Japan's army?

Japan in the army?

Ito Hirofumi suddenly felt a tremor in his heart, and then he couldn't control himself for a while, and his face became extremely pale - he was the hero of the Meiji Restoration, extremely talented, and the city government was extraordinarily deep, but at this time, he tasted this cold warning from the Saionji Gongwang, and his heart was as strong as him, and he felt a chill in his heart. Pen × fun × Pavilion www. ｂｉｑｕｇｅ。 ｉｎｆｏ

"So I think that His Majesty the Emperor's persuasion of the Yama Prefecture Jun to take office is an extremely heroic decision." Xiyuan Temple Gongwang said.

"Yes, although Yamasan-kun is a rare talent, he is too reckless......" Ito Hirofumi replied casually, and then felt unsustainable.

"But sometimes there are occasional negligences...... "but there are mistakes that are not a problem, just a matter of correcting them." Xiyuan Temple-kun, with your talents, you really should be the secretary of the Ministry of Education......" He looked at Xiyuan Temple Gongwang with burning eyes, and said seemingly casually.

Saionji Gongwang did not speak, but walked a few quick steps forward, came to a newspaper boy, and bought a copy of today's "Japan Gazette".

Although the "Japan Gazette" bears the name of "Japan," it is a newspaper run by Britishmen, and its main content is mostly the hot topics of current affairs in various countries around the world in the recent period.

And when the Saionji Gongwang saw the contents of the front page of today's "Japan Bulletin", his eyes froze suddenly, his face suddenly turned pale, and his hands holding the newspaper trembled.

Ito Hirofumi noticed the strangeness of Saionji Gongwang, and immediately stepped forward quickly, came to the side of Saionji Gongwang, glanced at the newspaper in his hand, and couldn't help but change his face.

The "Japanese Bulletin" prominently carried the news of the total annihilation of the Japanese army conquest against Taiwan!

“…… According to the account of Major Longman, the captain of the British cruiser 'Telia,' who had just arrived in Yokohama yesterday morning, Japan's naval forces that had entered Taiwan's waters had been completely annihilated by the Chinese Navy's blows, and half of the warships had been sunk and the other half had been captured by the Chinese Navy. According to the accurate information that Major Longman received from a Chinese captain, the commander of the Japanese Army, Lieutenant General Saigo Shomichi, had been killed in battle, and his head had been cut off and sent to the Shengfan tribe in Taiwan as a ...... for the victims of the war."

"How can this be......" Xiyuan Temple Gongwang muttered.

"I didn't expect the army to be wiped out so quickly...... "Rao is Ito Hirofumi Castle Mansion is very deep, and he is not alarmed, and when he suddenly sees such news, he can't help but be a little flustered.

"I'm afraid this is not something that can be done by making concessions." Saionji Gongwang looked at Ito Hirofumi and said in a deep voice.

"yes!" Thinking of the possible situation in the future, Ito Hirobumi couldn't help but shudder.

Soon, the shocking news spread throughout the city of Tokyo and, naturally, to the Imperial Palace.

Standing far away from the outside, Emperor Meiji looked at Empress Ichijomiko and Aiko Yanagihara, who were hugging each other and crying together, and was a little stunned for a while, but when his eyes touched a few newspapers placed on the small coffee table, he immediately understood.

Just now, he had received the news from the guard officer that the entire army of the Taiwan Strait Army had been wiped out.

He knew that in a short time, maybe Okubo Ritsu and Ito Hirobumi and others would hurriedly ask for an audience.

Emperor Meiji walked into the room, took a newspaper from the small coffee table and looked at it, and his face couldn't help but change color.

This is a newspaper run by Americans in Japan, and a copper engraving is published on a huge page, in the center of the picture is a hill made of the heads of Japanese soldiers, and next to it stands a group of dreadlocked Qing soldiers with hideous faces and terrible faces, carrying machetes in their hands and carrying rifles on their backs, some of them pointed at the heads of the people and laughed, some held the heads of the severed Japanese soldiers high, as if to show off, and some pointed their knives at the Japanese prisoners kneeling on the ground with frightened faces. Underneath this copper engraving is written in bold letters: "The Qing Army Fighting in Taiwan."

Emperor Meiji knew why the empress and concubine were crying.

Although they are no strangers to beheadings (although Japan has been "reformed", there are still beheadings), but suddenly seeing such a terrifying picture, as women, they can't bear it at all.

In fact, when he suddenly saw this terrible copper engraving and the accompanying caption "The heads of the three thousand Japanese soldiers were cut off", he was also full of shock and confusion in his heart.

