Qin Wei received a high-standard reception in Luojiawan, not only did the members of the military commander's confidential room who accepted the "inspection" respect him one by one, from the tea he drank to the snacks used in the middle, he was the best, and even if he didn't refuse, these people might also arrange a few beautiful and coquettish female spies to serve with him, even if they served directly in the Bai Mansion. However, Qin Wei naturally couldn't have been "corroded" like this, and quickly escaped from this obvious trap. In the next few days, he was called by Lao Jiang and others as usual, and continued to discuss how to trade with the Americans.

And at this time, there was not very good news from the European side.

"The main forces of the German Airborne Forces lost most of them?"

The reliability of the news brought by Wang Shijie is beyond doubt. Although it seems to have little to do with China at the moment, it still arouses the concern of many people, including Chiang Kai-shek.

"Although the Germans were victorious in their raid on Crete, their 7th Airborne Division lost more than three-quarters of its losses in this battle, with more than 4,000 direct soldiers killed and a total of about 15,000 casualties, which can be said to be a heavy loss." When Qin Wei arrived, he found that Yu Jishi didn't know when Lu Dao had returned. Speaking of which, before the plan to seize Hainan Island, the only commander of China's airborne troops was "dispatched" by him, saying that he was responsible for expanding the airborne division, but in fact he eliminated the plan to seize Hainan Island and missed an opportunity to make great contributions. According to Dai Li, although Yu Jishi did not say anything bad about him because of this, he was still very dissatisfied with him. It's a pity that he has always been pressed by Chiang Kai-shek, and he couldn't come out to settle accounts with him. didn't expect this person to appear today, so after Qin Wei entered the door, he couldn't help but look at him a few more times.

"The German attack on Crete was aimed at obtaining an air and naval base in the eastern Mediterranean. Containing the military strength of the British forces in North Africa in the south and at the same time making it possible to attack the Middle East to the east, this can increase the possibility of connecting with Japan. Of course, according to a deeper analysis, they should have eliminated worries about the invasion of the Soviet Union. Therefore, the victory of this battle, strategically they did succeed, but tactically ......" Yu Jishi kept shaking his head. He was in a good mental state and was in good spirits, but the arrogance that had been between his eyebrows was much less...... I don't know if it's because of this not wonderful "performance" of the German Airborne Forces.

"The loss is more than three-quarters ......," after listening to Yu Jishi's explanation. He Yingqin couldn't help but sigh again and again, "It seems that there are not many German airborne troops, right?" It's almost a devastating blow. It seems that the operations of the Airborne Forces really need to be carried out with caution. ”

"Commander Qin said before that the airborne troops must be careful and careful in combat. Now it seems that we were all overly optimistic. We must learn this lesson from the Germans. Yu Jishi didn't seem to be dissatisfied because he was "squeezed out" by Qin Wei. The words were full of admiration for Qin Wei.

"We've used it for many decapitations before. the campaign to seize Hainan Island; The Japanese used it to almost capture Timoshenko alive, and then used it to seize airfields in the United States and Canada as a 'springboard' for bombing campaigns...... These actions have been a great success. Unexpectedly, such a major defeat was suffered at the hands of the Germans. I wonder what those countries that are busy developing paratroopers will think. Chen Cheng sighed. Each class has its own advantages, but for now, it seems that the Airborne Forces may be okay for use in the Asian theater. It is a bit poor to use in the European and American battlefields. The Japanese have already used it in the United States? That's whether the Americans are negligent in guarding against it.

"What happened to the 2,000 airborne troops sent to Denver by the Japanese? Annihilated? Qin Wei suddenly asked.

"Annihilation? It's not that easy. Wang Shijie shook his head again and again after hearing this, "These airborne soldiers are all the elite of the Japanese, and they are all dead soldiers, and their fighting style is extremely fierce. Although it was desperately left on the ground by the Americans. They didn't run away, but they had recently routed the combined National Guard forces in Colorado and New Mexico, and had already divided their forces into Kansas, Oklahoma, and other places, wreaking havoc there...... The United States also has a vast territory, but unfortunately there are not many troops, although it is already urgently recruited, where is the time? Jingguo was overwhelmed by the Japanese army, which was less than 2,000 people. ”

"They all think that the United States is strong, and now it seems that it is like that."

"Not really. The strength of the United States lies in industry, and its military strength has never been very strong. However, the more such a country is, the more difficult it is to provoke, because if it cannot be killed in the first place, the subsequent retaliation will definitely be overwhelming...... The Japanese sneak attack this time seemed to be a painful one, but when the Americans dealt with these things and relied on the industrial strength equivalent to several times that of Japan, what awaited the Japanese was a catastrophe. ”

"It's all about time. The Americans were trying to complete their combat readiness before the Japanese had fully integrated the resources of Southeast Asia, and the Japanese did the opposite...... Whoever is fast will have an advantage. So, we're the most important part of that. ”

"Of course China is important. Chairman, did the Yankees agree to our loan request? "Everyone, you don't know what Lu Dao is talking about, Qin Wei didn't bother to interject, but after glancing at Lao Jiang, he immediately began to "praise"...... It is not good to snub a leader on such an occasion.

