mage in the late qing dynasty

Chapter 1005 Liu Danzi was tortured and killed
"These dumplings are made with great care," praised Zhan Tianyou.

Yang Sang'a also said, "Yes, the dumplings are beautifully wrapped. This is the first time I've tried cabbage-shaped dumplings. Sir, why are these dumplings emerald green?"

Zhao Chuanxin picked up a dumpling and put it in his mouth: "There is a spice added to the noodles, called pandan leaves, which are produced in Southeast Asia. The noodles are so green that they are juicy."

Jiang Lingzhu pointed at another serving of dumplings and said, "What's the name of this red fish-shaped dumpling?"

Zhao Chuanxin picked up one and put it in his mouth. He ground it with a few strokes, and his fine teeth easily crushed the dumpling into pieces.

He has a big appetite, which must be due to bad teeth. Fortunately, his teeth are more numerous and closer together than those of ordinary people.

He said: "This noodle is mixed with a fruit from Central and South America called pitaya, which is fiery red in color. The noodles are mixed with this color."

American engineer Adam James quickly interrupted: "I've eaten dragon fruit once. Mr. Zhao, dragon fruit is thousands of miles away. How did you transport the fresh fruit back?"

Of course Zhao Chuanxin went to buy it on the spot.

He lied: "There was ice on the ship, and I asked someone to bring it back."

Zhan Tianyou was shocked: "That's a lot of money. These dumplings are very precious."

"Oh, you all have worked hard, Zhao has seen it all. It's just that your teeth are not good, otherwise I would cover my face with gold."

Everyone laughed and was somewhat moved.

At this time, a carriage came hurriedly.

The carriage stopped in front of the crowd. Zhan Tianyou was a little nervous because he was once bitten by a snake and was afraid of ropes for ten years.

Zhao Chuanxin consoled him, "Don't worry, brother. Let alone dozens of bandits, even if there were thousands of troops, Zhao alone would be unable to break through."

Zhan Tianyou was no longer nervous and said with a smile: "In the whole world, only Mr. Zhao dares to make such a boast."

Those who were removed from their posts were several journalists.

They stretched their backs and legs and complained: "Mr. Zhao, please make it easier for us to find you."

The people who came were reporters from The Chinese Gazette, Shen Bao and Shishi Xinbao.

Among them were people who were familiar with Zhao Chuanxin, and they greeted each other familiarly when they met.

Zhao Chuanxin said indifferently: "I didn't bring any dumplings for you guys."

Several reporters laughed.

They have become accustomed to Zhao Chuanxin's attitude.

Even the bigwigs in the Qing court were relatively polite to reporters, because a person could become famous or infamous just by writing.

Only Zhao Chuanxin didn't take them seriously at all.

When they are needed, they are just called; when they are not needed, they are never willing to add an extra pair of chopsticks when eating.

"Hehe, hehe, bring your own dry food."

Zhao Chuanxin asked: "What are you doing?"

The reporter from Shenbao said: "In order to interview Mr. Zhao, I will tell him something."

Because it was the first time for the reporter to meet Zhao Chuanxin, he said cautiously: "Mr. Zhao, Japan's call for revenge is strong, and many places in Japan have held large-scale demonstrations demanding severe punishment for Mr. Zhao. However, the Chinese people applauded and said that Mr. Zhao is the first person in China to be proud of himself."

After hearing this, Zhao Chuanxin felt a slight throbbing in his temples.

During this period of time, the murderous intent that had just subsided emerged again: "I have killed countless people, and I cannot afford to pay with my life. They can seek revenge, but it depends on how many lives they are prepared to take."

Everyone present was silent.

It's more than just killing people like crazy?
Among the famous generals in ancient times, the most murderous one was Bai Qi, but how many people lost their lives at the hands of Bai Qi?
But looking at Zhao Chuanxin, there were probably no less than ten thousand people who died at his hands?

The reporter from Shenbao looked a little stiff, not knowing whether to praise or belittle: "Some people have called Mr. Zhao an enemy of ten thousand people. Anyone below ten thousand people is not enough for Mr. Zhao to kill."

The reporter of Wan Guo Gong Bao said: "Mr. Zhao, the British have been trying to sow discord in Tibet recently and expressed sympathy for Japan, which may imply an alliance with Japan. What do you think, Mr. Zhao?"

"I'll run and see." Zhao Chuanxin took a sip of the tequila brewed by Miguel Esteban. "The best defense is offense. The British kid has been showing off for a long time. I think Zhao must strike first."

The reporter from the Wan Guo Gong Bao's eyes lit up: "Mr. Zhao, the British have spoken out, and the officials and people in various provinces are worried. Zhao Chuanxin's words are inspiring. Do you dare to let me report it?"

