The pattering spring rain keeps falling, the rivers are filled with mist, and the mountains are misty and misty, all quiet and refreshing.
The war that had subsided for more than half a month has not reignited amid people's concerns. More or less officers and soldiers wearing camouflage uniforms are stationed in all counties and towns from Luzhou to Xufu. Every town has posted "Southern Sichuan"
According to the proclamation of the Office of Appeasement, the friendly and polite officers and soldiers had mixed accents and came from all over the country, but none of them disturbed the people. Many Sichuan officers and soldiers with friendly local accents also walked into the homes of ordinary people, asked about their warmth, and sent doctors and medicines.
A week later, people believed that this was the real Anjia Army. It was the team of General An Yi, the legendary Northern Expedition general known to the entire Sichuan people. What made people talk about it even more was that General An Yi originally came from Guanxian County (today's Dujiangyan City).
), a poor and homeless young man, fought many battles, and almost all the generals in the country were frightened by his Anjia army.
As the atmosphere of panic and worry gradually disappeared, the number of pedestrians and merchants on the roads between counties and towns began to slowly increase, and the number of fishing boats and cargo ships traveling across the river also gradually increased.
Passengers were surprised to find that the original tax collection gates on the water and land channels had disappeared. Only sentries remained at the main entrances and exits of each county and town, as well as at the intersections and intersections. However, those majestic but kind-hearted officers and soldiers were not there like before.
The vicious security team taxed everyone, searched almost every passer-by, teased and teased pretty women when they met them, beat them with fists and even put them in jail if they resisted at the slightest bit, which made people angry.
The officers and soldiers of the Anjia Army just stayed at their posts, silently watching the passing pedestrians and goods, occasionally stopping a young man or businessman among them, asking about his identity, whereabouts and whereabouts, and constantly telling the people to discuss it with the villagers as soon as possible after returning home.
, elected the village chief and the Baojia chief to hold a meeting in the county seat so that the Southern Sichuan Appeasement Office and the counties could count the population, implement the new tax-free policy for two years, and arrange for each village to build roads leading to county roads.
The new government will support all people in southern Sichuan to vigorously build farmland water conservancy facilities, mainly to help build reservoirs, water canals, water storage cellars, road construction, water canals, reservoirs and water cellars. All the explosives, cement and even tools for mining will be provided free of charge by local county governments.
Troops and garrisons will take time to help.
The luxurious government office in the center of Xufu City is now the seat of the Southern Sichuan Appeasement Office. The meeting hall in the east courtyard is spacious and bright. Dozens of celebrities and sages from various counties in southern Sichuan gathered together to discuss the appeasement with the nationally famous An Jiajun commander An Yi.
Yin Jinan, Director of the Office, Deng Chuanxiang, Secretary-General, Zhao Rui, Chief of Military and Political Staff, Liu Kun, Party Affairs Commissioner of the Office, and chief officers of each division held discussions together.
Yin Jinan read out eleven central messages in succession, and then ordered the staff to distribute the pre-mimeographed "Policy Outline of the Southern Sichuan Appeasement Office" to each representative, and patiently waited for everyone to read, discuss and put forward their opinions.
The shock caused by this policy outline was far beyond the expectations of An Yi and his generals. Just a two-year tax exemption policy made most of the representatives open their mouths in surprise and looked at each other in disbelief.
Xiang An Yi and other soldiers, and other series of preferential policies such as supporting agriculture, focusing on education, revitalizing industry and commerce, are all shocking measures that cost huge amounts of money. Everyone was whispering and discussing, but they didn't know that the new government in southern Sichuan was canceling more than 30 kinds of measures.
Under the conditions of taxation, where to get this almost astronomical amount of construction funds, and how to implement public welfare facilities with numerous projects and huge costs.
Under the questioning of Mr. Qi, who was recommended by the representatives, the meticulous Yin Jinan patiently explained to the participants one by one. When everyone learned that most of the eight million construction funds already owned came from the seizure of the Liu family's army and property confiscation,
Everyone praised the generosity and kindness of An Jiajun and the new government.
An Yi didn't think it was anything special. He pressed his hands to signal everyone to be quiet. He asked Mr. Qi to serve as the Civil Affairs Director of the Appeasement Office in a Sichuan accent that everyone was familiar with. Yin Jinan then sincerely promised that Mr. Qi would be fully responsible for organizing the counties.
