In fact, Stilwell was nominally the commander-in-chief of the Expeditionary Force. Due to the sudden withdrawal of the Allied Commander-in-Chief Alexander, the commander-in-chief, made Stilwell the commander-in-chief even more in name only. This is no wonder Stilwell himself. In fact, the strategies discussed with Alexander at the beginning were based on the cooperation between them, but the current situation was a result that General Stilwell did not expect.

If Wang Mingyu had not been familiar with some history, it would have been difficult for him to judge the British's movements for a while. However, he believed that even if he did not know this history, he would be able to easily see the British's movements with his modern education. This was not a difficult thing. Moreover, even when Du Yuming was leading the team, he actually knew the British's plans, but they had no way to stop it.

However, the 18th Army is not afraid of these things now. Their configuration has reached a peak, at least in this era, and the combat effectiveness of the personnel is quite strong. Although they have destroyed the three Japanese divisions, they have also damaged more than 10,000 people. However, compared with the hundreds of thousands of troops, they actually have little impact.

On the contrary, the Japanese army was not very suitable for others' weapons being advanced than him. Their tactics were relatively rigid. Wang Mingyu's troops had been training in jungle areas in the southwest region. They were naturally very familiar with their skills and tactics, especially with this kind of combat method. The Japanese army was just the opposite. Although they were sent by the mountain division, they were still a little tender compared to the 18th Army.

Wang Mingyu's conversation with Stilwell this time naturally discussed with Stilwell around the future of the Myanmar battlefield. In fact, there is no need to discuss or not. However, Stilwell is the position of Chief of Staff of the Chinese War Zone, so Wang Mingyu still has to give this face. Moreover, Stilwell came to Mandalay for the first time. Although Wang Mingyu is higher in level, isn't Stilwell an international friend?

Wang Mingyu sat in the office, and Stilwell sat on the sofa. After Wang Mingyu poured him a cup of tea, he poured himself another cup, and then sat down.

Stilwell first said, "I really didn't expect that Commander-in-Chief Wang could achieve such a brilliant record. I have heard a lot of rumors about you in China before. In fact, I think this is a national hero deliberately created by your National Government, but I found that it is not. Since this battle, I think I should have a new understanding of you."

Wang Mingyu smiled and said, "Thank you for the praise of the Chief of Staff. These are things we should do as a soldier. I just did my best for our own country and nation. To be honest, there are many people like me in China. They are fighting endlessly for this country and nation. Whether they are famous in history or unknown, we cannot deny their value."

Stilwell nodded and said, "Yes. This time it was indeed my mistake at the beginning. I believed the lies of the British and almost put the Chinese expeditionary force in a state of no return. I felt ashamed of this. Fortunately, Commander-in-Chief Wang was able to make up for such a mistake for me. Thank you very much!" After saying that, Stilwell stood up and saluted Wang Mingyu with a standard military salute!

Wang Mingyu also stood up and returned a military salute, and said, "The British have been beaten by the Japanese and have no confidence. They call us over and hope that we can defend Myanmar for them. But they have no confidence in us. They want us as their troops who have cut off their backs, and they can calmly return to their India. As soldiers, I feel shameful about the actions of the British."

Stilwell asked with a nod, "I just don't know how Commander-in-Chief Wang saw that the British were going to escape? I am still very confused!" Stilwell was indeed very confused. He asked himself that he had been with the British and had not seen any signs of the British going to escape. The British even proposed the idea of ​​a battle with ancient times. How did Wang Mingyu see this? Stilwell was very confused.

Wang Mingyu said: "In fact, it is not difficult to see why the British fled? As I said just now, they have no confidence in facing the Japanese. Moreover, they are in Myanmar to make a fortune, not to fight against the Japanese. If they can teach the Japanese a lesson, they will of course be happy, but they do not have the strength. And if the Japanese dare to go to war with you, the United States, can they still count on the Japanese to fear the so-called British Empire? This is obviously impossible. And when we arrive, the Japanese army has formed an encirclement in the Yangon region, and at this moment they are like frightened rabbits."

Stilwell nodded suddenly, but said, "I think it would be shameful if a soldier does this. They actually violated their credibility. Who can trust such an army in the future?" Stilwell felt shameful for the British's escape. In fact, it was mainly because the British made him, the chief of staff, lose face, and it was not a big deal for him, the general, to lose face?

Wang Mingyu said: "I can understand their ideas, and it is understandable that they want to preserve their strength in the Far East. Every country is fighting for the interests of their own country. Even the United States is the same. Is your aid not for us to confront the Japanese army? In fact, they are all taking their needs. So I didn't put the bet on them at the beginning."

