Chapter 371 Give it to him, give it all to him!
Chapter 371 Give it to him, give it all to him!
"Yes, father!" Jianfeng accepted the order solemnly.
He had wanted to deal with Kong Lingkan for a long time.
It's just that because of my wife, I haven't been able to find a chance to do it.
Now that this idiot is seeking his own death, don't blame him for being rude.
……
In the hall.
Wan'an looked around and quietly walked to Hong Zhiyou.
"I don't need protection." Hong Zhiyou whispered.
"Who said I was here to protect you?
“The director has ordered that you are not allowed to leave this hall.
“He doesn’t look right today.
“I’ve followed him for so many years and I know him well.
"Believe me, he really wants to kill someone."
Wan'an also spoke in a low voice.
"You talk a lot today." Hong Zhiyou smiled.
"This area is under surveillance. People from the attendant room and the military police headquarters are rushing here. The foreign soldier took the girl to the second floor.
“It’s obvious that your foreign friend is not trustworthy at all.
"Outside the bathroom on the first floor, there is a back door. You can hold me hostage under the pretext of going to the bathroom, and then ask for a car to flee to the U.S. military base to apply for protection.
"However, Kong Lingkan has replaced you. The US military is greedy for money and may not be able to protect you. Otherwise, your foreign brother would not have run away at this time.
“After all, this is the only way.
"The director should have asked the chairman for orders. There is still time. The guards on duty are my people. Let's act."
Wan An continued vigilantly and competently.
"Are you saving me?" Hong Zhiyou looked at him.
"I'm afraid that you'll die and the chairman won't have any more wine to drink." Wan An retorted.
He has a ruler in his heart.
Hong Zhiyou did nothing wrong.
The Tokyo negotiations, the arrest of Kuang Fuchun, and the persuasion of Chen Lifu were all great achievements.
Just because Hong Zhiyou wanted to send his father-in-law back to Hong Kong for medical treatment, Jianfeng regarded him as disloyal and rejected his resignation report. This was simply a "false accusation" that was condemned by both humans and gods.
Wan'an is loyal to Jianfeng.
But his conscience told him that a person with such a true character as Hong Zhi should not die, at least not in such a meaningless way.
"Thank you." Hong Zhiyou smiled faintly.
"Why the hell you better leave. When the attendant room and the military police come, they won't recognize me." Wan An got a little annoyed when he saw that he didn't seem to be in a hurry.
"Lao Wan, with your skills, do you think Jianfeng will believe that I can hold you hostage?
"If I run away, you will die."
Hong Zhiyou spoke slowly, as if he was chatting about family matters.
"This... well, let's take it one step at a time." Wan'an was still cutely straight.
"I never betray my friends." Hong Zhiyou said.
"I'm not your friend." Wan An denied it flatly.
"No, pull it down!
"But my inauguration meeting today hasn't been held yet. It would be a big loss if I leave now. It's a big and lucrative position." Hong Zhiyou waved to the waiter in a relaxed manner, took two glasses of wine and handed one to Wan'an.
"You are like a drowned dog now. Foreigners don't want to bother with you anymore. How can they give you a good position?
“Running away quickly is the right thing to do.
"As long as the green mountains remain, there will be no shortage of firewood.
"You have such a large fortune in Hong Kong, why are you trapped in this damn place?"
Wan An took a sip of wine and shook his head repeatedly.
“Old Wan.
"When we were in Tokyo, you didn't trust me in many ways.
“Today I will show you my skills again.
"What is a Jedi comeback?"
Hong Zhiyou winked at him cunningly.
"Damn, you're crazy..." Wan'an suddenly felt a little nagging. He coughed dryly and said no more.
In the field.
After Chen Cheng announced the appointment, he shook hands with Kong Lingkan and said in a tone that was unclear whether it was sarcasm or praise:
"From today on, you, Master Kong, will be Director Kong of the National Government. Your father once held this position, so it can be said that a good father will have a good son.
"I hope you can work hard in the future and contribute to the great cause of the party and the country."
"of course!"
Kong Lingkan turned his head to look at the reporter's camera lens and said something in English in a very proud tone.
Chen Cheng's face instantly fell.
Thinking about the fact that he comes from a military background and has many powerful subordinates, everyone should be respectful to him.
I never expected to meet such an ignorant guy.
He's even worse than his father!
"Director Kong, after you take over as the director of the Economic Committee, what kind of reforms will you make to promote the people's livelihood and economy of the Taiwan Island?" The reporters below began to ask questions.
