Tuqing: My first love was Cixi

Chapter 193: Dominate the world! Horror! Savior!

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Governor's Yamen.

"Sir Governor, Hu Xueyan would like to see you." The staff entered.

The governor of Zhejiang was slightly stunned when he was holding the book at the banquet, Hu Xueyan? Isn't he following Su Yi now? What is he here to do?

But whether it was Hu Xueyan before or now, he is a famous God of Wealth, so good to see him.

Moreover, when we were in Hangzhou before, we had dealt with everyone.

"Let him in." Yanduan wrote.

After a while, Hu Xueyan walked in, but he wasn't the only one.

"Who is your Excellency?" Yan held the book.

Su Yi took off his hat and said: "Master Yan, this is the first time we meet, I am Su Yi."

The governor of Zhejiang was startled when he was reading the book at the banquet and almost stood up.

Everyone knows about Su Yi's reputation now. Everyone in the entire court is shouting about beating him, and all the officials near Jiangxi have expressed their opinions.

For example, Tian Yugong is now a high-ranking co-organizer of the bachelor's degree, and he is also the crown prince and Shaobao, and he has a lot of honors.

Moreover, Yan Duanshu knew that Su Yi and Tian Yugong were indeed political allies.

All the real power and important official positions are occupied by people.

It's a carrot and a pit. If people don't give up your position, it will be useless no matter how hard you try.

Su Yi said: "Time is very tight, there is no time to go around in circles! Next, I will find a good job for you in the capital, and you can leave Zhejiang as quickly as possible."

This is a high-level social interaction. When facing a former frontier official like Su Yi, even if he is now dismissed, he must be treated with courtesy.

As soon as these words came out, Yan Duanshu immediately shut up.

Otherwise, as long as the rebel army rushes into Zhejiang, everything will be over.

In fact, Su Yi didn't need to say this.

Su Yi said slowly: "Master Yan, you should seek to be transferred from Zhejiang Governor immediately. It will be too late any later."

Block your fart, cover your fart.

He had no friendship with Weng Tongshu, and they were not Jinshi in the same year at all.

Because I really don’t know where to start.

Now that Su Yi suddenly appeared in front of him, the man was naturally frightened and wanted to call him off immediately.

However, it is safer to say it.

As soon as these words came out, Yan Duanshu's expression changed and he said: "Su Yi, you must have done a simple job."

Moreover, a special memorial was written to impeach Su Yi.

Because Weng Tongshu died, and his death was unclear.

Moreover, the imperial court did not trust Yan Duan Shu's ability to fight. Now that the rebellious army may be about to invade Zhejiang, it must be replaced by a governor who can fight. After picking and choosing, Wang Youling is the most suitable.

However, he cannot do this.

Before Su Yi was dismissed last time, the imperial court sent secret envoys to the south to find out. As the governor of Zhejiang, he was no exception.

Yanduan wrote: "Of course the soldiers will come to cover up the water and the earth."

He wanted to seek transfer to Beijing, but now the court has no shortage of people.

Su Yi said: "The rebel army has already conquered Wuxi and will attack Suzhou soon. Once Suzhou is defeated, it will inevitably attack Zhejiang. Does Mr. Yan have any strategies to deal with the enemy?"

In history, when the Taiping Army entered Zhejiang, it was almost unstoppable and could not be stopped at all.

Hu Xueyan's words were a threat.

What followed was an awkward silence.

Because he had just captured Huai'an, he must be rewarded for such a great contribution.

Yan Duanshu's heart was extremely complicated. This... wasn't this Wang Youling Su Yi's enemy?

Why did Su Yi want Wang Youling to come to Zhejiang as governor?

However, these are not important. What is important is the message in Su Yi's words.

Of course he had no enmity with Su Yi, he was just trying to flatter the emperor.

As long as the banquet leaves with a letter, the governor of Zhejiang must be Wang Youling.

At that time, the governor of Zhejiang issued a letter at the banquet and expressed his full support for the imperial court's actions. Su Yi's behavior was deviant and rebellious.

