhang Yong told the truth.

As expected, MI7 is no pushover.

As soon as they met, they made things clear. The benefits for all sides were calculated.

Damn, these are all international players. They are playing at a high level. They know everything. Only this rookie like myself, who has just entered the game, knows nothing.

For no reason at all, someone else has taken 10% of the benefits.

But...

Forget it. Let's just consider it tuition fees.

If we can really extort tens of thousands of dollars from the Japanese invaders, there is no problem giving her 10%.

'Zhang, you're very capable.'

'I don't understand.'

'You're a doer. You act very quickly and decisively. You deserve to earn money.'

'Really?'

'I like you.'

Katherine came up and kissed him on the cheek.

She didn't let go right away. Instead, she kissed him for quite a while.

Zhang Yong: ...

This woman is taking advantage of me again.

Forget it, I'm a man, I'll be generous, I'll let her take advantage of me...

Finally...

Their lips parted...

'We can work together for the long term.'

'Good,'

Zhang Yong nodded.

As long as there was a profit, of course it was fine.

In the future, the British would be considered an ally of China. The Americans too. There was definitely a need to cooperate.

Start building relationships now. Wait until the allied front is fully established. Then perhaps he could act with ease. Even if he was the Director, there was nothing he could do about it.

Haha...

Back home, he could never transcend the Director. But internationally, it was entirely possible!

Catherine went off happily.

Zhang Yong turned back to McFarland. He had a new understanding of this guy.

They were both masters!

Maybe I'm also part of the plan.

But it doesn't matter. His goal is just to get paid. And the enemy on both sides is the Japanese. That's enough.

'Report, the reporters are here.'

'Good. Invite them in.'

Zhang Yong went out to greet them.

Sure enough, the first group of foreign reporters arrived.

They were all paid in US dollars. Ten dollars each. The reporting was calculated separately.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Zhang Yong explained the situation.

'Fifty dollars each!'

'I want to see the reports tonight!'

'Extra editions!'

'I'll pay for the extra editions!'

Zhang Yong was very generous.

The Japanese would definitely have to reimburse him for this money later.

So, haha.

'Click!'

The reporters took photos one after the other.

They were also paid to do their job. Naturally, they were motivated when they were paid in US dollars.

At that time, 60 US dollars was already quite a lot. Even for reporters, this extra income was enough to give their best.

What's more, this incident had the potential to cause a sensational news story!

An American businessman, and a salesman at a major arms dealer like Springfield, had been abused by the Japanese in such a way.

The whip marks on his body seemed to silently tell the story of the Japanese's brutality.

Once this story is published, it will definitely attract the attention of a large crowd. Newspaper sales are sure to skyrocket.

At this moment, McFarland also 'just happens' to wake up.

He cries out in a weak voice about the Japanese atrocities. This immediately attracts countless flashes of light.

And a reporter uses a recording device to record McFarland's words. This is the most primitive accusation. It is very important.

Zhang Yong also asked someone to record McFarland's words. For future reference.

'Me, me, me, me...'

In the end, McFarland really fainted.

Well, this acting definitely deserves a full mark.

In fact, it was all just superficial injuries. There was no danger to life. However, to foreign journalists who didn't know the details, McFarland could have died at any time.

Those American journalists were all cursing the Japanese. They were filled with indignation. They wanted to catch the murderer on the spot and execute him by flaying his skin.

'Please make way, everyone, please make way!'

'I will take Mr. MacFarland to the Elizabeth Hospital first. I hope it is safe there.'

'If you want more information, please go to the Elizabeth Hospital. Thank you. Thank you.'

After sending the reporters away, Zhang Yong finally started making phone calls.

He called the attendant's office. He directly asked for Director Lin. He was quickly connected.

'Shaolong, what's the situation?'

'Director Lin, the person was rescued. However, he was tortured by the Japanese and is seriously injured. I am about to take him to the Elizabeth Hospital.'

'Did you catch the Japanese?'

'There were seven Japanese soldiers in total. We killed two of them. The other five escaped. But Michael Flanagan clearly remembers what happened. He has just told the reporters that the Japanese kidnapped him.'

'The reporters know?'

'Yes. The reporters have taken photos. They also recorded the conversation.'

