(2nd Update)

One move made Zaifeng helpless, and while lamenting the old and spicy methods, it can only show that the former's political experience is shallow.

Regardless of whether Yi Liang delayed the Chen Bi case, or really wanted to take advantage of the money valve of the Beiyang Group, the key was that Zaifeng couldn't find a reason to refute it at all, and the five ministers of the military aircraft spoke in unison, so the meeting had to be carried out head-on.

"Okay, just do what Prince Qing said, and make a decision after the investigation of the case is revealed, but no matter what, Shangshu Chen Bi will not escape the blame, and the court will definitely punish him severely."

Zaifeng tried to save some face for himself with the last few cruel words, but it didn't help, and on the other hand, Yixuan, of course, he wouldn't give Zaifeng a respite in his heart, and the language continued almost without organization.

"Regent, the Ministry of Posts and Communications has heavy official duties, and is in charge of many matters of the postal railway, so you can't be left without charge for a day, and the old minister thinks that the candidates for the secretary of the ministry should be planned early."

Yi-Xuan's words pierced Zaifeng's nerves like a thorn.

"Chen Bi's case has not yet been decided, is it too early for this new candidate?" With a wave of his hand, he said perfunctorily.

"The regent just said that he would be strict with Chen Bi, since this book will be changed sooner or later, it is better to make a decision as soon as possible, the new book is not decided for a day, and the post and communication department will be uneasy for a day, and in the long run, people's hearts will be disturbed and there will be a big mistake, and the old minister feels that the regent should put all state affairs first."

Yi-Xuan's words were a bit of a desperate pursuit, not giving the seemingly dominant regent any chance to maneuver, and Zaifeng only realized that he had entered the former's words at this time.

"Prince Qing, do you have to choose this person today?" Yi-Xuan's aggressiveness made Zaifeng a little dissatisfied, even if he really wanted to discuss a new Shangshu candidate, he should have proposed it himself, not to mention that this was not on the agenda of today's meeting.

"The old minister just said bluntly about state affairs, and the regent forgives his sins."

It's this kind of soft words again, Zaifeng doesn't know how to reply.

"Qiqi Regent, the old minister thinks that what Prince Qing said is pertinent, since the status of the Ministry of Posts and Communications is so prominent, and the position of Shangshu is so important, so please make a decision as soon as possible to reassure the people."

An old echo sounded in his ears, Zaifeng felt that the cochlea was going to open a calloon, the speech just now was Lao Shixu, the minister of military aircraft has never had any opinions, and he has always been the only one in the military aircraft department, when the Empress Dowager Cixi was critically ill, the two had conspired with Yuan Shikai to promote Zai Zhen, the son of Yi-Xuan, to ascend the throne, although this matter was unsuccessful, but it can be regarded as a joint advance and retreat.

"The regent, the minister also thinks that this matter should not be delayed sooner rather than later." Na Tong continued, at this point, three-fifths of the people in the military aircraft department have clearly expressed Yi-Xuan's approval.

"Zhang Zhidong, Lu Chuanlin, what do you think?" Zaifeng turned his gaze to the two Han military planes.

"The old minister seconded the proposal"

Five more people pressed over at the same time, Zaifeng was suddenly a little overwhelmed, as if a python was wrapped around his neck, no matter how he pulled it, it became tighter and tighter.

The Military Aircraft Department has always been a hurdle that he can't bypass, but the attitude of the Military Aircraft Department has made Zaifeng, who is at the peak of power, still have a man's back.

Power and authority, in Chinese officialdom, it seems that the latter role is more obvious.

The Empress Dowager Cixi used Prince Lao Gong and Prince Lao Alcohol to slowly transition this power into majesty, and even then it still took several years, and he obviously did not have such opportunities and abilities.

