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Chapter 223 (10,000 words, please vote for me!)
Upon hearing Tan Huimin's words, Qiu Tu, who had just put his phone away, couldn't help but look up at Tan Huimin.
Tan Huimin is definitely not cut out to be a spy. Not only was she easily fooled by Qiu Tu's trickery earlier, but now she has even admitted to Qiu Tu's suspicions.
It should be noted that Liu Fuping, the last person Qiu Tu tricked into revealing her identity, although she also showed some abnormalities, never admitted her identity no matter how Qiu Tu tried to probe her from the sidelines.
As for Qin Shuman, needless to say. Even when Qiu Tu pointed a gun at her, she continued acting without revealing a single flaw.
In comparison, Tan Huimin is far inferior.
After all, identity is both a spy's Achilles' heel and his shield.
As long as you don't admit to being a spy, there's always a chance to defend yourself or give your accomplices a chance to cover up the lie.
As long as you continue to deny your identity, you will still have value to counter-espionage agencies, and thus have a better chance of survival.
Besides this professional competence, Tan Huimin revealed even more flaws during the initial period of their relationship.
Thinking this, Qiu Tu turned around, looked Tan Huimin up and down, and then said, "The reason I guessed you're not my secretary is very simple."
"That means you don't know me well. And you're not enthusiastic or happy about my promotion."
Qiu Tu took a few steps around Tan Huimin and commented, "Being a secretary is a very special profession."
“Their own rank is not high; their power and influence are given to them by the superiors they serve.”
"Therefore, even if it is a newly assigned secretary, she will definitely find out about the appearance and personality of the superior she will be serving in advance."
"Even if time is too tight to find out, she will surely feel proud when everyone is celebrating for me."
"So when I noticed that you were indifferent to everything I did, I guessed that you weren't my secretary."
"And considering the bet between me and Director Zheng, I naturally guessed that you were Zheng Tao's secretary."
Upon hearing this, Tan Huimin's face showed a look of sudden realization.
She looked at Qiu Tu with a hint of admiration in her slightly charming eyes and continued to ask, "Then... how did you know I was Atao's ex-girlfriend?"
Upon hearing this, Qiu Tu smiled and said, "It's still very simple."
Qiu Tu said, "Do you remember what we talked about after I exposed that you weren't my secretary?"
How could Tan Huimin forget? Back then, Qiu Tu had thoroughly humiliated both her and Zheng Tao.
Even now, thinking about it, she feels a little embarrassed and annoyed. She feels that the man in front of her was too much, too direct, and showed no regard for camaraderie.
Just as she was thinking this, Qiu Tu pointed at her face and said, "Yes, that's the expression."
Tan Huimin paused for a moment, then looked at Qiu Tu with a somewhat blank expression.
Qiu Tu gave her a deep look, then pointed to his black uniform and said, "Huimin, our Political Department does espionage, counter-espionage, interrogation, and surveillance."
“Every word we say has a deeper meaning.”
"Did you think I was just mocking Director Zheng back then?"
Qiu Tu shook his head. "You're wrong. I was deliberately testing your attitude and identity."
Qiu Tu said, "Director Zheng and I were both promoted to director in the last two days."
"His secretary should have been arranged separately by the political department, and then selected by him."
"So, theoretically, he and his secretary only spent a day or two together. It's impossible for them to have developed any deep feelings for each other."
"Even if I mocked Director Zheng in front of that secretary, his secretary might feel embarrassed or awkward. But she would definitely not feel ashamed or angry, and she wouldn't feel the same way."
Qiu Tu picked up Tan Huimin's soft, boneless hand and said, "At that time, your hand clenched involuntarily."
Qiu Tu tapped Tan Huimin's back again, "Your back is tense."
Qiu Tu pointed to Tan Huimin's cheeks, "Her cheeks are slightly bulging, and there is obvious biting motion."
"This all shows that you are controlling your emotions."
“Your expressions all tell me that you have an unusual relationship with Director Zheng.”
"Considering your age, appearance, manner of speaking, and sensitive position, I would naturally guess that you are Director Zheng's wife."
At this point, Qiu Tu paused, then added, "However... if I'm not mistaken, you two may already be divorced?"
After hearing Qiu Tu's words, Tan Huimin was completely shocked.
Her beautiful eyes couldn't help but look at Qiu Tu's handsome face.
Even though she was in Zheng Tao's position and had heard Zheng Tao talk badly about Qiu Tu many times, she already had a preconceived dislike for Qiu Tu.
But she had to admit that at that moment, her impression of Qiu Tu changed drastically.
Although the man in front of me may be a bad person, domineering, and ungrateful, he is indeed very capable.
Just then, as Tan Huimin was thinking this, Qiu Tu shook his head slightly and said, "Huimin, do you remember what I just said?"
Upon hearing this, Tan Huimin paused for a moment, then snapped out of her daze, looking completely bewildered.
Qiu Tu said, "Our political department does espionage, counter-espionage, interrogation, and surveillance work. Every word we say has a deeper meaning."
Qiu Tu said, "Do you think I'll answer your questions just because you ask me one?"
“No.” Qiu Tu shook his head. “I’m trying to gain your favor. I want to break down your psychological defenses and get information from you.”
After saying that, Qiu Tu patted Tan Huimin on the shoulder, then turned and walked towards his desk. Tan Huimin was left standing there, stunned and lost in thought.
Qiu Tu wasn't actually lying; everything he said was purposeful and a test.
It was through that series of tests that he was able to pinpoint Tan Huimin's identity.
But... what he didn't say was that the reason he was so certain in testing Tan Huimin was because of her loyalty.
