Fengxian Jiangshan

"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.

Chapter 159 The Great Justice

Sun Liechen came to Beijing on behalf of Zhang Zuolin, and received extraordinary treatment. Compared with the last time Lao Zhang was left out at the train station, he was extremely enthusiastic. Xinhua Palace.

The more enthusiastic it is, the more it means that Yuan Shikai is in a difficult situation. Otherwise, Zhang Zuolin would not pretend to be polite, why should he treat himself preferentially? Sun Liechen knew clearly that this is the unpredictable world. In just a few months, he became Lao Yuan asked Feng Jun for help.

Sun Liechen is also an acting school, he showed sincerity and fear, and followed Yang Shiqi to Lao Yuan's bedroom. Juvenile age spots, the complexion is even worse, and the face seems to be covered with a layer of black!

With a heart on his face, just looking at this picture of virtue, he knew that his days might not be long. This was just a flash of Sun Liechen's thought, and he still bowed down to Yuan Shikai honestly.

"Zan Yao, get back on your feet." Seeing that Sun Liechen was so obedient, Lao Yuan felt a lot better in his heart, and asked with a smile, "How is Yuting?"

"Returning to His Majesty, Zhang Shuai has just taken charge of the military power of Fengtian, and he is working hard to organize the army and do his duty loyally for His Majesty."

"Okay, okay, Yuting is a capable person, and Fengtian is under his rule, so I can rest assured."

After thinking for a while, Lao Yuan asked again: "Yuting said to send troops into the pass to join the war, how many people can Fengtian send out?"

"Reporting to Your Majesty, Fengtian's people are few and weak, and they have to shoulder the important task of border defense. There are not many troops that can be dispatched. For the time being, we can send a brigade of troops. In another month or two, Fengtian can organize a division of troops. For His Majesty's encouragement."

When Lao Yuan heard this, his eyes lit up. If Fengtian could really send so many troops, it would definitely have a great impact on the battle situation. Besides, Fengjun easily defeated Yijun, which shows that Fengjun's combat effectiveness is not weak. With [-] loyal and brave men, the front line may really be able to reverse.

Originally Zhang Zuolin said to send troops to support Lao Yuan, but Yuan Shikai was more of a psychological comfort, and he had not yet reached the time when everyone betrayed his relatives.But looking at it now, it was real support, and Lao Yuan felt warm in his heart.

But Yang Shiqi on the side was taken aback. Zhang Zuolin immediately agreed to send a division and a brigade, 5000 troops.This is not a small number. How many people does Lao Zhang have in total?

"Mr. Sun, Zhang Yuting only has the 27th Division under his command. Does he have an independent brigade? Could it be that he is going to send all his troops into the pass, so what kind of force will he use to guard Fengtian?"

Yang Shiqi's words also reminded Lao Yuan, don't just be happy, if Zhang Zuolin is talking big, he will be happy for nothing.

"Zan Yao. Do you have a specific plan for this army? But you must not ignore Fengtian. The Japanese are watching, and there are Mongolian bandits making trouble. If Fengtian makes a mistake, I will be a sinner through the ages!"

Although Yuan Shikai was a hero at the end of his life, he was still very clear-headed, and he must not lose the territory in his own hands. This is also a bottom line that many Beiyang warlords insisted on. Later, Lao Zhang was also killed in the bombing because he insisted on this bottom line. Went to Huanggutun.

"Your Majesty, Zhang Shuai has studied carefully. The last time General Duan brought some troops to Fengtian's guard regiment, they are all Beiyang elite soldiers with strong combat effectiveness. Zhang Shuai transferred some troops from the 27th Division to enrich them and form a brigade advance There is nothing wrong with the troops. The next division will be dispatched from various parts of Fengtian. The two guards, Ma Longtan and Wu Junsheng, have agreed to send troops with Zhang Shuai. able to form a division."

Sun Liechen didn't say anything about Feng Delin on purpose, apparently to trip up Old Feng. After hearing this, Old Yuan frowned slightly.

"Zan Yao, pulling out the main force will weaken the combat effectiveness of the Feng army, and how can the army assembled in this way ensure sufficient combat effectiveness, how to solve the problem of military pay and weapons, do you have a plan?"

Lao Yuan asked the point in every sentence. Obviously, the great emperor is not completely confused, and it is not easy to fool him.

