Unlike the wars in Europe, in China, which is located in the far east, there is only one theme here: peace.

A full year has passed since the Battle of Shandong, and the war was limited to Shandong, and did not have much impact on other regions.

Looking at the peaceful scene around them, and thinking about everything that happened around them a few years ago, many people can't help but smile knowingly.

However, all this does not seem to have much impact on Wang Jingwei.

Just when Wang Jingwei was passing by a teahouse, someone suddenly called his name at the entrance of the teahouse. Hearing this voice, Wang Jingwei hurriedly looked up and happened to see the purpose of his trip.

"Brother Yuanzhou..."

Seeing Tao Yuanzhou standing at the door, Wang Jingwei hurriedly walked up.

"Zhaoming..."Looking at Wang Jingwei who came over, Tao Yuanzhou hurriedly waved his hand, signaling him to come over quickly. After Wang Jingwei walked in, Tao Yuanzhou looked outside and saw that no one was following, so he took Wang Jingwei inside.

Seeing Tao Yuanzhou being so cautious, Wang Jingwei said with some amusement. "Brother Yuanzhou, is it necessary to be so nervous, even if the special affairs bureau has hands and eyes, and I am such a small person, they don't have to stare at me..."

"You can't say that." Tao Yuanzhou shook his head. "After all, the stakes are high, what's more, Zhaoming, you say you're a little person? Based on your poem back then, how many people in China dare to say that you are a small person..."

Hearing Tao Yuanzhou say this, Wang Jingwei smiled. I didn't say much, but there was a hint of ......... in my smile Proud...

For Wang Jingwei, the assassination of Zaifeng back then was probably the proudest thing in his life. In particular, that poem is sung in China because of this. However, because of this, many people in Yan Shao's original history were not sure that this poem was actually written by Wang Jingwei.

After all, Wang Jingwei at that time was a big traitor known to everyone in the country, and he could almost be compared with Qin Hui. A poem like 'leading the knife into a fast, living up to the head of a teenager', if you don't know the way, it's hard to imagine that it was actually written by Wang Jingwei.

However, after the assassination of Zaifeng. Maybe it's because I escaped death and cherished my life more, compared to the beginning. Wang Jingwei also became a little indecisive.

By the way, it was precisely because of that assassination that Wang Jingwei and Chen Bijun were finally united. Many people in Yan Shao's era should have seen Chen Bijun's photo, how to say it. Extraordinary......... Unsightly?

But in fact, although Chen Bijun when he was young cannot be said to be a sinking fish and a goose. But it's also very good. Otherwise, Wang Jingwei, who was a young man at that time, would not have looked down on her.

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After following Tao Yuanzhou to the depths of the teahouse, Wang Jingwei and Tao Yuanzhou soon stopped in front of one of the more secluded rooms.

"It's here!"

Saying that, Tao Yuanzhou opened the door, and soon Wang Jingwei saw seven or eight people sitting inside, not only were they well-known people, but two of them were even members of the National Assembly.

Wang Jingwei only learned about this gathering not long ago, and the location of the meeting was not announced to Wang Jingwei. Just tell him to go somewhere. As long as he goes, he'll find a place...

At that time, Wang Jingwei didn't think much about it. Just followed the route announced, who would have thought that it had only been long before someone stopped him here.

"The spies of the Special Affairs Bureau are still very powerful..."After signaling Wang Jingwei to follow in, Tao Yuanzhou looked back and smiled. If we had decided on the location in advance, it would have been difficult to say that they would not have been ambushed in advance, so we would only inform us of the route, not the location, so that even if the secret service found out, by the time they got in, our meeting would be over..."

Although the scale of the Special Offices is getting bigger and bigger, after all, this kind of organization is vigilant by everyone, so the restrictions on movement are also very large. At least without a search permit, the Special Affairs Bureau cannot directly carry out operations, such as breaking down the door, etc., which is also one of the reasons why Tao Yuanzhou and they dare to gather here—————— just like he said, by the time the people from the Special Affairs Bureau come in, their meetings are almost over, and there is no need to worry at all.

