Japan, Hirabaya, Qing army vanguard camp.

Since the Japanese army launched a large-scale attack on the vanguard camp at night, Senggelinqin has been in charge of Mei Fang. The Qing army units were still orderly, neither hurry nor slow, and slowly advanced towards Kyoto from several directions.

After the Japanese army failed at night attack and lost more than 7,000 troops, they realized that they were no match for the Qing army at all, and they did not dare to move easily. Instead, they hurried to Kyoto to actively deploy defenses. There was no war, and Senggelinqin was not idle, and urged the various departments of the vanguard battalion to summarize the experience of the Japanese army's night attack to improve the combat effectiveness of the troops.

On the afternoon of that day, Senggelinqin was looking at the topographic map of Kyoto in the tent and wondering how to attack Kyoto. The personal guards came in to report: "The prince, an adult who was responsible for escorting military supplies asked for a visit, saying that he was the prince's old acquaintance."

Old acquaintance? Senggelinqin raised his head and fought for half his life. He had more old acquaintances in the army. However, he is now the prince of Iron Hat and has a single army. He has a high position and a powerful position. There are very few people who are qualified to make friends with him. He did not think much and ordered: "Please come in."

Soon, an officer in his thirties strode into the tent and saluted with joy: "I have seen the prince."

"Buhe? Why are you here?" Senggelinqin was surprised and happy. Buhe was originally his subordinate, and he followed him to fight Changmao. Under his recommendation, he was promoted all the way. Later, he was promoted to the Beiyang Navy and was ranked third in the official position. He was considered a middle and senior general of the Beiyang Navy.

"In order to ensure that we can capture Kyoto in one fell swoop, Yuan Qi specially transferred a land artillery battalion to the command of the prince." Buhe explained with a smile: "The subordinates came with the artillery battalion to escort artillery and ammunition."

"Sit down, don't be polite." Senggelinqin greeted enthusiastically, and then ordered his personal soldiers to "Give tea. Come on the whole table and prepare the jar and drink." As he said that, he smiled happily: "Time is in Tianjin, and you are in a hurry. I can't go to the banquet. Let's have a good meal today."

After waiting for tea, the personal soldiers withdrew, and Bu He whispered: "I have something important to report when I come here." As he said that, he took out a cowhide envelope from his arms and handed it over.

The envelope was an anonymous telegram, with very simple contents, just six words - arriving in Osaka soon. Senggelinqin was a little confused and said, "Who sent it?"

Buhe lowered his voice again, "King."

King Gong came to Osaka? Senggelinqin looked over and over again and again. The address of the sender was Shanghai, and said in confusion: "King Gong is in Shanghai?"

"The Monk King is in Osaka and may not know much about the situation in China." Buhe said slowly: "It has been a few days since King Gong left Beijing and went to Shanghai..."

So, Yi Xin came to Osaka not to be ordered, but to conduct secret actions. The purpose of the matter was not to be asked, to usurp military power! This was not a trivial matter. He was silent immediately. Now he was the best. He had a title and had a high position and a powerful army. He helped Yi Xin usurp military power. For him, it was more harmful than good. Yi Xin could no longer give him anything.

However, Yi Xin secretly came to Osaka to usurp military power. Behind this, there was no Yi Zhishi's consent or support, and he didn't believe it. Although he didn't care about the court, he knew very well that promoting constitutionalism was the general trend. The reason was very simple. Yi Zhishi strongly advocated the implementation of constitutionalism. If the court did not take the initiative to implement constitutionalism, Yuan Qi would inevitably raise an army to attack. He knew the most about Yuan Qi's strength, but he was not able to compete with the court's new Eight Banners Army and the Beiyang Navy.

It can be said that Yixin's trip to Osaka was to force him to take sides and choose a camp! It doesn't matter which side he chooses at all, but the risk is too great. If one is not good, he will be dismissed at the least, and at the worst, he will have to go to Caishikou and get a knife.

Seeing him pondering for a long time, Bu He said slowly: "The prince should be clear that it is the general trend to promote constitutionalism. Prince Gong wants to control military power, and it is also for the smooth implementation of constitutionalism. The nine-year constitutional preparation period is coming soon, and the emperor is about to take charge of the rule. If the military power is in hand, there may be another problem. If this is the case, he will inevitably meet Yuan Qi's military forces..."

After glanced at him, Senggelinqin said in a muffled voice: "Will the usurpation of military power in King Gong trigger internal strife?"

Bu He sighed lightly before saying, "King Gong fled the capital overnight and went to Shanghai to take refuge. The Qingjun Society among the Eight Banners New Army should know. They listed King Gong as the number one target of assassination..."

