The news of the defeat of the People's Army spread throughout Budapest overnight, which made many revolutionary masses panic. Many smart people packed their bags and prepared to leave this city that was about to become a place of right and wrong.
As a result, a large number of Budapest residents began to flee in the early morning. As a result, several bridges in Budapest that connect the two sides of the Danube River through the city were even more crowded with people fleeing.
As the Margaret Bridge with the highest traffic rate and the heaviest burden on weekdays, it is even more crowded. Many people bring their families and want to go to the west bank of the Danube River through here, because there are no Romanians on the west bank.
In the propaganda of the Hungarian government, the Romanians do all kinds of evil, and the Hungarians who were driven out from the east of the Tisza River confirmed this statement. Therefore, in the hearts of the Hungarian people, these Romanians are all evil bastards. Now the Romanians want to
Now that they are here, of course they need to consider leaving for themselves and their families.
The people of Budapest were so afraid of the Romanians that the Soviet government, which was at war with them, certainly could not turn a blind eye. So in addition to sending troops to maintain order at various intersections, they were also discussing the government's response.
In the Soviet Government Building (formerly the Government Building of the Kingdom of Hungary), there is still the original conference room. The members of the Soviet Government are sitting here waiting for the meeting. It can be seen from their anxious faces that they are worried about the Romanian army that is so close.
worry.
"Boom"
The door to the conference room was pushed open, and Chairman Bellakun walked in with Internal Affairs Commissioner Sidler and Foreign Affairs Commissioner Vantush.
The three chairs at the front of the conference table are their positions, which also shows the status of the three of them.
After sitting in his seat, Bella Kun glanced at everyone and said: "Now prepare for the meeting."
At this time, Internal Affairs Commissioner Siedler stood up and said: "I have something to say."
Everyone was a little surprised that Sidler suddenly stood up and interrupted the progress of the meeting. Faced with Sidler's sudden interruption, Bella Kuhn, the host of the meeting, said: "What can you do?"
Faced with Bellakun's inquiry, Internal Affairs Commissioner Siedler immediately said: "Before the start of this meeting, I have a situation that needs to be explained to everyone. There is a very important reason why we lost the war with Romania this time.
.That is, our intelligence was leaked, allowing the Romanians to have first-hand information about us. As the member in charge of internal affairs, I need to be responsible for this. But we have found out this traitor."
What Sidler said shocked everyone. They didn't expect it to be like this. They all looked at Sidler for a moment and waited for his next words. Without letting everyone wait any longer, Sidler pointed.
In the conference room, Commissioner Helico, who was also waiting for him to speak, said: "This traitor is Helico."
When Sideler said Helico's name, two soldiers appeared behind him and restrained him.
Faced with Sideler's sudden accusation, Herrico immediately struggled and retorted loudly: "This is impossible, I did not rebel, and I did not betray the government's intelligence."
"Why not? Your housekeeper has already confessed. After the last meeting, you wrote the contents of the meeting in a letter and asked the housekeeper to hand it over to a grocery store. This Romanian intelligence base disguised as a handyman shop has also been
We destroyed it in one fell swoop. The evidence is solid. If you have anything else to say, take it with you."
Following Sideler's order, the two soldiers dragged Hérico, who was held down tightly, out of the conference room. Along the way, only Hérico was left shouting loudly: "I didn't, it's not me."
Everyone present was shocked by the news that the education committee member Herico had rebelled and surrendered to the enemy. They never expected that it would be such a result. Some smart people thought of something from the current situation, but they did not change their expressions and behaved like everyone else.
Quite shocked.
At this time, Bella Kuhn, the host of the meeting, said: "Okay, I am also surprised about Helico's defection to the enemy. But now that we have solved this hidden danger, we now need to discuss what we should do next."
Bellakun knew that Helico was unjustly accused, and in fact, it was his instruction to label him a traitor. This was not because Bellakun wanted to harm him intentionally, but because of circumstances. This defeat was detrimental to the stability of the government.
The impact has been so great that it has shaken the foundation. In order to give an explanation to the relatives of the soldiers who died in this battle, and also to give an explanation to the dissatisfied people within the government and the party, someone must be responsible for this.
In fact, the most suitable candidate is Commissar Landelier, who is in charge of military affairs in commanding this battle. However, Landelier is the only one among the top leaders of the party who understands military affairs. If he is handed over, the People's Army will probably be disbanded immediately.
Lost. As for himself and others, although they participated in the Russian Revolution, they were not candidates to command the battle.
Finally, after secret discussions, they decided to use a traitor among the top officials to take the blame for Landelier. On the one hand, it was to preserve Landelier as the only military commander. On the other hand, it was to deter the currently unstable government.
and internal parties, this is to inform them that the current government still has control and not to have too many ideas.
After Bellakun's words fell, Foreign Affairs Commissioner Vantush said immediately: "Currently our revolutionary army has suffered a heavy blow, and the enemy is close at hand, which makes many people worried about this. I think the top priority is
, it is necessary to relocate government agencies to a city that is protected from enemy troops. Among the choices that meet this requirement, I think the city of Gyor best meets our requirements. It is close to the Republic of Austria and Slovakia, and there is no hostility around it.
