Agents of the Republic of China

Nanjing deserves to be called the "stove". Although the weather is only in April, even if you sit by the window of the restaurant by Xuanwu Lake, you still can't feel the wind. Damp smell.There were two fans in the room, but the hot and humid feeling did not subside, on the contrary, the buzzing sound made people feel more irritated.

The five people in the private room also let go of their so-called official airs, took off their suits and coats one by one, unbuttoned their collars, and rolled up their sleeves, but they still couldn't stop everyone Sweat profusely.

Ma Qiwen took out his handkerchief and wiped his sweat, "This damn weather, it's not summer yet, yet it's so hot, it's killing people!"

Lin Xiaotang on the side sighed and said: "If you want to say that the dignitaries and nobles in Jinling knew how to enjoy themselves, they dug a small stream in their living room, used the wind to drive the water flow, set up a few special plantain fans, and placed a few in the house. Ice basin. In midsummer, there is a cold wind blowing in the house, that is the highest enjoyment in the world!"

Ma Qixiang, Yan Xiaoyi and the middle-aged man named Xiao Yicheng nodded their heads in agreement.

Today, Lin Xiaotang came to the banquet at the invitation of Ma Qiwen, only to find that Yan Xiaoyi, who had clashed with him at the ball earlier, and this middle-aged man named Xiao Yicheng were sitting in the private room impressively.

Yan Xiaoyi saw Lin Xiaotang with inexplicable embarrassment on his face, but he was very respectful, and his speech and behavior were extremely polite.Lin Xiaotang didn't know what Ma Qiwen's intention was, but he didn't reach out to hit the smiling man, so he sat down in confusion.

It wasn't until Yan Xiaoyi solemnly toasted and apologized to Lin Xiaotang after picking up the first glass of wine under Ma Qiwen's gesture, that Lin Xiaotang suddenly realized that this was Ma Qiwen's "hetou wine".

Ma Qiwen explained to Lin Xiaotang that Yan Xiaoyi and him were originally classmates in college, and now they are working together in the Nanjing government. He failed to resolve the conflict between him and Lin Xiaotang in time.Although Yan Xiaoyi was reckless, he was not stupid. After inquiring about Longsheng's background, he heard that Ma Qiwen had a relationship with Lin Xiaotang, so he immediately begged Ma Qiwen.

As for that Xiao Yicheng, Lin Xiaotang is no stranger to him because of Yan Xiaoyi. He and Yan Xiaoyi are both deputy stationmasters of No. 76 Nanjing Station. It deserves its name and belongs to the powerful faction of Nanjing Station.But such a person, like Yan Xiaoyi, has now become a marginal figure, without any real power.The reason is that both he and Yan Xiaoyi belong to Ding Mo Village, while Tang Huimin is Li Shiqun's confidant.

This made Lin Xiaotang couldn't help but have an inexplicable expectation for today's banquet.The conflict between Li Shiqun and Ding Mocun is no secret. Although Ding Mocun is the supreme leader of No. 76 in name, everyone knows that Li Shiqun is the real owner of No. 76. For this reason, Ding Mocun is chasing the next one at all costs. The pseudo-government, which is about to officially debut in January, is competing for the throne of the minister. Only when he gets this position can he truly control the sharp knife No. 79.

At this time, what is the meaning of the sudden appearance of two generals under Ding Mocun by his side?

The banquet had just started, and everyone was unavoidably polite, so they only talked about love affairs and not about state affairs. Lin Xiaotang and Yan Xiaoyi exchanged glasses and drank several glasses, and the two of them became harmonious, and they didn't know each other for a while. a feeling of.

As soon as the weather was hot, Xiao Yicheng went on to say: "I heard that the United States has developed a device that can keep the temperature at a certain level. Even if it is hot outside, the indoors are like spring all year round, cool and pleasant. ah!"

Ma Qixiang and Yan Xiaoyi's eyes widened, apparently in disbelief.

Lin Xiaotang smiled and nodded, "Brother Xiao is really well-informed! That's right, this kind of equipment is called an air conditioner by Americans, which means air conditioning. After turning it on, the air will become extremely cool in a short time. It is said that the United States has installed this kind of equipment in movie theaters, large stores, casinos and indoor stadiums, and the results are very popular!"

Yan Xiaoyi wiped his sweat with a wet towel, and said enviously, "Really? When will we be able to use it, that's really enjoyment!"

Lin Xiaotang and Ma Qiwen smiled at each other.Ma Qiwen pointed to Yan Xiaoyi and said, "You are blessed. You can provoke our God of Wealth even if you are jealous and fight. In two months, the equipment called air conditioner that Boss Lin ordered in the United States will be shipped back. You are not there yet. Toast to Boss Lin, when the time comes, let him put a set in your station too!"

Xiao Yicheng and Yan Xiaoyi immediately looked at Lin Xiaotang in surprise, but held up the wine glasses in their hands, saying that they wanted to toast again, and ordered a set of new products introduced by Lin Xiaotang by the way.

In fact, for Lin Xiaotang, in this era, relying on the rich knowledge left by ghosts, he does not have to worry about money. Not to mention the advanced technology invented by later generations, just the improvement technology of grain varieties is He holds a golden mountain in his hand.

