The reception banquet was held at the provincial government. The King of Yunnan showed his loyalty as a landlord and brought a group of Yunnan army generals and provincial government officials to toast frequently. Fortunately, He Yingqin, the imperial minister, was here, so Young Master Chen was not drunk by them.
"Director Chen, you must get to know this person. General Ma Shanma was formerly the deputy director of the province's regimental affairs supervision and training department. Due to the heavy sacrifices of the Yunnan Army, in order to adapt to the needs of the Anti-Japanese War, he is now the commander of the Kunzhao District and is responsible for Training the province's young men, reserving troops, and formulating plans, you will inevitably have to deal with them in the future. "
It turned out that we were traveling together. Young Master Chen quickly put down his wine glass and said, "General Ma's name has long been known to Chen. I'm glad to meet you."
Ma Da was a little surprised and couldn't help but ask: "Director Chen, have you heard of me?"
At Chen Hongzhen's request, Liang Yugao had already sent a copy of the information on the generals of the Yunnan Army via the radio. Master Chen worked hard, nodded and said, "If I remember correctly, your brother Ma Jing and your brother Ma Yin was on the front line, and he didn't miss a single battle in the Chongyang Battle, Nanchang Battle, and Changsha Battle! One discipline and three generals really lived up to their reputation."
Ma Gao smiled and said meaningfully: "We fought a lot of battles, but our contribution to the Anti-Japanese War is not as good as Director Chen's."
Seeing that everyone was looking at him, Master Chen's face straightened, "General Ma's words are wrong. The contribution of 200,000 Yunnan Army soldiers to the War of Resistance is obvious to all. No one can erase the sacrifices made by the people of Yunnan for the War of Resistance." . As for Chen's minor achievements, they are really not worth mentioning, and they cannot be compared with them. After all, it is just a premeditated assassination, and it will not have much effect on the overall situation except to inspire people. "
Excessive modesty is pride. Even Long Yun felt a little harsh and couldn't help but asked with a smile: "Why did Director Chen say this?"
"As all the officers know, the Battle of Wujin indeed annihilated thousands of Japanese troops, but a large part of them were garrison troops. Their weapons, equipment, combat effectiveness and even morale cannot be compared with field divisions; secondly, Itagaki Seishiro was He is one of those marginalized figures in the Japanese government. As far as I know, not long after he took office as Minister of War, he was scolded by Emperor Showa for his reckless actions in the Zhang Gufeng incident, but in the end the Emperor put down his words and let things go by the wayside. resign immediately;
At the cabinet meeting, he strongly advocated the conclusion of the Triple Alliance with Germany and Italy. For this reason, his relationship with the Navy Minister Mitsumasa Yoneuchi, who opposed the treaty, was extremely tense; in addition, he rashly approved the Kwantung Army to use a division to carry out force against the Soviet Union in the Nomonkan area. The provocation resulted in a conflict between Japan and the Soviet Union, resulting in the annihilation of the 23rd Division of the Kwantung Army.
¡°It was precisely because of this series of mistakes that he was kicked out of Tokyo¡¯s top decision-making level. Even the "Tong Work" he presided over within just a few months after taking office as the Chief of General Staff of the China Expeditionary Force has become the biggest laughing stock of the Japanese government and the public. In other words, even if he doesn't die in my hands, he will be transferred to the bench sooner or later. "
He Yingqin was shocked by what Young Master Chen said, and he couldn't help but ask: "Although I have heard about the 'Tong Job', I really don't know the specific details. Director Chen, can you be more specific so that we can also hear it?" Listen to this big joke."
"Actually, this has something to do with my current boss, Director Song."
Young Master Chen pretended to be mysterious, and after a pause he continued: "According to Wang Jingwei, Itagaki was unwilling to be lonely after taking office. He planned to fly to Changsha to meet Chairman Chiang in person, just to preserve Manchukuo and Japan's control within the Great Wall. Business interests withdrew the troops, but due to various reasons, he was never able to make the trip.
Later, I heard that the officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Hong Kong had contacted Director Song Ziliang. They were immediately overjoyed and named the plan to induce the National Government to surrender through Director Song as "Tong Work" and asked the "Mei Agency" and "Xingya" The hospital and the navy cooperated fully, but in the end they found that the so-called Director Song was actually a liar, and they were made disgraced. "
Itagaki Seishiro, who was running rampant in North China, actually suffered a defeat. Everyone couldn't help laughing. Even Long Yun shook his head and said with a smile: "It must be the military commander. Only Dai Yunong can do this kind of thing."
Following this joke, the atmosphere of the banquet reached its climax. Generals, lieutenant generals, major generals, commanders, army commanders, and division commanders all tightly surrounded Mr. Chen, the new Nanyang rich man, and all asked about the matter. Everything about the top Japanese military officials and traitors such as Wang Jingwei.
As long as he is not drunk, Mr. Chen will know everything and talk about everything. He will not hesitate to praise the military and central commanders in Shanghai. He claims that he does not even dare to go out if he has nothing important to do, otherwise he will easily become a patriot. Their sniper target.
To people who don¡¯t know the reason, this is a joke, but to He Yingqin, it¡¯s a joke. After all, these words coming from the mouth of Wang Gongguan¡¯s young cousin are more effective than any talk of national justice.
