Rebirth of the Northern Giants

Chapter 289 Ye Zhikui Enters Nanjing

On the Chengdu Mansion Avenue, war horses hissed, and people's voices were buzzing, sometimes mixed with some cursing voices.

On both sides of the road in the mud pit are people from Sichuan who came to see off their children.

The yellow sand wears golden armor in a hundred battles, how many people have fought in ancient times.

There is a gray-haired old mother holding the hand of her son, and a young daughter-in-law who has not been married for a long time looks at her sweetheart and weeps quietly.

Wu Dashan was riding a tall horse, with more than a dozen subordinates behind him. He wrapped himself in a military overcoat, looked at the infinitely spreading team with a solemn face, and then sighed heavily.

Snow has already started to fall in many places in Sichuan, and the New Year's Eve is approaching, so it is not a good time to go out for an expedition. It is inevitable for the soldiers to complain.

"It's snowing on the top of the western mountain, and the banners are unstoppable. Today, when the sword is out of its sheath, who can fight against it?" Mr. Wu, the governor of Sichuan, held the rein in one hand and twisted a wine gourd in the other, leading more than a dozen Sichuan officials. Come to see Wu Dashan farewell.

Sichuan, which has always been known as the land of abundance, has not suffered from warlord melee, and Mr. Wu is shrewd and capable. Under his governance, not only the riots subsided in just a few months, but also an unprecedented period of great development ushered in.

Building railways, running schools, opening mines and building factories, Sichuan is thriving; the people applaud.

Wu Dashan smiled in embarrassment, with a solemn expression, arched his hands in front of his left chest and said: "Mr. Wu is very interested, but it's a pity that Wu is a rough person and doesn't know how to write."

Mr. Wu took a sip of wine, then threw it to Wu Dashan, and said with a smile: "I wish General Wu a victory and drive the British army out of Tibet."

Looking at the mighty troops of the Sichuan army, he couldn't help but sigh with emotion. Most of these people were new troops he recruited after he entered Sichuan. There are samples.

Wu Dashan took a sip cheerfully, and replied: "That's natural. Wu has been waiting for a long time with more than 1 elites. If he can't repel the British army, Wu will have no face to return to the Central Plains."

Mr. Wu glanced at Wu Dashan, who was full of confidence, and persuaded: "General Wu went to Tibet with the ambition of revenge, but I hope you can kill some British troops."

Wu Dashan asked in confusion: "Why?"

"A living Briton is more valuable than a dead Briton." Mr. Wu replied flatly.

Wu Dashan nodded thoughtfully.

"General, it's time to start." Zhu Meng pulled the rein and stepped forward, first saluted Mr. Wu in awe, and then reminded Wu Dashan.

Wu Dashan nodded to Mr. Wu and said, "I hope you can support me a lot."

Mr. Wu sits in the rear, and the Sichuan Army's logistics is up to him. That's why Wu Dashan said so.

Waving his hand forward, Mr. Wu smiled and said, "Even if you, Wu Dashan, hit India, Mr. Wu can guarantee that the guns, ammunition, and food will cost you a cent."

"Rising troops" Wu Dashan slapped his horse's ass, and galloped away without looking back.

On February 1896, 2, under the command of Wu Dashan, the 12 Sichuan Army of the Southwest Military Region set off from Chengdu and marched towards Tibet.

"The establishment of the central government, everyone with blood and blood, encourages with one voice, the people's happiness can be expected in the future, and the country's revival is hopeful. I heard that the British authorities, in the name of a goodwill delegation, sent illegal representatives to Tibet, so as to occupy Tibet. The purpose is that Tibet is China's territory, which is recognized by the world, and all Tibetan compatriots also consider themselves one of the Chinese nation. The actions of the British authorities today are actually undermining the integrity of China's territorial sovereignty and against the will of the Tibetan people. On behalf of the Tibetan people, Respectfully invite the volunteers to rescue Tibet from the fire and water, eliminate the British army, expel the forces of other countries in Tibet, and consolidate the national defense of the Southwest. This office vows to lead the patriotic people of Tibet, arouse the Tibetan people to cooperate with the Central Army, and fight to the end for the loyalty of the Republic of China”

At the foreign press conference of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China, Li Hongzhang sat on the rostrum with a serious face, while the Tibetan representative, Haha Toer, stood upright, crying bitterly, holding the distress telegram from the Tibetan authorities, with a serious expression on his face. Indignant and excited, I read it out. Of course, the end of the telegram has the signatures of the Tibetan Dalai Lama and the Panchen Lama.

The lowly reporters were busy taking pictures while quickly recording the text.

After Haha Tuo'er finished reading, she squeezed a few more tears before sitting down.

Li Hongzhang coughed lightly, stood up slowly, and said expressionlessly: "Everyone, the British army invaded Tibet for no reason. This is a provocation to the sovereignty of the Republic of China. In view of this, the President has signed The order to send troops into Tibet to resist the British invasion."

