The secret war is silent

Boss, there's a call from Veterinary Station No. 84, saying that the Japanese have recently changed the code, and with the recent fine weather, the Japanese army is likely to launch a large-scale air raid on the mountain city.

Is there definite information or speculation? Dai Yunong pondered slightly and asked.

Mao Qiwu thought for a while and said: It should be speculated that the previously deciphered code has lost its effect, and now it needs to be deciphered again. In addition to time, a large number of samples are also needed for statistics.

How long will it take to decipher it?

It's hard to say. The speed of deciphering the code last time was because we already had enough secret communication messages in hand, and the encryption method used by the Japanese air force's communication code was relatively simple. This time, the Japanese army suddenly changed the code. Maybe it was It was a routine replacement, but we were forced to replace it after discovering that we had deciphered their secret code. Further analysis is needed, Mao Qiwu explained.

Well, let's see what happens next. We need to put more effort into air defense. Please inform us that all departments of the military command will conduct a major air defense drill the day after tomorrow. These days, we can always predict Japanese bombings in advance. Everyone is used to it. This is not a big deal. It’s a good thing.”

Yes, You Ning also suggested the same. He said that if they are unable to decipher the Japanese military's secret messages in the near future, they need to strengthen early warning facilities. It is best to set up a large number of air defense posts. Once enemy planes are discovered, they will report them as soon as possible, and we can fight for them. some time.

Well, he has quite some ideas. Dai Yunong nodded, Why haven't I seen him come to the bureau headquarters recently? It seems that he hasn't been here since the last April 1st meeting?

I've been here before, but I didn't come to your place.

He didn't even think of coming to see me? Dai Yunong asked dissatisfied.

Aren't you busy? Besides, you weren't here when he came. What do you think? Mao Qiwu chuckled. This is nothing to dissatisfy.

I know this kid doesn't like asking for help. He solves things himself. He only asks for help if he can't solve it.

You're really right. He came here twice, both to ask for help. Mao Qiwu chuckled.

I beg you?

I begged you once, but you didn't come to beg me the other time.

Tell me, what did he ask you to do? Dai Yunong asked with a curious expression.

This... Mao Qiwu hesitated and did not speak. He had promised Luo Yao not to tell anyone about Su Li.

Is it his teacher Yu Jie?

No, his teacher Yu Jie's assistants in Hanoi, they are classmates in the temporary training class. Mao Qiwu did not dare to hide anything from Dai Yunong. Originally, as long as Dai Yunong didn't ask, he didn't have to say anything. Now that he asked, he I have to say it no more.

Isn't he responsible for Hanoi's actions?

He has no responsibility. He is just responsible for helping with some sundries and guarding the perimeter. After he came back, he inquired about the situation and was released after three days of confinement. Mao Qiwu said, Because there is no place to arrange it, You Ning thinks When he got there, he came to me to ask for someone, and I said he could borrow it for a few days, but if his final arrangement was finalized, he would have to exchange it for me.

You are too cautious. If he needs someone, just give it to him. Isn't this Su Li also an outstanding graduate of the temporary training class? Dai Yunong asked.

One of the Five Tigers of Temporary Training.

Well, let's go through the formalities and transfer Su Li directly to the veterinary station. Dai Yunong ordered, By the way, there is another time. What is he doing here?

It's also to transfer people, but the one I came to see was Li Xiukai, the chief of the Human Resources Department.

Oh, why didn't I come to you directly?

I guess I'm afraid of trouble. It's not a particularly troublesome thing. Mao Qiwu explained with a smile.

The battle situation on the frontline has been very bad recently, and the principal can't sleep at night. Now Wang Zhaoming has arrived in Jinghai again and has completely fallen into the arms of the Japanese. Our pressure is getting bigger and bigger. Ding Mocun and Lin Shiqun are two people on the other side of Jinghai. The traitors of the Chinese Communist Party are becoming more and more powerful in the concession. The Communist Party is developing too fast in the northwest and southeast of Shanxi and has won many battles in succession. It is really worrying. Dai Yunong said worriedly.

Yes, if the party-state continues like this, I really don't know what the future prospects will be? Mao Qiwu also showed a trace of worry.

We, the soldiers, should take it as our duty to be loyal to the leader and serve the country. Dai Yunong changed the subject, Qi Wu, the activities of the Communist Party in mountain cities are becoming more and more rampant. You should pay more attention to them. What should be restricted should still be restricted. Yes, this is the territory of the party-state, not a place for them to run wild.

Yes, Boss Dai.

…

Ciqikou·Xiahekou Street, Shapingba.

Ciqikou, also known as Longyin Town, got its name later because of the transshipment and sale of porcelain produced in nearby Qingcaopo. It is the largest porcelain production base in the mountain city area.

Because of this, porcelain prospered, forming a lively village and town, and also attracted merchants who trafficked porcelain from north to south.

However, the Shaping kiln is not as good as the official kilns and famous kilns like Jingdezhen. The porcelains fired are mostly ordinary varieties and mostly for ordinary household use. However, the sales volume is huge, and it is sold all over central Sichuan, even in Hanzhong, Qinghai and Tibet. Every year, The profits are still considerable.

