Chapter 1918

Compared with the anxiety about the unknown environment when he left North Korea, Li Bo's mentality was much calmer when he set off from Sanya this time. This is because the various stopping places on this trip are not far from each other and the fleet sailed continuously on the sea.

The trip will not take too long, which is a good arrangement for Li Bo who does not like to take a long boat ride; secondly, after arriving in Haihan, he also fully felt that Haihan valued him, and the arrangements for this trip seemed to be

He seemed very considerate and had absolutely nothing to worry about.

Although this trip was a sightseeing trip, because the person who made the request did not have a very clear purpose and just wanted to use this method to help Li Bo find the study direction he was interested in, the schedule was not rushed, and it was even said that he brought

It is not an exaggeration to say that it is a bit of a leisure vacation. Moreover, these arrangements do not have to be strictly followed. After boarding the ship, Tian Zheng, sent by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, informed Li Bo that if he wanted to stay longer in a certain place,

Or if you want to change your itinerary, you can discuss it with him. If necessary, it is not a problem to make temporary adjustments to your itinerary.

Of course, Li Bo is quite conscious. He is very clear about his main mission in coming to Haihan and does not intend to turn this trip into a sightseeing tour. Therefore, he is just polite to Tian Zheng's friendly proposal.

Expressed gratitude.

If there was not an expedition-class warship accompanying it on the nearby sea, it would be difficult for the passengers on the ship to notice that the luxury passenger ship they were traveling on was the same type of ship as the expedition-class warship. For the sake of the passengers' feelings, this ship

The passenger ship has deliberately made corresponding modifications in many places. For example, the sides that were used to deploy deck artillery are no longer those murderous naval guns, but replaced with rattan chairs full of casual atmosphere. There is also a special design above the chair.

There are large foldable parasols, so passengers on the boat can not only watch the scenery, take a nap, but also enjoy sea fishing.

A similar design was actually found on the ship that Li Bo took to go abroad, but the space on the deck was not so spacious and the chairs were not so soft. Li Bo sat down and leaned on the rattan chair, flipping through the books specially brought to him.

"Rising South China Sea" on the ship, the sea breeze blows in the face, and there is ice-cold freshly squeezed juice at hand. I can't help but secretly sigh that these Haihan people really know how to enjoy themselves, and they can do so many tricks on the ship. If I have the conditions in the future

Well, I have to find Haihan to customize a large passenger ship like this.

What made Li Pu feel most comfortable was that the officials on the ship consciously left him some space to be alone, and did not crowd around to disturb his random thoughts. He did not like to socialize with Haihan officials anytime and anywhere, and he also

He didn't want to lock himself in the cabin all the time. Even if he lived in the cabin with the largest space and the best conditions on the entire ship, and installed several glass portholes for lighting, it would still not be as bright and ventilated as the outdoors. Being able to sit on the deck

It’s a rare moment of relaxation these days to quietly enjoy the sea breeze, read a book, and think about your thoughts.

In fact, these Haihan officials on the ship were not idle either. Since Li Bo had only arrived in Sanya for a few days, most of them had come into contact with the Joseon Crown Prince for the first time. Before that, they had no idea about him.

If I know anything about it, I only took the time to study the relevant information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs after receiving this temporary assignment. The information I obtained is almost the same.

This job is indeed not difficult or risky, it is just like going on vacation, but in the next ten days, everyone has to get along with Li Bo, and they must first find out the temper of the Joseon prince before he can work.

When they made introductions at the dock earlier, these officials knew that only Tian Zheng and Zhang Qianzhi among them had not dealt with the Joseon Crown Prince for the first time, so they would definitely have more relevant information, so everyone took advantage of this.

A small meeting was held at some time, asking Tian Zheng and Zhang Qianzhi to share more about what they knew.

Zhang Qianzhi responded helplessly: "Actually, like everyone else, my understanding of this prince began yesterday. I went to the library to look up information, and happened to meet him and Mr. Li Xili over there. That Li

Your Excellency knows me, so he introduced the Crown Prince to me by the way, exchanged a few words with me and left without leaving any impression."

"Brother Zhang, given your professionalism, it's probably not as simple as just leaving, right? Didn't you check what books they borrowed from the library?"

