White House, Washington. After a month-long journey, Stilwell finally returned to Washington, D.C., on the morning of January 18, 1940. That afternoon, Stilwell went to the White House to report to President Roosevelt.

"Mr. President," it took Stilwell nearly an hour to finish telling what he had seen and heard in China over the past year or so, as well as his feelings and summaries. "In general, the anti-Japanese forces in China are very strong, although they have no way to defeat the Japanese army in a short time, but it is absolutely impossible for the Japanese to completely conquer China!"

At the end, Stilwell said in a very serious tone: "Mr. President, I firmly believe that there is no hope for the corrupt and incompetent government of the Republic of China, and in the future, the master of China will definitely be born between the Red Party of China and the Shandong Group Army. In particular, the Shandong Group Army, a new force, is an anti-Japanese armed force with strict discipline and strong combat effectiveness, and they have extremely mysterious leading figures who have mastered extremely advanced military technology, science and technology, and industrial production technology, and are an object worthy of great attention!

And the ambition of the Japanese to dominate the world is already very obvious, and sooner or later they will invade the south, and it is even very likely that there will be a war conflict with the United States of America. Therefore, for the sake of the fundamental interests of the United States of America in the future, I propose that consideration be given to strengthening cooperation between these two forces. ”

"Stilwell, I've worked hard for you for more than a year, and thank you very much for collecting very detailed references and making accurate judgments and generalizations, which have worked very well for me and the White House."

Roosevelt praised it without hesitation, and then asked with a smile: "I also want to hear what you personally saw and heard about your visit to the Shandong Peninsula in China, are you really so optimistic about the Shandong Group Army?" They were placed on an equal footing with the government of the Republic of China! ”

Stilwell's extreme praise for the Shandong Group Army, although there was only a short paragraph of summary words, Roosevelt felt very incredible when he heard it, and he could not imagine that Shandong, which was heavily surrounded by Japanese troops, would be a prosperous era comparable to that of the United States!

"Mr. President, I can completely understand your feelings, because before I personally went to the Shandong Peninsula, I could not have imagined that there would be such a magical land in China. Although I have heard and gathered a lot of information before this, I have always believed that there is a deliberate exaggeration in this, and that it is a lie made up by them to boost the morale of the people!

But when I arrived, I realized that everything was real and there was no moisture! I can vouch for this with my personality! Stilwell got too many benefits from Jiang Qiang, and really saw Jiang Qiang's strength and potential, so he naturally spared no effort to say good things for him:

"China is originally an ancient and mysterious country, and there have been countless talented people for thousands of years. I think Jiang Qiang may be one of them, and maybe one day the glory of China will be realized in his hands. Isn't it enough that they were the first to develop new anti-tank rocket launchers and ground-based radar stations, as well as industrialized products that were ahead of their time, such as stockings, penicillin, instant noodles, sanitary napkins, etc.? ”

"You're right, it seems that I'm still bound by my preconceived notions and visions!" After listening carefully to Stilwell's explanation, Roosevelt was greatly shocked, not to mention that the newly emerged Dongxing Trading Group Company has developed to a shocking height in the past year or so.

After a pause, Roosevelt said regretfully: "Having said that, the United States of America has just emerged from the Great Depression, and what we need most now is a stable time for development, not to participate in dangerous wars.

Japan, with its powerful army and navy, already has the whole of East Asia in its pocket, and if we get involved too much, we may be drawn into war. The White House cannot afford such consequences, and the American people will not agree to it, so I can't go against the will of the people, at most I can negotiate with the Japanese government to ensure the smooth flow of passenger routes, and as for military supplies and civilian supplies, they can only find their own way to transport them! ”

The United States is located in North America, with a unique geographical location, except for the Revolutionary War, the Mexican-American War, the Civil War and other stations, other wars did not affect the mainland at all.

The long-standing pacifist trend of thought in the United States is prevalent, and neither the people nor the US government are willing to go to war, and the United States has devoted all its energies to economic construction and improving the living standards of its citizens.

In fact, after World War I, not only the Americans did not want to fight, but the British and French were also unwilling to fight, otherwise there would have been no appeasement policy that connived at the fascist forces in Germany.

The British, the French, and the Germans went to war only because they were forced to do so, and if war could have been avoided, they never wanted to fight. The same is true for the Americans, so until the outbreak of World War II, the domestic population still did not support the government's entry into the war. In particular, Germans and Irish Americans in the United States were even fond of Nazi Germany.

Germans and Irish, who make up nearly half of the U.S. population, are important sources of votes for U.S. presidential elections and have a strong influence in the United States. In addition, not only is there no unity among the people of the United States, but the Congress and the Legislative Yuan are also in constant dispute over the issue of the United States' entry into the war, and this is also an important reason for the United States' delay in entering the war.

