Rise From Eight Hundred Chapter 810

Chapter 810 The consequences of being cool!

The vigorous military parade is finally over!

Office officers and soldiers who did not participate in the military parade began to enter the venue, and the soldiers responsible for setting up the stage were also busy. People also entered the viewing party area according to the positions designated by the town office personnel.

The venue was noisy. Many people were still immersed in the emotions of the military parade that had just been completed. They had great expectations for the upcoming party program, or in other words, they were more looking forward to the content after the party.

The earthen stove in the northwest corner of the venue also started to light a fire, and the chefs and helpers moved a large amount of meat and vegetables into their workplace.

Once the party is over, it will be the dining stage. According to the long tables and chairs prepared, there can be more than 3,000 people eating at the table in one round. Looking at the size of the people now, this meal may have to last until evening.

Many people had to wait hungry all day. Fortunately, Tang Dao had already anticipated this. As early as yesterday, he ordered more than 20,000 steamed buns from major restaurants in Zhengzhou City. When people entered the venue in order, there were soldiers Carrying baskets of steamed buns for distribution.

No matter men, women, old or young, one for each person!

It's not that Tang Dao is stingy and reluctant to make more rounds, but that Henan Province is a wheat-producing area and mainly produces pasta. In addition, it is also close to the north and has a rough and rough personality. The eating utensils are also very different from those in the south, which pays attention to exquisiteness.

The noodles are eaten in a sea bowl, which is generally called a basin in the south. The steamed buns are naturally not too small. A steamed bun is not much smaller than the mouth of the bowl. The average southerner may not be able to eat even one.

　　That's it, many people still didn't eat it and secretly stuffed the steamed buns into their arms and planned to take them home.

It's not that I'm not hungry, and it's not that I can't bear to part with it. People from Yu Province are clever little people. I'm here to have a feast. The hungrier I am, the more we'll eat later!

This is Yu Province, simple yet shrewd! It is also caused by the perennial wars caused by the so-called battlegrounds for military strategists for thousands of years. If you are not smart, how can you survive in troubled times!

However, the civilians were still impressed by the majesty of the armed soldiers. Although they were noisy, they were still orderly and did not run around.

Those who are more lively than the civilian area are probably the 'celebrities' in the grass shed area.

Compared with ordinary people, the treatment of these big bosses who have 'bought' VIP seats is much better. They have grass sheds to block the wind, stoves for heating, and several plates of snacks such as melon seeds and candies on the Eight Immortals table. , Tang Tuanzuo's concept of "customer is God" makes the "celebrities" feel that it is still worth their money.

Even though they were walking around, no one said a word about them.

What you are talking about is that the more than 200 VIP customers who came here contributed 32,500 yuan. Taking into account the entire New Year Parade and Party expenses of nearly 20,000 yuan, the military supplies department of the Fourth Army lost more than 12,000 yuan. Such an investment Competition is a good business!

Tang Tuanzuo, who received the gift statistics before the military parade started, was in a state of mind at the moment. Should he repeat today every year in the future? But if the officers and soldiers put in some effort, they can get more than 10,000 yuan, which can at least solve the problem of pensions for dozens of sacrificed officers and soldiers.

Yes, for the current Tang Dao, the most difficult thing is not the issue of cashing in bonuses and military pay for officers and soldiers. Although those gaps are large, the more than 20,000 US dollars in knives sent by his future father-in-law can completely make up for this big hole.

The pension of sacrificial officers and soldiers is a bottomless pit.

In order to encourage morale, Tang Dao made a promise to the company commanders at the beginning of the establishment of the independent battalion that no matter in the past or in the future, all soldiers who fought and died under his Tang Dao command, except for the one issued by the Pensions Section of the Military Ministry, In addition to the sexual pension and pension annuity, each person will receive an additional 100 ocean pension from the regiment headquarters to support his parents. If there is a wife and children at home, an additional 100 ocean will be added.