“The first priority is naturally people’s livelihood.
"The outbreak of the war on the Korean Peninsula is not only a great opportunity for us to counterattack, but also a favorable window for economic recovery.
“I talked with Commander MacArthur in Tokyo.
“The Allied Wartime Logistics and Materials Management Committee has been established. Once the responsible Secretary-General officially takes office, I can directly discuss cooperation with the Secretary-General.
“Our Bay Island is rich in natural resources.
“There is a production industrial chain left by the devils.
“By then, we can fully undertake most of the overflow military demand from the Allied Forces and South Korea’s hundreds of thousands of troops.
"This will provide at least 100,000 jobs..."
Kong Lingkan shook his fingers and talked big.
As he spoke, he turned and pointed at Hong Zhiyou, his tone excited and resolute:
“Our economy cannot rely on aid alone.
“It will just allow some people to use it as political capital.
"I firmly believe that under the leadership of Kong, we Taiwanese can have enough food and warm clothes without American aid."
"Major General Hong, what do you think?" He leaned forward slightly, raised his eyebrows and asked in a domineering manner.
"Yes.
"Master Kong's family has stored so much refined rice that it would take a lifetime to finish eating it all.
"You are Mr. Kong, Director Kong, and your father is Kong Xiangxi!
"So, whatever you say is right!"
Hong Zhiyou smiled slightly and took the initiative to lead the applause.
There was an uproar in the field.
Everyone knows that the Kong family hoards goods and makes a living by sucking blood, which is the nightmare of the common people!
It seems like it was just yesterday when Jianfeng went to Shanghai to fight corruption.
Just one sentence.
The sedan chair that the Chairman and Chen Cheng had been carrying so well was shattered to pieces in an instant.
Kong Lingkan immediately broke down his defense, took a few quick steps to Hong Zhiyou, tapped his chest and said:
"You are nothing but a country bumpkin from Xiaoshan. You are just good at talking.
“The Americans have abandoned you. Without Jianfeng, you are nothing now!
"I can crush you with just one finger.
"But I hope you're alive. I want you to see with your own eyes how I worked with the Allied Resources Committee to open factories on Wandao Island and boost the economy.
“My Kong family lost something.
"I want you to watch how I get it back!"
"Really? But I'm afraid you don't have much chance." Hong Zhiyou brushed off the collar he touched and smiled coldly.
"you……"
Kong Lingkan was about to speak.
A large group of guards armed with live ammunition and wearing red armbands of the Presidential Palace rushed in and instantly blocked several exits of the hall.
Outside, military police kept jumping off several trucks and surrounded the hotel inside and out.
Jianfeng and Yu Jishi walked over with murderous looks on their faces.
When everyone saw that the atmosphere was not right, they started talking.
"Director." Wan An bowed and reported.
Seeing that Hong Zhiyou was still alive, Jianfeng breathed a sigh of relief and extended an olive branch in a friendly tone:
"Director Hong, I've been looking for you for a few days. You're finally back."
He used the title of position to give Hong Zhi a way out.
Just agree.
He is still the deputy director of the Internal Investigation Bureau.
Jianfeng believed that Hong Zhiyou was a smart man and would accept it.
"Director Jiang, you remembered it wrongly.
“I am now free from official duties and have even quit the Kuomintang. You can call me by my name or Mr. Hong.
"Director, I am unworthy of this."
Hong Zhiyou looked at him with a face as clear as autumn water, without any sadness or joy in his eyes.
There is nothing but peace.
This is a provocation!
Jianfeng's eyes suddenly became sharp, and he stared straight at Hong Zhiyou, as if looking for an answer.
He couldn't figure it out.
Judging from Kong Lingkan's still arrogant attitude, Truman's "official announcement" should not have spread yet.
Moreover, whether the National Army goes to war or not has little to do with Hong Zhiyou.
Where does he get the confidence to challenge me?
Hong Zhiyou no longer had the usual humility and respect. He just stared at Jianfeng silently, with a hint of mockery and disdain clearly in the corners of his smiling mouth.
In the end what happened?
Jianfeng was puzzled!
"Liangzhen, Jianfeng, what happened?" Just as he was wondering, Chen Cheng stepped forward and asked in surprise.
The Chairman assigned Yu Jishi to handle a lot of things.
But it is extremely rare to use the "Imperial Guards".
If Chen Cheng remembered correctly, the last time was when he was in Shancheng. The Chairman was afraid that someone from the Military Control Commission would cause trouble at Dai Li's funeral, so he dispatched the guards from the attendant's room.
