Years of the Republic of China 1913

Duan Qirui's official residence.

Sitting on the grand teacher's chair, Duan Qirui held a list in his left hand and a magnifying glass in his right, carefully looking at the names on it.

"I'm getting old, and my eyes are not working." After a long time, Duan Qirui put down the magnifying glass and laughed at himself after watching it for a long time. past.

He waved his hand and interrupted these meaningless words. Duan Qirui has been in a high position all his life, so how could he be confused by such words, but everyone present is his confidant, and he never blamed him, just smiled lightly.

"It's a good job, but how many of them can really be used by the old man?"

"Wang Yinchuan, Liu Enge, Huang Yunpeng, Tian Yinghuang, Xie Shuqiang, Jiang Shaojie and other 12 people should have no problem, plus Zhiyang, Yunpei and me, there are 15 people in total." Xu Shuzheng, Duan Qirui's right-hand man, answered this question. The other two seated were Yitang and Zeng Yujun, brain kings of the Anfu Club.

"Old Zhi, although the number of people is a little smaller now, there are many people on this list who can still be wooed. After all, most of these people are from the same village as old Zhi, and this relationship alone makes them a lot closer, and the key lies in the price we offer How exactly."

Wang Yitang arched his hands and said, Zeng Yujun on the side also nodded in agreement repeatedly. The Anfu Club has just been established. Duan Qirui's reputation and his three-inch tongue have attracted many people to join the club. Now, in less than a month, the club has 39 members, including 31 members of Congress, plus the other eight people in the club. Holding important positions in the political circles or having certain prestige and influence among the people, such strength is not inferior to some small parties.

"Price, haha." Duan Qirui smiled noncommittally. He certainly knew what Wang Yi said in Tang's words. Although China has achieved constitutional government on the surface, it is actually no different from the officialdom in the past.Nepotism, fellow countrymen, mentors and even money and status.These are still sharp weapons in the hands of all parties, even the kmt of Song Jiaoren, who is known as the pioneer of constitutionalism, is not immune, but it has made a little progress in some aspects, unlike some small parties that are blatant.

Doesn't Duan Qirui not know that these speculative politicians are all nieces or mothers?But it is simply impossible to achieve the goal without using these people, as the saying goes.A problem that can be solved with money is not a problem.Loyalty that can be bought with money is also unreliable. Duan Qirui immediately expressed his attitude that he can spend a lot of effort to win over some important people, even if the price is higher.As for some weeds, put them aside for the time being, usually raise them to help wave the flag and shout, and bleed a little at the critical moment, and it will still achieve the same effect.

"Good advice, Mr. Zhi!" Xu Shuzheng's eyes lit up, admiring him from the bottom of his heart.

"That's it. Xiao Xu and the two of you will decide these matters, and the old man will not show up."

"understand!"

Duan Qirui nodded, and picked up the teacup on his left, and the three of them got up and said goodbye immediately.

Wang Yitang and Zeng Yujun walked in front, Xu Shuzheng deliberately walked a few steps slowly and fell behind. After the two of them went out first, he turned and ran back.

"Xiao Xu, what else is there?"

"Old Zhi, there is indeed something to do." Xu Shuzheng whispered a few words in Duan Qirui's ear, and Duan Qirui's eyebrows twitched suddenly with a calm expression.He looked at Xu Shuzheng with suspicion.

"Is this true?"

"Never dare to hide it from Elder Zhi."

Frowning slightly and thinking about it, Duan Qirui said: "In this case, you should communicate with Zhao Zhi'an and let the police department handle this matter."

"But Mr. Zhi..." Xu Shuzheng didn't expect Duan Qirui to make such an arrangement, and immediately became anxious.

"Needless to say, a gentleman does something and doesn't do it. That's it." Duan Qirui closed his eyes after saying this, Xu Shuzheng hesitated for a while before answering, turned and left.

After leaving Duan Qirui's official residence, Xu Shuzheng seemed to be still thinking about what happened just now.When getting in the car, the entourage asked Xu Shuzheng whether he was going back to his home or going to other places. Xu Shuzheng just wanted to say that he was going to the police station.But when the words came to his lips, he suddenly changed his mind and completely dismissed the idea.

The armistice between China and Japan has officially come into effect, although the death of Yuan Shikai slightly affected the aftermath of the armistice.However, under the supervision of the military armistice committee composed of representatives from various countries in the mediation team and representatives from China and Japan, the armistice on the Fengtian and Jiaodong battlefields has been implemented, and the military demarcation line between the two sides has been demarcated. Xia also began to withdraw to the country.On the surface, everything seems to be developing for the better, but in fact, neither side of the armistice thinks that this agreement represents the coming of real peace, and they are sure that there will still be a war between the two sides.

The death of Yuan Shikai slightly weakened the influence of the Sino-Japanese armistice, but after the national funeral, people from all walks of life brought up the Sino-Japanese armistice and made a fuss about it. Under the quiet promotion of potential forces and people with good intentions, some people even pointed out in the newspaper that this is not an armistice agreement at all, but a traitorous agreement.

