In 1948, the Chinese civil war entered its most intense period. The Kuomintang government faced an unprecedented economic collapse and widespread popular discontent. Monetary reforms were frequent, especially the 1948 reform of the Golden Yuan, a major attempt to stabilize the currency and control inflation, but failed due to a lack of practical support. As an economic metropolis, Shanghai has also become the focus of various political and economic activities. Late one night that year, a direct confrontation involving Kong Lingkan and Chiang Ching-kuo drew widespread attention, revealing the complex situation of power struggles and personal feuds.
One night in October 1948, the streets of Shanghai were silent and tense. The midnight curfew had fallen, and only a few lone streetlamps lit up the streets. In the silence, a black limousine slowly drove out of the Shanghai International Hotel, the windows were closed, and the figure in the car was faintly visible.
The sedan was just about to accelerate when a checkpoint appeared in front of it. Members of the "Greater Shanghai Youth Service Corps" in uniform waved flashlights and signaled for vehicles to stop for routine inspections. The driver hesitated, but eventually stopped in front of the checkpoint.
"Please show your pass and open the door for inspection." The young player said solemnly.
In the car, Kong Lingkan glanced up at the front, his brows furrowed. He wears a dark suit and has a resolute face, giving him a majesty that cannot be refused. He said to the driver, "Ignore them and keep driving." ”
The driver was in a dilemma, but pressed the accelerator anyway. The players did not budge, and a tense atmosphere quickly heated up.
"Parking now! Otherwise we will take enforcement measures! The captain raised his weapon, his voice revealing unquestionable determination.
Kong Lingkan pushed the car door open at this time and walked out, he held a shiny pistol in his right hand, and stared at the captain with a torch.
"I'm Kong Lingkan, you'd better understand what you're doing. Tell Chiang Ching-kuo that if he still wants to play with fire, he must be careful of his head! Kong Lingkan's voice was low and powerful, echoing in the night sky.
The players looked at each other, unsure of what to do. They knew that Kong Lingkan was not an easy character to deal with, and the threat at the moment made them feel even more troublesome. The captain finally ordered to get out of the way and no longer block it.
Kong Lingkan glanced at them coldly, then returned to the car, and the luxury car disappeared into the night. This scene was secretly recorded by a reporter in a hidden corner not far away, and the next day, Kong Lingkan's bold words became a hot topic of discussion in the streets and alleys of Shanghai.
Although Chiang Ching-kuo did not respond immediately after Kong Lingkan's threats that night, the incident undoubtedly exacerbated the conflict between the two. Although Kong Lingkan's actions were fierce, they also reflected the power struggles and personal grievances within the Nationalist government at the time. As time passed, the relationship between Kong Lingkan and Chiang Ching-kuo became more complicated, and this night's confrontation became an indelible mark in the history of their relationship.
The late-night street confrontation between Kong Lingkan and Chiang Ching-kuo is not only a simple display of personal grievances, but also a microcosm of the intertwined conflict between power, family and personal destiny in that turbulent era. In the age of gunpowder, every night may be the beginning of a new story, and every confrontation may rewrite the course of history. This moment is a whisper of history and a prophecy of the future, reminding us that in the game of thrones, not only the chess pieces need to act cautiously, but even the chess players need to guard against turbulent changes.