Jiu'ao Mountain is very close to Taipa Island, and he received a reply just after lunch.
Tan Bili heard the news and hid.
Many gambling houses are now closed and their bosses have fled.
Business in Shushan is booming.
"Boss, Boss Tao said that although Tan Bili was hiding, he was contacting the Japanese and preparing to clear his name. He shouted, how did the seized weapons be confiscated? How can we send it back?"
Zhao Chuanxin raised his eyebrows and said, "Oh, that toad yawned so loudly."
"Then let's"
"Let's see what cool tricks he has, but I guess it has something to do with the Japanese."
At this time, Chuishuiju actually went up to Jiuao Mountain.
He is on duty today, and it is his turn to take over.
As they got closer, Chui Shuiju pointed at a lamb kneeling in front of a house not far away, pouting and drinking milk. He wondered, "Look at that tail wagging, you boss!" Why does that sheep look like a dog?"
Zhao Chuanxin looked at it and found that it was indeed the case.
This should not be a native variety.
Zhao Chuanxin said cheerfully, "You don't know something. This is a sheep dog, not a native dog."
The water pony just laughed, but the other one was about to take a rest. The members of the ruling panel left thoughtfully.
At this time, a snot-nosed child ran over with red eyes and complained, "Uncle, my father beat me again after drinking."
When parents beat their children, Zhao Chuanxin But I can't control it.
He casually stuffed a piece of candy into the snotty baby's mouth.
This is the cure for childhood.
Snotty Baby actually smiled, but he still gritted his teeth and said, "I hate him when he hits me after drinking."
Zhao Chuanxin squinted his eyes and asked, "What do you hate?"
The snot baby smacked his lips and smacked the sweet taste, "I hate the person who invented wine."
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Zhao Chuanxin was stunned and hated It really makes sense
Tan Bili did not leave Ao Island, and his hiding place was even on Taipa Island.
After visiting Zhao Chuanxin and the Erchen Maru merchant ship incident, Lu Lianruo easily found out where Tan Bili was hiding and paid a visit.
Tan Bili was in the reception room and said calmly, "Nephew Lu Xian, do you have anything to do with us?"
His attitude was lukewarm, as if he was talking to you just for the sake of your damn old man. .
Lu Lianruo was not annoyed at all, and said sincerely, "Uncle Shi, I am here today to persuade Lianruo to make peace."
Tan Bili frowned, "What are you trying to do to make peace?" "And"
Lu Lianruo said, "Actually, Mr. Zhao Chuanxin's original intention is not necessarily to go against all the gambling houses in our island. Wouldn't it be better if everyone makes money by being harmonious and continues to do business?"
Tan Bili sneered, took a sip of tea, and did not answer.
Lu Lianruo had no choice but to say, "Actually, from beginning to end, this matter was all mine."We started first. Why don't you give in? Uncle Shi, you see, you have also provoked the imperial navy recently. It is better to cause more trouble than less trouble."
This time, before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by Tan Bili, his tone was arrogant "Nephew, are you here to see Tan's joke? Tan announced today that the imperial navy will not only release the Erchen Maru, but also return all my guns, and this time Tan will not have to Spend a tael of silver. Tan Mou Fei Wu Xia Amen, even if your father is here, he still has to give Tan Mou three points of thin noodles today. ”
Lu Lianruo opened his mouth, stopped talking, and stood up to leave.
No matter how deeply he cultivates, this is still an insult to his late father. The Clay Bodhisattva still has three parts of fire nature.
But I was thinking that Erchenwan was detained just after I told Zhao Chuanxin. This matter was obviously related to him. This Tan Bili had already half-stepped into the gate of hell, and he still didn't. Self-aware
Thanks to my guilt, I came to persuade you, but it’s really hard to persuade the damn ghost with good words
What’s the use of being arrogant now? If you offend Zhao Chuanxin, can you have a good time? Eat the fruit
Then, just sit back and watch him build a tall building and entertain guests, but the building collapses
It turns out that the captain of the Erchen Maru has accepted the punishment and decided to obey the punishment.
< p>The Qing Dynasty's South China Sea Regional Administration Guangdong Fleet had a total of 37 ships.In fact, the Qing Dynasty also had warships, otherwise it would not have fought the Sino-Japanese War.
It is said that. The Qing court's warships are quite advanced.
They are just scared.
The Guangdong fleet has a total tonnage of 110,000 tons and is controlled by Zhang Renjun, the governor of Guangdong and Guangxi. >After the battleship was seized and the batch of guns and ammunition was confiscated, especially Tan Bili was wanted, Tan Bili immediately called his Japanese friends and offered them the benefits he deserved, begging them to deal with the matter.
After various connections, Japan's third fleet, the third-class cruiser "Izumi", sent a report of the incident to Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Japan communicated with the United Kingdom at this time. Well, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs immediately contacted the British, and the British contacted a high-ranking official in the capital.
This man's name was Robert Hurd, who turned out to be a British official. Yipin, who has the title of Chief Envoy and is in charge of the General Taxation Department of the Qing Dynasty.
It must be said that this guy has a very deep influence on the Qing Dynasty. He inserted his claws into the navy. Fortunately, Li Hongzhang was clear-headed and stopped his behavior in time.
This man was a powerful opportunist who first sought a high position in the Qing court and then used him. His influence in the Qing court was recognized by the British, and he was appointed as the British Minister to China.
On the one hand, he was proud to be British, but at the same time, he also had feelings for the Qing court because of his identity. All his "skills" came from the power given by the Qing court, so he couldn't stand the foreigners' rough treatment of the Chinese.
However, at critical moments, he would always prefer the British side.
