Chapter 138: There is not a single normal person in the Military Control Commission! (Second update!)

At Nantianmen, Tang Ji, who was listening to the radio leisurely, felt very depressed. He had put in a lot of effort so that the Yu family could control the Second Reserve Division.

As a result, this nephew, who had grown up under my watch, had no idea about the social ways of officialdom.

All day long he was thinking about breaking through the South Gate of Heaven.

How could a mere division commander like him decide to attack Nan Tianmen?
Isn’t it the big guys at the top who decide when to fight?

I can't see the current situation clearly at all.

What is the situation?
It's American equipment.

Didn’t you see that the people in Shancheng were fighting for American weapons and equipment?

The situation is that when the appetite is satisfied, we will attack Nantianmen.

Still too young!
At this time, his subordinates reported that Director Zhang of the Military Control Commission wanted to see him.

This made him frown slightly, because the two sides have always kept their distance from each other.

What's more, he had no good feelings towards the people from the Military Control Commission.

Especially the guy in front of me, he is greedy for money and lustful.

Even reselling some military supplies.

But since they were just minor incidents, he didn't take it seriously.

After all, life is not easy for anyone these days. You have to support a family, feed and clothe them, and pay for their expenses. How can you feed so many people without spending some money?

"What did he come to see me about?" Tang Ji asked calmly.

The person who came to report was a little nervous, but thinking of the two dollars that had just been stuffed into his mouth, he still spoke with gritted teeth.

"I don't know. I don't really understand what business you're talking about. How about I just say you're not here?"

Business?

Tang Ji became interested instantly.

I have to say that I know the person who comes to report very well, and I know his interests and hobbies, so I have to leave some room for imagination when speaking.

For example, if he said Director Zhang wanted to discuss some business, even if Tang Ji was not interested, he was still very curious. What kind of business would a major director of the Military Control Commission do?
As expected, Tang Ji's curiosity was instantly aroused. He was indeed very curious about what kind of business the other party was doing.

"Forget it, let him in." Tang Ji waved his hand, signaling to bring the person in.

As soon as I entered the door, Director Zhang's face was full of smiles.

"Master Tang, Master Tang is so leisurely."

"Hey, deputy, deputy, don't shout..." Tang Ji said this, but he was actually very happy in his heart.

"Director Zhang, as a member of the Military Control Commission, why are you looking for me, the deputy division commander in charge of logistics? If you have anything to report, go directly to Commander Yu." Although Tang Ji said this, his eyes were still fixed on Director Zhang.

Hearing this, Director Zhang smiled even more. If he took it seriously, today's task would not be accomplished.

"Master Tang, you are more suitable for some things. Master Yu is more suitable for leading troops in battle."

The smile on Tang Ji's face became even wider. Look, if Master Yu was without me, would he still be Master Yu?

"What's going on?" Tang Ji became even more curious.

"It's not a big deal. I just have a business deal that needs your approval to see if it's suitable." Director Zhang still had a smile on his face, and then he began a brief introduction.

After the other party finished introducing himself, Tang Ji's expression became a little solemn, and then he glanced at his confidants outside.

After receiving the signal, the confidant quickly retreated, then closed the door and stood outside.

"Really?" Tang Ji spoke at this time.

Everyone knows that rice is in short supply now, and the grain-producing areas are occupied by the Japanese army.

In order to plunder rice, flour and the like, the Japanese army directly issued a decree that the Chinese were not allowed to eat rice and could only eat sorghum rice.

This has resulted in the price of rice remaining high.

If there really is a smuggling route, it would be a golden goose for laying eggs.

He worried so much about the Yu family that his hair turned a lot whiter.

I haven't really made much money.

It's not that he is not greedy for money, but he wants to protect Master Yu for the Yu family, so he is personally in charge of the logistics and will never use others to do it.

If there is such a way that can make money and replenish logistical supplies, it would naturally be very good.

"Of course it's true. Everything has been communicated. You know, the Fifth Army has sold a lot of rice on the black market recently. Guess where it came from? Wasn't it given to them by the Sichuan Army in Myitkyina?" Director Zhang explained with a smile.

"Yeah, I heard about it." Tang Ji nodded. He naturally knew about the large amount of rice appearing on the black market.

However, after learning that it was the Fifth Army, he did not ask any more questions.

Since they are his direct descendants, he really doesn't dare to meddle in their affairs.

