A thick middle-aged male voice came from behind the door. Who was that person? It was Beria himself.
Captain Larin pushed open the wooden door quickly, and then, Yang Mingzhi, who was mentally prepared, stepped in with his right foot.
The spacious and bright office is decorated with carved beams and rich Russian-style decorations everywhere.
A heavy and wide wooden table faced the window. There were some books on the table and as many as four telephones.
An almost bald and thin man sat calmly, with piercing eyes and a pair of small glasses hanging on the bridge of his nose. Completely different from the luxurious decoration of the office, the owner of the room was simply dressed. However, for Beria, eating and dressing were enough.
Desire is too superficial. Is there anything more exciting than having supreme power?
Beria himself is not tall, only 170cm at best. In comparison, Yang Mingzhi is actually half a head taller than him!
"Are you Comrade Berekov? I have seen your information, and it is quite good. It is exactly the same as in the photo."
When Yang Mingzhi heard the voice of the historical figure Beria for the first time, he couldn't help but be shocked.
This person has mixed reputations and reputations in the history of the Soviet Union. Many data show that this guy has a bad character and is like a galloping horse in the pursuit of power. When it comes to major issues at the national level, he is known for his iron fist. For the sake of national interests,
Kill those "anti-Soviet elements".
The villain should always have a ferocious appearance, because the people need the villain to be full of fangs. In fact, it is not the case! Beria can be an executioner or a pervert. If you just comment on his appearance, he is just a capable middle-aged man.
That’s all.
To be honest, Yang Mingzhi really didn't want to deal with this guy any more.
As early as in the swamp, the drunk Salinchkin claimed that he did not like Beria because there was no conflict at work. No matter what Beria did, Salinchkin ignored him and only tried his best in his heart.
Fuming.
Although he was disgusted with this short man in his heart, proper etiquette must be observed. Yang Mingzhi straightened his chest and looked majestic. He walked directly into Beria's desk, stood straight and saluted the military salute.
These etiquettes are really important, because legally, the 6th Army belongs to the internal security force of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and Beria is one of Yang Mingzhi's immediate superiors. It can be said that they are both members of the same team.
Bailey stood up quickly, pulled out his stool and stood in front of Yang Mingzhi. With his hands behind his back, he commented on the Chinese man who was much taller than him.
"Very good, very good. You are Comrade Berekov. Comrade Stalin gave me an order. After the Ministry of Internal Affairs completes the reception, you will be sent directly to the Kremlin."
"Yes, Comrade NKVD. Comrade Captain Larin has already explained to me today's arrangements. I will strictly complete the tasks assigned by the leader."
"Very good, your ideological consciousness is very high, completely beyond my thoughts."
A smile appeared at the corner of Beria's mouth: "You are Chinese, but you have become a distinguished general of our great alliance. Meeting you is really a wonderful experience, and you are also the first person I have met this year.
A Chinese."
There was something in his words, and Yang Mingzhi immediately caught the clue.
"No, Comrade NKVD. I have become a Belarusian citizen, which is equivalent to acquiring Soviet citizenship. According to the laws of the Union, I am legally a Soviet citizen."
"Yes, but..." As he spoke, Beria sat back in his seat, "Now is the time of world war. Some Soviet citizens have forgotten their obligations and actually stood on the enemy's side against the Soviet general.
Comrade, what do you think about this? What is your position?"
They were really standard Russians. Yang Mingzhi thought they would continue chatting for a while. Unexpectedly, Beria suddenly transformed into a judge and began to interrogate himself, the general.
By the way, Yang Mingzhi doesn’t need to reward this guy. Youdao is the one who can threaten the No. 1 person more than the No. 2 person. Beria is the No. 2 person. If Stalin no longer trusts him, it means that Beria’s
Falling out of favor. In other words, whoever serves as Chairman of the Council of Ministers has the power to remove the NKVD from all positions.
Historically, Khrushchev, who had gained great power, secretly executed Stalin's "faithful dog" Beria.
Yang Mingzhi hesitated for more than ten seconds and said sternly: "Anyone who poses a threat to the Soviet Union should be eliminated! We will lock up these people and execute them for serious crimes. Those with less serious crimes will be sent to Siberia to dig potatoes!"
