My father is Yongzheng, and I am Qianlong?

Chapter 257 Hongli loses his temper, and his father-in-law kneels down!
The "Young Master Long" mentioned by Li Yu is Yue Xing'a, the eldest son of Longkodo.

Yue Xing'a's sudden act of stabbing his own father in the back at this time was undoubtedly inappropriate and contrary to the current national interests.

of course!

Hongli knew that at present, many bureaucrats lacked the awareness of "putting national interests first".

Because Hongli had the authority to directly access the Hall of Mental Cultivation, he did not need to present a token; he could simply wait for someone to announce his arrival before he arrived at the Hall of Mental Cultivation.

But as soon as he arrived at the Hall of Mental Cultivation, he saw the thirteenth prince.

"Greetings to Uncle Thirteen!"

After Hongli finished bowing, the thirteenth prince raised his hand to help him up and asked, "Did you come here about Longkodo?"

Hongli nodded: "Everything has gone as Uncle Thirteen predicted."

“Your Khan asked me to deliver an oral message to you. If it’s about this matter, then you don’t need to see him.”

The thirteenth prince replied.

Hongli was quite disappointed.

At this moment, the thirteenth prince, Yunxiang, laughed and said, "Hongli, don't think that just because the 'Capital News' has made many people aware of the basic fact that the Russian Kingdom dares not launch a large-scale military campaign and also knows the importance of the Beihai area, it will make everyone from top to bottom willing to support a hardline stance against the Russian Kingdom."

"Many people only care about the eighteen provinces of Han China. Let alone Beihai, even their hometown outside the Great Wall can be abandoned."

"Fourth Brother asked the ministers to review Celing's proposal in order to calm the anxieties of many princes and ministers, both inside and outside the country, who were anxious because the border was still undetermined."

"Let them think that Fourth Brother is hesitant and will not act rashly, so that after digging up Longkodo's crimes, they will not dig up Yunli's, or even your, Prince Bao's, mistakes."

"Fourth Brother is protecting your Seventeenth Uncle, and protecting you too!"

"Many princes and ministers of our Great Qing Dynasty are not afraid of the loss of national prestige, nor are they afraid of the shrinking of territory; they are only afraid of not being able to live a peaceful life."

Yunxiang patted Hongli on the shoulder as he finished speaking.

Hongli nodded.

He understood that Yongzheng had sent the thirteenth prince to see him because he didn't want the future emperor to be disappointed in Yongzheng, and he didn't want the thirteenth prince to hold a grudge against him. That's why he sent the thirteenth prince to comfort him.

After all, Yongzheng cared a lot about what others thought, and he also cared a lot about his thirteenth son.

He didn't want Hongli to be dissatisfied with him, especially with the thirteenth prince.

But at this moment, Hongli directly asked the thirteenth prince, "Then, thirteenth uncle, when will the Council of Princes and Ministers convene?"

The thirteenth prince said, "I have already submitted a memorial requesting that your uncle come to the capital before convening a meeting of the council of princes and ministers. Fourth brother has already granted permission for your uncle to come to the capital."

“If we really have to give up the land, then the only one who will be held responsible is your uncle! After all, he is both the son-in-law of the Qing Dynasty and the Taiji of the Khalkha Mongols.”

The thirteenth prince replied.

Hongli had some understanding of Celing.

After all, Celing had a very impressive military record in the Qing Dynasty, but in diplomacy, he was just as incompetent as Huang Wei in military affairs!

Therefore, some people describe him as a first-rate general but a poor diplomat.

He had already conducted a detailed investigation into his uncle, who held a pivotal position in northern Mongolia, and had also placed spies around him.

He knew that to avoid being taken advantage of in this border negotiation, he couldn't ignore his uncle and the Mongol princes behind him.

September 1st, the fifth year of the Yongzheng Emperor's reign.

After arriving in Beijing, Celing was first invited by Hongxi from Zhengjiazhuang outside the city under the pretext of entertaining his uncle.

As soon as Hongxi saw Celing, he told him about recent events: "Now, even the eldest son of Longkodo has come out to expose him, which shows that many princes and ministers in the court also support my uncle replacing Longkodo and settling the border as soon as possible."

