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Chapter 786 There is a successor
Born in 1856, Nicholas the Younger was nearly years old. He was the only surviving veteran of four dynasties in Russian politics and was known as the League of Nations' most powerful talker. His stroke was undoubtedly a great loss to the League of Nations.

Without little Nicholas, the League of Nations would be less fun, and we would never see little Nicholas scolding the British and French representatives again.

George took little Nicholas back to Alexandria as soon as possible and formed a medical team for him. He strictly ordered him to quit drinking, actively cooperate with treatment, and strive for a speedy recovery.

"You might as well kill me than ask me to stop drinking!"

Little Nicolas's highest record in Geneva was drinking 250 bottles of champagne in one day. This record was set at a banquet and was not the credit of Little Nicolas alone.

"More than 50 people suffer from strokes in Russia every year, and 40 die from them. Don't you want to contribute to the treatment of strokes?"

George has a tricky angle.

Russians love to drink. Ordinary people do not have such superior medical conditions as little Nikolai, so it is normal for them to have a stroke or even die. An ordinary Russian consumes an average of 20 liters of vodka per year, and there is no limit to the amount of alcohol they can drink.

Regarding drinking, there is a saying that goes "One person drinks a ton of wine, whoever finishes first leaves first."

There are some alcoholics in Russia who drink a liter of alcohol a day like it's a hobby. If you calculate it this way, they will die in about three years.

"so much?"

Little Nikolai was surprised that there were so many like-minded people in Russia.

George spread his hands, that was indeed the number.

"George, I'm already 70 years old. Even if I actively cooperate with the treatment, I only have a few years to live. Can't you let me spend the last moments of my life happily?"

Little Nicholas is playing the victim. What he pursues is the quality of life. Instead of living with grievances, it is better to enjoy every day.

"no!"

George is determined that every Russian must do their utmost for the development of Russia.

"As a Grand Duke of Russia, you have received a salary for 70 years since the day you were born. This is your obligation."

"Can I return the money to you?"

Little Nicholas and Anastasia had no children, and money meant nothing to little Nicholas.

"Do you think this is a lump sum withdrawal?"

George's face turned black. He is such a grown-up but he has no awareness at all.

Bobov was aware that the British had ill intentions, so he immediately evacuated all non-combat personnel in Port George to the Grand Duchy of Yuriev and the Pilbara region deep inland.

The railway between Port George and Pilbara has been completed, and the iron ore stored in Port George has been shipped to the Grand Duchy of Yuriev. If the British army launches an attack on Port George, it will be hit head-on by 4000 Cossacks.

These 4000 Cossacks are all veterans of the World War, and their commander is Colonel Danielkin, who has fully experienced the World War and the Russian Civil War.

The buildings in George Port are full of Russian style, with a large amount of reinforced concrete used. Each building is square and can be used as a fortress.

After Theo declared independence, Colonel Daniel King put on his familiar military uniform again, was promoted to major general, and served as commander of the defense of Port George.

Although the number of soldiers under Daniel King's command was small, their training and equipment were obviously superior to those of the British Army. Not only did Daniel King stockpile a large amount of weapons and ammunition in the Pilbara, but he also had a secret weapon in Port George - a submarine force.

Two months ago, Port George secretly purchased six submarines from the Grand Duchy of Yuriev.

Coincidentally, Danielkin has sailors who retired from the Russian Navy under his command, so these six submarines have now become combat-ready and can pose a threat to the British Navy.

"If the British attack, we will have to abandon Port George and retreat inland."

Daniel Kim is fully aware of the difficulties.

During the World War, the Russian army in the Balkans always maintained the strategic initiative with sufficient strategic depth and adequate logistics, and did not give the enemy any chance.

Theo's strategic depth is sufficient. Once the British army blockades Port George, Port George will be isolated and helpless.

Daniel King had made sufficient preparations and stockpiled 150 million artillery shells and 1.5 million bullets in the Pilbara. The Pilbara also had an air force consisting of 20 fighter jets and 4 transport planes. It was not easy for the British army to blockade Port George.

"You are the commander of defense. You have the final say."

Bobov took the initiative to give up power, retreated to the second line, and devoted himself to supporting work.

"You should go to Coconut City as soon as possible."

Daniel Kim hopes Bobov leaves as soon as possible so that Coconut City will be safer.

Although they were well prepared, one should never be safe from the unexpected. Bobov knew many secrets of the Yuriev Mining Company. If they fell into the hands of the British, it might cause conflict or even war between Britain and Russia.

"No, I will not leave. If necessary, I will fight to the last minute, just like you."

Bobov lifted his shirt and showed Danielkin the Tokarev pistol he carried with him.

The Tokarev pistol was designed by Tokarev, a designer at the Tula Arsenal, based on the M1911 pistol designed by John Browning. It uses 9mm bullets produced by the Amur Arsenal and was adopted by the Russian military as a standard pistol.