Civil Affairs Section, and everyone here will elect a highly respected person to serve as the government education director, so as to better assist and supervise the administrative affairs of the new government, implement the specific measures in the "Development Outline" as soon as possible, and truly
Let the people in southern Sichuan gain opportunities for development and recuperation.
A series of policies promulgated by the new government to benefit the people spread quickly throughout southern Sichuan, as if they had wings. The reorganized Southern Sichuan Chamber of Commerce was full of joy and confidence.
The policemen of the first police station established began to register their household registrations and prepared to print and issue unified household registration books and ID cards. Although it would take at least half a year for these technically demanding documents to come out of the security force printing factory in old Nanchang.
However, An Yi's foresight and foresight to plan ahead was obviously extremely important and of profound significance. Originally many people thought that this heavy and complicated measure would not receive the public's attention and cooperation, but An Yi solved the problem clearly with one strategy:
In half a year, the southern Sichuan government will provide low-price medicines to all people, distribute relief, recruit and collect taxes, and perform routine inspections. All people must have ID cards issued by the southern Sichuan Security Command. Those without ID will not be able to enjoy the legal protection enjoyed by the people in southern Sichuan.
Government relief and agricultural assistance, cannot own land, shops or any industry, have no rights to vote or stand for election, and have no right to seek legal help.
On April 28, a delegation of more than 120 Chinese and foreign journalists organized by the Central Government, the Central Party Committee, and the Central Military Commission arrived in Shanshan from Nanjing. The press delegation started from Chongqing and inspected all the way, which lasted nine days.
The ship entered Luzhou territory.
Since entering the waters of Luzhou, the two small passenger boats of the press group could only stop and go, struggling to pass through the blasting areas under the guidance of the two patrol speedboats of the Marine Police Division of the Southern Sichuan Guard Command.
Lieutenant General Deng Bin, deputy commander of the garrison command in charge of the Luzhou section, told the head of the press group and central officials: Because there are more than 40 complex areas of light and hidden reefs in the two hundred kilometers of waterways under the responsibility of the southern Sichuan garrison command, for thousands of years, only
A cargo ship of 300 tons can barely pass through. The garrison troops and engineering troops of each garrison division were ordered by the Office of Appeasement to dredge the channel within half a year. After the completion of the project, a cargo ship of 2,000 tons will be able to pass easily for ten months every year.
Since entering the area under the jurisdiction of the Southern Sichuan Pacification Office, central officials and reporters have often seen construction sites undergoing intense construction on both sides of the Taiwan Strait. They have seen large slogans indicating construction sections and countdowns on the construction sites, and gradually understood that the engineering corps of more than 30,000 people has been on the road.
Vigorous road construction and expansion has begun in various counties in southern Sichuan. This construction boom, which is extremely rare in China, has made central officials and reporters full of emotions. But one thing seems to be clear to everyone, that is, as long as An Yi
He and his Anjiajun will definitely be able to do whatever they want. The economic miracles and development speeds of old Nanchang, western Hubei, and western Hunan all prove Anjiajun’s ability and ambition, and prove that this army is completely different from the national army.
The army has the "model battalion spirit" that aims at the interests of the country and the nation.
Central officials and Chinese and foreign reporters did not see An Yi, and Yin Jinan came to Luzhou to greet him. The officials were quite unhappy and felt that they were being disrespected, while the reporters pondered the mystery carefully.
At this time, almost all reporters who were well-informed knew that An Yi, who had outstanding achievements, was forced to leave his own army and the southern Sichuan that he single-handedly conquered. He was about to serve in the Central Military Commission, openly and secretly, so they all understood.
An Yi was disappointed and unhappy, so he didn't have much objection to An Yi not coming to greet him.
When the fleet passed the Luzhou North and South Pier, which was under intensive construction by more than 3,000 soldiers and civilians, Lieutenant General Deng Bin apologetically bid farewell to the press group and did not invite the press group to go ashore for rest and routine interviews, and immediately handed over the press group's fleet to the garrison staff.
General Ding Zhicheng led the escort. The tired and hungry central officials and reporters could only continue to eat dry food and drink boiled water. They followed Ding Zhicheng's speedboat and continued up the river to Xufu, a hundred kilometers away.
At three o'clock in the morning the next day, the fleet arrived at the East Pier, the largest in the east of Xufu City. Yin Jinan led more than ten generals from the Office to greet them, and arranged the press group to the "Xufu Guest House", the largest inn now owned by the government.
