Chapter 70: I Have A Plan
Fujita Go seemed interested: “Ando-kun, tell me in detail.”
Ando Shinichi nodded and said: “Your Excellency Fujita, Hu Xinmin has already agreed to cooperate with us.”
“His arrest was carried out secretly, and the outside world has not yet received news of his capture. We can use the intelligence in his hands to make a fuss during this time.”
Fujita Go’s brows furrowed slightly as he said: “Ando-kun means to use that batch of gold as bait to lure Yu Zuobai of the Loyal Salvation Army to lead his men to rob it.”
Ando Shinichi nodded and said: “That’s right. We can take this opportunity to wipe them out in one fell swoop.”
Fujita Go frowned slightly and said: “However, I have two questions that need a clear answer from Ando-kun.”
“First, are you sure the intelligence provided by Hu Xinmin won’t let Yu Zuobai escape?”
“Second, can you guarantee capturing Yu Zuobai without anything happening to the gold?”
“Ando-kun, you should know that Chinese people are extremely cunning. If Hu Xinmin is pretending to surrender, he can completely pass on intelligence to let the other side escape.”
“As for the second point, the Jinling Government is now counting on this bit of gold to get by.”
“If something goes wrong, I don’t know how to explain it to them.”
“Although we can disregard them, they were set up under the auspices of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs after all.”
“If something happens to the gold, it might very well turn into a conflict between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Home Affairs later on.”
Ando Shinichi pondered for a moment and still insisted: “Your Excellency Fujita, I still stick to my idea.”
“If we can catch Yu Zuobai, we can wipe out the leadership of the Loyal Salvation Army in one fell swoop.”
“That was originally a band of hooligans. Without a leader, it will be scattered like sand.”
“If the plan goes smoothly, we can wipe out the Loyal Salvation Army and the Military Statistics Bureau agents undercover in Shanghai in one stroke.”
“This is a case of multiple gains in one move. I think it’s worth a try.”
Fujita Go lightly tapped the desk with his fingers, silently considering the feasibility of Ando Shinichi’s proposal.
Ando Shinichi was not anxious either, standing by waiting for Fujita Go to give the final answer.
“Alright, since Ando-kun is so confident, as your direct superior, I have no reason not to support you.”
“Whatever assistance or support your plan needs, I will fully cooperate.”
“But I hope for a good result. If something unexpected happens, Ando-kun, I hope you can think of the consequences.”
“By the way, Ando-kun, where do you plan to set the ambush?”
Ando Shinichi respectfully said: “I’ve considered it. The Economic Department’s transportation warehouse at Mai Gen Road Train Station is a very good ambush location.”
“The terrain there is open, and there aren’t many covers. Once it enters the firefight phase, we can easily surround and hunt them.”
“The Economic Department’s Material Warehouse.” For some reason, Fujita Go felt inexplicably uncomfortable upon hearing the words Economic Department.
He couldn’t quite say what was wrong.
After thinking for a moment, Fujita Go reminded: “Ando-kun, the Director of the Economic Department has a very good relationship with the consulate. You need to be careful with your methods and not create extra trouble.”
“Rest assured, Your Excellency Fujita.” Ando Shinichi said confidently: “This plan will be carried out in two steps simultaneously.”
“I’ve already communicated with Matsui-kun. After confirming the successful transmission of intelligence, the Investigation Team will closely monitor Hu Xinmin.”
“When Yu Zuobai and others enter the encirclement at night, Matsui-kun will take Hu Xinmin to clear out the Military Statistics Bureau Shanghai Station’s secret stronghold.”
“We cooperate together to strive to wipe out the Military Statistics Bureau forces in one fell swoop.”
Fujita Go nodded slightly: “Very good. Since you have a plan, I wish Ando-kun all the best. Go ahead.”
“Hai”
Shanghai, City Hall, Director of the Economic Department’s Office.
Chen Yang looked at Matsui Koji in front of him and said with a face full of displeasure: “Section Chief Matsui, if you want to use the Economic Department’s warehouse to make a fuss, I won’t agree to this kind of thing.”
“You should know that many of the supplies in the Economic Department’s Material Warehouse are to be provided to the Nanjing Restoration Government.”
“If something goes wrong, I can’t bear this responsibility.”
Matsui Koji chuckled lightly: “Director Chen, I know you’re somewhat dissatisfied with us because of what happened a few days ago.”
“But we are all working for the Empire.”
“This is a golden opportunity to eliminate the Loyal Salvation Army leadership and wipe out the Military Statistics Bureau forces in Shanghai in one stroke.”
“I hope you can set aside the previous unpleasantness and fully support our action.”
Chen Yang said calmly: “Section Chief Matsui, there is a saying in China: don’t meddle in affairs outside one’s position.”
“Catching people is your business, but this is a place for transporting materials. If something happens, is your Special Higher Police Affairs responsible?”
Matsui Koji chuckled lightly: “Director Chen is too cautious. We’ve made a lot of preparations for this action.”
Before Matsui Koji finished speaking, Chen Yang said seriously: “Section Chief Matsui, you don’t need to tell me about the things you’re doing. I don’t want to know too much, lest there be any mishap in your mission and you blame it on me.”
“I just want a definite answer. If there is any loss to the Material Warehouse, is your Special Higher Police Affairs responsible?”
Matsui Koji did not expect Chen Yang to be so stubborn. After hesitating for a moment, he said: “Director Chen, the Special Higher Police Affairs has done several simulations for planning this action.”
“I believe it shouldn’t cause any loss to the Material Warehouse. Of course, if you have concerns, you can completely transfer the materials inside first.”
“To avoid unnecessary losses.”
Chen Yang said in a deep voice: “Section Chief Matsui, you may not be clear about the work process of the Material Warehouse.”
“The materials in our hands, which warehouse they enter and where they are stored are all governed by regulations and systems. It’s not like I can say where to put them and they go there. If it were, the warehouse would have been a mess long ago.”
“Alright, Director Chen, I don’t want to argue with you on this issue.” Matsui Koji seemed to lose patience and stood up: “Tonight’s action is imperative. If any losses really occur, the Special Higher Police Affairs will handle it appropriately.”
“Director Chen, my time is precious. If you have no other questions, I’ll take my leave first.”
Chen Yang frowned and said: “Since Section Chief Matsui has said so, I have no reason to refuse. As a member of the Empire, contributing our strength to the Empire is also our duty. Please rest assured, I will arrange for the people in the Material Warehouse to evacuate as soon as possible and won’t hinder Section Chief Matsui’s plan.”
“That’s right.” Matsui Koji nodded and said: “Director Chen, I’ll take my leave first.”
“Section Chief Matsui, please go slowly.”
Chen Yang slightly bowed to Matsui Koji, watching him leave the office.
Until the other’s figure completely disappeared, a faint smile appeared at the corner of Chen Yang’s mouth. Then, he picked up his briefcase and walked out of the office.
At a tobacco exchange shop one kilometer away from City Hall, Chen Yang confirmed no one was following before entering the shop and picking up the telephone on the table to dial the number of the White Russian bread shop on Hualan Road.
“Hello, I’d like an apple sauce bread delivered to Room 303 upstairs, yes.”
