Chapter 2 Cologne
Two hours later, the plane landed slowly in Cologne.
Xu Jun did not rush off the plane, but ran to the cockpit first, and he praised and thanked the pilots for this smooth journey. Then he led his men to the hatch.
A crew member had been standing there for a long time, and when he saw Xu Jun coming over, he immediately opened the hatch, and then stood up to salute. Xu Jun patted the air force soldier's shoulder approvingly, then adjusted his military uniform and stepped out of the cabin, leaving the soldier standing next to the cabin excitedly.
As soon as Xu Jun stepped out of the hatch, he was stunned by the scene in front of him. A long red carpet was laid on the ground. On either side of the carpet were two rows of heavily armed Army soldiers. Far behind the soldiers stood a row of SS flag bearers, each of whom held an elaborate Nazi flag in his hand. The SS soldiers lined up in a line to block the frenzied shouts of the citizens of Cologne behind them, and small Nazi flags were waving everywhere in the crowd, and countless Nazi slogans and welcome banners were fluttering everywhere.
When Xu Jun just appeared at the hatch, those citizens immediately erupted in cheers. Then a burst of rousing military music rang out. All the soldiers immediately stood up and saluted Xu Jun.
Xu Jun was almost scared back into the cabin by this. When did a young student of Chinese history ever see such a scene? But he immediately reacted that he was now the deputy head of Germany, a cabinet minister, and a general in the army. Of course, the small city of Cologne has to do its best to show itself in front of a big man like himself. Thinking of this, Xu Jun calmed down, and then walked to the red carpet with his chest held up. Learn from the leaders you've seen on TV before. A serious review of the two rows of German soldiers got up.
At the end of the carpet stood a group of government officials and officers, large and small. Government officials all wore their standard courtesy uniforms with Nazi armbands. The officers also wore crisp military uniforms, with various medals and medals, and their leather boots were shiny.
Xu Jun walked majestically in front of the group of people and stood still. Immediately, a short middle-aged official in the middle came up and said to Xu Jun with a smile on his face: "I am the mayor of Cologne, Shire. Spiffen. On behalf of all the citizens of Cologne, we warmly welcome to the distinguished Deputy Führer to Cologne and express our heartfelt congratulations and thanks to the Deputy Führer for such a glorious service to the Third Reich in France. ”
Xu Jun ignored him first, and he turned his head to look at Hans suspiciously.
Hans also looked inexplicable, and whispered to Xu Jun: "I didn't tell them, I don't know how they know." ”
The mayor was obviously hard of hearing, and he heard Hans's whispered words.
He immediately showed a look of surprise.
"What, is the Führer so difficult not to know that your exploits have been recited throughout Germany? Oh, maybe you've been fighting on the French front, don't know. At noon today, Radio Berlin broadcast the news to the whole nation that you had led our brave German soldiers to annihilate the despicable and sneak attack of the British ** team. The merit of His Excellency the Deputy Führer in saving a broken German division in danger and leading them in destroying two brigades of the enemy is truly admirable. You are the pride of our German Nazi Party, the pride of the Army, the pride of the entire Third Reich, and you have now become an idol of our young Germans. Since noon, dozens of celebratory marches have been taking place in the streets of Cologne, organized by the citizens of Cologne. As soon as they heard that you were coming, they rushed to the airport from all corners and were already waiting for you here for three hours. ”
Xu Jun looked back at the Cologne citizens. When they saw Xu Jun looking back at them, they let out even more fervent cheers.
Looking at those fanatical citizens and the fluttering Nazi flags, Xu Jun suddenly thought of something.
He leaned into Hans's ear and whispered: "There are not many people who can make the Berlin radio station publicize our victory, and even fewer who can understand everything and arrange it in such a short time. You should be able to guess who did it by now. ”
"Borman!"
Xu Jun and Hans said the name at the same time.
"Only that guy would work so hard to promote you, and he would never miss an opportunity to make you more famous." Hans said with a smile.
Xu Jun nodded with a wry smile, and then turned back to the mayor and said: "I really didn't expect that the small feats I made could have such a big repercussion, that is actually my obligation as a moral official." ”
"Don't be too modest, Your Excellency the Deputy Führer. Come, allow me to introduce you to the other officials of our municipality of Cologne, who is the mayor of the city......"
Every time the mayor introduced one, the official stepped forward and shook hands with Xu Jun excitedly, and Xu Jun also greeted them with a smile.
When it came time to introduce the officers, the officers refused the mayor's introduction, but stepped forward themselves, loudly reporting their names, ranks, and positions, with respect and admiration on their faces.
Xu Jun saluted them one by one. Looking at those excited officers, Xu Jun secretly took a chance, if he didn't know a little about military affairs and knew history, then now that he was in a British prisoner of war camp, where would there be a chance for these proud German officers to worship.
