Chapter 1882 Local Separatism

Li Bo's wish was good, but he still made an old mistake when examining this issue. Due to his limited vision, he did not realize the difference in strength between his country and other countries. Just take Fujian Xu

For North Korea, the amount of funds invested in military construction over the years is far beyond ordinary people's imagination. Even with the power of the whole country, North Korea's investment in the military field cannot compare with Xu Xinsu, who is bent on separatist rule.

North Korea is still patching together funding for military officers studying abroad, but Xu Xinsu had already established the rules a few years ago for sending military officers to Sanya for further training every year. The new Fujian army he built has basically been in the process of establishment, tactics and equipment.

It has been integrated with the Haihan Army in all aspects, and has experienced several cooperative operations with the Haihan Army. In terms of combat effectiveness, it can be tied with the Annan Army as the strongest cooperative army.

Of course, Xu Xinsu would not simply position the army he spent several years and a lot of money to build as Haihan's auxiliary army. Even if compared to the Ming Dynasty, the Fujian Ming army loyal to him was already one of the best.

Such an armed force was enough to ensure that the Fujian Xu family had a unique position in the southeast of the Ming Dynasty, and even the imperial court was powerless to do anything about it.

And Xu Xinsu also knows that the fundamental condition for him to get ahead is to have money and soldiers, so his development strategy is very simple. Simply put, he uses soldiers to make money and money to raise soldiers. The two methods complement each other and gradually build Fujian.

He has become a small country under his own rule. Although Fujian still dares not say that it is an iron bucket that water cannot be poured into, at least no one dares to say no to Xu Xinsu. What kind of governor of Fujian is the governor of Sansi Yamen, on the stage of Fujian

They can only play supporting roles and stand aside. Everyone knows that Xu Xinsu, who holds the title of General Soldier of Fujian, is the local emperor who truly holds power in this region.

Although Li Bo came to Fujian for the first time, he also knew that Xu Xinsu's influence in the local area was extraordinary. He once heard Jin Shangjiu describe Xu Xinsu's power in Fujian. If the Xu family in Fujian wanted to separate the place and raise a flag to rebel, then the Ming Dynasty

The court will probably be unable to do anything about it.

However, so far, Xu Xinsu has not shown any intention of separatist rule. Although he has basically ignored the imperial court's arrangements for the deployment of Fujian garrison, and regards Fujian as a forbidden territory, he still maintains a relationship with the Ming Dynasty on the surface.

There are many objective reasons for this situation, but one reason that cannot be ignored is that Haihan did not want Xu Xinsu to proclaim himself king and establish a country in Fujian.

Haihan hopes that the internal and external troubles that Ming Dynasty is facing at this stage can stay at a controllable level. If chaos leads to the overthrow of Ming Dynasty, not to mention that Haihan currently does not have enough strength to clean up the mess, Ming Dynasty will also be in chaos.

Haihan has caused a lot of trouble. After all, this is Haihan's main source of population and materials, as well as the most important sales market. Messing up the Ming Dynasty is tantamount to indirectly damaging Haihan's interests. Naturally, the Executive Committee does not want to see that.

situation.

Xu Xinsu implemented military control over Fujian. Haihan has given strong support to this for many years. However, if Xu Xinsu wants to go further, Victory Fort's attitude may change. Therefore, although Xu Xinsu has built a stronghold in Fujian in recent years,

Although he maintained a strong army, he always followed Haihan's arrangements and continued to play the role of a courtier of the Ming Dynasty.

Of course, his status as a minister of the Ming Dynasty did not hinder the fact that Xu Xinsu was the local emperor in Fujian. In addition to possessing a powerful private armed force, Fujian's local tax collection, appointment and dismissal of officials, administration and law enforcement, and even diplomatic relations began to take control on their own.

operation and no longer obeyed the court's arrangements. Xu Xinsu openly invited the passing Korean prince to visit Zhangzhou City, which was a sign of ignoring the slightly awkward diplomatic relations between the Ming Dynasty and North Korea - this was the exchange between the Xu family of Fujian and the Lee royal family of North Korea.

It has nothing to do with the Ming Dynasty.

However, although Xu Xinsu has become the de facto ruler of Fujian, his daily life, especially the standards of ceremonial guards, is not eager to be in line with the monarch. The mansion he lives in the city has not been renovated into a palace, and it still maintains several

The shape of the house many years ago. Of course, a lot of private houses around the mansion were demolished in the name of fire prevention, and the road outside the gate was also widened a lot to make it easier for people from all walks of life to enter and exit Xu Mansion.