'Good, good, good!'

Director Lin is clearly very pleased.

This is the result he most wanted. It must be the Americans themselves who make the identification.

Now that there are reports from journalists, photos, and recordings of the Americans, the Japanese can't get away with it. The Nationalist government can also take the opportunity to show its concern to its allies.

'I'll report to the Chairman immediately.'

'The Chairman?'

'Just now. The American ambassador's phone call went directly to the Chairman. He asked to speak to the Chairman directly.'

'Ah? Is it that serious?'

Zhang Yong began to play the fool. He acted very innocent.

From now on, his only task is to act dumb in front of the big boss.

This way, the boss will have the opportunity to show off his superiority.

You can be 100% sure that all leaders like to show off their superiority.

The only difference is the occasion.

'You don't know the gravity of the situation. Anyway, you've handled this matter very well.'

'So, do I have to protect this McFarland all the time? I'm afraid the Japanese will come and kill him to silence him.'

'Yes. From now on, you stay by his side at all times. Make sure he is safe.'

'Okay. I'll take him to Elizabeth Hospital right away. If you need to get in touch with me, call Elizabeth Hospital.'

'Very good. Go ahead! Be careful on the way!'

'Yes.'

Zhang Yong quickly hung up the phone and sent someone to take McFarland to Elizabeth Hospital.

Nothing happened on the way.

They arrived at Elizabeth Hospital without incident.

They took McFarland inside. They looked for a doctor to treat him.

Unexpectedly, they found Katherine already there.

This woman.

She's really crafty.

Pretending not to see. But the other party just came up to him.

He had to stop.

'Zhang, I'll take care of this side. You go catch the Japanese.'

'Okay.'

'After you catch the Japanese, don't tell anyone. Including your superiors. If your superiors ask, just say you killed them all.'

'Understood.'

'Nice working together.'

'Okay!'

Zhang Yong nodded.

Then he was kissed again by the beautiful woman.

This...

It's not impossible.

But you are openly molesting me like this...

Forget it, I won't argue with a woman.

Katherine moved quickly.

Her current identity was the medical director of the Elizabeth Hospital.

Soon, more reporters arrived...

Shortly afterwards, five heavily armed American soldiers arrived from the US Consulate. They were all from the United States Marine Corps. They were responsible for coming to protect the safety of McFarland. Also arriving at the same time were five British soldiers. They were there to protect the safety of the Elizabeth Hospital.

The numbers were small and their role symbolic.

However, Zhang Yong believed that the Japanese should not be so headstrong as to dare to continue with their actions.

That would be slapping the British and Americans in the face.

But then again, you never know. The Japanese military were all lunatics. You couldn't reason with them. Desperate and furious, they were capable of anything.

'You can go,' Catherine told Zhang Yong.

'Okay,' Zhang Yong nodded.

'If you can catch them alive, it's best to catch one or two. It will be very useful.'

'Okay,'

Zhang Yong kept in mind.

Brisk and energetic.

This is international cooperation! It's not a small matter.

With these high-end international players, we can definitely get tens of thousands of dollars from the Japanese invaders!

Maybe, on the Japanese side, someone else will have to commit hara-kiri. Otherwise, this matter is not over.

Back to Taoyuan Road.

Enter the small building that looks like a bunker. Search. There are no clues.

That's for sure. Those Japanese invaders are professionals too. They must have disposed of all the information when they left.

Get ready to make an arrest.

Arrest who? Of course, the remaining five Japanese invaders.

These are the real big fish.

Zhang Yong reckons that they should be in hiding.

Sure enough, soon, the first suspicious Japanese invader is found. A red dot. There's a weapon symbol.

Quietly bring someone closer.

It's a small, isolated courtyard.

Damn, they're living in a small courtyard. They seem to be very wealthy.

The room is dark. There's no light.

Needless to say, this Japanese soldier is definitely on high alert, watching every move.

What should we do?

"Hey, Blackie, where are the grenades?'

'I have them.'

'Arrange for three people, one grenade each.'

'Okay.'

Lu Keming makes the arrangements.

Soon, the three grenade throwers are ready.

Zhang Yong assigned them targets, distances and angles. Then...

'Throw!'

'Hoo!'