Zhao Chuanxin put down his chopsticks and wine glass, stood up, put his hands behind his back, and laughed: "Don't bother to provoke me. If you want to report it, then report it. Who am I afraid of? The British are so happy to show off in Tibet. You can tell them for me that they will be punished soon. It's best to sleep with one eye open at night."

Seeing that Zhao Chuanxin did not take it as an offense, the reporter of the Wan Guo Gong Bao started to talk in depth: "Mr. Zhao, what do you think of the butcher Zhao Erfeng?"

"If we don't judge a hero by his position, I'm optimistic about this thief Sun."

"So, Mr. Zhao approves of his murder?"

"Then we have to decide who to kill! The rebels in Tibet are all fickle villains." Zhao Chuanxin said coldly: "Zhao Erfeng's killing skills are still a bit old-fashioned. If it were me, I would make sure that there are so few people there that there would be no one to use for rebellion."

"hiss……"

The people present took a deep breath.

They thought of an ancient saying: Those who are not of my race must have different hearts.

There is another saying: Those who follow me will prosper, and those who go against me will perish.

It seems that Zhao Chuanxin is a firm supporter of these two sentences.

Zhao Chuanxin told the three reporters: "You can tell the 13th Dalai Lama for me. Didn't he just return to Tibet? Tell him to be careful. I, Zhao Chuanxin, don't fear ghosts and gods. I only know how to kill. If he feels wronged, let him be patient for two years. There will be a time when things will turn around. If he keeps colluding with Britain and Tsarist Russia, I will come to teach him whether it is the living Buddha who knows everything or the bloodthirsty God who is more powerful."

The Dalai Lama returned to Tibet and first colluded with the British. He then played a double-faced game with Tsarist Russia and cut off Tibet's transportation with the interior, which clearly showed his intention to rebel.

It doesn't matter if he rebels against the Qing court, but if he wants to establish himself as king, it would be tantamount to seeking death.

These reporters said they were there for an interview, but they just came over to take a look after Zhao Chuanxin's last wave of traffic was about to end.

But what Zhao Chuanxin said today was enough to shock the whole country.

……

In Linjiang County, Gao Li saw the Japanese troops on the opposite side, and the Japanese troops in Zhongjiang County also saw the troops of the Lugang Town Insurance Team.

Zhao Zhongyi personally visited Linjiang County.

Fog shrouds the green mountains, and the trenches and artillery positions are well established; smoke shrouds the green forests, and guns, cannons, and horses are all ready.

Everyone is vicious and ferocious. They raise soldiers for a thousand days just to be killed in battle.

However, Zhao Zhongyi said to Gao Li and others: "It doesn't look like they want to start a war. When we came, they retreated and seemed to be trying to dispel our hostility."

The Lugang Town Insurance Team has fewer people, but their spirit and energy are stronger than the thousands of troops on the opposite side.

If a fight really breaks out, Zhao Zhongyi will not be afraid.

The cannons are all Krupp.

Everyone was equipped with a gun, even a pistol, not to mention a rifle. They were all the best available and had plenty of ammunition.

They also have a number of secret weapons, such as grenades and mortars.

The Lugang Town Insurance Team is a veteran team. Although they are small in number, each of them is worth ten men.

Over the years, they have been fighting and raising their troops at the same time, and training their troops scientifically. Although they are slightly inferior in strategy, they are unmatched in tactics in this land.

Sun Yanguang said: "Commander, I don't think the Japanese want to go to war with us. Instead, they seem to be on guard against us."

After Sun Yanguang returned from Japan, he was immediately given an important position, higher than Wang Long.

Zhao Zhongyi was stunned: "What are we on guard against? We are not going to initiate a war."

Gao Li was moved when he heard this: "Could it be the Yanbian area?"

Zhao Zhongyi's expression changed slightly.

……

Wu Luzhen was entrusted with an important task by Xu Shichang and was appointed as the Director of Yan-Jilin Border Affairs and Assistant Commander-in-Chief of the Army.

In addition, Fengtian Prefecture established a new army town in Yanbian area, with Wu Luzhen serving as the town commander. The number of people was about 4000, which was quite a lot.

Although Wu Luzhen had a good personal relationship with Liu Yonghe, his appointment to the post still aroused the vigilance of the Beishui Army.

Liu Yonghe speculated that Xu Shichang and the Qing court's move was either intended to target their naval forces or the Japanese troops gathering on the other side of the river.

He simply went to Wu Luzhen to find out what was going on.

Wu Luzhen had just taken office and had a lot of things to do.

Although a new military town was established, it had few soldiers under its command, and the required 4000 soldiers were far from being gathered.

"Shou Qing, to avoid misunderstanding, please tell me your intentions."

