Chapter 1188: The Last Prime Minister
Shizuichi Tanaka's face finally changed, and he said in a deep voice to Takashima: "Now is not the time to argue, immediately send someone to verify what happened to the headquarters of the Guards Division!" Then let's decide! β
After a pause, Tanaka Shizuichi said coldly: "If there is really a rebellion, then we will have to cut through the chaos quickly." Japan can't afford this kind of uproar anymore......"
"Hai ......" Takashima replied, and then hurriedly left to find someone to go to the headquarters of the Guards Division to verify the matter. At the same time, the entire Eastern Army began to mobilize.
Always ready for possible battles. Tanaka was not sure exactly how many men were involved in the rebellion, and if the majority of the Guards Division were involved, the likely outcome would be that the Eastern Army would have to go to suppress the rebellion.
And if it is only a small part, then it only takes a squadron to arrest them all. But Tanaka needs to be prepared for any eventuality.
In a panic, the forces of a wing began to gather towards the headquarters of the Eastern Army. All major transportation routes were blocked, and the Eastern Army Headquarters, the Ministry of Army, and the General Staff Headquarters entered a state of emergency.
"It seems that our actions have been detected...... " Takeshita Masahiko smiled helplessly, while the other officers around him were silent. It's not that they don't think about failure.
But I didn't expect that I would fail so easily. They have forgotten that every successful coup d'Γ©tat has been carried out by high-level people.
And the reason why they have been able to hold on until now this time is because of the acquiescence of Anan Weiji, as the Minister of War. If only they were themselves. He was arrested before he could launch it.
"That'...... What should we do now?! Do you want to continue, or do you want to stop the operation?! Ida, who had hurried back from outside, asked worriedly.
"We have no way back now. And Inaba-san's blood can't be shed in vain! A trace of madness flashed in Takeshita Masahiko's eyes, and he said fiercely: "Order, all the troops start to act!" Target, Prime Minister Kantaro Suzuki's family!! β
"Hail!!" Even if you are going to die after all, then it is better to die vigorously. The desperate putschists began to go crazy, and they decided to bloodied certain places and certain people.
Those who betrayed the interests of Japan in their minds, they are going to drag these people to hell together.
Only more than 300 Japanese soldiers began to move with Masahiko Takeshita, and these people were already the ones who finally supported all their actions.
"Gentlemen! Please follow me to eradicate the national thieves. Sacrifice our soldiers for the empire and last be loyal!! Masahiko Takeshita wore a white ribbon on his head, and led the more than 300 people to bow deeply in the direction of the palace where Hirohito was.
"Let's go!!"
And by this time, the various intersections outside the Guards Division had been blocked. Countless figures swayed in the streets, and before Masahiko Takeshita could get close, they heard a distant warning.
"Stop moving forward now! Everyone laid down their weapons and waited for His Excellency Commander Tanaka to come and deal with it! The Japanese commander at the obstacle looked coldly at Masahiko Takeshita and the others who were approaching, and said in a deep voice: "Everyone must not approach again." Otherwise we will enforce military law! Repeat, no one is allowed to approach! Otherwise military law is engaged!! β
Masahiko Takeshita and the others stopped, but after they stopped, they made a move that made the Japanese officers who were guarding the obstacle extremely frightened! He saw them crouch down in front of the obstacles, and then a group of Japanese soldiers armed with grenadiers behind him were exposed.
"Tom tom tom...... Rumble! Rumble!! Boom ......" An explosion sounded, and the Eastern Army behind countless obstacles was caught off guard by the bombed people on their backs.
They didn't expect that Masahiko Takeshita and the others would really dare to do it! And without hesitation, grenades were thrown at them. Thereupon. Unprepared, the Japanese soldiers of the Eastern Army were brutally defeated and scattered.
"Rush over!!" Masahiko Takeshita hissed with red eyes, and then the Japanese soldiers around him howled like wolves and rushed towards the obstacles.
