Cicada Moving

Chapter 418 Lieutenant Colonel

“The appointment and dismissal of lieutenant colonel-level officers of the National Government. In the 23rd year of the Republic of China, Mao Zi Order No. 490 appointed Zuo Zhong, the chief of the Intelligence Section of the Second Division of the Military Commission’s Bureau of Investigation and Statistics, as an army lieutenant colonel.”

In the auditorium of the Investigation Bureau, everyone from the Intelligence Section once again stood on the rostrum, but this time the bald man did not come in person. He only appointed Director Chen to award and promote the heroes who solved the assassination case.

Perhaps to win people's hearts, or perhaps because of the words he gave Chen Bingru, the bald man specially opened a back door for the little fellow, ignoring the end of the year, and Major Zuo became Lieutenant Colonel Zuo.

Anyway, Zuo Zhong has understood clearly that the provision of suspension of years is bullshit. If you say it is useful, then it is useful, and if you say it is useless, then it is not. The specific situation depends on whether your backing is strong or not, and whether the fellow villagers can support it.

In addition, Dai Chunfeng finally got the Medal of Baoding that he had longed for. It is a second-class medal. According to the rules, it requires a large award, so the real award will have to wait. Today is just a notification.

As for Zuo Zhong’s men, they were also promoted this time. Gu Qi burst into tears and entered the ranks of school-level officers. Song Minghao was promoted to captain, and Wu Chunyang and Gui Youguang were promoted to lieutenants.

Shen Dongxin was promoted to sergeant. This guy was out of luck. If he had arrived at the Secret Service a few days earlier, he might have been able to catch up with the promotion and be promoted to the same rank. In that case, he could have completed the triple jump from sergeant to warrant officer.

Then, He Yijun was promoted from superior soldier to corporal because of his merit in identifying the Japanese spy Tianfu. In short, everyone in the intelligence department had merit, and by the way, his military pay was increased by one level. Everyone was happy.

Even Fu Ling, who was far away in Japan, was given the reason of strong intelligence support by Zuo Zhong, and she became a warrant officer from the rank of sergeant. She must be rewarded for lurking in such a dangerous place.

“Section Chief, you are my noble man. At that time, I thought I would be satisfied if I could retire with the rank of captain. As a result, I was promoted from second lieutenant to major in just two years. I never dared to think so.”

 Gu Qi touched the new military rank on his collar. He had mixed feelings at this moment. The speed of his promotion was indeed a bit scary. The eyes of the former investigation department agents who came to watch the ceremony were almost green.

 “My brother, you’re welcome.”

Zuo Zhong looked at Director Chen who was conferring a title on Wu Jingzhong on the stage. While applauding, he revealed softly: "This time it's not just us who have been promoted. I heard that many young people in the military have also been promoted.

There are several major generals, brigade commanders and division commanders in their twenties. Compared with those Tianhuang nobles and emperor disciples, we people have benefited the least, but it will take a long time, so take your time. "

 Gu Qi was not jealous after hearing this. The most valuable thing about a person is contentment. Compared with his old colleagues, he was already a heifer sitting on the stove - coaxed by cowhide. Only Wu Jingzhong could compare with himself.

He took the opportunity to ask a question: "Section Chief, you are responsible for Wu Jingzhong's captain promotion report, right? Where are you going to place him? You said before that the department would have two deputy section chiefs, he"

 Lao Gu is a kind person. He has no objection to Wu Jingzhong being the deputy section chief. A newcomer who has just arrived is not a threat to him. The problem is that the Intelligence Section now has two captain officers.

One is Song Minghao and the other is Wu Jingzhong. Both of them are captains. One has become the deputy section chief. What to do with the other? If a bowl of water cannot be balanced, it may affect unity.

Zuo Zhong understood what Gu Qi meant. He also had a headache before, but now he has a plan. After all, Song Minghao was his deputy during the Jige Lane period, so he should be mentioned in his position.

He turned his head and said his plan: "I have decided to appoint Lao Song as the deputy section chief, in charge of the military intelligence section. Wu Jingzhong will serve as deputy section chief for a period of time, and then decide whether to let him take charge based on the situation."

 Gu Qi nodded slightly. The section chief always ignored the general affairs of the department. With the help of an old man like Lao Song, he could take a breather. Wu Jingzhong had just arrived in Jinling and really needed more inspections.

He chuckled and said: "Section chief, you have made a promise to Lao Wu. With the position of section chief just around the corner, he will definitely perform at his best. It seems that the military intelligence unit will be busy next."

“Whoever is willing will take the bait.”

Zuo Zhong also had a smile on his face, looked around and asked: "By the way, are you ready? This matter concerns Director Chen and Xu Enzeng. As soon as the promotion meeting is over, we will start taking action immediately."

"It's ready. I've checked the list several times. They are all the people who need to be cleaned up. After the meeting, there will be specialized personnel to do it one-on-one. There will be no omissions. Chunyang will be responsible for implementing this matter."

When Gu Qi heard the inquiry, he quickly replied furtively. If anyone heard this conversation, they would definitely think that the chief and deputy chief of the Intelligence Section were launching a mutiny to eliminate thieves for the country.

