Tuqing: My first love was Cixi

Chapter 295 Epic achievement! Return
In fact, when Bismarck extended an olive branch to Su Yi, the British Empire was on guard.

Now that the British had significant interests in the Qing Dynasty, they didn't think much of it at first, because they felt that the Qing Dynasty wanted something from Great Britain, so it could still be manipulated.

Prince Albert's performance was not obvious, because he is the leader of the royal family and sometimes has to abandon the utility of politicians, but the Prime Minister's performance in this regard is very obvious.

As soon as Bismarck's olive branch was handed over, the British Empire immediately smelled danger.

No, someone wants to seduce Su Yi, and someone wants to seduce China.

This is just like the ambiguous emotions of adult men and women. A completely irrelevant word, no words are even needed, half a look, half a movement, you can smell the intention.

Of course, the British Empire will not show too obvious actions on the surface, but as the host, it will try to minimize the contact between the two sides.

But even in this environment, Bismarck and Su Yi still had a brief meeting.

"Your Highness the Regent, are you a lion?" Bismarck asked directly.

This is not just straight to the point, it is straight to the point.

Because next, it is impossible for Su Yi to visit Prussia, and it is highly unlikely that Bismarck will visit China.

Moreover, Su Yi's political deduction lifted many veils and even caused Britain and France to express their wariness and even hostility towards Prussia in advance.

Even now Prussia has not defeated the Austrian Empire.

Bismarck asked this question because he wanted to test Su Yi's strategic intentions.

There is no doubt that he himself is a lion. He uses military and bloody means to unify Germany, expand in Europe, and strive for European hegemony and even world hegemony. These are his strongest attempts.

Before, no one in the entire world could see his intentions clearly.

Neither Britain nor France were too wary of Prussia, not even as much as the Austrian Empire.

On the contrary, it was Su Yi who repeatedly published the Prussian threat theory and the German threat theory.

Even seven or eight years ago, this view was expressed, and it even seemed a bit ridiculous.

The not-too-distant fifty years of European politics have fully exposed Bismarck's ambitions and Prussia's intentions to the world.

Then, Bismarck must ask, what is Su Yi's strategic intention?
Su Yi said: "In forty or fifty years, I will not be a lion to Europe."

This meaning is also expressed very clearly. He will be a lion in East Asia.

What is a lion?

Just keep hunting and eating meat.

Bismarck said: "Prince Regent, everyone says that your deduction of fifty years of European politics offended the French. That is the opinion of fools, especially the fool of the French Emperor. The person you really offended is me, Prussia, and the future." of Deutschland.”

Su Yi said: "No, most things in this world, even if someone makes deductions and warnings, will still happen. The development of most things is not affected by personal will. It is not changed by chance events.”

For example, the trigger of World War I was the assassination of the Crown Prince of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

But it cannot be said that the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand led to World War I.

World War I was the result of the imbalance of European order and the irreconcilable interests of several major empires.

So a war is inevitable.

The assassination of Archduke Ferdinand was also the result of this violent contradiction.

Bismarck said: "But your deduction will increase the cost of our unification of Germany. For example, this political mediation would have no results originally. But now because of your deduction, the United Kingdom and France have become wary of us, and Austria It also reduces the feeling of underestimating the enemy. In order to make up for this negative impact, the originally fruitless mediation must also produce certain results. "

"Of course, this is very much in your interest, Prince Regent, and has greatly enhanced the influence of you and your country."

Su Yi said: "For this, I am very grateful to the Prime Minister."

Bismarck said: "Your Highness the Prince Regent, you are a person with great strategic determination. You are also a person who can maintain strategic inertia and strategic continuity."

Su Yi said: "Your Excellency, Prime Minister, are you trying to remind me that the British Empire may not have this kind of strategic determination? Doesn't it necessarily have this kind of strategic sustainability?"

Bismarck sighed: "You are indeed an extremely wise man and can fully understand what I mean."

"Prince Regent, although the British Empire and you have very large overlapping interests, there are actually very few people who are friendly to you in the political arena of the entire British Empire. Even if Her Majesty the Queen is not friendly to your country, once Albert If the prince leaves, then you will be in a great diplomatic passive position, and the British Empire's attitude towards your country will change dramatically. Even though there will still be huge overlapping interests, there is no doubt that you will fall into a chain of suspicion. of."

