On the afternoon of July 7, Indian Air Force Commander Wandal committed suicide by pilling a gun at his residence in New Delhi...

Once the news was released, it immediately became the focus of major media around the world. For a moment, there were many different opinions about the cause of Wandal's death. Some people believed that Wandal committed suicide because of his great defeat in the morning, some people believed that Wandal was forced to death by Santos, and some people believed that Wandal was assassinated.

About an hour and a half before India's n-1bn TV station reported the relevant news, Ji Youguo learned the news from the Military Intelligence Bureau and the Foreign Information Bureau. With his keen intuition, Ji Youguo immediately realized that Wandal's suicide by swallowing a gun was definitely not isolated time together.

The Air Force Commander is not a small person, and his sudden suicide must be related to the conflicts in India.

Wang Yuanqing came to the study, put down several state documents, and said, "Chief, Director Pan Yunsheng is here."

"Pan Yunsheng of the Military Intelligence Bureau?" Ji Youguo immediately raised his head.

Wang Yuanqing nodded. Among the important members he knew, there was only one named Pan Yunsheng.

"It's time to come, please invite him in."

Two minutes later, a middle-aged man who looked only in his forties walked into the study.

He is Pan Yunsheng, director of the Military Intelligence Bureau. He is fifty-three years old and is in charge of the rank of lieutenant general. His fair and smooth facial skin makes him look much younger than his actual age. Only by carefully observing the rough hands can he see his actual age. For five years, Pan Yunsheng has been in charge of work at the Northwest Physics Experiment Center. The affairs of the Military Intelligence Bureau have been handed over to several deputy directors and directors of various departments. As the best intelligence "practice" in the Republic, Pan Yunsheng's experience is a legendary novel. No matter what, no one in the outside world knows his true identity, and few people even know his appearance.

"Xiao Pan, when did you arrive in Beijing?"

"Just just got off the plane." Pan Yunsheng casually put his coat on the chair. "I heard from Lao Peng that several major events have happened during this period. I took the time to come back and take a look."

"You don't know Lao Peng's personality? A big thing. He can blow it to heaven." Ji Youguo personally made tea for Pan Yunsheng. "It's no big deal. South Asia was pounded by the United States. India was ready to attack Pakistan. We had to come forward to persuade the fight."

“Is the fight fierce?”

Ji Youguo shook his head and asked, "Is it okay over the experimental center?"

"The first phase of research will end within the year. Samples can be taken out at the beginning of next year. Preliminary estimates. The performance of the new product is 20 to 25% higher than that of the existing products. The second phase of research will be launched at the beginning of next year. The main focus is polymer composite materials and special alloys. I am back this time. I want to ask the head of state for instructions. The preparations for the second phase of research will take two to three months. Can you take this opportunity to give a long holiday to the scientific researchers in the experimental center?"

Ji Youguo was stunned and immediately laughed. "You must have agreed, right?"

"This..." Pan Yunsheng showed an embarrassing smile. "Most of the scientific researchers in the experimental center are young and middle-aged backbones, either already having a family or reaching the age of starting a family. They have been in the Northwest for five years and dedicated their youth to the motherland. If they do not consider their personal problems, it would be too unkind."

"You are right. They have contributed everything to the country and the nation. The country cannot be sorry for them." Ji Youguo picked up the cigarette and took advantage of the opportunity to light the cigarette and quickly thought about it. "We can let them take a family leave, but we can't take it together. After all, the research work must continue. If everyone runs away, who will do research? Organized, disciplined, and batches of family leave. In addition, you must make arrangements for safety and confidentiality."

"I understand this, I will arrange it." Pan Yunsheng knew that the head of state meant to send agents to closely monitor and protect secretly.

"When will the second phase of research produce results?" Ji Youguo mentioned key issues.

"With the results of the first phase, the second phase research will be more smooth. However, the second phase research is much more difficult. Judging from the information I have mastered, it will take three to five years."

"You write a detailed report and hand it over to me as soon as possible."

"The report has been written." Pan Yunsheng took out a document from the briefcase he carried with him and placed it in front of Ji Youguo. "This is a detailed report on the main projects, schedules, problem solving, and final results of the second phase of research. I am just a postman responsible for sending letters, and I can't write such scientific papers."

"Is that true?" Ji Youguo also became interested when he heard that it was his daughter's report.

"The other thing is research funding."

"The second phase of research fund?" Ji Youguo looked at Pan Yunsheng.

The Director of Intelligence nodded and said, "Several major projects have been established and the expert group is approving it, so it is best to allocate funds by the end of this year, at the latest, but at the beginning of next year."

"I personally discuss this with Pang Xinglong and will give you an answer as soon as possible."

Pan Yunsheng nodded and said nothing more.

Ji Youguo flipped through the documents and said, "Now, there is something I want to hear from you."

"What's the matter?" Pan Yunsheng picked up the cigarette on the table casually, as if this was his office.

"A few hours ago, the Indian Air Force commander committed suicide at home."

"I've seen this news on the plane." Pan Yunsheng lit a cigarette without a trace of shock. "Does the Head of State want to ask me, what does this have to do with the domestic situation in India?"