Moreover, Wang Youling had been the prefect of Hangzhou before. Not only that, Wang Youling and Su Yi were considered political enemies, at least in the eyes of the court.

Yan Duan Shu very politely invited Su Yi to sit down and made tea himself.

I really don’t know how many years it will take to wait for such a position.

Although he is purely a minister of Dali Temple and his rank is not necessarily as high as that of the governor of Zhejiang, he is one of the nine ministers and is usually highly qualified for other positions.

Tian Yugong resigned as Minister of Dali Temple?

This...this location is good.

Su Yi said: "One day, the minister of Dali Temple Tian Yu will resign, and the position of minister of Dali Temple will be vacant. You must do everything possible to seek this position, and then the position of governor of Zhejiang will be vacant. If If the imperial court asks you to recommend someone, you should recommend Wang Youling."

Su Yi was very clear about the psychological activities behind the banquet and reading of books. This person was now in a panic all day long. The closer the rebellious army got, the more he wanted to leave this place of right and wrong.

Yan Duanshu was about to get angry when suddenly Hu Xueyan said from beside him: "Master Yan, how is your relationship with Weng Tongshu? They seem to be Jinshi in the same year?"

As the governor of Zhejiang, he would either be killed by rebellion, commit suicide, or be captured by the court and taken to the capital to be executed.

But what about now?

Could Su Yi actually make Tian Yugong resign from his position as Minister of Dali Temple?

If you can, that would be great.

If these words came from other people's mouth, it could be regarded as fart.

But coming from Su Yi's mouth, it was priceless.

Because from the beginning to now, Su Yi has never broken even a single word of her promise.

Everything he said came true.

Even in Yan Duanshu's heart, Su Yi was so awesome that he dared to kill the imperial envoy, so what else could he not do?

Of course, it is dangerous to get involved with someone like Su Yi.

But... is it as dangerous as a counterattack?

And there is such a big shortage of ministers in Dali Temple?

Who can not be tempted by this huge benefit?

It's a coincidence that according to history, this person happened to be the Minister of Dali Temple next year.

Hu Xueyan said: "Master Yan, Tian Yugong has not resigned yet, so no one has competed for this lucrative position. You need to send people to Beijing in advance to plan, and you need to send money everywhere. Sushun doesn't like money very much, but Duanhua and Zai Yuan, and Hua Sha, the Minister of Civil Affairs, are indispensable, and Concubine Yi also needs a share."

Of course Yan Duanshu knew that such a big event would definitely cost a lot of money.

Hu Xueyan said: "Master Yan, do you need any money? My bank can lend you two hundred thousand taels, just make an IOU."

Yan Duan Shu was stunned, I don't need money.

After serving as an official for so many years, I can still afford two hundred thousand taels.

So he said cautiously: "That's not true..."

But Hu Xueyan said lightly: "I think you need money."

Yan Duan Shu was stunned and understood.

This two hundred thousand taels of silver IOU is the hush money.

For his own interests and future, Yan Duanshu will definitely not tell today's transaction. Once he tells it, the Dali Temple minister he seeks will be taken back.

But just in case, you still need a guarantee.

The IOU of two hundred thousand taels of silver was not only evidence and handle, but also a large sum of money.

Hu Xueyan would not really give him the money, but with this IOU, he could ask Yan Duanshu for payment at any time.

Of course, as long as you don't talk nonsense during the banquet, the two hundred thousand taels of silver IOU will never be released.

Yan Duanshu was slightly angry and couldn't help but ask: "When should I pay back this money?"

The meaning is very clear. When will you destroy this IOU?

Hu Xueyan said: "One month after you become the Minister of Dali Temple, I will return this IOU to you."

Then, Hu Xueyan said quietly: "Have we made a deal?"

Yan Duanshu fell into a fierce struggle.

I don't know if I should make this deal with Su Yi.

Hu Xueyan said calmly: "Sir, is He Guiqing, the governor of Liangjiang, dead?"

Su Yi said: "Yes, he is dead. He was beheaded by Shi Dakai in public to sacrifice the flag."

