It is said that Japan's plan has not yet been implemented. European and American countries such as Britain, the United States and France issued stern announcements. Generally, the Japanese ignored them, but this time it was different, because the European and American powers directly sent troops to control the main entry routes for the Japanese army to launch the war.
It is true that they can quickly tear up these weak armies, but Japan is not capable of making an enemy of the entire world, even if they claim that their navy is first and their army is second.
But they couldn't just let it go. After consultations with the country, Japan demanded that, first, the entire Shanghai be designated as a Japanese concession and fully taken over by the Japanese army. Second, Wang Jiuling and his subordinates should be handed over to Japan.
Britain, France and the United States believe that the second article is acceptable, but the first article is too harsh and absolutely unacceptable. Otherwise, the British and American concessions will be surrounded by Japan. After a week of discussions, the two sides have not made any breakthrough progress.
The Japanese paid tens of thousands of casualties and would never give up without getting more benefits. Shanghai was the bridgehead for various countries to invade China and had been operated by various countries for almost a hundred years. If the rest of Shanghai was handed over to the Japanese,
That is tantamount to putting yourself under the encirclement and control of the Japanese, and everything you do in the future will be controlled by others.
After a week of arguing, the two sides felt that continuing like this was not an option. European and American countries were in the midst of an economic crisis and did not have so much energy to engage in such trouble. One of the purposes of the Japanese in launching the war was to pass on the economic crisis and divert their domestic power.
Attention, but now it has been unable to convince European and American countries, and the enemies of the empire now don’t know where they are. If the delay continues, they may really not be found. Japan decided to solve the second one first, and the first one is slowly
Talk slowly
After bargaining, the two sides finally signed the "Songhu Armistice Agreement" at the British Consulate in Shanghai on April 5. The main contents of the Agreement are: Article 1: Having ordered an armistice, the Chinese and Japanese authorities hereby agree that since the Republic of China
Starting from April 5, 2021, it is determined that the armies of both sides of the armistice will do their best to stop all and all kinds of hostile acts around Shanghai. Regarding the armistice situation, when doubts arise, the second article shall be clarified by representatives of the participating friendly countries:
The normalcy of the Chinese army in the area covered by this agreement has been restored, and the Chinese army will remain in its current position until the measures are decided. Article 3: The Japanese army retreats to the public concession and cross-border road construction in Hongkou, as on January 28, 2019 of the Republic of China.
Before the Japanese Incident, in view of the number of Japanese troops that needed to be accommodated, some troops could be temporarily stationed in areas adjacent to the above-mentioned areas.
After a day and night of rapid march, Wang Jiuling and the Independence Regiment arrived at the junction of Jiangsu, Anhui and Zhejiang on the afternoon of March 3, 1932. This area has been a "three no matter" zone since the late Qing Dynasty, with various forces, bandits, green forest heroes, and refugees. Now this area
Another force, the ***, was also active. Wang Jiuling and others were careful and sent out scouts, especially to be careful of the ***. Not only were they powerful and numerous, but they were also elusive. As a latecomer, did he know the effects of guerrilla warfare on him?
This kind of small force poses a threat. Moreover, after the last split between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party, the massacre, and a series of other incidents, the Communist Party has shown its hatred for the National Army. However, Wang Jiuling and others are still wearing the uniforms of the National Army. This kind of contradiction is not something they can reconcile.
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Zhengwan Township is about 20 miles away from Huangshan City. There are many mountains and hills here, which is particularly suitable for hiding. Wang Jiuling's car is almost out of gas now, and they are now close to the mountains and ridges. Let alone driving, even riding a horse and walking may not be possible.
There is a road! Wang Jiuling decided to go to Huangshan City to sell these cars and motorcycles while the cars still had some gas.
Most of the people, including Wang Jiuling, stayed in Zhengwan Township and went to the town to buy food and dry rations. The mayor saw that they were a group of national troops with well-equipped equipment. They did not look like broken troops or bandits, but they should have come in.
I want to make some money or find food. It has been like this for decades since the former Qing Dynasty. Mayor Gao's family is a big family here. He himself was the governor of the former Qing Dynasty. Not only is he knowledgeable and well-mannered
He is loved by all the villagers in the town for his philanthropic and charitable deeds. Everyone turns to him to resolve any neighborhood disputes.
Zhengwan Township is not a big town. As soon as Wang Jiuling and others entered the town, they were reported to Mayor Gao by the people in the town. Mayor Gao, who was already seventy years old, immediately came out to greet Wang Jiuling. He saw Wang Jiuling's military uniform. Mayor Gao had rich experience.
At first glance, you can tell that he is a regiment leader. His military uniform is not like that of local warlords, nor is he very cool. He is neatly dressed and has a heroic spirit about him. Mayor Gao nodded slightly and said to himself: "This is a soldier!"
"I am the mayor of this town, my surname is Gao. I wonder what the honor of this leader is for coming to this town?"
Seeing that he was an old man in his 60s, Wang Jiuling, who had always respected the elderly, saw that the other party was talking to him so politely, and he tried to be as kind as possible and said in a very comfortable tone: "I'm sorry! I'm sorry! Mayor Tian, my surname is Wang."
In this way, our headquarters is tired from traveling and traveling, so we came to the town to find something to eat. If there is any disturbance, I would like to ask Mayor Gao Haihan."
