Beiping City, Marshal's Mansion.

After the full rescue efforts of many Chinese and foreign doctors, Shaoshuai Zhang finally woke up after being in a coma for nearly half a month.

The first thing I did when I opened my eyes was to ask how the war was going outside the Pass.

Miss Zhao Si and adjutant Chen Dazhang, who had been standing by, lowered their heads in embarrassment, not knowing how to answer.

Seeing them like this, Marshal Zhang knew something was wrong, and immediately said in a serious tone: "Dazhang, tell me quickly, what is the situation?"

"Han Qing, let me tell you." Miss Zhao Si, who was sitting beside his bed, said and winked at Chen Dazhang.

Chen Dazhang nodded in understanding, turned and left.

After Chen Dazhang left, Miss Zhao Si tactfully informed Marshal Zhang of the progress of the war outside the Pass.

Seeing that his face was pale and silent after hearing this, Miss Zhao Si was worried and hurriedly comforted her: "Han Qing, victory or defeat has been a common matter for military strategists since ancient times. Besides, the country has been restored, which is a good thing for the country and the nation. It is better than

Isn’t it better to fall into the hands of the Japanese?”

Marshal Zhang has a knot in his heart, and of course it cannot be resolved by Miss Zhao Si with just a few words.

His face was as pale as white paper, and from time to time he would open his mouth and spit out a mouthful of bright red blood.

The body lost its support like a broken chair and fell down.

Miss Zhao Si was shocked and turned pale. She hurriedly helped her and shouted urgently: "Han Qing! Han Qing! What's wrong with you?"

Seeing that Marshal Zhang fainted again, Miss Zhao Si turned around and shouted urgently: "Adjutant Chen, Adjutant Chen, come quickly..."

The young marshal's residence once again fell into panic, gloom and sadness.

At the same time, the city of Beiping outside the mansion has turned into a sea of ​​joy.

The huge city of Beiping is filled with excited people, including young students, ordinary citizens, businessmen and other people from all walks of life.

There were men and women, old and young, and they almost got carried away and took to the streets to celebrate.

Naturally, it was because Zhang Xinghan led the Northeastern Army to regain the lost territory outside the Pass, and even the Lushun Fortress, which had been seized by Japan and Russia for a long time, was successfully recaptured.

This scene of people celebrating is not only unique to Beiping City, but also to Zhangjiakou, Baoding, Cangzhou, Tianjin, Taiyuan, Jinan, Xuzhou, Luoyang, Xi'an, Nanjing, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Changsha, Chongqing and other hundreds of large and medium-sized cities.

Celebratory activities of varying scales took place in almost all cities.

The entire Liao Dynasty was restored. The whole country celebrated. Countless people held high the banners of "Long Live the New Northeast Army" and "Long Live General Zhang Xinghan" and took to the streets, shouting with emotion.

Some patriots with a strong sense of justice even cried excitedly. Since the Manchu Qing Dynasty, China has been weak and has been repeatedly invaded and humiliated by foreign enemies. Everything outside the customs has been liberated.

It really enhanced China's national prestige and let out a strong sigh of relief.

Somewhat similar to the scene in Peiping City, the major streets in Nanjing City were crowded with people taking to the streets to celebrate.

Sitting in the office of Duke Jiang's official residence, Chairman Chiang could almost hear the shouts of the people outside.

This is because Jiang Gong's residence has long been surrounded by guards on three levels and three levels outside.

Chairman Chiang frowned and seemed a little displeased. Dai Li, who was standing beside him, observed his words and said: "Commissioner, the people of this capital are too presumptuous to gather people on such a large scale. Should we mobilize the military police and

The city defense troops dispersed them to prevent an accident?"

Chairman Chiang stood up and walked to the window, looked outside and pondered for a while, turned around and sighed: "I'm afraid this situation is not unique to Nanjing, right?"

Dai Li hurriedly lowered his head: "Yes, according to intelligence, large and medium-sized cities including Shanghai, Pingjin, Hangzhou and other large and medium-sized cities are staging rallies of varying sizes to celebrate."

"The recovery of everything outside the Pass is indeed a rare happy event. Forget it, let's just let the countrymen cheer happily this time." Chairman Chiang seemed to be saying to himself.

Dai Li immediately said anxiously: "But, with the appointment, won't Zhang Xinghan's reputation rise to a point where there is nothing to add to it?"

Although Dai Li did not explain the rest of the story, it was immediately clear who Mr. Jiang was.

"Popular sentiment is a double-edged sword, if we forcibly disperse and suppress the celebrating people.

That would be counterproductive, and it might be advantageous to others.

Instead of doing this, it is better to follow the current and let the people understand that the Northeast New Army is the border defense force of the National Government, and Zhang Xinghan is also a general of the Chinese National Revolutionary Army." Jiang Gong said meaningfully.

Dai Li tasted the product carefully and suddenly realized, in his heart, a commission is a commission, it is indeed extraordinary.

In this way, it not only wins the hearts and minds of the people, but also increases the people's recognition and favor of the Nanjing National Government by leveraging the achievements of the Northeastern New Army.

Being able to control and win over Zhang Xinghan and his new Northeastern army is not unskilled.

"The principal is wise, and Yunong admires him greatly. Dai Li quickly bowed his head and flattered him.

Mr. Jiang smiled slightly and said to Wang Shihe, the captain of the guard at the side: "Shihe, imitate electricity."

Wang Shihe quickly took out his pen and notebook and got ready respectfully.

