My Spy Years

  Chapter 744 Cigarette case

   "It turned out to be like this..." Cheng Qianfan's face showed sadness, with one point of anger, two points of shock, three parts of shame, and four parts of bitterness.

   "Shoji Hachime has already confessed. Because he suspected that Professor Taniguchi had an affair with his female assistant, Haruko, he felt resentment in his heart. He once intended to poison Professor Taniguchi." Araki Harima said after taking a sip of sake.

"Because there was no chance of poisoning, Hachime Shoji went out secretly and hired an assassin through a poison vendor in China for 300 yen to assassinate Professor Taniguchi." As he said, Araki Harima will Hachime Shoji's statement was handed over to Miyazaki Kentaro.

   "The Chinese peddler who sold poison has also been arrested. He confessed to helping Shoji Hachime buy the assassin, and he identified Shoji Hachime face to face." Araki Harima said.

  Cheng Qianfan held the confession in both hands, looked down, there was a large brown area on the confession paper, which was the trace of dried blood.

  His hands trembled, and he roared in grief and indignation, "It's like a beast!"

He naturally knew that Yamu Shoji was tortured into a trick, and he didn't care about the Japanese's life or death. He was indignant at the peddler. Obviously, this innocent compatriot was brutally arrested by the Japanese and tortured into a trick. The final outcome is naturally predictable.

   Seeing Miyazaki Kentaro's grief and indignation, Araki Harima patted his friend on the shoulder, and said comfortingly, "My condolences to Miyazaki-kun, being able to find out the case can be regarded as comforting the spirit of Professor Taniguchi."

  Speaking, Araki Harima added another sentence, "After investigation, the relationship between Professor Taniguchi and Haruko may be innocent, and Masahiro Hachime has a weird personality, so this tragedy happened."

This is the hint of Sanben Jiro after careful consideration. He talked about this ambiguous affair in a spring and autumn style and in a vague tone, which can be regarded as saving some face for Hiroyuki Taniguchi. A plausible explanation.

   "Araki-kun, I request that I execute Hachime Shoji." Cheng Qianfan said through gritted teeth.

"Unfortunately, Miyazaki-kun, I can't help you." Araki Harima said, seeing Miyazaki Kentaro's angry and puzzled eyes, he explained, "After Yamu Shoji made a confession, Xu Shiming found out that he hit the wall and committed suicide. "

   "It's cheap for him." Cheng Qianfan's expression was extremely sinister, and he snorted coldly.

   "And Ms. Haruko, after learning the truth about Professor Taniguchi's assassination, she couldn't accept it and hanged herself." Araki Harima said slowly.

  Cheng Qianfan stared at Araki Harima's eyes for a long time, then nodded silently.

  Afterwards, he got up and bowed deeply to Araki Harima, "Araki-kun, if you can find out this case, the teacher can die in peace. I thank Araki-kun on behalf of the teacher."

  Araki Harima bowed back, "This matter is really... hard to describe!"

   As he spoke, he patted Miyazaki Kentaro on the shoulder again.

Kentaro Miyazaki is currently the closest person to Hiroyuki Taniguchi in Shanghai. The conclusion of this matter needs to be nodded by Mr. Miyazaki. He knows that with Miyazaki's intelligence, he must be able to detect the unusualness. However, Miyazaki is very smart and knows that this result is good for everyone and can be accepted.

Strictly speaking, Hiroshi Taniguchi's death was in Shanghai. As Taniguchi's student, Kentaro Miyazaki was also responsible. However, the facts of the case are now clear, and it was caused by emotional entanglement, which is an uncontrollable external factor. In this way, Kentaro Miyazaki Then there is no responsibility, and it is enough to explain to Hiroyuki Taniguchi's relatives and friends.

  This is a matter of great joy.

  …

  The next day.

   Licha Hotel.

  Mr. Cheng in a suit and leather shoes was walking in the corridor with a gift box in his hand.

  The waiter Bai Xiaoxia leads the way.

   "Mr. Cheng, the honored guest is waiting for you inside."

   "Go." Cheng Qianfan took out a banknote from his body and handed it over, waving his hand.

   "Scare Nong, scare Nong." Bai Xiaoxia happily took it, winking secretly.

  Cheng Qianfan nodded indistinctly, and Bai Xiaoxia stepped back.

   "Miyazaki-kun, let me introduce you. This is my sister Ayako." Atsuto Kawata accepted the gift box from Kentaro Miyazaki and said with a smile.

   "Miss Ayako, I was really rude when I was in a hurry." Cheng Qianfan bowed.

  Ayako Kawada was dressed in a kimono, with clogs on her feet, flushed on her cheeks, and bowed in return, "It's Ayako who wants to thank Miyazaki-kun for saving my brother."