An Yi's shadow still did not appear.
Director Liao Zichang, an official of the Central Party Committee, couldn't help but ask where An Yi was? Yin Jinan politely replied: The Fifth Army Corps has been officially disbanded, General An has been transferred, and has no direct relationship with the Southern Sichuan Appeasement Office or the military and political circles. If Director
If you want to visit General An, you can meet our special guest General An Yi at the anti-smoking conference tomorrow afternoon. Please forgive Yin for being unable to do anything before.
Liao Zichang, who has always been bossy, was stunned. He had imagined the possible dissatisfaction among the soldiers of the Fifth Army before, but he did not expect that the young general Yin Jinan, who was always steady and prudent and was praised by Commander-in-Chief Chiang as the most obedient and promising, would have such an attitude.
Such indifference, thinking of the polite but lukewarm treatment he received along the way, the shrewd Liao Zichang wisely closed his mouth and put away his superior airs as an imperial envoy - he knew very well in his heart that no matter in An Yi
The independent division that was created was the Anjia Army gathered in southern Sichuan, and even in the Jiangxi garrison, which was almost entirely controlled by An Yi's old department, no one could bully others and seek treatment beyond the regulations, unless they were their friends, and their friends would not be able to do anything.
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The exhausted reporters all chose to fall asleep after washing up, except for an energetic young and beautiful American reporter. After taking a shower, she put on a clean and beautiful long dress and went down to the lobby to politely explain to the captain of the guard force.
Due to my identity, I request to see General An as soon as possible.
The captain surnamed Sun was born in the Central Army Non-commissioned Officer School in Nanchang. He had met the charming Miss Kaplan several times before. During the Battle of Nanyang, Captain Sun was on duty in the headquarters guard regiment and knew that Commander An Yi
Having a friendly relationship with Kaplan, he quickly asked Shangfeng for approval and personally drove the small truck that was seized and repaired to deliver Kaplan to the gate of a manor at the eastern foot of Cuiping Mountain.
An Yi's captain of the bodyguard, Lin Yaodong, was already standing at the door to greet Kaplan with a smile. He kindly led Kaplan into the courtyard and into the living room. He served tea and told her that the commander was still holding a meeting and it was expected to end within half an hour.
The morning sun shone in the quiet courtyard surrounded by green bamboos and blooming flowers. A melodious bell sounded faintly from the direction of Thousand Buddha Temple on Cuiping Mountain. Kaplan, who was admiring the beautiful scenery, raised his head and looked up at the vast expanse of greenery.
High in the mountains, the sound of An Yi's footsteps could be heard faintly while feeling relaxed and happy.
Kaplan turned around and saw a group of generals disappearing at the entrance of the courtyard. He strode forward and gave An Yi a cordial hug: "Dear An, I'm so excited to see you."
"If you don't let go, I will get even more excited."
An Yi made a joke. After the two separated, he held Kaplan's delicate white hand and asked in a low voice: "You didn't even take a break when you arrived. Is there anything urgent you want to tell me?"
Kaplan nodded shyly: "Would you like to take a walk with me? This small garden is so beautiful! It's full of the breath of nature and vitality, which makes people feel peaceful and comfortable. I like it here... Ann, I
I know you are very busy, and I also know that you must arrive in Nanjing before May 1st to take up the post, so there are some things I can only tell you as soon as possible. Ann, do you plan to send more than 10,000 Belarusians to live in this remote and beautiful city?"
An Yi was slightly surprised, stopped, and stared into Kaplan's charming blue eyes: "Where did you get the news?"
"Don't forget that my sister and husband both work in Old Nanchang. Before leaving Nanjing, my sister had a phone call with me and told me that a group of European medical experts and more than a hundred intern medical students in Old Nanchang will soon be transferred to
The personnel and equipment of the entire field hospital that was originally part of the garrison training base will also be gradually relocated to Xufu in southern Sichuan to establish the Southern Sichuan Military Hospital and prepare to build the Southern Sichuan Medical College.
My sister asked me to tell the general on her behalf that she and Alfred both wanted to work in southern Sichuan and asked the general for approval," Kaplan explained.
An Yi asked with some confusion: "Now Nanchang has developed economy and trade, convenient life, and extremely fast transportation. Aren't all the conditions better? Why would you want to come here? Nowadays, the entire southern Sichuan is poor. To reach Nanchang,
level, it will take at least three to five years!”