Amid the strange screams, countless Japanese soldiers rushed over the barrier and rushed towards the center of the street. Their goal is simple: the Prime Minister's Office.
Just rush there. And then take out Kantaro Suzuki, then that's their victory. That's what all the Japanese soldiers who followed Masahiko Takeshita thought.
Now that they have no other way out, the military department has noticed their actions. And the Eastern Army is coming. The only thing they can do is to take out Kantaro Suzuki and others, who they believe have betrayed the interests of the military.
Soon, just a small squad of garrisons was dispersed. A few remnants of the soldiers rushed to the headquarters of the Eastern Army to report what was happening here.
And Masahiko Takeshita and the others didn't have time to stop them, and what they had to do now was to rush to the Prime Minister's Mansion to kill Suzuki before the Eastern Army reacted to what they were going to do.
"What?! How dare they storm our garrison?! Damn it! Send someone to stop them immediately!! Shizuichi Tanaka walked to the map irritable and glanced at it.
"The troops on these three street corners will go and intercept them immediately! They are absolutely not allowed to wander around, and other troops are ordered to assemble at the place of the incident! Don't let them out of the encirclement! β
"Hail!!" The adjutant answered, and then hurried down to deliver the order. The ministries, having received the order, began to assemble towards the area where they were formulated.
Preparing to intercept Masahiko Takeshita and others, Masahiko Takeshita at this time had already broken through defenses and obstacles and headed towards the Prime Minister's Office. Along the way, Masahiko Takeshita did not keep the team silent.
Instead, these Japanese soldiers were organized to keep shouting: "Heaven will punish the national thief!" Imperial Chimelong!! β
The residents, on the other hand, closed their doors tremblingly and did not dare to move. The soldiers who were scattered were hiding in the corners of the streets, not daring to move.
"They're coming for me...... Kantaro Suzuki didn't seem to be scared at all, and said softly with a smile, "Let them come." I also want to see what they plan to do with me......"
"Your Excellency! Now is not the time to say this, we should get out of here! For your safety and security. We have to leave the Prime Minister's Office......" the secretary said nervously, trying to get Kantaro Suzuki out of the way.
"Red Deer Noro!!" Kantaro Suzuki suddenly yelled at the secretary: "Why should I dodge?!" Are they worth it for me to hide?! It's just a bunch of idiots, but I want to see what they can do with me!! β
After a pause, Kantaro Suzuki said to the secretary: "You leave with your wife and children first, and I will meet them here alone!" β
"Your Excellency......" The secretary opened his mouth to say something. But Suzuki Kantaro waved his hand and said, "I have decided on this matter, you can carry it out!" β
"Take the lady and the child to the Eastern Army Command. I believe that General Tanaka will not be involved in this rebellion. You will be safe with him. After the incident, I will come back. β
Seeing this, the secretary of "Hai ......" could only whisper yes. And then Kantaro Suzuki continued: "You can also take the guards of the Prime Minister's Office, they have no effect on staying." It's okay to protect you from the encirclement. β
"Your Excellency......" The secretary began to sob, and Kantaro Suzuki stood up and said, "Go!" There's no need to bring anything, you'll be back soon. β
The secretary quickly passed on Kantaro Suzuki's order. However, the head of the guard of the Prime Minister's Office, Imada Tsui, forcibly ordered the three guards to stay with Suzuki Kantaro before evacuating with Suzuki's wife and children.
"Nope! I'm going to stay, even if it's going to kill me, you're going to let me stay! I must stay with you......" Kantaro Suzuki's wife, Takako sobbed and rushed to Kantaro Suzuki and said loudly.
This is not the first time that Kantaro Suzuki has been assassinated, and Suzuki was the first target of assassination in the last 226 incident. Luckily, he was not dead after being shot twice.
An Teng and others who originally planned to mend the knife. When the eagle cried and stopped him and said that he was willing to "replace his life", he gave up the mending knife. Kantaro Suzuki survived.
