The Bravest

In the living room, Liu Qingshan and Lin Jie looked at each other, both with confused faces.

Lin Jie thought narcissistically: Could it be that Uncle Liu is optimistic about me and wants to marry Haitang to me? That doesn't make sense. Shouldn't Uncle Liu bring it up himself? How can a girl like Haitang ask for it?

But Liu Qingshan thought that his daughter should have talked to Lin Jie, and Lin Jie should have accepted the identity issue, and the two should have reached a consensus, otherwise they would have walked in shoulder to shoulder. Why does Lin Jie seem to know nothing now?

Liu Qingshan felt that he could not rely on guessing, he had to ask clearly, and when the time came he had to cut the Gordian knot. If it worked, it would work, and if it didn't, it wouldn't work. As a man, what great things could he accomplish if he hesitated?

So, Liu Qingshan poured himself and Lin Jie a cup of hot tea, and asked Lin Jie with a serious face: "Dean Lin, Haitang has mentioned everything about today, right? You have to give me an answer to what you mean. Even if you haven't thought about it yet and want to go back and think about it, I asked Haitang to tell you in person to show my sincerity. This is a big deal, you can't pretend you don't know."

After hearing what Liu Qingshan said, coupled with Liu Qingshan's serious expression, Lin Jie was excited and had to admit that Lin Jie liked Haitang. Compared with Ye Wulian and Sun Yuelan, Lin Jie felt very relaxed when he was with Haitang. He didn't have to think about sensitive things, just like before he traveled through time.

Besides, which man doesn't have the dream of having three wives and four concubines buried deep in his heart? Look at those rich and powerful men, every one of them has someone outside, not to mention that it is the Republic of China now. Even his current father-in-law, Ye Zhantang, has two concubines besides Ye Wulian's mother, doesn't he?

Lin Jie stopped pretending. He was a time traveler but he didn't get any benefits and he was even a traitor's running dog. What was wrong with marrying more wives? It wasn't forced. Liu Qingshan agreed and Haitang liked him too. What was there to refuse?

"Uncle Liu, Haitang told me, but I'm already married, and I'm afraid that Haitang would be wronged. Since you, Uncle Liu, have agreed, I am definitely willing to do it, and I will take good care of Haitang, please rest assured." Lin Jie sat up straight and gave Liu Qingshan a sincere assurance.

Liu Qingshan felt a little weird when he heard Lin Jie's words. Just promise to complete the task, Lin Jie! Why did you bring up the topic of promising to take good care of Haitang? Maybe he was afraid that I would worry that Haitang could not handle the two women in his family. Well, with Lin Jie taking care of Haitang, I would feel more at ease. After all, Haitang still lacked experience.

"Well, since Dean Lin has agreed, we will be a family from now on, so let me tell you some of my thoughts."

"Uncle Liu, you know, there are some things that Haitang, as a girl, would be embarrassed to ask for. Just let me know if you have any requests. I will definitely do what I can and will not let Haitang feel wronged."

Lin Jie thought that Liu Qingshan was going to mention the etiquette of betrothal gifts and dowries, and he didn't think about which parent would discuss such things with you at night. Isn't it that both parents discuss face to face in broad daylight? But it's not Lin Jie's fault that he couldn't think of it. His elders were not here, so he couldn't discuss it with Ye Wulian, right?

Liu Haitang had quietly come out of the room and hid behind the screen in the living room to eavesdrop. The conversation between her father and Lin Jie was so strange. Why did it sound like they were talking about marrying off their daughter? Wasn't her father going to talk to Lin Jie about joining the organization? Liu Haitang's face began to turn red. Her father was really stupid. Shouldn't he find a matchmaker and make an appointment with Lin Jie in broad daylight to discuss these things?

Liu Qingshan felt that Lin Jie's words were problematic. If you were talking about work, then talk about work. Why did you always bring Haitang with you? Was Lin Jie hinting to me that he was willing to join the organization for Haitang? How could you negotiate conditions for this revolutionary work? Even if two people liked each other, it was a personal behavior, and the organization could not interfere. However, these were two different issues and should not be mixed together.

Liu Qingshan was about to get to the point, but was interrupted by Lin Jie's ambiguous words. He felt that he should help Lin Jie correct his impure thoughts first, so as to prevent Lin Jie from making mistakes in the future due to his overly serious personal thoughts at work. This is the care and protection of an old comrade for the young.

