Opening game, American Tycoon

Chapter 258 The Threat From Britain (Second Update, Please Subscribe)
In the era of the weak and the strong, they either jumped onto the stage as wolves, tigers and leopards to bite their prey, or let others prey on the meat on the board.

And if you want to become a jackal, you must have a strong military strength.

What is the order of rich countries and strong soldiers?
It is necessary not only to enrich the country, but also to strengthen the army.A rich country is the material basis for a strong army, and it is also the industrial base for a strong army. Both are indispensable.

After April 1866, Nanhua Bay was no longer as lively as it used to be, with the opening of the Pacific Railway.The immigrant ship then diverted to the Pacific route.But even so, merchant ships from various countries are still moored in Nanhua Bay. In the past few years, with the industrial development of Nanhua, especially the export of industrial products such as cotton textiles, Nanhua has become a well-known port in South America. Nanhua It began to enter a stage of unprecedented prosperity.

The unprecedented prosperity of Nanhua has brought this city onto the world stage. Once upon a time, it was just the headquarters of a colonial company, closed to the outside world, and even unknown, but now it is the same as Buenos Aires , is called "Paris of South America" ​​by many foreigners.

Of course, if Paris had electric lights.

In fact, there will be electric lights in Paris. A few months ago, when news of the invention of electric lights passed through newspapers and caused a sensation in Europe, French Emperor Napoleon III appointed the Paris city government to purchase electric lights to illuminate the Royal Palace and Champs-Élysées Avenue.

For fashionable gadgets, Emperor Napoleon III was never far behind. Although the electric light was not invented by the French, he did not mind that Paris became the first capital in Europe to install electric lights. Of course, his palace would also install them. electric light.It is also this contract that made Nanhua, which was not familiar to people, famous in the world, but that's it.

In fact, before that, the British had sent their diplomats to Nanhua.But that diplomat was actually just a counselor sent from Buenos Aires, and if something major happened, the ambassador was still needed.

Just like now, Edward Thornton, an old friend of the Nanhua people, came to Nanhua and sat in front of Zhu Xianhai.

"You must withdraw your troops!"

Edward Thornton said lightly.

"Withdraw?"

Zhu Xianhai asked.

"London's request is not just that!"

"There is also the release of all Chilean officials and politicians, including President Perez, and those who have been arrested by you. Ambassador Duque in Santiago noticed that after you occupied Santiago, thousands of Chileans Celebrities have disappeared, and you are still arresting a large number of local elites, including many businessmen, Mr. Zhu, I need to remind you that Chile is a civilized country, and you must deal with it in a civilized way question!"

When it came to civilization again, what Edward Thornton said made Zhu Xianhai's teeth ache. These white people, why are they so shameless?When you Brits arrested, shot and hanged those Indian rebels in India a few years ago, you didn't say anything civilized.

And shoot!

Isn't that what you Brits often do in India, and now the ones here are pretending to be gentlemen!

However, Zhu Xianhai didn't want to argue with the other party, but said it directly.

"Your Excellency, it is impossible to withdraw troops. The garrison in Chile is a treaty between us and the Interim Government of the South. As for Perez and others, I'm sorry, this is Chile's internal affairs, and we will not interfere in other countries' internal affairs. Even if the Provisional Government is our friend!"

The light answer seemed not to emphasize too much, but it also made Edward Thornton feel the firmness of the other party's attitude.

It is impossible for them to withdraw their troops!
This is also understandable, no one will spit out the meat in their mouths unless...someone forces them to spit it out.

"Mr. Zhu, you have to understand that London will never accept changes in the territory of South American countries, and I mean changes to any extent!"

Although Edward Thornton's voice was not high, it was no different from ordinary chatting, but anyone could hear his domineering meaning.

What must be withdrawn and what should not be changed?

This kind of high-handed attitude is simply... the biggest characteristic of British diplomats in this era. Their bossy attitude is entirely based on the strength of the country behind them. Since the defeat of Napoleon and the Industrial Revolution, Britain has been like this The most powerful country in the era. After entering the Victorian era, Britain entered its heyday. In its heyday, Britain could easily send expeditionary troops tens of thousands of miles away to easily defeat the former "European Gendarmerie" and make Russia hate Crimea. However, the arrogance and arrogance of the British are entirely based on their strength.

This is why Edward Thornton is so direct.

Strength, in the exchanges between countries, strength has always been the first, as for the others?
Is it important?
"Of course, we also hold the same attitude. Not only Chile, I think the territorial integrity of other countries should also be respected. What do you think? Mr. Ambassador."

Zhu Xianhai looked at Edward Thornton and said with a smile.

Who are the other countries he is talking about?
Still need to ask?

It must be Paraguay. Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay have all drawn the map of Paraguay in private!
If you don’t accept changes, you’re simply farting. Didn’t you single-handedly bring about the Paraguay War? There was also the subsequent South American Pacific War. The territory of that time did not change.

What is it that the shit-stirring Britain doesn't accept?
It is a change that is not in the interests of the United Kingdom!If it is in their interests, he will stand aside without others doing it.

The shit-stirring stick of Britain is an old double standard.

"Of course!"

replied Edward Thornton.

"London has always respected the territorial integrity of South American countries. Similarly, London also cherishes its relations with South American countries, especially the peace issue in this region. If you refuse to withdraw your troops, then..."

After a pause, Edward Thornton said helplessly.

"Then there's a good chance that London will make some decisions against its will," he said.

A decision against your will?
Edward Thornton's words made Zhu Xianhai frowned slightly, staring at the other party, a thought secretly surfaced in his heart.

You don't want to roll up your sleeves and play in person so early!

Just a chile, worth the Brit himself?But what was his decision referring to?

Frowning tightly, Zhu Xianhai said in a deep voice.

"Can I interpret the words of the ambassador as a threat?"

(End of this chapter)