On the eighteenth day of the first lunar month, the government office opened in Beijing, and various ministries began to go into office. The first thing the Military Aircraft Department mentioned when they met was that the Japanese had entered Beijing. ""/""/
"Now that we are here, let's continue talking." The emperor said, "As mentioned last time, if a formal text cannot be produced before February 21st, Yishan and Hu Xiaomao will be asked to discuss the matter on the north and south roads. March at the same time. There are no discounts to be had with these people.¡±
There are still two months left before February 21st. If you exclude the time that the Japanese spend traveling back and forth on the sea, the total will be less than fifty days. Yi estimates that it should be about the same, but there are some things you might as well say up front, " Your Majesty, I have received a great favor from the Emperor, and I should not have the slightest intention of neglecting or slacking off. However, I have been ill recently, and I am afraid that I may not be able to do as expected on the errands entrusted by the Emperor. I also ask the Emperor to select capable personnel to help with the work. , so as not to ruin the errand."
"Capable personnel? What's wrong? Is there a shortage of manpower now?"
Yi was speechless, but submissive, and immediately picked up the topic, "Your Majesty, I think, the prince also hopes that someone can participate and do some hard work, not to mention anything else, just during the conversation. In addition, it would be better if someone is responsible for the exchanges and consultations with the Japanese envoys."
"Then, do you have anyone to choose?"
"I think that my second son, Zaiying, has studied in the West for many years. In addition to being proficient in Spanish, he also has a lot of understanding of the customs of the United Kingdom and the United States. It is just right to use it for business."
"Sushun, what do you think?"
"This servant also agrees with the prince's words that Erbeizi is a suitable candidate."
"Zaiying? He worked hard for the country last year and was very tired" The emperor pointed with his hand, "What about you? Can you all tell me?"
Li Hongzao was the first to meet, "Your Majesty, I believe that there is no closer relative than father and son. Erbei's son served in the Japanese army last year. Although he suffered a lot, he is a young man with strong energy. After these few months of rest, he is expected to be able to contribute to the country, and even more It is with a fervent heart that I want to share the emperor's worries and ease his labors."
Among the people in the military aircraft department, only Yan Jingming did not speak. He stood there dryly, with helpless eyes.
The emperor held his chin in his hand and tilted his head to think. He did not expect that Zai Ying already had such deep connections in the court. Many people from the Military Aircraft Department recommended him to serve in the Military Aircraft Department. This was the case. What about in the court? "That's fine. Let's let the second brother and the fifth brother do errands together. No, a small Japan doesn't need so many princes to run errands. Let the fifth brother be transferred out and let him and his second brother join the military aircraft department. Learn to walk.¡±
This was indeed an unexpected surprise to Yi and Sushun, but they heard him continue: "The emperor passed away early, and neither I nor the fifth and sixth sons were too young and had no experience in running errands for a prince; Now that their brothers have grown up, it¡¯s time to take on some responsibilities. The sixth brother, Sushun, Li Hongzao, you guys are either skilled in government affairs or knowledgeable. Don¡¯t think that you are my sons, with your words and actions. We have to tie our hands and feet, and there is no room for any flattery, you know?"
"Do you dare not try your best to discipline these two elder brothers?"
"I will send someone to their house to deliver the edict in a while, and then you all come over. I still have a few words to explain in person."
After shooing away several people from the military aircraft office, the emperor turned around and entered the Nuan Pavilion. He walked to the east wall and took out a string of keys from his waist that he never left. He opened the huanghuali wood cabinet and took out a box with a yellow woolen envelope. Come, put it on the imperial desk and open it. It is a nanmu box, one foot long, half a foot wide, and five minutes thick (the actual size is 32xl678 cm). The hinges and keys are made of brass, with exquisite carvings on it. There is a pattern of bats flying into the clouds, and there is a peach-shaped lock cover on the keyhole. In addition to the other three sides of the front, there are nine copper buttons and buckles. Then use a key to open the box. The inside is lined with yellow damask, but inside Empty, nothing at all.
The emperor looked at the empty box for a long time, sighed silently, and buttoned it up again, "Jingyu?"
No one in the palace answered. The emperor was stunned for a moment and raised his voice, "Jingyu?"
"Jingyu is here." This time, Jingyu's voice sounded from outside, "Your Majesty, your name is slave?"
¡°Put this away.
"Yes." Jingyu nodded and stepped forward, picked up the box in the yellow cloth envelope, put it back into the cabinet, locked it, and turned around with a smile on his face.
The emperor didn¡¯t understand what was going on at first, but after hearing that the surrounding environment seemed quieter than usual, he understood clearly, ¡°You, don¡¯t think nonsense.¡±
Jingyu didn't even dare to say anything. When he took out the yellow cloth envelope, she, Liufu, Yang San and others retreated first. Without him, this inconspicuous-looking box was too important. !
? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Not long after that, the Military Aircraft Department invited him again. In addition to these people, there were also two brothers Zai Ying and Zai. He entered the Nuan Pavilion and saluted, "Everyone, get up." The emperor sat behind the imperial desk, put his hands on the armrests, and said slowly, "I'm calling you two brothers here today. I think you also know the reason?"
