Of course, Qin Zheng didn't know these complicated ideas of Li Sanjie, but one thing Li Sanjie said was indeed right, that is, Shanghai's work is mainly at the diplomatic level, and Liu Lantao, Li Hongbing, Chen Zhaosheng, and Gao Lei did lack experience in this area, and their weight was much worse. "So if Li Sanjie could stay in Shanghai, his qualifications, experience and status would be of great benefit to the work of time travelers in Shanghai, and it was Li Sanjie who took the initiative to propose it. After Qin Zheng considered it, he finally decided to let Li Sanjie stay in Shanghai.

Of course, Qin Zheng cannot ignore the safety of Shanghai off-site personnel. Although the support of the Shanghai off-site personnel is supported by the Time Travel Group, this support is only indirect. After all, the Time Travel Group is too far from Shanghai, and if there is something to do, it cannot directly interfere in Shanghai. However, there are still people in Shanghai who can help the Time Travel Group. First, Zhao Weizhong, who has a certain social network in Shanghai, and this house was bought through Zhao Weizhong. I believe that Zhao Weizhong will also be willing to help the Time Travelers maintain the Shanghai office.

The other is Li Hongzhang. Although Li Hongzhang is so close to the Time Travel Group, as an old fox with rich political experience, Li Hongzhang knew the truth about multiple friends and multiple ways. After the Qing court decided to accept the negotiation conditions proposed by various countries, Li Hongzhang was the first to notify the Time Traveler. Moreover, protecting the security of the office was not difficult for Li Hongzhang, because the office was not in the concession, and Li Hongzhang could be able to reach his hands except the concession. Therefore, Qin Zheng also wrote a special letter asking Li Sanjie to give it to Li Hongzhang tomorrow, and of course he would also have to talk to Li Hongzhang.

In addition, Qin Zheng also decided to leave behind 20 soldiers and weapons to defend the office. Shiliupu is one of the most prosperous commercial districts in Shanghai and is also a place where the fish and dragons are mixed. Even if Li Hongzhang decided to help the office, it would not be possible to be in every situation. To hit people on the ground, the time traveler needs enough self-protection strength.

During dinner, the time traveler invited Zhao Weizhong again to take care of the Shanghai office, and Zhao Weizhong naturally agreed.

Just after 3 a.m. the next day, Boat 318 arrived at Shiliupu Wharf. Qin Zheng and others got on board overnight and drove away from Shanghai while the night was shining.

After dawn, Li Sanjie immediately rushed to Li Hongzhang's mansion to visit Li Hongzhang, saying that there was something wrong in Tianjin, and Qin Zheng had already rushed back to Tianjin. He had no time to say goodbye to Li Hongzhang. He was the man who was Qin Zheng who apologized to Li Hongzhang and handed Qin Zheng's letter.

After reading the letter, Li Hongzhang was silent for a while. Now he was a little confused about what the overseas Chinese were planning to do? Why did Qin Zheng leave so hurriedly? Is it because he was afraid of taking him as a hostage? But why didn’t he leave all of them and keep Li Sanjie. Although Li Hongzhang and Li Sanjie didn’t have much contact with him, he also knew that he was an important official of overseas Chinese, and his general position was equivalent to that of the Qing court’s Prime Minister’s Office. Are overseas Chinese not afraid of countries taking Li Sanjie as hostage? Therefore, this group of people must have another purpose to stay in Shanghai.

So Li Hongzhang said: "I didn't expect that the Political Commissar Qin would leave so in a hurry. Well, you have just arrived in Shanghai, and you have lived in both people and land. If you have anything to do if you need my help, just speak up."

Li Sanjie nodded, knowing that Li Hongzhang said this actually made a promise to maintain the security of the office, so he said, "Thank you Zhongtang."

Li Hongzhang laughed and said, "This is a simple task and is not worth mentioning. But what do you intend to do after you withdraw from the negotiations?"

Li Sanjie said: "I want to ask Zhongtang first. After we withdrew from the negotiations yesterday, I don't know how Zhongtang talks with other countries."

Li Hongzhang did not expect that Li Sanjie did not answer his question, but asked himself what he had talked with foreigners yesterday, and there must be some reason for this. Therefore, after hesitating slightly, Li Hongzhang decided to tell the truth. After all, this could not be hidden. So he said: "To be honest, I said that you will withdraw from the negotiations and have a heavy relationship. I need to inform the court and continue the negotiations after the court has confirmed it. Therefore, shortly after your departure, I and other countries also terminated the negotiations. Yesterday afternoon, I telegraphed the court to the court and are now waiting for the court's reply."

Although Li Hongzhang did not expect that the time traveler would choose to withdraw from the negotiations, he also understood that overseas Chinese would never give up. Therefore, he would never continue to negotiate with other countries before receiving briefings from overseas Chinese. So he used the excuse to report to the Qing court and terminated the negotiations. In fact, if Li Sanjie did not come to him today, Li Hongzhang would also visit the time traveler and figure out the purpose of the time traveler.

Li Sanjie nodded and said, "So according to the view of the central government, what decision will the court make?"