Therefore, even if Stilwell said that the sky was broken, Roosevelt would not change the policy of neutrality, and at most he would send him a good guy card as a token of comfort. "Mr. President, I can only take a reservation about this!" Stilwell was not surprised by Roosevelt's decision, but he was disappointed in his heart, he obviously felt a strong crisis and a war opportunity, but there was nothing he could do to change everything in front of him.

"Hey, I can't imagine that Jiang Qiang has seen it more thoroughly than I do, and the long-term pacifism has made the great United States lose its bloody nature and will to fight. But with no eggs under the nest, can we really be isolated from the world and avoid the flames of war from befalling us? ”

At this time, Stilwell realized why Jiang Qiang shook his head disapprovingly when he proposed to suggest that the president should seriously consider aiding the Red Party after returning to China. Seeing Stilwell's gloomy expression, Roosevelt smiled and comforted: "Don't be discouraged, heroes will naturally be useful, and I will tell you good news, you are about to become the commander of the 3rd Brigade of the 2nd Infantry Division."

With your qualifications and abilities, there will be more room for promotion in the future! "Thank you, Mr. President, I'm fine!" Stilwell barely squeezed out a smile, although with the appreciation and promotion of the President of the United States, his career in the future will definitely be smooth, but what he wants to do now is to go to the Chinese battlefield to participate in the War of Resistance against Japan, rather than to be a Taiping officer in the United States.

The next morning, Stilwell drove to New York and arrived at the headquarters of Huaxing Trading Group. And Meng Wu'an, who had already received a phone call, led a group of old brothers to wait in front of the headquarters building early, including Stilwell.

"Meng, my old friend, I'm so glad to see you again! I haven't seen you for more than a year, and you've become more and more handsome and mature! "After getting out of the car, I saw Meng Wuan in a suit at a glance, and Stilwell was extremely happy to hug him!" I'm also very happy to see you again, old friend, you have lost a lot of money after more than a year! I've suffered a lot in China these days, right? ”

Meng Wuan was also very happy, the last time he was able to come to the United States, it was all dependent on this American's care, otherwise it would not be a simple matter to cross the ocean without being familiar with life. "It's not about hardship, it's just a bit tiring to go back and forth!" After stilwell hugged for a while, he patted Meng Wu'an on the shoulder and said:

"Meng, you are really amazing, you have created an impressive huge business group in a short period of time, and I can often hear the name of your Dongxing Trading Group Company from thousands of miles away!" Meng Wuan said politely: "Haha, it's not thanks to your help, otherwise whether we can reach the United States safely or not is a different matter!" ”

"No, no, no, you're serious! With your means and abilities, it will be easy for me to come to the United States. Stilwell shook his head, then stretched out his arms and hugged Powell next to him and said, "Powell, congratulations on finding your new career, I'm happy for you today!" ”

"Speaking of which, I have to thank General Jiang Qiang, Chairman Meng, and thank them for giving me this opportunity and stage, otherwise it would be difficult for me to achieve today's results!" Powell's face is full of smiles, and now he is a senior leader and shareholder of Huaxing Trading Group Company, not only has an enviable high-tech, but also can get a huge profit dividend.

One person has ascended to heaven, and Powell's relatives and friends have also received tremendous benefits, changing the fate of too many people. So, there is no reason why Powell should not be grateful and dissatisfied, even though he once pursued and was obsessed with journalism. "That's right, drink water and think about the source!"

Stilwell nodded and said fluently in Chinese: "Huaxing Trading Group has provided a large number of jobs, created huge wealth, spurred economic prosperity, and donated huge sums of money to support the just war of resistance, and we all have to thank them for their contributions!" "It's a prize, it's a prize!"

Meng Wu'an smiled when he heard it, and after a long period of greetings, he waved his hand and said, "Old friend, how about we go into the house and sit down and talk slowly?" It's weird cold outside! "Okay! Guests are as you please, today I am here to visit old friends, everything is up to you! ”

Stilwell has a bold figure and has a good relationship with Meng Wu'an, so he naturally won't be polite, when he walked into the headquarters building accompanied by Meng Wu'an and others, he came to the luxurious reception room on the first floor.

"Buying cakes, you guys are so good, you make so much money in a short period of time? I don't even want to join the army, I want to do business with you! After entering the reception room, chatting for a while, and listening to the brief introductions of Meng Wu'an, Powell and others, Stilwell realized that Huaxing Trading Group Company had become a behemoth with hundreds of millions of dollars in assets in a short period of time!

