Nanniwan is located in the southern part of the Yan River, about 45 kilometers northwest of Yan'an. The average annual temperature here is 8.1 degrees, and it belongs to the source of the Fenchuan River, with an area of about 365 square kilometers. With an annual rainfall of 500 to 600 mm, the soil is yellow clay and paddy soil, and the forest and grass coverage rate is 81 percent, making it an ideal place for the development of forestry, animal husbandry and fishery. It can be said that Nanniwan is a unique area in Yan'an, because of the vertical and horizontal ravines here, it has been in a deserted state for a long time.

One of the purposes of Ouyang Jian's visit to Shaanxi and Gansu is to develop Nanniwan, and the story of Nanniwan must be spread. On this day, Ouyang Jian, accompanied by Xu Xiangqian and other generals, appeared at the boundary of Nanniwan. The ravines here are vertical and horizontal, and the flat land is scarce, but the water and grass here are abundant, the scenery is pleasant, and the taste of plugging the south of the Yangtze River is seen from afar. Ascending to a high point, everyone held up a telescope to observe. After a while, Ouyang Jian put down his binoculars and said: "As the saying goes, the people of Taoism regard food as the sky, and food is the top priority, if this land is reclaimed, it can completely solve the food ration problem of the border district government." Rice can be grown in areas with abundant water, wheat and grain can be grown on flat land, and grazing can be grazed on hillside areas with abundant weeds. In addition, it is necessary to plan carefully, and plant trees in places that are not suitable for reclamation, so that water can be conserved. ”

"There is a ban on the felling of trees here, and that's a hard and fast rule. There are many small rivers in Nanniwan that can be fully utilized, and water conservancy construction should be carried out on a large scale, and a large number of rice should be planted along both sides of the river, because rice is a high-yield crop. To vigorously develop the aquaculture industry, the supply of non-staple food is particularly important. In the future, if the output here becomes large-scale, the remaining part can be put into the market for profit, and the living standards of the troops will be continuously improved. Ouyang Jian knew that in 41 years, during the most difficult period of the Anti-Japanese War, Nanniwan was developed. It is now 34 years, and the development of Nanniwan is 7 years ahead of schedule.

"Chief of the General Staff, your portrayal is too good, I am ready to throw a division of troops into Nanniwan! I hope you can plan it out. "You can make a preliminary plan, but you need to complete it yourself. My requirements are very strict, and I must develop them in a planned manner in accordance with the laws of natural development. The natural conditions in the western region are harsh, and blind development cannot be carried out with a definite purpose. In order to maintain the beauty of the mountains and rivers and prevent soil erosion, we must look to the future for the sake of future generations. The reason for soil erosion I am talking about is very simple, the slopes that should not be planted, especially those above 30 degrees, should maintain the original original ecology, and in addition to planting a large number of trees ・・・・・・. ”

Ouyang Jian stayed in Nanniwan for 10 days, during which he traveled all over the ravines and ravines here and grasped first-hand information. He inspected during the day and used the evening time to make a detailed development plan for Nanniwan according to the topography and landform of Nanniwan, and put the favorable factors and unfavorable factors into what should be avoided in the development process? What to pay attention to? are detailed and formed into clauses, requiring strict implementation. During the inspection, the 3rd Division of the First Army was ordered to pull up, and soon according to the plan, it was divided into brigades and regiments. Before Ouyang Jian left, he concentrated on opening a small stove for officers above the battalion level of the 3rd Division, emphasizing that the steps and precautions for developing Nanniwan were of great significance.

On the day Ouyang Jian left Nanniwan, he borrowed a batch of grain from Zhang Xueliang and transported it to Nanniwan, just like timely rain to create the necessary conditions for the development of Nanniwan. On the way back to Yan'an, Xu Xiangqian sincerely admired: "Brother Ouyang, they all say that you turn stones into gold, which is true. The key is that you are resolute and do what you say without dragging your feet. In particular, the blueprint of Nanniwan you depicted seems to let the officers and soldiers see the scene of plugging the south of the Yangtze River in the future. At present, the military and political cadres who have come from Jiangxi to support have brought a new atmosphere, and they are full of enthusiasm and hope for the future. ”

"Our job is to give hope to everyone, and that's the most important thing. Therefore, the Shaanxi and Gansu base areas should become models in the western region, so that they can exert tremendous influence. In particular, the people in the base areas are living a better life, and they are more convincing than any preaching, and in a word, we communists want to make the people's lives better, and we communists must not talk empty words or big words, but the great truth of serving the people wholeheartedly. "Brother Ouyang, listening to you is always so inspiring."