Li Hongzhang smiled bitterly and said, "If I look at it, the court will ask me to continue negotiating with various countries until the final signing of the treaty, which will be only one or two days at the latest. It will be today, and the court will have a reply and call."

Li Sanjie smiled and said, "I'll ask the central government again, if we continue to negotiate according to the court's request, how long will it take to sign the treaty in the end?"

Li Hongzhang thought that Li Sanjie would be angry after hearing the continued negotiations, but he did not expect that he looked at him freely and could not help but feel a little surprised. It seemed that there were many talents among the overseas Chinese, and this person's diplomatic ability may not be inferior to Qin Zheng. So he said: "At least twenty days, at most one month, if there are no other major events, the treaty herbs can be determined first, and then the court decides before the formal signing of the contract can be signed."

Li Hongzhang was a person with rich negotiation experience. Although the Qing court had accepted the conditions proposed by various countries, these terms were only principled, and it took a lot of time to be determined into details and implement each detail. Sometimes there was a long dispute over a word or a word. Therefore, Li Hongzhang said that it was as little as twenty days and as much as one month, and it was never exaggerated.

Li Sanjie said: "So that's the case, so Zhongtang will not visit and go to talk to other countries slowly!" After a pause, he said: "But Zhongtang should not negotiate substantive terms with other countries within these three or five days."

After hearing this, Li Hongzhang immediately understood that overseas Chinese must have planned to make big moves in the near future, and it was enough to disrupt the negotiations. Although Li Hongzhang didn't know what overseas Chinese would do, he could also think that there would be no other way except war, but he just didn't know whether the overseas Chinese's target was Beijing or Shanghai.

If overseas Chinese attack Beijing, it will not have much impact. After all, Beijing is still controlled by the Eight-Nation Alliance. However, if overseas Chinese plan to attack Shanghai, the involvement will be very widespread, not only related to various countries, but also involve the governors and governors in the southeast. This is not only because Shanghai is the core city of mutual protection in the southeast, but also the governors and governors in the southeastern provinces have their own interests in Shanghai, including Li Hongzhang. Most of his adopted son Sheng Xuanhuai's industries are in Shanghai. If Shanghai encounters war, it will inevitably suffer significant losses. Therefore, it is necessary to understand it so that it can prevent it in advance.

But Li Hongzhang was very careful. If he asked Li Sanjie directly, the other party would definitely not say it directly, because it would be the same if he changed himself. This is also the practice of the Chinese officialdom. He talked around like a mystery, beating around the bush, and beating side by side. Therefore, this is not difficult for Li Hongzhang. So he smiled and said, "Okay, I understand your request. Please rest assured that you can delay the time, I can still do it."

Li Sanjie said: "If it's very good, I will also represent the Executive Committee. Thank you for your help." Li Sanjie was confident that the time travel group would immediately launch the Beijing battle. He first attacked Tongzhou. As long as he could delay for three or five days, the Qing court and other countries would not be able to continue to negotiate. Therefore, it is best not to reach any substantial clauses before this.

At this time, Li Hongzhang said again: "Although you have purchased a house in Shanghai, as far as I know, there are mixed places in the area of ​​Shiliupu, with good and bad quality. Recently, there may be turmoil in Shanghai. You have just withdrawn from negotiations and will inevitably be disturbed and hurt. If you trust me, you will move to Shanghai for a while without visiting me. I still have several industries in Shanghai, which is enough for you to live in Shiliupu. When the situation stabilizes, it will not be too late for you to settle down in Shiliupu."

Li Sanjie was stunned for a moment and immediately understood what Li Hongzhang meant. He was afraid that time travelers would send troops to attack Shanghai, so he hoped that he would live in Shanghai city. First, to ensure the safety of these people, and to give an explanation to the time travel group in the future; second, to sell time travelers as a favor. Once the time travelers occupy Shanghai, they can protect the Shanghai county town. Of course, if the time travelers fail, Li Hongzhang will sell the time travelers without hesitation and give them to foreigners for disposal.

However, Li Sanjie knew that the time traveler was not attacking Shanghai, but Beijing, so he said, "Thank you for your kindness. I think the current situation in Shanghai is still good and there is no turmoil. Although the Shiliupu area is complicated, the public security is still good, and we are not without self-protection, so we will not disturb Zhongtang. If the current situation really changes, we will definitely rescue Zhongtang."

A smart person's words are so simple, and he can reveal it at a glance. Li Hongzhang immediately understood what Li Sanjie meant. Although he didn't know whether it was true or false, he could feel a little at ease and said, "Since that is the case, I will inevitably be strong. However, if you have something to do, even if you come to find me, I will do my best to help you."

At this point, everything that should be said and not should be said has been said. Both parties have basically achieved their goals. Of course, after returning, they have to seriously divide the other party's words. So Li Sanjie also said goodbye and left Li Hongzhang's mansion and returned to the office.

Just as Li Hongzhang saw Li Sanjie away, he had not yet returned to the house. Li Jingfang hurried in from the gate. After seeing Li Hongzhang, he didn't have time to greet him and said, "Father, the news I just received has been heard that overseas Chinese have sent troops to capture Tongzhou."
Chapter completed!