Chapter 39: Scheming (Second Update)

  Maofeng didn't plan to see him off personally, but only instructed his deputy to replace himself. When Dong Hao was gone, Maofeng let out a cold hum, raised an eyebrow and said in a low voice: "Old fox."

  After saying so much, it all boils down to knowing one's own bottom line. Is one's own bottom line really that good? Those sums of money look like a lot, but in reality they are just tiny amounts. The Dong family made a fortune selling opium, otherwise how could the Dong family have become the largest landlord in the Chaozhou area?

  Mao Feng indeed had a greedy heart towards the Dong family, but he also knew that now was not the time. If the Dong family could recognize the situation, they might become his allies in the future; otherwise, rather than helping the enemy, it would be better to solve the problem early on.

  Everyone in the garrison knew that the battle was about to begin, they were all watching other troops preparing, watching other troops go all out to prepare for war, which made everyone in the garrison feel unbalanced.

  This is also the vanguard, if it were other troops, they might be happy to go first, but you know this war is a matter of life and death, not a joke.

  From this side, it can also be seen that the police team has been trained by Mao Feng to a point where they are eager to fight, their morale has reached its peak, and their desire for battle is at an unprecedented level.

  Mao Feng didn't expect to see his subordinates all coming to visit him. Looking at the row of officials, Mao Feng initially had no idea what was going on, but as they each spoke up, he came to realize that they were there to ask for war.

  This made Mao Fengzhi cry and laugh, other troops were avoiding them, but this group of people was thinking about how to fight! This also made Mao Fengzhi feel relieved, Mao Fengzhi knew that the vanguard of the security team had already appeared! Mao Fengzhi believed that as long as they fought a few more battles, this troop would not be far from becoming an elite force.

  Mao Feng thought so in his heart, but he wouldn't show it on his face. On the contrary, he listened patiently, only to have his face sink lower and lower towards the end.

  Jia Cheng was still talking spiritedly about his own long-winded reasons, not noticing the gloomy face of Mao Feng. Just as he finished one sentence and wanted to continue, Hao Junsheng nudged him with his arm. At first, Jia Cheng was a bit puzzled, but after seeing Mao Feng's gloomy face, he abruptly swallowed the words that were on the tip of his tongue.

  Jia Cheng forced a smile and said to Mao Feng: "Comrade Commander, I've finished speaking. Please give me your instructions."

  "Instructions? I'm afraid I don't have the guts for that! You all have plenty of reasons, if I don't let my brothers go to battle, then I'm not doing my job as commander, and I should step down!"

  "Who?! Who said that?! I'll skin him alive!"

  As soon as the words fell, everyone couldn't help but burst out laughing. Who else could it be? Not you, Jia Cheng! Who else?! Mao Feng scolded with a dark face: "That's enough, stop this nonsense! Stand up for me!"

  "Yes, whatever Commander says I, Jia Cheng, will absolutely carry out! Absolutely no hesitation!" Jia Cheng really stood up straight.

  Maofeng's brush stood up, and he roared at Jia Cheng: "Do you believe I'll make you a soldier right away? Shut your mouth, or I'll deal with you immediately!"

  Maofeng's anger was not to be trifled with, and the momentum really shocked Jia Cheng and Liu Chun, who immediately shut their mouths and didn't dare make a sound.

  Zhao Pingzhou and Hao Junsheng both became serious, also being intimidated by Mao Fengzhi's aura. Seeing everyone's respectful appearance at this moment, Mao Fengzhi's face slightly relaxed, but still looked gloomy and severe.

  Mao Feng said: "Don't I want to let the troops go up and prove it? But what is called a military order? What is called a military order like a mountain? Is this child's play? This is the commander-in-chief's order, and I can only obey! Moreover, how long has our security regiment been formed? The first division, second division, and even third division have combat effectiveness above my security regiment. Do you really think that the security regiment is invincible? Hmm?"

  Mao Feng's words made the clever ones' eyes light up, they all figured it out. Liu Chun and Jia Cheng were a bit confused, they didn't understand clearly. However, seeing Huang Mingyang, Zhao Pingzhou, and Hao Junsheng all keeping silent, they also shut their mouths, they had their own tricks too.

  "Now all of you go back and take good care of the soldiers, if anything goes wrong, I'll ask you! Also, training can't be stopped, what needs to be trained must be trained. In two days, I will inspect, and if it's not qualified, hum, you know the consequences."

  At this time, the sound of footsteps echoed, getting closer and closer. Then, Mao Feng saw an unexpected person, and others also saw him, many people felt a sense of unfamiliarity.

