If you want to say that the busiest place in Shanghai is the Puyuan Tea House on Yunnan South Road.
Although the Japanese were engaging in white terror, which made the whole Shanghai people panic, but for some reason, the public board of directors, which had always been soft and compromising with Japan, suddenly became tough. Although there was no public betrayal, there were policies and countermeasures.
He sang the opposite tune in a different way.
This time, the people who were already almost suppressed to the extreme got a chance to breathe. Many people directly regarded the French Concession as the last piece of pure land in Shanghai.
Immediately afterwards, there was an influx of large amounts of funds and personnel, which immediately made the already prosperous French Concession even more expensive and overcrowded.
Although the Public Security Bureau issued several restrictive measures in succession, it still could not stop the enthusiasm of the people from flocking to the French Concession in large numbers, so in the end they had no choice but to strengthen management measures as much as possible.
As a result, in the major entertainment venues that used to exclusively provide services to dignitaries, the presence of middle- and lower-class people gradually increased.
The Garden Tea House is one of them. Perhaps because of the high-pressure policy of the Japanese, it was really difficult for them to continue, so after the change of attitude of the public management bureau, they were the first to put aside their status and take the initiative to start farming.
sink market.
It soon gained a large number of loyal customers. Although it inevitably became a gathering place of three religions and nine streams, and a mixed place, it was better than sitting on nothing and closing down, right?
Early that morning, Xian Guansheng, the chairman of Guanshengyuan Food Factory, came to the Puyuan Tea House early as usual. He went straight to the second floor and sat down at the seat with the best view. Someone immediately brought the freshly brewed tea.
Fragrant tea and the day's newspaper.
At this moment, a fat figure came over and greeted him familiarly, "Hey, Lao Xian, you came really early today!"
Xian Guansheng rolled his eyes at the man and replied unceremoniously: "Look at what you said, don't I come here at this time every day? If you have something to say, just say it and don't disturb my interest in drinking tea."
"Hey, you old man... forget it, I have a broad mind and am not as knowledgeable as you." After saying that, the man quickly glanced around, then lowered his voice and continued, "Have you heard? Lao Gu's son-in-law was arrested.
The special higher education courses have been put back!"
"Which Lao Gu?"
"Who else could it be? Of course it's President Gu of the Quanye Chamber of Commerce!"
"It's the former president!" Before he finished speaking, Xian Guansheng corrected him angrily, "You can't even speak so rigorously. Thanks to you, Lu Peifu, you are still known as the 'Shipping King'. Be careful of what comes out of your mouth!"
Lu Peifu curled his lips with an unconvinced expression, "Hey, who can't see the tricks they are playing?"
Although Gu Hansheng's public announcement in the newspaper to resign as president of the Quanye Chamber of Commerce immediately caused an uproar in Shanghai, his subsequent series of actions clearly conveyed a signal to the outside world, that is, the Gu family planned to publicly
The Japanese challenged the various overlord clauses it formulated.
It was precisely because of this series of actions that in a very short period of time, it united a large number of businessmen and capital who were also dissatisfied with the actions of the Japanese, and even vaguely formed an alliance force that cannot be underestimated.
However, although on the surface, all this is due to Gu Hansheng's personal charm, a discerning person will know at a glance that the reason why the current situation is formed is that the Quanye Chamber of Commerce hidden behind it must have played a lot of secretly.
Xian Guansheng was naturally very clear about this, but he still smiled and shook his head and said: "Don't tell me, there is something wrong with this. It's just so strange. If you don't weigh it, you can't weigh four or two, but if you weigh it, you can't weigh a thousand pounds."
!Seeing through but not telling the truth is the face left by both parties to themselves. If this layer of window paper is really broken, it will be a complete fallout and fight to the death."
"Okay, okay, I'm not here to listen to your lecture. Do you think Lao Gu and the Japanese have reached some kind of deal in private?"
"What do you think?" Xian Guansheng asked.
"Although I hope this is not the case, it is not impossible, is it? Otherwise, how could the Japanese be so kind and release people like this?"
"If that's the case, then why do you come here to ask me?"
"Look what you said, we old brothers are dead and scattered, and we are the only two left. If I don't come to ask you, who will I ask?"
