On the way back to the city, Li Zhen had a brief exchange with officials in Guangdong to learn about the situation in Guangdong. After entering the city, officials left one after another, allowing Li Zhen to be reunited with his family. After nearly a year away from home, Li Zhen and his family must have a lot to say. The officials are all people with vision, and at this time, it is impossible to take the initiative to talk to Li Zhen about things.

Otherwise, it will be miserable to attract envy.

Qi Zhenhai took the soldiers to the barracks and settled the returning soldiers and the thousands of captured French soldiers.

Governor's residence, backyard.

Before Li Zhen went to the United States, he discussed with Zeng Guofan, Zuo Zongtang, and Shi Dakai the replanning of the structure of the provinces across the country, abolishing the multi-position positions of governor of Liangguang, governor of eight provinces, and governor of eight prefectures, and streamlining the official system. From top to bottom, provincial governors, mayors, county heads, town heads, township heads, etc., have all been built.

Wang Xiaoyang served as the governor of Guangdong-East-Province, and no longer served as the mayor of Guangdong, managing the people of a province. On his way back, Li Zhen learned about this reform from officials.

In the courtyard, the family gathers together to eat and chat.

Wang Xiaoyang put down the chopsticks in his hand, looked a little serious, and asked, "Hongyi, how is the situation in Hawaii?" ”

At home, Li Zhen is not the president of a country, but just a member of the family.

Li Zhen thought for a moment and replied: "Everything in Hawaii has been dealt with, and there were originally British, American, and French forces on the island. Among them, the commander of the British fleet was named Mehard, a vice admiral; The commander of the fleet of the United States Federation is named George, and he is a rear admiral. The two led troops to attack Hawaii, but both suffered a crushing defeat, and the combined forces of Britain and the United States were controlled and handed over to Titch ......"

The more Li Xiaotong listened, the more unpleasant he became, and interrupted: "Stop, stop, this is a family banquet, I didn't let you talk about business." ”

Li Zhen smiled and said, "Brother-in-law, let's talk about it later." ”

Wang Xiaoyang obviously belonged to his wife's strict control, nodded, and did not dare to refute Li Xiaotong's decision.

Li Xiaotong changed his words, waved his hand at Zhou Xiuying, and said with a smile: "Brother, you went to the United States for more than a year, and you don't even know the situation at home. Suyoung became pregnant at the end of May last year and gave birth to a boy in March last year. Today, the children are almost one year old. Tell me, you don't even know when the child is so old, decent? ”

"Not presentable, not presentable!"

Li Zhen threw an apologetic look at Zhou Xiuying, and repeatedly admitted his mistake to Li Xiaotong.

In front of Li Xiaotong's sister, he didn't dare to make a mistake.

Li Xiaotong was very satisfied with Li Zhen's attitude of admitting his mistake, and said: "Let the nurse bring the child and let the younger brother take a look." ”

Zhou Xiuying immediately ordered her subordinates to inform the nurse, and after a while, the nurse came with a chubby child in her arms. Zhou Xiuying took the child and looked at the child with big eyes and sucking his fingers, with a happy face.

"Here, give me a hug!" Li Zhen said excitedly.

Zhou Xiuying looked uneasy and said, "Be careful, don't scare the child." ”

"Am I that fierce?"

Li Zhen rolled his eyes and took the child over. He looked at the child in his arms, although the child was still young, he could vaguely see his appearance, and asked, "What is the child's name?" ”

Zhou Xiuying replied: "Li Taiping! ”

Li Zhen looked at Li Xiaotong and asked, "Didn't the child choose a name according to the family tree?" ”

Li Xiaotong said: "Xiuying said that she hoped that the child could live in a peaceful and prosperous world, so she took the name Li Taiping. Regarding the child's name, I think it is more appropriate to follow the family tree. But you are the father of the child, it is up to you to decide. Li Xiaotong said lightly on the surface, but in his tone, he hoped that Li Zhen would name the child according to the family tree.

