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Since the Third Reich annexed Austria, the situation in Europe has become very delicate, and everyone seems to be avoiding the topic of war.

It's not that Europeans have changed their nature, but rather that their memories of the world war twenty years ago are too vivid, wiping out an entire generation of young people.

The US bringing up the security situation in Europe at this time is clearly ill-intentioned; they are the ones who most want to see Europe fight again.

Of course, Zhao Yunwen would prefer to see the whole world in chaos. Why should China be left to face the evil alliance alone?

Everyone pricked up their ears, including Chiang Kai-shek, who was eavesdropping from a distance.

Zhao Yunwen pondered for a moment, then said:

"After Germany, Italy, and Japan signed the Anti-Comintern Pact, the Axis powers were effectively formed. They were an evil alliance and the source of war."

Let's not even talk about the Japanese. Since the September 18 Incident, they have continuously invaded China, successively annexing places like Rehe and Chahar in Northeast and North China, and then attacking Beijing and Tianjin, launching a full-scale war of aggression against China.

The Third Reich first expanded its army to 600,000 men, and then annexed Austria, thus creating a pincer movement against Czechoslovakia.

Next, their demand is for the Sudetenland region. This is a step-by-step process. Does it feel familiar?

That's right, it's the same strategy Japan used during its invasion of China. Europe is marching rapidly towards war, and the security situation is far from optimistic.

Grace continued to ask:

"In your opinion, how can the civilized world prevent war from happening?"

"It's very simple: we must never tolerate the aggression of the evil alliance!"

Among the evil alliance, Japan is the most unscrupulous. Years ago, they declared that to conquer China, they must first conquer Manchuria and Mongolia; to conquer the world, they must first conquer China. In other words, conquering China is merely the starting point; their true goal is to conquer the world!

China is not only resisting the aggression of an evil alliance, but also fighting for world peace;

All peace-loving countries and individuals should extend a helping hand, contributing money or effort. Helping China is to stop war, and ultimately, peace-loving people all over the world will benefit!

Zhao Yunwen's words were met with applause, but Grace seemed unfazed, instead speaking with a slightly sarcastic tone:

"I understand General Zhao's desire for assistance from the civilized world, but you're exaggerating. While the Japanese are indeed powerful compared to China, their strength is negligible in the face of major Western powers. They have neither the qualifications nor the courage to challenge the civilized world."

The European and American journalists present echoed this sentiment, believing that the West was the center of the world.

Thomas arrogantly stated:

"A war between China and Japan would be nothing more than child's play in the civilized world; even if the Japanese had ten times the courage, they wouldn't dare to wage war against the Western world!"

Zhao Yunwen sneered:

"If the Japanese occupy China and absorb the mainland's population and resources, do you still think they won't pose a threat to the Western world?"

Grace, don't forget, Japan also has the world's third largest navy;

China has no navy at all. They spend more than 80% of their military budget on the joint fleet every year. Are they taking a bath in the Pacific Ocean?

The Pacific Ocean is too vast to accommodate two world-class navies!

The Third Reich journalists immediately lodged a protest:

"General Zhao, you cannot equate the Third Reich with the aggressive Japanese. The Führer is a peace lover, and the Third Reich is friendly to China."

The treaty signed between the Empire and Japan was limited to anti-Comintern sentiments, and its demands on the civilized world were merely a means to break free from the constraints of the Treaty of Versailles.

This was a classic case of trying to cover up the truth, but Zhao Yunwen didn't expose it. He just wanted to create panic and see if he could get some aid for China.

After all, not everyone in the Western world is short-sighted. Many of them can see through the Japanese ambitions, especially after he specifically mentioned the powerful combined fleet. Some of them must be having trouble sleeping.

Zhao Yunwen's job was simply to set off the blasts and muddy the waters; whether it would be effective remained to be seen.

The political department was worried that Zhao Yunwen would continue to speak recklessly, so they ended the press conference in time. The outrageous remarks Zhao Yunwen made spread throughout the country and abroad overnight thanks to the media machine.

