Mindanao is the second largest island in the Philippines after Luzon. It's just that compared to Luzon, it is the economic, port and political center of the Philippines. Today, Mindanao is deserted, and the entire island has a small population.

And this time Zhao Tiehu went to Davao, although it is nominally a city, it is actually not much bigger than a small town. In the past, the government sent out the officials there, but there were always accidents every three days, so that there is now anarchy.

In fact, although the whole of Mindanao is under the control of the U.S. military, the U.S. military's jurisdiction over Mindanao is extremely limited. As the island of Mindanao is large, there are only a few port cities close to the bay, and the US military attaches more importance to it.

But compared to the U.S. military's control of Luzon, Mindanao today looks chaotic. A large number of indigenous armed forces and indigenous peoples, relying on the fact that Mindanao is not developed, basically ignore the existence of the government in Mindanao.

In many cases, the government troops sent to the old island became the target of their robbery. Once the U.S. military dispatched a large force to clear it, these indigenous forces fled into the mountains and forests, making it impossible for the U.S. military to clear them at all.

In response to this situation, Zhao Tiehu told the consul that he hoped to have a more convenient place for development. After one last consideration, the consul decided to appoint Zhao Tiehu as the town guard of Davao.

In the Archon's view, the influx of Chinese into Manila was not entirely good for the U.S. military. During this time, Zhao Tiehu's prestige among the Chinese in Manila was greatly improved, and a large number of Chinese people moved in.

If this situation continues, the US military is also worried about the increase in Chinese in Manila, which will make the government have a certain fear of it. Now Zhao Tiehu is sent to Davao, and he also hopes that Zhao Tiehu will move the Chinese to Davao.

One does not want the number of Chinese in Manila to continue to increase, which will exacerbate the antagonism between Chinese and Bumiputera. One also wants to find a piece of land that is not controlled by the government, and secretly develop a base area that really belongs to the Chinese.

It was in this kind of situation that Zhao Tiehu became the town guard of Davao for the first time. And the U.S. military's control of Davao is more at the right time, sending a tax officer there to be responsible for tax collection.

But in the current chaotic state of Davao, where does the tax collection come from? Zhao Tiehu also said that if DaWo wants to really develop, the government should give more preferential policies to attract more people to DaWo to start a business and find employment.

After some bargaining, Zhao Tiehu won the preferential policy of opening a factory in Davao, which was tax-free in the first year, half-tax in the second year, and full tax in the third year. On this point, the consuls also agreed.

After all, Davao today doesn't have to say that it collects taxes, unless they send troops to accompany the warships. Otherwise, the government officials sent there will definitely not stay long before they are kidnapped or assassinated.

And Zhao Tiehu's business talent in Manila, as well as Zhao Tiehu's connections in the Chinese business circle. The Governor also felt that if Zhao Tiehu could really develop a wasteland like Davao, it would also be very beneficial to the US military.

With each side taking what they need, Zhao Tiehu began to set off, preparing to go to Davao to start building the permanent base of the Wolf Warrior. In Zhao Tiehu's vision, the entire island of Mindanao in the future will belong to the actual control area of the wolf warrior.

In the near future, Mindanao will also become a refuge for the Chinese in Nanyang. It's just that if he wants to do this, Zhao Tiehu still needs to continue to work hard to speed up the construction of Mindanao.

Otherwise, once the Japanese army launched an invasion of the countries of the South Seas, it was very likely that the tragedies that occurred back then would not be avoided. It is precisely because of this consideration that Zhao Tiehu has recently spared no expense in purchasing a large number of weapons and equipment.

In order to ensure the safety of his trip to Davao, Zhao Tiehu leased two gunboats from the Philippine and US Navy. As for why he didn't buy it, the reason was that Zhao Tiehu looked down on these warships of the US military currently stationed in the Philippines.

Of course, the most important point is that Zhao Tiehu plans to pick up cheap in the future. At least Zhao Tiehu knew that when the Japanese army invaded these Nanyang island countries in the future, it still captured many warships stationed in Nanyang countries.

What Zhao Tiehu really spent money on was not the US warships, but the US-made submarines. Even Zhao Tiehu was very unexpected, ordering four submarines from the US military at one time, intending to use them as a naval reserve for the wolf warrior.

In Zhao Tiehu's view, compared with the concealment of submarines, the price of warships is undoubtedly higher, and they are more attacked by the enemy. Submarines, on the other hand, are more suitable for transporting small batches of wolf warrior commandos to various island countries in the South China Sea to carry out surprise operations.

In short, if it weren't for the robbery of the little devil's bank a few times ago, a lot of money was raised for the wolf warrior. The expenses during this period of time, I'm afraid that Zhao Tiehu really can't support it. And most of these funds are now transferred to Citibank.

It is precisely because of the demand for funds, coupled with Zhao Tiehu's massive deposits in the bank. Even the agents of the US Congress and arms dealers also intend to let Manila give Zhao Tiehu more support.

The purpose is also very simple, that is, I hope to transfer all the funds that Zhao Tiehu deposited in Citibank into commercial purchases in the United States. For many Americans, they are far more interested in doing business than in war.

