Chapter 368 I'm fighting him
Chapter 368 I'm fighting him
In early November.
The war on the peninsula intensified.
It was undoubtedly a strong stimulant for the important officials of the national government.
It not only eliminated the threat of the field army attacking the island.
At the same time, the US military has made its position clear and is very likely to form a coalition to intervene in the war.
This made the chairman, who was quite talented in military affairs, keenly smell a hint of counterattack.
In the war room.
The Chairman personally convened a military meeting.
Participants included Sun Liren, Chen Cheng, Zhou Zhirou, Jianfeng and others.
"Here's the latest news, everyone.
“North America has just passed a resolution at the United Nations to send allied forces to the peninsula to join the war.
"Led by the US and British armies, a coalition of 17 nations!
“Seventeen countries!
"They have the most advanced aircraft, artillery, and the best fighters.
“This is simply an unstoppable force!
"In my opinion, the northern peninsula will surely be a great victory, and the war can be ended in a month at most.
“This is also our opportunity.
"I have applied to General Douglas MacArthur, the Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces, for the dispatch of troops.
“This will be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!”
After the chairman finished speaking, he pulled out the map of the peninsula, pointed at it and continued:
“I suggest that General Sun Liren send 30,000 troops to assist the Allied Forces in advancing into the Northeast.
“Once the offensive on the northern route begins, Huang Jie and Gao Kuiyuan will lead another 100,000 troops with the help of the U.S. military transport ships to land along the coast and attack the Red Army from the north and south.
"In this way, the counterattack will surely be successful."
He waved his hand with great heroism.
"God bless you, Sir!
“There is hope for the revival of the party-state!”
The generals were also very excited and passionate.
"Chairman, I will pull out the army right away. If we don't move now, it will get moldy." Sun Liren asked for orders.
"Chairman, I can gather an army of 100,000 in five days." Gao Kuiyuan stood up and said without being left behind.
"well.
"The country's cutting-edge opportunities must not be lost.
"I hope you all will work together!"
The chairman said proudly.
……
a few days later.
Allied Command.
MacArthur and the other 16 generals had very different opinions on whether to agree with the National Army entering the peninsula to fight.
MacArthur wanted the National Army to join the war.
After all, one more person means more power.
However, countries like Britain have already recognized the mainland, and once the national army joins the war, it will be a clear declaration of war.
This is unacceptable to those countries that do not want the war to cross the Yalu River.
For a while, the two sides were in a stalemate.
boom!
MacArthur closed the door, returned to the hall, sat on the sofa and smoked his pipe tiredly.
"General, the people on the Bay Island are asking for your reply." Adjutant Holson walked in.
"Trouble.
"British General Milton and others are very opposed to the National Army's participation in the war." MacArthur exhaled a puff of smoke and said worriedly.
“General, why don’t you ask Hong.
"Welsh's Marines are currently stationed in Keelung. He and Hong Zhi were friends in the past, so maybe we can listen to Hong's advice," Holson said.
"flood?
“That’s a naive guy.
“He told me last time that we were going to lose this war.
"To be honest, I don't understand how we could lose when we have the strongest coalition in the world."
MacArthur shook his head and laughed.
“He must be joking.
"But he might be able to convince the British, you know he's a good talker and a good spender.
“Isn’t Chiang eager to join the war?
"The money is just paid by them, so you don't have to spend money lobbying."
Holson said.
“Well, Jiang’s money.
“The best speaker in the world.
“It fits perfectly.
"It's settled. Send an order immediately to send Hong to Tokyo with the money."
MacArthur was very pleased with the suggestion.
……
Shilin official residence.
11pm.
The chairman was walking in the back garden with a cane, looking worried.
For some unknown reason, the participation of the Nationalist Army in the war, which MacArthur had promised himself, has not yet materialized.
After several inquiries, the Allies were vague, saying that they were still considering it and asked him to wait for news.
It's been a week.
The army has assembled, and they are all eagerly waiting to cross the sea and enter the island to fight.
If this drags on, the army's morale will be broken.
"Darling, I have asked Ling Kan to lobby Truman's security assistant. Maybe there will be results soon.
"Besides, who would refuse help when it's offered to them?
"The Allies may be having a dispute over the allocation of supplies."
The lady took his arm and comforted him softly.
“Supplies are easy to say.
“We can also bring our own weapons and food to fight.
"This is a rare opportunity to counterattack. If we miss it, I'm afraid we will never be able to turn things around again."
The chairman said in a distracted manner.
Just saying.
Yu Jishi came over in a hurry:
"Commissioner, the Allied Command has called back.
“MacArthur invited Hong Zhiyou to visit Tokyo.
