In the spring of 1986, when Feng Xiuying's family was preparing to move, they accidentally found an old tin box in the corner of the attic. The surface of this tin box is rusty, and it looks like it has been around for some years. Feng Xiuying's curiosity drove her to open the tin box, which contained seemingly ordinary objects: a flare, an old telegraph, and a worn-out notebook. The cover of the notebook has faded, but some faint handwriting is faintly recognizable.
Feng Xiuying cautiously flipped through the notebook and found that it was densely packed with a series of numbers. The numbers are arranged so neatly that they look like some kind of password. Feng Xiuying's grandson, Xiaoxue, a college student with an interest in both history and music, is also attracted by these mysterious figures. He scrutinized the numbers and tried to find out the secrets behind them.
Xiaoxue notices that the arrangement of these numbers seems to be related to the beat and rhythm of the music. He began experimenting with converting these numbers into musical notes, and after some effort, he was pleasantly surprised to discover that the numbers were actually a kind of musical code. What's even more surprising is that these codes perfectly correspond to the melody of a popular song "Qiushui Yiren" from the Republic of China. "Autumn Water Yiren" is a song full of nostalgia, and the lyrics depict a woman's deep longing for her distant lover.
Xiaoxue mapped these numbers one by one to the melody of "Autumn Water Yiren", and was able to play the song in its entirety. He was thrilled, not just because he had unlocked a code, but also because he had discovered a secret that could be related to his family's history. This song "Autumn Water Yiren" was very popular at the time, and many people could hum a few words, but why is there a password associated with this song in the iron box of Feng Xiuying's house?
As Xiaoxue further researched, he discovered that this song had a special meaning during the Republic of China. Not only is it widely circulated among the people, but its melodies and lyrics are used to convey secret messages in some specific social situations. Xiaoxue speculated that the password in the iron box may have been a way for a member of Feng Xiuying's family to transmit information during the Republican period. It could be a forgotten piece of history, or it could be a family saga.
Feng Xiuying listened to Xiaoxue's performance of "Autumn Water Yiren", and a trace of complicated emotions flashed in her eyes. She seemed to be reminiscing about something, maybe it was memories of her youth, or maybe some unknown part of her family's past. Xiaoxue's discovery is not only a cracking of a code, but also a profound exploration of family history. As Xiaoxue delves deeper into these digital codes, more mysteries gradually emerge, and the secrets of Feng Xiuying's family are about to be revealed......
Xiaoxue's discovery is like a lightning bolt that pierces the fog of history, and he uses his sensitivity and talent for music to decipher the code in his notebook. With each number deciphered, a dusty history gradually emerges. The song "Qiushui Yiren" was originally just an ordinary pop song, but I didn't expect it to be given a special meaning during the Anti-Japanese War.
In that turbulent era, Japan agents used various covert means in order to transmit information. They use the melody and lyrics of the music to hide the message in a seemingly innocuous song. With its beautiful melody and subtle lyrics, it seems to be just a song expressing longing on the surface, but in that special historical context, it has become a carrier of secret information.
By comparing the lyrics of "Autumn Water Yiren" with the numeric code in the notebook, Xiaoxue discovers that there is a mysterious connection between the two. Each number corresponds to a syllable in the lyrics, and the combination of these syllables can convey a complete message. The content of this information covers the specific details of military operations, material deployments, and spy activities at the time.
As Xiaoxue delved deeper, he found that this song "Autumn Water Yiren" was strictly forbidden to be played during the Anti-Japanese War. The use of this song by Japan agents to convey information has led to it being labeled as a "banned song" among the people. However, the melody and lyrics of this song are still quietly circulated among the people because of their beauty and soulfulness, and are even sung in some secret gatherings.
Xiaoxue's discovery not only gave him a deeper understanding of music, but also made him deeply interested in his family history. He began to consult a large number of historical materials, trying to find out the historical background of Feng Xiuying's family during the War of Resistance Against Japan. He discovered that Feng Xiuying's grandfather had held important military positions during that period, and that some members of the family were also involved in anti-Japanese activities. This made Xiaoxue even more convinced that the password in this iron box and notebook was closely related to the history of Feng Xiuying's family.
As time passed, Xiaoxue's research gradually deepened. He found that the song was not only used as a tool for transmitting intelligence at the time, but also as a battle song to motivate anti-Japanese soldiers. When many anti-Japanese soldiers heard this song, they would feel an inexplicable strength and courage. Although the song has been labeled as a "banned song", its influence among the people has not diminished in the slightest.
