Chapter 40: Interrogation (First Update)

  Two days later, Lin Hu led the main force to set out, Mao Feng personally saw them off. Before leaving, Lin Hu still instructed Mao Feng to take good care of the family business and not to lose anything. Mao Feng was very determined to guarantee it.

  After Lin Hu and others left, Mao Feng was considered the number one person in Chaozhou at that time. All the celebrities and dignitaries in the city came to visit him without exception. As for Mao Feng, no matter what he used to be, at least now he had to maintain a good relationship with them. This slightly put himself in a difficult position, which was their idea.

  The scene is like a market, this metaphor is not exaggerated at all. However, in the eyes of the Dong and Huang families, this is just a case of locking the stable door after the horse has bolted, with little effect. Previously, they had already made great efforts to win him over, and Mao Feng had started doing so even before he reached his current position. Although it can't be said that they were offering help in time of need, at least they are better than those who only add flowers to the brocade!

  Mao Feng would not personally go out, but instead let his deputy or Yang Yongtai meet with them. This was also a prelude to officially promoting Yang Yongtai, which would have to be made public sooner or later, and now was the best opportunity.

  There are many gifts, including brocade and ginseng! Mao Feng has never put his mind to it before, but now he is thinking about how to get military equipment. Domestic weapons are not what Mao Feng wants, he thinks of foreign countries, especially big guns! German-made is the best!

  However, Germany is now in its most difficult period. The failure of World War I and the burden of high reparations have led to a collapse of the German economy. A large number of ordinary Germans are living below the poverty line and what they need now is money or foreign aid.

  Mao Feng knew roughly about the current situation in Germany, but not entirely clearly. He somewhat regretted why he didn't read more history books earlier. Since there's no medicine for regret, Mao Feng has been trying every means to contact the German side. Currently, all German diplomatic envoys have left China, and those who remain are just a few minor officials in the north. Shanghai doesn't even have any trace of Germany, having long been squeezed out by England, France, Japan, and America. Now Mao Feng has decided that if all else fails, he can only connect with America.

  Yang Yongtai learned from Mao Feng's mouth that he wanted to get German military supplies, Yang Yongtai had no choice but to mobilize his own connections. Three days later, Yang Yongtai also gave Mao Feng an accurate piece of information: the Germans had been found, a German diplomat who was a leftover personnel, and their days in China were not easy because Germany did not have that much money to support these diplomats.

  "Can't he hurry up and get here already?!" Mao Feng exclaimed excitedly.

  Yang Yongtai smiled and said: "He has rushed over, but he came by steamship, which also takes a week, departing from Tianjin Port."

  Mao Feng was a bit disappointed, but also helpless. Now there are no better conditions, and it's not possible to travel by plane or train like later generations!

  Mao Feng said: "Time is a bit tight, but it can't be helped. The commander has already started fighting with Xu Chongzhi's troops on the other side, and the situation currently looks favorable for us!"

  Yang Yongtai nodded and said, "This is an expected thing. Although Xu Chongzhi can't be said to have been beaten, his subordinates are like this. Since the Guangzhou coup, Xu Chongzhi has not won a battle. His battles may be quick, but they rely on small cleverness, often liking to divide and buy off. This kind of pre-war trickery, if it doesn't work, then relying solely on the combat effectiveness of his troops, Xu Chongzhi's forces are nothing to worry about!"

  Mao Feng nodded and continued: "What I'm worried about is that Fujian will unite against outsiders, but the situation in Fujian is not good either. To the north, there is Sun Chuanfang's army, with at least 5,000 elite troops, which can march south at any time. Within Fujian, the local faction and the pro-monarchy faction are also deeply divided, but when it comes to a matter of life and death, they may join forces!"

  Yang Yongtai shook his head and said, "It's not possible. Those who are unaware will think the same as Commander You, but in reality, they can't unite internally. The biggest suspense now is whether they will lean towards Sun Chuanfang or General Lin Hu! The Beijing government also has high expectations for Lin Hu, so the Beijing government remains neutral on this issue. Although Xu Chongzhi's department has a close relationship with the Fujian local faction, he is loyal to Mr. Sun. From this perspective, Xu Chongzhi will not get the support of the local forces! They are just using each other. If Xu Chongzhi's main force suffers heavy losses, who will still value him? The cake is only so big, and one less person means it's a good thing."

  Mao Feng nodded thoughtfully and said, "Since you see it that way, then this battle is worth fighting!"

  Yang Yongtai nodded in approval and said, "Not bad, Commander. You're absolutely right. Although General Lin Hu's current situation is very favorable, as we advance step by step, the resistance will become increasingly fierce. The longer it takes, the more unfavorable it will be for General Lin Hu. After all, he lacks a solid foundation!"

