Chapter 3 Chapter 3 He Became the King of the Northeast

Cixi did not forget Xu Shichang. The next day, when she summoned Rong Lu, Minister of Military Affairs, she said a lot of good things about Xu Shichang. She was afraid that Rong Lu would not care, so she said in a more emphatic tone: "Zhonghua (Ronglu, Manchu) , Zhengbai Banner, Guerjia family, Zhonghua), I think Xu Shichang can be as good as that Li Hongzhang! If you don’t believe me, you can meet him.” Ronglu, who is one year younger than Cixi, can also be regarded as a A clever but rough figure in the palace. In the year Guangxu came to the throne, he was the minister of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the commander of the infantry. He was promoted to the Minister of the Ministry of Industry and was dismissed because of paying taxes.On the 17th day of Guangxu, he was promoted to general of Xi'an, and four years later he was appointed Minister of the Ministry of War; three years later, he served as governor of Zhili and minister of Beiyang, and minister of military aircraft, mastering heavy troops.Since then, he has been chasing Cixi wholeheartedly, always looking at Cixi's eyes and doing things.He is Cixi's powerful arm for major events such as the confinement of Emperor Guangxu, the arrest and killing of Tan Sitong, and the establishment of elder brother.Now, he has just been conferred important positions such as Prince Dabao, Wenhuadian University Bachelor, etc., and he can be regarded as the first-class prominent figure in the court.Cixi praised Xu Shichang, he naturally climbed up the pole, and said: "I also heard people say that he is a very talented person in the register of the military aircraft department, and he can be reused."

Someone entrusted him, and Xu Shichang's official career was smooth. Soon, the Ministry of Commerce was established, and Yuan Shikai was a guarantee. He was appointed Zuo Cheng of the Ministry of Commerce. Dutong; in the thirty-first year of Guangxu (1906), Xu Shichang was promoted to the left servant of the Ministry of War.In four or five years, Xu Shichang ascended to the high position of Shangshu from a seventh-rank editor, even the history and place?" "It's hard to say. "Wang Qixun said: "It's only because the young ones are used to fighting injustice, offended some powerful people, and the young ones don't know how to cater to flattery, so they have fallen into this situation." ""If there is an opportunity in the future, would a righteous man be willing to come to me for a job?" "Then I would like to thank you sir. "Wang Qixun said: "A lord's kindness is as great as a mountain, but the little one's heart and brain are devastated, so I don't hesitate!" Now, Xu Shichang has arrived in Beijing. Thinking of Wang Qixun, he sent someone to Shandong to find him, and stayed at home as a bodyguard. The wandering poor man suddenly became a servant of the capital officials, so he was naturally satisfied and devoted himself to being inseparable from Xu Shichang. Xu Shichang had Wang Qixun by his side, and because of Wang Qixun, he rose rapidly again--The Qing Dynasty after "Xin Chou Treaty" Meng Xingzhong saw that there was something wrong with the way he was promoting to manage the country, and if he continued like that, he might not be able to save his life. So, everyone was forced to think about a new way to save lives. One of them was The way is to send people to Western countries to investigate the constitutional conditions there.

Who should be sent to the west? The Empress Dowager Cixi discussed with Rong Lu, the Minister of Military Aircraft who held power, and finally agreed that Zai Ze would lead the trip with five people including Dai Hongci, Duan Fang, Shao Ying and Xu Shichang.It is called the five ministers who inspect the constitutional government.After a busy preparation, they decided to leave Beijing by train, passing through Shanghai and Hong Kong. As an imperial envoy going abroad, Xu Shichang was very happy, prepared to pack, bid farewell to relatives and friends, then called his trusted servant Wang Qixun in front of him, and told him: "Qi Xun, I don't know when I will be back after I leave, and you have to worry about family matters." Let's have some snacks; there are also colleagues and friends who come and go, don't neglect them."