“Yes, cousin.
"Today is a great day for me to take office. Isn't it inappropriate for you to make such a scene?"
Kong Lingkan was as arrogant as ever, putting down his wine glass and saying dissatisfiedly.
“A great day?
“I’m afraid it’s not that good.
"Turn up the radio!"
Jianfeng came back to his senses, withdrew his gaze from Hong Zhiyou and spoke loudly.
Someone immediately turned on the radio.
In the hall, the solemn and low voice of the chairman was heard:
"To all the passionate and kind-hearted soldiers and the brave and fearless people of the Gulf Islands, according to the latest notice from the Truman government in North America, our government has been denied participation in the war..."
Every word was like a thunderclap, leaving everyone present at a loss as to what to do.
After a while, there was a lot of noise in the hall.
Click!
There was a flash of electricity and the broadcast was interrupted.
"Kong Lingkan, didn't you keep saying that MacArthur and Truman had agreed?
"How is this going?"
Jianfeng held up the newspaper and asked in public.
"MacArthur made a phone call to Truman in front of me to confirm the dispatch of troops.
"There's no mistake about this."
Kong Lingkan was also confused.
"Truman called the presidential palace.
“Isn’t it wrong?
“The matter has not been finalized yet, but you are already bragging in the newspapers, and you still have the nerve to ask for an official position and make a wish!
"This is called celebrating a funeral!"
Jianfeng pointed at his nose and cursed him, then turned to look at Chen Cheng:
"Dean Chen, what do you think we should do?"
Chen Cheng knew that the chairman was very proud and it was time for him to take the blame, so he immediately bowed and said:
"Director, I was negligent in holding two briefings at the official residence and the hotel, and in notifying the newspaper office to appoint Kong Lingkan as the director of the Economic Committee.
"I am willing to take full responsibility."
"President Chen, save this for when you tell the chairman," Jianfeng said dissatisfiedly.
"Yes!" Chen Cheng said sweating profusely.
“In fact, it’s not that important whether or not to send troops.
“MacArthur has promised me that he can arrange a meeting with the Secretary-General of the Allied Property Management Committee to reach a partial logistics support agreement.
“If we don’t fight a war, will we not engage in economic development?
"As long as I, Kong Lingkan, am here, I can bring a large amount of industries and US dollars to the Taiwan Island.
“Don’t forget, only I, our Kong family, have the qualifications to negotiate with the Allied Property Management Committee.”
Kong Lingkan looked at Jianfeng, still stubborn.
Jianfeng, who had originally planned to take him away directly, was suddenly choked with speech.
He is well aware of the importance of economy and foreign exchange.
My father also emphasized that we must seize this rare historical opportunity.
"Master Kong, I really want to know how much money you gave MacArthur to buy this qualification?" Hong Zhi asked curiously.
"Does this have anything to do with you?" Kong Lingkan said unhappily.
"Of course.
"Mr. Hong is the Secretary-General of the Allied Property Management Committee appointed by Commander MacArthur. He is responsible for the unified allocation of material resources in Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and other places to ensure the logistics of the Allied forces.
“This is the appointment letter!
"Why do you think booking a hotel and issuing a job announcement is for?"
Anderson popped up at the right time, holding up his appointment letter and shouting in fluent Chinese.
He is not a coward.
Instead, he waited upstairs for a call from the Allied Command.
The position of Secretary General of the Allied Property Management Committee was not a small position. Kong Lingkan promised MacArthur many benefits in Tokyo, and had the endorsement of Madame Chiang.
At the same time, the Kong family has been doing business in North America for many years and is a devout Catholic.
From the moment Hong Zhiyou refused to become a North American citizen, he was already at a disadvantage.
Furthermore, Hong Zhiyou has been having bad luck recently.
This caused MacArthur to waver.
Wales is optimistic about Hong Zhiyou, but his position is not high. In such a complicated situation, he can only choose not to get involved on either side.
The letter of commission that was originally issued by him was transferred to Anderson.
If Kong Lingkan became the director of the Economic Committee, he would be even more prominent, but Anderson would remain in the fold and wait for the next instructions from General MacArthur.
If Kong Lingkan had not succeeded, he would still be... kept in the palace and not be promoted.
Waiting for further assessment by Allied Command.
After all, millions or even tens of millions of dollars are involved in the interests.
They need a strong "manager".
Even Hong Zhiyou could come up with such a stupid bet of fifty thousand dollars.
A "manager" with such poor vision forced MacArthur and others to be cautious.
