"The Japanese are powerful. If we fight them, can we win? If it could be avoided, then try to avoid it!”Feng Linge felt that he didn't have much confidence.
In other words, he didn't have the guts to go against the Japanese.
The rise of many generals, including Feng Linge, was inseparable from the support of the Japanese.
More than ten years ago, the Japanese and the Russian Empire fought in the northeast. The Japanese wantonly supported the Northeastern bandits, giving them money and guns to fight Russia. Because of this, many bandits had become warlords.
This was why these warlords had always been in contact with the Japanese. At the same time, they were extremely afraid of the Japanese. Even a lord like Feng Linge was very careful when dealing with the Japanese.
"Father, I'm afraid there's no other way. Even if we want to avoid it, we can't! Unless we give up, we'll definitely have a battle with the Japanese. The Japanese were now optimistic about Zhang Yuting and had given him a lot of support. Otherwise, how could Zhang Yuting develop so many troops? It could be said that the Japanese had invested a lot in Zhang Yuting. If Zhang Yuting failed, the Japanese would lose everything. Under such circumstances, the Japanese would naturally help Zhang Yuting. Of course, the Japanese might threaten us and make us follow their orders. Otherwise, we will have to fight the Japanese.”Feng Ping analyzed.
"Humph! The Japanese had been eyeing the entire Northeast like a tiger eyeing its prey, wanting to swallow the entire Northeast. Even if I control Fengtian, I won't listen to the Japanese!”Feng Linge said firmly.
Even though he had taken a lot of benefits from the Japanese when he first rose to power, he was still very proud of himself. However, they still had this bit of national backbone.
Feng Ping nodded his head in gratification. It was undoubtedly for the best that Feng Linge could think this way.
"Don't worry, dad. Even if the Japanese interfere in our conflict with Zhang Yuting, there's a limit. Europe was currently in a war, and the western countries had no time to worry about Japan. However, they would definitely not allow Japan to expand in Japan. Besides, the Japanese didn't have many troops in the northeast. The six independent railway garrison teams, plus the 17th division that was stationed in the Guandong region, only had about 10,000 people. In addition, there were also two incomplete divisions on the Korean Peninsula, which also had about 10,000 soldiers. If we fight with our lives on the line, we might be able to defeat them!”Feng Ping was very confident in his troops.
Even the soldiers of the temporary 1st Division were not as strong as the Japanese army. However, with the support of their powerful firepower, the 1st Division's combat strength was definitely not below the Japanese army. As long as the Japanese army didn't launch a large-scale attack, they would be able to handle it.
"If we can avoid fighting, it's better not to!”Feng Linge said.
"Yes, Father. In addition, although the Japanese are powerful, we can seek the support of other countries. For example, the Americans will definitely support us. I also have some friends in the US and some connections in the US government. The relationship between America and Japan was not good. The two countries had already begun to compete in the Pacific Ocean. The Americans viewed Japan as a huge threat. If we can resist the Japanese and even hold them back to a certain extent, I'm sure the Americans will be quite happy.”Feng Ping continued.
Roping in the Americans and using them to resist the pressure from the Japanese had long been Feng Ping's plan.
"Good, this is a good idea! This is using barbarians to subdue barbarians!" Feng Linge was very satisfied with this.
"Father, go to Beijing as soon as possible. On one hand, he would pay a visit to the US envoy and try his best to win the support of the US. On the other hand, I'll pay a visit to the other powerful figures in Beiyang and confirm that you'll be in charge of Fengtian.”Feng Ping continued.
After falling out with Zhang Yuting, Zhang Yuting would probably also start his activities.
"Good!" Feng Linge nodded. Feng Linge felt very gratified to have such a son who was actively plotting for him.
After returning to North Town, Feng Ping summoned the generals and senior officers of the temporary 1st Division and asked them to strengthen the training of the troops. At the same time, he also ordered the troops to prepare ammunition. He was prepared for the upcoming battle.
Feng Ping knew that once Yanjing appointed Feng Linge to take charge of Fengtian Province, Zhang Yuting would not be satisfied. A great battle was right before their eyes. In other words, if Feng Ping's event failed, Zhang Yuting would successfully take over Fengtian. The Feng father and son would not let this matter rest. At that time, a battle would still be unavoidable.
It could be said that this war was already inevitable.
Feng Linge also summoned his trusted aide and began to prepare for battle. If it wasn't for the lack of time, Feng Linge might have thought of building two more infantry divisions. In any case, with his son's support, he did not lack money or weapons. Building two more infantry divisions was as easy as playing. However, it was already too late. A troop that had not undergone systematic training would only be courting death on the battlefield. They might even become a burden, and the gains would not make up for the losses.
On the 25th of July, Feng Ping left North Town. Under the escort of the guards, he took the train to Yanjing. In order to avoid unnecessary trouble, he and the guards were dressed in casual clothes.
At the same time, before he left, Feng Ping had sent a telegram to his American partners, the Dupont family and the Rockefeller family, hoping that they could use their influence to pull strings for his future cooperation with the American government.
The US was originally a country controlled by a large consortium. The government had inextricably linked ties with the various large consortiums. Large families and consortiums like the Dupont family and the Rockefeller family undoubtedly had great influence in the US government.
In addition, Feng Ping also actively invited the Dupont family and the Rockefeller family to invest. The current state of the country was too poor and backward. Without investment, it would undoubtedly be very difficult to develop.
It was less than 500 kilometers from Beizhen to Yanjing. However, it took a whole day to take the train.
It wasn't until the morning of the 26th that Feng Ping's group arrived in Beijing.
After getting off the train, they went straight to Feng Linge's residence in Yanjing.
Feng Linge had previously bought a courtyard house in Yanjing's cotton alley, which could be used as a place for Feng Ping and the others to stay. After settling down, Feng Ping sent someone to contact the person he was going to visit this time.
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