Chapter 102 The family is excited! Guangxu was shocked again!
Li Qiwei did not know that his knighthood had attracted the attention of Prime Minister Cecil, and he was also included in the conspiracy.
After five days of sea voyage, the group finally arrived in London safely.
On December 18, 1901, Li Qiwei returned to his home in Cambridge with Wang Luyao and others, and he began his doctoral life again.
However, the Nobel Prize award ceremony held in Sweden was transmitted to the Qing Dynasty at lightning speed, causing even greater shock.
Qing Dynasty, Guangzhou, Li Zhai.
A family dinner is going on with joy and laughter.
Li Tingzhao sits high on the throne, and on his left is his wife and Li Qiwei’s biological mother, Ye Guizhen.
On the right side are: the eldest son Li Bokai and the second son Li Zhongxing.
On Ye Guizhen's left hand side are: the eldest daughter-in-law Li Chen, and the second daughter-in-law Li Lin.
There is also a table next to the children of Li Bokai and Li Zhongxing, who are also the third generation of the Li family.
When he was five or six years old, he was naughty and naughty. He ate randomly under the care of two old mothers.
A few clever maids and servants stood around the main table, responsible for adding wine and dishes, waiting for summons.
Li Tingzhao was smiling widely. He raised his glass and said to his two sons: "Come, let's have a drink together to celebrate Wei'er's academic achievements."
Li Bokai and Li Zhongxing hurriedly took the glasses He picked up the wine glass and drank it down at the same time as his father.
As for the three women, they were smiling and talking about themselves.
At this time, Li Bokai said excitedly: "Father, mother, and third brother, this time, I have embarrassed my Li family too much."
"I read the article in "Declaration" According to reports, the king of a country actually presented the award to his third brother in person and even shook his hand."
"Although Sweden is a small country and cannot compare to the Qing Dynasty, it is also an industrialized country. The strength should not be underestimated. "
"The king of such a country is so high and mighty that he can deign to condescend to award a group of craftsmen. It is simply unbelievable."
After listening to his eldest son's words, Li Tingzhao slowly raised his head and glanced around. The maids and servants were so frightened that they all quickly lowered their heads to express that they knew nothing.
“In European countries, people like Weier are called ‘scientists’ instead of ‘craftsmen’ here.”
“This shows their respect for the study of things and the pursuit of knowledge. I’m afraid This is the reason why people can achieve a rapid industrial revolution."
Li Zhongxing then echoed: "Hey, I originally had a chance in the Qing Dynasty, but it's a pity that the struggle in the court is unpredictable."
“Scientists are also human beings, and they have weaknesses. They cannot defeat those old foxes in officialdom.”
Of course everyone knew what he was talking about, but they kept it secret and did not discuss it in depth publicly.
At this time, her mother Ye Guizhen said worriedly: "Master, nothing will happen to Wei'er when she returns to China."
Li Tingzhao was silent for a while after hearing this, and then he thought In the past two years, the contents of the letters between Li Qiwei and his third son.
Even an onlooker, Wang Shiyuan, could rely on clues to analyze that Li Qiwei had lofty ambitions and a grand plan.
As a father, how could he still not know what his son was doing and what his intentions were?
However, the other party never said it clearly. What they claimed to the outside world was that they only wanted to improve the technology and education of the Qing Dynasty.
Father and son are connected, and Li Tingzhao can probably guess that they are inseparable.
Especially since Li Qiwei recently asked him to send a few business talents there, and reminded himself to ask his eldest brother to climb up as much as possible.
It’s scary to think about it.
However, when all this is still immature, Li Tingzhao, who is rich in the city, will never reveal any information, even to his family.
He would quietly and quietly complete Ridgway's plan.
Wait until the other party returns to the country, then have a heart-to-heart talk with him and his son to determine the future direction of the family.
“Don’t worry, what Weier has learned is Western orthodox science and technology, which is different from what those people want to do.”
“He will not get involved in court politics. Naturally, he will not be caught by others. "
"Furthermore, Wei'er may not be afraid of anyone in the Qing Dynasty, and no one will dare to touch him."
Wow!
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone at the table was shocked.
The impatient Li Bokai quickly asked: "Dad, how is this possible? In the Qing Dynasty, who can be higher than the Empress Dowager Ci?"
"What trump card does the third brother have?" "
Li Zhongxing also said: "Yes, Dad, tell me what it is?"
Ye Guizhen and her two daughters-in-law also stared in disbelief, wondering if their youngest son (brother-in-law) had any amazing abilities.
Li Tingzhao looked at the shocked looks of several people, a little funny, and said: "Don't spread the word, this matter has not been determined yet."
"Weier may be killed by the King of England Being enthroned as a knight is called a lower-level knighthood. "
"Although it is the lowest title, with this amulet, no one in the Qing Dynasty dares to touch my son!"
Li Tingzhao also! I am proud of my third son and speak domineeringly.
boom!
This time, everyone was so shocked that they could not recover and were already stunned.
Li Bokai murmured: "A knighthood? How is this possible? The third brother is from the Qing Dynasty. The British are willing to knight him?"
"God, even the Governor of Huguang Zhang Master Zhidong, he doesn’t have a title either.”
“Nowadays, seeing foreigners in China is like seeing a cat. If you see a British knight, what’s the point?”
Li Zhongxing said excitedly: "The third brother is too scary. Is the physics theory he proposed so important?"
"There are also differences between titles and titles. As the world's most powerful country, Britain now has its titles. It is different from those in other countries."
"If the third brother can really get the title, he can really go out in the Qing Dynasty."
