Siheyuan: The romantic and suave Xu Damao

Due to the complexity of the international situation, if these patriotic overseas Chinese were allowed to contact their superiors directly, it would easily attract the attention and resentment of other countries, and might even cause some unnecessary trouble.

For example, if a patriotic overseas Chinese in the United States transports food here in a legitimate manner, do you think the American officials will intervene? It is possible that the overseas Chinese’s local business will be ruined!

"After all, overseas Chinese who are able to buy large quantities of food and transport it here must be big shots with industry and status abroad."

"But the arm must not be inferior to the thigh. Think about it, if those foreign officials know that someone is transporting grain to our country, Cuinong, do you think those foreign officials will target those overseas Chinese? In a few days, all the industries may be closed down, and people's lives may be in danger."

"So even if the food was secretly transported here, it can't be sold openly. Think about it, how many years has it been since we started the new society? There are many spies lurking in the southeast."

Xu Damao looked at the two of them and said.

"Yes! And we have to be careful of those spies. They are omnipresent." Zhao Fangfang agreed.

"Yes, that's true. If these spies knew about this, the lives of those patriotic overseas Chinese might be in danger. You should know about the Military Control Commission, right? The Kuomintang spies are ruthless and merciless."

During the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, if a spy living a simple life was caught by the Kuomintang Military Intelligence Bureau's spies, the best option was to commit suicide immediately, otherwise even death would become a luxury.

"Besides, the bald men in the southeast are in cahoots with the United States. If the spies here get the news, it will definitely spread to the United States, and then the lives of patriotic overseas Chinese will be in danger."

Xu Damao said in a heavy tone.

"What should we do? We can't just sit there and do nothing, right?" Cuinong asked anxiously. The girl was fascinated by what she heard and quickly got into the role.

"Of course not. We must find a way to protect the safety of those patriotic overseas Chinese."

"So, by operating through a middleman like me, many problems can be avoided and the interests of both parties can be better protected."

"Plus, the people above know what's going on. They can tell the whole story from just one glimpse, so they won't touch small-time middlemen like us."

Xu Damao's extremely detailed explanation made Cuinong and Zhao Fangfang suddenly realize the reason. It turned out that there were such complex international relations and political considerations behind it.

"So that's how it is. I never expected that..."

Cuinong sighed, her eyes revealing her concern for the future of the country.

"Yes, our country is still in the development stage and faces many difficulties and challenges. Although we have won great glory in the Korean War and our international status is much different from before, we are still surrounded by wolves and are poor internally. We still have a long way to go."

Xu Damao couldn't help but sigh: "The War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea is of extraordinary significance!"

He knew that it was through this war that the Volunteer Army demonstrated its strong strength and prestige on the international stage, and also significantly enhanced China's international status.

Recall that at the beginning of the Korean War, China issued a warning to the United States and made it clear that it did not want them to cross that red line.

But the United States turned a blind eye to this and even ignored China's demands, crossing that line without hesitation.

However, when the time came to 1964 and the United States launched a war in Vietnam, China once again warned them and made it clear that the red line could not be crossed.

This time, the United States' attitude took a 180-degree turn. From the beginning to the end of the war, they never dared to touch the red line even a little bit.

The War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea had a profound impact on later generations.

The great man had a far-sighted vision and deeply understood the truth that "one blow is enough to prevent a hundred blows." This war not only demonstrated the bravery and fearlessness of the Chinese army, but also established China's important position in international affairs.

What is more crucial is that eight years later, China successfully planted that "mushroom" in its northwest region.

This feat marks China's official entry into the forefront of the world and becoming one of the countries with nuclear weapons.

Of course, it is not easy to achieve this goal. Growing "mushrooms" requires huge human, financial and material resources, as well as a high level of technology.

During that period, the people of the whole country worked together, tightened their belts, overcame numerous difficulties, and finally completed this great cause.

This period of history bears witness to the tenacity and fighting spirit of the Chinese people, and also makes people deeply feel that today's happy life is hard-won.

I remember that US President Roosevelt once said: "The money invested in the Manhattan Project at that time could buy the entire Milky Way." Although this statement is a bit exaggerated, it can also be seen from this that the investment required for the development of nuclear weapons is huge...

"Brother Damao, it turns out you are doing something so great!"

Cuinong held her chin with her hands, her eyes shining with admiration, staring at Xu Damao intently. Her gentle voice broke Xu Damao's contemplation.

Zhao Fangfang's eyes also lit up at this moment, and she stared at Xu Damao closely, her eyes full of disbelief.

"Don't look at me like that, both of you. You should forget what I said to you today. Don't mention it to anyone, understand?"

Xu Damao warned again solemnly.

"Well, we won't tell anyone, right, Sister Fang?"

Cuinong nodded repeatedly like a chick pecking at rice, and turned to look at Zhao Fangfang beside her.

Zhao Fangfang also nodded slightly to show her agreement.

"Okay, let's eat quickly and chat while we eat."

"Ok."

Cuinong took a big bite of the steamed bun and began to eat it voraciously.

Zhao Fangfang looked at her, feeling a little worried. She asked softly, "Da Mao, after this deal is over, will you continue to do this kind of business? I mean, will you still maintain a cooperative relationship with the middleman from the overseas Chinese?"

Damao pondered for a moment, then nodded firmly and replied, "Yes, after all, the people over there will definitely not easily replace the middleman."

Zhao Fangfang frowned slightly, and then reminded: "Yes, but for such an important matter, they will definitely not easily replace people. But Damao, you must be careful of the spies in the southeast. After all, you mentioned just now that these spies are cruel and vicious."

Damao patted his chest and said confidently, "Don't worry, only the three of us know about this. Even the two people who helped transport the goods last night didn't know the inside story and mistakenly thought it was just an ordinary grain transaction."