Chapter 95: Three Questions (Additional Chapter)

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  The conversation between the two sides started with the establishment of the securities industry in Shenyang. Although Comrade En from Germany had also done a lot of research on this emerging thing, he was not sure whether it would work in a socialist country, how far it could go under the current republican system and economic conditions, and what role it would play. He wanted to hear Feng Sizu's opinion, who was one of the first to write articles supporting securities and stocks.

  Feng Siche did not dare to have any arrogance when facing German En, he was filled with reverence and passion. Facing this issue, he tried to suppress the excitement in his heart and gave a detailed explanation of the pros and cons of the securities industry for the development of the Republic based on his own understanding and later generations' views.

  This is the preparation work done by Feng Si Zhe, he knew that today may discuss this topic, for which he had long been prepared, now speaking, one two three four five head to toe, in order to make people more understand, he even cited many examples, among which there are many Western countries' examples of securities industry development, of course, there are also many later generations' summaries, in short, it is a combination of Chinese and Western, slowly and clearly.

  Feng Sizi spent 40 minutes detailing his understanding, and Comrade Deng listened silently throughout the process. Occasionally, he would ask a question when he didn't understand something, but for the most part, he was nodding or smiling, or deep in thought. In short, he had taken it all in.

  Just after Feng Si Zhe finished speaking on this issue, Germany didn't give him any rest time and threw out the Gulf War issue again. The question was only one: how did Feng Si Zhe realize that the Gulf War would happen, why the US would participate in the war, and even why he could determine that the war would end within two months.

  Regarding some of Comrade Germany's fanciful questions, Feng Sizi was momentarily unable to keep up, but fortunately he had also made sufficient preparations in this regard. After a brief moment of confusion, he regained his composure and repeated the views of later generations on the Gulf War, naturally using modern terminology; he didn't dare add too many anachronistic terms from later eras.

  It took Feng Zhe another half an hour to finish answering the question. Thinking that he had answered both questions, Comrade En from Germany should be satisfied, but he just smiled and said, "Come on, you've talked for half a day, aren't you thirsty? Let's have a cup of tea first, and then let's talk about why you dare to assert that the Soviet Union may disintegrate in the near future."

  As soon as this question was raised, a cold sweat broke out on Feng Sizi's forehead. He had not expected that even the old chief would know about it so clearly, and it seemed that there were no secrets in the high-level circles, many secrets could not be hidden for too long in the eyes of the people at the top, let alone Duan Yunpeng and Qin Tian and others who still needed to raise funds and consult on what the country lacked, this would inevitably expand the matter, so Comrade Deguo En had no reason not to know.

  Taking the opportunity to drink tea, Feng Siche stabilized his mood, and by the time he put the tea leaves back, he had already had a clear thought in his mind. Originally, these things were all stored in his brain, but because he didn't think that Lao Shou would ask this question, now that he can't avoid it, he might as well tell the truth. In the following time, Feng Siche explained the several major contradictions existing in the Soviet Union. There are contradictions between the rigid economic system and the internal requirements of modern technological development; serious bureaucratic contradictions between the broad masses of cadres and the people; contradictions between hegemonic foreign policy and the people. He also talked about the ideological line of the Soviet Union, as well as the political and organizational lines.

  These are not just words, but Feng Zhi's profound research on this aspect as a social commentator in later generations, which has come in handy at this moment.

  When Comrade Feng heard this, the eyes of German En were deep and solemn, and his facial expression was also very serious. "Yes, you're right, the Soviet Union's cash problem is indeed a big one, whether or not it will lead to a collapse event, in any case, we must take it as a warning. A country takes its people as its foundation, when the country's route is wrong, and it does not put the interests of the broad masses of people first, when privilege becomes a universal phenomenon, when social classes are clearly divided, when people live in hardship and suffering, this country is in danger. If we do not improve the living standards of the people, if we do not explore a socialist construction model with our own national characteristics, if we do not promote a style that starts from reality and seeks truth from facts, if we do not implement democratic centralism in organization, then we will be in trouble. We must understand that reform must take root deeply in the country's situation, the success or failure of reform must center on developing productive forces, with economic growth, comprehensive national strength, and improvement of people's living standards as the criteria for evaluation. If we are not vigilant against Western countries' "peaceful evolution" towards socialism, then our country will also be in danger."

  With one remark, the old premier had made a profound analysis of the situation, and was able to grasp the essence of the matter in such a short period of time. This couldn't help but make Feng Si Zhe look at the old premier with newfound respect. He understood even more that it's impossible for an elderly person to think so clearly in an instant, and it's clear that he had been paying attention to the Soviet issue for a long time. The fact that he was able to bring it up with Feng Si Zhe today was simply because he believed their views shared many commonalities.

  "Yes, the leader is right. If a country wants to develop, it must carry out reform and opening up, which is an inevitable trend. The fundamental purpose of this is to liberate and develop productive forces, improve people's living standards. It's not like some Western developed countries that just follow the beaten path without considering their own actual problems. If they just learn from others without thinking about where their own advantages and disadvantages lie, the country will go astray because of this, and it's even possible to lead to the downfall of the party and the country."

  "We must follow a path of socialism with Chinese characteristics, rather than copying others mechanically." As soon as Feng Sicheng finished speaking, the German seemed to be stirred up as well. He suddenly stood up from his long chair and swung his arm, as if commanding thousands of troops, giving people infinite power and courage.

  The first time they met, Feng Si Zhe left a very good impression on the German, and what happened next was completely beyond Zhao Ming Yuan's expectations. Because the old chief actually invited the two to stay for dinner. Although the food here is not particularly sumptuous, the implication is completely different. This treatment is one that even the current central leaders cannot enjoy, let alone others.

  Feng Siche accompanied the old captain for a simple lunch with a nervous heart, fortunately, during dinner, Comrade De didn't say much, so Feng Siche was able to eat a meal in peace.

  After lunch, the health doctor came to remind the old leader to take a nap. He reluctantly waved goodbye to Zhao Mingyuan and Feng Siche, meaning he had to obey the organization's orders. At the last farewell, the old leader looked at Feng Siche in his military uniform and said with deep meaning, "Comrade Feng Siche is a bit underutilized as a soldier. There are too few people who understand economics in our country now. A person should be placed where he can best demonstrate his value."

  Zhao Mingyuan immediately understood what was meant by these words, and hastily replied: "Being a soldier is just a matter of convenience, it's for the sake of tempering one's body. Without a good body, how can one participate in revolutionary work? Hehe, actually, the path has already been chosen, he thought to start from the most basic level."

  "Uh, okay, it's not just about theory, practice is the only way to test truth. Go and temper yourselves, good steel needs to be tempered many times to become a useful tool. Alright, you two can go now, I need some rest." Germany nodded thoughtfully, then waved his hand to let Zhao Mingyuan and his grandson leave.