"Or let's be more direct. Thank you very much for your frankness. Tell me directly. If you are not going to be a lion in Europe, then in Asia, at least in East Asia, you will definitely restore your dominance."

"Then let me deduce that North Korea is originally your country's sphere of influence, but you will definitely increase your control over North Korea."

"Now the British Empire and the United States are supporting Japan, so as a potential challenger, you will probably do everything you can to suppress Japan's development."

"In addition, in the ancient tribute system, your country has always regarded Vietnam and even the Indochina Peninsula as its own sphere of influence."

"Then the Prince Regent must want to restore this relationship. However, France is now encroaching on the entire Indochina Peninsula, so you and France will definitely have violent conflicts or even military wars in the future."

"The relationship between Britain and France is still very good now. So when there is a war between your country and France, what position do you expect Britain to take?"

Su Ye said: "I know what you are going to say. I agree with your point of view and we will have an absolute strategic understanding."

For a moment, Bismarck was shocked.

Because before he said it, Su Yi knew what he was going to say.

War broke out in Asia and Europe at the same time, directly bringing down the Second French Empire and even destroying it.

Bismarck said: "Would you do this?"

This is a very dangerous question.

Su Yi is now an absolute ally of the British Empire, and even relies heavily on the British Empire in terms of world order.

As a result, on this absolutely important matter, they colluded with Prussia.

And it's in London.

Su Yi said: "I will."

Bismarck stretched out his hand towards Su Yi and said, "Ten minutes of talking to you is more than one year for others."

of course.

On some major matters, it is normal to discuss them for three to five years.

And now, just ten minutes after meeting, the two people have decided on a war.

It was simply terrifying.

Bismarck said: "Then can I think that both of us are preparing for a future war against a common enemy?"

Su Yi said: "Yes."

Bismarck said: "Then when do you think this war will happen?"

Su Yi thought for a while and said, "Probably six or seven years later."

Bismarck was silent for a while and then said slowly: "I can't imagine that there is such a clear, accurate and frank political leader."

Bismarck was manipulative, but this was really the first time I saw such a political leader.

He really doesn't look like a politician, but he can give people a very strong sense of trust.

Su Yi said: "Trust is more important than gold."

Bismarck said: "I agree."

Then, he continued: "On the surface, your country and the British Empire are complementary allies, but in fact our two countries are true strategic allies."

Su Yi said: "Are you trying to say that we were allies with the British Empire in the first fifty years, and that we will be true allies with your country fifty years later?"

Bismarck fell silent again.

At this time, he was not only amazed, but also slightly in awe.

As soon as he said every word, Su Yi could clearly express the meaning he didn't express and analyze it directly.

What Bismarck meant was that when the contradictions between China and the British Empire outweigh the conflicts, or when the world begins to compete for the interests of the British Empire, then China will become a challenger to the world order.

The other challenger is a unified Germany.

Therefore, both parties can join forces.

One is in the East and the other is in the West, completely overturning the world order and becoming the only two overlords in the world.

Of course, by that time, the entire world may not be able to accommodate two overlords.

But let’s talk about things at that time.

Su Yi sighed: "This is really... too far away."

Bismarck said: "Yeah, it's too far away. Fifty years later, it's too far away."

"But we also have a common interest."

Su Yi said: "America." Bismarck said: "Yes, America. If the situation really evolves to that day, the United States, alone overseas with no enemies, will be the biggest beneficiary."

"So, we have to find a way to suppress this country."

Su Yi said: "We can delay his growth and even take away many things that belong to him. But for this country, unless there are major changes in the world, neither of us can do anything about him."

Bismarck suddenly said: "Imagine, just imagine. Fifty years from now, if what we just imagined really happens, your country will dominate Asia and we will destroy Russia with both hands. After finally achieving our respective goals, can we Send troops to carve up the entire America?”

Su Yi said: "Impossible."

Bismarck sighed: "It is indeed impossible."

If that day comes, China and Germany will become the biggest enemies and rivals, and the United States, which is alone overseas, can have both sides.

Bismarck said: "Unfortunately, neither of us can decide what will happen fifty years later. But one thing is for sure. In addition to dealing with the common enemy just now, we can help with the navy at some time in the future. "

Is this going back to history?
The Beiyang Fleet felt that it had been cheated by the British Empire, so it spent additional money on Germany to build warships.

Historically, the Beiyang Fleet spent a total of nearly 40 million taels of silver, and after the Beiyang Fleet was established, the entire Qing court felt proud and felt at ease.