"Eagle, follow them! If you're safe, I'll rest assured......" Kantaro Suzuki smiled and comforted his wife, "Don't worry, it's okay." It will pass, and it won't be long before you can come back. β
"Nope! This time they were even more ferocious. Don't think I don't know! They have long been murderous towards you, and they will never let you go! β
Takako loudly refused. I have to admit that sometimes a woman's intuition is correct. Masahiko Takeshita and the others are already at the end of their rope, and their only wish now is to kill Kantaro Suzuki.
Therefore, no matter what Kantaro Suzuki says, he will be killed by Masahiko Takeshita and others. He may not even have a chance to speak, and he will be killed directly.
"I'm sure, you trust me!" Kantaro Suzuki smiled and said, "Don't worry, you'll be back soon!" β
As he spoke, Kantaro Suzuki glanced at the secretary. The secretary knowingly led someone to forcibly drag Takako away, while Suzuki watched his wife leave.
Then he went back to his room and took out his navy uniform.
In 1923, in the 12th year of Taisho, Suzuki was promoted to admiral. In 1924, he was appointed commander of the Combined Fleet. In 1925, he was appointed head of the Naval Command Department. In January 1929, he served in the reserve and served as chief of chamberlain. In February 1929, he also served as an advisor to the Privy Council of Japan.
He had always had the admiral's uniform at home, but he didn't have much of a chance to wear it. Taking out the ironed Japanese admiral's uniform, Kantaro Suzuki showed a rare look of nostalgia on his face.
He couldn't forget the situation when he was promoted to admiral, and he couldn't forget the excitement when he put on this admiral's uniform for the first time. Stroking the uniform, he knew that it might be the last time he put it on.
After sighing for a while, Kantaro Suzuki gently changed into this military uniform for himself. Familiar with driving, this is not the first time for Suzuki to wear this military uniform.
To dress neatly, it is just a matter of waiting. And by the time he finished dressing, the sound of gunfire and shouting could be heard in the distance.
"Heaven punishes the national thief! Imperial Chimelong!! Listening to this howl, Kantaro Suzuki showed a helpless wry smile on his face. After all, this is the second time that I have been punished as a national thief, right?!
Last time it was 226. Kantaro Suzuki still remembers An Teng and the others who rushed in and shouted "God Punishment!" while shooting at themselves! β
That time, I almost died. If it weren't for the eagle by his side.
"Your Excellency, Prime Minister. They're almost there......" The three who stayed behind were nervous, they knew better than anyone what would happen if they stayed.
"I know, you've worked hard! After a while they come, do not speak or move. I will ask them to keep you safe. Kantaro Suzuki straightened his collar and said, "Don't be nervous, they're targeting me and not you." β
"So you are safe, as long as you don't attack them, I'm sure they won't attack you." Kantaro Suzuki smiled slightly, stopping the trio who tried to speak.
"I know the captain of the guard left you behind to keep me safe. But there's no need for that. If they want to kill me, then come on. I don't spare my life. β
Kantaro Suzuki said, paused and said: "As an emperor, I have already made up my mind from the moment I joined the army that I will face life and death calmly. And everything I do, it's for the sake of this country......"
"I'm seventy-four years old, and I don't have much time left to live. Early and late death, it makes no difference to me......"
And said. Kantaro Suzuki's face showed a hint of depression: "Since the defeat of the Imperial Combined Fleet, as an admiral, I have been equal to ...... dead"
"If it weren't for the Empire, I wouldn't have held out until now. Since they want my life, then take it to the side. Suzuki, doesn't care about that. β
The three people left behind bowed deeply to Kantaro Suzuki, who spoke, and were speechless.
And at this time. Takako, who was escorted by the Prime Minister's Office Guard, and Kantaro Suzuki's secretary and others have fled two blocks. There they finally met the garrison of the Eastern Army.
"Quick! Send someone to the Prime Minister's Office! The rebels have gone to attack the Prime Minister's Palace, and you will be fully responsible for what happens to Your Excellency Suzuki!! When the secretary saw the garrison of the Eastern Army, he shouted with all his strength.