After Wang Jingwei sat down, Tao Yuanzhou began to introduce them one by one.

Just like Wang Jingwei thought, almost all of the people present are some well-known people. Not only are two members of Congress, but the rest are not fuel-efficient lamps, they are either celebrities or government officials...

After introducing each other, Tao Yuanzhou looked at everyone and talked about business.

"I called everyone here this time, and I believe everyone knows very well what it is for. Not long ago, there was news from within the government that the government was interested in joining the Entente camp and even sending an expeditionary force to Europe to participate in the war, and now the government is in close contact with Britain and France and other countries, and has no intention of consulting with the Diet and other people..."

Speaking of this, Tao Yuanzhou's face showed a trace of indignation.

"Going to Europe to participate in the war, such a big matter was not discussed with the Congress, is this country his surname Yan a person who said it!"

As soon as Tao Yuanzhou's words fell, a whisper suddenly sounded in the room, obviously agreeing with Tao Yuanzhou's words.

The declaration of war on Germany and the entry into the war in Europe, although this matter was a secret, but after a few months. Don't talk about these people who have a deep relationship, even some ordinary people who care about current affairs know about it.

"Not long ago, Germany's Marshallese Counselor met with me, and he believed that if China really joined the Entente camp, it would be a great damage to China's relations with Germany and other allied countries, and I hoped that China would act cautiously..." But now that even the country is surnamed Yan, what can we do..."

"What President Yan did in this matter is indeed a little inappropriate..."Shaking his head slightly, a middle-aged man with short hair spoke.

Wang Jingwei recognized him, his name was Lu Dong, and he worked in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In a way, the top may not be counted. But it's still okay to be in the middle and high.

"Yes, now that the country is in ruins, why should we get involved in the war of the Europeans..."

"And Shandong. I just finished a fight in Shandong, I heard that it cost a lot of money, Shandong only played for more than a month and less than two months, if you go to Europe this time, I don't know how much it will cost..."

"It's nothing you do, the point is to go to war, the government didn't ask the parliament for advice, and almost everything was done by the National Socialists. Even Yan Shao decided for himself, wouldn't the government of the state and society become a dictatorship? ”

"Dictatorship? Hey, this country has long been surnamed Yan. Don't you see such an important department as the Special Affairs Bureau, the one surnamed Yan is only relieved to hand over to his wife, I see, maybe one day the surname Yan may be called the emperor..."

Hear here. Wang Jingwei's expression moved slightly. But nothing was said. Others continued to discuss, or complain, passionately.

It is not surprising that the people who came this time were originally summoned by Tao Yuanzhou, so it is naturally impossible to say good things about the national government. In their hearts, their antipathy to Yan Shao and the government can be said to be deep-rooted.

Since the establishment of the national government, the National Assembly and local councils have become vases and decorations, and the so-called parliamentarians have not only sounded good. There is hardly the slightest right. These people have long been very disgusted by this, but it was the time when the national government was at its strongest. Especially after the end of the Shandong Campaign, due to the victory of the war, the Kuomintang government gained great prestige, and these people became more and more afraid to confront the Kuomintang government.

But now...

They decided not to wait...

Because of this war, if the Entente really won, then the Nationalist government would have gained a higher prestige than the Battle of Shantung. At that time, the position of the Nationalist government will be as secure as a mountain, and they will be even less able to resist.

So they have to find a way to destroy this matter, even if they can't destroy it, they can't let Yan Shao and the Kuomintang enjoy this glory alone...

"Republic..."Tao Yuanzhou said categorically. I am afraid that it is useless to simply oppose the entry into the war, because this matter is not the wishful thinking of the National Socialist Party, and Britain, France, Russia and other countries are also in it, so we can only use the republic as a reason..."