"This is the content of the telegram."
He handed over the telegram.
After reading it, the chairman frowned and handed it to his wife: “The British believe that our participation in the war will cause tension on the mainland, so they sent troops to the North Island.
“This is very detrimental to their diplomacy.
"For example, India and France do not want to be at odds with the mainland.
"MacArthur is in a difficult situation now. He wants us to send a lobbying group and prepare funds to lobby the British and French army group commanders."
"That's a good idea, but why is it Hong Zhiyou?" the lady frowned.
“Hong Zhiyou went to Tokyo last time and had a good personal relationship with MacArthur.
“It also involves some cooperation on food and loans.
"Besides, he is indeed a good debater and is proficient in foreign languages.
"In my opinion, we should do as MacArthur wants and let Jianfeng appoint Hong Zhiyou to go to Tokyo to lobby."
The chairman was in a slightly better mood.
……
The next day.
Bashengyuan, office.
Jianfeng was reviewing documents when Yu Jishi walked in and handed over the telegram without saying a word.
Jianfeng finished reading it and frowned, "Did father agree?"
"There is no better way than to agree." Yu Jishi said.
“The military situation is urgent and there is no time to delay.
"Hurry up and tell Hong Zhiyou to come."
he urged.
"Okay, I'll try." Jianfeng was a little embarrassed.
Since the dispute with him that day, Hong Zhiyou submitted his resignation within two days of returning home, and it was approved by himself.
At that time, I thought, let him sit for a while, and he will come back when he gets wise.
Who would have thought that the person would disappear without a trace after being left out.
"Wan'an, go find Hong Zhiyou.
"Tell him to come to Basheng Garden to see me as soon as possible."
Jianfeng ordered.
"Yes." Wan'an accepted the order.
"Director, the house is empty. According to the neighbors and Yu Zecheng, Hong Zhi drove Wu Jingzhong out of the hospital and headed south a few days ago.
“No one knows where he went.”
Soon, Wan'an came back to report.
"What!
"Immediately check the port and airport entry and exit management offices to see if he has already left the country." Jianfeng said in shock.
“Checked.
“These are extraordinary times and no one has left the country recently.
“He is also on your special list.
“If we were going to leave the country, someone would have already reported it.
"So, I speculate that Hong and Wu should still be on the island."
Wanan Road.
"Look for him, even if you have to dig three feet deep into the ground." Jianfeng ordered.
……
Keelung Marine Corps Station.
Hong Zhiyou pushed Wu Jingzhong for a walk downstairs of St. John's Hospital:
"Teacher, you haven't been here yet.
"Look, that's the American warship over there."
He pointed to the ships docked in the harbor in the distance.
“When I was in Jinhai, I relied on the Americans.
“When we get to the north of the bay, we still rely on the Americans.
"When can we live without the Americans?"
Wu Jingzhong sighed coldly.
“Isn’t the mainland doing well?
"What Amethyst? The American military base. They were all scared and ran away when the cannons sounded." Hong Zhiyou said with a smile.
"Yes.
"It's incomprehensible. They were wearing straw sandals and carrying millet and rifles, but they were so strong. How could we, with so many German cannons and submachine guns, have to bow down to them?"
Wu Jingzhong couldn't figure it out.
“Perhaps this is what Mr. Shouchang and Mr. Zhongfu fought for with their lives.
"Integrity, hope, faith.
“When the people have faith, the country has strength, and the nation has hope.
“I used to think they were hollow and stupid.
“Now it’s all coming true.
"Looking back, it's ultimately because they were too ahead of their time, and I and the Kuomintang were too vulgar."
He sighed with a very unpleasant feeling.
"Let's go back to the ward." Hong Zhiyou said.
"Jianfeng and the others won't come looking for you, right?" Wu Jingzhong asked.
“It’s no use coming.
“In the past, the Americans were their fathers, but now they are their grandfathers.
"Even if they were given ten guts, they wouldn't dare to break into a private hospital of the US military."
Hong Zhiyou pushed Wu Jingzhong as he walked.
"Are you sure you won't cause any trouble?" Wu Jingzhong asked.
"Won't.
“This time I really got into a fight with him.
"Otherwise, some people will really think I'm a puppet." Hong Zhiyou sneered coldly.
As he was speaking, a jeep stopped.
Anderson and Welsh walked over quickly.
"Hong, long time no see.
"I thought I would never see you again in this life, but I didn't expect that we would meet again." "Praise God!"
Wales quickly got out of the car and hugged Hong Zhiyou in a bear hug.
"The general just finished a meeting in Tokyo and heard that you were in the Taiwan Island. He even turned down Commander MacArthur's banquet and rushed back to meet you." Anderson helped his boss make an invitation.