Suddenly, Yan Duanshu's heart twitched.

Heck, he's a scholar and a gentleman.

I don't want to see this kind of beating and killing.

So, Yan Duanshu wrote this IOU without saying a word, but did not sign it.

"Whenever Tian Yugong resigns, I will sign my name again." Yan Duan wrote.

Hu Xueyan said: "Of course, of course!"

Then, Hu Xueyan cupped his hands and said, "Farewell!"

Then, he added: "If I were you, I would send people to Beijing for activities now."

Then, Su Yi and Hu Xueyan left.

After the two left, Yan Duanshu took a long breath and leaned back in his chair.

Before I knew it, my back was wet.

The pressure at this moment was too great.

He doesn't know Western proverbs, otherwise he would feel that he had just made a deal with the devil.

It is also true that Su Yi has a first-class political reputation, otherwise this deal would really not be completed.

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After leaving Hangzhou!

Su Yi didn't even have time to take a special trip to the West Lake, but sent Li Qi away.

Li Qi will go to Beijing for business next.

This was the first time he had done such a big thing, and he was extremely nervous.

He silently recited the words Su Yi told him over and over again in his heart.

Not only was I nervous, but I also felt a sense of excitement.

I, Li Qi, used to be just a rogue, but now I want to do such a big thing for my master?

Su Yi patted his shoulder and said, "Don't be nervous, just do it as you normally would. I believe you can do it well."

Li Qi said: "If I don't do it right, I will kill myself in the capital and never have the face to see you again."

Su Yi smiled and said, "Don't say anything like this in the future."

Li Qi suddenly smiled awkwardly.

Then, he kowtowed to Su Yi and said, "Sir, that servant went to the capital to carry out errands for his master."

Then, he said to Hu Xueyan: "Master Hu, you are very capable. Please let me find a chance to sleep, even if it is in a carriage? Even if I am confused in the carriage for an hour or two."

Then, Li Qi turned around and left, walked to the pier, took a boat out to sea along the Qiantang River, and then went north to Tianjin, from Tianjin to Beijing for business.

Several people went to have a meal at Hu Xueyan's home in Hangzhou.

"Sir, what the Hunan Army means is that as long as we get the governor of Jiangsu, the governor of Zhejiang, the governor of Fujian and the governor of Fujian and Zhejiang, they will agree to join our seven-province secret treaty and fight against the central branch, right?"

Su Yi said: "Yes."

Waita preached: "The governor of Zhejiang has achieved 60% success. The governor of Jiangsu is also in progress, and the remaining ones are the governor of Anhui and the governor of Fujian and Zhejiang."

Hu Xueyan suddenly said: "Sir, I think the governor of Anhui, we don't need to do too much work."

Lin Li said: "Because the Hunan Army is determined to win the governor of Anhui."

clever.

Fuji, the governor of Anhui, lost the provincial capital Luzhou. Zeng Guofan sent Li Xubin and other generals to rescue Anhui. The rescue would certainly not be in vain.

Zeng Guofan was the most direct and cruel person.

He likes to impeach people most, and once impeached by him, he will lose his office.

The governors of Hubei and Jiangxi were eliminated by Zeng Guofan.

How could he let go of this opportunity now? Maybe Fuji had already lost his official position.

In history, Weng Tongshu, the governor of Anhui, had a falling out with the local military commanders, leading to a mutiny. Zeng Guofan impeached him severely and directly sent Weng Tongshu to Beijing to be executed. Although he did not die, he was also exiled to Yili.

It was Li Xuyi, the general of the Hunan Army, who later took over as governor of Anhui.

If Li Xubin did not die in battle this time like in history, then he would be the new governor of Anhui.

Lin Li said: "Commander, if this happens, the Hunan Army will become too powerful."

Yes, it's too big.

Anhui, Hunan, Hubei, and even Jiangxi are all the territory of the Hunan Army.

Hu Xueyan said: "With He Guiqing's death, the governor of Liangjiang will be vacant. Is it possible that Zeng Guofan will take over as the governor of Liangjiang?"

