Yi Zhizu looked excited and happy, but Wei Yuan was surprised and confused. The British Yi would take the initiative to attack Jiangning, and he had planned to attack Jiangning long ago. This really made him unbelievable. After all, the British Yi fleet has always attacked along the coast and has never entered the inland river. What's more, Jiangning is more than 300 miles away from Haikou, how could the British Yi plan to attack Jiangning early in the morning?

After pondering for a moment, he spoke: "If we strengthen the troops of Wusong Fortress, strengthen Langshan and Zhenjiang defense, Jiangning will also actively prepare for war. Even if the British have plans, they will be forced to change their plans."

After hearing this, Yi Zhizu felt like a basin of cold water poured on his head, from head to toe. If this is the case, he would not dare to attack Jiangning by taking advantage of Pu Ding to check his courage. He sat down slowly and said in a deep voice: "Is Master of the Ministry determined to give up the battle in Jiangning?"

"There are no soldiers and no money, how can you fight this battle?" Wei Yuan said as he picked up the teacup and took a sip, but glanced at the side.

"Isn't Xuzhou only transferred 10,000, but also 20,000 troops, Jiujiang and Huguang's green camp."

"Although Xuzhou, Jiujiang is not far from Jiangning, if you want to mobilize the green camps in both places, you must open the way." Wei Yuan said slowly: "It takes at least one million taels of silver to set out in the army. The imperial court cannot afford the silver, and the Liangjiang vassal treasury is also crying for poverty."

Hearing this, Yi Zhizu couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. He came with Wei Yuan. It was a serious job to ask for money, but he was very scared. However, he asked for one million words. This mouth was too big. Yuan Qi's silver was not blown by the strong wind. After pondering for a moment, he said: "The two rivers are rich in the world. As we all know, it is not difficult to raise a million taels of donations."

Wei Yuan glanced at him and said with a smile: "It is true that Liangjiang is rich, but if you want to raise funds in large amounts, you must be famous. Now you cannot raise funds in the name of guarding Jiangning. You can only raise funds in the name of regaining the lost land in eastern Zhejiang. If you don't care about your own strength, who will donate a large amount?"

"Where is the salt merchant in Lianghuai?"

"The salt merchants in Lianghuai are already the same as yesterday. Don't you know that they are content?"

The salt merchants in Lianghuai have become yesterday? Yi Zhizu was surprised and took over Shanghai Road to Shanghai. His focus was on war. He had never cared about Yangzhou where salt merchants gathered. He hurriedly said: "I really don't know what happened?"

After pondering for a little, Wei Yuancai said: "In the 12th year of Daoguang, the salt administration reformed and the "branch-guiding shore" system was changed to the "salt law" to break the monopoly of salt transportation and sales. The salt merchants in the two Huaihe River were in trouble. A large number of salt merchants went from wealth to poverty overnight and were in a slump. Now, there are no more people who can expect salt merchants to donate."

As he said that, he shook his head slightly and said with a wry smile: "In the past, the 'gang Shangshang' led the shore' enriched the salt merchants in the two Huaihe River, but whenever the imperial court encountered major events, wars, celebrations, disaster relief, projects, etc., the salt merchants enthusiastically donated, ranging from millions to hundreds of thousands. During the Qianlong and Jiaqing period, the salt merchants paid their support for military supplies, which was as high as 30 million taels of silver. The change to the 'Salt Law', and the salt merchants were poor, and the court did not see any wealth."

"The court is not rich, but the officials are rich." Yi Zhizu smiled and said, "The court has not calculated the account clearly. The silver in the salt merchants' pockets can be forced to spit it out by donating them, but the silver in the officials' pockets cannot be forced to spit out."

Wei Yuan didn't want to get out of the topic, Lin Zexu was still waiting, and immediately pulled back and said, "The army is not as good as humans, the weapons are not as good as humans, and there is no money. Even if the British fleet arrives outside Jiangning City, it will only increase casualties. It is the wisest thing to give up the Battle of Jiangning."

Yi Zhizu slowly shook his head and said, "There is no hurry to raise funds. The British fleet that is waiting for the Yangtze River to enter the estuary of the Yangtze River and attack the Wusongkou Fortress. When it goes up against the river, it is not too late to raise funds. When the troops are at the city, there are no fears that they will not actively donate. In addition, there are three thousand nails left in the rotten ships. The salt merchants in Lianghuai are rich in the world. How can they not have any financial resources?"

Wei Yuan raised his eyebrows, "How can we play with the fierce battles?"

"How dare you play the matter of military and national affairs?" Yi Zhizu said in a deep voice: "The court has no money, the local government has no money, and Yuan Qi has money. Not to mention one million, even three million or five million, Yuan Qi can afford it!"

Wei Yuan was delighted and asked quickly: "Are you serious?"

Yi Zhizu said seriously: "Mr. Budou is worried that Yuanqi will not raise enough money? Don't worry, if you sell the money, Yuanqi will also support Budou to fight the Jiangnan battle!"

