Age of Conquest Reborn

Chapter 1036: The Guangxi Clan Wants Nanning

The fierce battle of Loushanguan in northern Guizhou for many days ended with General Terauchi Toshiichi, commander-in-chief of Japan's Southern China Expeditionary Force, leading his army to retreat to Yunnan. Chongqing finally escaped the disaster, and the shocked government bosses, because of the Japanese army

The little boy, who was trembling under the pressure of the soldiers, began to get excited again.

The corps directly under the ** Division left Duyun west and quickly recaptured Guiyang. Ma Chaoyang's corps completely wiped out the Japanese troops in Nanning and regained Nanning. The two capital cities of the five southern provinces that fell into the hands of the Japanese fell into the hands of Tang Qiuli. It was inevitable that

Some people felt uneasy and comfortable. The war between Guangdong, Guangxi and Guizhou was over, and Tang Qiuli was preparing to rush to Yunnan to command the upcoming Yunnan campaign.

Before leaving, I received a report from the Wuming garrison that one of the giants of the Guangxi clique, Guangxi Military Affairs Supervisor Bai Chongxi, had arrived in Wuming and was on his way to the division headquarters.

At this time, Tang Qiuli really didn't know that Bai Chongxi, one of the two giants of the Gui Clan, known as the "Little Zhuge", was eager to see him and had something important to do. However, he had a good relationship with the Gui Clan,*

The Japanese weapons captured by the *** Division in several battles were all bought by the Gui clan. The white flowers and yellow gold bars made Zhang Quan, the logistics director of the *** Division, so happy that his eyes were not stitched and his face was covered with wrinkles.

Flowers bloomed.

The Gui Clan is quite satisfied with this deal. After all, the Gui Clan is the first to buy Japanese weapons at such a low price in China. That is, Tang Qiuli is here to take Japanese weapons.

Weapons and equipment are considered rubbish, and other places have no goods even if they have money.

"Could it be that they came here for the weapons of the Japanese army in Nanning?" Tang Qiuli thought with a frown. However, Bai Chongxi would probably be very disappointed this time. Ma Chaoyang was a little more ruthless, hitting hundreds of thousands of artillery shells to clean up the battlefield.

At that time, there were not many complete guns and ammunition, which made the logistics director Zhang Quan so distressed that he scolded the corps commander Ma Chaoyang.

But Tang Qiuli felt that the matter was not that simple. Just for such a small amount of weapons and equipment, it was not necessary for Bai Chongxi to come in person and make a fuss. Since he came to the door, he had to cheer up and welcome Bai Chongxi.

Bai Chongxi came this time in a light vehicle and brought less than a company of guard troops with him. However, several old gentlemen with white beards came with the vehicle, which made Tang Qiuli look at him a few more times. When he saw Tang Qiuli,

At the headquarters entrance

Greeting him in person, he got out of the car all the way away, with a smile on his face, standing at attention and saluting, "Reporting to Vice Chairman Tang, Guangxi Military Affairs Supervisor Bai Chongxi, to come to see you," his attitude was absolutely respectful, and he performed the courtesy of a subordinate.

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Bai Chongxi's behavior made Tang Qiuli wary. Xiao Zhuge was a proud and arrogant person. I had met him many times, but none of them were so respectful and solemn. As the saying goes, "Your Majesty."

You must ask for something from others." Bai Chongxi may have some purpose in coming here this time.

"General Linge, you're welcome. You and I have met many times. Do you still need to be so formal? Qiu Li can't bear it," Tang Qiuli said, laughing, and let Bai Chongxi and his party into the headquarters.

After Bai Chongxi sat down, he first praised Tang Qiuli with all his praises, praising Tang Qiuli as if he was like Zhuge Liang and Bai Qi was reborn, and then praised the army as if it were a flower. Tang Qiuli secretly laughed in his belly and said with

I have dealt with Bai Chongxi many times, but I have never seen him talk like this, which is very interesting.