Su Yi said: "High probability event."

Lin Li said: "We are considered political allies now, but when you enter the center, you will become political enemies."

Hu Xueyan said: "Go through this hurdle first."

Yes, let’s get through this hurdle first.

If you can't pass this level, there will be no future.

The imperial power in this era is so powerful.

The emperor was just a little willful and dismissed Su Yi as governor of Jiangxi a few days in advance.

As a result, Su Yi had to work hard to establish the seven-province secret agreement and the Southern Economic Cooperation.

What's even more ridiculous is that the emperor knew nothing about all this.

With such great power, it is like a baby wielding a hammer, hurting others and hurting itself.

But it’s okay, you can do these things sooner or later.

Now that he has done it, his prestige is higher. After entering the center, many things become easier.

Waita preached: "Next, the most important thing is to get the governor of Fujian and Zhejiang." Qingrui, the governor of Fujian and the governor of Fujian and Zhejiang, was one of the most important among the seven governors planned by Su Yi.

Because Zeng Guofan is not the governor of Liangjiang yet, and He Guiqing is, this person is the only governor among the seven.

He is a character who must be dealt with.

This man is a Manchu, the emperor's loyal dog, and extremely greedy.

Therefore, it was absolutely impossible for him to sign Su Yi's seven-province secret agreement, and there was even no possibility of a transaction.

But this person was very hostile to Su Yi, and he didn't even know where the hostility came from.

The last time the imperial court wanted to remove Su Yi and conduct a thorough investigation of the feudal officials around Jiangxi, it clearly did not send an emissary to question Qingrui.

As a result, this person took the initiative to write a letter, cursed Su Yi, and listed several major crimes.

See what that means. Not only should Su Yi be dismissed, but he should also be escorted to Beijing and imprisoned.

Therefore, Su Yi would not talk to him or meet him at all.

Just get rid of him.

Is it so easy to get rid of a governor of Fujian and Zhejiang?

not easy.

It's not easy.

The Taiping Army was still far away from Fujian. Su Yi could not use the Taiping Army to attack the city, let alone kill Qingrui like He Guiqing.

Only political means can be used.

An almost unsolvable political maneuver.

In fact, in history, even Zeng Guofan had no solution to this kind of thing.

That is the Tianjin lesson plan.

Xiamen happened to be a treaty port, and there were also foreign churches there.

Then copy a Xiamen lesson plan.

And the noise was bigger and more fierce!

A big case that no one can solve.

Directly remove Qingrui, the governor of Fujian and Zhejiang.

Then, put on your own.

Of course, it would be extremely difficult to replace someone with one of your own.

but!

Under the planning and layout, it can be done.

Damn the emperor, he just wrote a few words and forced Su Yi to go all over the southern provinces to do these huge things.

It would be a big deal if any of these things were revealed.

As a result, we had to do several things at the same time.

The replacement of the governor of Zhejiang and the replacement of the governor of Fujian and Zhejiang must be completed almost at the same time.

One can imagine the pressure on such a big deal.

After eating, Hu Xueyan called his concubine to wash Su Yi's feet.

Su Yi, who had not slept for almost several days and nights, fell asleep immediately.

When Waitabu and Hu Xueyan saw this, they were extremely confused.

Because of Su Yi's order, he left immediately after eating. The situation was so tense that no one could wait.

But when I saw him sleeping, I couldn't bear to wake him up.

But Lin Li gritted his teeth and stepped forward, saying softly: "Sir, it's time to set off."

Su Yi opened her eyes suddenly, nodded and said: "Oh, yes, let's go!"

At this time, Su Yi, who was awakened and confused, seemed like a mortal in the minds of Hu Xueyan and others.

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A few days later!

The most severe moment has finally arrived.

After Shi Dakai's tens of thousands of troops broke through the city of Wuxi, they took a short rest and then headed towards Suzhou.

This, one of the most important cities of the Qing Dynasty in the south and a real financial and taxation center, was surrounded by Shi Dakai's large army.