Xu Xiangqian seemed to remember something and said confusedly: "Zhang Xueliang and Yang Hucheng are so generous, it is incredible, could it be that this is also a military secret?" "Zhang Yang and the others are not fools, how can there be a free lunch in the world. In order to get the support of Zhang Yang, I gave him a great gift and a real northwest development plan. Then Ouyang Jian told the matter of plotting Qinghai and continued: "Zhang Yang and the others know in their hearts that they are a ragtag army, and Lao Jiang will not take special care of them. Eradicating dissidents is Lao Chiang's long-term strategy, so if the two of them want to develop, they can only create a stable base area, and my other purpose is to make Lao Chiang pay more attention to the west. ”

"At present, we are rooted in Jiangxi and Fujian, and our military strength is getting stronger and stronger, maybe only we can make Lao Jiang submit in the future, and Zhang Yang is so attentive to leave a way back for himself. I have heard reports from people from the enemy's Ministry of Industry that there are a large number of Communist Party members in Yang Hucheng's troops, and Yang Hucheng knew that he was resigned to it, which shows that Yang Hucheng had already had the idea of leaving a way back. There are certain variables in Zhang Xueliang's Northeast Army, but we are the object of unity. I have already warned the enemy's Ministry of Engineering that it must be cautious in recruiting party members in the Northeast Army, so as not to cause friction. ”

"Plot against Qinghai and get the treasure. Then take control of Xinjiang. Good strategy, Zhang Yang and the two are fools if they don't accept it. Brother Ouyang, you are killing three birds with one stone. "There is no problem in taking Qinghai with Zhang Xueliang's strength, and when my plan becomes a reality, the two of them will follow us with all their hearts." In the future, I will sell them weapons, and I will have to tie them firmly to our chariots, which is called boiling frogs in warm water. In time, they will have to act according to our baton, and that is what we are for. ”

"This is a big game of chess, and it is simply shocking that such a long-term strategy operates invisibly. We are more confident that we have such a strategy at the headquarters. Xu Xiangqian looked refreshed and praised. Next, I want to visit Yan Xishan and get this iron abacus, I can't let him always plan on his own one-third of an acre, for fear that others will rob him of his territory. Yan Xishan's ability and luck are mixed, and he was able to build an independent kingdom in Shanxi, relying on Shanxi's unique natural conditions. The eastern part of Shanxi is the Taihang Mountains, the western part is the Yellow River moat, the northern part is the Wutai Mountain, and the southern part is the Zhongtiao Mountain, which was given to him by God. ”

"Yes, Yan Xishan has been worry-free for so many years, completely because of the unique natural conditions. Shanxi can't be inserted into the water, and it is completely an independent kingdom. "The next step is to visit Yan Xishan, resolve the contradictions between them, and coexist peacefully with each other. In addition, I want him to contribute to the great cause of resistance against Japan. As he spoke, he arrived at the bank of the Yan River, and the war horse was obviously thirsty when he didn't move, Ouyang Jian took out his pocket watch and glanced at it and said, "Brother Xu, it's almost noon, and we'll dine by the river." I'll catch a few fish, let's eat grilled fish, my grilled fish is very good wow! ”

The people dismounted, mixed the ropes on the horses, and let the horses drink water and eat the grass by the river. The guard Xiao Wang took out the fishing gear, and when Ouyang Jian was ready, Xiao Wang used a shovel to dig earthworms as bait. The other four special combat team members quickly paddled and picked up the grass to make a bracket, and seemed to be familiar with the road. In this era, there were fishermen, and there were very few fishing. Xu Xiangqian looked at Ouyang Jian fiddling with fishing gear with interest, while listening to Ouyang Jian explain the origin of fishing gear.

