Chapter 214: Deception
Facing such sincere eyes, it’s difficult for a normal man like Gu Yansheng to refuse.
“This doesn’t seem appropriate.”
“What’s not appropriate about it?”
Shen Shuyun’s expression was no longer one of seductive aggression; it was one of genuine sincerity. “From the moment I accepted this mission and came to Shanghai, I knew our fates were intertwined.
This is an occupied territory. I am your radio operator. I cannot be in love. I must be vigilant towards everyone except you.
How many more years will this war last? Five years, ten years? If not you, then who else can I turn to? By the time the war ends, even if I was once a blooming flower, I will be facing withering.
At that time, what kind of man do you think I could find?
And what kind of man would be able to accept that I spent so many years with you?
If I said we didn’t sleep together, would anyone believe it?
From the moment I was born, my life was already destined. I can die for my country, or die in a foreign land, but even if I survive and return after the Victory in the War of Resistance, my later years will not be happy.
This is the fate of us female agents. The best possible outcome.”
Shen Shuyun pursed her lips and smiled, her smile carrying a hint of poignant beauty. “Do you know what an even worse outcome would be?
It’s not death, but the possibility that tomorrow we could be exposed and thrown into a Japanese prison.
At that time, it won’t be us choosing men; it will be the Japanese choosing us.
No love, no marriage, just enduring a lifetime of humiliation.
I am your radio operator. I can die for you, and I must die for you when you need me to.
If I can die for you, can’t I also choose to love you, to love just once?”
Gu Yansheng sighed, “It is indeed very difficult for women in occupied territories. I admire your courage and am grateful for your presence.”
Shen Shuyun stepped forward and leaned into Gu Yansheng’s embrace, softly saying, “I don’t want your gratitude; I want you to love me. If I don’t give my body to you, should I leave it for the Japanese?”
Gu Yansheng patted her back. “There’s plenty of time. You painted such a pitiable picture, and at this moment, my feelings towards you are respect, not carnal desire for intimacy.”
Shen Shuyun smiled and looked up at Gu Yansheng. “You lack desire?”
As she spoke, Shen Shuyun’s fingers unbuttoned Gu Yansheng’s suit, and her fingers slowly caressed his chest.
Her touch was ticklish, stirring the heart.
Shen Shuyun tiptoed again, looking into Gu Yansheng’s eyes, maintaining eye contact, and slowly leaned forward to kiss him.
A woman, with her own body, proactively approaching – what a display of courage.
Gu Yansheng felt Shen Shuyun drawing closer, felt her breath, and then…
Shen Shuyun quickly pulled away, a hint of triumph in her smile as she asked, “Your heart is racing, aren’t you moved?”
Gu Yansheng sneered, “Testing a virile man like this, if I didn’t react, I’d need to see a Western doctor.”
First feigning weakness to evoke a man’s sympathy, followed by suggestive actions to provoke desire, transforming pity into love – it’s all technique.
Shen Shuyun satisfiedly tidied her hair. “I knew I had a certain allure. It’s just that I usually dress very plainly. It’s not boasting, but even when I dress plainly, that Personnel Section Chief’s nephew still can’t forget me; he’s begged me to go out to eat several times.”
“Alright, you’re the most beautiful. I’ve heard a saying that the more beautiful a woman is, the more she can deceive. Your deception skills are top-notch,” Gu Yansheng said with a smile, affirming her self-praise. “Satisfied? If you’re satisfied, let’s go downstairs for a walk.”
A woman’s mouth is a den of lies; not a word of truth.
Gu Yansheng took a step forward, and Shen Shuyun lunged forward to kiss him, her possessive action and soft lips enveloping him.
Gu Yansheng was stunned by the kiss; how could this woman’s thoughts be so changeable, resorting to a surprise attack.
He could dodge, but he shouldn’t. With his reflexes, he could have easily avoided it, but in front of Shen Shuyun, an agent, he shouldn’t have dodged.
So, he kissed her.
Gu Yansheng wrapped his arms around Shen Shuyun and returned the kiss with a passionate French kiss.
As they kissed, they ended up in bed.
Afterwards.
Gu Yansheng and Shen Shuyun were leaning against the headboard of the bed.
Shen Shuyun’s cheeks were now a little flushed, and she said sheepishly, “I originally intended to trick you, but as I was speaking, I got too into character and became a bit emotional. I’m sorry.”
Gu Yansheng frowned slightly. “Saying you’re sorry at this moment makes me feel like I’m the one being taken advantage of.”
Who exactly is in the “sage mode” now?
Shen Shuyun listened, shaking with laughter. “No, you were still the one who had the upper hand. I think during my time in Shanghai, I’ve had no one to confide in, so when I described my plight, my emotions fluctuated, leading to a loss of composure.”
“A loss of composure like that… perhaps you could have a little more of it. I’m still young, and I have plenty of energy.”
Shen Shuyun couldn’t stop laughing. Well, she couldn’t win an argument with Gu Yansheng.
She then said, “Actually, even setting aside personal feelings, for us to deceive so many people for so long, I think we must do this. If the room is too tidy, even the maids who clean it might not be fooled.
If one day a maid talks too much and mentions to those at Station 76 that we’ve never been intimate, it could cause trouble for us. This is for our own safety.”
“No need to explain.”
Afterwards.
They continued to chat.
“I won’t be living here permanently. My movements can’t be fixed. It’s indeed not as safe as the Hongkou barracks. I need to guard against ambushes from the Military Statistics Bureau Shanghai District.
You can live here anytime in the future, but I don’t think you should stay here every day. Stay for a few days a week, primarily when we’re having our rendezvous. The rest of the time, arrange it according to your needs. If you want to appear vain and materialistic, stay longer.
If you want to appear as a gentle, demure woman and not cause me trouble, then be more low-key.
It’s not that I don’t want you to stay, but if you always stay here and it becomes a habit, then one day when you have to be away, the bodyguards downstairs will notice it particularly, and I don’t think that’s ideal.”
Shen Shuyun nodded with an “mm” and squeezed Gu Yansheng’s hand. “Being a traitor is truly not easy, especially for someone in your position. You even have to guard against your own people.”
“I’ve long been accustomed to it,” Gu Yansheng said with an optimistic smile. “I’ve been attacked several times already. Although mostly I was caught in the crossfire, I’ve gained some experience. With my current level of protection, the Shanghai District would have to deploy a large force to fight me to the death; otherwise, they stand no chance of success.
Look at the area I’ve chosen: a residential area in Hongkou, next to barracks, and a tea house serving as an office, next to the police station. Even this place isn’t far from Station 76. The Military Statistics Bureau is hesitant to act, making it difficult for them to infiltrate here.
Moreover, there are people above me. The profit from killing me isn’t high. They would be more likely to target the newly arrived people from the Wang Faction, right?”
While he said that, it was still not entirely safe. Shen Shuyun frowned slightly and pondered, her eyes lighting up. “I have a way to ensure the Military Statistics Bureau Shanghai District won’t kill you.”
“What way?” Gu Yansheng asked curiously.
Shen Shuyun smiled faintly. “Send a report to Director Dai, instructing the Shanghai District that people from the Wang Faction buying houses in Shanghai might need to use the guise of household staff. Have the Shanghai District try to approach you and other leaders of the Wang Faction to obtain intelligence over a long period. This way, as long as this person is by your side, you will be safe.”