Celing nodded: "Indeed, with the eighteen provinces of Han territory, no one cares about the barren lands beyond the pass. We, the Khalkha Jasaks, do not want to allow the Russian Kingdom to harass our Mongol territory just to gain some useless land."

“Uncle is right, I can understand. If we really follow Longkodo’s request to demarcate the border, then we don’t know how many more strong and brave Khalkha Mongols will have to be conscripted to guard the border, making the lives of the Jasaks of the Khalkha Mongol banners even more difficult.”

"But Hongli hasn't realized that yet!"

Hongxi then spoke up.

After hearing this, Celing frowned and asked, "What does this have to do with Hongli?" "Uncle should know that he has been managing the Court of Colonial Affairs, and as a prince, the Court of Colonial Affairs naturally obeys his will."

"But he was young and impetuous and refused to give up the ground. He supported Longkodo from behind, which is why Longkodo was so fearless in front of the Russians."

"However, the Emperor is now dissatisfied with his performance in the Court of Colonial Affairs and probably has some doubts about his ability to handle practical affairs, but he is not entirely sure yet."

"Therefore, after you go to the capital, Uncle, you don't need to worry about Hongli's feelings. You should frankly point out his problems."

"Firstly, as the son-in-law and Khalkha Taiji, the Khan will value your opinion highly;"

"Secondly, it will also make the Emperor Father determined to replace Longkodo, and force Hongli to also decide to abandon the idea of ​​protecting Longkodo because of your opinion."

Hongxi said.

After hearing this, Celing frowned and said, "I just don't know if Hongli can understand my good intentions."

"Don't worry, he'll understand!"

“Firstly, you can explain to him personally that it is for his own good; he cannot ignore whether or not you Mongolians in the northern desert support him.”

"Secondly, I will also speak well of you in front of Hongli. You know about my relationship with Hongli; we had a very good working relationship when Khanmafa was in power."

Hongxi said with a smile.

Celing nodded after hearing this.

Not long after, Celing entered the capital and arrived at the inner office of the Court of Colonial Affairs.

This was the residence of Mongolian princes after they entered Beijing.

After arriving at the inner palace, Celing instructed his men, "There's no need to send the gifts prepared for the Fourth Prince!"

"Whoo!"

Hongli soon learned about Ce Ling's trip to the capital and that Ce Ling had not given him any gifts.

"This servant has inquired and found that Prince Guo received gifts in the Court of Colonial Affairs, and even Minister Tegute received gifts from the Prince Consort. Although they were just some fine horses and top-quality furs, none of them were sent to our Prince's residence."

Yu Zhu then looked at Hongli and said, "Fourth Prince, the Prince Consort is expressing his dissatisfaction with you!"

"I know!"

Hongli replied.

Then, Hongli coldly said, "It's not just dissatisfaction, it's also a denial of my governing ability in the Court of Colonial Affairs and my current position among the princes, indicating that I am not yet qualified to have the support of the Mongol princes in the northern desert!"

Hongli then accompanied Yunli to the inner quarters of the Court of Colonial Affairs to visit Celeng and the officials of the Court of Colonial Affairs.

After meeting Hongli and Yunli, Celing first greeted Yunli and Tegut before approaching Hongli. He remained silent for a moment before sitting back down, saying, "Fourth Prince, please sit down!"

Hongli was therefore in a very awkward position.

Although Celing was his uncle, he should not have failed to pay the highest respects to this prince.

Hongli asked in a cold voice, "What does Uncle mean by this?"

"Fourth Prince, please do not blame me for my lack of courtesy. It is simply because we Mongolians in the northern deserts only wish to submit to a truly virtuous and capable ruler!"

Ce Leng replied.

Yunli's expression changed at this moment.

"Does Uncle think that the Emperor is also an incompetent and immoral ruler?"

"You show respect to Hongli because you are loyal to the Emperor of the Great Qing Dynasty, not because you have any doubts about my talent and virtue and therefore disregard etiquette!"

Hongli said very seriously.

Upon hearing this, Celing was stunned and lost most of his courage. He immediately stood up and knelt before Hongli: "This servant, Uncle, begs for forgiveness from Fourth Master!"

"Humph!"

(End of this chapter)