"Republic?" Hearing Tao Yuanzhou say this, Lu Dong frowned, obviously not particularly understanding.

"Yes, Republic..."Tao Yuanzhou nodded. What did we overthrow the Manchus in the first place? Isn't it just for the sake of the republic, now that the Manchu Qing has been overthrown, a new government has been formed, and the situation in the country has become stable, we have every reason to seek a republic! ”

This is Tao Yuanzhou's purpose...

In Tao Yuanzhou's view, it is useless to simply oppose participation in the war. Because then not only will they have to face pressure from the national government, but even Britain, France, and Russia will probably become pressure. In this case, instead of opposing the war, it is better to promote a 'republic' and use this as an excuse to divide the power in the hands of Yan Shao and the Kuomintang.

In this way, if the war in Europe ends with the Allies winning, they can also share this glory and have the strength to confront Yan Shao...

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After listening to Tao Yuanzhou's words, everyone present was slightly silent, including Wang Jingwei, almost everyone guessed the real purpose of the word 'republic'.

So after an awkward silence, someone spoke. "But this ......... Can it be successful? ”

"Yes, now that Yan Shao is comfortable as the 'emperor', is it possible to allow a republic?"

Everyone else also nodded, and the current China has almost become a republic, which is equivalent to taking power away from him. How could Yan Shao agree...

"That's why I'm bringing you here," Tao Yuanzhou said with a smile. If it's just a few of us who admonish, it's definitely useless, maybe not even a little wave can be stirred, but what if it's loud enough..."

"This..."

"Didn't that Yan Shao always boast that he puts the people first, and if everyone supports the republic, how should he deal with it? I'm afraid he can only choose to compromise, of course, he can also not compromise, but wouldn't that just let the world see his hypocritical face..."Speaking of this, Tao Yuanzhou couldn't help but laugh proudly.

After listening to Tao Yuanzhou's words, after everyone present looked at each other, they felt that they could try it.

Even if they fail at the end, their purpose is legitimate, and they are all influential people. After taking into account these influences, I believe that Yan Shao will not be able to do anything with them?

"So what do we do?" Looking down and thinking about it, a person named Jack Ma asked. Wang Jingwei remembered that he seemed to be from the Ministry of Communications.

"It's simple. It's to activate all the relationships..."Tao Yuanzhou said with a smile. "As long as the surname Yan takes into account the will of the people and has to compromise, we win..."

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After everyone else left, just as Wang Jingwei was about to leave, Tao Yuanzhou suddenly stopped him from behind.

"Zhaoming, wait a minute..."

"What's wrong? Brother Yuanzhou? It was a little strange, but Wang Jingwei still stopped.

"It's nothing...", passed by Wang Jingwei's side. After looking outside and making sure that there was no one outside, Tao Yuanzhou closed the door. Then he said to Wang Jingwei. "What do you think of the plan just now?"

"It's very good..."Wang Jingwei really thinks so, although this plan seems simpler, but it works very well.

Republic?

At this time, not many people in China probably knew what a republican was, but this did not prevent them from using it as an excuse. Demand for the separation of power from the National Socialist Party.

That's right. Decentralization...

No matter how much flowery language is used as an excuse, in fact, the purpose of this time is to divide power from the hands of the National Socialist Party.

Many people, including Tao Yuanzhou, have long been fed up with this kind of day when they have no right in their hands and can only make vases. Therefore, they want to take away part of the power in the hands of the National Socialist Party, and this incident can only be regarded as a fuse, and at the same time a pretext.

And even if he is as strong as Yan Shao, I am afraid that he will be confused by this matter.

After all, Yan Shao has always prided himself on putting the people first. The interests of the people are always the first priority. Now that the people have come forward this time to hope for a republic, what should Yan Shao do? If it is really republican. Whether it is a true republic or a false republic, he must share a part of the rights, but if he refuses, then the whole country will see his true colors, and it can be said that the whole plan is beneficial to them and harmless...