The power makes it suitable to be the seat of our provisional government."
Everyone present agreed with Wantushi's suggestion, and the discussion on the location for the government's relocation was completed. No one knows how much role Commissioner Herrico played.
Seeing that after the government relocation was discussed, Bellakun said: "In addition to the government relocation, there is currently a need for someone to take care of the people's army led by Landelier who is returning."
Bellakun said it very euphemistically, but the meaning is the same. The 80,000 people's army led by Landelier to retreat is one of the few armed forces of the Soviet government, and there can be no more mistakes.
Moreover, these troops who have returned from defeat cannot be done with just a word of support. They need to prepare supplies for them, send people to appease their emotions, and make these low-morale troops feel the care of the government. These various things require a capability
Only outstanding people can do it well.
Therefore, when faced with Bellakun's inquiry, many people present did not dare to answer, for fear that they would do worse.
"Leave this task to me."
Seeing that no one was willing to take on this hot task, Wan Tushi couldn't help but accept it.
Seeing that his right-hand man had taken over the task, Bellakun thought that it was really difficult to leave this task to others, so he said: "Comrade Wantushi, I will leave this matter to you. All the remaining materials for the establishment will go to
If you mobilize, as long as Landelier and others are brought back safely, it will be considered a success."
"Don't worry, I will definitely bring back these comrades who fought bloody battles with the Romanian gangs."
Since there was not much time left for them, the meeting went very quickly.
After the meeting, the government relocation work was also carried out overnight. Things that could be taken away were taken away, and things that could not be taken away were destroyed as much as possible. After others evacuated, Wan Tushi looked at the unwanted documents flying in the sky outside the government building, and felt in his heart
I also felt a bit disappointed.
However, the lost returned to the lost, and the work had to be done. He summoned the remaining personnel, some of whom continued to maintain the established security, and the other asked them to find someone to cook immediately. The troops who had withdrawn needed a bite of hot food the most at this time.
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When another early morning arrived, Budapest was much quieter than before, and the usual warm revolutionary atmosphere was gone. At this time, at the end of the road, a group of soldiers wearing People's Army uniforms appeared in sight. A night of running around made them
They all looked tired, but the existence of military discipline could be seen from their faintly visible queue.
"fine."
When Wan Tushi saw this, he felt a big stone drop in his heart. He was most afraid that the returning People's Army would lose military discipline, which would make it completely impossible to continue to integrate them into an army that has always been able to fight. The worst case scenario has not happened. It seems that
It's all thanks to Landelier.
"Prepare food for these soldiers and arrange a place for them to rest immediately."
Wan Tu Shi knew what these soldiers needed most now, and immediately had someone prepare it for them.
Facts have proved that Wan Tu Shi did it very wisely. After receiving the news of hot meals and a resting place, these soldiers ate in twos and threes and went to rest under the leadership of the staff. After fighting all night, Iron Man also
Can't stand it.
Landelier, whom Ventoux had been waiting for, did not appear until the sun rose high.
Seeing Landelier with sunken eyes and messy beard appearing in front of him, Wan Tu Shi couldn't believe it. But when Landelier saw Wan Tu Shi in front of him, a sadness that he could no longer hold back filled his heart.
, he walked to Wan Tu Shi and said with a sob: "This time I brought the soldiers of the People's Army into the pit of fire. I am ashamed of my trust in my comrades."
Landelier was about to sit on the ground as he spoke. Wan Tushi quickly stepped forward to support him and said: "You are not to blame for this matter, we are all responsible. Now the soldiers of the People's Army still need you to lead them
You are out of danger. So you can’t fall down and you have to be strong to withstand the pressure.”
As he spoke, Wantushi took a piece of food from the staff, handed it to Landelier and said, "Eat something first, and then you can take a short rest."
Landelier took the food and still held Vantoten's hand and said: "Budapest cannot be defended now, we need to evacuate quickly."
Vantoten patted Landelier on the shoulder and said comfortingly: "The Soviet government has made the decision to move to Zell. Comrade Bellakun has taken the first step with others. I stayed here just to wait for you.
.So don’t worry, we have made arrangements.”
After receiving the accurate information, Landelier finished his meal and went to rest at the urging of Vantu Shi, while Wantu Shi continued to distribute food and shelter to the soldiers who came from behind. It was not until nearly noon that the soldiers who returned changed.
Wan Tu Shi was also relieved. The more than 80,000 pieces of food prepared overnight this time were basically illuminated. It seemed that only so many soldiers had returned, and he also needed to prepare for the retreat.
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When evening came, Ventoux and Landelier took one last look at Budapest.
Landelier said with a sigh: "I don't know when we can come back."
"There will be a chance."
While the two were talking, a soldier in charge of reconnaissance ran over. "Report, the enemy is only three kilometers away from Budapest."
"Okay, I get it."
Landelier replied to the soldier and said to Vantoten: "Let's go, we will definitely come back."
Then a group of People's Army soldiers followed them and left Budapest.
