Wild North America 1846

Chapter 457 Interlude

In early September 1865, the Great Court Meeting was unprecedentedly grand. The envoys from Fusang State to Tang Dynasty and the envoys from Lanfang State to Tang Dynasty came hand in hand to present tribute lists and pay homage to His Majesty the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty. From then on, the Tang Empire had two more Tibetan vassal states, and the courtiers in the hall celebrated it.

The influence of the Tang Empire in the Pacific has further expanded, and it has already included the Fuso Kingdom and the Ryukyu Kingdom in the mainland of China as vassals. Its influence in the Western Pacific has skyrocketed, and combined with the exclusive royal territory of Paradise Island and northern Alaska, Midway Island and Hawaii Island,

The entire Pacific Ocean is like an inner lake, allowing people to come and go.

And this

This aroused deep fear in the British Empire, which stretched across the world's oceans, and subsequently changed its East Asia policy.

The British who originally supported the shogunate turned to support the powerful vassals in the southwest, which strongly demanded social reform and respected the emperor, especially the Satsuma Domain, Choshu Domain, and Hizen Domain, forming a powerful local force capable of resisting the shogunate's rule.

The Kingdom of the Netherlands, whose largest and most important colony was located in the East Indies, could clearly feel the threat of the Tang Empire. In compliance with the British attitude, it also supported the powerful southwestern vassal, secretly importing large amounts of weapons and supplies such as guns and cannons to support its fight with

The shogunate resisted.

However, the French and the British could not urinate in the same pot and chose to stand in the unified camp of the Tang Empire to support the shogunate. This was exactly the same as in the original history.

Although the Fusang Kingdom now regards the Tang Empire as its imperial state, as an independent country, the humiliating treaties it signed after being opened to the country by European and American powers are still in effect, and its status as a semi-colonial and semi-feudal country has not changed much.

What Fusang was able to receive from the Tang Empire was loans and material support, including the appointment of military officers for training, the acceptance of Fusang students from abroad, and the slight improvement in the discriminatory treatment of Fusang people in the Tang Empire, etc.

Of course Emperor Richard couldn't just watch these gangsters wreak havoc. He had to help the shogunate army, which represented the decadent and backward feudal forces, to fight the war. How could he do it in two or three years?

The vast blue waves beside the Taiye Pool, the lush exotic flowers and plants were all covered with a layer of snow. The Queen and a group of beautiful concubines were wearing mink cloaks, holding mink warmers in their hands, and there were also

The gold-plated cloud silk charcoal heater is so beautiful that the birds and birds are swallowed up.

There were also old muskets and Napoleonic cannons lying around in the warehouse. Over time, they became a pile of junk, so a batch was transferred to the Fuso Army in the name of a loan to support them in suppressing the rebellion.

"You started it so quickly, you don't have any patience at all!" Richard chuckled when he heard this, and sat on the soft couch with a relaxed look, not looking anxious at all.

The powerful southwestern feudal lords such as Satsuma, Tosa, Hizen and Choshu took the opportunity to hold high the banner of "restoration and return to power" and gathered soldiers to rebel, and many local powerful lords responded. This made the situation faced by the shogunate extremely serious, so it urgently came to court for emergency.

The strength of the shogunate army in history has become weaker and weaker. With the help of the Tang Empire, it is very likely to make a comeback and win the civil war.

Looking back, he saw a large group of princes and princesses playing with their pet animals. This harmonious royal atmosphere made Richard feel very happy and he felt very cheerful.

so many years

Emperor Richard and Queen Lin have always had a close relationship. They have three sons and one daughter. Prince Qin is also the Duke of California, and Crown Prince Tang-Li Qian is 17 years old this year. He once supervised the country during His Majesty's visit to Europe.

"I say you deserve it, so you deserve it." Richard said domineeringly.

"It was the envoy of the Fuso Kingdom who reported an urgent matter; the powerful Southwestern feudal lords launched a rebellion with the support of the British. The people of Edo Town smashed their houses and robbed the police and soldiers of their swords and guns because of the "rice riot", and it quickly spread to all major cities in Fuso.

City.

"That's right, a European proverb says; even the fish will fight in the pond where the British walk.

When it comes to fanning the flames, these guys in London are pretty good at it.

Calculate the time

It was time for chaos in the Fuso Kingdom. The Overthrow Movement was followed by the "Boshin War". The reformers who respected the emperor's "restoration of imperial rule" fought with the shogunate army for two or three years. The war spread throughout the Fuso Islands.

It will take at least 5 years to fight at the beginning, and you must win in the end, because that is in the true interest of the Tang Empire.

The inheritance system of the Tang Empire was clear, and with so many veterans of the House of Nobles watching, the children of the imperial concubines and concubines had no chance to compete for the great treasure, so they naturally gave up their thoughts.

In the original history

At the end of the war, as the forces of the reformers became more and more powerful, the shogunate army was defeated by the enemy. Finally, General Tokugawa Yoshiki had to retire and admit defeat, "returning the great power", which triggered a series of events such as the final "Meiji Restoration".

Colonial development and industrial changes.

On the second day after the snow stopped, people in the city went out with their families to enjoy the snow scenery, but the road out of the city was blocked by all kinds of cars and horses.

"So good."

Queen Lin's body has also gained some weight, and she is very plump and plump. Seeing this, she smiled and said: "It is rare to go out to the garden to relax. Your Majesty is still thinking about the general public. I think that the Holy King of the Tang Dynasty is in court. I am really a good person."

A blessing that never comes!"

"Hongzhong, don't make trouble, and you guys should stay safe." Richard casually scolded a few pet beasts that were eager to try, and then said to Queen Lin, "It's windy by the lake, so it's not advisable to stay for a long time. Queen, please stay for a while.

