Chapter 787: Initial changes brought about by the new relationship IV
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Qiaocheng Tobacco Factory is the second cigarette factory opened by Chen Mingxiang. It is much larger than the cigarette factory in Shanghai. It purchases tobacco leaves directly from Xuchang in Henan Province. The output of cigarettes is considerable, which is one of Chen Mingxiang's most important pillar industries at present.
one.
Half of the cigarettes produced every month are transported to the Kuomintang-controlled areas for sale. This is called smuggling and is operated through the Military Command Bureau. The other half is digested in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Anhui, and is shipped by trading houses in various places to Huatong Trading Company.
, and payment must be made first before delivery.
Xuchang tobacco is also famous for its quality throughout China. Although Chen Mingxiang's cigarettes are not low in price, they are highly sought after by smokers, especially those in the upper class, who are proud of the special cigarettes from the smoking factory.
Qiaocheng Cigarette Factory is one of the few private areas owned by Chen Mingxiang, and no one licks their faces to share the benefits. The military police have special cigarettes, the Marine Corps has special cigarettes, and the Japanese army enjoys cigarettes as "symbols" every holiday.
Who dares to make trouble and disturb his private land?
"Brother, it seems that the Japanese are indeed in trouble now. They are not as arrogant and domineering as before. To put it bluntly, the Pacific War they launched was actually a bad move. Now that the United States is participating in the war, it is the strongest capitalist country with industrial and economic strength.
It can’t be compared to Japan.”
"My family is having a hard time, and war resources are stretched thin. Then I think of giving some benefits to the Jinling government, hoping to tie the entire occupied area to their chariot. You don't care. I have always been in contact with the Shancheng government. I have the same
It was a bad move." Ding Mocun said, seemingly frustrated.
After leaving Zhou Fahai's house, the two went to Chen Mingxiang's house in the Yihe Road Gongguan District and continued drinking and chatting. It could be heard that Ding Mocun was already a little disappointed with the situation.
Someone must be able to find out the truth from certain changes. The Japanese adjusted their strategies. As a person in the game, Ding Mocun felt it deeply. He was a senior official of the Bureau of Investigation and Statistics at the same position as Dai Li and was also the spy chief. He had a good grasp of the situation.
His control ability is far better than that of Li Shiqun, a young spy.
When he first joined the Jinling government as a traitor, he became famous for a while and was valued by the Japanese and Wang Jingwei. He stepped on the blood and corpses of anti-Japanese comrades and became a member of the Central Standing Committee and director of the secret service headquarters of the Jinling government, directly entering the top management.
To be honest, although most of the things were done by Li Shiqun, Wu Sibao and others, he was also the culprit behind the killings and played a role in fueling the flames. His heart was no less vicious than that of Li Shiqun. This is a fact that no one can deny.
Speaking of countless crimes that are too numerous to mention, cutting him to pieces with a thousand cuts is not too many.
But now, as the minister of the Ministry of Social Affairs and the Ministry of Transport, he has no real power in his hands, and there is no sign that he will be re-employed. The situation has changed again, and he also has some regrets in his heart.
If he had not left the Central Statistics Bureau, although the position of deputy director would not be his turn, with the Central Statistics Bureau being comprehensively suppressed by the Military Statistics Bureau, he would probably be able to get an important position based on his seniority, such as personnel section chief, economic survey director, etc.
The director or the feudal official of a certain region would be much better than the current situation.
"Brother Mocun, I'm good at business. No matter which party's power I won't offend. Our ancestors also said that it's like a cunning rabbit with three burrows. It's not a bad thing to walk on multiple legs and step on several boats. No matter what the situation, I will always win.
Don’t lose, this is the rule of the game in troubled times.”
"Let's take a look and talk about it. The Japanese are not that easy to collapse. The future situation is very unpredictable. You and I are friends. When it is time to help, I will not refuse. Going to the dark side is really not the way to run a business." Chen Mingxiang laughed.
He said.
Ding Mocun said this, maybe as a test, or maybe because he wanted to use his interest relationship with the Military Command Bureau to find a way out for himself. After rebelling once, it was logical to rebel a second time.
But Chen Mingxiang still had to take the initiative. Instigating the rebellion against Dingmo Village was a great achievement, and it was considered a reward for burning a cold stove. It was definitely a significant contribution to the Military Command Bureau's merit list.
As for whether Dingmo Village will be cleared because of his introduction, Chen Mingxiang is not worried. Dingmo Village's reputation in the occupied areas, especially in Shanghai, is too bad. There is too much blood on its hands, and the mountain city government has also
He is listed as one of the traitors who will be severely punished. Even if he rebels again, he will not end well.
Of course, even if this guy is tempted, he is not afraid. Who doesn't know that he has been doing smuggling business with the Military Command Bureau for three years? This is a semi-open secret!
Therefore, he gave Ding Mo Village a reassurance. If the situation worsened further and the Japanese and Wang Puppet Government continued to decline, he would definitely help bridge the gap.
However, the current value of Dingmo Village to the Military Command Bureau is relatively low. He has no real power in his hands, his status is at the bottom, and he cannot provide convenience for the Military Command Bureau's actions. The symbolic significance is greater than the actual significance.
"Thank you, brother. I would like to step on a few boats, but I know my own abilities. Without your help, I am afraid that I will miss the step and fall into the water and drown. Not just anyone has your ability.
." Ding Mocun said with a wry smile.
He knows his own affairs. He is a typical person with high power but little power. It cannot be said that he has no power at all. But the corresponding benefits are really three walnuts and two dates, which are very pitiful. He does not have the capital to step on a few boats.
, so far, neither the Central Commander nor the Military Commander has contacted him privately.
Although he came to Jinling, as the Chief of Police, Chen Mingxiang didn't even go to his office. It was just an empty show in name only. He planned to give out some benefits during the Chinese New Year to win over people's hearts, so there was no need to show up at this time.
He got up very early, went to the street for breakfast, and then drove to the Ministry of Finance of the Jinling Government. This was originally the location of the Ministry of Finance of the Shancheng Government. His purpose today was to determine the sphere of influence of the Haiyuan Salt Company.
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"Brother Mingxiang, I'm here just in time. Let me introduce you to the two people in charge of the salt affairs of the Ministry of Finance. I just finished talking about your affairs and the documents will be typed out soon. Let's sit down and have a cup of tea to chat first." Zhou Fahai smiled.
said.
There were two other people in the office. After listening to the introduction, Chen Mingxiang learned that one was Ruan Yulin, the director of the Salt Affairs Bureau, who was responsible for formulating the overall plan, and the other was Liu Qian'an, the director-general of the General Administration of Salt Affairs, who was responsible for implementing various policies. These are all responsible for the salt affairs.
The boss.
"Director Chen, the minister attaches great importance to you. He actually assigned the salt sales of the two special cities, Su, Xichang, and Zhenjiang first-tier areas to your Haiyuan Salt Company. These places are the richest cities in our Jinling government." Ruan Yulin
Said with a smile.
At this moment, there was a knock on the office door, and a middle-aged man came, but his face didn't seem very good-looking.ntent