Of course, there are also some clear-headed people who refute. They think that although the armistice agreement seems to have suffered a small loss for the country, it is still feasible to consider this agreement from an international perspective.While Europe is still at war and countries are unable to mobilize their military forces to intervene in the Far East, the final result of fighting Japan alone with China's strength is likely to be a loss for both sides, and it may even destroy the newly established Republic of China. In view of this consideration, It is understandable that Zheng Fu temporarily ceased war with Japan, not to mention that this is only an armistice agreement, not an agreement to end the war. After the national strength increases, it will naturally regain the lost territory.

These completely different opinions express their own opinions and are debated endlessly in the media. Of course, a group of royal literati under Fang Zida's subordinates defended Zheng Fu. At that moment, Fang Zida secretly felt that something was wrong.

"Mr. Zhian, why are you here?"

Fang Zida, who smelled something unusual, decided to talk to Song Jiaoren about the matter. Who would have thought that when he came to the prime minister's office, he would see the chief inspector Zhao Bingjun in the leisure room outside the office.

"It's Zhang Ming. I didn't go to see the president off at the funeral a while ago, so I'm sorry here." Seeing Fang Zida, Zhao Bingjun quickly stood up. Zhao Bingjun, the former prime minister, is now also a member of the cabinet and serves as the national police. duties of the Superintendent.Although Zhao Bingjun did not make any political achievements in the position of Prime Minister, he was the founder of the first police organization in China, and he did much better than the Prime Minister in the position of Chief Police Officer.

"Mr. Zhi'an doesn't have to be like this. Are you feeling better?" Zhao Bingjun didn't go to the state funeral for a reason, because he almost lost his life not long ago.In order to improve the security arrangements in cities and regions across the country, Zhao Bingjun, who had been working in the office for several days without sleep or food, suffered a duodenal perforation. Fortunately, he was rescued in time to save his life.A few days ago, Zhao Bingjun had just been discharged from the hospital, and his pale face indicated that he was still a patient who hadn't completely recovered.

"It's okay, thanks to the doctor's skill." Zhao Bingjun smiled, and Fang Zida said a few more words about taking care of his health, and chatted with Zhao Bingjun while Song Jiaoren was talking to someone in the office.

"Zhang Ming, are you here today for financial matters? How is Zheng Fu's finances now?"

"Although there was a war between China and Japan some time ago, the finances have improved this month. This is also thanks to the foundation laid by the former president and Mr. Zhian's large loans. Otherwise, with the war of more than a month, I am afraid that the total finances will be destroyed. It's a mess." Fang Zida replied modestly, and praised Zhao Bingjun.

"Hehe, Zhang Ming said seriously. When I became Prime Minister, I was purely trying to catch ducks on the shelves. How could there be such great talents as Dunchu and you! Among other things, I have seen how the country has changed in the past two years. , If anyone between me sits in your seat, you won't do better. The president has a discerning eye, and Brother Dunchu is also a good fortune!"

Zhao Bingjun sighed sincerely, as if thinking of Yuan Shikai, took out a handkerchief and wiped the wet corners of his eyes.

With a slight smile, Fang Zida said, "But I'm not here today for financial matters, but for other things."

"Oh, what's the matter?" Zhao Bingjun asked casually, and suddenly remembered that it seemed a bit inappropriate to ask these words in his current capacity, so he shook his head and said, "Hehe, just ask casually, so there is no need for Zhang Ming to say it."

"It doesn't matter." Fang Zida said with a smile: "Actually, it's good that Mr. Zhi'an knows about it. I originally wanted to talk to Brother Dunchu before going to see Mr. Since Mr. happens to be here today, why don't you talk to Mr. First and listen."

Immediately, Fang Zida spoke softly about the current situation of public opinion, and raised his concerns.Due to Zhao Bingjun's special status, Fang Zida did not hide his guess, and also pointed out that he had asked the intelligence department to check, and was ready to take all precautionary measures before the situation deteriorated.

After listening to Fang Zida's narration, Zhao Bingjun's expression was unusually dignified.

"It turns out that the purpose of Zhang Ming's visit today is the same as mine." Unexpectedly, Zhao Bingjun said such a sentence. Just as Fang Zida was about to ask Zhao Bingjun if he had any news, the door of Song Jiaoren's office opened , the staff let go of several important officials from the Ministry of Communications, and after sending them out of the corridor, they came to Zhao Bingjun: "Director Zhao, you can go in now. Director Fang, please wait a moment."

Nodding and standing up, Zhao Bingjun said to Fang Zida: "Shangming, since we are all here for the same thing, why don't we go in together? So, no problem?" The last sentence was addressed to the staff, of course the staff knew Zhao Bingjun and Fang Zida's identities were immediately confirmed, and they were led into the office.