Fengxian Jiangshan

Man is a very strange animal, no matter how shrewd a person is, he is prone to make the mistake of wishful thinking, and Yuan Shikai was like this at this time.A few months ago, the general situation of the world was still under the control of Lao Yuan, who dared not refuse to order the world.

As a result, after he proclaimed himself emperor, the hearts of the people in Beiyang were scattered, and the Yunnan Army in the Southwest launched an attack. At this stage, Lao Yuan was suffering from internal and external troubles. Unfortunately, his health deteriorated rapidly. No one in the Yuan family lived past the age of 60. This is almost a demon. The curse lingered in Yuan Shikai's heart.

The sun was setting and the dying Yuan Shikai suddenly found that there was another person holding the banner of loyalty and loyalty, and wanted to be loyal to him when all the relatives were betrayed. This gave Yuan Shikai a little comfort.All the counselors under him gathered in the Xinhua Palace, and Lao Yuan held Zhang Zuolin's power-up in his hand, his expression a little excited.

"My lords, since Cai E's rebellion, how many people in the world are waiting to see my jokes. These people have forgotten that if there is no me, can they have what they are today? Now their wings are hard and they want to stand on their own. This is unthinkable!"

Everyone knew that what Lao Yuan was talking about was Duan Qirui, but no one was silent. Lao Yuan put the telegram in his hand on the Longshu case, and said loudly, "Have you seen Zhang Yuting's telegram? It's so good. The word loyalty is the foundation of one's life. Whoever forgets loyalty will have no way to stand firm in the world. Soldiers do not interfere in politics, and the army belongs to the country. Isn't this the loudest slogan shouted by those returning from studying abroad? What happened? , the army has become their personal armed force, and the rebels who follow Cai E and his like fight against me, and they will not end well!"

The following people were a little confused when they heard what Lao Yuan said. It stands to reason that Lao Yuan is such a shrewd person, how could he praise Zhang Zuolin because of a power call? Everyone can say nice things these days, but no one I won't take it seriously.

Only Yang Shiqi, who knew Yuan Shikai's temper best, seemed to understand.Lao Yuan has been regarded as a life-saving straw by Feng Jun. He hopes that Zhang Zuolin will stand up and set an example for the swaying power faction in the world. A bandit leader can still be loyal to me. You people who are favored by Yuan Shikai, don’t you? Shouldn't you stand up?

Yang Shiqi didn't believe that the call was from Zhang Zuolin's heart, but he also saw the excited look of old Yuan Shikai. He didn't want to pour cold water on Yuan Shikai, so he could only pray silently in his heart, what Zhang Zuolin said was true.

But there is one who is a little ignorant.That is Liang Shiyi, he said: "Your Majesty, Zhang Zuolin is very cunning, and this telegram is probably not his sincerity. I think that not only should he not be happy, but he should also be on strict guard. This kind of reckless person has no faith. It is common for him to go back on his word."

Liang Shiyi still wanted to continue to speak ill of Lao Zhang.Yuan Shikai waved his hand suddenly, interrupted his words, and said: "Whether Zhang Yuting is loyal to me or not, you don't need to guess casually, just look at his actions. Didn't he say that he has prepared an advance team for the Fengjun in the power-up? As long as he can send troops Entering the customs proves that he is loyal to me."

Liang Shiyi made a fuss, and the others were also constantly thinking about whether Zhang Zuolin could send troops into the customs.Just as they were thinking, Fengtian's movements became bigger and bigger.

Zhang Zuolin began to recruit soldiers on the grounds that the loss of the bandits was too great, and formed an advance team of the Fengjun, and quickly formed a brigade of troops. He also appointed Zhang Jinghui as the training director, and stepped up training every day. Zhang Zuolin also participated in the training every day. Speaking to the soldiers, what they repeatedly preached was loyalty and loyalty to the great emperor, and there was a huge momentum for a while.

But those who know the inside story know that this army is a complete mob, the main force of which is Duan Zhigui's guard regiment, mixed with many Yi army prisoners, the old military police who were cut down, and a large number of bandits and bandits. Helping people is wild and unruly.

Lao Zhang sent Doufu Zhang to be in charge of training. This group of people probably fled in all directions before going to the battlefield, but it was enough to fool people with this thing. Fengtian became more and more violent, and the pressure of public opinion also came to Fengtian , scolding Zhang Zuolin willingly to be a lackey of the imperial system, perversely perverse, and a sinner of the country.

"Zhuoyan, you gave Yu Ting an idea, but you got scolded every day, Yu Ting wants to settle accounts with you."

"Father, the seventh uncle should be happy. The more someone scolds him, the harder he scolds, the more benefits he can reap."

"Nonsense, destroying bones and destroying bones, haven't you heard the saying that everyone can make money?" Zhang Zuoxiang widened his eyes: "Even Yuan Shikai can't bear the pressure of public opinion. Our Fengjun is not as thick as Yuan Shikai's waist." .”

Zhang Tinglan smiled slightly: "Father, public opinion is indeed powerful, but it must be coordinated with other powerful forces, otherwise public opinion alone will not have any effect."

"Are you so sure that other forces won't take the opportunity to attack? I think you're out of your wits!"

