Mayor Durcombe could only watch everything happen.

Today was originally his catwalk show, but the sudden appearance of the US military changed everything.

That damn Lieutenant Colonel Charles actually became the protagonist!

Moreover, he also put himself in a very embarrassing position.

Now, Manilans know that even what the mayor says doesn't work.

Manila, and indeed the entire Philippines, has only one true master:

American!

Mayor Durcombe's dignity and credibility are gone.

But what Mayor Durkom didn't expect was that this was just the beginning.

Second Lieutenant Turl led two American troops and walked directly to Dulkom:

"Who is Mikael?"

"I, I am." Durkom's assistant Mikael said carefully.

Second Lieutenant Ter's face darkened: "Micael, you were arrested for serving the Japanese army during the fall of Manila and persecuting Manila people!"

"No!" Mikael shouted in horror: "Mayor, help me."

He helped the Japanese during the Japanese colonial period.

He is not the only one. Many officials of the current interim constitutional government of the Philippines have worked in the puppet government before.

If we really want to investigate, who’s bottom is clean?

"I'm afraid there is a misunderstanding here."

Mikael is Durkom's right-hand assistant. Of course, he cannot watch his assistant being taken away: "Mr. Second Lieutenant, I hope you will keep him for the time being. I will report to Mr. President immediately.

And he came up with a solution as soon as possible.”

"Step aside!"

Second Lieutenant Ter's murderous intent made Durkomb couldn't help but take a step back.

Therefore, he just watched his assistant being taken away, but there was nothing he could do.

…

Osmina met Afrin again in his office.

Only this time, Major Afrin did not come alone, he brought his biggest backer:

Colonel Charles!

"What a spacious office." Meng Shaoyuan said as soon as he came in: "Compared with my small office in Manila Port, there is really no harm in the lack of contrast."

"The Colonel is really good at joking."

Osmina immediately said: "The colonel is responsible for the security of the entire Manila. If you need it, I can set up a separate office for the colonel in Malacañang Palace at any time."

"Forget it, forget it." Meng Shaoyuan waved his hand: "I don't have such a good life to have such a good office. Mr. President, I am not here for the office today."

"If there is anything I can do for the colonel, I will try my best."

As soon as Osimina said it, Meng Shaoyuan immediately said: "Thank you so much, Mr. President."

Afrin wisely took out a document from his briefcase.

Osmina only took one glance and saw that this was the second brigade expansion plan that he had just rejected.

His expression changed.

Is Afrin using the power of the Americans to directly suppress itself?

"The safety of Manila is the top priority." Meng Shaoyuan looked gloomy: "Although the war here has ended, the work of chasing down the remaining Japanese forces is still going on. There are still a large number of Japanese spies running rampant in Manila.

Activity.

At the same time, the Port of Manila plays an important role in transporting supplies to the front line, and there must not be any accidents. Major Afrin proposed to me a plan to expand the second brigade. I think this is very necessary. But I heard that

, this plan has encountered some troubles with Mr. President."

At this time, Osmina was filled with anger.

Americans are basically here to blame themselves.

But there was nothing he could do.

He must endure it.

Just before, he had asked General MacArthur for help.

However, General MacArthur actually reprimanded himself and publicly disclosed his support for Colonel Charles.

Therefore, Osmina suppressed his inner dissatisfaction and stated to Meng Shaoyuan the various difficulties he and the current provisional government were facing.

At the same time, he once again raised the issue that the second brigade would be reorganized into the second battalion after discussions with the Basque generals of the Ministry of Defense.

"joke!"

Meng Shaoyuan interrupted Osmina without courtesy: "At such an important moment, Mr. President and Basque General actually want to reduce the number of troops? Mr. President does not understand military affairs, I can understand, but that Basque, he

Can this be called a soldier?"

Osmina never expected that the other party would be so merciless.

The Basque general is acting defense minister of the provisional constitutional government.

That was the leading figure in the provisional government's military.

Of course, this so-called general is worthless in the eyes of the US military generals.

He has too few outstanding features.

During the American colonial period in the Philippines, he commanded the Philippine army to fight alongside the US military, but the troops he commanded were defeated soon after.

During the retreat, he almost became a prisoner of the Japanese army. Fortunately, he was rescued by the US military and escaped.

In fact, many Philippine military generals were like this at that time.

Therefore, young Filipino officers, including Major Afrin, do not look down upon these old-school Filipino officers.

General Basque's most outstanding achievement was to re-land on Luzon Island with General MacArthur.

And the reason why he is able to sit in his current position is because of his relationship with Osmina.

But now, Colonel Charles is so ruthless?

"I am responsible for Manila's military and security." Meng Shaoyuan spoke in an increasingly impatient tone: "I have the final say on any military trends, expansion or reorganization related to Manila.

Mr. President, you can file a complaint with General MacArthur or Mr. Slain, the general’s plenipotentiary, but I must fulfill my duties. Please sign it.”

Osmina turned pale.

This is not discussing, this is giving an order, this is Chi Guoguo threatening himself!

Could a dignified president be so humiliated by a colonel?

But Osmina didn't dare to fall out with Meng Shaoyuan.

This man is the overlord of Manila!

Frustration, anger, and grievance filled Osmina's heart: "Colonel, I need to discuss this matter with the Basque General first."

It seems that my own words still don’t hold enough weight.

Meng Shaoyuan sneered: "Then, Mr. President, I will wait here for the Basque General and wait for you to come to the final result of the discussion."

He didn't look at Osmina again, but walked to the sofa and sat down.

Afrin hurriedly took out the cigarette, handed it to him respectfully, and then helped to light it respectfully.

…

In the President's Office, not only the Basque generals came, but also Levi, the plenipotentiary representative of the U.S. government, and Slain, the plenipotentiary representative of General MacArthur.

They came to support Colonel Charles.

These Filipinos are very dishonest.

During the previous comprehensive reconstruction plan for the Philippines, Osmina delayed it again and again. In the end, he had no choice but to sign his name on the reconstruction plan.

It is precisely because of this that the United States believes that Osmeña is not trustworthy.

But he must be Quezon's designated successor, and he is still very prestigious in the Philippines. Replacing him suddenly will cause some unnecessary trouble.

And for a while, Osmina's replacement could not be found.

Therefore, he should still occupy the position of president for the time being.

Meng Shao had already notified Levi and Slaine in front of Malacañang Palace.

Two American representatives decided to give Colonel Charles their full support!

This is not just a matter of reorganizing a force, but has risen to the dignity, status, and interests of the United States!
To be continued...