It's just that for Zhao Tiehu, it is impossible for him to be completely tied to the US army's chariot. After cooperating with Du Yuesheng, Zhao Tiehu also established a good relationship with Hong Kong's military and political officials.

Some equipment and supplies unique to the British army will also arrive in Davao in the future. As for Du Yuesheng's words, seeing that Zhao Tiehu has such a close relationship with foreigners such as Britain and the United States, he is also very dedicated to Zhao Tiehu's proposal to ask for help.

In the process of this help, Du Yuesheng is now in Hong Kong, and he is also a guest of many British businessmen and officials. As for the reason is very simple, Zhao Tiehu still entrusted Du Yuesheng to purchase some orders.

In this way, even if the Americans want to investigate, they will not find out that those orders were actually purchased by Zhao Tiehu. And Du Yuesheng's relationship with Chongqing made many people mistakenly think that he was purchasing for Chongqing.

Through Du Yuesheng or with the help of the Qinggang, Zhao Tiehu purchased two thousand-ton sea freighters. As for these freighters, they were naturally also purchased from the Green Gang. Earlier, most of these freighters were anchored in the names of foreigners.

As for the cargo ship of several hundred tons, Zhao Tiehu also entrusted Du Yuesheng to contact him on his behalf. All purchased freighters are currently anchored in the name of the U.S. military. Traveling between the ports of Nanyang and the mainland, the national flag of Merriken is hung.

With less than half a month left before the Spring Festival, Zhao Tiehu still chose to leave for Davao. The first batch of construction workers who went with him were more than 200 construction workers, and the remaining 300 people were wolf warrior mercenaries who arrived in Nanyang in batches.

When the fleet, escorted by two U.S. warships, successfully arrived at the small pier established in Davao. Seeing that this small wharf could not even dock a thousand-ton warship, Zhao Tiehu felt that the port also needed to be expanded.

With a company of U.S. troops brought by Harkes, the first to disembark and set guard at the docks. The natives of Davao Town, who live not far away, also seem a little worried. But as a large number of Chinese disembarked, these natives were even more surprised.

Not long after, the acting political officer appointed by the U.S. military earlier, with several town guards armed with guns, arrived at the dock to welcome the arrival of Harks and his party. It's just that what the native town warden didn't expect was that Hax directly ordered his arrest.

The arrested town guard said angrily, "Lieutenant Colonel Hax, what are you doing here?" ”

'What to do?' Look, this is an arrest warrant issued by the Governor, and you are charged with colluding with the rebels in an attempt to overthrow the government. If you feel wronged, you can appeal in Manila! Now, if you dare to resist, I will dare to execute you on the spot! ’

The town guard officer was arrested immediately, and the US military actually did not have much evidence. However, several of the political officials sent by the U.S. military to Davao earlier were all killed, and more or less the responsibility of this acting town guard officer.

And this time Zhao Tiehu came to take office, he naturally wanted to clean up these acting town guards. As for the capture of the town guard, it may cause a revolt from the natives of Davao Town, and the more than 300 wolf warrior mercenaries brought by Zhao Tiehu are not vegetarians!

When the U.S. military arrested the acting town guard, Zhao Tiehu also ordered: "Big head, take a team of people and enter the town to take over the town government." If anyone resists, you are authorized to shoot and suppress it. The residence of the town guard was also strictly controlled. ”

'Yes, young master! ’

Accompanied by Li Hao led a team of 100 wolf veterans, ran into Davao Town, and after completely locking down the entire town, he took over the town office and the residence of the town keeper.

When entering the town guard's residence to search, Li Hao and others also encountered the resistance of the armed guards of the town guard's house. For these indigenous armed guards, Li Hao was naturally unceremonious and ordered the soldiers to kill all these indigenous guards.

After a search and interrogation, many people found trust in the town guard's home to some rebel groups in Mindanao. In addition, there are several domestic servants of the town guard who are afraid of death, and take the initiative to report the crime of the town guard.

After getting these evidences, Zhao Tiehu smiled and said, "Congratulations, Lieutenant Colonel Harkes, it seems that you have made meritorious contributions again this time!" With this credit, you may be able to uncover the rebels in Mindanao, the traitors who are currently hiding in the government. ”

'Thank you! Chen, you are really my lucky star, it seems that I have come here with you this time, and I really came to the right place! ’

With these tones and confessions, it undoubtedly made Hax better to explain to the above. Although the governor issued an arrest warrant, it was more of a request from Zhao Tiehu. After all, Zhao Tiehu didn't want other voices in the place he managed.

Even in Zhao Tiehu's vision, the population living in Davao in the future must be mainly Chinese. As for the words of the indigenous people, if they obeyed, Zhao Tiehu would not be wiped out.

If the indigenous people resisted, Zhao Tiehu would still resort to bloody suppression. At worst, they will send people to send these indigenous people to other places where the indigenous people gather, so that they can fend for themselves. And the future of Davao must be controlled by the Chinese!