For example thisThe next time, the British contacted him, and he immediately joined forces with Rosada, the newly sent Portuguese governor of Australia Island, and the Japanese colluded.
Not only did they deny the name of the Erchen Maru, they also had an accurate receipt and legally carried weapons into Macau.
As if they felt that the Qing Dynasty was not worthy of seizing their things, they even countered by saying that Ao Island belonged to Portuguese territorial waters, so the Qing government's interception was an illegal seizure.
Japanese Minister Lin Linquan sent a note to the Qing court, claiming that the Qing court had breached the contract and acted barbarically. He immediately released the Erchen Maru, returned the national flag, severely punished all illegal officials, and thanked him for the poor handling of the case. It is intended to serve as a warning to others.
Portuguese Minister Bai Langgu was two days late before notifying the Qing court, but his tone was equally unkind. The seizure of the Erchen Maru violated Portugal's coastal rights and hindered Portugal's sovereignty.
When Zhang Renjun got the news, he became angry and said, "It is unreasonable to call a deer a horse. You must call the court immediately and refute it. The Erchen Maru must not be released."
However, when he handed over the document, When entering the Forbidden City.
This is what Cixi said to the ministers, "It's just a merchant ship. Don't offend your friends, just let it go. That Zhang Jian'an is too violent."
Jian'an is Zhang Renjun's words.
The ministers ""
Although they had opinions, no one refuted them.
So I promised.
But Lafayette just said that the ship would be released, without giving details.
So the ministers who still had some bottom line discussed in private and felt that they could not be so embarrassing, at least they had to find a way out.
As a result, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded to the Japanese Minister Hayashi Gonsuke who said, "We should ask a neutral country, neither Japan nor Portugal, but the British Fleet Commander to act as an arbitrator and conduct a public judgment on the case."
In fact, now, in the hearts of Chinese people, who is the largest country in the world
Not the United States, not Tsarist Russia, not Portugal, and Japan, which has just emerged a few years ago, is even less ranked. The British Empire is known as "the sun never sets".
In the minds of Qing court officials, it was fair to ask the British fleet commander to judge.
However, Hayashi Gonsuke categorically refused, "We, the Empire of Japan, and Portugal, unanimously believe that this matter is our fault and does not require a public judgment by the British.
Not only that, I also want to express my gratitude to you." The Qing government made five demands.
First, the Erchen Maru should be released immediately.
Second, the Qing warships must fire an apology when the cargo ship is returned.
p>Third, the seized guns and ammunition must be purchased by the Qing Dynasty, with a total price of 21,500 yen.
Fourth, the officials responsible for the seizure of the Futchen Maru must be dealt with, and even the officials responsible for the seizure of the Futatsu Maru must be dealt with. Crew.
Fifth, compensate for the losses caused by this incident.
Only if these five items are met, the Erchen Maru can be completed.
Otherwise, the Imperial Japanese cruiser Izumi is just the vanguard, and we will join forces with the Portuguese warships.I want an explanation from your country. "
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Qing court was afraid of this and was paralyzed when he heard it.
Immediately reported the matter to Cixi.
Cixi was furious. He slapped the table on the spot and said, "Isn't there any lesson learned from the past? Because it is a small merchant ship, it is worth it. I immediately released the Erchen Maru for me. Those conditions were also agreed to by the way. It's not a big deal. Friendship is the most important thing." "
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs informed Lin Quanzhu of the matter. Lin Quanzhu had been keeping his serious face for many days, and then he smiled.
This decision As soon as the news came out, Zhang Renjun was like a thunderbolt: "What confusion? All the princes in the dynasty are really confused, Tai"
Seeing him hurriedly blushing and speaking indiscriminately, the master quickly stopped and said, "Dutai." , don’t lie. "
Zhang Renjun took a deep breath, "But this, this, this is simply a shame and a great humiliation. ”
The master rolled his eyes, “Actually, there may not be a turning point. Why not, go talk to that person?"
"Who?" Zhang Renjun asked angrily.
The master pointed to the southwest, "The commoner named Zhao. "
The master is also bad. In one sentence, he secretly replied to what Zhang Renjun said many days ago.
Nowadays, national affairs really depend on a mere commoner.
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Zhang Renjun subconsciously wanted to object, but the words were stuck in his throat and he couldn't say anything.
After a moment, he sighed, "The Queen Mother has already spoken, and there is no way to change it." The old lady spoke softly, fearing that there was no way to save her, so she seemed to have no choice but to try her luck. So, you go there."
The master shook his head, "There are too many people who know me. If I am discovered, the news will spread to the ears of the people in the capital, which will delay the important affairs of the governor. We don’t need to make a big splash, we just need to send a lifetime of faces to the island to bring the news. If it can be done, it will be done. If it can't be done, the supervisor will try his best. ”
“Okay, let’s do it like this.” Zhang Renjun treated the dead horse as a live doctor.
However, Cixi seemed to quickly agree to the five conditions and implement them in order to quickly eliminate the disaster. Faster.
Almost on the next day, the Qing Dynasty's Guangdong Navy was preparing to release the Erchen Maru on the Kyushu Ocean.
Of course Zhang Renjun, who controlled the Guangdong Navy, knew this.
He was so worried that the corners of his mouth were blistering, "How's it going? The messenger hasn't arrived yet. The 21,500 yen are already prepared."
"Non-stop, Changing horses but not people, we will definitely get there. "The master smiled bitterly. He never expected that the Buddha in the capital had been kneeling for a long time. Even such a shameful thing was too slow to do. "But, this time, can he catch up with Zhao Chuanxin?" Please remember to collect it. , the latest and fastest website for free reading without anti-theft