C194 (2/2)
Upon hearing him praise his wish, Zhen Lizi thought to himself: ”What he wants me to do must be something dangerous, and definitely not a good job. Otherwise, this cunning and stingy fellow wouldn't be so generous. He definitely wouldn't use this opportunity to indirectly take revenge on me for what happened with Du Bian. If I see a flaw in it, I will firmly refute it. ” Thus, Zhen Lizi listened attentively.
Tou Shanman narrowed his eyes and said: ”In terms of Miss's looks, wisdom, words, and ability, you are very suitable to handle this matter. I sincerely hope that you will get things done. ”
Zhen Lizi was an impatient person, and said: ”Sir's praise is a bit too kind. I can't afford it. Please tell me what exactly it is you want to do. ” She thought Tou Shanman was too long-winded. Actually, Tou Shanman had his own reasons for doing so. She repeatedly observed Zhen Lizi's words and actions, wanting to truly understand Zhen Lizi's mentality and ability to adapt to situations.
Tou Shanman was satisfied with her, and said: ”Our Special Envoy, Mr. Inoue Shizuo, suddenly came to find me from Beijing. He brought a local document. He was supposed to handle matters related to the documents. Unfortunately, he was sick. I'm going to let you take his place, as the Japanese envoy, and handle the paperwork. We have secretly sold a batch of firearms to Cai Songpo in Yunnan. You will go there to handle the transaction with the Yunnan authorities. You must get on good terms with them when you get there. I think I don't have to say much about that. I'm sure Miss will do well. ”
So it turned out that Inoue Shizuo was sly and cunning, he purposely claimed that he was sick. He knew that since he had arrived in China, there were many people who hated him from all sides, and he could be assassinated at any moment. He did not dare to go to Yunnan.
On the day that Inoue Shizuo received the official message, he was extremely worried, thinking to himself, ”Ever since I came to China, I've known that I wanted to negotiate a contract with Yuan Shikai. There were spies from all over the country, unidentified people, and people who hated me in every way. If I go to Yunnan now, I will be in great danger. The chances of survival are very small. I should still protect my own health and address Tou Shanman as sick, and have him help out with this matter. ”
Inoue Shizuo rushed over to Shanghai and told Tou Shanman what had happened. Tou Shanman was willing to participate in this matter. He immediately thought of the appropriate person, Shan Kouzhenlizi. He then told this thought to Inoue Shizuo. Inoue Shizuo approved of Shan Kouzhenlizi handling this matter. Tou Shanman knew that Zhen Lizi was someone from the Guan Dong Jun, hence he shouldn't be moved so easily. He then immediately applied for a loan from the Brigade Shun Guan Dong Jun Secret Service Headquarters. With the permission of the Guan Dong Jun Special Affairs Headquarters, he finally sent an invitation to Zhen Lizi to come to Shanghai. The envoy who didn't expect Tou Shanman to send the message ended up in the hands of the British, leading to the Shorty wanting to take revenge on Zhen Lizi.
Hearing that she was going to Yunnan, Zhen Lizi's face immediately changed, she was startled, and thought that Cai Songpo was a terrifying person. She calmed herself down and asked: ”We have a tacit understanding with Yuan Shikai and Duan Qirui, why would we support Cai Songpo? Didn't he know that they were enemies? Who exactly are our friends? ”
Tou Shanman thought that she was childish, he shook his head and smiled sinisterly as he explained, ”Miss, you are wrong. You haven't grasped our long-term strategy for China at all. If we want to use China to develop our Japanese economy, we have to monopolize it. China is a vast country with a large population and abundant resources. If we want to possess it, let it bow to us. We can't just make one or two Chinese friends. We have to make all kinds of Chinese friends. Let them form factions, contradict each other, divide each other, and never unite. That is how we can achieve our goals. This is the long-term strategy set for us by the late Prime Minister, Mr. Ito Bowen, to conquer China. ”
Zhen Lizi said: ”How would I not know of this strategy? Right now, the most important thing for us to do is to help Yuan Shikai to establish the Empire of China as soon as possible so that he can keep his promise. To support Cai Songpo at this time, wouldn't that be against our current goal? ”
Tou Shanman laughed again: ”Miss, you are too childish. How could China build an empire this big? All three or two can be built. We will let Cai Songpo continue to develop. With his place, it will not affect the establishment of the Chinese Empire. We will sign a contract with Yuan Shikai and it will enter into force when the time comes. ”
Zhen Lizi came to a realization and thought: ”Then not only am I childish, I can also do things more simply than Black Dragon Society. The Sino-foreign Society's special services organization is even more skilled at monopolising China. ” Zhen Lizi became serious.
Tou Shanman said again, ”Don't be afraid of Cai Songpo. You will not be in any danger in Yunnan. I'll arrange everything for you. You are there on behalf of the Japanese government and a respected guest. You must be welcomed and warmly received. ”
Zhen Lizi wanted to refuse, so he said: ”Is it appropriate for me to pretend to be the Japanese envoy? Since the Sky Emperor knows about it, he won't be punished? ”
Tou Shanman laughed and said: ”What do you mean impersonate? This is just a type of change in dealing with Chinese people. Miss doesn't have to worry too much. Furthermore, Cai Songpo was not only using the Fiery Eyes of Truth, how could he tell the difference between the real and fake? He accepted the arms and didn't care about anything else. You can go without worry. ”