The Wuhan terminal was very busy under the scorching heat wave in July. All kinds of ships shuttle back and forth on the river, setting off a strong commercial atmosphere. On the shore of the pier is a new group of small passenger ships, and there are two new river gunboats in front and behind. The most distinctive feature of the small passenger liners and gunboats is that the black chimneys have disappeared, and although the roar of the motors can be heard, there is not a trace of smoke in sight. It turned out that the small passenger liner and the two river gunboats were built with internal combustion engines. His exhaust pipe is so thin that it is barely visible unless you look closely.

The first two river gunboats produced by the Wuhan shipyard and a small passenger liner specially built for Deng Zixuan were the first to install internal combustion engines. Chen Jintang and Pei Gejin came to the dock to see them off. Deng Zixuan had already ordered that the military government in Guangzhou should be relocated to the capital, and that all central organs should reach Tianjin by sea, and then go to Beijing via Tianjin. The headquarters of the National Defense Forces will also go to Beijing, and Chen Jintang and Pei Ge will go to the capital via Zhengzhou. The next step was to brew the formation of the Chinese Empire.

Our protagonist is going to Shanghai to visit relatives and incense his parents. At the same time, I visited Xiaohong and her two daughters. Then Deng Zixuan took a young man ship to the capital through the Beijing-Hangzhou Canal. "Commander-in-chief, I really don't feel at ease when you go to Shanghai alone!" Chen Jintang said worriedly. "Commander-in-Chief! Do you want to send more troops? Deng Zixuan smiled: "30 people are enough, you can rest assured!" ”

Chen Jintang instructed Wan Chuan with a tiger face: "You are responsible for the safety of the commander-in-chief along the way, if there is a slight mistake, I will ask you?" "Big brother, you should be on guard, I'd rather my head fall off than ensure the safety of the commander-in-chief." ", your head is off. How to protect me. That's it! See you in Beijing! "See you in the capital!" Chen Jintang and Pei Ge were reluctant to give up.

Deng Zixuan and Wan Chuan boarded the small passenger ship and waved goodbye to Chen Jintang, Pei Gejin and other generals. The little passenger liner slowly left the dock with a flute. Two gunboats also left the dock, and one of them picked up speed to overtake the small passenger liner. Pilot ahead. "Sir, it's been 7 years since I left Shanghai. Today's turn is a glorious return to his hometown! "Privately, I still call Mr. to Deng Zixuan, so I think it's cordial.

Deng Zixuan's slightly red face flashed with this charming light, and a pair of eyes full of wisdom looked ahead: "When I left Shanghai, I didn't expect to come back so soon, and the seven cold and summer were like yesterday, which is unbearable. But I firmly believe that this day will come, but I didn't expect the reversal to come so quickly. "All this, sir, is your wise leadership, and I know that you have never been willing to listen to praise. But I do it from the bottom of my heart. ”

Deng Zixuan said with a smile: "The ancients, a fence with three piles, a hero with three gangs, without you sharing weal and woe, birth and death, I would be alone." You also played an important role in the overthrow of the Manchu Dynasty and the war against the foreign powers. I have often told myself not to be intoxicated by honor and glory. Building a new country is a new starting point for us, and so do me, and so do you. The Manchu dynasty was overthrown, but a more powerful enemy appeared before us. The Chinese nation has no choice but to face an even more violent storm. ”

"Sir. Your subordinates will keep your words in mind, and they will not dare to slack off, let alone disappoint Mr. Wan Chuan bowed. Deng Zixuan smiled: "There is no need to be so nervous, although my status is prominent. But I feel lonely now, have I changed honestly? "Sir hasn't changed, but we have changed." Deng Zixuan understood that Wan Chuan was telling the truth. Frankly, traditional concepts are not something that Deng Zixuan can control. With their own prosperity, the brothers changed their faces in front of them. It is simply unrealistic to expect them all to have their own ideas.

Therefore, Deng Zixuan hopes that the war will last long. Not to mention expanding the territory. The key is that the use of war can effectively unite the people's minds, vigorously reform many traditional flaws and stubborn diseases, cultivate a new concept, and wash away bad habits, and war is undoubtedly the most haode catalyst. What needs to be done vigorously in peacetime, or even what cannot be done, can be solved in wartime.