Wang Qixun said: "Master, you can just go and investigate with confidence. I will definitely do my best in the affairs of the house, and nothing will happen." He also said: "I heard that the capital city is not peaceful these days. It is said that there is some kind of revolutionary party. The master left At that time, I will take you to the car and leave Beijing safely, so I can rest assured." Although Xu Shichang also heard that there were revolutionaries active in the capital, he still suspected that it was a small matter, so he dared to touch the princes and ministers up.So he said: "You should send me to the car, you should, don't you still have luggage. As for safety, I don't think so. At the feet of the Son of Heaven, thieves can sneak in and make trouble."

Wang Qixun did his duty with all his heart, and still said: "The master is right. It's just that it doesn't hurt to be on guard." "Yes, yes." Xu Shichang agreed. There is a date for going abroad, and when it is said, it will arrive.On that day, the five ministers drove from their homes to Qianmen station by car under the guard of their servants.The station at the front gate was heavily guarded. The five ministers' special car was densely covered with guards, as if they were facing a formidable enemy. Except for the officials seeing off and the five ministers' entourages and guards, no one could enter.

At this moment, a middle-aged man with a handsome figure entered the station early as a servant of Duan Fang, and entered the carriage early.As a result, a major action quickly unfolded in the carriage—— His surname is Wu, his first name is Yue, and his style name is Mengxia. He is from Tongcheng, Anhui Province, a member of the League, and a subordinate of Yang Shouren, a veteran of the Revolutionary Party from Changsha.Yang Shouren is now living in the capital. He is well-known for his literature, and is a good friend of Zhu Qiqian, the supervisor of the Translation Institute.Yang Shouren was an anti-Qing warrior, and he had a close relationship with Sun Zhongyou. He was always looking for opportunities in Beijing to attack the imperial court.This time, it was discovered that the imperial court sent five ministers to go abroad to investigate the constitutional government. Knowing that this was a last-minute move, they decided to take action to get rid of these five ministers to warn the Qing emperor.This matter was handed over to Wu Yue.With explosives in his arms, Wu Yue advanced into the carriage, playing by ear.

Wu Yue got into the carriage, chose a position, and then lurked.After a while, the five ministers and their entourage boarded the car one after another. Accompanied by his servant Wang Qixun, Xu Shichang boarded the car first.Wang Qixun put his luggage away, arranged for the owner to sit down, and wanted to get out of the car and wait.When I turned around, I suddenly found a figure moving in a dark place, and I felt bad.Walking over in a hurry, seeing that it was a servant in court attire, knowing that it was an attendant, he was relieved.After turning to Xu Shichang's side again, I felt something was wrong. "The attendant should not leave the master, why is he moving around in the carriage?" Then he thought: "Master Xu and I came up first, and the other gentlemen have not boarded the carriage yet, how could the servant get on the carriage first?"

Wang Qixun is an astute person, after thinking about it, he whispered a few words in Xu Shichang's ear, and then, relying on his strong martial arts, he hurried towards that person. Although Wu Yue had the courage to do great feats, he was flustered on the spot.Seeing someone from the government walking towards him, his expression was so focused, knowing that something might be exposed, it was too late to hide, and he wanted to rush forward, but he didn't know how to deal with it.As soon as he panicked in his heart, it showed on his face - he probably lost his mind because of panic. Wu Yue reached into his arms, trying to take out the explosives, and exploded in a hurry.But due to nervousness, the competitors couldn't help themselves and couldn't take it out.In a panic, he turned around and wanted to escape, but seeing that everyone was already crowded into the car and the door was blocked, he wanted to run into the car again...

Seeing this situation, Wang Qixun knew he was a villain, so he shouted loudly: "Please pay attention, there is an assassin!" As he said, he rushed up to the assassin, punched him, and kicked him to the ground - at this moment, Wu Yue was in his arms. The explosives had been hit hard, "boom--!" There was a loud noise, and the explosives exploded in the carriage at the same time as Wu! However, due to the accidental explosion in a panic, all five ministers were unharmed except Xu Shichang who was slightly injured. Just in time, without hurting a hair... Xu Shichang was injured by someone, so it was impossible to go abroad for inspection.However, Xu Shichang felt that the opportunity had come, so he created public opinion in the court, saying: "This time the gangsters exploded, and it was all because of my strongman Wang Qixun who stopped the gangsters. Capable man, the disaster will be unimaginable!"

