Sichuan, Chengdu, Patrol Embassy, Wang Xiao's study.

"Chief of Staff, how is the preparation of the expansion plan?" Wang Xiao asked. Now that the Western Sichuan Army has completely controlled the two provinces of Qinghai and Gansu, it is also superficial that the war between the Western Sichuan and the Qing court is about to break out, and the Western Sichuan Army must be ready. At this moment, the entire leadership of Kawanishi gathered here to discuss countermeasures.

"Marshal, the troops of the newly formed divisions have basically completed the whole training, but in terms of combat effectiveness, there must be some gaps with the standing troops. But there should be no problem in dealing with the so-called new army of the Qing court. However, the young marshal sent a letter that it will take another month for the 1st Cavalry Corps and the 2nd Cavalry Corps to complete the reorganization, and I hope we can buy another month! Xiong Wu replied.

Wang Xiao nodded, and then asked, "What about the war materials?" This time, our army has doubled in size, and once the war starts, the consumption of all kinds of war materials will be even more astronomical. I don't want to be so constrained by these aspects that our results will be greatly reduced! ”

"Rest assured, after more than ten years of preparation, we are fully ready. The weapons, ammunition and various materials now in reserve are enough for an army of 400,000 to fight for a year! Xiong Wu assured.

"That's good. Then we'll wait another month. Lao Liang, this month's time depends on you to fight for it! Wang Xiao said with a smile.

"Hehe, don't worry, isn't it just playing tricks with those people in the Qing court for a month? I am still confident that Liang Xingrong can do this. However, I do think there is one thing that needs to be noted, and that is the attitude of the great powers. More than ten years ago, we would have had the opportunity to fight Beijing, but Britain, France, and Russia did not hesitate to use force and risk, and we had to withdraw our troops. If the great powers unite to oppress us again this time, how should we respond? Will they retreat again, or will they ignore their attitude? Liang Xingrong asked.

"The current western Sichuan is not what it was more than ten years ago. If the three countries dare to send their armies into the interior to fight, our army is sure to defeat them! Xiong Wu said affirmatively. More than ten years ago, they fell short, which made their hearts very unhappy.

"But one thing, what if they cut off our trade routes? Our current foreign trade mainly depends on the Yangtze River waterway. If the Great Powers cut off our shipping lanes, it will be a fatal blow to us! Song Zhengping, deputy director of the chamberlain in charge of commerce, reminded.

"Well, I'll take some time tomorrow to meet with the consuls of various countries in Chengdu to show our attitude. If the Qing court takes the initiative to go to war, it will not be our responsibility. Of course, if this battle still can't destroy the Qing court, then there is no need to force it. But we in western Sichuan must at least expand our sphere of influence as much as possible. For example, Shaanxi in the north, Yungui in the south, Hubei in the east, etc. In addition, access to the sea is also a big problem, which has always constrained us. If it is possible, take Guangxi and open up the passage to the sea! Wang Xiao said.

"Yes, I intend to, the General Staff Headquarters will make a detailed plan!" Xiong Wu said.

"So, for the next war that will break out, is the staff headquarters ready, and what is the specific plan?" Wang Xiao asked. The actions of the military will be the focus of the next step, and the whole of western Sichuan will serve them.

"Dashuai, there is already a plan. According to the plan of the General Staff Headquarters, once a war breaks out, we will fight a decisive battle with the Qing army in Hubei in the east and Shaanxi in the north. The specific plan was that the First Cavalry Army and the Second Cavalry Army would attack Shaanxi from Gansu. The 1st Brigade of Guangyuan and the 3rd Division of the new formation were deployed to attack Hanzhong. Hubei will be the main battlefield, where the second division, the fifth brigade stationed in Mianyang, the seventh brigade stationed in Bazhong, the newly formed fourth, fifth, sixth, and seventh divisions, as well as the inland river fleet, a total of 120,000 troops, will be concentrated here to meet the Qing army's Hubei New Army and other green battalion troops. The 1st Division and the 6th Brigade deployed in Liangshan moved south to take Yunnan. The 2nd Brigade and the newly formed 8th Division attacked Guizhou and waited for an opportunity to attack Guangxi. The instructor and the new 9th and 10th divisions will serve as reserves! Xiong Wu introduced.

