"Of course they can see the extent of the country's crisis, but they believe that Japan's aggression can be resolved through negotiation. If this is not possible, the conflict between the two countries can be eased through mediation by the League of Nations and the great powers." Sheng Youde continued.
"This is completely a stupid and traitorous argument. The day the Japanese bayonets are put on their necks, they will cry for their fathers and mothers!" Lu Ming was so angry that his face was deformed.
Sheng Youde waved his hand and said: "Don't worry, listen to me. They even gave an example, saying that in the Opium War, the Eight-Nation Allied Forces failed to destroy China. Now Japan cannot destroy China alone. Britain, the United States and France
The other great powers will not allow Japan to monopolize China's interests."
"Don't they know an old saying in China: No matter what happens, the only one you can rely on in the end is yourself. Only relying on your own people is the final way out." If it weren't for facing Sheng You.
De, Lu Ming almost shouted loudly.
Sheng Youde disagreed and said: "In a word, they believe that the only thing that can infringe on their interests in the future, or even deprive them of their living space, will be the armed forces of the Communist Party."
"If they persist in their traitorous arguments, I think they are likely to be misled by their words, and they will eventually be eliminated by the Communist Party, because they have become enemies of the people and the nation." Lu Ming suddenly felt that the future of the country was bleak.
, I couldn’t help but feel sad.
"This is how the Chongzhen Dynasty fell. One person only cares about personal interests, and an organization only considers the interests of the organization, without considering the interests of the court and the people. Now these die-hards consider their interests in the Kuomintang, and the pro-Japanese elements
It is personal vested interests." Sheng Youde saw further and more thoroughly.
"Now it seems that the Communists are the most reliable. They have sacrificed almost all the interests of their own party and organization just to establish an anti-Japanese national united front." Lu Ming said with emotion.
"Don't be deceived by the Communist Party. Don't they think about the interests of their own party? You are wrong. This is their most brilliant point. As long as the anti-Japanese national united front is established, the government cannot continue to use troops against them. They
They can survive and then accumulate strength to make a comeback. If not, how long can their remaining military power be able to resist?" Sheng Youde said.
"Old man, I don't think so. When King Li Chuang broke out of Tongguan, only 18 people were left. A few years later, he was able to pull out tens of thousands of troops. The CCP's armed force will not only have 18 people left, right? He who wins the hearts of the people will win.
This is the eternal truth in the world." Lu Ming retorted.
"Well, it makes sense for you to think so. The CCP's survival today is indeed inseparable from the broad support of the working people. I also told Lao Jiang that he paid too much attention to the interests of the middle and upper classes, but forgot about the bottom class.
He seems to understand the interests of the people and said that after the CCP and local forces are dealt with, he will then increase the welfare of the people at the bottom."
Lu Ming sneered and said nothing, but two words popped into his heart: It's too late.
The two drank the wine in silence, and Sheng Youde poured them another glass.
"What if Mr. Jiang insists on not agreeing to cooperate with the Communist Party to establish the anti-Japanese national united front?" Lu Ming asked.
"No solution. I talked to him earnestly for a long time, but he was completely indifferent. He said that he agreed to establish a national united front, but it did not include the CCP. The CCP must be solved by force. There was no room for negotiation." Sheng Youde shook his head.
He smiled bitterly.
"If the Red Army offered to go to the North China front to fight the Japanese, wouldn't he agree?" Lu Ming asked.
"Of course he won't agree. He thinks this is the Communist Party's plan to escape from its shell and want to establish its own base in North China." Sheng Youde spread his hands and said.
Lu Ming slammed the table and said angrily: "He... damn... is really hopelessly stubborn."
"Well, our Mr. Jiang is Mr. Hitler who wholeheartedly wants to imitate Germany, but he can't do it. China is not Germany, nor is it Italy. Fascism has no place to survive in China. The Chinese people have been ruled by ethics for two thousand years.
Over the years, it has been melted into the bones, naturally resisting the growth of any fascist cells." Sheng Youde said with a smile.
"Then what should we do now? Is it because of his stubbornness that he gave up the opportunity to form an anti-Japanese national united front?" Lu Ming asked.
