Chapter 224 This explosion is earth-shattering
Chapter 224: This explosion shook the world
Li Ya returned to the office.
After a moment's thought, he picked up the phone and dialed a number:
"Meet Comrade Jianfeng from the second residence."
Soon, Comrade Jianfeng's majestic and deep voice was heard from the other side.
"Comrade Jianfeng, Wu Jingzhong asked his secretary to get the explosives from the equipment department.
“Yes, the method was rather crude.
“Should I stop him?
"okay, I get it.
"Goodbye, take care of yourself."
After hanging up the phone, Li Ya bit his lip.
It can be heard that Jianfeng was a little dissatisfied, but he didn't ask him to stop it. He just let him do his own thing.
Teacher.
You may really be old.
Times have changed. Will your old tricks still work?
……
Jingling.
Jianfeng quickly came to the No. 1 official residence near the river.
The Chairman was standing in front of the map and observing it.
“Come here.
"Right now, Hu Zongnan's army is besieging northern Shaanxi, and a major war is imminent.
"I have a feeling that the Red Bandits in the northeast may launch a crazy counterattack in the southwest, cooperate with the Red Tickets to open up the main roads, and join forces with their main force from the east of northern Hebei and Inner Mongolia to flee to the northeast."
The chairman pointed at the map with his cane and analyzed.
"yes.
“The Northeast has dense forests and abundant resources.
"There are several arsenals left over by Zhang Zuolin.
"Pan Shuoduan of the 184th Division took the lead in rebelling against the enemy in June, which greatly dampened Du Yuming's morale.
“Although we have the situation under control right now, the most capable Lin troops in the Red Army have been shuttling back and forth in the Northeast, which is quite a headache.
“I think it’s only a matter of time before they are wiped out.
“But we must never allow the Red Bandit headquarters to enter the Northeast.
"We can starve them to death in northern Shaanxi, but no one in the northeast will starve to death.
"And they could flee northwards into the Soviet Union.
"It will be difficult to catch them all at once then."
Jianfeng nodded respectfully and expressed his opinion.
“That’s what I’m worried about.
"This is also the reason why I am in a hurry to fly to Shenyang. Our soldiers lack resilience. They are fine when we win a battle, but they lose their energy and spirit when they lose a battle.
“Although the Red Bandits were short of weapons and food, their will was very stubborn.
"People who wear shoes are always afraid that their shoes are dirty. If they don't solve this problem of consciousness, they will not be able to compete with those barefoot people."
The chairman sighed.
“This is just too much good times.
"When we were fighting the Japanese invaders in the Northern Expedition, millions of our soldiers were buried in the mountains and rivers. We were never afraid.
"It's only been less than two years and the army's morale is so low.
“In my opinion, corruption has caused confusion among people. Everyone only cares about money, not the party, the country and the leader. If this continues, it will become a serious problem.
"It needs to be treated with strong medicine."
Jianfeng frowned and said angrily.
“It’s good that you can see that.
"We can start with local political and business sectors, and put the anti-corruption efforts in the military on hold for now.
"It's not the time yet."
The chairman nodded.
"correct.
“Father, Wu Jingzhong is about to take action.
"He had someone collect the explosives, and the amount was quite large."
Jianfeng reported.
"madness!
"How could Madam not know that someone was trying to harm Lin Tai?
"Based on past experience, she would definitely risk her life to be with Lin Tai day and night.
"just in case……"
The chairman frowned.
"Yes.
"Madam needs to take care of military aid and loans, so there must be no mistakes.
"I will send a telegram to denounce Wu Jingzhong and ask him to cancel the plan immediately."
Jianfeng Road.
"Need not.
"There are many people in the party and the country who are trying to protect themselves, but few who are willing to work hard.
“His methods were foolish, but his heart was sincere.
“Jinhai is a strategic location, and this fortress needs old-fashioned people to guard it.
“It’s not easy to win people’s hearts, so let him be.