"Yes, my son is fortunate enough to be appreciated by the Emperor Ama and read the edict. I feel inexplicable in my heart. I should go about my business and live up to the Emperor's trust and kindness."
"I told your mother and concubines back then that when the children grow up, I will entrust you with some errands. But you must know that my brother will have great power when he takes charge of things. I am worried that you will rely on him. "Tianwei, if you run a bad job, the lot will be out of control; if you don't do it well, you will have to make friends with foreign ministers. If there is something, hundreds of responses will be answered, and the trouble will be big."
"Since the Qin and Han dynasties, princes have been enfeoffed with towns and marquises, which resulted in constant civil strife; when it came to the Holy Ancestor, the elders started to build mansions and smelted steel one by one, and finally caused trouble in Xiao Qiang." The emperor rambled. After talking for a long time, "I am saying these things to you because I hope that you two brothers will love each other and never cause trouble, never fight for power, let alone do things that chill me. People all know that brothers are of the same mind. You two brothers have been studying in the study for a long time, so don¡¯t you still understand the principle of sharpness breaking metal? You must understand my painstaking efforts, eh?"
"Yes. My son will obey the instructions of Emperor Ama.
The emperor looked at the energetic and heroic faces of the two children and was silent for a long time. "Yi Bu Meng is your uncle by blood. The others, such as Su Shun, Li Hongzao, Shen Baozhen, Yan Jingming, etc., are all my ministers. , when you encounter problems, you should ask for more advice and inquire more. Don't make the decision without thinking that you are my son. You need to know that the country is a public instrument. If you do bad things or fail in errands, even if you are my son, you will not have any feelings. We can talk in person.¡±
"My son, I understand."
"You don't understand," the emperor's voice rose a little. He wanted to take this opportunity to say a few more words, but then he thought that there were some words that were inappropriate to say in front of everyone at the military aircraft department, so he had to wave his hands, "That's it, you guys Brothers, please go out. I still have something to say with your sixth uncle and the others."
The two Zaiying brothers were a little confused. Why did the emperor send him away after saying half a sentence? Not daring to resist the order, he agreed and withdrew.
The emperor also stood up and walked through the crowd, "Zai Ying is a good person. Well, even I, the Amma, don't know what he is thinking. Sometimes he is a little too boring, huh?" "
"The fifth elder brother has a strong heart and is talented and wise. This time I am on an errand, and I have the help of the fifth elder brother. Whenever I have a verbal confrontation with the Japanese envoy, I will say a word that always makes the other party speechless and unable to answer. "
The emperor nodded frequently, "I know this. I have seen the record of the meeting." He said, "There is talent, and there is morality. You are their superior in public, and their uncle in private. I Sometimes you have to deal with things that you can't take care of, and I'm still saying the same thing, if they say something wrong or do something wrong, don't take human feelings into consideration, do you understand?"
"My brother, remember this. I will live up to the emperor's trust and teach the two princes with all my heart."
The emperor listened to his words and observed his expression, knowing that he did not listen to even 10% of his words. Needless to mention, just looking at the selection of two elder brothers to join the military aircraft department, they are obviously preparing for making the final choice in the future; that is to say, once he dies, the new king will not be able to leave these two people. In view of this, who dares to offend the two of them? I'm afraid it's too late to coax and support! What about guidance and instruction?
"There is something I forgot to mention. When I was granted the title of Yamen in the middle of the year, I went out of the palace. When I had nothing to do, I walked around the Ministry of Punishment and the Xianliang Hall. I listened to Bao Chao and Hu Xiaomao reporting on the frontline military situation. I thought, Bao Chao is a rough man and has not read many books. He acts too arrogantly. If there is no one to help and guide him, he will cause big trouble at any time, so I want to keep him in the capital - the eldest brother does it We have appointed the foreman of the Imperial Guard, and the Shenji Camp cannot be left unattended, so we might as well just let him go."
" As for Hu Xiaomao, although he has made serious mistakes, his flaws cannot be concealed. In addition, although the war in Japan has been temporarily ended, I don't know what the outcome of this negotiation will be. Even if I can fulfill my wish, Japan cannot be left without it. The person is responsible, so I asked him to leave the capital immediately and return to Japan."
Yi already knew about this, but didn¡¯t know the inside story, so he agreed, ¡°Yes.¡±
"There is also Li Hongzhang. Although he failed in supervision, he has led the army in Japan for several months and has made outstanding achievements. He is still worthy of great use. He was awarded the title of Crown Prince and Taibao and was appointed governor of Zhili. He took office immediately on the day of the decree. .¡±
The decree came without any warning. The emperor issued the decree directly and blocked everything Yi wanted to say. He thought helplessly in his heart, what should he do now??How about He Peiheng¡¯s explanation?
Li Hongzhang was overjoyed when he saw the Duke at his residence. The Governor-General of Zhili was the leader of the Xinjiang ministers and was responsible for guarding the capital. He was not an important minister who was very close to the emperor. Very few Han people could achieve such a position. The current direct governor is Fu Lian, but he is in poor health and often gets sick. He asked the emperor several times to allow him to take up an official position, but failed for a while. Later, I heard that Yi wanted to recommend Bao for this position, because of his seniority and age. With his experience and Yi's recommendation, everyone in the court had no other choice. Unexpectedly, the cold chestnut suddenly fell on him?