The person is clearly the current head of the Heda family, Alben. He has a)7 look on his face, but his eyes are not less sharp: "I don't remember seeing you before, Your Excellency the Duke."
Jada smiled: "Don't you remember? We met on the battlefield during the first Xikou War. Of course, at that time you may not have noticed that we met again in Mengli after I destroyed the World of Warcraft. Once upon a time, you forgot?"
Alben's face looked ugly. During the first Siko war, he and his brother had a conversation in front of the army and finally broke up. But that time, Mengli went to collect the bodies of his two brothers, one of whom was a hero and the other. But his position was a shame. He was still a boy of sixteen or seventeen at that time. How could he be in the mood to pay attention to other people? As soon as Jada mentioned this matter, he felt very unhappy.
He said coldly: "I'm sorry, I can't remember clearly, but I'm sure I don't have a personal relationship with you. If you have any requests, please just tell the official in charge of receiving the mission." He stood up and planned to walk out.
"Since you're here, don't you plan to take your things back?" Jada suddenly asked
Alben paused and turned around slightly: "I was really surprised after hearing what the person you sent said. To be honest, I'm not interested in the letters you mentioned. I came here just to know what's going on behind the scenes." Now that I know who the person is, I am really disappointed. I advise you not to have any plot against East, as it is impossible to succeed."
Jada chuckled: "I heard that the Heda family cherishes its reputation very much. I didn't expect the rumors to be untrustworthy. As the head of the family, he didn't care about such an important object. It's really not smart. I am the one who should be disappointed."
Alben's face darkened and he snorted: "Our Heda family does attach great importance to family reputation, but that doesn't mean that we will deny what happened.
We will never avoid the mistakes made by our predecessors, and it would be a shame to try to cover them up! I do have an elder brother who betrayed the country and even betrayed humanity, but I also have an elder brother who is a hero! All East knows these facts, and the letters you speak of mean nothing to me! "
"Including details that people don't know?" Jada sat down on the chair confidently, "If it is just a simple so-called 'collaboration' letter, of course it is meaningless, but what I have in my hand includes your father and brother. The handwritten letter was written to the late Prince Mario. It mentioned which of the properties under the Heda family's name could help us, some people could inquire about the information, and even mentioned the names of several ladies. You have done a great job for Prince Mario and the others in gathering gossip. I have inquired before I came here. It seems that those stewards are still working under you...although some are not very obedient, and the ladies are living a stable and leisurely life. I heard that your mother plans to remarry? If the matter is exposed, not only will the Hedda family be hit again, but your future will also be greatly affected, right? "
Alben stared closely at Jada, but the latter casually dusted the non-existent dust on his sleeves and said calmly: "The choice is in your hands, I will not force you. In order to make you more convinced of my words, you You can test it first." He took out a somewhat worn letter from his arms and handed it to Alben.
Alben hesitated for a moment before taking the letter, opened it, and after reading it, his originally pale face was no longer bloody. He put the envelope away with trembling hands, walked to the cabinet on the wall, found a flint, and burned the letter to ashes. Turning around: "Your Excellency, Duke, how many letters like this are there?"
"It's not too many, maybe seven or eight letters," Jada said as she recalled, "I remember that there were two letters that mentioned your mother just like the one you burned just now, and the other one mentioned your sister-in-law a little bit. The rest of our letters are all about your family’s secret industries and responsible stewards in various countries. By the way, a few of them are still sending us letters to this day. Not long ago, we obtained very precious domestic information about you from them. Don’t you know? It seems that they are quite dissatisfied with you?”
Alben bit his lip and asked in a deep voice: "What is your purpose in telling me this? I don't think you will return the letter for free, right?"
Jada secretly clenched his right hand and said this: "Your brother and I are considered friends. It doesn't matter if I return the letter to you. But now I'm in trouble and I don't know who to turn to in this foreign country." Can I ask you a small favor?"
"If you need anything, just ask the official in charge of the reception!" Alben replied firmly, but soon regretted that the other party had something to do with his family. He shouldn't have angered the other party. Thinking of this, he had no choice but to let it go. He softened his tone and said, "What do you want me to do for you?"
