It was about the future and fate of tens of thousands of brothers in the 97th Army, Zheng Weiguo didn't dare to accept it easily, and said that he would go back to discuss with his subordinates. But what he didn't expect was that everyone unanimously agreed to go to Jizhong.

Chief of Staff Zhou was quite subtle, he pulled Zheng Weiguo aside and whispered: "What a chance, military seat." What are you waiting for? It's not that you haven't been to Jizhong, how can it be compared to a corner of western Hebei? ”

Zheng Weiguo frowned and said: "Jizhong is a horse and a flat river, and it is also a place of four wars, where can it be compared to the stability of Jixi Xi?" ”

Chief of Staff Zhou said: "Now that the world is in turmoil, it is the time when heroes are coming out, how can we ask for peace and security? What's more, what is the land of the four wars? Wasn't Cao Cao also the land of the four wars? Let me tell you something from the bottom of my heart, if we have Jizhong, it is like Han Gaozu won Hanzhong, and Liu Xuande occupied Jingzhou. From now on, the tiger roars in the mountains and forests, the dragon enters the sea, and the future is limitless! ”

Zheng Weiguo smiled: "You think too much, I don't want to be Cao Cao." You know that I came from the Northeast, and my greatest wish is to fight back to the Northeast and ask for relief from my suffering compatriots. As for being a warlord or even fighting for world domination, that's not what I want, and I won't do it. ”

Chief of Staff Zhou showed a look of regret in his eyes, and persuaded again: "Junzao, if you want to fight back to the Northeast, then you should go to Jizhong." As long as it can afford to raise a large army, Jixi is barren and can't feed too many people. ”

Zheng Weiguo nodded, feeling a little agreeable in his heart. Excluding those big cities, Jizhong is the richest region in North China, and there is no one. Agriculture is well developed there. The grain produced is enough to feed hundreds of thousands of troops, and there is also a relatively good foundation in industry, which is indeed a rare treasure land.

Seeing Zheng Weiguo nodding, Chief of Staff Zhou took the opportunity to add another handful of oil and said: "Jizhong is a battleground for soldiers, and the Japanese are now short of troops, and they will inevitably come to snatch it when they free up their hands." At that time, the general army will definitely not be able to hold it. Looking at the armies of North China, is there anything more suitable than us? If you don't take it, you will be blamed for it, let's not want it. Did you give it to the Japanese? ”

Zheng Weiguo smiled: "Okay. I'll think about it again. ”

He then consulted many people's opinions, and apart from Chief of Staff Zhou, who strongly agreed, none of the others objected.

Duan Shuanghu salivated as soon as he heard the words of Jizhong, and said, "Why don't you go?" Ha. Eat donkey meat every day! It was a beautiful little day! "This thing is still a belly of crooked theory. Triumphantly said that you can only fight if you can eat. almost didn't Zheng Weiguo to death.

Division Commander Liang Dongkai also strongly agreed to go, because their cavalry division could only exert its might in the plain area, and if they went to the ravines and ravines in western Hebei, they could only be changed to pack gangs.

Zheng Weiguo still couldn't make up his mind. I went to the Suiying Military Academy to find Director Xiong. He gave a general introduction to the situation, and then said: "Now everyone is overwhelmingly in favor of going to Jizhong, but I still want to hear your opinion." ”

Director Xiong was a little strange and said, "This is a good thing, of course you have to agree, do you have concerns?" For what? ”

Zheng Weiguo told the truth: "I'm worried that I won't be able to stand up and will be driven back sooner or later." In this case, it is better to build the base area in western Hebei wholeheartedly, at least it will not be interrupted halfway. ”

He had heard of the "May Day Sweep" long before the crossing, and the tragedy of that war was unbearable. Isn't it time for the traverser to seek advantage and avoid harm? Why are you in a hurry to find abuse?

Director Xiong glanced at Zheng Weiguo in surprise and said, "Junzao, this is not like your usual style. If you can't stand still, don't you even have the courage to go? ”

Zheng Weiguo was a little embarrassed and wanted to tell him that this was history and something destined. But when I think about it, if I don't dare to change anything, then what's the point of crossing over? It's so hard to stay in Taihang Mountain and wait for the Yankees to drop atomic bombs?

"Good! Since everyone agrees to go, let's move to Jizhong and strive to make a new world! With the support of everyone, Zheng Weiguo finally took a big step forward bravely.