Zuo Zhong smiled with satisfaction, and a stern look flashed in his eyes: "The external channels must be arranged, and these people are not given a chance to react. As long as tonight is over, the situation will change."

"Don't worry, section chief. I've found all the influential channels in Jinling. I won't miss any major events. If it doesn't work, I can force them to clean up." Gu Qi's face was serious, and his eyes were also filled with murderous intent.

 “Well, let’s talk about it later.”

Zuo Zhong raised his hand to interrupt him, and warned him vigilantly: "We are all our own people, there is no need to get into trouble like that. As long as they are sensible, don't kill them. After all, they will still work together in the future." Behind the two of them, there was a fight. The yawning Ling Sanping twitched his ears, and then continued to doze as if nothing had happened. Whether or not he rebelled had nothing to do with him. He would still have to undergo plastic surgery when he returned.

Originally, he had a share in this promotion, but he refused. Now he is just a dean with the false title of second lieutenant.

And Tongsuo next to him was trembling with fear and dying. What big thing are these madmen going to do? After finally eating the royal rations for a few days, are these good days coming to an end?

There are many such things in the play. For example, Song Taizu, did the Zuo want to wear a yellow robe today? He is really a madman. Is your Zuo family destined to be the emperor? Do you want to report him?

Tongsuo was caught in a fierce ideological struggle. It is said that Zuo dragged him from the world into the secret service and gave him an iron rice bowl. He had to repay him, but this was a serious crime of beheading.

 Alas, forget it, forget it.

  Helping Yulong die for you, repaying your favor on the golden platform, or at worst collecting his body when the army is defeated, it can be regarded as repaying his kindness. Tongsuo thought about it, and looked at Zuo Zhong with eyes that became more determined.

Zuo Zhong seemed to be aware of it, and turned around to look at him with a frown, wondering why this little **** was so weird. There was a little calmness in the fear, and a little decisiveness in the calmness. You must be sick.

At this time, the long and boring promotion meeting was finally over. Director Chen took the lead and a group of secret agents walked out of the auditorium of the bureau headquarters with smiles. They were then surrounded by a large group of people.

“Director Chen, Director Chen, I heard that the assassination case was solved under your personal command. Can you tell the people the whole story of this case? We will publish the full text without changing every word.”

“Yes, Director Chen, under your wise command, the national government has solved many Japanese espionage cases in recent years. I heard that several ordinary people were taken advantage of by Japanese spies this time. What do you have to say about this?”

 The reporters saw Director Chen looking like a fly to meat, with pen and paper in his hand, asking questions like a barrage of questions. This made Director Chen a little confused, but at the same time he was secretly happy.

 There are three types of human needs, physiological needs, mental needs and soul needs. When you reach Director Chen's position, other things are easily available, and all you want is spiritual and soul satisfaction.

　　That is the so-called success and fame. Life spans only a few decades. What can be remembered by others after the death of a big shot is not how big an official he was, but how big a thing he did. Both good and bad things are counted.

Obviously Director Chen doesn't want to be infamy for eternity, so it would be the most appropriate achievement for him to do such a good thing as catching a Japanese spy. However, this case was sponsored by the Secret Service and had nothing to do with him.

 He turned to look at Dai Chunfeng. The victim was right next to him. If the other party was unwilling, there was no need for him to take the credit. As a party-state elite, he thought he wanted to save his face.

"Director, the reporters are all waiting. As the chief executive of the Bureau of Statistics, the Secret Service is your subordinate. It is your responsibility to speak to the outside world, and your subordinates can also listen to your work instructions."

Dai Chunfeng showed no reluctance and even took the initiative to remind: "If you don't tell me, Director, these reporters will probably talk nonsense again. I have a manuscript here that you can use as a reference."

 After saying that, he took out a manuscript from his pocket. Now everyone knew who invited these reporters. They really didn't notice. Dai Chunfeng, who had thick eyebrows and big eyes, also learned to flatter.

Xu Enzeng's eyes were red. Why didn't he think of this trick? Dai must have set his sights on the position of deputy director, otherwise he would be so kind to invite reporters to build momentum for Director Chen.

Director Chen was so happy that he could not open his mouth from ear to ear, but he still glanced at the manuscript after receiving it. There was nothing sensitive in the content. He just reminded the people to be careful not to be used by Japanese spies.

He straightened his collar, patted Dai Chunfeng's shoulder again, unfolded the manuscript and started talking nonsense, such as tips on preventing espionage and being careful about pie-in-the-sky things. The reporters wrote furiously.

Zuo Zhong stood in the corner of the auditorium with a faint smile on his face. He hoped that this would make the people more cautious. There are not so many advantages in the world to take advantage of, but traps are everywhere.

Not only ordinary people can't understand this truth, but even Director Chen is no exception. As the saying goes, benefits are alluring people's hearts, but how many people can think calmly when benefits come to their door? Human nature is just driven by benefits.

Soon, the short interview was over, and the reporters took out their cameras and started taking pictures, not only of the officers, but also of the "warriors" of the Bureau of Statistics who were fighting on the front line of counterintelligence.

Wu Jingzhong was so excited that he wanted to join in the fun, but then his sleeve was pulled by someone. He turned around and saw that it was Wu Chunyang. He saw Wu Chunyang shook his head slightly, then turned and left.

 (End of this chapter)