"As for the size of the title, it doesn't matter. , The Qing Dynasty would not dare to offend him anyway.” “My immediate boss, the Governor of Guangdong, should treat my third brother with courtesy.”
Ye Guizhen had a smile in her eyes at this time. She didn't care about glory and wealth, as long as her sons were safe.
The family, in this festive atmosphere, kept talking about Li Qiwei, and the room was filled with laughter and laughter.
On the other side, some people are also discussing Li Qiwei, but they are doing it secretly for fear of leaking the news.
Henan, Kaifeng, in Huiluan Palace.
After the invasion of the Eight-Power Allied Forces, Cixi fled to Xi'an in panic with Guangxu.
Now that the war is over, she has returned to the capital with great pride. Without the threat, the old witch naturally begins to enjoy herself again.
When passing through Henan, local officials built a luxurious palace to flatter her, just to serve her well.
Because Cixi’s residence was uncomfortable, someone would be unlucky.
For example, Xia Liang, the magistrate of Tongguan County, was dismissed by Cixi because the accommodation he prepared was not up to standard.
She felt that she was about to take power again, so her power grew stronger.
Moreover, they also searched for the properties of local officials, gentry and wealthy merchants along the way. When they returned to Beijing, there were three thousand carriages filled with gold, silver and jewelry.
The old witch’s luxury and cruelty are evident.
However, Guangxu's life was not so good. He was still under strict supervision. His food, clothing, housing and transportation were all monitored, and he had no freedom.
Now, he is having a heart-to-heart talk with his ministers in his humble palace.
Although Ronglu was a member of Cixi, he had deep sympathy for Guangxu and could not bear to see the dignified emperor of the Qing Dynasty treated so miserably.
"Your Majesty, this is the latest newspaper about Li Qiwei."
"He was in Sweden and was personally awarded the award by the King of Sweden. He even shook hands with him, which shows how much he is favored."
"This is The boy is just eating the inside and outside. He is a subject of our Qing Dynasty, but he is treated with courtesy by the foreign king. He has no Qing Dynasty in his eyes."
Guangxu had already recovered from the shock. Two months ago. , Li Qiwei was only famous in the West, but now he shook hands with the king.
He couldn't understand various things in the West, but he also knew the dignity of the Swedish king.
Such beings are willing to lower their status and chat and laugh with the "craftsmen" in the Qing Dynasty's words.
How could those talented people not give up? No wonder they have spears and cannons.
"Hey, it's a pity that our Qing Dynasty can't recruit such talents."
When Ronglu heard this, he was shocked and said quickly: "Your Majesty, this slave is willing to die to remonstrate. Please be careful. "Yan."
Guangxu sneered, "Why, Lord Ronglu, are you going to claim credit from the Queen Mother?"
Hearing such heart-wrenching words, Ronglu could no longer bear it, fell to his knees, and burst into tears, "Your Majesty said, even if I die, I will not dare to do it."
"The systems of Western countries and ours The Qing Dynasty is very different. It cannot be copied in its entirety, but it must be done step by step and subtly. "
"Otherwise, even if Li Qiwei is deeply loved by His Majesty and is in the central position, how can he clean up the world and eliminate the long-standing disadvantages. "
"I beg your Majesty to think twice!"
Guangxu sighed softly and said tiredly: "My dear, please get up, I just said it out of anger."
Hearing such sincere words, even Ronglu's heart of stone melted at this moment.
This is why the emperor regarded him as a confidant, so he was so outspoken.
Guangxu asked again: "My dear, how much resistance do you think I will encounter if I only let Li Qiwei reform education and technology, as he said himself?"
Rong Lu thought for a while and said: "I think we can take a look at it slowly."
"Now that the Supervisory Government Affairs Office has been established, it is time to recruit talents. We can use this as an excuse to recruit Li Qiwei. ”
"Let him take the position of deputy and be responsible for the affairs of schools across the country."
"Shandong University was established a month ago, and its first president was the industrialist Zhou Xuexi."
"Perhaps Li Qiwei can be asked Make overall plans and take charge of them, and see if their means and capabilities can be put to good use. Don't rush."
It turned out that the Qing Dynasty was forced to implement the New Deal due to the huge blow caused by the Eight-Power Allied Forces.
On April 21 this year, the Qing government established the Supervisory Government Affairs Office as the central office of the New Deal.
Responsible for handling national schools, imperial examinations, government affairs, finance, military affairs, commerce, diplomatic relations and other affairs.
The Supervisory Government Affairs Office has assembled a group of powerful figures, such as Yi Kuang, Li Hongzhang, Ronglu, Wang Wenshao, Lu Chuanlin and others.
Under its promotion, the Qing Dynasty's New Deal was carried out in an orderly manner.
Although it did not meet expectations, it has made some achievements, such as the establishment of various university halls.
Guangxu nodded slightly when he heard this, "What Ai Qing said is indeed a mature and prudent statement."
"I'm worried that Li Qiwei will think that his official position is humble. I heard that this person is extremely arrogant and has a bit of the arrogance of a scholar."
Rong Lu sighed inwardly that it was really uncomfortable for the emperor to do this.
The Qing Dynasty also declined.
A mere craftsman, if he had been placed in the former dynasty, he would have done what he was asked to do honestly, and he would have dared to bargain.
“Don’t worry, Your Majesty, no matter how amazing and talented Li Qiwei is, he is nothing more than a commoner.”
"After receiving the great favor from the emperor, he was afraid that it would be too late, and he would never dare to be picky."
Guangxu nodded lightly, then looked into the distance, with a flame rekindling in his heart.
(End of this chapter)