1908 Far Eastern Maniac Chapter 130 Lobbyist (II)

However, Yang Du's words are a little unpopular. But Xiong Chengji just smiled faintly. That's a good statement. If there is no Zhenhua bomb. The troops could not enter the city at all. I thought that if I couldn't break the fortified city, I could move to other places. But the bitter battle of Rìzi in the previous paragraph made me understand a truth. Anqing is not broken.|There is no reason for success in fate! So. Zhenhua is the first hero of the revolution. ”

Zhao Beidao: "Where." Where. Life is not a one-man business. It is the cause of all the people. It's up to us revolutionaries. It can't be a big deal. The hope of this country is still on the shoulders of the people. ”

Xiong Chengji shook his head. "No." At least for now. The burden of this revolution is on our shoulders. So. Let's take a slight step forward. The future of life is predictable. Zhenhua. There are some things I was going to say to you after dinner. But now that the conversation has been provoked. I'll talk about it here. Regarding your recommendation of Yuan Shikai as the commander of the republic. It's best to be cautious. Although he has now betrayed the Qing family. But that doesn't mean he's a comrade. Yuan Shikai can betray the Qing family. Knowing rì can betray the revolution. At the beginning, you supported Yuan Shikai with electricity. I'm afraid it's just to pick him and clear the room. Not sincerely. We revolutionaries are people who do great things. You can't stick to a subsection. Keep your promises when you say what you say. But sometimes it's a good idea to be flexible. Yuan Shikai can be the president. But it must be a virtual president. The power of the State must be in the hands of the Cabinet. Just like France. ”

Zhao Bei stopped Yang Du, who was positive and negative. Asked Xiong Chengji: "Taste root." Who said these words to you? ”

He was indeed a little surprised. Even Xiong Chengji said so. It may indicate that the League and the Liberation Society may have reached some kind of tacit understanding in this responsible cabinet system.

Xiong Chengji said calmly: "Not bad." I couldn't have imagined that. It's all what President Tao said in his letter. The reason why he asked me to come to Hubei. The first is to rest and recuperate the Anhui uprising troops. Second, I am asked to convey these words to you, hoping that you will seriously consider them. Although the revolutionaries are brave. But most of them are young people who have not been deeply involved in the world. The sinister nature of this political arena. Far from us, we are far from being able to understand President Tao than we are. It's better than we do. His words were right. ”

Zhao Bei did not speak. Just raised his head and looked at the tall yellow crane tower. Tao Cheng deserves to be the head of the Restoration Society. There is vision and courage. It's also very accurate. knows that Yuan Shikai is unreliable, but who can understand what Zhao Bei thinks in his heart? Yuan Shikai is not in place. Who is on top? The League or the Restoration? They were staunch revolutionaries. But who can guarantee that they can do better? If they do a good job, they will win the hearts of the people and conform to the flow of the times. So will there still be a place for him Zhao Bei? China in this era. Not for people of this era who can be saved. The most fundamental question is whether it is an alliance or a liberation society. None of their members are traversers. It is impossible to see the context of historical development. Nor can we seize the opportunity of history.

That's right. The League and the Restoration Society may govern the country according to their ideas. Gradually bring the country to civilization and prosperity. But here's the problem. It's not just China's own problem. It must be placed in the larger international context. If the country's decision-makers can't see the future. Can't watch the First World War. I can't see the words of Rìmoto's "mainland policy". They will never be able to realize their ideal of governing the country.

It is an era of the jungle. Ideals alone will not lead the country to strength.

So. Zhao Bei must compete with others for the leadership of the family. And supporting Yuan is the first step in this struggle.

The reason why Zhao Bei supports President Yuan Shikai. In addition to instigating his infighting with the Qing room. More importantly, let Yuan Shikai temporarily take the position. And then lead the new forces to bring down the representatives of the old ones.

Shikai became the president. President Tao of the Liberation Society and Mr. Sun of the Alliance Association could not be the president. The only way to do this is to put them on the side of the opposition forces. They will focus on Yuan Shikai. And. As long as Yuan Shi does not die for a day. They are going to win over someone who can become Yuan Shikai's enemy. And Zhao Bei is a suitable ally.

If Yuan Shikai ascends to the throne. It will definitely "cut the feudal domain". This is not in line with the interests of Zhao Bei. But on the other hand. If you change the league or the liberation meeting. They will definitely "cut the domain" like Yuan Shikai. So. None of them are on which side. In the end, they will all conflict with Zhao Bei's interests, but in contrast. It's better for Yuan Shikai to be on the throne. At least. Zhao Bei can judge Yuan Shikai's behavior from historical experience. Be able to know oneself and know one's opponent. The other way around, you can't do that. Because the Confederacy and the Restoration Society in history have never dominated this country.

Supporting Yuan Shikai's ascension to the throne is only a temporary expedient measure. It was also a means for Zhao Bei to force the Restoration Society of the League to take Yuan Shikai as the main person. Zhao Bei was in the middle of it as a variable. Either way. of his help, he wins. Without his help, he loses. And he has the best benefit from it. This is what the so-called "left and right" refer to.

Of course. It would be even more perfect if the two sides could lose both sides in the struggle.

So. The current situation. It's okay to weaken Yuan Shi. But you can't knock him down. Because it's a target that attracts firepower. As long as Yuan Shikai occupies the pivotal power. The attention of the opposition opposition will be focused on Yuan Shikai's side. And Zhao Bei was able to concentrate on developing his own forces.