"Let's look at the development of the situation. If the Japanese really attack North China on a large scale, he may have to change his views at that time. He is still taking chances now." Sheng Youde said sarcastically.
"It's true that you won't shed tears until you see the coffin, and you won't look back until you hit the wall." Lu Ming finally said coldly.
Lu Ming left Liuyuan and gained a more comprehensive understanding and perspective on the current situation.
Although Sheng Youde's lobbying was resisted by Mr. Jiang, he was still full of strength because of meeting Mr. Li.
Lu Ming came to Wanguo Apartment, found Mr. Dong, and quietly told him the news about meeting Mr. Li today.
Mr. Dong said excitedly: "I have just received an order from the headquarters. The radio station has been reactivated. However, it will only be used as a special radio station for you to communicate with the headquarters. Unless there is something particularly important, I will help send telegrams to the comrades in Shanghai."
"Let's go have a drink. Today is worth celebrating." Lu Ming said.
He forced Mr. Dong and An Yi to go out for a drink to celebrate, but the two people only accepted the nearby eight bowls to celebrate and were unwilling to go to more luxurious places. They still resisted the luxurious life from their hearts.
During the meal, An Yi stroked her hair and said: "Your work has been arranged, but my work has not been settled yet. What day should I wait? My hair has turned a few gray. I suspect that I am
It’s not that the organization forgot about it.”
Lu Ming smiled and said: "Sister An's character is that she can't stay at home, and it's not easy to find a job. I'll help you find whatever job you like."
"It's not that easy. I have to get approval from above when I go out to work." An said with a frustrated face.
Hearing what she said, Lu Ming had no choice but to give up, otherwise he really wanted to introduce An Yi to work at Sheng's.
Of course, it is possible to arrange for An Yi to join the Secret Intelligence Service, but as the largest intelligence source, he can obtain all information. If An Yi goes, it will be a repetition. It is better to go to the Sheng family.
Although Lu Ming is the plenipotentiary representative and chief legal advisor of the Sheng family, he really doesn't know the Sheng family deeply. He has never done anything for the Sheng family in these years. He wants An Yi to enter the Sheng family and help him.
Check it out.
"I have several trading companies in my hands. How about you take over two of them and use them as a base to raise funds for the superiors in the future." Lu Ming thought for a while and suggested.
"Well, I think this is okay. Although I don't know what the current situation of our people is, I think they must be very short of money." Mr. Dong said happily.
"But I haven't done any business, so I might as well compensate you." An Yi said with a wry smile.
"I used to be a young master, and now I'm in charge of the intelligence department's food, drink, and shit. I've adapted to it. As long as you want to do it, there's nothing you can't do." Lu Ming encouraged.
"Well, you can apply to the higher-ups. Our comrades in Shanghai are also seriously lacking in funding sources. Relying on the grassroots to raise funds is not an option. Old Dong, what do you think?" An Yi said eagerly.
"You can raise funds for your hometown, but you cannot have horizontal contacts with comrades in Shanghai. This is a prohibition. Please remember it." Mr. Dong reminded.
"Oh, by the way, I forgot about this. The situation now is even more special." An Yi glanced at Lu Ming and apologized.
In order to protect Lu Ming, Mr. Dong and An Yi have been ordered not to have lateral contact with any other comrades, including comrades from the Shanghai underground party.
The future mission of the two of them is to protect Lu Ming and the radio station. When facing the enemy, they are a barrier in front of Lu Ming.
This time when Mr. Li came to Shanghai, he did not make an appointment with them, but used the radio to convey the order, just to protect Lu Ming and the radio station.
The order given to them by the organization ended with an emphasis: Lu Ming's personal safety is of great value to the party's cause and cannot be careless in the slightest.
"Brother Dong, Sister An, I'm happy today. You can relax a little and don't be so nervous, okay?"
Seeing the increasingly serious expressions of Mr. Dong and An Yi, Lu Ming couldn't help but laugh and raised his glass to toast them.
"No, from now on, our mission is to protect you, Lu Ming, you must cooperate with us!" An Yi and Mr. Dong looked at each other and said seriously.
Lu Ming sighed and deliberately fell on the wine table.