"It's really a good plan..."With a wry smile, Tao Yuanzhou's face did not have the indignation just now. The problem is that there is one of the most serious flaws in this plan..."

"What flaw?"

"An influential leader..."Tao Yuanzhou didn't sell it, and said directly. I don't dare to say what we say, the person surnamed Yan does have a lot of influence in all walks of life, and with the encouragement of our people alone, I'm afraid that when the war is over, the matter will not be clarified, so we must have a figure who also has great influence to stand up, only in this way can we get more support and force Yan Shao to make concessions..."

"This is the purpose of Brother Yuanzhou, you came to me..."Listening to Tao Yuanzhou's words, Wang Jingwei couldn't help but smile bitterly.

At this time, he had more or less understood Tao Yuanzhou's purpose.

A person with huge influence, this person is definitely not referring to Wang Jingwei himself. He may have some influence, but he is definitely not huge, and he can't be compared with Yan Shao.

But he can't, the people behind him are fine.

This person is Song Jiaoren...

In China, there are many people with huge influence, Yan Shao is the biggest one among them, and in the back row, Song Jiaoren may not be ranked second, but the top five is still no problem. If Tao Yuanzhou's 'republican' action can bring Song Jiaoren out this time, they will definitely get a lot of support, and the whole plan will be much smoother...

"I'll try..."Wang Jingwei didn't directly agree. In fact, Mr. Benchu also thinks that the current political system is not very suitable, and he thinks that the cabinet system is more suitable for China, and I think the opportunity is still relatively large..."

Song Jiaoren, needless to say, is definitely an upright person. But he was an idealist.

How to say it, integrity aside, but idealists, usually nothing, but if this kind of person is allowed to run a country, it is likely to cause a lot of trouble and even disaster.

Because idealism is unrealistic in many cases.

Historically, Song Jiaoren and other Kuomintang members were like this, always thinking that Yuan Shikai would be at their mercy, but the truth gave them a few slaps in the face.

At this time, Song Jiaoren did not die as in history, but he was still an idealist. It is precisely because of his upright character and that kind of idealism that when he was in the Ministry of Integrity, he never relented, no matter how big an official he was, no matter what party he was, no matter what the relationship was, he would never let it go. is exactly like Yan Shaoji's plan, becoming a competent and hard-working woodpecker. And Song Jiaoren seemed to be enjoying it, and he didn't think about how many people he had offended at all, he only felt that in this position, he had done a lot of things that benefited the country and the people.

But...

He still hasn't forgotten his original ambition, the cabinet system...

In his opinion, only the cabinet system is the most suitable for China, and even after such a long time, Song Jiaoren has not changed. However, he also admitted that the current national government is really doing well, which is one of the reasons why he did not react violently, but Song Jiaoren has always been a little unaccustomed to the autocracy of the current national government...

Therefore, Wang Jingwei felt that if he challenged the Kuomintang government on the grounds of 'republican', there was a high probability that Soong Jiaoren would agree.

"In addition, there is the problem of funding, if you want large-scale publicity, you will definitely need funds, what do you think?" Seeing that Wang Jingwei seemed to have a way to persuade Song Jiaoren, Tao Yuanzhou couldn't help but be a little happy.

Hearing the previous question, Wang Jingwei was embarrassed.

Maybe he is a little unaccustomed to Yan Shao and the Guoshe government, but he is really not a greedy person, and he usually only receives a salary from the government, and he really doesn't have much money.

Seeing that Wang Jingwei seemed to be a little embarrassed, Tao Yuanzhou said tentatively. "There are people who are willing to support our move, do you think..."

"That's good!" Hearing that someone was willing to support, Wang Jingwei didn't ask who it was, and he replied happily.

Hearing Wang Jingwei say this, Tao Yuanzhou couldn't help but be happy.

"Okay, you go and contact Mr. Benchu first, and I'll find a way to solve the problem ......of funding..."