Fengxian Jiangshan

"Mr. Minyuan. Our factory has gradually been established, and we already have considerable production capacity. When we produce something, we must sell it to make the company profitable. The more we sell, the better it is for us. What do you think we Who should I sell it to?"

"Of course it's inside the Guan." Wang Yongjiang is also a smart person, blurted out immediately, and then he laughed: "My humble words reminded me again. Originally, our main trading partners were Japanese, and they bought mineral products from the three eastern provinces." , and then sell industrial products. At this time, we maintained a stable currency value to prevent the Japanese from depriving us of agricultural products at low prices. Now our trading partners have to change. We must devalue the currency for the entire customs market. It can increase industry The output of products. Just to promote industrial development."

Zhang Tinglan also smiled and said: "That's right, I got a lot of technology from Germany this time. As long as I digest all of them, the Northeast will have a primary industrial foundation, and it should compete with the big powers for the Chinese market. Grab a share of the market in the customs. If we eat meat from the mouths of the big powers, we can double the number of catching up with the big powers, and the gap between the two sides will become smaller and smaller until we fully catch up."

Wang Yongjiang couldn't stop nodding.He still admires Zhang Tinglan's sensitivity. The three northeastern provinces are beginning to transform, from an agricultural society to an industrial society. The two social forms have completely different operating modes.The agricultural age pays attention to accumulation, while the industrial age pays attention to operation. One kind of society pursues static, and another kind of society pursues dynamic. It is true that we must work hard, otherwise there is no way to adapt to this drastic change!

While they were talking, Yuan Jinkai came over suddenly. As soon as he met Yuan Jinkai, he said: "Zhuoyan, the Japanese Consul General Akajiri is visiting the assistant commander and wants to talk to us. He said that Japanese Foreign Minister Yasuya Uchida hopes to represent the Japanese government. Come and discuss with Feng Jun about the development of bilateral relations."

Zhang Tinglan was a little surprised when he heard the news. The foreign minister is an important member of the Japanese cabinet, he is very distinguished and would not go abroad easily. He is willing to come to Fengtian to negotiate. There is a lot of meaning in this.

Zhang Tinglan also hurriedly put down the work at hand and hurried to find Zhang Zuoxiang. The original handsome mansion had been burned down, and the new handsome mansion had not had time to be built, so Zhang Zuoxiang just worked at his original home. After Zhang Tinglan arrived, he went directly to the main hall.

Akajiri Masasuke had already left, Zhang Zuoxiang was thinking about it, saw Zhang Tinglan coming, and hurriedly said: "Zhuoyan, what's the plan of the little devil, why do you want to negotiate all of a sudden, is there some kind of conspiracy? "

"Father, I'm not sure right now. I'd better call Yang Yuting and Chang Yinhuai over and discuss it together."

Soon Yang Yuting and Chang Yinhuai were called over, and Zhang Tinglan asked Chang Yinhuai first: "Director Chang, what information do you have recently that can force the Japanese to soften their attitude?"

Chang Yinhuai hurriedly said: "I was about to report that there was trouble in the Far East. Because of the exposure of the Japanese atrocities, the Russian people were completely angered. Coupled with the instigation of the majority party, there were signs of a large-scale uprising in the entire Far East. , not only ordinary people, but even the original White Russian army has been instigated one after another, a prairie fire is taking shape, and the Japanese are also devastated."

Yang Yuting also said from the side: "Zhuoyan, according to the Air Force's investigation, we found that a large number of Japanese troops in Liaoyang have withdrawn. It seems that they are preparing to concentrate their forces and want to deal with the Russians."

Hearing this, Zhang Tinglan looked at her father, and Zhang Zuoxiang first said: "Although we have to take revenge on Yuting, as the saying goes, it is not too late for a gentleman to take revenge. Now that we are not strong enough, it is okay to relax. "

With Zhang Zuoxiang's approval, Zhang Tinglan felt a lot more relaxed, and he really didn't want to fight against Japan anymore. It's not fun to dance on the tip of a knife.

