Ouyang Yun was really busy during this period, and he didn't even have time to have a meal with the little princess Xiao Min.
When Lao Jiang's secretary called and said that Lao Jiang wanted to see him, Ouyang Yun had just attended a high-level meeting and was sitting on the sofa enjoying Pan Meiren's brain massage. The call was answered by You Xiaolian because last time Although Ouyang Yun said nothing about being surrounded by reporters at the entrance of the Supreme Command, Chen Deru, the office director of the Supreme Command, felt as if he was facing a formidable enemy. He severely criticized Zhang Liang and You Xiaolian afterwards, and Zhang Liang and You Xiaolian learned their lesson. , so they decided to divide the work between the two, with Zhang Liang taking charge outside and You Xiaolian taking charge inside, to ensure that Ouyang Yun would not be out of their sight and to prevent similar accidents from happening again.
You Xiaolian hung up the phone and said to Ouyang Yun: "Sir, the president's secretary called and said that he has something important to discuss with you."
When Ouyang Yun visited the front line of the Great Wall in person, Chiang Kai-shek's behavior was quite orderly. In Ouyang Yun's view, as the honorary supreme head of state of the country, as long as Chiang Kai-shek did not want to conspire to seize power and cause chaos to the normal operation of the government, he would not be able to do anything else. It didn't matter if he went out of his way, so he was still "very satisfied" with Lao Jiang's performance during this period.
"I didn't say what it was." Pan Meiren asked.
"I asked, and the other party said that what the president explained must be discussed in person."
"It's important, Meiren, then you can arrange it." Ouyang Yun.
The next day, in a pavilion at the Nanping Military Nursing Home under the jurisdiction of the Supreme Command, Ouyang Yun and Lao Jiang sat opposite each other, leaving only Pan Meiren, who was responsible for serving tea and water.
"The Prime Minister has reduced his duties again. Although state affairs are important, we must also pay attention to our health." The two of them sat down humbly, and Lao Jiang looked at Ouyang Yun and said.
"Thank you." Ouyang Yun responded politely, and then asked straight to the point: "You said you have an important interview, but I don't know what you mean."
Today, after the coalition government has completely controlled the domestic situation, the personal grievances between Chiang Kai-shek and Ouyang Yun seem to have become less important. Since the end of last year, this is the third time that the two have talked alone.
"That's it." Old Jiang knew that Ouyang Yun's time was precious, so he had no intention of doing Tai Chi. He immediately got to the point. He first told Ouyang Yun what happened to Kong Lingyi yesterday, and then said: "The national political situation and people's livelihood have stabilized, and the great cause of the Anti-Japanese War has been achieved." Victory is in sight. I think it’s time for us old bones to retreat behind the scenes. Let me finish. From my personal standpoint, I am actually very willing to continue to participate in the great cause of the country’s revitalization. But He Shu Yujing But the wind doesn’t stop, so in order to make some people give up completely and in order not to be taken advantage of by some careerists, I think it is the wisest choice to retreat. Doing so will be good for the country and me personally, right?"
Ouyang Yun would not know that just last night, Lao Jiang and Mrs. Chiang spent almost the whole night discussing this matter, and Lao Jiang took the initiative to resign. This was the crystallization of the couple's wisdom. They felt that this was the only way to do it. Only in this way can he confess his true feelings to Ouyang Yun, and at the same time, he can take precautions before they happen and lay a precaution against possible storms that may come.
It should be due to various indoctrination from later generations. Not only did Ouyang Yun have no good impression of Chiang Kai-shek, but he also stubbornly believed that the other party was a power creature and was obsessed with power to the point of almost madness. Because of this preconceived understanding, he had no feelings for Chiang Kai-shek. The so-called "important matter" of Lao Jiang was actually to resign on his own initiative. He was quite shocked.
After being shocked, he tried hard to think of Chiang Kai-shek's motive for doing this. At the same time, he thought mischievously: "He is not afraid that I will really agree, so I want to blackmail him."
If it were Ouyang Yun five years ago, he would have been able to make such a prank without hesitation. But now, after getting used to the rules of the political field, he would never make such a rash decision anyway. .
"How could you have such an idea? I'm really surprised." Ouyang Yun said, shaking his head repeatedly.
"I have thought it over carefully," Lao Jiang said, picking up the teacup in front of him.
Taking a deep breath and sorting out his thoughts, Ouyang Yun said seriously: "I can't accept it. With all due respect, no matter what your thoughts are for making such a decision, once it is made public, it will bring consequences to the country." Let’s have a storm.”
Will Chiang Kai-shek's resignation as president cause a political storm? What Ouyang Yun said may be a bit exaggerated, but it is not too far from the truth. Regardless of Chiang Kai-shek's merits and demerits during the central government era, it is undeniable that his influence still exists and should not be underestimated. Moreover, in all honesty, Chiang Kai-shek made contributions in leading the Chinese people in the war of resistance. One thing Ouyang Yun can be sure of is that if he agrees to Chiang Kai-shek's resignation today, then tomorrow, the Chinese nation will The United Party may become the next GMD and be attacked by groups.
A good politician should be good at compromise, and letting Chiang Kai-shek serve as the country's honorary supreme head of state was a compromise between Ouyang Yun and Xuebingjun.
Chiang Kai-shek himself didn't know if he had such an understanding. He shook his head and said, "It's not that serious. I don't think China needs a president at all." After saying that, he lowered his head and sipped tea, seemingly avoiding Ouyang Yun. His eyes are actually peeking at each other.
Chiang Kai-shek and Mrs. Chiang discussed all night yesterday. This is the issue they are most worried about. That is, if Ouyang Yun intends to take away the "reputation of the Supreme Head of State", then Chiang Kai-shek's resignation now is a wise move to protect his own safety, regardless of Ouyang Yun. Whether Yun has this intention or not, in order to prevent Pres and others from fanning the flames in Chiang Kai-shek's name, Chiang Kai-shek's resignation at this time will be a talisman.
Old Jiang didn't know that Ouyang Yun was evaluating his "sincerity" in his offer to resign. Originally, it was difficult for Ouyang Yun to distinguish the authenticity, but when he said such words, Ouyang Yun immediately saw through it. Virtual reality.
Feeling quietly happy in his heart, Ouyang Yun said: "You think that the office of the president has no real power? In this way, I assure you that as long as the war is over, the power of the country will definitely be redistributed. By then, the president will not only be the honorary supreme head of state, but And it will be well deserved.”
Lao Jiang raised his head, his larynx moved, and he almost blurted out "Seriously," but after swallowing a mouthful of saliva with difficulty, he shook his head again and said: "No, no, you misunderstood me. I never reached out to ask for power." What I mean is that I simply feel that there is no need to create the position of president. Under the current situation, it is still necessary to highly centralize state power. In this regard, I think you have done a good job, at least you are much more competent than I was at the time. "
"really,."
Although Lao Jiang was full of bitterness, he still said in as sincere a tone as possible: "Seriously."
Ouyang Yun laughed and said, "With your comment, I would have no regrets if I resigned now."