Easy to change. This xìng is difficult to move. History has proven it. Yuan Shikai will never tolerate anything new

Idea. Sooner or later, his fox tail will show out. He will surely raise the butcher's knife and the revolutionary forces. And push more people to the opposite side. then. It is the time when the Yuan faction rises up. Who can guarantee that the leader holding the banner of the fallen Yuan is not Commander-in-Chief Zhao?

Zhao Bei can accept new political ideas to a certain extent. Yes, the party is autonomous. A House of Representatives may be established. Civil magistrates can be elected...... Compare the two. People can see that Zhao Bei is more advanced than Yuan Shikai. Let alone. "Safflower also needs to be lined with green leaves." In order to make Zhao Bei the dazzling "red flower". can only grieve Yuan Shikai for a "green leaf". When "safflower" blooms. It's time for the "green leaves" to retire.

At this time, 1 China could not be saved by a revolution that overthrew the imperial system. That was just the beginning of the revolution. The beginning of the war. This has been proven by history. All Zhao Bei had to do was to seize the leadership of the revolution. Win the biggest with the least cost. Avoid detours.

As for the "system" or the "cabinet system", in Zhao Bei's view, it is not a problem at all. It boils down to one sentence: strength is everything.

There is strength. The cabinet can also be turned into a rubber stamp in the hands of a military strongman. Without strength, even the emperor will become a puppet in the hands of powerful factions. At this point. Beiziwen sees it more thoroughly than the Alliance Restoration Meeting. Because in history, Yuan Shikai was a person who valued strength and despised the system. The system cannot restrain this military strongman. The only thing that can restrain him is a military presence stronger than him.

So. In Zhao Bei's view, at this time, it is better to sell to Yuan Shikai for the restoration of the alliance on the issue of cabinet system or presidential system. Make a political deal. In exchange for the West he wanted from Yuan Shikai, after all, Shikai represented the central force of the country. Some things are more justified if they can be recognized by the center. When Cao cāo "coerced the Son of Heaven to order not to obey", this is the truth.

There is another reason for this. That's the establishment of a national system. It was a formal unification of government decrees. Avoid the interference of the great powers in the revolution. Judging by the news in the newspapers. The "Bosnian crisis" in Europe is gradually easing. Perhaps it will take long for the European powers to pull their feet out of the mud of the Balkans. If they reach any tacit agreement on China. Definitely not a good thing for China in chaos. It is necessary to establish as soon as possible a pivotal zhèngfǔ that can oversee foreign affairs. in order to give the great powers the illusion that "the situation has stabilized". Only then can we dispel the ambition of some countries to take advantage of the fire to loot.

Of course. Zhao Bei's support for the presidential system does not mean that he will watch Yuan Shikai cut off dissident forces smoothly. Maybe. The soon-to-be-formed "Congress" will become an important battleground.

The situation in China is very different from that of the "Xinhai Revolution". Yuan Shikai's control was far less than that of the historical Fang faction, and there was more than one revolutionary party.

Of course, the powerful faction of the party must be removed. But it can be arbitrarily cut off by Yuan Shikai.

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These are the wishful disks of the commander-in-chief. But. Some can be spoken. Others can't be said. Especially in front of Yang Du.

Zhao Bei took his gaze back from the Yellow Crane. Said to Xiong Chengji: "Taste root." The full responsibility of the cabinet system is not suitable for our country. At least not for now. A presidential system is appropriate. There is no strongman dominant. China is not going to become strong anytime soon. This is very important. And. A presidential system does not necessarily mean that there is no oversight. Isn't there still Congress? Strengthen the role of Congress. It can also constrain the power of the president. ”

"It's not good to be quick success." Xiong Chengji said.

"We all want to make China stronger. But. A strong country cannot count on a |. Strongmen are also people. There is also a private yù. Who can control this strongman? Establishing a country is a long-term task. ”

"But. We don't have much time. ”

Zhao Bei sighed. Said: "Power is, corrosion. Of course I know that. But. I also have a hard time. ”

"Bitter? What's the pain? Several people asked in unison.

Zhao Bei smiled faintly. He raised the horse in his hand. said: "Don't say it." Do not say! Presidential system. Cabinet system. We'll talk about it later. Today's rì is to wash the dust for the root of the taste. What do you do with these mundane things? Come on. Everyone is keeping up. Let's go to Yiran Hall. Weigen is a native of Yangzhou. I specially asked the cook to make Huaiyang dishes. Everyone comes to try the hometown cuisine of the roots. Skinny. The last time you ate at Speaker Lai's house, it was Hubei cuisine. Now you can try Huaiyang cuisine again. ”

said. Walk up to Yellow Crane Rock. Go to Yiran Hall. The captain of the guard, Tian Jinfu, hurriedly led a few guards to follow. Only a few lobbyists remained, staring at each other.

Yang Du was the first to follow. Grab to the north of Zhao. "Commander-in-Chief." Which side are you on? Always give a clear word. ”

Zhao Bei smiled and shook it. pulled Yang Du into Yiran Hall. Only then did he say, "Skin." I have a handwritten letter that I would like to give to Yuan Xiangcheng. I wonder if you're willing to be a postman? ”

Yang Du was slightly stunned. seems to understand Zhao Bei's intentions. So the chief said: "The commander-in-chief has an order." Do you dare to disobey your fate? I just don't know what benefits the commander-in-chief wants to get in exchange for a letter? ”

I didn't expect Yang Du to be so straightforward. Glancing out the door. whispered, "Actually, it's nothing. It's just that I want to ask Yuan Xiangcheng for an official. Majestic. ”