Chapter 305 The God Worship Club can now be exported! (Please vote and order)
Yu Garden, Sansui Hall.
A trial that fully reflects the fairness, justice and openness of the "Shanghai Special Administrative Region" justice is underway.
Shanghai Governor Luo Xueyan and Commander-in-Chief Luo sit in the hall and are the chief judges of today's trial.
The plaintiffs are represented by French Minister Bourblon and British Minister Bonham. They represent the Nanjing Diocese of the Catholic Church, which has just lost its leader, as well as Chinese and foreign Catholics who were injured or killed in the "Shanghai Religious War" a few days ago.
The representative of the defendant was Hong Xiuquan, Luo Youyang, the Consul General of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom in the Straits Settlements. Of course, Yang Xiuqing would not come forward to be the defendant, so Luo Youyun, who had participated in training at the Military and Government School of the Governor's Office in Luodian, Shanghai, could only be the representative of the defendant.
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Although he was the defendant's representative, Luo Dayou looked like he was about to laugh.
Because he represents Luo Yaoguo, the Westernization Military Advisor of the Taiping Rebellion today!
After Hong Xiuquan ran away, Hong Xuanjiao, who stayed to wipe his butt, told the officials from the Shanghai Governor's Yamen who went to collect evidence that "Mr. Hong" was Luo Yaoguo!
Although Wenxian did not think "Mr. Hong" was Luo Yaoguo, he did not dwell on this issue.
Because no matter who "Mr. Hong" is, it is impossible for the Shanghai Governor's Yamen to arrest him
So Luo Dayou represents Luo Yaoguo today.
The American Minister Marsali was invited by the plaintiff, defendant, and justice to serve as a notary public.
In addition, there were many spectators outside Sansui Hall. Among them were Hong Xiuquan’s cousin Hong Rengan, Commander of the U.S. East India Fleet Rear Admiral Matthew Perry, and Prince Gong Yi? and Guiliang who came to visit and study.
——Since the Opium War, the "lesson plan" has been a very troublesome project for the local officials of the Qing Dynasty. Favoring foreigners will make the Qing Dynasty angry, but handling it impartially will push the trouble to the superiors, which will also lead to misfortune.
As for favoring the Han people, this is impossible!
Luo Xueyan is in big trouble this time, because the plaintiff is Britain and France, and the defendant is Luo Yaoguo, King of Wu of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom, and both parties cannot afford to offend Luo Xueyan.
But why is this Luo Xueyan still smiling?
Of course Luo Yaoguo laughed!
Because he is too satisfied with the fact that Hong Xiuquan and the God-Worship Cult are causing trouble!
In fact, after learning that Yang Xiuqing had arrived in Shanghai, Luo Yaoguo had quietly sneaked back to Shanghai and hid in the military camp at the racecourse to watch how Hong Xiuquan and Yang Xiuqing performed.
The performance of Hong Xiuquan, Yang Xiuqing and the God-Worship Cult, who had been "educated" by Luo Yaoguo, greatly satisfied Luo Tiantian!
In particular, Hong Xiuquan’s ability to dance to great heights makes him truly the number one leader in history! With the support of “The Book of the Prophet” and “Theory of Heaven”, Hong Xiuquan’s “True Covenant” can now attract white people to join his party.
Now the Worshiping God Sect is no longer afraid of the Tianfang Sect of the Nanyang natives when they go to sea. Hinayana Buddhism cannot fool the white-skinned foreigners, but the God Worshiping Sect has this ability, and it is very strong.
When the time comes, the name of True Testament Christianity will be changed to make it sound more "authentic". If a group of foreigners are fooled into using it as a signboard, they will no longer be afraid of European colonists and indigenous people joining forces.
In addition, worshiping God and teaching the ability to “convince people with reason” is also enough!
The Chinese and foreign church members in Shanghai were frightened to death by them. When they arrived in Nanyang, the natives were no match for the foreigners and were not afraid of what would happen to them, because the weather in Nanyang was too hot and there were many tropical infectious diseases. In fact, there were not many real foreigners.
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Moreover, with foreigners who believe in the True Testament Christian sect, Luo Yaoguo can set up some "foreign firms" to serve as a shield.
For example, that Winster White could go to Borneo to fool the Dutch under the name of "Great British Company".
This is the true way of using barbarians to control barbarians!
With a "pop" sound, Luo Xueyan had already knocked the gavel, and then cleared his throat: "Now, I need to confirm whether the original and defendant parties have any objection to my jurisdiction over this case?"
His words were translated into English and French by Wu Chaoyue, who acted as an interpreter at the scene.
Both Wenxian and Bulbulon were stunned.
This is a jurisprudence on jurisdiction!
Britain, France, the Catholic Church, the London Missionary Society, and the Taiping Rebellion all recognized the judicial power of the Shanghai Governor's Office in Shanghai!
He is worthy of being the "first person in China's Westernization"!
"Xue Shuai, my King Wu has no objection to your coming to try this case!" Luo Dayou said with a smile.
Luo Xueyan glared at him - be serious!
"France and the Catholic Church have no objection to this as long as the trial is truly fair and just."
French Minister Bourblon said while lightly glancing at British Minister Bonham.
He knew very well how Zhao Fangji died.
It's just that this shit basin can only be put on Luo Yaoguo's head first
Wen Xian looked calm, Zhao Fangji deserved it—the British Empire must prevent the spread of the "prophet of mass destruction". If Luo Yaoguo wanted to leave his territory, the only place he could go to was Britain!
As an Italian, Zhao Fangji is looking for death when he gets involved. He is probably also an old fool!
Wen Xian nodded slightly and said, "The British and London Missionary Society have no objections."
