The true biography of Yaqiao, the first chivalrous king of the Republic of China

Chapter 54

On May 1932, 5, under the mediation of Britain, the United States, France, Italy and other countries, China and Japan signed the "Songhu Armistice Agreement", which was humiliating and humiliating.The Japanese army returned to the pre-war defense area (North and Eastern areas of the Shanghai Public Concession and its cross-border road construction area), and the Chinese army temporarily stayed in the current station (Anting Town on the Shanghai-Nanjing Railway to Hupu Line by the Yangtze River), and the warring area was designated as a non-armed area , Chinese troops shall not be stationed in the area from Shanghai to Suzhou and Kunshan.Chiang Kai-shek ordered that the three divisions of the 5th Route Army be transferred to Anhui, Hubei, and Jiangxi to participate in the civil war. His attempt to dismember the [-]th Route Army was met with strong opposition; The troops went to Fujian to participate in the encirclement and suppression of the Jiangxi Red Army, hoping to use the hands of the Red Army to abolish this "disobedient" army.

Through the "January [-]th" War, Japan achieved the dual goals of piecing together the puppet Manchukuo and forcing the Nanjing Nationalist Government to submit.

In June, as soon as the situation stabilized, Chiang Kai-shek immediately held a "bandit suppression" meeting in Jiangxi, Hunan, Hubei, Anhui, and Henan provinces in Lushan, and decided to adopt the principle of "three divisions in military affairs and seven divisions in politics" to determine the fourth "encirclement and suppression campaign". "The strategy of the Red Army: First, concentrate its forces to "encircle and suppress" the Red Army in Hubei, Henan, Anhui, and western Hunan and Hubei, and eliminate the hidden dangers in the capital Nanjing; then, attack the central Soviet area of ​​Fujian and Jiangxi with all its strength, focus on attacking, and "encircle and suppress" in different areas to completely eliminate it" Communist bandits".In the "Electric Order" written by Hu Zongnan, Xu Tingyao, Wang Jun, and Zeng Wanzhong who were fighting in western Anhui, Chiang Kai-shek ordered:
"It is now decided that the 12st, [-]th, [-]th, and No. [-] divisions will advance to the lines of Huoqiu, Zhengyang, Liu'an, and Huoshan at the same time, and they will definitely occupy the west bank of the Pi River before the [-]th (twentieth) day of this month. In the area, all front-line troops are temporarily under the command of the third army commander Wang Jun."

Since graduating from Whampoa, Hu Zong fought east and west, fought south and north, and made illustrious military exploits, which was highly valued by Chiang Kai-shek. In May 1927, he was awarded the rank of major general of the army, served as the deputy commander of the first division, and became the first general among the students of the Whampoa Department; on January 5, 1931, Hu Zongnan, who was only 1 years old, was promoted to lieutenant general of the army.

On February 1932, 2, shortly after Chiang Kai-shek came back, he held a meeting on Zhongshan East Road, Nanjing, and announced the establishment of the "Three People's Principles Practicing Society". Practicing Philosophy".It consists of four departments: organization, propaganda, training, and secret agents.Hu Zongnan, He Zhonghan, Kang Ze, Deng Wenyi, Dai Li, Gui Yongqing and other backbones are known as the "Thirteen Taibao". On April 28, Chiang Kai-shek named Dai Li as the head of the Secret Service. The headquarters was located in Nanjing Xufu Lane (abbreviated as No. 4), and his private office and residence were at No. 1 Ji'e Lane. In September, the "Bureau of Investigation and Statistics of the Military Commission" (BIS, referred to as the Bureau of Military Statistics) was established. In 53, the Military Control Bureau was formally organized, with He Yaozu as the director and Dai Li presiding over the work as the deputy director.The annual military reunification day, Dai Li decides, has always been held on April 9st.

As the saying goes, ambition is accompanied by a long official position. In the 1930s, Hu Zongnan, a youthful young man, began to establish his own organizational system and became the leader of the "Young and Strong Group" of the Whampoa Clan.At that time, he was leading an army to "suppress bandits" in the mountainous area of ​​western Anhui.He fell in love with the throne of the chairman of the Anhui Provincial Government because of his proximity to the water.

