The Republic of China: A Letter of Appointment Creates the Most Powerful Warlord

"Last week, the Silla rebels launched their third counterattack. Although they didn't achieve much in the battle, their spirit of resistance has inspired many citizens. According to news from the front, the rebel ranks are still growing, and their number has exceeded 10,000!"

"Three days ago, the Fengtian Army officially established the Fengtian Military Academy, aiming to train a new generation of elite officers. Zhang Liuzi and a group of young masters all enrolled in the first class."

"Yesterday, the remaining generals of the Duan faction had a brief contact with the Min Prefecture warlords in the south. Xu Zhenlin personally went there, and there may be intentions of a comeback."

"At the end of last month, Lu Yongxiang, a former warlord of the Duan faction, switched sides and joined the Feng faction, completely breaking with the Duan faction and becoming the new governor of Zhijiang Province!"

"The day before yesterday, the diplomatic team sent by the Beiyang government failed in negotiations at an overseas peace conference, causing an uproar. Yesterday, students from universities across Beijing boycotted classes and took to the streets to protest. The public outrage was difficult to contain!"

In the Qizhou Public Office, Zhang Ye sat behind his desk, quietly listening to the news from all sides sent by the intelligence personnel.

When he learned that many students from Jingcheng University participated in the march, his expression changed slightly. He turned to look at Fang Yu beside him and explained.

"This news must be blocked. Do not spread it within the three provinces of Donglu. Regarding the ownership of Qin Island, what those foreigners say does not count."

"If Sakura Country dares to take over Hans Country's transfer, there's no need to continue cooperating. Let's go to war directly!"

"I fought so hard to conquer this territory, and they just take it away. Do they think my independence army is just a decoration?"

"Okay, Marshal!"

Fang Yu stood up and nodded, then suggested with a little hesitation.

"Marshal, since we are preparing for a fight, can you give us a heads-up?"

"These students are causing chaos right now, and they're scolding all the warlords across the country. Since we want to be tough guys, why don't we try to gain some popularity now?"

"No need. People in this world are not fools, and we are not seeking fame. There is no need to stand out at this time."

Zhang Ye shook his head and rejected his suggestion.

When dealing with that group of scholars, sincerity is the killer skill. If you publicize it in advance, you will get a bad reputation.

"Marshal, here's another invitation from the Eagle Sauce side, inviting you to Shanghai to attend their charity dinner."

Lu Shan came in from outside and handed over a gold-embossed invitation.

Zhang Ye, who was feeling a little irritated, tilted his head, glanced at him, and sneered.

"These foreign devils are holding a charity dinner in our Daxia territory? Who are they donating to?"

"They said they were donating some basic daily necessities to the defeated countries to help the elderly and children there overcome their current difficulties."

Lu Shan looked at the introduction above and responded with a frown.

"Fuck that!" Upon hearing this, Zhang Ye instantly flew into a rage, slamming the table and snatching the invitation, tearing it into pieces. "There are countless poor and hungry people in our Great Xia country, and you're organizing a charity dinner at this time to donate money to others and even inviting us to attend!"

"These foreigners really know how to have fun!"

"Just take sides." Fang Yu said softly with a faint smile in his eyes, "The university students started the march yesterday, and they're holding a charity dinner right away. What's the meaning of this? Isn't it just a clear way of asking the domestic warlords to take sides?"

"Just look at these people, do they care about the common people or the financial backers behind them!"

"Anyone who dares to attend this banquet will be cursed by millions of people!"

"Fuck that!" Zhang Ye still couldn't suppress the anger in his body. He turned around and asked, "When does their dinner party start?"

"Saturday in four days!"

Lu Shan replied.

"Arrange a special train to Shanghai!" Zhang Ye made a split-second decision, pointing at everyone and saying solemnly, "Four days later, we'll also hold a charity dinner, bigger than theirs, with more attendees!"

"Hiss..." Fang Yu's scalp tingled when he heard this. He felt that this was a bit rash. However, when he saw the Marshal's stern face, he didn't dare to refute him. He just asked in a low voice: "In what name are we doing this?"

"Assist college students nationwide and provide these children with sufficient funds for extracurricular activities and a comfortable learning environment!"

Zhang Ye said firmly.

He just wanted to challenge those foreigners to a duel, and at the same time, he also wanted to see who were the blind people who dared to go to the charity dinner across the street!

He doesn't care about the secret contacts with foreigners in normal times, but when the critical moment comes, he hopes that those people can open their eyes, find their own position based on their conscience!

"This, I'm afraid it's not appropriate..."

Fang Yu was a little overwhelmed by his bold remarks.

Donating to charity is a good thing, but your name is too offensive.

What does it mean to "provide students with adequate funding for extracurricular activities"?

Isn't this clearly encouraging them to march, make things worse, and go on strike and suspend classes?

If it were just a suspension of classes, it would be fine, but think about why these people were marching in public? They were dissatisfied with the outcome of the peace talks, so they resorted to this desperate measure.

If we give support at this time, wouldn't that mean we are standing against all foreign forces and the warlords supported by them?

Good man, if you don't make a sound, you will make a big splash. This saying makes the Marshal understand it to the fullest.

Either keep silent or stand directly against everyone and give them the middle finger!

This kind of courage is really rare in the world!

"There's nothing wrong with that. Just do as I say."

Zhang Ye is already angry and he doesn't care about so many things. Whoever makes him unhappy will be made unable to sleep well.

At worst, we can just break up and start fighting!

News has come from the First Shipyard that their first batch of cruisers will be launched in two months at most.

Why are those foreign devils so arrogant? It’s just because they have a few warships to back them up and can blockade the sea at any time.

Just wait, when Zhang Ye’s warship is launched, we must drive those bastards out of the Daxia waters as soon as possible. If they dare to take a step forward, we will beat them to death!

"No need to send invitations to anyone, just send a direct message to the entire nation. In four days, Zhang Ye of the Independence Army will hold Daxia's first charity dinner in Shanghu. Elites from all walks of life are welcome to attend and raise funds for our descendants, nephews, and patriots!"

If you want to play it big, don't worry about how much money you can raise. Just build up the momentum first.

"This has been on the front page of the three provinces of East Shandong for four consecutive days, just to promote this matter!"

"I just want to take this opportunity to see how many people really want to save the country!"