Zhao Yunwen became a prominent figure, and the American envoy learned of his whereabouts and rushed to Jiangcheng overnight.

Brigadier General Marshall came with a mission, as Zhao Yunwen's troops had been engaged in constant warfare, preventing him from finding an opportunity.

Zhao Yunwen then attended the Military Commission's operational deployment meeting. Chiang Kai-shek was not angered by his outrageous remarks and pretended not to know, letting public opinion ferment.

The operational deployment meeting was more like a pre-battle mobilization meeting, with little substantive information. Each unit's tasks were assigned privately and individually to avoid leaks.

Although the battle to defend Jiangcheng has begun, it is still localized, like a duel between masters where the initial phase is just a test.

The Tiger Legion's mission was to defend Xinyang City and serve as a reserve force for the Fifth War Zone campaign.

Just as Zhao Yunwen was preparing to take the train back to Xinyang, Lin Wei found him again and took him to the official residence.

Zhao Yunwen thought it was Chiang Kai-shek who wanted to give him some instructions alone, which was routine for a master of micromanagement, but he found out it was a Westerner.

It looked familiar, and Marshall asked curiously:

"General Zhao, do you know me?"

Zhao Yunwen deliberately went along with him and said:

"This looks familiar!"

Before Marshall came, he had crammed on some Chinese culture and knew that it was just polite talk, so he didn't take it to heart.

"General Zhao, I feel a sense of familiarity with you, and I've even admired you for a long time."

Marshall tried to start the conversation using the way Chinese people speak, but it sounded awkward, so Zhao Yunwen simply said:

"General Marshall, please state your purpose in the American way!"

"Alright, General Zhao, I agree with what you said at the press conference, so I'm here on a friendly basis."

Zhao Yunwen frowned and said warily:

"General Marshall, I want to emphasize that I am just an ordinary soldier and do not participate in politics;

If your country wants to provide assistance to China, you should approach the government or our leaders.

Of course, if you simply want to discuss business privately, I'd be happy to.

Marshall quickly realized what was happening and said with a smile:

"We're naturally talking business; we're not interested in politics."

"So, General Marshall intends to discuss that kind of business with me?"

"General Zhao, anything that interests you is fine with me. I came here specifically for you."

The two exchanged a smile, both understanding each other's meaning.

Zhao Yunwen's minimap was constantly spinning, and he was certain that there were at least a dozen of Boss Dai's men around.

"General Marshall, since that's the case, I'll speak frankly."

The Japanese are about to launch a major offensive against Jiangcheng. I'm only interested in war supplies, including weapons and ammunition. Money is not an issue; the Zhao Group will foot the bill.

Marshall readily agreed:

"No problem, as long as General Zhao can afford it, nothing else matters."

"Great, it's settled then. I'll give you a list in a bit. As long as the price is right, we'll go ahead with the deal. I only have one requirement: you have to deliver it to Xinyang."

Zhao Yunwen immediately made his demands, without avoiding the surveillance of the Military Intelligence Bureau agents. Both of them tacitly understood that this transaction was just a pretext.

"General Zhao, I have a favor to ask. Ms. Grace wants to make a documentary about China's War of Resistance against Japan, which requires in-depth interviews at the front lines."

She's very interested in your battles with the Tiger Legion, General. May she visit your unit?

Zhao Yunwen immediately made the decision:

"Yes, but we need permission from the Political Department."

Marshall nodded and said:

"I'll handle this!"

Zhao Yunwen then took out a pen and paper and made a list, which consisted of ordinary firearms and ammunition, including five thousand M1 Garand semi-automatic rifles and their ammunition. Marshall immediately agreed and arranged for Grace to act as the liaison.

Not long after Marshall left, the contents of their conversation were laid out on Chiang Kai-shek's desk without any omissions.

Chiang Kai-shek simply said:

"If it's just about buying some equipment and supplies, there's no need to worry too much. Yunwen sacrificed his family to fight the war; he truly is my good student."