Wei Yuan nodded and said, "It seems that Shizuka is very confident in this battle?"

"If you don't have confidence in closing the door and beating the dog, you won't be able to get into this muddy water."

"Have you ever thought about it? If this battle is defeated, what will happen?"

"Since taking charge of Yuanqi, I dare not say that I have never done a loss-making business, but I have never done a loss-making business." Yi Zhizu said slowly: "This time, Yuanqi invested 5,000 troupe training in Jiangning and millions of silver. It can be said that it is the largest business since Yuanqi was founded. How can he let the loss be?"

After hearing this, Wei Yuan stood up and bowed, "Then I will reply to the master of the ministry."

After waiting for Wei Yuan to leave, Yi Zhizu walked slowly and sat back on the recliner. Although Wei Yuan used the method of retreating to advance to test Yuan Qi's background, Lin Zexu was afraid that he would really give up the battle in Jiangning. He might have scared him before about the comparison of the combat power of the Green Camp and the British army. However, to be honest, it is hard to say how much role the Green Camp soldiers who came to help from other provinces can play.

Jiangning cannot give up this battle! This is the only opportunity to defeat the British army's arrogance. It is a pity to give up. As for the money, he is not bragging. Yuan Qi can really take out three to five million, and the money cannot be given for free. He has to double the money. Now he must first strengthen Lin Zexu's confidence. If Lin Zexu is willing to give up and make any noise, he can stop the British.

In just two quarters of an hour, Li Wang rushed to report: "Young Master, Lin Butang is bringing people."

The two of them were brought here? The two of them had been together just now? Could it be that Senggelinqin also intends to give up the battle in Jiangning? Yi Zhizu thought to himself, but his feet were not slow, so he quickly met out and passed through the yard. When he turned the corner, he saw Senggelinqin and Lin Zexu walked quickly. He hurriedly bowed and said, "I have met the prince and the lord of the tribe."

"Seeing each other in private, you don't need to be content." Senggelinqin waved his hand with a smile on his face.

"Please, please." Yi was content and polite. The three of them entered the hall and Xu Li sat down. Lin Zexu said straight: "Just let Mr. Wei come to explore the way of seeing the truth. Can Yuan Qi really raise three to five million taels of silver?"

These two men were indeed colluding. Yi Zhizu felt something was wrong and couldn't help but say, "There are other changes?"

Lin Zexu nodded and said, "The Yellow River broke, the top of the 31st Fort fort in Xiangfu, Henan collapsed, the water surrounded Kaifeng, and the flood flowed into Hongze Lake. It is estimated that some prefectures and counties in Anhui and even Jiangsu were affected by disasters. This flood may be rare in decades."

Such a big flood! Yi Zhizu was stunned by hearing this, which really made it worse! The deficit case of the Ministry of Revenue Bank Banking Deposit was just revealed, and the Yellow River broke its dam. No wonder Lin Zexu, who has always been determined to fight, gave up the battle in Jiangning. No wonder he sent Wei Yuan to test him. How much money does it cost to be disaster-relief just for disaster relief?

"Xiangfu broke the dike, and the river governor Wen Chong had already reported to the court for 800 miles." Senggelinqin said slowly: "I must be clear about the fact that the Ministry of Revenue Silver Deposit is content. In addition, the British fleet appeared at the mouth of the Bohai Sea, so I guess the emperor might give up the Battle of Jiangning."

"The river industry has always been the most expensive." Lin Zexu added: "The annual expenditure of the ICBC in the Nanhedong River is as high as 70 million taels of ICBC. It is common to encounter major disasters and tens of millions of them. This time the flood is severe and the area is wide. In addition to disaster relief, it also needs to be blocked and broken. The court may be unable to support the Jiangnan War."

Yi Zhizu looked at the two of them and said slowly: "The prince and the master of the tribe should be unwilling to give up this rare opportunity to attack the British, right?"

"If Yuanqi can have enough strength to support it." Senggelinqin bowed to the north and said, "I will submit a memorial to you immediately, and I pray that the emperor will continue to implement the Jiangning Battle Plan."

Lin Zexu said, "If you are content, you have to think clearly. This matter is not trivial. Once a war starts, the situation will not be controlled by us just if we want to."

"The battle with England is related to the century-long national destiny of the Qing Dynasty. Even if Yuan Qi gives away all his entire life, he will not refuse." Yi Zhizu said in a deep voice: "Don't worry, the prince and the master of the tribe. The war in Jiangning will not stop for a day, and Yuan Qi will guarantee that Jiangning will continue to participate in the battle against the Green Camp for a day."

"Okay!" Senggelinqin said aloud: "From now on, Yuanqi's affairs will be my king's affairs. If you can do whatever you can, you will never shirk responsibility."

Lin Zexu said first: "In a great victory in Jiangning, contentment should be the first contribution!"

Yi Zhizu hurriedly bowed and said, "Thank you Prince and Master of the Ministry."

After pondering for a moment, Lin Zexu said: "Now the British squadron is still in Dengzhou. I am very confident that when will the British squadron attack Jiangning?"