Xiaoxue's research not only unravels the secrets behind "Autumn Water Yiren", but also gives him a deeper understanding of the family's history. He realized that this was not only a historical discovery, but also a re-awareness and understanding of family history. With each new discovery revealed, Xiaoxue's interest in this piece of history grows, and he decides to continue his research and uncover more historical mysteries......
In the investigation of the library and archives, Xiaoxue is like a detective walking through the fog of history. He carefully flipped through the yellowed archives, looking for clues related to "Qiushui Yiren" and Feng Xiuying's family page by page. Among the dusty documents, he unexpectedly found a file labeled "Operation Ume". This file records the secret operations of Japan's secret services during the Sino-Japanese War, and some of the details seem to be inextricably linked to Feng Xiuying's experiences in her youth.
Operation Ume was a secret plan developed by Japan's secret services to gather intelligence and carry out sabotage activities. This action involved many fields, including military, political, economic, etc., and its purpose was to strengthen the suppression and control of China's anti-Japanese forces. Xiaoxue found that some of the executors of this operation were Japan spies who were proficient in Chinese culture and language, and they used various means to infiltrate Chinese society and carry out espionage activities.
In the archives, Xiaoxue notices some special markings and codes that bear a striking resemblance to the music code he found earlier in his notebook. He began to suspect that Feng Xiuying might have some kind of connection with Operation Wumei when she was young. Maybe she was inadvertently involved in the operation, or maybe she was in contact with the secret services for some purpose.
Xiaoxue's heart was full of questions and curiosity. He wanted to know, what was Feng Xiuying's life like when she was young? How did she become associated with Operation Ume? Does she know the secret behind "Autumn Water Yiren"? These questions hung over Xiaoxue's mind like a mist, driving him to continue his investigation.
In search of more clues, Xiaoxue began to visit some elderly relatives and neighbors, hoping to learn some stories about Feng Xiuying when she was younger. He discovered that Feng Xiuying was a very talented woman in her youth, who was not only proficient in music, but also had a keen interest in literature and history. In that turbulent era, Feng Xiuying's talent and enthusiasm made her the center of attention for many.
As the investigation deepens, Xiaoxue gradually discovers that Feng Xiuying's life when she was young was not as peaceful as it seemed on the surface. She has participated in some anti-Japanese activities and has been in contact with some anti-Japanese heroes. These discoveries made Xiaoxue even more convinced that there must be some kind of unknown connection between Feng Xiuying and the "Wumei Operation".
Xiaoxue's investigation gradually unravels the tip of history, but he knows that this is only the tip of the iceberg. He needs more evidence and clues to completely uncover the secret between Feng Xiuying and the "Wumei Operation". He decided to continue his search in libraries and archives in the hope of finding more information and restoring that dusty history. Xiaoxue's heart is full of anticipation and excitement, and he believes that as long as he perseveres, he will one day be able to unravel all the mysteries......
Xiaoxue's heart was full of excitement and uneasiness, and she gradually pieced together an astonishing truth through the dialogue of the elderly in the family and the comparison of historical materials. Her grandmother Feng Xiuying, the kind and gentle old man on weekdays, may have been an anti-Japanese spy with the code name "Plum Blossom" back then. This discovery was like a hammer, knocking on Xiaoxue's heart, and her understanding of her grandmother changed dramatically.
The old man in the family always has a mysterious smile when he recalls the scene of Feng Xiuying's youth. They say that Feng Xiuying was not only brilliant but also courageous when she was young, and that her actions were often unexpected, but she always played an important role in critical moments. Listening to these stories, Xiaoxue couldn't help but have a question in her heart: Is Feng Xiuying in these stories the same person as the grandmother she knows?
In the historical materials, Xiaoxue found a record of "plum blossoms". "Meihua" is an anti-Japanese hero who went undercover in the Japanese secret service, and with her outstanding wisdom and courage, she provided a lot of valuable information for the underground party. The identity of this hero has always been a mystery, no one knows her real name, only that she is active in the heart of the enemy under the code name "Plum Blossom".
Xiaoxue compared the descriptions of the elderly in the family with the records in historical sources, and found many striking similarities. Feng Xiuying's talent, courage and performance at critical moments coincide with the characteristics of "Plum Blossom". What makes Xiaoxue even more convinced is that Feng Xiuying's familiarity with the song "Qiushui Yiren" and her mastery of the music code all imply that she has an extraordinary connection with "Operation Wumei".
Xiaoxue began to dig deeper into Feng Xiuying's past, visiting Feng Xiuying's friends and colleagues from her youth, and consulting a large number of historical documents related to the War of Resistance Against Japan. In these materials, Xiaoxue found some key evidence, such as the records of some secret meetings that Feng Xiuying had attended, as well as her correspondence with some members of the underground party. Although scattered, these pieces of evidence are connected to form a convincing chain of evidence.
