The first thousand one hundred and eighty-two chapters
After seeing off the bureau seat at the gate, Wei Liangbi did not rush back to the second part of the operation, but turned around and walked towards Deputy Director Huang's office.
After meeting Huang Xianzheng, he gave a detailed report on all the meeting with the bureau chief.
Huang Xianzheng smiled and said, "I just received the news that because of negotiations with the British, the commission had just scolded him severely. This drawing was a good opportunity for him to save and a life-saving straw. He was naturally satisfied. Just as the stalls in the second department were getting bigger and bigger, and there were more and more personnel. Many new personnel were lieutenant-level officers. Don't be polite this time, report more. You can't suffer too much in the military rank. The opportunity is rare, especially for this great contribution. It would be a pity if you don't make good use of it."
Wei Liangbi nodded and agreed, "I understand."
Huang Xianzheng continued: "Especially those subordinates of Zhiheng, Sun Jiacheng is still a major yet? Why haven't he mentioned it yet? You must know that he is Zhiheng's most trusted confidant. Zhiheng doesn't say it, but he will consider it in his heart. You should be more supportive of his people and not let him down. You are his senior brother, so I don't need to say much more about many things."
Wei Liangbi has always been very concerned about Ning Zhiheng's direct descendants who remained in the Second Division of Operations. He quickly explained: "Zhiheng has explained this point. I have been successful in the Sun family many times during this period, so I will definitely be given priority to promoting him this time."
Huang Xianzheng stood up, walked to the window, looked at the direction of Shanghai, and said with emotion: "Zhiheng is now lurking behind enemy lines, and wants to make supplies and collect information. If something happens, it is not easy for them to wipe their butts! Most of the time we can achieve the current development, it is up to him to work hard."
Wei Liangbi was also deeply touched. He stood behind Huang Xianzheng and whispered: "You are right. We are in the back. It's really hard to imagine Zhiheng's hardship. I, a senior brother, can't help him. I feel really guilty!"
The action of the drawings came to an end, and it was soon the end of September, and a series of subsequent impacts appeared.
At the negotiating table with the British, China took out the G-type engine drawings that the British were eager to obtain, and immediately gained the initiative.
At the same time, another move arranged by Ning Zhiheng also played a huge role in promoting it. Given the difficult situation of the Chinese government and there were signs of bowing to the Japanese, the British government was afraid that the Chinese government would really invest in the Japanese, and the cabinet's war-torn faction began to make efforts. They believed that they must give some help to the Chinese government, otherwise it would be to push the Chinese government to the Japanese government. Then, the UK will fight against the Japanese army alone in Asia, which is something they would never want to see.
Therefore, the UK finally decided to lift the blockade in Myanmar and close it for more than three months. The Yunnan-Burma Highway, known as the "lifeline of China", was opened again. As a result, various strategic materials began to be continuously transported to the southwest, and the situation of increasingly exhausted was alleviated.
The success of this negotiation had a huge impact on the situation of the War of Resistance. The military government was happy and encouraged. The strength of the pro-war faction was consolidated. The Military Control Commission also made up for the mistakes, thus regaining the previous adverse impact. For this reason, the bureau chief rewarded the Shanghai Intelligence Department with great pleasure.
The subsequent work went very smoothly, and all the awards for praise were quickly implemented.
This time, Ning Zhiheng once again made great contributions to his subordinates. The head of Hong Kong Chen Xiang and Ji Hongyi, who accompanied Ning Zhiheng to Hong Kong, were promoted from major to lieutenant colonel because of their effective work. Zuo Qiang remembered great achievements once, and the next promotion will be given priority. There are also six intelligence officers with the rank of captains to be promoted to major.
At the same time, several confidants who stayed in Chongqing were also given priority promotion. Sun Jiacheng was finally promoted to the rank of lieutenant colonel, and others were also promoted to varying degrees. This time, the action was a huge benefit.
It is early October, and the weather in Shanghai has begun to feel a little cool. The early autumn wind makes people feel cool and comfortable. From time to time, a light rain floats by, dense and the air is fresh everywhere.
On the garden path of Mulan Society, Ning Zhiheng was strolling there, feeling the smell of the air.
All work in all aspects has been good recently. Due to the opening of the Yunnan-Burma Highway, the transportation pressure of the Intelligence Department has been reduced sharply, and the work is also easy to work. Fujiwara's business is stable, especially the most important counterfeit banknote plan is progressing smoothly. The ten-yuan engraving version of Ito Tetsuhei's China Reserve Coin carved by Tetsuhei was sent out through He Siming. At present, the underground printing factory has started batch printing. It can be said that everything is ready, and Ning Zhiheng is in a very good mood.
At this time, Guard Chief Kimura Maki came over and reported to Ning Zhihenghui: "President, Secretary-General Su and the Finance Minister of Nanjing Government Zhou Fushan asked for a meeting."
Ning Zhiheng was stunned when he heard this. Su Yue came to see him, but it was nothing. The relationship between the two has always been good, but how could Zhou Fushan ask for him to see him?
Although Zhou Fushan is an important member of the Nanjing government, the two of them have met at high-level banquets at most several times over the years and have no intersection between them except for a few greetings.
Because everyone knows that Fujiwara Tomohito was born as a top noble and arrogant. Except for Su Yue, the secretary-general of the Shanghai Municipal Government, he never dealt with other Chinese people. Even if he came into contact with him, he would send him a few words and would not give him any chance to cling to him. Even the senior officials of the pseudo-government were the same, so Zhou Fushan was difficult to make friends.
