The establishment of the Manila Security Force is different from that of the regular army. It is divided into four combat squadrons and two mobile squadrons directly under the command.
Among the combat squadrons, the 1st and 3rd squadrons are obviously supporters of Shimado and Hiiro. The Fourth Combat Squadron is in charge of Nakahama and is controlled by Mitsutomi Nakahama.
Tomisaka Teru, the squadron leader of the 2nd Infantry Squadron, has always maintained a neutral stance. The squadron leaders of the two mobile squadrons directly controlled by the commander, Gono Masamitsu and Takahashi Kosuke, were both promoted by Shimata and Hiiro before.
Therefore, it can be regarded as Shimata and Hiiro's people. After Meng Shaoyuan was ordered to take over the security force, he also summoned these squadron leaders and observed their attitudes.
Teru Tomisaka, who has always remained neutral, rarely expressed his opinions at the meeting. The commander of the 4th Combat Squadron, Koshikawa Kanaka, is relatively low-key because of Nakahama Matsutomi.
As for the squadron leaders of other squadrons, their attitude towards Meng Shaoyuan was much colder. If this situation cannot be dealt with as soon as possible, not much can be done once the war breaks out.
In fact, to be honest, Meng Shaoyuan has done too much. The real soul of the entire Manila security force is Shimata and Hiiro, who have rich combat experience.
But now, Daoduo has been successfully killed. The vast majority of people in the security forces have never participated in actual combat, and their experience cannot be mentioned at all.
This reduced its combat effectiveness by more than half. Moreover, Meng Shaoyuan also solved another important core of the security force: Nakahama Matsutomi!
At the same time, he resolved the explosives crisis. Being able to do this, no matter from which angle you look at it, Meng Shaoyuan has a clear conscience!
But unfortunately, the young master is not such a person. He always wonders if he can do more? For example, after the Battle of Manila broke out, the entire security force basically did nothing?
Taking one step and looking at three steps is the secret to real success. Meng Shaoyuan was not worried about the uncooperation of those squadron leaders.
He summoned them again, but this time, only Tomisaka Teru and Koshigawa Kachu were summoned.
When the two people came in, no one spoke. They didn't know why the new commander summoned them again in such a short period of time.
Of course they know
"Taniguchi Shibu". Before, he was someone Shimado and Hiiro trusted especially. However, he did not come from the security forces, so gaining the commander's trust and personally commanding the security forces are completely different things.
It is understandable that these officers of the security forces have resistance to Meng Shaoyuan.
"It's a new year." Meng Shaoyuan said in a very easy-going way: "Originally, I wanted to treat you to a drink, but now is a special period, and I can't do it. I tried my best to get some decent tea, and came here specially. Invite you two to enjoy some tea."
"Thank you for your kindness." Teru Tomisaka and Kanaka Koshigawa said at the same time. But that's all.
Meng Shaoyuan didn't care: "I just got the news that Nakahama Matsutomo is dead." The two Japanese officers were startled at the same time.
Although this result had been expected for a long time, it still made them a little sad when it was actually confirmed. The rabbit is dead and the fox is sad!
"I work in intelligence and am not particularly familiar with the army." Meng Shaoyuan said slowly: "Originally, I was not qualified to be in charge of the security force, but I still tried my best to get this opportunity." Tomisaka Teru and the two were startled. .
What's the meaning? Isn't this what Iwabuchi appointed three times?
"We are all colleagues, so I don't want to hide some things from you." Meng Shaoyuan sighed softly: "Originally, Commander Iwabuchi meant that an officer of the Marine Corps would take over the command task. When I found out, I I met with the Commander in person, and after a difficult process, I reluctantly convinced the Commander, but he specified that the Marine Corps officer did not need to be sent, but I must take over the position. I know that my abilities may not be worthy, but , after all, I am also from the Army." This sentence,
"After all, I am also from the Army." He quickly narrowed the distance between Teru Tomisaka and him. No matter at any time or in any venue, as long as the army and navy are strictly distinguished, they will always be recognized by the other party.
This method is tried and true!
"I will not allow the security forces to be controlled by those red deer of the Navy." Meng Shaoyuan said with emotion: "So, even if I am not the most suitable candidate, I must accept this task without hesitation." Tomisaka Teru and Koshigawa He Zhongli At the same time, an idea popped up.
Shibu Taniguchi was right. Is there anyone more suitable to be the commander in the entire security force than him?
If Nakahama Matsutomi dies, which squadron leader can be chosen to replace him? No matter who it is, the other squadron leaders will feel unconvinced.
Where's Shibu Taniguchi? He is completely different. He was an intelligence officer and had previously won the trust of Commander Takuma Shintani.
You know, at that time, Takuma Shintani often inspected the security forces, and he was a very respected person.
Now, Shibu Taniguchi is in charge of the security forces. He is from the army and has no conflicts with the security forces.
This is the most suitable candidate. The indifference towards him before seemed really inappropriate now.
"I don't care what you think of me, but I am loyal to the empire." Meng Shaoyuan said in an unhurried tone: "For Manila and the four thousand soldiers of the security force, I will stick to this position to the end. Yes. I know that some people are dissatisfied with me, but I can't control their thoughts. It's just that Tomisaka-kun and Koshikawa-kun, you are different. I know that you are real soldiers."
"Your Excellency Taniguchi, thank you very much." Teru Tomisaka said hurriedly.
"I hope you can help me." Meng Shaoyuan said with sincerity: "This is a presumptuous request. I just came from the headquarters. The US military has assembled thousands of ships and is about to launch an attack on Luzon Island." Both Tomisaka Teru gasped.
Thousands of ships? What kind of scale of offensive is this?
"At this time, if we are not united, there is no possibility of holding Manila." Meng Shaoyuan's face was so sincere that even he almost believed it: "Each squadron has its own My idea, my order, cannot be implemented at all. If there is a more suitable candidate now, I will give up my position without hesitation, but unfortunately, there is not yet. Tomisaka-kun, Koshigawa-kun, you cannot assist me, I There’s really nothing you can do.”
"Your Excellency, if you need anything from us, please feel free to speak up." At this point, in the eyes of Teru Tomisaka and the two of them, they must make a statement!
