Eunuchs who traveled through the Qing Dynasty

Nayan Xinduo was dumbfounded, and it took him a while to come back to his senses, and he said angrily, "You dare to run away in front of the battle! Commissioner Xiao Qin, don't forget that you have issued a military order!"

"That's right, I did issue a military order. But General Nayan, which eye did you see that I ran away?" Xiao Ran sneered.He said rather playfully: "General Nayan, you can eat food indiscriminately, but don't talk nonsense. If I really escaped, do you think your soldiers can still stand here calmly?"

"Ah! Could it be. Could it be that you repelled that group of red-haired ghosts? Just... just rely on your [-] people?" Na Yanxin Of course, even if he was beaten to death, he would not believe it.

"It's about the same." Xiao Ran said lightly, "Repelling and annihilating have the same effect. Anyway, my task is just to block."

"You, you mean..." Nayan Xinduo's brain reaction became obviously slow at this time, and it took as long as a stick of incense before he jumped up violently.The extremely sudden movement almost made the people around him think he had a stroke. "Xiao...brother, you mean that your 600 people wiped out the [-] red-haired devils who were reinforced?"

"Almost. To be precise, there should be [-] red-haired ghosts, and now they have all gone to the Songhua River to feed the bastards. Well, is General Nayan going to retreat now? Xiao Ran will send you off respectfully."

Nayan Xinduo's square face turned red immediately.I couldn't tell what it was like, I was surprised and suspicious, envious and jealous.In the battle of Heixiazi, his more than 2 soldiers and horses wiped out four

Ghost, I thought it was an extraordinary feat, but compared with the eunuch who looked like a little boy with only seventeen lives in front of me, it was like child's play!

Especially when he saw that none of Xiao Ran's six hundred brothers had returned, Nayan Xinduo felt that all the joy of victory had turned into bitter irony.God, 600 people, right [-]!What kind of team is this? ...

Regarding the specific process of this battle, Xiao Ran didn't go into too much detail, he only said that the river was blown up with landmines, and the Russians were asked to take a bath.Now he doesn't want to expose the true combat effectiveness of the Daxingshan Special Forces prematurely.

Without worries, of course there is no need to retreat.The two consecutive victories made the morale of the Qing soldiers unprecedentedly high.At this time, Meteor Detective also sent back the latest information, that the red-haired ghost who had fled all the way from Heihe to the border had already gone all the way south along the Nenjiang River, and killed him to the front line of Mingcheng.Now that they lost the support from the east, this team of Russians who went deep into the hinterland has become a lone army.Nayan Xinsuo immediately returned to the west of the division, and at the same time ordered the two nearby green battalion troops to encircle them on three sides, blocking the group of red-haired devils by the Muma River.

This fight was lackluster.The fighting spirit of the Qing army seemed to have turned into a transformed demon, and the whole thing was a one-sided massacre.Under the suppression of the powerful firepower of breech-loading howitzers and short-barreled curved guns, the Russians had no chance to fight back.Nearly 5 troops were killed in less than three days.

With the main force of the east and west routes eliminated, the remaining red-haired ghosts in Heilongjiang are no longer to be feared.The Eight Banners Army stationed in Jilin also moved to the front line of Mudanjiang at this time, preparing to launch a large-scale counterattack together with Nayanxin Duobu.Probably feeling that the opportunity to pick up a bargain has come, the toilet general Yishan led his more than 3 horses back at this time, and put on a posture of defending the family and the country, excitedly coming to join forces with Nayan Xinduo's troops.

In the final analysis, Yishan is the descendant of Aixinjueluo, although Nayan Xinduo has contempt for him, he still has some fears.But Xiao Ran was not used to this bun. After all, he was an imperial envoy and held the power of life and death over the generals in front.On the day of the rendezvous, a Hongmen Banquet was set up, and while Yishan was leaving the camp, he was dragged and tied up, and his head was cut off with a single blow.At the same time, please cooperate with the Nayan Department to encircle the camp of the Yishan Department.