"Then ask Madam to cancel the original route."
The chairman waved his hand.
"Yes, father." Jianfeng said.
"If I remember correctly, he and you were classmates at Sun Yat-sen University in Moscow?"
The chairman asked.
"Yes, father.
"We have always had a good personal relationship. When I was sick in the Soviet Union, he and Zheng Jieming took care of me." Jianfeng replied.
“Then let him explode.
“He has made great contributions in Jinhai’s recent events.
“Loyalty is rare.
"It exploded. You'll need people like this in the future."
The chairman said.
"Yes, father." Jianfeng accepted the order respectfully.
……
The headquarters office of the Bureau of Secrets.
"Brother, you're looking for me." Mao Wanli walked in quickly.
"Sixth Brother, have you contacted the person?" Mao Renfeng asked.
“Contacted.
"Among the chefs that Madam serves, one has been bribed by me.
“Then he will poison Lin Tai’s coffee or food.
"Make sure she's sent to see the King of Hell."
Mao Wanli said.
"Is this person reliable?" Mao Renfeng asked.
"reliable.
"This man's sister used to be Zhou Fohai's lover.
“He was later killed by the Red Ticket Anti-Traitor Squad.
“So, he hated red tickets extremely.
"Another group of assassins have already entered Jinhai and started secretly investigating and gathering intelligence.
“They are all carefully selected experts.
"Lin Tai has no chance of survival this time."
Mao Wanli said with great pride.
"Sixth brother, the chairman and Jianfeng attach great importance to this operation.
“This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
"I suggest that you immediately go to Jinhai in secret to take charge.
“If Lin Tai is killed, neither the Red Ticket, the Democratic Alliance, nor the party elders will let Wu Jingzhong go.
“When public opinion gathers, students alone will destroy his house.
“Not to mention the Red Ticket Anti-Traitor Team.
"Then I will ask the chairman and Jianfeng to commend you for killing Lin. With your qualifications, the position of the station chief of Jinhai Station will be in your pocket, right?" Mao Renfeng said with a cunning smile.
"That's what the elder brother said.
"Killing Lin Tai will benefit me in every way and will not cause any harm. Once she dies, Wu Jingzhong will be buried with her!"
Mao Wanli also gritted his teeth and praised.
"Go ahead.
"When you come back, I'll have a banquet to celebrate your success.
"I wish you success."
Mao Renfeng patted him on the shoulder.
"Yes, Chief." Mao Wanli saluted excitedly and walked away quickly.
"Wu Jingzhong, Wu Jingzhong, I want to see how you die this time!"
Mao Renfeng looked at the rolling Yangtze River with a sneer on his face.
……
1 month 3 day.
There was a northerly wind overnight and the temperature dropped sharply.
The Chairman, wearing a thick black cloak, held the hand of Mrs. Chiang and waved goodbye to the important officials of the National Government who came to see them off.
"Wenbai, call the lady over."
After entering the cabin, he gave instructions to Zhang Zhizhong who was standing beside him.
Afterwards, the two Song sisters had a great chat with each other.
"Madam, the chairman asks you to come over." Zhang Wenbai bowed slightly to the two of them and said respectfully.
"Sister, I'll go first."
Mrs. Jiang stood up and came to Jiang's side.
"I think it's better not to meet with industrial and commercial and student representatives during this trip to Jinhai. Jinhai has just had a spy case and leprosy, and I'm afraid it's not safe." said the chairman.
“I’ve seen it before.
“Now that I’m there, if I don’t see you, I’ll always feel like I’m missing some public opinion.
“This trip to Jinhai was mainly to canvass votes for constitutionalism.
“Foreign media describe you as a military dictator.
“Truman said this would have a bad impact on the international community, was undemocratic, and would be easy for the opposition to use as an excuse to attack us in Congress, which would be detrimental to military aid.
“Constitutionalism must be done quickly.
