Chapter 58: So-called Cooperation (First Update, Seeking Collection)

  For Zhao Pingzhou, Mao Feng also changed from the initial bad impression to today's impression. This person is quite arrogant and for those who are incompetent in their positions, I'm afraid that if he has the opportunity, it's likely that he will betray them. However, if you can get his loyalty, then he will definitely be a brave general and can be of great use.

  If you want to achieve great things, you must have subordinates. You need to have subordinates who can plan and strategize, as well as those who are brave and skilled in battle. What can one person accomplish alone?

  Mao Feng was very clear, and his positioning was also very clear. He never used the historical evaluations in books to look at a person, at least he wanted to use his own eyes! As he learned more about Lin Hu and Chen Jiongming, this idea became more and more firm.

  Yang Yongtai rubbed the bridge of his nose and said calmly, "Commander, now that there's only one division left, Zhao Pingzhou has also stabilized, and the Meizhou direction is temporarily free from hidden dangers. It's time to make necessary adjustments to the forces at our doorstep!"

  Mao Feng said very affirmatively, "That's inevitable. Some people may think I'll integrate the family entrance first, but I'm doing the opposite. It's precisely because of the family entrance that I have the most confidence!"

  One regiment, since retreating to Chaozhou, has been gathering and reorganizing in a town in the countryside of Chaozhou. Having just escaped from battle, the soldiers were slowly recovering. However, many soldiers had experienced the death of their comrades by their side, and their nerves had been subjected to another violent shock; now they also needed to adjust!

  Zhao Difei is currently temporarily leading a division, and he can also be said to have regained control of the front-line troops. Since leaving the independent regiment and becoming deputy chief of staff at the military department, although he felt stable in his heart, he also felt lonely, without the flattery and fawning that came with being a leader, how could he not feel lonely and lost?

  He took over as the acting commander of the division, he was very clear that there was a credit to Mao Fengzhi in this matter. He knew even more that Mao Fengzhi's power was now absolutely on his own side. The city of Chaozhou had long been operated by this person like an iron barrel. If the general were not injured, then there might still be a possibility of victory or defeat. But now it's already without suspense. I believe that General has long been tightly controlled by Mao Fengzhi's men!

  Zhao Difei thought that previously in Wuping County, he was still talking about Liu Xu Guang, but what about now? I'm afraid Mao Feng will also take that path, the only difference is that this person must part ways with Da Shuai peacefully, and the best outcome would be for Da Shuai to recover from his injuries and leave Guangdong, announcing his retirement!

  Zhao Di flew into a sigh and said: "It's really just a big dream! One year, not even one year has passed, from being a new recruit who was nothing to becoming the decisive factor in the situation in Chaozhou, not even 20 years old yet! What a good plot, what a deep plan! Everyone was deceived by this person! In the end, this person became the biggest beneficiary! Who could have known that such a young kid would have such an arrangement! It's unbearable!"

  Zhao Di flew into a rage, muttering: "What can be done now? The Second Legion has been destroyed by this person! It wasn't defeated on the battlefield, but was ruined by its own people. How tragic and lamentable! The Commander-in-Chief also gave him a chance to wear a wedding dress! And ended up with severe injuries! What choice do I have left? What qualifications do I have to choose? I'm afraid it's my turn next! It's time for me to make a choice!"

  He muttered to himself for a while, saying that he had to make his own choice. He sat in the chair for a long time. Suddenly, Zhao Difei stood up abruptly and said: "Why should we be passive? We should take the initiative! Since the situation is already like this, why not take the initiative to get close? At least before this person falls, following him is the best choice!"

  As soon as he thought of it, Zhao Difei immediately picked up the phone on the table and called Mao Fengzhi. Mao Fengzhi was still discussing with Yang Yongtai how to control one division at the smallest cost when his deputy came in to report that Division Commander Zhao Difei was on the phone and wanted to speak with the commander.

  Yang Yongtai and Mao Feng looked at each other, Yang Yongtai said with a smile: "Congratulations, Commander! The First Division is now flawless!"

  With a faint smile, Mao Feng stood up and adjusted his uniform. He said to Yang Yongtai: "This Commander Zhao is indeed somewhat clever, to be honest, I really don't want to see him end in disappointment!"

  Yang Yongtai smiled secretly, knowing that Mao Feng had disappeared without a trace. He then put away the smile on his face. Yang Yongtai looked slightly solemn, thinking to himself: Time, time, if there was just one week or even one month of time, it would be great! Now the top priority is to integrate Lin Hu's troops and turn them into combat power, so that they might have the qualifications to confront those people! Not only are there Yun Dai's troops and Xu Chongzhi's troops, but also Chen Jiongming's troops! At this time, Chen Jiongming urgently needed to increase his own strength. If he saw the weak and vulnerable Chaozhou, if he saw Mao Feng taking Lin Hu's place, then this person would definitely make a move on Chaozhou!