Bai Chongxi finally stopped talking, and Tang Qiuli immediately said: "General Linge, you are here just in time. My troops are about to enter Yunnan. I am going to give the Japanese weapons and equipment captured in the Nanning battle to Guangxi for free."

The army is just a relatively small number, and I just want to express my gratitude. General Wang Ge, please don’t be polite. Military affairs are busy, so I won’t spend much time with the general. Regarding the transfer of weapons and equipment, my logistics minister will hand over to you, excuse me!”

Tang Qiuli took a preemptive strike and gave Bai Chongxi weapons and equipment free of charge to shut his mouth. It was such a big favor. If Bai Chongxi made any additional requests, he had to consider whether he could have the nerve to open his mouth. After that,

, stood up and shook hands with Bai Chongxi before leaving.

Bai Chongxi was anxious. This Tang Qiuli was very cunning and cunning. A big gift to block his mouth. What he was asking for was a bit too much. However, for the benefit of the Gui clan, he had to sacrifice his face.

Speak up, otherwise, not only will it be difficult to deal with it in the future, but there will also be no such good opportunities.

"Vice Chairman Tang, please stay. I have something to ask for in my humble position," Bai Chongxi said in a hurry, his voice changed in a hurry. Tang Qiuli turned around, did not sit down, and asked strangely: "What, General Linge?

Is it about capturing Japanese military equipment in the future? Don’t worry, I won’t give it to others as long as you need it.”

Bai Chongxi's blood gushed out. Did Tang Qiuli really not understand or was he pretending to be confused? In fact, Tang Qiuli also vaguely guessed that Bai Chongxi's true purpose was to deliberately play riddles because it was impossible to discuss the matter. He also hoped that

Bai Chongxi can retreat in spite of the difficulties, and it would be better if the two sides do not quarrel with each other.

Bai Chongxi didn't care too much and said: "When I met with Chairman Li when I came to humble duty, Chairman Li had a merciless request to convey to me. Chairman Li's request was that Nanning is the capital of Guangxi and has now been liberated.

Can major government agencies in the capital be moved back to Nanning in the near future so that they can handle government affairs and restore Guangxi's damaged economy and people's livelihood."

After saying that, he looked at Tang Qiuli eagerly, and here comes the drama. It was Bai Chongxi who was as anxious as a spark. He ran from Guilin to Wuming to ask for his true purpose. Nanning was recovered. Li Zongren and Bai Chongxi couldn't sit still. Nanning is a member of the Guangxi clan.

The birthplace of the Tang Dynasty is now in the hands of Tang Qiuli. Although it was captured by the First Division troops, Li Bai still can't stand it.

I knew that this matter was extremely difficult, but I had to ask Tang Qiuli for it. Without Guinan, all the rich land in Guangxi would be lost. It was the lifeblood and money bag of Li and Bai. What would the Gui clan do with it?

To rise again, there are many difficulties. Bai Chongxi risked his old face and wanted to get Nanning back.

Tang Qiuli's face suddenly darkened, and he frowned, which made Bai Chongxi's heart skip a beat. After sitting down again, Tang Qiuli said unhappily: "General Bai, Chairman Li's request, after Qiu Li's request,

It seems that it is too much. Nanning is not that family, and that person's private property is still within the territory of the Republic of China. The Japanese army takes the elimination of the Japanese invaders as its own duty. Qiu Li will not show favoritism. Please forgive Qiu Li for not agreeing to Li's request.

Chairman’s request.”

Bai Chongxi refused in a straightforward and unambiguous manner. Bai Chongxi became angry and said loudly: "What does Vice Chairman Tang mean by this? Could it be that he wants to use force to occupy the southern Guangxi area? One province governs two, and it is divided by decree.

Even the people of Guangxi will not agree. For this reason, our Guangxi clique will not hesitate to use force to regain southern Guangxi!"

