mixed in the war

Chapter 542 An Uneasy Ally

Roosevelt and Churchill didn't know the famous saying: Don't be afraid of opponents like gods, but teammates like pigs.But if they knew, they would definitely add another sentence to this famous saying: teammates who are like pigs are terrible, but teammates who are too smart are sometimes a big problem.Because what they are facing now is the "teammates" who have shown some cleverness.

We are allies, so naturally we can't be too stingy.Japan's little bit of industrial Britain doesn't like it, and the United States doesn't like it even more, so China wants... what can they say?Can't you say no?Are you all allies?You don't want it, why don't you want to give it to us?From this, we can also see how appropriate the Chinese government's choice of this timing is: Britain and the United States cannot offend China too much now.Needless to say, the United States has just rescued [-] American soldiers from the Philippines and an American general by the way. The United States must return this favor; If Te is not cruel enough, it is not just talking.If Churchill dared to oppose or refuse to hand over Japanese industry to China, then maybe Hitler would think of bombing London and even the whole of Great Britain with napalm tomorrow.Churchill believed that the Chinese could definitely do such a thing, because in Asia, China did not need Britain. On the contrary, the scope of British interests in Southeast Asia also hindered China's advancement to Southeast Asia.Therefore, as long as the Americans will not sever their alliance with China because of this, China does not need to be taboo too much.Obviously, even if China and the United Kingdom become hostile countries, as long as China does not oppose the United States, the US government will not turn against China.Because that is tantamount to cheap Japan.

Therefore, the timing chosen by the Chinese government to put forward the conditions is simply too extreme.Neither the United Kingdom nor the United States has any sufficient reason to object, let alone speak out, and cannot resort to any means behind the scenes.But once Britain and the United States let go, the Chinese will definitely take advantage of the victory to pursue.Put it all on paper.At that time, even if Britain and the United States want to go back on their word in the future, it will be difficult to handle.

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"We haven't defeated the Axis yet, isn't it too early to start distributing the final fruits of victory?"

The Chinese cannot get what they want.In the long run, once this country acquires the Japanese industrial base and develops, it will be far more threatening than Japan.After Winking with Roosevelt, Churchill began to change the subject... Since you can't refuse on the spot, and you can't agree, then delay!This is the method that any government official in any country can use, and it is also the best method.It's a pity that his move came from the national government.Song Ziwen and Yan Huiqing, who also know more about the magical effect of "delaying **", do not work:

"For any cooperation, it is best to set the conditions at the beginning. This can also save us a lot of trouble later, and it can also make us more powerful and motivated... We believe that Britain and the United States hope to see a struggle to resist Japan. China, isn't it?"

"Shouldn't the Chinese government fight against Japan?" Churchill looked at the two with a smile, "China has been swallowed up by Japan for most of its territory."

"That's why we need sufficient compensation!" Yan Huiqing confronted. "We must obtain the Japanese industry!"

"...for China, Japan's industry is too large. You can't digest it." Churchill insisted.

"That is to say. The British government does not agree to our request?" Yan Huiqing looked directly at the British Prime Minister and asked in a deep voice.

"I don't think that's what Prime Minister Churchill meant," although that's what he meant.Roosevelt hurried to the side to help ease the atmosphere. Yan Huiqing's expression that China dared to retaliate as long as Churchill dared to nod made him very nervous... The Allies, the Allies, the alliance has not yet been formally formed.Actually, there was almost a rebellion in the nest. It can be imagined that the life of this ally will definitely not be easy in the future.

"Japan also violated the interests of the British Empire, so after consideration, I think we also need compensation from Japan." Although there was no exchange of messages in the eyes, Churchill still received the signal from Roosevelt. The American president does not want him to over-stimulate the Chinese at this time... In this case, he can only take a more tactful way to stop China, and after glancing at Roosevelt, he intends to pull the United States together: "Of course, I believe The United States also needs compensation from the Japanese. But apart from their not-so-powerful industry, Japan must have nothing that we can look up to."

"We have no objection to this. The aggressor must pay the price, and the party that has been invaded should also be compensated accordingly, regardless of whether they really need it or not." Song Ziwen nodded.

"I agree with Mr. Song's words very much." Churchill laughed dryly twice, and continued to look at Song Ziwen and the two with vigilance... If Britain and the United States also want to intervene in the division of Japanese industries, China may not even get one-third of it. less than.But everyone knows that Britain and the United States do not actually need Japan's little wealth.Song Ziwen and Song Ziwen were very shrewd, it is impossible not to understand his plan.And as expected, Song Ziwen smiled slightly at him:

"But in good faith we want a treaty."

"Treaty?" Churchill was stunned for a moment, "Is it a treaty for the distribution of Japanese industry after the war?"

"Of course there must be content in this regard." Song Ziwen said, "But we also need a regulation on mutual supervision. The three countries should supervise each other's occupation and digestion of Japanese industries..."

"Mr. Song, what do you mean?" Churchill snorted coldly, "Are you doubting us?"

"That's right!"

"you……"

I am afraid to talk about everything.Even Churchill, who was used to seeing strong winds and waves, was almost suffocated by Song Ziwen's simple two words.I know your plan, I just don't trust you, what can you do?

"Do you think we will return the Japanese industry to them?" Churchill roared, he was already a little angry.

"We do not deny this possibility, but what we are most worried about is waste... The industrial strength of the Japanese is not worth mentioning compared to Britain and the United States, but it is extremely precious to backward China. We do not want these precious The industrial equipment was wasted by some people for some unnecessary reasons." Yan Huiqing said lightly from the side.

"That is to say, China lacks the most basic trust in Britain!" Churchill snorted coldly, "In this case, I represent the British Empire to announce to your country that we will reject all cooperation related to your country. Including allowing you to transport materials through Myanmar !"

