1900: A physics genius wandering around Europe

Chapter 196 Brothers talk, future military support
The late Qing Dynasty was a period of extreme change, with countless ideas colliding in the pursuit of China's future.

Without the perspective of later historical experience, it would be difficult for Li Qiwei to tell who was right and who was wrong.

However, he is a soul from the future after all, and he knows that there is only one way for China to rise.

So, he didn't get involved in any arguments because they were all wrong, and he just waited quietly.

As November approached, the domestic situation became increasingly chaotic.

The royalists, constitutionalists, and revolutionaries engaged in a heated debate in the newspapers, arguing for the advantages of their respective propositions.

At the same time, ordinary people in the country don’t care.

Among the various political propositions of the bigwigs, none of them puts the people first or thinks from the perspective of the people.

While they were using lofty theories to analyze domestic problems, countless people were suffering from natural and man-made disasters.

People don’t care about any ideology, they only care about whether they can eat enough today and wear warm clothes tomorrow.

It is precisely this chaotic state that provides many ambitious people with the opportunity to lie dormant.

Maybe they haven't shown their fangs yet, or they haven't transformed to that stage yet.

But they knew that as long as they had soldiers, they would be invincible no matter what happened in the country in the future.

In May 1905, Yuan Shikai's six new Beiyang armies were fully trained, totaling 5 people.

Except for the first town which was controlled by the Qing Dynasty, the other five towns were almost Yuan Shikai's private troops.

All the officers, big and small, were his direct subordinates, and the Qing Dynasty could not command them even if they wanted to.

Li Qiwei's elder brother, Li Bokai, is still the commander of the Fourth Town, which is also the core town of the Six Towns and was trained from a small station.

However, Li Bokai learned of the rift between Li Qiwei and Yuan Shikai, and he no longer had any hope of promotion.

The two brothers had another secret talk after Li Qiwei went to the capital.

Li Qiwei persuaded Li Bokai to leave the Fourth Town before 1911 and go to Southeast Asia for development.

Li Bokai was extremely shocked when he heard this and could not understand it at all.

"Third brother, why is this happening? Do you have any inside information that I don't know?"

Li Qiwei couldn't possibly tell him the truth. He didn't want to see his elder brother fighting with the revolutionaries in the future.

They are the best of the country and prominent men. It is a pity to waste their talents in the power struggle among bigwigs.

So, Li Qiwei gave away all his plans for the City of Science, including the top-secret atomic bomb and aircraft plans.

Li Bokai is his biological elder brother. If all this has to be kept secret, Li Qiwei doesn’t know who he can trust.

In the future, family power will be the core force that he trusts and is most reliable.

"Ah? This, this, Third Brother, you are not kidding me, right?"

"This is incredible."

“Will the future really be like you predict?”

Li Qiwei could only make up a story: "Brother, you know, I am studying in the UK."

"I also know some high-level figures. Through their words, I can infer the evil ambitions of the great powers towards the country."

"In the next few decades, there will definitely be chaos in the world."

“Rather than being affected domestically, it is better to find another way.”

"And in my plan, I need your support in the early stages."

"When I don't have the power to intimidate the whole world, I must at least have the power to protect myself."

"Nanyang is far away from the great powers. They can't send many core troops. As long as we fight guerrilla warfare, the other side will be unable to do anything."

When Li Bokai heard the word "guerrilla warfare", his eyes lit up. He thought the word was very interesting and had rich connotations.

"Hey, I didn't realize that you have grown to this point, Third Brother."

"I've always treated you like a little brat, playing with Zhongxing following behind me."

"What you're planning is truly appalling."

“But I like it very much. It makes my blood boil.”

Li Qiwei also laughed heartily and said, "Brother, the world situation is changing rapidly right now. This is a great opportunity for men like me to make achievements and establish our own careers."

"There is no point in staying in the country except killing each other."

"Do you know how many revolutionaries have come to see me during this period?"

"I don't want to see you encounter them in the future."

"We are all doing this for this country. There is no need to resort to close combat."

Li Bokai expressed his deep agreement. In fact, a similar situation has occurred in the new army recently.

He knew at a glance what the society and the ideology represented.

Li Bokai himself sympathized with the revolutionary party, and he had no sense of belonging to the Qing Dynasty.

It was just that Yuan Shikai had been kind to him in the past.

And now, because of Li Qiwei, this kind of favor no longer needs to be considered.

It’s better to follow my third brother.

However, he was still a little confused.

"Third brother, isn't the weapon you mentioned a bit too exaggerated?"

"One shot and half the city is gone?"

"Even the immortals in mythological novels don't have this ability."

"The wall of the capital city is more than 10 meters high and more than meters thick. No cannon can penetrate it."