Officers at all levels are based on rank, starting from warrant officer, with 50 oceans as the first-level standard. Tang Dao also used himself as an analogy. If he died in battle, the Four Lines Group would need to subsidize his family 450 oceans. This is because he is a bachelor. In Han's case, he was engaged to Tantai Mingyue at this time. According to traditional Chinese rules, he was considered to have a wife, and his pension amounted to 550 yuan.

Don't look at the pension standard for an army colonel, which is only 550 yuan, but according to the pension levels issued by the Ministry of Military Affairs, if an army colonel dies in the battlefield, the pension is only 1,000 yuan, plus the annual pension of 500, it is not more than 1,000 yuan. It's only 1,500 yuan.

And this is already a mid-level and senior officer, but it is even worse at the soldier level. A private is 80+40, and the highest-level sergeant among soldiers is only 150+80, and a sergeant is only 230 oceans. Such a sum of money How can I support my parents and raise my wife and children?

Tang Dao's additional pension scheme undoubtedly reduces the worries of the officers and soldiers, but this fund is not something Tang Dao can just say, Tang Dao has to earn it.

Especially since the beginning of the independent camp, it has encountered continuous wars, from Jiaxing to Jiashan and then to Guangde. In addition to the Sichuan Army Corps that was later recruited by the dead ghost Liu Ruzhai, the number of soldiers killed in Tang Dao's command has reached hundreds. , calculated based on an average of 200 silver dollars per person, up to more than 100,000.

But this is not the most terrible thing. Tang Dao knows that once he reaches the north, even if his Four Elements Group does not change its banner, it is almost destined to listen to the tune but not the announcement. The one who may not be busy dealing with him for the sake of the so-called overall situation Infantry regiment, military pay will be allocated, but the pension issue is definitely overthinking.

That almost means that the Ministry of Military and Political Affairs will have to find a way to raise the pension for the Ministry of Military and Political Affairs themselves, which is another gap of hundreds of thousands of silver.

The funding gap of more than 200,000 yuan is even just a starting point, because there may not be a large-scale battle similar to the Battle of Xuzhou on the northern battlefield, and the battle behind enemy lines that can destroy the Japanese invaders' communication lines and supply lines will be equally cruel.

Sacrifice is something that happens almost every day.

The bill of lading given to Tang Dao by Comrade Lao Wu is still in Erya's backpack. Not to mention that, there is a funding gap of millions of dollars. Tang Dao is now trying hard to suppress himself and not think about it at all, but Bofors mountain cannon and machine guns that can be used for high and low altitudes are always dangled in front of Tang Dao.

Tang Dao knew very well that perhaps through hard work he could build a military factory in the Taihang Mountains and produce machine guns, rifles and even small-caliber mortars, but he wanted to produce weapons like Bofors mountain cannons and machine guns and meet the performance standards of imported weapons. Don't even think about it.

It is not only a technical problem, but mainly a lack of materials. For China currently, the biggest difficulty in producing artillery is the barrel. China does not have the technology to forge barrel steel at all, so even if the old man from Shanxi owns the top two military factories in China at this time, , it seems that it can also imitate Japan's Type 41 mountain cannon, but because the technology of the barrel is not up to par, not only the range is several hundred meters closer, but the life of the barrel is also much shorter.

Making money has become one of Tang Dao's most important tasks at present.

Therefore, Tang Dao, who stepped down from the rostrum, took Tantai Mingyue and accompanied Staff Fan sent by the theater headquarters to the VIP seating area and had cordial and friendly conversations with all the 'celebrities'. If he met a nouveau riche with feelings, he was willing to donate military resources. Woolen cloth? Tang Tuanzuo cannot miss this opportunity.

Even Tang Tuanzuo would never personally ask for donations to support the army. Everything is based on the principle of voluntariness.

The last two phalanxes of the military parade definitely had an effect similar to tear gas. With smiles on their faces, there were three big businessmen on the spot who solemnly offered to invest 10,000 yuan for the four-line regiment to carry out the funeral for the sacrificed officers and soldiers and retired wounded soldiers. Compensation.

In fact, the appearance of the last two small phalanxes of the Four Troops was so touching that even the most cold-blooded businessman in the face of money had to be moved to tears.