Hearing this, Xian Guansheng couldn't help but feel a little sad, and then sighed heavily, "Yes, Lao Wu, Lao Mu, Xiao Hu, and Xiao Fang have all disappeared. Only the seven brothers from back then are left.
It’s time for us two old guys, when I think of this...why do you think I’m still hungry?”
As soon as these words came out, Lu Peifu, who was already completely immersed in sadness, flashed his waist fiercely, and then gritted his teeth and said: "You are such an ungrateful person, you are still thinking about beating me at this time.
Lao Tzu’s Autumn Wind.”
However, after scolding, Lu Peifu couldn't help but asked angrily: "Tell me, what do you want to eat?"
"Since you asked that, then I will reluctantly ask for a copy of Caotou Circle!"
"Are you okay, Lao Xian? You've been eating grasshead circles this early in the morning, and you're not afraid of getting angry!"
Xian Guansheng curled his lips and said, "We are all buried up to our necks in loess. I am still afraid of this? Just say no, please!"
"Okay, okay, I'll beg you, I'll beg you, okay? Waiter, let's get some from the grass-head circle, and be more serious!"
In a short time, a steaming hot pot of grass was served.
After taking a delicious bite, Xian Guansheng narrowed his eyes and said with enjoyment: "Tsk tsk tsk, it's crispy, soft and ripe, fat but not greasy. It is indeed a famous dish of Puyuan Tea House!"
Lu Peifu on the side couldn't stand it anymore and quickly interrupted: "Okay, okay, don't get intoxicated, let's talk quickly! What do you think about this matter?"
"How else can you look at it? Let me ask you, why does Lao Gu dare to go against the Japanese? Where does his confidence come from?"
"Of course it's the policy of 'Japan-China goodwill' and 'coexistence and co-prosperity' proposed by that idiot Tojo. With this policy in front, Yokota will naturally not dare to be forceful."
"Hold on! So since it's too tough, Yokota simply made a move to retreat in order to advance."
“Retreat to advance?”
"Yes, this move of retreating in order to advance will definitely arouse speculation from all parties. It is foreseeable that once the news spreads, there will be many people like you just now, feeling that there is a relationship between them.
Did they reach some kind of deal secretly? In this way, their goal would be half achieved."
"What about the remaining half?" Lu Peifu asked quickly.
"What's left? Then let's have another piece of braised pork."
"Are you still eating?"
"What are you talking about? Old man, I have a good appetite!"
Lu Peifu had no choice but to call the waiter and order another piece of braised pork.
Soon, after a mouthful of braised pork, Xian Guansheng's chat box finally opened up, "I'm telling you, Lao Gu's response from now on is crucial. If he continues to be stubborn to the end, then Yokota
There is every reason to take tough measures; but if he chooses to compromise, then all kinds of rumors will fly all over the sky, and the confrontation situation that has been created with great difficulty is likely to be completely broken."
"This... is a dead end anyway, so how can we play with it?"
"It's easy, isn't it? Don't forget, Lao Gu is not fighting alone. In addition to the so-called alliance and the Quanye Chamber of Commerce, there is also a Ming family standing behind him!"
"That's true, but speaking of the Ming family, I heard that the eldest young man in their family has plans to open a newspaper agency recently. Is there such a thing?"
"Where did you get this news?" Xian Guansheng took another mouthful of braised pork and stuffed it into his mouth, his mouth full of oil and asked.
Lu Peifu waved his hands with a proud look on his face and said: "Hey, don't worry about it. I will naturally have my own channels."
"No, Lao Lu, for the sake of treating me to something to eat, please listen to my advice. It's better to give up on your channel as soon as possible, so as not to delay the business."
"What do you mean?"
"What else can I mean? Of course I'm telling you not to easily believe those gossips!"
"So the information I received is wrong?"
"Of course, but the person who sold you this news is very smart, and it is not entirely false. It is true that the eldest young master of the Ming family is going to enter the journalism world, but he is not starting a new newspaper, but taking over ""
"Damei Evening News" was renamed "Shanghai Post" and continued to be published."
"Shanghai Poster? Isn't that the newspaper of the Red Party in the past? Will the Japanese agree?"