Hearing the news, the leader of the Eastern Military Garrison Squadron, Muraki Izumi, turned extremely pale, and roared at the Japanese soldiers behind him: "Let the wife and secretary be escorted to the headquarters." The others come with me!! β
And the head of the Prime Minister's Office Guard saw that Yingzi and others were already escorted, and without saying a word, they joined the team returning to the Prime Minister's Office. A group of people hurried towards the Prime Minister's Office.
"Red deer!! Damn it! How I didn't expect this group of bastards to go to Suzuki's trouble!! Shizuichi Tanaka was thundering in his headquarters. He had just received a report.
The Prime Minister's Guard, who came out of the Prime Minister's Office, said that the Prime Minister had determined that the rebels would go to his residence. And when the news reached Shizuichi Tanaka, Shizuichi Tanaka was almost crazy.
If Kantaro Suzuki is missing a hair, Hirohito and the cabinet will definitely kill him directly. The rebels actually broke through the Prime Minister's Office and killed the current Prime Minister.
What are you, the commander of the Eastern Army, eating?! Thinking of this, Tanaka Shizuchi yelled at the adjutant with a chill: "All the troops near the Prime Minister's Mansion must be transferred, these damn bastards must be stopped!" β
"Hail!!" The adjutant also knew the seriousness of the matter, and did not dare to slack off and respond loudly. Then he turned and hurried out.
At this time, Masahiko Takeshita and others had already broken into the vicinity of the Prime Minister's Office. There weren't too many garrisons around here, and it was only the Prime Minister's Office guards who were on guard here.
Now that the guards have escorted the eagle and the secretary away, there is no defense at all.
"Heaven punishes the national thief! Imperial Chimelong!! Shouting slogans, Masahiko Takeshita and others rushed into the Prime Minister's Office. There was no expected resistance, no expected shooting.
Even the Prime Minister's Office didn't even have a person, and Masahiko Takeshita and others suddenly lost their voices. Could it be that Kantaro Suzuki, the old bastard, ran away?! Masahiko Takeshita suddenly felt sad in his heart, he originally thought that he could kill Suzuki......
"Since you're here, come in!" Suddenly, Kantaro Suzuki's voice came. Masahiko Takeshita and the others couldn't help but be ecstatic, since they didn't leave, then they had a chance to kill him!
But Masahiko Takeshita, who was extremely cautious, still let the troops of less than 100 people who finally arrived here with him spread out in the courtyard. And he led dozens of people towards the atrium where the sound came from.
Several Japanese soldiers first dodged in vigilantly, and only after finding that there was no danger did they signal a safe signal outside. Masahiko Takeshita walked into the atrium with a gloomy face.
Behind the rockery in the courtyard, on the tatami mat sits Kantaro Suzuki, who has gray hair and snow on his fibrous roots. He was dressed in a military uniform and carried a saber around his waist. looked coldly at the arrival of Masahiko Takeshita and others.
And beside him were three soldiers dressed in the uniforms of the Prime Minister's Guard. The three of them looked at Masahiko Takeshita and the others vigilantly, and didn't say a word.
"Didn't you come here to kill me?!" Kantaro Suzuki smiled and said, "I'm standing here now, come and take my head!" β
When Kantaro Suzuki said this, Masahiko Takeshita and the other Japanese soldiers hesitated. They hesitated and didn't dare to step forward, and no one was willing to do anything to Kantaro Suzuki.
In the final analysis, Kantaro Suzuki has always been a famous general in Japan who personally led a torpedo boat to rush into the Weihaiwei anchorage and sink the Qing Dynasty ironclad ship "Dingyuan".
During the Russo-Japanese War, as the commander of the Second Fleet Destroyer, he led the fleet to sink 3 Russian warships and 2 cruisers, helping the Japanese Navy win a great victory in the Battle of the Tsushima Strait.
To take action against such a high-ranking general, not every soldier would dare to do so.
ps: There is only one shift today, and I received the news that something happened to my friend. Need to deal with it......