Jada raised her lips with satisfaction: "I heard that you are now a senior member of the Security Agency?"
Alben immediately became alert: "I will not reveal any secrets in the agency! I will never do anything that harms the interests of the country!"
"Don't get excited, I don't need you to provide information, nor do I need you to do anything for me." Jada comforted Alban, "It's really just a small matter, about... the embassy I plan to build in Ito City."
"Embassy? This is the job of the External Relations Department"
"Yes, but I think the Security Agency will send someone secretly, right? Maybe it has already been sent?"
Alben narrowed his eyes: "As far as I know, they have indeed been sent, but you have sent them back. I just heard yesterday that they plan to select another group of people to try in the near future."
Jie Da was a little surprised when he heard this. He didn't expect this young Heda to be so cooperative, but he also had some doubts. Is what the other party said true? After all, he left three coachmen behind, are they okay? So he said: "I wonder who will be sent? It would be best if I could get a list. In fact, I prefer you to pick one or two reliable people. I will ask them to send back some useful information as appropriate." , but other times..."
Alben lowered his head: "Why? Is your embassy doing anything illegal?"
"Of course not" Jada sighed, "You must also know that our national power in Nuojia is limited, and our wealth is even less. I am determined to make the country better, but that requires money. Therefore, I plan to use the embassy as a cover. Sending a few men to do business in East, the money earned can replenish the emptiness of the national treasury, but it is not convenient for me to let outsiders know about this kind of thing, otherwise the old diehards in our country will jump out and curse others."
"It's not a big deal to do business." Alben still lowered his head. "Many nobles in our country own commercial businesses. There is no need to hide this from the Security Agency. The agency will not publicize it."
"But after all, this is the source of finance that I have high hopes for in Ito, but it is in the hands of another country. This fact is really disturbing. Maybe you will find it objectionable, but I hope that the fewer people know about this, the better." Jada looked at Alben, "Maybe it's not enough to control the source of information. The Security Agency will always have other channels for information.
If you have any idea, can you do something with this kind of report
Alben suddenly raised his head and stared at him. Without saying anything, Jada smiled and said in a long tone: "I just hope that my subordinates will not arouse the suspicion of your country when doing business in Ito. In addition to Ito, I also plan to send I'm going to Italy for such a small favor, you can definitely help me, right? For the sake of...the few letters I returned?"
Alben's eyes narrowed and his breathing became a little rapid.
Although he had lied just now, he was still under great pressure. After the Heda family suffered a disaster, it finally showed signs of success. Now the whole family is living a peaceful life. Once the letter is leaked, the reputation of his mother and sisters-in-law will be ruined. Lost, and he himself cannot survive in the Security Agency. I am afraid that the surname Heda will never get rid of the reputation of "betrayer"
The director, the head of the Intelligence Section, and his former colleagues in the Security Department were all skeptical of him. In the past two years, he only slept three or four hours a day, and spent most of his time replenishing himself and working hard to get where he is now. Location Information Comallori is old and will retire in a few years. If he can take over that position, it will mean that he has finally gained a firm foothold in the Security Agency, and the Hedda family can finally wash away the shame of the past. , because the Intelligence Section of the Security Agency means absolute loyalty
It is by no means easy to manipulate the report of the Security Administration. The outside world may speculate based on the working methods of other government departments, but as an insider, he clearly knows that even if he can succeed once and a half, it will still be impossible. will be discovered soon
If you agree, you will be discovered soon and be kicked out of the security agency.
If you don't agree, if the letter is leaked, your family may be accused, and you may also be kicked out of the security agency.
How to choose
Alben was in a state of confusion. He vaguely felt that Duke Jedda wanted to do business without telling others. How likely is it that such a thing would happen? Even if it's true, it can't be a pure business operation. In East, large commercial houses are also the most well-informed places. I'm afraid Duke Jedda also wants to take the opportunity to plant spies, right? What is his intention in doing this
Jada watched his expression change, but she wasn't worried: "Maybe... you need time to think about it?"