When Xu Shichang said this, everyone inside and outside the court knew that Xu Shichang had capable people under his command, who saved the capital from a catastrophe. Although the assassination of the five ministers had no effect, the capital and even the whole country were greatly shocked.As the newly favored Yuan Shikai, he paid special attention to this matter.When he was visiting Xu Shichang, he said worriedly: "In the capital, the foreign barbarians caused troubles and the internal troubles resurfaced. The bombing at the station must have been done by the revolutionaries. I don't think so, the revolutionaries have sneaked into the capital. It's terrible." !"

Xu Shichang took the opportunity to say: "Revolutionaries should not be taken lightly. They should be treated like foreigners. Internal troubles are often more serious than foreign troubles. Because when treating one's own people, they are generally relaxed and relaxed, and they will take advantage of the vacancy. This is how catastrophes are often caused." "The bombing at the station, thanks to your people's ability to deal with it," Yuan Shikai said: "Otherwise, the situation will be even worse." After a pause, Yuan Shikai added: "For the sake of public security in the capital, In order to have a peaceful environment in Beijing and the safety of the people, I think it is necessary to call for the police, and let them check the household registration to prevent criminals from lurking." Xu Shichang's heart was moved, and he felt that he might be able to flourish again. ——{In the past two years, although Xu Shichang has been promoted repeatedly, most of them are empty positions. The minister of "will do" and the minister of "administration" are all titles with positions but no powers. How much he wants to straighten his bench! Therefore, he expressed his approval of Yuan Shikai's running of the police. "This matter should be done, it should have been done a long time ago. Do you still remember the few things we did when we were in Shandong? Didn't we all start from the inside to get good results? Now, the Revolutionary Party is working day by day If it is rampant, it is impossible not to prevent it. To prevent it, we must start from the inside." The "several things done in Shandong" that Xu Shichang said was that Yuan Shikai put out the Boxer Movement in Shandong, and Xu Shichang followed him as a Taoist priest. The internal situation is all caught up.Now, Xu Shichang reminds Yuan Shikai not to ask the revolutionaries to send people into the court. Yuan Shikai understood, and wanted to give Xu Shichang a favor, so he hurriedly said: "At that time, I will ask Brother Ju to come up with a feasible solution, and we will get this matter done together." "Okay, I'll still be your helper." "It's not right. I can only facilitate this matter, and it's up to you to preside over it." Soon, Yuan Shikai presented the matter of founding the police in a recital, and nagged a lot in front of Cixi, which touched the woman's heart.Cixi said: "It's time to deal with the police. The Qing Dynasty will not be destroyed in the hands of foreigners, and it may be destroyed in the hands of the Revolutionary Party. You can do this." After a short pause, he said: "The police , who will handle it? There must be police.” Yuan Shikai said: “There are still people who run the police. Remember, the Queen Mother, the five ministers were bombed, so it didn’t become a disaster. People, can deal with revolutionaries..." "I see." Cixi said, "It's just that, don't you find it embarrassing to pull so many policemen at once?" Yes, it is indeed difficult to organize so many policemen at once; changing other teams into policemen cannot do what the police do.Yuan Shikai also frowned. Yuan Shikai thought for a while, and said: "Prince Su Shanqi has a firefighting water club in the capital. The members of the water club are familiar with the streets and alleys in the capital, and have been responsible for public security. Let them be the backbone of the police and let them go Leader, won't it be fine?" Cixi frowned slightly and smiled. "Okay, okay. This is a solution. You can discuss it with Prince Su Shanqi. Of course, Prince Su cannot be a minister. If you think Xu Shichang is suitable, let him be a minister." Shanqi is a good old man, and Yuan Shikai is Cixi's confidant; Yuan Shikai went to pass on Cixi's "will", of course Shanqi dared not refute.The establishment of the Patrol Department was a success as soon as it was discussed. The Patrol Department was established, and indeed Xu Shichang became a minister.Xu Shichang expressed his gratitude to Yuan Shikai.At