Just when the Red Army was shocked by the information from Xi'an, the city of Xi'an, which had calmed down, began to become cloudy. The rapid return of the Central Army also seems to be aware that the war is about to break out.

Under these circumstances, Zhang Xueliang of the Northeast Army and Yang Hucheng of the Northwest Army jointly issued a telegram that shocked China and foreign countries. The issuance of this telegram caused the land of China, which was in confusion and chaos, to stir up huge waves at various levels.

"Reorganize the Nanjing government, accommodate all parties and factions, and be jointly responsible for saving the country!" Stop all civil wars! Immediately release the arrested patriotic leader in Shanghai! Unleash all ****** across the country! Open up the popular patriotic movement! Guarantee all political freedoms of assembly and association of the people! Truly abide by Premier Sun's will! Convene a National Salvation Conference now! ”

The telegram of the eight proposals to save the country also declared that Lao Chiang should still be alive. The Red Army, which received this telegram, also received a secret telegram from Zhang Xueliang and Yang Hucheng asking the Red Army to send representatives to Xi'an for a meeting.

Looking at the public telegram and this secret telegram, Zhou Enlai said with a little relief: "The mutiny that occurred in the early morning seems to be just to hold Lao Jiang hostage." Now that Lao Jiang is just being detained, his life safety should still be guaranteed.

It's just that for the invitation of Zhang and Yang, what should we do on our side? In just an hour or so, the Nationalist Government, the Jin Sui Army, the Hunan Army, and the Dian Army all issued telegrams on this matter.

The telegrams sent by the local warlords indicate that they want all parties to remain calm and avoid escalating the situation further. So, what should we do next? ”

Hearing Zhou Enlai's inquiry, Mao Taizu thought for a while and said: "In the telegram, we want to control and dismantle the mistakes made by Lao Chiang in the civil war, but we do not support this kind of mutiny that is enough to plunge the whole country into warlord secession."

Since Zhang and Yang invited us to send a representative over, then I will work hard for you to make a trip. Boss, it's still up to you to order the army. Until the matter is resolved, the troops in our base areas will not move.

In this matter, we must play the role of mediator. At the same time, the Central Army was warned that if they dared to attack Xi'an, our army would cooperate with the Northeast Army and the Northwest Army to flank their attacking troops from behind.

One word. This battle cannot be fought. It has happened, and we should seek a political solution to it. At the same time, in this matter, we should try our best to win more benefits for our party and our army. ”

After Mao Taizu finished saying these words, He Zhengdao added: "Vice Chairman Zhou, I think in the return call, I should also make it clear to them that we must protect Lao Jiang's safety. Now him. I'm afraid I can't die yet.

As far as I know, there are quite a few pro-Japanese factions in the Central Army, and these people may be able to do something at this time. Secondly, I am worried that the Japanese intelligence department will create some chaos at this time.

For them, the more chaotic our situation is, the happier they are. If you go to Xi'an. My battalion of cavalry guards escorted you there. Also, bring the saber special operations team I brought with you.

If there is a situation that requires action. The Sabre Special Combat Team can solve a lot of problems for you. At least having them by your side will also keep you safe from danger. Specifically, we can only see the moves. ”

Mao Taizu, who heard He Zhengdao's suggestion, seemed to know that the cavalry guards brought by He Zhengdao, as well as the dozen or so elite special combat soldiers, were indeed the most elite troops in the Red Army.

There is the protection of these people. Zhou Enlai's safety to Xi'an is still guaranteed!

Even in the end, He Zhengdao said directly: "Vice Chairman Zhou, if the generals of the Central Army ignore your suggestion. It is still necessary to attack Xi'an City to rescue it. Send a saber to warn, maybe it will work wonders. ”

'What do you mean?' ’

'In the current situation, the Sabre Special Combat Team does have the strength to take the rank of general among the ten thousand troops. If someone wants to make things more complicated at this time, we can give them a little warning.

Although I also feel a little awkward to say this. However, in the present situation, we must show our attitude and ability to prove to all sides that the Red Army today has the strength to engage in dialogue with all parties on an equal footing. ’

Other army commanders may not dare to say this, but as an independent column, the commander of the column with the best development and the largest number of main forces in the area controlled by the Red Army at present, He Zhengdao said this but he was very uplifted.

And Mao Taizu also said in a timely manner: "The righteous way is good!" We are no longer the Red Army that was bullied by the Central Army in southern Gansu. In the ensuing negotiations, our position can be a little firmer.

In addition, other local warlords can be contacted to study the matter together. Strive to give Zhang and Yang the understanding of the mutiny in this matter. In any case, they did so out of a desire to unite in the war of resistance. ”

With the telegram issued by the Red Army, it was stated that Lao Chiang's visit to Xi'an this time and the dispatch of heavy troops to encircle and suppress the Red Army was a move to eliminate dissidents. Ignoring the call of the national war of resistance against Japanese aggression, it is only by insisting on going your own way that such a thing as today will happen.