  Cheng Qianfan didn't even dare to say it.

   "Member's Excellency." Cheng Qianfan entered the room and saw Kawada Yuji sitting on the sofa, and directly bowed ninety degrees.

   "Not bad, not bad." Yuji Kawata nodded slightly, "Sure enough, Fengshen is handsome and talented."

  He waved his hand, signaling Miyazaki Kentaro to sit down.

  Cheng Qianfan first bowed again to salute, and then just sat on half of his buttocks, with his waist straight, showing a respectful appearance of listening to his elders.

  …

  Yuji Kawada nodded in satisfaction, "Professor Taniguchi and I are old acquaintances. You are his student and once saved Atsuto, so I will call you Kentaro."

"Your Excellency loves you." Cheng Qianfan said respectfully, "Please don't mention any more things about saving your life. Master Toruto is born noble, and he is naturally auspicious. Even if there is no Kentaro, Master Toruto can turn evil into good luck. It is Kentaro's luck Well, to have this opportunity to get to know Young Master Turen is indeed a great honor for my whole life."

  Yuji Kawada smiled slightly, looking at the handsome and extraordinary young man in front of him, listening to what he said, his heart was also very ironic, yes, he really is a very knowledgeable young man.

  Yuji Kawada asked about Miyazaki Kentaro’s recent situation, and also talked about the customs of Fukushima by the way.

  About a quarter of an hour later, Yuji Kawada yawned slightly, and Cheng Qianfan got up to say goodbye.

   "Kentaro, I understand your situation. You are young and promising. From you, I see the future of the empire. I hope you will make new contributions to the empire and His Majesty the emperor." Kawada Yuci said.

   "I would like to follow Your Excellency's instruction." Cheng Qianfan saluted respectfully, "Kintaro must be strict with himself, and be loyal to the empire and His Majesty!"

"Very good." Kawada Yuji nodded, glanced at his youngest son, and said with a smile, "Kintaro, Atsuto will stay in Shanghai to work in the future. You are of the same age and like-minded. Atsuto has a lively personality. Don't worry about it." .”

  Cheng Qianfan showed a look of surprise, he looked at Atsuto Kawada, who did not tell him that he would stay in Shanghai to work.

  Atsuto Kawada burst out laughing, "Miyazaki-kun, please take care of me in the future."

  Cheng Qianfan looked at Yuuji Kawada, and quickly said respectfully, "Kentaro is a vulgar person, it is indeed Kentaro's blessing to have Master Toruto condescendingly pointing him out."

As he said that, he looked at Kawada Atsuto again, "Master Atsuto is talented and capable, what Kentaro can do is to do his best to protect Master Atsuto, even if he sacrifices himself, it will never make Atsuto The young master was half frightened."

  Yuyu Kawada nodded in satisfaction. He is really a young man who knows everything and knows everything.

  …

   When leaving, Cheng Qianfan saw Ayako Kawata in the suite quietly observing the outside. With a calm expression, he bowed respectfully in the direction of the suite.

  Like a frightened deer, Kawada Ayako bowed in panic, and when she looked up again, that handsome figure had disappeared outside the door together with her brother.

   "Ayako, Toshiaki sent a telegram in the morning, asking when you will return to Japan." Kawata Yuji glanced at his daughter and said.

  Fujiwara Toshiaki is the third son of the Fujiwara family, and the Fujiwara family is also a veteran Japanese aristocrat. Fujiwara Toshiaki's father, Fujiwara Shinhachi, is also a member of the House of Nobility. The two families are even political allies, and they have already made a marriage contract for Kawada Ayako and Fujiwara Toshiaki.

   "Ayako understands." Kawada Ayako held the hem of her clothes, bowed to her father, and said in a low voice.

  …

   "Atsuto, you want to stay in Shanghai to work, why didn't you tell me in advance?" Cheng Qianfan looked at Atsuto Kawata, and said with some complaints, "It almost made me rude."

   "Master Atsuto is doing something, and I still need to ask you for instructions?" Kawata Atsuto said with a deliberately arrogant look, raising his chin.

  Cheng Qianfan was stunned for a moment, then, with his hands behind his back, he looked up and down at Atsuto Kawata, and said with a smile, "Oh, honorable young master, may I ask, what is your position while you are stranded in Shanghai?"

Atsuto Kawata laughed. He took out the cigarette case from his body, smoked one himself, and handed Miyazaki Kentaro another cigarette, "I want to find a job for an imperial newspaper in Shanghai, and my father wants me to work in the headquarters. Choose one of the clerical work of the consulate and the staff of the Gendarmerie Command.”

  Cheng Qianfan glanced calmly at Atsuto Chuantian's cigarette case. He took the cigarette, lit it for Atsuto Kawada first, and then lit it for himself. He took a puff and said, "Let's go to the Consulate General."