Of course, Tang Tuanzuo readily accepted this and promised in public that if the merchant's caravan passes through his Sihangtuan or 43rd Army area in the future, his safety will be guaranteed. This is almost as obvious as saying that from now on, you will be included in the list of friendly people in my Four Lines Regiment, as long as you come to our Sichuan Army's territory and report the name of Tang Dao to me.

Businessmen are not stupid. They are here to invest in the future! The Four Troops have already shown so much effort and shown that they will be a strong army in the future. If they don't invest now, when will they get another chance?

What's more, the impression given by Tang Tuanzuo is not the rough and tough guy that everyone imagined before they met. The unique iron-blooded temperament of a soldier is clearly visible in him, but from his reply, he invited everyone to come to the station to participate. From that moment on at the gala, no one dared to underestimate the wisdom contained in this seemingly normal behavior of this iron-blooded soldier.

Everyone knows that if he is invited to a banquet in Zhengzhou City, he can only go to the most influential families. Others will not complain too much. This is human nature. If he wants to complain, he can only blame his own influence. not enough.

Just saying it makes people feel a little embarrassed.

But Tang Dao used a reverse invitation to avoid the embarrassment of most of the people who sent greetings, and even received a large amount of gift money, and they were all willing. The most awesome thing is that this person can also make you I feel like this trip is worthwhile.

He is capable of fighting and has such a wise mind, especially at such a young age. Even if he is a little frivolous, so what?

That young man is not romantic? Old age and sophistication are synonymous with people who have entered their twilight years. Dare to shout such passionate slogans on such occasions is the proper behavior of young people.

Seeing Tang Dao's promise and asking the accompanying personal servants to write down the names and names of three large merchants, more than a dozen merchants immediately followed suit. Some donated 2,000 oceans, some donated 3,000, and others of 5000.

These amounts are naturally the result of careful consideration by each family based on their financial resources and the future of Tang Dao and Si Xing Tuan.

The unexpected harvest of more than 60,000 yuan made the director of the munitions department who followed him very excited. The former infantry company commander did not even let him fight in the gold pit. At this moment, he looked at the solemn donation lists from various merchants. The numbers written on it made his face redder than the red lanterns hanging on the hut.

Perhaps someone was moved by the sentimental military parade and took the initiative to donate generously. This Tang Tuanzuo had already expected it.

But what he didn't expect was that someone was not only moved, but even took a fancy to the members of his Four Elements Group.

“Commander Tang, please take a step to speak!” The leader said that he would donate 10,000 yuan to the Si Xing Regiment for pensions for disabled and sacrificed soldiers. He waited until Tang Dao was free and stepped forward and said.

Tang Dao also learned just now that this big businessman from the famous Jia Dongxing is in the textile business and has the largest textile factory in Henan Province. However, many of the raw materials for the factory come from Jiangnan, which has also been the case in China in the past few months. In the main Japanese battlefield, the business losses were actually huge because of this war. It would take enough courage to donate 10,000 yuan under such circumstances.

"President Jia, if you have any difficulties, just say it, as long as it is within Tang Dao's ability." Tang Dao addressed this person by his title, President of Zhengzhou Textile Industry Association.

“With your words, Captain Tang, I feel relieved.” The old man in brocade robes breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile on his face: “I wonder if the one who started the conversation, Major Leng Feng, is married?”

Tang Dao was stunned, what do you want to do?

"If you are not married yet, my little girl has turned twenty this year and has not yet found a suitable match. I just saw that Major Leng Feng was selected for his character and talent. I really like him. I wonder if Captain Tang can help match him?" The old man in brocade robes continued. .

Let me go. Are you here to find your son-in-law? Could it be that the girl is just not good-looking? Tang Dao couldn't help but murmur in his heart when he looked at the uncle who looked decent.

Being a matchmaker was a first for Tang Tuanzuo. Even though he was as smart as a ghost, he was a little confused by the additional effects of the magnification move.

