Beiyang 1917

Before Wang Geng finished speaking, the French Minister Kant blushed and approached the British Minister Zhu Erdian's ear and whispered a series of French in a low voice, obviously complaining to Wang Geng that he was extorting money and extorting money. Kant suggested that Zhu Erdian take the lead and give up this time. Informal consultations require Duan Qirui's government to change people to talk!

Here, Xia Yiting understood with sharp ears, and leaned over to Wang Geng's ear to translate, with a look of worry on his face, obviously worried that tonight's negotiation would break up badly, and it would be difficult for him to explain himself in front of the old Duan .Besides, the cabinet did not hold a meeting to say that it would raise the negotiation price. Maybe it was Wang Geng's bluff to blackmail others?

Wang Geng waved his hand and said in a low voice, "Don't worry, deputy chief, it's the British and French who are begging us now, not us begging him, let's see how I can fool them!"

"Supervisor Wang, the conditions you mentioned have changed too much from the conditions proposed by your government last time. It is difficult for us to give you a letter of approval now. Of course, the matter is not negotiable, but your asking price is indeed a bit high!" England Minister Zhu Erdian frowned and turned his gaze to American Minister Rui Enshi on the other side.

"China's timely participation in the war is crucial support for the Allies and the United States. This is the consensus of everyone. The most important thing at present is how to end this war as soon as possible. History is written by the victors. I hope everyone You can notice this!" The American envoy said slowly, taking a sip of his cigar.

Since the United States is already fully committed to this war, the participation of China, which has a population of [-] million and vast land resources, is an inevitable goal for the United States. You must know that after the United States entered the war in the previous life, the first batch of expeditionary forces actually had to draw lots It can be seen that not every American can understand the historical value and significance of going to the oceans to serve as cannon fodder for the Allied Powers.

"China is still so backward and civilized, with almost no industrial foundation. Even if it really declares its participation in the war, it may play a limited role. Supervisor Wang, it may not be a wise move to raise the negotiation price casually!" Japanese Minister Lin Quansuke stood aside Fan the flames.

"Minister Lin, since we sat down to discuss, I hope that everyone can be open and honest. Gossip is a waste of everyone's time. If I have the time, I won't go down to dance with beautiful women?" Wang Geng said back!

Seeing the stalemate between the two sides, Zhu Erdian sighed and interceded,

"Supervisor Wang, we can neither agree to the conditions you mentioned, nor can we start bargaining on them, but we can continue this topic after discussing and coordinating positions behind closed doors! Why don't we first talk about the recruitment of labor by Britain and France in China? ?”

"Until all countries fail to reach a unified position on the conditions proposed by China for participating in the war, and formally exchange documents for confirmation, both the recruitment of labor and the formation of participating troops will be suspended!"

Wang Geng answered calmly, not paying attention to the fact that the other party put aside the question.Nima, I can't tell you even if I'm in a hurry, anyway, it's you who are begging for help!

Wang Geng's tough attitude made the ministers of the four countries present look at each other in blank dismay. Obviously, the informal consultation among the five countries tonight could not go on. Zhu Erdian was a little embarrassed for a while. The first thing that could not be delayed was Britain and France, the two allied countries that were deeply mired in the European war. The second is the United States and Japan, the two countries that want to take advantage of the fire to reap benefits, and the last is China.

"Deputy Minister Xia, do the cabinet and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have the same position as Supervisor Wang?" Zhu Erdian wanted to open a gap from Xia Yiting, but it was not his wish to adjourn the meeting.

"Wang Geng is the prime minister's national policy adviser and diplomatic and military secretary, and also supervises the preparations for war participation and negotiations with the United States. I believe he can represent the position of the cabinet and diplomacy!" Under Wang Geng's scrutiny, Xia Yiting really did not dare to let go .

"Mr. Zhu Erdian, even if you don't intend to give substantive support and concessions, we will not stand by and watch the war. As far as I know, there are still debates in Russia about whether to make peace with Germany. Since a powerful country like Russia is Explore the possibility of choosing another path, which means there is more than one path to stop war!"

When Wang Geng said this, the ministers of the four countries present were stunned. How dare this young Chinese diplomat threaten himself with making peace with Germany?This is really beyond everyone's expectations!

