Travel through the Qing Dynasty and become emperor

Chapter 506 Goodbye Roosevelt

After Xu Shichang retired with the officials of the Ministry of Army, Guan Xuqing was planning to go back to the Hall of Mental Cultivation to review the memorials, and Wang Shang reported to Tang Shaoyi, the vice minister of foreign affairs, to hand over a sign to see him. "Xuan."

After Tang Shaoyi came in excitedly and kowtowed to the emperor, he looked up at the emperor and said, "Your Majesty, I'm sorry to say that you should repay the dragon body well. I see that you have lost a lot of weight compared to the past few days." Speaking of this, Tang Shaoyi So emotional, my nose was sour, and I almost shed tears.

Guan Xuqing felt a warm feeling in his heart. Being a courtier can care about him so much, it is not in vain for his painstaking cultivation over the years, he said immediately: "Shaochuan, my body is strong, don't worry about it, I am always worried You guys, the affairs of the country are complicated, but you should also pay attention to your health."

"Thank you, Your Majesty, I must obey the orders." Tang Shaoyi's face showed joy, "Your Majesty, do you still remember that there was a little Roosevelt in the United States?"

Guan Xuqing nodded: "Of course I remember. I summoned him a few years ago and promised that the empire would pay his tuition and living expenses. I wonder if the American embassy will follow what I said."

"That's right, Your Majesty. For the past few years, little Roosevelt's studies and life have been funded by the Imperial Foreign Office. At present, we have sent Roosevelt to the best Harvard University in the United States to study political science. That's right. Not to mention, Roosevelt Jr. is the nephew of the current President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt, but after the death of Roosevelt Jr.’s father, the relationship with Roosevelt Jr. was not very good, and they seldom moved around, neither did Roosevelt Jr. Fulfill the responsibility of being an uncle."

"Of course I know this, why are you talking about him all of a sudden?"

"Roosevelt Jr. is on a study tour in China, and wants to meet the emperor in person, and thank you."

"Oh? Where is the person?"

"I've already brought it, and it's waiting outside the hall."

"Xuan Jin."

"twitter."

After seeing him for a few years, little Roosevelt has grown from a young and shy boy to a well-mannered boy. Guan Xuqing was very happy to see him, and took Roosevelt's hand and said, "How have you been these few years? I haven't seen you for so long, and I still miss you."

Roosevelt said respectfully: "I miss you too, Your Majesty the Great Emperor. Without you, there would be no Franklin Roosevelt. You are my benefactor and the person I admire the most."

Guan Xuqing looked up and laughed loudly: "Tell me quickly, how have you been studying and living in the past few years?"

"Returning to His Majesty the Great Emperor, thanks to your sponsorship, I entered Harvard University to study political science, history and journalism. In college, I was very enthusiastic about social activities, so I am ashamed that my academic performance is not outstanding. I have traveled to Europe many times, and I like ball games. I am now an assistant to the school magazine "The Crimson" at Harvard University. This is mainly due to a little conspiracy I devised." Speaking of this, Roosevelt's eyes It turned a few times very slyly, looking very playful.

Guan Xuqing smiled and asked, "What conspiracy?"

"At that time, I took advantage of the influence of my uncle Roosevelt and asked my uncle, who was the governor of New York at that time, to give a speech at Harvard, so the newspapers absorbed me as an assistant. Ryan ran for president. I offered to visit the principal. Principal Elliot knew that I was the nephew of Roosevelt, so he interviewed me. In order to get votes for my uncle, I said to the principal: "If your vote represents Your beliefs, you should be willing to put your influence on the balance.' Elliott immediately agreed to my request, on behalf of Harvard University to strongly support the election of cousin. This matter was not only published in the "Crimson" On the Internet, other major newspapers in the United States also reprinted it. I am now a celebrity at Harvard University. I am also very interested in politics. It is undeniable that I am leaning toward the Democratic Party, and I hope that I can enter politics as a Democrat in the future. I once told this decision to my uncle, who is a Republican, and was scolded by him. Call me a despicable bastard! A traitor, and our relationship began to froze." Roosevelt Jr. spoke clearly, thought quickly, and spoke in a reasonable and restrained manner, possessing the talent of an orator.

Guan Xuqing and Tang Shaoyi smiled at each other. Now he can be sure that Roosevelt Jr. has all the characteristics of a politician.

Roosevelt suddenly looked very depressed, and said, "Your Majesty, I remember that you told me that I would be the President of the United States in the future. Is this a joke or is it true?"

Guan Xuqing smiled and said, "Of course it's true, I never joke."