In this regard, the old man in the golden robe must have experience. When he saw that the young Tang Tuanzuo had not spoken for a long time, he knew what he was worried about, so he quickly explained:

"Please rest assured, Mr. Tang. Although my daughter is not talented, she only went to a girls' middle school and did not go to university, but she has also experienced the new education. She usually manages business at home and is smart and filial to her parents. My old wife and I have always She treats her like a treasure, and the reason why she hasn't left the palace at twenty is because she has too high a standard to sleep with. It's rare to take her out for a walk today, young people have to interact with each other!”

understood! Tang Dao heard this and knew what he meant. This guy came here to 'play' with his precious daughter. Unexpectedly, Leng Feng was too handsome and was attracted by his daughter. The daughter was embarrassed to say it, so her old father took it upon himself to inquire about it.

"As far as I know, Major Leng Feng is not married yet, but as you know, President Jia, this is a private matter and I can't force it." Tang Dao thought for a moment and answered seriously. "Just wait for me for a few minutes, and I'll ask Chief of Staff Zhuang to ask the unmarried officers in our regiment. If anyone has such an intention, I'll do my best to facilitate it!

However, President Jia, please think twice. We soldiers are ready to go to the anti-Japanese front line at any time, and we have no choice but to live or die by ourselves. If it harms the future of the young lady, it is not what we want. "

"Commander Tang, to be honest, before today, if I were the father's choice, I would not find a soldier as my son-in-law. But today, I watched the military parade of your regiment and saw with my own eyes that I, a Chinese son, fought **** battles on the anti-Japanese front line and did not hesitate to do so. My body and mind were shocked!

If I don't want to and you don't want to, does that mean that as a soldier, you will have no successors? How many people are willing to go to the front line? If the skin is gone, the hair will be gone. If China is occupied by the Japanese, no matter how much wealth our Jia family earns, it will just be making wedding clothes for others! "The old man in brocade robes shook his head slightly, with clear eyes and a firm tone.

"Furthermore, if my daughter's favorite person is willing, and we can exchange letters for a period of time, we can set a marriage first, and wait until the war has stabilized before getting married. My Jia family's textile business was moving to Shu two months ago, and it also needs manpower. !”

What does it mean to be an old fox? This is it! What he said on the surface was impassioned, but he also had his own small thoughts. There was nothing I could do about my daughter liking me, but I could settle the engagement first. If the war stabilized in a year or two and everyone was fine, the engagement would be over.

But this kind of petty consideration for one's beloved daughter is not disgusting. On the contrary, it is disgusting to shove one's daughter out because of an emotion. Serving the country and the nation is a great righteousness, but before righteousness, there is the love between children. Xiaoqing is a normal person.

Your parents don't love you, your wife and children don't care for you, but you can still sacrifice your life for justice on the anti-Japanese battlefield? Tang Dao didn't believe it.

Every soldier who goes to the battlefield has a home behind him. Protecting his home is their original intention. If they don't go to the battlefield, the war will burn down their small home sooner or later.

Human beings are the most complex animals in the world. Darkness and light are intertwined in almost everyone, but most people only reveal their most beautiful side.

Just like Tang Dao, he is usually very iron-blooded and cold-blooded, but the moment he looked at his fiancée under the lamp, just a few fingers could make his eyes bristle. If it weren't for his future father-in-law, who was also a man, despite the cold wind, he stood in the yard. Guarding here, the consequences for a certain little white rabbit are dire!

So, it is normal that this big businessman who did not hide his little thoughts at all won Tang Dao's favor.

Originally, Tang Dao also had concerns, so he prohibited the officers and soldiers in the regiment from having too much contact with the older girls in the town to avoid harming others. During the war years, the traffic was not smooth, and the loss of news may last for several years or even more than ten years.

Thinking about it now, I think too much. The worst thing is, when we reach the Taihang Mountains and establish a foothold, we can open up a good base area and arrange for people to come here to pick up all the women who are in love with the base area. We can also avoid the terrible famine three years later.

In troubled times, whether men or women, whether soldiers or civilians, their lives are in danger. How precious it is to be in love with each other!

　　How many young people die without even tasting the taste of love? What a pity!

With Chairman Jia's reminder, Tang Dao suddenly came up with an idea!

(End of this chapter)

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