"Do we have enough troops? Is there a gap? Wang Xiao asked with some concern.

"Dashuai, we are not comparable to the Qing court in terms of troops. However, the million-strong army of the Qing court was scattered all over the country, and it would take some time for them to concentrate it. In addition, in terms of combat effectiveness, we are already far ahead of the Qing army. We will win this battle. It's just a matter of how much success can be achieved, and whether the results can be kept, this will be the time situation! Xiong Wu said.

"Well, let's follow this plan! I hope everyone will do their best, after this battle, even if they can't destroy the Qing court, they will let western Sichuan develop by leaps and bounds again! Wang Xiao said in high spirits.

"Yes, Dashuai!" Everyone is enthusiastic, and letting Sichuan replace the Qing court is undoubtedly the dream and goal of these people. And the current battle is particularly important. As long as they win, they will be one step closer to their goal.

Beijing, Forbidden City.

When Emperor Guangxu rushed to Chuxiu Palace, it was not surprising that Shi Duo was already here. He knew that after the next dynasty, Shi Duo must be the first to come and report what happened in the court to Cixi.

"Erchen has seen his father!" Emperor Guangxu respectfully kowtowed to Cixi.

"Get up, Emperor!" Cixi said expressionlessly. "I heard that the emperor is angry in the court again today? You are the king of a country, how can you lightly express all your joy and anger on your face? Isn't that rude? What would those minions think? Cixi reprimanded.

"Dear father, my son knows his mistakes. The son thanked his father for his teaching! Emperor Guangxu hurriedly said. He came here to ask Cixi to fulfill his original promise, but he didn't expect to be reprimanded by Cixi as soon as he came in.

"Hmmm! It's good that you remember it. Remember, you said that the monarch of the Qing Dynasty cannot do anything that undermines the majesty of the Heavenly Family! Cixi said.

"Yes, dear daddy! Erchen must remember it! Emperor Guangxu was very aggrieved, although he was reprimanded like a grandson, but he did not dare to express the slightest dissatisfaction.

"Alright, Emperor, sit down!" Cixi let Guangxu go.

"Thank you, Dad!" Emperor Guangxu breathed a sigh of relief.

"The slave priest knocks on the emperor! Long live the emperor, long live, long live! Only then did Shi Duo salute Guangxu.

"Get up!" Guangxu glared at Shi Duo fiercely, and was very dissatisfied with this lackey who was finally Cixi.

"Emperor Xie!" For Emperor Guangxu's hatred, Shi Duo didn't see it at all. The Qing Dynasty is still Lafayette in charge, a milky Emperor Guangxu, who can't make any big waves.

"Emperor, you don't deal with state affairs in the Heart Cultivation Palace, what are you doing here in the mourning family?" Cixi asked.

"Dear father, my son has encountered a problem, so I came to ask my father for help!" Emperor Guangxu said. In fact, what he thought in his heart was that the ghost was willing to come to you, and if all the power was not controlled by Cixi, he would not have come here to see this noble old woman.

"What's the problem? Let's let the mourners hear it! Cixi said.

"Dear Daddy. The bandits in western Sichuan have now defeated the Ma Jiajun and occupied the two provinces of Gansu and Qinghai, and they also killed Yang Changjun, the governor of Shaanxi and Gansu, they simply did not take the court in their eyes, they are going to rebel! Please also ask your father to support his sons, start a war against western Sichuan, exterminate these bandits in one fell swoop, and return a bright future! Emperor Guangxu said in a fierce voice.

"Emperor, is it a big deal to go to war? Mobilizing hundreds of thousands of troops requires a lot of silver. Does the household have so much silver? Cixi asked.

"I don't know this. However, even if there are great difficulties, we must overcome them. Otherwise, once the tiger is in trouble, it will be too late! Emperor Guangxu said resolutely.

The mourning family agreed that the imperial court should prepare first. However, it is also necessary to find out why. If western Sichuan can take the initiative to withdraw from Qinghai and Gansu, then they will not be held responsible. If they don't retreat, then let them know how powerful the court is! Cixi said.

"Yes, dear father!" Emperor Guangxu said. He was already very satisfied with being able to make Cixi have such a statement.

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