The mage in the late Qing Dynasty

After Qu Benqiao and others returned, they also held some discussions.

Qu Benqiao said: "Five million taels of silver is definitely not possible. At this time, we have 1.58 million taels in hand. After lowering the price, the rest will be advanced from the public shares donated by all counties in the province and private shares raised by individuals. The mine must be paid." Take the power."

Feng Jichuan was indignant: "The British devils have taken advantage of them, and they are unwilling to do so."

Liu Maoshang, who specializes in industry, is relatively calm: "What Zhemeisen said is not unreasonable. The original plan for mining rights was very big, and we can't take chances. In my opinion, Zhemeisen's price is 3 million. Two pieces of silver. Anything less than this is a victory."

The three of them then prepared for the next negotiation and went to collect the remaining money.

Baojin Company wanted to raise shares from all over the province. In the past few days, Qu Benqiao sent many telegrams back to contact major newspapers in Shanxi.

As soon as the news came out, the common people and gentry actively participated.

The Association of Shanxi Students Studying in Japan heard about this incident and sent a call and an open letter, once again calling on Zhao Chuanxin to take action, with a somewhat questioning tone.

Because Zhao Chuanxin has not expressed his position so far.

Of course, Zhao Chuanxian didn't know these things.

In the capital, Cixi was furious: "How can Zhao Chuanxin be so unreasonable? Do you really think that he can cover the sky with just one hand? Is he colluding with the rebellious party?"

No wonder she was suspicious.

In the past, she didn't take these rogue parties seriously at all, but in recent years, the development of the situation has made Cixi increasingly frightened. Sun Gongwu, who was originally unlucky, actually climbed several hills in Zhennanguan this time.

Zhao Chuanxin is even more of a hot potato. If the two of them join forces, the consequences will be disastrous.

Aixinjueluo Yikuang was old and said tremblingly: "Lord Buddha, please calm down. The commander of the Guangxi Patrol Battalion, Guo Renzhang, called and claimed that the casualties were not serious and that the incident had subsided. According to reports, Zhao Chuanxin led his disciples Traveling across the mountains and seas, I happened to pass through Qinzhou, and I heard the villain slander that those fellow rebels were common people, so I took action, but it was just a misunderstanding..."

Although this explanation could not make Cixi's suspicion go away, her anger was temporarily suppressed: "Where is Ao Island? What if the Portuguese send warships?"

Aixinjueluo Zaifeng, who has become the Minister of Military Aircraft, said: "Lord Buddha, Portugal may not dare to send warships."

"Why?"

"Like the Japanese, they were worried that Zhao Chuanxin would destroy their warships."

Cixi: "..."

Aixinjueluo Yikuang was very frightened of Zhao Chuanxin.

He took the opportunity to say: "Old Buddha, Zhao Chuanxin may be unruly, but he is also dedicated to defeating the great powers. For the sake of the overall situation, we must not allow him to do this again."

He said in his heart that he must never go to sea to catch documents again. Zhao Chuanxin was forced to jump over the wall in a hurry. He might actually get involved with Sun Gongwu, and then he would really become a serious problem.

Aixinjueluo Zaifeng and Aixinjueluo Yikuang secretly did not deal with them.

Why?

Guangxu and Cixi were getting weaker and weaker, and anyone with a discerning eye could see it.

Cixi already secretly wanted to establish Puyi as his heir, because Tongzhi and Guangxu were already brothers, and if he were to establish Zaifeng again, the three generations would all belong to Kundi's inheritance, which was unprecedented in ancient times and was really inappropriate.

And Aisin Gioro Zaifeng will hold the power and become the regent.

Aixinjueluo Yikuang is currently on the same front as Yuan Datou. If Aixinjueluo Zaifeng takes over, the first thing he will do is to deal with Yuan Datou.

With Aixinjueluo Yikuang's approval, Aixinjueluo Zaifeng had to refute one or two things. He suggested in a seemingly harmless way: "Old Buddha, why don't you ask the Minister of War, Tie Liang, to send A capable general will go to Australia to take charge of the overall situation?"

Tie Liang was originally the Minister of Military and Aircraft, which is where Aixinjueluo Zaifeng is now.

But at this time, the position was given to Aisin Gioro Zaifeng, who is currently serving as Minister of War.

This was actually Cixi's plan. Cixi was a cunning and scheming person. She knew that once things were not harmonious, the Manchu and Han ministers had to maintain a balance, and the power could not be left to others. The iron-minded soldier could compete with Yuan Datou.

Therefore, the first, third, fifth and sixth towns among the six towns in Beiyang are currently under Tie Liang's control.

Tie Liang naturally sided with Aixinjueluo Zaifeng.

Cixi glanced at Aixinjueluo Zaifeng with deep meaning, shook her head and said, "Just let Zhang Renjun decide what to do. This man has always been brave, and all matters concerning Guangdong and Guangxi will be decided by him."

Aixinjueluo Zaifeng, who has always known how to hide his clumsiness, had no emotion on his face, as if he just said it casually and the result did not matter.

