Fengxian Jiangshan

Wang Yongjiang, a nominal consultant, also came to check on him from time to time. He and Zhang Tinglan became more and more familiar, and the two often argued about some issues. He and Zhang Tinglan became close friends.

Just when the work of all parties was progressing smoothly, President Yuan Da of Beijing finally approved Zhang Xiluan's resignation request. It was time for Zhang Xiluan, the old governor, to leave. The throne of Fengtian Governor was vacant. Who can become the new Fengtian The master has become the focus of attention of all parties.

At this time, Yuan Shikai suddenly ordered Zhang Zuolin to go to Beijing to report on his work, and Lao Zhang was overjoyed. The long-awaited opportunity finally came.

Chapter 54 Wang Yongjiang's Reminder

As the saying goes, 7384, the king of Hades doesn't tell me to go.Mr. Zhang Xiluan is exactly 73 years old this year, and Confucius has not passed this hurdle. The old man feels that he is a little precarious. The main reason is that everything is not going well and everything is not going well.

Zhang Zuolin originally pushed him out everywhere, but he still maintained his superficial respect. As a result, Zhang Tinglan intervened, Lao Zhang saw a powerful opportunity, and Zhang Tinglan also attracted the support of Fengtian businessmen, Lao Zhang had a mass base , he is no longer willing to be inferior to others.

Zhang Xiluan's brother-in-law Lu Zhengxiong and his confidant Gao Ming were shot down one after another. Gao Ming's fate was even worse. The whole family was copied, and his father and brothers were all arrested. He doesn't even have the qualifications to be a powerful local, so he can only flee to the pass in despair.

As the saying goes, when Zhang Xiluan couldn't even protect his subordinates, people who had thought about it all turned against each other, and went to flatter Zhang Zuolin every day.For the governor's sake, Zhang Xiluan has no taste at all. At such an advanced age, why should he be bullied by the younger generation?

Zhang Xiluan continued to revise the book and asked to resign, and he became more and more earnest to Yuan Shikai. Lao Yuan had already prepared for it. Seeing Zhang Xiluan's firm attitude, he had no choice but to agree.

Of course, Zhang Xiluan was seriously dissatisfied with Zhang Zuolin's recent actions, and the old man reported Zhang Zuolin in the telegram.It is said that he is domineering and ambitious, and he must not be entrusted with important tasks. I hope that the president will choose the new capital carefully.

"This old godfather of mine is tearing his face!" Zhang Xiluan's mansion had already installed Zhang Zuolin's people, and he sent a telegram to Yuan Shikai, and Lao Zhang knew all about it, so Lao Zhang gathered all his brothers here. Tiger Hall, carefully discuss the countermeasures.

It is worth mentioning that Zhang Tinglan was left with a seat at the bottom, and he was able to participate in the discussion. Among Feng Jun's juniors, this is definitely a great honor, even Zhang Xueliang did not have this qualification.However, Zhang Tinglan earned all of this by himself. Through his efforts, the 27th Division has sufficient funds, continuous improvement of weapons, and harmonious relations with businessmen and people.

These are Lao Zhang's capital based on Fengtian, so it is inevitable to give Zhang Tinglan enough status.Of course, there were also people who were holding their breath, and that was Tang Yulin. His two sons were several years older than Zhang Tinglan, but they were not good at all.

"Old Qi, I have an idea. Yuan Datou is not a good person. Over the years, he has deceived many people to Beijing, and then detained them, such as Cai E, and Yin Changheng. Just as Zhang Xiluan filed a complaint, Lao Yuan Let Qi Ye come to Beijing, is he also planning to detain Qi Ye! Let's not just think about taking over the good deeds, but Yuan Datou has tricked us in the end."

Everyone was more positive in their thinking, thinking that Zhang Xiluan could be succeeded, but when Zhang Jinghui said this, everyone felt a little doubtful. Yuan Shikai's mind was indeed difficult to figure out. The 27th Division suddenly had no leader.

Sun Liechen frowned: "Old Qi, what Jing Hui said is also reasonable, you must be on guard against others, and Yuan Shikai is not a good thing either!"

As soon as Lao Zhang heard what the two brothers said, it made sense. He patted his bald head habitually, and happened to see Zhang Tinglan who was at the bottom. You are a junior, if you have any ideas, just say it, just treat it as an introduction, and then we brothers will think about it!"

Zhang Tinglan knew that she was soft-spoken and didn't want to talk too much, but when Lao Zhang called her, she couldn't pretend anymore, so she stood up, bowed to everyone, cleared her throat and said, "As the president, Yuan Shikai sees the world in his eyes." The overall situation is the safety of the three eastern provinces, and we will definitely not make a decision lightly just because Zhang Xiluan, an old crook, sues."

"You're right, Ting Lan, tell me more about what Lao Yuan thinks of the three eastern provinces?"