“I am afraid that some people in the party and the state will take advantage of the opportunity to stir up trouble.
"We still need to win over the will and hearts of the people."
Mrs. Jiang said gently.
“This is secondary.
"As long as Hu Zongnan and Du Yuming can win the battle, no one will dare to have any evil intentions.
“What matters is your safety.
"If you were alone, I wouldn't be worried.
"Madam Sun is here too, and there are many things that even I cannot control.
"More people means more danger. Let's cancel the meeting."
The chairman spoke a few more words patiently.
Seeing that he was determined to do so, the lady had no choice but to nod in agreement.
"Sister, the meeting between the business, industrial and student circles of Jinhai has been cancelled. Zhongzheng wants to move it to the hotel, and then hold a meeting and party for all walks of life." Returning to her chair, she held her eldest sister's hand and said softly.
"I understand." Lin Tai smiled.
She knew her sister had a hard time too.
She has always sympathized with the red ticket and was extremely dissatisfied with Chiang's bloody dictatorship.
Especially at this moment when the economy is collapsing, corruption is rampant from top to bottom, and the people are in dire straits, but Chiang is obsessed with civil war.
Lin Tai traveled around the country with increasing determination, fighting for the people's livelihood and the future of the nation.
She naturally knew that she was a thorn in Jiang's side.
As for my sister, she had to protect Jiang's interests and keep herself safe at the same time. Neither of them could convince the other, so she was caught in the middle.
Hey!
If you knew that the Three Principles of the People are the corruption and dictatorship of today's Chiang Kai-shek government, I wonder what your spirit in heaven would think.
Lin Tai looked out the window and sighed slightly in his heart.
……
Jinhai Station.
Half past seven in the morning.
Wu Jingzhong arrived at the office early, which was rare.
"Zhiyou, how are the arrangements going?" he asked.
“The bomb was placed on the planned route.
"Then we will blow up the feint convoy."
Hong Zhi has the Tao.
"Well, we can blow it up, and that's what the chairman and Jianfeng want to see.
“But the prerequisite is that Lin Tai and his team must change their route.
"Are you sure?"
Wu Jingzhong said.
"Teacher, Li Ya already knows that I took the explosives, and he will definitely report it to Jianfeng secretly.
“In my opinion, the chairman and Jianfeng may have already made a plan to change the route in order to protect Mrs. Jiang.
"When the time comes, I can persuade them again and get our Jinhai Station out of the way."
Hong Zhi has the Tao.
"it is good.
"Also be careful of Li Ya and Mao Renfeng.
"I got news from the headquarters that Mao Renfeng had sent people to Jinhai a few days ago to stake out the area, and Mao Wanli had already entered Tianjin last night. I don't know where he is hiding.
"Your plan is good, but you still have to be careful.
"I'm worried that he failed to kill Lin Tai, so he'll shoot you first."
Wu Jingzhong warned.
"Yes, teacher." Hong Zhiyou said.
“Also for security matters, you should bring along Bai Shiwei’s Security Command Inspection Office.
"If anything goes wrong, we can push the blame onto him and Chen Changjie."
Wu Jingzhong gave experienced advice.
"Yes.
"Teacher, what about Captain Li?" Hong Zhiyou was more worried about Li Ya.
“Don’t let Li Ya participate in the operation.
“Let that Gao Yuan stare at him to death!
“If necessary, we can use some tricks to trip him up.
"Has he stopped talking about little girls lately?"
Wu Jingzhong asked with a smile.
"No, Mei Yingxue's incident was a big blow to Li Ya. He never had a girlfriend again and even rarely talked to women." Hong Zhiyou said.
"Wine, sex, money, anger, eating, drinking, whoring and gambling.
"If you are a human being, you have to take one of these. Think about it carefully."
Wu Jingzhong said. Hong Zhiyou raised his eyebrows and looked at him, then laughed: "The student understands."
"It's almost time, go make arrangements."
Wu Jingzhong ordered.