From the perspective of geopolitics, Anhui is located in the Central Plains, which is the boundary and fusion zone of nature and culture between the north and the south of China. The north of the Huaihe River belongs to the Qilu cultural circle in the north. He said that the folk customs are strong, the products are rich, and there are many factions. It can be called the "little United Nations" of the mainland's political culture, economy and society.To govern the country, Anhui should be governed first. If Anhui can be governed well, then governing the whole country will be like "cooking fresh food".The decisive battles that determined the political fate of the North and the South in Chinese history, such as the Battle of Feishui, the Battle of Gaixia, and the Battle of Huaihai, all took place in Anhui.Moreover, during the period of the Republic of China, the Kuomintang established Nanjing as its capital, and Anhui was adjacent to it, which became the focus of competition among various political forces.

However, Hu Zongnan is very smart.He knew that since the Republic of China, the chairmanship of the Anhui Provincial Government (including the governor and the governor) has never been firmly held. The elders were one or two years old, and the shortest were a few months. Pack up and leave. In 7 years, 21 positions have been changed. It is like a "revolving lantern". The reason is that Anhui people hold together and are difficult to manage.What should I do?He approached Dai Li and Hu Bao as a secret businessman.Dai Li, who sees all directions, listens to all directions, and has his hands and eyes open to the sky, thought for a while and said: "Only by relying on Brother Nine's appeal and using Anhui to govern Anhui is the best policy. Over the years, due to the chaos of war, the brothers have gone their separate ways and contacted each other. Not many, but Brother Nine is the most loyal. He will never forget the friendship between brothers. Although he is in the arena now, he has no position and no power, but he is the representative of the public opinion of Anhui people. He wants to praise You, you can sit firmly; if he wants to turn his face, you can fall at any time."

That day, Hu Zongnan, accompanied by Hu Baoyi, visited Chang Hengfang's house.After more than 20 minutes, Wang Yaqiao came to the appointment.After being separated for many years, the three brothers reunited, shaking hands and hugging again, and they were extremely affectionate.

"I really didn't expect that Shoushan became a lieutenant general of the National Army, and he still misses his old love. It's rare!" Wang Yaqiao said.

"Where, where. Zongnan is not talented. Thanks to the teaching and support of his elder brother, he is today. The kindness of a drop of water should be repaid!" Hu Zongnan cupped his hands and said earnestly.

"Bao Yi has also gained weight. Good, good. I am very happy that the brothers have all gained weight. I will be the host tonight, so please gather and celebrate!"

"You don't need to worry about this. Brother Shoushan has already booked Shanghai Jinjiang Hotel, and the car is ready. Please Mr. Chang and Brother Wang go now. Let's chat while eating." Hu Baoyi said.

Chang Hengfang said: "In times of war and chaos, it is not easy for you brothers to meet each other. You have a lot to talk about. It just so happens that I still have some chores at home, so I won't go this time."

"Old Mr. Chang, you are a revolutionary elder. On such an occasion, we will have face if you come to us. Go, you must go." Hu Zongnan persuaded with a smile.

"Hey, if Brother Chunfeng is here, it would be so interesting for the four men to reunite." Wang Yaqiao said with emotion.

"Brother, you may not know something," Hu Baoyi explained, "Dai Chunfeng is not the same Dai Chunfeng back then. His current name is Dai Li, and he has become a trusted confidant of Chairman Jiang, specializing in intelligence and security. .”

"Ah," Wang Yaqiao felt as if a needle had been stabbed in his heart, "ah, is that so, Shoushan?" He quickly covered it up, and turned his face to Hu Zongnan.

Hu Zongnan nodded and said: "Before leaving, Chunfeng asked me to send a message, and I am not free with the official. Please don't blame him. He is too busy at this time. He can't come this time. Wait for a time, and he will make a special visit. Let the four Bian Shan brothers have a good reunion, and he will plead guilty to the eldest brother face to face."

That night, everyone had a cup of reminiscence, talking and laughing happily.

