The news of the marriage between the royal family and the newly-in-power Miyamoto shogunate spread immediately to all major regions in Japan. Judging from this news, the current Emperor Takamei trusts the Miyamoto shogunate so much that some people on the Japanese island are ready to move. After receiving the news, they all stopped and no longer dared to make any small moves. They all hunkered down and watched the changes.
This piece of news indirectly helped Miyamoto Yoshihiko take over power in various places and quickly gain a foothold.
This was not a situation that Emperor Komei wanted to see. However, Emperor Komei had great plans. Seeing the Miyamoto shogunate profiting, he could only turn a blind eye and swallow the bitter pill in his stomach.
Qing army camp, Chinese army tent.
Li Zhen sat at the head of the conference table, with Zuo Zongtang, Zeng Guofan, Li Hongzhang and others sitting on the left and right sides.
Zuo Zongtang was the first to say: "Your Majesty, Noda Yoo took the initiative to come to you and sent the princess of the Japanese royal family to the prince as a concubine. The purpose was to please the prince and to prevent the prince from intervening in the affairs of the royal family and the shogunate. Moreover, Noda Yoo made it clear that the royal family has the right to depose Miyamoto Yoshihiko, which is something that everyone still remembers clearly."
"Now that things have happened, the royal family has married a princess to the Miyamoto family. It is clear that their words and deeds are inconsistent."
Zuo Zongtang narrowed his eyes slightly and said calmly: "When such a situation occurs, I infer that the royal family must be preparing to take action against Miyamoto Yoshihiko, so they took the lead in stabilizing Miyamoto Yoshihiko through marriage, and then made a killing move. "
Zeng Guofan nodded and continued: "The Japanese royal family wants to deal with the Miyamoto shogunate. This is because Emperor Xiaomei wants to take back the rights that belong to the royal family. Once Emperor Xiaomei destroys the shogunate, we will become a stumbling block for the royal family. By then, the Japanese royal family will It is possible to deal with us. Furthermore, Miyamoto Taiken was supported by the prince and has already gained some power. If the royal family also dealt with Miyamoto Taiken, wouldn't it be in vain for the prince to do so."
Li Zhen agreed with Zuo Zongtang and Zeng Guofan and was also thinking about the pros and cons of this matter.
Li Hongzhang said: "In my opinion, neither the royal family nor the Miyamoto family are reliable."
Li Zhen said: "If Shaoquan has any ideas, you might as well tell them and let everyone listen."
Li Hongzhang straightened his chest and said loudly: "The Miyamoto family relied on the prince's power and did not really listen to the prince. Otherwise, they would not have asked the prince to attack the armies of Britain, France, the United States and other countries stationed in Japan. Likewise, Miyamoto The same is true for Taijian. He is not someone who follows the prince wholeheartedly. At the same time, I think the royal family is not willing to be lonely. The royal family wants to take down the shogunate and regain power, but after the royal family has established a foothold, it will not always follow the prince. "
After a slight pause, Li Hongzhang continued: "The best way is for the prince to play the role of a fisherman in this incident and profit from it again. If necessary, he can take some extraordinary measures."
Speaking of this, a chill flashed across Li Hongzhang's eyes.
Li Zhen was very satisfied with Li Hongzhang's words and said: "Shaoquan, if you have an idea, I will leave it to you to handle it."
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Li Hongzhang's face showed joy and he was eager to try.
At this time, Zhao Liewen walked in, raised his hands and said: "Your Majesty, Miyamoto Taiken has sent money and food. He urged the prince to send troops quickly to go to Nagasaki and other places to expel the armies of various countries."
Li Zhen said: "Miyamoto Yoshihiko can't wait any longer."
Zhao Liewen smiled bitterly and said: "The food has been delivered and the money has been delivered. What does the prince plan to do?"
Li Zhen looked relaxed and casual, and said with a smile: "Send someone to send a message to the principals of various countries in Japan, saying that I invite them to come to Kyoto Prefecture to chat, drink tea, and talk."