When Zhang Qianzhi saw the person asking the question, he recognized him. He was Hong Jingwen, an official sent by the Propaganda Department. He used to work in the Sanya Port District Management Committee and was later promoted to the Propaganda Department. This man had been discovered by the public.

There is a slightly famous figure, Liu Shang, who has been transferred to Liaodong. When the Ministry of Security conducted a secret investigation on Liu Shang's identity, Zhang Qianzhi had dealt with Hong Jingwen.

Zhang Qianzhi smiled and said: "Brother Hong listened carefully... I inquired later and found that they only stayed in the library for about half a day. As for the books and materials they borrowed, the contents were all related to the South China Sea area. They must be from this prince.

After arriving in Sanya, I found that it was necessary to strengthen my understanding of the South China Sea area, so I was temporarily cramming like this. I think it’s Brother Tian who should tell me, after all, your yamen has been dealing with North Korea for a long time, so you should know more about the situation."

Tian Zheng responded: "Actually, what I know is similar to what you all know. This prince is the eldest son in the family. He was chosen as the heir by the King of Korea very early. His status should be relatively stable. In addition, this prince is said to be more responsible, but

This is the evaluation given to him by Minister Ning, but I don’t know exactly what it refers to.”

Ning Qi's evaluation actually does not refer to Li Bo in this time and space, but to the original historical Li Bo who took the initiative to serve as a hostage and went to the Qing Dynasty after the defeat of Korea, sacrificing his own life in exchange for peace. In the current time and space, Haihan

Having already sent troops to defeat the Qing army, Li Bo no longer needed to take the initiative to serve as a hostage. However, due to some strange combination of circumstances, he still left his country and came to Haihan as a student studying abroad.

Tian Zheng knew this but didn't know why. He didn't know that there were these convoluted stories in Ning Qi's evaluation of Li Fu. Ning Qi certainly wouldn't explain it in detail, and as a subordinate, he didn't dare to ask.

Therefore, the information he gave inevitably seemed a bit mysterious.

Zhang Qianzhi feels that what Tian Zheng said must be reserved, or that his position is not high enough to have access to relevant information. Zhang Qianzhi has read internal information about the Joseon Crown Prince and has a certain description of his specific situation.

and analysis, and the relevant information will definitely be sent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which means that the information Tian Zheng has should be almost the same as that of the Ministry of Security.

"At least this guy seems to be easy to get along with. If he reads quietly like this all the way, then we will be relaxed." Perhaps because of his background as a pen writer, Hong Jingwen is quite fond of Li Haowen's style.

Have a good impression.

"Yeah, anyway, after we get off the ship, we will be responsible for the local reception. You don't have to worry about anything anymore. You can just eat and drink when you need to." Tian Zheng obviously understood the nature of this job very thoroughly.

It was said almost unabashedly.

For these officials, although this trip is not profitable, at least it does not require them to be too tired. As long as the Joseon Crown Prince does not cause any extraneous things, then their mission will be completed in a relaxed and happy atmosphere.

During this period, you can also follow Zhanguang and enjoy the hospitality provided by local officials. It can be said to be a very ideal job.

"I'm different from you. I had nothing to do on the boat, and I started working only after I got off the boat. While everyone was eating meat and drinking, I could only watch. There shouldn't be anyone who has a harder job on this trip than me, right?

"

The speaker was the military commander accompanying this trip, Army Captain Gai Liangcai. He is currently the commander of an infantry company in Sanya. Originally, a second lieutenant platoon leader would be enough for this kind of job, but in order to show the importance the military attaches to this,

, and in order to facilitate the command of the accompanying armed personnel, the captain was transferred to serve as the military leader of the trip. And all the sailors on the accompanying expedition-class warship were also commanded by him during the mission.

Although Gai Liangcai's words contained some elements of complaint, they were also true. His mission was to ensure the personal safety of North Koreans, and there were obviously no threats other than nature on this route. Security forces really needed to be deployed.

, it still had to be after the North Koreans disembarked from the ship, so he had such complaints.

However, his fake complaint was immediately exposed by Tian Zheng: "Brother Gai started complaining just after setting off? I heard that Brother Gai even took the initiative to apply for the job in Victory Fort. I'm afraid he wasn't so active just for the sake of the job on the way.

How many meals of meat and wine?”