Emperor Meiji endured the fear in his heart, put down this newspaper, picked up another newspaper and read it, this is a newspaper run by the British, the front page is undoubtedly about the news of the annihilation of the army to conquer Taiwan, and there is also a large copper engraving, and this copper engraving is not the bloody scene of beheading, but about naval battles.

In a sea near the coast, two teams of steam warships are fighting hard, the dragon flag is obviously the Chinese fleet, the Japanese flag is the Japanese fleet, in the picture, the victory is obviously the Chinese fleet, the Japanese fleet, three warships have begun to sink in smoke, and the other warship is half wrapped in billowing smoke, apparently there has been an explosion. The Chinese warships attacking them were still in a neat formation, and the guns on the side of the side were constantly spewing smoke outward.

The author of this painting uses realistic brushwork to record the first major battle between the Chinese and Japanese navies that took place in the Langqiao Sea.

Emperor Meiji sighed, put down the newspaper, picked up another newspaper and read it, this newspaper was run by the French, the front page of the large copper engraving of a sinking Japanese transport ship with a Japanese flag, its body half submerged in the sea, on the deck of the ship, a group of Japanese soldiers were shooting at the opposite side with rifles, and some Japanese soldiers were pushing a cannon hard, and on the opposite side of it, a Chinese warship flying the dragon flag was ferociously shooting at it with a gunwald.

The name of the painting is "The Destruction of the Hitachimaru" (the French name of the painting is so romantic). The caption attached below gives a detailed account of the sinking of the Japanese troop carrier "Hitachi Maru" by a Chinese warship.

Emperor Meiji put down the newspaper and his breathing became rapid.

"Your Majesty...... Is it true that what these newspapers say? ......," Queen Ichijomiko asked, crying.

Emperor Meiji was silent.

Aiko Yanagihara, the head of the courtier, raised her tear-stained face and looked at Emperor Meiji, as if she was hoping to hear good news from Emperor Meiji's mouth.

Emperor Meiji was silent for a long time and bowed his head.

"I'm really sorry...... I'm sorry......" he muttered.

Now he is in a mess, and he will only say such things to two beloved women.

Listening to the emperor's words, Ichijomiko and Yanagihara Aiko hugged their heads again and cried.

Kagoshima Prefecture, military school.

In a Japanese-style room, Saigo Takamori was sitting in front of the bookcase, concentrating on writing. Beside him, a delicate and beautiful girl in a kimono sat aside, looking at Saigo Takamori's back, and her starry eyes were full of reverence.

At this time, Saigo Takamori did not notice the gaze of Chiho Kirino, the daughter of his friend and subordinate Kirino Toshiaki, the "flower of Satsuma" beside him, but quickly wrote down what was in his heart, as if he was afraid that once the pen in his hand slowed down, those thoughts in his mind would disappear without a trace.

“…… The establishment of temples is a major policy, and it is the way of heaven, and it is not allowed to be held hostage for personal gain. Uphold fairness, step on the right path, widely select sages, and raise the authority of the powerful, that is, the will of heaven. Therefore, it is true that those who are virtuous and capable, that is, let themselves work. It is not the most good to reward those who are worthy of their duties in the country. The fittest are awarded officials, and those who merit are rewarded, and they cherish their talents. However, "Shangshu? There is a cloud in the "Edict of Zhong Yu": "De Mao Mao Official, Meritorious Mao Mao Reward", the moral official is appropriate, and the merit reward is corresponding. What does that mean? ”

“…… If the sages gather hundreds of officials, if they do not attribute the political power to one way, do not set the national system in one style, and recruit talents, open up the way of speech, and adopt public opinions, there is no trade-off, and it is difficult to succeed in the cause of refuge. The order of the dynasty changes every day, all of which are caused by the lack of jurisdiction and the uncertainty of the policy of governance. …… The general government is Xingwen, Zhenwu, and Linong. All the rest of the affairs are to help the three of them. Among the three, there is an order of implementation according to the situation, and it is not possible to follow the three and the others first. ”

“…… Those who are above all the people, prudent themselves, upright, abstain from arrogance and luxury, be thrifty, diligent in their duties, and be a model for the people. If the people do not pity their hard work, it will be difficult for them to carry out the decree. However, at the beginning of the grass, Huawu, brocade clothes, concubines, seeking wealth, and the achievement of the Restoration was difficult to achieve. Today, the righteous war of Wuchen has been completed, and the state of selfishness is still there, thinking of this, there is no shame to the world and the war dead, and tears are frequent. …… once made seven uniques to show: 'After several years of bitter ambition, my husband is full of broken jade. Do the bereaved members of the family know that they do not buy beautiful fields for their children and grandchildren. In the future, if Saigo disobeys and his words and deeds are inconsistent, he will be able to spit on him. ”

"Use talents, the harsh gentleman and villain are too much, and they will cause harm. It is because since the opening of heaven and earth, seven or eight out of ten people in the world are villains. Be good at observing the feelings of villains, take their strengths for small jobs, and make the best use of their talents. Mr. Donghu said, "Villains with talent use, and must be used." However, if the governor of the house confers a heavy position, he will overthrow the state, so he will never stand on the top'......"