As soon as these words came out, Xian Guansheng spread his hands and replied: "Look, even you think this is impossible, right? But the Japanese just agreed. What does this mean?"
"What does it mean?"
"It shows that they have the guidance of an expert behind them! As the saying goes, the Japanese have been pursuing a high-pressure policy since they went to war with Britain and the United States and occupied the public concessions. However, this is a temporary helpless move after all. Over time, things will naturally turn out differently.
Such and such problems, and if the control is appropriately relaxed at this time so that the people under the rule can take a breather, then not only will it not be harmful to their subsequent rule, but it will actually benefit from it."
As soon as these words came out, Lu Peifu was so shocked that he opened his mouth wide and asked in disbelief: "Is it true?!"
"Of course it's true. Don't you think that the change in attitude of the Board of Directors, Lao Gu's business alliance, and the renaming of "Da Mei Evening News" to "Shanghai Post" and the re-release of it are too coincidental.
?”
"Listening to what you said, it seems that this is indeed the case." Lu Peifu thought about it carefully, nodded in agreement, but then asked, "Then should we do something?"
Xian Guansheng waved his hand, "No rush, let's wait and see how the situation develops before making the next decision. Tomorrow is the day when the "Shanghai Poster" newspaper office will be relocated and reopened. Let's wait and see!"
"good!"
There was no talk all night, and early the next morning, almost all of Shanghai's military and political officials, celebrities and businessmen, as well as prominent figures from all walks of life received invitations and gathered in the auditorium of a very impressive three-story foreign-style building in the French Concession.
one class.
At ten o'clock in the morning, under the gaze of countless guests and the spotlight, Minglou walked up to the rostrum calmly and said loudly to everyone: "We are one family all over the world, and we are brothers all over the world! I am very happy that you can take the time to attend the "Shanghai Poster" today.
"The relocation and opening ceremony of the newspaper office. On behalf of all the staff of the newspaper office, I would like to express my most sincere gratitude to you all for coming!"
As soon as these words came out, the audience burst into applause. The reporters in the front row seized every opportunity to press the shutter of the camera in their hands and take photos frantically.
Minglou pressed his hands down, and waited until everyone calmed down before continuing: "Please allow me to emphasize here that our newspaper is not only concerned about the development of various indicators of people's livelihood, but also the financial development of Shanghai as a whole.
The trade market, and even major wars at home and abroad will be tracked and reported as soon as possible."
Ming Lou's words were like a bombshell, which exploded among the crowd in the audience. Immediately afterwards, reporters from other newspapers couldn't help but stood up and asked: "Is Mr. Ming's words serious? Is your newspaper really true?"
Can you, as you said, truthfully report on Shanghai’s people’s livelihood, financial trade, and domestic and foreign wars?”
"Of course!" Minglou replied confidently, "I can't just say it with words, but I can now reveal an exclusive piece of news to all my colleagues in the media. Just at 7 o'clock last night, the special high school and 76
High-level officials held an emergency meeting, at which it was decided to launch a new round of inspection operations in the coming period to completely eradicate the terrorist forces in the Shanghai Public Settlement and Little Tokyo."
As soon as these words came out, there was an uproar in the audience. The reporter who just stood up to ask questions was stunned on the spot. It took him a long time to come back to his senses and asked: "Mr. Ming...Mr. Ming, you revealed such confidential information."
,Are you not afraid of..."
Minglou smiled and said, "Thank you little brother for your concern, but the reason why I want to disclose this news publicly in front of so many people is to clarify to everyone that our newspaper has one and only one purpose. Then
It is truth, truth without any position. At the same time, I hope you can recognize our ability to obtain information."
However, before he finished speaking, another troublemaker in the corner stood up and asked: "Then I dare to ask Mr. Ming, if, I mean if, if one day, your newspaper's report is seriously inaccurate and violates the purpose of running your newspaper.
So what should we do?”
"This is a very good question! Here I can solemnly promise you that once such a situation occurs, once verified, this newspaper will give heavy rewards to the individuals and organizations that provide key evidence, and use all the connections of the Ming family to fully investigate the falsehoods.
The source of the information will be revealed to the public after being investigated. I wonder if this answer will satisfy my little brother?"