this moment, Xu Shichang suddenly thought of Prince Su Shanqi again: "Among the princes, there is no confidant to know, why not take this opportunity to visit Prince Su's mansion." --The officials who have been mixed in the capital know a secret to prosperity, that is to approach the banner people, and to approach the prominent figures among the banner people. It is best to rely on the prince, and it is better to rely on the ruling prince.Some people can't rely on the prince, so they rely on the prince's servants and eunuchs in the palace in a humble manner.After Yuan Shikai came to Beijing, he couldn't wait to make sworn brothers with Li Lianying, the most popular eunuch beside Cixi.When Zhang Xun led troops to guard the Summer Palace, he and Ma Tingbin, a favored eunuch who often served as a storyteller and accountant for Cixi, became brothers.After Zhang Xun's introduction, Yuan Shikai and Ma Tingbin also became allied brothers.It is already a little unconventional for a minister to become a brother with an eunuch. What is even more strange is that once Yuan Shikai went to the Summer Palace to meet Cixi.Although this incident was rumored as a scandal, the passage between Yuan Shikai and Cixi was unimpeded, and those who ridiculed Yuan Shikai's inferiority could not find a red eunuch like Li Lianying to kneel down in their dreams.Xu Shichang understood all these things, how could he let go of the opportunity to seek refuge with Prince Su. Xu Shichang came to Prince Su's mansion, cleaned his crown and dusted his clothes, and knelt down in front of Shanqi with the gift of Jin Jian. Don't dare to go beyond the rules, and obey the prince's instruction in everything, Shichang is only considered as a temporary officer for the prince. I also ask the prince for advice." Shanqi is honest and prudent, he has long seen that the situation in the country is difficult, the situation in the capital is not stable, and it is impossible to maintain law and order in the capital by relying on the water society.Besides, I don't want to look for any miracles in the vortex, so I simply "do one more thing than one less thing", push away all the things that can be shirked, and be quiet and pampered, but feel refreshed.So he said: "Supervising the police and governing the country in the right way, I have already envisioned it. Now it is a great thing to be able to facilitate it. It is also because the court employs the right people for you to take charge of this matter. As for future actions, of course, it is up to you to be the secretary." You don't have to be too modest, don't push all the big and small things up, and I won't do it for you. What to do, you can decide for yourself. Even if there are big things, it's still the two palaces, the emperor, and the military plan." Even so Having said that, Shanqi was still in a happy mood when Xu Shichang was able to come to the prince's mansion to greet him in person. He knew what he was doing without saying anything, and was willing to do something for the minister.So he said: "Of course, Xu Shangshu will use Xiao Wang in the future, and Xiao Wang will definitely work hard, but he is alone and weak, so he can't do big things." Xu Shichang has fulfilled his wish, thank you so much, and bid farewell. After the peace treaty between Xin Chou and Yehenara, Empress Dowager Cixi was like a frightened bird all the time, feeling that there were guns pointed at her in all directions, and she couldn't hide in time, and she had nowhere to hide.In her secret room in the Summer Palace (Xi’an came back from the chaos, Cixi had a sense of terror for the Forbidden City, always thinking about the embarrassment when foreigners forced her to leave. Therefore, when she returned from the disaster, she no longer wanted to go back. She was in the Summer Palace Settling down in the palace and handling government affairs there) she thought for many days, she wanted to find the military plane and talk about her "retreat plan"—what kind of base plan? In the case of the Eight-Power Allied Forces forcing her, she had a quiet, comfortable and well-equipped "accompanying capital" for her to survive, unlike fleeing to Xi'an, where everything was caught off guard and she could hardly even eat. On that day, it was a day when winter was over and spring was coming. There was still a thick layer of ice on the surface of Kunming Lake, and the deciduous trees on the slope of Longevity Hill were still bare.Cixi originally wanted to summon the Minister of Military Aircraft in the Hall of Renshou where she often met with foreign envoys and ministers.That place was originally called Qinzheng Hall, with