Chapter 22: Generosity on the Future
"I believe ......" Yang Jiawei originally wanted to refute Pang Jindong, but he was not confident, and swallowed the words again.
Although Pang Jindong does not know enough about the Kokang people and the Kokang region, the inferences he has made on the basis of what he has already mastered have touched a reality that the Kokang Republican Army has always been unwilling to face, that is, even in the turbulent MD, peaceful development has become the mainstream, and there are not many people who still want to fight.
It is also for this reason that the various armed forces have reached a reconciliation with the government, and it is on this premise that the Kokang Special Administrative Region was established.
In other words, the concept of the Kokang Republican Army, which is still persisting in armed struggle, may no longer work.
While the Kokang Republican Army (IRA) is still growing in strength, it is under the guise of a semblance of peace and neutrality.
If the Kokang IRA openly tears through this façade and rises in full arms, it is completely unclear how much support it will be able to muster.
In fact, it could also cause a split within the Kokang and Chinese communities, and given the infighting nature of the Chinese, many Kokang and Chinese may even cooperate with the government to protect their own interests and turn their guns on their own compatriots.
Pang Jindong looked at Yang Jiawei, who was speechless, and shook his head slightly: "In addition, there is a fourth problem, which is related to the economy. If you want to fight for Kokang independence, and even control the country, you need a strong army. And where does a strong army come from?"
Yang Jiawei sighed and replied helplessly: "It's piled up with money!"
"That's right!" Pang Jindong nodded and continued: "At this stage, you can rely on drugs to make high profits, but this kind of business is illegal after all, and it has extremely high risks. There is no problem in supporting a small army, but what if a large army is supported? The MD has a vast territory and a large population, which cannot be controlled by an army of 1,800 men. Even if it is only to maintain the integrity and independence of the Kokang region, I am afraid that it will be difficult to achieve it. More importantly, when you come in as an independent regime that is recognized by governments, you can no longer engage in the drug business. In fact, your drug business has become an indelible stain on you, which is why several other armed forces that have reconciled with the MD government are completely anti-drug. ”
"These can slowly change ......"
Pang Jindong shook his head and interrupted Yang Jiawei's words: "Speaking more closely, in the future, whether it is for the Kokang region or the MD government, you will all need to face the problem of economic development! How to make the country prosperous and let the people live a more prosperous life is something you must consider! Otherwise, how can you prove that you are better than the previous government? And why should you not let other domestic forces oppose you?"
Yang Jiawei has a lot of knowledge, his views on many things are very profound, and his mind is meticulous enough, which is not the same as his arrogant and graceful appearance.
But economic issues are not his specialty, and when he heard what Pang Jindong said, he scratched his head: "This...... I can't think of a way to ......."
For example, to build a modern army, we need modern weapons, and it is far from enough to rely on the guns in your hands that are of different models, manufactured in different years, and developed in vastly different ways. But where do you come from these modern weapons? That's another question!"
Yang Jiawei thought for a moment, a smile appeared on his face, and he seemed to no longer think about these issues: "In any case, today's conversation with my brother is really fruitful......
Yang Jiawei's words were interrupted by a third person's voice: "That's right! I didn't expect this nephew of mine to have such insight!" With the sound of words, Pang Wenlan walked out leisurely from behind a boulder.
Behind Pang Wenlan were the dejected Masaharu Kazama and Kazuka Nagano, and around these two girls were several short and capable young men, all of whom had sharp eyes in their eyes, and it could be seen from their figures, movements and footsteps that they were all extraordinary.
As soon as Pang Jindong saw this scene, he immediately understood that Pang Wenlan heard all the conversations between himself and Yang Jiawei clearly.
In fact, it is likely that tonight's conversation was arranged by the uncle, and he himself had already waited here for his opinion.
Masaharu Kazama and Kazuka Nagano were worried about their safety, so they quietly followed, only to find Pang Wenlan who was eavesdropping.
There is no way to know if the two sides have ever played each other, but it is obvious that Masaharu Kazama and Kazuka Nagano did not take advantage, and were quickly subdued by Pang Wenlan's men, and obediently accompanied them as listeners.
Thinking of this, Pang Jindong couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed, he had been talking nonsense just now, but he didn't expect that there were so many people hidden around.
If these are all enemies, the consequences are really unimaginable.
Yang Jiawei hurriedly walked over, put his coat on Pang Wenlan's body, and said with concern: "It's night, the weather is a little cold, the general should go back and rest early!"
Pang Wenlan patted Yang Jiawei on the shoulder, then applauded a few times, and made a summary of Pang Jindong's words: "What the nephew said is basically the same, the first question talks about external environmental factors, the second question talks about human resources, the third question talks about internal factors, and the fourth question is economic factors. The first two problems have been solved, and the last two problems can only be slowly thought of countermeasures, waiting for the opportunity......"