"
"Haha, as expected, you are actually the same person as us."
Judging from Beria's expression, Yang Mingzhi felt that he had touched this guy's itchy flesh. What he said made Yang Mingzhi feel that he was too radical and went too far. Only such paranoid words could make Beria feel
Comfortable.
Sure enough, the bald guy started talking loudly again.
"General Berekov, you should know very well who I am and where you are standing."
"Yes, Comrade NKVD Beria. What I am standing in is the office building of the NKVD. You and your comrades started as a secret police and are now also a military force."
"That's not entirely true. Please pay attention to your wording, Comrade General. Legally, you also belong to this organization. You must understand that we are a special committee specifically targeting anti-Soviet elements. This is the greatest creation of our revolution."
"Yes, I totally agree."
"Do you smoke?" Beria asked.
"This...I intend to quit smoking because smoking is harmful to health."
"But tobacco can keep your mind alert." Beria lit a cigar himself, and soon, thick clouds of smoke floated in the office.
Beria continued his spiel: "The French Revolution invented the guillotine, which was a step forward compared with the ax and the gallows. But the efficiency of the guillotine was still too low, so the French Revolution failed.
Compared to the French, we are very efficient. The global Red Revolution will be victorious, and the Axis Powers, Western Capitalism, and feudal kingdoms around the world, all enemies of the people, will be wiped out.
The great Soviet Red Army is destroying armed enemies, and our task is to give priority to destroying enemies within. Do you understand?"
"I know this very well."
"Of course! I'm very sure you know this."
A cigar can last a long time, so Beria put it out forcibly and threw it directly into the trash can under the table.
"We will eventually win the victory over the entire planet. However, we must first solve the axis group that threatens us the most and hurts us the most. For this goal, we have to temporarily ally with the Western countries. Remember, it is only temporary. Lenin is not done yet
The cause of comrade Dzerzhinsky has been inherited by all the people in the Supreme Soviet, and Comrade Dzerzhinsky’s unfinished work has been inherited by me. I am responsible for supervising any enemies in the entire alliance who threaten the Soviet and throwing them into prison. Especially during the war,
This is very necessary. General Berekov, do you really understand?"
"I see."
Beria clearly had a threatening tone, and Yang Mingzhi felt deeply uncomfortable.
There is something in this guy's words. It is obvious that he talks about trust, but is still suspicious in his heart. Indeed, even if he becomes a Soviet citizen, the amazing thing is that China in 194 recognized dual nationality. So no matter how he expresses his loyalty,
Leaving the Soviet Union and returning to China is at least fully supported by Chinese laws.
Beria's power came from the Soviet Union, and anyone who threatened the Soviet Union was a threat to him.
The so-called "If you betray the Soviet Union, the Ministry of Internal Affairs will take severe sanctions."
Lubyanka Building 11 is magnificent. As a symbol of Soviet centralization, you can feel a little depressed just from the appearance. Inside it, facing the second most powerful figure in the Soviet Union, Yang Mingzhi felt a strong sense of oppression.
.
When the German army pressed into the swamp and as many as 50,000 people launched a military attack, Yang Mingzhi did not feel it was a huge threat at all. Instead, he felt it was a huge opportunity.
This is not the case now, because he is legally under the management of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Unless Stalin gives an order, Lieutenant General Belekov will no longer serve as the commander of the 6th Army. Only then can he draw a clear line with the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
It can be said that Beria showed off his power when he came up, which really shocked the arrogant Yang Mingzhi.
After swinging the stick, the next step is the carrot.
Beria cleared his throat and explained the arrangements for Yang Mingzhi.
"Comrade Stalin ordered us to entertain you and your wife well. As a general, you should enter the Kremlin in excellent condition. You will put on brand new military uniforms, clean up in our internal bathhouse, and stay in our internal bathhouse."
After lunch in the cafeteria. At two o'clock in the afternoon, a special car will take you to the Kremlin."
Yang Mingzhi nodded, and he suddenly realized that something was wrong.
"Comrade, Comrade Speroskina and her brother arrived at the same time as me. Didn't they enter the Kremlin at the same time as us?"
