Chapter 978 The loyalty of an imperial warrior should not be doubted

Author: Jiangsu Daozi

Chapter 978 The loyalty of an imperial warrior should not be doubted

Shanghai.

In the Japanese Consulate in Shanghai, Ryosuke Hase sat at his desk with a serious face and looked down at something. Suddenly, there was a knock on the door.

He unhurriedly put "Shanghai Fengyue Recommendations" into the drawer, straightened his meticulous hair style, raised his head and spoke to the outside in a deep voice.

"Come in~"

The door was opened immediately, and a consulate staff strode up to Changgu, bowed deeply, and handed over a telegram with both hands.

"Reporting to your Excellency, Minister, "Songzi" lurking in the mountain city has sent a special secret message."

Last month, Iwai, the former head of the Intelligence Department of the Japanese Consulate, returned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tokyo to report on his duties. The post of head of the Intelligence Department was naturally taken over by Ryosuke Hase.

In just a few years, he rose from the position of chief of the special higher education course to deputy minister and minister of the Ministry of Intelligence, which really shocked many people's jaws.

But if you think about it, it’s normal. Those who can bring benefits to the consulate, navy, military police, and army officials in Shanghai will not have bad luck.

As soon as the post of Minister of Intelligence became vacant, the people who spoke for it were lined up from Tokyo to Shanghai. Even Iwai said that his successor must be Hase.

Hase successfully took over from his old classmate and became the third person in charge of the consulate. His agency has also become an important agency of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the Republic of China.

At the same time, he also serves as the assistant officer of the Special Committee on China, responsible for guiding and supervising the "new" government intelligence agency that is being planned, and holds great power.

Hase Ryosuke, who was originally calm, heard his subordinate say "pine nuts", and his heart moved. He immediately reached out to take the secret message and looked at the other person seriously.

"Song Zi is the empire's most important intelligence officer. Anyone who has access to the telegram document must sign for confirmation, even me is no exception."

"Hai!"

The staff of the consulate who had not yet straightened up lowered their heads again. They couldn't help but be impressed by the noble minister's integrity, and immediately turned around and left.

Seeing the door being closed, the sullen Chang Gu was suddenly discouraged. He quickly found a code book from the bookshelf behind him and quickly translated the message.

"It's extremely secret. The commander of the Red Russian Far East is about to change. Zhukov will take over as commander of the 57th Army. There may be major changes in the Northeast, Songzi."

Hase Ryosuke looked at the contents on the paper, his expression gloomy and unchanged. After thinking for a long time, he put away the code book, got up and went out and walked into the consul's office.

More than half an hour later, Hase appeared again and got into a car and drove all the way to Shigekodo, the residence of the Japan Special Committee on China.

"Quickly, take me to see the director of the agency. I have urgent information to report."

As soon as he entered the room, he couldn't wait to shout to the staff on the opposite side and wiped the sweat from his forehead, looking very nervous.

When the other party saw Ryosuke Hase's reaction, he knew something big had happened. He didn't dare to ask any more questions and ran upstairs immediately, with Ryosuke Hase following closely behind.

The two came outside the office of the head of the Special Committee on China, Satsu Tosada. The staff gently knocked on the door and ducked in.

One minute.

Two minutes.

five minutes.

The office fell into a deathly silence. Hase Ryosuke was pacing back and forth outside the door, constantly looking down at his watch, his face full of anxiety.

When the agents who came and went saw what Mr. Zuo Guan was doing, they all avoided or hid in the room to avoid being hurt by the other party's anger.

Hase noticed this scene out of the corner of his eye, smiled coldly in his heart, and continued to pretend to be anxious, performing outside Osako's door.

He knew that Osako was trying to give him a blow, and the reason was very simple. The huge benefits brought by smuggling were so exciting.

Ever since Osako Tosada came to Shanghai, he has been trying to find trouble with him and get involved in the "unofficial material transportation" business.

But the other party doesn't want to think about it. The cake is so big. The more people participate, the less profit. Who is willing to share his cake with others?