Pang Jindong smiled and said embarrassedly: "It's just a shallow talk about wine, it's just some of my personal opinions, don't take it seriously Fourth Grandpa!"
"Fourth Grandpa knows that you are very ambitious and talented, so I really want to hear your opinion on the Kokang Republican Army! But in this case, Fourth Grandpa expects that you will not be able to say what you think, so he arranged such a thing tonight! This is all my attention, don't blame Jiawei!" Pang Wenlan said, looking at Yang Jiawei.
Pang Jindong hurriedly said: "Where is this! The fourth grandfather is willing to listen to my opinion, I am too late to be happy, how dare I blame Brother Yang!"
"I really wasn't disappointed, you are indeed very insightful......" Speaking of this, Pang Wenlan frowned slightly, and asked a little strangely: "However, the fourth grandfather thinks that you seem to have missed an equally important question!"
Hearing the last sentence, Pang Jindong also frowned, but it was not to emulate Pang Wenlan, but purely a habitual action. After thinking for a while, Pang Jindong asked in a low voice: "What does the fourth grandfather mean, but the attitude of country Z?"
Pang Wenlan looked at Pang Jindong's expression, smiled and nodded: "Not bad!"
"Fourth Grandpa, please forgive me, I don't think the attitude of country Z doesn't matter at all!"
This sentence surprised everyone present, Yang Jiawei hurriedly asked: "With the support of country Z, no matter what we do, we will do it with half the effort as you said, why do you say that the attitude of country Z doesn't matter?"
"It's good to say that it doesn't matter, but it's hard to say, but you have to guard against country Z!"
Hearing this, Yang Jiawei was even more surprised, but Pang Wenlan understood what Pang Jindong meant, waved his hand and said, "Keep talking!"
"There is a tradition in country Z that ignores overseas Chinese, which began hundreds of years ago, not to mention supporting overseas Chinese forces, even if overseas Chinese are massacred and persecuted, most of the dynasties have been silent. Pang Jindong let out a long sigh, although he felt very sad, but he had to face this fact: "Since modern times, those famous anti-China elements in the world, such as Sukarno in Indonesia, Ne Win in MD, Pol Pot in Cambodia, etc., have all been friendly with country Z, and some of them can even be called close relations, have received great help from country Z, and are 'old friends of the people of country Z'." This strange phenomenon, which is unique in the history of mankind, must be considered!"
Pang Wenlan was silent for a long time, and finally nodded heavily: "It's this reason." ”
This emotion caused repercussions, and a young man beside Pang Wenlan said hatefully: "That's right, it's good if country Z doesn't stab us in the back, don't expect to help us!"
The complaints of the people around him made Pang Wenlan's feelings even heavier: "Even if our blood is thicker than water, even if we can give them the arch to defend the south gate, even if we can be the screen forever, we will not support our ......"
Pang Wenlan said, his voice gradually became low, and at this time, a ray of sunlight projected on his body, reflecting his vicissitudes of life.
It was only at this time that everyone realized that it was already dawning.
Unconsciously, the night was spent in this discussion.
At this moment, Pang Jindong suddenly realized that the fourth uncle was really old. The brilliant morning sun and his old figure form a wonderful contrast, which makes people feel that the world is ruthless.
After all, Uncle Zu is already an old man, although his strong physique, strong perseverance and heroic description often make people forget his age, but the years are ruthless after all, and the changes brought by him are irresistible or changed by anyone.
Looking at the slightly rickety figure of the uncle, he still tried his best to straighten up, standing on the mountain rock and looking at the rivers and mountains in the north, the vicissitudes and emotions are almost difficult to describe in words.
Once upon a time, my uncle was also a high-spirited young man, who galloped on the battlefield and dreamed of making contributions to the country.
However, for most of his life, he was trapped in this deep mountain and old forest, with the evil poppies, and confronted the barbaric aliens.
Over the years, the ambitions and ideals of his youth have not been exhausted, but have been persistent.
Suddenly, Pang Jindong asked his uncle such a question almost without thinking: "Why didn't you go to TW back then?"
"I did have the opportunity to go to TW at that time, and your second uncle group persuaded me to do this more than once! I also thought about it myself, if I went to TW, maybe I could mix with high-ranking officials and be a good man, or maybe I would be silent and indifferent for a lifetime, but at least I still had a choice, and I could spend the rest of my life in peace! And if I stayed in this foreign land, I would ...... forever" Speaking of this, although Pang Wenlan's expression was still resolute, his voice became a little sad: "But what about the brothers who were born and died with me? Leave them alone to enjoy happiness?" I can't do it!"