"I see, I'll prepare some wine to entertain you all."
"Haha! I understand Mayor Gao's wishes. Nowadays, there is a national crisis, internal and external troubles, and the people don't even have enough to eat. How can we harass the people and increase the burden on the people? The duty of the military is to defend the country and protect the people.
, it’s not a harm to the people!”
When Mayor Tian heard this, he felt more and more that these people would not cause trouble here, but he was still worried. From the Qing Dynasty to the present, there have been countless such troops coming and going in the past few decades. "Captain Wang, what are you planning to do?"
When are you leaving? If you need any help from me, just ask."
Seeing Mayor Tian's behavior, Wang Jiuling suddenly realized that Mayor Gao was worried that he and others would be rebels and that they would be reborn and cause trouble if they stayed for a long time. "We will buy some food and then leave. If it is convenient, please ask Mayor Gao to help."
Just a favor, after all, you are familiar with this place, and my soldiers will not disturb the people." He took out two hundred yuan and handed it over, "Help us prepare dry food and water for 300 people for seven days. I will refund the more and make up for the less. Thank you very much."
Mayor Tian's men took Dayang's hand at Mayor Gao's signal: "That's very good. Then please invite Commander Wang to go to the old man's house to have a rest. I will leave the other things to my servants to handle, please!"
"Since ancient times, I have been respected by all. Mayor Gao invites you first!" Wang Jiuling said as he made a gesture of invitation.
Seeing how knowledgeable Wang Jiuling is, Mayor Tian couldn't help but look at the young man in front of him with admiration. He was only in his early 20s, and he became the leader of the regiment at a young age. I'm afraid that in addition to his family status, his ability should not be underestimated. He actually has a granddaughter who is not young enough.
Eighteen, well-educated and sensible, there are countless female celebrities in a hundred miles radius. The threshold of my own family is almost crossed. It is a pity that this granddaughter is good at everything, but she must give her consent in matters of marriage.
She had been forced to the death many times, but her parents no longer pushed her, and Mayor Tian himself did not say anything anymore. After all, he did not want a happy event to turn into a funeral. The more he thought about it, the more he wondered what the officer in front of him would think of his granddaughter.
a good match
This son is more than five feet tall, has a dignified appearance, is young and promising, and is definitely as talented as his granddaughter. Besides, although my family is not a famous one, I am a successful candidate with real swordsmanship, and my ancestors have also had several exams.
Such a high-ranking official is rare even for more than a hundred miles at the foot of Huangshan Mountain. He is from a truly scholarly family. "I wonder where Commander Wang lives. What else does he have at home?"
Wang Jiuling drank the tea brought by the Tian family's maid. She didn't know what the tea was, but it was very fragrant. "I am an orphan. I was adopted by the master of Shanqingshan Taoist Temple when I was young. I am afraid there is no one left in the family, otherwise I will not become an abandoned child."
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"I see. It turns out that Captain Wang is still a disciple of Buddhism. No wonder the Bodhisattva has such a heart."
"Haha! The old lady is too flattering to the young man," Wang Jiuling said, rubbing his head: "I think the old lady is almost seventy years old and is still serving the country. I must not only have a heart to serve the country, but also the old lady is quite loved by the villagers of Zhengwan.
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"Haha!" Mr. Tian happily touched his goatee and laughed, "To be honest with Mr. Wang, I was the official candidate in the 28th year of Guangxu's reign in the former Qing Dynasty. It's a pity that he failed to become a Jinshi many times." He lamented with regret.
I was lamenting for myself, or perhaps for the fall of the Qing Dynasty. After all, the Republic of China no longer recognized talents, which made it difficult for these great Confucians who were familiar with traditional Confucianism to accept it. After speaking, Mrs. Gao looked full of yearning.
, probably because he was thinking about the glory he would have had when he was selected for the exam!
As soon as Wang Jiuling heard that Mr. Tian was promoting people, he had become a Jinshi in the previous step. He stood up and bowed his hands in salute, bending at a 90-degree angle and bowing to Mr. Gao: "It turns out that it is the old man who is promoting people. It is the boy who is being unreasonable! Look at Haihan, Haihan!"
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When Mr. Tian saw that Wang Jiuling knew that he was raising a person and was giving such a grand salute, it was very different from the usual people who knew that he was raising a person and just slightly raised their hands in a salute. What's more, they were just pretending to be respectful and asked him for help.
The male lover in front of him did not seek anything from himself, but he still showed such a great gift. The old man was very pleased. He must keep Wang Jiuling and others to eat. The old man still had selfish motives, that was for his granddaughter, not to mention that Wang Jiuling was still an orphan.
The possibility of a visiting son-in-law is very high. Since the Qing Dynasty, my family has not had a visiting official. Now I mainly rely on some fields and shops in the city to make a living.
"We accept the old man's wishes, but there are still hundreds of brothers waiting for dinner outside the town! We are afraid that they will cause some trouble."
"It doesn't matter, it doesn't matter! Ah Fu, go to the counting house and get a big fat pig and five hundred kilograms of grain to send to Commander Wang's men."
"How does this make it possible? It's better not to trouble the old lady. I hope the old lady will prepare the food we want as soon as possible. We still have to go back." Wang Jiuling was more worried that the old lady Gao had seen their identities and was holding him back. If so, he would send someone to report.