, then take them to the Nuan Palace to rest, so as not to be frozen by the cold wind."

However, Fuso Country's matter is ultimately an internal rebellion, and it is not appropriate for the empire to intervene directly. It should mainly provide material assistance and military training, and some loan assistance can be added if appropriate.

Richard did not need to worry about these trivial matters. He walked into the palace on one side, followed closely by the newly transferred deputy director Liang Bojun. After entering the store, he bowed deeply and reported loudly;

The stage in Nuandian is also ready, and the gong can be sounded at any time for the show to begin.

Two new self-governments were established in the northern British Canadian colonies, one was Canada and the other was Yukon (formed by the merger of Yukon Territory and British Columbia).

He looked over and saw that it was Liang Bojun, the newly transferred deputy director of the Royal Secretariat. He was holding a memorial in his hand and standing far away from the Nuan Palace, looking too scared to come over.

I don’t dare to neglect you, Your Majesty, please forgive me!”

late December

"Aww..." The huge and colorful tiger "Hongzhong" suddenly let out a threatening growl, which caught Richard's attention.

As long as there is money and food, Fuso Country will have no shortage of cannon fodder. How could the shogunate rule this archipelago for thousands of years without any means?

Those vassal towns in the southwest that have a bone on the back of their head can’t jump up, so let them beat them first. The more people die, the more they will wake up.”

He thought about it and then said;

"Within a few months of stability after the Fusang Kingdom paid tribute, the southwestern vassals jumped out impatiently. It seems that they have the full support of the British and Dutch countries behind them, and they have bad intentions!"

After setting down the rules for handling this urgent matter in a few words, Emperor Richard waved his hand to Liang Bojun and asked him to retreat, and he just had to follow the imperial edict.

Richard nodded and said with a calm look on his face;

"I'm sorry, what's the matter?"

The Tang Empire could help the shogunate win the war by providing money and food. After the shogunate was saddled with a heavy debt burden, it could also kindly help reduce the debt by selling the Ezo land to the Tang Empire.

"Auspicious snow heralds a good year!" Emperor Richard said with emotion.

The remaining two princes are the second and third heirs to the throne respectively. Queen Lin's position is extremely solid. She controls the east and west palaces, and there is no bloody drama about favorite concubines competing for the throne.

"Your Majesty, the Security Bureau has recently detected that more than a dozen British and Dutch ships have entered the southwest port. In addition to carrying arms and ammunition, there are also a large amount of grain, cloth and other materials, which should be related to this matter." Liang Bojun replied in a low voice.

road.

Dozens of banquet tables have been arranged in the Warm Palace. The main attraction is of course hot pot. There are all kinds of seafood hot pot, beef and mutton hot pot. The masters can order whatever they want to eat according to their taste.

"The humble minister had the audacity to break into the royal palace and interfere with the elegant entertainment of His Majesty's garden. He deserves to die. Please forgive me."

The Tang Empire helped its younger brother win the civil war, quell the rebellion, and conveniently obtained a piece of territory in the northern part of the Fuso Islands. It could also give the shogunate a sum of money to reform the long-standing abuses and revive the imperial court. Wouldn't it be the best of both worlds?

Having climbed onto such a big leg as the Tang Empire, the Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, which had been eyeing Lan Fang Kingdom covetously, had to restrain itself to avoid being found out by the Tang Empire and getting into an irremediable end.

However, the situation of Lan Fangguo has greatly improved. Some large enterprises such as Pacific Shipping Company have gone to the country to invest in terminals and warehousing facilities, and plan to establish a transit port on the Nanyang route to further consolidate and expand their share of industry trade.

The imperial capital Chang'an ushered in its first snowfall since the beginning of winter. The snowfall was not heavy, but it aroused great interest from the people of Chang'an City, because Chang'an City had not snowed in seven years.

The palace scenery surrounded by mountains and rivers was enchanting in the wind after the snow. Emperor Richard took the queen and his concubines with great interest to enjoy the scenery in the snow. Dozens of ferocious beasts, some of which carried young princes and princesses on their backs,

Some accompanied them to play, creating a happy and harmonious royal atmosphere.

Time flies quietly like water, and it’s the end of the year again in a flash.

Nowadays, since the Fusang Kingdom pays tribute to the Tang Empire, it is its master.

Which one is more important, the thousand-year rule of Honshu Island and the Ezo land, I believe Tokugawa Keiki should be able to distinguish clearly?

"That's because I have a good wife who has worked hard for the queen over the years to keep the palace backyard in order." Richard turned around with a smile and stretched out his hand to brush away a dead hair that fell from Queen Lin's hair.

Ye Wen said: "What I said is true. The Tang Empire is now prosperous and prosperous, and the Queen deserves the most credit!"

Thus

"Your Majesty, how can I, my concubine, dare to receive such praise?" Queen Lin was moved by these words and her beautiful eyes were covered with mist.

"Your Majesty, you can go on your own. I will wait for you at the Warm Hall."

Daming Palace

By the way, we will give them a batch of old grain in the reserve, temporarily limited to 12,000 tons, and reserve inventory to store new grain.

Of course, this kind of help must be given at the most difficult time, otherwise how can we take advantage of the situation?

I believe the imperial government can grasp the appropriateness.

The 12,000 tons of grain cannot be supplied all at once. 1,000 to 2,000 tons can be shipped slowly, which can take more than half a year or a year. Anyway, what is urgent is that the shogunate is not the Tang Empire.

This little episode did not affect the mood of Emperor Richard and his harem concubines enjoying the snow and watching the opera. In this rare parent-child moment, he showed his paternal tenderness despite the majesty of the emperor.

The joyful royal garden tour created a warm atmosphere of fatherly love and filial piety, and became an unforgettable and precious memory.

(End of chapter)