"Then why did you think of looking for me, brother?" Tang Ji continued to ask.

"This business is too big, I can't handle it alone. Look at me, I'm just a major director of the Military Control Commission. It sounds impressive, but it's actually nothing. There are many officers in Yunnan Province who are older than me." Director Zhang said, scratching his head.

"Well, you are right. Your strength is indeed not enough. At least you have to be the stationmaster of Kunming Station to be qualified to take over this business." Tang Ji nodded and then changed his tone.

"Yes, yes, you are right." Director Zhang nodded again, agreeing with the other party.

I saw that Director Zhang’s attitude was pretty good, and the profit was indeed huge, so the risk was not that great.

All we need to do is get people to transport the food back from upstream.

After thinking for a while, Tang Ji was indeed moved, but still a little worried.

"Are you sure the Sichuan Army agrees to sell rice?"

"Of course." Director Zhang assured.

"Then how do you plan to divide the profit?" At this time, Tang Ji opened his mouth to make a request.

"You take 10%."

“????” Tang Ji was confused. What does that mean? You’ve been talking to me for so long and you only give me 10%?
Are you a monkey?
Even if you are a military commander, so what?

This is the front line, a few deaths won't matter.

The position was hit by several artillery shells every day.

Isn't it normal to die on the battlefield one day?
For a moment, Tang Ji was angry. If this guy didn't give him a reasonable explanation, the feud would be settled today.

"Master Tang, don't be angry. You also know that the profit is huge, and I'm not the only one eyeing it." At this time, Director Zhang changed his expression. He was no longer as timid as before, but spoke with a smile.

"The stationmaster of Kunming Station, several commanders of Yunnan Province's direct troops, and the director of the Central Bureau, they all have to share the profits." "You take 10%, but it's for Master Yu's sake. After all, we are here to make money. I don't want to offend anyone."

"Huh, you have such a powerful background. But I'm curious, aren't you from the Military Control Commission? How are you related to the Central Control Commission? Aren't you afraid of Boss Dai's family rules?" Tang Ji sneered. He didn't expect so many people were involved here.

I also know that I have boarded a pirate ship today, and it may not be easy to get off.

"Director Zhang, if you leave now, I can pretend that you have not been here today." After saying that, Tang Ji added.

He now regretted letting the other party in.

"Commander Tang, would you like to consider it? I know that Commander Yu is also jealous of the American equipment, but the Hump Route has temporarily stopped transportation, and the American equipment may not be supplied freely for a while. After all, those big guys in Shancheng are watching them." Director Zhang said calmly.

"Humph, Commander Yu has already obtained an entire regiment of American weapons and equipment." Tang Ji retorted directly.

"I know. It was given by the Sichuan Army. It's called a regiment, but in fact it only has equipment for a thousand people. Yu Xiaoqing gave all the equipment to his guard battalion."

"A guard battalion is equipped with the equipment of a regiment. It seems that Yu Xiaoqing is not very satisfied with your uncle."

"That's right. After all, young people are arrogant and want to conquer Nantianmen."

"But is Nantianmen so easy to attack?" Director Zhang's words made Tang Ji frown slightly.

"Don't sow discord between Xiao Qing and me. I have served the Yu family for decades and I am loyal to them."

Hearing this, Director Zhang chuckled. To him, so-called loyalty was worthless.

"Well said, Master Tang is truly loyal to the Yu family, but I'm afraid Master Yu won't be able to accept your feelings."

"In his eyes, he probably felt that he was just a puppet and couldn't command the Second Reserve Division at all. Otherwise, he wouldn't have used all of the American weapons of an entire regiment to equip the Guard Battalion."

"I'm afraid your sincerity will be wasted."

"Shut up and get out immediately." Tang Ji said angrily.

"Deputy Division Commander Tang, don't you want to be promoted again? It doesn't sound good to be called deputy division commander all the time." Director Zhang chuckled, and emphasized the word "deputy" in his voice, and then continued.

"In addition to the rice business, we also have arms transactions with the Sichuan Army. According to the information we have received, the Sichuan Army has recently replenished weapons and equipment for thousands of people."

“Do you know how much profit there is?”

"The profit is five times the price after reselling it."

"I'm afraid that Deputy Commander Tang has never seen so much money in all his years of work, right?"

"Doesn't Deputy Commander Tang want to have his own American-equipped regiment like Yu Xiaoqing?"

