Chapter 979 1941

The 30th year of the Republic of China, that is, 1941, was a link between the past and the next.

It was less than a year since World War II officially broke out, and the real war was already brewing. Many people may be very pessimistic.

Some people are excited too.

For example, the "superior soldier" in the east is jumping up and down at the moment. In his capacity as Prime Minister, he issued the "Battle Formation Training", advocating that the military and civilians be loyal to the emperor and realize the "New Order of Greater East Asia."

Europe's mustachioed head of state is also secretly discussing with his staff team when to deal with the old red rival of Soviet Russia and realize the great dream that even Napoleon failed to complete.

China, on the other hand, is still in turmoil and struggling. Who can provide a little more assistance so that it can last longer in the subsequent war against Japan.

Perhaps because he was afraid that Luo Yao would regret it, before the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, Mao Zongxiang proposed to hold a New Year's work meeting of the Military Technical Office.

Luo Yao had no objection. . .

If you have a meeting, let’s have it.

During the Chinese New Year, at least some dignity should be preserved, and personnel adjustments should at least wait until the first month of the year, but Mao Zongxiang couldn't wait.

It’s for the new six groups.

In fact, no one has any objections to forming a new group. Anyway, as long as you don't transfer people from your own group.

The leaders of each team regard their team members as more important than their wives and children. As more and more work is done, the problem of staff shortage will become more and more tense.

Even if you recruit from outside, units like the military technical room cannot be entered casually. Luo Yao has very high requirements.

Even if the threshold is lowered, new recruits will not be able to get started quickly.

There is also the issue of funding.

The increase from 50,000 French currency a month to 80,000. Luo Yao originally wanted 100,000, but the finances of his superiors were tight. If it were not for the price and currency depreciation, his superiors would even want to cut off part of the funds.

The leader of the new sixth group, Mao Zongxiang, recommended his classmate Wang Junjie who was studying in France. For the Chinese New Year, Luo Yao did not object and passed directly.

Originally, this newly established group belonged to Mao Zongxiang.

The deputy team leader is Mao Zongxiang's brother-in-law Chen Jieyu, and Luo Yao also agreed. If he wants to let him go, then he will give in to the end.

Anyway, the purpose of setting up this group was to let Mao Zongxiang find someone to make his presence felt in the military technical room, and to take the blame.

Then comes the selection of personnel for each department.

Luo Yao also expressed his support. As long as the new team leader likes it and other teams are willing to let him go, he will not stop him.

Then Mao Zongxiang felt that this meeting went a bit too smoothly, and that Luo Yao was giving too much face, which was a bit unreal.

So, he was embarrassed and asked Luo Yao to say a few words. He couldn't just have a meeting and it would become him alone.

Luo Yao was unprepared for this meeting, but since Mao Zongxiang asked him to speak, he had to speak, so he talked about his vision for the work of the military technical room in the new year, such as attracting new blood and training personnel.

He focuses on this area, such as focusing on short-term training, or using new methods to cultivate usable talents as soon as possible.

The training class also needs to expand enrollment. This time the requirements will be lowered, but of course the basic qualities are still required.

What Luo Yao said was very specific and practical.

The meeting ended in this friendly and harmonious atmosphere. It seemed that the first shot of the New Year for Mao Zongxiang and his group was fired.

This made Huo Tian and others not quite understand. Could it be that he really had to bow his head to Mao Zongxiang? This turn was too fast, right?

There were no signs before.

Everyone was a little confused, and Huo Tian followed Luo Yao to his office directly after the meeting. He wanted to ask what was going on here.

"Deputy Director Luo, today Director Mao chaired a working meeting and proposed the establishment of a new six groups. You support this. I can understand it. But why, the leader and deputy leader of the new six groups are his people. Isn't this the case? Is he Mao Zongxiang's independent kingdom?" Huo Tian asked.

"Lao Huo, do you think this six groups can do anything good?" Luo Yao poured a glass of water, handed it to him, and asked with a smile.

"We don't even understand the Japanese secret code. We still have English secret messages and French secret messages. It's nonsense." Huo Tian shook his head.

"It's over now, so what are you worried about?" Luo Yao said.

"But we can't let him waste our resources randomly, right?" Huo Tian said.

"In such a large military technical room, can you ensure that every penny is spent on the blade?" Luo Yao said with a smile, "Old Huo, when you are the leader of a group, you only need to consider the people in your group. Affairs, but now you are also the deputy director, you have to consider the overall situation, the overall situation, we all want to achieve that ideal state, in fact, it is impossible to do it, we can only work in that direction."

Huo Tian was silent.

"I fully support Mao Zongxiang today and do not refute his face. This is a show of goodwill, but it is not. Since he wants to start a new business and toss, then let him play by himself. The more you suppress him, the stronger his rebound will be. Why bother? Well, if we are not good enough, we will be surpassed by him sooner or later, this is the law of nature." Luo Yao said.

"But, this will soon distract our energy?"

