Chapter 65 Liaodong Waterway Zhang Zhimu came forward

After Zhang Zhimu and Chen Yufeng heard Ouyang He talk about meeting Fan Wencheng, they both agreed that Zhang Zhimu could meet them before they left.

Zhang Zhimu said: "Actually, I can't see them, and after they go back, they all know what we think." That is, if you don't surrender, you can settle it by force. When I met them, I just gave this Fan Wencheng a little face. Does Mr. Ouyang still think this Fan Wencheng is of any use? ”

"I can't see what specific use he has now, but the next step is there, maybe it will be useful in the future, but Mr. Zhang came forward to suffer a little tired, we are not only giving them some face, but also leaving a step of idle chess for the future, why not?" Ouyang He said.

Chen Yunfeng said: "Zhimu, when you see them, you can also mention our march to Jinzhou, but don't say too much. Let them concentrate their troops in the direction of Songjin. Cover for us to raid their Shengjing (Shenyang) by water. ”

"I wonder how many of our warships will be able to participate in the war in Liaodong next year?" Zhang Zhimu asked.

"At our Lingshui Wharf Shipyard, most of our technical strength has been transferred to Zhenjiang Shipyard." Ouyang He said: "Now our Lingshui shipyard is still producing passenger ships, tugboats, gunboats, sand dredging boats, and landing craft. There are more people in Zhenjiang, and the construction of 20,000-ton steam ships has already started, and the construction of two new 5,000-ton ships has already started. Four 1,000-ton steamers are also being built. The construction of two 2,500-ton steam-steel hull ships of the Fu ship type is about to start. Also, Zheng Zhilong's shipyard in Fujian used to be able to build about five Daifuku ships every year. Mr. Lin Zongwei is discussing with his son to transfer some technicians to enrich the shipyard in Fujian. In that case, the Fujian side can also build a steam ship. ”

"In this way, if it goes well, at least two 5,000-ton Fu ships and four 1,000-ton steam Fu ships can be added next year to participate in the battle of Liaodong. The 20,000-ton steamship and the two steel-hulled ships can't wait. In fact, our five steel-hulled Fu boats are all sand boats, and it is enough to go upriver along the Liao River. I just don't know if our tugboats and barges will be able to cross the sea. They are all designed for inland rivers. Zhang Zhimu said.

"Jiang Ping, Mr. Lin Zongwei, they have studied these things, and the tugboat itself is fine when it crosses the sea. It's just that the waves are too big at sea, and there are some problems with barges dragging a long fleet of barges. In particular, the barges are very low, and the waves will quickly fill the barges with seawater. They decided to reduce the number of barges towed behind the barges and increase the number of steel chains by two. Tie the barge with a rubber tarpaulin, let the waves hit the cabin, and the cabin will not be able to enter the water, and there should be no problem in crossing the sea at one time. Anyway, sail northeast from the mouth of the Yellow River, and after crossing the strait, the wind and waves will be lighter. Other barges and cargo can be put on large ships of 5,000 tons. Build a few shelves on the ship and you can put the barge. Those landings have no problem holding themselves in the past. ”

Ouyang He was talking when the staff officer sent a telegram. It turned out to be sent by Emperor Chongzhen. Emperor Chongzhen reported, "After the Metropolitan Procuratorate, and the Criminal Department, the three law divisions of Dali Temple, it was decided to execute the traitor Zuo Liangyu Lingchi, and behead the whole door to set an example." Executed every day. ”

After Zhang Zhimu, Chen Yufeng, and Ouyang Hechuan read Emperor Chongzhen's telegram, Zhang Zhimu said: "The emperor has long hated Zuo Liangyu to death, and our radio and newspaper reported the crimes of Zuo Liangyu's army, so the emperor can't kill Zuo Liangyu if he wants to." ”

"Huh! The emperor did this, which is also to affirm that we have done the right thing to deal with Zuo Liangyu! Ouyang He said.

"I don't think the emperor can help it, be a favor." Chen Yunfeng said, "Some of the Liangguang region has been attacked by Zhang Xianzhong and them, and the imperial court's control over that side is also in a blank state. Let's talk about it when we're done! Now our army is sufficient, and the cadres do not have to worry. It's a lot better now. ”

"I have an idea that we should make a general plan for the situation in the entire Ming Dynasty. In order for our economy to further develop, first of all, electricity should come first. Then there's the railroad, and soon there's the oil problem from the car transport problem. These are the foundations. We should have a good meeting and look at it. Zhang Zhimu said.