Ji Youguo immediately laughed, indicating that this is exactly what he meant.

"Although I don't know the domestic situation in India, I have been paying attention to the direction of the India-Pakistan war these days." When discussing professional issues, Pan Yunsheng seemed very serious. "Wandar's suicide is definitely not an isolated incident. After five days of fighting, India failed to gain an advantage on the battlefield, and even lost air supremacy in Kashmir. The ground forces deployed in the border areas have not yet been able to move forward. Santos must have been questioned by the opposition and even the Congress party. In addition, he is just an interim prime minister, the opposition voices are even stronger."

"You mean, Wandal is just a scapegoat for Santos?"

Pan Yunsheng nodded slightly. "Someone must be responsible for the failure. Santos is unwilling to take this responsibility, so he naturally has to find someone to take responsibility for him."

Ji Youguo touched his chin and started thinking quickly.

"Maybe, Santos is under threat of impeachment."

"I thought of this a long time ago." Ji Youguo stood up and walked back and forth in the room. "Successfully defeated, the support rate of the Congress ruling coalition would definitely plummet. In order to maintain the position of the ruling party, the Congress is likely to sacrifice Santos. In order to get a respite, it is necessary to divert the public's attention, and Wandal became a victim of the political struggle. In any case, Santos will try to end the war as soon as possible. The question is, will Santos step down?"

"At least, we won't step down in the short term." Pan Yunsheng also stood up, "In addition, we have to consider another possibility."

Ji Youguo was slightly shocked and stopped. "You are talking about Santos preparing to deal with the opposition?"

Pan Yunsheng nodded, knowing that Ji Youguo had figured it out, he didn't say it clearly.

After hesitating for a moment, Ji Youguo picked up the phone on the table. "Xiao Wang, contact Peng Maobang and Zhao Rundong and let them come over immediately."

Half an hour later, Peng Maobang and Zhao Rundong arrived at the head of state one after another.

When they saw Pan Yunsheng, the two generals were a little surprised. Obviously they didn't know that Pan Yunsheng was back.

"I have already discussed it with Xiao Pan, and I want to hear your opinions." Ji Youguo said, dispersing cigarettes to the two generals.

"It may be that this kind of thing, but I think..." Zhao Rundong shook his head and did not continue.

"The key is how we should deal with it." Peng Maobang bypassed the problem and mentioned the key points. "Xiao Pan's analysis is very reasonable. The crushing defeat of the Indian Navy and Air Force caused Santos to encounter a crisis of trust, and even within the Congress party, there are people who are dissatisfied with him. Regardless of whether Santos can maintain the position of interim prime minister or not, we must figure out what we can do and what we should do."

"Our actions will definitely have an impact on the domestic situation in India." After saying that, Zhao Rundong looked at Ji Youguo.

Ji Youguo is also considering this issue.

"If we strengthen the offensive, it will prompt Santos to step down." Pan Yunsheng put forward his point. "If we remain unmoved, Santos will have a chance to breathe and free up his hands to solve domestic problems."

Zhao Rundong sighed and said, "For us, quick battles and quick decisions are the most beneficial. Letting Santos step down may be the best way to end the war."

"The newly appointed prime minister may not necessarily cease to fight immediately." Peng Maobang put forward different opinions.

"There is another possibility that we did not consider it." Jiyouguo glanced at the three of them. "Santos is likely to transfer domestic contradictions outward and use India's nationalist sentiment to ensure his status."

As soon as these words were said, Zhao Rundong and Pan Yunsheng changed their color first, and Peng Maobang quickly understood.

"A man who dares to start a war is definitely an ambitious man." Ji Yuguo picked up a cigarette. "Santos' past life experience shows that as a side branch of the Gandhi-Nehru family, he is not willing to act as a green leaf of selfless dedication. Judging from the purpose of Santos's war, he must have wanted to use the war to consolidate his position in the family and the Congress. What would he do if someone threatened his position?"

"However, Santos's connections in India, especially in the army, are far less than those in Rahul Gandhi." Zhao Rundong put forward his insights.

"Since the Gandhi-Nehru family has a Santos ambition, who can guarantee that there will be no ambitions in the Indian army?" Ji Youguo smiled faintly and said, "Don't forget the role of the United States. The Gandhi family has always pursued a pro-Russian policy, and the military-industrial enterprises controlled by them have close ties with Russia. If Rahul Gandhi comes to power, they will definitely adjust their foreign policy, improve their relations with Russia, and even take the initiative to make friends with us, so as to gain some time for peaceful development for India. In this case, how can the interests of the United States be realized?"

"If the United States joins hands with Santos, Gandhi will be in danger." Pan Yunsheng smiled and shook his head.

"The key is what should we do?" Zhao Rundong brought back the topic.

"Do nothing," Ji Youguo paid special attention to the expression of the Minister of Defense, "to respond to changes with the same change. Santos and Gandhi fought, no matter who wins, we are the winners."

Zhao Rundong was secretly shocked. These words showed that Ji Youguo did not seem to want Santos to step down!
Chapter completed!