A week later, Hu Zongnan commissioned Hu Baoyi to send a thick envelope to the Chang Mansion, asking Chang Hengfang to pass it on to Wang Yaqiao.Later, Wang Yaqiao came to Chang's mansion and opened the envelope in front of Chang Hengfang. Inside was 3000 yuan and a letter written by Hu Zongnan.What Hu Zongnan meant was that he discussed with Dai Li that Anhui is located in the Central Plains, straddles the Yangtze River and Huaihe River, and is adjacent to the capital. Its strategic position is very important.Now, the post of chairman of the Anhui Provincial Government has been vacant for many days, and Hu Zongnan is more suitable.Of course, the nominal chairman is Hu Zongnan, but "candidates for the two departments of civil affairs and finance and the provincial government shall be recommended by Brother Wang." The four brothers of Bian Shan "cooperated to govern Anhui" and shared the worries of Commander-in-Chief Jiang. Why not do it?
Facing the hydrangea thrown by Hu Zongnan, should you pick it up or not?Wang Yaqiao was a little hesitant.

The next day, it was still in Changfu, outside the window, it was covered with snow; inside, it was warm.Bai Wenwei, Xu Shiying, Li Guofeng, Hong Yaodou, Guan Yunong, Li Cishan and Zheng Baozhen sat around the fire and talked freely.Xu Shiying, Li Guofeng, Guan Yunong, and Li Cishan believed that it was a rare opportunity to cooperate with Hu Zongnan to realize the rule of Anhui by the people of Anhui, and they should do their part; Hu Zong went south, but it was Chiang Kai-shek's order behind the scenes, in the name of brotherhood, to buy Brother Nine in disguise.

The two opinions are tit for tat and difficult to reconcile.

Bai Wenwei sat silently, drinking tea frequently, without saying a word.

Everyone was blushing and had nothing to say, and all of them involuntarily focused their attention on Bai Wenwei.

Bai Wenwei pretended not to pay attention, but still drank tea frequently and sat silently.

"Lie Wu, what do you think should be done?" Chang Hengfang urged.

"This matter, everyone's point of view is different, and they all make sense. It's inconvenient for me to stand in the middle and make judgments." Bai Wenwei said calmly, "Since Brother Yaqiao trusts you fellow villagers, you also know everything Let me tell you the truth. Brother Yaqiao should make the final decision."

"Brother Bai, what's your opinion?" Wang Yaqiao asked sincerely.

"My opinion on this matter is that it is a good thing, and the timing is not ripe. Because Hu Zongnan and Dai Li are now Chiang Kai-shek's cronies. This scene is actually a 'double spring'." Bai Wenwei saw Wang Yaqiao bowing his head in thought , paused, and said earnestly, "Over the years, I have known Lao Jiang better. His way of employing people is to follow Jiang to prosper, and to go against Jiang to perish; use time to move forward, don't stay behind, and use up to cross the river and tear down the bridge. Said, during the "January? [-]th" Songhu Anti-Japanese War, the [-]th Route Army must overcome the attack, and the defense must be strong, which greatly destroyed the prestige of the little Japan and greatly increased the ambition of the Chinese people. Not only did they transfer the [-]th Route Army to Fujian to 'suppress bandits', but they also dismissed the founder of the [-]th Route Army, Chen Mingshu, and forced him to go abroad for investigation. Lesson, isn't the lesson profound?"

After hearing this, Wang Yaqiao stood up and expressed his deep gratitude to the fellow villagers for their suggestions. Finally, he said that he would dispel illusions and no longer hope to find an official position under the command of "Caotou Jiang".He also had to reply a letter to Hu Zongnan, politely declining his kindness, and refunding the gift money of 3000 yuan.

"That's good! That's good! I said that Lao Jiu is not Song Jiang. He can recruit if he wants to. As for the 3000 yuan gift, in my opinion, there is no need to return it. He is the younger brother and has a lot of money. He sent it here. If you go back again, it's the same as hitting someone in the face. Bow your head and don't look up. Will you brothers see each other again in the future?" Bai Wenwei persuaded.

A few days later, Wang Yaqiao forwarded a letter to Hu Zongnan.The reply wrote:
Thanks for the book.With one step, Chen Shi, Anhui and Jiangxi, are hard to disobey. If you want to move the army and take over the government, it is not the right time to pass it with stupidity.

There are many changes and disputes in Er's coming to Anhui, so please don't fall into suspicion.Although Wang Mou's affairs in Anhui have been discussed, it is still a friendship in his hometown and has nothing to do with the overall situation.Today's foreign aggression is pressing, the country is right and wrong, like the east pointing, changing the internal to the external, when it is useful to me, I would like to be a pioneer.

With only one heart, I only know how to save the country.With the body of Kusano, what can he hope for?

Wang Yaqiao

(End of this chapter)