"It's time to think about the full layout." Ouyang He said, "But for now, my opinion is to speed up the construction of the railway from Tongguan to Kaifeng." After the Fenglingdu Bridge is opened to traffic, our products and the goods needed can be directly transported to Kaifeng and Xi'an. Otherwise, we will be transported through the Yellow River and blocked in the Kaiyuan New River. Although there were tugboats to and fro the passing ships, there were still long queues of ships on both sides. With the railway from Tongguan to Kaifeng, the transportation contradiction can be greatly alleviated. Also, every time General Ningde comes back, he shouts to speed up the construction of the railway over there, I think that this year Baotou can produce iron in the blast furnace immediately, Li Dong also said, strive to produce steel next year, the rolling mill is also under construction at the same time, if the rail can be produced next year, the railway in the Hexi Corridor should be built. I think that the people we withdrew from the Hequ Bridge will be separated all the way and immediately build the Lanzhou Yellow River Bridge. It is best to be a road and railway bridge like the Tongguan Bridge. ”

It seems that Ouyang He has thought a lot about these things, Zhang Zhimu said: "Mr. Ouyang is right, our construction in the north is to take the first step. Not only the Lanzhou Yellow River Bridge will be built, but also the railway from Xi'an to Lanzhou will be built. Liu Yun: They have almost built the railway from Xi'an to Tianshui. It extends directly from Tianshui to Lanzhou. General Ningde and the others have already repaired the railway embankment on the west side of the river to outside Jiayu Pass, and they will also repair it to Hami. Moreover, with the construction of a double-track railway, with this railway, the west will be worry-free. ”

"Actually, I have studied with Mr. Chen, and I will also suggest that they build the railway to Shazhouwei (Dunhuang) and then extend it to Lop Nur, so that it can be connected with the Tarim River. With such a railway, we have control over the west with ease. Ouyang He suggested.

"Okay! On the Hexi side, a lot of people have migrated last year and this year, and we have also increased our investment in the southwest side of the river. When Li Kui and the others come back from the Silk Road, we will have to solve the western problem. It is said that the Russians have also infiltrated there very strongly. We also need to find some people who know Russian and gather some Russian intelligence. Zhang Zhimu said.

Chen Yufeng said: "Before we have a meeting, we should tell everyone what we want to study, so that everyone can prepare and see what everyone can remember." ”

"Uncle Chen is right, I think the next notice will be issued to everyone who attends the meeting. Let them know before the meeting. Zhang Zhimu said.

"That's right! There are more than 100,000 prisoners on Li Jing's side, and we will give Li Dong 50,000 of them, should we start the construction of the Datong-Zhangjiakou railway now. There is a Datong border guard on the Datong side, and they can divide part of the troops to guard the prisoners for construction, and we can transfer some people and form a team that can only build a railway. Chen Yunfeng suggested.

"I think this is okay, put Tong in the Kaifeng railway construction team, divide half of it, and give them more prisoners. The team went to the railway from Datong to Zhangjiakou. After this section is completed, the railway from Zhangjiakou to Beijing will be repaired. After the completion of the repair to Beijing, the railway from Beijing to Tianjin Wei is being repaired. In this way, our rail network is connected to the seaport. Zhang Zhimu also became more and more happy the more he talked, and said, "After the railway from Tongguan to Kaifeng is completed, the railway from Zhengzhou to Hankou will be built." ”

Zhang Zhimu talked about the future with Chen Yufeng and Ouyang He, and there was always endless words. They talk about things that have a big impact on the future. And they don't just talk, because they are all people who have the ability to act, or rather, the people who have the power to decide.

wanted to send the Manchu envoys away as soon as possible, Zhang Zhimu quickly met with them.

Zhang Zhimu met them in the small living room of the office building. Out of politeness, Zhang Zhimu greeted them in front of the door of the living room. Li Zhixiang, who accompanied him

The guest and host made introductions.

Zhang Zhimu said to Shuobeile Azig: "Shuobeile, we have fought a few battles with you. I didn't expect to see each other here. ”

Shuobeile obviously felt that Zhang Zhimu was humiliating them by mentioning the previous battles, because they were all defeats that they couldn't raise their heads, but Zhang Zhimu couldn't see them, and Azig had to endure and say, "Yes! We came to see Zhang Dongjia this time, just to shake hands with the people of Yaogang! ”

"Huh! We also don't want to fight, and if there is any problem, it is best to solve it peacefully! Zhang Zhimu replied.

Seeing Fan Wencheng, Zhang Zhimu said: "I have asked Mr. Fan for a long time!" Mr. Fan can be literate and martial, and he is worthy of being the descendant of Mr. Fan Zhongyan. ”

Zhang Zhimu's words are even more scolding. Fan Zhongyan is a person who "worries about the worries of the world and rejoices in the joy of the world after tomorrow", and now Fan Wencheng has become a traitor, which is a great irony.

Fan Wencheng also reacted quickly, "Zhang Dongjia is today's hero, and even the emperor has to look at it differently." We have been praised by Zhang Dongjia! ”

Fan Wencheng's words, there are also many things that you have done against the emperor, don't point to Sang scolding Huai and talking about us.

As soon as they met, Zhang Zhimu did not bargain in words. But they couldn't hear Azig, and there was displeasure on their faces.