As a result, under the strong protests from the military and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Osako Tosada's plan came to an end, and the opportunity to annex the Hase Agency was lost.

In fact, after offending so many forces, Osako Tongsada has not yet "committed suicide" or drowned, which can be regarded as His Majesty's blessing.

Therefore, it is understandable that the other party gave him a closed door. After all, he is a dignified agency chief who must vent his grievances.

The second hand on the watch jumped one by one. Hase Ryosuke estimated that the time was almost up, so he walked to the door and raised his hand to slam the door panel.

"Dong dong dong!"

"Your Excellency Osako, I have important matters to report."

"Say something."

"I know you're in the house."

"Then Changgu will come in."

Hase Ryosuke raised his voice a few times so that everyone could hear him, then directly opened the door and barged in without hesitation.

In the office, Osako Tsusada, who was wearing a traditional kimono, sat cross-legged on the tatami, and the staff who came in earlier were pouring tea for him.

Seeing Ryosuke Hase come in uninvited, Osako was stunned for a moment. When he came to his senses, he immediately became furious, slammed the table hard, and shouted loudly.

"Baga! Hase-kun, don't you know what politeness is?"

"Your Excellency Osako, please take a look at this information first before you get angry again."

Hase Ryosuke was too lazy to talk nonsense and interrupted the other party's reprimand. He threw out the message from "Matsuko" and at the same time picked up the tea on the table and drank it all in one gulp.

"you"

Osako Tongzada was trembling with anger and was about to spit out the fragrance, but when he glanced at the message and saw the content clearly, he stood up directly.

As one of the people in charge of Japanese intelligence in China, he certainly knew about the Battle of Nomonkan, as well as the meaning and sensitivity behind it.

The battles in Shanghai, Jinling, Qicheng, Changcheng, and Shacheng were over, and the army was no longer able to fight again unless the Kwantung Army, a new force, entered the pass.

However, there is a prerequisite for the Kwantung Army to enter the customs, that is, the Pseudo-mite and Korea are safe enough. These two places are the most important resource areas of the empire and cannot be lost.

The Battle of Nomenkan was not so much a provocation by the Kwantung Army as it was a test to test the Red Russia's combat effectiveness in Montenegro and Mosk's attitude.

It is precisely because of this that the Kwantung Army Chief of Staff Masanobu Tsuji, who mobilized troops without authorization, was not punished by Tokyo. Now all parties are paying attention to the subsequent development of the incident.

Before the war, the General Staff Headquarters predicted that the strategic focus of Red Russia was in Europe, its main enemy was Germany, and that a large-scale war with the Kwantung Army would not really break out.

As long as the situation in Northeast China can be maintained on an equal footing with the Red Russians, the well-trained Kwantung Army can enter the border to support the war against China.

Even if the Red Russia is really as vulnerable as the army imagined, it is not impossible for the Kwantung Army to divide its forces and occupy the Xibo region and the Far East.

But now, the Red Russians actually changed their commanders on the spot. Under normal circumstances, the Red Russians would not change their frontline commanders, unless the one in Mosk had other plans.

Once Red Russia launches an attack on Manchukuo and Goryeo, Japan will fall into a two-front war. Unlike the Republic of China, Red Russia is a standard powerful country.

Thinking of this possibility, Osako Tosada became a little panicked. He walked around on the tatami twice with the telegram, then raised his head and stared at Hase Ryosuke and started to blame.

"Baga, why don't you report such important information to me immediately? I will hold Tokyo accountable for your dereliction of duty."

After staying in the Republic of China for so many years, Osako also learned how to find scapegoats. He understood that sending this information would definitely cause violent turmoil in the upper echelons.

In addition, such important news should have been sent to Tokyo as soon as it was received. Now that it has been delayed for such a long time, who knows whether Tokyo will pursue it.

For the sake of safety, it is necessary to find someone with enough weight to take the blame. Ryosuke Hase, who is good at dancing, is the most suitable candidate. Who made the other party rich?

