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

A week later, Zhang Ye toured the capital with everyone else and got to know many middle and high-level military officers from various factions.

Especially under the leadership of Lao Huang, they got to know all the logistics leaders of the Duan system and managed to bring back millions of military supplies.

Zhang Ye was quite satisfied with the result. At least he didn't lose much on this trip to the capital. Although he spent some money on food, drink and entertainment, the supplies he got in return were enough to equip two regiments.

With this batch of equipment support, he planned to expand three regiments when he returned to resist the upcoming factional disputes.

"Chao Rong, President Xu will soon ascend to the presidency. This could be a big deal or a small one. It might even cause some unrest."

Before leaving, Huang Weize pulled him to an empty corner and gave him instructions.

"Fushui County is extremely important. I heard that the Feng faction has begun to send reinforcements there. You must hold on and not move."

"Don't worry, teacher. I know what's going on."

Zhang Ye nodded when he heard this, but he had his own plans in mind.

It is true that he now belongs to the Duan faction, but if he is asked to fight a civil war with his life, this guy will definitely not be willing to do so.

Therefore, as long as there are signs of civil war between the Duan and Feng factions, this kid will definitely run faster than anyone else, heading straight to Donglu Province to seize the base.

Just cut off the source of Lao Duan’s troubles and take over his lair first.

What traitor? Who is the traitor!?

Zhang Ye had his own explanation. He was not afraid of fighting or death, but he just didn't want to join Duan Xi and associate with the thieves from Sakura Country.

As for the equipment you got, they were all given to you for free, so don’t miss out!

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At four o'clock in the afternoon of that day, after a bumpy journey, Zhang Ye returned to Jingshan County as he wished.

At that time, Fang Yu and others had already received the news in advance and were waiting for his return at the office.

Although Zhang Ye is not at home these days, all affairs are still progressing in an orderly manner, especially at the mine. After the implementation of the 24-hour shift system, the daily output has stabilized. If it continues at this rate, it is estimated that the mining will be completed in less than half a year.

This situation couldn't be better for the current situation.

After all, after the battle with Mo Tianhua, the relationship between the Feng and Duan factions became increasingly tense.

By the time the new president ascends the throne, the friendly relations between the two factions will have come to an end, and by then, war may be imminent at any time.

They still need to increase their ability to resist risks as soon as possible.

"Oh, they're all here."

As soon as he got off the bus, Zhang Ye saw the neatly arranged team in front of him and said with a smile.

"Did you receive the things from the capital?"

"Report to the commander, received!"

Chang Rui has been stationed in Jingshan County during this period, and he is responsible for receiving and counting the supplies issued by the Duan faction.

"A total of three reorganized regiments of equipment, weapons and ammunition are very sufficient."

"Okay, okay, hide the things first. I will be very useful."

Zhang Ye nodded happily, and kept sighing in his heart that there were still people above him who could get things done quickly.

If it were an ordinary person, this batch of equipment would not be delivered without going through a process of one or two months. Even if it could be delivered, they would all be junk and just to fool people.

"Apart from the bandits attacking the city, is there anything else going on these days?"

"Mr. County Mayor, everything is normal and nothing has happened."

As the deputy county magistrate, Fang Yu’s daily job is to integrate the work items of various departments and visit the people below.

After such a long investigation, it seems that the people in Jingshan and Fushui counties are relatively satisfied with the various measures taken by the county government.

In their words, life is now very good. There is no oppression from landlords and rich people, and no hooligans causing trouble. The money they earn every day can be put into their own pockets to support their families.

They had never dared to imagine such a day before.

"In Donglu, fifteen newspaper offices are already ready and will open for business tomorrow to distribute their first issue. Newspaper offices in other counties and cities are also urgently preparing, and we estimate they will all be open for business in another week."

Fang Yu compiled the progress of each matter into a document, handed it to him, and reported.

"Also, the spies we sent out a while ago have successfully taken root across the country. Contact signals have been established, and they will gradually infiltrate the area. They should be able to play an important role at a critical moment."

"Beijing, Shanghu, and Fengbei, these three cities must be given priority attention."

Zhang Ye thought for a moment and gave the order in a deep voice.

"Especially in Shanghu, we have to have people in those concessions. The same goes for Fengbei. We have to record everything that happens in the Marshal's Mansion and who Zhang has met!"

"It's the County Magistrate!"

Fang Yu hurriedly wrote down these matters, fearing that there would be any mistakes or omissions.

"Okay, you guys go out, I'll be alone for a while."

Seeing that everything had been explained, Zhang Ye waved his hand to disperse the crowd.

The trip to Beijing had a profound impact on him, and he discovered a problem that he had to face.

If we want to accomplish great things, we cannot do without arsenals and our own heavy industrial manufacturing.

However, he does not have a large enough territory to support these industries now. If he wants to get this done, he must disguise it and do it secretly.

"Open the panel."

Zhang Ye stroked his forehead and quickly made a decision.

[Host: Zhang Ye]

Position: County Magistrate of Jingshan County, Leader of Fushui County, Army Colonel

Territory: Jingshan County (), Fushui County (), Capital City ()

[Army: Full Guard Company (150 people), Overstretched Infantry Battalion*2 (800 people)]

[Wealth: 190,000 silver dollars, 14,000 ounces of gold (estimated wealth), 170,000 yuan.]

【public opinion:】

"One million and nine hundred thousand, and one issue of the newspaper brings me five hundred thousand in public opinion points. This is really exciting."

Looking at the public opinion value of nearly two million, Zhang Ye grinned happily, sighing at his own cleverness.

Bragging in the newspaper, this trick is really amazing!

When my status is raised again in the future, I will set up a radio station and install a loud speaker in every village, and brag about it day and night. My popularity will surely soar.

"System, I need a complete set of arsenal equipment, including professional technicians and production personnel. How much does it cost?"

Zhang Ye didn't feel proud for long before he got down to business.

He planned to first build a small arsenal in Qizhou City, Donglu Province, and secretly produce some bullets and artillery shells every day.

[Host, based on your current situation, the system has compiled three options for you: a Class B Arsenal, equipped with professional equipment, technicians, and production personnel. Main output: bullets, artillery shells, rifles, light machine guns, and light mortars. This can supply ten infantry regiments. Three hundred thousand public opinion points.]

A-level arsenal, equipped with specialized equipment, technicians, and production personnel. Main output: heavy machine guns, 75mm mountain cannons, 105mm mountain cannons, and corresponding ammunition. Can supply four heavy artillery brigades. Three million public opinion points.

[S-class arsenal, equipped with professional equipment, technical personnel, and production staff. Main output: light tanks, armored vehicles, infantry fighting vehicles, military personnel carriers, and light howitzers. Monthly production capacity: 100 vehicles. Public opinion value: 30 million.]

[The above data is for reference only. The specific product categories and output can be adjusted by the host after purchase.]