The chief general was beheaded, and the Qing soldiers under him were naturally in disarray. On the one hand, Xiao Ran came forward to appease him as an imperial envoy, and on the other hand, he distributed the troops belonging to the Yishan tribe to the various camps of the Nayan tribe.The gun rests on your forehead, so you can't help but refuse.In this way, the team suddenly doubled in size.

After a short rest, Nayanxin seized an appointment with the Eight Banners Army of Jilin, and divided his troops into two groups to attack Zhanguantun and the Wusuli River Basin.The two armies of the Russian devils were completely wiped out, and they were already terrified. Although they sent a team of 3 people to reinforce them, they were so frightened that they couldn't make a difference at all.Zhanguantun was quickly recaptured. Following the route of the red-haired ghost's invasion that day, Nayan Xinduo's army went back with great fanfare. Within half a month, they had reached Sanjiangkou.

This is the place where the three rivers of Heilongjiang, Songhua River and Wusuli River meet, and it is also a strategic point on the Sino-Russian border.Russia has mobilized a large number of troops here, but it is a pity that it is winter and the river is frozen, so the long-term warships of the Russians have lost their use.Nayanxin Duobu and the Jilin Eight Banners Army marched along the Songhua River and Wusuli River respectively, interspersed deeply and separated the Russian army, and the first ones could not look after each other.The battle lasted for more than ten days, and one hundred thousand red-haired ghosts were beaten to death. Except for less than 3 people who jumped out of Heilongjiang and fled back to the mainland, the rest were all wiped out.

At this time, good news came from behind.The Russian devils who invaded from the middle were defeated by the king's iron cavalry in Wulin, and more than [-] enemies were wiped out in one battle.Seeing that the situation was not good, the Russian devils fled back to Darhan in embarrassment.However, due to the strong deterrence of the United Kingdom, the Russian warships at sea have never dared to fight head-on.The only landing was at Lushunkou, but it was hit head-on by the local garrison.The powerful firepower of the new cannons and howitzers left the three warships of the Russians with thousands of officers and soldiers on the coastline of China forever, and the remaining warships had to retreat to the Korean Strait.

The three-way army suffered setbacks one after another, and the situation forced Russia to seek peace with China, preparing to re-sign the contract.But at this moment, Xiao Ran was in high spirits, even if the court agreed to stop the war, he still wouldn't stop.

If you beat a snake, you will become an enemy, but if you cut the grass, you will get rid of the roots. This is Xiao Ran's motto.For him, a real war has just begun.

The news of the country seeking peace spread to the capital, shaking the government and the public.How many years have passed since the guns opened the door of China for the first time, and until now, which treaty is not land cession and compensation?Which treaty is not the loss of power and humiliation of the country?In the memory of these ministers, it seems that they have become accustomed to China's begging for peace with others, and now they have received Russia's request for peace for the first time, which is really unbelievable!

As in the past, the court quickly divided into two factions, one was the main combat faction headed by Prince Su Huafeng, and the other was the main peace faction headed by the university scholar Gui Liang.Yima, but sending his father-in-law Guiliang is equivalent to expressing his position.

Since Lan'er has been thrown into the cold palace, and Xiao Ran's power over Yi's government affairs has been firmly in the hands of the Empress Dowager Ci'an, that is, Niu Hulumei.Since Xiao Ran went out to fight, Mei seemed to be a different person, spending almost all her time on government affairs.Behind forgetting to eat and sleep, it also shows the emptiness and loneliness in the heart, and for Mei, perhaps, this is the only way to forget a person.

Mei was extremely shocked when he received the news that Russia had sent an envoy to sue for peace.The last time Xiao Ran slaughtered the Russian consulate in blood, she still blamed him for his recklessness in her heart, but she never thought that this incident would become a turning point in decades of humiliation. , was defeated so easily!The powerful country that constantly provoked disputes, stole large amounts of silver, and large tracts of land from the territory of the Qing Dynasty time and time again.Just like that, he lost his former prestige and lowered his unruly head!

