Can you condescend to others, treat people with a few thoughtful manners, and make people feel friendly, but that's all? Apparently not. There is no strong means, there is no communication ability to meet the source, there is no talent for doing things, the ability to manage the army, and there is no flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances......

In short, Yuan Shikai's ability to gain the trust of the supreme ruler Empress Dowager Cixi, be favored by many forces, and win the obedience of his subordinates in the political arena of the late Qing Dynasty is undoubtedly related to his own ability and political achievements. Everyone's success is not accidental, nor is it just luck, and Chen Wenqiang has always believed in this.

Although Chen Wenqiang's merit is that he does not despise anyone, he underestimates himself a little, perhaps because of his own caution, or because it is easy to achieve success through plagiarism and speculation, so he does not know very clearly how much weight he has in the eyes of others.

So, in the eyes of Yuan Shikai and others, how much influence and role does Chen Wenqiang have?

First of all, when it comes to fame, Chen Wenqiang is a celebrity with an international reputation, and even foreigners have to be convinced and praised. The Chinese people regard him as the pride of the Chinese and the proof that his wisdom is not inferior to that of the Westerners. And that era is similar to later generations, and worshipping foreign countries may not be the mainstream, but for science and technology, such thinking and tendencies are still very ordinary. Chinese people say that it is good, but it may not have much impact; Foreigners say yes, that's a lot of propaganda and deep belief.

Secondly, it is the economic strength that Chen Wenqiang has and can mobilize. From the Ningbo business group in China, to other business people, to overseas Chinese in Nanyang, Chen Wenqiang seems to have become a link of connection, as evidenced by the Zhongqiao Bank. In addition, most of the foreign capital, the technology introduced, and the factories and enterprises that Chen Wenqiang has attracted are not only emerging industries, the first in China, but also many of them are at the international advanced level, which has attracted the attention of foreigners.

Finally, from a political point of view. At a time when constitutionalism and constitutionalism have become the general trend and the constitutionalists are growing rapidly, Chen Wenqiang's rise to the top seems to have become a foregone conclusion. The reason is also very simple, the leaders of the constitutionalists such as Zhang Jian, Tang Hualong, and Tan Yanmin are all natives and traditional people. Although they shout "constitutionalism", they don't know much about constitutionalism. Like Chen Wenqiang, who has overseas experience, from time to time makes some constitutional remarks, and has quite a lot of creative theories and insights. Moreover, it has increasingly become the think tank of the constitutionalists, and its guiding role has become increasingly prominent.

For example, it was proposed that "constitutional comrades' associations" be established in various provinces, headquarters should be set up in Beijing, and branches should be set up in various provinces and ports, as if they had evolved into the prototype of a political party. For example, the petition for the acceleration of the constitution was more widely solicited to increase the momentum in order to put pressure on the imperial court; For example, the development and expansion of local self-government......

It can be said that Chen Wenqiang's role and influence in the constitutionalist faction grew rapidly, and he did it quite in an orderly manner, and won the approval and support of Zhang Jian and other old guys. It is increasingly valued as a young backbone.

After such a comprehensive analysis, where Chen Wenqiang is a talent, it is not too much to call him a genius. Engage in invention, do business, make friends with foreigners, and make big officials...... If you can win over Chen Wenqiang, even if it is just a general friendship for the long term, it will be an extremely advantageous thing.

Of course, if you make friends with Chen Wenqiang, there are more benefits. Perhaps Chen Wenqiang can be used to turn around the relationship between Yuan Shikai and Prince Qing and Qu and Cen, so that the political attack can be weakened; Perhaps Chen Wenqiang's connections can be used to enable Yuan Shikai to get more support and assistance from constitutionalists; Perhaps Chen Wenqiang can be used to alleviate the political struggle between Yuan Shikai and Zhang Zhidong......

Chen Wenqiang is like a panacea, like a lubricant. It seems that he can have some relationship with all forces, but he does not really belong to a certain political force in the officialdom, but belongs to the emerging political force in the opposition - the constitutionalists, which is also an important reason why he can be at ease. Not like Yuan Shikai. With the imprint of factions, it is difficult to stay out of power struggles and political struggles.

There are a lot of talks, politics and economics, but there is nothing substantive at all, this is a long-term settlement! Chen Wenqiang figured it out in the creaking sound of stepping on the snow, in his eyes. There are no clear footprints on the white streets, just big, small black holes.

It's okay to say this way, Chen Wenqiang really doesn't know what level to say at this time, and he has no intention of using Yuan Shikai's strength in a short period of time.