In the future, how to rapidly develop the economy and people's livelihood during the war period is the biggest problem facing Deng Zixuan. Deng Zixuan, who is familiar with historical knowledge, deeply knows that the reason why the Song Dynasty in history was greatly rich in materials and incomparably rich. Not only was overseas trade prosperous, but the key was that the Song Dynasty government was the only dynasty in ancient times that did not suppress commerce. Successive emperors not only learned to fight and were talented, but also encouraged business and did not set up any barriers, so the Song Dynasty became a banner of ancient dynasties.

The Chinese nation is industrious and full of wisdom, and once there is a suitable soil for growth, it will be brilliant, and history has fully proved it. In the Ming and Qing dynasties, the ban on the sea and the suppression of commerce cut off the road to wealth, cut off the road to wealth by land and sea, and cut off the dream of Yang Wei Shijie of the Chinese nation. Deng Zixuan has rich experience in how to open the golden finger and firmly believes that dreams can come true. "What do you want, sir?" Wan Chuan asked.

Deng Zixuan retracted his thoughts and said, "My intelligence chief, what are your plans for the next step?" Wan Chuan said with confidence: "At present, the mainland's intelligence agencies are basically sound and have developed smoothly in all fields. The next step is mainly to expand overseas intelligence, and I plan to find candidates among the foreign prisoners of war and train intelligence officers for my use. Deng Zixuan nodded with satisfaction and said, "I'm not mistaken, you are engaged in intelligence materials, I am very satisfied." ”

Deng Zixuan continued: "Intelligence work is not just as simple as spying on intelligence, it is necessary to have a sound system and train senior researchers. For example, some intelligence is difficult to obtain, but we can draw conclusions through clues, analysis, and correct judgment, which requires expert-level intelligence personnel. I suggest you set up a school to bring in the best people and train excellent intelligence officers. "Sir! I will keep your teachings in mind. ”

The night has fallen when the small passenger ferry arrives in Nanjing, and it is impossible to arrive in Nanjing so quickly if it is not for going downstream. Deng Zixuan did not get off the boat and went to bed directly on the boat. There was nothing to say all night, and the next day, Deng Zixuan was dressed in casual clothes, wearing a straw hat on his head to shade the sun, and a pair of sunglasses on the bridge of his nose. Wan Chuan was also dressed in civilian clothes, the two of them climbed the pier, and several guards kept their distance from the front and back. Although the marina is very busy. But they didn't get noticed.

Walking through the streets of the ancient capital of the Six Dynasties, Deng Zixuan's interest was strong. See a strong commercial atmosphere. Especially when he saw the slogan of supporting the front-line operation, Deng Zixuan said: "It seems that Zhang Yan has taken care of Nanjing very well. Wan Chuan asked, "Are you going to Zhangfu?" Whether to notify Zhang Yan! Deng Zixuan smiled: "Now inform Zhang Yan that we will be exposed." Can you and I still be so chic and comfortable? But Zhangfu must go, otherwise my eldest sister will sue me. ”

Deng Zixuan and Wan Chuan spent the morning strolling around the bustling commercial street and tasted delicious snacks at the food stalls. After eating, Wan Chuan handed a silver dollar to the stall owner and said that he didn't need to look for it, and the stall owner's eyes widened in surprise, almost in disbelief. At present, the silver dollar is definitely hard currency, and one silver dollar is equivalent to half a month's retail sales. The stall owner was secretly glad to have met a rich and good man.

In the afternoon, the figures of Deng Zixuan and Wan Chuan appeared in front of Zizhang's Mansion. There was a family member in front of the door, and Wan Chuan asked the family member who took the door to go in and report, but he didn't expect the family to be loyal to his duties. If you have to ask the guest to give her name, you will refuse to communicate it. Wan Chuan spent the day talking and tongue, and the oil and salt did not enter. Wan Chuan stretched out his hand and said with a big mouth: "Let Mrs. Zhang come out to greet us immediately!" Seeing several fierce men behind Wan Chuan, this family member immediately ran in.