Is the bitterness and suffering, the oppression and humiliation suffered in the past really over?Is it the blessing of the gods?Is it the ancestor's apparition?In any case, today, the Qing Dynasty endured humiliation for decades under the iron heel of foreign barbarians.I can finally feel proud!Mei suddenly had a premonition that made her feel inexplicably surprised: Maybe, the Eastern Dragon, who has been sleeping for a long time, is really going to wake up this time!

In addition to being excited, she also understood what she was about to face next.The current situation on the front line is very good. Logically speaking, it is a good time to go north and get rid of the humiliation. But among the courtiers, I am afraid that most of them will not agree.the reason is simple.Since the first Opium War, the treasury of the Qing Dynasty has become more and more empty day by day, and all kinds of indemnities are still owed.

On the other hand, the domestic war has not yet completely ended.The major local armies are doing their best to kill Changmao. At this time, they suddenly send troops to other countries. It is good to win, but if they lose, it will directly affect the domestic war situation.The foreign barbarians invaded China.The purpose is nothing more than money, and at worst, it will be given to a few wild and wild lands; but the long-haired Nian bandits in the country want to take away the country of the Qing Dynasty!

What should I do?Fight against the outside world, or Anne?This question also made me unable to decide.But time is running out, before the courtiers are divided into two factions, verbal criticism.As the person in power who listens to politics behind the curtain, she must come up with a proposition of her own.

The candle flame burst out from time to time with a soft sound.Mei sat in front of the desk and had been meditating for a whole night, but the more she thought about it, the more chaotic she became.There was a burst of drumming, and when I raised my head, the window paper had begun to turn slightly white.

"Queen Mother, you haven't rested yet? I happen to have boiled white fungus and lotus seed soup. Let's use some while it's hot. To nourish your body."

Turning around, it turned out that it was Concubine Li Yanlin who brought the bowl of lotus seed soup in person.Mei also saw her, shook her head and sighed lightly: "Don't bother. I can't eat anything now. Sigh, it's dawn when I talk, and I'm going to court today, I must have another headache. .”

"What the Queen Mother is thinking about, but that thing about the red-haired ghost?"

"Huh?" His eyebrows were slightly taken aback.Now in the palace, she can only talk about everything when she is with Yanlin. Except for reviewing memorials and following up with court, Yanlin is basically by her side.However, Yan Lin was indifferent and never asked about government affairs, but she didn't know why she suddenly said this today?While thinking about it, he sighed and said, "It's a pity that you have never been interested in this country's major affairs. Otherwise, you can really help me make up an idea, and save me from worrying here alone."

Yan Lin smiled and said, "I, a concubine, can discuss the country's major affairs. Besides, I don't have the brains. I just heard a few words from the servants. The red-haired ghost has bullied us enough over the years. This They beat them to death once, let's see if they dare to be rampant in the future?" After a pause, he said: "Speaking of which, this is also a good thing, why is the Queen Mother still frowning?"

eyebrow wry smile

"Sometimes, good things are hard things. The red-haired ghost's defeat, the court ministers will definitely have to argue again, some say to fight, some say not to fight. Should we take advantage of the victory and pursue it, or accept it as soon as it is good, alas, It's really hard to make a decision. Poor me, no one around here can come up with an idea."

"Yes, it's a pity that the third son is not around at this time!"

His eyebrows trembled slightly, and he opened his mouth, but he didn't say a word, and he sighed faintly after a long time.Yan Lin pondered for a while, then suddenly said in a low voice: "If the Empress Dowager really wants to find someone to advise, I guess there is such a person now, maybe he can help."

"You are joking. In this palace, who else... Ah, you mean her!"

Yehenalala!

His eyebrows suddenly lit up.Now the only one who can advise her is this Lan'er who was thrown into limbo.Unexpectedly, Li Fei, who is usually quiet and quiet, can have such insights.At present, together with Yan Lin and only the eunuch Bao Lu who was close to him, they rushed to the Leng Palace.

