I'm playing whack-a-mole in Siberia

Chapter 464: I am a slave to you and I am a fish to you

St. Petersburg was forced to negotiate peace with Britain.

George was uncompromising, and the Vladivostok media analyzed the background of Japan's rise in detail just after the Russo-Japanese War broke out. As a result, Britain's malice towards the Russian Empire was clearly displayed in front of all Amur people.

Although Britain did not directly participate in the Russo-Japanese War, it caused more damage to the Russian Empire than Japan.

Therefore, Kassaf did not directly bombard the British Concession, which was already a gentleman.

Blake still attached great importance to the intelligence provided by Kassaf. That night, the British Asiatic Fleet sent sailors ashore to assist the British Concession Police in maintaining law and order.

It was a calm night with no accidents.

Blake's heart was not relieved.

What to do tomorrow night?
What about the day after tomorrow?
Instead of looking for Kassaf, Black blocked all roads entering the British Concession and sent police to guard them.

In order to prevent bandits from attacking the British concession, Blake used heavy machine guns and barbed wire to defend the area.

"That was a spontaneous act by the people and had nothing to do with the French government."

The British were indeed crazy. In order to recoup their investment, they not only sent people to take over Japanese customs and fully control Japanese taxation, but also set up an investigation team to examine the relevant responsible persons. Even the King of Japan was asked to hand over the loan he received from the British.

The Japanese government did not respond to Goryeo's threat of war.

Facing the Qing Empire and Goryeo, Xiyuan Temple Gongwang was still very tough.

Kassaf is also watching the fun and not taking it too seriously.

If the Goryeo army lands in Japan, the nation and species that awaits Japan will be destroyed.

After Japan's defeat, the Qing Empire once again demanded compensation from Japan.

Takahashi Korekiyo's sixth public bond issuance in Europe has received unprecedented popularity. The subscription amount applied for by France is more than 20 times the amount issued.

After Katsura Taro was assassinated, Saionji Konobo came out again and served as the interim prime minister of Japan.

A total of 5 million yen was issued in Britain, France, and the United States in the sixth public bond. The biggest feature of this public bond was that there was no guarantee.

"You should worry about yourselves first!"

"We should implement joint military control over Japan and urge Japan to pay off its foreign debt as soon as possible."

The main battlefield of the Russo-Japanese War was the Kanto region of the Qing Empire. Although the Qing Empire "abide by its neutrality", it still caused serious damage to the Kanto region. As many as 2 Qing people died in the war alone, and property losses amounted to 6900 yuan. Ten thousand taels.

At least Japan won't have the Americans' turn until it pays off the British.

Emperor Gaozong was very angry and demanded compensation of up to 70 billion rubles from Japan.

The wall fell and everyone pushed, and now even the Qing Empire began to demand Japan to compensate the Qing Empire for the losses caused by the Russo-Japanese War.

Petit never expected to eat melon and eat it on his own head.

Faced with the demands of Britain and the Russian Empire, Xiyuanji Temple completely calmed down and fully cooperated.

The biggest problem now is that Shiv is dead!

Although the death debt has not been eliminated, it is still very difficult for the United States to recover the loan.

Among them, the U.S. Treasury bonds are mainly issued through Schiff.

Adrian Pettit has no problem watching the show.

Emperor Gaozong had the support of George and had a tough attitude towards Japan, claiming that if Japan did not pay compensation, Goryeo would launch a war against Japan.

“What about Grand Duke Yuriev’s compensation?”

The government bonds issued by Japan are mainly bought by the British and Americans.

Japan not only owed money to Britain, but also owed money to the French.

Related to the Qing Empire's compensation after the Sino-Japanese War of 2000-, million yen went directly into the royal family's account, so the Japanese royal family was the first beneficiary of foreign wars.

Goryeo suffered greater losses in the war than the Qing Empire. More than 70 Goryeo people were killed in the war alone, and property losses cannot be counted.

If Goryeo were to attack Japan, the most nervous person would not be the Japanese government, but the British.

Rich people in the British Concession fled in large numbers, and many went to the nearby French Concession. Compared with the British Concession, the safety of the French Concession was more guaranteed.

At the same time as the Qing Empire, Goryeo also made demands for compensation.

In addition to its national debt, Japan owes most of the money to George.

After the signing of the Treaty of Portsmouth, the Qing Empire made a request for compensation to the Russian Empire, but the Russian Empire ignored it.

Kassaf, as the head of the Port Management Department, was naturally invited.

The post-war disposition of Japan has become a hotly debated topic among ministers from various countries.

Thomas Raglan, the U.S. minister to Japan, was in a bad mood. Japan was defeated, and the United States was second only to Britain in severity of damage.

With heavy machine guns, safety does seem to be guaranteed to a certain extent.

Britain only wanted to recover its interests from Japan.

Takahashi Korekiyo received a loan from the UK, including a sum of 1000 million yen, which was used to pay for the daily expenses of the Japanese royal family.

It doesn’t cost money, it costs a life!
The Qing Empire didn't care. They didn't have much hope for reparations. It would be great if they wanted it, but if they didn't, the Japanese would be disgusted.

