Regarding He Zhengdao's proposal to temporarily suspend the negotiations, He Yingqin also knew that He Zhengdao and the three of them also needed to ask the above for instructions on the matters he had proposed earlier. As for the matter of paying the Eighth Route Army, why didn't he need to ask for instructions?

Even if Lao Jiang had given him some power to call the shots before, it can be seen from He Zhengdao's performance that this time the Eighth Route Army is 'not calling rabbits and not scattering eagles', without any substantive benefits, and it is difficult to achieve the purpose of his trip.

Returning to the temporary resting place prepared by He Zhengdao for them, Zhou Enlai and He Yingqin, who were in charge of the negotiations, each reported some of the things involved in the talks to their respective top leaders as quickly as possible.

Mao Taizu, who was also paying attention to today's negotiations, looked at the telegram sent by the telegraph operator, and said at a glance: "Lao Jiang really looks up to that kid!" The commander of the new 67th Army is still a general! ”

Regarding Lao Jiang's promotion and the number given, Mao Taizu saw through the calculations of the Central Army at a glance. But the question is, even if he knows that it is the calculation of the Central Army, how can he refuse the name of the new 67th Army?

Thinking of this, Mao Taizu immediately said: "Call the headquarters of the Eighth Route Army, and the matter will be decided by the commander-in-chief." The opinion of the central side is to eat the candy and shoot the cannonball back. This number, we want it! ”

'Yes, Chairman! ’

The headquarters of the Eighth Route Army, which received the telegram, was equally shocked by the news. Seeing the news that the Central Army had promoted He Zhengdao to general, Mr. Peng sneered: "What a calculation! A general and division commander, they are really willing! ”

Facing Mr. Peng's sneer, Mr. Zhu said with a smile: "I think Lao Jiang's capital is still very thick!" Wouldn't it be nice that we have two more main divisions and an independent brigade with the number of an army?

In the past, we asked them for the number, but they still dragged it out. Now that they offer to give, why don't we? Captain, although it is a bit nondescript. But if you really want to talk about it, Xiao He's merits are worthy of this rank.

The most important thing is that Lao Jiang wants us to squeeze out Xiao He internally, judging from the current situation, do you think it is possible? Not to mention our headquarters, just the other main divisions, who don't owe this kid a favor?

It seems to me that we will eat this sugar-coated cannonball. Although a twenty-two-year-old second-class general seems somewhat shocking. But if this kid is in the Central Army, with his combat record, is he not worthy of this rank?

What's more, have you ever seen that kid wearing Lao Jiang's school uniform? Even if he is promoted to lieutenant general, don't you usually see us old people, don't you also have an old chief? This kid doesn't take the rank given by Lao Jiang seriously at all.

At the moment, it is rare for Lao Jiang to give us a military number, do you think we can push it out? Moreover, the independent column is in the name of an independent division, and in fact, its strength is afraid that it has far exceeded the establishment of an army.

With such a number, we can still do a lot in the future. And I think that if this kid is promoted to general, he needs to deal with people from the central army in the future, so I believe it will be very effective! ”

Compared with Mr. Peng, who was worried about He Zhengdao's promotion, it would make other main division commanders have opinions. But in Mr. Zhu's opinion, he cares too much about the military rank given by the government, which shows that such a person is only afraid that he is not on the side of the Eighth Route Army.

Even among the ten main division commanders now, there are still people with the rank of major general. However, in the central part of the country, there is also the headquarters of the Eighth Route Army, and the ten main division commanders are all treated equally, and they do not feel that there is any difference between high and low.

If it weren't for the current situation, it would not be suitable for the Eighth Route Army to implement military reform, and Mr. Zhu also felt that no one would have any opinion on awarding the same military rank to these division commanders. After all, they were the Eighth Route Army, not the Central Army of the National Government.

Besides, whether it is a lieutenant general or an admiral. As for the government, in addition to sending the deputy military rank, the government selectively forgot all the treatment that the lieutenant general should enjoy. Is it really necessary to care so much about such a lieutenant general?

On the other hand, Mr. Peng, who heard this, sighed and said: "Commander-in-chief, if everyone could be as pot-bellied as you, there wouldn't be so many things." Xiao He's promotion this time is really a bit eye-catching! ”

'Huaigui, do you think there is a problem with Xiao He's military exploits to be promoted to this general? Will you be jealous of him? ’

'How is that possible! This kid is a good hand at war, and he is also humble and kind. How can such a young person be jealous if he can't appreciate it? What's more, does this kid dare to pose in front of Lao Tzu? ’

'That's terrible! Now that we know what kind of virtue this kid is, is it necessary for us to care too much about the promotion of this general? The focus we should pay attention to should be the number of the new 67th Army given by this old Chiang! ’

Mr. Zhu, who made a little joke with Mr. Peng with a smile, didn't care at all about Lao Jiang's promotion order to He Zhengdao. On the contrary, what he attaches more importance to is the new 67th Division number given by the Central Army to the independent division, which is the key point.

