In early summer, Yuan Shikai, who returned to North Korea from home, finally entered Seoul again.

The reason why I came back was that I took a long way to go around by land, and the Guards were drawing military maps and familiar terrain along the way, so I delayed some time.

During the period when he was in contact with the Guards, Yuan Shikai's senses of the army changed drastically. First, the Guards' equipment brought Yuan Shikai's impact. Two people could carry the cannons that could be carried away with one hand, and they could be picked up and run with one hand. These were never heard of. Compared with these two, the rifle that could be shot continuously with only one bullet is easier to accept. The most impact on Yuan Shikai was the Guards' discipline.

The orders are forbidden! This is the symbol of a strong army, and the unbreakable truth that has never been broken through the ages. However, Yuan Shikai, who has truly led the army, knew how difficult it would be to do this. But the Guards not only did it, but also did it beyond imagination.

They could march for twelve hours in a row at a command, or they could lie on the grass without moving for a day and a night. Even when camping, the camp will be cleaned and tidy, and the soldiers' own outfits are even more meticulous. Even the bedding will be measured with a wooden ruler after being folded to fully meet the standards.

If it is just one day, it can be understood; if it is two days and three days, it can be done, but persistent...

Yuan Shikai really couldn't imagine what kind of training he had made these soldiers who were once seen as the one who became what they are now.

As for training, it is even more strictly inhumane. In fighting, the opponents in the eyes of those soldiers are no longer their comrades, but are completely unimaginable enemies. In shooting training, even if they only scored forty rings, they would have to be trained with bricks.

Seeing such an army, Yuan Shikai finally understood why the emperor asked that in the palace. Compared with them, the Qing army he led to was a scumbag.

What kind of person is it to be able to build such an army?

So when he visited Liu Shaoqing in Shenyang, Yuan Shikai faced this young man who was twelve years younger than him almost with a pilgrimage. Because he was really impressed. At least in terms of military training or military affairs.

Although his father's death brought a big blow to Zaitian, life still has to continue. Moreover, the pressure from the Japanese is always like a knife on Zaitian's neck, forcing him to move forward. In any case, he can't be defeated by the Japanese again!

Therefore, after guarding Yihuan Qiqi, Liu Shaoqing was sent to the Northeast by the emperor to complete the inspection of the Northeast New Army and the reorganization of the Northeast Army.

Zai Tian demanded that whether it was the new army in Zhili or the new army there, it could only be officially called the Guards after being recognized by Liu Shaoqing, and could be awarded the number and military flag by the emperor, such as the First to Fifth Guards Divisions in Zhili, the Sixth Guards Division and the Independent Brigade of the Naval in Shandong.

At this time, Liu Shaoqing had been promoted to the baron. Of course, this was to match Jianning's title. Before his marriage, Jianning made great contributions to the establishment of female medical soldiers, so he was specially appointed as Princess Gulun. Of course, almost all ministers believed that this was just an excuse for the emperor to promote his favorite sister. Since Jianning was already a princess, it would be too shabby if Liu Shaoqing was still the commander of the light chariot commander, so the emperor promoted Liu Shaoqing to the baron in the name of his contribution to the Jindan Sect.

Now, Comrade Xiao Liu has caught up with his father in his official position. As for power, it is probably only high or low. The Liu family is prosperous and prosperous.

The reorganization of the Northeast New Army includes two aspects. One is the training of the three divisions and military academy students in Shengjing and Jilin. This part was basically completed when Yuan Shikai arrived in Shengjing. After all, the new army still has a foundation. In addition, Duan Qirui came to Shengjing one year in advance to pave the way, and Yike Tanga had the lessons of Ding'an and was more concerned about the management of the new army, so Liu Shaoqing did not spend much effort.

There are indeed some thorns among the new army in Shengjing and the military academy students in Jilin. These red and yellow belts are difficult to deal with, whether they are Muller or Iketang, let alone Duan Qirui. But who is Liu Shaoqing, the emperor's brother-in-law, and he is popular, and he cares about these outdated royal children, so either you follow the military regulations or you get out of here.

