The Anti-Japanese War Begins with the Northeast Army

Chapter 63 "Old House, New Home"

Whether Xinmin will be stable in the future, whether the Jiang family can develop and expand the 10th Regiment, and whether they can build on the Xinmin territory and make money to support themselves, depends on the next action.

But all this... is inseparable from having a strong force at hand.

Thinking of this, Jiang Cheng's eyes darkened slightly.

In this chaotic era of war and disorder, only if you have guns and soldiers can you truly grow and develop. Otherwise, even if you are rich and powerful, you are just "working" for bandits or even warlords.

However, as a modern soldier, Jiang Cheng is very clear that in fact, whether it is the Fengtian Army of this era or the Northeast Army after the change of flag, their weapons and equipment and personnel strength are extremely strong.

But later on the September 18 Incident, the Japanese were beaten into a terrible state by thousands of Japanese soldiers, and it was because of the failure of the leader.

Looking at the entire Northeast, people like Feng Tang who only know how to grab territory and put money in their pockets are quite hateful... But what is despairing is that the Fengtian clique and even the later Northeast Army were almost full of such people.

Therefore, while accumulating strength, he also had to gather a group of like-minded brothers who were willing to take up arms to defend their country.

At the same time, these people must also be professional soldiers with professional qualities.

"So this is why my father is so concerned about my studying at the Military Academy."

Talking to herself attracted the attention of the brother and sister in the back seat. Hai Huixin was the first to tilt her head and ask, "Jiang Feilan, what are you talking about?"

Thinking that his father was planning to ask him to poach people, Jiang Cheng couldn't help but mutter to himself.

"Ah, I just thought of something!"

Jiang Cheng made up an excuse and changed the subject, "Hey, Miss, where are you going to live after entering the city?"

The Marshal had said that he could enter the Marshal's Mansion. It was already inappropriate for him to bring Hai Pingchuan as a "foil", and it was impossible for him to bring her along as well.

"Oh, don't bother me!"

Hai Huixin curled her lips and said, "You don't need to worry about my brother - you have made it big now, so you can live in the Marshal's Mansion and serve as a foil to the young masters."

This sounded a bit sarcastic. Before Jiang Cheng could say anything, Hai Pingchuan immediately said, "Let's go home—"

"There's an old house on Pangjiang Road. Just tidy it up."

Jiang Cheng turned around and glanced at them, then said with a smile, "Good fellow, how come I didn't know you had a home in Fengtian! Then why did you two stay at the Maozi hotel when you came to the city last time?"

In fact, it was just a joke, but the two of them stopped talking at the same time, which made Jiang Cheng feel confused.

They drove into the city in silence, and the officer driving the car drove to Pangjiang Road with familiarity.

The small courtyard facing the street looks grand but somewhat desolate.

The brother and sister, who had not spoken all the way, began to look at each other after getting off the car, as if they were struggling over whether they should return to this home.

Jiang Cheng was about to ask a question, but Hai Pingchuan went forward and knocked on the door. The elder who answered the door was overjoyed when he saw the brother and sister: "Master and Miss? Why are you two back?"

"Come on, come on, come in, please come in..."

These two people are really interesting. Aren’t they from the same family?
If the gray-haired old butler hadn't come out to greet him, Jiang Cheng would have almost thought that this was the new son-in-law.

With a question mark in his mind, he quietly helped them carry their things into the house.

The yard is not big and looks a bit like the courtyard houses in Beijing, but it is more spacious.

But... why does it look like no one has lived here for a long time?
The brother and sister entered the room, put down their luggage and went into the main room. Jiang Cheng then noticed that there was a spirit tablet on the table opposite.

The whole room was simple in structure and plain in furnishings; there were no other offerings on the altar except for a few sheets of yellow paper and a handful of incense.

The rumors turned out to be true; Hai Rushong was indeed a simple and shabby person.

"Mom, my brother and I are back to see you."

When she said this, Hai Huixin's voice was obviously choked up. She walked forward to burn incense, but the candle had already burned out. It was the driver Han Ming who took out a match to light it. Jiang Cheng didn't ask anything, and of course it was not easy to ask anything.

In fact, it is enough to think about it: the original owner knew that Hai Rushong's first wife died of illness ten years ago, and he had been in the Machang Army with the young Pingchuan Huixin.

"I think we should buy some things."

Jiang Cheng took out his purse and readily took out all the cash inside and handed it to the old housekeeper. "The young master and the eldest lady will stay for a while, so go to the market to buy some things."

"It's a shame that there's no one to serve in this house. Find two maids for the young lady to serve the young lady the next day!"

Hai Huixin opened her mouth to refuse, but Jiang Cheng waved his hand and said, "Oh, by the way, it's not enough to just order maids around, we have to hire a cook too... It's better to find a capable old woman who can do laundry and cooking."

"Hey Jiang Feilan! Why are you like this now? Are you just making decisions for others so casually?"

Seeing that he was getting more and more serious, Hai Huixin's face couldn't help but blush, "Who needs a maid to do the laundry and cooking, or a servant girl?"

"That's right, there's no need to trouble Feilan, we can be brothers and sisters."

Hai Pingchuan quickly signaled to the butler to return all the cash.

"Well, I didn't know anything before... Now that I'm watching, can I still ignore it?"

Jiang Cheng pushed the old butler out of the door with his backhand, "Go, do as I say!"

"Come on, both of you! We are so familiar with each other, why are you still making things awkward with me?"

"Besides, it's good to tidy up this yard. We have to study in the Military Academy for a whole year, and we have to have some good classmates. How can we not have a place to hang out?"

The brother and sister looked at each other and exchanged glances, then nodded to accept his kindness.

"Jiang Feilan, I take back my words."

Hai Huixin tilted her head towards him, and her smile was the most peaceful and gentle he had ever seen since he was a child. "You are different now!"

"Oh? With just a few bucks, you bribed our young lady?"

Knowing that these two siblings were probably both like Hai Rushong and wouldn't say anything nice, Jiang Cheng made a quick joke.

Seeing her face puffed up again, Jiang Cheng smiled and said, "I was just joking!"

"I think it's still early. Why don't we have a meal outside and report to the Governor's Mansion first?"

This is the serious matter, especially for Jiang Cheng. The Marshal specifically asked him to live in the Marshal's Mansion and study with Xiao Zhang and Xuecheng.

After going out, they first found a shop and had a simple meal. Then the three of them washed, changed clothes and went straight to the Governor's Mansion.

After the Marshal firmly established himself as the commander-in-chief, he moved into a more luxurious European-style mansion.

The garden architecture imitates that of Western Europe, and from a distance it looks even more magnificent than the castles of some foreign lords. There is also a red and gold koi carp more than half a foot long in the white marble pool.

At this time, the Governor's Mansion was busy with lights and decorations, and preparations were being made everywhere for the upcoming marriage of Zhang Hanqing and Yu Fengzhi.

"So beautiful..."

As soon as she got off the car, Hai Huixin burst into sincere admiration - the entire lobby was brightly lit in broad daylight.

【Historical knowledge】:
In the history of Northeast China, the Military Academy was reopened in 1919 (the first session).

The 19-year-old young marshal enrolled in school that year and graduated the following year.

(The novel has been adapted to some extent due to the needs of the plot)

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(End of this chapter)