Cixi was relieved when she saw him.

…

Australia Island.

The person Zhang Renjun sent was Li Zhun, the commander-in-chief of Nan'ao Town.

Li Zhun inquired and found out that the person sent by Zhao Chuanxin to take charge of the affairs of Ao Island was named Li Ziyu.

Although Li Ziyu is well-known within the police circles of Hong Kong Island, he is unknown in the mainland and Macao.

Li Zhun first called several gentry from Ao Island to inquire: "How is the situation on Ao Island these days?"

"At first, many thieves took advantage of the situation to rob. Elder Li solved eight robberies in one day. All thieves in Ao Island were so timid that they did not dare to act rashly. The trend of robberies subsided."

Li Zhun asked again: "Will order be restored?"

"Already restored, Elder Li threatened to drive away the Portuguese in celebration. In the first year, he was exempted from taxes, and merchants and industrialists flocked to him. He was well versed in Chinese and Western studies, and he was able to manage civil affairs with ease. Regardless of Portugal or China, he was always fair. He governed the militia and summoned people. The wise men of Ao Island had different tasks and different interests. There were many barriers and constraints. Elder Li did his best to use his abilities and entrusted all the things that should be done on Ao Island. They were completely in order. Things were business affairs. If you move, you can draw, and you can simplify the procedures, and your talent can be easily seen."

Li Zhun took a breath.

Where did this talent come from?

Why haven't you heard of it before?

It is true that there are people outside the world.

He couldn't help but asked curiously: "How does it compare with the Portuguese Governor?"

The gentleman stroked his beard and smiled: "Elder Li is good at everything the Portuguese governor can do. What Elder Li can do, the Portuguese governor is far behind. When it comes to investigating and solving crimes, Elder Li has a sharp eye; when it comes to managing civil affairs, Elder Li is incompetent. Impossible."

This is strange.

This has nothing to do with the Qing court. In a short period of time, they have controlled the hearts and minds of the people of Australia Island.

The people's will is what Li Zhun wants, and there is nothing he can do if he comes.

He asked: "Where is Li Ziyu now?"

The gentleman pointed to the west: "In the Governor's Mansion."

Li Zhun smiled bitterly, "The dove occupies the magpie's nest."

He said goodbye to the gentry of Ao Island and went to the Governor's Mansion with his entourage. There were not many people there, and he was not worried about anything unexpected happening to Li Ziyu.

Li Ziyu was at work. When he heard that Zhang Renjun, the governor of Guangdong and Guangxi, had sent someone, he did not hesitate and hurried out to greet him.

"Master Li, this is Li Ziyu, we are our family."

Li Zhun looked carefully and saw that Li Ziyu's hair was black and shiny, neatly combed back, and his eyes were bright. The suit is neat and elegant, the shirt is white, and he looks very smart and capable.

He cupped his hands and said, "Unexpectedly, there are tigers hidden deep in the mountains, and there are also masters in the world. Elder Li really impressed me."

Li Ziyu smiled and introduced Li Zhun into the office, which was the former office of Governor Rosada.

Li Ziyu asked directly: "Master Li is here this time to deploy defenses on Ao Island?"

Being so straightforward is obviously the Western way of dealing with people.

Li Zhun was still a little uncomfortable, so he coughed dryly: "That's exactly it."

Li Ziyu was attentive and quickly ordered: "Pour some tea for Mr. Li."

Then he said to Li Zhun: "Our leader explained before he left that it is understandable for the imperial court to send troops for defense, but only for military purposes. In addition, if you choose to garrison troops, you should shoulder the heavy responsibility of defending the territory. Once the Portuguese counterattack, you must go into battle with guns. .What do you think, Mr. Li?"

Li Zhun hesitated.

If the Portuguese really fought back, the court would definitely give in and hand over Ao Island.

Li Ziyu smiled when he saw this: "The leader also said that if the imperial court is unable to do the job, our Australian island militia can also assume the responsibility of defending the territory, so there is no need for the imperial court to send troops. It is just a formality anyway. When the Portuguese come, the imperial court will This is used to shirk responsibility and ensure not to embarrass 'Lafayette'."

The last sentence was somewhat ironic.

But what can Li Zhun say?

The fake foreign devil in front of him was summoned by Zhao Chuanxin himself, and Li Zhun did not dare to fall out.

But he still rebelled against the general and asked: "How many people are there in the Australian island militia? The Portuguese are serious about retaliating. I am afraid that the warships will be like a forest and the flags will cover the sun."

"Our leader will ensure that the warships never come back." Li Ziyu was confident: "Although the time is short, our Macao Island militia has expanded to more than 2,000 people, and everyone is carrying a gun. If Portuguese soldiers come ashore, we will go forward and follow them. . At that time, even though I don’t have the strength to restrain a chicken, I will definitely charge forward. The sect is in trouble. With an order, tens of thousands of people from the Xuantian Sect will arrive at Ao Island in a few days. The man will just die."