“…… Only by following the right path and in the spirit of national death can we communicate with foreign countries. If you are afraid of the other's strength, the Lord is sleek, and if you follow the other side's will, you will be insulted, and you will want to be close to each other, and you will eventually be controlled by him. Walking on the right path, the current detour is far, but the first will be early. No matter how big or small, step on the right path and push sincerity, and do not deceive in everything. When people are facing obstacles, they love to use more strategies, and once things go well, they will wait for the opportunity to move. However, the plan will be troublesome, and the matter will fail. This expedition to Taiwan, just like this, once there is a loss, the conspiracy is exposed to the world, the consequences are unpredictable, and stealing is a worrying ......"

“…… The Tao is the natural way of heaven and earth, so the way of teaching lies in respecting heaven and loving others, and self-denial and self-cultivation are the end. The true meaning of self-denial is 'no will, no necessity, no solidity, no self', and all people achieve self-denial and indulge in self-defeat. Looking at the ancient and modern figures, the initial career is about seven or eight out of ten, and the remaining two or three are rare. Because of his early ability to be cautious in words and deeds, he made a name for himself. However, I don't feel the heart of self-love, and the fear and caution are relaxed. Arrogance is growing. Relying on the established career, Gou Xin has been able to do everything, but he will fall into disadvantage and eventually fail, and he will recruit himself. Therefore, self-denial, people have not seen and heard of the place of caution. Widely adopt the systems of various countries to advance and be enlightened, to prophet the ontology of our country, to revitalize the wind and teaching, and then to consider the strengths of others. Otherwise, if you follow suit, the national system will decline, the wind and religion will be sluggish, and there will be no help, and you will eventually be the other system. …… The way of loyalty, filial piety, benevolence, and education is the foundation of political affairs, and it is not easy to pass through the universe for all generations. The Tao is a natural thing of heaven and earth, and there is no difference between the West and the West. The former Qing Kingdom Lin Yizhe's "Western Kingdom Holy Dao Examination", what is said in it, coincides, and it is very strange to the heart......"

Seeing the words "Lin Yizhe" appear in the article written by Saigo Takamori, Chiho Kirino's beautiful eyebrows raised slightly.

“…… Enlighten people's wisdom, that is, open the heart of love and loyalty. The way to serve the country and the family is clear, and all kinds of undertakings are followed. Or enlighten the ears and eyes, set up telecommunications, lay railways, and make steam equipment, which is sensational. But why are telecommunications and railways indispensable? There are few people who pay attention. Vainly envious of the grandeur of foreign countries, regardless of the benefits and losses, the structure of the house and the playthings, one by one, look up to foreign countries, long extravagant, waste money. The national strength is weak, and the people's hearts are superficial, which is nothing more than the collapse of the country. ”

"Civilization, praise and reasoning are all over the word, not the solemnity of the palace, the beauty of the clothes, and the flashiness of the appearance. Hearing what the world is advocating, what is civilized and what is barbaric, I am completely incomprehensible. Taste and talk about people, and reply: 'Western barbarism. He said, 'No!' Civilization too! 'Fight. Yu Lian refuted: 'No, no, barbaric. He wondered, 'What do you mean here?' He replied, "If the West is truly civilized, it will be loving, earnest, and enlightened to the uncivilized country." However, it is barbaric to do the most cruel things to the unenlightened and ignorant country for self-interest. He laughed and said, 'Shut up.' ’”

"Western criminal law is the main punishment, the abstinence from harshness, and the emphasis on leading people to goodness. Therefore, the sinners in prison are also lenient, and the book of precepts is allowed to meet relatives and friends because of things. The original saint set up punishment, with loyalty, filial piety and benevolence, pity the widow and loneliness, and compassionate for the sins of others, with good intentions. The truth is now as comprehensive as the West, and the books have not recorded it. I really feel that this is civilization. ”

