Chapter 61: The Journey to Nie Manor (Part 1)

  The next morning, Wang Mingyu informed Zhang Deen and others in a loud voice, instructing them to hurry up with their practice, as the time left for them was not much. He warned them to be patient and wait, not to be misled by the external voices of peace and reconciliation, hoping that the national league would mediate was unrealistic, they would only mediate for their own interests, once Japan showed strong military power, they would not dare to intervene too much for self-protection.

  Actually, Wang Mingyu had already instilled this idea in them many times, that is, to unite with the Communist Party to resist Japan, which coincidentally has a similar strategy to the Red Army's alliance with Chiang Kai-shek to resist Japan. Wang Mingyu's propaganda was to preserve all of China's national defense forces and face outward together. If they couldn't even drive out the invaders, then what face would they have to lead the Chinese people? The Nationalist Party, which is good at internal strife but poor at external warfare, as well as their most outstanding representative, Chairman Chiang Kai-shek.

  Although Wang Mingyu saw the committee chairman also excited and a little flustered, that was due to his curiosity. After all, he was also a head of state, related to his own future. Moreover, when had Wang Mingyu ever come into contact with such an aura? In the past, in the army, the highest official he had directly contacted was just a major general. At that time, the excitement was beyond measure. There is a kind of sense of identity deep in the bones of soldiers. While they pay for the country, they also hope to get the country's affirmation.

  However, rebirth is not omnipotent. After rebirth, one is still human and will feel anxious, whether it's when facing celebrities, beauties or other situations. Rebirth won't give you an extra life compared to others; everything still depends on oneself. At most, one might think that they've already died once, so what's the harm in dying again? The greatest advantage of rebirth is having prior knowledge and warnings, as well as the experiences and lessons from countless predecessors.

  After Wang Mingyu finished his handover, he drove all the way to Ningbo city.

  Nie Fu

  Nie's father is a very traditional person, he always thought that parental orders and matchmaker's words are also considered to be poisoned by feudal ideology, while Nie Sisi was one of the first people to be impacted by new ideas. Such a collision would obviously not have a good outcome, resulting in Nie Sisi running away from marriage three years ago. Although Nie's father was very angry, he was more helpless, having only one precious daughter. People are selfish, although his daughter took such an action, he was only angry for a while, but mostly worried about his daughter.

  Now his daughter has returned from outside, and it is said that she has already started working. Nie's father was naturally very happy, thinking that Nie Si had cleared up her thoughts and come back. In the past three years, what Nie's father felt most guilty about was his old friend Wang Yuanshan. The incident of running away from marriage had dealt a great blow to the reputation of the Wang family. Fortunately, the old man had strong psychological quality and didn't take it to heart.

  Nie's father had heard that his son-in-law, Wang Mingyu, had become a regimental commander in the national army, and at the time, he felt that his son-in-law was quite accomplished. Of course, this son-in-law was one he had added himself, and so far, no one had recognized him, especially not his own daughter. Nie's father also knew that Wang Mingyu used to be a bit of an oddball, but he believed that people can change with age, and now Wang Mingyu had not only reformed but was more accomplished than the average person. He thought that surely his daughter wouldn't have any objections anymore.

  Nie's father took the initiative to post a message to Wang Mingyu, asking him to come over and meet Nie Sisi who had just returned. It had been several years since they last met, so maybe some sparks would fly between them. After all, three years ago, Wang Mingyu said that if Nie Sisi was willing to marry him within the next three years, he would definitely marry her. But did things really go as Nie's father had hoped?

  After Wang Mingyu arrived at Nie's residence, he only waited for the butler to announce his arrival and then went into the reception hall. He sat down and took a sip of tea, although he didn't really want to come. However, he had previously promised someone that he would attend, so he couldn't just not show up without putting on a pretense. Besides, Nie Sisi looked down on him anyway, so it was probably for the best to put an end to this idea.

  After a while, Nie's father hurried over with a smile and said to Wang Mingyu: "My good nephew, you've arrived!"

  "Uncle Nie, I'm so sorry that I came in such a hurry this time and didn't bring any gifts to visit you, it's really impolite of me!"

  "Let's speak our dialect, we're all family here, come on, let's continue drinking tea."

  "Uncle Nie's tea is really good, it's been many years since I've had such a good cup of tea."