After a pause, Wang Mingyu continued: "In fact, according to the current strength of our army, it is more than enough to deal with these Japanese troops. Why do we still count on them? And if they participate in the battle, then the control of Myanmar is still in their hands, but if they give up such an opportunity, who can they blame? Some things are not as simple as they seem."

Stilwell laughed when he heard this: "The British regarded others as fools, but what they didn't expect was that the ultimate loser was not the Chinese Expeditionary Force, but themselves. They lost control of Myanmar, so they naturally didn't expect such losses. They thought from the beginning that you were not opponents of the Japanese army, and this ended up, which was also considered retribution."

Wang Mingyu was about to speak, but Gao Shan hurried over and muttered a few words to Wang Mingyu's ear. Wang Mingyu's expression changed slightly. Gao Shan told Wang Mingyu that Chairman Jiang sent a telegram directly from Chongqing, about the unreasonable request of British Ambassador Richard and the conditions proposed by Chairman Jiang. The reason why Wang Mingyu's expression changed slightly was that he really did not expect that the British were so shameless.

Stilwell looked at Wang Mingyu's expression and asked worriedly: "Is there something wrong?" Looking at Wang Mingyu's expression, Stilwell naturally saw something wrong, so he asked casually. You know, Stilwell is not as glorious as the position on the surface now. To put it bluntly, if Wang Mingyu doesn't want to tell him, he has no way, so Stilwell can only ask tentatively.

Wang Mingyu's face became less and less beautiful. Although it showed a little, he was actually a little angry. Wang Mingyu said: "In Chongqing, the UK has officially proposed to take back Myanmar and give us ten years of use of the Burma Highway and the cost of five million pounds of support. Could it be that the tens of thousands of brothers who were killed and injured in me are worth their money? It's really funny!"

Gao Shan, who was standing beside him, also said, "We are fighting to the death just for such a thing? We must not agree to this matter. The British take themselves too seriously!"

Stilwell threw the cup to the ground angrily and said viciously: "Does these British people regard us as monkeys? Are we their servants? This is simply unbelievable. When the war reached such a level, it is really incredible and incredible that they were able to make such a request shamelessly!" Stilwell used two idioms in a row to show his strong writing skills.

Wang Mingyu suddenly smiled and said to Stilwell: "The suffering China has been used to being bullied by the great powers, so they developed this kind of problem of following their own problems. The British thought this was when the Qing Dynasty. What the Chinese nation needs is dignity, and I will never agree to such unreasonable requests. Even if Chongqing agrees, it will not be possible to pass it here. Don't the British want their Myanmar? Well, if they have the ability, they will take it from my hands!"

Gao Shan also said: "If they can take it over and count their abilities, we will admit it. If they want to take it over through this method, I'm sorry, my 18th Army will never be able to give up an inch of land! Even if this place does not belong to China, then everything here is up to us for the time being!"

"But the shameless British people will definitely threaten the Chinese government by going to war. I am afraid that the Chinese government will find it difficult to reject their proposal! I wonder what conditions your head of state has put forward?" Stilwell asked Wang Mingyu and looked at Gao Shan, and Gao Shan replied: "The conditions proposed by Chairman Chiang are 100 million pounds plus the permanent right to use the Yunnan-Burma Highway! But I think it is absolutely impossible for the British to agree to such a request!"

Stilwell also said: "The British really couldn't agree to such a request. The military expenditure of 100 million pounds is definitely not a small amount. They would rather not than Myanmar than lose 100 million pounds. I really know these British people very well. It seems that they must have wanted to use force to coerce the Chinese government in an attempt to achieve their goals. But in this way, Myanmar will be in lingering!"

Wang Mingyu said without any worries: "Speaking of the fact that Myanmar is nominally under our control, we are actually just a passerby. If the British are like this, we might as well support a local leader in Myanmar. If this is the case, we will have the final say in everything in the future. But who is the current rebel army in Myanmar? I don't know yet, so we naturally need to support a capable one!"

Gao Shan smiled and said, "We have been collecting Myanmar's information. At present, according to our news, there is actually a Myanmar uprising army concentrated in the north of Mandalay, called the Myanmar Independence Army. It seems that they really want to make their own contributions to their national independence and liberation. The leader of this Myanmar Independence Army is called Aung San. It is quite prestigious in Myanmar. According to our analysis, if we need support, we should be able to choose this person."