Peng Zhen was very happy when she learned about it, and said, "Comrade Weiguo, when can you rush to Jizhong?" ”

Zheng Weiguo thought for a while and said: "I still have some things to deal with, I'm afraid I have to go back to western Hebei first." Well, it will take at least half a month before and after! ”

Peng Zhen frowned and said worriedly: "I'm afraid it's too late, the organization still hopes that you can go to work as soon as possible, so that Jizhong can settle down as soon as possible." ”

Zheng Weiguo said: "I have also thought about this problem, and I plan to appoint someone to rush to Jizhong in advance." ”

Peng Zhen hurriedly said: "Who?" Except for you, I'm afraid no one else can do it. ”

Zheng Weiguo said with a smile: "Secretary Peng, please rest assured, you also know this person, Professor Yang Xiufeng, the current director of the Political Department of the 97th Army and director of the Western Hebei Administrative Office." I can't govern Jizhong as a martial artist, so I want to ask him to join the team. ”

Peng Zhen suddenly realized and said with satisfaction: "Well, Professor Yang is an old qualification who has been a member of the party for many years. It enjoys high prestige in the area of Pingjin and Baoding, and it is indeed feasible. But he doesn't seem to be very good at military affairs! ”

Zheng Weiguo said: "It's good if you're not good at military affairs!" If that's a disadvantage in normal times, it's a perfect fit. ”

Peng Zhenqi said: "How do you say this? ”

Zheng Weiguo explained: "The people in Jizhong are panicking now, and if I lead the troops directly, it will inevitably make the soldiers feel uneasy. Professor Yang has a gentle personality and is magnanimous, and his presence will certainly calm down the situation quickly. ”

Peng Zhen said convincingly: "Not bad, not bad!" Comrade Weiguo, I didn't expect you to have such insight! Jizhong is finally handed over to you. He hesitated for a moment, and then said: "Well, Comrade Weiguo, there is one thing I want to remind you that Yang Xiufeng must bring some troops with him here, otherwise he will ......."

Zheng Weiguo was secretly frightened, has the situation deteriorated to this point? After thinking for a while, he said: "Thank you Secretary Peng for reminding me, I will let the 33rd Brigade and the 10th Cavalry Regiment form an advance detachment, under the command of Professor Yang, and rush to Jizhong in advance." ”

Peng Zhen had heard the numbers of these two troops, and knew that Lu Dao was the absolute main force of the 97th Army, and said happily: "Then I will rest assured." Your side is stepping up preparations and striving to set off as soon as possible. ”

The next day. Yang Xiufeng, who was far away in western Hebei, hurried over. It is said that he rode a horse for hundreds of miles, but he was exhausted. So as soon as Professor Yang saw Zheng Weiguo, he complained: "Junzuo, you are in a big trouble for me!" ”

Zheng Weiguo smiled and said apologetically: "I can't help it!" Think about it, who better fit me than you? ”

Professor Yang shook his head helplessly, and asked again, "What instructions do you have before you go?" ”

Zheng Weiguo's face sank, and he said solemnly: "After you go, you must let the situation settle down quickly, and Jizhong can't go on any more chaotic." For your safety, I will send an advance force under your command. The situation over there is very complicated right now. You went later. Don't be soft on the Japanese pseudonym and the local underworld. However, we should give priority to persuasion to our own comrades, and try not to kill any of them. ”

Professor Yang breathed a sigh of relief and said, "I understand! ”

Subsequently, Professor Yang led the 33rd Brigade and the 10th Cavalry Regiment to the north. It is naturally not a problem to appease the various ministries in Jizhong with his ability. Zheng Weiguo can also rest assured that he can go back to western Hebei.

Chief of Staff Zhou said: "Military seat." When do the troops depart? ”

Zheng Weiguo thought for a moment. said: "The large army will stay in southern Hebei first, and you will continue to rest with them." I will only take the 34th Brigade with me when I return to western Hebei this time. ”

Chief of Staff Zhou guessed: "You plan to leave the 34 Brigade there?" ”

Zheng Weiguo nodded and said, "Hmm." Not bad! "Ping'an County is the starting place of the 97th Army, where they have built an arsenal after a lot of hard work, a large-scale production campaign that is being carried out, and an underground defense system that is constantly improving. What's more, the folks here have long been connected with the flesh and blood of the 97th Army. They have always supported and trusted Zheng Weiguo, and Zheng Weiguo does not want to live up to their trust.