“…… The thin rent and tax are used to enrich the people, that is, to support the national strength. Therefore, even if the state affairs are complicated and the money is insufficient, we must abide by the tax customization, and the loss will not abuse the bottom. Looking at the things of the past and the present, in the world where the way is unknown, when the bitter wealth is insufficient, we will use the vulgar officials who know Xiaohui to gather skillfully to solve the temporary shortcomings, just like good ministers who are good at managing money, and abuse the people with cruel means, and the people are unbearable, and they want to avoid accumulation, and they tend to be cunning and cunning. The top and bottom deceived each other, and the officials and the people were enemies, and finally fell apart. …… The accounting cashier is relied on by the system, and all kinds of undertakings are born from this, and it has become the key to the center of the economy, and it must not be careless. In general, there is no other way to live within your means. The one-year-old income limit is set at 100 years, and the person in charge of the accountant shall abide by the system and shall not exceed the limit. Otherwise, subject to the current situation, those who go out first to slow down the limit to enter within their limits will have no other, and the blood of the people will be squeezed. Even if the cause is making progress for a while, the national strength is exhausted and irremediable. The number of standing troops is also limited by accounting, and it is absolutely not allowed to make a false appearance. Drum morale to train elite soldiers, the number of soldiers is small, and it is enough ......to rush and resist insults."

"There is no way to maintain a country if you are incorruptible, righteous and honest, and the same is true for Western countries. The people who are located above are forgetful of the lower profits, and the lower ones are imitated, the people's hearts suddenly seek financial gains, the feelings of dessertion are long, the ambition of intemperance and honesty is long, and the fathers and sons and brothers also compete for money, and they are also opposed. In the long run, how can we hold the country? The Tokugawa clan destroyed the fierce heart of the soldiers to rule the world, but if the brave heart of the warriors of the Warring States period does not rise up, it will be impossible to confront the nations. In the Franco-Prussian War, 300,000 French mercenaries and three months of food were almost subdued. People laughed and said, the abacus is too fine. ”

“…… When the country is ****, even if the country is killed, it is the government's duty to practice the right path and fulfill its righteousness. However, I heard that I usually discuss the financial management of Jingu, what a hero. Before the bloodshed, the head is gathered in one place, but the current Gou An. The fear of war is the responsibility of the government, which can be described as the domination of commercial law, not the government. Since ancient times, monarchs and ministers have thought that those who have been sufficient, not the world of merit. If the confidant is insufficient, the next word will be heard. It is enough, and people are angry when they say it, so the wise man and gentleman do not help it. When it comes to institutional methods, it is difficult for others to do it. People have a way to do it, and people are the first treasure, and it is very important to become their thoughts. Self-denial is in the face of everything that cannot be restrained. Therefore, first cultivate one's self and then become one. ”

"Scholars will be large-scale. However, only this bias may be negligent in self-cultivation, so we must always self-deny and self-cultivation. Large-scale self-denial, men tolerate others, not for others, the ancient saying has been taught: those who are ambitious, people's troubles, are not selfish and stingy, content with the vulgar and not to the ancients. What did the ancients mean? Yao Shun is the guide, and Confucius is the teacher. ”

"The Taoist, the natural things of heaven and earth. The sidewalk is for the worship of God. God bless all beings, so love your neighbor as yourself. Not against people, against heaven. Opposite to the sky, do your own responsibility and don't blame others, and find the lack of your own sincerity. Loving oneself is the worst of all. Cultivation is fruitless, everything is difficult to achieve, there is no thought, and the work is arrogant and arrogant, all because of self-love, so you should not be partial to yourself. …… Correct the past, know the mistakes of yourself, that is, good. It can be discarded, that is, one step. Those who think about repentance, suffer from gains and losses, want to make up for it, and gather their pieces with broken tea bowls, it is useless. There is no distinction between the high and the low. In short, Yao Shun is the king of the world, and he is in charge of ten thousand political affairs, and his job is to be a teacher. Since the beginning of the Lu Kingdom, Confucius has not used it in any way, and has repeatedly encountered hardships and ended up with a husband, but the three thousand disciples are all doing the way. Those who practice the Tao have nothing to do with the difficulties and hardships they set up, whether they succeed or not, whether they live or die. People, whether things are good or not, whether things are successful or not, naturally there are people whose hearts are shaken. The sidewalk, there is no way to follow the road, and there is no success. Therefore, if there is a difficulty, Lingzhi, the more the way is happy. Since the prime of life, he has repeatedly suffered hardships, so he will not waver in anything he encounters now, which is really fortunate. ”

"People who don't spare their lives, don't seek fame, don't have official positions, and don't have money, are trapped in the right way. However, if there is no hardship in the common hardships of the opponent, the great cause of the country will not be accomplished. Such a character, how can the eyes of ordinary people see through it. "Mencius" said that "live in the world, establish the right position of the world, and walk the road of the world." Ambition and the people are up to it, and you can't go your own way. The rich and the rich cannot be lewd, the poor and the lowly cannot be moved, and the mighty cannot be bowed', do people look up to them today? Answer: Yes. Those who are not on the Tao do not have a mind that does not appear. ……”

Looking at these articles written by Saigo Takamori, Chiho Kirino read it lightly and couldn't help nodding her head again and again.