"In the battle of Southern Manchuria, we have all learned that we can achieve full success because of the good command of the Xinghan Dynasty. The officers and soldiers of the three armies fought for their lives. I am very worried.

Zhang Xinghan is hereby appointed as the new commander-in-chief of the border defense of the three northeastern provinces, with the military rank promoted to the second-level general. Jiang Baili is appointed as the chief of general staff, with the military rank of army lieutenant general and general. All officers and soldiers under his command will be officially reorganized into the Northeast Frontier Defense Force of the Republic of China, at all levels.

The official designation of the unit will be issued by the Ministry of Military Affairs later.

I hope that brothers and others will continue to carry forward the spirit of sacrificing their lives to serve the country and make new contributions to the party, the country, and the nation."

……………………

In Dalian City, the war situation in Northern Manchuria was urgent. Zhang Xinghan only gave the main forces one day to rest before ordering them to assemble urgently and prepare to go north for reinforcements.

After careful discussion with Jiang Baili and others, Zhang Xinghan decided to leave the 3rd and 4th Independent Divisions to guard the Liaodong Peninsula and Jinzhou.

At the same time, the two divisions were granted the power to independently recruit new soldiers and form police and gendarmerie units to assist in local management.

The troops were assembled, and Zhang Xinghan, accompanied by Jiang Baili and others, climbed onto the high platform.

Be prepared to give a pre-departure mobilization and speech.

"Brothers, we won a great victory in the Battle of Southern Manchuria and completely recovered all the lost territory in our three northeastern provinces.

I know that the officers and soldiers of all units are very tired, and I really want you to rest.

However, Lao Maozi refused to let us get what we wanted. Taking advantage of the fact that our main force was moving south, he assembled a heavy army to invade our territory in northern Manchuria again.

They invaded our land and burned our houses. They killed my comrade-in-arms Pao Ze, his wife, sons and daughters. Their behavior was no different from that of the Japanese.

As a soldier, especially a Northeastern soldier, how can we just sit back and do nothing to help?" Zhang Xing's Chinese characters are loud and resounding.

Chief of Staff Jiang Baili raised his arms at the right time and shouted: "Expel the Tartars and protect our country!"

"Drive out the Tartars and protect your country!"

"Expel the Tartars and protect our country!"

"Expel the Tartars and protect our country!"

Tens of thousands of new Northeastern officers and soldiers present raised their guns in response, and their voices were uniform and loud, deafening and exciting.

Not long after, seeing that the goal had been achieved, Zhang Xinghan waved his hand and ordered the troops to set off one after another.

The troops need to march thousands of miles, but Zhang Xinghan can reach Northern Manchuria in just a few hours by plane.

Therefore, he did not rush to set off, but returned to the headquarters with Jiang Baili and others.

"Chief of Staff, I will go back to Northern Manchuria to command the fight against the Soviet army. I will leave it to you to deal with the aftermath of the Southern Manchuria area." Zhang Xinghan said to Jiang Baili.

"Commander, please rest assured, Baili will definitely live up to his trust." Jiang Baili said.

"Oh, by the way, Chief of Staff, you said before that there is a shortage of food right now, food prices are soaring, and people's daily lives have been affected by the war." Zhang Xinghan paused and said: "Right now, I have a solution that is not a solution.

To temporarily alleviate this food crisis and maintain stability in southern Manchuria."

"I wonder if the boss has any good ideas?" Jiang Baili asked curiously.

Zhang Xinghan pointed to the map and said: "Cross the Yalu River. Money and food can be taken from the Korean Peninsula."

"What do you mean, Commander?" Jiang Baili was a little surprised.

"The main force of the Japanese Kwantung Army was basically wiped out by us. As far as I know, its remaining troops on the Korean Peninsula are only about one division. It is obviously unrealistic for one division to hold a Korean Peninsula.

In fact, we are continuing to rest and recuperate at the moment, so I don't mean to send troops to seize the Korean Peninsula.

The chief of staff only needs to send one or two armored troops deep into the peninsula and collect more money and food. Anyway, if we don't take the money and food, it will be an advantage for Japan.

As for the life and death of other people on the peninsula, that is not something we need to worry about.

Your main focus should be on seizing the time to rest and recruiting new soldiers, in case the Japanese are determined to invade again. Although this may be very small, we cannot fail to guard against it.

As for the use of troops on the Korean Peninsula and other places, we can make plans after we have defeated the old Maozi, stabilized the border defense, and expanded our strength again." Zhang Xinghan explained in detail.

Jiang Baili nodded after hearing this: "Baili understands. In addition, I think we can also buy a lot of grain from within the customs to ease the food shortage outside the customs."

"Well, you can have this." Zhang Xinghan knew that he was really not short of money now, but he was short of food, especially hard currency that was comparable to gold during the war.

At this time, Guo Zhong walked in excitedly, holding a message in his left hand.

He saluted Zhang Xinghan and Jiang Baili with his right hand and said: "Commander, Chief of Staff, a call from Nanjing."

"Oh?" Zhang Xinghan and Jiang Baili looked at each other, then waved their hands to Guo Zhong and said, "Read it quickly and see what commendation telegram Chairman Jiang has sent us."

Guo Zhong immediately took the telegram in both hands and read it quickly.

After Zhang Xinghan and Jiang Baili heard this, they looked at each other and smiled, thinking: Chairman Chiang is indeed a good player in politics, but he has also given him a lot of substantial benefits.

"Chief of Staff, please report the strength and other information of our Northeast Border Guard Force as soon as possible. Remember to report more so that we can request more numbers."
To be continued...