Among the main brigades, the 33rd Brigade from the Northwest Army is naturally the strongest in combat effectiveness, but the 34th Brigade is more reliable in terms of affinity. In addition, Yu Laogener, who is in charge of Ping'an County, is also from the Northeast, and the transfer of the 34th Brigade to stay behind can avoid the contradictions caused by regional differences.

After bidding farewell to everyone, Zheng Weiguo hurriedly returned to Ping'an County. The fathers and villagers were very happy to see that the army had returned, and they welcomed them along the way, which was very warm. But when he heard that they were leaving, he became sad and even panicked. Because they all know that in these years of war and chaos, a strong army can ensure their safety.

After hearing about it, many people rushed to Qiliba overnight to beg Zheng Weiguo not to let the 97th Army leave, and it was not until Zheng Weiguo promised that the 34th Brigade would continue to stay in the base area, and the villagers settled down.

Yu Lao Gen'er smoked a cigarette and said worriedly: "Junzao, what should we do with these people when you go?" Do I want to follow you to Jizhong, or do I want to stay here? ”

Zheng Weiguo asked rhetorically: "Old Gen'er, what do you think of yourself?" ”

Yu Laogen'er thought for a while and said, "To be honest, I'm used to living here, and I don't want to go to Jizhong." However, I will listen to your orders. ”

Zheng Weiguo said: "That's right, I plan to do the same." You continue to be the chairman of the military and political committee of Ping'an County, and defend this homeland for us. ”

Yu Lao Gener said: "What about the arsenal? Want to move? ”

Zheng Weiguo shook his head and said, "If you don't move, maybe it will expand in the future." "The geographical conditions in Jizhong are destined to be unable to build large industries, so we can only set up some relatively small factories. The main industries, especially the military industry, can only be located in western Hebei, which is also an important reason why he is unwilling to give up Ping'an County.

As he was talking, Li Zhenan hurried over and said anxiously: "Junzuo, I heard that you are going to lead your troops to Jizhong?" ”

Zheng Weiguo nodded and said, "Don't worry, we won't give up in Ping'an County, there will be a main brigade stationed here for a long time." ”

Li Zhenan was still a little uneasy, and said: "I'm afraid one brigade is not enough, right?" ”

Zheng Weiguo smiled: "Then how much do you want?" In fact, if there are too many troops, the target is too big, which will bring danger to Ping'an County. ”

Li Zhenan had no way to force him to stay, so he had to agree sullenly. He was silent for a moment and said, "Will you come back later?" ”

Zheng Weiguo said with certainty: "Don't worry, it will be." ”

After arranging the tasks for the next period of time, Zheng Weiguo is about to leave for Jizhong. The situation over there is critical, and the longer it drags on, the more difficult it will be to deal with it. Anyway, Ping'an County is now on the right track, and it doesn't need Zheng Weiguo's guidance from time to time. Perhaps his departure will also help the base area to develop in a more mature direction.

The next day, it was just dawn. Zheng Weiguo woke up the pillar, and the group quietly packed up and prepared to leave. Zheng Weiguo didn't want to be too sad, so he didn't inform anyone, but only left a letter to the military and political committee headed by Yu Laogen'er, wishing them to unite and advance together in the next time to build Ping'an County into the strongest anti-Japanese fortress in western Hebei.

The pillar led the horse to the courtyard and was suddenly stunned.

Zheng Weiguo urged: "Hey, don't block the door, go quickly, what are you doing stupidly?" ”

The pillar hurriedly dodged a passage and stammered, "Look, the townsfolk have come to see us off." ”

Zheng Weiguo came out to take a look and was immediately stunned. The open space outside the courtyard was already crowded with people who had come to see them off, and they just stood there silently, their eyes red and full of tears.

"Folks!" Zheng Weiguo originally wanted to make a joke with everyone before leaving, but somehow his voice suddenly became choked. Everyone was already uncomfortable in their hearts, and they couldn't bear it anymore at this time. The eldest girl and the little daughter-in-law secretly wiped their tears, and the old men also cried. At first, the voice was still small, and adults were a little embarrassed. Later, everyone simply put down their faces and cried bitterly.

Zheng Weiguo said that this cry is not only for this parting, but also for the catharsis of his feelings for more than a year. Unfortunately, they have become the people of this era, and they have suffered too many grievances.

Yu Lao Gen'er walked over and explained: "Everyone knows that if you want to leave, you have to send it away, and we can't stop it." ”

Zheng Weiguo nodded and said, "I'm leaving!" We will be back! (To be continued......)