sjar Chapter 579: Human Destiny
Chapter 579: Human Destiny
Boss Yu knew very well that these people had flattered him in the past because of his status in Pujiang and even in the national shipping.
Now these people are saying nice things, perhaps because of their son-in-law.
However, Boss Yu understood that there are always talented people in every generation. When he was still in his prime, his son-in-law was already able to stand on his own and even surpass him. This was a great blessing for his future family business.
"Commander-in-Chief Chen!"
Seeing Commander-in-Chief Chen coming with the navy, the surrounding business owners also gave up their seats around Boss Yu. Since they were not in the same circle, they tried not to get too close.
The Yu family, to which Boss Yu belongs, not only runs a business but also has its own place in politics, so there is nothing wrong with him standing and talking with Commander-in-Chief Chen. Others do not have such ability.
"You have a good eye for fishing. When Xiao Li was still weak, you already pulled him over to be your son-in-law. I don't know how many old men hate you now."
The two have known each other for many years, so they speak very casually.
"This is human fate. Even if they bite their teeth, they can't turn back time. I don't mind my son-in-law taking a concubine. If they have any ideas, they can come and talk to me."
Boss Yu said with a smile, and Commander-in-Chief Chen also laughed. But when he thought about the seven concubines in Boss Yu's family, he understood everything.
Take some senior generals in the navy for example. According to the Nationalist government's order of monogamy, they were not allowed to have concubines. But in fact, who doesn't have his own concubine? In today's era, even if you have a shop on the street in Pujiang, you must have at least two concubines.
While everyone was chatting, the beautiful couple had finished dancing. Miss Yu took Li Shaoyi's arm and came to my father and Commander-in-Chief Chen.
When the two men faced Li Shaoyi, one was Li Shaoyi's superior and the other was Li Shaoyi's father-in-law, but it was not easy for them to put on airs. After all, Li Shaoyi was no longer a young boy, but a commander who could mobilize two 6,000-ton light cruisers with just one word.
Now he has become the deputy chief of staff of the navy and has been awarded the rank of lieutenant general. This is also a surprise given to Li Shaoyi by Commander-in-Chief Chen. Otherwise, it would be illegal for Li Shaoyi to run the navy in the north.
It is said that the old man in Nanjing was unwilling, but Commander-in-Chief Chen argued with the old man. In addition, after the Pujiang Army warships arrived in Pujiang, they also vaguely intended to protect Nanjing. In the past, some foreign warships violated the treaty and drove the ships directly to the side of Nanjing, which also made the old man dissatisfied. Now with Li Shaoyi's fleet, such a thing should not happen.
So under this circumstance, Li Shaoyi's rank of Lieutenant General of the Navy was successfully obtained. This set a precedent within the National Government. He was both a Lieutenant General of the Army and a Lieutenant General of the Navy. Such a thing had never been heard of before.
"The French Concession Police Station is surrounded like this?"
All the gossip that needed to be said has been said. Commander-in-Chief Chen needs to see how Li Shaoyi will handle this matter.
When the French Concession Police Station was first surrounded, the people were extremely happy, but now that the siege has lasted for a long time, the people want to see a result.
"It seems that no one from the Gallic Empire came to the reception tonight."
Li Shaoyi looked around but did not see any senior officials from the French Concession.
"You surrounded their police station, detained them, and stomped on their faces and kicked them hard twice, and you still expect them to attend your welcome party."
Old Man Yu laughed beside him. He was really satisfied with the way his son-in-law did things. In his opinion, all officials in Pujiang should learn from him. Not all foreigners are so scary.
"Father-in-law, you're blaming the wrong person. How could I surround their police station for no reason? I'm not the type to look for trouble every day. They were the ones who beat up the protesters first. I'm going to call Wu Zhenkui and have him negotiate with the people in the French Concession. If they're willing to hand over the people, I'll withdraw them. If not, we'll continue to surround them."
Li Shaoyi said nonchalantly that the people around him were indeed unsure. If the people of the Gallic Empire were pushed into a corner, a war might break out.
Li Shaoyi knew what these people were thinking just by looking at their faces. Foreigners always threaten us with war, which is also because they have understood our mentality. In fact, if you look closely at the current international situation, you will find that since the Boxer Incident, foreigners have rarely sent large-scale troops. They have also realized that they cannot conquer such a huge empire as ours by force, and it has become a form of agency. No matter who the Gaolou Empire's agents in the country are, do they dare to touch Li Shaoyi's tiger's whiskers?
Wu Zhenkui was also cursing in his command post. Tonight was a cocktail party to welcome the Marshal. The attendees were all high-level officials from Pujiang and even the entire Jiangnan region. It was also a good opportunity for Wu Zhenkui to develop friendships. However, because of those guys from the French Concession Police Station, he could only command the army here.
When he received the call from Li Shaoyi, this guy knew it was time to resolve the issue.
The middleman is still Mr. Du. After all, Mr. Du still has some face in Pujiang. Even if the people in the French Concession hate him, they are here to solve the problem. If you refuse to see them, the police station will probably be surrounded. Every extra minute of siege is a disgrace to your Gallic Empire.
"That's impossible. They were performing their duties. If they had used any inappropriate methods, they would have been taken away by the Pujiang Police Department. Who would work for our police station in the future?"
In a room near the police station, Mr. Portman, the chief inspector of the French Concession Police Station, immediately expressed his opposition after hearing Wu Zhenkui's conditions.
Mr. Du is like an old monk in meditation at this moment. I am only responsible for bringing you to this room. As for how the negotiation turns out, that is your two separate business and it has nothing to do with me.
"That's fine. Let's continue the stalemate. When you want to resolve it, I may not want to resolve it either."
Negotiations are about cutting the Gordian knot. Wu Zhenkui remembered what Li Shaoyi had said: "Don't waste time with these people." He then prepared to leave. The people in the French Concession were indeed panicked.