Age of Rebirth

Compared with MacArthur, who was arrogant, cunning, and looked down on the Chinese from the bottom of his heart, Stilwell was a more upright American general, not only because in history, Stilwell had helped the Chinese Expeditionary Force more sincerely, It was also because Tang Qiuli knew him well during the several contacts.

Tang Qiuli believed that many of the conspiracies and tricks from the Americans and the tricks behind the scenes were not from Stilwell's hands, nor was he willing. In terms of interests, one would never give up one's position and turn to help one's own. This was the fundamental difference. From this point of view, Tang Qiuli and Stilwell were destined not to be true friends.

It can only be a partner that uses each other. Even at certain times, when Stilwell decides the strategy of the Americans, it is not even a partnership. It can only be a chess piece that can be used. For example, now, MacArthur wants to take As the gunman himself, why not use Stilwell's opportunity to come to Yangon this time to paralyze the Americans and buy plenty of time for the Japanese to prepare for the war.

As long as Yu Deshui's bomb is sent to Emperor Hirohito, it will be difficult for the Japanese not to do it, and the weapons and equipment of the five divisions should be worth a lot of money. American products are still good. Regarding this, Tang Qiu Li has no burden in his heart at all, it's all a relationship of mutual use, it depends on whose method is better, and when the time comes, even if the Americans don't beg him to send troops, he has no intention of stopping at the Malay Peninsula.

Stilwell's character was indeed as Tang Qiuli expected, and he couldn't hide his words in his heart. The Tiger Shark Action Plan, which was researched with Commander MacArthur on the sickbed, had to be activated. Americans can't afford to wait and dare not wait! [

Stilwell couldn't forget General MacArthur on the sick bed, he was haggard and sick, and Stilwell knew it better.All of this is thanks to the Chinese Tang Qiuli, who drove 10,000+ wounded Japanese soldiers like hungry wolves to the United States and Singapore.His troops suddenly stopped in Kuala Lumpur, leaving behind such a big hidden danger. For Americans, it is different from a pack of hungry wolves squatting in front of their house, ready to pounce on them at any time.

Originally, according to Stilwell's vision.The Tiger Shark Action Plan was first initiated by the U.S. military. Tang Qiuli had no reason to leave when the U.S. military moved. Moreover, Stilwell was very sure that the 10,000+ U.S. soldiers who were recharging their energy and energy would be defeated by the Chinese. The 10,000+ remnants of the Japanese army were defeated.There is still a great chance of winning.

The most important thing is that the U.S. military launches a campaign, whether it is in the course of the campaign or morally.It is reasonable to say that this shows a posture. As long as Tang Qiuli's troops move south, they will face the situation of a north-south pincer attack on the retreating Japanese troops in Singapore. This is an unprecedented favorable form for the Americans. Tang Qiuli's relationship can also solve the Japanese problem once and for all.

To Stilwell's great disappointment, MacArthur was lying on the sickbed.He was even more stubborn than when he was healthy. He never gave up the idea of ​​using the Chinese to take the lead and the Americans to enjoy the benefits.

I still clearly remember the content of the telegram. "In view of the fact that the current situation in Europe has reached the most critical moment, the Germans have always maintained a high intensity of attack on the United Kingdom. Most of the energy of the United States is devoted to the European battlefield. This is also the national strategy of the United States. The military power in Southeast Asia and the South Pacific region should not be used in large-scale attrition operations, but should use all the forces in the region to form a situation of encirclement and annihilation of the Japanese army. The region maintains a strong deterrent to ensure that U.S. interests do not suffer any loss."

For such a telegram, Stilwell could only smile wryly. He really couldn't understand why those gentlemen in Washington, thousands of miles away, would issue such an order. It was too self-righteous and taken for granted. Power, that can only be used by the independent division of the Chinese Tang Qiuli.

However, based on Tang Qiuli's previous performance, and his understanding of him through several contacts, can this person easily submit and be used by the United States?Even if the Joint Chiefs of Staff doesn't understand the actual situation, MacArthur, who sits here, has been in Southeast Asia and the South Pacific region for many years, and he has also learned how powerful Tang Qiuli is, so he can't be so confused, right?

However, the telegram from the Joint Chiefs of Staff just proved that MacArthur was a fool and a self-righteous old fellow. Such a big face?Probably, this four-star general forgot that he vomited blood and got sick. Whose masterpiece was it?

For such a plan, Stilwell had no interest at all, but the order of the Joint Chiefs of Staff cannot be refused to be executed. Under the instruction of MacArthur, who was lying in the hospital, a copy of the Allied China and Southeast Asia Theater Headquarters was hung. As for the hat, the tiger shark operation plan against the Japanese army in Singapore has just been released. What Stilwell can do is to win five divisions of American equipment for Tang Qiuli.