"There's nothing wrong with the family, you shouldn't hit him!" Deng Zixuan frowned. Sir, there is no way I don't know how to answer him! Wan Chuan showed a helpless expression. Who is so bold to go wild in front of the door! With the sound of coquettishness, the graceful and luxurious nobleman walked out. Wan Chuan was stunned for the first time, and then Deng Zixuan who saw him behind suddenly grew his mouth. Deng Zixuan took off his sunglasses and put his index finger on his mouth to signal quietly: "The eldest sister has always been good, but my brother-in-law came to visit suddenly!" ”

"Oh! Be??? Brother-in-law! Come in! Gui'er was polite and told the family to go and call the master back, and said that there was a distinguished guest at home. Walk inside. Gui'er gasped and said, "Brother-in-law! You scared me to death, didn't you command thousands of troops and horses in Wuhan, why did you come to Nanjing alone, how dangerous is this! Deng Zixuan said with a smile: "If you hug the front and back, it will be dangerous." Besides, what is the danger of singing and dancing now. ”

"Wan'er sent me a telegram, saying that she was packing up and going to the capital by sea! Could it be that you are going to Shanghai to wait for Wan'er? Gui'er said. Deng Zixuan shook his head and said: "I, a dignified commander-in-chief, made a special trip to Shanghai to wait for my wife, what kind of system will I become." I'm afraid it will be laughable and generous. I went to Shanghai to see my relatives and family members and then went to the capital via the canal, and Wan'er went to the capital with the government officials and did not stop in Shanghai. ”

Gui'er said: "My mother is not in good health and is old. At present, Natsuko is with her aunt, and your daughter is not with you all year round. I'm afraid I won't know you anymore. "Deng Xia was born to Deng Zixuan and Wan'er." yes, I owe them so much! Deng Zixuan had a guilty expression on his face. The eldest daughter Deng Hua is 13 years old this year, Deng Xia is 12 years old, the two daughters are one year apart, and their names are Huaxia. mentioned his daughter Deng Zixuan, and his eyes showed the tenderness of a child.

This kung fu Zhang Yan came back in a hurry, and when he heard the guest described by the family beating him, and the lady saw the guest panicked, he couldn't help but hurry back with curiosity. What kind of guest can be wild in the mansion of the highest official in Nanjing, this is too shameless to give himself. But Zhang Yan couldn't have imagined that Deng Zixuan was here. When Zhang Yan entered the door and saw Deng Zixuan, he was shocked.

"The commander meets the commander-in-chief!" Zhang Yan hurriedly knelt down. Deng Zixuan stepped forward to support Zhang Yan and said, "You want me to fold my life!" We are brothers-in-law, not officialdom, and I am visiting you as a brother-in-law. Zhang Yan's face was slightly red and said, "Commander-in-chief, you should inform me in advance, I will at least be prepared." "We are traveling in secret, and considering the safety of the commander-in-chief, we cannot let outsiders know." Wan Chuan interjected unceremoniously beside him.

"Yes, yes, yes! Subordinates are stupid! Zhang Yan couldn't stop nodding, feeling uncomfortable. Deng Zixuan said with a smile: "The stars have changed, 7 years have passed,." Although my identity has changed, our family relationship has not changed. There is no need for the eldest brother-in-law to be restrained, you make me uncomfortable like this. But Zhang Yan still hasn't recovered from his nervous state. It is no wonder that Zhang Yan, as a former Qing official, has already developed this style, and Deng Zixuan has no choice but to follow him if he says that it is useless.

After staying in Zhang's Mansion for a night, Deng Zixuan felt that Zhang Yan had a distance from him, and his attempt to change this atmosphere was useless. Whether at the dinner table or in conversation, Zhang Yan was cautious and did not say a word of superfluity. Deng Zixuan thought of seeing his brother-in-law in Shanghai, and even Sheng Huaiyin was afraid that he would be in this state, and it seemed that he had to adapt to this situation. It's no wonder that people in high positions claim to be alone, and that's true. Meeting Zhang Yan, Deng Zixuan felt very depressed.

On the road the next day, Deng Zixuan asked Zhang Yan not to see him off, so as not to cause a sensation. Women are all vain, Gui'er asked to go to Shanghai with Deng Zixuan, but Deng Zixuan was not easy to refuse. (To be continued......)

PS: The smoke of the war has temporarily subsided, and the protagonist feels homesick. It's obviously a glorious return to his hometown, but there is no atmosphere of joy. The prominence of status has a sense of loneliness.