The tree wants to be quiet but the wind does not stop. Ci'an always has the mentality of having less than more things, and is unwilling to cooperate with Yuan Qi to send troops to attack the Japanese. But she knew that she had no freedom to choose from this matter. Yuan Qi offered very generous conditions, so generous that all the civil and military officials in the court could not resist. If she opposed it, she would definitely become the target of public criticism.

Yi Xin was so proactive in the matter of coordinating the troops to attack the Japanese, and was so active that she was purely for the court. I am afraid that it may not be seen. She could vaguely guess the other party's purpose. Japan is not Tianjin and North Korea, but is alone overseas. The situation in the court is completely different from that time. Once the troops in Japan are sent, the army may be like a kite with a broken string.

Since she could not object, she could only make a fuss about commanding the generals. Prince Chun Yihuan was undoubtedly the most suitable candidate for command. After pondering for a moment, she said: "In this attack on the Japanese, Yuan Qi will be the main force, the court will be the auxiliary, and the emperor will take care of it. I will go to Shanghai in a disguise tomorrow."

"I am following the order." Yi Huan said as he raised his body, "I personally think that the Shenji Camp should not move rashly."

Shenji Camp is a status similar to the emperor's personal soldiers, so it is naturally not suitable to act rashly, but Ci'an also understood that elite soldiers were attacked but not trained. After thinking for a moment, he said: "Shenji Camp also needs practical experience. Moreover, the emperor's uncle commanded his troops to fight and needed effective troops to draw 10,000 from Shenji Camp..."

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Looking at the Jiangning Daily in his hand, Yi Xin frowned. Yi Zhizu was really brave. He actually publicly announced the blockade of the South China Sea by using the excuse of extermination and suppression of the Taiping Army of Southeast Asian countries. Who doesn’t know that the Taiping Army is now the gun in Yuan Qi’s hand? Is it necessary to extermination and suppression?

The intention of blocking the South China Sea is self-evident. It is to block the South China Sea routes and cut off trade between the East and the West to protect domestic industrial enterprises. It seems that Yuanqi gave up the subsidy and price reduction policy because of conquering Japan. However, this move may trigger fierce protests from the ambassadors of Western countries to China.

Yixin expected it well. Soon, the ministers of Britain and France rushed to visit. After the polite greetings, British Minister Waltson said directly: "As far as we know, the scale of the naval war in Southeast Asia is not large and is not enough to threaten the routes of the South China Sea. There is no need for your country to block the South China Sea..."

France's interim representative to China, Su Al said bluntly: "Your country's behavior has seriously affected the normal trade between European countries and the Far East. We hope that your country will lift the military blockade of the South China Sea as soon as possible to avoid causing unnecessary misunderstandings."

"I have just heard of the blockade of the South Ocean Sea." Yi Xin said slowly: "I believe you are very clear. The Nanyang Navy is the one who is exterminating the Taiping Army in Southeast Asia. Regarding whether it is necessary to block the South Ocean Sea, our court respects the decision of King Zhennan. You can give you a formal note. I believe that King Zhennan will give you a satisfactory reply."

His words were clearly supporting Yuan Qi's blockade of the South China Sea. He knew very well that in this matter, the court must support Yuan Qi, because Yi Zhizu could not give in. Even if the court joined forces with Britain and France to put pressure on him, Yuan Qi would not pay attention to it. Moreover, Yuan Qi's move was not just for Yuan Qi, but for protecting the entire Qing Dynasty's industry. The court had no reason not to support it.

Waltson glanced at him and said carefully: "His Highness Gong should understand that if the blockade of the South Ocean waters, a large number of merchant fleets will not be able to travel north through the South Ocean. This will seriously affect your country's trade in the north, and at the same time, it will also affect our cooperation with your country, which will bring extremely serious losses to your country."

Yixin said helplessly: "You are not sure, our court is beyond the reach of the southeastern provinces."

"No." Su'er said in a deep voice: "We can join forces to put pressure on Yuanqi. For the trade in the Far East, we will do whatever it takes."

At all costs? Yixin sneered in her heart, just saying it was nice. She didn't want to use the court as a gun envoy. After pondering for a moment, he said: "Under the current situation in our country, the court must take the overall situation into consideration."

He made a tactful statement that the court cannot threaten Yuanqi at present, and even joining forces with Britain and France would not be able to do so. Compared with Suel, English Minister Waltson's attitude was much gentler. He knew very well that even if English wanted to safeguard their interests in the Far East, it would not be possible to provoke a large-scale war in the Far East. Today, Yuanqi is no longer the Yuanqi that was twenty years ago.

