Lost and Spy

Mayor Durkom could only watch everything happen.

Today was originally his catwalk, but the sudden appearance of the US military changed everything.

That damn Lieutenant Colonel Charles actually became the protagonist!

Moreover, he also put himself in a very embarrassing position.

Now, Manilans know that even what the mayor says doesn't work.

Manila, and indeed the entire Philippines, has only one real master:
American!
Mayor Durcombe's dignity and credibility are gone.

But what Mayor Durkom didn't expect was that this was just the beginning.

Second Lieutenant Turl led two American troops and walked directly to Dulkom:
"Who is Mikael?"

"I, I am." Durkom's assistant Micael said carefully.

Second Lieutenant Ter's face darkened: "Mikael, you were arrested for serving the Japanese army during the fall of Manila and persecuting Manilans!"

"No!" Mikael shouted in horror: "Mayor, help me."

He helped the Japanese during the Japanese colonial period.

He is not the only one. Many officials of the current interim constitutional government of the Philippines have worked in the puppet government before.

If we really want to investigate, who’s bottom is clean?
"I'm afraid there is a misunderstanding here."

Mikael is Durkom's right-hand man, and of course he cannot just watch his assistant being taken away: "Mr. Second Lieutenant, I hope you will keep him for the time being, and I will report to Mr. President immediately, And he came up with a solution as soon as possible.”

"Step aside!"

Lieutenant Turl's murderous intent made Durkomb couldn't help but take a step back.

So, he just watched his assistant being taken away, but there was nothing he could do.

……

Osmina met Afrin again in his office.

Only this time, Major Afrin did not come alone. He brought his biggest backer:

Colonel Charles!
"It's such a spacious office." Meng Shaoyuan said as soon as he came in: "Compared with my small office in Manila Port, there is really no harm in the lack of comparison."

"The colonel sure knows how to joke."

Osmina immediately said: "The colonel is responsible for the security of the entire Manila. If you need it, I can set up a separate office for the colonel in Malacañang Palace at any time."

"Forget it, forget it." Meng Shaoyuan waved his hand: "I don't have such a good life to have such a good office. Mr. President, I am not here for the office today."

"If there's anything I can do for the Colonel, I'll do my best."

As soon as Osimina said it, Meng Shaoyuan immediately said: "Thank you so much, Mr. President."

Afrin wisely took out a document from his briefcase.

Osmina only took one glance and saw that this was the second brigade expansion plan that he had just rejected.

His face changed.

Is Afrin using the power of the Americans to directly suppress itself?
"The safety of Manila is the top priority." Meng Shaoyuan looked gloomy: "Although the war here has ended, the work of chasing down the remaining Japanese forces is still going on. There are still a large number of Japanese spies rampant in Manila. Activity.

At the same time, the Port of Manila is an important player in transporting supplies to the front line, and there must be no accidents.Major Afrin proposed to me a plan to expand the Second Brigade. I think this is very necessary.But I heard that this plan ran into some trouble with the President. "

At this time, Osmina was filled with anger.

Americans are simply here to blame themselves.

But there was nothing he could do.

He must endure.

Just before, he had asked General MacArthur for help.

However, General MacArthur actually reprimanded himself and made public his support for Colonel Charles.

Therefore, Osmina suppressed his inner dissatisfaction and stated to Meng Shaoyuan the various difficulties he and the current interim government were facing.

At the same time, he once again raised the issue that the second brigade would be reorganized into the second battalion after discussions with the Basque generals of the Ministry of Defense.

"joke!"

Meng Shaoyuan interrupted Osmina without courtesy: "At such an important moment, Mr. President and Basque General actually want to reduce the number of troops? Mr. President does not understand military affairs, I can understand, but that Basque, he Can this be called a soldier?"

Osmina never expected that the other party would be so merciless.

The Basque general is the acting defense minister of the provisional constitutional government.

That's the leading figure in the provisional government's military.

Of course, this so-called general is worthless in the eyes of the US military generals.

He has too few highlights.

During the American colonial period in the Philippines, he commanded the Philippine army to fight with the US military, but the troops he commanded were defeated soon after.

During the retreat, he almost became a prisoner of the Japanese army. Fortunately, he escaped after being rescued by the US military.

In fact, many Philippine military generals were like this at that time.

Therefore, young Filipino officers, including Major Afrin, do not look down upon these old-school Filipino officers.

General Basque's most outstanding achievement was to re-land on Luzon Island with General MacArthur.

The reason why he is able to sit in his current position is due to his relationship with Osmina.

But now, Colonel Charles is so ruthless?

"I am responsible for Manila's military and security." Meng Shaoyuan spoke in an increasingly impatient tone: "I have the final say on any military trends, expansion or reorganization related to Manila.

Mr. President, you may complain to General MacArthur or to His Excellency the General's Plenipotentiary, Mr. Slain, but I must fulfill my duty.Please sign it. "

Osmina turned pale.

This is not a discussion, this is an order, this is Chi Guoguo's threat to himself!

Could a dignified president be so humiliated by a colonel?
But Osmina didn't dare to fall out with Meng Shaoyuan.

This man is the Supreme Emperor of Manila!
Frustration, anger, and grievance filled Osmina's heart: "Colonel, I need to discuss this matter with the Basque General first."

It seems that my own words still don’t hold enough weight.

Meng Shaoyuan sneered: "Then, Mr. President, I will wait here for the Basque General, waiting for you to come to the final result of the discussion." He did not look at Osmina again, but walked to the sofa by himself, Sat down.

Afrin hurriedly took out the cigarette, handed it to him respectfully, and then helped to light it respectfully.