Li Bo and his entourage got off the bus in front of Xu Xinsu's residence and found that the streets here had already been cleared by sergeants. From a distance, people stopped by the checkpoints could be seen looking in this direction. Not to mention the people in Zhangzhou City, even those who were present on the mission

The soldiers did not know the identity of the visitor. Although Xu Xinsu openly invited Li Bo to the city, only some high-level personnel loyal to Xu Xinsu could really know Li Bo's identity.

Of course, to invite Li Bo as a guest, you must first say hello to Haihan, so Gong Ping, the person in charge of Haihan in Fujian, and Jin Ming, the head of the security department, also came here specially to participate in the meeting.

Xu Xinsu himself led a group of subordinates to greet Li Bo outside the gate, which could be said to have given the Joseon prince a lot of face. Li Bo knew that Xu Xinsu had a very high status in the local area and had been kind to North Korea in the previous war, so he did not dare to do so now.

He took the shelf and hurried forward to greet Xu Xinsu.

Xu Xinsu said warmly: "Your Majesty, you've had a hard time traveling all the way! I hope that after arriving in Zhangzhou, my arrangements can make the Crown Prince feel more relaxed."

Li Bo quickly thanked Xu Xinsu for his kindness, saying that he should not arrange a drinking party for himself like he did on Zhoushan Island. He has now become somewhat accustomed to this kind of diplomatic situation, as long as he doesn't talk about things that are too sensitive.

The topic can usually be dealt with on the spot. Moreover, before he left North Korea, the trade negotiations between Fujian and North Korea had been basically finalized, and there was also Haihan as a witness, so Xu Xinsu should not discuss the previous trade.

What difficulties did the negotiations pose for him?

Xu Xinsu then introduced to Li Bo the close subordinates standing behind him. Most of them were military figures, and half of them were named Xu. It goes without saying that they should all be of the same clan as Xu Xinsu. As for those appointed by the imperial court

Several senior officials, perhaps because Li Bo's identity was too sensitive, had the good sense not to appear on this occasion. But it was good, both Xu Xinsu and Li Bo could have less scruples when speaking.

Xu Xinsu has been dealing with the Haihan people over the years, and is learning "advanced experience" from Haihan in all aspects. In terms of diplomacy, she is also trying to gradually become independent from the Ming Dynasty and establish diplomatic relations with other countries on her own. Several people who have close contacts with Haihan

The country has basically established contact with Fujian officials. However, among the official officials from other countries other than overseas who have visited Fujian, the highest-ranking official is actually the crown prince of Joseon, Li Bo. So in Xu Xinsu’s view, this can

It is said to be a new breakthrough for our country in the field of diplomacy, and we must work hard to achieve it.

Xu Xinsu hosted a banquet to entertain Li Bo and his entourage. In such a chatty occasion, some sensitive topics would naturally not be discussed. Everyone only talked about some superficial remarks to test each other's attitudes. The real talks should be left until later.

Conducted in a private environment.

What made Li Mu feel slightly relaxed was that Xu Xinsu's arrangements at the banquet were much more relaxed than those on Zhoushan Island. There was no scary scene of local officials lining up to toast him. However, Xu Xinsu also had a very considerate arrangement that won Li Mu over.

Li Ming, who had been away from home for almost half a month, was greatly moved by the fact that he found a Korean cook from somewhere and prepared some authentic Korean-style dishes.

During the meeting, Xu Xinsu also explained to Li Bo the arrangements for the North Korean mission. In addition to the formal talks between the two parties, he also planned to arrange for them to visit the trade market in Zhangzhou and Zhongzuosuo City located offshore to watch the local garrison drill tactics.

.If Li Bo is not in a hurry to go south, he can spend some time sightseeing near Zhangzhou, and the two sides can slowly discuss some topics of common interest - such as future cooperation in military trade and other fields.

Li Pu had no objection to Xu Xinsu's arrangement, but his own schedule did not allow him to stay in Zhangzhou for too long, because Haihan would also arrange for him to go to Penghu and Taiwan Island to visit the local development status, and it would be too much to delay here.

Soon it will affect the rest of the trip.

However, Li Bo was still looking forward to visiting the combat drills of the Fujian Ming Army. When he dealt with Xu Yuzhuo, they were in Seoul. Later, when he visited the Datong River base, he had no contact with the Fujian Ming Army. He only knew about the Fujian Ming Army.

