There were two banquet tables for the welcome dinner. The main banquet was hosted by Shanzi and Yumei, and Zhao Danian, Jinye and Xiaoru were all seated at the second table.
I don't know whether he was feeling refreshed or excited. As soon as the wine glass was filled, Mr. Zhang raised his glass and stood up.
Ladies and Gentlemen, today I am humblely visiting the Independence Regiment. The first thing I want to say is that Captain Wang understands the righteousness and has paid huge losses to rescue the brothers in the National Army. I take this opportunity to express my deep respect and cheers to the Independence Regiment.
Everyone stood up and toasted together.
Xiao Liu and the other four waiters filled the wine glasses again, and Shanzi stood up to make a speech.
Dear friends from the friendly forces, the fight against Japan is the common responsibility of Chinese military personnel, and mutual support is obligatory. On the occasion of the presence of Commander Zhang and his party, we toast to the sincere cooperation between the Kuomintang and the Communist Armed Forces.
Teacher Zhang took the lead in applauding, triggering a warm round of applause.
After the good drinker had finished six cups, Master Zhang said: "Captain Wang, Zhang never dreamed that I would be able to drink jade syrup and old agarwood in your camp tonight. It is really amazing."
Shanzi's face turned red: "Mr. Zhang, you mean that Tubal Road is too poor to wear shoes and cannot afford such expensive wine, right?"
Mr. Zhang said bluntly: "It can be understood that way."
Shanzi forced a smile: "Mr. Zhang, Tubal Road is poor, but he is very considerate to his allies. He would rather let the brothers miss a meal than let the guests be well entertained."
When Mr. Zhang heard this, his thumb almost touched the tip of Shan Zi's nose: "Captain Wang is a good friend. Today we met a close friend over wine. You and I should just go one on one, and we won't give up until we get drunk."
Although Mr. Zhang was bold and domineering, he just catered to Shan Zi's drinking habit, so Shan Zi ordered Xiao Liu to use a tea bowl instead of a wine glass.
Don't talk about others present, not even Yumei can dissuade her.
In this way, Shanzi and Mr. Zhang drank so much that they were helped back to the dormitory.
At the invitation of Secretary Ye, Xiaoru accompanied Ye Lan to visit Captain Bao.
Captain Bao was arranged to spend the night in Xiaohu's dormitory.
Anyone familiar with him knows that Captain Bao has a calm nature and never likes gossiping.
In front of Xiaoru, Captain Bao pointed the topic directly at Ye Lan: "Secretary Ye, I hope you will take into account the overall situation and stop holding any prejudice against Captain Lin. It is just a private life, and it was your choice at the beginning."
Ye Lan felt aggrieved: "Team leader, Ye Lan was deceived by Captain Lin's lies, and Ru Han's experience in the special training team. Captain Lin used this as a threat to force Ru Han to submit. I can testify to my humble position,"
After listening to Ye Lan's defense, Captain Bao had a gloomy face: "Secretary Ye, please speak carefully. What is deception? Why was you deceived? Ru Han has already left the national army. Does this have anything to do with you?"
Captain Bao continued: "What's more, I heard from Captain Lin that you have a tendency to defect to the independent group. I made it clear that you are different from Ru Han. Ru Han left the national army because Captain Lin had no choice but to do it."
Ye Lan was choked up by the words and felt so flustered that she couldn't say a word.
At this time, Captain Bao turned his attention to Xiao Ru: "Ru Han, I know you are full of resentment, but this resentment can only be directed at individuals and cannot be directed at the party, the country and the national army. In any case, it is the national army that created your talents and achievements. I have won your career, and I hope you will not forget your roots in the future.”
Xiaoru smiled bitterly and agreed perfunctorily.
6
After breakfast, there was a guard with a gun on both sides of the regimental headquarters gate.
At eight o'clock in the morning, Commander Zhang and Commander Bao walked into the regiment headquarters one after another, followed closely by Lin Feng and two secretaries.
Prior to this, Shanzi, Yumei and Zhao Danian had taken seats on the north side of the desk. As a confidential secretary, Xiaomei participated in the recording of this meeting.
When Xiaoru made tea and exited the main hall, Shanzi spoke first: "Mr. Zhang, please forgive me for being blunt. A mere two hundred tons of cement and fifty tons of steel bars are just a drop in the bucket for the national army. We don't need to waste time on this issue." and energy, you just need to show your attitude,"
Commander Bao said: "Commander Wang, since the teacher has arranged this meeting, of course it is not just about small matters such as steel bars and cement. Please listen to the teacher's speech."
Commander Zhang put down his tea cup with a smile: "Commander Wang, since time is precious, let's make a long story short. The Independent Regiment is located at the front of the National Army's northern Jiangsu defense zone. Once the Japanese army launches an attack on Xincheng, Donghai, and Xinyi, your troops can get close To block the attack from a distance or to attack from behind, on this issue alone, the 117th Division of the National Army is willing to ally with the Independence Unity to form a common defense system,"
Seeing Shanzi's frown, Commander Zhang continued: "Of course, since it is mutual defense, I am obligated to provide you with necessary weapons and equipment, including other military supplies."
Shanzi still frowned and said nothing.
Zhao Danian couldn't hold back his anger: "Mr. Zhang, your meaning is very clear. In the final analysis, you are using our independent regiment as cannon fodder."
Hearing this, Commander Bao was displeased: "Deputy Commander Zhao, you can't say that. Everything we do is to resist Japan."
Zhao Danian sneered: "Excuse me, Commander Bao, before the Spring Festival, the Japanese army gathered 5,000 troops and launched a massive attack on our independent regiment. Did your army join us in the defense at that time?"