I'm crazy... Li Zhun had also heard about the Xuantian Sect, especially the battle between Ao Island and the Portuguese soldiers, which made the ruling team famous, but Li Zhun didn't expect that the Xuantian Sect already had tens of thousands of people.

The so-called Australian Island People's Group is obviously more like the periphery of Xuantian Sect.

Think about it, Zhao Chuanxin, with his adjudication team of forty or fifty people, could wipe out all the Portuguese soldiers on Ao Island.

If Zhao Chuanxin brings tens of thousands of people with him, how can he still do it?

Of course, Li Ziyu was just bragging.

There are very few core members of Xuantian Sect, and the peripheral personnel are nothing more than a ragtag group of people.

Li Zhun clasped his fists: "I will definitely report this matter to Governor Zhang, and he will decide everything."

Li Ziyu said: "In any case, Mr. Li does not need to rush back. We are just about to announce the bidding. Mr. Li might as well join in the fun and have a banquet hosted by the Governor's Mansion."

Li Zhun agreed after a little hesitation.

If nothing else, he was really curious about what bidding was about.

Once gambling was banned in Guangdong and Guangxi, the business of gambling houses in Australia Island plummeted.

Later, he gradually turned a blind eye, and the gambling industry in Australia Island became chaotic.

And Li Zhun heard that Li Ziyu wanted to exempt businessmen from Ao Island from taxes for one year, so where would the money come from for them to run Ao Island?

When he arrived at the bidding site, Li Zhun understood.

The bidding is taking place elsewhere, in Shushan.

Gambling shop owners from all over the island came, and businessmen from other industries also came to join in the fun. The dividends in the gaming industry were really too tempting.

When he arrived at the scene, Li Zhun realized how high Li Ziyu's prestige was in Ao Island at this time.

A group of gambling house owners greeted respectfully: "Elder Li."

Li Ziyu's face was as bright as spring breeze. He could call everyone by name and respond to them one by one.

When they arrived at Lu Lianruo's place, Li Ziyu smiled brightly: "Lian Ruo is here."

Lu Lianruo knew that Li Ziyu was a capable person, and was flattered for a moment.

Li Ziyu patted him on the shoulder: "Sit down."

He came to the stage, pressed his hands, and the place fell silent.

Li Zhun's pupils shrank.

This man really has his wits about him.

This is definitely not just relying on Zhao Chuanxin's momentum.

Li Ziyu stood in front of the loudspeaker, straightened his clothes before speaking: "In the seventh year of Zhengde in the Ming Dynasty, Portuguese businessman Ou Weizhi came to China to sell spices and discovered this geomantic treasure.

During the Jiajing period, the Portuguese bribed local officials to obtain the right to dock ships at the docks. In the thirty-second year of Jiajing, the Portuguese began to take advantage of the situation and found excuses to stay ashore for a long time.

After the Opium War, the Portuguese invaded Taipa Island and Coloane Island.

In the thirteenth year of Guangxu's reign, Portugal forced the imperial court to sign a treaty with them, forcing the Portuguese to "permanently manage Macau".

The shameless and ugly face of the Portuguese is on full display.

but,

We, the people of Ao Island, are far more stubborn than the Qing court.

Facing the powerful Portuguese ships, cannons and fast guns, we, the people of Australia Island, were not afraid.

Amariu, the 79th Governor-General of Portugal in Australia, attempted to follow the British example and use force to force Emperor Daoguang to submit.

The Qing court was weak and kept giving in.

But we, the people of Australia Island, won’t do it.

A commoner named Shen Zhiliang, disguised as a trader, blocked Amaliu's way, and killed the Portuguese admiral and the governor of Ao Island with just a sickle.

The Portuguese are frightened, but the people of Macao are excited.

But the good times didn't last long.

Shen Zhiliang was able to escape the pursuit of the Portuguese, but he did not escape the Qing court. In the end, he was caught and handed over to the Portuguese.

No wonder foreigners always say that only the Chinese can govern the Chinese, and we understand that they fight among themselves behind closed doors.

When Li saw this history from decades ago, his blood boiled and he was extremely angry..."

Businessmen in this era are still very passionate.

Even though many of the people present had done dirty things that were ridiculous, when they heard this story, their nostrils flared and their breathing became heavy.

Yes, the Portuguese were tyrannical, but the people of Australia never surrendered.

Li Zhun watched with cold eyes and saw Li Ziyu eloquent and eloquent. His eloquence was truly remarkable.

His words easily stirred up the atmosphere here, and I couldn't help but admire him.

Li Ziyu waved his fist: "However, the head of our Xuantian Sect, Zhao Chuanxin, finally drove away the Portuguese in early 1908!

The Portuguese still dare not send warships, why?

According to the words of our leader Zhao Chuanxin, I hope the Portuguese will not keep Zhao waiting for a long time, and hope that there will be more battleships this time. Zhao’s sword is already hungry and thirsty! "

My last words directly detonated the whole audience!

"The God of War is invincible!"