If you cheat, money will follow

The western part of Hongyan is now renamed Linhai District.

Accompanied by Zheng Peng, Jiang Zhenjun, Ma Ruilin, Peng Deren and others, Chang Le climbed to a high ground on the border of Putao County, Linhai District.

Their gaze extends beyond the border to the western state of Assam.

Assam seems to be gently surrounded by mountains, with a peaceful plain in the center.

The Brahmaputra River is like a silver belt flowing out from the mountains, nourishing the green rice fields and soaking in the fragrant tea gardens.

A few light water birds flew across the river, causing faint ripples, adding a touch of life to this quiet plain.

"This fertile land is really a gift from nature." Chang Le admired sincerely.

"Indeed, its richness is amazing. But in the hands of Ah San, it is simply a waste of natural resources." Jiang Zhenjun responded, with a hint of regret in his tone.

Jiang Zhenjun looked into the distance and said firmly: "The future of this land should be determined by the people living here. No external force has the right to interfere with its destiny."

After saying that, he turned to look at Marilin, trust and expectation shining in his eyes.

Ma Ruilin nodded solemnly: "Bosses, please rest assured that the people here are determined and capable of defending their rights and interests."

"We have been silently supporting them from behind, helping them become stronger and more powerful to face challenges." He added.

The 15 main civilian armed forces here have a total strength of 10. They are well-equipped with heavy weapons such as standard rifles, RPGs, artillery and howitzers.

Although they have broad popular support, they never confront the enemy head-on, but instead adopt guerrilla tactics and carry out surprise attacks.

This tactic makes it difficult and troublesome for Asan to try to control this land.

Peng Deren took over the conversation and introduced in detail: "We not only support them militarily, but also provide all-round assistance in daily life."

"Whether it is the development of mineral resources, the trading of bulk commodities such as grain, or even the training of military skills, we do our best."

"At present, it is still difficult for Asan to effectively control this land." He concluded, his tone revealing optimism about the future.

Later, the group left the Border Heights and went to visit a primary school in Grape County.

As soon as they stepped into the school gate, they were attracted by the sound of children reading loudly.

The children were reading a text, and the familiar verses made Chang Le feel emotional.

He seemed to see his daughter Chang Jiang reciting this text at home.

"The birds returning to their nests, even though they are tired, still carry the setting sun back with them. With a flip of their wings, they drop the setting sun on the river; the white-headed reeds also turn into a flash of beauty."

The children's voices are clear and sweet, full of yearning and pursuit of beautiful things.

Chang Le turned to look at Peng Deren and asked: "Commander Peng, the teaching materials currently used in the autonomous region are..."

"Yes, Mr. Chang, we are currently adopting domestic textbooks. Although we have made some local revisions, they are still consistent on the whole." Peng Deren explained.

Chang Le further asked: "Can the students here adapt?"

"Most students can adapt well," Peng Deren responded. "Even a small number of children can catch up after a few semesters of study."

Chang Le nodded: "Well, you are indeed thoughtful. Using domestic teaching materials will help enhance cultural identity. In the long run, this will undoubtedly be beneficial to the stability of the region."

"Thank you very much for your affirmation." Peng Deren said, "When we were doing research, we also considered this choice very appropriate from the perspective of cultural identity."

"Then where are the teachers selected?" Chang Le continued to ask.

"They are also selected from within the country." Peng Deren replied, "In recent years, we have regularly recruited graduates from normal colleges in several southwestern provinces every year, thanks to Mr. Ma's vigorous coordination."

"How about the teaching effect?" Chang Le asked further.

Peng Deren smiled and said: "Overall, the results are good. There is one thing, the Mandarin proficiency of these teachers needs to be improved. As a result, our students also learned a dialect-flavored Mandarin."

Hearing this, everyone couldn't help laughing.

Chang Le also smiled and said: "This is a process, and it takes time to go from ordinary to excellent. When the autonomous region truly develops, we can go to higher-level colleges and universities to recruit teachers."

"That's what we planned too." Peng Deren responded with a smile.