Especially when I heard that Powell, who was in poverty a year ago, has now become a millionaire, the whole person was stunned! Powell quipped: "You are a rare military expert in our United States, so wouldn't it be overkill to let you do business, and let the American military suffer heavy losses?" ”

Hearing this, Stilwell frowned and said, "Don't joke with me, what kind of military expert am I!" At best, he is a homeless man who is busy and does nothing! Seeing Stilwell's gloomy expression, Powell asked with some curiosity: "What happened?" Doesn't this return to China allow you to perform your duties and be promoted? ”

"You're right, but it's not what I want! Sooner or later, we in the United States will pay a heavy price for today's appeasement policy, and history will teach us enough lessons! Stilwell sighed lightly, and then picked up the key points and told the story of what happened after returning to China very implicitly, after all, some of the content was classified and could not be told to outsiders in its original form.

However, Stilwell, Meng Wu'an and others are all smart people, and they know the meaning of elegance when they hear the strings, and they understand the meaning of Stilwell's words after a little thought. Meng Wuan said with a smile: "Stilwell, you are the true friend of our Chinese people, our Chinese people have always been a drop of water when the spring reciprocates, we have all recorded this kindness!"

Although the Japanese devils look very powerful now, after all, the evil will not prevail over the good, and sooner or later we will let the little devils pay for their blood debts and drive them back to their hometowns! "Meng, you are too polite, you said that I am your friend, shouldn't friends help each other?"

Stilwell's brows gradually relaxed, he felt very uncomfortable when he got too many benefits from Jiang Qiang but didn't get the corresponding reward for Jiang Qiang. Stilwell is here today just to show his attitude and position: someone is not taking advantage of the benefits and not doing things, but the plan is not as fast as the change, and he is powerless.

"Yes, we are all friends, so don't be polite to each other in the future! In the future, no matter what you need in the United States, please feel free to ask, as long as it is money, it will not be a problem! "Meng Wuan had already received a telegram from Jiang Qiang, and if he wanted to have a good relationship with Stilwell, he could spend enough money and resources if necessary!

"That's right! We are all friends, so we should help each other, and don't get too angry. Stilwell, you're still a few days away from taking up your new role, so let's get together here in the next few days! ”

Hearing the meaning of Meng Wu'an's words, Powell smiled and played a round, as an old friend for many years, he naturally hoped that Stilwell could take the big ship of Jiang Qiang and become a partner in the same boat.

Meng Wuan smiled and said: "That's right, we have all experienced a lot of things in this year, and it is rare for us to get together from all over the world, so we just take this opportunity to have a good exchange." I just wonder if Mr. Stilwell is willing to give this face? ”

"Thank you for your kindness, then I might as well be respectful!" Stilwell nodded happily, and the Shandong delegation opened Stilwell's eyes and refreshed his cognition and three views. At this time, Stilwell naturally had a strong curiosity and wanted to see with his own eyes what was going on with this famous Huaxing Trading Group Company!

After a pause, Stilwell continued: "Before leaving Qingdao this time, General Jiang also asked me to bring back some letters, most of which were letters written by your relatives, and there were also many letters of condolence. With that, Stilwell picked up the suitcase at his feet and placed it on the coffee table, opened it and took out two bulging briefcases.

"Great, thank you! The beacon fire has been in the rain for three months, and the family letter is worth 10,000 dollars! "yes, yes, we haven't heard from home in a long time!" "Wow, speaking of which, I suddenly have a feeling of returning to my heart!" Meng Wuan smiled and nodded in thanks, reached out to take the briefcase and handed it to Shi Weifu and said, "This matter will be handled by you, and you must distribute the letter to everyone." ”

"Okay, please rest assured, chairman!" Shi Weifu responded with a smile, looking at the bulging briefcase, as if a cat was scratching in his heart, and he couldn't wait to open it now to see if there was a letter from his home. Meng Wuan asked with a smile: "I don't know otherwise, the head seat hasn't asked you to bring us a message?" ”

Stilwell glanced at the people around him and said honestly, "I do have something to tell you, but I don't know if I want to tell you alone or in front of everyone." ”“……”

Meng Wuan looked at Stilwell with some astonishment, seeing that his expression was sincere and he didn't mean to joke, he was speechless for a while. Originally, it was just a polite remark, because it stands to reason that Jiang Qiang would send him a telegram directly if he had something, instead of finding someone to pass the word, but Meng Wuan didn't expect to really ask something. And when the incident happened suddenly, he didn't know what he was saying, how did Meng Wuan know if he needed to keep it a secret.

"Chairman, let's go out and wait first!" Seeing that Meng Wu'an was silent, Shi Weifu was very knowledgeable and took the lead in standing up and saying goodbye. "Yes, yes, let's say goodbye first, since it is a matter specially explained by the head office, then let the chairman listen to it alone!" Xia Chen, Tong Weiwen and others also stood up and exited with great interest.