Alben paused: "Yes, I need to think carefully."
"I hope it won't be too long. I want to try Hedda's morning tea tomorrow. Will you send an invitation?"
"...No problem." Alben took a deep look at Jada. Perhaps, he should re-evaluate the other party's scheming and power in Ito City.
Director Ms. Lea personally went to the hunting ground in the countryside to conduct security inspections for the safari party on the King's birthday. Mallory, the head of the intelligence department, entered the palace and has not returned yet. Only a few people know Mallory's address. Among them Not including him, he was unlikely to find the intelligence chief to discuss the matter before breakfast time. At the same time, his mother had left Ito, and his younger brother had also followed, which meant that there was no one around him to discuss the matter with.
If Jada had found out all these things beforehand, he would be really terrible.
Alben loosened the buttons on his collar to let himself breathe easier. Suddenly he found Jada looking at him and smiling. He became even more uncomfortable. He coughed twice and said, "If there is nothing else, please allow me." I’ll leave first”
"That's such a shame. I wanted to talk to you more." Jada looked regretful. "Your brother and I used to work together. Those memories are really impressive."
Alben nodded hurriedly and wanted to go out. Suddenly the door opened and a figure jumped into his arms. He was startled. He hugged the other person subconsciously. When he looked down, he realized that it was actually a figure. It was a young and beautiful girl who quickly pushed the person away
"Why did you push me?!" The girl screamed, and then asked curiously, "Huh? I don't think I've seen you before. Who are you?"
"Stella!" Jada frowned and stopped her cousin, "What are you doing here?! Didn't you say that someone invited you to drink tea?"
"I have finished drinking. Seeing that the weather is nice, I went for a walk." Stella smiled flatteringly, "I saw your people outside and then I knew you were here. Cousin, is this person your friend? "She turned to Alben, blinking her big eyes: "What's your name? I'm Stella, are you also a noble of East? Why have I never seen you?"
Alben suppressed his displeasure and replied in a deep voice: "Because I haven't participated in social activities for a long time." Doesn't it mean that Princess Stella of Noga is stable and generous? How could it be like this? !
"Sorry, I'm in a hurry and have to say goodbye." He looked at Jada, "I will reply to you as soon as possible, but please keep it as confidential as possible."
Jada nodded: "Of course." He held his cousin's hand to stop her from questioning Alben. He didn't let go until he saw Alben's back disappearing around the corner outside the door.
Stella said angrily: "Cousin! Why are you holding me back?! I just want to make more friends!"
"You need to make friends. There are so many people out there, but this person is nothing special."
"Of course it's special! He actually didn't even look at me, as if I was an ugly monster." Stella laughed, "The men here drool when they look at me. Only he can show me his face. This kind of person You deserve to be my friend!"
Jada suddenly felt a headache: "Don't mess with this person. I'm useful. Didn't I tell you to behave more calmly in front of outsiders? Why are you back to your original state? Do you know how much I put into your marriage? ?! Don’t cause trouble for me!”
Stella stopped smiling and pouted: "I don't want to marry a cripple! They all say that the crown prince of this country can't walk and has terrible scars on his face!"
"That was the previous plan," Jada said. "Now the crown prince of East is likely to be the second prince Selig. Before he officially takes over, I will not propose a marriage, but you must also pay attention to one thing. Don't marry him in East." Revealing the truth in front of special people!"
Stella's mouth was pouted: "But I heard that Selig has a sweetheart, why should I marry someone who doesn't like me? I hate this second prince, I want... think..." She suddenly Remembering, "I want to marry that guy just now!" She clapped her hands happily: "Yes, that guy looks quite pleasing to the eye, why don't I just marry him?"
"Nonsense!" Jada shouted, "This matter was personally decided by His Majesty the King and cannot be changed! Go back to the embassy!"
He suppressed his anger and strode out. He didn't notice that the smile gradually disappeared on the face of the little cousin behind him, and a strange light flashed in his eyes. She took out a small square box four fingers wide from her arms, which contained There is ink pad with the outline of three keys clearly printed on it.
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