webnovelfull Chapter 264 The Disguiser Yu Manli 4
Chapter 264 The Disguiser Yu Manli 4
The train slowly stopped on the busy platform of Nanjing Station, emitting a deep, drawn-out whistle. Minglou held Manli's hand tightly, and the two of them stepped off the train together. Minglou, now dressed in a smart suit and wearing a faint smile, held an unreadable expression in his eyes. He had become Mingyu, Deputy Chief of the Nanjing government's Intelligence Section.
Manli looked at the bustling crowd in the station, and a trace of doubt arose in her heart. She frowned slightly, looked at Minglou and asked, "No one is coming to pick us up?" Minglou patted the back of her hand gently and comforted her, "Don't worry, Manman, of course someone is coming to pick us up. In order to avoid you calling my name wrong in the future, from now on, you have to call me husband anytime and anywhere. This will greatly reduce the trouble and risks that may be caused by calling the wrong name. Remember, my name is now Mingyu. I am a student who returned from studying in France and also a highly respected professor of psychology. We grew up together as childhood sweethearts. Your name is Yu Manli, a Chinese overseas in France. From now on, we will live in the same room at night and be a loving couple. Moreover, my current position is deputy director of the Intelligence Department of the Nanjing Government. We will start a new life here." As he said, he gently hugged Manli in his arms, his eyes full of determination.
Manli blushed slightly, a hint of shyness flashed in her eyes, and she nodded gently, as a response to Minglou's request for them to stay in the same room. Seeing her like this, Minglou's heart softened, and his fingers unconsciously stroked her head a few times, his eyes full of doting.
Afterwards, the driver named Lao Wang came hurriedly with a smile on his face and said respectfully: "Chief Ming, I am Lao Wang, the driver asked by Chief Song to pick you up." Ming Lou hugged Manli, holding the luggage in his hands, and replied lightly: "Okay, let's go." Lao Wang hurriedly stepped forward and led them to the car. He carefully opened the door, made a gesture of invitation, and watched them get in the car with anticipation.
The car started slowly. Lao Wang controlled the steering wheel skillfully and said with a little pride: "The government has arranged an exquisite small house for Chief Ming to live in on Huanghe Road. It's a very nice place. If you need anything in the future, just tell me and I will do my best to meet your requirements. From now on, I will be responsible for picking you up and becoming your full-time driver!" Minglou sat in the car, his eyes revealing a hint of thought. He was well aware of the heavy responsibility he shouldered, and now with Manli by his side, the road ahead might be more challenging and difficult, but he was not afraid. He hugged Manli tightly, as if to protect her under his wings.
After a moment, a subtle smile flickered in Minglou's eyes. He raised the corner of his mouth slightly, and in his magnetic voice, he said, "Ah, Section Chief Song is truly the most thoughtful, always thinking of these meticulous details!" With that, the car slowly came to a stop. Once it was completely stationary, everyone took a closer look. It was a three-story house with a distinctly European style. The red brick exterior shimmered softly in the sunlight, as if telling the story of time. Old Wang, standing nearby, approached Minglou with a respectful expression and whispered, "If you need someone to take care of this house, I can help search for someone suitable. Of course, if you find it easier to find someone yourself, that's fine too. I'll pick you up here tomorrow morning." Minglou nodded gently, exchanged a glance with Manli, and then they both pushed open the door. The hinges creaked softly, as if welcoming them. Upon entering, bright light streamed through the windows onto the floor, illuminating the entire space. They began carefully opening the furniture and curtains, revealing a set of exquisite sofas neatly arranged, fully furnished, as if waiting for their occupants. However, it had been unoccupied for so long that it looked a bit dusty and in need of a thorough cleaning. Looking out the window, Minglou saw it was already getting late, the last rays of the setting sun fading into the west. Minglou sighed helplessly and discussed a division of labor with Manli: one would clean the bedroom first, while the other would clean the kitchen and boil a kettle of hot water. As they busied themselves, they carefully monitored every corner of the room, fearing they might miss any hidden bugs. These bugs, like invisible eyes, constantly monitored their every move, presenting both a test and a threat to those who were trying to find them. After a thorough investigation, Minglou finally confirmed that there were no eavesdropping devices in the house. He breathed a sigh of relief and said to Manli beside him, "Okay, let's go! Manman, let's go buy some food. Fill our stomachs first. We'll arrange the rest tomorrow. You can also buy some daily necessities to make the house a little more cozy." Manli nodded obediently, a determined light flashing in her eyes, as if at this moment, they had jointly shouldered the responsibility of protecting this secret place. Thinking that he would have to hire some servants to come to the house tomorrow and also purchase various daily necessities, Minglou slowly and carefully took out a passbook and another small, exquisite box from the exquisite leather box. Then, he handed the two items to Manli and said, "Here!"
Manli took the two items with a puzzled look in her eyes, then gently opened the small box. Suddenly, a dazzling light filled her eyes. Wow! A box of golden yellow croakers were neatly arranged, each one gleaming with precious light, as if to say, "I am valuable." And on the passbook, 5 yuan was clearly printed, a staggering amount. Her eyes widened, her face filled with surprise and confusion.
Manli asked with a slightly trembling voice, "Where did you get so much money?" Minglou sighed slightly, a trace of emotion on his face, and said softly, "This is what my eldest sister prepared for us in advance. She was worried that life would be too hard after we arrived in Nanjing. Although I work in the government and have a fixed salary every month, it is definitely not as high as those high-ranking officials. Moreover, the organization is facing many difficulties now and cannot provide us with more help. So this is all our belongings in Nanjing, and it may even become our only support for living in this city in the future. From now on, you keep them well and buy whatever you want. You don't have to worry about money anymore."
Manli's face was filled with a bright smile. She put the gold bars and passbook into the cabinet and hummed a little tune, as if the whole world had become more beautiful because of these small actions. Then she said, "Hubby, if you need anything in the future, you must tell me! Oh, by the way, I plan to open another rouge and powder shop. That way I can collect more information. Where there are women, there is gossip, and there is news~"
Minglou looked at her adorable expression, his lips curled up slightly, his eyes gleaming with fondness. He smiled and replied, "Okay!" Then, the two of them walked out of the house together, preparing to go out to the street for dinner. In reality, those things Manli had seemingly put in the cabinet weren't actually there at all; instead, she had quietly stored them in her space. To her, there was no place safer and more reliable than this space. Tomorrow, when she had some free time, she would definitely withdraw the 5 yuan, keeping for daily expenses and exchanging the rest for heavy gold bars. After all, dollars would be worth less than gold in the future.
The two of them took a car to Dongmen Street, which was bustling with vendors selling all kinds of delicious food. The Qinhuai River, not far away, was ablaze with lights, reflecting the shimmering water, like a colorful painting. Minglou and Manli, hand in hand, slowly walked to a small shop selling duck blood vermicelli and ordered a bowl each. The delicious broth, the smooth vermicelli, and the tender duck blood instantly satisfied their taste buds. After eating, Minglou gently took Manli's hand and began to stroll together on this bustling street. Although Nanjing today is not as noisy and bustling as it was in later generations, it is still very prosperous compared to the past.