"I can't imagine a scenario where half of the capital city could be destroyed by a single cannon."

Li Qiwei knew that in the minds of today's people, something like the atomic bomb was no different from a fairy tale.

No matter how he explains, no one will believe it unless they see it with their own eyes.

"Brother, you know I am a physicist in the West."

“I have this confidence because my research results have proven it.”

"Of course, this is top secret, I will definitely not reveal it." "So, in the early stage, I don't need many soldiers for protection, maybe a thousand people will be enough."

"To the outside world, I will not show my ambition to dominate the world, and those big countries will not care about the power of a few thousand people."

“This is my chance.”

"Give me enough time to accumulate strength."

Then, Li Qiwei explained why he vigorously promoted education.

After hearing this, Li Bokai looked as if he had seen a ghost and stared at Li Qiwei.

“Third brother, is this you?”

"Are you possessed by some great god?"

It's no wonder that he was surprised. Such a huge and meticulous plan was actually the work of a young man in his twenties.

Moreover, this young man is his biological brother, whom he has watched grow up.

He doesn't look like a hero who can conquer the world.

Is studying in Europe really such a training experience?

Li Qiwei was shocked. He could fool others, but it was difficult to fool his relatives.

Because it's so familiar.

People don't change overnight, but rather gradually.

"Brother, don't think too much. It's just that I've been self-reliant in the UK for six years and have figured out a lot of things."

“People need independence, and so do countries.”

"Independence requires a skill to earn money to support oneself and one's family."

"The country's independence requires countless skills, and each of us must use our talents."

“That’s why I changed my mind.”

"I have been subjected to countless cold stares and ridicules abroad, which have tempered my heart and made me firm."

Then, Li Qiwei told what he had just experienced in the UK.

Li Bokai felt very distressed when he heard this.

No wonder this younger brother has changed so much.

Studying alone in a foreign country, being bullied by foreigners, and having no parents or brothers to rely on, I could only endure it silently.

Not to mention a child, even an adult would find it unbearable.

And his third brother not only survived, but also made a great name for himself.

He patted Li Qiwei's shoulder heavily and said proudly: "Don't worry, third brother, I'll be waiting for your news at any time."

"If I leave the Fourth Town, there should be a dozen brothers who will follow me."

"I am confident that with them as my team, I can build an iron wall for you."

Li Qiwei was overjoyed. These were veterans who had received new-style military education and were experienced enough to deal with various complex situations in Southeast Asia.

"Brother, don't worry."

"When the Science City is established, you will be responsible for its defense, I will be responsible for scientific research and development, and my second brother will be responsible for management."

"The three of us brothers will definitely create a great career!"

Li Bokai laughed and said, "Haha, if your second brother knew this news, he would be so happy that he would not be able to sleep. He is a government official fanatic."

"By the way, haven't you told your parents yet?"

Li Qiwei shook his head, "I'm just telling you for now."

"I plan to go to the UK in three years to solve the land problem."

"Before I leave, let me talk to them again. I don't want to worry the old man."

Li Bokai nodded. He could understand Li Qiwei's approach. After all, although this matter sounded exciting, it was also somewhat dangerous.

If things go wrong, there will be no recovery.

With the Li family's background, they can only succeed and not fail.

If Li Qiwei had not been so meticulous, cautious and foolproof in his work, Li Bokai would not have believed him and would have persuaded his brother to give up his fantasy.

In this era, all passionate young people want to achieve great things.

Today, the world situation is turbulent and unpredictable, and a storm is about to come.

Li Bokai also didn't want to live an ordinary life.

A small captain may be out of reach in the eyes of ordinary people, but in the eyes of big shots, he is no different from a blade of grass on the roadside.

He is also ambitious.

And Li Qiwei's incredible plan gave him hope.

It's always better to hang out with your own brother than with outsiders.

Li Bokai also wanted to see the scenery from a higher place.

Therefore, after returning to the Fourth Town, he worked even harder. After training every day, he would summarize his experience. In his spare time, he would read related books such as the Art of War.

Seeing how hard Li Bokai worked, his boss could only sigh with regret.

If the Marshal is not happy, no matter how hard you try, it will be in vain. It's a pity to waste such a good talent.

Li Qiwei was sitting in his office, drawing a plan for the City of Science.

Industrial areas, university areas, research institutes, restricted areas, etc.

Having been a PhD in physics in his previous life, he knew nothing about urban planning.

However, he can ask professionals to help him.

As for the core content, he needs to determine it himself.

Now the site, preliminary military support, related industry companies, and R&D personnel have all started to start.

The rest is just a matter of gradual development.

Li Qiwei is full of passion!
(End of this chapter)