Time Travel to 1859: The Iron-Blooded Soldier King

Liu Ye said in a deep voice: "Mr. Qiao, please stop talking. I have already said it. No matter who it is, even if it is my own brother, I will kill him without mercy! As for your losses, whoever robbed it must compensate. If the murderer cannot be found, the Governor's Office will compensate Mr. Qiao with 80,000 taels of silver. No, I will write a document now and pay you the 80,000 taels of silver first! As for the murderer, I will order a thorough investigation. Give me five days. If there is no result, you can take my head off!"

"I don't know who it is yet, but I know exactly which unit they belong to! They were all wearing blue-bordered uniforms, so it's obvious that they were the Eight Banners soldiers of the Blue Banner who did this! Your Excellency, you are in charge of the military and political affairs of Shandong Province. No matter what, you must make the decision for me in this matter!"

Qiao Zhiyong's eyes were filled with tears. It was so miserable. The girl was only seventeen or eighteen years old. Every time he came to Shandong, he would meet the boss. They were close friends. This girl was very popular, but she was raped by a group of Eight Banners bandits. This was intolerable. Even if he had to take the case to the capital, he must seek justice!

Liu Ye was startled. The Bordered Blue Banner! Wasn't that the Banner Battalion of General Hebita of Jinan? True, he was in charge of the military and political affairs of Shandong Province, holding great power, but there were only two things he couldn't interfere with. One was the canal transport affairs that spanned the north and south, which was under the jurisdiction of the Governor of the Canal Transport, and he had no right to interfere. The other was the Banner Battalion. The garrisoned Eight Banners formed a self-contained system. Not to mention that all the bannermen were under the jurisdiction of the Imperial Clan Court, and even if they weren't, it wouldn't be his turn. And then there was General Hebita of Jinan. He was a military officer of the first rank!

Liu Ye pondered and said, "Mr. Qiao, if it was done by my Lianjun or Green Camp, I would have dealt with it impartially without hesitation. But as for the Banner Camp, it's not that I don't want to intervene, but I don't have the right to do so..."

"Your Excellency! Although I am not familiar with the affairs of the court, I know that you have never been a tyrant to the powerful. You have even dealt with a prince. How come he is becoming more and more timid as he rises in power? If that is the case, I am extremely disappointed!"

Qiao Zhiyong showed no sign of weakness and retorted Liu Ye with one sentence.

Yes, Liu Ye really didn't want to cause trouble right now. After all, the most important thing now was to build up his base in Shandong and stabilize Hebita, so as not to let him cause trouble. However, Qiao Zhiyong was now so angry that he completely shut Liu Ye down with one sentence!

Are you becoming more and more timid?

is it?

Liu Ye's heart was shocked. He slowly raised his head and said, "Since Mr. Qiao said so, if I don't take care of it, then I am not worthy of being the Governor of Shandong, right? Mr. Qiao, there is no need to use provocation. This governor is a little hesitant because there are bigger things to do. Shandong is in ruins and urgently needs to work together with all parties. Hebica is arrogant and a first-rank general. His position is even higher than mine. If I investigate this matter, I am afraid my major plan will be greatly affected again. However, you are right. I can't become more and more courageous just because I am getting more powerful! Don't worry, I will take care of this matter. Mr. Qiao, give me a few days and I will give you a satisfactory answer! Now all my troops have been transferred to suppress the Nian bandits. The Governor's Office can't even take out a sentry. This will not do. When the training army returns, I will personally lead the soldiers to ask Hebica for his return!"

Qiao Zhiyong felt a little relieved after hearing this, and said in a deep voice, "My Lord, I know this matter has put you in a difficult position. The welfare of Shandong Province is indeed more important than a little woman. Since you may be in trouble because of this, Qiao Zhiyong will do his best to help you. Don't you want to encourage industry and commerce and develop Shandong? I will take care of this matter. Although I am just a commoner, I have a good reputation among the various businesses. I am willing to invest one million taels of silver in Shandong within three years to help you. Don't you want to train troops? I, Qiao Zhiyong, will pay for all the military pay for your five thousand soldiers! I only want justice. I cannot watch my niece being tortured and remain indifferent. If I do, I, Qiao Zhiyong, will be worse than a beast!"

Liu Ye's bloodiness was completely aroused. If a businessman could act like this, how could a soldier like him be so timid? At worst, I would raise the banner and rebel directly! I don't believe that anyone in the entire Qing Dynasty can control me!

Liu Ye nodded and replied, "Okay, Mr. Qiao, let's make a deal. The issue of military pay can be discussed later. I thank you for your kindness, but this one million taels of silver is extremely important. I need money right now to govern Shandong. Don't worry, Mr. Qiao, if you invest one million taels of silver, within three years I will turn it into two million, or even three million. I will never let you suffer any injustice!"

The two began a conversation in the living room. In order to win over Qiao Zhiyong, Liu Ye even revealed his knowledge of economics. He was determined to convince Qiao Zhiyong. This guy was too important to him! This was the richest god of wealth!

The two chatted from noon until dusk before Qiao Zhiyong left.

Only after Qiao Zhiyong left did Liu Ye heave a long sigh of relief. At this moment, he was afraid that Zhu Hai and the others were still fighting fiercely. In one day and one night, as long as the Mongolian cavalry and the Green Camp did not hinder their progress, the Nian Army would definitely be annihilated. He had prepared a big gift for the monk king and Shengbao!

Never mind him. The army should be able to return tomorrow at noon or in the afternoon. At that time, we will call the monk king and Shengbao to put pressure on Hebica together. I don’t believe that a general from Jinan like him can withstand it!

After all, the status of the Khorchin Prince was there. Besides his princely status, Senggelinqin was also the Grand Councilor, a truly powerful figure. Not to mention Hebita, even the Imperial Guards Minister in the capital wouldn't dare to disobey Senggelinqin! Shengbao was also a favorite of the late emperor, a Vice Minister of War, and a key figure in command of the Green Camp in the capital. The two of them held such important positions that few in northern China could match him. Adding himself to the mix, there was no fear that Hebita wouldn't be humiliated.

This time, I gave these two people such a great gift. Needless to say, the monk king will definitely return the favor. This matter can definitely be handled well! No pressure at all!

However, Liu Ye forgot that he cannot do whatever he wants. After all, he is just a human being, not a god!