Sichuan, Chengdu, visiting the ambassador's house, Wang Xiao's study.
"Chief of Staff, how are the preparations for the army expansion plan going?" Wang Xiao asked. Now that the Western Sichuan Army has completely controlled the two provinces of Qinghai and Gansu, this also indicates that a war between Western Sichuan and the Qing court is about to break out.
The Western Sichuan Army must be prepared. At this moment, the entire leadership of Western Sichuan is gathered here to discuss countermeasures.
"Commander, the newly formed 8 divisions have basically completed their training, but there is definitely some gap between their combat effectiveness and the standing troops. But there should be no problem in dealing with the so-called new armies of the Qing court. However,
, a letter from the Marshal, it will take another month for the First Cavalry Army and the Second Cavalry Army to be reorganized, I hope we can fight for another month!" Xiong Wu replied.
Wang Xiao nodded, and then asked: "Where are the combat supplies? This time our army has doubled. Once the war starts, the consumption of various combat supplies will be astronomical. I don't want to see that because of being restricted by
These aspects have greatly compromised our results!"
"Don't worry, Commander, after more than ten years of preparation, we are fully prepared. The weapons, ammunition and various supplies currently reserved are enough for an army of 400,000 to fight for a year!" Xiong Wu assured.
"That's good. Then we will wait for another month. Lao Liang, it's up to you to fight for this month!" Wang Xiao said with a smile.
"Haha, don't worry, Commander. Isn't it just a month of talking nonsense with the Qing court? I, Liang Xingrong, am still confident that I can do this. However, I do think there is one thing that needs to be paid attention to, and that is the attitude of the great powers. 10
A few years ago, we had a chance to attack Beijing, but Britain, France, and Russia did not hesitate to use force to endanger us, so we had to withdraw our troops. If the great powers unite to oppress us again this time, how should we respond? Should we retreat again, or not?
Do you understand their attitude?" Liang Xingrong asked.
"Western Sichuan today is no longer what it was more than ten years ago. If the three countries dare to send troops to fight inland, our army will be sure to defeat them!" Xiong Wu said with certainty. More than ten years ago, they fell short of success and let them
These people felt very unhappy.
"But one thing, what if they cut off our trade routes? Our current foreign trade mainly relies on the Yangtze River waterway. If the great powers cut off our waterways, it will be a fatal blow to us!" said the attendant in charge of business.
Deputy Director Song Zhengping reminded.
"Well, let me take time tomorrow to meet with the consuls of various countries in Chengdu to express our attitude. If the Qing court takes the initiative to start a war, it will not be our responsibility. Of course, if this war still fails to destroy the Qing court
, there is no need to force it. But we in Western Sichuan should at least expand our sphere of influence as much as possible. For example, Shaanxi in the north, Yunnan and Guizhou in the south, Hubei in the east, etc. In addition, the seaport is also a big problem, which has always restricted us. If possible
If so, take Guangxi and open up the channel to the sea!" Wang Xiao said.
"Yes, I plan to. The General Staff Headquarters will formulate a detailed plan!" Xiong Wu said.
"So, is the General Staff Headquarters prepared for the war that is about to break out? What is the specific plan?" Wang Xiao asked. The military's actions will be the focus next, and the entire western Sichuan will serve them.
"Commander, we already have a plan. According to the plan of the General Staff Headquarters, once the war breaks out, we will fight the Qing army in Hubei to the east and Shaanxi to the north. The specific plan is that the First Cavalry Army and the Second Cavalry Army will start from
Gansu attacks Shaanxi. Deploy Guangyuan's 1st Brigade and the newly formed 3rd Division to attack Hanzhong. Hubei will be the main battlefield, where the 2nd Division, the 5th Brigade stationed in Mianyang, and the 7th Brigade stationed in Bazhong will be concentrated.
The Fourth Division, the Fifth Division, the Sixth Division, the Seventh Division, and the River Fleet, with a total of 120,000 troops, faced the Qing Army's Hubei New Army and other Green Camp troops here. The First Division and the troops deployed in Liangshan
The Sixth Brigade went south to capture Yunnan. The Second Brigade and the new Eighth Division attacked Guizhou and waited for an opportunity to attack Guangxi. The instructor division and the new Ninth and Tenth Divisions will serve as reserves!" Xiong Wu introduced.