Since no one can defeat Liu Pifu, no matter how the Eight Banners children cursed behind the scenes, the new army was completely reshaped and met the requirements of the Guards. However, at this time, the three divisions of the Northeast Army had become two divisions and one independent brigade. Later, in order to make this newly formed army more bloody, Liu Shaoqing followed the tradition of the Zhili Guards and released them as a battalion and company to fight bandits.

When Yuan Shikai went to pay homage to Liu Shaoqing, it was the time when the new army in Shengjing was sent out.

However, Liu Shaoqing and Yuan Shikai didn't know that the move to arrange for the new army to fight the bandits was accidentally eliminated by mistake some bandits who secretly supported Japan and even directly pulled up the pole. This subsequent Sino-Japanese War reduced a lot of unstable factors.

There are many big beards in the northeast that were secretly supported or established by the Japanese. Originally, when the Japanese planned to attack North Korea or even the Northeast, these bandit armed forces could harass the Qing army's supply line in the rear. However, now this plan has been completely bankrupt. Even if some bandit armed forces survive, they were driven to the deep mountains and forests further north. Not to mention hindering the supply line of the guards, they could not even hide!

The first thing Yuan Shikai did when he returned to Seoul was naturally to start retraining and equip himself with the foundation for his life - the Sixth Battalion of the Qing Army. At the same time, he also used the conservative forces of North Korea to arrange eyewitnesses to various parts of North Korea and closely monitor the trends of the "Dongxue Party".

Seoul, the Japanese Consulate General in North Korea.

Keisuke Otori was wearing a kimono and sat quietly in the Kawai room in the consulate. The cup of tea in front of him had long disappeared. He also looked uneasy, his eyes just staring blankly in the distance, as if waiting for something anxiously.

Outside the Kawai room, the sound of soldiers in the embassy guards were heard. The neat steps, the sound of guns and shoulders on and off the shoulders all came over with the officers' commands with unique Japanese aura.

However, this voice can no longer bring a sense of security to Otoo Keisuke as before, because the Qing army brought back by Yuan Shikai would not be worse than the soldiers of the Embassy Guards, and most importantly, they had a larger number.

A gentle footstep sound suddenly sounded outside the door, and then the entrance door opened, and two figures flashed in. The Consul General, who should be the first person in Japan to be stationed in North Korea, bowed deeply to the visitor.

The voice of the visitor was very clear and he had a smile: "Mr. Obi, don't have to salute me. I don't have any official name." This person is the leader of the Xuanyang Society and the leader of the Japanese spy group, Yamaman!

Keisuke Oto got up properly, holding his hands on his knees, looking straight to Toumaman. Toumaman was sitting cross-legged across from him. Although the person who followed him was wearing a kimono, he seemed to be a soldier, and he sat there with his waist and back straight.

"Mr. Toushan..."

Keisuke Ototo was about to speak, but was interrupted by Toyama-man. He smiled and said, "Ototo, how is the matter going?"

Keisuke Oto was stunned and whispered: "Kim Yujun is already secretly contacting Kaihua Party patriots and is preparing. But Park Jun seems not very active and believes that there is no possibility of success - the Qing Dynasty has increased its troops."

Toushan smiled: "It's enough to have one gold and jade, as for Park Yong-hyo, it doesn't matter. We don't really expect a North Korean government with the Kaihua Party." Then he said with some emotion: "After all, it's still Kim Jun, who is worthy of our eight years of cultivation in Japan!"

"As for the issue of the Qing Dynasty's increase in troops, I remember that the agreement was made in the treaty? If the Qing Dynasty violated the agreement, it would really save us a lot of trouble."

Keisuke Otoo hurriedly said: "The Qing Dynasty did not violate the regulations. They changed defense this time, so the empire could not stop it."

Tooyama Man was obviously dissatisfied with Oto Keisuke's answer: "Since it's a change of defense, why didn't the original troops leave?"