The Ming Army's naval force played a very critical role in the early battles, delaying the Qing Army's offensive rhythm. As for how strong this force was said to be established and trained with the help of Haihan, he was also full of it.

Curiosity.

"There is no need for sightseeing. I still have a lot of official arrangements for this trip. I hope Mr. Xu can forgive me." Li Bo finally declined the less important part of the itinerary arranged by Xu Xinsu.

Xu Xinsu was not unhappy about this. He originally had no intention of getting the Joseon Crown Prince to agree to this itinerary. It was the first time for both parties to meet, and it was unlikely that they would become fat in one sitting. As long as Li Bo did not completely reject it, then

It means that this prince is relatively easy to deal with, and he can be given the right medicine to suit his needs in the future.

Xu Xinsu was originally a businessman and was good at understanding people's hearts. Later, he joined the army for self-protection. Over the years, he gained many decisive and decisive qualities. His sophisticated thinking was far beyond the comparison of a newcomer like Li Bo. Li Bo's simple response, in

Xu Xinsu has already analyzed a lot of things here.

First of all, the crown prince of Joseon had his own understanding of this mission abroad. He did not regard it as a sightseeing trip, but perhaps as a manifestation of responsibility. And he did not refuse.

From several other itineraries, it can be seen that he is still very interested in the development of Fujian. Xu Xinsu previously received news that the Joseon Crown Prince had personally visited the Datong River base after the war and observed the live-fire drills of the Haihan Army.

, he believed that Li Bo had a special interest in military affairs, so he planned to arrange an exercise according to the plan. This approach seemed to be the right one.

After Xu Yuzhuo returned from North Korea, Xu Xinsu had listened to his detailed report on the situation in North Korea. Although Xu Yuzhuo's understanding of the situation may be one-sided, it also provided a lot of valuable information. For example, North Korea's current military strength is definitely far away

On our own side, there was still a gap between the Annan Army and the Annan Army, so they worked hard after the war and wanted to improve the strength of their own army by sending military student students to learn advanced military theories from Haihan.

Xu Xinsu believes that it is very necessary to establish a strong image for North Koreans when they have not yet figured out the international situation and the comparison of military power between countries. Haihan has already completed this task, and he can also borrow Li

I will try my best to do this when I have the opportunity to visit Fujian.

The Fujian Ming Army was one of the strongest among Haihan's allies, and it even imitated Haihan's military system more thoroughly than Annan. Also being an existence that was not short of money, the troops under Xu Xinsu even received military pay and pensions.

The gold standards are all set according to Haihan. The investment in personnel costs alone is at least three or four times that of ordinary Ming army troops outside Fujian. It is not an exaggeration to say that the combat effectiveness of real gold and silver is piled up.

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With North Korea's current national strength, Xu Xinsu can be very sure that they will not be able to train an army with the same combat power as the Fujian Ming Army in the foreseeable future. The reason is very simple. The North Koreans do not have enough financial resources to support such a large force.

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Since the Koreans cannot do this, it is very feasible for the Fujian Ming Army to build itself into a strong image and even become one of the role models for the Koreans. After all, the strength of the Haihan Army is recognized as unmatched by others.

No matter how hard people try, they can only imitate, but if the role model is the Fujian Ming Army, and everyone is imitating the Haihan Army, then it seems that the Fujian Ming Army can still give people hope of catching up.

Xu Xinsu wanted to let Li Bo have this kind of closeness, so as to have more positive impact on the diplomatic relations between the two sides. Although North Korea is currently a poor country, it is still a fairly small country. Since Haihan is optimistic about the relationship with it,

With the prospect of trade, Xu Xinsu will naturally not let go of this goal.

After the reception banquet, Li Bo and his entourage were still transported to their residence by a carriage convoy arranged by Xu Xinsu. In order to welcome this North Korean delegation, the most luxurious inn in Zhangzhou City had vacated three courtyards specifically to accommodate them.

Of course, the backstage owner of this inn is also named Xu, and it is considered one of Xu’s family businesses.

In order to ensure the safety of the North Korean mission during their stay in Zhangzhou and avoid the assassination incident that occurred when the Haihan mission visited that year, Xu Xinsu specially transferred half of his security forces to be responsible for the security of the mission. So when Li Bo and his party arrived

When I arrived at the station, I was not surprised to find that this place had already been included in the warning zone, and all the idlers were kept away from the outside.
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