"Lin Jie, we are soon to be a family, so I won't call you Dean anymore. Since we are a family, I will criticize some of your incorrect ideas, and you shouldn't feel pressured. I am just an elder caring about the younger generation, and I want you to avoid making mistakes in the future. If there is anything wrong with what I said, then we can discuss it with each other."

Liu Qingshan is indeed an old comrade with rich work experience. He understands the young people's love of face very well. His words are very tactful. He first points out that mistakes should be criticized, and then attributes this criticism to the care and love of elders for the younger ones. This can offset Lin Jie's resistance.

Therefore, the work of instigating rebellion behind enemy lines cannot be done by just anyone. It must be led by experienced veterans. Didn't you see that Haitang and Lin Jie talked for a whole day, but Lin Jie was still confused? It took me, the father, to step in.

"Yes, we will be a family soon. Uncle Liu, just call me Lin Jie or Xiao Jie. If I do anything wrong, please point it out and criticize me. I will accept it with an open mind and correct my mistakes."

Lin Jie thought, isn't this the same pattern that Ye Zhantang used to criticize and educate him when he returned to his parents' home after marrying Ye Wulian? Liu Qingshan might have said it in advance. The older generation eats more salt than I eat rice. I must learn with an open mind, correct my mistakes, and encourage myself. Lin Jie still respects his elders.

"Well, your current attitude is very good. Young people should not be afraid of criticism and correction from others. This way, they can make better progress. Don't be resistant and accept them with an open mind. These are the experiences and lessons of the older generation, which will be of great help to your future development."

Liu Qingshan has been lurking in Shanghai for more than four years. It is rare for him to talk with young comrades. The political cadre who has been holding back for a long time has put his abilities to an extraordinary use today.

When Lin Jie heard Liu Qingshan's words, he felt a sense of familiarity. It had been almost two years. It was the same old routine that he was very annoyed with. The leader had taught him in this way when he joined the unit. In a blink of an eye, ten years had passed, and three or four leaders had been replaced. Some had been promoted and some had been transferred. However, after ten years of humbly learning, Lin Jie was still a small clerk.

Lin Jie didn't expect to hear such familiar words from Liu Qingshan again today. It's really rare. It's been almost two years. Does anyone know how Lin Jie got through it?

"Uncle Liu, I understand. I will accept it with an open mind, study hard, strive for progress, and will not bring shame to the organization." Lin Jie blurted out. He immediately regretted it. What the hell is the organization? He is now a traitor.

Lin Jie reacted quickly and changed his words as soon as he finished speaking, "Uncle Liu, I mean I will definitely not let you down. Just wait and see how I perform in the future."

"Well, you are very vigilant and know that you cannot mention such sensitive words as the organization. You must always remember this, but you must also remind yourself in your heart that you are a member of the organization." Liu Qingshan was very satisfied with Lin Jie's performance. He is indeed a good seedling. His foundation is much better than Haitang's. He is worthy of being a professional agent. What's more rare is that he has a pure heart. If he is well trained, he will definitely become a capable person in my underground work in the future.

Lin Jie was already dumbfounded. Liu Qingshan knew the organization. Was he talking to him on behalf of the organization? He had tried many times, but there was no reaction. He was exactly the same as the elementary school principal shown in his original information. He had a little scholarly spirit and knew how to compromise. It turned out that his first feeling was not wrong, but the father and daughter covered it up too well.

Lin Jie listened to Liu Qingshan's constant instruction and thought in his heart whether he should join. If it was before he married Ye Wulian, Lin Jie would have dreamed of joining. Or when the welfare home was just opened, Lin Jie would not have hesitated. But with the expansion of the welfare home, Lin Jie's desire to find an organization has gradually faded. There are nearly three hundred children, big and small. What will happen to the children if something happens to him?

The Military Control Commission is not very worried now. Boss Dai has clearly ordered that the only task is to hide and hide again. Unless there is strategic intelligence like Lin Jie's that the Japanese army will attack Pearl Harbor, everything else is based on Lin Jie's safety. If you join the organization, you will not be able to make decisions on many things. This increases the danger.

"Uncle Liu, I have a question for you. What is your position in the organization?" Lin Jie suddenly asked Liu Qingshan.