"Big brother, it's cold, get in the car!" Feng Dayi shouted with concern behind him.

Chen Wenqiang stopped, waited for the carriage to stop beside him, opened the door, and jumped on.

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Although he was mentally prepared, Chen Wenqiang was still surprised when he opened the door and entered the house.

He just wanted to make the staff behind the laboratory feel warm and caring, but he really didn't want to arrange it in strict accordance with any specifications. So, he gave a rough explanation.

But the arrangement and furnishings that caught his eye suddenly exceeded his psychological expectations. The decoration is not luxurious, but the colored paper strips are very bright; The furnishings are simple and bright, like a buffet, and there is an open space for dancing and joy......

"Sir, you're back." Ah Lian heard the door knock and hurriedly walked over.

"This-" Chen Wenqiang scribbled his fingers around and nodded, "It's well arranged......" His eyes suddenly widened, looking at Emily who appeared next.

"Mr. Chen." Emily greeted with a smile and kept saying, "Let's see, is it what you want?" Ah Lian and Ah Huo and I were busy for most of the day, decorating the room, purchasing items, and finally finished. Come on, why don't you move the place? ”

This is my home, right? I'm the master, right? Chen Wenqiang almost had an illusion, smiled bitterly, looked at it casually, and said, "It's quite well arranged, thank you, Miss Emily." Well, how are you—"

Emily didn't wait for Chen Wenqiang to finish speaking, she had already interrupted him, as if she was explaining, and like a statement, "The environment in the concession is too bad, and the hotel is very noisy, I think it's good here, and I heard Ah Lian say that you don't come back to live often, and I saw that you were going to have a party, so I took it upon myself to stay and help, and moved out of the hotel by the way." Well, it's a bit presumptuous, but I really want to know how the Chinese New Year is celebrated, and I would like to learn from more Chinese. Staying in Lili's room, I don't think it will cause you any inconvenience, or you need me to pay for the room, which is also no problem......"

Chen Wenqiang laughed helplessly, what a strange creature! Emily didn't have a bit of madness on her face, on the contrary, her eyes were perceptive and she was always looking at herself. Moreover, those eyes seem to have an innate power to attract people. I'm always waiting to ask questions.

But this is by no means admiration, love, Emily's initiative and enthusiasm are just the result of her character, as well as the habits of foreigners, Chen Wenqiang confirmed this. There is no way to refuse. What's more, it's already night, and it's not reasonable to kick Emily out, and it also seems like Emily once said to be shy or timid.

got Chen Wenqiang's permission. Emily's movements were more lively, and her mouth was non-stop, introducing Chen Wenqiang to her thoughts on the dinner and entertainment, as well as the reasons for the various decorations.

"What a carelessness, I forgot to ask, have you had dinner?" Emily has an air of trouble-making and innocent and clever at the same time, which is reflected in her slightly upturned nose and squinted sky-blue, very flexible eyes, "We're eating, and Arlene cooks a meal for three." Come along! ”

I feel out of order again! Chen Wenqiang felt like a somewhat helpless guest, and Emily became a hospitable host.

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The night is quiet, Chen Wenqiang is upstairs, this is his world, especially the study, which is a forbidden area for him.

Through the transit of Xingyi Hall or Longxing Hall, Chen Wenqiang maintained contact with the Fuxing Society, commanded and suggested the actions of the Fuxing Society with secret letters and secret telegrams, and grasped the direction of the development of the Fuxing Society.

Outside of Qiongzhou, establish a base area that can be held out for a long time. The plan has been determined, and the target is Yunnan in Guangxi. More precisely, it will be the strip of the border between the two provinces of Yunnan and Guizhou and Vietnam. Taking advantage of the fact that the Manchus were afraid of the sea like a tiger and did not dare to send troops to fight across the border. As long as an agreement or alliance is reached with Hoang Hua Tan, an anti-French figure in northern Vietnam, he will be able to have a base in Vietnam for rest and recuperation and stockpiling supplies, forming a favorable situation in which he can attack and retreat.

So far, the plan is going relatively well. The Tokyo branch established contacts with Vietnamese patriots Phan Pei Zhu, Nguyen Giang Yen, Deng Cai Shen, Nguyen Cheng and others, and held secret talks, which were quite fruitful. Pan Peizhu and others have sneaked back to China one after another. Strive to liaise with the leaders of Chung Ki and Pak Ki in Bac Ninh, Vietnam, mainly Huang Hua Tan of Nexperia. On the one hand, we learned about the revolutionary situation in Vietnam, and on the other hand, we carried out work plans such as armed organization, military movement, democracy movement, and propaganda. The Renaissance Association put forward the conditions of borrowing land to build a foundation, and at the same time promised to provide strong support in terms of funds and ammunition.