"Father, then I think we should talk to the Japanese, but we must let the Japanese cut their flesh, otherwise we don't want to get away easily."

Yang Yuting couldn't help asking: "Zhuoyan, what do you want from the Japanese?"

"The first is the South-Manchuria Railway. It is difficult to get the entire railway back, but at least the dependencies must be abolished and the garrison reduced. Otherwise, the railway will be stuck in the throat and the threat will be too great. The second point is Japan's economy in the three eastern provinces. The privilege must be given up, especially the treaty signed with the Beiyang government, we will not recognize it at all. The third point is that they promise to stop all espionage activities, and if Fengjun finds out again, they will be severely punished according to Chinese law!"

"These three items are very important, and they are properly handled. I think it can be achieved!" Wang Yongjiang said with a smile: "Zhuoyan, if you want to negotiate, you need a professional person. I have someone to recommend to you. He is guaranteed to be competent. This mission."

"Mr. Minyuan, what great talent have you discovered?"

"This person is Gu Weijun who fought against the foreign powers at the Paris peace conference. Although we still failed at the peace conference, Gu Weijun did not embarrass us. He returned to China not long ago and even went to Fengtian on purpose. You just happened to be away, so we met I chatted for a long time, quick thinking, articulate, definitely a first-class talent in diplomacy."

When Zhang Tinglan heard that he recommended Gu Weijun, he nodded again and again, and said with great satisfaction: "With Gu Weijun here, my confidence in negotiating with Japan has increased by at least [-]%!"

Chapter 481 Draw the Sword and Slay the Enemy

"Mr. Shaochuan, who has admired his great name for a long time, was unparalleled in the Paris Peace Conference and fought for national power. It is really admirable." Zhang Tinglan said with a smile.

"I'm ashamed, it's really not worth mentioning." Gu Weijun sighed and said: "National sovereignty has not been regained, and I am ashamed of the hopeful people all over the country. Even if they did not sign in the end, Shandong still fell into the hands of the Japanese. Seeing the country The loss of sovereignty is really heartbreaking!"

"Shaochuan, it's not your fault. A weak country has no diplomacy. You have already done your duty, so don't be demanding." Wang Yongjiang said with a smile from the side: "Zhuoyan often talks about the jungle world, where the weak prey on the strong. The so-called great powers are all one Helping robbers to be born, and reasoning with them is like trying to make ends meet."

"Sure enough, without strength, there is no dignity." Gu Weijun said: "When I was in Paris, I met Fengtian's purchasing group. After talking for a few words, I felt a lot of emotion. We went to negotiate with the big powers, and we were still superstitious about axioms. , while Fengtian is searching for technical equipment, the level of the two is clear at a glance. After returning to China, I also want to visit the three eastern provinces to experience, explore the road to a strong country, how should the country develop, and how should diplomacy be done. "

Although the Paris Peace Conference made Gu Weijun famous all over the world, it was actually a huge blow to his ideals. Gu Weijun saw the cruelty and reality of the world, and had to worry about China's future.After returning to China, Gu Weijun kept paying attention to Fengjun's deeds over the years. After some research, Gu Weijun was surprised. Unknowingly, Fengjun had made too many earth-shattering changes.

For example, the establishment of the farm system has ended the tenancy system of more than 2000 years; the promotion of science and engineering education has changed the Chinese tradition of emphasizing literature over science, and skilled workers have been respected; investing in industrialization has reversed the entire social form of China.

As an outstanding talent who has studied in the West for many years, Gu Weijun knows it very well.The great powers are also doing these things when they move from the feudal era to the capitalist era.It's just that they didn't have a clear plan, they looked very messy, and even went backwards, and it lasted quite a long time.

The Northeast, on the other hand, skipped those wrong links and went straight to the core. Obviously, the leaders of the three Northeast provinces are very clear-headed and wise. They have thoroughly studied the laws of the world's development, and every measure is meaningful.With good intentions, being able to do this has surpassed Beiyang thousands of times.

Gu Weijun agreed with Feng Jun more and more, and went to the Northeast to observe several times, and the changes he actually saw were even more gratifying.That's why Gu Weijun had the heart to take refuge in Fengjun and regard this place as a new starting point for his career.

