vrcanaries Chapter 785 The Way of Being an Official
Chapter 785 The Way of Being an Official
Of course, as the Minister of Transport, Chen Yang has no control over the officials in Shancheng as far as the Chinese officialdom is concerned.
By this calculation, the strength of our Minister Chen on the Imperial Army side is indeed much stronger than that on the Shancheng side.
At least the order of supply and the amount of supply to be given to those divisions all depend on Minister Chen's mood.
As for Minister Song, no matter how strong his background is or how powerful he is, the sword of Shancheng cannot kill an officer of the Imperial Army.
Even if the other party comes to Shanghai and shows full sincerity, it is not up to them to decide whether they want to meet or not.
Knock, knock, knock. A familiar knock on the door sounded. Qingqi Qingyin pushed open the door of the office and said, "Mr. Chen, I just received a message from the North China Information Department."
"The commander of the First War Zone stationed in Zhongtiao Mountain and the chairman of Henan Province were taken back by people sent by Shancheng."
"It is said that he is under house arrest in Mount Emei. Commander Tada is really blessed this time."
Is this phrase really used in this way? Chen Yang was slightly stunned and asked in surprise: "Mr. Qingqi, is your information reliable?"
"Of course it's reliable. People from the North China Information Department saw it with their own eyes. In addition, the hidden team in Shancheng also sent back information."
"It was confirmed that Commander Wei entered the Huangshan Villa and was taken away by the guards inside the Huangshan Villa after he came out. He was not even allowed to return to his residence and was taken directly to Mount Emei."
"Originally, Commander Tada was not at an advantage over Commander Shangwei. Commander Shangwei had been operating in Zhongtiao Mountain for many years, and he knew every detail of that place very well."
"Now that he has been replaced, is this considered a godsend?"
Before Chen Yang could say anything, there was another knock on the door, and Dong Ye Da Mu hurried in with a document.
"Minister, Commander Tada sent an urgent message. The North China Front Army requires the 33rd Division to immediately stop the Nanchang combat mission and rush to the North China battlefield."
"Lieutenant General Saho said that they don't have enough supplies. Forcibly withdrawing from the Nanchang battlefield at this time will cause damage to the 34th Division."
"Commander Tada asked the Expeditionary Force Command to deliver the 33rd Division's supplies to the North China battlefield as soon as possible to avoid causing unnecessary losses to the enemy,"
If Sawako Mitsuru were to withdraw from the Nanchang battlefield at this time, Tada Shun would not be afraid that Sonobe and Ichiro would fight him to death.
The Shanggao Campaign lasted for more than half a month, but the Japanese army not only failed to achieve the expected results, but suffered heavy losses.
The 21st Mixed Brigade, in particular, was chased and attacked by Wang Zuomin's th Army for three days, and lost more than of its -strong force, which was almost a loss rate of more than half.
The 33rd Division and the 34th Division were also pursued by the 49th Army and the 19th Army Group respectively. According to the telegrams sent back from the front, at least people died.
That is to say, up to now, a total of two divisions and one mixed brigade with a total of more than 40,000 troops have lost more than 10,000 imperial soldiers.
This is definitely a major defeat in the history of the war between the two sides. Why should we urge the 33rd Division to rush to North China at this time?
Chen Yang took the telegram and read it carefully, frowning and said, "Lieutenant General Zuo Bao hasn't replied yet. If we send the supplies to the North China battlefield at this time, what if they don't acknowledge it and turn around and ask me for supplies again?"
"I'll give him my head? Besides, the 33rd Division suffered heavy losses and needs to stay in Anyi to replenish troops and supplies."
"Mr. Higashino, please tell Commander Tada that the Joint Transportation Department has not received any orders from the higher-ups to move supplies. Please ask the North China Front Army to wait for a while until they receive clear instructions from above."
Higashino Oki hesitated for a moment and said hesitantly: "Minister, this is not a good idea..."
Chen Yang put down the telegram, looked up at Dongye Damu and said, "Does Dongye-kun have any opinions? It doesn't matter, you can speak out generously."
Higashino Daiki was shocked for no reason and quickly shook his head and said, "No, of course not. I'll reply right away."
Qingqi Qingyin could only sigh when he saw this.
The fact that Commander Tada asked Chief of Staff Shimizu to come to Shanghai to complain made Minister Chen angry.
Originally, the supply from North China was delivered in a timely manner, but now, Minister Chen is blocking other people's supplies with various reasons.
The massive raid some time ago had already humiliated the North China Front Army. Now, with Commander Wei's absence, they finally had the opportunity to attack Zhongtiao Mountain, but they did not have enough troops.
If this opportunity is wasted...
Qingqi Qingyin couldn't help but persuade him: "Mr. Chen, you don't need to be so hostile to Commander Tada."
"He has just been awarded a rank in his native land. He is now a general. Even if he goes to Shanghai, he will be on par with Commander Nishio..."
"Puchi." Chen Yang couldn't help laughing.
"Qingqi-kun, do you really not know or are you pretending not to know?"
"Do you think Commander Tada was promoted to the rank of general because of his merits?"
"He has turned North China into this state. How can he be said to have made any achievements?"
"Besides, don't you know that when he designed the anti-counterrevolutionary plan two years ago, he publicly accused Commander Tojo of not fulfilling his responsibilities?"
"Commander Tojo is very stingy. Do you think that after he becomes the Minister of War, he will still forgive the past and generously recommend Commander Tada for promotion?"
"You still don't understand officialdom..."
Qingqi Qingyin asked doubtfully: "No matter what, it is a fact that Commander Tada was promoted. What else can be wrong with this?"
"It's a huge problem." Chen Yang said calmly, "How many officials are straightforward?"
"Everyone is circling left and right. Commander Tojo is very good at this."
"I know you are an expert in intelligence work, but you still need to learn more about being an official, Qingqi-kun. Once you understand what is an open promotion and a hidden demotion, and an open demotion and a hidden promotion, then come and discuss this with me."
"Hehe," Qingqi Qingyin laughed awkwardly twice. Before he could say anything, the phone on Chen Yang's desk rang.
Chen Yang made an apologetic gesture and picked up the phone. Fluent English was spoken on the other end.
"Minister Chen, do you have time to come over for coffee?"
"I think I have some idea about what you asked me to inquire about last time."
What about the ships docked at Pearl Harbor?
Chen Yang said in a gentle voice: "Sir Carl, is there anything you can't say on the phone? No one dares to monitor my dedicated line..."
Sir Carl laughed and said, "Minister Chen, you'd better come over. It just so happens that Mr. Madison's wife, Ms. Fiona, also wants to meet you."
"She is a good friend of Mr. George."
Chen Yang was stunned for a moment, "Ms. Fiona, I'm not interested, but Mr. Madison, hum, I was looking for him."
"When will his oil be delivered..."
Three chapters completed. It was a bit brain-consuming in the middle, especially as the New Year is coming. I feel that I don't have enough time every day. If you have any suggestions, please give them. There is no need for those sarcastic comments. As usual, I ask for some money from you....