"As for those two people, the Communist Youth League branch in Moscow will be fully responsible for the daily life of those two children. You don't have to worry about their affairs."
"Alright alright……"
Yang Mingzhi said no more. He never expected that he would say goodbye to Natasha today. Everyone has a different life, and Natasha must also face a new life alone.
Suddenly, Yang Mingzhi fell into a unique emotion, just like an old father facing his daughter who was about to marry far away.
"No! She and I are just superiors and subordinates. She is just my beloved soldier!"
Yang Mingzhi, who fully regained consciousness, immediately accepted the next arrangements of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Then as the first item of arrangement - take a bath. That is really a joy to hear!
There are bathhouses in the military bases in the swamps, but they are relatively simple overall. Especially in winter, bathing is a risky behavior. Until the sulfur hot springs began to be used, the health status of the majority of soldiers and civilians improved. Even so, bathing is still a
Luxurious activities.
Yang Mingzhi has long disliked the patchwork of old military uniforms. As a Han nationality, he was sure that neither he nor his wife carried the body odor gene, so the old military uniforms had a smell, but Lao Maozi could hardly smell it. But the military uniforms were too smelly.
If it is broken, continuing to mend it will not only be a pretext for fame, but it will also become more and more troublesome for daily life.
The Soviet Union is currently facing an all-round shortage of materials. No matter how poor it is, it cannot afford to deplete its army. How can a well-fitting general's military uniform be a problem?
Yang Mingzhi exited Beria's office, and the brief conversation gave him a special understanding of Beria.
Putting aside the romantic anecdotes about this person, this person is definitely an efficient person, and his character is also very paranoid. He will chase down and kill anyone who threatens him!
"I really don't want to talk to this guy anymore. Fortunately, my wife didn't see this guy."
Yang Mingzhi continued to follow Captain Lalin, and soon the two of them went directly to the bathhouse in the basement.
Speaking of this bathhouse, did that happen more than 20 years ago? During the founding ceremony of Soviet Russia, Dzerzhinsky and Trotsky decided to execute the Russian kulaks. It was a catastrophe and was quickly terminated by Lenin's order.
.Many anti-Soviet elements died in Lubyanka’s underground bathhouse.
Lubyanka is a big place, and bathhouses are located in basements. Wastewater can easily drain into the Moskva River, so there are many underground bathhouses here.
However, who can guarantee that Chico did not execute prisoners on a large scale underground in Building 11 more than 20 years ago?
Larin looked happy: "Our basement is a good place to rest. The ground will be very cold in winter, but all the staff in the building can enjoy the sauna in the basement."
"Oh, yes! You really know how to enjoy it. Look at me, we dug a hot spring in the swamp, which is also a kind of enjoyment. If I had to choose, I am still used to open-air hot springs."
"There are no such conditions in Moscow. I hope you like our bathhouse. Please note that you only have one hour to bathe. Someone will bring you brand new military uniforms on time. If there are any problems, I will always stay at the door.
I'm waiting for your orders."
"All right."
Lubyanka's underground bathhouse, he quickly washed up and left here. Yang Mingzhi threw away the old clothes, and only ordered Captain Larin to take strict care of him. Soon, the muscles on his body and the terrifying scars on his arms, ordered Larin to
Captain Lin was stunned.
This man from a foreign land is not only tall, he is clearly a tough guy.
Watching Yang Mingzhi get into the steamy shower room, Captain Larin standing outside the door couldn't help but touch his belly: "Damn belly, how can I build abdominal muscles? Do I have to go to the front line to fight?!"
Yang Mingzhi didn't care what Captain Larin thought. He bumped into an interesting little guy in the clouds and mist - Kostya.
"Oh, dear Kostya, they also arranged for you to come for cleaning?"
"That's right, uncle. Thank God, I feel like I'm covered in mud. I have to wash it off. Those uncles said that you can have a sumptuous lunch after you take a shower. There's meat, cakes, and a lot of delicious food."
"Really!" Holding his wet head, Yang Mingzhi was also full of hope for lunch.
Because Beria spoke so thoroughly, Stalin issued an order that the reception lunch must be sumptuous.
"They're not going to serve a big pot of roasted lamb, are they?" (To be continued)