He Zhengdao, who led the recruit brigade to sit in the rear, guessed that the Red Army would win this battle. But when I received the good news from the three main divisions, I also felt a little incredible. This battle seems to be too easy!

Just think about the troops guarding Tianquan at present, but the garrison troops under Deng Xihou, and their combat effectiveness is not much better than that of the militia group. In the face of the powerful firepower of the independent column, it is quite normal that such a rout will be formed.

'Call back to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Divisions, and ask them to send a regiment of main forces to clean up the battlefield, send the captured Sichuan troops to the recruit brigade, and let Director Yao be in charge of the collection and management. The main forces of the rest of the divisions accelerated their speed and advanced into the whole city. ’

With He Zhengdao's order, the recruit brigade also began to receive prisoners sent by various divisions one after another. For these captives, He Zhengdao told Yao Shengjun to select the soldiers with good physical fitness, and the bad ones gave up directly.

He even asked Sun Shicheng to send a telegram to Liu Wenhui, asking him if he was interested in 'buying' these captives. In He Zhengdao's view, the prisoners he doesn't look down on are still very interesting to Liu Wenhui.

Listening to He Zhengdao's words, Yao Shengjun also smiled and said: "Commander, if Deng Xihou knew that you sold his soldiers to Liu Wenhui, it is estimated that you would vomit blood in anger!" His 28th Army is now a big loss in strength! ”

'If you don't sell it to Liu Wenhui, will you send it back to Deng Xihou directly? This time Liu Wenhui is very honest, and I feel the need to give him a little benefit. In this way, our guerrilla brigade in Kangding will have a better life in the future.

If Deng Xihou thinks that we are doing this too much. After we defeat him, we can sell the troops of Liu Xiang or Yang Sen to him in the future! For now, we are opponents. ’

Such an explanation made Yao Shengjun think for a while and said, "It's too! It seems that our independent column will become the object of hatred of these Sichuan army generals next! The little money in their pockets is probably going to be taken out by you! ”

'Isn't it good?' What do these warlords rely on to feed so many soldiers? Isn't it money? Now we can extort a little, and it can be regarded as robbing the rich and helping the poor. What's more, the livelihood of the people in Shaanxi, Gansu and Ningbo is only a little poorer than here.

If we really establish a base there, how can we feed so many troops and have no money in hand? Therefore, if we capture one more piece of ocean now, it will be possible to feed one more soldier in the future.

Most importantly, if we have sufficient funds to back us up, we don't have to rely too much on the support of the people. You also know that in this world, ordinary people are not having a good time. This money can be saved a little more. ’

In fact, in Ho Zhengdao's vision. After the Red Army entered northern Shaanxi in the future, it did suffer from a shortage of materials. The matter of reclamation of Nanniwan was forced out under that circumstance.

Moreover, He Zhengdao also knew that if the Red Army wanted to gain a foothold in northern Shaanxi in the future, it would be very difficult to live without the backing of funds. In the final analysis, isn't the fundamental reason why Lao Jiang can deter the Quartet now is that he has money in his hands?

Yao Shengjun also really admired the reason given by He Zhengdao, and the vision of the commander in front of him was farther than many people. While others were planning to break through the encirclement, He Zhengdao had already considered what would happen after the establishment of the base area.

Yao Shengjun, who had been in the Soviet area, naturally knew the importance of money to an army. Therefore, looking at the captives who were escorted back one after another, Yao Shengjun looked at them and seemed to feel that they were pieces of bright ocean.

Xiao Jinguang, who was trading with the Gui army, also felt incredible when he learned that He Zhengdao would defeat Tianquan's defenders in a battle. After receiving a telegram from He Zhengdao, he also knew that he had to keep up with the pace of the main force as soon as possible.

Liu Wenhui, who also learned of the rout of the Tianquan defenders, said happily: "Okay! lost Tianquan, and then Deng Xihou only relied on the little force in his hand to defend Lushan and Baoxing, which is estimated to be enough! ”

As a veteran warlord who once ruled Sichuan, Liu Wenhui undoubtedly hated Deng Xihou and other competitors. When he and Liu Xiang failed to compete for the provincial chairman, Deng Xihou also played a big role in sticking a knife in the back.

Just when Liu Wenhui was happy to see Deng Xihou suffocating, the chief of staff who came in with a telegram smiled bitterly: "Military seat, a telegram from the independent division." This division commander He is not at all like the commander of the Red Army, but like a shrewd businessman! ”

'Oh! Is he going to do business with us? ’

Liu Wenhui, who received the telegram, saw the telegram sent by the independent column. Ask him if he would be interested in receiving the captured Deng Xihou troops. If you are interested, if the price is right, Tianquan City can also be handed over to Liu Wenhui to control.