After pondering for a moment, he thought about it: "I think we can respect Yuanqi's decision, but we need to ensure that some necessary merchant fleets pass through the Nanyang waters."

Yi Xin said with a slight hint: "Yuan Qi is not unreasonable. I think this request is not too much and can negotiate with Yuan Qi."

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Yi Zhizu casually forwarded the telegram to Zhao Liewen, pondered for a while, then looked up at Cao Gensheng and said, "Call back, allow a small-scale merchant fleet to pass through the Nanyang waters under the escort of our warships."

"Big shopkeeper." Zhao Liewen hurriedly said: "When this opening is opened, it is probably going to give Britain and France an opportunity to take advantage of it."

Yi Zhizu said unconsciously: "Our purpose is to prevent large-scale low-price dumping in European countries... If you really want to completely ban trade, it may cause trouble."

"What students are worried about is that the hole will be wider and wider." Zhao Liewen said and returned the telegram to Cao Gensheng, and then said: "The European economic crisis will usually last for two or three years, or even three or five years..."

"We cannot blockade for such a long time, and there is no need for this." Yi Zhizu said: "A year is enough to significantly reduce the risk of low-price dumping. In addition, we also have an obligation to promote the economic recovery of Europe. At present, our country's foreign trade has also been greatly affected."

Cao Gensheng quickly recorded the telegram, then opened the folder and said, "The big shopkeeper, there is also a telegram sent from Europe, the Austro-Hungarian Empire was established."

The Austro-Hungarian Empire was founded? Yi Zhizu took the telegram and glanced, saying, "Another powerful country is rising, so they pay more attention to this Austro-Hungarian Empire."

Another powerful country? Since it is a powerful country, why just pay attention? Zhao Liewen glanced at him and tentatively said: "There is no need to establish diplomatic relations, send a congratulatory message?"

"No need." Yi Zhizu said: "This Austro-Hungarian Empire will not have any handover with our country, but it will not have a small impact on Europe."

After pondering for a while, Cao Gensheng left, Zhao Liewencai said: "Europe was originally the three powerful countries, Britain, France and Russia, and now it is Italy, the North German Federation and the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It is already the six powerful countries. Will there be a rise of powerful countries in the future?"

"It should be the five powerful countries, and Italy is not a strong country." Yi Zhizu lit a cigarette casually and said slowly: "Europe is only so big that it can no longer accommodate more powerful countries. These five powerful countries are enough to disrupt Europe and even the world's insecurity."

Zhao Liewen said: "What the big shopkeeper means is that Europe and even the world will be in war for a long time?"

"I have said before that this is an era of strong powers growing one after another and competing for hegemony in the world." Yi Zhizu said slowly: "The five European powers, plus America in the Americas and the Qing Dynasty in Asia, are exactly the seven countries, which are somewhat similar to the pattern of the seven heroes competing for hegemony during the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period in our history."

Zhao Liewen tentatively said: "The shopkeeper has formed an alliance with the United States and Russia to compete with the top five in Europe?"

"It's not that simple." Yi Zhizu smiled and said: "The top five Europeans are not a solid piece. In order to compete for Europe, Britain, France, Russia, Germany and the Olympic Games will kill each other, European wars, and world wars will all arise...."

Before he finished speaking, Lin Meilian reported at the door: "The shopkeeper, Yan Yangtian, and Yang Xiuqing are looking for a meeting outside."

"Let them come in." Yi Zhizu ordered casually. It was a bit beyond his expectations when Yang Xiuqing came so quickly.

Yan Yangtian, dressed in military uniform, and Yang Xiuqing entered the room and saluted: "Student Yan Yangtian has met the principal." "A subordinate Yang Xiuqing has met the boss."

Yi Zhizu slightly raised his head and gave up his seat, "No need to be polite, sit down." The two of them sat down before he looked at Yang Xiuqing and said, "The troops have been reorganized?"

"Go back to the shopkeeper." Yang Xiuqing said respectfully: "The vanguard's 5,000 troops have been reorganized and are being ordered to set off to Japan. The subsequent troops are still in Batangas, and Luo Dagang is responsible for the reorganization."

Yi Zhizu looked at Yan Yangtian and said, "The newly formed Sixth Army artillery, engineers, communications and health soldiers are shortcomings. We must try our best to make up for them to minimize combat and non-combat reduction."

"Students obey the order." Yan Yangtian said hurriedly.

Yang Xiuqing felt a little excited when she heard this. She had no intention of staying outside. He quickly stood up and saluted, "Thank you, shopkeeper!"

"Since it is included in the organization of the new Yuanqi army, it is naturally treated equally." Yi Zhizu said and reached out to signal his seat. "In the conquest of Japan, Xiao Mingliang is the commander-in-chief, and you are the deputy commander-in-chief. Xiao Mingliang is familiar with the situation in Japan. I hope you can unite and work together to fight this battle."

