Chapter 279: The Nationalist Government (3)
The release of the three lists has a direct impact on the future political direction of the whole of China, and only the parties concerned know that these three lists are the result of a game with each other.
At this time, Sun Yat-sen didn't pretend to be generous, and almost all positions had to be contested. In his words to his comrades in the party, now that the revolution is almost victorious, it is time for us to reap the fruits of the revolution.
For this reason, the negotiators on both sides were arguing almost every day, until Wang Zhenyu came to talk in person. The way of talking is also very unique, the first to talk about the list of the government, after a general look, there are no changes, so I directly told Hu Hanmin, it's okay, just follow this list. As a result, Yang Yongtai and the others looked at Wang Zhenyu dumbfounded, unable to say a word. Next is the party affairs, Sun Yat-sen doesn't want much, and there are naturally more things that can be given up under the position of No. 1. So Wang Zhenyu was not ambiguous and agreed. zuihou is the army, Wang Zhenyu said very shamefully: "The front is all listening to you, and the army has to listen to me, otherwise all the previous discussions will be invalid." ”
At this time, the weakness of the bourgeoisie of Sun Yat-sen, Hu Hanmin and others came out, and how much benefit they had gained from the government in the natural way of nature was to tear it all down and start over. So despite all the reluctance, the final list of the military committee was approved by Wang Zhenyu by means. If Sun Wen, who has gained a lot, is still dissatisfied with anything, it is that the power of the chairman of the Military Commission is also amazing, this institution has money and soldiers, and an independent personnel system, I am afraid that it will not be easy to control in the future!
And Zhang Taiyan pointed out sharply when he was drinking tea with Zhu Rui, Cai Yuanpei and other old people of the Restoration Society in private that Wang Zhenyu, who will control the army in the future, is the most transcendent existence in the national government, no matter which faction wants to take the position, it must have his support, although it is not **but it is better**.
On April 27, at Xuanwu Lake in Nanjing, Huang Xing was sworn in as chairman of the National Government, and Li Yuanhong, who was responsible for appointing and supervising the oath, half-jokingly said to Huang Xing: "Five years ago in Wuhan, it was also such a scene, taking the stage to pay respects, and I don't want to come back again in five years." ”
Huang Xing coughed a few times and said, "President, this is probably what the Buddhists say." ”
Li Yuanhong said with a smile: "Fate is natural, but Brother Keqiang, you and I will be on our separate sides the day after tomorrow, and we still have to support each other a lot!" ”
"That's natural, the more secure your position is, the more peaceful our country will be."
To say that the most amazing thing today is Wang Jingwei, this kid became the mayor of Nanjing City under Sun Wen's efforts, and Lu Gongwang, the commander of the Nanjing Garrison District, also belongs to Sun Wen's camp. Although Wang Zhenyu's descendant, Yu Zuobai's Fifth Division, was also stationed outside Nanjing, relying on the garrison area and the municipal government, basically Sun Wen's line had a security guarantee in Nanjing. And Wang Jingwei, who was appointed mayor of Nanjing as soon as he returned to China this time, naturally became full of ambition in this fairly good political environment, and in his own words, he wanted to make some contributions to national construction.
All walks of life, three religions and nine streams, all attended the inauguration ceremony, and Huang Xing, as the protagonist, was undoubtedly the busiest, and after delivering the inaugural speech, he had to move to his office. There were more than 80 personnel orders that he needed to sign and take effect.
At this moment, no matter which faction it is, no matter whether there has been a holiday in the past or not, everyone's faces are filled with happy smiles. The Nanjing Air Force Flight Training Brigade, which Wang Zhenyu had just formed, also flew to Xuanwu Lake to conduct a flight show, and a grand fireworks display was held here at night. In short, Wang Zhenyu allocated 100 million Chinese yuan for the national government in one go, and everyone can spend money proudly.
In Beijing, the telegram of the establishment of the Nationalist Government reached here early in the morning, and although Duan Qirui, the current acting premier and about to be reappointed as the chief of the War Department, knew early on that there would be such a day and made psychological preparations, when this thing came true, his nose was immediately crooked.
In Dongjiaomin Lane, the British Minister Zhu Erdian invited the French Minister Kant to come over for morning tea.
"Mr. Kant, the national government has really been established, do you think we really want to hand over the customs of the nine southern provinces to this damn local government as agreed? And they don't have to pay the reparations! If the hateful Japanese find out, they will probably protest again," Zhu Erdian said lazily.
