The Anti-Japanese War Begins with the Northeast Army

Chapter 349 Shanghai
Jiang Cheng knew very well that if he did not set off for Shanghai now, the British would most likely seize the equipment and might even secretly resell it to... the various warlords active in the southern region.

The struggle for power in Shanghai has continued throughout the history of the Republic of China.

Jiang Cheng rubbed his hands silently: At this time, the actual control of the Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai areas was in the hands of Li Chun and other three governors.

The British just wanted to get some benefits...the goods were sold to them by the French, so they probably wouldn't dare to act too rashly;

However, if they dealt with the extortion too late, the British would most likely negotiate with the local tyrants operating near Shanghai and secretly sell the tanks.

When that time comes, losing a few advance payments won’t be a big deal. It will be a fatal matter no matter who these tanks end up in the hands of.

"I have to go on this trip, and I have to leave as soon as possible."

Jiang Cheng paced around the room twice, then said softly, "The official duties of Changchun and even the entire Jilin will have to be handed over to you for the time being."

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He immediately contacted Jiang Lanxuan and Zhang Zuoxiang by phone and explained his plan to the two elders in the family.

The transition in Rehe has basically been smooth. My father is now leading the troops to suppress bandits and quell rebellions almost every day, while my uncle Gao Wensheng is leading the civil servants to work hard to restore construction and production...

They did not think deeply about Jiang Cheng's move south; but it was different for Zhang Zuoxiang.

My father-in-law expressed great concern about my going south: after all, the situation inside the Great Wall was no different from the Cold War, and it was a mess everywhere.

However, after hearing about the "extraordinary" equipment, Zhang Zuoxiang sighed and asked him to take more people with him.

Bringing guards is essential, but bringing too many people will only make them more eye-catching.

Jiang Cheng asked Ye Hai to pick the smartest and strongest guards to accompany him, and to equip them with the best equipment -

In addition, he asked Hai Pingchuan to contact his father-in-law in the interior of the country to help him inquire about the situation in Shanghai.

The next morning, Jiang Cheng, Yan Ziwen and Yang Yucheng took a train south amid Zhang Tingxue's complaints that they had to leave on New Year's Eve.

Along the way, in addition to discussing how to communicate with the British to ask for this batch of equipment, they also booked an itinerary, which important foreign companies to go to purchase machinery and equipment, etc.

As soon as they arrived in Shanghai, they were warmly welcomed by Yan Ziwen's classmates.

He went to Shanghai alone to study, and later went to the United States, relying entirely on the help of his fellow townsmen and friends along the way.

"I heard that you followed Miss Zhang back to Northeast China? Hahaha... When are you going to invite us to the wedding?"

"That's right, that lawn wedding we had in the United States doesn't count! We have to follow our Chinese customs."

His classmates were joking with each other: the intellectuals were trying to speak as restrainedly as possible, but after all, there were so many men, including two female classmates, that the station was in a commotion.

Ye Hai carried Jiang Cheng's luggage and complained quietly: "Master Jiang, it's too hot in Shanghai! I can't wear my cotton jacket and cotton pants anymore. I have to find a place to take them off."

Jiang Cheng turned around and gave him a look: "There are so many things to do, can't you just bear with it?"

As he spoke, he looked up at Yan Ziwen and his classmates, who were making a lot of noise, making them look like supporting roles. "Hey Yucheng, you didn't attract many of your classmates, did you?"

"Look at our third brother-in-law. He seems to be a versatile person."

Yang Yucheng's face turned red: "Feilan, you know... I have always been fond of studying, and I am not familiar with these social practices."

He knew his good friend's personality. He was a focused person - he didn't have many friends, but almost all of those who came to him were nerds who devoted themselves to study and were reliable people.

"Well, I don't blame you! Besides..."

Before he could finish his words, a burst of chaotic noise suddenly broke out at the train station!

Gunshot!?
Everyone gasped at the same time, but even including Yang Yucheng, they had trained in the Military Academy for a whole year, so their vigilance and reaction speed were first-rate.

The platform immediately became a mess, with passengers, people carrying heavy bags, and some peddlers screaming and running for their lives.

Jiang Cheng and others took out their weapons almost immediately, and Ye Hai took the lead, holding up his weapons and stabilizing Yan Ziwen and his weak classmates as quickly as possible.

"Stop running around!"

Ye Hai yelled, and Jiang Cheng's eyes caught the gunman in an instant -

Two men in taupe suits, hiking hats and towels wrapped around their faces had already fled from the waiting hall at full speed.

"It's not coming for us, don't be nervous."

Jiang Cheng, who was already a veteran of many battles, put the Browning back to his waist, then straightened up and patted Yang Yucheng and the guard closest to him.

The man who was shot was lying on the railway track. He was hit by at least three bullets in his body when the gunfire rang out, and almost every bullet hit a vital position.

Jiang Cheng had no intention of getting involved in the local disputes in Shanghai...especially this kind of behavior that was clearly an assassination.

"We'd better leave quickly."

Jiang Cheng turned around and greeted Yan Ziwen and his classmates who were pale with fear, "We should not stay here for long!"

The welcoming banquet and accommodation were both booked at the Peace Hotel, which was one of the most luxurious buildings in the foreign concessions and has been a scenic spot along Nanjing Road and the Huangpu River until modern times.

Yan Ziwen had a great time talking to his classmates, and Jiang Cheng felt like a fish in water when he joined in.

Upon learning that this young officer, who is not even 20 years old, is actually the current acting governor of Jilin and controls such a large number of troops... everyone present was shocked.

So young!

Moreover, his father was the governor of Rehe—what a terrible background and terrible abilities!
Many people raised their glasses to toast, and Jiang Cheng pretended to be approachable. He stood up and said, "You don't have to treat me, Jiang Feilan, as someone who can supervise you!"

"When you are in Shanghai, you should follow the local customs. You should also follow the Shanghai way of speaking and doing things! I would like to thank you all for your hospitality..."

"Besides, I am also trying to establish a reputation for myself - Jilin is in a state of disrepair and in urgent need of development! I am also using the name of my third brother-in-law to send out a heroic invitation to all of you."

"If you are willing to join my Jilin camp and help the Fengtian Army and even the Northeast develop, I will definitely give you preferential treatment!"

Yan Ziwen knew that Jiang Cheng would definitely bring it up, but he didn't expect him to be so direct: But it's true, if you use flowery language in front of these literati, it might seem like you're showing off your skills in front of an expert.

It is better to be straightforward and say what you want to say and what you can give, which will make it easier to get involved in some relationships.

Sure enough, his words of showing benefits immediately aroused the interest of his classmates.

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