"Father, you always only know one thing and don't know the other. It was Lao Yuan who created Beiyang's system and made Beiyang a force that ruled the world. Even Duan Qirui and others have to accept this favor. They can't throw it away." Open Lao Yuan!"

Crying for the dead is actually for the living to see. I am afraid that everyone understands this simple truth.In Zhang Tinglan's eyes, Yuan Shikai was already an out-and-out dead man. From the moment he ascended the throne, Lao Yuan was finished.

This is an indisputable fact, but even though Lao Yuan is gone, there are still countless "little Yuan Shikai" in Beiyang, Duan Qirui, Feng Guozhang, Cao Kun, etc., all of whom are deeply favored by Lao Yuan, and have a close relationship with Yuan Shikai. Thousands of connections.

It was Lao Yuan who led Beiyang to overthrow the Manchu Qing Dynasty, suppressed the Democratic Party, and became the biggest force ruling China. Therefore, the power in the hands of Duan Qirui and others was given by Lao Yuan. Yuan Shikai is the spiritual leader of Beiyang. To be loyal to Lao Yuan is to be loyal to Beiyang, elevating Yuan Shikai is to affirm the legitimacy of Beiyang's rule.

This is a very profound political issue, just like all dynasties have to revise the history of the previous dynasties. This is to demonstrate the legitimacy of their own regime, and it is a major event that must not be ignored.But it's a pity that the people in Beiyang didn't have this political consciousness. After the fall of Lao Yuan, they allowed the public to slander Lao Yuan, and they were labeled as robbers. They were obviously the first official president, but they sat idly by. The title of the father of the nation fell into the hands of a bully.

Duan Qirui and the others didn't understand that if Yuan Shikai was a country thief, they would be country robbers. If Lao Yuan was discredited, they would lose face, which would make their regime unstable. relation.

"Father, the Beiyang tree has deep roots and will never completely fall. From this moment on, we should manage this loyal minister well until Lao Yuan steps down. The army tore his face."

Zhang Zuoxiang's education level is not high, it is very difficult to understand this kind of twists and turns, but after listening to Zhang Tinglan's explanation carefully, he finally has a little understanding, can't help but nod repeatedly, and a gratified smile appeared on his face.

"Ting Lan, I didn't expect to have such a relationship. It seems that Yu Ting will be ready to be scolded!"

The father and son chatted for a while, Zhang Zuoxiang suddenly changed the subject: "Tinglan, Yuting has already told me that you are going to be in charge of the reclamation troops, and your rank will be promoted to brigade commander."

"Father, brigade commander is good, we are on the same level!"

Looking at the heartless Zhang Tinglan, Zhang Zuoxiang wanted to slap him: "Tinglan, you are very smart in other things, why are you confused here? The reclamation army is not a regular army at all, even if you become a division commander , it’s useless. And you have to see clearly, this is Yuting restricting your development, why don’t you know how to worry!”

"Father, this kind of thing must be inevitable. I have nothing to worry about." Zhang Tinglan said with a smile: "Feng Jun is still in a period of rapid ascension, and the Seventh Lord will never rule him in the three eastern provinces just to restrict me." put aside his ambitions, so he couldn't do without me."

"What about when his wings are full and he dominates the three eastern provinces?"

"At that time, I had enough capital to contend with. What's more, I'm still young now. If I mix all kinds of things, I can also accumulate experience and contacts to prepare for the future."

As a superior, you must pay attention to the balance of your subordinates. Zhang Tinglan has thought of this a long time ago, but now his cooperation with Zhang Zuolin is far greater than confrontation. Lao Zhang needs Zhang Tinglan's talent, and Zhang Tinglan needs the stage provided by Lao Zhang. Now Both parties can be intimate.

As for the future, Zhang Tinglan has also made enough preparations. The North Market, the Industrial Group, and Fengtian Bank are all laid out step by step. In a few years, Zhang Tinglan will also complete the layout in the army. Even if Lao Zhang wants to deal with him Started, also lost the opportunity.

Zhang Zuoxiang was relieved when he saw that his son was ready. It seemed that his worries were unnecessary, and his son was not stupid.

After Zhang Tinglan communicated his thoughts with Zhang Zuolin, Lao Zhang also woke up like a dream. It turns out that being loyal to Yuan Biao at this time can also win the hearts of Beiyang. The army is still too weak. If he can get the approval of Beiyang through respecting Yuan, he can save himself a lot of trouble.

Lao Zhang immediately called Sun Liechen over and asked him to go to Beijing to show his loyalty to Yuan Shikai. At the same time, he asked Yuan Shikai to provide a brigade and send the Fengjun advance team into the pass to participate in the battle against the guards.

Just when Sun Liechen was leaving, Lao Zhang sent another telegram to Yuan Shikai, reporting the status of Fengjun's planning and planning to send a brigade to enter the customs first. After Lao Yuan saw it, he was completely moved.

Thinking of other people's twitchy behavior, Lao Zhang sent a brigade without hesitation. This is the difference in being a human being, and he immediately agreed to Feng's request to expand the army.Moreover, Lao Yuan forwarded Zhang Zuolin's telegram to the generals in other provinces, letting them see how to be a loyal minister and good general. (To be continued..)