  He signaled Atsuto Kawada to listen to him, "The work of the newspaper office is not suitable for you, and the market is mixed with good and bad people, and safety cannot be guaranteed."

   "The staff officer of the Gendarmerie Command is less likely to come to the front line in person, but it cannot be said that there is no danger."

"The work of the Consulate General, the safety of diplomatic personnel can be guaranteed to the maximum." He looked at Kawada Atsuto and said sincerely, "I not only promised to ensure your safety, but also because you are mine. friend."

   As he spoke, he patted Atsuto Kawada on the shoulder, "War seems far away from us, but it may actually be very close. I hope my friend is safe."

  Atsuto Kawada was moved by Miyazaki Kentaro's sincere words and the sincere friendship in his eyes.

   "Miyazaki-kun, I will carefully consider your suggestion." He said, "However, you also know that the most important thing is that I must respect Father's suggestion."

   "Understood." Cheng Qianfan nodded and smiled, "Mr.

The two chatted a few more words at the intersection, and three cars arrived straight up. Cheng Qianfan and Chuantian Toruto shook hands and said goodbye, "Tototo, if you have made a decision, let me know. I will hold a banquet to celebrate and welcome you officially. Wash the dust."

  …

  Backing to the VIP suite of the Licha Hotel, Atsuto Kawada came to the inner study.

  Yuji Kawada put down the newspaper in his hand, took off his glasses, and rubbed between his brows, "What did Miyazaki say?"

"Kentaro suggested that I work at the Consulate General." Atsuto Kawada said, "He said that the Shanghai market is mixed with fish and dragons, and it is not safe. At the same time, the job of a reporter does not conform to my identity, and the staff work of the Gendarmerie Command has hidden dangers to the frontline. , only diplomats are the safest."

  Yuji Kawada nodded in satisfaction.

   "Father." Atsuto Kawata said dissatisfied, "Miyazaki-kun saved me. He is my friend. I don't like this way of testing him."

"You are wrong. It is precisely because I respect the friendship between you and your friends that it is necessary to be careful." Kawada Yong said with a serious expression, "Atsuto, you are a child of the Kawata family, remember, with our Status, the person who can most easily harm you is most likely the people around you."

   "Then, honorable father, did Miyazaki-kun pass your examination?" Atsuto Kawata said sarcastically.

   "Miyazaki Kentaro is a nice young man." Kawada Yuji said.

  Atsuto Kawada heard the words, snorted, and concealed his happiness. This was the first time among the friends he had made, someone from the commoner class was recognized by his father.

  …

  The weather on this day is not very good, the clouds are very low, as if they don't know when they will fall.

   A rickshaw driver bumped into a passerby, a quarrel broke out between the two sides, and there was a short-term traffic jam on the road.

  Cheng Qianfan caught a glimpse of a literati from the Traitor Literature Society holding a tin horn to give a speech on the side of the road, while his companion held a long banner behind him, which read:

  The locust army has arrived, and everyone's good days are coming, everyone lives and works in peace and contentment!

  Besides, there are hired idlers applauding expressionlessly.

  Cheng Qianfan also caught a glimpse of Zhao Yi in the crowd, with a camera hanging around his neck, he found a better angle to take a picture.

  The middle-aged man beside Zhao Yi watched all this quietly, lowering his head from time to time to record something in his notebook.

   "Pen troop?" Cheng Qianfan thought to himself.

   "Haozi, press the horn." Cheng Qianfan looked at the still congested road and frowned.

   Haozi honked the horn.

   Soon the bodyguards got out of the security vehicle in front, and when they stepped forward, they scolded them.

Knowing that the passers-by who were blocked by Mr. Cheng's driveway and scratched by the rickshaw were terrified, they didn't dare to ask for compensation, and ran away quickly. The rickshaw driver was also frightened and almost knelt down. The female passenger even got off the car and fled away.

  Xiao Cheng's name is comparable to Jingjiehu, and the road is immediately smooth.

  …

   "Haozi, you have a good memory, I want to ask you something." Cheng Qianfan asked.

   "Brother Fan, ask." Li Hao drove the car, glanced at the rearview mirror, and asked.

"How many boxes of 'September 18' special cigarette cases have been made by Jiujiu Trading?" he asked. When Hiroko reported that day, Araki Harima invited him to drink. He was a little drunk, although he still had an impression of the exact number. , but just to make sure.

"Only four." Hiroko thought for a while and said, "One for the special high school class, one for Benjiro, one for Imamura Heutaro, and the remaining two for Imamura to give to Ikeuchi of the Gendarmerie Command. You mentioned it later, Brother Ho, Imamura said Ikeuchi liked this gift very much."

  Cheng Qianfan nodded, he fell into deep thought.

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