The three wooden-handled grenades were thrown.

One of them missed a bit, landing a little too far away. But the other two hit their marks.

'Boom...'

The sound of explosions continued.

The red dot moved quickly towards the outside.

Sure enough, it was him.

The guy was injured. But he was still holding the rifle.

Amazing.

He didn't die in the explosion.

He managed to struggle out of the house despite the intense explosion.

'Bang!'

The rifle fires.

The Japanese soldier finally collapses limp.

Before he dies, he seems to try to look up to see who attacked him. Unfortunately, he can't.

'Go!'

Everyone rushes forward.

They find the target dead beyond recognition.

What a pity. They couldn't capture him alive.

But there's nothing we can do. The other guy had a gun. It's too dangerous to capture him alive.

Enter the house. No valuables found. Obviously, this Japanese spy was very careful. He cleaned up after himself.

The body is dragged away immediately.

Although the person is dead, no traces can be left behind.

Dragged to a remote place, dig a pit and bury it deeply. Mark it well. It may be useful in the future.

One down. But there are still four to go.

Back to Taoyuan Road, continue to search in circles.

Finally, they found a second one.

Sure enough, they were not too far from Taoyuan Road.

This shows that there were still a lot of Japanese safe houses. It is possible that they were newly added recently.

However, the Japanese spies who were captured alive before all confessed to quite a few safe houses. It is possible that they are all being reused now.

Zhang Yong was a little curious. Who exactly arranged this kidnapping?

Why did they go after McFarland?

Was it to frame the Nationalist government?

Or did McFarland know something he shouldn't?

He nodded thoughtfully.

MacFarland is a very cunning guy!

He let himself be injured by hand. It seems to be self-inflicted. It's extreme.

But when I think about it, isn't this also a way to avoid being questioned by me? With him in this condition, how could you, Zhang Yong, bear to ask anything?

All I can say is that this guy is definitely not as simple as I see him.

Alas, they are all masters. They are all very powerful.

Zhang Yong, a rookie, still has to learn and improve slowly.

His thoughts returned to reality.

Let's deal with the Japanese spy first.

This Japanese spy is also alone in a safe house. Armed with a gun. I guess he is also very vigilant.

What to do?

The old method.

Grenades from a distance.

After the explosion, immediately shoot him dead.

The safe house chosen by this Japanese invader is surrounded by no one, so it's just the right time to use force.

'Boom...'

The grenades exploded.

The red dot did not immediately disappear. But it also did not move over a wide area.

A minute later, the red dot finally disappeared.

Oh, he was killed instantly.

'Go!'

Enter the scene to inspect.

Sure enough, it was found that the Japanese invaders were already dead.

So the bodies were dragged away. Dispose of them according to the previous method. But bury them separately.

Five Japanese invaders, two have already been killed. There are still three. Frown. The hope of capturing them alive is becoming more and more slim.

But don't be discouraged.

Even if they can't be captured alive. They must all be killed.

Not a single one can escape.

Patiently, they continue searching in circles...

Suddenly, they make a discovery.

But they encounter Ye Wansheng and the others again.

Damn it. These dogs. What are they doing out here again? Did they smell the Red Party again?

Fine, this time I'll make sure you can't get away with it.

'Pop!'

A shot from a distance.

Ready to take Ye Wansheng's life.

This is a rare opportunity.

He has been authorised by Director Lin to use all means necessary. Even if it is traced back, he can just say that it was an accidental discharge and at most he will just get a criticism.

How can he miss such a golden opportunity?

However...

He missed. The bullet hit Ye Wansheng's foot.

Ye Wansheng also reacted very quickly. He realised something was wrong and immediately fled. The others also followed suit and fled in a panic.

Zhang Yong: ...

Shit!

Damn poor marksmanship!

Damn it, can't the system give me some points?

Deep Blue, add points!

System, add points!

Grandpa, add points...

Unfortunately, the system does not respond...

I'm convinced.

Do I have to go from weak at the beginning to weak at the end?

There's nothing I can do...

But there's nothing I can do.

This is the situation. There's no forcing it.

I can only brace myself. And continue to search for the Japanese spies.

I wasn't disappointed in this.

Soon, a third Japanese spy was found.

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