From hearing the broadcast to immediately confirming it with friends in Washington.
Anderson could hardly believe his ears.
Hong Zhiyou’s prediction came true again.
President Truman, who had originally agreed to send troops to Chiang last night, officially announced after the morning meeting that he rejected Chiang's proposal to send troops to the peninsula.
This is a fact that the most powerful commander in the Asia-Pacific region and the president have privately agreed upon.
It turned upside down overnight!
God's.
It's really a god.
In the past, Hong Zhi showed Anderson a lot of "magic", such as being certain that the national army would be defeated.
It was a joke at the time.
But the cruel reality became reality.
He finally understood why Hong Zhiyou was so determined and confident.
Anderson was certain that his old classmate must be a messenger sent by God.
He knows everything and can do everything.
Only by following the light can you obtain enlightenment.
Anderson decided to take a gamble and without waiting for MacArthur's further instructions, he went downstairs to "support" Hong Zhiyou.
He believed that this position belonged to Hong Zhi.
If not, he would have no regrets even if he lost his official position or was punished by military discipline.
Just consider it as atonement for your ignorance!
Anderson's appearance and letter of appointment were another bolt of thunder, which completely stunned Kong Lingkan, Jianfeng, Chen Cheng and others.
"Major Anderson, are you kidding?
"Mr. Hong is really the Secretary-General of the Allied Property Management Committee?"
A reporter below asked questioningly.
"impossible!
"Absolutely impossible!
"With the arrogance of Westerners, how could they possibly hand over the lifeline of the entire Asia-Pacific region to a Chinese?
“Such an important position must be held by an American or a British person.
"At worst, they are Indians or Australians!
"It's impossible that Hong Zhiyou has yellow skin!"
Kong Lingkan raised his arms and shouted.
His voice was harsh, but it was an indisputable fact.
Ever since the Eight-Nation Alliance knocked on the door of the Qing Dynasty, those Westerners have thought themselves superior and set up colonial garrisons everywhere, even a powerful man like the President had to bow down to them.
How could they possibly hand over logistics involving the lives of hundreds of thousands of soldiers to a Chinese comprador?
Hong Zhiyou touched his nose bridge, smiled slightly, and did not rush to explain.
He could understand Kong Lingkan's reluctance.
These people are so used to kneeling or they really regard foreigners as their big brothers that they cannot see through even the most basic essence.
It doesn’t matter what skin color, nationality, or who the soldiers are.
For MacArthur and the vested interests, there is only money!
As long as you can do the job well, you can also help them get money.
Who is this guy.
It doesn't even matter whether they are human or not.
Hong Zhiyou is just a money bag, a code name for a "friend".
That's it!
“Major Anderson.
“I know you and Hong Zhi have always been good friends, and I also know that you have had many good collaborations in Jinhai.
"But this matter is of great importance, so please be careful with your words."
Jianfeng looked at Hong Zhiyou suspiciously, and Zheng Ran reminded him.
"That's right.
"If this is really an appointment for the position of Secretary General of the Property Management Committee, the Allied Command would have sent a note to the Asia-Pacific countries long ago. Can such an important matter be decided by a major just by renting a place and holding a piece of paper?"
Kong Lingkan retorted sharply.
As he said this, he snatched the letter of appointment, took a look at it, and threw it on the ground with disdain.
"I will appeal to Allied Command.
“I want to speak to Commander MacArthur!
"You two liars, just wait to go to jail."
Kong Lingkan shouted arrogantly.
"Hong, why don't you say something?" Anderson saw that public opinion was unfavorable and he could not argue.
In addition, MacArthur was indeed wavering and evaluating.
He really can't raise his voice very loudly.
“In the past, someone once said: When I enter the pass, there will be great scholars who will debate the scriptures for me.
“Today, someone has appointed me.
"Why don't you guys have a drink and wait for a while."
Hong Zhiyou waved his hand, and Sun Xing came over and whispered a few words.
……
Allied Command.
MacArthur and Randall sat in the garden smoking cigars and tasting red wine.
“General.
“I’m curious, why did you suddenly sway?
“Hong owns a ship and has hundreds or even thousands of Cao Gang disciples in Hong Kong Island. He also has the most outstanding business mind in the world.
“The key is that he is still our friend.
“He can make us a lot of money.”
Randall took a puff of his cigar and looked at him sideways.
"God.
"My old friend, can't you be honest?
“You already said that he bet you $50,000 that the president would refuse.
“Who but a fool?
"Tell me, who would?
