.

During the night in Taungchi, Corning and Tuming'ang exchanged views on the current situation and had a plea with citizens. After boarding the road with the convoy the next day, Corning only made a short stop in Binmana, a city in southern Mandalay Province. After meeting with the municipal officials of Binmana, he politely declined to stay for lunch. Accompanied by five escort vehicles, he hurried to Yangon, the capital.

The reason why Corning was so anxious to rush to Yangon was entirely because of the information revealed by Shan State President Tuming'ang. There was no report on Dan Rui's poor health in the previous information channels in the Fourth Special Administrative Region. Many of his political alliance partners in the capital did not disclose the news. Therefore, Corning judged that if Dan Rui had not done a good job in keeping confidentiality, it was likely that some sudden change occurred within the top leaders of the central government, which made his political allies not have time to pass on the intelligence.

If Chairman Danrui's physical condition is really as bad as Lieutenant General Tuming'an said, the entire Myanmar officialdom might be surging. Especially in the complex situation, the Thai army on the southern border of Myanmar, which frequently rebelled, quietly gathered, and the Americans were behind him with ulterior motives. The Muslim Unity Front in Northwest Myanmar frequently launched attacks on local government forces. As the Supreme Commander Dan Rui, if he had any good or bad luck, it would probably lead to the rapid collapse of the various factions of the central government, which were separated by nature, and even went to opposition. The situation in Myanmar, which was already difficult to calm down, was everywhere, and it was likely that large-scale turmoil and chaos would occur again.

If the situation goes out of control, it will be very unfavorable to Corning, which secretly implements a strategic layout: the tense construction of Port 8 on the West Coast, the large processing trade zone, and investment projects such as energy companies that cooperate with the Venzano and the Situ family will definitely be greatly affected. Even the political alliance that Corning has worked hard to establish before has the potential danger of collapse.

All of this, why don’t Kang Ning be anxious?

At 5:40 pm, the Corningland convoy slowly drove into the Gold Coast Hotel in the center of Yangon. At this time, Lu Xiaonan, director of the Myanmar Intelligence Bureau of the Fourth Special Zone, Xiao Xianhe, president of the Myanmar Investment Foundation, and others had already been waiting on the edge of the parking lot.

After receiving Corning, everyone immediately took the elevator to the luxurious suite on the ninth floor of the top floor. Entering the room for a while, Xiao Xianhe whispered a few words in Corning's ear, and Corning nodded. Follow Xiao Xianhe out of the door and into the luxurious guest room opposite. Lieutenant General Wen Song, the new Minister of Internal Affairs, who was waiting in the living room, stood up with a smile and shook hands with Corning intimately.

"Haha... Aning, let me tell you something that I don't know whether it is good or bad. The working meeting of the Chairman of the Fourth Special Zone of Myanmar, which was originally scheduled to be held on May 10, was cancelled for some reason. The reason was that Chairman Danrui was in poor health. The new Prime Minister General Sovan will temporarily visit Cambodia and Malaysia." Wen Song signaled Corning to sit down, took the teacup handed by Xiao Xianhe and nodded to thank him.

After hearing this, Corning breathed a little relieved. He knew that Wen Song and Noralmin and other old friends must have learned the details. He waved his hand: "It doesn't matter... General, what's the situation in the capital recently?"

Wen Song shook his head slightly and frowned, "It's not very calm, because Chairman Danrui's physical condition is not good, and the opposition party has become active again. He put pressure on the central government in the form of joint letters and sit-in petitions. He demanded democratic elections; the two divisions transferred to the northwest Myanmar area have not yet had large-scale contact with the Luo Xingya rebels, but sporadic gunfires. It seems that the opponent wants to stay there for a long time to fight guerrillas. What is very worrying is that at 5:30 am today, a violent explosion occurred in the Dao Army Camp on the Karen border in southern Myanmar, causing a tragedy of more than 50 casualties. Our internal affairs department preliminarily concluded that this incident was a work by the anti-government armed forces in Nakkon Shawang Province, Thailand. This is the fourth explosion attack they launched this year against our government forces."