Because at that time it was number one in Asia and eighth in the world.

But soon, the number one spot in Asia was taken away by the Japanese.

There is no strategic sustainability.

Su Yi's goal is to build the world's third navy within twenty years, or even within fifteen years.

The cost required for this is also astronomical.

Therefore, it is impossible to completely hand over to Britain. It is indeed possible to cooperate with Germany in part.

"Okay." Su Yi said, and then extended his hand to Bismarck again.

Bismarck sighed again.

I really didn’t expect that the meeting, which lasted less than an hour, would produce such great results.

Of course, the two people only made a verbal agreement, and they didn't even sign a secret agreement.

but……

He has an instinctive intuition that these agreements will be concluded.

Now, all that needs to be said is done.

Prime Minister Bismarck suddenly said: "Prince Regent, I have a certain understanding of the political ecology of your country. Your emperor is already ten years old, right?"

Su Yi said: "Yes."

Bismarck said: "In other words, he will reach adulthood in six or seven years. I have no worries about your wisdom, but now it seems that you are still too upright for a king."

Su Yi said: "Prime Minister, are you worried about me?"

Bismarck laughed and said: "You can think so, after all, the political ecology of our country and your country are completely different. Your Majesty and I have no essential contradiction, let alone an existential contradiction."

Su Yi thought for a while and said, "Prime Minister, actually... I'm still a little worried about you."

Bismarck's expression changed after hearing this.

Obviously, he heard what Su Yi meant.

"Of course, don't worry, that will happen a long, long time later." Su Yi said, "You will face the same problem as me."

Bismarck said: "Since it is something in the future, there is no need to worry about it. If we can do things well within five or ten years, it will be great."

After an hour and a half, the meeting between the two ended.

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The mediation meeting between Austria and Prussia lasted for more than ten days.

Truly world-renowned.

Not only Europe is paying attention, but even the United States, thousands of miles away, is paying attention.

Twelve days later.

The meeting of the four kings ended.

All mainstream media were present.

Countless flashlights flashed.

This scene will also make the front pages of countless newspapers around the world.

Among the positions of the Four Kings, Su Yi and Prince Albert stood in the middle, with Austria and Prussia standing on both sides.

Although Bismarck did not publicly attend the meeting of the four kings, he could decide half of the entire meeting.

It was his decision to let Su Yi stand in the middle, despite all objections.

And Prince Albert will certainly not be such a bad person, so even if Austria is dissatisfied, it will be difficult to change.

Since Su Yi wants world status and world fame.

Then Bismarck would be happy to fulfill his wish.

The entire meeting of the four kings seemed to be fruitful.

Both sides made relatively large concessions, as if the cloud of war had really been suppressed.

But everyone knows that what cannot be suppressed at all can only be delayed at best.

But it just looks good on the surface.

And it sounds extremely good when it is heard.

The regent of China actually mediated the war between the European powers.

The biggest achiever here is of course Prince Albert.

And the other person who accomplished it was Bismarck.

The root of all this comes from the complete defeat of the Russians on the Heilongjiang battlefield.

Su Yi stepped on the shoulders of Tsarist Russia and brought the entire country to the world's main stage.

Of course, they also received huge hostility from the French.

However, Su Yi wished for this.

The deeper the hostility becomes, the more initiative Su Yi will have on North Korean and Vietnamese affairs.

The British Empire will not be able to blame Su Yi at that time. The responsibility lies entirely with France. It was he who initiated the hostile relationship.

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A few days later.

Su Yi is about to return to China. Due to some changes, the visit will take longer than expected.

However, this trip was more than fruitful.

It was a diplomatic achievement of epic proportions.

On the occasion of parting.

Prince Albert came to see him off. When he hugged Su Yi, he suddenly said: "Prince Regent, I don't care what you negotiated with Bismarck, but I want to ask you, will you always maintain your relationship with the British Empire?" Friendship?"

Su Yi nodded seriously and said: "Yes, as long as the British Empire does not do anything to our country, then our country will not do anything to harm the British Empire."

"I have always regarded our relationship with the British Empire as the most important thing, now and in the future."

"Especially for your friendship."

Prince Albert said: "I believe you."

"goodbye!"

"goodbye!"

Su Yi officially left the UK and returned to China.

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Note: Finally finished, thank you all. I’m back home, and I’ll be able to resume normal word count updates tomorrow.

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