……
Jinhai, airport.
11:20am.
The chairman's special plane landed steadily.
After a brief stop, the plane refueled and continued to fly towards Shenyang.
The airport is under tight lockdown.
"Madams!
"I have already arranged a place to stay at the International Hotel. Please move over."
Zhang Ting'e and Du Jianshi came to greet them.
"Have you checked everything?" asked Mrs. Jiang's military attaché.
"Security work is in the charge of Wu Jingzhong from the Bureau of Secrecy and Bai Shiwei, director of the Inspection Department of the Security Command. Madam, this is Hong Zhiyou, secretary of the Jinhai Station," Zhang Ting'e introduced.
“Madam, Mr. Lin Tai.
"The car has been arranged."
Hong Zhiyou greeted in a neither humble nor arrogant manner, and raised his hand to point to the luxury car beside him.
"Zhang Jing!"
Mrs. Jiang called the military officer.
The military officer immediately went to check with several capable attendants.
"Adjutant Zhang.
"Can I have a word with you?" Hong Zhiyou said to Zhang Jing.
"You guys check carefully.
"If there is even the slightest mistake, I'll chop off your heads."
Zhang Jing gave an order and followed Hong Zhiyou to the side.
"Recently, our station has detected that many spies from Peking have come to Tianjin, and they are most likely sent by the Guangxi clique.
"My wife has just obtained a loan of 1 billion US dollars in North America. Li Zongren must be very dissatisfied. I am worried that they will take action.
"Stationmaster Wu is very thorough.
"But the Beiping Headquarters has always controlled Pingjin, and there are many things he cannot clarify.
"For safety reasons, please ask the two ladies to cancel the welcome ceremony and change the original route."
Hong Zhiyou never mentioned the red ticket, only Li Zongren.
In the Pingjin area, Li Zongren's threat to the Chiang family was a hundred times greater than that of red tickets.
Mrs. Chiang was the money bag of the national army.
It is entirely possible that Li Zongren's Gui clique wanted to become more powerful and attacked her out of jealousy.
Furthermore, with Lin Tai here, it would be inappropriate to raise red votes.
Sure enough, Zhang Jing's expression changed slightly: "Wait a moment, I will ask my wife for instructions."
He walked to the car window and whispered a few words to Mrs. Jiang.
“Yes, that’s what the chairman meant.
"Cancel the welcome ceremony and change the route to the hotel."
Mrs. Jiang glanced at Hong Zhiyou and nodded.
"Dudu!"
Hong Zhiyou blew the iron whistle.
Soon, a group of cars with exactly the same license plates and models slowly drove over from the other side of the airport.
The car windows all had curtains drawn.
With Hong Zhiyi's wave of his hand, he drove out first.
"This man is quite cautious." Mrs. Jiang couldn't help but glance at Hong Zhi a few more times through the car window. She was deeply impressed by this cautious young man.
After leaving the airport, the convoy came to a fork in the road.
The "pretend team" continued to follow the original route.
Mrs. Jiang's motorcade took a side road and followed Hong Zhiyou's car to the hotel.
boom!
Not far away.
Then there was a loud bang that shocked the world.
In the direction of the convoy, there were balls of fire and black smoke rising into the sky.
"Quick, go check what happened."
Zhang Jing gave an order and continued to order the convoy to speed up.
Arrive at the hotel.
Soldiers were stationed every thirty steps.
Except for a few students and business representatives who were isolated and holding flowers.
The people nearby were nowhere to be seen.
All the shops and houses along the way were closed.
Fang Yuan looked over and saw that it was deserted.
The two ladies got out of the car.
Under the cover of the soldiers of the 94th Army, they quickly entered the hotel.
"Zhang Jing, what happened just now?"
Mrs. Jiang asked as she walked.
"When the feint convoy passed Qingshui Bridge, someone buried explosives in advance and the driver of the car in front died on the spot." Zhang Jing reported.
