Chapter 181: Succession

In September, the weather was clear. When the morning sun shrouded the rapidly developing city of Chengdu, Wang Yuze had already gotten up for a long time. Today, the breakfast of the Embassy was half an hour earlier than usual. After breakfast, Wang Yuze began to pack up. In fact, there was nothing to clean up, he was still wearing a military uniform without epaulettes. Originally, his wives were built to wear suits, which was more spiritual. However, Wang Yuze still chose a military uniform.

The reason is simple, for a long time to come, the army, will be in the first place. Although domestic development is also important, China must rely on the military to rise. Only by relying on the army to defeat the surrounding enemies and the great powers can China win more living space, so as to promote more rapid economic development. Of course, money is also needed to fight a war. This makes the armed forces and economic development two complementary aspects. Only when the economy develops can the army become stronger. Only a strong military can enhance the convenience and security for economic development.

In the country's economic construction, there is no shortage of strongmen in the cabinet, and there are not many more than one Wang Yuze. Moreover, Wang Yuze himself is not very good at economic construction. But in terms of the army, or in terms of grasping the trend of national development, then he should not give in.

Looking at the mirror and the resolute young man inside, Wang Yuze was still very satisfied. Now that Wang Xiao has passed away, there is no one to shelter him from the wind and rain anymore, and he has to rely on himself.

"Young marshal, it's almost time. We're ready to go! Wang Wei came in and reminded. Wang Wei's current position is still Wang Yuze's adjutant, and Wang Yuze originally wanted to arrange Wang Wei to the combat unit or the internal affairs department, so that he could have a good future. However, Wang Wei himself refused. Now Wang Yuze needs to take over power in western Sichuan, and there are still many places that need his assistance. How could he leave at this time?

"Hmmm! Let's go! Wang Yuze nodded.

Today is the day of his succession ceremony. Although, the position of the Sichuan West Patrol Envoy has not been recognized by the Manchus now. But whether it's Wang Yuze or others in western Sichuan. I don't care. Wang Yuze has become the de facto leader of western Sichuan, and today is just a formality, and at the same time, it is also to announce to the outside world that the power of western Sichuan is officially in his hands.

The ceremony was held in the military auditorium of the General Staff Headquarters. It's the place where military commendations take place every year, enough to accommodate thousands of people. Although there were not many people participating in Wang Yuze's succession ceremony, it also needed a large auditorium to accommodate it. Those who attended the ceremony included senior government officials. High-ranking military generals, consuls of various countries in Chengdu. Manchu officials in Chengdu, outstanding businessmen, scholars, scientists and other celebrities. Reporters from several major newspapers in western Sichuan were also allowed to enter the area for interviews. Plus the guards who are responsible for security, orderlies and so on. Therefore, even if the military auditorium can accommodate thousands of people, it is full.

Originally, the Cabinet wanted it to be held in the auditorium of the Prime Minister's Office. But the auditorium of the Prime Minister's Office is relatively small and cannot accommodate so many people. Coupled with Wang Yuze's own wishes, the ceremony was placed here.

At half past eight in the morning, the participants of the ceremony entered the venue one after another. At the front are cabinet members, consuls in Chengdu, and military officials. Behind are the governors and vice governors of the provinces, the mayors of important cities, and the division commanders and brigade commanders of the military. And then later. It's the personnel of all walks of life. As for the rostrum, sitting were Prime Minister Liang Xingrong and Chief of Staff Xiong Wu. However, between the two of them, there was a vacant position. Everybody knows. This position belongs to Wang Yuze. This young man, who is only 20 years old, will become the new ruler of western Sichuan.

At nine o'clock, Wang Yuze arrived in the auditorium and walked to the empty seat on the rostrum and sat down. Today, his face was stern and he looked very majestic.

"Hello Uncle Liang, hello father-in-law!" Wang Yuze greeted Prime Minister Liang Xingrong and Chief of Staff Xiong Wu on both sides of the cabinet.

"Young marshal, after today, it's time to call you Dashuai. However, I hope you understand what these two words mean, and the responsibilities they entail! Liang Xingrong whispered. When it came to Wang Yuze, it was a military uniform, and his brows wrinkled involuntarily. He could feel that compared with Wang Xiao of Shoucheng, Wang Yuze was more keen on expansion. It's hard to say whether expansion is good or bad. However, as the old Chinese saying goes, "If you are warlike, you will die!" This makes Liang Xingrong a little worried about the future development of western Sichuan.

"Yes, Uncle Liang, I'll remember!" Wang Yuze said. Let the development of western Sichuan be better and make China's development stronger, this is Wang Xiao's last wish, and it is also Wang Yuze's own wish. From then on, he will have to work hard for this for the rest of his life.

