The first National University Games and the China Commodity Expo opened as scheduled, and on the stands of the newly completed Nanjing Gymnasium, 50,000 Nanjing citizens and representatives from all over the country were crowded, and on the rostrum sat more than 100 consular officials of various countries, responsible persons of multinational companies, and civil and military officials of the Nanjing camp, and a 30-member condolence observation group sent by the central political axe was also on top of it.

The grand and warm opening ceremony was full of variety and refreshing.

From the magnificent scene of tens of thousands of people singing "Song of the Yangtze River" at the beginning, to the entrance ceremony that lasted for an hour and was full of national colors, to the final performance of 3,000 Nanjing college students and 3,000 officers and men of the garrison force, every program aroused overwhelming cheers, tens of thousands of people were fascinated and proud, and various countries were stunned and amazed at the program.

Just as the mainstream media such as "China Times" and "Zilin Xibao" lamented, the grand opening ceremony carefully organized and planned by the Nanjing camp can no longer be described by two pale words of success, this is a grand event to show China's hope and strength, and it is a huge stage to show the cohesion and indomitable spirit of the Chinese people.

As the main planner behind the scenes, Xiao Yimin watched the football match after the opening ceremony with great interest, and the Sichuan University team defeated the Shanghai Tongji Medical Team 7:0 The disparity in scores, which not only surprised Xiao Yimin, but also shocked tens of thousands of spectators and envoys from various countries.

Nestled between Qingliang Mountain and Stone Town, the Nanjing Xingying Office Building is a majestic five-storey building with a 72-metre-long, 24-metre-wide and 36-metre-high foundation and main frame entirely made of reinforced concrete, which can accommodate up to 800 people.

The 12 huge columns on the front of the building and the iron-gray heavy eaves roof skillfully blend Chinese and Western architectural styles, which looks so simple and elegant, and leaves a deep impression on people.

Xiao Yimin, who walked out of the elevator and entered the top-floor office, had no smile on his face, as if the good mood brought by the opening ceremony had disappeared, and entering the spacious and concise office, Xiao Yimin waved his entourage to retreat, leaving only Yang Du and Wang Zhengting, who arrived in advance.

"Don't say anything."

Xiao Yimin's words made Yang Du and Wang Zhengting quite embarrassed, and the two saw Xiao Yimin take out a set of exquisite purple sand tea sets, take out a small tin tea can, and start to work, and their hearts suddenly swelled with emotion.

After drinking three cups of valuable tea, Xiao Yimin's mood seemed to be slightly better, he added new tea to the two of them, and finally stopped, looked at Wang Zhengting with a complicated expression, and said in a low voice:

"Rutang, if it weren't for you, the expo and the sports meeting wouldn't have been opened, and there wouldn't be a good situation in Nanjing today, I really can't bear you to go!"

Wang Zhengting's eyes were red, his throat fluttered a few times, but in the end, he couldn't say a word.

Yang Du hurriedly smiled: "Yanjing is not far from Nanjing, even if you go to Europe, you can often telegraph." ”

Wang Zhengting finally stabilized his mood and looked at Xiao Yimin with a reluctant face: "Handsome, the Zhengting is grateful to you, grateful for your trust and cultivation in the Zhengting, and grateful for giving the Zhengting the opportunity to realize its ideals and ambitions......"

Xiao Yimin waved his hand and interrupted Wang Zhengting's words: "Don't talk about this, if Tang Zhaoyi hadn't done too much and was ousted by Duan Zhiquan, Duan Zhiquan and the two courts would not have poached you from me, alas! I know I should be happy and proud of your promotion, but I ...... in my heart."

Wang Zhengting finally shed tears, and Yang Du was also deeply moved, in the lives of the two, there has never been a person in a position as sincere and frank as Xiao Yimin, so affectionate and righteous.

Xiao Yimin started to make tea again, Yang Du and Wang Zhengting both knew that this was Xiao Yimin's habitual way of adjusting his excitement.

After a long time, Xiao Yimin squeezed out a smile: "I didn't know that Duan Zhiquan would poach people from our Nanjing camp, and I didn't expect that after the change, the two houses and the two governments would appoint Rutang and Shaochuan as the chief and deputy foreign ministers at the same time, I should be proud of it!" Ha ha...... Well, since we all have to focus on the overall situation, and we can't change the resolution passed by the special meeting of the Central Committee, we have no choice but to accept it, but, Confucianism, there is a long way to go! ”

Wang Zhengting folded the handkerchief gently, raised his head, and said solemnly: "Zhengting must implement the four major diplomatic principles of the great marshal into every diplomatic work, and strive for the greatest interests of the country and the nation!" ”

Xiao Yimin nodded: "The war in Europe is coming to an end, and the next thing is the political distribution of the spoils, and the struggle for interests between the victorious countries will also tend to be white-hot, and we, as a member of the allies, must strive for the benefits we should obtain, even if we pay more, we will not hesitate!"