Ouyang Jian fiddled with the fishing rod, and the guard Xiao Wang also dug up a few earthworms. Ouyang Jian was dazzled and threw the fish hook into the river, the white fish float was made of pheasant wings, and the red Dao was painted on it, which was very conspicuous. Then Ouyang Jian sprinkled steamed bun dregs into the river, and within a few minutes, Ouyang Jian dragged up a half-foot-long grass root. The river began to turn over and the water became mixed, and you could even see fish ridges sticking out of the water. "Haha, I didn't expect the fish here to be so thick." Ouyang Jian shouted excitedly.

In less than half an hour, dozens of half-foot-long fish were caught. Four special combat team members cleaned up their hands and feet, and one special combat team member was in charge of grilling the fish, which soon became fragrant and mouth-watering. After an hour, Ouyang Jian put away the fishing rod and came to the campfire. "Brother Ouyang, this fish is smeared with chili sauce, the taste is unique and delicious!" Xu Xiangqian tasted it carefully and praised it. "This is the chili sauce I configured in Jiangxi, although I am a northerner, but I have been in the south for a long time and stew is inseparable from chili peppers, and I have become a local custom."

"I'm from Shanxi, and stewing can't do without vinegar!" "If you smear it with vinegar, it won't be the taste of grilled fish, and the taste can become a delicacy," Ouyang Jian picked up the military kettle and took a sip of wine after speaking, and said: "But Shanxi's Fenjiu is mellow and sweet, and today you and I will take the fish and meat to drink." The subordinates ate the fragrant grilled fish, and quickly finished eating and withdrew. While tasting the fragrant fish and drinking, the two continued to talk about the topic. The picnic adds a different kind of emotion, and the wine may be some kind of bond, prompting a deeper exchange of excitement between the two.

"Brother Ouyang, as far as I know, Yan Laoxi is not easy to deal with, this person is exquisite, the city government is very deep, and he has a very good way of governing Shanxi. For his own interests, he can do anything, and Feng Yuxiang was deceived by him in the Central Plains War, and heard that he had dealings with the Japanese. During the peace talks last year, the Jin army suddenly launched an attack on us, and I am afraid that the Japanese were behind the scenes. "That's what interests are driven, and the Japanese will definitely give him benefits. With Yan Laoxi's shrewdness, he will be measured, and in general he is patriotic and will not wear a pair of pants with the Japanese. Shanxi is his territory, and it is not easy for the Japanese to pay attention to him. ”

"Yan Xishan cares a lot about reputation and has traditional moral concepts, so we don't have to worry about dealing with Japan. This man is a calculating man, and I want to use that to make him do at our pace. It's not a conspiracy or a conspiracy, what we're planning is a few years later, he can't see it, or the sentence of boiling frogs in warm water. This time I'm going to take the bait and lead him by the nose. To deal with him is to do what he likes, and if he is not a shrewd person, it will be difficult to do it. ”

"This time I went to Shanxi, I also want to see another person, this person is Yan Xishan's descendant Fu Zuoyi. At present, this person leads the 35th Army to garrison Suiyuan and serves as the chairman of Suiyuan Province. Suiyuan is the gateway to the northern part of the Shaanxi-Gansu-Ningbo Border Region, so we must have a good relationship with Fu Zuoyi. This person is very upright among the generals of the Jin army and has a good character. The Japanese army implemented the Manchurian and Mongolian policies, and there were variables in the Mongolian steppe. If war breaks out, the Japanese army will not give up on the fat piece of Shanxi. As far as I know, the Japanese army has already begun to formulate a plan to plot Shanxi. ”

"In the future, Suiyuan will become a strategic point, and I want to help Fu Zuoyi." "The Japanese army is ready to move in the Beijing-Tianjin area, constantly carrying out military provocations, and it is always full of gunpowder and makes people anxious." "Once the Japanese army attacked, the 29th Army could not hold the Beijing-Tianjin area at all, but the main peace faction of the Nationalist Government had the upper hand and was afraid of clashes with the Japanese army. Japan is not ready now, and the international situation is also constraining him. We are running out of time, so we must do our best to meet the outbreak of war, which I judge will not be more than three years. ”

Ouyang Jian knew very well in his heart that there was no point in lobbying on the front line, and stepping up preparations on the 2nd and 3rd lines was the top priority. Fighting the Japanese army to the death is undoubtedly hitting the stone with an egg, and the Japanese army must be driven crazy, so that all the preparations can play a huge role. Xu Xiangqian's face also became grim when he heard this, and a sense of pride rose in his heart.