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

Chapter 1042 Commander Lin is just a junior.

Beiping, Headquarters of the Army Group.

Okamura has been in a great mood lately. On the one hand, his son has come to China, and their relationship has improved significantly.

On the other hand, the suppression of bandits in eastern Hebei was progressing very smoothly, with three good news reports even arriving in one day.

Of course, he didn't believe it completely. In addition to using Lin Ze's information channels, he also sent people to Fengrun and other places to take a look.

When the people sent there arrived, they found that the county town had indeed been recovered. Not only that, but a number of bandit leaders had been captured, beheaded, and their heads displayed to the public. In such a short time, the production and daily life in these counties had been greatly restored.

The Japanese officers were shocked. Was this really the security forces?

Previously, when they were asked to assist in the encirclement and suppression of the Jin-Cha-Ji region, they were all just a hindrance!

Upon his return and report, Okamura was naturally very satisfied.

He also noticed the changes in the security forces before and after, and focused his attention on Xie Quan.

"Wow, the person Lin Jun recommended is indeed capable! If this Xie Quan can reorganize the security forces, it might be a great help when we sweep through the border area in the future! Someone, award Xie Quan a fourth-class Golden Kite Medal! And give Lin Jun one too, a high-ranking one!"

The adjutant reminded him, "Commander Lin has already received the Third-Class Medal of Merit; it's not appropriate to issue it again."

Okamura frowned. "Did I send it?"

"You did send it."

Okamura pondered. Lin Ze had been so good to him, and it would be a big no-no to not reward him for his kindness. Moreover, Lin Ze had helped him a lot, both publicly and privately. How should he repay him?

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In early November, Lin Ze made another trip to Beiping.

The main purpose of this trip was to attend the signing ceremony between the Jinling Weixin Prefecture Material Control Committee and Miyamoto Trading Company.

Such a large grain purchase couldn't be done without witnessing it, or rather, Wang Mengqun was still afraid of something going wrong, so he sent Lin Ze invitations every few days. Lin Ze was also restless and wanted to go to Beiping for a visit.

The Six Nations Hotel made special arrangements, setting aside its largest banquet hall for the signing ceremony.

Gu Baoheng gazed at the luxurious carpet, the glittering crystal chandelier, and the social elites coming and going, feeling utterly captivated.

Once this contract is signed, he will be able to further promote the establishment of the North China Materials Control Committee. At that time, he will likely serve as the deputy director of the Nanjing Materials Control Committee and concurrently as the director of the North China Materials Control Committee.

This arrangement not only reflects the Jinling authorities' further deepening of their control over North China, but also greatly increases Gu Baoheng's power.

At that time, factories in North China that want to buy raw materials, trading companies that want to buy grain, and mines that want to sell coal or ore will all have to go through Director Gu. Of course, the Japanese companies can be let off lightly. Just the factories and trading companies run by those traitors who have fallen into the water will be enough for him to eat his fill!

It's so exciting just thinking about it!

Lin Ze's convoy arrived at 6 p.m.

Gu Baoheng straightened his clothes and went to the door to greet them. He had already figured out that the matter of the Material Control Committee still needed to rely on Master Lin's power. If Master Lin could agree, things would be much easier. However, how could he persuade Master Lin to help him?

At the entrance of the Six Nations Hotel, a crowd of people rushed to greet them.

As is customary, they should have been waiting for them at the staircase.

But the members of the governing committee rushed down the steps. Seeing that they were all so good at flattering each other, they had no choice but to join in. Some of them even went to the intersection, which was still more than a hundred meters away from the entrance of the Six Nations Hotel!

Wang Mengqun couldn't stand it any longer and shouted, "What kind of behavior is this? What kind of behavior is this! You all stand behind me!"

Everyone curled their lips, saying, "No wonder you're the president; you're the one who licks your own boots and then tries to stop us from doing the same!"

There was only one person strolling around the entrance on the steps. He was heavily pregnant, wearing a uniform, and had a burly build and a strong presence.

Seeing the way Wang Mengqun and others behaved, I couldn't help but sneer.

Gu Baoheng happened to see this smile. He walked over and offered a cigarette. "This is your name, sir."

The tall, fat man glanced at him, took the cigarette, and said, "So you're Director Gu. No problem, no problem. I'm Gao Shengping, the director of the Beijing Police Department."

Upon hearing this, Gu Baoheng realized that the person was indeed an important figure.

He intended to curry favor with Lin Ze, but he was unwilling to lower his stance too much, otherwise he would not only be in a passive position in the future, but also lose face in Jinling and cause his colleagues to complain.

Lin Ze is the commander of the Tianjin Military Police, while Gao Shengping is the chief of the Beijing Police Department. They seem to be... about the same level!

If you can be on good terms with Gao Shengping first, wouldn't you be more at ease when facing Lin Ze?

Gu Baoheng was a shrewd man. Once he had this idea in his mind, his words became enthusiastic.

"So it was Director Gao in person! I saw you from afar, and your imposing presence almost made me afraid to approach you. To be honest, since I arrived in Beiping, all I've heard about you is your name. People say that Director Gao is a powerful figure in Beiping and Tianjin, a pillar of strength, and that Beiping's current security is all thanks to Director Gao's strategic planning and skillful command, which wiped out all the villains!"

Gao Shengping loved to hear compliments, and when he heard that this person was from Nanjing, held a high-ranking official position, and spoke in a pleasant manner, he immediately felt a sense of goodwill towards him.

"You flatter me. But I have fought in several famous and fierce battles in Beiping, and I am somewhat well-known in the Beiping-Tianjin area."

"Director Gao, you are too modest! When I was in Nanjing, I studied physiognomy with a master. Looking at your forehead, your features, your square face and wide mouth, you clearly have the appearance of great wealth and honor. I think a mere police chief in the capital is not worthy of you. Your name is also well-chosen; you will be promoted soon!"

Old Gao chuckled twice and didn't reply.

He's now quite sensitive to people wishing him a promotion. He's already a department head, where else can he be promoted to?

If he were to advance further, he could become the mayor of Beiping Special District, a vice-chairman of the governing committee, or be transferred to the military police headquarters.

But he didn't like any of them.

In the Beijing Police Department, he was the only one who could do what he wanted, and with Lin Ze's support, making money was very safe for him, and he could also secretly help the western region.

But if they go somewhere else, can they still have such a great time?

When Gu Baoheng saw that Gao Shengping was unmoved, he thought to himself that this man was indeed powerful. Even though he had taken so many photos, he was still unmoved.

"Now, let's intensify our efforts. When I was in Tianjin, I heard that Commander Lin wielded immense power, but now, seeing him, he's nothing more than a junior compared to Director Gao..."

Gao Shengping immediately looked at Gu Baoheng with a strange expression. Is this bastard an idiot?

Just then, Lin Ze's car arrived. As Niu San'er got out of the car and looked around, Gao Shengping leaped down the steps at an incomprehensible speed, bypassed the crowd, and ran to Niu San'er's side. "San'er, don't look anymore. I personally arranged the security. There will be absolutely no problem."

Niu San'er still followed the procedure and finished reading it, then smiled at Gao Shengping, "The director has been a great help to me."

Lin Ze opened the car door and got out, naturally exchanging pleasantries with Gao Shengping first.

Wang Mengqun gave an awkward laugh, cursing Lao Gao a thousand times in his heart.

On the steps, Gu Baoheng was dumbfounded, staring wide-eyed and mouth agape at Lao Gao, who was all smiles, as if he were looking at a fat and adorable orange cat.

No, you're the director! Can't you have any integrity?