While Blake was on the defensive, the French embassy was holding a reception, and ministers from various countries gathered together to watch the excitement of the British Empire.

Just as Kassaf was about to speak, a violent explosion suddenly occurred in the British Concession.

A group of ministers immediately crowded to the window to watch the fun, just like the eight wives.

In order to improve public security, the British Concession implemented a curfew early, and no one was allowed to leave home after 6 p.m.

Since the British concession had been attacked many times, the police and sailors on night patrol were very nervous.

The London Avenue from the British Concession to the former Russian Concession has been blocked by barbed wire. The British sailors have also deployed barricades and heavy machine guns behind the barbed wire. Anyone who breaks into the British Concession will be shot mercilessly by the sailors.

Lieutenant William from Portsmouth led 12 sailors and was responsible for the security of this intersection.

Inside the barricade, two heavy machine gun shooters were smoking and chatting, feeling very relaxed.

Thugs with only incendiary bombs and bombs are powerless against heavy machine guns. Sailors who go ashore for duty can receive a daily allowance equal to twice their salary, which is completely a good job.

The British Concession was also generous to the sailors. In addition to allowances, coffee and late-night snacks were essential and were delivered to the sentry posts by dedicated personnel.

At this time in 1906, the salary of British sailors was very low, no more than 50 pounds per year. Keynes entered the Indian Affairs Bureau in the summer of 1906, and his annual salary was only 200 pounds.

Although income is low, consumption in the UK is not low. One dinner for a rich person is equivalent to a month's living expenses for a poor family.

Therefore, a cup of coffee worth 2 shillings is definitely a high consumption for British soldiers.

In Japan, coffee is even more of a luxury product.

"I heard that Russians can drink coffee every day——"

McLean, who is from Dublin, has a longing for Russia.

"Nonsense, only people in Vladivostok can drink coffee every day——"

Kevin obviously knows more about Russia.

“Isn’t Vladivostok part of Russia?”

Maclean didn't know much about the institutions of the Russian Empire.

"Vladivostok is part of the Grand Duchy of Amur and is under the direct jurisdiction of Grand Duke Yuriev."

When Kevin mentioned "Grand Duke Yuriev", his tone was slightly serious.

"Famous royal general——"

MacLean was curious about Grand Duke Yuriev, who had recently risen to prominence.

Members of the British royal family also have a tradition of serving in the military, not just princes but princesses as well.

Britain also has so-called royal generals.

But everyone knows what this "royal general" thing is about, it's just gold-plated.

Grand Duke Yuriev defeated the Japanese army, which was a real achievement.

Now George is a famous royal general recognized by various countries——

Famous handsome man!

"It's just a gimmick. If it were you, you could do it!"

Kevin's attitude towards George was ambivalent and now dismissive.

The two of them were chatting when the carriage delivering late night snacks came from the other end of London Avenue.

"Old Jeff, what's for tonight's supper?"

Kevin is looking forward to the late night snack.

"Jeff is sick, I will deliver the supper today——"

Although the groom had changed, Kevin didn't take it to heart.

The late night snack is still very rich, steak, custard and salad, all delicious and delicious. It would be better if there is a glass of rum.

The British love alcohol as much as the Russians.

Due to the need to take turns on duty, Ensign William and other sailors who were not on duty rested in a nearby house.

At this moment, the supper was delivered, the sailors got up one after another, and even the soldiers on duty on the roof next to them came down to get the supper.

"Don't worry, it's all there, it's all there -"

The groom handed out the supper and thrust a small bottle of champagne to Lieutenant William.

Lieutenant William was very happy. Such a small bottle of champagne was worth at least 5 shillings in London.

There was only one bottle of champagne, and the other soldiers looked at William with envy.

William directly stuffed the champagne into his pocket and returned to the room with the supper, ready to enjoy it himself.

"Sorry, I have to use the bathroom-"

The groom rushed to the far corner, clutching his stomach.

The sailors didn't take it seriously and picked around the carriage. There were other supper in the carriage that they had not had time to send out.

Kevin sniffed hard twice, a little confused: "What does it smell like?"

boom--

The carriage and the sailors surrounding the carriage were suddenly engulfed by the explosion.

William, who had just opened the champagne in the room, was stunned by the explosion. He took out his pistol and hid under the window sill, trembling, not daring to show his head.

"God, help me—"

The sailors who were seriously injured but not dead were wailing in pain.

William didn't dare to look up and only heard the sound of footsteps approaching.

"God bless you--"

William heard a low, cold voice, and then the sound of a sharp blade entering his body.

"Hehehe——"

The wounded soldier seemed to have his neck stuck, unable to make a sound, and could only gasp violently. Only then did William smell the smell of gunpowder and blood.

The attack on the British Concession that night shocked Nagasaki. A total of nine sailors died in the attack.

What is even more shocking is that the attack did not come from outside the British Concession, but from within the British Concession. This also disproved the rumors that the Russian Empire attacked the British Concession.

Lieutenant William did not die in the attack, but he was extremely frightened. He was incoherent and in a trance, unable to provide any useful information.

Black finally came to Kassaf again, hoping that Kassaf would send someone to assist the British Concession Police in maintaining law and order.

(End of this chapter)