  It wasn't long before Mao Fengzhi came in again, and the sound of his footsteps woke Yang Yongtai from his contemplation. After Mao sat down, he said to Yang: "It's settled! Zhao Difei is very cooperative and has taken the initiative to cooperate with the rectification of the First Division! He even asked me to send cadres over to assist him in rectifying the troops!"

  Yang Yongtai said with a smile: "He's doing this to save his life! He's an old slippery head! After mixing in the army for so long, he knows what can be touched and what can't be touched! For example, military power!"

  Maofeng nodded slightly and continued, "But I don't know what Sun Wen has decided. Is he going to order Xu Chongzhi's troops to come and test our strength?"

  Yang Yongtai said confidently: "The weighing is inevitable, but Sun Wen is a deep and cunning person. He won't come openly, he will stimulate Xu Chongzhi to weigh privately. If we win, it's natural that there's no need to say more. If we lose, then this black pot will also be borne by Xu Chongzhi. I know him too well!"

  Maofeng lowered his head and began to ponder, although he had already had this concept for a long time, but specifically in the execution of this plan, it still needed careful consideration! Maofeng's understanding of Xu Chongzhi came from two aspects: one was his own understanding of history, and the other was Yang Yongtai's understanding of this person.

  Xu Chongzhi has always disliked direct confrontation, he likes to put his energy into preparation before the battle, likes to arrange subtle moves within the opponent's camp, bribery, in short, using benefits and temptation, then internal and external coordination, to achieve victory, this is also why Xu Chongzhi initially rose to power!

  Xu Chongzhi has always been very indulgent to his subordinates, or rather, very protective of them. This is also why Xu Chongzhi gained the support of his subordinates. For someone like him, the first thing to guard against is one's own internal affairs.

  Mao Feng's mind began to filter out who in Chaozhou City might betray him or was an uncertain factor. Seeing Mao Feng's silent expression, Yang Yongtai didn't disturb him either. What needed to be said had already been said, and now it was time to test Mao Feng's abilities. If he was a useless Ah Dou, then he would have taken action long ago.

  Yang Yongtai closed his eyes and waited for Mao Feng's decision. After a while, he heard Mao Feng say: "Sir, I think we should sort out our own side first!"

  Yang Yongtai opened his eyes calmly and nodded, saying: "However, I still need to remind the commander of one thing, there is no fortress in the world that cannot be broken! It's often from within!"

  Mao Feng sneered with a cold tone: "I don't mind taking a few human heads to offer as sacrifices to the flag!"

  In the city of Chaozhou, all the dignitaries were invited by Mao Feng to come over. In the grand hall of the government office, more than 20 people gathered together, whispering to each other. At this time, none of them had any intention of excluding others, but rather wanted to know some reasons. They were also well-informed people, how could they not know about the current situation?

  Merchants pursue profits, it's not just merchants, those wealthy landlords are the same! They not only want to protect their own lives but also hope to achieve further development for themselves.

  Huang Kui was surrounded by many people, Dong Hao was also the same, and Ding Hua's side was also the same. The president of the Chamber of Commerce also had a lot of people around him! More than 20 people were divided into four circles.

  "Commander arrived!" With a reminder, Mao Feng entered the hall accompanied by his deputy officer! The three family heads were the most deeply moved, they had all witnessed Mao Feng's growth and transformation, or rather, they knew him best. At this moment, Mao Feng was becoming more and more like a superior being.

  After exchanging a few pleasantries with everyone, Mao Feng immediately got to the point: "I've invited you all here for two reasons. Time is precious, so let's not waste any more of it. Let's get started with the first matter!"

  Looking at everyone's attentive appearance, Mao Feng naturally didn't hesitate and said: "The war is not over, the society is turbulent, the people are suffering, and you are also worried! In view of this, I, as the commander, want to develop the economy and livelihood within the border for the safety of the people's lives and property. As everyone knows, to achieve these goals, we need funds. You are all well-known wealthy families in Chaozhou. So, I invited you here today, hoping that you can generously contribute!"

  It turned out to be about money! This realization made everyone present feel relieved, thinking that donating some money would be enough. They all thought something big was going on, but now they were all in a relaxed mood, eagerly offering to donate and cooperate with the commander, with many loudly praising the commander as a role model!

  However, after Mao Feng heard the amount of money that everyone had decided to donate, his face gradually changed from a smile to a gloomy expression, as cold as water, making people feel chilled.

  "What?! One million taels?!" Everyone was shocked when they heard the amount reported by Mao Feng, and they all stared at him with their mouths agape.