"Aung San? Why is this name a little familiar?" Wang Mingyu thought to himself that in fact, Wang Mingyu's ultimate goal was to drive away the Japanese invaders. As for what he wanted to establish an independent country, he didn't even think about it. Moreover, Myanmar naturally has the Burmese people who are in charge of their own country, which is in line with China's consistent policy. Wang Mingyu will never have any mixed thoughts. Some people can't suppress their desires once they have power, but Wang Mingyu can control them.

According to Wang Mingyu's current strength, even if he announced the founding of a country in Myanmar, it would be hard for others to say anything. This is entirely because of Wang Mingyu's own strength. Moreover, the long-term oppressed Chinese may not be able to support such a hero. As long as the support of the Chinese people, Myanmar's development will naturally be extremely rapid. But in this way, everyone will have their own troops and then build a country, so the whole China will not be in chaos?

Instead of returning to the chaotic warlord separatist situation, it is better to support a local Burma native to them as their leader. In this way, the Yunnan-Burma highway can still be used, and Myanmar is dependent on China, so there will be many convenient conditions at that time? The biggest convenience is to guard the southwest direction for China. Wang Mingyu's calculations are naturally very good.

Of course, Wang Mingyu must have seen Aung San's deeds. He just didn't care at all. Now he heard this name a little familiar. Then he was definitely not an unknown person in history, so Wang Mingyu could naturally cooperate with this person boldly. In fact, the Independence Army of Myanmar is in a very unfavorable situation at this moment. The war between China and Japan has caused the entire Myanmar to be filled with war.

This is beneficial, that is, the more chaotic their development is, the more beneficial their development is. But the bad aspects are more obvious. Myanmar's territory is so large, and the southern front is basically occupied by the Japanese army. Although the Japanese army is basically useless now, there are still Chinese expeditionary forces? As long as the Chinese expeditionary forces do not nod, they are chaotic bandits. Even if the Chinese expeditionary forces are suppressed, the people are just saying to maintain local stability.

Therefore, Angshang is now one of the first two. At this moment, they are in the north of Mandalay Mountain. In fact, there are only a few thousand people in their hands, and their weapons and equipment are also extremely backward. Aungshang is an ambitious person. As a native Burmese, he naturally hopes that Myanmar will eventually return to his own hands. The long-term suppression of the British has led to the current problems being very troublesome.

This time, the Chinese Expeditionary Force had extremely strong strength on the front line, which shocked Aung San and was also very sad. If the Chinese were reluctant to leave this time, they would not talk about development, and food and drink would become a problem. So Aung San's mood at this moment can be imagined. However, Aung San didn't know that in fact, Wang Mingyu was considering supporting him to establish the Republic of Myanmar at this time.

At this moment, in a cave in the mountainous area in the northern part of Mandalay, Aung San stood with his hands behind his back. Looking at the mountainous area of ​​Mandalay, he felt infinite emotion in his heart. His country was suffering from the destruction of various forces.

"General, according to the latest news, three Japanese divisions have been wiped out, and there is basically no suspense in the other division!" said a middle-aged man on the side.

"Haha, I didn't expect the Chinese army to be so powerful. I really don't know why such a powerful army would be occupied by the Japanese!" Aung San seemed very confused.

"According to the intelligence, this expeditionary force is currently the most powerful army in China. The leader's name is Wang Mingyu, and he has performed many good shows during the battle with the Japanese army. This time, China sent this powerful army to shock the Japanese army. Otherwise, once the Yunnan-Burma Highway is occupied by the Japanese army, China will enter a completely autistic state, which is obviously something they don't want to see." The middle-aged man said with a calm expression on his face.

Aung San shook his head and sighed, "But in this way, our living space will become smaller and smaller! It is very difficult for our Independence Army to seek a survival area in their cracks! If the Chinese Expeditionary Force goes home after the battle, then obviously the British will take advantage of the situation and we are always in a passive situation of being beaten. What I mean is that we want my troops to migrate south, so that our living space will be much larger!"

"General, the Japanese are currently controlled by the south. But now it seems that the best way is to be the best. The Japanese are already defeated. If the Chinese only want to protect their Yunnan-Burma Highway at this time, then we have a great opportunity to develop ourselves. I am afraid that China's appetite is so big." There is also a hint of worry between the middle-aged man's eyebrows.

"Isn't our current situation already like this? Is it possible that there is a worse chance? Instead of doing this, we might as well adapt. If we just stay here, we can't afford to consume it! Now our army can only eat two meals a day, and what are they eating? If this continues, we don't have to wait for others to come, and we will defeat ourselves!" Aung San seemed very helpless, and he had no way to do this.