When Shi Dakai sent out troops, the number was 70,000. After several battles, the number now became more than 70,000.

The number of troops increased.

Seeing his successive victories, the old troops who had previously wavered came to join him one after another.

The days in Tianjing were a little more miserable. If you follow King Yi out to fight, you can plunder and make a lot of money.

Although Tianjing is rich now, it is short of supplies, and Suzhou is the world of flowers.

Suzhou is equally important to Su Yi.

First of all, getting Jiangsu Governor Xu Youren to join the secret agreement was the most critical step.

Secondly, the fact that Jiangsu is so wealthy is equally important for Su Yi to complete the gambling agreement.

If you want to make money, you need super big cities like Suzhou and Shanghai.

If it was looted by the Taiping Army, what kind of business would it be doing?

Capturing Suzhou and capturing Jiangsu Governor Xu Youren are the key among the keys.

More than 70,000 Taiping troops stretched from heaven to earth, boundless and difficult for birds to cross.

Moreover, Su Yi had a deal with the imperial court. He saved Suzhou, and the imperial court appointed Li Si as the prefect of Jiujiang and Shen Baozhen as the acting governor of Jiangxi.

If the city of Suzhou is destroyed, Su Yi's political credibility will also be ruined.

The Taiping Army surrounded three towers, leaving the east gate open.

Su Yi took a deep breath and ran into Suzhou City.

Two-quarters of an hour later, he finally met Xu Youren, the governor of Jiangsu.

The key man in Su Yi's plan.

After Xu Youren saw Su Yi, he said slowly: "Master Su Yi, you finally came to see me."

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at the same time!

In the capital, the life of Dali Temple Qingtian Yugong has been very difficult recently.

Because he and Su Yi were too close before and were completely political allies, so they were also implicated at this time.

However, because he was also the emperor's confidant and held a high position, the emperor also gave him dignity.

I won’t say that you resigned on your own initiative.

However, he really couldn't stay in the position of Minister of Dali Temple.

In fact, someone from the imperial court had hinted to Tian Yugong that as long as you make your position clear and draw a clear line with Su Yi, you can rest easy.

How to draw the line?

It's very simple, just write a memorial to publicly impeach Su Yi, that's it.

However, until now, Tian Yugong has not written this memorial.

It's not entirely because he has such deep affection for Su Yi.

First of all, the friendship must be deep, and he also admires what Su Yi has done.

However, the reason why he did not impeach Su Yi was because of his reputation.

Ruilin, the Minister of Military and Aircraft, has not read any books. He has not yet submitted a memorial to impeach Su Yi, and spends most of his time at home sick.

You, Tian Yugong, are not yet the Minister of Military and Aircraft, and you are well-read in poetry and books, and have a noble character. How can you not wait to write a memorial to impeach Su Yi at this time?

Once Su Yi is impeached, he will retain his official position, but it will ruin Shilin's reputation.

It will become a stain.

Not everyone is like Shen Baozhen, who doesn't care about the stains in life.

And because Shen Baozhen never left Su Yi during the most difficult moments, his reputation has gradually recovered.

There is not much time left for Tian Yugong.

Either resign or impeach Su Yi.

But he didn't want to do either of these things.

Therefore, he felt that he had really entered a dead end at this time, with no way out at all.

At this time, a confidant came to report: "Sir, Li Qi came to visit secretly."

Tian Yugong, Qing of Dali Temple, was slightly startled, Li Qi?

Su Yi's confidant?

What is he doing in Beijing at this time?

Is there something you need help with? But I, Tian Yugong, can't protect myself now.

"Bring him in secretly, don't let anyone see."

"Yes!"

Then, Tian Yugong closed his eyes and started brewing.

Since you have decided to value friendship, you must follow through, even if the other party is just Su Yi's servant.

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A quarter of an hour later.

The co-organizer of the bachelor's degree, Tian Yugong of Dali Temple, secretly met Li Qi in the study.

There is no one within a hundred feet of the surrounding area, ensuring that there are no ears in the dividing wall.