"Okay!" Luo Xueyan continued with a smile, "Now let's enter the evidence collection stage. First, I need to confirm whether the conflict that occurred seven days ago was a Christian sectarian conflict?"
James Legge, a missionary from the London Missionary Society who followed Bonham, immediately objected: "Lord Luo, God-worshipping is not a Christian sect!"
"No?" Luo Dagui asked with a smile, "Then why did your Mr. Medus discuss issues about the Bible, Ji Du, and God with King Luo Wu?
If the God-Worship Cult is not a Christian sect, then what does their Jidu have to do with your Jesus, and what does their Heavenly Father, Emperor Hao, have to do with your God?
Do you discuss similar issues with the religious leaders of the Tianfang Sect in other parts of the world? Will your pope go to Constantinople to discuss with the caliph of the Tianfang Sect how many sons God has?”
Good question!
Luo Yaoguo thought: "It seems that his lessons these days have not been in vain! I wonder what the level of the old Hakka guys who came to Shanghai with him is like? If they all have this level, Lanfang Republic will be saved!"
"The Catholic Diocese of Nanjing believes that God worship is a heretical sect of Christianity!" Bourblon said, "This is also the view of France!"
The French government of Napoleon III was meddling in other people's own affairs and insisted on shouting and killing the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. They regarded the worship of God as a Christian heresy - a heresy is more hateful than a heresy!
"Mr. Marsali, what do you think?"
Luo Xueyan kicked the ball to the Americans.
Now the British say that worshiping God would be a heresy of Christianity, and the French say that worshiping God would be a heresy of Christianity. So let the Americans put the final word on it!
"The U.S. government will not define the nature of a sect," Marsali said with a smile, "but I have read the original text of the debate between Medus and Mr. Hong seven days ago in the Shanghai Times. I think Medus was Sir, you regard worshiping God as a Christian heresy!"
Luo Xueyan nodded and said sadly: "Actually, I also think that the conflict that happened seven days ago was a Christian sectarian conflict. Unfortunately, Bishop Zhao Fangji was martyred in this sectarian conflict! This is very regrettable. , and all parties involved in this sectarian conflict are obviously responsible and must pay compensation for the death of Bishop Zhao! The Church of God, the London Evangelistic Association, and the Catholic Diocese of Nanjing will each compensate Zhao Fangji’s family 10,000 yuan in silver!”
Then he sighed again: "What's even more regrettable is that after the incident, the Shanghai Governor's Mansion still couldn't trace the murderer after six days of investigation!"
The murderer was actually already at the bottom of the Huangpu River. He was caught by Sister Yuegui’s people that night and sank into the Huangpu River!
In addition, several members of the Cao Gang who were hired by Medus and others were also attacked.
But those things cannot be said in court.
Luo Xueyan sighed again: "Obviously, the security capabilities of the Shanghai Governor's Office are still too weak. It is impossible to prevent the incident before it occurs, and it is difficult to detect the incident after it occurs.
Therefore, the Governor's Office is preparing to convene a meeting of gentry in one district, six counties and one department including Shanghai New District, Shanghai County, Baoshan County, Jiading County, Fengxian County, Nanhui County, Chongming County and Chuansha Hall as soon as possible to reorganize the Governor's Office, Advisory Bureau and various The county and district government, through the Provisional Judicial Regulations of the Governor's Office, will comprehensively strengthen Shanghai's administrative and public security management capabilities, and strengthen the supervision of various religious sects to ensure that similar things will not happen again!"
Wenxian, Bulbulon, and Marsali, the three ministers, all frowned slightly when they heard what Luo Xueyan said.
He is taking this opportunity to strengthen his control over Shanghai!
Why should we hold a conference of gentry in one district, six counties and one hall? The gentry in the seven counties and halls around Shanghai New Area all regard Luo Xueshuai as their savior. As long as their land is not divided, whatever Xueshuai says is right.
If one district, six counties and one department were to be merged into a "large district" and a unified administration, judiciary, and legislative body be established, wouldn't that mean that all power would be vested in the Governor's Office?
On this basis, strengthening administrative and public security management capabilities means concentrating power in the Governor's Office, right?
At this time, Luo Xueyan said to Wenxian and Bulbulon in a tone that left no doubt: "This is my final judgment on the sectarian conflict case that occurred seven days ago. Since it is impossible for the God-worshiping religion to go to Beijing to respond to the lawsuit, the original and defendant
If both parties are dissatisfied with our judgment, they can go to Tianjing to appeal to His Majesty the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom within three months! Do you have any objections?"
While the British and French ministers were still weighing the matter, Luo Dayou had already spoken on behalf of Luo Yaoguo: "King Luo Wu has no objection to Xueshuai's verdict!"
Luo Yaoguo had no objections, and the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom had no objections.
French Minister Bourblon also nodded: "France and the Catholic Church have no objections!"
He knew that although France and Britain were still allies against Russia, it was difficult for Britain and France to agree on the issue of the Prophets.
So he was unwilling to be a villain and continue the conflict with the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. After all, Yang Xiuqing had already been won over by him!
James Legge, who represented the London Missionary Society, also smiled slightly: "Your Excellency, the London Missionary Society has no objection!"
This time he did not come forward to debate the scriptures with Hong Xiuquan, nor did he participate in the lesson plan. Moreover, he had just come to Shanghai from Hong Kong, and he also brought Hong Xiuquan’s good brothers Hong Rengan, Medus, Mu William and others, who would come later
Will be transferred out of Shanghai, and James Legge will become the person in charge of the London Missionary Society in Shanghai, and even serve as the British Consul General in Suzhou!
Chapter completed!