The Qingjun Society was originally a matter of Senggelinqin reminding King Gong. After hearing this, he couldn't help but gasp. The young and strong officers of the Qingjun Society were so brave? No wonder King Gong came to Osaka to usurp military power.

After pondering for a moment, he asked abruptly: "Are you the one of King Gong? Or Yuan Qi?"

After hearing this, Bu He smiled, "The subordinates are the old subordinates of the prince and the deputy commander of the Beiyang Navy. They are neither the people of King Gong nor Yuan Qi. If they insist on classifying, they should be constitutionalists."

Senggelinqin knew the situation of the Beiyang Navy very well, and then said, "You are Zaizhao's man."

"That's right." Bu He smiled and said, "The subordinates do have close contacts with Zaijunmen."

Senggelinqin nodded slightly and thought to herself that it seems that King Gong and Zaizhao have a very close relationship. Otherwise, such a confidential matter would not have been handled by Zaizhao. Who is Zaizhao? His brother-in-law is easy to be content!

At this moment, the personal guard reported outside the tent: "Report to the prince, a guest is visiting him and said there is something important."

Someone visited again? Could it be that it was related to the affairs of King Gong? Senggelinqin felt aroused and asked, "Who?"

The personal guard quickly entered the account and submitted a post. When he saw that the post was written about Guo Zhongmou, Senggelinqin quickly got up and walked out quickly. Guo Zhongmou was the chief of staff of the East China Sea Fleet and the chief of staff of the Yuanqi attacking Japanese troops. His status was second only to Xiao Mingliang. He was really not easy to neglect. He was sure that Guo Zhongmou must have come for King Gong.

However, when he walked to the door of the tent, he stopped. Guo Zhongmu came and asked to submit a message, obviously hiding his identity. It was obvious that he was not suitable to welcome him out, so he immediately ordered: "Take him in."

Seeing Senggelinqin like this, Buhe guessed that the person who came was not low, and immediately said tentatively: "Would you please avoid it?"

"No, it's Yuanqi's man." Senggelinqin waved his hand.

After hearing this, Bu He couldn't help but be happy. Yiguocheng had a very good personal relationship with the monk king. If Yuan Qi also sent someone to lobby, the matter would have been seven or eight.

Guo Zhongmu was wearing a soldier outfit and entered the big tent. He saw others. He quickly saluted a military salute. Senggelinqin smiled and waved his hand, and reached out to give in and said, "Chief Guo does not need to see outside..." As he said that, he introduced Bu He to him, and added a sentence at the end, "It's Zaizhao's confidant."

When he heard that it was Zaizhao's confidant, Guo Zhongmu couldn't help but smile, "It seems that King Gong has made arrangements."

Senggelinqin took the opportunity and asked: "Chief Staff Guo also came for the matter of King Gong?"

Guo Zhongmu said, "Our prince called me and asked me to inform the monk that King Gong had already arrived in Japan by boat and would definitely come to Osaka."

Although it was just a notice, it undoubtedly showed Yi contented attitude. Senggelinqin pondered for a moment before sighing: "This is to put me on the fire and roast me."

"The monk king does not need to make things difficult for him." Guo Zhongmu smiled and said, "Our prince still has a word to bring to the monk king. Stay away and leave freely, and safety is paramount."

After hearing this, Bu He couldn't help but sigh in secret. It was said that Yi Zhizu had a close relationship with the monk king, and the rumors were indeed true. For such a big thing, Yi Zhizu actually reminded him to be safe first and stay at will. The care of him was vividly revealed on the paper.

Senggelinqin, however, savored another meaning from this sentence. Since Yi Jingzuo let him stay and stay at will, it is enough to show that without his assistance, King Gong could usurp military power.

"It's better to provoke the generals than to ask for me." As he said that, he sighed softly, "Eat the king's salary and loyalty to the king. Even if you eat the court's salary, you have the responsibility to consider the long-term. How can you retreat when encountering problems?"

After hearing this, Buhe couldn't help but sigh in relief and bowed: "The monk king is very wise and his subordinates admire him very much..."

Before he could finish his words, the guard said loudly outside the tent: "Report to the prince, Fukuoka is in urgent need of telegram--."

Fukuoka urgent telegram? Senggelinqin glanced at Guo Zhongmu and ordered, "Come in!" After receiving the telegram, he couldn't help but be stunned. The content of the telegram was meaningless, and it was obviously a secret telegram. After a moment of thought, he handed the telegram to Guo Zhongmu.

Soon, Guo Zhongmu translated the secret message. When he saw the content of the message, the three of them felt a sank. The content of the message was very short. The court had noticed it and was not allowed to support it publicly.

