July 6, 1921, is the most unforgettable day for many Chinese people, not because it is a holiday, but because in the afternoon of this day, Tianjin, Shanghai, Ningbo, and Guangzhou Appalling violence occurred simultaneously in the six major cities of Fuzhou, Fuzhou, and Nanning. A group of people under the banner of revolution were equipped with various weapons and launched attacks on local government agencies, military garrison locations, radio stations, newspapers, etc. A sudden and violent attack.
During the violent incidents, more than 500 people, including citizens, government personnel, and police officers were killed or injured in Guangzhou alone. Countless businesses were burned, killed, and looted. The direct economic losses were as high as 1.5 million yuan, not to mention indirect losses. number. What is even more serious is that the violent incidents in Shanghai also caused the casualties of more than a dozen foreign nationals, including even staff of the French consulate. According to preliminary statistics, the total number of casualties in the six places has exceeded 1,000. In addition, this incident has also caused shock in the world. For this reason, various countries have called the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Chinese government to inquire about the incident through diplomatic channels, and to criticize the Chinese government. Put pressure on the criminals and demand severe punishment and huge compensation.
In response, China's Foreign Minister Cao Rulin responded as quickly as possible, claiming that the incident had been fully controlled after the intervention of the National Defense Forces from various military regions. The judicial agencies also intervened and gave strong sanctions to the organizers of the violent incident for such appalling actions. condemn.
At the same time, the government has made clear that it will thoroughly investigate the matter. The cabinet has convened an emergency meeting to provide certain financial compensation in the form of state compensation through special allocations to nationals and foreign nationals who were injured or killed in the violence. However, the Chinese government also claimed that in response to this incident, the Chinese government will never pay unilateral compensation to any country for the casualties of individual foreign nationals. Both Chinese nationals and foreign nationals will be treated equally, and a specific national compensation plan will be announced in a short time. introduced.
in addition. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs revealed that the simultaneous occurrence of this incident in six places was definitely not an accident, but was organized and premeditated. After preliminary investigation, it was found that there were certain foreign forces behind the organizers. This is a conspiracy to overthrow the current Chinese government.
As soon as this news came out, there was an uproar around the world. Japan, which suffered the least losses in the violent incident, immediately raised objections. The Japanese believed that this was completely a trick by the Chinese government to shirk responsibility. According to the information obtained by Japan, this operation The personnel are all Chinese. This is just a "revolution" carried out by the opposition party due to dissatisfaction with the current government. In other words, it is just like the Revolution of 1911 that overthrew the Qing Dynasty. It is entirely the result of the Chinese government's mismanagement.
Similarly, the British also said they could not accept this explanation. The British claimed that the struggle between Chinese parties had nothing to do with them. The British only cared about the safety of their lives and property in China and the interests of the British Empire in the Far East. . The same is true for the French. Unlike the British, the French had diplomatic casualties in this violent incident, which is absolutely unbearable for the proud Frenchmen. In response, the French ambassador sent a note to the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, strongly demanding that the Chinese government provide reasonable "compensation" for this incident. In addition, I also want to use this incident to gain some political benefits in the Far East. You must know that since the European War, the influence of the two European powers, Britain and France, in the Far East is not as good as before. Coupled with the rapid rise of China, this time What happened can be used as a bargaining chip to exchange some benefits with the Chinese government.
In response to these unreasonable demands, the Chinese government has taken a tough stance in rejecting them. Even the French ambassador roared like a thunder in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The personnel of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs ignored it and all the aftermath work and investigation were still carried out step by step.
State Council, Prime Minister's Office.
Zhou Yuanliang gave a report with a solemn expression. It has been ten hours since the incident occurred, and it is now 11 o'clock in the night.
Fang Zida, who still couldn't take a break, had a cup of strong black coffee in front of him. His expression was slightly tired, but his eyes were still bright. He crossed his hands and sat there quietly listening to Zhou Yuanliang's report.
"as of one hour ago, all violence in various places had subsided. A total of 2,955 rebels were captured and 1,273 were killed on the spot. Those captured included Chen Shaobai, leader of the Chinese Bolshevik Party, Vice Chairman Xu Tongxiong, Central Committee members Zhao Shu, and Yin Weijun Nine others, including Wojczynski, the special correspondent of Budapest International"
"Wait!" Hearing this, Fang Zida raised his hand and interrupted Zhou Yuanliang's report: "Why did the Yin sisters only capture Yin Weijun? Where is Yin Ruizhi?"
"This" Zhou Yuanliang replied shamefully: "According to the intelligence, Yin Ruizhi was the organizer of the Ning*bo incident, but his whereabouts were unknown when the National Defense Forces were dispatched to encircle and suppress the Ning*bo rebels. Due to the short time, Ning*bo They haven't had time to judge whether Yin Ruizhi was killed during the battle or escaped. But please don't worry, sir, even if Yin Ruizhi escaped with his life by luck,She definitely can't run away "
"Nonsense!" Fang Zida's face darkened, and he cursed as soon as he slapped the table: "I have repeatedly told you before that you must catch them all, especially the leaders of the other party must not let go. They must be seen alive and dead! Yin Ruizhi She was known as Sun Wen's shadow back then, and was proficient in assassination and lurking. Her whereabouts must be found out as soon as possible, and her person must be found no matter dead or alive! The truth is that wild fire cannot burn it out, and the spring breeze will revive it. If Yin Ruizhi cannot be found, Don¡¯t ever work in the Intelligence Bureau again!¡±
Zhou Yuanliang was sweating heavily. Fang Zida had never said such serious words to him before. He nodded hurriedly and promised that he would immediately arrange to find the whereabouts of Yin Ruizhi. At the same time, he secretly cursed the operatives at Ningbo. , there were no leaks anywhere else, except Ningbo, where Yin Ruizhi ran away. If he couldn't find her, before Fang Zida could give him a good look, he would first give a good look to Ningbo's operatives.
"Go handle Ningbo's matter immediately! In addition, secretly escort Chen Shaobai and others to Beijing immediately. There must be no accidents on the way, especially that Wojczynski must not let him die! This is a treasure, he is alive It¡¯s more important than death, do you understand?¡±
"Yes, yes, sir, regarding the interrogation?"
Fang Zida waved his hand: "You don't have to worry about it. I have my own arrangements. You can solve Yin Ruizhi's problem first."
After hitting a snag, Zhou Yuanliang came out of the office in disgrace, and then returned to his headquarters. As soon as he entered the headquarters, people from below came to congratulate him. In the eyes of these intelligence officers, it was a great achievement to kill all the rebels. As the commander-in-chief, Zhou Yuanliang may have been reinstated after this incident. When is the best time not to flatter someone?
Who would have thought that this flattery would actually hit the horse's leg? Zhou Yuanliang was furious and scolded these people. Then he immediately asked the telecommunications team to contact Ningbo to find the whereabouts of Yin Ruizhi. He wanted to see the person dead or the body. , and at the same time packed up their luggage, rushed to the train station with a few confidants overnight, and boarded the southbound train.
(I have something to do today, so I have a few words!) (To be continued)