Zaifeng has nothing to do, he has no foundation at all in the military aircraft department, even Natong, who has always had high hopes, is gradually drifting away from him, not to mention the military aircraft department, in the royal family, his position is extremely unreliable, a few days ago, Princess Rongshou also ran to the palace of Prince Alcohol in person, scolded Zaifeng for being ungrateful, and did not give her nephew Xiaogong Wang Puwei an official position, which made Zaifeng lose face, so he had to ask this aunt and grandmother out of the house with half a push.

Zaifeng's appointment as regent is completely wishful thinking on Cixi's part, without the support of the imperial family, his position has never been secure, and Yi-Xuan, as a buffer sponge between Zaifeng and the imperial family, can't tear his face with him, at least not now.

"Okay" Zaifeng let out a sigh of relief, and finally compromised, "Who do you think is suitable to be the secretary of the Ministry of Posts and Communications?" ”

"Shangshu of the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications has a great responsibility, building railways, laying electrical circuits, communicating with postal services, and dealing with foreigners, these are all new things, so Shangshu is looking for a minister who is proficient in foreign affairs." This time, Yi-Liang didn't pick his head, and Na Tong's words were in front.

"When you say this, this king thought of a little, although Chen Bi is exempt, there are still two waiters in the Ministry of Posts and Communications, so choose one of them." In order to avoid being led by the nose again, Zaifeng gave his choice.

"Back to the words of the regent, Tang Shaoyi, the left waiter of the Ministry of Posts and Communications, sent an envoy to various countries in the Americas, has not returned so far, and he has been going back for more than half a year, I am afraid it is too late, as for the right waiter Sheng Xuanhuai" Na Tong's words said this, paused, and seemed to think for a moment before saying: "The minister thinks it is inappropriate." ”

"What's wrong?" Zaifeng asked.

"Sheng Xuanhuai ran the Hanyang Iron Works, but failed to make a profit for several years, but transferred the iron works to the Japanese, only to have a slight surplus, and when he was the Minister of Railways, he once said that the Luhan Railway could be repaired within three years, but in the end, although the railway was finally completed, it took ten years, which shows that this person is boastful, and the regent is not useful."

Speaking of Sheng Xuanhuai's black history, Na Tong is like a few family treasures, Sheng Xuanhuai and Yi-Xuan have a long gap, how can he not know, anyway, there are too many black spots, Na Tong doesn't mind stepping on a few feet at all, "Besides, Sheng Xuanhuai's case of tracking down the former head, if he is followed by the official worship of Shangshu, I am afraid it will not sound good." ”

"Please choose another person for the regent" This time it was not only Na Tong, but Shi Xu also said.

When it comes to Sheng Xuanhuai, Zhang Zhidong is not easy to defend, he is no stranger to the former, Zhang Zhidong was the governor of Huguang when he was in charge of Hubei, the Westernization movement was in full swing, Hanyang Iron Works was a major project under his rule, as China's first large-scale steel mill, Hanyang Iron Works at that time had no technology, no talents, no funds, and was naturally subject to others. It is a great taboo to get involved with foreign merchants.

Zhang Zhidong deliberately avoided it, and of course Lu Chuanlin had nothing to say here, and the opinions of Yi-Liang and others once again occupied the upper hand.

"Alright, you guys." With a hint of disdain on Zaifeng's tired face, he said without a trace of emotion: "******, say it." ”

That Kiritsu continued, just to warm up and build momentum for Yi-Xuan's next plans, and after skillfully eliminating other competitors, Yi-Xuan finally said his answer.

"If you know the regent, Xu Shichang, the governor of the three eastern provinces, has both internal and external cultivation, runs through China and the West, and has great talents in the world, so he is the most suitable minister of post."

Time came to this moment accurately, just like what happened in history, after the fall of Chen Bi, Xu Shichang would be nominated as the new Shangshu, if there was no accident, the Ministry of Posts and Communications entered the era of Xu Shichang.

And when he heard this person's name, Ye Kai, who had been silent, was slightly shocked in his heart, and his eyelids narrowed slightly, the biggest purpose of his trip was to change the direction of the wheel of history and prevent Xu Shichang from entering Beijing.

This man is dangerous, as rumored to be, he is a crystal fox.