"I think you and Shaochuan will encounter many difficulties in our work in the coming year, and even encounter discrimination and national sentiment hurt, but for the sake of the country and the nation, any price is worth paying, including me, Xiao Yimin."

"Xie Dashuai!"

Wang Zhengting is grateful for Xiao Yimin's continued understanding and support.

Xiao Yimin waved his hand again: "You thank me, who should I thank?" Don't say these things that are unseemly, I just hope that after you arrive in Yanjing, you will take advantage of this rare opportunity to relax and boldly change the outdated and bad habits and many ills in the affairs of our country and other affairs, and on the basis of adhering to the four principles, you can completely adopt a more flexible and enlightened way of working.

Before Shaochuan rushed to the United States for a visit a few days ago, I had a long exchange with him on the international situation after the end of the war, including Sino-US, Sino-British, Sino-French, Sino-German, and Sino-Chinese relations, as well as the current situation and bright prospects of Sino-US cooperation.

Wang Zhengting immediately straightened up and listened carefully to Xiao Yimin's opinion.

Xiao Yimin continued: "I will actively cooperate with you, with practical actions and various interest exchanges, as much as possible to remove some major obstacles to your diplomatic work, for example, the bidding ceremony for the three inter-provincial railways in the south to be held at the expo site tomorrow is one of the important plans to combat the arrogance of the book and curb the aggressive ambitions of the country."

"At the same time, I will use the huge market and take advantage of the strict investment access system since the Manchu Qing Dynasty to tie up the interests of Britain and the United States in China as much as possible with ours, so as to prompt the withdrawal of our troops from Qingdao and Northeast China as soon as possible. Rapidly expand its international influence and interests in China. ”

In the past six months or so, Xiao Yimin's political stance and diplomatic methods have made Wang Zhengting and the entire camp deeply admired, and Wang Zhengting has also worn off many sharp edges and corners of his surname, and has become more open and pragmatic in the subtle way, so he very much agrees with Xiao Yimin's position and views, and admires Xiao Yimin's keen political vision and novel and flexible political methods.

"Marshal, tell Rutang about Sino-German relations, because there are too many military secrets involved, Rutang may not know much about the current Sino-German relations." Yang Du suggested.

Xiao Yimin readily agreed: "This is also the confidential information I want to introduce to Rutang next, Rutang, you can just keep it in your heart, and you don't need to reveal it in the slightest." ”

Wang Zhengting's heart sank: "Understood! “

Xiao Yimin took a deep breath and slowly exhaled: "Sino-German relations have always been very delicate, and you know the reasons for this, I won't say more, just talk about things that may affect Sino-German relations now and in the future." It is no secret that the relationship between the German political axe and our camp in Nanking has always been very good, and the relationship between the German side and me personally is even closer!

"However, so far, no one knows that the three major chaebols such as Morgan and Rockefeller in the United States are already preparing for Germany's post-war reconstruction, in order to curb the further expansion of Britain and France in Europe and the African continent, for the long-term interests of the United States, and for the sake of huge wealth, the Americans will participate in European affairs on a large scale after the war, and the most direct, effective and high-sounding means are undoubtedly under the banner of post-war reconstruction and revitalization of the European economy."

Wang Zhengting was taken aback, this situation was far beyond the scope of his understanding, and it caused a strong shock in his heart.

Xiao Yimin said with a smile: "Don't worry, this news is absolutely accurate, but many people do not realize the mystery and cannot deeply understand the meaning, in fact, to put it bluntly, that is, a new game between major powers, which was rare before, but will be more and more in the future, just like many politicians in our country did not think that economic penetration was also a means of aggression." ”

"My subordinates have seen Dashuai's internally published "Game Theory", which is not only refreshing, but also thought-provoking, and has benefited his subordinates a lot!" Wang Zhengting said with deep feelings.

In addition to brand-new military theories and a large number of examples, it also includes economic restraint or support, cultural influence, the power of public opinion and the means of application, etc., the powerful Sichuan army relied on Xiao Yimin's set to defeat half of China, therefore, as long as it is extended, it will be found that Xiao Yimin's theory and means are also applicable to the game between countries.

Xiao Yimin knew that Wang Zhengting had correctly understood what he meant, so he asked, "Do you remember the last time you asked me why I attached great importance to Qiongya Island, which hangs lonely on the sea?" ”

Wang Zhengting suddenly realized something, stared at Xiao Yimin nervously, his whole body tense and didn't dare to move.

Xiao Yimin stood up and walked to the filing cabinet, opened the cabinet door, took out a well-made leather cartridge from inside, returned to his position and sat down, took out one of the maps and handed it to Wang Zhengting: "Confucianism will take a look first, and then talk after reading it." ”

Yang Du hurriedly removed the quilt on the coffee table, Wang Zhengting took the map, slowly spread it out, looked at it carefully, and suddenly stood up with a low cry, and looked at Xiao Yimin with a smile on his face in shock.

(To be continued)