After Li Qi came in, he bowed deeply and said: "First of all, on behalf of my family, I would like to express my apologies. Because my family's involvement has put you in such a difficult situation, it has almost ruined your official future."

Tian Yugong stepped forward, helped Li Qi up, and said eagerly: "What are you talking about? There is no need to say such superficial words between Master Su Yi and me. The friendship between gentlemen lies in the heart."

In any case, Tian Yugong has not been willing to impeach Su Yi until now. No matter what the motivation is, this is a critical moment to see people's hearts.

Li Qi said: "But my master is very anxious. He absolutely does not want to see Mr. Tian being implicated. He must find a way out for him no matter what."

Tian Yugong said: "I accept brother Su Yi's affection, but I can still bear it. The worst I can do is resign and go home. It's much harder for him than me now. Let me, the brother, concentrate on getting through the difficulties. As the elder brother, I can't bear it." Even in my hometown, I am happy for him."

Li Qi said: "My master means that it is embarrassing for Mr. Tian to stay in the capital now, so it is better to leave. Leave the center temporarily and take up your post. In this way, the chessboard will be alive."

Tian Yugong said: "Place? There is no place now."

His level is too high now. If he goes to a certain place, he must be at least governor or above.

But now the vacancies for local governors, either in extremely dangerous places or slightly better places, are all occupied.

Li Qi said: "How about Governor of Fujian and Zhejiang?"

Is Tian Yugong shocked? !

Governor of Fujian and Zhejiang?

He didn't even dare to think that this was the governor, who was higher than his current position.

Moreover, the current governor of Fujian and Zhejiang, Qingrui, is also a confidant of the emperor and has a deep foundation.

For Tian Yugong, he is willing to do even a slightly inferior governor.

Not to mention the governor?

In his current situation, it is simply impossible.

He couldn't even get the position of governor, because Tian Yugong had always acted as a lonely minister who was only loyal to the emperor, and he didn't have any party members except Su Yi.

Li Qidao: "Next, there will be a shocking and major case in Fujian, involving foreigners, and the governor of Fujian and Zhejiang will step down because of this. Because this major case involves foreigners, no one dares to take this position, because no one can solve this problem Trouble. When Mr. Tian takes the initiative to apply, he will be able to get the position of governor."

Tian Yugong said: "But I am afraid that I cannot properly solve this horrifying case. Foreigners are involved, and if there is a murder case, it will be a big deal."

Li Qi said: "My lord can solve it, and it can be solved easily. My master, Su Yi, will take care of everything for you, and you can take up the post of governor with peace of mind!"

Tian Yugong understood instantly.

This...this so-called horrific case involving foreigners was probably concocted by Su Yi.

For a moment, he was stunned.

Is it such a big... handiwork?

Mr. Su Yi, for the sake of his friends, he did such a thing.

Is this friendship so shocking?

Of course, Tian Yugong knew that Su Yi must have his own political purpose.

However, it is also true that the deeds do not matter the heart.

Judging from the results alone, Su Ye would go through fire and water for the sake of friends and brothers.

This is considered a life-long friendship.

If it were anyone else, it would still be regarded as nonsense.

But what Su Yi said should be taken seriously.

But this thing is so big and so beautiful.

Tian Yugong couldn't believe it, but he was full of expectations.

Li Qi said: "I will be waiting in Beijing with Mr. Tian. If nothing else happens, it will only be these two days."

Tian Yugong said: "If this really happens and comes true, then Tian will be so grateful to Brother Su Yi that there are no words to express!"

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At the same time, Ronglu led the Tianjin New Army and sailed on the Yangtze River waterway.

His destination is Jiujiang, where he is on an errand under the orders of the imperial court!

However, Jiujiang is almost completely unarmed and almost undefended.

At the same time, a hundred miles ahead, the small fleet hired by Su Yi and Ba Xiali was patrolling the river with all its teeth and claws.

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Note: The first update is here, and I failed to adjust my work schedule again. I wrote these chapters very slowly.

I will continue to shamelessly ask for monthly tickets from my benefactor. This is a huge motivation for me. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.

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