“That was a close call.
“But I don’t know whether it was directed at me or my sister.
"Thanks to that secretary, otherwise..."
Mrs. Jiang frowned and said with lingering fear.
"lady.
"The situation in Jinhai is indeed not peaceful right now. For safety reasons, I think it would be best for us to return to Jingling as soon as possible." Zhang Jing suggested.
“Confused.
"The chairman is in trouble now, and since I'm here, there's no reason for me to leave.
"Besides, no trip is complete without these things.
“Ask Wu Jingzhong to strengthen security.
“However, the originally scheduled three days can be shortened to two days.
"Tonight we will hold a party for the military, government, and business community. In particular, we must invite those famous party and state veterans and democratic figures in Pingjin as much as possible."
Mrs. Jiang ordered.
"Yes, I'll arrange it right away." Zhang Jing accepted the order.
Arrived at the lobby.
Hong Zhiyou was arranging the hotel's security, speaking fluent English with Anderson and the captain who led the team.
Soon, fully armed soldiers guarded the main roads of the hotel.
Including the rooftop, there are soldiers patrolling and guarding 24 hours a day.
"Why are there American soldiers?" Zhang Jing asked.
"You work in security too, so you should know that our culture is a society based on personal relationships.
"As long as you have some connections and some money, you can get in.
“They won’t.
“There’s a language barrier.
“Besides, their superiors have already given enough reward money, so there is no favor involved.
"Just think of them as a bunch of heartless janitors... machines."
Hong Zhiyou glanced at Anderson, who was fluent in Chinese, and swallowed the word "dog" back.
"But this is inconsistent with the security plan I submitted to my wife." Zhang Jing frowned.
“Plans cannot keep up with changes.
"Take me to see the lady immediately."
Hong Zhi has the Tao.
"Please come with me."
As a close guard, Zhang Jing naturally knew something about Hong Zhi.
The Chairman secretly ordered this person to deliver arms to Fu Zuoyi.
Now, Yu Xuan and I have the heavy burden of raising funds.
Everyone knows that Hong Zhi has a relationship with the Americans.
He was also invited by Ambassador Smith and Commander Cole in Jingling.
However, after meeting him today, Zhang Jing realized that the rumors were true.
Hong Zhiyou was able to command the arrogant American troops at will, and the key was that those American troops seemed happy to serve him, obeying his orders and being as respectful as their own commander.
It's incredible.
Arrived in the inner room.
The two ladies were sitting and drinking tea and chatting.
"Madam, Secretary Hong wants to see you." Zhang Jing stepped forward to report.
"Let him in." Mrs. Jiang said.
She doesn't know Hong Ji-you.
But Yu Xuan was extremely close to him, like his own son.
Yu Xuan has praised Hong Zhiyou many times.
In addition to the lane change incident today, Mrs. Jiang had a very good impression of Hong Zhi.
"lady.
"Can I talk to you two alone for a few words?" Hong Zhiyou said.
"it is good.
"All of you go down." Mrs. Jiang said.
“Madam, the situation in Jinhai is not favorable.
"Many people from Li Zongren's Beiping headquarters have arrived in Jinhai, and this is for you.
"I'm more worried about Mr. Chong."
He turned and bowed to Lin Tai.
"Tell me about it." Lin Tai said with a faint smile.
"Former members of the Kangze Rangers have secretly entered Tianjin.
“I guess they wanted to assassinate you and put the blame on Jianfeng.
"There is even more unfavorable news. According to reliable sources, Mao Wanli came to Jinhai with a number of elite subordinates, but his specific movements were not reported to Jinhai.
“I have no idea where he is going at the moment.
"But... maybe he is here to secretly protect the two ladies."
Hong Zhiyou said vaguely.
There are some things that everyone knows.
Mrs. Chiang knew better than anyone what Mao Wanli was here for.
But you must never say it out loud, as that would be an insult to the Chairman and Jianfeng, as well as to the Madam.
