Timoshenko's telegram caused an uproar in Moscow, and no one could have imagined that the Soviet Red Army would be defeated in another battle with Romania.

Then someone needs to be held accountable for this, so in one of the Kremlin's conference rooms, someone is expressing their opinion on this.

"I think Timoshenko, as the commander, has an unshirkable responsibility for this defeat against the Romanians."

As soon as he came up, he pointed the finger at the commander, because the decision to fight the Romanians was a decision made by Moscow. First of all, the Central Committee is right, and the Soviet officers and soldiers are also fighting bravely, and it is not wrong. That's not a question of the commander, it's a question of whom.

And the words of this commissar immediately aroused Voroshilov's questioning. "So what are you going to do with Timoshenko?"

Of course, the commissar who was asked would not give an answer, and this decision could only be made by Comrade Stalin. So he had to turn the conversation to the leader who was in charge of the Soviet Union.

"This needs to be decided by Comrade Stalin. I unconditionally support Comrade Stalin's decision. ”

With the words of this commissar, all eyes turned to Stalin. Seeing Stalin holding his corn pipe, he asked. "Comrade Voroshilov, what is your opinion?"

In the face of Stalin's inquiry, Voroshilov, who had long been confident, said unhurriedly. "Our opinion is that in this battle, Timoshenko and Commissar Moklov did have an inescapable responsibility in command. I think they need to be removed from their posts and then take over from them when the military council has chosen the right people. However, before that, two people need to sit in the Kiev Military District to ensure the order of the army during this time, as well as to deal with the pressure of the Romanians. ”

In fact, this decision seems to be serious, and the punishment of dismissal is not easy at all. However, the next sentence to continue to manage the Kyiv Military District for the time being is very problematic. Because when to choose the right candidate is not yet up to Voroshilov (Stalin, who will say, Stalin) has the final say. Such a result can not only calm the emotions of the people, but also protect Timoshenko and others.

"Yes, just follow this opinion."

In the face of Voroshilov's obvious partiality, Stalin agreed. Since it was Stalin who made the decision, how could anyone else stand up against him against his will, and so the words about responsibility for the defeat ended there.

I saw Stalin speak. "Then let's talk about negotiations with Romania."

At this time, the committee members present cheered up, because this issue is more important than dealing with the responsible person.

At this time, Molotov stood up and said. "I think that the current war has caused great losses to the people of the two countries, and it is not conducive to the current peaceful international environment. Therefore, in line with the principle of good-neighborliness and friendship, I believe that the international community can understand that this peace talks were initiated by our side. ”

Molotov continued to talk after saying that the Soviet side had proposed peace talks. "But while we are the first to speak for the peace proposal, I think we need to insist on a few conditions. First of all, the conflict was initiated by Romania, but in the spirit of peace, we will not pursue accountability. And in the interest of our sincerity for peace, neither side will be allowed to offer reparations to the other. ”

"The other two sides have clashed over the Helmec Mountains, and we can make concessions and recognize the area as Romanian, but only in this area. In addition, the two belligerents were to exchange captured and captured weapons, and both were required to return to the pre-conflict border before January 19319. ”

"In addition, the losses suffered by the population in the war ......"

Molotov invariably uttered terms that had been drawn up by people who were well versed in diplomacy. In general, the Soviet Union did not pay reparations, did not cede land, and recognized the ownership of Mount Hurmek by Romania, these are the main conditions.

After listening to Molotov's conditions, the committee members present talked with each other and exchanged their views. Overall, this diplomatic condition is in line with the wishes of those present. Although it is possible to mobilize troops to continue fighting, this does not conform to the current environment of Soviet peacebuilding.

And this battle also made many committee members see that the Soviet army still needs to be strengthened, otherwise it will not be enough to ensure the security of the country. So in the face of Molotov's proposal, no one objected.

And seeing that no one objected, Stalin spoke. "Since no one has spoken, then we will vote by a show of hands on whether or not to agree to carry out the proposal of Comrade Molotov."

"If you agree, please raise your hand."

Boom, everyone present raised their hands.

"Then the opinion of this peace talk was unanimously approved."

After the completion of the resolution, Stalin said to the chairman of the USSR State Planning Commission, V. V. Kuibyshev. "Comrade Kuibyshev, you stay."

"Okay, Comrade Stalin."

It was only when everyone else was gone that Stalin spoke. "Your planning committee, can you add a military industrial program to the five-year plan?"

Although Stalin was only in a consultative tone, Kuibyshev, who was in charge of the 15th Plan, naturally knew that he was giving orders to himself.

"Totally yes, Comrade Stalin. Just don't know what aspects to add. ”

Stalin thought about the telegram that Timoshenko sent to him, and said what he thought. "The main thing is the research and development of aircraft and tanks, and the navy also needs to be paid attention to."

A subsequent proposal to the navy, also because of the rapid development of the Romanian navy in recent years, already made Stalin feel threatened. Although this time it is only a land fight with Romania, but who knows whether Romania will use its navy in the next meeting. Moreover, the Black Sea coast of the USSR was a rich region, so it was natural to have a response. In particular, being taught a lesson by Romania several times in a row made Stalin urgently strengthen his army and navy to cope with the surrounding diplomatic environment.

But Stalin's words made Kuibyshev frown. "Aircraft and tank R&D can be added. However, if the navy adds more, it will affect the smooth completion of the First Five-Year Plan. ”

The development of aircraft and tanks is already in the obligatory program, and it does not matter if the resources are slightly tilted. However, the Navy's investment is much larger than that, and if you want the First Five-Year Plan to be successfully completed, it is best to implement it in the next plan year. This is what Kuibyshev had in his heart.

"Then add it to the Second Five-Year Plan, the Soviet Union can not only focus on domestic construction, but also need to strengthen the national defense cause."

Stalin was not an unreasonable person, and a little thought about it would indeed increase the difficulty of the First Five-Year Plan, so he still endured it.

"Yes, Comrade Stalin."