After everyone sat down, Zhang Zhimu said: "During this time, we have too many things. I beg your forgiveness for not taking the time to meet you! ”

Fan Wencheng hurriedly said: "Where, where!" When we arrived at Yaogang, we knew that Yaogang was now the center of the world. Not to mention that all nations come to court, it is almost the same, that is, this period of time is a little clearer. Zhang Dongjia has every opportunity, and we are very grateful to be able to take the time to see us! ”

"Mr. Fan is polite," Zhang Zhimu said, "I heard that Mr. Ouyang has already talked to you, and he has said everything that should be said, I don't know what else you have to do with me?" ”

Hearing Zhang Zhimu enter the topic so quickly, Fan Wencheng understood that this meeting would not give them too much time, and said, "We came to Yaogang on the order of the regent, and we want to join hands with Yaogang to help and govern the world together." We want to bring the regent's good intentions to you in person. ”

"Hmmm! You have already said this, and Mr. Ouyang's opinion is my opinion. Zhang Zhimu turned his head and said, "Who is in charge of your side over there?" Isn't there still your Khan King? ”

"Well, now that King Khan is still young, the regent is completely in charge of big and small matters." Fan Wencheng didn't understand why Zhang Zhimu asked about this. Suddenly, Fan Wencheng understood that they were the regent's envoys, and some of them were not right.

"Oh well! When you go back, bring a message to your regent, and tell him that you have broken the wall and entered the pass several times, burning, killing, and plundering, and these accounts must be settled. Those who kill must pay for their lives, and looters must serve their sentences. It is still a matter of course whether the debt is in arrears. We have already set up the Liaodong Military Region, and next year they will be formally established here in Datong. If you can understand the current affairs and take the initiative to surrender, maybe we will open our net and show mercy to our subordinates. Zhang Zhimu said politely.

Azig listened to Zhang Zhimu's words, and his face turned blue with anger.

Fan Wencheng said: "Zhang Dongjia, please allow me to say a few words. ”

"Mr. Fan, please!" Zhang Zhimu was polite.

"Zhang Dongjia, you are so wise, you must have heard of the eight hatreds that our old Khan King said when he went on the expedition!" Fan Wencheng said, "We were forced to send troops to fight by the eight hatreds. In terms of population and economic strength, we can't compare with the Ming Dynasty. We were forced to resist because we were forced to do so. Killing is inevitable in war, and it is inevitable that individual soldiers will behave misbehaps. We came here this time because we didn't want to use swords and soldiers again, so that the people could live a peaceful life. Please understand the painstaking efforts of our regent. ”

After listening to Fan Wencheng's words, Zhang Zhimu also had to admire his eloquence.

Zhang Zhimu smiled and asked: "Azig Shuobeile, you broke the wall and slaughtered the city several times, and the hundreds of thousands of people who plundered went back to be slaves, how many are left now?" Also, how many innocent people you killed, can you remember? Was it just a few individual soldiers? ”

"This...," Azig really wouldn't lie.

Fan Wencheng hurriedly relieved the siege and said: "We Shuobeile will never kill innocent people. Shuobel was very strict in governing the army, and a few soldiers would be severely punished if they came into chaos. ”

"Come on! Mr. Fan, you don't even dare to say a word of truth, what else do we have to say. Wait, see how long it will take us to hit your Shengjing (Shengjing)? Zhang Zhimu said, "Anyway, you are guests when you arrive at the kiln." Whatever you need to say, you can put it into words. Zhang Zhimu already has the meaning of sending off guests.

Fan Wencheng got up and said, "Then we won't bother Zhang Dongjia too much." Fan Wencheng felt that it was enough when he saw Zhang Zhimu, as for what to say, he already knew that there was no point.

After Azig and Fan Wencheng left, Zhang Zhimu drafted a telegram to Emperor Chongzhen, introducing the matter of Liaodong sending people to this house, and saying that it was expected to attack Liaodong every year to recover the country. Let Li Zhi translate it into a password and send it to Emperor Chongzhen.

Emperor Chongzhen's telegraph operator could translate the telegram in clear code. Usually, the telegrams exchanged between Zhang Zhimu and Emperor Chongzhen are in clear code. Passwords are used in special cases.

As long as Emperor Chongzhen got the telegram that the telegraph operator did not translate, he knew that he was using a coded telegram that only he could translate. Although it is a bit troublesome to translate the code, Emperor Chongzhen is very willing to translate the code. Because this made Emperor Chongzhen have a special feeling. This is the secret between him and Zhang Zhimu.

Although Emperor Chongzhen was very dissatisfied with Zhang Zhimu beating Zheng Zhilong and Zuo Liangyu during this time, he had no choice, and today he received a secret telegram from Zhang Zhimu, knowing that the Manchu Qing Dynasty in Liaodong actually sent people to Yaogang to win over Zhang Zhimu, and he was very angry. Seeing that Zhang Zhimu said that he would march to Liaodong next year, Emperor Chongzhen was happy again. The Manchu Qing side was in great trouble, like a knife hanging over his head. If the Yaogang people pacified the Manchu Qing in Liaodong, then the world would be peaceful.

Emperor Chongzhen, who usually doesn't drink alcohol, is happy to bring up the good wine sent by the kiln people.

It was rare for Empress Zhou and Princess Changping to see Emperor Chongzhen so happy, and Princess Changping couldn't help but ask, "Father!" What makes you so happy? Is there any good news over there? ”

"Yes! There is good news for the kiln people! Emperor Chongzhen said: "But this needs to be kept strictly secret, and I can't tell you yet." ”

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