Chapter 27: Vasilyev

  Vasilyev was a traditional Soviet officer, with a well-groomed beard and shiny boots, wearing his uniform neatly. He was the inspector sent by the Soviet Union to Manchuria, responsible for inspecting the acceptance of military supplies and coordinating cooperation with the Chinese side. In general, he was the plenipotentiary representative of the Soviet Union in Manchuria.

  As a veteran who experienced the baptism of World War II, Vasilyev exuded an aura that was as sharp as a bayonet, cold and bloody!

  He didn't have the same attitude towards the CPC, in his view China was just a synonym for backwardness, incompetence and corruption, even the CPC was only a political party propped up by the Soviet Union! Moreover, as the CPC grew stronger, it became increasingly disobedient to the Soviet Union's appointments and orders! He couldn't understand why his government still wanted to support the CPC? Maybe this is just politics.

  After he finished drinking a full glass of vodka, he stood up and opened the door. The cold air outside rushed in, and he took a deep breath. His heart was cursing this damned weather! However, the severe winter is almost over! Warm air will arrive soon!

  He brought two comrades who came with him, and now he is going to inspect the military situation. The main destination is naturally the train station, where there are piles of ammunition and supplies. After a period of supervision, he understood that the Communist Party would not have corruption or profiteering, but he still had to patrol every day.

  He got off the jeep and walked to the ammunition depot at the train station, starting his daily routine. As soon as he finished inquiring about the warehouse guard, he found a group of 6 people wearing Chinese Communist military uniforms watching around, occasionally pointing and gesturing.

  Vasilyev was a bit puzzled, because among the majority of officers in Manchuria he could recognize at least one familiar face. He asked himself if his memory was good. But these people in front of him he had never seen before, did the Communist Party change personnel again? But that's not right! If they changed personnel, then I should know too!

  Vasily became a bit curious, he thought it was necessary to go forward and talk to these people for a few words, so that he could also understand the identity of these people! Vasily, of course, would not think that these people were spies, he still had confidence in the security work of the Communist Party of China, and spies would not be so blatant, so open and aboveboard!

  Chen Feichen, Liu Guangda and Chen Mingliang arrived at the train station early in the morning with their respective bodyguards. Their purpose was to inspect the security forces of the train station for any loopholes. Although this place is not currently under their jurisdiction, Chen Feichen has confidence that one day the entire Manzhouli will be under his control.

  These are not the main points, the main point is that Chen Fei wants to get to know the Soviet inspector, he wants to create a coincidental encounter scene, of course, visiting him at home is also possible, but that would be somewhat inferior, and besides, going to his door himself isn't degrading himself? The Soviet inspector doesn't have that kind of qualifications yet!

  Chen Feichen still decided to find a way to break the current situation on the Soviet side, if he could have his own people within the Soviet Union, it would undoubtedly be a good condition for future advances into Outer Mongolia.

  Chen Feichen saw that Vasilyev was walking towards him, and he felt a little happy in his heart. Chen Feichen, Liu Guangda, and Chen Mingliang all showed smiles on their faces, and they all understood that the climax of the show had arrived.

  Vasilyev said two meters away: "What are you?" Vasilyev's expression was serious, but his tone was still inquiring rather than interrogating.

  Chen Feichen and others naturally looked at Vasilyev, the guards who came with him did not block Vasilyev and others, Vasilyev came to Chen Feichen's face unimpeded. Vasilyev understood that from the position of these people, it can be known that these people are mainly young people, although Vasilyev was very surprised.

  "He said with a serious expression: 'You should know that this is a military restricted area, not just anyone can come in! I'll repeat it again, who are you people? Please identify yourselves!'"

  The Soviets have always been superior in front of the Chinese, whether it is to the National Government or the Communist Party of China, the Soviets think that China is not worth their attention.

  Looking at Vasilyev's arrogant attitude, it naturally made Chen Feicheng and others present feel a little indignant. Chen Feicheng also said seriously: "Comrade, you should understand that this is on Chinese people's land, you should show your identity, not me!"

  Vasily was taken aback, he was somewhat indignant but not angry, in his opinion this young man had a good background, which could be seen from the way he spoke. This has been verified throughout the Soviet Union.

  Vasilyev picked up his initial disdain, with a bit less contempt and more seriousness, said: "I am Colonel Vasilyev, I am the Soviet Socialist Republic Union's coordinator for aid to China, fully responsible for aid materials."

  Chen Feichen saw that Vasilyev had introduced himself in a very formal manner, so he couldn't lose face either. Sometimes mutual respect was necessary. Chen Feichen suddenly stood up straight and said seriously: "I am Colonel Chen Feichen, commander of the Northeast Field Army's Independent Regiment, dispatched to take charge of the defense work at Manzhouli!"

  Chen Mingliang couldn't help but laugh in his heart, this team leader is really something, how did he promote himself to a high-ranking official? When did the Communist Party also have a military rank system? And even a senior colonel, it's really ridiculous.

  Liu Guangda was a bit puzzled, how did the troops also have military ranks? He didn't know himself. Chen Feichen, on the other hand, was very casual about it, in his opinion, the main force regiment commander being a colonel was quite normal! This wasn't anything big deal after all.

  Vasilyev did not have any doubts about Chen Feidu's military rank, what he was concerned about was Chen Feidu's troops. He knew that a troop had arrived some time ago, but he didn't know the specifics. In his concept, this troop should take the initiative to visit him, rather than now!

  Vasily said with some difficulty, "But according to my understanding, the garrison troops in Manzhouli should be an independent regiment of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region government, rather than your so-called Northeast Field Army Independent Regiment, although they are both independent regiments."

  Chen Feichen chuckled and said lightly, "This is a military secret, you have no right to ask! In my understanding, Colonel Vasilyev, your responsibility is about coordinating aid materials for China, not the highest official in Manzhouli!"

  Chen Feichen's words were not polite, but he occupied the moral high ground. Chen Feichen once again pointed out that this was not the Soviet Union, but China. Vasilyev was taken aback, which was something he had never experienced in China before. Although he knew what Chen Feichen said was correct, he felt very uncomfortable, which was also quite normal. Usually accustomed to flattery and compromise, suddenly hearing Chen Feichen's straightforward words made him feel uneasy.