"I think... if Uncle Six's health allows it, how about asking Prince Gong to go to Baoding Mansion, station with Marshal Zuo in the capital of Zhili, and then put down the rebellion...?"
Zai Chun's question was understated, but Yi Pei and Bao Jun's scalps were numb with fear and they immediately smelled the danger.
What does Tongzhi Emperor mean? The meaning of this temptation is too obvious. These two are both cunning and cunning characters. Who dares to take up this topic?
No matter how you answer, it’s always a mistake. It’s obvious that Zai Chun is testing your true inner thoughts.
If you all agree, it means that you still believe in Prince Gong's ability in your heart. You know that there is Guiziliu in charge of Baoding Mansion, so this rebellion is not terrible.
You recognize Guiziliu's ability and you nod so quickly. What are your intentions? Is there a secret connection between the music and the music behind the scenes?
The emperor will be offended in no time!
But you can't object directly. It's clear that the emperor will reconcile with Uncle Liu in the future. When it comes out that you two have opposed Prince Gong's leadership of the army, then you will directly offend Guiziliu.
Are Guiziliu's shoes so easy to wear? You, Yi Pei, are not afraid. After all, you are your brother. You are a family. What should Bao Jun do?
Although Baojun is a Manchu, he is also a slave. How can he have any tendency?
You're frozen now. Neither of you speaks, but the little emperor wants to force you to speak. "What's wrong? Isn't my method good?"
Yi Pei knew that it was impossible not to speak, so he said, "It stands to reason that there will be no problem at all for Prince Gong to put down such a rebellion!"
"During the Changmao Rebellion, Prince Gong was still in charge of the capital and strategizing... But it's hard to say whether the sixth brother is in good health or not!"
"Your Majesty, I think you should show some mercy to your sixth brother's body and bones. Please give your Majesty the benefit of the doubt!"
"Haha... Uncle Wu is still worried about his brother's condition. I know it! Baojun, why don't you say anything?"
Baojun was so angry. He just wanted to use poor health as an excuse, but Prince Dun finished his explanation. What else could he say?
An idea struck him and he said, "Your Majesty! I think what Prince Dun said makes sense. If you want Prince Gong to lead troops to suppress the rebellion, you must have a good body!"
"Also, please let me know your Majesty! When Changmao was pacified, Prince Gong did not personally lead the troops. Instead, he sat in the center and strategized at the military aircraft department!"
"Speak frankly! Prince Gong is a talented general, a relative of the emperor who commands us civil and military officials to work hard!"
"Let the prince lead the troops himself as a general, isn't it a bit overkill... I think it is best to let the prince take command at the military aircraft, general...general!"
"Hahaha...I understand. Baojun is right. General...then what do you think I do?"
Holy shit! Baojun was scolding his mother in his heart. This is not over yet. Why is it endless when he tries to test it?
The dialogue between Liu Bang and Han Xin did not include this section!
Han Xin said that he was a general, which meant commanding thousands of troops. The more the better!
Liu Bang is the lord of generals and the monarch who commands generals. As a result, Liu Bang burst out laughing when he heard this, which became a historical allusion.
But today Baojun directly said that Prince Gong is a general's talent. He should be strategizing in the military department, dispatching troops and generals to manage the generals. So what is the emperor?
This question is like a knife in Baojun's heart. If he makes a mistake, he will be doomed!
Those who can get into the first rank of the imperial court are free of charge, and they all have quick wits. The tangle in his mind only lasts for a few seconds, and then he laughs.
"Your Majesty...this question is too simple!"
"The Son of Heaven...the son of destiny will naturally have his destiny!"
"Just imagine, without Your Majesty, who can lead our Qing Dynasty to build factories? Without Your Majesty, how can we give up the old ideas of the past and build railways?"
"Without His Majesty, how could there be the Qing Dynasty's ocean trade and the navy that is being prepared?"
"Change destiny against the will of heaven. Your Majesty is the real dragon who can change the fate of the world! Isn't this ten thousand times more important than changing the destiny of some ordinary people?"
"The beacon of light in the world, the guide of Jambudvipa! This is what the emperor should do!"
"Hahaha... slippery... hahaha... really slippery..." Zai Chun felt so happy after being flattered by this flattery, and most of the discomfort he had felt in the past few days had dissipated.
"Okay, okay! Stop talking about these gossips...just do what you just said! Mobilize Li Hongzhang's troops to station in Handan and put down the rebels in South Zhili!"
"Appoint Marshal Zuo to control all the troops in Zhili and protect the safety of the railway... cooperate with the three departments of the capital to suppress the rebellion!"
"Yi Pei obeys the order!"
"Your Majesty is here..." Yi Pei bowed his head to the ground.
"Prince Yi Pei of Dun is the commander-in-chief of the three divisions of the capital to counter the rebellion. He selects 70,000 elite troops from the Xishan Camp, the Yulin New Army, and the Kaizi Ma... With Zhuozhou as the base camp, he looks for opportunities to fight the rebels decisively!"
"You can choose any of my men! Use whomever you like!"
Yi Pei's face turned red, "I... I'm afraid I've betrayed your majesty's trust!"
"Fifth Uncle, don't say any more. You have been reorganizing the Xishan Camp for many years, and you are still experienced in running the army. I can trust you... and I won't let you charge into the battle!"
"You are the commander-in-chief of the entire army. You want your generals to fight for you! We are the latest new army. You can use new rifles, artillery, and heavy machine guns. We have also stored a lot of ammunition over the years. Young and old, it’s enough for you to fight these traitors!”
Yi Pei bowed his head heavily to express his gratitude, "Thank you for your majesty's trust, I will definitely serve you to death... But be careful and you will never be able to survive forever. I still have a few things to ask of your majesty!"
"speak……"
"Your Majesty, please send a message to Hong Kong as soon as possible and order Gordon to return to Beijing quickly! I have cooperated with him for many years and have become familiar with him. With him, I will be more confident! And Gordon has a special status, and only your Majesty can do it in the entire Qing Dynasty." It’s under command.”
"It's up to you! I'll send the message right now!"
"Please ask Your Majesty to appoint Lord Fu Qing as his deputy. Fu Qing was originally from the Eight Banners and knew how to be a soldier. In recent years, he has engaged in Westernization and Reform. In fact, he is really a talentless man!"
"Hmm...Okay! I promise you too!"
"Your Majesty! While your Majesty is away from the capital, please urge your Majesty to urge the Chinese to transport food. Food is more important than bullets in this fight against rebellion!"
"Don't worry, I will certainly urge you! Go ahead, hurry up and don't waste any more time!"
Baojun and Prince Dun discussed with Zai Chun for a while before saying goodbye and leaving the Yangxin Palace. As soon as they left the palace, Baojun gave Prince Dun a long bow!
"Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Your Majesty! I wish you success in advance!"
It's a pity that Yi Pei didn't answer his words. Instead, he pulled Bao Jun to a deserted corner and saluted Bao Jun with a fist in his arms as a prince.
"Lord Baojun! I am still asking you to do this! You have just learned about His Majesty's temper and are becoming more and more suspicious!"
"If it weren't for your quick reaction just now, God knows what the final meeting would have been like? During these days when I am away from the capital, Lord Qiu Baojun must be very thoughtful!"
