Respecting constitutions over the monarch, putting people first and constitution as the main theme is the essence of constitutionalism. However, Yi Zhizu is deeply doubtful whether Yi Xin can do this. After all, in terms of the current situation of the Qing Dynasty, there is no basis for constitutionalism, and the other party is eager to establish a constitution, so the left and right are talking, so he simply asked: "Why is Liu Ye eager to establish a constitution?"

"Didn't Brother Guocheng realize that now is the best opportunity to implement constitutionalism?" Yi Xin asked back, and then continued: "The new king is young, the queen mother is in charge of the country, and all the auxiliary ministers agree to reform and strengthening the country. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to establish constitutionalism.

Once the new king grows up, he will inevitably be unwilling to be restricted by the imperial power. At that time, there will inevitably be many ministers, especially the Manchu ministers who support the new king and oppose constitutionalism, which will undoubtedly form great resistance."

After pondering for a little, Yi Zhizu said: "Although the civil and military officials of the court agree with reforms, they may not necessarily support constitutionalism. Sixth Master should be clear that once constitutionalism is realized in the true sense, not only the imperial power is weakened, but also the royal family princes and the rights of Manchu and Mongolian nobles are weakened. They will strongly oppose the implementation of constitutionalism."

"What Brother Guocheng saw is very good." Yi Xin said: "The implementation of constitutionalism will inevitably lead to many royal family members and nobles, and the princes and ministers opposed it. However, there are also many people in the capital who are far-sighted and can clearly realize that non-constitutionalism is not enough to last the Qing Dynasty.

As Tianjin opened its port, the west wind grew, the royal family and the ministers in the court also opened their horizons. I believe that more and more people will support constitutionalism."

Yi Zhizu nodded. Tianjin opened a port and European ambassadors stationed in the capital will definitely have a great impact on the capital. In addition, there is also the huge pressure from Yuan Qi on the court, which forces the royal family, nobles, princes and ministers in the capital to recognize the situation and promote their thinking to change.

For him, he was very happy to see the Qing court's top-down implementation of constitutionalism, which would undoubtedly accelerate the formation of the constitutional foundation. He valued Yi Xin, an ambitious, visionary and broad-minded person, who could be considered an open-minded person in power. It is very rare to be able to actively propose the constitutionalization of the Void King at this time and eagerly implement constitutionalism. He did not want to undermine his enthusiasm too much.

After pondering for a moment, he spoke: "Although the implementation of constitutionalism now lacks the necessary foundation and the conditions of all parties are not mature, the current opportunity is undoubtedly very rare. If the Sixth Master is sure to win the support of some of the powerful royal family members and princes and ministers, he can try to propose a preparatory constitutionalism to test the reactions of all parties."

Preparing for constitutional establishment? Yi Xin's eyes lit up. This method is indeed good. It can test the reactions of all parties, and can also move forward and retreat freely without taking too much risk. He immediately smiled and said, "Brother Guocheng is really full of wisdom."

There are so many wisdoms and tricks, Yi Jing is clear that he is just cooking leftovers. The preparation for constitutionalization was originally created by the Qing court, but it was only proposed forty or fifty years later when it was about to be destroyed. In the end, a royal cabinet was created, which eventually caused the rage of heaven and people, and accelerated the rhythm of destruction.

"The time to prepare for constitutional establishment may be longer, ten or eight years, leaving enough buffer time." Yi Zhizu said slowly: "In this way, the opposition may be smaller. If the conditions for constitutional establishment are ripe, there is no need to stick to this preparation period."

Yixin nodded. The preparation period was longer, so that the court could successfully pass the constitutional constitution. Once the constitution was prepared, it would undoubtedly greatly accelerate the process of constitutionalism. He was immediately relieved and laughed loudly: "This trip to Shanghai is really worth it."

Seeing that he was smiling happily, Yi Zhizu reached out to invite tea, then picked up the teacup and took a few sips, put down the teacup, and suddenly turned his mind, saying: "Shengjing has been making great efforts in the past two years. Not only has officials changed frequently, but the number of garrisons has also gradually increased. Shouldn't the court still have the idea of ​​retreating to the Northeast?"

This statement was not only abrupt but also very direct. Yi Xin's smile froze. She really didn't know how to answer for a while. In order to prevent Yuan Qi, the court did have the idea of ​​retreating to the Northeast. It was precisely for this consideration that strengthened the construction and deployment of Shengjing, the capital.

After pondering for a moment, he spoke: "As the railway between the two Beijings, Shengjing's status is becoming increasingly prominent. The court intends to build Shengjing into the center of the Northeast, which is conducive to consolidating the Northeast.