Commander Bao smiled awkwardly: "Deputy Commander Zhao, don't get me wrong. The northern Jiangsu defense zone is the first passage southward to central Jiangsu. If we rush to help your army rashly at that time, I am afraid that the Japanese army will take advantage of it and the consequences will be disastrous."
Zhao Danian asked: "Were Captain Lin's Rangers also stationed in northern Jiangsu at that time?"
Faced with Zhao Danian's questioning, Captain Bao calmly said: "As for Captain Lin's Rangers, I can tell you from my humble position that their duties can only cooperate with the main force of the national army in mobile operations, nothing more."
Zhao Danian sneered again: "Captain Bao, your army has a clear division of labor and each performs his duties. It is really admirable. If the independent regiment also had such strict discipline, it would not send out a company of brothers to assist the friendly forces without authorization. Their lives would be at risk." They will not be ruined on the journey to support friendly forces,"
"you……"
Captain Bao was finally blocked by Zhao Danian. He spat out the word "you" but had no further words.
Thanks to Commander Zhang who took over the conversation in time and broke the embarrassment of Commander Bao: "Everyone, I believe that Commander Bao is very correct. Everything we do is for the sake of resisting Japan and safeguarding the overall situation of resisting Japan."
After taking a sip of tea, Commander Zhang continued: "If your army is willing to form an alliance with us, in addition to one hundred tons of cement and fifty tons of steel bars, we will also discuss arms and other materials. Once a consensus is reached, the alliance will be announced."
Shanzi asked: "Mr. Zhang, do you have any other requests?"
Mr. Zhang replied: "There is only one requirement, sincere cooperation."
Shanzi said: "In this case, I propose to start implementing other military aid materials now,"
As soon as she finished speaking, Yumei suddenly interrupted: "Mr. Zhang, this matter is unusual. The independent regiment has no right to make the decision. It must be reported to the detachment for approval before it can be finalized."
Shanzi ignored Yumei's warning: "Mr. Zhang, as the leader of the regiment, Wang Zikai has the right to decide all affairs of the independent regiment. Please record the specific assistance items and amounts."
Looking at Yumei at this time, she was furious. She was about to stand up to protest, but Shanzi stepped on her in secret.
7
The secretaries of both parties concentrated their attention and began to record Shanzi's dictation.
First of all, it is stated that steel bars and cement are unconditional aid projects for your army. In addition, the following military supplies must be provided in full within ten days.
First, there are fifty heavy machine guns and one million rounds of ammunition.
Second, 100 light machine guns and 2 million rounds of ammunition.
Third, one hundred submachine guns and two million rounds of ammunition.
Fourth, 500,000 hand grenades, 300,000 grenades, and 10 tons of TNT explosives, including fuses, detonators, fuses and other accessories.
In addition, the Independent Regiment plans to build a rear hospital that can accommodate 200 wounded soldiers. Depending on the scale, all required medical equipment and uniforms will be provided by your army.
Before the hospital is built, 100 boxes of penicillin injections, 100 boxes of oral anti-inflammatory drugs, 50 boxes of anesthetics, and 100 field first aid kits must be provided first. Medical equipment and uniforms must also be in place in advance.
Follow-up assistance materials can be provided in a timely manner as needed.
After recording Shanzi's dictation, the secretary handed the transcript to Mr. Zhang for review.
Teacher Zhang only wiped his sweat without even looking at it.
Commander Bao said: "Commander Wang, although your request is loud and open, it can be fully considered. Please wait a moment and we will discuss it separately."
Shanzi then called Xiaoru and Xiao Liu and led Mr. Zhang and his party to the independent group meeting room.
Yumei could no longer suppress the anger in her heart: "Wang Zikai, Deputy Commander Zhao hit the nail on the head. They are using the Independent Regiment as cannon fodder. Are you so willing to do so?"
Shanzi sipped tea casually: "Yumei, actually you haven't seen through. Using the Independent Regiment as cannon fodder is just Zhang Dapao's first move. You can be sure that the next step will be more sinister."
Zhao Danian was stunned: "Tell me about it."
Shanzi continued: "First of all, Zhang Dapao used military aid as bait, used the independent regiment as cannon fodder, and guarded the northern Jiangsu defense zone for the national army, and finally lured the independent regiment to defect to the Kuomintang."
When Yumei heard this, she became even more angry: "Since you have seen through the danger, why should you obey?"
Shanzi Gudong put down his tea cup: "I never expected that the talented women of the Independent Regiment would be so confused. Now let me ask you, without their assistance, would we still be able to fight the Japanese? Every weapon in our hands, which one is not used by soldiers?" In exchange for their lives and blood,”
If Yumei had some realization, her eyes would shine brightly.
Zhao Danian said: "Captain Wang, your motives are not wrong, but there is no joke in the army. Since we have agreed to joint defense, this means that the independent regiment has the obligation to guard the defense area for them, and they will lead them by the nose."
Shanzi looked sideways at Zhao Danian: "This is to the point. If it were not for joint defense, I would not be interested in their military aid at all. What is cooperation? I send one soldier, and you send one pawn. This is called cooperation. If it is just our side that sends troops, it means that they have broken their promise of mutual defense. We will fight as usual if we win, and run if we can't. We will not let Zhang Dapao raise any thorns,"
After listening to Shanzi's explanation, Yumei couldn't help but slap Shanzi on the shoulder in front of Zhao Danian and Xiaomei: "Rogue,"
Shanzi said: "Be reasonable to gentlemen and act rogue to villains. This is the way to behave in the world."
Zhao Danian continued: "But the code you want is too harsh, I'm afraid they won't be able to accept it,"
Shanzi smiled calmly: "There is an old saying in the business world, you have to be smart in your business and ask for a ruthless price. Even if someone cuts you off in half, you will still make a big profit."
Speaking of this, Shanzi asked for the record from Xiaomei's hand and looked at it word by word,