……

In the President's Office, not only the Basque generals came, but also Levi, the plenipotentiary representative of the U.S. government, and Slain, the plenipotentiary representative of General MacArthur.

They came to support Colonel Charles.

These Filipinos are very dishonest.

During the previous comprehensive reconstruction plan in the Philippines, Osmina delayed it again and again. In the end, there was really no other way to do it, so he signed his name on the reconstruction plan.

It is precisely because of this that the United States believes that Osmina is not trustworthy.

But he must be Quezon's designated successor, and he is still very prestigious in the Philippines. Replacing him suddenly will cause some unnecessary trouble.

And for a while, Osmina's replacement could not be found.

Therefore, he should still occupy the position of president for the time being.

Meng Shao had already notified Levi and Slaine in front of Malacañang Palace.

Two American representatives decided to give Colonel Charles their full support!
This is not just a matter of reorganizing a force, but a matter of the dignity, status, and interests of the United States!
At this point, it must be clear who is the real master of the Philippines!

Osmina never dreamed that the reorganization of a brigade would actually alert these Americans.

Even if the Basque general is invited, what will happen?

What can he say to Americans?
There was dead silence in the Oval Office.

Finally, it was Slain who took the lead to break the silence: "Let's decide, or report the matter directly to General MacArthur, and the general will make the final decision."

Report to General MacArthur?
Osmina smiled bitterly.

Isn't that the same result?
General Basque also had a bitter look on his face, and he whispered a few words to Osmina.

Osmina's face was full of helplessness, and his voice trembled slightly: "As for the plan to expand the second brigade, General Basque and I agreed after careful consideration!"

I agree!
Major Afrin breathed a sigh of relief.

At this time, he also firmly believed:
As long as he clings to the thigh of the Americans, he doesn't have to worry about presidents or generals at all!
Meng Shaoyuan, Levi, and Slayin woke up and communicated with their six eyes, all showing knowing smiles.

The Filipinos finally gave in.

After that, it will be more convenient to do things.

Osmina and the Basque general signed their names on the document.

humiliation!

This is not only humiliation for oneself, but also for the entire interim government and the entire Philippines.

Osmina was filled with sorrow.

"Mr. President, Mr. President."

At this moment, Durkom unexpectedly rushed into the president's office.

Not polite at all.

Osmina, who was already full of grief and anger, immediately vented all his anger on the mayor of Manila: "Mr. Durcombe, is this your upbringing as the mayor of Manila?"

Durkom was also confused. After his assistant was arrested, the only thing he thought about was to immediately seek help from President Osmina.

Even though the presidential secretary outside tried his best to stop him, he still couldn't stop Durkom.

But when Durkom broke into the president's office and saw so many people there, he was stunned.

Meng Shaoyuan and the three of them all smiled disdainfully.

Levi was in a good mood: "Mr. Mayor, tell me, why are you so anxious?"

At this point, Durkom could only bite the bullet and said: "Just now, my assistant Mikael was arrested by the US military."

Osmina was surprised: "Why?"

After Durkom told what happened, Osmina didn't know how to deal with it for a while.

After a while, he set his sights on Meng Shaoyuan: "Colonel, what's going on?"

"I hope Mr. Mayor has made it very clear what happened just now." Meng Shaoyuan said calmly: "Micael served the Japanese and brutally persecuted fellow Filipinos. Do you think we made any mistake in arresting him? ?”

This is Mikael's biggest weakness.

Osmina bit the bullet and said: "Yes, Micael does have such a history, but there are also special reasons. Now, the reconstruction of Manila is also a top priority, and Micael is very good in this regard." Experience, which is why we still use him.

Everyone, I suggest that you temporarily release Mikael and let him serve for the reconstruction of Manila. After the reconstruction is completed, he will be held accountable for his previous actions. "

By the time Manila is really rebuilt, these Americans will probably have left long ago. Who will remember Mikael by then?

"The arrest of Mikael is also for the reconstruction of Manila." Meng Shaoyuan said coldly: "A Filipino traitor who once worked for the Japanese, does Mr. President think he is still worthy of trust?
I am responsible for the security of the entire Manila. After our careful investigation, we believe that even now, Mikael is still secretly in contact with the Japanese government, which is very likely to undermine the reconstruction of Manila and pose a serious threat to Manila's security.

That's why we arrested Mikael.We will give him a fair trial and ensure that he will not be insulted by the US military.After careful investigation, if Mikael is guilty, we will take the next step, and if he is innocent, we will release him immediately. "

What he said was so high-sounding that Osmina couldn't find any excuses.

"Yes, Mr. President, Mayor Durkom." Levi also said at this time: "Colonel Charles shoulders a heavy responsibility, and some things that offend people can only be done by him. Any consequences caused by this The consequences will be borne by the U.S. government."

He moved out of the U.S. government.

What else could Osmina do?
He sighed softly and said: "Mayor Durkom, I hope you don't have to worry about Mr. Mikael's safety. I believe Colonel Charles will fulfill his promise and Mr. Mikael will be treated fairly." .”

It's a pity that the president will never realize that Colonel Charles is a big liar.

I would rather believe that a sow can climb a tree than believe what the young master says!

What Master Meng is saying is, "We will conduct a fair trial on him and ensure that he will not be insulted by the US military!"

He was talking about the US military.

As for the others?
Master Meng can't guarantee it.

In fact, it is easy to solve this matter.

Meng Shaoyuan has a big plan in his mind, which is the plan to cultivate corrupt officials.

Now, as long as Osmina or Durkom comes up with a large sum of money, everything can be easily solved, right?