However, how can there be so much time? The promotion of the improvement of grain varieties requires the full cooperation of the government and farmers. Not to mention that he is now in the enemy-occupied area, even in the Kuomintang-controlled area, Lin Xiaotang has no confidence in promoting these new technologies. Perhaps, it has found a new way for those corrupt officials to make a fortune, or these new technologies will become a disaster for Lin Xiaotang. The so-called "every man is innocent but he is guilty", at that time, I am afraid that he will be criticized by everyone.

Therefore, Lin Xiaotang actively inquired about foreign advanced technologies through channels, hoping to provide references for him to better use the wealth of ghosts. After all, the production and use of new technologies requires the overall improvement of the country's production force and industrial base as a development platform. Yes, without any seemingly small parts, new technologies and new products are meaningless waste products.

In this kind of search, Lin Xiaotang took a fancy to the air-conditioning products produced by the American Carrier Company.There are two reasons. First, the use of domestic air conditioners is basically blank; second, the core technology can be realized with reference to the current domestic production level. With the knowledge of air conditioners left by the ghost, Lin Xiaotang has full confidence in the existing products Make a successful makeover.

To this end, he recruited some workers, bought a small factory in Shanghai, ordered a complete set of production equipment, and hired foreign experts to teach related technologies on site in China. This alone cost half of Lin Xiaotang's current assets. .At the same time, this factory can also modify weapons according to Lin Xiaotang's requirements. For example, when dealing with Zhang Xiaolin last time, Lin Xiaotang "invented" pistol suppressors and long gun suppressors, especially long gun suppressors. Japan is not equipped yet.

There is a sentence in Ghost's memory that Lin Xiaotang deeply believes in, that is, "Science and technology are the primary productive forces!"

Xiao Yicheng glanced at Lin Xiaotang meaningfully, and then complimented him: "Boss Lin is indeed a genius in the business world. Once this air conditioner goes on the market in midsummer, the common people and high-ranking officials in the entire city of Nanjing will probably be crazy about it. Already!"

Lin Xiaotang smiled and said modestly: "Brother Xiao was joking. In fact, the current air conditioners are only used in large buildings. The real household type may not be available until some time later. For no other reason, it is just the current power supply situation in Nanjing. , and cannot guarantee the use of household air conditioners!"

Xiao Yicheng suddenly realized, and sighed that he was taught.

And Yan Xiaoyi seemed to be a little impatient at this time, he stopped the unrevealed conversation between several people, coupled with the increasingly hot and humid air in the room, he finally couldn't help it, coughed a few times, and opened his mouth, " Well, today, on the one hand, I want to apologize to Boss Lin, and on the other hand, I have an unfeeling request, and I want to ask Boss Lin for a little favor."

As soon as these words came out, Ma Qiwen and Xiao Yicheng felt a little uneasy, and they stared at Yan Xiaoyi together.

Lin Xiaotang, on the other hand, laughed, "Brother Yan's temper really suits my appetite. It's fine to let go of those misunderstandings before, but now he's his own brother, so why hide anything, Brother Xiao, Brother Ma, you guys Say it?"

Xiao Yicheng didn't expect that Yan Xiaoyi's words would have such a good effect, so he hurriedly borrowed the pole to climb up, and took the opportunity to reveal the real intention of his trip.

It turned out that they wanted to use Lin Xiaotang and Ma Qixiang's gang influence to help them inquire about some news.

Lin Xiaotang was taken aback for a moment, he didn't expect to call number 76 and ask him for news.

Xiao Yicheng smiled wryly, "Brother Lin, you have a very close relationship with Director Ma, so I will not hide the truth. Director Ding single-handedly promoted Lao Yan and I. This time Tang Huimin smashed the President's Nanjing Station single-handedly. Only seven or eight people above the captain level were arrested. But Lao Yan and I didn’t even touch a single edge, which made Director Ding extremely dissatisfied. Now there is an excellent opportunity, the military commander who was captured before offered A piece of information, Director Ding handed over this job to our brothers, but you also know that the staff in the station are all in the hands of Tang Huimin. That's why our brothers thought of it... ".

Only then did Lin Xiaotang understand what the two of them meant. He thought for a moment, "I don't know what the two brothers need brothers to do?"

Xiao Yicheng and Yan Xiaoyi looked at each other, a relaxed expression suddenly appeared on their faces, "It's very simple, please Boss Lin and Boss Ma please take care of the brothers at the various docks, and pay attention to the foreigners who have arrived in Nanjing within the next week. Don't worry, both of you The boss only needs to provide the list, and we will do the specific screening work. Of course, we will not let the brothers be busy, and we will definitely express it afterwards!"

Lin Xiaotang waved his hands nonchalantly, "Brother Xiao, what's the matter, the two of us can still do this little thing, but I don't know who the two brothers are looking for. You also know that tens of thousands of people come to Nanjing every day. , if everyone has to pay attention, it will be too difficult!"

Xiao Yicheng was a little embarrassed, "We don't have a specific standard for this, but there is one thing that everyone from the southwest should pay attention to!"

"Southwest, Chongqing?" Lin Xiaotang was a little puzzled

Xiao Yicheng also felt that it was really hard to explain why he was so secretive, so he simply leaned over and whispered to Lin Xiaotang, "I heard that Nanjing Station is going to be rebuilt there, and he is already on his way, we need to trouble brothers to pay attention to it." , These are the people!"