Fengxian Jiangshan

Just after Germany's defeat, the huge High Seas Fleet was detained in Scapa Flow and became Britain's spoils of war. During the Paris Peace Conference, negotiations reached a stalemate. They decisively scuttled the warship. A total of more than 50 warships of various types sank to the bottom of Scapa Flow, including ten battleships and five battlecruisers. The tragic actions shocked the world.

Zhang Tinglan set his sights on these warships. If one or two ships can be brought back, even if they cannot be repaired and used, but combined with the German blueprints, at least they can figure out the structure of large warships, allowing Feng Jun to figure out the key technology of warship design. .

Shipbuilding technology is also accumulated step by step. It is impossible to reach the sky in one step. A behemoth of 2 to [-] tons does not appear out of thin air.Of course, practicing with a large warship of more than [-] tons is definitely a very extravagant thing, but from another perspective, it can save a lot of time and the cost will be returned.

Zhang Tinglan had his own plan, and Eston also had an idea. The German warship had been sunk in the sea for about a year. Even if it was recovered, the internal parts were seriously damaged, and it was impossible to go into battle.If China is willing to ask for it, maybe it can be a favor.

"No problem. The British side agreed in principle to provide a battleship, plus two other medium-sized warships, but all the huge transportation costs will be paid by China."

Zhang Tinglan was also very satisfied and said: "The cooperation of the navy will make our relationship closer. The current situation in the Far East is very bad, especially the population has been greatly reduced, leaving only Belarus with less than 100 million people. If we want to keep such a vast It is bound to be difficult to reach the sky, and I wonder if the United States and the United Kingdom can send troops to help them?"

As soon as Zhang Tinglan said this, Klein and Eston hurriedly shook their heads.Just kidding, it's not that they haven't sent troops before, but they all got out of Russia in the end. If they continue to send troops now, wouldn't they be looking for trouble!

They also understood that Zhang Tinglan was telling them that only Fengjun could protect the Far East. Although he promised not to annex this country, China should have special power in this country, just like the great powers in China.Even more excessive.

Klein thought for a while and said, "China has contributed a lot to the fight against the majority party. The world has seen it all. We also hope that the Fengjun can always shoulder the responsibility of protecting the Far East."

"That's good, but three conditions must be met. The first is the right to garrison troops, the second is appropriate immigration rights. The third is to temporarily hand over Vladivostok and Temple Street to our management!"

These three are also fatal things.If you agree, it’s almost the same as direct control. With the garrison, the immigrants who are looking at it, and the two most critical ports of contact with the outside world have been taken away. It’s the so-called boiling frogs in warm water.Sooner or later the Far East will still be in China's pocket.

The United States and the United Kingdom also deliberately refused, but it is really unreasonable to ask the army to contribute their efforts and not give them any benefits.Therefore, Ashton said: "China enjoys certain privileges in the Far East, which is completely possible, but the British Empire also needs the right to invest, do business and travel in the Far East."

Klein also said: "The United States also means this. We also have economic interests in the Far East, which must be protected!"

Zhang Tinglan has seen through the face of the West. As long as interests are involved, he will pounce on him like a vicious dog, and he will pretend to be righteous, but in fact it is all nonsense. They have bullshit interests in the Far East, and they just want to eat more. !

"Mr. Ministers, I can guarantee economic interests in the Far East, but I think you can issue a joint statement."

"What statement?" the two asked together.

Zhang Tinglan said with a smile: "Because Fengjun played an important role in fighting against Russia, we must voluntarily give up all kinds of privileges within the scope of the three eastern provinces, including customs taxes!"

As soon as Zhang Tinglan said this, the faces of these two people suddenly changed. After decades, the great powers have seized the privileges of customs, mining, traveling, missionary and so on in China. Good luck, how are they willing to give up!

"Your Excellency the Patrol Envoy, this involves a series of treaties signed by various countries with China from the Qing Dynasty to the Republic of China. There are a large number of treaties, which are related to the fundamental interests of China and must not be changed!" Eston said solemnly: "I hope Fengjun Being able to respect these rules is also the basis of our cooperation, if we abandon these, all the cooperation we just talked about will lose its meaning.”

As an old empire, the British still attach great importance to colonial interests, especially when the strength of the United Kingdom has declined sharply, the British are especially concerned about these, and it is impossible to let go.However, compared to Eston, Klein's attitude seems to be a little hesitant. In fact, before the negotiation, the United States has instructed Klein to let go of various privileges when necessary in exchange for Feng Jun's favor.

The colonial interests of the United States are far inferior to those of the United Kingdom, and they have huge production capacity. If they can tap the markets of the three eastern provinces, or even the entire Far East, the United States can obtain more benefits and wisdom.But at this time, the United States and Britain are standing in the same trench, and it is impossible for him to agree alone.

