My girlfriend is from 1949

Following the announcement, Victor walked in carrying a case of cola.

He bowed respectfully to a man in military uniform and said, "General!"

The general turned his head and carefully examined the man who had come to visit, a look of doubt in his eyes.

I originally planned to take a nap after returning home at noon.

As a result of the report, a Commerce Ministry official named Victor came to visit.

This stunned the seasoned general, and a look of doubt appeared on his face.

Why would someone from another system come to me if they can't understand it?

However, it was precisely because it was so good that I didn't refuse.

When he saw the person who had arrived, and the case of Coke placed at his feet, he couldn't help but frown.

In these sensitive times, getting word out that he drank cola could cause trouble.

Especially now that he's in that position, countless eyes are watching him.

If the Ministry of the Interior finds out, they'll probably suspect me of having connections with the United States!

Such suspicion can be fatal!

The general sat on the sofa, picked up the bottle on the table, tilted his head back, and took a big gulp.

The sweet cola melted in my mouth, and my furrowed brows finally relaxed.

Looking at the visitor standing opposite him, he said in a deep voice, "I don't seem to have any dealings with the Ministry of Commerce! Besides, what is your purpose in bringing American goods here?"

As he spoke, a sharp killing intent flashed in his eyes.

This seasoned veteran's gaze alone could send chills down one's spine.

Victor's heart skipped a beat, and he nervously swallowed.

He has been able to reach his current position step by step over more than a decade, thanks not only to the support of his family but also to his own abilities.

The key point was immediately grasped from the question just now.

The military and the Ministry of Commerce do not have direct dealings, and that is not important.

Once you reach the position of general, whether or not you maintain contact is no longer important.

He can maintain contact as long as he's willing.

What truly made the general frown was clearly the cola that had been stared at a few times.

Especially when the emphasis was placed on "American imperialism" at the end, there was a slight suspicion that it was a malicious attempt to frame someone.

If word got out that he had accepted Coca-Cola from the US, that would be a very bad situation.

At this sensitive time, even he dared not violate these taboos.

Victor hurriedly explained, "General, you've misunderstood. This isn't American-made cola; it's made by our Chinese comrades!"

Yesterday, my old classmate came to the Soviet Union. Knowing that we had severed trade ties with the United States, he brought this for me.

Thinking that the gift from my Chinese brothers did not violate any Party regulations, I accepted it.

I have always admired you, so I wanted to give you this gift.

I can guarantee it was absolutely made by our Chinese brothers, and has nothing to do with the US.

Victor thumped his chest, looking very confident.

Although I haven't gone to China to verify it, this kind of thing can't be kept secret.

The factory that produces Coca-Cola doesn't have legs, and it can't run away.

As long as someone is sent to investigate, the truth can be verified.

Therefore, Du Hengtai has no need to lie about such things.

They would never import goods from the United States and then resell them to the Soviet Union just to make a quick profit.

That would be taboo.

Moreover, he holds an important position, which will help trade between the two countries in the future.

Du Hengtai wouldn't be so foolish as to deliberately frame himself.

If a stranger were to take his place, future Sino-Soviet trade negotiations would not be so convenient.

Victor believed that his old classmate would not do anything to offend the general.

After all, a few bottles of Coke couldn't bring down this general who turned the tide of the war against Germany.

If you are reprimanded for this, you will surely face swift and severe retaliation.

So when Du Hengtai said it was produced independently, he believed him.

Because it's absolutely necessary, and there's no way to lie about something like this.

"Gay production in China?"

The general was taken aback upon hearing this, and a look of doubt appeared on his resolute face.

He pondered for a moment and said, "They're fighting with weapons we provided, and the war isn't over yet. How could they possibly have the capacity to produce Coca-Cola?"

Actually, it was called aid weapons, but it was only in the later stages of the Liberation War that some of the Japanese weapons captured before the withdrawal from Northeast China were transferred to the Northeast Democratic Allied Army free of charge.

Of course, the older brother helped us a lot afterward.

In August 1949, when the navy was just being established, the elder brother sent six torpedo boats to Qingdao to aid the newly formed naval force.

During his visit to the Soviet Union in June 1949, the elder brother sent experts to assist with mine clearance, training, and other support.

After 1950, experts were systematically sent to provide support, as well as loans.

The $3 million loan agreement launched a massive industrial and military aid effort.

The Big Brother was the first country to recognize the Republic and establish diplomatic relations with it.

I cannot deny that they have provided us with great assistance, both diplomatically and militarily.

Therefore, I have a good understanding of the situation in China.

They simply don't have the capacity to produce Coca-Cola.

Although there is equipment in Shanghai, it is only authorized, and the packaging and production are carried out by local companies.

In addition to Shanghai, the Shanhaiguan Soda Factory in Tianjin and the Laoshan Soda Company in Qingdao have also been authorized to produce soda.

The real core raw materials are still controlled by the Americans.

When the Americans stopped supplying raw pulp, production came to a standstill.

Therefore, the general initially mistakenly believed that he was using China to sell American goods to the Soviet Union.

But if you have your own formula and produce it entirely in-house, that's a different story.

It has absolutely nothing to do with the US, so even if you drink it, no one will dare to make a fuss!

After hearing the explanation, the general nodded slightly.

That would be a good thing if our Chinese comrades could truly break away from the United States and produce independently.

From now on, I won't have to sneak around when I drink Coke anymore.

He immediately frowned, looking doubtful, and asked, "Won't the taste be a bit strange?"

Victor was taken aback for a moment, then realized that this person was worried about the quality of the cola produced by Chinese comrades!

He quickly explained, "When I received the Coke last night, I had the same concerns, but after drinking it, I found that the taste is definitely no worse than the American version, and may even be slightly better!"

After saying that, he opened two bottles of cola and placed them on the table. After the general chose one, he picked up the other bottle and drank it all in one gulp.

Then he let out a long burp, a look of lingering satisfaction on his face.

This action also proves that the beverage does not have a strange taste and can be drunk without worry.

The general squinted, hesitated, brought the cola to his lips, and then moved it away.

He looked worried, as if he feared it would taste as bad as medicine!

Slowly bring it to your lips, take a small sip, and squint your eyes to savor it.

Instantly, his eyes lit up, and a look of surprise appeared on his face.

He took another big gulp and drank the cola in one go.

He smacked his lips and said, "The taste is indeed better than the American one. Your Ministry of Commerce should provide more support for the development of Chinese comrades."