Aung San wanted to seek support and help, but what could these thousands do in the army of hundreds of thousands or millions? Others didn't need to support so many people at all, which invisibly added a burden to them. The most important thing is that the Myanmar's Independence Army was not very strong, but very weak. Their weapons and equipment were too backward, and some people even used primitive bows and arrows.

Aung San wants Myanmar to be independent, but now there is no way. Their living space has been compressed again and again, and it is almost on the verge of collapse. Wang Mingyu is discussing with people how to contact the Myanmar Independence Army. In fact, it is very easy to contact them. The Myanmar Independence Army still doesn't know that they have been under the control of the 18th Army.

Aung San is doing the final preparations in the cave at this moment. They want to take advantage of the night to bypass Mandalay and then move south. In fact, they can't get past the road, so they won't talk about Tonggu and Ren'anqiang. Even in the right-wing defense zone, they can't pass. You know, they are not passing by a few people, and the number of people they pass by at one time is as high as thousands. How can the actions of thousands be hidden? Moreover, the secret whistle of the 18th Army has never been interrupted.

The 18th Army's secret whistle has a very wide range of defense, which is what Wang Mingyu asked. These people are specially trained and stalked. Many people are covering themselves in the grass or jungle with bunkers. Even if someone passes by, it is basically impossible to find them. These people have very strong disguise ability, and these have been trained in modern disguise.

However, just as Aung San was about to move south, Wang Mingyu and two hundred special tours had already arrived in the northern part of Mandalay Mountain. At this moment, Wang Mingyu felt that the most urgent task was to solve the problem of Myanmar. Speaking of which, Myanmar did not care too much about Wang Mingyu, but at this moment, Myanmar has become a hot commodity. Of course, Wang Mingyu could not make the Japanese and British return satisfied.

Supporting Aung San at this moment is of great significance. If the British want to regain control of Myanmar, they will focus on the Chinese government. At this moment, Wang Mingyu used the method of escape from the shell to shift the focus. Even if the British came, they would need to face the Myanmar Independence Army led by Aung San. As for how many people from the 18th Army were in the Independence Army, it is unknown. The Burmese and the Chinese look similar.

This move not only blocked the British's mouths, but also made them unreasonable. If they were just making trouble, Wang Mingyu wouldn't mind giving them a lesson. Don't always think that I'm the best in the world, and that era is gone forever. As time goes by, the whole of China has entered a state of slowly waking up. At this time, the war with the Chinese will undoubtedly make a very unwise choice. The British are just scaring Chairman Jiang.

Aung San was preparing to leave, but Wang Mingyu didn't want Aung San to leave so anxious. Although the meeting between the two was actually accidental, it was inevitable. Because Wang Mingyu needed to stay in this land for more time.

"General, there are many Chinese soldiers outside!" A soldier reported to Aung San, looking a little panicked. Although they are regular soldiers, they are not real regular soldiers after all, but they just think they are regular soldiers. Once they see the real regular soldiers, their momentum will be much weaker, and it is inevitable that this soldier will panic at this moment.

"Well? Chinese soldiers? How many people are there?" Aung San was shocked. He was about to leave. Why would there be some trouble at this time? The thing Aung San was most worried about at this moment finally came. The Chinese army must have been here to wipe out itself. Otherwise, how could they take their troops up the mountain at this time?

"Report to the general, there are about a few hundred people! They are all holding submachine guns!" The soldier wiped his sweat and said

"Damn it, why are you panic?" Aung San wanted to kick the soldier up and kick. He thought there were only a few hundred people. He had the strength of thousands of people here, and the terrain in this area was very familiar. Hundreds of people wanted to encircle and annihilate their own people? I'm afraid it was a dream. Aung San felt a little calmer.

At this time, another soldier said: "The officers of the Chinese Expeditionary Force asked to see the General, and they seemed to have important things to talk about!"

Aung San asked in confusion: "Want to see me? Could it be that he came to persuade me to surrender?"

The middle-aged man next to him said, "I think this is very likely. We are the largest armed force in this area, so they are naturally a little worried. I think the possibility of their persuasion is very high! I wonder what the general thinks?"

"Pussal to surrender? It is impossible. Our Independent Army is fighting for independence. If we surrender to them, then are we worthy of being called the Independent Army? This is obviously impossible! But since people are here, we will naturally meet. After all, the Chinese army's power on our side can cover up the sky with one hand. Instead of offending them too much, it is better to delay them temporarily." Aung San thought for a while and said.