Zhang Tinglan has sharp eyes and has already noticed Klein's hesitation. As long as the great powers are not monolithic, there is a chance to break through.Zhang Tinglan said with a smile: "You two, I don't want to abolish the treaty. Besides, the interests of Britain and the United States in the Northeast are limited. I just want to create an atmosphere for negotiation, and then put pressure on Japan to force them to give up some of their interests in China. It is a problem such as the garrison of troops in Nanmanlu. It is because of the Japanese that we cannot deal with Russia with all our strength. Dealing with the majority party is a matter for all countries, and Japan is no exception!"

When these two people heard Zhang Tinglan's explanation, they were also a little tempted. After all, the United States, Britain and Japan were still engaged in a naval competition. They wooed Zhang Tinglan to contain the Japanese. It would be a good thing for them if they could drive Japan out of the Northeast.

Klein and Eston glanced at each other, and then said: "Okay, we will communicate with the country and try to finalize the cooperation plan as soon as possible."

After the ministers of the two countries finished talking with Zhang Tinglan, they left one after another!And Zhang Tinglan also hastily sent telegrams to Wang Yongjiang and Gu Weijun, requesting to turn the several directions discussed into specific exchange terms and strive for as many benefits as possible.

"Master, the United States and the United Kingdom have given up too little benefit, but if we can win their support for the time being, we will be able to deal with the Russians and create a good international environment for us. It is still a big gain." Jiang Baili said with a smile .

"There is only one way to make the robbers give up what they have robbed, and that is to fight! Use powerful force as a backing to wipe out all their illegal interests in China." Zhang Tinglan said: "Britain and the United States were the first to invade China." The country of China, but now we have to eat one bite at a time, and we only have friends from far and near to attack, first Russia and Japan, and then it is the turn of Britain, the United States, France and other countries."

Yang Yuting also said with a smile: "Foreigners are all like dogs, and the debts owed to us will be settled sooner or later."

"Master, something serious happened!"

While Zhang Tinglan and the others were talking, Chang Yinhuai ran up to Zhang Tinglan in a panic. His forehead was covered with bead-sized beads of sweat, and his face changed color. He had never seen Chang Yinhuai so anxious. Zhang Tinglan immediately I felt bad.

"What the hell happened?"

"Master, look at this."

As Chang Yinhuai delivered the telegram to Zhang Tinglan, Zhang Tinglan just took a look at it, and suddenly his eyes turned blood red, and he spun and fell to the ground.Jiang Baili and Yang Yuting rushed over and supported Zhang Tinglan.

"Zhuoyan, what happened?"

Zhang Tinglan took a deep breath for a long time before regaining his sanity. His facial features seemed to have shifted a bit. He was obviously extremely angry, and he said through gritted teeth, "Someone poisoned my father!"

"Ah!" Yang Yuting was shocked when he heard it: "How is the old man? Chang Yinhuai, what did you do? Are the intelligence agencies all shit? Why can't you even protect the safety of the old man? "

Facing the questioning, Chang Yinhuai was speechless and could only lower his head. Although Zhang Zuoxiang had the title of tour envoy of the three eastern provinces in the past two years, the old man had long since retreated to the second line, and almost all his power had been left behind. In the hands of Zhang Tinglan, no one thought that someone would attack Zhang Zuoxiang, which was really unexpected.

"I have to go back to Fengtian to have a look, my father must not have any accidents!"

Although Zhang Tinglan is an imposter, after getting along with Zhang Zuoxiang for a long time, she has become closer to Zhang Zuoxiang than a father and son. In fact, Zhang Zuoxiang is not very old, less than 50 years old. For a political figure, he is in the prime of life when.Many people who are older than Zhang Zuoxiang are all struggling for fame and fortune.But Zhang Zuoxiang was able to give up all kinds of power and pave the way for Zhang Tinglan to take power wholeheartedly. This kind of thinking is not something ordinary people can do.

Even though they are biological father and son, but in the face of power, how many fathers and sons have become enemies, how many brothers have turned against each other, Zhang Tinglan respects her father, and when she heard that he was in danger, her heart immediately hung up, and she couldn't sit still anymore up.

Both Yang Yuting and Jiang Baili felt that something was wrong. Who was going to attack the old man, what kind of conspiracy was there? If the old man was really in danger, would the situation of Fengjun change, and which direction should the battle with the Russians go? develop?

These two think tanks also became confused for a while, Zhang Tinglan reluctantly said: "For the time being, Sun Anhu will be responsible for the battle against the Russians, adopt an active defensive posture, and don't attack rashly. I will deal with Fengtian's affairs and do everything." Decide."

Zhang Tinglan looked at Yang Yuting and Jiang Fangzhen again, and then said: "Mr. Baili, you stay in Borja and do your best to assist Sun Anhu. I will bring my neighbor back to Fengtian!"

After explaining clearly, Zhang Tinglan felt as if her heart was on fire, and hurried back to Fengtian. (To be continued..)