"Of course, every mountaineer in the Meiguang Autonomous Region actually does not like growing opium poppies and producing opium. The reason why they have a notorious dark history is for two reasons. One is the coercion and inducement of local bandits and bully landlords, and the other is the coercion and inducement of local bandits and bully landlords.

One is that they are forced to have no choice but to survive for themselves and their families."

"Now, the reason why we dare to shovel opium poppies and ban opium here is because of the scientific planning of the yamen and the support of the real economy. Water conservancy is being developed here to reclaim wasteland, and the combination of farming and animal husbandry has increased the income of the mountain people.

Eat well and wear warm clothes. In addition, the autonomous region government is also vigorously promoting infrastructure construction, building hospitals, power plants, schools, etc. You can visit and take photos everywhere."

"As long as the mountain people here can have enough food and clothing, no one will plant or produce opium. If we want to put an end to this phenomenon, the final solution is how to develop the local farming economy. We have the deepest understanding of this."

Experience, and a lot of experience.”

"..."

Among the interviewers sitting in these newspaper offices was Ms. Liu Yufang from Shanghai Ruijun Academy.

She is curious and fresh about everything here. As the main person in charge of the Alliance and the Restoration Association, she has received far more information than others.

Of course, she came to Meiguang Autonomous Region not only to conduct cultural exchanges as a society, but also to have a special mission.

The special base area of ​​Chen Tianhua, a paradise on earth, has attracted more and more attention from all walks of life and various groups and forces.

The so-called press conference is very simple, that is, to make a show and expand the social influence of the autonomous region.

It lasted about more than an hour.

Leaving the administrative center of the press conference and walking about 500 meters to the central square, a stage is being set up. Starting at 7:30 in the evening, there will be a Shaoxing literary opera performance, with all the actors being girls.

The so-called Shaoxing literary opera is the predecessor of "Yue Opera" in later generations.

In the evening, the stage had been set up, and the local electrician brought in electric lights to light up the entire stage. Such conditions were not available in many towns in the Qing Dynasty. I did not expect that there would be such good conditions in this mountain depression.

The central square is very wide. Tens of thousands of local people came to the square early to seize the space. The scene was very spectacular. Many newspaper reporters raised their cameras and took pictures.

Luo Erhu's Military Police Corps dispatched two squadrons of about 300 soldiers to maintain order at the scene for fear of safety incidents.

There are many guests and visits.

The organizer's Government Affairs Committee does not mind the number and size of the visitors. As long as they are willing to come, they will be taken care of.

Free fruits, mountain spring water, free food and accommodation, and luxurious official chariot transportation, the treatment is first-class.

Regardless of their position here, all invited out-of-town guests sit on the benches in the front row of the stage. Liu Yufang followed Zheng Kun, deputy director of the Political Affairs Commission, to the second row and took a seat.

Zheng Kun is in charge of the region’s foreign investment promotion and cultural exchanges.

A group of officers wearing New Army civilian uniforms came here. Not only did the military police on duty saluted these people, but many men, women and children nearby also stood up to say hello to them.

These people were very friendly, smiling and greeting everyone in the local language as they walked.

Many foreign guests could guess that high-level figures from the Meiguang Autonomous Region must have arrived, and judging from this situation, they seemed to have gained the respect and love of the local people.

"They are the third mixed association of the New Army in Zhejiang Province in the autonomous region. They had a cooperative relationship with us at the beginning, but now they have become our protectors, and everyone has become one."

Zheng Kun was full of passion and said firmly:

"They help us eradicate poppies, ban opium, invest in building factories, set up water conservancy projects to reclaim wasteland, and help the mountain people have enough food and clothing. They have electric lights at home, children go to school, and they can be treated in hospitals when they get sick. So, in

In the hearts of us local people, they are gods and Buddhas!"

Having won the hearts and minds of the people by an army, Liu Yufang felt more and more that this was a shame for the Manchu Dynasty.

She knew very well that all this was due to her extremely smart sworn brother Chen Tianhua.

Suddenly, she found that everyone around her stood up.

She hurriedly turned around and saw a young man in his mid-twenties, wearing military uniform, walking over, followed by five burly men.

Liu Yufang recognized who it was at a glance. She suddenly had the illusion that he was a general walking in the flames of war and gunpowder smoke. His solid steps, broad mind, and strong body were as calm as a mountain, making people feel

Feel very safe.

This is the king of all here!

Not only Liu Yufang thought so, but most of the guests present thought so, and they all had the same feeling.

The tough officers around him stood at attention and raised their hands in salute. The awe on their faces was not fake.

The young man raised his hand and returned the military salute.

Zheng Kun whispered to Liu Yufang:

"Ms. Liu, this is Mr. Chen Tianhua, the commander-in-chief of the Third Association. He is a very great hero. You will know if you pay close attention to him."

Chen Tianhua.

This name is so kind and familiar. Who would have thought that he also has another name called Chen Tugen.

Seeing her foster brother walking towards her, she immediately stood up excitedly.

"Hello, Miss Liu, welcome to visit the autonomous region." Chen Tianhua pretended to be meeting ordinary friends.

Liu Yufang followed Western social etiquette and stretched out her delicate hand. Chen Tianhua gently held her hand, lowered his head and kissed her.

His generous palms were filled with warmth and strength.

"I've heard about General Chen for a long time. I'm glad to see you!"

Liu Yulao seemed a little afraid to look at him. His aggressive and bright eyes made him look at him with admiration after three days apart.

Where is the trace of Chen Tugen from back then on him now?

…

When the play was about to end, Liao Yunpeng came on stage and announced that the second unit of the Huaikan Thermal Power Plant in the autonomous region would officially generate electricity at 0:00 tonight. This news naturally aroused enthusiastic responses from the people present.

This means that electricity covers at least these two central towns and every household can be electrified.

Compared to a few years ago, life today is completely different.

Many elderly people have tears streaming down their faces. If they can see their children and grandchildren well fed and clothed, with lights and telephones at home, this life will be worth living.

…

A few days later, news reports about the Meiguang Autonomous Region were published in many domestic and foreign newspapers. The long report caused reprinting by all newspapers and caused huge repercussions at home and abroad.

In addition, the living conditions of the local people have also made the gentry in the surrounding areas where opium poppies are still cultivated and opium produced have deep thoughts.
Chapter completed!