Republic of China: I am a great warlord, many children, many blessings

Everyone stood up.

“All eight battleships of the two fleets, the Second Fleet and the First Fleet, attacked Wanwan, commanded by Vice Admiral Kato Tomosaburo.

On the army side, the 18th and 12th Divisions, with a total of 9 people, were responsible for ground attacks.

The commander-in-chief was Lieutenant General Shiba Goro, commander of the 12th Division and Tokyo Garrison.

In addition, the 2nd Heavy Artillery Brigade was mobilized to support the army.

At the same time, the Air Force dispatched 10 aircraft to conduct reconnaissance and bombing on Taiwan.”

Now, with the start of the European war, many countries have discovered that aircraft bombing is very effective, and have begun to work hard on research and development. There are already signs of bombers, but in this era, airplanes cannot be aimed and are dropped based on feeling.

The proposal of Japanese Prime Minister Masatake Terauchi was unanimously agreed by the cabinet.

They wanted to take over Taiwan with lightning speed, and then use excuses to force the Beiyang government to sign the Twenty-One Demands so that they could take over Guangdong and Guangxi.

Japan's reaction made the Japanese people scream with excitement.

He expressed support.

At the same time, Japan's reaction was also reported.

This also caused protests in the country.

Forty thousand people gathered on the wasteland of Shanghai Boulevard to convene a national assembly.

Led by Chamber of Commerce President Yu Hangxing, the original intention was to force the government to oppose Yuan Shikai's signing of the Twenty-One Treaties.

Now, we see that Japan is openly attacking Taiwan.

So, Yu Hangxing immediately changed the significance of the conference.

'Support national salvation, support national hero Yu Qingfeng'

This move has received support from Shanghai's business community.

The "China National Salvation Fund" was established that day, and raised 70 yuan that day, causing a sensation in Shanghai.

405. This is your sister Yu Manli

In the Yu family villa, the whole villa was filled with joy at this moment. The servants were busy running around with smiles on their faces.

Today is their master Yu Hangxing’s 60th birthday.

The servants all received red envelopes, so of course they were happy.

However, because there was a savings group meeting in the afternoon, the banquet started in the morning.

With Yu Hangxing Chamber of Commerce's identity and status as the president, he was visited by many guests and dignitaries.

The chief inspector of the British Concession Xu Wenqiang, the new tycoon of Shanghai Feng Jingyao, the inspector of the French Concession, the leader of Yongxin Lu Yusheng, the Axe Gang, the directors of major banks, and bosses from all walks of life.

Xiao Aqiao from Fengming Tower and Xu Guoliang, the chief of the Songhu Police Department, who is considered the top police officer, are both top figures in the Magic City.

Today, we are not only celebrating Yu Hangxing's birthday, but also celebrating the establishment of the "China National Salvation Fund Group".

Not only that, Yu Hangxing is also preparing to launch a new parliament today.

Looking at the villa filled with guests, Yu Hangxing felt very happy.

So he stood on the stage and said happily: "Thank you all for taking the time out of your busy schedule to come to my birthday party.

I am Yu Mou, thank you."

“You’re welcome, President Yu.”

“You’re welcome, President Yu.”

“It’s our pleasure”

Everyone said at once;

So, Yu Hangxing said again: "I would like to take this opportunity of Yu's birthday party to say a few words.

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First, we established the "China National Salvation Fund"

The purpose was to hold a founding conference and announce that the group's purpose was for the Chinese people to work together to defend the country.

We plan to raise a reserve of 5000 yuan specifically for the purpose of increasing the country's military equipment.

On the day of its establishment yesterday, it raised 70 yuan, which can be said to be a good start.

Moreover, the Shanghai National Savings Fund began to accept deposits, and there was a steady stream of people coming to pay their contributions.

The bank's savings increased day by day. In just one day, the bank earned 25386 yuan.

Here, I would like to talk about a few cases.

Of course, the amount of money they donated may not be much, but it made Yu feel inferior.

Here, I must tell their stories so that more people can know about them. Although they are dust, their actions are enough to stand tall.

This is the information I received from the bank. A female worker at Yongtai Silk Factory paid all her savings over the years to the account of the National Salvation Fund.

It can be said that women are as good as men.

There was also a boy of only 11 years old who brought his own piggy bank and exchanged it for 10 yuan, which he kept.

Orphans in the orphanage also saved on food expenses, eating only one bowl of thin porridge for each meal, and used the surplus as savings for national salvation.

Among them, a veteran not only donated all his property, but also gave a tearful speech on stage, and finally committed suicide with a knife, leaving behind a blood letter to inspire the people.

At this point, Yu Hangxing's eyes turned red as he said, "They are all great, they should not be forgotten and they deserve respect.

Because they also have a burning desire to serve their country."

There was thunderous applause from the audience.

When the applause died down, Yu Hangxing said again: "The 'China National Salvation Fund Group' held in Shanghai has quickly aroused strong repercussions across the country, and supporters have responded one after another.

The Tianjin General Chamber of Commerce took the lead in responding and established a branch office of the Savings Association.

Jiangsu and Zhejiang are also actively preparing.

In order to connect the savings raised by various chambers of commerce, I propose to set up a temporary communications office of the National Salvation Fund Group in Shanghai.