Faced with the blame thrown by the other party, Hase Ryosuke sneered, sat down slowly, and said to Osako Tosada in a mocking tone.

"Your Excellency, Director of the Agency, I have been waiting outside your door for so long, and the entire committee has seen it. Ha, there are no secrets in the intelligence agency.

Besides, I reported it to the consul before departure, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs should have received the message. It doesn't make any sense for you to say this again."

Hasegu had long been on guard against the other party's move, otherwise why would he stand at the outer gate? It was Osako who wasted time. What does it have to do with him, a man who is loyal to official duties?

Osako Tsusada blushed at Hase's words. He held it in for a long time and didn't know how to answer, so he had to look for questions from the information itself.

"Mr. Hase, you misunderstood. Since you have already reported it to Tokyo, I am relieved. But how true is this information?

One more thing: Who is "Songzi" and whether he is reliable? Could this be a conspiracy by the people of the Republic of China to stir up trouble and undermine the imperial strategy?

We all know that lurking work is full of dangers, and the military commander is very difficult to deal with. If "Songzi" is captured... you and I have to guard against this."

"Your Majesty Osako!"

Ryosuke Hase shouted out the name of Osako Tosada in an extremely angry voice, slowly stood up and looked at the other person closely, gritting his teeth and speaking every word.

""Song Zi" has been lurking in Jinling since the 22nd year of the Republic of China, and has sent back a lot of important information, making great contributions to His Majesty Tianlu and the empire.

A year ago, his mother became seriously ill and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs allowed him to return to China to visit relatives. However, in order to better complete his mission, he flatly refused the order.

During the Battle of Qicheng, his intelligence played a huge role, but he also lost the chance to see his mother for the last time. It's unfair for him to say that.

If you don't believe "Songzi", you can order your people to verify this matter instead of doubting the loyalty of an Imperial warrior without any reason."

When the staff of the Special Committee on China on the side heard this, their expressions changed slightly, and their eyes towards Osako Tsusada gradually became unkind.

What you fear most when working in intelligence is not the enemy, but the knife from behind. Especially when you encounter a suspicious and irresponsible boss, it will be very painful.

Osako Tosada seemed to be aware of it, bowed solemnly, and decisively changed his words: "Simi Masai, please forgive me for what I just said, "Matsuko"-kun is indeed a meritorious official of the empire.

Mr. Hase, please rest assured that I will immediately report his findings to the General Staff Headquarters and ask for credit for him. His Majesty and the Empire will never treat such a loyal person badly."

It was a matter of military morale and his own reputation, so Osako chose to bow his head without hesitation. Otherwise, if the conversation today was spread, he would not expect anyone to serve him.

Hase Ryosuke sullenly avoided the other party's bow, took a deep breath and said: "Your Majesty, you don't have to be so polite. In fact, what you just said makes sense.

I suggest that the intelligence personnel of the Special Committee on China in Shancheng conduct a secret screening of "Songzi", firstly to determine the safety of the other party, and secondly to prove the authenticity of the intelligence.

This matter is related to the dispute over the northward and southward routes of the imperial navy and army, the security of Michou and Goryeo, and even the great achievements of His Majesty Tianchu and the empire, so it has to be handled with caution.

Later, I will hand over the files and information of "Songzi" to you. You must send the most elite personnel to carry out this task. I think "Songzi" will understand our difficulties."

He has said this, what else can Osako Tosada do, of course he can only agree: "Yoshi, just do as Hase-kun said, I will let the mole hidden in the top brass of the government come forward."

"Thank you, Your Excellency, Director."

Hase Ryosuke put his hands together on the seams of his trousers, bent his waist at a 90-degree angle, and expressed his gratitude to Osako. He was always very polite to people who could create wealth for him.

A mole in a high position must be very valuable. He raised his body and licked his lips subconsciously, looking at Osako Tsusada as if he were looking at a shiny gold bar.
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