Yi? He admired Chen Qimai more and did not want him to end up like this. He immediately refuted: "It is not wrong to see what Chen Qimai does. As for checks and balances between Zeng Guofan, doing this is exactly his duty. Zeng Guofan made a fuss, and it was just for the sake of the Hunan Army. He had no right to interfere in Jiangxi's local affairs as a leader."

Xianfeng believed that Zeng Guofan was telling the truth and knew that his purpose was to obtain a position of governor. But the more he did this, the more worried that he was born at the wrong time. As a king in troubled times, the method passed down by his ancestors gradually failed. The ancestors would rather let the army have no combat power than to give the troops too much power. This method was not possible. The harsh facts have reminded him countless times that if they did not give the troops a little power, they would not be able to win a battle, which made him in a dilemma. Now that this is the case, he can only abandon Chen Qimai to appease Zeng Guofan.

"I passed the imperial edict, Jiangxi Governor Chen Qimai only cares about fighting for power and profit, and does not want to suppress the bandits. He failed my wishes. He is dismissed and investigated after hearing this. In addition, the Mongolian Inlaid Yellow Banner Wenjun knew the military and was good at fighting, so he ordered him to be the governor of Jiangxi and took office immediately."

Su Shun wanted to speak but stopped. He really didn't understand why the emperor was staring at Zeng Guofan. There were not only those who led the troops to be promoted to governor, but there were many. For example, Jiang Zhongyuan was promoted from an alternate county magistrate to governor in just two years. Hu Linyi also made his fortune by leading troops to suppress the bandits. Although he was driven out of Wuchang by Changmao, he could send a good news every few days. Needless to say, Zhang Guoliang was born as a bandit and was appointed as the governor of Zhejiang before his death. He was a first-class baron... But Zeng Disheng, the Minister of War, repeatedly hinted at the demand for power, but the emperor just refused to listen.

...

Shanghai

Mailian complained to Burbron, Wenhan: "You called me here early in the morning just for this? You are in Europe for war, what's the matter with Far East? I am the US ambassador to China, not the ambassador to Europe!"

Boulbron was also depressed and pointed at Wenhan and said, "It was Mr. Wenhan who made this decision, and I was just here to ask for the reason."

Wen Han said in surprise: "Aren't you surprised? Are you not worried?"

Mailian asked, "I was surprised, but why should I worry? I was worried that you could not beat the polar bear? Sir, don't joke, only the polar bear has confidence in itself. All Europe opposes him. Your victory is certain."

Wen Han explained: "I mean, aren't you worried that the Han Dynasty will break out of our control? The situation in the Far East is out of control, and we are dereliction of duty and will be questioned after returning to China!"

Mai Lian frowned and analyzed: "Under the current circumstances, the Qing Dynasty will definitely be destroyed. China will have about 30 years of war. The Han Dynasty will not be able to complete unification until then at least, so we don't have to worry."

Wen Han retorted: "This is our previous idea. Now it's different. The country has decided to teach polar bears a lesson and let them restrain their ambitions. It's easy to say, and teach them a lesson! But that also requires the whole country to deal with it. After all, Russia will not sit still and wait for death. Moreover, the Middle East is close to Russia, and Russia has taken advantage of it before the war has begun."

Listening to Wenhan analyzing the situation in the Middle East, Boulbron interrupted impatiently: "Sir, if you are good at the situation in the Middle East, you can write to Mr. Aberdeen. He is your prime minister. I think he will consider your opinion."

Mailian laughed, "Hey! Sir, I think Boulbron is right. You shouldn't say this in front of us. We are only interested in the Far East."

Wen Han swallowed the swear words he had spoken back and smiled bitterly: "Two gentlemen, it is very impolite to interrupt others. Please listen to me finish your words, okay?"

Mailan and Bourbron shrugged and agreed.

Wenhan cleared his throat and continued to analyze: "British, France's war against Russia is inevitable, and he will do his best. Even if this war lasts for two years, I think it will have a great impact on the Far East!"

Mailian became serious and signaled Wenhan to continue talking.

Seeing that they were serious, Wen Han continued: "Li Yunzhong of the Great Han Kingdom is not an ordinary Chinese. He seems to be very interested in Europe. Every time we talk, he surprised me. He knows no less about the situation in Europe than me. He is very alert and is very worried that we will intervene in the Chinese civil war. You must know that I have never accepted such an order, and I don't think the parliament will pass such a decision."

Mai Lian couldn't help but say, "What you mean is that the great man will take this opportunity to launch a war of unification!"

Wen Han nodded with a serious expression and added: "During this period, he can fight without any worries, without having to be wary of us, and without paying attention to our warnings."

Bulbron continued to laugh and said, "You overestimate the Han Kingdom. You must know that the Qing Kingdom still has millions of troops. In Jiangxi and Anhui, the wars in Anhui are in a stalemate. No one can do anything to anyone. How could the Han Kingdom destroy the Qing Kingdom so quickly?"

Wen Han retorted: "But you have also seen that in the Battle of Hangzhou, the elite troops claimed by the Qing Dynasty were vulnerable at all. After Hangzhou fell, the Qing army collapsed thousands of miles and retreated to Fujian. However, after the Battle of Fuzhou, Fujian was lost. I think Guangzhou is soon. In this way, it seems that the combat effectiveness of the million-strong army of the Qing Dynasty is very questionable."

Mailian smiled and said, "Sir, you are too worried. I don't think you know the situation of the Qing army in Jiangxi and Anhui. They are not as vulnerable as you think. On the contrary, they can withstand the offensive of the Han Kingdom and fight back. In addition, I sold them so many rifles, the Qing Kingdom would not perish."

Wen Han said expressionlessly: "What if, do you know, the Han Dynasty has formed a new army of more than 10,000 people, all equipped with rifles and training. Jack wrote that this army is already at the level of a second-rate European country."

Burbron beat the table and scolded: "Damn Midile, he's all the tricks. How much money did he make with ten thousand rifles? If I had so much money, I would have returned to Europe to enjoy my life long ago, how could he stay in Nanjing?"

Mailian received: "I think there will be at least one million eagle yuan. You forgot that there are dozens of cannons!"

Wen Han interrupted again: "This is not the point. I have always felt that the strength of the Han army is hidden. Li Yunzhong is not a simple person. He is accumulating strength. This power is not to deal with the Qing Dynasty, but to deal with us."
Chapter completed!