allendalepharm Chapter 74 A Feast to Treat Wan Liwen
Chapter 74 A Feast to Treat Wan Liwen
Yan Shuo sat down, tapped the table, and said in a deep voice, "Matsushima Keiko is suspicious; she is a Japanese spy."
Wan Liwen paused in her grip on the pen, but showed no surprise on her face, clearly having already suspected something: "I felt something was off about her before, always trying to pry into finances and artists' affairs, and it turns out she really is an undercover agent."
"I understand." Wan Liwen nodded. "I will adjust the arrangements to prevent her from accessing any core information. The artist department's financial details and performance plans will be stored separately in encrypted form."
"Hmm. No need. We can show her the artists' performances and finances, but only what we're willing to show her."
Yan Shuo immediately picked up the internal phone and dialed a number. "Arrange for two people to keep a close watch on Matsushima Keiko around the clock. Remember, don't alert her. Observe who she contacts and where she goes."
After hanging up the phone, Yan Shuo added to Wan Liwen, "Keep an eye on things too. If she asks you anything, just give her something trivial. Don't argue with her."
Wan Liwen agreed, "Okay."
Over the next two days, the people keeping an eye on her reported every half day that Matsushima Keiko had not done anything unusual except for her normal work.
On the evening of the third day, the person keeping watch sent an urgent report: After finishing get off work, Matsushima Keiko did not return to her residence, but went straight to a quiet alley near the Japanese army's Shanghai reporting department. In the alley, Matsushima Keiko met a man wearing a Japanese sergeant's uniform. The man was of medium build and had a dull face. After taking an envelope from Matsushima Keiko, he hurriedly returned to the reporting department.
"It's Hiroshi Aragaki." Yan Shuo recognized the man immediately after reading the description in the message. He said to Wan Liwen, "Kenichi Kagaya's personal secretary, a sergeant, who is responsible for organizing the news department's documents and arranging the department head's schedule."
Kenichi Kagaya, a colonel and head of the Japanese Army's Shanghai reporting department, graduated from the Army War College. He was a fanatical militarist who was adept at using the media to create panic. He had participated in planning many cultural cleansing incidents and his hands were stained with the blood of patriotic intellectuals.
He paused, then added details about Hiroshi Aragaki: "Hiroshi Aragaki is a dull person. He is loyal to Kenichi Kagaya, but he lacks his own opinions. He is a target that can be won over. Either you can bribe him with money, or you can find something to use against him to blackmail him. You can get information about the high-level meetings of the news department from him, which is quite valuable."
Yan Shuo could freely infiltrate various enemy intelligence departments, set up listening and surveillance equipment, and change it regularly. However, much of the intelligence was fluid, and it was difficult to obtain the entire chain of intelligence by monitoring a specific person. Killing was the means, and obtaining intelligence was the ultimate goal. Therefore, many of the big bad guys that Yan Shuo had targeted were left untouched.
These guys are like bricks in a building. Killing people is like moving bricks. But just moving bricks isn't very useful. What's most useful is getting intelligence, like a giant bomb that can bring down a building in one fell swoop.
Wan Liwen raised an eyebrow: "So, Matsushima Keiko handed over the information she gathered to Aragaki Hiroshi?"
"Most likely." Yan Shuo tapped his fingertips on the table, a calculating glint in his eyes. "It seems the people in the news department have given us two 'breakthroughs.' Let's keep a close eye on Matsushima Keiko and investigate Aragaki Hiroshi's background to see if he has any weaknesses, such as family or debts. We can use this opportunity to plant our informants in the core circle of the news department."
Wan Liwen nodded in agreement, "I'll arrange for someone to investigate Hiroshi Aragaki's background right away, and try to find a breakthrough as soon as possible."
Yan Shuo leaned back in his chair, a cold smile playing on his lips.
Keiko Matsushima and Hiroshi Aragaki, these two pawns, were delivered right to his doorstep, which would be perfect for him to pry open the Japanese military's news department. From then on, whether it was circumventing censorship or obtaining intelligence, things would be much smoother.
"Sister Wan, the company's revenue has been good lately. We're getting paid today, and everyone's going out to eat. Let's go out to eat too, it's on me!" Yan Shuo looked at Wan Liwen, who had been busy all day, and decided to treat her.
"Well, you wicked capitalist, you should have treated me to a few big meals a long time ago. How much money have I made for you? Now you think of treating me? Wait, I want the most expensive French meal." Wan Liwen chuckled, tidied up her desk, and got up to go to the inner room to change her clothes.
A dozen minutes later, Wan Liwen changed into a beautiful white dress, wore a hat, and walked out gracefully.
"Sister Wan is absolutely stunning, I wonder which rascal will end up with her!" Yan Shuo jokingly exclaimed.
"Stop joking! Let's go! I'm not ordering the cheap dishes no matter what you say!"
"Let's go! Money's no object!" Yan Shuo waved his hand generously. The two walked to the car, and Yan Shuo opened the car door for her. After Wan Liwen got in, he closed the car door for her and then drove to a high-end French restaurant.
Tuileries Restaurant is a very high-end restaurant in the French Concession.
The Tuileries Restaurant is located in a bustling area of the French Concession. Its exterior is a typical French architectural style, with creamy white walls and a dark gray roof. The lines are simple and smooth, exuding an elegant and dignified atmosphere.
The main entrance consists of two heavy solid wood doors, with exquisite scroll and floral patterns carved on the surface. The golden doorknobs shimmer in the sunlight, highlighting the restaurant's extraordinary style.
Upon entering the restaurant, the first thing that catches the eye is the spacious and magnificent hall.
Several huge crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling, their dazzling lights shining down like twinkling stars, illuminating the entire space in a bright and warm way.
The floor is covered with smooth marble tiles, the black and white color scheme is full of retro charm, and you can hear the crisp sound of footsteps echoing in the hall with every step.
The walls around the hall are adorned with exquisite oil paintings, depicting French pastoral landscapes, historical scenes, and portraits, as if telling diners romantic stories of France.
Some retro-style carved chairs and coffee tables are placed along the wall, allowing guests to rest while waiting. On the coffee tables are exquisite vases filled with fresh and vibrant flowers, emitting a fragrant aroma.
In the center of the restaurant is a dining area with neatly arranged tables.
Each table was covered with a snow-white tablecloth, upon which were placed exquisite silver cutlery that shimmered with a captivating luster under the light.
The tableware was set out meticulously, with each piece carefully selected from knives and forks to spoons, showcasing the rigor of French dining etiquette.
A small bouquet of fresh roses was placed on the table, adding a touch of romance to the dining environment.
In a corner of the restaurant, there was a small stage with a black grand piano on it.
Occasionally, a pianist in a tuxedo will perform here, and the melodious classical music will flow through the restaurant, creating an elegant and comfortable dining environment for diners.
A wide spiral staircase leads to the second floor, with handrails made of dark solid wood and also carved with exquisite patterns.
Going up the stairs, the second floor has some private rooms. The doors of the rooms are made of thick soundproof material to ensure that guests can have a quiet and comfortable space while enjoying their food.
Each private room is uniquely decorated; some are based on the style of Louis XIV, which is magnificent and grand, while others are full of the pastoral charm of Provence, which is warm and romantic.