When Qiu Tu announced that he would promote all his subordinates, most of them showed a loyalty increase of +1 or +2, but Tan Huimin's loyalty remained unchanged.
So, after the celebration, Qiu Tu also curiously checked Tan Huimin's loyalty level.
Good grief, only a mere "6" points!
It's even lower than Liu Fuping used to be.
At that moment, Qiu Tu knew that Tan Huimin must be a spy planted by someone else, and that person was likely extremely hostile towards him.
It was with this understanding that Qiu Tu was able to calmly explore and reason along this path, and finally arrive at the answer.
At this moment, Tan Huimin felt like her brain was about to burn out. She was in complete confusion, trapped in a logical dead loop.
'Qiu Tu told me this information to gain my favor and obtain information from me.'
'But since he's told himself his purpose, won't he be able to gain his favor?'
'No, he told me the truth to make himself feel that he was honest, and to gain my favor further?'
'No, no, this will only confuse me more!'
So! What exactly is his purpose?!
This logical loop, with its interconnected links, left Tan Huimin's head buzzing.
Just then, as Tan Huimin was completely bewildered by Qiu Tu, Qiu Tu sat down in a chair, put his legs on the table, and asked, "Stop thinking about it. I can see your head is about to smoke."
Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Tan Huimin covered her head in surprise, but only after placing her hand on it did she belatedly realize that Qiu Tu was joking.
But since she had already made the move, besides making her heavy chest stand out even more, it also made her look incredibly silly and cute.
"Hehe..." Qiu Tu glanced at Tan Huimin's ample bosom before getting down to business.
He asked, "Huimin, let's talk. Zheng Tao and I are enemies, but we're not necessarily enemies."
Tan Huimin lowered her hand and glanced at Qiu Tu with some wariness.
Qiu Tu's wording clearly made her somewhat suspicious of his motives.
But then Qiu Tu looked at her and analyzed, "If I'm not mistaken, Director Zheng used the excuse of our bet to arrange for you to come to my side as a spy, right?"
"Judging from your attitude, expression, and demeanor, you probably aren't very willing."
"He only came to my side because of his pressure and helplessness."
Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Tan Huimin hesitated for a moment, then nodded slightly.
Upon seeing this, Qiu Tu couldn't help but smile.
He continued, "And you were exposed as soon as you came to my side. If you go back, he will definitely criticize you or get angry with you, right?"
Tan Huimin hesitated again, but still explained for her ex-husband, "He will indeed be unhappy. But he probably won't lose his temper."
Qiu Tu smiled and gestured towards the door, "Then please go ahead and report back."
Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, a hint of hesitation appeared on Tan Huimin's beautiful face. She wanted to leave, but couldn't bring herself to take a step.
She was not lying.
Zheng Tao has a good personality; he won't insult or criticize her just because she didn't do a good job.
But... seeing Zheng Tao's suppressed emotions, like a live volcano about to explode, she felt equally uncomfortable.
So if she could avoid causing trouble for her ex-husband or making him angry, she would still... want to give it a try.
Upon seeing Tan Huimin, Qiu Tu did not leave immediately. He stood up, walked over, and stood behind her.
Then Qiu Tu put his right arm around Tan Huimin's shoulder, and whispered in her ear, as if a devil was humming, "So, Huimin, let's cooperate."
“I can keep you by my side. I can also occasionally provide you with some harmless information to please your ex-husband.”
"But... you must also promise not to betray me, and tell me in advance what your ex-husband plans to do to me, so I can be prepared."
Feeling Tan Huimin's trembling and struggle, Qiu Tu increased the pressure on his hands and said softly, "This is a win-win-win cooperation that is good for you, good for me, and good for your ex-husband."
"After all... you wouldn't want your ex-husband to be disappointed in you, would you?"
Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Tan Huimin's body seemed to calm down a bit.
Seeing this, Qiu Tu did not let her off so easily. Instead, he reached out his left hand, grabbed Tan Huimin's chin, and forcefully bent her head toward the bookshelf behind the desk.
"Do you see that tape recorder on the bookshelf?"
“I had already opened it before you came in.”
“They recorded all our conversations inside. Of course, that includes your admission that your ex-husband planted spies around me.”
Qiu Tu, "Guess... with this recording, can I arrest you and your ex-husband?"
"Tsk tsk. Planting a spy next to the deputy minister of the political department, huh? That charge should be enough to ruin your ex-husband's career."
Upon hearing Qiu Tu's words, Tan Huimin turned her head sharply and looked at Qiu Tu in horror.
Clearly, she never expected Qiu Tu to deliberately start recording.
In that instant, she couldn't help but recall how Qiu Tu had been guiding her conversation, leading her to admit that she was planted by her ex-husband.
And I can't help but recall the smile that appeared on Qiu Tu's lips after she admitted to it.
She sensed this at the time, but couldn't figure out why.
Now... she understands.
Because she took the bait!
And then I recall Qiu Tu saying that the Political Department does espionage, counter-espionage, interrogation, and surveillance. Every word we say has a deeper meaning.
In that instant, she felt as if she had fallen into an ice cellar.
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Chapter 224 A Demon Who Manipulates People's Hearts (10,000 words, please vote!)
Qiu Tu keenly sensed Tan Huimin's breakdown. He gently pulled her close, and sure enough, Tan Huimin trembled as he embraced her.
Qiu Tu half-huddled her, then gently patted Tan Huimin's back to comfort her, "Don't be afraid."
"As long as you listen to me."
"I will not hurt you, nor will I hurt your ex-husband."
Hearing Qiu Tu's words, Tan Huimin raised her head with slightly red eyes and asked, "Really...really?"
Qiu Tu smiled and nodded.