  Mao Feng let out a low sigh and said, "Yes, the war is all about money and food. The commander has been governing the Chao Mei area for too short a time, and there are too few munitions factories. Many of them rely on external purchases and a small number of supports!"

  Yang Yongtai continued: "This is the commander's opportunity! Now, looking at it, Commander Lin Hu is supporting you in the east and Chen Jiongming is supporting you in the west. For the time being, there is no danger. Take this opportunity to vigorously govern the local area, win over the local gentry and common people. If you can get their support, then no matter who controls the Mei region, they will have to take the commander's three shares seriously. The commander can wait for a good price."

  Mao Feng looked at Yang Yongtai and said: "Your meaning is to let me sit on a mountain watching tigers fight, waiting for the right moment to come out?"

  Yang Yongtai nodded and said: "Not bad, now Commander you want to be independent, it's still too early! At present, I think it can be properly inclined towards that side!"

  On the other side, as Yang Yongtai said, Mao Feng's thoughts were very clear. That was Sun Dapao! Mao Feng pondered and said: "That side is also a way out, now the only troops that side relies on are Xu Chongzhi's troops, the Yunnan troops are all local warlords, he can't directly control them. If I can get close to him, at least I can get attention from that side. As long as I make suitable moves and gain trust, it's not impossible!"

  Yang Yongtai didn't rush to respond, knowing that Mao Fengzhi had more to say. Indeed, Mao continued: "However, when the Grand Marshal promoted me from a humble position, he showed me great kindness and favor. Moreover, he was also my matchmaker. In terms of both emotion and reason, I cannot do this. Otherwise, how would others view me? Only if the Grand Marshal is truly powerless can I do so - what do you think, sir?"

  Yang Yongtai listened and felt a little regretful, but he still nodded his head and said: "It can only be so, this is the best solution for now!"

  "So I focused on development, the Chaoshan region has a good foundation, if developed properly, it won't lose to Guangzhou. If I can control Swatow in my own hands, then I will have an outlet to the sea, and I will also have room for maneuver in foreign trade!"

  Maofeng paused for a moment before continuing: "At this time, whoever makes trouble on my turf will be severely punished, no matter who it is!"

  Yang Yongtai immediately said: "Then we must take Shantou first and control it in our hands! It's better to be early than late!"

  Mao Feng said: "I have sent someone to investigate the news on that side, as long as the news is in hand, it will be the beginning of action! Without accident, Swatow must be taken down!"

  Yang Yongtai thought that taking down Shantou was a clever move, and he only valued the overall situation, but didn't think about the local situation. If Shantou is taken down, then Shantou and Chaomei will be connected as one piece, and the overall trend can be established!

  Yang Yongtai continued: "Meizhou on the other side also needs attention, although it's just a county town, but we must pass through Meizhou to control the northern region! This is the throat of Chaozhou, and we can't help but take it seriously!"

  Mao Feng smiled and said: "I am the commander of the Chaozhou garrison, Meizhou is also under the jurisdiction of Chaozhou, so I have this authority both emotionally and rationally. However, don't be too hasty, first take down Swatow and see how the big marshal and those around him react. As for the GM party, I think it's still necessary to take action. If they still don't know how to behave and want to cause trouble, then I can also swallow my pride and teach them a lesson, and help Mr. Sun discipline them, let them know the severity of Mao Feng!"

  。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。

  Zhou Jun has been locked up in prison since his arrest, and he has not received any news from the outside world. He doesn't even know what happened to his companions who were arrested at the same time.

  He has been thinking a lot in his mind these days, but he is still very loyal to the party. He also made good preparations for martyrdom. Now he is closing his eyes and resting, eating on time, sleeping on time, looking very calm.

  The prison gate opened and a few people walked in. Zhou Jun didn't care about them at all, he still closed his eyes to meditate. He heard someone whispering: "Hurry up and get up, the commander has come to see you personally!"

  Tou Jun was taken aback, he knew who the commander was referring to. He opened his eyes and saw a man in military uniform, Mao Fengzhi. He couldn't help but secretly admire the spirited young man before him.

  But as he looked further, he discovered that the person in front of him had a strong murderous aura, which made him very puzzled. The information he received said that Mao Feng had not experienced many battles, so how did his body have the murderous aura that only old soldiers who had been through many battles would have?

  Mao Feng spoke up at this time: "Tu Jun, a capable general under Mr. Sun! I heard that you are also from Guizhou Lecture Martial Hall and have ten years of revolutionary experience!"