"Wandao has a lot of rubber and complementary industries left by the Japanese. If Wandao takes over most of it, it can save enough freight and costs.
“These are all things we can get.
"Hong Kong? Singapore, India!
“Please, if you make something under the noses of the British, they will skin you alive.
“Yes, many of them cannot be avoided.
“But less is better, isn’t it?
“Are you willing to give them the money?
“Hong, if we can’t handle the Jiangs, they will cause us to lose a lot of money.
"So, I think Kong Lingkan might be more suitable.
“Although he is dumber than Hong, less generous and less professional, maybe we can still get a lot of money.
“Even if they’re fifty-fifty.
"I would also rather believe in God as a devout Christian, wouldn't I?"
MacArthur spread his hands, his expression full of disdain.
"All right.
"Sir, please allow me to reserve my opinion.
“Maybe Hong made some mistakes this time.
“But I believe that only he can undertake such a large-scale procurement of materials and make the most beautiful account books.
“I’m leaning towards Hong.”
Randall laughed.
"You should think about whether he will pay your 50,000 US dollars for the bet," MacArthur said.
As he said this, he waved his hand:
"Holson, ask, has the president made the announcement?"
When he is resting, he usually does not allow any disturbance.
So we often realize things too late.
So much so that he was later fired by Truman, and he heard the news from someone else.
"Yes." Holson accepted the order.
Soon, he frowned and walked over quickly:
"Sir, the assistant called back and said that the president announced this morning that he agreed with Secretary of State Acheson's proposal to refuse Chiang's troops from entering the peninsula."
"What!" MacArthur jumped up from his chair in surprise.
“What does the president want to do?
"He promised me personally..."
MacArthur shouted.
"Randall, let your people ask this damn guy why he is playing tricks on me?" he shouted in dissatisfaction.
Randall also heads the CIA's Yaf Intelligence District.
He got up and went inside to ask his subordinates.
He came back quickly and said:
"According to insider information from colleagues in Washington, Hong Zhiyou's wife Wu Ruirui, introduced by Kirk's wife, secretly had dinner with Acheson's wife, as well as the wives of Speaker Cage and Foreign Minister Martin last night.
“Not sure what they talked about.
“But apparently, Martin and Acheson’s sudden opposition at the meeting had an effect.
"Don't forget, the Rothschild family is behind them."
Randall reminded.
“FUCK!
"Why didn't Roosevelt get rid of these guys back then!" MacArthur slammed the table angrily.
“Last time you sent me, you should have followed the original plan and let me personally issue the letter of appointment to Hong instead of doubting him.
“I’ve said before that Hong is a cautious person.
“If you are not sincere with him, he will retaliate.
“He is now connected with Acheson and the Rothschild family, and has Kirk, the new peace envoy, and the arms dealers behind Kirk.
“Sir, he’s a man of energy.
"He chose us, not us who chose him!
“Fuck God!
"If you don't want those contracts to appear before the Joint Chiefs of Staff, put away your damn arrogance and prejudice.
"Give it to him, OK?"
Randall got a little angry and kicked over the table and started to confront him.
He started dealing with Hong Zhiyou very early on.
I know very well how General Phil, a former Marine, died.
No one knows how much money this Oriental man has, but he can always accurately deliver the money to useful people and achieve everything he wants.
For example, Acheson!
"I'll get rid of him." MacArthur thought for a moment and said.
“You don’t understand the Chinese.
“He’s not afraid of death at all.
“If you had heard about his anti-corruption campaign in Shanghai, you wouldn’t think so.
"The devout believer in God you are eyeing, Kong Lingkan, is known as the overlord of Shanghai. Hong Zhiyou hangs around his door every day, but he doesn't even dare to touch a hair on his head.
"If you kill him, can you kill all the Chinese in North America?
“Once he dies, all our messed up affairs will be exposed, and we will be brought to a military court.
“Mike, he just wants money.
“We just want to make money.
"He's our friend, okay?"
Randall was a little furious, and the veins on his face were exposed.
Only a true idiot would kill his own God of Wealth.
MacArthur was such a pig.
"OK, OK!" MacArthur put his hands to his ears and tapped lightly a few times.
"I'll listen to you. Give it all to him.
“Let him keep making that damn money.
"Let's continue to be friends!"
Seeing that this subordinate, who had always obeyed his orders, was about to kill someone, MacArthur was obviously awakened.
"Sir, phone call!
"It's from Mr. Hong."
Holson called out from the door.
……
(End of this chapter)