Chapter 864, Key Meeting

On February 7th, the first National Congress, which was held for six consecutive days, finally ushered in the most critical agenda. Although these two days were late spring cold weather, this still could not stop the enthusiasm of the people of the whole country. Even if the results of the meeting were already known in everyone's eyes, they still had to support this solemn and serious scene with a pious heart. It has to be said that Wu Shaoting has gathered unshakable popularity in the Republic of China, and this popularity is rapidly developing towards the level of fanatical worship.

In the early morning, Nanjing Jiangcheng was shrouded in a mist and drizzled. However, the people in Nanjing still got up early and ran to the streets to wait for the future president to pass by. Even if the rain was extremely cold, it could not extinguish their excitement.

Today's "Republic of China Times" was published earlier than in the past. The newspapers and distribution stations almost did not rest overnight. They printed the shares of Nanjing at three o'clock in the morning. An hour later, they immediately distributed them to various distribution stations. The transporters sent the newspapers to newsstands, bookstores, government agencies, etc. Some retail vendors came to collect them in person.

When the people who were waking up early to care about the National Assembly came out, they just bought a copy of the latest "Republic of China Times" and read the current affairs section to analyze the news about the National Assembly. Starting from February 1, the identity of scholars in Nanjing City has suddenly increased a lot. People who illiterate bought newspapers and hurriedly found people who literate in neighbors to read it out. Especially this morning, under the eaves on the roadside, you can see groups of five or six people gathered everywhere, and they are listening to the newspapers around those who can literate.

"According to the current statistics of the provincial advisory council, the number of people supporting Wu Zhuo Zheng as the first president of the Republic of China is far ahead. The official election of the president of the Republic of China will begin at 10 o'clock this morning."

"Wu's rule is not without competitors. In the nomination of Congress in January, the presidential election included General Cai E, General Feng Guozhang, Beiyang veteran Xu Shichang, Progressive Party leader and Prime Minister Liang Qichao."

"Zhu Zhixin, President of Nanjing University of Political Science and Economics, commented that this election is an extraordinary period and an extremely special national election after the Beiyang government. The elected leader of the Republic of China will surely shoulder the important task of the current domestic and international crisis."

While listening to the comments in the newspaper, people felt that only Wu Shaoting could lead the freshman Republic of China out of the current domestic and foreign dilemma.

At eight o'clock, several cars were driven out in the Nanjing Presidential Palace. After eight o'clock, Wu Shaoting's convoy drove out slowly. A large number of people gathered around Guanghui Avenue. People waved flowers, colorful flags and slogans to warmly welcome the convoy towards Yuhuatai.

"Wu Zhizheng is out, come out!"

"Wu Zheng will win the general election, and we all support Wu Zheng!"

"Yes, yes, Wu Zhizheng elected the president, teach the young devils a lesson, and don't bow to foreigners."

A burst of shouts broke out in the crowd, and each shout was filled with a patriotic mind. In this era of rule of man, only by supporting the right leaders can we see hope for the future.

Inside the car, Wu Shaoting lifted the curtain and looked out, with a look of gratitude on his face, which was a situation he had only gained after putting great effort into. Since the founding of the Republic of China, the people at the grassroots level have not understood the truth and will only obey the propaganda and foster momentum of some so-called "revolutionary orator" and gradually question the national leaders. He finally solved the problem left by the Beiyang government period, and at least created a national atmosphere that was consistent.

Deng Keng sighed: "Tingshuai, there is no suspense in this election. Even if you don't have to go through this situation, you are sure to win. It seems that after the election, Tingshuai's next plan should not have too many obstacles. The people have a hundred hearts and a thousand hearts in your trust."

Wu Shaoting shook his head slightly, his face gradually became serious, and said, "It's hard to say now. What I worry most is that those ambition forces will incite afterwards. The next plan is to take risks after all. The key is to control the later public opinion, and we must not give the ambitious people room to take advantage of the situation!"

Deng Keng said solemnly: "Don't worry, Minister Zou has been busy with this matter these days. He has contacted many famous people in society. After the election, the "Republic of China Evening News" immediately published their sensational article. Even Cai Zhongshen, Yan Jidao, and Zhang Taiyan have expressed their full support for Ting Shuai."

Wu Shaoting's face looked a little better. Zou Lu actually pulled the most tricky Zhang Taiyan over. This was definitely a heavy public opinion offensive. He then asked again: "How is the arrangements made by the National Congress?"

He has been busy with the diplomacy between Germany and the United States these days, and all the arrangements at the venue were left to Duncan to follow.