"I think there are two problems facing Lao Yuan now. The first is that Yuan Shikai's cronies are all in the pass, distributed in the Yangtze River and the Beijing-Tianjin area. He does not have enough power to manage outside the pass; Knowing Japan's ambitions, as the head of state, Yuan Shikai was absolutely unwilling to see the territory divided. Based on these two points, Yuan Shikai was actually in a conflict. He needed a strongman to fight Japan and stabilize the Northeast, but he was also worried that this strongman would exceed the control!"

After Zhang Tinglan finished speaking, Yuan Jinkai slapped him first. He had always played the role of Zhang Zuolin's counselor. With Zhang Tinglan's rise recently, Yuan Jinkai's position was very delicate.But he is also a smart person, Zhang Tinglan is capable, Zhang Zuoxiang is Zhang Zuolin's most trusted person, this kind of person cannot be offended.

What's more, what Zhang Tinglan said was really reasonable, and he made Yuan Shikai's thoughts clear all at once, so he clapped his hands in praise, and then said: "Master, nephew Zhang Xian made it very clear, there will be no danger in going to Beijing, most likely It's an opportunity."

Lao Zhang put his hands on his forehead, thought for a while and said: "Not necessarily, Ting Lan is right, Lao Yuan is contradictory, he will not easily give me the position of Baodudu, Yuan Datou has a lot of bad things, he can't be optimistic !"

"Seventh Lord, I guess this time Yuan Shikai asked you to go to Beijing. There is one more thing I want to ask, and that is the attitude towards Jun Xian. If you answer correctly, Yuan Shikai might become a confidant."

Zhang Tinglan knew in her heart that Yuan Shikai was seeking to become emperor, so she really wanted to know the views of the local power faction. This time, Zhang Zuolin was summoned because of a combination of various ideas.

"That's right, I also heard that the public opinion in Beijing has been heated up. Yang Du also established a security committee, most of which is to build momentum for the president. I'm afraid our president is not enough to be an emperor, he is quite an emperor!" Sun Liechen also said. Open your mouth and say.

Lao Zhang nodded: "Let's discuss it now. What should we do if Lao Yuan really asks about our attitude? I read newspapers these days, and there are articles scolding Jun Xian. I don't think Lao Yuan's move is wise. It's not easy to be the great emperor, we support Lao Yuan now, if he fails, can we accompany him to tie him up!"

"Qiye, you just overthink the bold and the timid by starving to death." Tang Yulin also said, "Yuan Shikai is now the president and holds the power of life and death in his hands. If we want to be promoted, we have to be the president." , you don't care what he wants to do, as long as he can make you a step higher, we will support him. Let Yuan Shikai understand our painstaking efforts, he must reward the heroes. If the momentum is not good, it is not too late to oppose. Regardless of that, getting the benefits is the most important thing.”

When Tang Yulin said this, he glanced at everyone, and then said: "It has been many years, and the brothers have not been promoted. This time, Yuting will be promoted one step higher, and we will all follow suit."

Although Tang Yulin's words were vulgar, they also hit the hearts of everyone present. Everyone wanted to get promoted and get rich, but everyone still had doubts about whether to fully support Yuan Shikai. , if the reputation is bad, no matter how good the position is, it will not be secure!"

Although Zhang Zuoxiang didn't read much, he was deeply influenced by traditional thinking and was moral in everything. He didn't agree with Junxian from the bottom of his heart, and he didn't want to see Yuan Shikai become emperor, nor did he want to see Zhang Zuolin as the vanguard of Junxian.

Zhang Zuoxiang may not be able to tell the truth, but he is instinctively bored. In fact, this is also the common aspiration of the real power factions in many places in China. Everyone has knelt for so many years and finally overthrew the Manchu emperor. Now if we come again An Emperor Yuan, what should everyone do?

It was this kind of disgust that made Yuan Shikai lose his reputation quickly after he proclaimed himself emperor.

"Father, this is the seventh uncle, and it is also an opportunity for our 27th division. We must not let it go, but we must not let it affect the seventh uncle's reputation!"

Of course Zhang Tinglan knew that the few people who acted as vanguards for Yuan Shikai were ruined, and they could only accompany Yuan Shikai to fall as a servant of the short-lived emperor.Of course, you have to support him in the early stage, otherwise how to control Fengtian as soon as possible, the heat needs to be skillfully determined.

"Seventh Lord, I think we are going to prepare with both hands. If Yuan Shikai wants to ask you about your attitude on the surface, you will say that the soldiers do not interfere in politics. If you really press the question, you will support Junxian vaguely. In secret, we will prepare enough gifts for you. The eldest prince Yuan Keding gave a generous gift. This prince is most looking forward to the old Yuan becoming the emperor, and showing loyalty to him is equivalent to showing loyalty to Yuan Shikai."

As a hero, Zhang Zuolin was naturally far-sighted. He would not agree with Tang Yulin's reckless approach, but he couldn't bear to lose the opportunity. Zhang Tinglan's idea was just right, and Lao Zhang immediately smiled.