In addition, strengthening the construction of the accompanying capital Shengjing is indeed due to military considerations. The capital is too close to the sea, and the fleets of Western countries from various countries have come to Tianjin several times to think it is a threat. When the late emperor was in power, he had the intention to consolidate Shengjing. Because financial constraints have been delayed, this matter was put on the agenda with the construction of the two Beijing railways."

Yi Zhizu smiled, "If you consider consolidating the northeast, Changchun, Jilin is more suitable. If you consider it from a military perspective, Xi'an and Chongqing are better than Shengjing and are more suitable as a supporting capital. After all, Shengjing is not far from the sea, and it is only 400 miles from Yingkou to Shengjing, which is only a few days' journey."

What does this mean? It means that the imperial court built Shengjing and retreated to the northeast was a waste of effort? Yixin hesitated for a while before saying, "The railway between the two capitals was won by Brother Guocheng for the court..."

"For the two Beijing railways for the court, it is to speed up the development of the Northeast." Yi Zhizu said without hesitation: "If the court has the idea of ​​retreating to the Northeast, it would be better to dismiss it as soon as possible. I can clearly tell the Sixth Master that retreating to the Northeast is just a wishful thinking of the court. Even if it can retreat to the Northeast, it will not be able to defend it.

If the court cannot achieve true constitutionalism, Yuan Qi will never allow Manchus to settle in the northeast, and it will not be possible to compete with the power of the whole country in a corner of the northeast. In addition, the Sixth Master should also be clear that it is no longer the era of riding and shooting dominance, but the era of hot weapons, and it is impossible to defend it if you retreat to the northeast.

The court does not need to waste financial resources and material resources. It is better to concentrate financial resources and material resources to develop northern industries, concentrate on reform and reform, implement new policies, and implement constitutionalism. This is the fundamental way to extend the reign of the Qing Dynasty."

Yi Xin actually did not agree with the plan to retreat to the Northeast. With Yuan Qi's character of expanding everywhere, it was absolutely impossible to allow the Manchus to stay in a corner of the Northeast. Now that he heard Yi Shisu clearly said this, he was not surprised, and immediately laughed and said, "I don't agree with investing financial resources in Shengjing..."

Yi Zhizu was quite afraid of the Qing court's retreat to the Northeast. The northeast was vast and the climate was bitter and cold. The traffic these days was a headache. Once the Qing court retreated to the Northeast and joined forces with Mongolia, it would be a very headache for Yuan Qi. If the conquest was fought, he would fall into a long-term civil war. If he did not conquest, he would be worried about Britain and Russia's intervention and implement a split plan.

Therefore, he made this matter intentionally, intending to beat it, but it could only be beat it. Once he paid too much attention, it would be unsightly. So he immediately changed his mind, "I heard that Empress Dowager Ci'an is quite good at governing the country?"

"The Empress Dowager comes from a family of officials from generation to generation. Although she is a woman, she has extraordinary knowledge and has a good vision. She supports the implementation of the Westernization Affairs. What is particularly rare is that she is not abusing power." Speaking of this, Yi Xin smiled, "Why did Brother Guocheng insist on getting rid of Concubine Yi?"

Yi Zhizu said unconsciously: "If Concubine Yi is not removed, can the court be so peaceful?"

Yi Xin said with some confusion: "I heard that as early as the full moon, Brother Guocheng reminded Prince Hui..."

"It's already a thing of the past." Yi Zhizu waved his hand. He was unwilling to talk about this topic, and it was meaningless. After all, Concubine Yi was dead, and he couldn't explain it clearly in this matter, and it would only become darker and darker the more he described it.

The two talked for an entire afternoon. Yi Xin did not stay in Shanghai for more than one stop and returned to the capital overnight. Yi Zhizu specially transferred his special car to him, which made him feel even better.

Lying on the wide and comfortable bed, listening to the rumbling sound of wheels, Yixin couldn't sleep. She carefully sorted out the conversation with Yishizu. After an afternoon of long talk, the conversation between the two covered many aspects, such as the New Deal, the northwest frontier, the industrial planning of Goryeo, Japan, Southeast Asia, and Tianjin, the basic conditions of constitutionalism, the situation in North Korea, balanced ethnic relations, tariffs and commercial taxes, military port commercial port construction, railway planning, etc.

Through this long conversation, he realized that he had very little knowledge about Yi Zhizu. His profound knowledge exceeded his imagination and seemed to be nothing he didn't understand. Many of his views were very novel and unique. He had long maintained close contact with diplomatic officials and merchants from various Western countries. He was very clear that these views did not come from the West, that is, these views were unique to him, which really surprised him.