"However, now I have very little confidence in my career in politics. Several years of study and social activities have made me understand that to become a politician is not enough to have ideals, the key is to have someone to support. Although the current president is a An excellent politician and my cousin, but we have too many differences in political positions, I can hardly get any support from him, and this is what I am most distressed at the moment."

Roosevelt said sadly.

"I see. I can tell you that since I said you would be president, you will definitely do so in the future. The reality has proved that your cousin Roosevelt's policy of adding money with a big stick is outdated. After the financial turmoil, He and his credibility in the United States have plummeted, so you don't have to care about his every move. So old Roosevelt is nothing at all, with my support, you will definitely get what you want." Guan Xuqing stared into Roosevelt's eyes word by word Said: "Remember, even if the whole world doesn't believe you or support you in the future, I will always be optimistic about you."

Roosevelt looked at the Chinese emperor in disbelief, unable to speak for a long time, his eyes gradually flushed, he bowed deeply, and when he got up again, tears were streaming down his face.

In Tokyo, in a secret room on the fifth floor of the General Staff Headquarters, an absolutely confidential meeting is being held.The people who participated in this meeting mainly included Major Suzuki Sadaichi, the representative of the young and strong faction of the General Staff Headquarters, Mori Ke, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Yoshida Shigeru, the Consul General in Fengtian, Hiroshi Saito, the Consul General in New York, etc.The meeting was convened under the instigation of the new Prime Minister Yoshiichi Tanaka. It mainly discussed a series of major issues concerning China policy and development. The most important thing was to determine the theme of the upcoming Eastern Conference.

The day before that, Mori Ke suddenly came to Suzuki Sadaichi. Suzuki Sadaichi felt very strange. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the General Staff Headquarters had never been in the past. What did Sen Ke's sudden visit mean?
After the two met, Suzuki Sadaichi asked impatiently: "Mr. Mori, what is it that you are so eager to see me?"

Senke smiled mysteriously and said: "It is very difficult for politicians and military departments to really get together. It is very difficult to solve the problem. In any case, we must talk sincerely. I am looking for you to discuss the Eastern Conference according to Prime Minister Mr. Tanaka."

"Really? The Prime Minister convened the Eastern Conference mainly for China's affairs. What do you think of it?"

Senke said: "You know whether the so-called Eastern Conference is aimed at China. For so many years, China has been suppressing the development of a great empire. If it wants to rise, it must plan for China's weak points. Now China is falling into the Amidst natural and man-made disasters, this is an excellent time for development. Therefore, Prime Minister Tanaka proposed the idea of ​​holding an Eastern Conference. We must first implant our interests in the Manchurian and Mongolian regions, and start to expand outward from this center. In that area, Mitsui and other conglomerates have invested heavily. This is part of economic penetration. However, China’s territory is too large. If we want to achieve economic penetration, we don’t know how much we will have to pay. , as well as land issues, commercial lease issues, and various disputes must be resolved gradually from beginning to end."

Suzuki Sadaichi agreed with this, "This plan, just in terms of policy, is to separate Manchuria from mainland China and make it another region, so that China's political forces can enter this land and this region, and make it a peaceful place in the East." The basis of this. This should be the policy center of all domestic, foreign, armament, and all other affairs of government that should be done."

Senke nodded and said, "That's right. But now that this plan is suddenly brought to the cabinet for discussion, the minister may not agree. This is exactly what I am worried about."

Suzuki Sadaichi smiled and said: "Isn't it the task of you politicians to persuade ministers?"

Mori Ke also smiled: "In short, in this regard, I can't do it alone. It just so happened that the Consul General in Fengtian (Mao) Yoshida was in Tokyo, and we held a meeting to discuss this matter. What do you think? Like?' "Okay, since it's Prime Minister Tanaka's intention, I have no choice but to obey. "Suzuki Sadaichi said.

The meeting officially started.Mori Ke first stated what Prime Minister Tanaka meant.Then he said: "This plan must be carried out when China is not vigilant at all. Otherwise, it is likely to cause great dissatisfaction in China."

Hiroshi Saito, who just came back from the United States, said: "Mr. Mori is very reasonable. China is now facing great difficulties. I think this provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the Eastern Conference to be held. In addition, I think it is not Some kind of opportunity can be found in the diplomatic game between China and the United States, that is, trying to get the support of the United States or Western powers."

Suzuki Sadaichi thought for a while and said: "It's not that simple. The major European countries are firmly controlled by China through the Eastern Aid Plan. The United States has just defended a financial storm. It may not be easy to pull them to deal with China together." ah."

Shigeru Yoshida suddenly said: "Can you consider using the influence of the Germans? Don't forget that they have just formed a new government, and there may be some subtle changes in their China policy."

(End of this chapter)