"General, long time no see. Praise God." Hong Zhiyou patted Wales against his will.
What God.
The light shines only on these greedy people.
The Seventh Fleet is stationed in Keelung.
Hong Zhiyou contacted Anderson.
Wales was in such a hurry to come back, not for the people, it was obvious that he came for the money.
"I am currently the commander of the Keelung base of the 3rd Division of the Seventh Fleet, and my main task is to assist in the defense of the Taiwan Strait.
“Well, it’s boring.
"It's not as cool as playing cards and drinking with you in Jinhai."
Wales half complained, but his eyes were extremely eager.
"The Seventh Fleet is responsible for transporting arms. This is the most lucrative job. How can it be boring?" Hong Zhiyou knew that these guys were eager to make money.
"I've thought about it, but there is a joint inspection and it will be very troublesome if we are caught." Wales shrugged, holding a cigar in his mouth.
“That depends on how you do the accounting.
“The 17-nation coalition has so many people and they are divided into different ranks.
"For example, the Indians are just cannon fodder on the battlefield, so you can do something about their logistics and munitions.
"As long as it does not harm the United States, Britain, and France.
“As for the rest, it’s fine as long as it’s roughly the same.
"For example, for winter clothes, the three nations use the specified high-quality cotton, while the other allied forces can use inferior quality. If they are purchased from Hong Kong, Singapore and other places, they can quote a 10% higher price to the buyers there.
"This way, you can make more accounts inside and outside."
Hong Zhiyou said lightly.
Wales was stunned and gave a thumbs up: "Hong, you are simply a business genius.
“But I feel like it’s too complicated.
"How about I invite you to work as an assistant secretary in Team Three?"
Wales asked, a little confused.
"This is not a good idea. You are American soldiers and I am just an outsider." Hong Zhiyou said.
“It’s not that simple.
“Didn’t Commander Kirk award you the Golden Palm Medal of Freedom before?
“Although the immigration of Chinese people is very difficult now.
"But you are a friend of America. We can always get it done for you if you want."
Wales patted his chest and made a promise.
"Forget about immigrating to North America." Hong Zhiyou shook his head.
He is now an "illegal resident".
Away from the mainland, Xiaoshan Tupao is the most beautiful name.
In fact, from the moment he boarded the plane in Fuzhou, he had been expelled from his hometown.
Who is he now?
Hong Zhiyou couldn't explain it clearly either.
Hong Kong Island?
Xiangdao is now just like him, a lonely wanderer.
Once the roots are cut off, it is difficult to return to the homeland.
I don’t feel anything when I don’t mention this kind of thing normally, but when I do mention it occasionally, all the beauty of Jinhai instantly turns into unspeakable homesickness.
“It doesn’t matter, just based on the Golden Palm Award, you don’t have to join our army and can work as a private external assistant.
“You get three and I get seven.
"how?"
Wales is simple-minded.
But he knew very well that professional matters should be left to professionals.
Hong Zhiyou is an honest and trustworthy businessman, and his reputation is known to everyone.
Wales had no fear that he would deliberately deceive him.
"Deal." Hong Zhi nodded.
"But I'm afraid I don't have time. I have a friend in Tokyo who can come over to help you." He thought for a moment and said.
"Who?" Wales asked.
"You know Xie Ruolin, who was in charge of the Party's communication bureau back then." Hong Zhiyou said.
Lao Xie just came back from North America some time ago.
Just happened to be transferred here to do the accounting for Wales.
"Thank you, sir. That's great." Wales agreed happily.
"Anderson, arrange lunch at the best restaurant." He turned and instructed Anderson.
noon.
Hong Zhiyou pushed Wu Jingzhong into the barracks.
It's safer here than in the hospital.
2 p.m.
Wan'an's men rushed to Keelung, accompanied by Yu Zecheng.
“Captain Wan, we can confirm that Hong Zhiyou is in the U.S. military base.
"This is the record of Wu Jingzhong changing the medicine."
Chen Hui, stationmaster of Keelung Station, reported.
"I'm going to negotiate with the U.S. military."
Wanan got out of the car and arrived at the heavily guarded gate.
"I am the chief of security of Director Jiang of the Information Group. Please inform General Wales." Wan An showed his ID.
"Wait a moment." Immediately, a sentry who understood Chinese went forward to deliver the message.
Soon, the sentry came back:
"I'm sorry, the general is on an inspection trip at sea and has no time to see you."
"I know that Director Hong Zhiyou of the Internal Investigation Bureau is at your station. Can you ask him to come out and tell him that I have something urgent to discuss with him?" Wan An said again.
