Chapter 740 Attitude Issues
Chapter 740 Attitude Issues
"Even if Zhukov is not in charge of the Far East, I think this is not the time to take action."
Commander Sakagaki took a sip of sake and said, "Ishihara-kun should be very clear about the situation in the Far East."
"We currently have only seven divisions deployed in the Far East, totaling 180,000 troops."
"The Soviet First Army has now grown to 130,000 troops, with two mechanized infantry divisions and two tank divisions. This is what we have to face."
"They also have more than a thousand aircraft deployed in the Far East."
"If we act rashly, we won't have the advantage."
Commander Ishihara nodded and said, "I have considered all of this, and I don't think we should act right away."
"I am now waiting for the information team lurking in Moscow to send back the final intelligence."
Commander Sakagaki was stunned for a moment: "What final information?"
Ishihara laughed and said, "Sakagaki-kun, you may not know this yet."
"After the Barbarossa Plan was handed over to my father, he did not believe it."
"Moreover, when Soviet diplomats confronted German diplomats, the other side actually said that so many troops were to be deployed in the English Channel in preparation for the attack on London."
Commander Sakagami was somewhat surprised and asked, "The Soviets won't believe this kind of reason so easily, right?"
Commander Ishihara hesitated for a moment and said, "Based on the current intelligence, it is difficult to understand."
"It seems that some people believe that Germany is telling the truth, but some people have long seen through the Germans' sinister intentions."
"That's why I said that we need to wait until the final information is available before making a decision."
"If German tanks can successfully enter Moscow, then the empire's cavalry can also set foot in the Far East."
"Without the support of the state, the consumption in the Far East is not something they can afford."
Shanghai, Yunding Teahouse.
Pan Hannian hurried into the teahouse, and the waiter downstairs hurried forward to ask if there was anything he could help with.
Pan Hannian didn't have time to respond to the waiter's questions. He just said that there was someone waiting on the third floor.
The guy didn't dare say anything, but just politely pointed him in the direction.
"Comrade Yunqing." After entering the box on the third floor, Pan Hannian pulled off the scarf around his neck, unbuttoned his coat, and hung it aside.
Although Shanghai is in the south, the temperature in January is still very low. Moreover, the bone-chilling cold cannot be blocked by wearing more clothes.
Hu Yunqing kicked the charcoal in the brazier with a fire stick to make the fire bigger, and said in a gentle voice: "Comrade Hannian, let's warm up the fire first."
After that, he poured a cup of boiling water and handed it to Pan Hannian, saying, "Come, have a cup of hot tea. It's a bit cold outside today."
Pan Hannian took the teacup, turned it around in his palm, and felt a warm feeling coming from his palm. His face gradually became rosy.
"Comrade Yunqing, this is a check for 100,000 dollars. Fortunately, I have accomplished my mission."
Hu Yunqing took the check, put it away solemnly, and said slowly: "Comrade Hannian, I have already met with Bai Ge."
"What Bai Ge meant was that we should take the outer route. His suggestion could help us buy some time."
"Let the organization send someone to Jinling to negotiate with the people over there and see if it is possible to release those people."
Pan Hannian took a sip of hot tea and looked a little hesitant: "Comrade Yunqing, what do you think the chances of this happening are?"
Hu Yunqing stretched out his hand above the brazier, carefully turned his palm over, and said slowly: "I can't say either."
"However, Bai Ge's opinion is that if we can convince Minister Chen to help, we may still have a chance."
"Minister Chen? Isn't he in charge of transportation?" Pan Hannian asked in surprise, "When did a minister in charge of transportation have the power to influence intelligence work?"
Hu Yunqing smiled and said, "Comrade Hannian, in addition to transportation, this Minister Chen is now in charge of No. 76."
"We have dealt with this person several times. I think we can win him over. However, it requires money."
"Comrade Yunqing wants one of our own to contact him?" Pan Hannian frowned and said, "The only one who has contact with Minister Chen is Qilin."
"But now that Qilin is no longer on the covert front, I feel it would be inappropriate for you to hand over the job to her."
"There's no need for Qilin to come forward." Hu Yunqing said, "Bai Ge's intention is to make a deal with No. 76 through the people in Jinling."
"As long as we can rescue our comrades, paying a small price is acceptable."
"Besides, Qilin's current identity is not suitable for intelligence work. Let's wait until she gets used to her identity."
Pan Hannian nodded, stood up and said, "Okay then, you guys arrange these things yourselves, I'll go back first."
"Comrade Hannian, be careful on your journey..."
Shanghai Stock Exchange, Consulate, high-level offices.
"Please sit down." Li Xianshu raised her hand and asked Chen Yang to sit down, and the smile on her face seemed to emerge uncontrollably.
"Chen Yang, you did a great job this time."
"When you were able to obtain the specific signing date of the Soviet-German Non-Aggression Pact from Feldman, you had already made a contribution to the Empire."
"This time, I got the detailed plan of Operation Barbarossa from Cohen."
"I believe that from now on, these people will no longer use any excuses to determine whether you are loyal to the empire."
"By the way, are you really not interested in taking over the Chinese intelligence work?"
Chen Yang shook his head and said, "Aunt, you should know me well. Intelligence work is something that should be done well. The slightest problem will arouse other people's suspicion."
"Besides, I can see it clearly. These people want to find someone to take the blame when something goes wrong. If I get involved, I will be the one to take the blame..."
"Forget it, I'm not interested at all. I'd better help the Empire with transportation matters."
"The responsibility of intelligence matters is too great for me."
Chen Yang's answer was the same as before. Li Xianshu sighed, but there was nothing she could do.
For a Chinese person to reach a high position, he needs to pay more than others.
If Chen Yang didn't have a talent for transportation, it would not have been so easy for him to become the Minister of the Joint Transport Department.
But in Li Xianshu's opinion, even Chen Yang himself might not have noticed it.
His talent for intelligence is no less than his talent for transportation.
He hardly interfered in any of the affairs of No. 76, but the people of No. 76 were loyal to him.
If he was willing to spend more time on the business of No. 76, the work of No. 76 would be much more outstanding than it is now.
In the final analysis, it was the attitude of those people towards him when he first entered the Imperial Agency that left him with a psychological trauma.
I am afraid that if I do something wrong, it will arouse other people's suspicion.
There is a saying that goes, once bitten by a snake, you will be afraid of ropes for ten years...
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