"Why are they scattered? If he wants to play, he has to find people by himself. Is it possible that we can provide him with talents?" Luo Yao said, "Moreover, when recruiting people for the military technical room, I have to pass my test. He wants to recruit suitable people." Man, I have to nod."

"Isn't that Yu Duhui in charge of personnel affairs?"

"Don't I have the right to supervise?" Luo Yao smiled and said, "Also, the British are not looking for us to cooperate. I plan to hand it over to the Sixth Group to connect with them."

When Huo Tian heard this, his eyes suddenly lit up. This move was so clever that Mao Zongxiang dug a hole and put himself in it.

"Keep it secret, don't spread it out now." Luo Yao reminded.

"I understand, don't worry." Huo Tian chuckled, "I asked, why did you support Mao Zongxiang so much at the meeting today? It turned out that you were waiting for him here."

"He originally pushed this matter to me. Now it's not bad to return it to him in another way." Luo Yao chuckled.

"High!" Huo Tian gave a thumbs up.

…

The mist dispersed, and the river gently lapped against the embankment, making a low whimpering sound.

A small steamer slowly came from downstream and approached the dock. There began to be a commotion on the ship, and the guests inside squeezed out of the cabin door one after another.

The first wave of guests of the new year have arrived.

After almost all the guests have landed.

A woman in her early thirties, wearing a fashionable woolen coat, soft cowhide boots, and a crystal clear jade bracelet on her hand, looked a little tired.

"Ma'am, we're here."

A young man, wearing ordinary servant's clothes, with a dusty look on his face, followed closely behind carrying two large leather boxes.

"Well, let's find a place to stay first, and then notify the master to come and pick us up." The woman said, smoothing a strand of hair from her forehead.

"Okay."

…

Starry Cafe.

In the afternoon, a rare ray of sunshine shines through the thick clouds, bringing a touch of warmth to this city known for its "fog".

Su Ying'er, dressed in a beautiful cheongsam, opened the door and walked in gracefully.

"Miss Su, you are here. Is it still the same today?" The waiter came over and asked.

"Well, do I still have my place?"

"Yes, there is usually no one in your seat at this time." The waiter replied hurriedly. Although Su Ying'er does not come here every day, as long as her seat in the cafe is available, her seat is reserved for her.

Su Yinger nodded and walked over.

"Miss Su, your coffee?" The waiter quickly brought a cup of coffee, "What do you want to hear today?"

"As usual." Su Ying'er opened the wallet in her hand, took out a banknote, and skillfully put it into the waiter's hand.

"Thank you, Miss Wu, we will make arrangements for you right away." The waiter showed a smile. Su Ying'er was always generous with tips. Such customers are the most popular.

A relaxing and soothing saxophone sound played, which was played by a small band resident in the cafe. There were not many cafes in mountain cities with their own resident bands.

Stars Cafe is one of the few venues, and the resident saxophonist is a foreigner.

A moment later, a bejeweled woman opened the door and walked in. She immediately saw Su Ying'er, who was drinking coffee and listening to music.

Come forward quickly.

"Yinger!"

"Sister Wen." The two of them obviously knew each other, otherwise they wouldn't have met for coffee together.

Sister Wen sat down and said: "Ying'er, let me inquire for you. There is a good construction company called Madil on Nanbin Road. It undertakes house decoration and renovation. It has a good reputation in the industry, but the price is a bit expensive."

"It's okay if the price is higher. I just ask them to have good design and quality." Su Ying'er nodded.

"Okay, I'll take you there in a while. It's not far anyway. Let's go meet and talk. What do you think?"

"Okay, I don't have anything to do in the afternoon anyway."

"Okay." Sister Wen said happily, then called the waiter and ordered a latte.

"Ying'er, Boss Cai is preparing for a movie and casting, do you know?" Sister Wen asked.

"Um."

"Every one of Boss Cai's dramas is a hit. Ying'er, have you received an invitation to audition?" Sister Wen asked curiously. Although she was also in the film industry in the past, she has not been in the movie industry since she got married. , I’m not so keen on it, but sometimes I’ll play one or two guest roles for fun, and my acting skills are acceptable, and some people are willing to buy it.

"No." Su Ying'er shook her head. A movie by the great director Cai Chushen is what many actors dream of.

As long as you can be the heroine of Boss Cai's drama, and if it becomes a hit, your net worth will definitely double, and you can basically establish yourself as a first-line female star.

But Boss Cai's role is not something anyone can get into. Su Ying'er also wants to cooperate with Boss Cai, but people may not necessarily like you.

Especially her relationship with Li Haihuai. Boss Cai dislikes using actors with this kind of relationship the most. Even if there is a suitable role, he will not easily choose her.

"Ying'er, don't worry, with your beauty and acting skills, you will become famous sooner or later." Sister Wen said exaggeratedly.

At this time, suddenly a man in a gray-brown trench coat walked into the cafe and sat down diagonally opposite Su Ying'er.

He raised his head and his eyes slightly collided with Su Yinger's in the air.

Su Ying'er was startled, and then her eyes became a little flustered. She turned her eyes slightly and looked elsewhere. She lowered her head and took a sip of coffee to hide it.