Spy Wars: I can get rewards by being a bully!

Chapter 889 There May Be Times When You All Need Me

Yuancheng, Salt Merchants Association, temporary command center.

Lin Zelai reported to Okamura that he had sent people to patrol inside and outside the city.

Okamura looked extremely tired. Holding a bowl of porridge, he asked Lin Ze, "Mr. Lin, have you eaten yet?"

Lin Ze nodded. "I've already eaten, General. You must eat well. The affairs of North China all depend on you. You still have to continue to expand the empire's territory. Your health is the most important thing."

Okamura sighed and put down his bowl. "Lin-san, now it's time for you and me to have a heart-to-heart talk. Last night, the Southern Army on both the east and west fronts crossed the river in an orderly manner and gave up their positions."

Lin Ze was overjoyed. "Congratulations, General! If we send troops to pursue them now, we will surely gain a lot."

Okamura smiled wearily. "What good is killing more? The enemy's First War Zone has already established a defense line on the south bank. This blitzkrieg has turned into a war of attrition. It's all my fault. To be honest, I managed to get some sleep yesterday, and I had a dream. I dreamed that the Imperial soldiers crushed the Yuanqu defense line in three days and achieved complete victory in ten. I woke up this morning with a deep sigh."

Lin Ze was somewhat surprised after hearing this. Why would Okamura have such a dream? Was it God's will?

I came into this world and finally changed something.

Then Lin Ze said seriously, "General, you must not entertain such thoughts. Without you in command, we don't know how long it would take to capture Zhongtiao Mountain. Now, the battle has only been going on for a month, and Zhongtiao Mountain is within our grasp. Security in North China will be restored soon. As for the minor flaws on the battlefield, they all have their reasons, especially the leaks. Headquarters will naturally make the final decision. Hua Gu was sent by Headquarters. If those old men dare to cause trouble for you, I will send a telegram to scold them without your advice."

Okamura finally laughed out loud. "You, you, every time I talk to you, I always feel so happy. Well, I don't have to think about it anymore. No matter what, Zhongtiao Mountain is about to be captured. Our North China Front Army has made great contributions this time. Even if the headquarters doesn't recognize my merits, I'm sure they won't find fault with me. But you, Lin-san... Sigh! It's a pity this time. I originally asked you to go to Yuancheng to make meritorious deeds, but in the end, Hua Guzheng stole the limelight. Not to mention the leak. I'm afraid it's impossible to commend you for your merits this time."

Lin Ze saluted. "Your Excellency, General, although I often received your guidance in Pingjin, I always felt that I had not learned enough. This time, I have been in Yuancheng for a month. I can listen to your instructions at all times and witness your command of the battle with my own eyes. I have benefited a lot. Isn't this more valuable than any reward?"

These words are spoken with great sincerity. The Japanese attach great importance to loyalty. Even in later generations, they still have the "disciple" system in official circles. Even in school, if students feel that their tutor is not suitable and want to change him, it is a great act of disloyalty.

Lin Ze's words clearly showed that he regarded himself as Okamura's "disciple", and Okamura couldn't help but feel overjoyed.

"Lin Sang, if you don't let me down, I will definitely not let you down!"

Lin Ze felt like vomiting, thinking to himself, it’s not a question of whether I have failed you or not, it’s a question of how I have failed you, or even how I will kill you!

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mountain city.

As troops were gradually withdrawn and defenses were set up on the south bank, another military meeting was held.

Boss Dai was also in attendance this time. Unlike last time, this time Boss Dai was no longer low-key and silent, but full of energy!

Many people also took the initiative to come forward and say hello.

"General Dai, you are here."

"The general has performed a great deed this time, and the chairman has personally commended him. He is truly a role model for our generation!"

"General Dai, I have prepared some wine tonight to celebrate your victory. Please come and enjoy it."

He was in great glory, but those people in the Military Senate were very nervous.

Someone wanted to come forward and say hello, but Boss Dai just walked away without even looking at him.

Did he really think that Dai So-and-so was so broad-minded?!

How can I show my ability as a big spy chief if I don’t torture them to death!

After a while, a general with a weathered face came in. After looking around, he walked straight to Boss Dai.

"Brother Chunfeng, please accept my greeting."

Boss Dai was shocked and quickly grabbed him, "General Gao, you're back from the front line!?"

The person who came was none other than General Gao, who was in charge of guarding Yuanqu.

"My troops have already retreated to the south bank. I immediately flew back to attend the meeting to discuss the next steps in the defense. General Dai, we weren't close before, and I, Gao, feel truly guilty. This time, you saved my life and the lives of countless soldiers. I'm writing to the Chairman to request a commendation for you!"

Boss Dai felt so happy!

This is not just any other general, he is a real army commander. He has made great contributions on the front line this time and may even be promoted. But he is extremely respectful and grateful to Dai!

The Golden Buddha is truly my Dai’s biological brother. Without the Golden Buddha, how could we have the glory and dignity we have today!

He was overjoyed, but remained calm on the surface. He said earnestly, "General Gao, you are fighting for your country on the front lines. I have only done my share. I don't deserve your praise. You have worked hard along the way. Please take a seat."

Everyone then began to discuss military affairs.

Naturally, the argument started again.

However, the focus of the dispute has shifted from how to defend Zhongtiao Mountain in the past to how to build a defense line on the south bank of the Yellow River today.

Building a defense line is not just about sending soldiers there. Food for the men and horses needs to be provided, where should the food be gathered from? When it comes to building fortifications, who will do it, what will be used, and where will the cement come from? These are all problems.

The First War Zone was certainly unable to afford it, and Commander He also understood their financial situation.

But the representatives sent by the territories along the defense line were also very stingy. They didn't care about money much, and one even said bluntly: "This year is another disaster year. Although the disaster is still minor, it is almost impossible to collect grain and conscripts. Everyone says the weather is abnormal. If there is still some harvest this year, it is very uncertain next year. It may be another famine. I think the mountain city will still have to find a way to raise food and other supplies."

No one spoke.

If fighting is difficult, there are still hundreds of thousands of troops in the south that can be deployed.

But when it comes to spending money, where does it come from?

Everyone knows where the money is, but no one dares to say it, and it’s useless to say it.

So they could only smooth things over. Since General Gao was here, everyone started praising him. One said he fought well, another said he fought well. This made General Gao blush, and he could only say, "It's all thanks to General Dai's intelligence."

Boss Dai laughed and said, "General Gao, you may not know that less than a month ago, in this very room, someone pointed at my nose and cursed me!"

No one spoke, and some people moved their bodies uneasily.

As expected, Boss Dai started to get angry. He pulled out a stack of documents and shouted, "You all say you have no money, but you don't know that the situation is tight at the front and at the back. My security headquarters has received many reports of smuggling, bargaining, and extortion of merchants..."

Then he started to call out names, and all those who were called out were those who had spoken rudely to him before.

Boss Dai sneered, "I told you back then that there might be times when you all might need me, and today you do! Come on, arrest me!"

It was unheard of for a spy chief to publicly arrest people at a military meeting.

But no one dared to resist. Even that person said that Boss Dai had made great contributions in this battle. Now he is in the limelight and has been promoted to general. Who dares to compete with him?