svetikya Chapter 196 Precision Deployment
Chapter 196 Precision Deployment
He paused, then continued, "According to Feng Yaodong, Hongdou is extremely arrogant and has always been proud and haughty. He even boasted that he would specialize in killing defectors and Japanese that others couldn't kill. Mr. Kuroki, think about it, how could someone so arrogant not come when he learned that Feng Yaodong was imprisoned in the Special Higher Police? We had already spread the word, and I believe that the mole in the Special Higher Police had already passed the message to Hongdou."
"He has been holding back recently, taking no action. I suspect he's trying to lull us into a false sense of security so he can strike when the opportunity arises. Therefore, I believe the Imperial soldiers need to be more patient and wait for him to walk right into our trap."
"Yoshi!" Kuroki Tsuna's doubts lessened upon hearing this, and he nodded. "The Imperial soldiers are the most patient. Come on, Takasugi-san, let's have another drink!"
Having said that, he picked up his teacup and burst into laughter, "Haha!~"
The two clinked their teacups again. After setting them down, Kuroki Tsuna's expression turned serious, his tone tinged with confusion and bewilderment: "Takashi, tell me, this Anko has infiltrated our Special Higher Police multiple times, rescuing people and stealing intelligence, always coming and going with ease. Is he really that amazing? I have a feeling that this is all the work of an inside mole?"
"Does such a miraculous technique truly exist in this world, allowing one to infiltrate undetected, evade all guards' sight, rescue the living, and steal intelligence?"
Kuroki's tone was full of skepticism. "You know that our Special Higher Police's defenses are always ample and heavily guarded, to the point that not even a fly could get in. Yet, even so, prisoners were still rescued, intelligence safes were pried open, and important intelligence was lost. This just doesn't make sense!"
Gao Bin immediately chimed in, "Kuroki-kun is wise! I also believe that there must be someone inside working on this! There is no other reasonable explanation! Only through collusion and cooperation could Hongdou have avoided the guards and moved freely within the Special Higher Police to accomplish those seemingly impossible tasks."
"You mean..." Kuroki Tsuna's eyes sharpened instantly, his tone filled with rage, "There are traitors among the Empire's people? There are moles colluding with Anko?"
"Very likely!" Gao Bin said with certainty, lowering his voice, "Kuroki-kun, have you forgotten? We just arrested a Japanese Communist Party member last month! As far as I know, there are not only Japanese Communist Party members in the Imperial Japanese Army headquarters, but also many members of anti-war organizations. In addition, there are some people who are not of one mind with the Imperial military, including some high-ranking officials. These people could all become traitors helping Hongdou."
"Baka!" Kuroki Tsuna slammed his hand on the table, his face ashen, burning with rage, his tone filled with hostility.
Gao Bin was so frightened that he immediately lowered his head and bowed repeatedly in apology: "Oh dear! I misspoke, please forgive me, Mr. Kuroki!"
"Hmm, Takashi, I wasn't talking about you. You don't need to apologize." Kuroki Tsuna took a deep breath, suppressing his anger, waved his hand, and picked up his teacup again. "Come, come, have some tea. Let's not talk about these troublesome things."
"Hey!" Gao Bin finally breathed a sigh of relief, quickly picked up his teacup, and took a sip with Kuroki Tsuna.
After a moment of silence, Kuroki Tsuna looked at Gao Bin, his tone softening considerably, even showing a hint of appreciation: "To be honest, Gao-san, you are indeed a top-notch expert on the Chinese intelligence front, shrewd, capable, and meticulous. After we successfully captured Hongdou this time, I plan to report to General Miura Saburo to establish a new department for you, with you serving as its chief officer."
He paused, then explained his plan: "This new department will be specifically responsible for winning over and bribing the mountain forces, communist elements, and bandit groups in China. Your task is to get the Empire to incorporate these remnants as quickly as possible, strengthen our power, and strive to achieve the great goal of the Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere as soon as possible."
Upon hearing this, Gao Bin was overjoyed. He immediately rose and bowed again, his voice trembling with excitement: "Ha! Hey! Thank you so much for your guidance, Mr. Kuroki! Thank you so much for your guidance, General Miura Saburo! I am deeply grateful and will dedicate myself to serving you to the utmost, even unto death, to quickly gather more influence and manpower for the Empire, strengthen the power of our Great Japanese Empire, and realize the era of the Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere as soon as possible!"
"At that time, Kuroki-kun's glory will be my glory; Kuroki-kun's wealth will be my wealth, and everyone will live a happy and peaceful life. The empire will be unified, without hatred or war. All of Asia will be reduced to one nation, and we will all live in peace and prosperity under His Majesty the Emperor's rule. Just thinking about that scene is incredibly wonderful!"
Gao Bin spoke with great enthusiasm, his face full of anticipation, his obsequiousness evident in his words.
"Yoshi! Yoshi!" Kuroki Tsuna beamed, nodding repeatedly, his tone full of admiration. "You're incredibly loyal! Takashi-san, I really like you! Keep up the good work, you'll definitely have a bright future!"
"Yes, sir! I will certainly not fail in my mission!" Gao Bin replied hastily, bowing even lower.
Kuroki Tsuna nodded, then suddenly remembered the previous topic and asked, "By the way, you said earlier that there are moles in our Special Higher Police? Do you have any plans to deal with that?"
"Don't worry, Mr. Kuroki, I've already made arrangements!" Gao Bin said with a smug smile, his tone confident. "Otherwise, how could Hongdou be able to commit crimes in and out of the Special Higher Police so easily? Without inside help and cover, even with that so-called human skin mask, it wouldn't work at all."
"Those human skin masks are exquisitely made, and each one is very valuable. He couldn't possibly use them frequently. Moreover, we have thoroughly checked all the familiar faces who frequently visit our Special Higher Police. We have verified their fingerprints, body markings, secret codes, and special gestures. Every item has been verified and found to be correct. They are all our own people, and there are no problems."
Gao Bin continued, "In addition, we've increased the guards fivefold this time, and we've also set up numerous hidden traps within the Special Higher Police headquarters. We've even equipped ourselves with grenades and explosives. Even if he were a god descended to earth, he would surely fall before Feng Yaodong this time, with no chance of escape!"
At this point, he lowered his voice, a sinister smile appearing on his face: "Also, the real Feng Yaodong has been moved to a secret location. The 'Feng Yaodong' currently imprisoned in Special Higher Police Unit 76 is actually an agent of our Empire, and a master of ninjutsu. If Hongdou dares to come, she'll definitely fall into our trap! Hehe!"
"Wow!" Kuroki Tsuna's eyes lit up upon hearing this, and a satisfied smile spread across his face. "Your plan is incredibly detailed and comprehensive! With a plan like this, we're sure to successfully capture Anko!"