As soon as he took office, Zhang Peilun did a great thing!
Before he left Xuzhou, he specifically applied for a grant to support self-funded students studying abroad. The students he supported were not limited to self-funded students under the rule of the imperial court. Even self-funded students from the Heavenly Kingdom could apply for living allowances as long as they applied with the student registration form.
"Today, there are more than a thousand Chinese self-funded students studying abroad in Ming Dynasty. The court only needs a few thousand yuan a month to win over the hearts and minds of the people and use them for the emperor's benefit!"
Zhang Peilun's words convinced Li Xuzhou, who had not yet ascended the throne, and the Consulate General in Ming Dynasty received a sum of money specifically for supporting self-funded overseas students.
It has to be said, however, that the 34-year-old Zhang Peilun had a sharp and experienced vision, and he could see at a glance the benefits of sponsoring international students.
To put it bluntly, it is to try to make use of these people for one's own benefit.
But that was all. In the few months since he came to the Ming Dynasty, after witnessing its prosperity and strength with his own eyes, Zhang Peilun seemed to understand why those officers would protest against the Ming Dynasty.
If the Qing Dynasty had not been overthrown, China would not have been able to implement the Reform Movement, and if it had not implemented the Reform Movement, China would not have been able to become rich and strong. Therefore, overthrowing the Qing Dynasty was the last and only option.
When this thought came to his mind, Zhang Peilun turned his gaze to Zhan Tianyou who was sitting in the co-pilot seat - he was also a member of the Xinghan Society.
As one of the key generals who participated in the military rebellion last year, why was he exiled to the Ming Dynasty when many officers of the "Xing Han Hui" uprising were being given important positions?
The reason is very simple. He used a gun to force the emperor to issue a telegram against the Qing Dynasty. Yes, the reason why Lord Li, who was the Minister of Beiyang and the Governor-General of Zhili, embarked on the road of anti-Qing was largely due to his lack of trust in the court and even repeated attacks. However, last year's anti-Qing was completely an accident and was purely helpless. Yes, this is a "boss" who was forced out. Zhao Kuangyin's wearing of the yellow robe was a show, but Lord Li was forced to take the throne.
Eight years ago, after the first batch of military cadets who had studied in the Ming Dynasty returned to Xuzhou, they quickly became the grassroots backbone of the Huai Army after receiving new-style military education. Together with young officers who graduated from the Xuzhou Military Academy, they formed the "Xinghan Society" and began to secretly plot against the Qing Dynasty in the army.
Finally, they took advantage of the spring drill last year to launch a military rebellion. Those lieutenants and officers did not have any ambitions. Without a leader, they did not think about fighting for power, but forced Lord Li to take the lead in the rebellion against the Qing Dynasty.
Facing the gunpoint of the military officer, Lord Li, who was already dissatisfied with the court, knew that the matter would not be resolved amicably, so he could only make the best of it and became the leader of the anti-Qing movement.
Now the "big brother" has ascended the throne, and the young officer who launched the military remonstration back then has become a founding hero. While he was promoted, Zhan Tianyou, who had launched the military remonstration directly in front of the tent, was in a somewhat awkward situation. So he was promoted one level and became a military officer in the Ming Dynasty.
"Dependent City, where are we going next?"
Hearing the ambassador's question, Zhan Tianyou quickly answered.
"Sir, according to the itinerary, we need to go to the locomotive company."
"Locomotive company? We'll have to see. When I left Xuzhou, I heard that the imperial court was going to build railways inside and outside the Great Wall. They were going to build railways to Heilongjiang and Kyakhta, to settle the border with immigrants and prevent the Russians from getting involved. Naturally, they would have to import locomotives to build the railways, um..."
After nodding slightly, Zhang Peilun asked again.
"However, the most important thing for building the railway is funding. After we arrive in Nanhua, we still have to meet with those bankers. No matter what, we have to get some funding from the Ming Dynasty first."
After listening to the ambassador's words, Zhan Tianyou made a suggestion.
"Sir, it is not difficult to win the support of the banking industry. If you don't have any acquaintances, you might as well start with the steel company and the locomotive company. After all, in the future, whether it is rails or locomotives, we will always need to purchase them. However, I think that your most urgent task right now is to negotiate and revise the new treaty with the Ming Dynasty. Only in this way can we become strong! And the Ming Dynasty is a friendly country of China, so it is naturally willing to help me succeed!"
Zhang Peilun agreed deeply with Zhan Tianyou's words.
"The revision of the New Testament is of great importance and cannot be rushed. Besides, some things are simply wishful thinking if you want to achieve them without paying a price!"
When mentioning this matter, Zhang Peilun sighed.
"Although the Ming Dynasty is a friendly country, the Ming Dynasty... is also a great power after all!"
Although the Ming Dynasty is a friendly country, it is also a powerful country after all!
Zhang Peilun's judgment was not wrong in this regard. All powerful countries must first consider their own interests, and between countries, interests are the most important. However, what he did not know was that Emperor Zhu had already made corresponding plans for China.
"I heard that Zhang Peilun is visiting various places?"
"Yes, Your Majesty, if we calculate the itinerary, we should be almost at Nanhua."
Liu Kunpeng replied.
"Well, I will meet him again when he comes back."
"Your Majesty, do you have other plans?"
Upon hearing this, Liu Kunpeng realized that His Majesty must be planning to take action.
"Yes, I still want to meet this person again. In fact, if necessary, I would like to go to Japan and meet with Li Xuzhou there to discuss the issue of helping China achieve industrialization."
"Help China achieve industrialization!"
Liu Kunpeng was shocked by His Majesty's decision.
"Your Majesty, have you decided to provide full assistance to Xuzhou?"
"It's not quite comprehensive assistance. Well, it's more like guidance than assistance."
Emperor Zhu paused for a moment and continued:
"The British do have ulterior motives! Increasing investment in international students is just one of their options. If they want to raise a Gu, the British can't be the only ones to do it. If we don't make any statement, won't we let others fight alone?"
"It is very obvious that if we do not take action, Xuzhou will most likely seek support from Britain or other countries!"
Liu Kunpeng agreed. In fact, as he had a good personal relationship with Lord Li, he certainly supported the Ming Dynasty's assistance to Xuzhou. As for Tianjing, he had no good feelings towards them at all, and did not think that they would be the final winner. This had nothing to do with personal relationships, but was reality. He had said it a few years ago - the kingdom of heaven with thousands of princes and thousands of prime ministers would be destroyed only a matter of time.
"Yes, but the resources we can invest there are very limited. Moreover, compared to funds, what does China need most at the moment? Technical guidance!"
Emperor Zhu said directly.
"We can send some experts to help them formulate systematic and scientific development plans. Through this kind of support, we can eventually achieve the integration of China!"
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