However, while he was amazed, he felt deep fear. Even if he was easily satisfied that he had no intention of raising troops to cause trouble, but when his strength reached this level, the people around him would definitely instigate him or even force him to raising troops to cause trouble, thinking that they would seek greater benefits themselves.

He came to Shanghai this time, but there was actually a tentative meaning. After learning that Yuanqi made a big profit in the European cotton trade this time and his profits might be extremely amazing, he was a little worried, worried that Yuanqi would raise troops to cause trouble. After all, with sufficient money, he would be particularly confident.

Fortunately, Yi Zhishizu seemed to have great expectations for the court, which made him feel a little relieved. However, he still had to implement constitutionalism as soon as possible, at least prepare for constitutionalism, and also break this faint confrontational situation as soon as possible. The court center must also absorb some officials from the southeastern provinces to try to avoid the danger of Yuan Qi raising troops to cause chaos.

The next morning, before eight o'clock, Zhao Liewen rushed to the door of the yard of Changle Bookstore a few minutes in advance and happened to meet Lin Meilian who came out of the yard. He quickly bowed his respectful attitude, but he knew the other party's identity.

Lin Meilian returned the greeting with a smile, "Mr. Zhao came so early today, is there something wrong?"

"It's nothing important." Zhao Liewen smiled and said, "But thinking that the shopkeeper might be busy today, come and ask for advice in advance."

Yi Zhizu was very punctual and rushed to the gate of the yard at 8 o'clock. Lin Meilian greeted him and said, "Can the shopkeeper plan to meet the guests today?"

After hearing her question, Yi Zhi couldn't help but smile. He refused to take a break from customers yesterday, but he didn't want to, but was disturbed one after another. Not only did he not be able to take a break, but he was so tired. He talked to Yi Xin more tired than those officials in the southeastern provinces. "There is no reason to refuse customers. It's not easy for many officials to come once, just see him."

After Lin Meilian was waiting for the arrangement, Zhao Liewen came forward to bow and said with concern: "There is nothing to do in the court?" Yesterday, Yi Zhizu and Yi Xin had a long afternoon chat. He was really worried that the situation in the court would be unstable.

"What can I do?" Yi Zhizu said unconsciously: "The King Gong came to ask about the implementation of constitutionalism." He walked into the yard while saying that.

Zhao Liewen followed suit and said, "Is Prince Gong impatient to establish a constitution?"

"He thought constitutionalism too simply, or he now has great power and is too confident." Yi Zhizu said slowly: "It's better to let him make a lot of trouble, just shake the flag and shout."

Hearing that it was a constitutional matter, Zhao Liewen stopped asking more questions. He knew very well that the Qing Dynasty did not have the conditions and foundation for promoting constitutionalism. He immediately changed the topic, "Yesterday, the shopkeeper said that the "Proclamation on Liberation of Black Slaves" was of great significance..."

"I'm still thinking about this?" Yi Zhizu smiled and said, "This is actually the difference in thinking between the East and the West. If you can't figure it out, it means that the idea of ​​equality and freedom is not rooted in your heart.

Why did Lincoln publish the "Declaration on Liberating Black Slaves"? It was because the slogan of maintaining the unification of the United States was not working well. In the past year, the north was at a disadvantage, with heavy casualties and great losses. Many people have begun to question whether the unification of the United States is worth paying such a great price.

When more and more people begin to question it, it will lead to a government crisis and unstable military morale, which is very dangerous for the Northern Federation. However, after the publication of the "Proclamation on the Liberation of Black Slaves", the purpose and significance of this war are completely different.

To raise the banner of liberating black slaves, the Northern Federation is equivalent to standing on the moral high ground of human beings in this war. For the American people who advocate equality, freedom, human rights and other ideas, this banner is enough to make them devote themselves to this war without regrets.

Furthermore, the big hat of "human freedom and equality" is enough to make European powers such as Britain and France afraid and discourage them, and they dare not blatantly support the South and recognize the independence or legitimacy of the South.

In addition, this declaration is enough to shake the south's side. A large number of black slaves will flee to the north or even riot and rebel. Don't forget that there are more than three million black slaves in the south.

It can be said that this is a killing of three birds with one stone. As soon as this declaration was released, the overall situation of the American Civil War was decided, and it was only a matter of time before the defeat in the South!"

Yi Zhizuo said confidently, but Zhao Liewen was shocked. With such a declaration, the other party was able to analyze so well. What is particularly rare is that he could still be so thorough! He murmured: "This is what is called "Getting the truth has many helpers, but losing the truth has few helpers."

"Yes." Yi Zhizu smiled and said, "If you have the power, you will have the help, but if you lose the power, you will have the help. This civil war is the best portrayal. This is also why wars always need to find a high-sounding reason!"
Chapter completed!