Lost and Spy

Chapter 715 On the Rewards for Deeds
Ningbo, Lishe Airport.

Meng Shaoyuan hadn't slept all the time, his eyes were bloodshot.

He knew that this paper bomb bombing would definitely be successful, but if he became the person involved and was at the scene, his mood would be completely different.

What if?
People who didn't belong to this era originally appeared in this era, will it change the normal historical track?

In the battle of Songhu, the five hundred students of the military command should have died heroically for the country, but they were rescued by themselves.

This has quietly changed history.

The butterfly flaps its wings... who knows where a storm will start.

If the bombing failed because of his appearance, then he would really be a sinner.

No news at all.

Luo Liangjian was equally anxious.

He was persuaded by his subordinates, and finally went to rest for a while, but after two hours, he came again.

He didn't say much, his eyes were fixed on the sky, and he didn't say a word.

But everyone knew what he was waiting for there.

During breakfast, I greeted him several times. A man who looked like an official was probably hungry. He took a sesame seed cake and took a bite when he heard Luo Liangjian say coldly:

"Are you that hungry? Hunger than a pilot who flew all night?"

The official held the biscuit in his hand, neither eating nor letting it go, how embarrassing it was.

Time seemed to be frozen, every second passed so slowly.

August 5 at 20am.

"Urgent call, urgent call, Wuhan urgent call!"

Suddenly, Luo Liangjian's secretary rushed all the way, waving a telegram in his hand.

"Read!"

Luo Liangjian tried his best to keep calm.

“武汉电：我1404号战机，于8时40分于江西玉山机场降落。9时24分，1403号机经临海在南昌着陆……中国空军，万岁！”

It was only a brief moment of astonishment, and immediately, Ningbo Lishe Airport erupted into cheers that went straight into the sky:
"Chinese Air Force, long live! Long live!"

The whole airport is completely insane.

Everyone is venting their inner excitement to their heart's content.

Long live the Chinese Air Force!
Meng Shaoyuan kept saying this sentence over and over again in his heart.

Long live the Chinese Air Force!
A smile finally appeared on Luo Liangjian's tense face.

It was a success, and it was a success after all.

All the hard work before was worth it.

"Ah, have breakfast, have breakfast."

Luo Liangjian was in a good mood at this time, and said repeatedly: "Everyone has worked hard all night. Eat, let's pad our stomachs first. At noon, let the cafeteria prepare a big meal. By the way, there is also wine, and wine, all of which you can drink to your heart's content Last meal!"

After speaking, he picked up a piece of biscuit and handed it to the official whom he had just reprimanded before: "Old Gu, eat a biscuit, it doesn't taste much."

The official took the biscuits, dumbfounded.

Meng Shaoyuan watched all this, turned around slowly, and left the airport slowly.

I, personally experienced this great scene, personally experienced this exciting day!
China's counterattack has begun!

……

1938年5月20日，中国空军特别轰炸中队1404号机经宁波在江西玉山机场降落。9时24分，1403号机经临海在南昌着陆。

At 9:30, all crew members were notified to meet in Hankou.

At 11:30, two Martin-139WC bombers landed at Hankou Wangjiadun Airport after formation in the air.

The welcome crowd at the airport was huge, and Kong Xiangxi, President of the Executive Yuan of the Nationalist Government, and He Yingqin, Minister of Military and Political Affairs, also went to the airport to greet him.

On May 5, Zhou, Chen, Wu, and Luo of the Workers' and Peasants' Party represented the Central Committee of the Workers' and Peasants' Party and the office of the No.22 Army (the Eighth Route Army, which will be called the Eighteenth Army in future chapters) in person at the Air Force Command to inspect the triumphant pilots. Condolences, and presented a pennant with eight big characters written on it:

"Use Dulwich at the same time, be wise and courageous".

Zhou Gong also delivered a speech, praised their achievements and heroic actions, and took a group photo with Xu Huansheng and Tong Yanbo.

The news that the Chinese Air Force successfully used paper bombs to bomb the Japanese mainland quickly spread throughout the country.

This is shocking news.

This is also a good news that makes the people of the whole country excited.

The bombing of the Chinese Air Force greatly encouraged the determination of the Chinese people to fight to the end!
The well-known "Anti-Japanese War" three-day magazine published Zou Taofen's article "Air Force Expedition to Japan and New Anti-Japanese Forces" in its 5th issue on May 23. Yu Zhonghua, a well-known critic of the magazine, pointed out in the "War Situation Trends" column of the same period:

Leaflets are a warning to Japan, a million leaflets can become a million tons of bombs!

"Ta Kung Pao" also published an editorial "Air Force Night Attacks on Japan" on the front page on May 5.

Abroad, this event also caused a huge sensation.

The British "News Chronicle" editorial stated: "The Chinese Air Force recently flew to Japan to distribute leaflets, awakening the Japanese people to overthrow the warlords. This matter is of great significance and is also very interesting."

The Soviet "Moscow News" did not hesitate to praise: "The Chinese Air Force played an important role in the War of Resistance, and will undoubtedly play an even more important role in the future."