As for the Chinese government sending troops into Tibet, well-informed reporters have already obtained everything from the clues, but what should be cooperated should be cooperated.

As soon as Li Hongzhang's words fell, the low-level reporters raised their hands and asked for questions.

Pick one at random.

"Master Li, as we all know, the Sino-Japanese war is imminent, and now there is a war on two sides. I wonder if the government has the ability to win two wars?" The Chinese reporter who was named asked worriedly.

"For any invading enemy, the Chinese government has the confidence and ability to win." Li Hongzhang opened his eyes and replied impassionedly.

"Master Li, it is reported that your country's President Ye Zhikui left the capital and went to Nanjing. Is it related to the war against Japan?" The American reporter was obviously not satisfied with the Tibet issue, but asked a question that everyone was more concerned about.

Li Hongzhang glanced at him, frowned and said, "The president's itinerary is confidential, and I, Li Hongzhang, don't know much about it."

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The news that the Chinese government sent troops to Tibet flew around the world like wings.

When the two Boer countries in Africa heard the news, government officials celebrated with each other. In December last year, the Boers took the lead in sending troops and took the opportunity to capture a large area of ​​British colonies. This made the Boers overjoyed.

But as the British reacted and began to dispatch troops from all over the world to fight back against the Boers, their life became more and more difficult every day.

The President of the Transvaal, Paul Kruger, has repeatedly urged his Asian ally to take action and engage the British in Asia as soon as possible, so that they can contain part of the British army. Now that the definite news has come, they of course I can't help but be overjoyed.

The Japanese who got the news were obviously relieved. The rain was about to come, and the Japanese government, which was overwhelmed by the Chinese, seized the opportunity to form an alliance with the British. Across the Pacific Ocean, arms were continuously transported from Australia, and they were sent to the Japanese free of charge.

In addition to increasing its support to Japan, the British government also sent a telegram asking whether the British troops in Tibet were capable of defeating the Chinese army.

The cow-hide Macdonald can't help but despise the Chinese army after the battles in the past few days. Maybe the Chinese navy is powerful, but their army is really vulnerable. Ten thousand Chinese troops enter Tibet, and they want to defeat us. Dreaming Well, he didn't care about this, and he sent a telegram back, asking the Indian governor to prepare champagne and send it to Tibet when the British army occupied Lhasa.

Macdonald's relaxed attitude undoubtedly infected the British government, and he marched so fast that people couldn't help but believe that he could lead the British army to defeat the Chinese army.

When all countries focused their attention on China's Tibet, Ye Zhikui arrived in Nanjing, the ancient capital of the Six Dynasties.

Ye Zhikui left Beijing after signing the order to send troops to Tibet. He first took a train for a certain distance, passed through Shandong, and then rode straight from Huaiyang to Nanjing.

Regarding Nanjing, Ye Zhikui's feelings are very complicated. This city, which was invaded by the Japanese in later generations, is still bustling and noisy, with feasting and feasting.

Pedestrians flocked to and from the city, and peddlers along the street benefited from the fact that the urban management brigade was not established, so they comfortably and generously placed their stalls on both sides of the bustling street.

As the New Year is approaching, there are still red couplets hanging in front of every house. Of course, no brainless leader will think that this affects the appearance of the city and ask them to tear it up.

The Nanjing Military Region has assembled about [-] troops. On the street, soldiers in military uniforms pass by from time to time. Thanks to the recently established gendarmerie.

The gendarmerie was established to specifically picket officers and soldiers who violated discipline. Once they receive complaints from ordinary people, they will definitely reply within three days.

After Song Pinglan entered Taiwan, He Zonglian shouldered this heavy burden.

No, Ye Zhikui and his party arrived at the gate of the city. As soon as Liu Kun led the officials from Nanjing, He Zonglian led the generals from the military area to greet them. Although the two groups of people were not clearly separated, they could vaguely realize that they were not so happy as a family.

"Liu Kunyi, Governor of Liangjiang, led the officials of Liangjiang to welcome the President." Liu Kunyi bowed slightly, with his hands arched in front of his left chest.

His eyes looked at Ye Zhikui generously. This was the first time Liu Kunyi had seen the president. He couldn't see clearly how he could be willing to Ye Zhikui who suppressed himself everywhere and finally forced himself to surrender with the momentum of victory.

Well, my body is straight, and my brows are full of heroic spirit, which has the momentum of my Liu Kunyi when I was young.

I haven't waited for Liu Kun to think about it again.

Ye Zhikui took two quick steps, then held up his hands, and said with a smile: "Mr. Liu can't do it, you can't do it, you junior Ye, how dare you accept this great gift."

Liu Kun has gray hair, slightly sunken cheeks, and a thin body, but his voice is as loud as a bell.