Before coming, Yan Yangtian had already mentioned to him as the deputy commander-in-chief. Yang Xiu was prepared early in the morning and immediately bowed slightly and said, "Don't worry, the boss, I will do my best to cooperate with Commander-in-Chief Xiao to fight this battle."

Seeing his calm expression, Yi Quezu nodded slightly and said, "The war has changed a lot now. The battle against Japan emphasizes cooperation between sea and land, and land war also emphasizes cooperation between insurgent and artillery. The strategies and tactics have changed a lot. This is a rare opportunity for you."

"I understand." Yang Xiu said with a clear voice. He has fought many times with the Yuanqi New Army and suffered many losses. He is more aware of how big the gap between the Taiping Army and the Yuanqi New Army is. For him, this is indeed a rare opportunity to learn and understand the Yuanqi New Army.

Yi Zhizuhe said first: "The specific combat plan and troop deployment will be carefully discussed with you by General Staff Yan."

"Report to the principal." Yan Yangtian said: "Xiao Mingliang sent a telegram, which has consolidated Fukuoka and opened a wired telegram."

Fukuoka was across the Tsushima Strait from Busan in Hakata Bay, which was a bridgehead for the establishment of conquest of Japan. Yi Zhizu nodded and said, "Order him to send troops to control the Strait of Maguan as soon as possible."

"Yes." Yan Yangtian said loudly, paused, and then said: "There is also good news. Dinghai has heard that it has successfully developed a torpedo that uses a compressed air engine to drive single propeller propulsion. Please go and watch the test shot."

"It's good news." Yi Zhizu said with a smile. Torpedoes are definitely a powerful tool for naval warfare these days. After receiving information, he heard that Britain and Russia were developing torpedoes, so he ordered people to be poached everywhere to increase research on torpedoes. It can be tinkered with in less than a year, which is enough to show that the people who were dug up were very effective.

After looking at Zhao Liewen, he continued: "Schedule a time and let's go to Dinghai to see the latest torpedo shooting effect."

Yan Yangtian said: "The student heard that the torpedo's attack effect was a bit unsatisfactory, the speed was too slow, the range was too close, and it was not as good as the range of the rifle, so it would disappoint the principal."

"It's okay." Yi Zhizu waved his hand, "The speed and range of torpedoes have great room for improvement. Take your time, I have great expectations for torpedoes." As he said that, he looked at Yang Xiuqing and changed his mind, "Do you know how many people in Japan have?"

Yang Xiuqing has done enough homework to Japan during this period and said without thinking: "It is reported that there are 30 million people."

"Not bad." Yi Zhizu continued: "I know why you should dispatch your troops as the pioneer?"

Yang Xiuqing said: "But it's the same as conquering Southeast Asia?"

"No." Yi Zhizu slowly shook his head, "Southeast Asia only eliminates the royal nobles, gentry and landlord class. Japan is different. Compared with Japan's narrow area, it has too many people."

Even civilians didn't let go of this? Yang Xiuqing hurriedly said, "I understand!"

"Go and do your business." Yi Zhizu said softly.

After waiting for Yan Yangtian and Yang Xiuqing stood up and saluted and left, Zhao Liewen couldn't help but say, "Big shopkeeper, 30 million people..."

"I can't bear it, but I can't do it." Yi Zhizu lit a cigarette and said in a deep voice: "Only by significantly reducing the population of Japan can we permanently occupy Japan and solve the Japanese problem once and for all."

Zhao Liewen said unwillingly: "Even if they are moved to Alaska, it is better than such a meaningless massacre."

"I'm not a bloodthirsty person." Yi Zhizu said in a deep voice: "Nanyang, Southeast Asia, is not like this, why is it the same for Japan alone? I can tell you with certainty that if Japan does not significantly reduce its population, as long as there is a chance, Japan will definitely be independent, and it is very likely to become a major concern for our country."

Speaking of this, he sighed softly, "If I don't go to hell, who will go to hell? I will take on this infamous reputation on my shoulders!"

After hearing what he said, Zhao Liewen didn't dare to say anything more, but he was very puzzled. Why did the other party hate Japan so deeply? In fact, judging from the first conquest of Japan, Yuan Qi's attitude towards Japan was extremely friendly. Who would have thought that he would be so ruthless in the blink of an eye!

Yi Quezure is lazy to explain more. He could not explain this matter at first, but he could not explain it clearly. He would never be ruthless about the life and death enemy of Japan, if he had the chance to perish, and even if he would bear the eternal infamy for this, he would do whatever he could!
Chapter completed!