"Not yet. Americans have a hard mouth. Sure enough, after hearing Qin Wei's question, Lao Jiang's expression, which was already slightly stiff, eased a lot, and he felt a little more helpless.

"The Americans think that we are taking advantage of the fire to rob, and they are very unhappy." Wang Shijie also said, "And now they are busy thinking about defending against the Japanese attack on the Philippines...... Shall we lower the loan amount a little? ”

"Qin Wei, what do you see?" Lao Jiang looked at Qin Wei and asked. It was originally this guy's idea to rob while the fire was burning. If it weren't for the fact that this kid's ideas were still very feasible all along, and most of them had achieved good results, he wouldn't have agreed...... It is common for the great powers to rob China while it is on fire, but China in turn has fallen into the trap of the great powers, so what if it annoys the other side? France was defeated, Britain was crippled, and now only the Yankees were left to support China.

"It can't be lowered." Qin Wei shook his head, "To increase." ”

"Increase?" Wang Shijie was stunned, "Chief Qin, do you know how much we need to borrow?" ”

"More than 100 million, why don't I know?" Qin Wei said, "Since the Americans don't agree, they will double it again!" Who's afraid of whom? ”

"Chief Qin, this is not two people arguing and having a temper," Yu Jishi was frightened by Qin Wei's lion mouth, he had long heard that Qin Wei was "playing tricks" in asking for a loan of 140 million yuan from the Americans this time, and secretly sneered at it. How much is 140 million? Converted into legal tender, even at the official exchange rate of the national government, there are more than 400 million. What a huge sum of money? How could the Americans agree? Not to mention that it is still at such a time. In his opinion, Americans are rational enough not to get angry because of this, and if they stand up to the sky, they will give them a fraction, that is, 40 million US dollars. Unexpectedly, Qin Wei actually dared to shout and double...... "If the Americans are angered, and they refuse to provide loans at that time, we won't be able to get anything." ”

"You're wrong, the tougher you are, the more you'll get." Qin Wei said with a smile, "Not to mention that the Americans need us to help them get out of their predicament now, just this loan...... It can't get out of the United States, and it has to be exchanged for all kinds of goods within the United States. What a huge deal is this for American business? So, the Americans will certainly agree that the difference is only in how much benefit we get. ”

"The truth is this, but now the United States has been hit hard......" Wang Shijie glanced at Lao Jiang, still a little undecided.

That's why we need good business news to re-energize their wounded hearts. Because the more orders from the outside, the faster their economy will recover. And to spend their money to restore their own industry and commerce, in the end, we will have to pay for it...... What are Americans not doing for this kind of good thing? They are a business society, and they know this truth better than anyone else. Qin Wei said with a smile.

"That's what I said...... Wang Shijie opened his mouth, but he didn't know how to refute Qin Wei's reasoning, but there was a hint of eagerness in his eyes when he looked at Lao Jiang...... If we can really get the Americans to take out loans at this time, it will certainly be a big victory in the field of Chinese diplomacy.

"Then let's decide like this first, but don't be too direct, let Yan Huiqing and the Americans have a good time, and see each other's attitude." Lao Jiang naturally realized the meaning of this big staff officer, and he also had some confidence in his heart...... Who cares about how much money is hot?

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"But the most urgent thing we need now is not the question of money, but how to start the war against Japan...... Qin Wei, I think the battle plan you submitted before still needs to be reconsidered. ”

There is no rush to get a loan. Although as soon as the cannon sounded, there were almost countless amounts of gold flowing out at every moment, but Lao Jiang had more confidence than in another time and space, so he could barely hold on. The reason why Qin Wei was called over, and when Yu Ji was also recalled, he naturally had other plans.

"Is it because of this Cretan battle?" Qin Wei heard Lao Jiang's voice and asked.

"Yes." Lao Jiang nodded, "This time the battle is different from the past. The Airborne Forces are a sharp blade for us to win, and if the losses in this battle are too great, the gains outweigh the losses. ”

"What did General Yu say?" When Qin Wei looked at Yu Ji, he knew that Lao Jiang must have changed his mind after listening to this guy's words.

"Chief Qin should be able to see more clearly than I do. In fact, the reason why we, including the Japanese, were able to succeed in the tactics of the airborne troops before, in the final analysis, was due to one reason: to take advantage of the enemy's unpreparedness! Yu Jishi was obviously prepared, "But this time we play against the Japanese, the other party will definitely not make such a mistake again." We spend a lot of money on the formation and training of the Airborne Forces, and it would be a pity to lose them like this. ”

"Do you really think so?" Qin Wei asked.

"Yes." Yu Jishi replied.

"Chairman," Qin Wei sighed, "Airborne Army...... How about a change of commander? (To be continued......)