As expected, Mrs. Jiang frowned and became angry:
“These rats that Dai Li raised, what on earth do they want to do.
"Having one Shenzui is not enough.
“Now here comes another Mao Renfeng!
"Find a way to find them. My sister and I don't need their protection. Tell them to get as far away from us as possible."
"Yes." Hong Zhiyou took the order.
He knew that with just this one sentence, no matter what Mao Renfeng planned, he would have no good results after this incident with his wife.
It's just a matter of using little force to achieve great results!
“However, they are the elite of the old Military Control Commission, and Jinhai City is huge, so finding them is like looking for a needle in a haystack.
“For safety reasons.
“From now on, the security of this building is taken over by the US Marine Corps.
"At the same time, there will be a post every 94 steps on the neighboring streets, and all of them will be taken over by the th Army.
“In addition, the Bureau of Secrets, the Police, the Party Communications Bureau, and the Inspection Department only provide nominal protection and do not participate in any specific security operations.
"The purpose is to prevent people with ulterior motives from colluding or buying people off.
"For safety reasons, I would like to ask the two ladies for permission. From now on, all security will be in my charge, including your attendant, Adjutant Zhang, the chef, the waiter, etc."
“It has to be closely monitored.
"My people will be fully responsible for your safety, including food and so on.
"Please approve it."
After a pause, Hong Zhiyou said seriously.
"This..." Mrs. Jiang always felt uneasy without Zhang Jing.
"Can Zhang Jing stay?" she asked.
"Can.
"But only him." Hong Zhiyou relaxed a little.
"Sister, look." Mrs. Jiang looked at Lin Tai.
"I think it's okay." Lin Tai looked at Hong Zhiyou, smiled and nodded.
She knew Hong Zhiyou.
Mr. Situ raised donations to purchase supplies, and it was through this person that the supplies were transported to Yancheng.
The elders of Zhigong had a very high opinion of this boy.
Including Mr. Rong and his son.
She has been traveling around all year round to raise supplies for health, children and Yanbian.
Although I am not in Tianjin, I know the friendly name of this "Tianjin-Haikou" very well.
"Then do as my sister said. The security work will be fully entrusted to you." Mrs. Jiang has always been gentle and respectful in front of her steady sister. After thinking about it, she agreed.
"Thank you ma'am and sir."
Hong Zhiyou bowed slightly and clapped his hands.
Soon two people in training clothes walked in.
“Madam, sir.
"Let me introduce you two. This is my senior sister Chen Cuiping, the wife of our deputy station chief Yu of Jinhai Station. She is a disciple of Master Sun Lutang.
"This is Mr. Zhou Yan, a subordinate of Wang Yaqiao, the former leader of the Axe Gang.
“They are all top-notch experts.
"From now on, they will closely protect your safety."
Hong Zhiyou introduced.
Zhou Yan and Cui Ping nodded slightly to the two of them at the same time, and stood on either side in a capable manner.
"Wang Yaqiao's men." Zhang Jing's heart was pounding and he pulled out his pistol.
Mrs. Jiang also had a hint of anger in her eyes.
Everyone knows that Wang Yaqiao and Chiang Kai-shek were sworn enemies and that he had been plotting to assassinate Chiang Kai-shek all year round.
Mrs. Jiang had no time to avoid this kind of person, but Hong Zhiyou actually arranged for him to be her bodyguard.
“She was sent by Jinhai Station, but I came here because I admire and respect Mr. Lin Tai, so I accepted Secretary Hong’s invitation.
“Besides, we in the Axe Gang never attack women and children.
"Ma'am, don't worry."
Zhou Yan said honestly.
He never thought about protecting Mrs. Jiang.
But Ms. Lin Tai is Mr. Sun's widow, so he had no choice but to do it.
“He is truly a righteous man.
"Little sister, I think we should arrange it this way."
Lin Tai praised and turned to ask.
……
(End of this chapter)