Then the mayor came up and said, "Your Excellency, please say a few words to the citizens of Cologne. ”
"Talk?"
"Yes, we are all ready, and the townspeople are very eager for the Deputy Führer to address them."
"But I wasn't prepared at all."
"It's okay, just say a few words, and everyone will be satisfied, otherwise everyone will be disappointed." Other officers and officers were also gossiping and agitating.
Xu Jun looked back at his subordinates in embarrassment, but found that they were all looking at him with expectant eyes one by one, and Xu Jun couldn't help but be angry on the spot.
In desperation, Xu Jun had no choice but to climb onto the podium built for him on the runway.
When Xu Jun stepped onto the podium, the citizens who were still making a loud noise just now suddenly stopped shouting, and the audience was suddenly silent. Everyone looked at Xu Jun with adoring and admiration fanatical eyes.
Xu Jun was also stunned, didn't the leader in the movie shout "be quiet" before speaking? How is it different here. I can't help but express my sincere admiration for the high discipline of the Germans.
Now that I've been caught up on the shelf, what should I say next? Xu Jun lowered his head, thought for a while, and made up his mind.
Xu Jun raised his head into the microphone and said, "Dear citizens of Cologne, soldiers, I am very happy to be here in Cologne. ”
There was a round of applause below.
"Although I haven't been here before, I've heard my grandfather talk about this beautiful city since I was very young. The Romans built a military fortress here 2,000 years ago, and two centuries ago she dominated Europe with her architecture, commerce, academia and manufacturing! You can really be proud to live in such a great city! ”
Another tsunami-like round of applause rang out.
"German citizens, I am grateful to have welcomed me here. I am also grateful to everyone for their congratulations on my victory. But you must not forget that this victory was not won by my own strength, but by the blood of thousands of brave German soldiers. If it weren't for those soldiers fighting bloodily in front, I would not have been able to achieve such a brilliant victory anyway! And you, you are the strong backing of those soldiers.
It was because of you who were working hard for the revival of the German nation that the soldiers on the front line were able to fight with peace of mind. Thanks to your hard work, the soldiers have weapons to fight the enemy, because of your hard work, the soldiers have warm clothing, and because of your hard work, the soldiers are able to eat delicious food. It was thanks to your efforts and sacrifices for the Third Reich that I was able to lead my brave German soldiers to victory.
Therefore, my victory does not belong to me, it belongs to you, it belongs to the German people, it is the victory of the great German nation! ”
Hearing this, the citizens of Cologne erupted, cheering feverishly, clamoring, desperately shouting slogans and clapping. Xu Jun paused for a moment with his hands on his waist, and the sound below surged up like a tide.
Xu Jun shouted into the microphone. "German citizens!"
The voices below began to slowly quiet down, and the citizens of Cologne desperately suppressed their excitement and looked at the young deputy Führer on the stage.
"German citizens, our great Führer once told us that the German nation is a great nation. Today, we have clearly demonstrated this to our enemies with our victories! Here, I ask you not to be complacent about the small victory in front of us. Yes, I call it a small victory! Because it will be nothing compared to the victories we will achieve in the future! Our great Führer will lead the German nation to even greater victories! By then, we will be on top of the world! So, let's all fight for that day! Keep fighting! I'm done talking! ”
"Long live the Führer!"
"Long live the Deputy Führer"
"Long live the Third Reich!"
The citizens below went completely crazy, and they shouted hooray with all their might! Everyone saluted Xu Jun with a fascist salute. In an instant, a sea of diagonally raised arms appeared in front of Xu Jun.
Xu Jun hurriedly returned the fascist salute to the crowd under the stage, and walked off the podium quickly, and the two teams of German soldiers desperately blocked the excited crowd that wanted to rush up, clearing an aisle for Xu Jun.
Xu Jun walked up to Hans and whispered to Hans, "Tell them to get their cars ready, and we'll get out of here immediately." ”
Hans finally calmed down from his excitement, and he was also excited by Xu Jun's speech.
"Yes, General, I'll let them drive the car over at once."
"Your Excellency, you are truly my eternal role model!" Randolph burst into tears of emotion.
And Daogen didn't say a word, and he walked towards Xu Jun with a fascist salute!
In the army, because they are all army soldiers and officers, in order not to arouse the disgust of the officers, they always salute the army. Now on German soil, they have reverted to the SS style.
Because he had seen too many films and photos of the Third Reich before, Xu Jun had become accustomed to this kind of etiquette. Although it looks quite spiritual, Xu Jun really doesn't dare to compliment what this kind of ceremony represents.
What a tragedy! I could not have imagined that I, who had always spurned the fascist barbaric system, would have the time to salute this infamous salute to thousands of people.
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