The speaker is unintentional, but the listener is intentional. A general of the Yunnan ArmyThe more he listened, the more something was wrong, and he suddenly asked: "Director Chen, you have gone deep into the tiger's den and gained Wang Ni's trust. Why don't you kill Wang Jingwei, Zhou Fohai, Mei Siping and others to avoid future troubles?"
"This is a good question."
Young Master Chen nodded slightly and said expressionlessly: "To be honest, I have thought about this idea, but it is difficult to put it into action based on reality. In comparison, it is safer to ambush Itagaki. As for Harada and Suga Hikojiro was a complete coincidence, even I only found out about it after the ambush troops cleared the battlefield. "
"Is it so difficult?"
Still chasing after him, Mr. Chen cursed secretly and said meaningfully: "How difficult is it? General Wang can ask Boss Dai and Director Xu. I think they will use a long page about the martyrs who died for the country." Let me answer you with the list. Of course, if it is put into practice, I will definitely have a certain advantage over them, but it is only an advantage and I am not completely sure.¡±
It is indeed too much to question a hero who killed three half-Japanese generals in public. Long Yun immediately changed the subject, "Director Chen, the committee has high hopes for you. I wonder what your plans are next?"
"What exactly does Chairman Long mean?"
"The 28th Replenishment Training Division."
"Chairman Huilong, it is the bounden duty of soldiers to obey orders, and it is their humble duty to do their best to train the Nanyang compatriots who have returned to the country to fight the war, to serve the country and Chairman Chiang Kai-shek."
"The Nanyang compatriots who returned to the country to fight the war" was said very seriously. How could Long Yun fail to hear the implication of his words? The stone in his heart finally fell. After thinking about it, he resolutely said: "Since Director Chen has such ambitions, then the province should cooperate. You know Commander Ma. If you need anything, just ask him. As long as the province can do it, we will never shirk it."
"Thank you, Chairman Long, for your consideration. It would be disrespectful to refuse such a humble position."
He Yingqin was very dissatisfied with Master Chen's attitude on this issue. However, after a beautiful ambush, he had become the leader of overseas Chinese in Nanyang. His status was so aloof that even Chairman Chiang treated him with courtesy. Even if he was dissatisfied, Can't say anything.
Ma Gao seemed to be afraid of long nights and many dreams. As soon as Mr. Chen finished speaking, he couldn't wait to ask: "Director Chen, the passenger transportation on the Yunnan-Vietnam Railway has been suspended for a long time. The Yunnan-Burma Highway has become the main channel for the patriotic compatriots to return to the country to fight the war. To facilitate the response, we will How about setting up the training office in Baoshan?¡±
The Anti-Japanese War will be won sooner or later, and there are many people in the country. Young Master Chen has never thought about training a few regiments of officers and soldiers before sending them to the battlefield, let alone going back to fight the Japanese with real swords and guns. He immediately He blurted out: "Baoshan is Baoshan, Deputy Director Liang, you are responsible for receiving the military camp."
"yes!"
At eight o'clock in the evening, the reception banquet with various ulterior motives finally ended. As soon as He Yingqin was put into the car, Chen Baohua came over with a few people, "Director Chen, Deputy Director Liang, the car is over there, please follow me." I come."
Liang Weiguo was very surprised. He looked back at Deputy Director Gong of the Southwest Transportation Department and asked with confusion: "Why are Director Chen here? Aren't we going to the Transportation Department?"
"Like General Chen, Director Chen just took office today as the Chairman of the Special Party Department of the Transportation Department and is one of his own."
Young Master Chen suddenly realized it. He pretended to be reunited after a long separation and extended his right hand enthusiastically, "Director Chen, we meet again."
We met again. In fact, we were imprisoned inexplicably for more than half a year and never saw him once. Despite this, Chen Baohua still nodded and smiled: "Virgin, from now on, I will be your subordinate. If you have anything to do, just ask me. Don't be polite."
Young Master Chen looked at his third uncle, Liang Yugao and others beside him, and said with a smile: "There are so many of us that one car can't fit in. How about you send Deputy Director Gong back first, and we'll meet at the Transportation Department tomorrow?"
Gong Zhuozhi became anxious and asked quickly: "General Chen, you are not going to the headquarters today?"
"When elders come, they must fulfill their filial piety. It is not convenient to go to the headquarters, so it is more comfortable to go to a restaurant."
Chen Hongzhen nodded with satisfaction, leaned on crutches and said with a smile: "Deputy Director Gong, our grandfather and grandson have been separated for more than ten years. You'd better please come back. Chang Jizu will naturally come over after visiting the family."
The person in front of him was treated as a distinguished guest even by the chairman of the committee. Gong Zhuozhi did not dare to neglect him. He quickly accepted the courtesy of a junior and said respectfully: "Then, junior, please go ahead and wait for General Chen at the headquarters tomorrow morning."
Young Master Chen had a few people with him. Chen Baohua did not dare to joke about his future, so he immediately leaned into his ear and said, "Virgin, protecting you is a task assigned by the committee and the bureau. I will go wherever you go. Your Majesty, please don¡¯t make things difficult for the rest of us.¡±
"There are no secrets to talk about anyway, so you can never make a big mistake by being careful. Young Master Chen weighed it up"After a while, he agreed: "Okay, but you have to send a few people to send Deputy Director Gong back first."