  "Isn't your uncle laughing at you, Nephew? Hehe, what kind of tea do you have at home that's so special? But I heard recently that your family's industries are starting to move westward, do you have some inside information?" Uncle Nie asked casually. "Uncle, since you asked, I'll tell you. In less than a year, this place will probably become a battlefield. Japan's ambition is constantly expanding, the Northeast has fallen, and North China is already in danger. Japan's goal must be to occupy China in the shortest time possible. So what are their targets? Definitely the capital Nanjing, and the economic lifeline of Shanghai and Zhejiang Province. And most of our Wang family's industries are concentrated in these two places, why wait until it's too late and let the Japanese have them?"

  "The National Government isn't letting the League of Nations mediate? And they've signed several treaties with Japan, I think it's unlikely there will be any more major battles in the short term!" Mr. Nie shook his head and said "Japan's comprehensive national strength is very strong, especially in industry, their national resources are extremely limited, basically all relying on imports. So if they dare to launch a war, what is their goal? It must be our country's resources. Our country is currently vast and rich in resources, but industrially backward. Japan is taking advantage of this to launch an aggressive war against us, their purpose is only one: to occupy China, or to plunder China's resources." Wang Mingyu said indignantly, "Can treaties restrain Japan's wolf-like ambitions? No, they won't give up on their resources just because someone puts up a 'no invasion' sign next to them. They will find all sorts of excuses to make us intolerable, and then break the treaty first. All politics is currently based on military power. Uncle Nie, it would be best if you also moved your industry westward, but this is just my personal opinion, not some kind of internal information. My father trusts me, so he's transferred all his industries, leaving behind only a small part, just in case."

  Nie's father looked at Wang Mingyu with satisfaction and said, "Xian nephew, your father is a man who doesn't like to suffer losses. Since he has believed it, I will definitely believe it too. After a few months, I'll start doing this thing. Now my only wish is that little girl of mine."

  Wang Mingyu's heart tightened, and he hastily said: "Sisi is intelligent and beautiful, she will definitely find a good place to settle down in the future."

  Nie Sisi, who had just been listening to Wang Mingyu's talk, had already changed her opinion about him a little. However, some of the views deep in her heart were difficult to change. Later, when she heard that Wang Mingyu didn't think much of her, she couldn't help but feel indignant. Although she herself didn't want to marry Wang Mingyu, as a woman, she had a small mind and felt that Wang Mingyu should look up to her, and rejecting him was the only way out. Now, being looked down upon by this scoundrel, wasn't it saying that Nie Sisi was completely without charm?

  Nie's father was about to speak, but Nie Sisi rushed out from behind and said angrily: "Who do you think you are? You still have the nerve to run over here. Let me tell you, I will never marry you."

  "Hmm..." Wang Mingyu didn't expect Nie Sisi to be at home, and Nie's father hadn't mentioned it either. If he had known Nie Sisi was at home, Wang Mingyu might have reconsidered. Besides, Wang Mingyu now has someone in his heart, and Nie Sisi should know that too. Looking at her indignant expression, she seemed to think she was the one who did something wrong, but wasn't it her who ran away from marriage first?

  "Get back to your room!" Mr. Nie slammed his hand on the table and shouted. "No, I want to clear things up today." Nie Sisi ignored her father's angry gaze and said calmly, "Uncle, let Sisi stay here and talk it out with us. After all, we need to get things straightened out." Wang Mingyu chimed in, "It's been arranged by our parents, this matter is already settled. Are you two going to disobey your elders?" Mr. Nie glared at them, his eyes wide with anger... The room fell silent... and remained silent for a while, until Wang Mingyu spoke up again: "Uncle Nie, I think forcing something that's not meant to be will only lead to unhappiness for Sisi her whole life. And I wouldn't be able to repay your kindness if that happens."

  "What's going on? Didn't I and your mother get along well too? Feelings are cultivated slowly!" The old man also said a classic phrase, "Dad, I don't want to marry him! I don't want to, I don't want to!" Nie Sisi pouted at her father. "Sisi, Dad is doing this for your own good. Look at Mingyu, what's wrong with him? In terms of family background, he's from Ningbo, and in terms of ability, he's the captain of the national guard. Such a great young man, where can you find another one like that?" Nie Father looked at Nie Sisi with a disappointed expression. "Dad... I... I have someone I love." Nie Sisi stomped her foot and said in a low voice. "What?!" Nie Father was shocked, slowly sat down on the chair, and asked, "Are you trying to deceive me? Who is it? What does he do?"

  "Dad, I didn't deceive you, his name is Qian Liye, he's a teacher at our school, and he's really talented, with very progressive ideas..." Nie Sisi said non-stop, completely disregarding the feelings of the main character. Wang Mingyu smiled wryly and shook his head, Qian Liye? A member of the underground Communist Party! Who would have thought that Nie Sisi actually liked him, what a coincidence.