At this moment, Peng Dejun hurried over: "I just received news that Asan plans to conduct military exercises in the Bay of Bengal and blockade the entire Bay Area."

This news surprised everyone present.

On April 4, Asan’s official media announced that they would hold a military exercise called “Fortitude” in the Bay of Bengal to maintain maritime security and combat terrorist attacks.

In order to ensure the smooth progress of the exercise, they plan to conduct a limited blockade of the Bay of Bengal in May, and any unapproved ships will be prohibited from sailing in this area.

In order to strengthen the blockade effect, they will also deploy two aircraft carrier battle groups, including the "Super Sun King" and "Vikrant" aircraft carriers, as well as escort ships and other warships.

In addition, maritime patrol aircraft and drones will be used to enhance surveillance capabilities.

Asan's official media also specifically emphasized that this exercise was not targeting any country or organization.

However, on April 4, a shocking incident occurred in Assam.

When a woman reported a crime at the police station, she was sexually assaulted by multiple police officers. What is even more outrageous is that the police officers recorded the video of the scene.

On that day, the woman's family and friends angrily surrounded the police station, but were attacked by the police with guns, resulting in many injuries.

In the evening, people surrounded the police station again, dragged three policemen, including a sub-inspector, out of the station and beat them to death with sticks.

Subsequently, a police force of 500 people rushed to the scene and arrested all those involved.

This incident completely ignited public anger.

On April 4, a magnificent resistance movement began in full swing in the six states northeast of Asan.

In the mountains, fields and forests in all directions, 15 resistance groups descended like tigers, armed with various firearms such as AK47, AK103, SIG716G2, etc., carrying heavy weapons such as MG5 and SVD on their shoulders, riding in jeeps, trucks and BMP-1, BMP-2 infantry combat vehicles, as well as T72 tank groups, mountain guns and howitzers.

Amid the enthusiastic cheers of the people, they marched westward along the Brahmaputra River.

On their march, the so-called Asan Police Force and Rifle Team were frightened before they even had a confrontation, and fled away without their armor.

In just one day, the resistance forces approached the strategically important Siliguri Corridor.

In the last round, under the pressure of Asan's army, the soldiers of the six northeastern states adopted the pertinent suggestions of the "experts" and temporarily retreated to the mountains to preserve their strength with guerrilla warfare and harassment tactics.

On the evening of April 4, Asan’s National F Minister Singh was shocked when he learned the news.

"Where are they now?" he asked eagerly.

"They have successfully captured the Siliguri corridor and are now advancing towards Patna."

Patna, a city with a long history, was once the capital of King Ashoka of the Maurya Dynasty, and it is also a religious "holy place" in the hearts of the people of Ashoka.

Singh asked angrily: "Where is our rifle team? And those police forces, what happened to them?"

The subordinate hesitated, "They just..."

The unspeakable fact of defeat filled the air with silence.

Singer's face was livid and his eyes were almost bursting with fire. "These people must be tried by a military court!"

He roared and ordered, "We must not let them take another step forward!"

Immediately afterwards, he decisively mobilized the army, "Send the order, and all the mountain divisions of the 3rd Army, 4th Army, and 33rd Army will be dispatched to stop the attack. Tell them that if anyone dares to take a step back, I will never tolerate it!"

However, at this moment, another emergency report broke the tense atmosphere.

A staff officer hurried in and said, "Report to the minister, there is news from the Indian Ocean that one of our Brahmaputra-class frigates was captured by Nigerian pirates."

When Singh heard this, he almost fainted.

"Are you sure? That is a 3600-ton frigate, equipped with naval guns, helicopters, missiles, and even torpedoes. How could it be captured by pirates?"

The staff officer reluctantly took out his tablet and showed a video.

In the video, a group of pirates danced a characteristic Nigerian dance and showed off their loot.

The three hundred officers and soldiers on the frigate, facing the gunpoint, had no choice but to huddle naked in the corner, showing helpless and aggrieved expressions.

This scene made Singer grit his teeth and become extremely angry.