Republican Era Cavalry.

Summary

Zhang Ai Guo, a tall Chinese man, encounters two Japanese soldiers who demand he kneel. He refuses and insults them, leading to a violent confrontation. Zhang manages to escape, stealing a car and fleeing towards Zhabei. The Japanese consul protests the incident, but officials deny involvement, blaming it on the Reds. Zhang disguises himself as a peasant to avoid detection, changing his appearance and behavior. The chapter ends with Zhang sitting by the roadside, smoking a pipe, having successfully evaded his pursuers. The incident highlights the tensions between Chinese and Japanese during this period, as well as the complex political situation involving various factions and international observers.

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