The Anti-Japanese War Begins with the Northeast Army

Chapter 157 Recruitment
"It's just one or two days, get it done quickly."

Jiang Cheng stood up and patted him on the shoulder. "Keep an eye on the man named Lu and make him hand over all the Chamber of Commerce's income according to the account book."

"Also, I want all the information about the wealthy family that started the riot that day - who's in their family, how much land and shops they own, and their approximate wealth. Report everything to me."

"Pingchuan and the others are still studying at the Military Academy. I will probably have to return once my marriage leave is over... Before that, we must not only issue the conscription notice as soon as possible, but also completely control our financial resources!"

"With a strong fist and a fat wallet, we don't need to be afraid of him, no matter if he is Feng Delin or the Japanese!"

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In fact, after robbing Duan Zhigui's things from Jiang Lanxuan, Cai Junheng's conscription notice has been posted at the gate.

Due to proper management and unique geographical conditions, Dapingzhuang has a dense population and is basically a small county town.

But conscription has not been smooth sailing. It seems that good men don’t join the army these days. Unless their family can’t afford to eat, who would rush to join the military camp?

In addition, Daping Village also has militia training - this is something Jiang Cheng only found out after marrying Cai Chanjuan:

The militia in Dapingzhuang was not actually under the management of the Cai family, but was rather a private armed force formed by wealthy households gathered together by the Chamber of Commerce.

There are about 2 to 300 people. Although their combat effectiveness cannot be compared with that of regular troops, they are all young and strong.

Once all of them can be expanded into the 2nd Regiment, Jiang Cheng is confident that he will be able to train a powerful force in time.

"I want to meet the leader of this regiment."

Jiang Cheng said to Chief of Staff Yang Ping, "It would be best if there could be a peaceful transition. Otherwise, do we have to start another fight?"

Yang Ping rubbed his chin and said, "I think we should let the man surnamed Lu handle this matter. Anyway, his daughter will be married in half a day."

Cai Yuanzong and Lu Caixia's wedding was scheduled for two days later. Although it was a bit hasty, they now had plenty of money.

Moreover, Jiang Cheng and Cai Chanjuan had done the work before, so many things needed for the wedding were already available.

"Ah."

Jiang Cheng nodded, took the account book from Luo Zhengyang and looked through it, "Are all the shops in the market open successfully? Don't put away the harvested grain, keep half of the salt for yourself, and transfer the rest to Mr. Lu at the original price."

"Also, ask him to give me a complete list of the Japanese stores in the market, including detailed information about Sonoda who came to give birth to Trini's child that day."

After giving the instructions one by one, Jiang Cheng closed the account book and returned it to Luo Zhengyang. "Also, the four gates of the village must be strictly guarded. Captain Liu called early in the morning and said that the Japanese in Xinshi Village are moving north again and are getting closer and closer to us."

He immediately stood at attention and saluted, then turned around and trotted out the door.

Just as he left Jiang Cheng's office, Ye Hai, wearing a new military uniform and carrying a gun, walked in with a smile on his face.

Behind them was Trini, with her head covered and her face covered, holding their son in her arms.

"Master Jiang!"

They saluted him in a formal manner, and as soon as Jiang Cheng turned his gaze away, the couple was about to kneel again.

"Again? Is it possible that you can't change this habit of yours or what?"

Jiang Cheng put down the documents in his hand and stood up, cursing, "Damn it, if you kneel again I'll be mad!"

"Master Jiang, please don't say that. Our family would like to thank you very much."

As Trini spoke, she bowed down with tears in her eyes, "If you hadn't saved us, my child and I would have died!"

Seeing that what she said was sincere, Jiang Cheng felt warm in his heart. He smiled knowingly and went forward to help them up. "Alright, alright, from now on, you are all members of our 2nd Regiment. Don't talk about saving lives anymore!" "My Xiaojuan was pregnant. I saw her that day. How could I not care? And you, too. Your wife hasn't even finished her confinement yet. Why are you in such a hurry to come here?"

Ye Hai scratched his head and smiled innocently: "I just wanted my wife and children to thank you as well... and this baby doesn't have a name yet. I heard that Master Jiang is a learned man, so I want you to give him a name."

"Hey? You, as the father, won't let me get up so I can get up?"

Having said that, Jiang Cheng knew very well that naming was a serious matter, and he would always look for someone who was highly respected or admired.

The fact that this couple came to me shows that they truly respect me.

Jiang Cheng lowered his eyebrows and looked at the delicate face of the little baby in his arms, and said with a smile: "I think we should call him Shengshi."

When this child reaches the age of thirty, he will be able to witness a peaceful and prosperous era for China.

"Hey, that's a nice name."

After thanking Jiang Cheng repeatedly, Cui Ni did not forget to reveal her husband's past, "This is much better than the one you brought up, Yougen Fugen!"

"Why does having a root and a blessing sound bad..."

Ye Hai's face flushed, and he quickly added, "By the way, Master Jiang, I heard from others that you are still hiring people?"

Jiang Cheng looked at him and said, "Yes, I do. All year round. So, do you have anyone who wants to join my team?"

"Yes, there are many people in Erliangou who want to find a job. It would be best if they could serve in the army right here, so they can be close to home... and still have time to plant and harvest crops!"

Ye Hai readily agreed, "Master Jiang, if you need someone, let's go back in a day or two and call all the brothers over!"

This feeling is good.

Jiang Cheng's eyes lit up: If we can recruit local soldiers, it would be the best; they are good commanders of a village, and the relatives are so close that even if one of them is injured, the remaining soldiers will be able to fight back.

Furthermore, local conscription has the advantages he mentioned. During wars, they are soldiers, and when they are not training, they are the labor force, farming, harvesting food, building houses and doing construction work.

"If you have suitable candidates, please introduce them to me...Mr. Jiang, I will pay you five dollars a month, and if you go on business trips or work, you will also get bonuses!"

Upon hearing this, Ye Hai couldn't close his mouth: "Master, your words count. I'll call someone for you right now!"

After saying this, he turned around and ran away without even caring about his wife and children, jumping and skipping so hard that he almost tripped at the door.

"Ouch, slow down!"

Cui Ni carried the child and tried to chase after him, but it was impossible for her to catch up with him. As soon as she went out of the door, he had already disappeared.

However, just as he turned around to say goodbye to Jiang Cheng, he looked up and saw a beautiful woman being supported by someone to walk in.

When Jiang Cheng saw that it was Cai Chanjuan and Chunyan, he was surprised and happy and was about to greet them with a smile, but the first moment he saw that her face looked strange.

Oh no, my wife must have misunderstood.

Jiang Cheng quickly winked at Cui Ni, and walked forward to help his wife with a smile: "Look, this person is just a pushover. He just mentioned to your husband that my wife is pregnant, and look...he's here already?"

After stealing a glance at her expression and seeing that she had recovered a little, Jiang Cheng quickly said, "You didn't even tell me before you came! I could have asked someone to pick you up..."

"Look, you must be exhausted from the journey, right?"

Cai Chanjuan glanced at Cui Ni again, then smiled and said, "I mentioned it, can you still let me do it? Look at these clothes and shirts, no one washed them for you, you look like a mud monkey in them, change them quickly and I'll wash them for you."

(End of this chapter)