Obviously, this cooperation is mutually beneficial. The Revival Society has already shown its strength to the outside world, and if nothing else, it can be optimistic that it will unite with the anti-French forces in northern Vietnam, such as Hoang Hua Tan.

If the joint is successful, the main tasks in the first half of 1906 will be the transportation of personnel, the hoarding of materials, and the reconnaissance and reconnaissance, and another incident will be held in the second half of the year.

Only by constantly raising the banner can we play a leading role in the tide of revolution, make the appeal of the revival association stronger, and attract more revolutionary aspirants to join us.

With the development of the plan, Qiongzhou will become the nearest supply base. At the same time, it is also safer, this is Chen Wenqiang's judgment after review. The development momentum of various industries in Qiongzhou is good, and the immigration work is on the right track again, and the armed uprising there is to attract the attention of the government, and it is obviously suspected of setting himself on fire. I took it for granted before, and only afterwards did I realize all kinds of drawbacks.

Reform while doing and perfecting while adjusting, revolution is only two words, but it is a complicated task. The Manchu Qing Dynasty seems to be rotten and incompetent, but in the end, it is a century-old tree, even if it is about to die, it is not easy to uproot it.

Chen Wenqiang wrote a secret letter to the branches, and when he looked up, he saw Yuan Shikai's letter on the desk, and looked at it inexplicably for a while, before Chen Wenqiang stretched out his hand to open it, and poured it out, along with the letter paper came out there was also a ticket, Chen Wenqiang has a strong discernment for this kind of thing.

How generous! Chen Wenqiang took the 50,000 votes with an indifferent smile on his face. If you look at your own property, the 50,000 is really nothing. But the important thing is not this, but the general first friendship, which is worth this amount, which shows Yuan Shikai's courage and handwriting.

The letter was nothing more than some intimate words, and he admired Chen Wenqiang's skillful foreign affairs, and this Chen Wenqiang did not need to be presumptuous. The information revealed in it is the meeting between Zhang Jian and Yuan Shikai, which seems to be a word, but according to Chen Wenqiang, it is the key point. Yuan Shikai and Zhang Jian resolved their old grievances, and they made their attitude towards the constitutionalists more clear, and in turn, he also wanted the support of the constitutionalists.

At a time when the whole country was shouting for the constitution, the opposition forces formed by merchants and gentry became stronger and stronger. Well, only the armament is short-legged, and this makes the imperial court more reassured.

Chen Wenqiang picked up the pen, pondered the words and wrote a reply to Yuan Shikai, some high-sounding scenes were indispensable, and took the opportunity to ask Yuan Shikai to transfer a group of talents from the railway class of the Beiyang Military Academy. At this time, when you ask for help, it is not an inch, but an expression of a close attitude, a kind of implicit friendship and acceptance.

Of course, Yuan Shikai has gift money, and Chen Wenqiang also has to have a return, so naturally it can't be such a cheesy thing as money. After thinking about it, Chen Wenqiang wrote down the return gift to be given on another piece of paper, and whether it is expensive or not is secondary, but the novelty is certain.

Immersed in work, Chen Wenqiang heard movement outside the study, but the door had been locked, so that no one would break in, and he thought it was Ah Lian cleaning up, so he ignored it. But seeing that it was almost nine o'clock, why didn't he stop, he couldn't help but wonder in his heart, put away all the documents and letters, opened the door, and walked out.

Boil water to take a shower, freshen up and change clothes, Emily has been busy outside for a while.

Full fanaticism!

What should I wear tomorrow? Because of this, Emily paced around the room, and had already changed two sets of clothes in front of the dressing mirror, regretting that she had brought too few clothes with her. In Germany, girls have this mentality before they go to the ball. The gentlemen, on the other hand, at the lawn ball or in the racecourse, always competed with each other, desperately trying to draw the girl's attention to themselves.

Humming a minor tune of the song, Emily spun briskly, her skirt turning into a blooming flower—and then, she saw Chen Wenqiang through the open door, stunned and confused, and slowly blinking at her.

"Hello, sir." Emily forcibly squatted at Chen Wen with the corner of her skirt, raised her face and asked with a smile, "I'm going to wear this dress to tomorrow's ball, what do you think?" ”

Ball? Chen Wenqiang rolled his eyes and wanted to speak, but Emily had already quickly gotten up and floated past him with a few of her clothes, leaving behind a string of crisp laughter.

………… (To be continued.) )