"Do we have enough troops? Are there any gaps?" Wang Xiao asked worriedly.
"Commander, we are not as good as the Qing in terms of military strength. However, the Qing's millions of troops are scattered across the country. It will take some time for them to gather together. In addition, in terms of combat effectiveness, we are already far ahead of the Qing.
The army is defeated. We will definitely win this battle. It just depends on how big the results we can achieve and whether we can keep them!" Xiong Wu said.
"Well, let's mobilize according to this plan! I hope everyone will try their best. After this battle, even if the Qing court cannot be destroyed, Western Sichuan will develop by leaps and bounds again!" Wang Xiao said with high spirits.
"Yes, Marshal!" Everyone was excited. Letting Western Sichuan replace the Qing court is undoubtedly their dream and goal. And this battle now is particularly important. As long as they win, they will be another step away from their goal.
One step closer.
Beijing, Forbidden City.
When Emperor Guangxu arrived at Chuxiu Palace, he was not surprised to see Shiduo already here. He knew that Shiduo would be the first one to come and report what happened in the court to Cixi after the court.
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"I have met my biological father!" Emperor Guangxu respectfully kowtowed to Cixi and said hello.
"Get up, Emperor!" Cixi said expressionlessly. "I heard that the Emperor was angry again in the court today? You are the king of a country, how can you easily show all your happiness and anger on your face? Isn't this very rude?
What? What will those servants and ministers think after seeing this?" Cixi scolded.
"My dear father, I know my mistake. I thank my dear father for his teachings!" Emperor Guangxu said quickly. He came here to ask Cixi to fulfill his original promise, but he didn't expect to be scolded by Cixi as soon as he came in.
"Well! Just remember it. Remember, you said that the monarch of the Qing Dynasty should not do anything that damages the majesty of the Tian family!" Cixi said.
"Yes, my dear father! I will definitely remember this in my heart!" Emperor Guangxu felt very aggrieved. Although he was scolded as if he were a grandson, he did not dare to show any dissatisfaction.
"Okay, Emperor, sit down!" Cixi then let Guangxu go.
"Thank you, dad!" Emperor Guangxu breathed a sigh of relief.
"Slave Shiduo bows to the emperor! Long live the emperor! Long live the emperor!" Shiduo then saluted Guangxu.
"Get up!" Guangxu glared at Shi Duo fiercely, feeling very dissatisfied with this Cixi's lackey.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Shi Duo didn't notice Emperor Guangxu's hatred at all. The Qing Dynasty still had Lafayette in charge, and the still-nascent Emperor Guangxu couldn't afford to make any big waves.
"Emperor, if you are not handling state affairs in Yangxin Hall, why are you here at the Ai family?" Cixi asked.
"My dear father, I have encountered a problem, and I came here to ask my dear father for help!" Emperor Guangxu said. In fact, what he was thinking was that only a ghost would be willing to come to you. If all the power was not controlled by Cixi,
He wouldn't come here to see this expensive old woman.
"What's the problem? Let the Aijia hear it!" Cixi said.
"Dad. The Western Sichuan bandits have now defeated the Ma Jiajun and occupied Gansu and Qinghai provinces. They also killed Yang Changjun, the governor of Shaanxi and Gansu. They simply don't take the imperial court seriously. They are going to rebel! Please kiss me.
Dad supports his son to launch a war against Western Sichuan, wipe out these bandits in one fell swoop, and bring peace to the Qing Dynasty!" Emperor Guangxu said in a stern tone.
"Emperor, starting a war is a big deal? Mobilizing hundreds of thousands of troops requires a lot of money. Does the Ministry of Revenue have that much money?" Cixi asked.
"I don't know this. However, no matter how big the difficulty is, we must overcome it. Otherwise, once the tiger is raised and we are in danger, it will be too late!" Emperor Guangxu said firmly.
"The Ai family agreed that the imperial court should make preparations first. However, we must also find out the reasons. If Western Sichuan can voluntarily withdraw from Qinghai and Gansu, then they will not be held responsible. If they do not withdraw, then let them know how powerful the imperial court is.
!" Cixi said.
"Yes, my biological father!" Emperor Guangxu said. He was very satisfied that Cixi could make such a statement.
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