"Ting Lan, I will do as you say."

Lao Zhang thought for a while and then said: "This gift must touch people's hearts, Ting Lan, you are the most familiar with those businessmen, and you have the most connections, and you have more money than the seventh uncle, so I will leave it to you to buy the gift." Here you go."

Naturally, Zhang Tinglan was obliged to do so, so he could only prepare as soon as possible. The first time he formally participated in the 27th Division high-level meeting, he was approved by Lao Zhang, which made Tang Yulin very uncomfortable. He left alone without saying a word!

It was important to buy presents, and Zhang Tinglan didn't have time to talk to him. After leaving the Tiger Hall, Zhang Tinglan found Liu Shucheng and wanted him to help as a consultant. It happened that Wang Yongjiang was also here.

As soon as he saw Zhang Tinglan, Wang Yongjiang said with a smile: "Tinglan, I went to see a few factories you built. They are very good. If Fengtian wants to develop, it cannot do without industry." Wang Yongjiang has become very familiar with Zhang Tinglan these days Yes, Zhang Tinglan also intended to win him over, so she showed Wang Yongjiang a lot of things.

"Mr. Yongjiang, you have rich experience. If there is anything that needs to be improved in those small factories, you can point it out to me, and I will correct it immediately!"

"Ting Lan, I have never run a factory before, but I have an idea. The smell of this wine is also afraid of deep alleys. People set up factories with great fanfare. Why do you come here so silently? I don't know how to publicize! Factory production When you come out with something, you have to find a market, you can't wait for people to buy it!"

Wang Yongjiang's words just inspired Zhang Tinglan. A thought flashed through his mind, and another door to get rich was opened.

Chapter 55 The Science of Gift Giving

Saving the country by industry has always been a resounding slogan. Zhang Tinglan set up four factories at once. It stands to reason that he should publicize them with great fanfare to let the people of Fengtian know and attract them to consume. However, his machines are smuggled after all, so he still feels guilty. So reluctant to say anything.

In addition, according to Zhang Tinglan's plan, after the products are produced, they will be sold to Russia directly through Fred's relationship, and the work will be over, as low-key as possible.However, with Wang Yongjiang's reminder, Zhang Tinglan suddenly thought of a way to make money. Russia is a poor ghost, and Britain and France are really throwing away a lot of money. It is definitely a good thing if they can sell things to Europe.

As long as there is business contact with Britain and France, you can take the opportunity to understand the situation in Europe, just in time to prepare for Germany's post-war bargain hunting.Going to Beijing this time, you can look for opportunities, contact Britain and France, and find a market.Thinking of this, Zhang Tinglan made up her mind that she would follow her when she went to Beijing this time, but who should I leave the family affairs to?

"Ting Lan, most of the things in this world that can't be put on the table have shady secrets, don't you think?"

Zhang Tinglan said with a smile: "Mr. Yongjiang, you are really right, my machine is not from the right place!"

Liu Shucheng also knew how these machines came about. He winked at Zhang Tinglan and told him not to say more. After all, he was not familiar with Wang Yongjiang.But Zhang Tinglan believes in Wang Yongjiang's character, and Zhang Tinglan also wants to draw Wang Yongjiang into the group as soon as possible.

This time when Zhang Zuolin went to Beijing, Zhang Tinglan also followed. Fengtian's various work had just started, and there must be people with sufficient ability and status to sit in charge.Among the characters that Zhang Tinglan can use, Liu Shucheng and Qiao Ruixuan are capable but have no status, and Zhang Zuo and others have enough prestige, but they are not familiar with business matters. If Wang Yongjiang can help, it is the most suitable.

"Ting Lan, building a factory is a good thing that benefits the country and the people. Even if your machine comes from a wrong path, as long as it doesn't harm the common people, I agree. It's hard to start a business, and it's normal to use some villainous methods. It’s so popular, it’s not easy for domestic products to fight their way out!”

"Mr. Yongjiang, I can trust you. To tell you the truth, these things belong to the Russians. I dismantled their factories and shipped the machines directly!"

When Wang Yongjiang heard this, his eyes widened immediately: "Ting Lan, isn't Russia in a war? Their factories are very precious, why would they sell them casually?"

"Sir, haven't you heard that money can turn ghosts around? Sha'e people are more greedy than our officials. As long as you have enough money, everything will be easy!"

Wang Yongjiang nodded and said: "I have also met some people from Tsarist Russia. They are indeed greedy. I wonder how much you spent on these machines?"

Zhang Tinglan shook two fingers, smiled without saying a word, as if asking Wang Yongjiang to guess the riddle.

"20 yuan is not a small amount!" Wang Yongjiang sighed: "It is enough to buy less than [-] yuan, but now it is in the midst of war, even if you have money, you can't buy it, so it is worth spending more! "