"Your Majesty, mobilizing the main force will naturally affect the combat effectiveness, but Zhang Shuai and the two guards have already formulated a mobile defense strategy, relying on cavalry and railways to quickly transport troops. Once there is a problem, they will be quickly supported, which can greatly save troops. The various units of the Fengjun used to fight bandits together, and they have rich experience in joint operations. After training, they can fully maintain their combat effectiveness. As for the army's salary, they will try their best to raise their own salaries. They will borrow part of it from the Fengtian Bank and ask the British to solve the part. The most difficult thing right now It is arms, the gap is a bit big, but you can also find the Japanese to buy.”

After Lao Yuan listened to it, he nodded frequently. Zhang Zuolin really put his heart into it, and coordinated and considered all aspects, otherwise he would never be able to send so many people.Thinking of this, Lao Yuan was annoyed for a while. If other local officials could think of themselves like Zhang Zuolin, and forming an army of tens of thousands would be like playing games, how could Cai E be arrogant.

"I can tell that Yu Ting is the real loyal minister, and he has thought very carefully. I allocated [-] rifles to you, plus [-] mountain cannons, to equip the army. In addition, I asked Yu Ting to expand the independent brigade. Let's become Fengtian's security division, the troops are too weak, and they can't suppress those half-hearted rebels."

Old Yuan's rebellious minister was naturally talking about Feng Delin, Fengtian's four major forces, and the three agreed to send troops, only he remained silent, not a rebellious minister.

Yuan Shikai handed it over to the female officer under him, and after a short while took a bank note of 50 yuan and sent it to Sun Liechen. Now that the Beiyang government is in financial difficulties and can't get a penny out, this money is naturally old. Yuan's private property.

Yang Shiqi has followed Yuan Shikai for many years, and seeing old Yuan fall into this situation, his heart is also sour.To be honest, he didn't believe that Zhang Zuolin would be loyal to Yuan Shikai wholeheartedly, but at this time, he could only be a dead horse as a living horse doctor. He said to Sun Liechen, "I hope to tell Zhang Shuai that he will not disappoint His Majesty's trust."

Sun Liechen's heart was already full of joy. The weapons given by Lao Yuan were enough to equip a brigade, especially the artillery, which was a good thing that the Fengjun lacked.Although the money is not much, it can be regarded as a piece of meat. The most important thing is that Lao Yuan agreed to the expansion of Fengjun, and Lao Zhang will be able to own two divisions in a legitimate way. The purpose of coming to Beijing this time has been achieved, and Sun Liechen finally breathed a sigh of relief .

Kowtowing to Lao Yuan one after another: "Your Majesty's grace, I will keep it in mind, and I will definitely die after I die!"

Sun Liechen left Xinhua Palace, and he couldn't return to Fengtian for the time being. Although Lao Yuan promised to give Fengjun weapons, he still didn't see rabbits and didn't scatter eagles. He still had to wait for Fengjun to send troops out. telegram.

After Zhang Zuolin saw it, he was also overjoyed, not only him, Zhang Zuo and others were also ecstatic. This time, he jumped out to support Yuan Shikai despite the huge infamy, and it is still a big profit. The benefits are beyond imagination.

Lao Zhang immediately appointed Zhang Zuoxiang as the commander of the Fengtian Security Division. Zhang Zuoxiang was promoted smoothly, and it happened to be the New Year's Eve. The people in Zhang's house were full of joy, and everyone in Zhang's house gathered together, laughing and laughing constantly.

In addition to Zhang Tinglan and Zhang Tingshu, Zhang Zuoxiang has several younger children, some even breastfeeding, such as his wife Hua Futian and other concubines to take care of these young masters and ladies.

Zhang Zuoxiang and his three sat together. Zhang Tinglan held a cigarette pouch in his hand and filled Zhang Zuoxiang with a pot of cigarettes.

"Father, try it all the time, this is the best Kanto Taiwanese film."

Zhang Zuoxiang's eyes lit up, and he took the cigarette bag: "This thing was a tribute at the beginning, and only the emperor can enjoy it." After lighting it, Zhang Zuoxiang took a puff beautifully, exhaled a big smoke ring for a long time, and said with a smile: " That's right, it does taste unusual!"

"I've heard people say that Kantotai Pian is different from other cigarettes. It can moisturize the lungs and relieve coughs, and it can also help digestion!"