Xiaoxue's investigation gradually deepens, and she begins to realize that Feng Xiuying's past is far more complex and rich than she imagined. This seemingly ordinary old man actually had a thrilling anti-Japanese experience. Her wisdom, courage and spirit of sacrifice made an indelible contribution to the victory of the War of Resistance Against Japan.
However, Xiaoxue also knows that her investigation has only just begun. To completely uncover Feng Xiuying's true identity, more evidence and clues are needed. She decided to continue to dig deeper, not only to correct her grandmother's name, but also to restore that magnificent history. Xiaoxue's heart is full of determination and courage, and she believes that as long as she perseveres, she will one day be able to uncover all the mysteries and let Feng Xiuying's heroic deeds be praised by the world......
Faced with the outside world's investigation of the identity of the "Wumei Operation" and the "Plum Blossom" spies, Feng Xiuying and her comrades-in-arms felt unprecedented pressure. They know very well that this period of history is not only related to the fate of individuals, but also related to the honor and dignity of the entire anti-Japanese struggle. In order to protect the historical truth and the privacy of the parties involved, they decided to take decisive measures.
First, they began to destroy all evidence that could reveal their identity. This includes documents that record details of the operation, correspondence, and anything else that could reveal their identity. In Feng Xiuying's home, those seemingly ordinary daily necessities are actually hidden secrets. For example, the notebook with the music code recorded, the old telegraph, and even the seemingly innocuous daily necessities can become a hidden danger to revealing their identity.
In the process of destroying evidence, Feng Xiuying and her comrades-in-arms behaved extremely cautiously and meticulously. They know that every detail can be a clue to the enemy. They burned documents, dismantled telegraphs, and examined seemingly ordinary everyday items to make sure there were no traces of information that could be leaked. Although the process was difficult, they showed extraordinary determination and determination.
However, the mere destruction of evidence does not completely dispel suspicion. Feng Xiuying and her comrades-in-arms realized that they needed to take more active measures to protect the historical truth and the privacy of the people involved. They decided to plan to make some of the information public available in order to direct public attention and reduce excessive attention to the "Umei operation" and the identity of the "plum blossom" agents.
They began to orchestrate a public information campaign. The purpose of this event is to show the public the difficulty and complexity of the underground struggle during the Anti-Japanese War, and at the same time to reveal the sacrifices and contributions of the heroes who worked silently behind the scenes. In this way, they hope to give people a more comprehensive and deep understanding of that period of history, so as to reduce the excessive focus on individual characters.
During the planning process, Feng Xiuying and her comrades-in-arms repeatedly discussed and revised the plan, striving to be both real and touching. They have selected some typical stories and cases, through which they show the difficulty and complexity of the underground struggle, as well as the selfless dedication of those heroes. They also emphasized the collective nature of the underground struggle, emphasizing that the contribution of each member is indispensable.
As the planning deepened, Feng Xiuying and her comrades-in-arms began to feel an unprecedented sense of mission. They know that this event is not only a review of history, but also a tribute to the heroes who work silently behind the scenes. They hope that in this way, more people will remember that period of history and remember the heroes who made great sacrifices for the country and the nation.
In the process of investigation, Xiaoxue also gradually realized the efforts and sacrifices of Feng Xiuying and her comrades. She began to understand that this history was not just about the heroic deeds of individuals, but also about the struggle and sacrifice of an entire nation. She decided to join this planning event and contribute in her own way to the preservation of historical truth and the privacy of the parties involved.
Xiaoxue used her musical talent to create a song called "Plum Blossoms". This song is based on the melody of "Autumn Water Yiren", and incorporates respect and nostalgia for the "Plum Blossom" spy. She hopes that through this song, more people will remember that history and the heroes who worked silently behind the scenes. Xiaoxue's actions were not only supported by Feng Xiuying and her comrades-in-arms, but also welcomed and recognized by the general public.
As time passed, the efforts of Feng Xiuying and her comrades-in-arms gradually paid off. The public information release activities they planned successfully diverted the public's attention and reduced the excessive attention to the "Umei operation" and the identity of the "plum blossom" agents. At the same time, the song "Plum Blossom" created by Xiaoxue has also been widely circulated among the people, becoming a kind of commemoration and remembrance of that period of history.
Xiaoxue and Feng Xiuying's comrades-in-arms, through their efforts and sacrifices, successfully protected the historical truth and the privacy of the parties involved. Their actions not only give people a deeper understanding of that period of history, but also make people full of respect and nostalgia for the heroes who worked silently behind the scenes......