"Mr. Gu. Japan's Foreign Minister Yasuya Uchida is coming to Fengtian to negotiate recently. I would like to ask Mr. Gu to talk to him on behalf of our side. I wonder if I can agree?"

Japanese foreign minister?Yasuya Uchida?After hearing this, Gu Weijun was also surprised immediately. Japan has never sent any big figures to deal with the Chinese government. A minister is enough.When will it be the foreign minister's turn to come forward, and he still went to Fengtian in person, which is a bit too subversive!

"Commander-in-Chief, don't hesitate to ask me a question. I have to know exactly what is going to be discussed."

"Since the assassination of the commander-in-chief, our relationship with Japan has been very tense. There have been military confrontations in places such as the Yalu River, Shanhaiguan, and the South-Manchuria Railway. Now the Japanese want to ease relations with us in order to deal with the Russian majority. Concentrate your strength."

Gu Weijun's brain is also extremely flexible, he immediately understood that Japan can send a foreign minister to come here in person, obviously this means that he is submissive to Fengjun.It is really remarkable that a small local force can achieve this step. Even if there is an element of luck, the Fengjun has the backbone and strength to dare to confront the Japanese.Without two brushes, it is impossible to gain the respect of the Japanese. Now it seems that Feng Jun is indeed unusual.

"Thanks to the Commander-in-Chief's respect for me, Shaochuan is willing to take on this task, but please provide a little more information, I have to straighten things out first, and be prepared!"

Zhang Tinglan nodded in relief, and said with a smile: "Mr. Shaochuan, if you don't think the official is too small, you can temporarily act as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the three eastern provinces!"

Speaking of which, the three eastern provinces are indeed short of diplomatic talents. Zhang Tinglan was overjoyed that Gu Weijun could come, so naturally he wanted to give him a suitable position.Gu Weijun also quickly said: "When I came to Fengtian, I intended to serve the commander-in-chief, so I will not refuse, and I will ask the commander-in-chief to see my performance!"

Gu Weijun hurriedly prepared materials, planning how to deal with Uchida.Zhang Tinglan said to Wang Yongjiang with a smile: "Mr. Minyuan, what Fengjun lacks most now is talents. If we can still recruit such professionals as Gu Shaochuan, it is really wishful!"

Wang Yongjiang also said with a smile: "There are people everywhere, but there are not many talents available. You can't just wait, and you have to search for them yourself. Didn't you make a promotional film earlier? The effect is very good. Many immigrants in the customs decided to go to the three northeastern provinces because they saw the film. I think we should set up a special talent mining department. They will go to the customs and even go overseas to recruit Chinese. talents, and then drag these people to the Northeast."

When Zhang Tinglan heard this idea, his eyes immediately brightened. In the later developed countries, as well as large enterprises, they all have special talent strategies, and they search for available talents all over the world.Now that Fengjun has developed to a certain level, talents are needed everywhere, and it is true that we should make great efforts to recruit talents and invite a large number of useful talents.

"Mr. Minyuan, your method is very good. I will immediately arrange personnel to take charge of this matter. I think the target of recruiting should be placed on several military academies, especially Baoding Military Academy. The school was established there the earliest and the teachers are strong. It is also strong, and there are many talents worth recruiting, and the Nanyang Naval Academy also has a group of naval talents, which we urgently need."

At this time, many influential figures in the late period of the Republic of China had just emerged, such as Bai Chongxi, Zhang Zhizhong, Chen Shaokuan, etc., were all around 30 years old, their careers had just started, and they were not worth mentioning. It would be much easier to recruit .

When Zhang Zuolin was in Japan, he had to take care of the opinions of old-school figures, and it was impossible for Zhang Tinglan to expand his team at will, and he tried to use the talents from the three eastern provinces as much as possible.Now that the situation has changed, the talent policy should also change to attract talents from all over the world.It must also be on the agenda.

