So, everyone laughed happily and asked Peng Shaoyong to show off his unique skills.
Peng Shaoyong finally put his foot down, especially when he saw the ladies staring at him with their big eyes open, he felt very proud.
He said calmly and lightly: "We all talk about the war of resistance. We must have some understanding of Japan, right? Know your enemy and your ally! Although Japan has had an emperor for a long time, in the past it was just a decoration and the country had great power.
It has always been in the hands of the shogunate! Before 1868, the Tokugawa shogunate was in power! Think about it, can the puppet emperor of Japan be willing to give in? Of course he was not willing to give in! So, he secretly contacted the Choshu and Satsuma domains.
The two vassal kings began to overthrow the curtain!"
No one expected that Peng Shaoyong, who always had a gloomy face, was actually a history buff, and they all looked at him in surprise. They couldn't figure out how the bombardment of the Japanese military headquarters got involved with the Tokugawa shogunate!
This respectful look made Peng Shaoyong very proud. However, he also knew that he could not go too far! If he went too far, it would be suspected of showing off, which would be bad.
He continued: "Let me put it simply! On January 3, 1868, the Emperor of Japan issued a proclamation called the 'Grand Order for the Restoration of Imperial Government', ordering the abolition of the shogunate and the recovery of power! This matter, in
In Japanese history, it’s called the ‘Meiji Restoration’! January 3rd next year will be the 70th anniversary!”
At this time, everyone realized that what Chief Peng was talking about was a point in time. On January 3, the 70th anniversary of Japan's Meiji Restoration, it would be great to bombard the Japanese headquarters!
But the problem remains the same, how to transport the cannon to DeSway Road!
Peng Shaoyong looked at the people around him, tried hard to hide the pride on his face, and said: "I got information that on January 3rd, the Shanghai Provisional Government will hold a float parade to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Japan's Meiji Restoration. The parade route starts from the 16th
Let’s go to Huishan Pier! You just have to think of ways to take advantage of this parade!”
Fu Xuelan's eyes lit up and she immediately said: "I have thought of a way. Let's see if it works. When I was in Gongji Hospital, I would make a snowman out of paper every Christmas and use it at the party. Can we use paper cannons?
Stick it up, put it on a truck and march in the parade!"
Qiao Yanfang said: "What a great idea! As long as you cross the Waibaidu Bridge, there will be no checkpoints!"
Wei Jiechen said: "That's right! In my hometown, when an old man dies, relatives have to paper a house with some ingots and so on! We can make it bigger!"
Liao Ruolan said: "It's best to use some cardboard to make the cannon bigger and deformed so that it can't be seen!"
Wei Jiechen grinned at her and said, "Miss Liao, I have the same idea as you, the same! Miss Liao, please keep smiling, keep smiling. I just like to see you smile!"
Liao Ruolan endured it again and again, and finally laughed. The others also laughed happily.
A big move was decided amidst joyful laughter!
15-7
At three o'clock in the afternoon, Commander Matsui Iwane called Takahashi and summoned Takahashi to the Japanese headquarters on DeSiwei Road.
Matsui Iwane is a very complex person. He is not tall, even very thin, but has a tenacious personality.
After the Meiji Restoration mentioned by Peng Shaoyong, his family's samurai salary was cancelled! Therefore, Matsui Iwane was often hungry as long as he could remember.
It was precisely because of his poverty that in 1885 he entered Chengcheng School, which specialized in training soldiers, because this school did not charge tuition. This is how he entered the military world.
He is said to be complicated because he once supported Sun Yat-sen's revolution. He even had a close relationship with Chairman Chiang Kai-shek who was not very proud at the time. Politically, he advocated Asiaticism and fought against Europe and the United States. In 1935, he
He was forced to resign and retire from the military after being suspected of assassinating Nagata Tetsuyama, the director of the Japanese Army Military Affairs Bureau.
Two years later, on the eve of the Songhu Battle, he was drafted into the army again and became the commander of the Shanghai Expeditionary Army.
The Battle of Songhu exposed the biggest problem of the Japanese army, which was the serious lack of logistical support. He ordered the troops to provide needed supplies on the spot. This order directly led to the massacre currently taking place in Nanjing!
Commander Matsui returned to Shanghai from Nanjing last night. He had to return!
First, the Nanjing Massacre, which he acquiesced to and even indulged in, is still going on! But it has had extremely bad effects!
Secondly, the secret peace negotiations between Japan and China in Shanghai attracted his attention. He wanted to know the results.
Third, a large amount of supplies were seized at the Shanghai port, causing a strong backlash from the international community! Both the Army General Staff Headquarters and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs sent telegrams asking him to handle the matter properly!
Commander Matsui summoned Masahiro Takahashi to his office and could only talk about the latter two issues!