Gai Liangcai smiled and said: "Brother Tian, ​​where did this news come from? What a joke!"

Tian Zheng smiled and said: "I heard that the Sanya Garrison will have several promotion places at the end of the year. The infantry battalion currently stationed at Luhuitou Base seems to have a vacant battalion-level deputy position! Brother Gai is now a captain, but he is just enough to get this.

threshold!"

In the Haihan Army, both company and deputy battalion positions can be held by captain officers, and those who want to go up higher must have the rank of major. Obviously, the Haihan Army will not have any major military operations this year, so currently

The troops stationed in Sanya can only stay until the garrison period is over, and then rotate to other places to see if there will be opportunities to obtain military honors.

Under such circumstances, the security mission of the Crown Prince of Joseon during his visit to Haehan was actually an errand that would result in military merit. For some officers who urgently needed merit in order to gain an advantage in the promotion competition, this was a rare mission.

There is an opportunity. People with ideas and connections will naturally try to get through the joints to win this task as soon as possible.

Of course, the Crown Prince of Joseon's application for this trip was a last-minute decision, and various departments arranged candidates in a hurry. Only a very few well-informed people could get the relevant information in time. Everyone on the ship was notified at short notice to participate in this operation.

Gai Liangcai probably never imagined that anyone could know about the internal arrangements of the military.

Gai Liang was silent for a few seconds and suddenly asked: "Excuse me, what is the relationship between Tian Biao and Brother Tian?"

"It's my brother." Tian Zheng responded unabashedly: "Brother Gai's application was stamped by my brother, so I happened to know about it. I hope Brother Gai won't be surprised!"

Gai Liangcai smiled and said: "I, Gai Liangcai, have not had time to express my gratitude to your brother, so why should I blame you? Brother Tian has said something serious. When I come back from this inspection trip, I will make a favor and ask Brother Tian to invite your brother on my behalf.

Everyone here is interested in meeting me, so let’s have a casual meal together then!”

Tian Zheng cupped his hands and said, "It's easy to talk, brother Gai is so polite!"

Zhang Qianzhi listened to the questions and answers of the two people and basically understood most of them. Tian Zheng's brother Tian Biao was in charge of such foreign assignments in the army. He may not have decided on this choice. After all, Gai

The fact that Liangcai got the news in time and took the initiative to apply for the task from above showed that he had other connections, but Tian Zheng attributed the favor to his brother in just a few words. Gai Liangcai also knew the situation and said

I am willing to further my friendship with the Tian brothers. This can be considered a very happy ending.

And why Tian Zheng's brother leaked this candidate to him in advance, was it to facilitate Tian Zheng's work, or was he trying to take this opportunity to make friends with Gai Liangcai, who had a certain background in the military. That is a secret that only the person involved knows.

.

Of course, this kind of entanglement of interests in the officialdom is not serious enough to constitute a foul, but it at least shows that Gai Liangcai did not come to this ship only after passively accepting transfer orders, and his previous complaints were even more unbelievable. However, Zhang Qianzhi felt that Tian Zheng

It seems that there is no need to expose this matter in front of officials from various departments. A private chat with Gai Liangcai should have the same effect.

Gai Liangcai said that after the mission was completed, he would treat everyone present to dinner. This was undoubtedly because he hoped that the people who heard the conversation just kept it secret. Zhang Qianzhi was not happy to participate in these official entertainments, and immediately said that he still had

I have other tasks, and I will probably be busy with other things when I come back, so I may not have time to attend Gai Liangcai's dinner.

"It would be very interesting if we could process this and write it into a report." Hong Jingwen said a few words. Seeing Gai Liangcai staring at him, he immediately changed his words and said, "I'm just joking. Brother Gai, there's no need.

really!"

"Speaking of reports, I would like to ask Brother Hong, have you already released the news that the Joseon Crown Prince is going to visit and inspect? When I set out today, I saw a lot of onlookers near the pier. It was definitely not coming.

Look at people like you and me!" Zhang Qianzhi saw that the atmosphere was not right, so he took the initiative to change the topic.

Hong Jingwen responded: "This is also what I meant above. We must take this opportunity to show our national strength to the other party and start building momentum through propaganda methods from the beginning to attract the attention of the people."
Chapter completed!