seven main halls, five side halls facing east, five side halls facing north and south each, and it was rebuilt three years ago.However, she changed her mind temporarily and insisted that the military planes meet her at Le Shoutang, her residence.This Leshou Hall is located at the southeast foot of Wanshou Mountain. It is a courtyard-style building. It is facing Kunming Lake in the south. There are five halls. Walls, glass windows, through which you can see the lake and mountains, it is an extremely mysterious place.This is also a rebuilt courtyard, but it was rebuilt fifteen years earlier than Renshou Hall.These two places were burned by the British and French allied forces.Cixi made an exception and summoned ministers here, as if to express "special attention".The ministers have all arrived at the Hall of Joy and Shoutouts. After greetings, they thanked each other and took their seats, waiting for Empress Dowager Cixi's order like dumb ducks.When Cixi summoned ministers, she never discussed any matters, but gave orders, and others had to do what she wanted to do.One "violation of the order" can be decapitated.Therefore, at this time, the military planes seem to only have ears but not mouths.Cixi sat on the dragon seat holding the precious stones, glanced at the military planes with a cold face, and said slowly: "I asked you to come here because I want to say something. You have all seen it. The Revolutionary Party made trouble again, exploded here, moved there, and even my imperial envoy car was blown up. Isn’t this a proof that the enemy at present can’t be wiped out! The city of Beijing is becoming more and more restless. Why? It’s not aimed at me and the emperor. I want to tell you that we need to build a few solid places outside of Beijing, and the emperor and I can also retreat. As long as they can’t kill me and the emperor, it’s a waste of effort. I think the first step is to govern the three northeastern provinces well, and set up a governor’s body that governs the three provinces. I don’t know what you think?” Cixi did not take the lead in making a decree, but everyone’s idea of ​​him. “What do you think?” The military planes asked I felt "great love", so I said without hesitation: "The Queen Mother thinks very well. It is also a top priority to implement a unified governor in the three eastern provinces. It should be done." "It should be done, and you think the same way." Cixi said : "Since what should be done, what should we do? Go discuss it. It's decided, and it's best to do it faster." Yuan Shikai is a new member of the military aircraft, but he is the most arrogant member. He feels that Cixi treats him more than others He puts more emphasis on it, and at the same time feels that he has strength in his hands, "wealthy and powerful", so when others hold back their mouths, he always wants to express himself.He continued Cixi's words and said: "The Empress Dowager thinks so, so let's do it. I think we can send people to the three northeastern provinces to investigate immediately, propose an arrangement, and then ask the Empress Dowager to make a decree." Cixi nodded before it came , Yuan Shikai said again: "This matter is directly related to internal security. No matter which adult the Queen Mother decides to go to the Northeast for inspection, the Patrol Department is its own business and can be assisted by them." Cixi smiled.She has not seen a smile on her face for many days.It can be seen how decent Yuan Shikai's words are! In fact, all the ministers of military affairs knew in their hearts that this woman already felt a crisis; she was not very afraid of the Eight-Power Allied Forces, and the worst would be to cede land or pay compensation.The cession of the land will never cut off the whole of China; there is always a deadline for repayment of the compensation, and the imperial power is still in their hands, and she can still listen to the government behind the curtain.The Revolutionary Party is different. The Revolutionary Party is their life. It pushes the Aixinjueluo family from the top, and the whole of China will change.Seeing this clearly, Cixi began to think about ways to retreat. The three eastern provinces were the birthplace of the Qing Dynasty. If she had to retreat there and outside the pass, she would not be overwhelmed.This retreat is a "deep plan" derived from Cixi's "foresight". It is Huangzi to discuss with the military aircraft, and it is a fact to ask the military aircraft to do so.Therefore, Yuan Shikai pulled out a gesture of "respecting the order" as soon as he opened his mouth, not only specifically talking about sending people to investigate, but