"Deputy Chief Xia, if I heard correctly, is your colleague Mr. Wang Geng saying that making peace with Germany is also a direction of China's diplomatic choice?" Zhu Erdian asked in surprise.

Xia Yiting rubbed his hands and sweated his brow, thinking what is going on here, Wang Geng is too good at nonsense, when did the cabinet discuss the peace talks with Germany?

"I believe that Germany and Austria will be happy to exempt Boxer indemnity instead of suspending the 15-year nonsense! If Russia is willing to go hand in hand with Germany, why can't China, Russia's neighbor, consider such an option?" Wang Geng disagreed. Keep talking nonsense!

"Supervisor Wang, I find it hard to believe that the Chinese government will make such an absurd attempt, even if it is just a negotiation strategy, which will cause deep doubts and distrust in the free world. I advise you to think clearly about it. What's going on before you speak!" Japanese Minister Lin Quansu was obviously a little impatient.

China will join hands with Germany and Austria along with Russia. Even if this possibility is just in case, it will pose a huge threat to Japan's interests in the Far East and China. It is simply chilling!Japan won the Sino-Japanese War and the Russo-Japanese War in a row when its weapons and equipment were not as good as the opponent's. It doesn't mean that he thinks he has enough confidence to challenge the polar bear!

In the Russo-Japanese War in 1905, Tsarist Russia only mobilized its military forces in the Far East. Japan had already mobilized the whole country. The battle with Lao Maozi was a disastrous victory. Only half of it was given to Japan, and Russia didn't hurt a single fur!

Japan will vigorously develop its navy and air force in the future, which is closely related to not daring to go north to challenge polar bears. In contrast, during World War II, knowing that going south to the Pacific to challenge Britain and the United States has little chance of winning, they still dare not go north to provoke the nose that has already been beaten by Germany. Polar bears with blue eyes and swollen eyes, the source of fear began in the Russo-Japanese War in 1905. Of course, Nomenkan hit his nose again.

"Minister Lin, if Deao is willing to repay your 500 million yen loan for me, do you think I will refuse them? Do I have to refuse them? After all, it is Japan, not Germany, that currently occupies Shandong Qingdao and Lushun Dalian. ?!"

Wang Geng glanced at the other party coldly, and his words exuded a strong oppressive force.

"Wang Sang! The Great Japanese Empire will never be blackmailed! Xia Yiting, on behalf of the Japanese government, I lodge a solemn protest to your country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs! Protest against Superintendent Wang's slanderous attempts to sow friendship and diplomatic relations between China and Japan!" yelled.

The envoys of the United States, Britain, and France were stunned. I don’t know why Wang Geng and Lin Quanzhu got into such a relationship, but the arrogance in Wang Geng’s tone also made the envoys of the three countries feel angry. French envoy Kant couldn’t help shouting,

"Supervisor Wang, your words and deeds have seriously affected and threatened the friendship between France and China. Any remarks about making peace with Germany are inappropriate provocations!"

"Tmd hypocrisy! I tell the truth and treat each other honestly, but you push me three times and four Tai Chi, and you can't bear it when I say something true. The world is not one pole. The United States is such a developed, advanced, democratic and unified country. In order to participate in the war, the Congress is still arguing, and President Wilson can’t do it his own way! One-tenth of the population of the United States is German! In fact, China is divided and has not yet been substantively unified. It is normal to have different arguments !"

Wang Geng spread his hands and said with a helpless expression.

"Don't be impatient, everyone, Superintendent Wang, can I think that following in the footsteps of the United States and declaring war on Germany will always and will continue to be your government's first choice?" said U.S. Minister Rui Enshi.

"That's right, if China gets the necessary support and rewards from all countries, we will definitely give more than what we get!" Wang Geng nodded, and the American envoy, Paul Reinsch, is obviously a sensible person, knowing when When to sing a red face and when to sing a white face and when to sing a double reed with Zhu Erdian.

"Supervisor Wang, if, I mean, if the four conditions you just put forward are recognized by the governments of various countries, of course on the basis of a formal exchange of letters, then we would like to know whether the Chinese government can immediately announce its participation in the war, whether it will join the war What visible measures will be taken to support the European battlefield in the future!"

U.S. Minister Rui Enshi finally cooperated with Wang Geng to bring the consultation back to the right direction!