After saying these words, Zhao Liewen even looked dumbfounded.
What would the principals from Britain, France, and the United States think if they got the news? What would Miyamoto Yoshihiko's expression be like if he just invited the principals from all over the world to come for tea after getting Li Zhen?
For a moment, Zhao Liewen felt anxious.
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As the saying goes, there is no airtight wall. In addition, Li Zhen did not intend to cover up the invitation of the principals from Britain, France, the United States and other countries to Kyoto Prefecture for tea and chat, so the news spread quickly.
In the shogunate, Miyamoto Yoshihiko was huffing and had an impatient expression on his face.
Taiken Miyamoto was furious and explained: "Sir General, Li Zhen invited the chief ministers from various countries to gather in Kyoto Prefecture. It does not mean that he will not expel foreigners. It is probably that he first treated them with courtesy before fighting, and first with affection. , act rationally and let foreigners from various countries voluntarily withdraw. If the armies of various countries do not cooperate, Li Zhencai will send troops."
Miyamoto Yoshihiko scolded: "Idiot, have you forgotten our intention?"
Miyamoto Taiken lowered his head and said nothing.
Of course he understood Miyamoto Yoshihiko's intention, which was to have Li Zhen deal with the armies of various countries, to provoke conflicts between Li Zhen and various countries, and to further weaken Li Zhen. Since this goal was not achieved at the moment, Miyamoto Taiken changed his statement.
Miyamoto Yoshihiko said: "No, we can't let Li Zhen get his wish."
The tone was sinister, with a chilly tone.
Miyamoto Taiken frowned and said worriedly: "General, you must calm down and don't act recklessly. We will just set a trap for Li Zhen. After all, we did not openly confront Li Zhen. Once Li Zhen Knowing that you are against him, I will definitely be furious. If Li Zhen's army enters Kyoto Prefecture, there will be no way to stop it."
Miyamoto Yoshihiko said: "The ideas I come up with will not be discovered."
Miyamoto Yoshihiko's mentality has changed.
Before taking the position of shogun, Miyamoto Yoshihiko really wanted to hug Li Zhen's lap, and then be a shogun with peace of mind. After taking charge, Miyamoto Yoshihiko tasted the benefits of power and was no longer willing to be subordinated. , especially the fact that the royal family was married to him, it further fueled Miyamoto Yoshihiko's pride, prompting him to want to get rid of Li Zhen and not be restrained.
Taiken Miyamoto knew very well how powerful Li Zhen was and advised him, "General, Li Zhen is not easy to mess with."
Miyamoto Yoshihiko frowned and said: "Don't try to enhance other people's ambitions and destroy your own prestige. Li Zhen is a human being, and I am also a human being. Li Zhen has two eyes, a nose and a mouth, and I also have two eyes, a nose and a mouth; I am also a human being. Will he be worse than him?"
"You are indeed worse."
Taiken Miyamoto slandered something in his heart, but said against his will: "The general is wise and powerful, and his talent is no less than that of Li Zhen."
Miyamoto Yoshihiko said: "As long as you understand."
Miyamoto Taiken said helplessly: "How does the general want to do it?"
Miyamoto Yoshihiko chuckled and said unhurriedly: "In order to intensify the conflict between Li Zhen and the armies of various countries, the easiest way is to create conflicts. My idea is to wait for the principals from Britain, France, the United States and other countries to enter After the Kyoto Prefecture, we hired people to assassinate them, and then blamed Li Zhen to create conflicts. They kept fighting, and we hid behind the scenes and reaped the benefits."
"Hiss, hiss,."
Miyamoto Taiken took a cold breath, feeling cold in his heart. He also thought that the plan might succeed. However, Miyamoto Taiken forgot one of the most important things. Once the news leaked, he would face not only Li Zhen's rage, but also Li Zhen's fury.
There were attacks from armies from various countries. Miyamoto Taiken bent down and said respectfully: "I accept the general's brilliant plan."
The corners of Miyamoto Yoshihiko's mouth turned up slightly, with a proud expression on his face.