allonlinenovel Chapter 1154 Tonight, it seems unlikely we'll get through this.
Chapter 1154 Tonight, it seems unlikely we'll get through this.
"Itai Yudai is the head of the Military Police Intelligence Section, wielding the power of life and death, yet he came here specifically to save you and me, and even dared to teach Kagesa Yoshiaki a lesson in public."
The only thing that could make him so concerned, yet dare not openly proclaim, could be something related to the underground Communist Party.
"You're a student at Nankai University, and after coming to Shanghai you became acting strangely, your whereabouts were mysterious, and you even had injuries. What else could you be but an outsider?" He paused, then added, "If I'm not mistaken, what you've been doing is progressive work, opposing the Japanese invasion, right?"
Shen Suqiu lowered her head and remained silent.
The light from the electric lamp shone on her face, casting a long shadow on the wall. After a while, she nodded slightly, her voice as soft as a mosquito's hum: "Mmm."
Xu Tian was right; she was indeed an outer member of the underground Communist Party at Nankai University.
Last autumn, a progressive teacher at the school recruited her and assigned her to deliver simple messages and help cover the evacuation of her comrades.
She and several classmates had originally agreed that after going south with the school, they would continue to work on their progress and strive to pass the organization's assessment as soon as possible.
Unexpectedly, he encountered agents of the secret service at Tianjin Railway Station and was even shot.
“Cousin, you’re right.” Shen Suqiu’s voice was low, with a hint of nervousness and an undeniable firmness: “I am an outer member of the underground party at Nankai University. What we did in Shanghai was to unite progressive people, pass on anti-Japanese messages, and help cover the transfer of comrades.”
Mr. Itai... he really was helping us. If it weren't for him, I might be dead already.
“He’s a member of the Japanese Communist Party,” Xu Tian blurted out suddenly, his tone certain and without the slightest doubt.
"Ah!" Shen Suqiu suddenly raised her head, covered her mouth, and her eyes widened even more.
Xu Tian nodded and said nothing more, his fingertips still lightly tapping the corner of the table, but his heart was in turmoil.
A member of the Japanese Communist Party and head of the military police intelligence section—these two identities combined are fraught with contradictions and dangers.
Was Itai Yuta's existence a blessing or a curse? Did he genuinely help Shen Suqiu in the fight against Japan, or did he have ulterior motives?
He didn't care about Yuta Itai's identity, nor did he care how dangerous Shen Suqiu's identity as an underground party member was. His mind was now filled with Kagesa Yoshiaki.
When Kagesa Yoshiaki was in Japan in his early years, he was taught logic and Japanese.
That person is meticulous, has exceptional insight, and excels at finding flaws in the smallest details. Furthermore, he's obsessive; once he sets his sights on someone or something, he'll never let go easily. This time, being targeted by him, escaping won't be so easy.
"Brother, you...you absolutely can't tell anyone." Shen Suqiu's voice was choked with sobs as she grabbed Xu Tian's arm, her fingertips icy cold.
Xu Tian gently patted her hand, reassuring her, "I know what's important, I won't tell anyone." His tone remained calm, yet it carried a reassuring power.
Shen Suqiu finally breathed a sigh of relief, slowly letting go of his hand, tears falling again: "Brother, I didn't mean to keep it from you, it's just... I shouldn't have told you... really."
“I understand.” Xu Tian’s tone softened a bit: “I know you are a girl with ideals and backbone, who doesn’t want to see the country invaded by the Japanese and wants to do something for the country.”
But you must understand how dangerous this is; one wrong step and it's all over.
He paused, his gaze turning serious: "Especially Yingzuo Zhenzhao, he's already got his eye on you. That person is terrifying, ruthless, and cruel. You must be even more careful in the future."
Shen Suqiu nodded, wiping away her tears, a hint of stubbornness in her eyes: "Brother, I know it's dangerous. But with the country destroyed and families ruined, and people displaced everywhere, I can't just stand by and watch."
My teacher once told me that every person who makes progress does a little more, and victory will be a little closer to us.
Moreover, my comrades are all fighting desperately, I cannot back down. Even Mr. Itai, a Japanese man, is willing to help us, so as a Chinese, I must not be afraid.
Looking at her stubborn eyes, Xu Tian felt somewhat helpless.
Shen Suqiu was too naive and too young. She only saw the ideals and the light, but failed to see the thorns and dangers on this path.
She didn't know that some dangers cannot be avoided by courage and ideals alone.
For example, if my thoughts are correct... tonight will probably be difficult...
If I were in Yuta Itai's position, I would probably make the same decision.
This has nothing to do with anything else; it's simply about self-preservation.
Xu Tian didn't blame anyone, but he didn't want to die like this, and he didn't want to implicate his family.
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"Yudai Itai really cares about you," Xu Tian asked calmly, as if to confirm.
Shen Suqiu nodded, her eyes filled with longing and gratitude: "Yes, although Mr. Banjing looks very fierce and often scolds me, he really takes good care of me."
After I was injured in Tianjin, he arranged for someone to take me to the military police hospital for treatment and also helped me conceal my identity so that I could focus on recovering.
Xu Tian finally understood why Shen Suqiu trusted and admired Ban Jingyu so much: it was because Ban Jingyu had indeed helped her in her most dangerous time, making her feel a sense of security on this dangerous road.
But Xu Tian knew that the key next step was to dispel Itagaki Yuta's doubts.
More importantly, it's Kagesa Teisho who's in real trouble. Being targeted by Kagesa Teisho is the real problem; that person will never let it go.
“Suqiu, I don’t object to what you’ve done, nor do I question Ban Jingyu’s intentions.” Xu Tian’s tone softened, but his eyes were filled with genuine worry. “But you need to be more careful. In the future, you must be more cautious in everything you do and not easily trust anyone, including Ban Jingyu and even your cousin me! Remember that!”
Neither Itai Yudai nor I can protect you every second; ultimately, you have to rely on yourself.
"Cousin, don't say that, it's quite scary!"
Xu Tian said seriously, "I'm not trying to scare you!"
"I understand, cousin." Shen Suqiu nodded heavily, her eyes red but filled with emotion. "I will be more careful in the future, and I will discuss everything with you. I will never act impulsively like this again."
Xu Tian looked at her and sighed softly in his heart.
Shen Suqiu's naivety and ideals made her easily exploited in this chaotic world, and also easily led to her death.
But he also understood that he couldn't stop her, he could only protect her as much as possible.
"Okay." Xu Tian responded and stood up. "It's getting late. You should get some rest and recharge. I'm going back now."
After saying that, Xu Tian turned and walked towards the door.
Shen Suqiu quickly stood up and saw him to the door, saying softly, "Goodnight, cousin."
"Good night." Xu Tian waved, opened the door, and walked out.
After leaving Shen Suqiu's room, Xu Tian went to the kitchen to greet his mother, making up a casual excuse: "Mom, I'm going out for a walk to get some fresh air. I'll be back in a bit."
Mrs. Xu was clearing the dishes when she heard this. She looked up and said, "Why are you going out again?"
"I'll just go for a walk," Xu Tian replied.
"Remember to come back early, it's dark outside, be careful."
"Understood," Xu Tian replied, opened the courtyard gate, and walked into the quiet Tongfuli alley.