Faced with such a temptation of being both a soldier and a territory, Liu Wenhui also said helplessly: "It seems that this Master He, if he doesn't squeeze out the little money on me, he probably won't give up!" But we still have to do this deal! ”

If he can accept Deng Xihou's rout and still have territory, for Liu Wenhui, it can also increase his strength and tax sources. The county towns of Tianquan, Lushan, and Baoxing are much richer than other counties in Chuanbian District.

This is a temptation that Liu Wenhui, who wants to regain military and political power in Sichuan, is simply irresistible. Thinking of this, Liu Wenhui quickly said: "Call back to the independent division and ask them how the price is?" If you don't have money, will you collect the materials? ”

In fact, the chief of staff who received this telegram also knew that this was a godsend. Sticking to the territory of Ya'an, it will be difficult for them to make a difference. If they can occupy Deng Xihou's territory, their strength will be rapidly improved.

'Okay, Throne! I hope that this Master He's appetite is not too big! ’

In the face of Liu Wenhui's inquiry telegram, Yao Shengjun also knew that the other party would not refuse such a deal. And Xiao Jinguang, who returned to Tianquan at this moment, learned that He Zhengdao and Liu Wenhui were also a little crying and laughing when they learned that He Zhengdao and Liu Wenhui were doing such a deal.

But he also understood that these prisoners who were not suitable to join the Red Army, if they were let go casually, would soon join the Sichuan Army. For the Red Army, this did not benefit at all.

As for Tianquan City, Xiao Jinguang also knew that it was impossible for the independent column to stay for a long time. Even when he arrived at Tianquan, the main force of the independent column had already begun to advance in the direction of Lushan and continued to attack Deng Xihou's troops.

This also means that the business between the Independent Column and Liu Wenhui can be a windfall. It's just such a business, Liu Wenhui can't refuse. Therefore, this kind of trading is undoubtedly a wise choice.

Thinking about these things clearly, Xiao Jinguang quickly said: "Commander, what is your opinion?" ”

When he was leaving, he had already confessed, and let us take care of it. It's just Liu Wenhui, and it is estimated that he doesn't have a lot of money on hand. In terms of price, we can't drive too hard. If possible, we will also accept the payment of materials. ’

Okay, then let's discuss it and see how much the other party will accept. This is the first time I've done this kind of business. But I have to say, this kind of business is getting better and better! ’

After returning the captured Gui army, as well as a small number of weapons that the independent column felt could not take away, to the representatives of the Gui army who paid the ransom. Xiao Jinguang also really understands why the independent column is not short of materials or weapons.

This kind of situation of winning one battle after another can be said to be stronger and stronger for the entire independent column. And this peculiar merchant mentality also brought a lot of income to the independent column.

As the political commissar of the column, Xiao Jinguang naturally knows the importance of money. It can be said that when the independent column joins the headquarters in the future, the wealth handed over is estimated to shock the head of the headquarters!

This kind of army that can both win battles and make money, what does the chief not like?

As Xiao Jinguang expected, seeing the good news sent by the independent column, as well as the agreement reached with Gui Jun and Liu Wenhui. Zhou Enlai also said happily: "Old Mao, this kid should be a businessman." This little abacus is a thief! ”

Listening to Zhou Enlai's comments, Mao Taizu also smiled and nodded: "This kid is indeed very different from our other army commanders. It's a bit of a nonsense, but it's also extremely powerful for us.

Even if we enter Shaanxi, Gansu and Ningbo to establish a base in the future, I am afraid that there will be no source of tax at all in the short term. The food, clothing, shelter and transportation of the troops are inseparable from money, and it is indeed rare for an independent column to win battles and make money! ”

In Mao Taizu's opinion, there are indeed some people in the Red Army who feel that he is too conniving and trusting of He Zhengdao. But in Mao Taizu's view, He Zhengdao is qualified for his connivance and trust.

Since the turn of the battle, the main force has been able to rush so easily, and the independent column has played a great role. The materials and money delivered by the independent column to the headquarters alone restored the material and capital reserves of the headquarters to the state before the war.

This can be described as a great credit to the Red Army. For this kind of meritorious man, Mao Taizu asked himself, what does it matter if he indulges trust?

What's more, now whether it is Zhou Enlai or President Zhu, and even several high-ranking Red Army officials, they also attach great importance to He Zhengdao's talents. If the Red Army can have a few more such generals, I believe that it is very possible to compete with the Central Army in the future!