After Takahashi came in, Matsui motioned him to sit down across from the desk and asked directly: "How are the negotiations in Shanghai going?"
Takahashi has listened to the recording of the negotiation between Kawahara Shigeru and Gao Zongwu. This recording was provided to him by the insider trained by Mr. Inoue! To be honest, Gao Zongwu's suggestion is indeed attractive. But to remove the leader of the Chiang Committee,
Easier said than done!
He said: "Gao Zongwu made some suggestions during the negotiations, of which there are two key points. One is to ask us to withdraw from North China, Shanghai and Nanjing. This is impossible!"
Commander Matsui waved to him with a stern expression, indicating for him to continue.
Takahashi continued: "Second point, he said that he could contact military commanders from various places to support Mr. Wang and force Mr. Chiang to step down! This, I think, is unlikely!"
"Is that Wang valuable?"
"Your Excellency, Commander, that Wang does have some prestige in all walks of life in China, even far more than Chiang. But he does not have any power in his hands. Therefore, no matter what he wants to do, it is unlikely to succeed!"
"What's the opinion from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs?"
"I heard that Shigeru Kawahara is sending a report back to China to ask for instructions, but it's not clear yet."
Matsui stared at Takahashi sharply, remained silent for a moment, and then suddenly said: "So, do you think that if you use this dog to divide the Chinese Communist Party, can this goal be achieved?"
Takahashi was really surprised by this proposal. To be honest, he had never seriously considered this issue. But considering his current political acumen, this is indeed a very bold proposal, and it can even get twice the result with half the effort!
He said cautiously: "Your Excellency, this is a big question that only a wise man can ask. I should consider it in the long run!"
Matsui stared at him keenly, nodded, and then turned the conversation in another direction.
15-8
After the secret meeting in the garage, Qiao Yanfang learned how to send a message from Tan Hao for half an hour and was very interested in it.
She watched Tan Hao help her set up the radio, then she picked up the radio and drove away in a car with her two brothers.
She has to go to Shiquan Road to establish a stronghold first. Today everyone has to go to the new stronghold to prepare!
Peng Shaoyong confirmed that both tasks had been implemented and left quietly.
Before he left, he said: "I will find a solution for you about the truck! Chen Zifeng, you must accomplish these two things!"
Chen Zifeng immediately said: "Yes, sir, we must!"
Peng Shaoyong, as usual, turned back when he walked to the door, stared at Chen Zifeng with dark eyes, and whispered: "You don't have to worry about me! I will keep the tasks agreed upon today a secret! We will see you tomorrow!"
Everyone who needed to leave left, and the garage became quiet.
15-9
In the Japanese military headquarters, Commander Matsui Iwane stared into Takahashi's eyes, making sure that he understood what he meant.
Then, Takahashi will definitely further refine his idea! He is right, this is a big plan that only a wise man can propose! He is still looking forward to it!
Then, he asked: "Please tell me what happened to the materials seized at the Shanghai port. People from all walks of life have asked me this question, as if it is a big deal."
Therefore, Takahashi talked about Japan's request for military documents and tried to obtain as many supplies as possible from China, especially strategic supplies. He also talked about the Chinese agents' attempt to cover up the newly delivered medicines.
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"Your Excellency, we had no idea that guns were found in a batch of British supplies! This gave us sufficient reason to seize those supplies! I guess the European and American governments lodged a protest with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs?"
"Yes, it is a very serious protest! The General Staff Headquarters, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and some big figures in the government have been asking me to properly resolve this issue. However, when you say this, I understand!"
"Sir, what's your opinion?" Takahashi asked carefully.
"Where did those guns come from!"
"Sir, these are guns left behind on the battlefield! Someone secretly collected them and tried to transport them away secretly!"
"Do you have a goal for this matter?"
"Yes! I am investigating! I judge that the number should be very large."
"Very good, you must handle this matter well!"
"Yes, Your Excellency. So, what about the port supplies? What do you want to do?"
Commander Matsui showed a rare smile and nodded to Takahashi, "Of course we need important supplies! You also said that we have good reasons! There is a large amount of munitions mixed in!"
"Yes, Your Excellency!"
"However, for those that are not too important, you can also consider letting some of them go. In this way, they will have nothing to say! Don't you think so?"
"Yes, Your Excellency, I understand what you mean! I will do it after I get back!"
"Also, I heard that there are some lurking enemies in Shanghai who are secretly fighting against us! Is it serious?"
"Your Excellency, it's not too serious, we can completely control it!"
"Then take more decisive action and eliminate them! Mr. Takahashi, you must do a good job in maintaining public security in Shanghai! This will be our rear area and supply base. There must be no big trouble!"
Takahashi stood up hurriedly, "Yes! Your Excellency, I will definitely do a good job in Shanghai's public security work!"