Bai Chongxi was so anxious that he lost his mind and threatened to use force. Tang Qiuli smiled coldly and said, "Oh! General Bai is going to have a sword fight with the military commander and me, Tang?" Bai Chongxi

He felt he had made a mistake, but he refused to bow his head and his face turned red.

The atmosphere in the room suddenly became tense. An old gentleman who came with Bai Chongxi quickly smoothed things over, "Vice Chairman Tang, this old man is Li Minghan, the chairman of the Guangxi Provincial Senate. Please listen to what this old man says. Guangxi is one from the beginning. If

If the Japanese invaders had not raised troops to invade, this situation would not have occurred. At this time of national crisis, we must not kill each other internally."

"The old man's suggestion is that the folk customs in Guangxi are strong and various ethnic groups live together. Chairman Li has been in charge of Guangxi for many years and has a long history of prestige. He is deeply loved by the people of all ethnic groups in Guangxi. The unified administration and the smooth flow of government orders can also serve as the basis for Vice Chairman Tang's upcoming plan.

The war in Yunnan Province provides strong logistical support, and the Guangxi local army can even accompany Vice Chairman Tang on the expedition. Therefore, the provincial capital is moved back to Nanning, which has strong support for all parties. I wonder what the old man's suggestion is?"

After Li Minghan smoothed things over, the atmosphere calmed down. Bai Chongxi also calmed down his excitement, stood up, and said: "Vice Chairman Tang, please forgive me for being presumptuous in my humble position. It is really related to the foundation of the Guangxi Clan. I am impulsive in my humble position. Please forgive me!"

After saying that, he bowed deeply. At least on the surface, Bai Chongxi was sincerely apologizing.

The situation is stronger than the people. Bai Chongxi can impulsively speak out wild words about regaining force by force. But how much capital the Gui Clan has, Bai Chongxi knows better than Li Zongren. It is said that the current Gui Army is the Gui Army during the period of complete victory.

, in front of the military commander, he could not even make it through a round. If a war really broke out, it would be strange if the Gui clan was not uprooted by Tang Qiuli. It was not even possible to know whether he and Li Zongren could save their lives.

Now that the words have come to this point, Tang Qiuli also understands the attitude of the Guangxi clique. If he persists in his original attitude, Guangxi will become a destabilizing factor. This will be extremely detrimental to future operations in Southeast Asia. In the end, and

Bai Chongxi and Li Minghan agreed that the Guangxi Provincial Government could move back to Nanning to perform government affairs.

However, the military defense of Guangxi, especially in southern Guangxi, is the same as that of Guangdong, and is borne by the ** Division troops. The Gui army does not interfere. According to the relevant matters related to military defense in the five southern provinces, Guangxi serves as the rear base of the ** Division.

Focusing on the needs of the front line, of course, Tang Qiuli would not treat Guangxi badly.

Some military industrial enterprises will be arranged to settle in Nanning, which can be regarded as injecting new vitality into Guangxi's economy. If the situation changes and the ** division troops fight far away from Guangxi, these enterprises will be acquired by the Guangxi local government at actual prices. This is

A compromise solution in which both parties take a step back.

Tang Qiuli was also hinting to Bai Chongxi that the ** division troops would not stay in Guangxi permanently. When the battlefield is moved, the defense of Guangxi will still have to be left to the Gui army. Guangxi is still yours. I, Tang Qiuli, will not

Dominate and never let go.

This is Bai Chongxi's biggest gain. It basically completes the mission assigned by Li Zongren. Tang Qiuli's military industry enterprise is among the top in the country. The Guangxi clique has established Guangxi's military industry foundation without any effort. Li Zongren and Bai Chongxi have picked up

Got a big bargain.

Seeing Bai Chongxi taking the donated weapons and equipment, thanking him profusely, and walking away happily, Tang Qiuli shook his head, wondering if there would be any unexpected changes if he did this, and he wasted a whole morning.

The journey has begun, but the order to set off has not yet been given.

The security force called again. After listening to the call, Tang Qiuli felt his head pounding.

(To be continued)