"Is that true?...Do you know that a Marine Corps in the United States, which is specialized in special operations, has been in the Port of Phibhuri, Thailand for half a month, and its movements are still unknown?" Corning asked calmly.

Wen Song was shocked when he heard this: "What? The Americans are here! Those buckets from the Military Intelligence Department... Aning, is this news accurate?"

Corning nodded: "Absolutely no problem! The big brother in the north also raised the same question a week ago. For this reason, I sent two groups of intelligence personnel to verify. The news that the US military officers and soldiers of two of the regiments were carrying out intense training in the mountains and hilly areas east of the Ong Mountains. They were targeting it."

Wen Song clearly realized the seriousness of the situation and stood up and kept pace. Finally, he looked at Corning with a serious face: "What do you think about the tension in front of you?"

"Because the border dispute between us and Thailand has not been resolved, the last border war was finally stopped by the United Nations. Faced with the mediation of several major powers and ASEAN countries, both sides were helpless, but this time, the situation was obviously different. After the Americans occupied Iraq, they had already made a free move. In addition, the big brother and ASEAN countries in the north are currently at a loss by the sars, and the whole people are panicking, so it is difficult to distract and help us at this time. Therefore, I am worried that the war will start soon, and the trouble will be great!" Corning stopped here and smiled meaningfully at Wen Songtruffle.

"Are you worried that my position will not be protected? Aning, just say anything you have any suggestions." Wen Song obviously understood the meaning behind Corning's smile.

Corning nodded, and said with a look around, "How is the loan negotiation between Jiji Island and Repparis Island going?"

Wen Song didn't expect Corning to change the topic. He was stunned for a moment, but he still replied in a low voice: "The agreement has been signed, and substantive operations will be launched soon. There is no objection between China and Myanmar."

Corning smiled with relief: "So what are the central government still worried about? At this critical moment of tension, I immediately ask the elder brother and ask them some military aid. Since the Americans were watching, the soldiers could not support us, but it should be easy to support some powerful mountain war weapons and transportation vehicles. Now, targeted preparations are estimated to be timely, otherwise, if you really fight and ask for help, you will fall into a passive position. Let's not talk about anything else, even if you can pass through my territory and be transported to your hands in time, it is still a big question whether the officers and soldiers in the army will use it and whether they can use it well."

"I understand... Then you rest first. I will rush back and report to the Chairman and the Prime Minister immediately. This matter cannot be delayed for a moment." Wen Song said, and turned around and left.

Corning stood up and called Wen Song: "Wait first! Don't worry, ask you something. If there is a large-scale battle in the northwest of Myanmar at the same time as the battle starts in the south, how do you plan to deal with it? I said it is your internal affairs department, not the Central Military Commission."

Wen Song was shocked and sat down again, and asked nervously: "Anning. What news have you heard? You were shocked and surprised, and my heart was confused. Alas, when did these people know that they have worked closely together and they should attack together at critical moments?"

"Don't be anxious first, the soldiers come to block the generals, and the water comes to cover the soil. After analysis, my Chief of Staff and others found that if the south and north fight at the same time, corruption becomes a trend and the disintegrating Southern Military Region will probably be difficult to withstand the sudden fierce offensive of the opponent. At that time, Karen will definitely become the main battlefield for the two sides to compete with the opponent. If troops are mobilized from the central military region to support the south at this time, then more than a dozen large and small anti-government armed forces in central northern Myanmar will take the opportunity to cause trouble again. The general should

How to deal with it? General, you don’t have many internal security forces. The attack on the towns in northwest Myanmar has already caused you a headache. If the bandits in central northern Myanmar who have never been able to wipe out the entire situation together, I am very worried that those who are interested will take the opportunity to attack the general or even take the blame." Corning told Wen Song the latest news from the special forces team he sent, combined with his own analysis, which means that he would make plans for this old friend who finally got promoted to the position of Minister of Internal Affairs.