Almost everyone in Port George has a Tokarev pistol and it is widely used.

While Port George was on high alert, the capital of Western Australia, Perth, was in serious division, with some pro-British MPs believing that they should compromise with Canberra and remain in the Commonwealth of Australia. Western Australia's Governor Andrew Gordon was resolute in his attitude. He was fed up with the arrogance of the British and the selfishness of Canberra, and was determined to firmly safeguard the interests of Western Australia through independence.

"If you disagree, please leave. Don't forget that you are elected by the people of Western Australia. You should safeguard the interests of Western Australia and the interests of Western Australia, not serve London and Canberra."

At the plenary session of the Western Austrian State Parliament, Gordon denounced those wavering members of parliament, saying that Western Austria's hopes for independence should not be pinned on the generosity of the British.

In order to fight for independence, the Irish fought with Britain for three years despite internal and external troubles. They did not surrender even when the president and commander-in-chief were killed in the war. In the end, they succeeded in winning independence and gained the respect of the whole world.

If Theo's independence is shelved because of Canberra's veto, Theo will become a laughing stock of the world.

"The Royal Navy has left India and is heading towards Perth. Can we withstand the attack of the Royal Navy?"

Country Party MP Stanley Victor is a classic opportunist who doesn't want to pay any price.

"We should withdraw the troops from Kalgoorlie and transfer the troops from Port George to strengthen the defense of Perth."

Speaker Brian Howard was worried and hoped to force the British army to withdraw by threatening to destroy both sides.

"Gentlemen, give up all illusions and prepare for battle!"

Andrew Gordon served as interim president of the Republic of Western Austria after the referendum, and if there is no interference from the Royal Navy, Western Austria will hold its first general election in March next year.

"You can't use your personal desires to hold all the people of Xio hostage to your chariot."

Stanley Victor was furious. All his wealth was in Perth and he didn't want it to be destroyed in the war.

"No! Independence is the collective will of all Western people. We, as Western people, voted for it—"

Andrew Gordon was making an impassioned speech when Stanley Victor suddenly pulled out a pistol.

"Screw you!"

Stanley Victor had not yet loaded his gun.

A police officer on the scene drew his gun even faster and fired the trigger at Stanley Victor.

Bah!
Stanley Victor fell in a pool of blood, and the whole venue was in chaos.

Andrew Gordon was surrounded by several followers and security personnel and quickly left the parliament hall.

The gunshots were like a signal, and suddenly hundreds of armed men emerged and launched an attack on the Capitol.

"STOP!"

A policeman on duty in front of the Capitol building was caught off guard and shot down.

The group stormed the Capitol and killed anyone they saw.

Andrew Gordon got into the armored car in the underground parking lot with a confused look on his face.

"This is a brazen attack from London and Canberra. War has broken out!"

Gordon's security chief Joseph is a retired Romanian military officer with extensive experience.

"Send a telegram to Russia and Washington, as well as Paris and Berlin. We need their support."

Gordon's voice was shaking, not because of fear, but because of excitement.

On December 12, the new Russian ambassador to the League of Nations, Grand Duke Andrei Alexandrovich, publicly expressed his support for the Western Austrian Republic at the League of Nations General Assembly.

Andrew was the eldest son of Grand Duke Alexander Mikhailovich and Grand Duchess Xenia Alexandrovna, Xenia was the sister of Nicholas II, and Alexander was the fourth son of Grand Duke Mikhail Nikolaevich.

Alexander is Xenia's uncle.

"This is an internal matter of the Commonwealth and Russia has no right to interfere."

The new British ambassador to the League of Nations, Austin Chamberlain, had a poker face. He was the brother of the previous ambassador to the League of Nations, Neville Chamberlain.

Ambassador to the League of Nations was considered the hottest position in Britain and no one wanted it. Austen Chamberlain was the British Foreign Secretary and had no choice but to take on the responsibility.

Austin Chamberlain thought that Britain's situation in the League of Nations would improve after Nicholas Jr. left office.

Unexpectedly, Russia's second ambassador to the League of Nations was also a grand duke, and this grand duke's attitude towards Britain was as bad as that of little Nicholas.

Nicholas II, who was rejected by Britain, was Andrei's uncle.

As the saying goes, one's mother's uncle is the most important. If Britain had accepted Nicholas II's exile, Nicholas II and his family would not have disappeared.

"How many disgusting things have you done to deserve the wrath of the people? First it was South Africa, then Ireland, and now war has broken out in Australia. Why can't you listen to the voices of the Australians?"

Andre was sarcastic and mocking. National hatred and family feuds were superimposed on each other. The League of Nations was an occasion where he could openly insult Britain. Andre would not miss any opportunity.

(End of this chapter)