c_t; Cixi's eyes narrowed slightly, and she said: "Jianzhi, what you said is also reasonable, but now that the Qing Dynasty is weak, there is really no extra financial resources to support the formation and training of the new army." ”

At this time, Li Hongzhang came out and knelt down and said: "The queen mother, the emperor, the old minister thinks that the new army must not be trained, since the Qing Dynasty is now lacking military funds, you can first train a small branch, see the results, once the results are considerable, you can concentrate financial resources, and train a lot." At that time, we were also more financially well-off, and we were expanding our army aggressively. ”

Cixi nodded and said: "What Shaoquan said is reasonable, you can first draw up a piece of Chen and hand it over, let's take a look, as for the formation and training of the new army, let Jianzhi come, I am afraid that the Qing Dynasty has not been able to surpass him in military affairs." ”

Zhang Yi said in a deep voice: "The queen mother, the minister thinks that it is appropriate to train the new army near Gyeonggi, so it is not appropriate for the minister to train it, the queen mother can appoint Lord Dong Fuxiang or Lord Yuan Shikai to be responsible for the formation and training of the new army. ”

Cixi's eyes flashed, he was undoubtedly tempted by Zhang Yi's proposal, first of all, he didn't need the imperial court to allocate another silver tael, and secondly, he could take the opportunity to test the water and see how much of a consequence there would be if he cut redundant personnel, anyway, Fengtian is a province, even if something happens, it can be controlled, at most it is more serious, let Jianzhi resign and retire for two years, anyway, he is still very young, and there is time; Third, it is also a good time to test Zhang Yi's ability, and now Zhang Yi has only shown his military talent, what about other aspects? Economy, government, and power planning are indispensable for any person in a higher position. ( Advertisement)

Cixi replied: "In this case, the mourning family will allow you to reform the military system and promote military reorganization in Mukden Province. Don't be aggressive, young people should pay attention to self-cultivation is fundamental. ”

Zhang Yi bowed and said yes.

Scattered down, Zhang Yi did not ride a horse alone, and walked back to the post house alone, Wu Peifu stood in front of the post house and was waiting, and when he saw Zhang Yi coming back, he hurriedly stepped forward. He said, "Your Excellency, you are back, and there are guests waiting in the hall." ”

Zhang Yi was stunned. Guest? I didn't have any guests, so I immediately asked, "Ziyu, who is it?" ”

Wu Peifu said: "He claims to be from Shanxi, as for the specific identity, he has not revealed, but he seems to have the atmosphere of a superior person, very majestic." ”

Zhang Yi nodded and walked into the living room.

At this time, in the living room, there was a person waiting. But it was an old man.

Zhang Yi took two steps tightly, hugged his fists and said, "Dare to ask this old gentleman, how do you call it up and down?" ”

The old man stared at Zhang Yi for about a minute, and when Zhang Yi was gradually a little displeased, the old man suddenly smiled and said, "Chinese tiger, not bad." An amazing hero indeed! Qiao Zhiyong in Xiashanxi, I have seen General Sheng Jing! As he spoke, he bowed to the end.

Zhang Yi was shocked, this is Qiao Zhiyong, a business tycoon in the late sunshine of the famous town!

Zhang Yi was shocked in his heart, but he didn't dare to slack off, and hurriedly said: "Don't dare to be." Don't dare to be, it turned out to be Mr. Qiao, it was the governor who was disrespectful, and Zhang Yi was polite. ”

Zhang Yi turned around and drank, "Quickly order someone to serve tea, old gentleman, please take a seat." ”

The two guests and hosts sat down, and Zhang Yi asked, "Mr. Qiao, I didn't know that you came to visit at night. What's the point? ”

Qiao Zhiyong smiled and said: "General Jianzhi, since the year of the weak crown, he started to do business, and it took fifty years to have some achievements. Many years ago, the old man was fortunate to make friends with Zuo Zongtang, became a good friend, at that time the self-proclaimed hero of the world is none other than Zuo Zhongtang, but unfortunately the day is not a holiday, Zuo Zhongtang died young, more than ten years, the sea and land hook Shen old decay has never met a big hero like Zuo Zhongtang, and now the Sino-Japanese war, finally, the general stands out, it is the old man who sees the future of the Qing Dynasty. ”

Zhang Yi hurriedly smiled and said: "The old gentleman is polite, he can't afford such praise in the future, where can he dare to compare Wen Xianggong?" ”

Qiao Zhiyong smiled and said: "General Jianzhi, don't be humble, Zuo Zhongtang back then was high-spirited and never let people." When his old man went to the west, he was already over fifty years old, and now General Jianzhi is weak and has achieved such a meritorious career, who dares to say that twenty years later, you are not as good as Wen Xianggong? ”

Zhang Yi smiled helplessly: "Old man, you are in charge." May I ask you didn't come here this time just to praise Zhang Yi, right? ”

Qiao Zhiyong said: "Of course not. To tell the truth, when Wen Xianggong went west, the military expenses were nowhere to be found, and he borrowed his savings from my Jin merchants as military salaries, and we were really unwilling to wait at that time, but Wen Xianggong's reputation was shocked, but we didn't dare to say anything. Later, we learned that Wen Xianggong's expedition to the west, thwarted the conspiracy of Tsarist Russia, and ensured the stability of Northwest and Mongolia for 30 years. Now Tsarist Russia is ready to move again, and there are frequent provocations in Mongolia and the northwest, and our business is becoming more and more difficult. ”

Qiao Zhiyong took a breath lightly and said: "We Jin merchants are looking forward to the stars and the moon, and finally we are looking forward to another Zhang Jianzhi, you are the only hero who can protect the peace of the Qing Dynasty after Gong Wenxiang!" This time, Qiao Zhiyong came to ask General Jianzhi for help, hoping that General Jianzhi would be able to calm the frontier in the future, so that we, the businessmen, could have hope! General, as long as you can stabilize the frontier, don't dare to say anything else, on behalf of the Jin merchants, I will make a statement to you, and I am willing to do our best to fund you to strengthen the army, no matter how much money you have, we will definitely not frown! ”

As he spoke, he stood up, and Qiao Zhiyong bowed to the end.

Zhang Yi listened to Qiao Zhiyong's words, and sighed in his heart, although these businessmen were born for profit, but their language was simple and abnormal, they only wanted to have a stable environment, so that they could do business normally, and they didn't always have to face the threat of bandits, rogues, and Tsarist Russia.

Zhang Yi hurriedly clasped his hands and said, "Old man, don't be polite!" First, as a soldier, guarding the peace of the Qing Dynasty frontier is what my generation should do, please rest assured that as long as it is within the scope of Zhang Yi's duty, Zhang Yi will do his best; Second, as a parent official, for the benefit of the people, is the talent of my generation, after I go to Fengtian, I will vigorously promote innovation, stabilize the situation, but also hope that the old gentleman can come to Fengtian direct investment, in Shengjing City, in Fengtian Province, absolutely no one dares to be an investment businessman like the old man; Third, the most important point is that Zhang Yi is only a general of Shengjing, in charge of the military and political affairs of Fengtian Province and the defense of Heilongjiang, outside the three provinces, his responsibilities are limited, even if Zhang Yi wants to contribute, he is afraid that he will not be able to do it, I hope the old man understands! (To be continued.) If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendation and monthly passes, and your support is my biggest motivation. )

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