"Ah, Xiaojie, our party has no distinction between big and small, we are all working together for the future of China," Liu Qingshan did not understand Lin Jie's meaning for a moment, thinking that Lin Jie was concerned about his future position in the organization like ordinary people. This is not surprising, our organization's pursuit is to create a China where everyone is equal. The thinking of young people cannot be achieved in one step, and they have to be educated slowly.

"Uncle Liu, what I want to ask is that I have important information. To which level can you pass it? It would be best if you could report it directly to the higher-ups. It's very urgent." Lin Jie stopped thinking about his own affairs and first organized the reporting of the important information that the Japanese were about to launch a war against Britain and the United States.

"Haitang, come out." Liu Qingshan was startled by the important information that Lin Jie suddenly revealed. "Haitang, you guard the door. Xiaojie, I'll go to the inner room."

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"Okay, Xiaojie, tell me your information first." Liu Qingshan didn't say anything more and asked Lin Jie directly and seriously. "Also, how did you know the above?"

"Uncle Liu, although I work in Unit 76, I am directly under the command of the Special Intelligence Investigation Office of the Japanese Military Police Headquarters. I just want to know whether the intelligence can be reported to the higher-ups. Ordinary superiors cannot make the decision, and it will increase my risk."

"I understand your concerns. Tell me which direction the intelligence is about first." Liu Qingshan did not answer Lin Jie's question. Even among his own people, there are rules. There are strict rules on whether they should know or not. Otherwise, they would not have taken so long to screen Lin Jie.

"Uncle Liu, I trust you this time. If the intelligence about the Japanese strategic adjustments cannot be reported directly, it is really useless."

Liu Qingshan understood that what Lin Jie said was right. This kind of intelligence could only be reported layer by layer to people who were not of high enough rank. Not only would it take a long time, but the risk of leaks was also too great. As long as there was a small problem in the middle, the enemy could potentially reveal a whole line, which was not in line with confidentiality procedures.

Liu Qingshan thought about it for a few minutes, and Lin Jie was also waiting for his answer.

"Xiao Jie, I hope you don't let me down. I can report directly to the comrades at the top." Liu Qingshan admitted his rank in front of Lin Jie, which was a huge risk.

If Lin Jie was fishing, then Liu Qingshan would be actively telling the enemy that I am a high-level intelligence officer, not an insignificant peripheral personnel. Then everything about Liu Qingshan would be studied by the enemy under a magnifying glass. His own sacrifice would not matter, but there would definitely be some clues about the past of himself and his daughter. If the enemy found any clues from these clues, the damage to the organization would be unimaginably serious.

"The Japanese will launch a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on the Hawaiian Island, the headquarters of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, on December 12, and declare war on Britain and the United States at the same time, covering the entire Southeast Asia, including all British and American concessions and military targets in our country. The time error will not exceed three days." Lin Jie still told Liu Qingshan the information.

"Are you sure? The Japanese really dare to do that." Liu Qingshan was shocked by this information.

"Uncle Liu, the Japanese actions are beneficial to our country in the long run. Britain and the United States can share some of our pressure. However, in the short term, we will have more difficulties. The Japanese will increase the blockade and plunder to make up for the material gaps in the two-front war. They will become more crazy." Lin Jie was also afraid that Liu Qingshan did not understand the key. After all, due to the education level and vision of most people in the country, they would not pay attention to the international situation. Chen Gongshu of the Military Control Commission misjudged the decline in the influence of Britain and the United States in the concession, thinking that the concession could become a protective umbrella for the Military Control Commission, which resulted in the tragedy of the entire army being destroyed.

"Is the information confirmed?" Liu Qingshan came back to his senses from the shock and asked Lin Jie again about the accuracy of the information.

"It has been confirmed, and I have also verified it from the side." Lin Jie was afraid that history would be different, but he had indeed verified it from the side. All signs showed that history would not change because of a little time traveler like Lin Jie.

"Well, Xiaojie, we'll stop here today and you go back first. We'll find time to talk about the rest in two days. You also have to be careful. Once the intelligence is handed over, there's no telling what will happen. The Japanese may find out that the intelligence has been leaked. Don't reveal anything and deal with what needs to be dealt with quickly. Go back, I'll report the truth, including all your analysis."