Shanghai: The First Warlord of the Republic of China

He asked the guard for a cup of tea and a box of cigars.

Zhang Hanqing's cigars are all imported from abroad and are all high-end products.

It has to be said that although Ye Yunfei is also in a high position now, he is far from comparable to Zhang Hanqing in terms of enjoyment.

Everything Zhang Hanqing uses is top-notch.

Even the cups used for drinking tea are made of jade.

So, he waited while enjoying Zhang Hanqing's high-end goods.

This wait lasted more than an hour.

More than an hour later, Zhang Hanqing finally walked out of the conference room.

Zhang Hanqing walked out of the conference room looking tired and his face was a little pale.

It can be seen that the discussion was very intense, which made his mental state not very good.

Ye Yunfei looked at Zhang Hanqing and said, "Hanqing, you're out. Thank you for your hard work."

Zhang Hanqing didn't expect Ye Yunfei to be waiting for him at the door of the conference room. He asked, "Brother Ye, when did you come?"

Ye Yunfei said, "I've only been here for over an hour."

Zhang Hanqing said, "It seems that you are also very concerned about the results of our Northeast Army's discussion. You even came to the door of the conference room to wait in person."

Ye Yunfei said: "Of course, this is an important matter concerning our cooperation, and it concerns the future of the Northeast Army and Longmen."

"To some extent, it even concerns the future of the entire Republic of China. How can I not take it seriously?"

Zhang Hanqing nodded: "Indeed, this matter not only concerns our two families, but also the entire Republic of China."

“It is indeed extraordinary.”

Ye Yunfei said: "I don't know, Han Qing, what did you discuss with the elders of the Northeast Army, and what was the result."

Zhang Hanqing said, "Let's go to the living room and talk. Let me have a drink of water. We have been discussing this for more than a day and I am exhausted."

"Ah."

Ye Yunfei nodded.

Then, they went to the living room.

In the living room, Zhang Hanqing drank two full glasses of water before looking at Ye Yunfei and said, "Brother Ye, after discussions within our Northeast Army, we can agree that all members of the Northeast Army will join your Longmen."

"However, we have two conditions. As long as you agree to these two conditions, there will be no problem."

Ye Yunfei said: "What are the conditions? You tell me."

Zhang Hanqing said: "First, after the Northeast Army joins Longmen, I will still be the commander of the Northeast Army. People from Longmen cannot interfere in the internal affairs of our Northeast Army. The affairs of our Northeast Army still have to be decided by me."

"Of course, after joining Longmen, we will obey Longmen's orders, but we have to handle the internal affairs of the Northeast Army ourselves."

Ye Yunfei nodded and said, "That's no problem. Everything within the Northeast Army is up to you to decide. I won't interfere."

"You are still the commander-in-chief of the Northeastern Army, and your status will not change."

There are so many people in the Northeast Army and so many internal affairs. Ye Yunfei is too lazy to take care of the Northeast Army's affairs and just lets Zhang Hanqing take care of it.

He only needed the Northeast Army and Zhang Hanqing to obey his orders.

Those small matters can be left to them to solve on their own.

After hearing Ye Yunfei's agreement, Zhang Hanqing nodded and said, "There is also a second condition, which is that our Northeast Army must return to the Northeast, and the three northeastern provinces will still be controlled by our Northeast Army."

"The Northeast is our home after all, so we hope to return to the Northeast. As long as these two conditions are met, it will be fine."

In fact, he had already thought of the second condition mentioned by Zhang Hanqing.

Zhang Hanqing and the Northeast Army have always wanted to return to the Northeast.

Now that they have joined Longmen, they definitely hope to go back.

Moreover, Ye Yunfei had mentioned this to Zhang Hanqing before.

Therefore, after Zhang Hanqing said this, he immediately said: "No problem, you Northeast Army can return to the Northeast, and the three northeastern provinces are still under your control, just like before."

"I can agree to both of these conditions."

Zhang Hanqing nodded and said, "If that's the case, then we have no problem and can join Longmen."

Ye Yunfei said: "You have stated your two conditions. I also have one condition for you Northeast Army. You must agree to this one condition alone."

Zhang Hanqing said: "Tell me, what are the conditions?"

Ye Yunfei said: "The Northeast Army can control the Northeast, and the internal affairs of the Northeast Army are also decided by you. However, the Northeast Army as a whole must obey Longmen's orders."

"In other words, the Northeast Army must follow Longmen's orders on any major event in Longmen."

Ye Yunfei stated his request.

Since it is a annexation, the Northeast Army must of course obey Longmen's orders, otherwise, what is the point of the annexation.

Zhang Hanqing said: "Of course there is no problem with this. We know the rules. Since we have joined Longmen, we will definitely follow Longmen's orders."

"Don't worry about that."

Ye Yunfei nodded and said, "If that's the case, then there's nothing else to do."

"We can prepare for the annexation. When the time comes, you should release a message in the name of the Northeastern Army, saying that the Northeastern Army has joined Longmen. Also, report the current number of people, weapons and equipment, and other specific information of the Northeastern Army."

"Then you can go back to the Northeast."

Zhang Hanqing said, "Okay, I'll have my men prepare these things right away, it shouldn't take long."

Ye Yunfei said: "How about this, a week should be enough. We will spend a week to complete the merger."

"Within a week, everything will be handled."

Zhang Hanqing said: "No problem, a week should be enough."

Ye Yunfei said: "Okay, I will go back to the Northeast now and send someone over to discuss the details of the merger with your people."

"Once everything is settled, you can just take the Northeast Army back to the Northeast."

"Ok."

Zhang Hanqing nodded.

Ye Yunfei said: "Then I will go first. Han Qing, my people will be here soon."

"We are all family now. If you have any questions, you can tell me at any time. Of course, if you need any help, you can also tell me at any time. The Northeast Army now belongs to Longmen, and Longmen will certainly fully support the development of the Northeast Army."

"Whether it's weapons and equipment, military training, or anything else, you can bring it up."

After the Northeast Army was incorporated into Longmen, it was also considered the armed force of Longmen.

Therefore, developing the Northeast Army means developing Longmen’s own strength.

As long as Zhang Hanqing asked, he would certainly do his best to help.

Zhang Hanqing said: "There is nothing I can help you with for now. Let's talk about it after the merger is completed."

"Let's deal with the merger first."

Ye Yunfei nodded: "Alright, I'll leave then. I'll wait for you in the Northeast..."