Kant took a sip of milk tea, his brows wrinkled unconsciously, to be honest, the British's milk tea is a little bitter because the tea is more than milk, and the French milk tea is still delicious: "Then what to do, if we miss the contract now, the 3 million tons of steel that is ten percent cheaper than the Yankees will not be obtained." If I do, a new ambassador will soon be sent to replace me. Dear Mr. Zhu Erdian, I think you are the same. ”
When Zhu Erdian heard this, he showed a helpless wry smile: "It's all the fault of the damned Germans, the war ruined everything, I really can't imagine when it started, these barbaric Orientals are actually qualified to sit down and negotiate terms with our British Empire." ”
Kant was very ungentlemanly and said, "Let's stop complaining about this, let's find a way to contribute to the damn war in Europe as soon as possible, you know?" My wife's nephew was killed in Verdun last month, and my wife cried all night. Damn, that lad I remember, was a very good winemaker, and he made Bordeaux wines that I'm sure you'd love too, Monsieur Jurdian, but he's dead now, and God won't forgive those damned Germans. ”
Zhu Erdian shook the milk tea in his hand that had bottomed out and said: "The contract still has to be fulfilled, I have a preliminary idea, maybe we can send the Chinese to the battlefield and win this damn war for us, and all we need to pay is a little money." I've already made a presentation to Whitehall, what do you think? Dear Kant. ”
Kant snapped his fingers: "Haha, I also think that we should not just send some Chinese laborers, in fact I have received reports from several officers of the observation mission, they say that the tactical literacy of the warlord's army named Wang Zhenyu can even take on the war in Europe, provided that there is enough equipment." ”
Zhu Erdian nodded: "Next, it depends on what the domestic side says, but I'm still very worried, if these barbaric Orientals have strong force, will they become a second Japan?" And ultimately affect the interests of our Europeans here. ”
Kant smiled: "Then just let the Japanese stare at them, they are all our watchdogs, isn't it?" We no longer have to bring troops from far away Europe to fight an indigenous war. ”
Zhu Erdian put down the milk tea, isn't this Frenchman talking about the traditional continental checks and balances policy of the British Empire? Recently, because of the European war, the Japanese have become more and more disobedient. Although they still follow behind the British Empire like dogs, they are no longer the pugs they had earlier, but a wolf dog that will bite its owner back at any time. Therefore, from the perspective of safeguarding the interests of the British Empire, it is also in the interests of the British Empire to appropriately support China so that it can contain each other with Japan, and the premise is to grasp a certain degree.
Thinking of this, Zhu Erdian made up his mind and said: "The customs in the south will be returned to the Nationalist Government from May 1, even if it is a congratulatory gift from us." In addition, we should talk to General Wang Zhenyu, the de facto ruler of the Nationalist Government, as soon as possible, and we should cooperate in more areas, including dealing with the Germans. ”
In order to avoid irritating the Japanese, the line of the Nationalist Government has always been in contact with the French, so this Jihua is no exception.
Kant nodded and said, "No problem, it's just that I have a question, my friend, how many Chinese soldiers do you plan to arm?" ”
Zhu Erdian shook his head and said: "It's too early to say this question, I don't know the answer, but if I were the prefect of Whitehall, I would hope that the more this number is, the better, preferably enough to bury all the Germans, anyway, the most important thing this barbarian country lacks is population." ”
After the inauguration ceremony, Wang Zhenyu returned to Wuhan, where he personally presided over the ceremony of conferring titles and honors on the officers. For example, Wang Kewen, Zhang Zizhong, Zhao Yong and others who performed well in this Protectorate War were all awarded the Order of Light. But Huang Xing and Sun Wen stopped him: "Wenzheng, this government has also been established, and all the work is about to begin, if you go to Wuhan, wouldn't it be very troublesome for us to find you something?" ”
As soon as Wang Zhenyu heard it, he knew that this was a kind word, these bigwigs are now eager to get out of their shadows, where is there any reluctance to go by themselves. As for stopping himself now, it is estimated that he will take back the customs file.
Wang Zhenyu shook his head very sincerely and said: "At the beginning of the merger, we had an agreement, I only take care of the military, our country is so big, there are so many talents, is it impossible for Wang Zhenyu to play without me?" As long as you put down the power, you can do many things together to do haode. ”
Huang Xing nodded and asked, "What about the target?" Revolutionary work must always have a goal, and the goal of making the country rich and strengthening the people is the goal, but it is too big, and we must always unify the short-term goals. ”
Sun Wen hurriedly added: "There must be an explanation for a series of things, including customs!" ”
Wang Zhenyu smiled: "Okay, okay, I'll stay a few more days and solve all these problems before leaving." However, I have one condition, the two of you will also participate in the award ceremony in Wuhan. How is it? ”
Huang Xing looked at Wang Zhenyu and smiled at Sun Wen: "Sun Wen, look at this kid, he is already the commander of hundreds of thousands of troops, and he still talks to us about the conditions......"