The telegram called on all provinces and ports to initiate the movement, hoping to achieve the goal of everyone loving the country and donating money.

As Yu Hangxing finished his words, the audience burst into warm applause.

Speaking of this, Yu Hangxing became very excited.

He said again: "A few days ago, Yu Qingfeng of Wanwan organized the people of Wanwan to fight bravely and drive the Japanese out of Wanwan. Not only that, he also killed the governor of the Japanese, Akashi Motojiro.

He is our national hero and deserves our help more than the corrupt Beiyang government.

Therefore, I propose that we donate all of our first donation to Yu Qingfeng."

As soon as he finished speaking, the audience burst into warm applause and cheers.

"it is good!"

"it is good!"

"Support President Yu!"

"Support President Yu!"

"Yu Qingfeng is a national hero and must be supported"

Everyone in the audience was very excited, even Xu Wenqiang was very excited.

Then, Yu Hangxing said again: "However, although Japan is small, its national strength is strong.

It is said that Japan issued a declaration of war yesterday.

The First Fleet and the Second Fleet, two fleets with eight battleships, were dispatched to attack Qingdao, which was two more battleships than the original attack on Qingdao.

The commander was Kato Tomosaburo, who planned the attack on Qingdao.

As for the army, the 18th and 12th Divisions have a total of 9 people. One can imagine what Yu Qingfeng and his men will face.

It can be said that danger is lurking on every side.

Yu Qingfeng is our hero, how can we abandon him?

Although I am a businessman, I also have to be patriotic.

Even if we can’t go to the battlefield, I think we businessmen should do something.”

"President Yu is right, we support you"

"President Yu, just tell me what to do."

"Yes, President Yu."

Yu Hangxing said: "I have discussed with some other bosses of the Chamber of Commerce and decided to hold another "Conference to Encourage the Use of Domestic Products". I, Yu Hangxing, Dong Shaoyan and Wang Zhengting will serve as president and vice president.

It was decided that a national conference to "persuade the use of domestic products" would be held in Zhang Garden tomorrow afternoon, jointly initiated by the gentry, businessmen, and scholars.

The purpose of this conference is, first of all, to support domestic products and set up a citizen donation office and other resolutions.

The second and most important thing is to boycott Japanese goods.

We won't go to the battlefield, but we also can't let Japan make money to build guns and cannons to fight against our compatriots."

"well said!"

"agree!"

"agree!"

"agree!"

Everyone shouted;

Yu Hangxing said again: "Okay, since everyone has no objection, let's do it this way.

I have finished speaking, everyone enjoy your meal and drink."

After Yu Hangxing stepped down from the stage, he greeted everyone one by one.

When clinking glasses with Xu Wenqiang, Xu Wenqiang said worriedly: "President Yu, you are so ostentatious in supporting Yu Qingfeng and boycotting Japanese goods. I'm afraid you will be targeted by Japan's 073. You better not go out for a while."

Yu Hangxing laughed and said, "It's okay, this is Shanghai, it's not the turn of the Japanese to act wildly.

As the initiator of the savings group and the chairman of the "Association for Encouraging the Use of Domestic Products", I would be a laughing stock if I don't go tomorrow. But thank you for your concern, Inspector Xu."

Xu Wenqiang shook his head and said, "You're welcome. There should be more patriotic businessmen like you."

Yu Hangxing smiled and nodded, then he didn't take the matter to heart and greeted other dignitaries.

At noon, when all the guests had left, Yu Hangxing finally had the opportunity to interact with his family.

So, his daughter Yu Mengzhu was called over.

"Mengzhu, come quickly, I will introduce you to a distant uncle."

Yu Mengzhu looked curiously at the elegant middle-aged man in a long robe in front of her, wondering about his identity.

Yu Hangxing smiled and said, "This is Yu Jincheng, a branch of the Yu family, and this is your uncle Jincheng's daughter Yu Manli."

Yu Mengzhu said obediently: "Hello, Uncle Yu"

Yu Jincheng smiled and took out a jade hairpin from his bag and handed it to Yu Mengzhu, saying: "This is our first meeting, so I don't have anything good to give you. I'll give you this jade hairpin."

Yu Mengzhu glanced at his father, and Yu Hangxing smiled and said, "Just take what your uncle gave you."

Yu Mengzhu nodded and said, "Thank you, Uncle Yu."

Then, Yu Hangxing said to Yu Mengzhu again: "Your uncle Jincheng and I haven't seen each other for a long time. I still have something to say. You take Manli to Shanghai and have a good time."

"Yes, father."

406, The Nine-Gate Master

Yu Mengzhu brought Yu Manli to her room.

Looking at the magnificent bedroom, Yu Manli felt a little inferior and stood at the door, at a loss.

Yu Mengzhu saw Yu Manli's embarrassment, smiled and took Yu Manli's hand and said: "Come in, sister Manli, we are sisters, there is nothing to be shy about."

Yu Manli was not stupid, so she knew that Yu Mengzhu was taking care of her feelings. She felt warm in her heart and nodded, "Thank you, Sister Mengzhu."

After entering the house, Yu Mengzhu asked curiously: "Sister Manli, this is the first time I've heard of a distant relative like Uncle Yu."