Wu Luzhen smiled bitterly: "Brother, I can't tell you now. But don't worry, Governor Xu and I will never do the kind of infighting that will make our relatives sad and our enemies happy." Liu Yonghe asked a lot of questions but didn't get any useful information, but Wu Luzhen's sincere words somewhat dispelled his doubts.

Xu Shichang in Fengtian also had some plans with Aisin-Gioro Zaifeng.

The two talked on the phone, and Aixinjueluo Zaifeng said: "Bu Wu, you transferred Wu Luzhen to Yanbian, but others said that he was suspected of collaborating with the enemy, after all, he was close to Lugang Town and Beishui Army."

Xu Shichang hurriedly endorsed Wu Luzhen: "Your Highness, Shou Qing is capable and modest, but he has prestige in both military and political affairs. He is close to people other than Lugang Town and Beishui Army, and everyone around him respects him. His friendship with Zhao Chuanxin is even more like a gentleman's friendship. I am confident that he can handle things."

Aixinjuelu Zaifeng still had doubts in his heart, but he had to give face to his trusted ministers, so he could only say: "No matter what, we must sign the Jiandao Agreement with Japan tomorrow. Tell Wu Luzhen that he must abide by the agreement and must not create any more grudges with the Japanese. If we act too hastily, it will only give Japan more excuses to take advantage."

On the second day, the Qing government and the Japanese signed a treaty. The truth could not be hidden, and the content of the Jiandao Agreement was exposed.

To be sure, this agreement is seen by some as a diplomatic victory.

After all, the original Japanese police station was converted into a consulate.

South Korean officials also have to evacuate their people.

However, the railway connection connected Japan's troop transport lines, and several open areas allowed the Chinese and Koreans to trade freely, which made things convenient for the Japanese.

The area outside the Great Wall was leaky from all sides, and they could march straight in at any time. Their invasion of the three northeastern provinces entered a substantive stage, which was a hundred times more serious than building police stations before.

Hasegawa Yoshimichi was very shrewd. When Oshima Yoshimasa handed him the evidence, he was overjoyed and immediately took it. He also proposed in Japan to send additional troops to South Korea.

Therefore, before the signing of the agreement, there was a new North Korean army on Korean soil with the 19th and 20th Divisions as the main force, which was able to confront Lugang Town and Beishui Army on the border.

They have been waiting.

What are you waiting for?
After the treaty was signed, they sent people to survey and map several open areas, preparing to connect the Huining and Changji railways, and colluded with local tyrants to illegally mine the Tianbaoshan silver mine.

Liu Yonghe is very resistant to aging, but he is old after all, and his hair and beard are beginning to turn white. After learning the contents of the agreement, he almost fainted.

"Damn, idiots, the Qing court is a bunch of idiots, Zaifeng is also an idiot, they are all fucking idiots..."

Liu Yonghe cursed for the whole day.

He finally understood why the Japanese 19th Division was confronting them on the other side of the river.

If those places were really opened according to the agreement and the railways were connected, all the efforts of the Qing army in the past few years would be wasted, and the Qing government would only win in name, which would be a loss to others and not benefit itself.

Hasegawa Yoshimichi must have been worried that the Beishui Army would become so angry that they would fight to the death with them.

I am more worried that Lugang Town will help.

Hasegawa Yoshimichi was right to be concerned.

The Japanese first crossed the border and set up road signs from Sanhe to Longjing. Soon a large group of people came to survey the terrain and prepare to build a railway.

Liu Yonghe, who was full of anger, led his men to shoot and kill the Japanese.

Upon hearing the news, Tachibana Koichirō, the commander of the 19th Division on the other side of the river, was immediately furious: "Baka, Tono Takaki, lead your men to attack immediately, Liu Yonghe must die!"

The two sides fought at the Sanhe point.

……

When the United States learned that the Qing government had signed the Jiandao Treaty with Japan, it was very angry.

Ronaldinho has stepped down and the new American boss is Taft.

Taft was in the same camp as Ronaldinho and could be considered his successor.

You could say he's a good judge, but not a good boss.

This person almost worships the law and is not keen on being a big boss.

After he took office, monopoly capitalists such as John Rockefeller, Andrew Carnegie, JP Morgan and others sent congratulatory messages and donated varying amounts of political funds in legal forms.

Taft continued Ronald Reagan's big stick policy.

Philand Knox got his wish and became Secretary of State.

Taft said to Philand Knox: "Sir, we should continue to expand outward and innovate. There is no doubt that our political influence will increase with the increase of our foreign trade and investment. Your plan with Zhao Chuanxin has aroused Japan's vigilance. Japan has increased its bargaining chips through the Jiandao Treaty. I think you should also speed up your investment in the Far East."