"Sorry, this is a US military base, outsiders are not allowed to enter without permission."
The sentry looked impatient and ignored them.
that's it.
Wan'an tried several methods, including asking the embassy and the Allied Command, but no one agreed to the various attempts to manipulate the garrison bases.
It took two days in a row.
Wan'an was so anxious that his mouth was covered with bubbles, but he still couldn't find a solution.
"Mr. Yu, why don't you give it a try.
"The director said that everything can be discussed as long as Hong Zhi can come out." Wan An looked at Yu Zecheng standing aside.
"let me try."
Yu Zecheng thought about it.
He found the guard and gestured to him.
After a while, Xie Ruolin, wearing a white suit, white leather shoes, and with a slicked-back hair, came out:
"Old, Old Yu, why are you here to join in the fun?"
"Old Xie, are you working for the US military?" Yu Zecheng looked at the badge on his chest and asked with a smile.
"Hey, Meng Zhi has a recommendation. I can...make a living here." Xie Ruolin said.
"Is Chi here?
"Director Jiang has something urgent to tell him," said Yu Zecheng.
"Feel sorry.
"Lao Yu, no...it's not that I don't give you face.
"Zhi Youzheng is accompanying the old man to recuperate. Besides, he has already resigned and is no longer an important official in the government. The resignation letter was also signed by your Director Jiang himself.
"Isn't it too late to look for it now?"
Xie Ruolin smiled.
"Go back.
"He won't see anyone."
He waved his hand and left.
Yu Zecheng walked back and shrugged angrily, "No."
"Why.
“This is trouble.
"Go back and report first."
Wan'an had no choice but to return to Wanbei.
Basheng Garden.
Wanan reported truthfully.
Jianfeng was so angry that he slammed the table and said, "This guy is deliberately picking a fight with me.
"Have Yu Zecheng call Xie Ruolin right away and tell him that I agree to Wu Jingzhong returning to Hong Kong Island. As long as Hong Zhiyou comes back, everything can be discussed."
Wan'an took the order and left.
Soon, he came back and reported sadly:
"Director, the U.S. military has issued an order that all calls related to Hong Zhi should not be answered.
"Including you and the staff of the President's Chamberlain."
"Good boy, you are so bold! He is trying to take advantage of me." Jianfeng was furious.
As I was cursing, the phone rang.
He answered:
“Yes, yes.
"I'll be there soon."
"My father asked me to go over here. I think MacArthur has issued an ultimatum. You should continue to find a way to contact Hong Zhiyou."
He gave instructions and rushed to the official residence.
As soon as you enter the official residence.
The chairman asked hurriedly, "Have you contacted Hong Zhi?"
“We have made contact.
"He is treating Wu Jingzhong at the US military base and is unwilling to come out." Jianfeng frowned.
"He is an important official in the Internal Investigation Bureau of the National Government. How dare he disobey orders?" the chairman asked angrily.
“Father, he, he resigned.
“I approved it.”
Jianfeng shrugged his head and said.
"no?
"Didn't he just persuade Chen Lifu to leave for you and get promoted to director of the Investigation Department?
"Why did you resign out of the blue?
"In the end what happened!"
The chairman realized something was wrong and asked sternly.
"Wu Jingzhong was shot, and Hong Zhi wanted to..." Jianfeng did not dare to hide it and told the truth.
“Confused.
"You!
“To govern people, one must be strict but not lenient.
"Isn't he just Wu Jingzhong? He's disabled, so what if you let him go to Hong Kong?
"Just because of such a small matter, you are going to quarrel with a fierce general?
"You are simply..."
The chairman was so angry that he picked up his cane and really wanted to beat him.
"Father, I was wrong about this, what should I do now?
"Hong Zhiyou is hiding in the US military base and won't come out. He won't even answer the phone, so we can't rob him.
"The Allied forces are about to start fighting. If we delay any longer, the opportunity will be lost."
Jianfeng Road.
"Why.
"As long as you know.
“Now that things have come to this, we can only look for someone else.
"Madam recommended Kong Lingkan. Let's let him go to Tokyo and give it a try."
The chairman sighed softly.
"All right.
"As long as he can deal with the Allied Forces and agree to send troops, I am willing to take a step back and allow him to return to the Executive Yuan to participate in politics." Jianfeng gritted his teeth and said.
"Um!
“Kong Lingkan has been operating in North America for so many years.
“Extremely well connected.
“I have extensive experience in dealing with foreigners.
“He may not lose to Hong Zhiyou if he takes the field.
"As Madam said, at critical moments, family members are always more reliable than outsiders."
The chairman nodded and said with high hopes.
……
(End of this chapter)