When everyone else left the office, Meng Wuan smiled and said, "Okay, there is no one else now!" Stilwell, if you have something to say, please feel free to speak! Stilwell replied very seriously: "Because General Jiang has heard me mention the corruption and incompetence of the Chongqing government, and the extreme brutality and cruelty of the recruitment of strong men, he is extremely dissatisfied in his heart.

Let me tell you that the profit dividends to the national government need to be regulated, and it is better not to give cash directly as before, but to purchase weapons and equipment according to demand, so as not to fall into the private pockets of some people! "I see! I see, thank you! ”

Meng Wuan nodded, basically understanding what Jiang Qiang meant, not only does this matter itself not need to be kept secret, but it also needs to be spread quietly and in a small area. Jiang Qiang did this to seize the moral high ground in advance, and in this way told the Nationalist Government and others that he had actually been supporting the Nationalist Government on the frontal battlefield, but he would not tolerate the embezzlement and misappropriation of the money spent.

If something else happens in the future, then Jiang Qiang can make further changes, or even break off the cooperative relationship, which can be regarded as an ambush in advance. Stilwell said in a deep voice: "I don't know what kind of agreement you have with the Nationalist Government, but I am very responsible to say that General Jiang is definitely a wise move to do this, and there are not many people in the Nationalist Government from top to bottom who are sincerely fighting against Japan."

Especially those high-ranking military and political officials who hold high-ranking officials and have two hearts, and only know that they are drunk and dream of death all day long, it is really chilling. I really can't understand why a government that is facing extinction has so many corrupt senior officials, shouldn't it be time to work hard and unite as one? ”

As soon as the conversation box was opened, it was completely uncontrollable, and Stilwell turned on the vomit mode, detailing the tragic events and angry events he had seen. "Thank you for your sincerity, we will all remember it!" Meng Wu'an looked at Stilwell with emotion, as an American, he could be so anxious about the Chinese War of Resistance, which was not easy.

"My temper and personality are like this, I like to go straight, I can't get used to those corruption and incompetence, and I can't get used to those unfair things." Stilwell spread his hands and said, "My friend, I really hope that you Huaxia can get rid of the difficulties as soon as possible, those hard-working and kind civilians should not suffer such a deep disaster!" ”

"Thank you! I believe that everything will be fine, that we will lead us from one victory to another, and that we will be able to recast the world in the future! Meng Wuan took a deep breath, and was startled when he didn't listen. From childhood to adulthood, except for the fact that he was born and died on the battlefield many times in the early days of the Anti-Japanese War, Meng Wuan was in a privileged living environment most of the time.

It turns out that this is the real war era, this is the real human life, and this is the real tragic status quo of the Huaxia Kingdom! Stilwell nodded, "I hope so, and I hope that we will have the opportunity to fight side by side in the future, because I know that the ambitions of the Japanese will not stop there, and they will definitely be the enemy of the whole world in the future." ”

"I'm looking forward to that day, too!" "Okay, then it's so pleasant!" Meng Wuan smiled and Stilwell slapped three times in a row, reading each other's hearts from each other's eyes, and then both of them laughed. In the next few days, Meng Wuan specially accompanied Stilwell around the company, and entertained him with delicious food and drink.

According to Jiang Qiang's instructions, Meng Wu'an made great efforts to get along with Stilwell, tied him to his warship, and accompanied the restaurant for several days in a row, trying to try different flavors of food and entertainment for him. After a few days, the relationship between the two quickly warmed up, and they almost became good friends who talked about everything. "You have such an advanced automated production workshop?"

"Wow, are these all movies made in your own studio? The visuals are truly stunning! "Oh, it's delicious, it's very coke! What a delicious crispy fried chicken and potato strips! "Oh my God, it's incredible! The scale of this logistics center is so large! In the process of visiting logistics bases, commercial buildings, McDonald's chain fast food restaurants, production workshops, modern movie theaters, etc., Stilwell kept making fuss all the way, as if he was a mountain man entering the city.

Stilwell did not have never seen the world, but grew up in a large city in the United States, where he was a civilized, and he saw far more than his contemporaries. However, during the visit, Stilwell found that the strength and heritage of Huaxing Trading Company were so terrifying that even he, an American, was dumbfounded, and he couldn't imagine that the behemoth in front of him had only developed and grown for more than a year.

Stilwell's understanding of Jiang Qiang's supernatural powers was refreshed again, and he was deeply aware of the horror of this mysterious oriental man, and there seemed to be nothing in this world that he couldn't do! As a result, Stilwell was completely turned into a fan in the subtle way, and he began to worship Jiang Qiang, and gradually changed from the usual perspective to an upward perspective.