"Since China took over Vietnam and other places, Myanmar has not been the most important channel for us to obtain international aid. However, with the Japanese attack on Southeast Asia and the direction they may attack in the future, the importance of Myanmar to China cannot be underestimated... It still has the possibility of becoming China's only external communication line." Song Ziwen said.

"It seems that you still understand the truth." Churchill snorted coldly.

"It's because you haven't figured it out, Mr. Prime Minister." Yan Huiqing also looked at Churchill coldly, "In order to protect China's interests, we may take any means! This definitely includes the so-called Allies attack!"

"...I didn't understand what you were saying. Do you want to declare war on the British Empire?" Churchill asked with a gloomy face, almost roaring.

"For the survival of the country. We can declare war on anyone. Even if we repeat the scene of declaring war on the whole world, we will never back down." Yan Huiqing was tit-for-tat.

"...But you failed last time." Churchill sneered.

"But at least we dare to do that." Yan Huiqing also sneered.

"It's a pity that a lot of bravery is due to ignorance. The ignorant is fearless!" Churchill sneered.

"At least it's better than being a tortoise all the time. When future generations ask us, we can at least tell them proudly: We have not surrendered to anyone!" Yan Huiqing sneered, "Mr. Prime Minister is as rational and wise as the sea, I wonder if you can tell me how much your people would mourn if the British Empire lost India?"

"...India is the brightest jewel in the crown of the British Empire! This is a fact that will never change!" Churchill gritted his teeth.

"Okay, gentlemen. Let me repeat it again, and this will be my last declaration: we are allies, not enemies!" Roosevelt couldn't bear it anymore, and he slapped his desk on the desk, "Today's meeting will talk about this It's over! I hope you all stay calm and calm when you go back, and don't treat each other as enemies just because of a little verbal argument... If that's the case, let's just surrender to the Axis powers together!"

"Our attitude has gone too far today, and I'm sorry to upset you two, but our conditions will not change." Song Ziwen stood up, took out another document from his briefcase, and handed it to Roosevelt's desk superior. "This is a document sent from our country. I hope you, Mr. President, can take a closer look... Goodbye!"

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"Mr. President, the Chinese have already begun to air their ambitions. They have not yet driven the aggressors out of their homes... This shows that they are far more threatening than Japan, and they are far more dangerous than Japan. If they get Japan’s industry, then I can be sure that in less than 20 years, there will be no place in Asia where Britain and the United States can talk.” Churchill left later than Song Ziwen, but he also did not forget to remind Roosevelt when he left .

"I know this very well. And I can tell you that I have always been very wary of China. But no matter what, we are allies now, and we must concentrate on defeating the Axis powers first." Roosevelt replied.

"It is right to concentrate power, but it cannot be overly indulgent." Churchill retorted, "If the United States also expresses dissatisfaction with China at the same time, then I believe that the Chinese government will not dare to be so tough... After all, they still need US aid to fight against it. Japanese."

"But if China is defeated, Japan will be able to deploy more troops, and they can even directly arm these Chinese people, just like they armed those Soviet reform-through-labour prisoners." Roosevelt said solemnly, "Mr. Prime Minister, the consequences of this Equally dire, and far more urgent than the future threat from China."

"...I want to know your opinion on the formation of the Allied Command in Southeast Asia proposed by the Chinese." Churchill suddenly said again.

"Didn't you not care about this proposal?" Roosevelt was taken aback. Churchill didn't think much about this proposal before.

"It's just an appearance that I don't care. My real purpose is that I don't want the Chinese to be the commanders of this allied force." Churchill said, "I don't trust them. Because if that happens, I worry that the interests of the British Empire and even the United States in Southeast Asia will be affected. got damage."

"It's a pity that the Chinese don't trust you either." Roosevelt smiled wryly.Once again he worried about his future in the Confederate States.

"So now the only ones who can serve as the commander of the Allied Forces in Southeast Asia are the Americans." Churchill said, "I will support you. In this way, the Chinese can only agree."

"Thank you for your support, I think this is a good proposal." Roosevelt laughed.The United States does not have much power in Southeast Asia, and MacArthur and the [-] U.S. troops will also be transferred to Australia. However, if they can obtain the position of Commander-in-Chief of the Allied Forces in one more region, it will also benefit the interests of the United States.

"This is only the beginning. The relationship between Britain and the United States is not like that of other countries. We should cooperate more closely." Churchill also smiled.He understood that he and Roosevelt would be real allies.China is just a little brother picked up by the two countries, and it will be thrown away when it is used up.This knowledge made him vent the sulking he had received from Song Ziwen and Yan Huiqing just now, and he really wanted to educate those two guys, telling them... It's useless to fight for supremacy, and the best thing is to get the benefits in hand real.

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"What an uneasy ally!"

Finally sent everyone away.Roosevelt also felt that all the strength in his body was about to be drained!The alliance has not been fully formed, and his own people almost started fighting... He was dissatisfied with Churchill, because if this guy hadn't been arrogant from the beginning, ignoring China's presence in Southeast Asia in front of Song Ziwen, maybe the Chinese would have He will not be so tough; of course, the Chinese government represented by Song Ziwen also makes him very dissatisfied. Now China is too greedy, its appetite is beyond imagination, and it is too strong. And politics is the art of compromise, Why didn't these two groups know how to make concessions?It's a pity that he also knows that it is difficult for him to control the two groups of people, so he can only appease them as much as possible and try to screw the strength of the two countries together.

"There is another document, what the hell are these Chinese doing?"

Sighing, he saw the documents on the table again. Roosevelt didn't care, and opened them directly:

"The Draft Most Favored Nation Treatment for Trade? What is this..." (to be continued...)

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