Li Zhen smiled and said: "Li Taiping is Li Taiping, I think it's very good, so it's decided." Li Zhen doesn't pay attention to choosing a name, but it doesn't necessarily have to be according to the genealogy.

It is enough to be able to express the expectations of the parents.

Li Zhen stretched out his hand and teased the child's red little face, but he didn't expect that this time he caused a big disaster, and the child cried loudly, not selling Li Zhen's face at all. The big eyes were full of tears, and the cry was loud, which made Li Zhen scramble. In the end, Li Zhen had to hand over the child to the nurse and let the nurse take the child.

Li Xiaotong laughed and said, "Brother, look, the children don't recognize you anymore." ”

Li Zhen said resentfully: "I just came back, can I be blamed for this?" ”

Family, laughing.

When the family gets together, they don't talk about national affairs, but they all involve small things in the family. An hour later, Li Zhen said, "Brother-in-law, I have something to talk to you about, let's go to the study." ”

Suddenly, a pair of eyes were drawn.

Wang Xiaoyang stood up directly and followed behind Li Zhen, leaving a group of female dependents.

In the study, Li Zhen and Wang Xiaoyang sat down.

Li Zhen's expression was slightly relaxed, and he said unhurriedly: "Brother-in-law, in the United States for more than a year, I have been outside, and I don't know much about the situation in China. Tell me, how is the situation in China? ”

Wang Xiaoyang nodded and said: "At present, the domestic development situation is very good. The matter of President Zhao presiding over the court is like an invisible sword hanging over the heads of officials, and no one dares to embezzle; There are also Zeng Guofan and Shi Dakai, the two presidents, who have worked hard for the people, and now they are all showing a thriving scene. ”

"Today, the railway from Nanjing to Beijing has been connected, plus Nanjing to Guangzhou. From south to north, traffic has been realized. In the future, it will definitely spread around with this transportation hub as the core. ”

"Gradually, there will definitely be better development."

Talking about the development of the country, Wang Xiaoyang's face was full of joy.

As soon as the words changed, Wang Xiaoyang's expression became solemn, and he said: "Although the situation is very good, I think this is based on absolute strength and the stability of the army. At present, the armed forces are scattered in various localities, with different official positions, different strengths, and different salaries. ”

Li Zhen's nerves suddenly tensed, and a solemn look flashed in his eyes.

What can be mentioned by Wang Xiaoyang must not be a simple matter.

Wang Xiaoyang continued: "The army is the foundation to ensure the development of the country, if the army is chaotic, it will fall into a situation of war and chaos. When the time comes, no matter how good the situation is, it will be put to waste. Therefore, I believe that the next step should be to focus on dealing with the military, because only when the power of the army is in our hands can we not be surprised by changes and not be afraid of what will happen at any time. ”

Li Zhen asked, "Brother-in-law, is there something wrong with the army?" ”

Wang Xiaoyang shook his head and said with a smile: "It's nothing, it's just that there is a small friction between the armies, which is normal." I'm just bringing up my worries, and it's good to be able to prepare early. ”

Li Zhen said: "What my brother-in-law said is very reasonable, this is a top priority. ”

"Bang dang! Bang dang!! ”

Suddenly, the table and chair shook.

Li Zhen and Wang Xiaoyang's faces changed greatly, and they said in unison: "Earthquake!" The two of them stood up and rushed out of the study in the shortest possible time. Li Zhen was worried about the safety of Li Xiaotong, Zhou Xiuying, Zhilan and others, and ran directly to the backyard. Luckily, everyone was in the yard, just a little frightened.

After shaking for a while, the earthquake subsided.

Li Zhen frowned and wrinkled into a Sichuan character, looked at Wang Xiaoyang who ran behind, and said solemnly: "Brother-in-law, this earthquake may be the first wave, immediately dispatch people for emergency." At the same time, we will make every effort to search and determine the location of the earthquake. ”

"Yes!!"

Wang Xiaoyang nodded back and hurriedly turned to leave.

ps: the second shift; A new volume opens!