"Zhuoyan, if you are thinking about these military school students, you'd better think about it first. They are not alone. If you go to recruit others, they will go with you. They are all complicated teacher-student relationships, intricately intertwined, and most of them After graduation, people are willing to return to their hometowns, and they will not come to the three eastern provinces easily."

Wang Yongjiang is right.In this era, the geographical barriers are still very heavy, coupled with the Democratic Party's insanely calling out the federal provinces for self-government, it has produced very bad consequences.People in all provinces think of their own province first, and talents working in other provinces will also be discriminated against and excluded, thus greatly restricting the flow of talents.It also intensified the local separatist forces.

"Mr. Minyuan, I am extremely opposed to regional concepts. China has always been unified. In ancient times, there was a tradition of being an official in a different place. It lasted for many dynasties in order to prevent local separatism. As a result, after the Republic of China, a bunch of bastards Simply imitating the backward political system in the West, trying to establish a federal system, and shouting the slogan of inter-provincial self-government. As a result, a good country is divided, which is definitely a crime!"

"Hahaha, it's useless for you to be angry again. This is reality. It can't be changed in a day or two. I think if you want to recruit students from the military academy, you might as well start with key personnel, such as Jiang Fangzhen, the former principal of Baoding Military Academy , This man has high military attainments and high prestige among the students. If he is brought in, he can recruit a lot of talents. In addition, in terms of the navy, it is best to convince Sa Zhenbing, this old man has the most seniority in the navy The old man has unparalleled connections, and if he can do his job well, everything will be convenient!"

"High!" Zhang Tinglan couldn't help giving Wang Yongjiang a thumbs up, and said with a smile: "Mr. Min Yuan, you are really resourceful, I really admire you!"

"Humble words, recruiting talents is one aspect, and how to use them is another aspect. If you introduce a large number of foreign talents, what should you do with the original people and how to balance the bottom people? If you can't integrate into Fengjun, what should you do? You have to think about these things."

"Thank you, Mr. Minyuan, for your guidance." Zhang Tinglan couldn't help but bow to Wang Yongjiang. How to use talents is much more important than discovering them.In history, Beiyang also recruited great talents from all over the world, but the result was inevitable decline.The same was true for the later Democratic Party. There were many generals who were able to conquer wars, but they did not die in the hands of the opponent. Many of them were tricked by their own people. This is a painful lesson.

Wang Yongjiang is older than Zhang Zuoxiang, in fact, he regards Zhang Tinglan as a junior in his heart, and is willing to give more advice to Zhang Tinglan so that he will be less negligent.

Zhang Tinglan also said: "Employing people is a university question. I must carefully study a set of norms. However, compared with military personnel, the civil affairs system requires more and more complicated talents. Moreover, unlike the army, civil affairs personnel must rely on their own personnel. Cultivation, this one needs to be more worried about by the husband."

"Well, I'm also born to work hard." Wang Yongjiang said with a wry smile: "I just met Chu Mingyuan, that young man is good, and he is very capable of handling affairs. I have already promoted him to be the director of the Agricultural Reclamation Bureau in Rehe. I don't think it will be necessary. In a few years, the civil affairs of Rehe will be handed over to him. He also proposed to me that a railway should be built from Fengtian to Chengde directly, and Chengde should be used as a link between the northeast and the northwest. I think this proposal is very Well, in the past, we had to go through Beijing and Tianjin in the northeast to transfer to the northwest, but now we go directly to Chengde, which not only saves time and effort, but also makes the best preparation for the next expansion of power."

These matters discussed by Zhang Tinglan and Wang Yongjiang are related to the next step of Fengjun's development plan. After making a decision, they hurriedly implemented it.

A few days later, Zhang Xueliang came to look for Zhang Tinglan again. As soon as they met, he said: "Zhuoyan, I have already discussed with Mrs. Ru and Fengzhi, and they all agreed. I will leave for Europe in two days."

"Hanqing, since you are in such a hurry to leave, there is one more thing waiting for you to do before you leave!"

"whats the matter?"

"Of course it's those Fengjun scum who betrayed their whereabouts. Although the commander-in-chief died at the hands of the Japanese, they are also accomplices. Can we let them go?"