  Mao Feng reluctantly put away his gloomy expression and said to the visitor, "Mr. Yang, how did you come? Please sit down!" Mao Feng's tone was still gentle towards the visitor.

  Yang Yongtai, the newcomer is naturally him, he also feels that he should do his best to fulfill his role as a staff member. Although Yang Yongtai declined the position of chief of staff, he accepted the role as a private staff member.

  But he heard Maofeng's angry voice, and he also wanted to know what was going on, so he formally appeared and got familiar with the scene.

  Mao Feng stood facing his subordinates and began to introduce Yang Yongtai. After the introduction, everyone also knew that this was a staff officer invited back by the commander. However, they all knew the commander's character - he wasn't someone who would easily show favoritism; he valued true talent and ability.

  After some small talk, Mao Feng immediately turned to his subordinates and said: "Get out of here quickly!"

  His subordinates immediately left, not daring to make a sound. Yang Yongtai smiled and said to Mao Feng: "The commander is really majestic! The subordinates are so obedient, it seems that the commander's command is good!"

  Listening to the flattering words, Mao Feng said helplessly: "Mr. Yang has overpraised me, what kind of commander is this? They are all going to ask for battle and attack Xu Chongzhi!"

  "What's going on here?" Yang Yongtai asked in surprise.

  Mao Feng immediately explained the situation to Yang Yongtai, who thought for a long time. After the tea was refilled several times, Yang Yongtai finally made a decision.

  Yang Yongtai said: "Commander, for the time being, it is not suitable to send troops. The commander is not like Lin Hu, and does not have too much interest in entanglement with President Sun! Although I am also against President Sun, I must say that President Sun has taken the moral high ground, many people across the country are his followers, Xu Chongzhi is one of them, he is absolutely loyal to Sun!"

  It seemed like something had occurred, and Yang Yongtai said: "Right, the commander is Chiang Kai-shek's uncle-in-law, although they are from different branches of the family. So Xu Chongzhi is Chiang Kai-shek's sworn brother! Doesn't the commander know?"

  Mao Fengzhi really didn't know, he listened and was stunned, this was absolutely unexpected. Mao Fengzhi asked in doubt: "Is there such a thing? When did this happen?"

  Yang Yongtai was surprised, he looked at Mao Feng who didn't seem to be pretending, he believed him, and immediately started talking about some things about Xu Chongzhi and Chiang Kai-shek's sworn brotherhood. Finally, Yang Yongtai said: "Xu Chongzhi has a very high reputation in Guangdong, his prestige is naturally unquestionable, but since the Guangzhou coup, he has been defeated again and again, his popularity and prestige have greatly declined! However, he still gained Mr. Sun's trust, let alone his troops' combat effectiveness was still outstanding!"

  Mao Feng understood Yang Yongtai's meaning and said: "Sir means I should prepare for both possibilities?"

  Yang Yongtai didn't hide it either, he nodded calmly and said: "Not bad, now it's undeniable that Chen Jiongming and Lin Hu are at an absolute disadvantage. Lin Hu is a talented person, but his alliance with Chen Jiongming and even taking orders from him was a fatal mistake. As a result, those who are enemies of Chen Jiongming are also enemies of Lin Hu, and his reputation in Guangdong and even the whole country has been ruined! There's no possibility of reversal! Moreover, this person is like fire and water with Mr. Sun, once he fails, there's only one way out - to flee the country! Chen Jiongming is the same! Commander, you are now at a young and promising age, so you must be extremely cautious and cannot lightly get involved in this!"

  Mao Feng's eyes narrowed as he said, "So, sir, you're saying that I need to make a name for myself now?"

  Yang Yongtai nodded and said, "Not bad, don't underestimate this reputation, it's related to the commander's future prospects. If it's a good reputation, then the commander will be welcomed wherever he goes. If it's a reputation like Chen Jiongming's, then it'll be difficult to take a single step, unless the commander really has the power to make enemies with the whole world!"

  Mao Feng nodded and said: "Sir, you are right! Thank you for your guidance!"

  Mao Fengzhi sincerely thanked Yang Yongtai, who naturally felt quite good about it. At least he now thought Mao Fengzhi was worth pointing out a thing or two to.

  Following Mao Feng's inquiry, Yang Yongtai's life was naturally filled with concern, and he instructed Yang Yongtai that if there were any difficulties, he could speak directly and when his life stabilized, he could bring his family over.

  Yang Yongtai naturally agreed, at least this attitude made Mao Feng feel satisfied. If Yang Yongtai really brought his family over, it would mean that he was truly willing to serve as an advisor! This is the best thing that could happen, and now Mao Feng lacks a strategist. Without a strategist, he himself can only be a mere martial artist!