Keisuke Ototo replied a little embarrassedly: "About this, Yuan Shikai's answer was that they were waiting for the imperial court to allocate the silver. The Qing Dynasty had a very strange unspoken rule. When the army set out, it was necessary to pay the soldiers all the money they had previously owed and a money they used for travel expenses. Without this silver, the army refused to set out or even refused to fight."

Toushanman laughed. "Look, how could such an imperial court and such an army be the opponent of the Great Japanese Empire? So, when the soldiers of the Empire set foot on the land of North Korea, that is, when the Great Japanese Empire takes off! Whether it is the Chinese or the Koreans, they can only flourish under the management of the empire, and jointly fight against the West and the Russians."

When he was talking, he smiled and looked at the big bird, but the big bird was so cramped that it didn't speak.

"What's wrong? Big Bird Lord? Do you have anything to say?"

Keisuke Oto looked up at Toushanman. This big spy leader with a very deep potential in Japan and could even be said to be the leader of the Japanese government's secret side. He was smiling with a kind face. Speaking of which, Toushanman looked like a gentleman with a poetic and literary spirit.

Keisuke Otori mustered up the courage and saluted violently: "Mr. Tooyama, is it not in line with the interests of the empire to take such action without receiving any orders from the government? I have been considering this issue. The empire... needs to accumulate strength! If you act at this time, you may develop to bet on the destiny of the country!"

Tooshanman smiled and listened quietly to his words. After Keisuke Ototo finished speaking, he said softly: "Mr. Ototo. You are indeed worried about the imperial sage. But you don't have to worry." As he said that, he pointed to the person behind him: "Do you know who this person is?"

Big Bird glanced at the person behind Toushanman. The man had a European beard, with a clear body and a hard face. He nodded slightly to Sugicun.

Tooyama Man smiled and said, "This is Lieutenant General Kawakami Kawakami's Deputy Chief of Staff!"

Keisuke Otori hurriedly bowed to the ground and saluted: "I'm sorry, Lieutenant General, I'm rude!"

Kawakami Kawakami is now the deputy chief of staff of the base camp, a famous scholar in the entire Imperial Army! The brain of the Imperial Army, who was born in the Satsuma clan, was able to hold a high position in the Imperial Army of the Cheung Chau clan. His ability is evident! He and Toushan secretly came together. Has the Empire already made a decision?

Thinking of this, Keisuke Oto suddenly felt sweating all over. In addition to being excited, he was also a little uneasy.

"In fact, Lieutenant General, he secretly inspected Busan and Pyongyang without notifying you at the beginning of the year." Tooshanman's tone was gentle: "Amistant, you are not wrong to say that the fortune of the country is betting on the land. The future of the empire lies on the continent, and the behemoth of the Qing Dynasty cannot be avoided. The entire empire has been working hard for decades, and it is not for this? The Qing Dynasty is big and rich, while the empire is small and poor. The battle of the national fortune does not depend on how many weapons and warships we have accumulated and how many troops we have trained... The Qing Dynasty will be more armed than we have awakened. The bet on the fortune of the country is in the general trend! Indeed, the empire is not fully prepared yet, but the Qing Dynasty is also not prepared. We are going to destroy them in one fell swoop before the Qing Dynasty opened its eyes! Now, time is the most precious thing for us!"

Tooyama's voice seemed to be persuading Oto Keisuke, and more like he was persuading himself.

"So we can't delay, wait for the Qing Dynasty to wake up, wait for the 400 million people to wake up! Even if North Korea does not create any opportunity, the empire will find ways to create other excuses..."

Keisuke Ototo listened, and he made a quick judgment like lightning in his mind. It is very likely that the empire already had other plans, a plan that could not pass through North Korea!

At this time, Kawakami Shoji, who had been silent, also added coldly: "Today, there will be 300 Imperial Army soldiers joining your Grand Secretary Guard. Otoki, let's work together!"

Keisuke Otori saluted again firmly: "I will do my best to contribute to the empire!"
Chapter completed!