The Jiang family in Qingcaopo is one of the leading porcelain-making families in the area. The family has been here for hundreds of years and has inherited the Dehua kiln in Fujian, which mainly specializes in blue and white porcelain craftsmanship. It has been the eighth generation since it settled here.

In addition, there are porcelain-making families such as the Lu family, the Hong family and the Luo family.

Ciqikou is in the countryside, far away from the urban area. It is easy to hide and not easy to attract attention. When Lao Wu was first chosen to settle down.

The first thing Luo Yao values ​​​​is here.

Because it was not far from the Songlinpo Mansion where he lived, and the later Zhazidong and Geleshanbai Mansion were also very close. Moreover, the military commander also established a rural office at the Ciqikou Silk Reeling Factory. In order to avoid bombing in the future, the military commander headquarters would I will also move to Ciqikou to work.

This can be regarded as coming to occupy a place in advance. After all, it is not very important here now. Even the military commander only came to occupy a place first.

It has been half a month since Lao Wu arrived in the mountain city. As agreed with Luo Yao, he took over a store on Xiahe Street and opened a grocery store.

He did not dare to contact Luo Yao rashly, and quietly waited for Luo Yao to come to him.

This is what they agreed upon.

Of course Luo Yao has not forgotten his agreement with Lao Wu, but he is not sure about the date when Lao Wu will arrive in the mountain city. Also, even if people arrive, he still has to look for shops, purchase goods, and settle down. All of this will take time.

He couldn't just run to Ciqikou every two days. Anyone with a discerning eye could see that he had a purpose.

The advantage of moving to Ci'en Temple is that he can get rid of Gong Hui's monitoring at any time, and his freedom is much greater.

If you go out once or twice occasionally, you don't need to let her know.

Of course, Gong Hui will not restrict his freedom, but he has secrets that he cannot let Gong Hui know. After all, he also knows Dai Yunong's purpose of keeping Gong Hui with her.

Military commanders have a tradition of monitoring each other.

Even their own people don't believe that the internal atmosphere of such a spy organization is actually very depressing. This method of controlling subordinates will sooner or later cause problems if it is not under the pressure of a powerful external enemy.

I ran out of cigarettes, so I went out to buy cigarettes.

Luo Yao casually made an excuse to go to Ciqikou. An excuse that was too deliberate would arouse others' suspicion.

Webmaster, should I send someone to buy it for you? Qi Zhibin said.

No, you can rest assured that I bought it myself, and I also want to go out and take a breath, what do you think? Luo Yao chuckled.

How about I accompany you?

What are you doing with me? You have nothing to do. Luo Yao said, Are you worried about my safety? Who knows my face?

You should at least bring one person with you. If something happens, can there be someone who can help report the news?

I'm just walking around the nearby streets and not going to the city. What can happen to me? How can I breathe with a follower behind me? Luo Yao said, Don't worry, if something happens, you just have to send more people. It’s no use to anyone else, I’ll be back in two hours at most, and you’re not allowed to tell the deputy station manager. If she finds out, she’ll nag her endlessly, just like a woman who has reached menopause.”

Yes, I know. As long as you come back on time, I won't tell you. Qi Zhibin said.

If Deputy Station Master Gong asks, how will you answer?

I just said you went out for a walk and will be back soon. Qi Zhibin said.

Yes, that's the answer from now on.

…

Ciqikou is an important commercial port second only to Shancheng Land and Water Terminal. It is an important distribution center for goods from the north and south, not only porcelain and pottery, but also ironware, rice shops, and lumber shops. April to August every year is the busiest time. , businessmen traveling from north to south gather here.

It also brought great prosperity here.

After the country moved westward, it brought a large population and demand, which naturally gave rise to the demand for various living supplies. Porcelain and pottery are necessities of life. Just think about the following, who does not need bowls to hold dishes for meals, and various Practical utensils are also porcelain and pottery.

The business is very good, and many ships carrying ceramics can be seen on the pier. They are transported by water to various places for sale and earn more profits.

There are many ceramic shops on the street. Basically, you can see one every few meters. People coming in and out seem to be doing well.

Luo Yao got a bicycle by himself and rode here. This place is far away from the urban area and the rickshaw drivers are unwilling to come. It is convenient to ride a bicycle.

After getting off the bus, push forward and walk along the street. There are still quite a lot of people on the street, at least not inferior to some of the bustling streets in the city.

This is a rural area. Japanese planes basically don't come here to bomb, because it is not of much value. An aerial bomb is quite valuable, let alone a special incendiary gasoline bomb.

The name of Lao Wu's old grocery store was Old Friend.

Setting up a street-facing shop on Xiahe Street in Ciqikou is not an easy task. In addition to spending money, you also need to have certain connections.

It is difficult for a foreigner who has just arrived.

But there is an entire organization behind Lao Wu. Even if he doesn't need to use the organization's connections, Luo Yao believes that Lao Wu can do it. He still has confidence in his partner.

Sure enough, one-third of the way down Hejie Street, he saw a familiar sign.

“Friends Grocery Store”

Asking for a monthly ticket!