also specifically talking about asking the Patrol Department to participate.These are all the words in Cixi's heart. If Yuan Shikai speaks out, she will not be happy! This is much smarter than those who only promise and promise. After being overjoyed, Cixi ordered generals--Cixi already had a "general" in her chest. Since the three eastern provinces are used as a retreat, it will not be ruled by Han ministers, but by banner people. She wants Qing The prince's eldest son, Zai Zhen, is the governor of the three eastern provinces.Of course, he had to lead the investigation. "How about this, let Zai Zhen go to the Northeast for inspection, and Xu Shichang will assist you. Make arrangements for them to leave quickly." After the meeting in the Summer Palace, Yuan Shikai immediately found Xu Shichang, explained Cixi's decision to him, and told him: "This trip to the Northeast is not a routine matter, but a retreat idea made by the Queen Mother. Maybe soon, the Northeast will become China. Tianxin, you must carefully examine the situation there." Xu Shichang was going to visit the three eastern provinces, and suddenly he felt a little nervous, "Is it because I can't be the secretary of the patrol department, let me leave so that I can change?" This is the way.But when he thought about it carefully, he felt that it was not possible. "When Yuan Weiting told me this matter, he clearly told me that it was a big move of the queen mother. It didn't seem like an investigation to investigate carefully." But he still thought: "Northeast The person who went to investigate was a nobleman, and I was just a foil. What should I examine carefully? Is there still the task of inspecting people? "Although Xu Shichang has lived in the imperial city for many years, he still has a lot of experience with the comings and goings of the upper class. Few, entanglement really happened, what to do, he still doesn't have the ability to dominate.This trip to the Northeast is mainly for the son of Prince Qing, Zai Zhen. Prince Qing is the most powerful person in the palace. He is the only one other than Cixi. Let the prince’s son go to investigate. There will be no whimsy, and we should not have prejudice against Zai Zhen. Besides, Zai Zhen and Xu Shichang were both one of the five ministers investigating Western constitutionalism who were premeditated to be bombed by the revolutionary party.After the bombing incident, although Xu Shichang did not go abroad for investigation, he had a very close relationship with Zai Zhen, and not long ago he became an allied brother.It should be said that his success as Minister of the Patrol Department has something to do with Prince Qing, an old benevolent uncle, who treats him differently.Xu Shichang is grateful to this old benevolent uncle, let alone make small moves behind his back... After thinking about it again and again, he still felt uneasy, "Don't think so much, maybe it's just a routine trip, come back from the inspection , say a few official words, what to do is up to the two palaces to decide." I felt relieved, so I explained the affairs of the patrol department, and arranged for people to do a few things that should be done; I emphasized the security of the capital again, and explained some things at home, and finally ran to Yuan Shikai's mansion as a routine A courtesy farewell. When Xu Shichang came in front of Yuan Shikai, Yuan Shikai was angry alone. He only pointed to a chair for Xu Shichang to sit down, but his face was still ashen. "What's so unhappy about it?" Xu and Yuan were childhood friends. Apart from the etiquette in the officialdom, they were extremely easy-going in private.Therefore, Xu Shichang checked his face and asked questions directly. Yuan Shikai sneered and said, "The Queen Mother wants to take over power again." Xu Shichang asked, "What kind of power do you take?" "The three eastern provinces want to set up a governor's office..." "Then let's set it up!" "It's not just about setting up a governor's office," Yuan Shikai was a little annoyed, "but he wants to use the governor's office to command the governors of the provinces." "can you?" "Why not." Yuan Shikai said: "Now the governor of Zhili is the leader of the governors of the provinces, and I will lead all the joint events. The Northeast is the birthplace of the dynasty. Once the center is transferred there, it cannot be used as the leader of the governors of the provinces. This is not the purpose of power collection?" Xu Shichang nodded silently. "There is still a turning point," Yuan Shikai said: "As long as the candidates for the governors of the three eastern provinces are properly