Ning Zhiheng thought for a while and ordered: "Please wait in the living room."
"Hi Yi!" Kimura Maki retreated.
Ning Zhiheng did not go back to receive the two of them immediately, but stayed in the garden for a while before slowly walking back.
At this time, Zhou Fushan and Su Yue in the living room were also talking in a low voice.
It turned out that Zhou Fushan came to the door because of the difficulty in lobbying the Shanghai financial industry's work, so he asked to come to Fujiwara Tomohito's door.
Shanghai has a developed financial industry and ranks first in Asia. It has foreign banks, state-owned banks, and many private banks, and various financial companies are spread all over Shanghai.
However, Zhou Fushan has contacted many people in the financial industry over the past period, whether in the bank, securities industry, or investment companies, all expressed great concern and distrust of the introduction of China Reserve Co., Ltd.
You should know that China Reserve currency is mainly used to crack down on and replace the economic status of the fiat currency. However, the fiat currency has the support of the Chongqing government and the British government. Even if it continues to depreciate, it still has some trust in the minds of the people. However, China Reserve currency does not even have the necessary support for national strength, and behind it is a completely empty Nanjing government.
In this way, after the China Reserve Coin is put on the market, it is easy to restrict exchange, so it is difficult to implement the China Reserve Coin.
It’s easy to say that those companies with no major background are companies, but they can use their power to suppress others, threaten them, and force them to bow their heads.
However, those with deep backgrounds cannot take these measures. Zhou Fushan was worn out and had little effect. Now he adopts a wait-and-see attitude, especially major foreign banks, with a firm attitude and stated that he would not accept the exchange business of China Reserve Coin. As for the four major banks of the Chongqing government, they clearly stated that they would never accept China Reserve Coin entering the financial system, so Zhou Fushan was at a loss.
In the end, he had to find another way, intending to start from the business world, let the merchants in Shanghai accept the Chinese currency first, and then slowly influence the financial world, change the current state, and achieve the purpose of gradual promotion.
Everyone knows that the most influential person in the Shanghai business world is Fujiwara Company. Its president Tomohito Fujiwara is even known as the underground emperor of Shanghai. Not only does he hold a commercial hornet, but he also plays an important role in the top Japanese leaders. Without his nod, this matter would not work at all, so he decided to seek the recognition of this powerful person and open a way to promote the issuance of China Reserve Coins.
However, because Mr. Fujiwara never dealt with the Nanjing government and was unable to get close to him, he found Su Yue, the secretary-general of the Shanghai Municipal Government. He spent a lot of effort and made many benefits before he told Su Yue to accompany him to see him.
Zhou Fushan said, "Daizhi, you are Mr. Fujiwara's close friend. You have to say a few more beautiful words this time. This is a major event that concerns the country. Once the matter is done, I will definitely recommend it to you. You are the mayor of Shanghai!"
At this time, Su Yue was a little uncertain when he heard Zhou Fushan's words. If there was no benefit, he would naturally not be a lobbyist for Zhou Fushan, but he really had no idea and had to answer: "Brother Zhou, I will do my best, but whether I can convince Mr. Fujiwara will ultimately depend on you."
Zhou Fushan nodded when he heard this. He could use his benefits to persuade Su Yue, but he could not provide enough benefits to persuade Fujiwara Tomori, no matter in all aspects, so he was not sure about the visit this time, so he had to take one step at a time.
Just as they were discussing, footsteps sounded outside, and the two of them quickly stood up and saw Tomohito Fujiwara walking in slowly.
"Mr. Fujiwara!"
"Fujiwara-kun!"
The two of them quickly stepped forward and greeted each other.
Ning Zhiheng waved his hand and made a gesture of invitation, and smiled and said, "Haha, Zhou Jun, Su Jun, you have been waiting for a long time. It's really rude. Please sit down, please sit!"
The three of them sat down. Zhou Fushan first took an ancient scroll from the guest table next to him, held it in both hands, and handed it to Ning Zhiheng.
"For the first time I visited, this is a painting I specially selected for my husband. Please accept it with a smile!"
Ning Zhiheng smiled slightly. He liked to play calligraphy and painting. There have been rumors outside that in the Shanghai antique market over the years, Fujiwara Tomohito was also a famous financial supporter. People who come to the door use these as stepping stones, and the same is true for Zhou Fushan.
He reached out to take the scroll and said with a smile: "Mr. Zhou is intent. I just can't see good things and can't wait for a moment, so I'll have a glimpse of it first!"
"Sir, everyone, I'm just asking you to appreciate it!" Zhou Fushan said with a smile.
When Ning Zhiheng opened the scroll, his eyes lit up. This was a galloping horse. In the painting, a black horse was running fast, with a strong and agile body, full of Tang style.
"This is a Tang painting!"
Ning Zhiheng couldn't help but let out a soft voice, and quickly bent down and looked in front of him carefully.
The paintings of the Tang Dynasty are old and not many of them have existed in the world. Each of them is a treasure. I saw that the horse in this painting is full of life dynamics, with slender and vigorous lines, which elongates the strong body of the horse. The black horse body and the vermilion pattern brocade saddle show its magic, sparse and dense, rigorous structure, calm brushwork, and extremely vivid in spirit.
On the left are inscriptions by painters, as well as inscriptions and seals collected by celebrities of all dynasties. This is the work of Han Gan, a famous painter in the Tang Dynasty. This person is best at painting horses. Each of them is a rare masterpiece. He was already famous in the Tang Dynasty and was one of the representative figures in the painting world.
Chapter completed!