Lost and Spy

The first Philippine official to arrive at Malacañang Palace was Von Matoran, the interior minister appointed by the new government.

This person is also a close confidant of Osmina, but in terms of personal relationship and political status, Biyanes is obviously more favored.

This person also has a background of studying in the United States. He and Osmina also studied at Yale University, and the two are alumni.

In Osmina's words, they formed a deep friendship in school and will fight side by side in the future.

Osmina also had high hopes when he was sent here.

Von Matoran's task was to inspect Malacañang Palace and serve as an advance member responsible for coordinating with the United States.

MacArthur sent Levi, a civilian official, who was the coordinator of the new governments of the United States and the Philippines.

Meng Shaoyuan greeted them as the supreme commander here.

Feng Matoran and Meng Shaoyuan only exchanged simple greetings, and then they couldn't wait to check out Malacañang Palace.

Meng Shaoyuan asked Captain William to follow him on a protection mission.

Levi sat leisurely and began to enjoy his life in the Philippines.

From the first day of the Luzon Campaign, Levi was transferred from the country to the front line to assist General MacArthur in handling affairs.

Therefore, he clearly saw the cruelty of war.

"Coffee, sir."

When the orderly served coffee, Meng Shaoyuan took out a cigarette: "Smoking?"

"Ah, no, I use this."

Levi shook the pipe in his hand: "Lieutenant Colonel, I sincerely admire the heroic performance of you and the Ranger Battalion. This is the pride of the United States.

Even though I was only a civilian, I knew the significance of this war.You and the Ranger Battalion saved countless lives, and you will be awarded a medal. "

"Thank you, sir." Meng Shaoyuan knew that this was nothing more than polite words.

"Is safety guaranteed?"

Levi asked a few simple questions.

The afternoon sun shines warmly on my body.

Levi liked this feeling.

He doesn't like Filipinos.

These people are always complaining and making various demands.

They should be grateful.

If it weren't for the heroic American soldiers, they would still be huddled in God knows where, afraid to come out.

Two hours have passed.

"Why haven't you come out yet?" Levi began to complain: "Are they sleeping in there?"

Fortunately, von Matoran and his companions finally came out without waiting much longer.

"Sir, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the US military for their heroic performance and for being able to retake Malacañang Palace without any damage."

Von Matoran then said: "However, there are some areas in Malacañang that need to be cleaned up and repaired."

"Repair, time does not allow for it." Levi shrugged: "Cleaning? Yes, but we don't have the people. Should we let our brave and lovely soldiers do this job?

They have just experienced a bloody battle and they need to rest. They also need to be responsible for the security of Malacañang Palace to ensure the establishment of a new government. "Then you can only rely on yourself.

Osmina is a very detail-oriented person.

Everything must be done to perfection.

But where can I find those workers?

"Lieutenant Colonel."

Second Lieutenant Ter hurriedly walked in: "Someone started to faint."

"What's going on? Is he one of ours?" Levi immediately asked with concern.

"No, sir, Filipino."

Levi was relieved when he heard it wasn't an American soldier.

Von Matoran became concerned: "Lieutenant Colonel, can you tell me what's going on?"

"Some unpleasant things happened before. Some Filipinos tried to storm Malacañang Palace and seize our weapons and supplies."

Meng Shaoyuan introduced the situation: "When a Filipino was preparing to kill an American soldier, he was counterattacked and died unfortunately. Therefore, the remaining people organized a sit-in protest. This is already the second day."

"Are we damaged?" Levi's face looked a little ugly.

"A few soldiers were injured, but fortunately it was not serious."

At this time, Levi looked at von Matoran: "This is a shameful crime, Mr. Minister. The American soldiers used their loyalty and blood to retake Malacañang Palace, but they were attacked by thugs. This is unacceptable." Tolerated.”

Before Von Matoran could answer, one of his subordinates seemed to be a bit bloody: "Sir, the one who died was a Filipino."

"Really?" Meng Shaoyuan said coldly: "When faced with a threat, I can definitely order shooting. Who do you think is more powerful compared with those Filipinos and the Japanese army? But I didn't. Why?
Because I respect Filipinos and their lives to the greatest extent.Do you think we need to stand still and let them take away the weapons and then shoot us, take away the supplies here, and seize Malacañang Palace, causing major problems in the formation of the new government? "

The subordinate was speechless for a moment when he was asked.

Levi was satisfied.

Although Lieutenant Colonel Charles was a soldier, his answer was so powerful that these damn Filipinos could no longer quibble.

Therefore, Levi said with a gloomy face: "I think the Lieutenant Colonel not only had no problem in handling this serious incident, but also greatly demonstrated the kindness and democracy of the United States. Our soldiers have suffered serious injuries in their lives." Despite the threat, he still showed the utmost restraint, which is remarkable.

However, Mr. Minister, this time must be carefully investigated.And now that group of people are sitting outside.Waiting for the arrival of General MacArthur and Mr. Osmeña, I believe they will still carry out sabotage. "

In front of the Americans, von Matoran did not dare to argue.

Moreover, it was indeed the Filipinos who took the lead in this matter.

He asked cautiously: "Lieutenant Colonel, from violent attacks to sit-in demonstrations, I believe there must be something organized. Do you have any information?"

"Yes, my people have obtained as much information as possible." Meng Shaoyuan said with a serious expression: "After the violent attack, a Filipino named Fimino encouraged his companions to start a sit-in demonstration."

"Fimino?"

Von Matoran said immediately: "I know this man. He was a member of the opposition before the war broke out. He always caused trouble for them. He is actually still alive?"

Levi didn't care who this person was: "Mr. Minister, if you don't want to make this trouble bigger, then I suggest you persuade your compatriots to leave here.

Otherwise, I have to ask Lieutenant Colonel Charles to drive away these troublemakers. Perhaps, even greater bloodshed will occur. "

"I try my best."

Von Matoran sighed and said: "But I can't guarantee whether those people will listen to me under the guidance and guidance of Fimino."