"Amen," said Baker softly. Then, to Kazu....
"We've been trying to do just that for years. But how can you fight seven hundred million people?"
"Don't fight—lead them."
It sounded so simple, the way he said it. Well, maybe he could. But now Baker had more practical questions.
"What does the rest of the world think about all this? Have you talked to any Europeans, or heard a radio?"
Kazu shook his head. "But I caught communist General. He tell me Russia sending army to capture me. He say only hope is for me to surrender, or Russian drop atom bomb on me. Then I eat him."
We must have showed our startled reaction, for Kazu laughed.
"Not much nourishment in communist. I eat him for propaganda—many people see me do it. Effect very good." He paused. "Not tasty, but symbolic meal. China is like Buddha, giant who can eat up enemies."
"What are you going to do next?" asked Baker.
"That is question. I need more information. Where is leadership in China I can trust? What will Russians do? How long for British and Americans to wake up?"