It was already daylight.It is also the inner courtyard of the imperial palace, and it is also decorated with red walls and golden tiles, but the cold palace always gives people a gloomy and isolated feeling.As soon as she stepped into this deserted courtyard, Mei suddenly felt a little unbearable.The sisters who used to be equals have fallen into such a situation today. How should Lan'er, who is proud and arrogant, accept such a cruel fate? ...

However, what she didn't expect was that Lan'er's complexion was very good, her shattered face was as pretty as before, and there was also a faint smile on her face.There is a kind of calmness in his gestures, and he even looks a little younger than in Changchun Palace before.Mei was surprised and puzzled at the same time, to the point that when Lan'er greeted her, she still suspected that she had identified the wrong person.

"You, how are you doing now... How are you?"

"Empress Dowager Xie remembers it. Everything is fine here, and I slept soundly, and I feel refreshed. Empress Dowager, sit down for a while, and Lan'er will make tea for you."

"No, no, you can sit down too." Mei came back to her senses, and hurriedly took Lan'er's hand to make her sit down.Lan'er refused to say anything, and stood aside with her hands down.

Eyebrows were filled with puzzlement, and she briefly explained the current situation to Lan'er, including Xiao Ran's expedition and the battle ahead.Finally, he said: "This matter is related to the country and society of the Qing Dynasty, and it is difficult for me to make a decision for a while. In the past, you have more experience than me in dealing with these matters, and there are no outsiders here today. Can you give me an idea?"

After saying this, I wondered whether Lan'er would shirk, and that would be embarrassing.Unexpectedly, Lan'er lowered her head and pondered for a while, then suddenly said: "The queen mother thinks, why did the third son personally lead the team this time, and ran all the way to Heilongjiang?"

"This..." His eyebrows were slightly startled, and he said, "What do you think?"

"The reason why the third son is an imperial envoy and leads the army to the north is that he should have anticipated the situation today. The Russian army has been defeated one after another, and it is inevitable to propose a peace. I guess what he is guarding against is the meeting between the ministers of the DPRK and China. There are objections."

"how do I say this?"

"Think about it, Queen Mother, if the third son wanted to stop the war, he didn't have to go all the way to Heilongjiang. With the new firearms and equipment of our Qing Dynasty, and the Eight Banners garrisoned in Liaodong, Jilin, and Heilongjiang, we defeated the Red Mao The ghost is only a matter of time. But now Xiaosanzi is still staying at the border of Heilongjiang to supervise the war, so it is obvious that he is going to go to Russia. If the ministers of the DPRK and China have any objections, he will also lead the army to cross the border. It is called the general outside, and the king's life is not accepted."

"Ah, he is..."

"Yes. If the imperial court orders a peace now, his army will become a lone army, which is equivalent to cutting off his way back. Queen Mother, the third son did this to tell you that this attack on the red-haired ghost The battle cannot be stopped no matter what.”

"I understand!" Mei suddenly enlightened.Xiao Ran, this guy, unexpectedly took him into the army without noticing it.This guy!But after thinking about it, he said with some hesitation: "But the Russian military is powerful, and the expedition to the mainland is really unpredictable. In addition, the Qing Dynasty's national power is meager, so it is also a problem to spend such a large amount of military expenditure. Sister, what do you think?" Can we win this battle?"

Mei and Lan'er used to be respected as the queen mothers of the two palaces, and they were called sisters.Now this sentence, sister, can't help but make Lan'er startled slightly.After a while, he said in a low voice but firmly: "We must win the fight. I guess Xiao Ran should have already made arrangements by now."

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However, he has always been cautious in doing things, if he hadn't made a careful plan, he ran to Heilongjiang rashly?So Lan'er's words suddenly made her brows brighten.The doubts that could not be solved after thinking hard all night were swept away, and the chaotic mood was also at ease.

It was already morning time, and Mei didn't dare to delay, so she left in a hurry.There was still a hint of anxiety between Yan Lin's brows, she gently took Lan'er's hand, and said, "Sister, do you think it's really okay for Xiao San to run so far alone this time?"