Other mainstream media in the world also believe that the Chinese Air Force's night attack on the Japanese mainland completely broke the false statement that "the sacred airspace of Japan is inviolable", ruthlessly extinguished the arrogance of Japanese imperialism, and greatly encouraged the people of the world to protest against it. **struggle.

The good image of Chinese pilots has also been fully displayed.In particular, Commander Xu Huansheng won the reputation of "world-class pilot" from foreign counterparts.

……

Meng Shaoyuan did not attend the noon celebration banquet.

Too tired, really too tired.

It's not that I haven't rested for a minute since yesterday, but the anxiety in my heart while waiting.

When the good news comes, the spirit suddenly relaxes, and the whole person will become exhausted.

When I woke up, it was already 8 o'clock in the evening.

Good guy, how long have I been asleep?

"Director Meng, are you awake?"

Gan Ning had been waiting outside for a long time, and when he saw Meng Shaoyuan coming out, he immediately greeted him: "Mr. Luo called several times and heard that you were sleeping. Let us not disturb you and let you go to his place after you wake up." one trip."

"understood."

Meng Shaoyuan yawned...

……

"Report to the officer, Meng Shaoyuan overslept, request punishment!"

"Young man, what's the point of not sleeping all night or waking up all day?" It was obvious that Luo Liangjian was in a good mood: "I haven't eaten yet, I'll eat some with you."

He asked his secretary to serve the dishes hot, and brought a special bottle of wine: "There were too many people at noon, and they didn't drink well. Let's drink more."

He found two glasses for drinking water, filled them up, and took a sip with Meng Shaoyuan: "Eat vegetables, eat vegetables. Young people should sleep well and eat well."

Today's Luo Liangjian is the unsmiling Chief Luo before. It's like a different person. He is approachable and has the demeanor of a kind elder.

"Shaoyuan." Luo Liangjian became even more friendly in addressing him: "This time, you have made great contributions. Although you don't take credit or take credit, I know this in my heart. I told the committee members in the telegram , and Dai Li have said it carefully. It is not easy for you to clear up the Japanese special organization in a short period of time when you are alone in Ningbo for the first time."

"These are all matters of Shaoyuan's job." Meng Shaoyuan hurriedly politely said.

"You don't need to be too modest, meritorious service is meritorious service." Luo Liangjian took out his cigarette case: "Originally, I was going to apply for a reward for you, but Director Dai said that there is nothing to reward or not reward for some small things. You also said you Meng Shao originally belonged to the monkey, and once you show him a good face, you will be lawless and jump higher than anyone else."

Meng Shaoyuan didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

Is Dai Li scolding himself or boasting himself?

But he also understood the deep meaning of Dai Li's actions.

It is only right and proper to help the committee members to do things.

It is the pilots who should be rewarded most now, and the staff who serve in the special bombing squadron.

As for the achievements of the agents, we can put it aside for a while.

The intelligence front should not have been too high-profile.

Moreover, such a non-competition and non-competition can leave a good impression on the higher-ups.

To put it a bit too far, although Meng Shaoyuan was not publicly commended this time, whether it is the chairman of the committee or Luo Liangjian, they will naturally feel that they owe him a reward.

With Meng Shaoyuan's personality, God knows what extravagant things he will do in the future. When that day really comes, it might be able to save his life.

Luo Liangjian didn't think of this, and he took out a cigarette from the cigarette case: "I thought, if the bombing is successful, there will be waves of commendations and awards in the future, so it's better to let your affairs go for a while. But You meritorious ministers, the government will never forget, the committee will never forget, and the people of the whole country will know sooner or later."

Meng Shaoyuan knew that the opportunity to sycophant came again: "Actually, if it is true that it is said that it has merit, the first merit is the appointment. A wise leader without an appointment will definitely not succeed."

Luo Liangjian nodded.

"Second meritorious person, of course, is Chief Luo." Meng Shaoyuan is very much like a treacherous minister in a drama: "Chairman Luo personally sits in Ningbo, commanding properly, and staying calm in times of crisis, so that my bombing squadron can take off smoothly in Ningbo. .”

A smile appeared on Luo Liangjian's face: "It's over, it's over."

Meng Shaoyuan then said: "The third most meritorious person is naturally the commander of the bombing squadron, Xu Huansheng."

"Why him, and not the whole bomber squadron?"

"Because he is the pilot of the special plane in the chairman's attendant room."

"You are too smart."

Luo Liangjian pushed the cigarette case in front of Meng Shaoyuan: "Smoke a cigarette. No wonder Dai Li likes you so much. It's over. Let's put this matter aside for now. There is another matter. When we were busy bombing Japan, the battle situation in Xuzhou There have also been major changes.”

Meng Shaoyuan immediately paid attention.

"Just yesterday, Xuzhou fell."

When Luo Liangjian uttered these words, Meng Shaoyuan was already mentally prepared.

The fall of Xuzhou is only a matter of time.

It's just that hearing it with my own ears at this moment is somewhat unpleasant.

"The soldiers fought hard, but also well."

Luo Liangjian said seriously.

(End of this chapter)