Deng Keng smiled and said, "There is no problem at all. At that time, all members of the Beiyang Gong Party Committee support our proposal. Representatives from only six provinces in Guangdong Province, Fujian Province, Guangxi Province, Hunan Province, Jiangsu Province, and Jiangxi Province have also discussed it. Most of the other provinces will only follow the trend, and there is also a network of related relationships between each other, which will definitely be passed at once."

Wu Shaoting finally nodded and said, "It's good!"

After saying that, he fell into silence, his eyes were full of perseverance and sharpness. Even he himself did not expect that he would eventually become an absolute ruler, and he would not hesitate to implement the imperialist head system in advance.

When the convoy approached Yuhuatai, he suddenly asked again: "Didn't there be any response in Lanzhou?"

Deng Keng knew that Wu Shaoting was asking Cai E's attitude, so he sighed and said, "General Songpo himself did not respond, but General Wei just sent a telegram yesterday saying that General Songpo has not been abnormal during this period. Except for normal official hours, he will not receive any guests in his spare time. General Wei also said that maybe this is General Songpo's attitude."

Keeping a door closed is obviously escaping the incident that is happening in Nanjing, and also telling outsiders that Cai E only does his own duties and ignores other matters. This is the same as when Cai E was in Beijing a few years ago, he was devoted to national defense construction and never interferes with any political issues.

Wu Shaoting sighed slowly and muttered in his heart: He can tolerate Yuan Shikai and must understand my situation. I hope this is really his attitude.

Soon, the convoy stopped in the courtyard of the Capitol. He Shangsheng, Long Yun and other officers in charge of the security of the Capitol came forward to greet him.

It happened to be eight:30, and there is still a quarter of an hour before the opening of today's meeting agenda. However, the first hour after the opening is also a formal content. According to regulations, Wu Shaoting and other candidates will wait in separate lounges during this period. However, because the result of this election is very obvious, Wu Shaoting instructed the conference not to arrange a separate lounge, so that all candidates can be together.

After getting off the bus, Wu Shaoting rushed directly to the lounge nearest the Great Hall. Feng Guozhang, Xu Shichang and Liang Qichao all arrived here early, but Cai E was still far northwest and could not attend the National Assembly. When Wu Shaoting walked into the lounge, he only saw Feng Guozhang and Xu Shichang chatting, while Liang Qichao sat in a faraway place in a muffled voice.

Feng Guozhang and Xu Shichang saw Wu Shaoting coming in, and immediately stood up to greet him with a smile. Liang Qichao on the other side just nodded and signaled. Wu Shaoting knew very well that Liang Qichao was still resentful about Xiong Xiling's affairs and was also worried about the prospects of the Nanjing central government. So after a few greetings with Feng Guozhang and Xu Shichang, he immediately walked to Liang Qichao.

"Mr. Zhuo Ru, I look bad today!" Wu Shaoting said casually, and then sat down in front of Liang Qichao.

"Zhenzhi, what are you going to deal with Xiong Bingsan?" Liang Qichao asked suddenly.

"Mr. Zhuo Ru, I have asked you about this issue when I was in the venue. You told me that this matter cannot be tolerated and traitors, so I will deal with it as much as I should. At present, I will detain Xiong Bingsan and others in the military police prison. After the National Assembly is over, I will deal with it in accordance with the latest laws and regulations." Wu Shaoting said with a high sound.

"I know this fact is too terrible, and it is simply unpredictable. Xiong Bingsan's approach has led to the dilemma of international diplomacy in our Republic of China. I am not only sad about what he has done, but also worried about the current situation in China. But... even so, this cannot be an excuse for you to retaliate!" Liang Qichao stared at Wu Shaoting seriously, and his expression in a daze that had been alone was gone, as if he wanted to make his last effort.

Wu Shaoting looked at Liang Qichao and naturally knew what the other party wanted to say. However, according to Liang Qichao's personality, if he really knew that there was room for maneuver, he would not have waited until the election began to talk to him today. In other words, Liang Qichao was just a hothead now, hoping that some miracles would happen.

He smiled without objection and said deliberately: "Excuses for revenge? Mr. Zhuo Ru, I really don't know what you are talking about. I have told you that I will do things according to the law about Xiong Xiling, how could I have selfish intentions?"

Liang Qichao sighed, since Wu Shaoting was pretending to be garlic in front of him, it was obvious that nothing he said was useless.

At this moment, a secretary of the Capitol came in through the side door and said to everyone in the lounge: "Sir, the conference has officially begun. The election of the *** will be held in about ten minutes. Please rest for a while and wait until the *** is over before reporting."

Feng Guozhang nodded and said, "I understand."
Chapter completed!