Philand Knox vigorously promoted gold and silver diplomacy.

The two sides immediately agreed on the same point of view.

Philander Knox approached consortiums such as JP Morgan and the steel tycoon and asked them to speed up their investment.

Philand Knox said to the crowd: "Gentlemen, Zhao Chuanxin is extremely tough. No matter whether you were his enemy or friend in the past, he has now become our breakthrough in the Far East and our bayonet against Japan. It is time to give him some sweetness."

Old JP Morgan was silent for three seconds, then he said, "Mr. Knox, I fully support this investment, but Zhao Chuanxin is a man of uncertain mood. If he is a bayonet, then this knife has no handle, and the person holding the knife may also be injured."

Philand Knox nodded and said, "Let me tell you something. From now on, the use of American diplomacy and military power will be completely subject to commercial interests. Does this make you feel at ease?"

The crowd was in an uproar.

……

Zhao Chuanxin didn't know this.

He and the survey team lived in the open air and were able to solve any problem, big or small.

Zhan Tianyou looked at the steep mountain wall and frowned, saying, "There is no way around this place. Climbing up here is time-consuming and laborious."

Zhao Chuanxin volunteered: "You wait here, I will go survey it myself."

"This……"

Zhao Chuanxin had already climbed the kudzu vines and walked briskly up the mountain.

At the foot of the mountain, Jiang Ling's assistant was setting up a shed and exclaimed, "Look, the prefect is as light as a swallow."

Everyone looked up and saw Zhao Chuanxin moving around on the big trees. He could actually jump by lightly touching the soft treetops with his feet. They exclaimed in disbelief.

"Could this be called Qinggong?"

"Bodhidharma crossed the river on a reed, but that was all."

Zhao Chuanxin has the bonuses of Star and Moon, Reaction Shoulder Straps, and Violent Armor. He can run as fast as the wind or be as light as a swallow. He can also use flash occasionally. Climbing a mountain is as easy as eating and drinking water.

Normally, a surveying and mapping task would take several days to complete, but Zhao Chuanxin returned in just over an hour.

He was also proficient in painting and had records of the stars and the moon. When he came back, he handed over complete surveying and mapping drawings to Zhan Tianyou and others, with complete terrain and detailed data.

The group was shocked and surprised.

This kind of surveying and mapping makes rapid progress.

Zhao Chuanxin accompanied them in surveying during the day, and updated the "Code of the Old Gods" at night. He would also go to Quetshalan to take a look. The rural cavalry patrol police would report if they had anything to do and leave if they did not.

The Fearless Vanguard builds tunnels every day, and the road to survival to the Rune City is more than half completed.

After making money from selling sea grass, Zhao Chuanxin asked the Fearless Vanguard to send someone to buy materials and built nine more Black Widow puppets.

Currently, he has 739 million gold coins in deposit, 36 low-level blue crystals, 41 medium-level blue crystals, 18 high-level blue crystals, 49 heat source gems, mountains of explosive mycelium and oil root gunpowder, 5790 balls of mushroom mucus, 8920 black dragon horns of various levels of insect silk, 3570 balls of violet wine, 12 pieces of sea paper, and countless miscellaneous strange materials and rune fragments with different functions.

He finished refreshing the Code of the Old Gods in the underground fortress and came out of the utility room. Early in the morning, Pablo came to Quetshalan and told Zhao Chuanxin: "Don John Constantine, the Kanye West you are looking for has been found."

Zhao Chuanxin was stunned again, then realized that it was Kang Youwei.

The name is really weird.

He took the address, looked at it, put it away, asked a few questions about recent developments, gave Pablo some British francs as a favor, and sent him away.

Aguilera Ida also woke up.

He said, "Don John Constantine, yesterday Emiliano Zapata sent someone to buy weapons and paid a deposit."

Zhao Chuanxin took the money, asked about the amount in detail, and went back to sleep.

Starting from the next day, after returning, first place a ward, and then teleport back to Lubin Prefecture.

Because the survey has brought us close to the Daxinganling Mountains, it wouldn't take much faith to go back.

Benjamin Goldberg has left Lugang Town and come to Lubin Prefecture, saying that he is here to conduct an investigation and to invest in Lubin Prefecture. He plans to build an arsenal here to produce guns and ammunition.

Zhao Chuanxin planned to return to the government office to deal with the official business that had been piling up for many days, and then go look for an apprentice.

However, when he arrived at the government office, Cui Fenghua, with a pale face, stopped him and said, "Sir, it's bad, something big has happened..."

Zhao Chuanxin paused and asked in a bad tone, "What's the matter?"

"Liu Yonghe was tortured to death by the Japanese, and the Beishui Army was defeated!"

(End of this chapter)