arranged, we will not be too disappointed all at once." "Is there a target on it?" "Yes." "who?" "It is rumored that he is Prince Qing's son Zai Zhen." When it was said that Zai Zhen would soon be the governor of the three eastern provinces, Xu Shichang felt relieved. "Zai Zhen is the governor of the three eastern provinces, he will not make things difficult for you and me. With your close relationship with Prince Qing, and my relationship with Zai Zhen, he will not make things difficult for us no matter what." "It's so embarrassing," Yuan Shikai said, "that the status of Zhili has fallen all of a sudden." Xu Shichang was shocked: "Yuan Weiting's desire for power is too great. He has already entered the military plane and dominated the center, and he is reluctant to abandon the leadership of Zhili!" He wanted to persuade him, but he stopped talking. "I can't persuade you. Yuan is just the time when his heart is so high, let him want to go." He just breathed out slowly and said, "It was just a motion, and I'm afraid it will take some time to become a reality. Let's talk about it later." Well. I'm only here to say goodbye to you temporarily." "The trip to the Northeast has already been decided, and I have nothing to say. I just hope that my brother will be more careful. The situation is severe and the world is cold. In order to survive, you must be on guard against others. Besides, you have to protect yourself." "I understand what Weiting means, and I will play it by ear." The sky is unpredictable, and people have misfortunes and blessings. Empress Dowager Cixi planned to set up the governor's office in the three eastern provinces, but she didn't want to give Xu Shichang a chance to flourish-- The three northeastern provinces have fertile land and rich products, and the officials want to find a base there.A Marquis Tongzhi named Duan Zhigui lived in Tianjin. When he heard that Zaizhen, the son of Qinqing Prince, was going to visit the three provinces in the east, he wanted to leave his school and make a real job.Therefore, when Zaizhen passed Tianjin, he bought a very beautiful woman named Yang Cuixi and gave it to Zaizhen as a concubine.Seeing that he was fascinated by the color, Zai Zhen accepted it without any excuses.Zai Zhen knew that Duan Zhigui had followed Yuan Shikai to train the new army at Xiaozhan, and that his father had served as the governor of Fengtian, so he said to him: "When the situation in the Northeast is settled, I will recommend you to the imperial court to be the governor of Heilongjiang Province." It's gone." Who would have thought that this political deal of "exchanging a beautiful woman for the governor" had not yet become a reality, but it was known by some dignitaries in Beijing.Therefore, Yushi Zhao Qilin, Shi Lujin and others jointly participated in the performance to expose the matter.When Cixi heard about it, she sent Zaifeng, Prince Chun, and Sun Jiading, a scholar, to investigate the matter.After hearing the news, Zai Zhen sold Yang Cuixi immediately, but the matter of taking concubines was still found out.Cixi was very angry, so she brought Prince Qing in front of her, and gave him a severe reprimand. Finally, she pointed to Prince Qing's nose and said, "How can you deal with important affairs in a military plane if you are so neglected to teach your children!" Prince Qing is in a difficult situation, his son cannot be the governor of the three eastern provinces, and his position in the military aircraft is also precarious.Thanks to the intercession of Lu Chuanlin, Minister of Military Aircraft, and others, he was able to keep his position. Seeing this situation, Yuan Shikai knew that Xu Shichang's opportunity had come, and immediately asked him to write an "Investigation Report on the Three Eastern Provinces", detailing the situation of the Northeast's army, politics, finance, and public security, and then put forward opinions on the future governance of the Northeast, stating that " As long as it unites with the two major forces of Japan and Russia, the revolutionary party will have no chance of gaining a foothold."Yuan Shikai also stated in front of Prince Qing that "Xu Shichang is Zaizhen's ally brother, and he will govern the three eastern provinces in Xu Dynasty, and he will still do things according to the prince's wishes." Therefore, Prince Qing assisted Yuan Shikai and others to make a recommendation to the court, which was nodded by Cixi .Xu Shichang was ordered to go to the three eastern provinces, "as the imperial envoy, and the governor of the three eastern provinces is also in charge of the affairs of the generals of the three provinces."