"Well, I agree with the General's statement. Let's first see their purpose. After we figure it out, we can have a solution next, right? Please treat the guests!" The middle-aged man shouted loudly. This middle-aged man is the second-person of the Independence Army and the chief of staff of the Independence Army. He has always been Aung San's confidant general. This person's perspective on the problem is extremely comprehensive, which is why Aung San appreciates him.

Wang Mingyu came with two hundred special brigades. At this moment, there were actually not many troops in Mandalay area, which was the force of a brigade. It was mainly to maintain the stability of the Mandalay area. In fact, there were still many Burmese people in Mandalay area at this moment. Compared with the war ahead, Mandalay is still a relatively peaceful place in Myanmar. With the arrival of the Chinese Expeditionary Force, Mandalay is now considered the most developed city in Myanmar.

Wang Mingyu came this time and was originally subject to resistance from Wang Mingchuan, because Wang Mingyu only brought two hundred people to him. Although these two hundred people were masters of ten, they were not afraid of ten thousand, but they were afraid of if not? But Wang Mingyu ignored Wang Mingchuan's words at all. This negotiation with Aung San is naturally very important. If you don't go there in person, Wang Mingyu's heart is not very stable. Moreover, as the supreme commander of China, he will be sincere only when he meets.

If only a chief of staff was sent over, Aung San might not have had some little thoughts. Who can believe it at this time? Aung San can use his help to develop and strengthen himself, and then break away from him. Wang Mingyu went there to give them a fair opportunity. In fact, Wang Mingyu also knew that Myanmar would naturally be independent in the end, because this place is too important and all parties want it, so the result of balance can only be Myanmar's own independence.

Aung San stood outside the cave and watched, and saw a group of strange people coming over with full arms. Aung San would not think that Wang Mingyu could come over in person. After all, they were big shots. Logically speaking, Aung San was just a laughing bandit. But they were under the banner of the Independence Army. In fact, they just wanted to kill him, Wang Mingyu, with one finger.

"This is Aung San, the general of the Myanmar Independence Army! General Aung San, General Wang Mingyu, the commander-in-chief of the 18th Army of the Chinese Expeditionary Force!" As soon as the translator fell, Aung San's chin fell to the ground in shock.

"He? General Wang Mingyu? The commander-in-chief of the Chinese Expeditionary Force?" Aung San asked very uncertainly, and the translator nodded with certainty. This translator was found by Wang Mingyu in Mandalay. No one knew Burmese and could only be translated through translation. At the beginning, the translator was still very nervous, but after reaching the 18th Army, he found that the general was very approachable, so he was no longer nervous.

Wang Mingyu didn't find it a little funny when he looked at Aung Shan. It was like a bandit leader waiting for someone to attract help, and suddenly found that this person was Chairman Jiang. How could he not be nervous at this moment? In fact, Aung Shang had no capital except the so-called thousands of people in his hand. And Wang Mingyu wanted to destroy these people, it was just a matter of a blink of an eye.

Wang Mingyu stepped forward and stretched out his hand to shake Aung San and said, "General Aung San, I have long admired Daming!"

Aung San immediately shook his head and said, "I dare not take it, I dare not take it! Please sit in it quickly, the conditions here are a bit simple!"

Wang Mingyu said: "The conditions are simple but temporary, and everything will be fine in the future." In fact, Wang Mingyu's meaning is obvious, but Aung San sounds more and more that Wang Mingyu has something in his words. It seems that the idea of ​​Zhao An is very obvious, which is like saying that I can eat delicious food and drink spicy food with me.

Aung San Yi said with some reference: "Our Myanmar Independence Army has been fighting for Myanmar's independence. Although we are in a difficult period, I think we will eventually win."

After Wang Mingyu sat down, Aung San said this. Wang Mingyu smiled and said, "General Aung San's ambition is worthy of Wang's admiration. But fighting is not just a slogan. We China have always fought for the liberation of the nation, and I believe that the final victory will belong to us. But Myanmar is different. Myanmar faces competition between several powerful countries. To be honest, it is already difficult for you to ensure your safety."

Aung San said arrogantly: "Although this is the case, do we don't need ideals and don't need to work hard? The independence of a country is naturally extremely difficult. But if we do nothing, then there is no chance at all? I don't know what Commander-in-Chief Wang Mingyu is here to do this time? If I want to recruit us, I will express my opinion here, and we will never agree! Because what we want is true freedom!"
Chapter completed!