These words left Tang Ji speechless. Over the past few years, he had been like an old animal, helping the Yu family solve various problems and taking care of the bosses of various factions.

I did save some money, but it wasn't much, just enough to support my family.

But he also has old and young people, and even a newborn grandchild.

Not to mention, Yu Xiaoqing equipped his guard battalion with an entire American-equipped regiment without any prior notice, which did make him feel uneasy.

He is the deputy division commander in charge of logistics, and he has the right to inquire about the distribution of equipment.

Even if you don't ask about it, you still have to register it, etc.

"Deputy Commander Tang, don't hesitate. Whether it's for money or American equipment, you have no reason to refuse." Director Zhang knew that the other party would definitely not refuse.

No one can resist this temptation.

"I want to know, you've told me so much, you're not just going to drag me into this, right?" Tang Ji was not a fool. He looked at Director Zhang coldly. He was very curious about what the other party wanted to do.

"Sure enough, Master Tang saw through my true thoughts at a glance." At this time, Director Zhang praised Tang Ji again.

"Tell me, what are your requests?" Tang Ji asked expressionlessly.

"It's very simple. We just need to transfer some people from your Second Reserve Division." Director Zhang smiled.

"Transfer some people? Where? To the Sichuan Army? Are you crazy? They are registered. If the higher-ups track them down, both you and I will lose our heads." Tang Ji's eyes widened, then he raised his voice and shouted.

He felt that Director Zhang in front of him was absolutely crazy. Privately transferring troops to the Sichuan Army?
Isn't this seeking death?

"Look, Director Tang is excited again, isn't he? With so many troops, how many of them are truly fully staffed? Which division commander or army commander doesn't suck the blood of his soldiers these days?" Director Zhang said indifferently.

"It's not a big deal to lose a few soldiers."

"If the higher-ups really investigate, we can just pull in a few strong men to fill the gap. I'm sure Master Tang is very familiar with this method."

This sentence indeed made Tang Ji silent for a long time. This method was indeed the favorite thing for the commanders of some ragtag armies.

The reported establishment is fully equipped and staffed, but what is the reality?

Having 40 to 50 percent is considered pretty good.

But the superiors are not fools, they will definitely check it out.

fine!

The day you came to check, we captured a group of able-bodied men and asked them to impersonate you temporarily.

Anyway, the main point is that I am really a full-staffed teacher.

"How many are needed? What kind of troops?" Tang Ji knew that the other party would definitely not need those big-name soldiers.

"Tank soldiers, medical soldiers, drivers, artillery soldiers, etc. are needed." Director Zhang listed several in one breath.

"Officers are also fine. They are recruiting them."

"Is the Sichuan Army crazy? Or am I crazy? Why do they need so many? And they are all technical soldiers?" Tang Ji felt a little pain in his teeth.

"I don't know. Anyway, I only know that the Sichuan Army promised that if it can be successfully completed, this time it will be equipped with no less than a regiment of American weapons, and even include a company of 105mm howitzers."

"In addition, there are 2,000 tons of rice." After Director Zhang finished speaking, Tang Ji on the opposite side felt his breathing become a little rapid.

He finally understood why Director Zhang was so bold.

Even if the profit here is only 1%, it would be an astonishing fortune, enough for him to live a carefree life for more than ten years.

How about just doing it this time? And then stop?
This thought popped into Tang Ji's mind and he couldn't get it out of his mind.

"No other requests?" Tang Ji asked tentatively, "Can these people be exchanged for so much equipment and rice?"

"Master Tang, you're joking. The capital still needs to be paid. These are just additional conditions." Director Zhang chuckled.

If such a small number of people could be exchanged for so many weapons, equipment and rice, it would probably make the Sichuan Army poor.

"Let me think about it." Tang Ji felt that he still needed to think about it, as going one step further would lead him into the abyss.

"Don't worry, Master Tang. They are just a few dozen soldiers. If you are worried about Yu Xiaoqing, we, the Military Control Commission, can help you and temporarily lock them up in the name of investigation."

"Once they are in our Military Control Commission's prison cell, it may not be easy to get out. When the time comes, you can step in and send them to the Sichuan Army Corps. I'm afraid these people will be grateful to you." Director Zhang's words made Tang Ji's scalp tingle.

None of the people in the Military Control Commission are normal people!
(End of this chapter)