"There are frequent wars in this land and the people are miserable. The pastor of the Christian church in Xufu City is unwilling to stay any longer. In addition, his term has expired. The successor pastor is Alfred's college classmate and is about to leave from Shanghai.
Reorganize the church.
You know, Alfred and my sister are both devout Christians. They are determined to devote their whole body and soul to the merciful God and their benefactor-you! If they can get the general's permission, my sister and they will
I will be grateful. In the future, a steady stream of volunteers will come to this hot land to participate in the construction, and the Holy See and the European Church will also continue to provide strong assistance to the general's southern Sichuan region."
Kaplan looked at An Yi very sincerely.
The day after An Yi came to Xufu, he went to the Christian Church on the east side of Lujiayuan on North Street in the city. He was also deeply moved by the pervasive corrosive power of European and American churches. Originally, he did not take this matter to heart, but now he listened to Ka
When Pu Lan said this, he suddenly felt that things might not be that simple. Although all parts of the country and the National Government welcomed the entry of Christianity, Catholicism, Protestantism and other churches, big figures like Chiang Kai-shek and Feng Yuxiang were also Christians. Even he An
Yi also had a cross scar on his chest that made him extremely sad. However, the church's impatience and Kaplan's positive attitude in running for it reminded An Yi of a lot.
"This is a good thing. Of course I will agree. If Alfred and his wife are willing to come, I will strongly recommend him to be the vice president of Sichuan Southern Medical College. What do you think?" An Yi replied with a smile.
"That's great, Ann! My dear, I'm so grateful for you..."
Kaplan jumped into An Yi's arms again, put his arms around An Yi's neck, and kissed his left cheek affectionately.
After sending Kaplan away, Shen Fengdao appeared next to An Yi: "This girl is not simple! American journalists, Jews, churches, threaders... all this doesn't mean anything, right?"
An Yi was still recalling Kaplan's seductive hot figure and the ecstatic girl's body fragrance in his mind. When he heard Shen Fengdao's words, he said with a smile:
"If people are willing, let them come. If I predict correctly, Kaplan's identity is by no means ordinary. I can't tell whether Professor Alfred has a deeper background, but I have a hunch that Kaplan is likely to help the U.S. government For work, we only need to be vigilant in secret and investigate slowly. If we can use each other, we will use it, and if we can't, we will abandon it. It is not difficult at all to deal with a mere church."
Shen Fengdao smiled slightly: "You will leave after attending the anti-drug conference in the afternoon?"
"Yes, let's fly to Gancheng in western Hunan first. Brother Shi Zhen is already there. The plane to pick us up will arrive at noon. We will leave after the meeting. I will stay in western Hunan for two days this time and I can rest assured after finalizing the overall plan. From then on, western Hunan, western Guizhou and southern Sichuan will be integrated into one, implement common laws, open banks with the same brand name, open all roads and trade exchanges, and strive to form the most dynamic economic zone within five years. We should provide a solid economic and political foundation for all wars." An Yi replied in a low voice.
Shen Fengdao shook his head: "Do you really think that Japan's invasion test will start soon?"
"It's not starting soon, but it's already started. It's just that the vast majority of Chinese people can't feel it! Judging from the intelligence sent back by Tianjin Station and Peking Station, the Japanese, who are in a deep economic crisis, are impatient and frequently travel to Northeast China. The region is causing trouble. There are also Jiangxi and Western Hubei. Because of our presence, there is almost no market for Japanese goods, but Japanese goods are becoming more and more abundant in other areas. The Japanese Zhengjin Bank in Jiujiang actually came directly to ask for cooperation with us in Jiangnan. The cooperation with the group is willing to provide us with the large loan we urgently need, which surprises me. Under the current situation where Japan is in urgent need of loans, Little Japan actually takes advantage of our Jiangnan Group, which holds high the banner of national industry. The inside story is thought-provoking! If little Japan is not confident and thinks that all its investment can be easily recovered in the future, why would it engage in such a business of helping its enemies to grow and develop?" An Yi answered worriedly.
Shen Fengdao sighed: "Maybe you can figure it out when you return to Nanjing. You should sleep for a while. You haven't slept for three days and two nights. If you don't rest, it will be bad for your health. You have been practicing for three years and your skills are on the rise. Please don’t be too tired during this period.”
"Okay, I'll take a nap for a while and wake me up during lunch."