For this, MacArthur strongly agrees, and he also understands that there is no such thing as a waste of effort in the world, not to mention that this is a heavyweight bargaining chip to convince Tang Qiuli to send troops. There is no confidence at all in the plan of being cannon fodder. Coming to Yangon is just to do one's duty as an American and do his best.

On the way here, Stilwell felt uneasy, for fear that Tang Qiuli would disappear and avoid seeing him. Didn't the British General Alexander fall into this hand when he faced the crazy Japanese attack and was at the end of his rope?This is what Stilwell later figured out.

Now, Tang Qiuli is finally willing to show up. It is a good thing for him. Stilwell suppressed his complicated emotions. The harvest of the purpose is becoming more and more elusive.

After Stilwell was seated, he went straight to the topic without any nonsense, "General Tang, thank you very much for entertaining me in such an elegant place, but I am not in the mood for tea. I believe Your Excellency General has read a battle plan, what do you think about the requirements in the plan?"

After finishing speaking, he fixed his eyes on Tang Qiuli who was sitting opposite him, the old god was there. Tang Qiuli did not answer Stilwell's question directly, but picked up the teacup, took a sip slowly, closed his eyes, and With an intoxicated face, he exclaimed: "Good tea, authentic West Lake Longjing tea, with a long aftertaste, cleansing the heart, I haven't had such a good tea for a long time!"

After a while, he opened his eyes and looked at Stilwell, who had black lines on his face and burning eyes. Tang Qiuli said in surprise, "What, General Stilwell? Doesn't this tea suit your taste? Do you need to change it?" Take a moment, it's a pity that this is a tea house with pure Chinese flavor, and there is no coffee you like, so I have to force you to do as the Romans do!"

Stilwell really wanted to leave in a huff. He had been waiting in his headquarters for three days. Tang Qiuli would not know that today, after finally seeing each other, he was talking about some bullshit tea ceremony with him. The current situation is imminent, who knows when those lunatic Japanese will do it?Even if you drink the holy water given by God to yourself, you are still unwilling to eat.

Looking at Tang Qiuli with a guilty face, Stilwell swallowed with difficulty, and said under suppressed anger: "General Tang, do you have any comments on this Tiger Shark Action Plan? If you have no comments, I will It will be reported to the Allied Army Headquarters, please follow it, and if you have any comments, please raise them in person, and you can make some changes immediately!"

Tang Qiuli thought for a moment, "What kind of bullshit Allied Army Headquarters, using big hats to suppress people, pulling tiger skins and banners, you Stilwell picked the wrong person, it's not you Americans who are behind the scenes, it's MacArthur's The old thing was concocted by one hand, if it wasn't for the Japanese to buy time to prepare for it, I wouldn't have bothered to grind my teeth with you, I simply refused to do it, and I have no time to play with you!"

Thinking this way in my heart, the lines on my face became softer and softer. After thinking for a while, I said, "About this tiger shark action plan..." Stilwell's ears froze like radar, and he was so nervous. , for fear that Tang Qiuli would spit out a sentence slowly, "You Americans attack first, and I will attack later." [

Tang Qiuli glanced at Stilwell, whose blue eyes were glowing red, and continued, "I don't have any objections, and it's completely in accordance with the plan of the Allied Army Headquarters. My independent division will take the lead in attacking the Japanese troops entrenched in Singapore! "

Stilwell felt relieved and almost collapsed. What he was waiting for was this sentence. As long as the Chinese fight first, everything will be easy to handle. In his heart, he thought it was a huge problem, and the solution was as easy as a dream, without bargaining. , This turned Stilwell's mind, regarding Tang Qiuli's inherent impression, he subconsciously stared at him and asked, "General Tang, are you telling the truth?"

As soon as the words came out, Stilwell wanted to slap himself in the mouth. Isn't this superfluous? Besides, he was still doubting Tang Qiuli's sincerity, offending people, stupid!It's not up to the standards of the Americans, just take out the battle plan and ask him to sign it directly, in black and white, at that time, even if Tang Qiuli regrets changing his mind, it will be too late.

Sure enough, Tang Qiuli frowned, and said with displeasure on his face: "Why, General Stilwell, are you doubting my sincerity? I, Tang Qiuli, will spare no effort in eradicating the Japanese. Yes, I think, Your Excellency the General knows this better than anyone else! But, I have a little request!"

(to be continued) (to be continued...)

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