After thinking for a while, Yi Zhizu spoke: "Since the British have made the illusion of attacking Tianjin, it means that they will take action in the near future. In October, the Yangtze River will enter a dry season, which will be detrimental to the large British warships going up the river. It is estimated that in August, the British will start attacking."

"So does Zhejiang still need to dispatch troops?"

"Of course, you must not let the British suspicion." Yi Zhizu said: "It is best for Master Bu Tang to go to Hangzhou to take charge of Ningbo."

The capital, the western suburbs, the Old Summer Palace, the Qinzheng Hall, and the Qingxiang Pavilion of the Bamboo Forest.

Daoguang was leaning on the desk and painting the bamboo forest in the yard with concentration. The sky was hot and he was upset. He wanted to adjust his mood by painting. Outside the Qinzheng Hall, Zai Quan and Mu Zhanga were each looking for a cool place to wait. The two of them were already very conflicted. Although they did not openly tear their faces apart, they had no good expressions between each other, especially in private occasions, Daoguang was painting, and the eunuchs in the near-level did not dare to go in to report that they were afraid of disturbing Daoguang's interest, so they could only wait.

Daoguang was very concerned about the deficit case of the Ministry of Revenue Bank Bank. Zai Quan, who was the manager of the case, and Mu Zhanga, who assisted the case, came to see the progress every day. Daoguang moved to the Old Summer Palace, and they spent half of the day in the sedan chair.

Zaiquan was bored with the folding fan. He looked up and saw Pan Shien. Wang Ding and the others came hurriedly. He wanted to greet the two of them, but when they saw that their faces were solemn, he stopped and quickly sorted out the court uniforms to prepare for the meeting. The eunuch Cao Jinxi, who was close to him, saw that Wang Ding had come, and couldn't help but complain in his heart. Wang Zhongtang was not a good person. He smiled and greeted him and said, "The Emperor is resting."

Wang Ding looked at him coldly and said, "Eight hundred miles are urgent, hurry up and report."

Cao Jinxi was really afraid of him. Besides, he heard that it was 800 miles in a hurry, probably because of military information, so he hurriedly said, "You two are waiting for a while."

Daoguang, who was concentrating on painting, heard the report and put down his pen in a disappointment and said, "Take them to the West Warehouse." After cleaning his hands and cleansing his face, he slowly walked over and entered the Warehouse. After waiting for the four people to greet him, he thought of Pan Shien and said, "Where is the urgent report?"

"Return to the Emperor." Pan Shien hurriedly said: "Kaifeng, Wen Chong, the governor of Donghe, rushed to report at 800 miles. The Yellow River broke the dike in Xiangfu, Henan, and the water surrounded Kaifeng, and the flood rushed to Hongze Lake."

Mu Zhanga has been circulating around the deficit case these days. The Military Affairs Office was chaired by Pan Shien. After hearing this, his heart skipped a beat and thought it was not good. This is really a disaster. At this critical moment, the Yellow River broke its dam. Daoguang was afraid that it would be furious, so he quickly lowered his body.

After reading the memorial, Daoguang was quiet for a while, and seemed to come back to his senses. He slowly glanced at the four of them and said with emotion: "At the time of the Holy Master, the river fee was only 600,000 taels a year. By the time of Emperor Gaozong, it increased to 5 million taels. When I was in my hands, the river fee was as high as 700,000 taels a year." At this point, his voice became hoarse, "How can the Xiangfu Dike break? Greed! Layer greed!"

After pausing, he said in a deep voice: "I sent an order to dismiss the Donghe Governor Wen Chong, and went to the south to the south to guard Xu Qiao, and took off his head and military officials from the fourth rank of the river and the prefecture and county where he was located to be dismissed from his post. Dai Sui was repaired by the river workers."

"Emperor." Pan Shien quickly kowtowed and said, "The disaster was quite serious. Kaifeng was surrounded and floods poured into Hongze Lake. You must repair the Yellow River as soon as possible. Otherwise, not only will Kaifeng be out of protection, but Anhui and even Jiangsu will suffer from large-scale disasters."

After pondering for a moment, Daoguang said: "Dingjiu is familiar with river affairs, and has also been the governor of Henan. He is familiar with the people of Henan. What is particularly rare is his integrity. He temporarily appointed the governor of Donghe River and block the embankment as soon as possible."

"I am following the order." Wang Ding bowed. He also expected that Daoguang would assign him to Henan and raised his body. He said: "There is a confusing account in the river yamen. I have no time to seal the accounts and check the accounts. Relief is like putting out fires. Kaifeng is surrounded and in danger. I beg me to pray that the Ministry of Revenue will allocate 300,000 taels of silver first."

When he heard that he mentioned the silver, Daoguang's muscles twitched unconsciously. The Ministry of Revenue's bank deposit was only more than four million. How much money would it cost to just rescue the disaster and build a breach? Although he was heartbroken, he knew that the money could not be saved. After he hesitating, he said: "Check it."
Chapter completed!