Xiong Wu kept a smile on his face, and when Wang Yuze came to this ceremony in a military uniform, he could certainly understand the meaning. There is no doubt that the military will grow rapidly in the future. In the heart of every soldier, there is a golden iron horse, the dream of expanding the territory for the country. When Wang Xiao was in power, the military was suppressed too hard. And now, with Wang Yuze in power, the military will undoubtedly enter a stage of explosive growth.

The people who attended the ceremony under the rostrum also had countless speculations because of Wang Yuze's dress. Cabinet members are generally in a heavy mood. Of course, it is not that they do not want to expand in western Sichuan, but they want to put more resources on internal affairs, on economic development and on improving people's living standards, rather than on depleting them in war. The generals of the military were overjoyed, and many of them almost laughed in the sky. After Wang Yuze entered the army, western Sichuan began to expand frantically. These military generals are undoubtedly the ones who directly benefit. Most of them have been raised in military ranks. If western Sichuan continues to expand next, it will undoubtedly need more troops. When the time comes, they will naturally rise to the top.

The consuls of various countries in Chengdu also seemed to be aware of what Wang Yuze was trying to express. This worries them. A powerful western Sichuan is already unstoppable. The rise of western Sichuan will inevitably threaten their interests. Of course, Lucas, the German consul in Chengdu, couldn't hide his smile in his eyes. Kawanishi today is very similar to Germany 20 years ago. After the reunification of Germany, it achieved rapid development. Moreover, there was a huge conflict of interests with the old powers. Once western Sichuan completes the reunification of China, it will inevitably rise rapidly. A rising China is bound to pose a great threat to the interests of the great powers in the Far East. If the most powerful countries at both ends of the Eurasian continent join forces, it is very likely that they will defeat these old powers that have fallen and redivide the world.

"Dear colleagues and friends! The death of Dashuai plunged the entire western Sichuan into grief. Without Dashuai, there would be no current West Sichuan. Now, please stand and observe a three-minute silence in honor of you! The person in charge of presiding over the ceremony was Deputy Prime Minister Yang Hua, who is also Wang Yuze's father-in-law. Wang Yuze succeeded to the throne, and Yang Hua was very happy. Although he is now the deputy prime minister of the cabinet, his actual power is not as great as when he was the provincial governor. Now that his son-in-law has become a handsome, isn't he, who is a father-in-law, rising with the tide? With Liang Xingrong's qualifications, there is no hope for Yang Hua as the prime minister. However, he can fight for the next prime minister. At the beginning, Wang Yuze personally promised him. What's more, although Liang Xingrong has a good relationship with the Wang family, he is always an outsider. It is better for such an important post as the prime minister to be held by his own people.

All the people stood up, bowed their heads, and expressed their condolences to Wang Xiao, who had passed away. Wang Xiao's contribution is very clear to everyone. Without Wang Xiao, there would be no current western Sichuan, and there would be no high-ranking and powerful them.

After three minutes passed, the entire auditorium seemed to be filled with mourning.

"The handsome man has passed away, but Sichuan West cannot be left without an owner for a day. The young marshal is talented and intelligent, and in the past two years, he has led my western Sichuan army to achieve a heavy victory, and the young marshal will inherit the legacy of the marshal and lead western Sichuan to a better future, which is the will of all our western Sichuan people! Next, please young marshal, our new marshal in western Sichuan will speak for you! Yang Hua said loudly.

In the auditorium, there was a round of applause. The generals of the military were particularly excited, and their palms were red.

"Uncles and uncles, Yu Ze is young, and it is the first time to take on such a heavy responsibility, and he still needs the support of his uncles and uncles. However, I promise that I will inherit my father's will and lead Kawanishi to develop better and stronger. Wang Yuze's speech was short, but he had completely corrected his position. From today onwards, all the political and military affairs in western Sichuan will be in his hands.

Next, Prime Minister Liang Xingrong and Chief of Staff Xiong Wu made speeches on behalf of the Cabinet and the military respectively. There is only one trace in their speeches, that is, from today onwards, the government and military in western Sichuan will closely rally around Wang Yuze, obey Wang Yuze's command, and strive for the prosperity and strength of western Sichuan.

After the auditorium, there was a grand reception. In the garden outside the staff headquarters, sake and ingredients have already been prepared. The reception was a self-service format, and those who participated in Wang Yuze's succession ceremony could communicate with others freely. Of course, almost all of them lined up to toast Wang Yuze and express their loyalty. This all means that Wang Yuze has established himself as the leader of western Sichuan.

PS: The third update is here!