This sentence cannot be publicly supported. Obviously, it refers to the Yuanqi troops stationed in Japan. Guo Zhongmu pondered for a while and said, "The court actually noticed something. Even if it was just suspicious, it would definitely prevent it. If the information was good, there would be a telegram soon, either summoning the monk to return to Beijing, or... on the spot to be placed under house arrest."

The recall of the capital and waiting for him may not be a good result. Unless Yi Xin gave up halfway and quietly turned to Shanghai, things may still be possible, but with his understanding of Yi Xin, this possibility is extremely small. Moreover, if you miss this opportunity, you may never have another chance. Not to mention Yi Xin, if it were him, he would not give up easily.

When things have developed to this point, it is certain that Yi Xin and the Empress Dowager rebelled. It is possible that the court and Yuan Qi will go to war, but the relationship will definitely deteriorate. With his relationship with Yi Xin and Yi Quest, it is impossible for the court to let him go easily once he returns to Beijing. The lightest one may be the ban.

Having made up his mind, he looked at Guo Zhongmu and said, "Is there any way to cut off the cable telegrams from the Osaka Command and the various departments?"

"This is not a difficult thing." Guo Zhongmu said without hesitation. After all, all the communication soldiers belong to Yuan Qi. This matter is difficult for others. For Guo Zhongmu, it is a matter of order.

"Okay!" Senggelinqin stood up and walked quickly to Shuai's pen and wrote a telegram, ordering the surrounding departments to quickly assemble to Hirakaya.

After handing over the telegram to his personal soldiers, he looked at Guo Zhongmu and Buhe and said, "They may intercept King Gong in Osaka and need to receive an escort."

Buhe said without hesitation: "It's hard for Yuanqi to come forward, let's arrange it."

Osaka Castle, Qing Army Command.

Yihuan immediately telegraphed and gently rubbed his temples. How could his sixth brother secretly come to Osaka, Japan? Want to usurp military power from him? What happened in the capital? Also, he summoned Senggelinqin back to Beijing to rectify military affairs. Although he was the general of the Japanese conquest, it was Senggelinqin who was in charge of the war. It was not unaware that Kyoto changed its commander before the formal attack, and the morale of the army would inevitably be shaken.

In addition, Yi Zhizu has a close relationship with Yi Xin. Yi Xin sneaks to Japan. Is Yuan Qi helping? If Yuan Qi also gets involved in this matter, he is a little unimaginable. If Yuan Qi assists Yi Xin, they may not even have a chance to retreat!

Soon, he put aside all these things for a while and ordered to the outside world: "Come here, send a power to Hirakata immediately, ask the monk to return to Osaka as soon as possible, and discuss important matters."

No matter what the situation is, let’s trick Senggelinqin back to Osaka first. As long as Senggelinqin is controlled, even if Yixin sneaks into Osaka, he will not be able to make a comeback! After pondering for a moment, he ordered one after another, "From now on all ships, all ships will be suspended into port." "Tele to order all ministries to quickly assemble to Osaka!"

After sending three orders in succession, he breathed a sigh of relief. After thinking for a moment, he picked up another telegram. He had to figure out so many things he didn't understand. He was sure that something big had to happen in the capital. Of course, if Ci'an didn't say this, it would be hard for him to ask Ci'an directly. He planned to ask his accomplices in the capital!

A telegram was written, and a communications officer quickly came in to report: "I reported to the general, and the cable telegram had a serious failure and could not send telegrams to the outside world."

What? Yihuan was stunned and hurriedly said, "What's going on?"

"It is initially suspected that all lines have been cut off." The communications officer lowered his head and said, "Now, only the cable telegram with Fukuoka can still be used normally."

"How could all the lines be cut off?" Yihuan looked at him with a suspicion.

"Go back to the general." The communication officer said in a panic: "This is the first time I have encountered such a thing, and it may be that the machine has malfunctioned..."

"No matter what the situation is, resume communication as soon as possible!" Yihuan said in a deep voice: "Discuss it separately, sending people to check the lines and the machines to troubleshoot the faults as soon as possible!"

"Subordinates obey the order."

Why did there be a problem with the cable telegram at this critical moment? Yihuan's heart suddenly became tight. Could it be that Yixin had arrived at Mei Fang and joined hands with Yuan Qi to take the lead? If so, his situation was in danger!

Thinking of this, he became a little nervous and strode to the door and shouted: "Go to Hirokata and ask the monk to go back to Osaka to discuss the important matters!"

"Quick Horses send an order to summon surrounding troops to quickly gather in Osaka Castle!"

"Order all the sea and land departments in Osaka Castle to enter the first level of alert, and martial law will be strictly enforced throughout the city!"
Chapter completed!