It's just that the Red Army, on its part, did not agree to a mutiny in such a dangerous way. At the same time, all parties are advised to remain calm at this time and not to destroy the excellent situation of the joint war of resistance because of their own selfishness.

From this telegram, many people could see the Red Army's dissatisfaction with Lao Chiang. But in the same way, it can be seen that the Red Army was also opposed to the mutiny. Even, willing to act as a mediator between the two parties.

At the same time, the Red Army also announced that it would send Zhou Enlai to Xi'an to meet with negotiators from the Central, Northwestern, and Northeast armies on this matter. Acting as a mediator for the peaceful resolution of this incident.

The Red Army's Third Army and the Fifteenth Army, two armies, and five main divisions were also assembled on standby. Once Jiang Dingwen's troops dared to attack Xi'an, the Red Army would then flank the Central Army from behind.

This kind of soft and hard preparation made Jiang Dingwen, who returned to Xi'an, also feel very aggrieved. Not to mention, he was also very worried that if he really attacked Xi'an, the Red Army would take the opportunity to outflank his troops.

But what really surprised all parties was the area where the main forces of the various armies, which had been hidden in the rear before, were now facing off with the Central Army. Looking at the elite of the more than twenty main divisions of the Red Army, all sides looked especially shocked.

These more than 20 main divisions alone have a strength of more than 200,000 troops, not including the garrison troops in the Red Army's base areas. If you want to count it, then the total strength of the Red Army at present is only more than 300,000.

In view of this situation, the Jin Sui army, which was mobilized to the front line of encirclement and suppression, chose to retreat as soon as possible. The Ma Jiajun, who was originally about to move, quickly retreated. Everyone knows that this Red Army is only afraid that it will not be able to encircle and suppress it.

Because of the Xi'an Incident, He Zhengdao finally stayed at the headquarters. The saber special combat team and the cavalry guard battalion sent to Zhou Enlai arrived in Xi'an City smoothly.

In the face of this team of several hundred people, the Central Army along the way was also very shocked. It seems that I did not expect that there were such elite guard units in the Red Army. Even Zhang Xueliang, who greeted him outside the city, was very surprised by this cavalry battalion.

smiled and said, "Brother Xiangyu, this is your guard cavalry battalion?" This equipment is stronger than my cavalry guard battalion! ”

Han Qing laughed! This cavalry guard battalion belonged to the commander of the independent column of our Red Army. Two days ago, he happened to have a meeting in Yan'an, and when he heard that I was coming, he sent this guard battalion to temporarily serve as a façade. See the smile! ’

Yang Hucheng, who was on the side, was surprised when he heard this: "It's Commander He who attacked Bailing Temple, right?" ”

'Yes! At present, there are not many cavalry units of our Red Army, and only because of the independent column stationed in Yulin did a cavalry unit be formed. This time, considering that the distance was not close, he sent this cavalry battalion to serve as my personal guard.

When they enter the city, I hope the two of them will find them a place to live. In addition, these are my personal guards and will be living with me at that time. I also hope to bother the two of you and help arrange a place to live. ’

'Okay, that's fine, please!' ’

Before leaving, He Zhengdao had already insisted with Zhou Enlai, and he had to be with the two special combat team members at any time. As for this thirteen-person special operations detachment, they must live with Zhou Enlai.

With this special operations detachment by its side, even if it encounters any unexpected situation, the special operations detachment will be able to deal with it in a timely manner, and then notify the cavalry guard battalion that has arranged for them to live in the city to come to support. I believe that it is no problem to protect Zhou Enlai's safety!

Looking at one of the guards who was parallel to Zhou Enlai, the other twelve guards were scattered around, and they scanned the surroundings with serious expressions. As a military general, Yang Hucheng was a little surprised to find that these twelve guards blocked all the dangerous dead ends.

Even if someone secretly attacked, they were afraid that if they wanted to shoot from a long distance, they would shoot at these guards, and they would definitely not be able to hit Zhou Enlai, who was in their protective circle. This discovery made Yang Hucheng know that this guard force was only afraid that it would not be simple.

Although since the Red Army entered Yan'an, the Northwest Army had many contacts with the Red Army. But Yang Hucheng didn't know much about the independent column stationed in Yulin. But they somewhat knew that this was the strongest fighting unit in the Red Army.

In the past, he was somewhat unconvinced, but now he sees that this cavalry guard battalion still maintains a strict military appearance and military discipline during the process of entering the city, and no matter how stupid people are, they know that this is a truly well-trained cavalry unit.

In addition to these cavalry, most of them are equipped with double guns, and even the rifles on their backs are medium formal rifles. Many cavalrymen also carried pistols and light machine guns at their waists. With such firepower, it can be said that it can be used as both cavalry and infantry.

If such a cavalry battalion were to be solved, not even an infantry regiment would be sure. Thinking about the real strength of the Red Army, I am afraid that many people underestimate it. So this time, will the Red Army be on their side and join forces against the Central Army?

The confidence to dare to launch a mutiny was that both of them felt that the Red Army was in the same camp as them. And at this moment, what kind of changes will Zhou Enlai's arrival bring to the next state of affairs! (To be continued.) )