After listening to Corning's reminder, Wen Song felt very uncomfortable. He knew clearly that Corning's news often came more timely and accurately than the intelligence departments of the military government. At this time, since Corning had this statement, it means that serious problems had occurred in the border areas of Mandalay Province, Shige Province, Shan State and the northernmost Kachin State. Otherwise, Corning would not have called himself in such a hurry. If Myanmar was attacked from both north and south at the same time, the central military region would be exhausted, and the garrisoning task of nearly 100 counties and towns would fall on his internal affairs troops. If he was not careful or was successfully attacked by elusive anti-government armed forces, his responsibilities would be difficult to shift, especially after he had gone through a lot of hardships to be promoted to the throne of the Minister of Internal Affairs. If he was kicked off the stage, he might never have a chance in his life.

Wen Song pondered for a long time, looked up at Kang Ning and asked in a low voice: "Aning, if the situation really develops to this point, what solutions do you have to solve this crisis?"

Corning solemnly replied: "Our army has limited strength, and there is also a border line between Daqili City and Thailand. Therefore, our army must open its eyes wide and prepare to assist in the defense of Jingdong Military Sub-district at any time to prevent the opponent from tearing the defense line from the Thai-Myanmar border to open another battlefield. You also know that the entire Jingdong Military Sub-district only has 8,000 troops, and more than 2,000 officers and soldiers are all logistical personnel without combat effectiveness. I cannot make preparations in advance, and I also have to restrain the other three special zones and not let anyone rob on fire. Therefore, what I can do is very limited, but..."

"Aning, please tell me, what else can't be said between us?" Wen Song saw the worried expression on Kangning's face and quickly relieved.

Corning nodded: "My idea is not yet mature... I think if the situation really develops to that point, it is recommended that the general issue an order for the four special zones in northern Myanmar through the Central Military Commission to issue an order for the cooperation of the four special zones in northern Myanmar through the Central Military Commission, requiring the four special zones to send troops to assist the government forces in quelling the civil strife in northern Myanmar. Our department is willing to assist the work of the Central Military Commission and mobilize other special zones to send troops to correspondingly. If it goes well, the four special zones can even send more than one regiment to enter the northwest Shige Province to assist the government forces in eliminating the Luoxingjia tribe. General, you know that fighting mountain wars is the strength of the armed forces of the Shan State, especially the three strong northern Myanmar Special Zones. If they are to deal with the Luoxingjia tribe, it will be much more useful than the government officers and soldiers. The key is what kind of reward the central government can give to the three special zones after the war. Please consider this more."

Wen Song nodded in a key point: "I understand! If you can get the support of the four special zones, I am very confident to ensure the stability of northern Myanmar. Aning, this matter mainly depends on your Fourth Special Zone to deal with it. Don't worry, Jingdong area will be handed over to you no matter what. This is also our unanimous goal. With you here, you can restrain the various forces in northern Myanmar and maintain the stability and development of most parts of northern Myanmar. This has long been our consensus. General Noramin and General Fang Ming and others are not convenient to come to meet you today. Everyone entrust me to tell you that as long as we can survive this storm, the swaying centrists will be involved in our camp, which is beneficial to the country and nation and ourselves, and it is not harmful to us."

"Thank you, General! I will work hard." Corning replied seriously.

Wen Song stood up and said goodbye to Corning: "You are going to visit Taiwan this time, it is best to come back early, otherwise it will be very troublesome if a war really occurs. The upper level of the central government is now in chaos, and various factions are about to fight for power and profits. Everyone is speculating how much time has left for Chairman Danrui. Alas... With you here, we can take the initiative. After all, your influence is no longer the same as before. We believe that as long as you climb to the high school, countless young students will enter our ranks. Aning, go and go back quickly!"

Corning held Wen Song's hand and nodded: "I understand! General, before leaving, I want to see Chairman Danrui with my own eyes. Can you arrange it for me?"

Wen Song thought for a while and replied: "I guess there is no problem. I will rush to the chairman's residence to report the current surrounding situation. Then I will make a request for you. Please wait for my phone to notify you by noon tomorrow."

"Thanks!"
Chapter completed!