But Mr. Peng still said: "Commander-in-chief, if we accept these sugar-coated shells from Lao Jiang, we will inevitably report it to the whole army." Although our officers and soldiers don't care much about the rank given by Lao Chiang, some people will feel envious after all, right? ”

'Envy, if you are really envious, then show real military exploits. If anyone can do Xiao He's like this, I will personally send a telegram to Lao Jiang and ask him to give another general rank. Who of them would dare to say that they have the ability to do this?

I'm in my early fifties. For me, it doesn't really matter if I'm a general or not. The most important thing is the realization of our revolutionary ideals. If we can achieve the revolutionary goals, how old will we be then?

In the future, if this country wants to revitalize and grow, I am afraid that we old guys will not be able to last for a few years. Xiao He, this kid, we also watched him grow up, his ideas are very different from ours, but he is very patriotic and loves our party and army.

With such a young man, why should he be burdened more? Moreover, the chairman also told me that at the Sixth Plenary Session of the CPC Central Committee this year, he intends to hold a certain position in the government and be added as an alternate member of the Central Committee.

As for those who don't have the ability, but only know how to be jealous of others, why should we pay too much attention to them? If Xiao He can't deal with these little people, do you think he can pick up a bigger burden in the future? ’

As the commander-in-chief of the Eighth Route Army, Mr. Zhu also knows that those who will provoke the army and even the country's pillars in the future will be the younger new generation of military generals and political backbones. The training of young cadres is also the work that the Eighth Route Army is currently grasping.

Echelon construction is the long-term vision proposed by Mao Taizu. It's still too early for them to talk about retirement or taking a back seat. From Mao Taizu's layout, Mr. Zhu can see a trace of Mao Taizu's intentions.

At least judging from the talent Ho Zhengdao has shown so far, this is an all-rounder. In terms of military and politics, although He Zhengdao is better at military affairs, it does not mean that He Zhengdao does not understand politics.

Even in the eyes of Mao Taizu and Mr. Zhu, He Zhengdao is a young man who understands the world very well. If the Eighth Route Army really has a chance to change its face in the future, how long can these old men last?

And what is the right way? He is currently recognized as the military general of the Eighth Route Army who has the best understanding of the international situation. In addition, his foreign language skills, even some of the translators who are currently in the central government, have to be admired.

How important is such a talent to the Eighth Route Army, and how does Mr. Zhu not know? What's more, not being jealous is a mediocre talent, and Mr. Zhu feels that there is still some truth in this.

Just as the two were discussing, the communications officer in the confidential room quickly walked in and said, "Commander-in-chief, Mr. Peng, the central emergency call!" ”

Mr. Zhu, who took the telegram, glanced at the telegram and said with a smile: "Look! As I said, the President and I have the same thoughts. The candy is eaten and the cannonballs are shot back. Call Enlai back, and leave the matter to their own decision!

I believe that whether it is Enlai or Zuo Quan, they are all trustworthy comrades of our party and our army. As for Xiao He, except for us, other people want to take advantage of him, but I'm afraid it's difficult. Let them decide for themselves about the talks! ”

After handing over the decision to Zhou Enlai and Zuo Quan, Mr. Zhu also quietly looked forward to the outcome of the negotiation. In contrast, Lao Jiang, who received the telegram from He Yingqin, felt a little angry.

said directly: "Niang Xipi, their appetite is too big!" Gave them a military number, what else do they want? If you want military salaries, we still have a big gap in military salaries! ”

Listening to the words of Lao Jiang, who was a little angry, the attendant officer was not easy to answer. After all, he didn't have much to say about this kind of thing. Even if he knows that the so-called number and rank given to the Eighth Route Army are indeed not as good as real money!

After half a ring, Lao Jiang finally knew that this matter would not give the Eighth Route Army any benefit, but he was afraid that it would be a little difficult. But he also knew that if he could bring back those Japanese prisoners of war, it would still be helpful for him to apply for foreign aid.

In the end, he said: "Call Minister He back and tell him that the government can squeeze out a month at most for the matter of military salaries." Another point, in the matter of Japanese prisoners of war, let him ask for as many as possible. ”

At this moment, the attendant officer couldn't help but say, "Commission, that wounded Japanese major general, should we also bring it back?" According to the telegram sent back by Minister He earlier, the situation of the Japanese major general is not optimistic.

If you pick it up and die in the middle of the road, I'm afraid it will also cause criticism, right? Although the death of the war is also helpful to our anti-war propaganda, I am worried that the other side will die halfway through, which will make the Japanese army create unfavorable remarks against us! ”

As soon as the attendant reminded him, Lao Jiang was silent for a while and then said: "Let Minister He decide this matter for himself!" If the safety of the other party cannot be guaranteed, then the Japanese major general will not bring it back for the time being, and the remaining one must be escorted back. ”

'Yes, take a seat! ’

The repayment of one month's military salary is undoubtedly very distressing for Lao Jiang. After all, the Eighth Route Army did not have only three main divisions in history, but a full ten. The reissue of a month's military expenses is actually really a lot! (To be continued.) )