Hidden Dragon in Qing Dynasty

"Can you shrink it by half? No, I want it higher, so they must reduce its size to over 60%, and its weight must also be reduced! "

"Send the order that the armory will produce a special large hot air balloon. All costs incurred will be charged to me alone!"

Although he was a guest of Prussia, in reality, he already possessed a certain level of authority. In the headquarters in Berlin, in the General Command during the Franco-Prussian War, he had an office for Xiao Letian.

Generally speaking, Xiao Letian's orders to the Prussians would not be rejected as long as it was not too bizarre. However, today's order gave the logistics officials a headache.

He directly gave the Military Research Institute an administrative order, and even wanted the ordnance factory to allocate a certain amount of capacity to produce hot air balloons?

Money was a small matter, and everyone spent it. But don't forget that the research institute and the weapons factory had production plans for next year, and there was no manpower to fulfill the Führer's demands.

Not long later, Bismark walked in with Xiao Letian's document. "Dear Xiao! What are you doing? "Did you mess up our production plans?"

"Oh …" "My Prime Minister, please support me. This is just a personal request of mine. All costs do not have to be covered by the Imperial Army …"

"It's not a matter of money or not. Prussia might be in a tight financial situation right now, but they won't need your money! But I want to know what you're up to. "

After saying that, Bismark's eyes suddenly lit up with a strange expression as he said: "Could it be? Are you really dreaming about making that thing? "

Xiao Letian nodded his head, "It can be considered as my big toy! That's why I didn't use the Empire's military funds … "You don't have to look at me like that. What if you succeed?"

Bismark sighed and shook his head, "I really can't advise you anymore …. "How about this, I'll introduce someone to you later. Leave your processing tasks to him!"

"Who?" Xiao Letian asked.

"It's a noble from the Kingdom of Württemberg. She's only 32 years old this year and is currently managing the business of the family in Berlin. She has the same fanatical hobbies as you!"

"His name is Ferdinand. Von. Qi Bolin! "

Damn, Xiao Letian cursed himself in his heart. How did I forget about this guy? It was in the prime of my life that this plan of mine went to him.

"However, Leader, you have to be careful. This Mr. Qi Bolin is even more ambitious than you. If you really cooperate with him, you might end up losing money, and the investment he wants is not a small amount!"

"No problem. As long as you can round up my dream, I will give it up no matter the cost!" "Tell this Mr. Qi Bolin that if the airship succeeds, I will allow him to be crowned with me!"

"As for the internal combustion engine, I still have to ask for your help to miniaturize and quantify the gasoline engines. I'm afraid that's not a problem that we can solve!"

Qi Bolin airship! The famous Qi Bolin airship in history! There weren't many technical difficulties at the moment, so all he needed was sufficient start-up funds.

The combustion of the internal combustion engine could produce sufficient power and heat, which were all essential elements of an airship. When an airship could throw away the heavy old coal, its stability and endurance would be greatly improved.

The most important thing was that once the airship gained its own power, it would be of great military utility!

Bismark really couldn't refuse Xiao Letian's request. In the end, he could only agree and order the research institute to produce a small scale internal combustion engine to meet the leader's demands.

When Bismark's secretary took the documents signed by the Prime Minister and left, the two of them lit up a cigar and sat on the deck chair to rest. This period of time was simply too tiring, the average resting time was less than three hours.

"No pressure from France these days?" Xiao Letian blew a smoke ring.

"Hehe …" Yesterday, they sent another telegram. From the time Napoleon III's ultimatum was sent, the French side had already sent six strong statements! "

"All of them mean the same thing. They want Prussia to cut off the connection between you and me right away! It seems like French Emperor has hardened his heart to use you as a scapegoat to pacify the anger of the people! "

"I can understand it!" Xiao Letian said nonchalantly, "The French Emperor and the rest aren't even ready for a war yet. They haven't even filled in the gaps in the new type of rifles yet, so they don't dare to start a war with Prussia!"

"At this time, it would be a good way to calm the anger of the people if we were to put all the fire on my head and temporarily stop the conflict with Prussia!"

"Mud and mud!" "First, use me as a shield to calm the anger of the people. When they are fully prepared, they will naturally turn their guns against you, Prussia!"

Bismark sneered, "It's a pity that French Emperor underestimated my Prussian fighting spirit! This battle can no longer be avoided! "

"How are you preparing your final trump card?" Prime Minister Iron-Blood turned to Xiao Letian and asked.

"As you wish! This gift pack will be delivered on the occasion of the French National Day! "

Hahaha, the two of them looked at each other and laughed out loud.

The whole of June was overcast with anxious clouds. The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs sent a telegram to Prussia almost every other day, and each telegram was strongly worded.

In order to appease the anger of the citizens of the country, French Emperor had actually ordered the details of the diplomatic negotiations, which should not have been made public, to be published in the newspapers.

The citizens of Paris could all see what the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had said to the Prussian.

Towards the end, the French Emperor had even threatened to start a war. He reminded Prussia that if they still ignored the calls of justice from the The French people before the French National Day holiday, Prussia would face the most severe punishment!

The strong speech from French Emperor was like a bucket of boiling oil that had been poured over them. The hearts of the people of the entire France were thoroughly excited.

Although countless rational voices were warning the French Emperor, there was no other way out for Napoleon III. This was because ever since the ultimatum had been given, those voices of opposition in the country had actually disappeared.

The citizens seemed to have suddenly returned to the time when the empire had just been established. The hearts of the citizens had focused on the emperor's voice!

As the days passed, the tough France started to give in and Prussia started to shrink back. Although Prime Minister Iron-Blood Bismark did not go his own way with the Chinese, his public statements became much weaker.

"I hope the respected French Emperor can remain calm! Diplomatic negotiations require time. There is nothing that cannot be discussed, but an ultimatum is not advisable! "

"As long as His Majesty can cancel the ultimatum and give us sufficient time to negotiate, we can hold a summit meeting in the neutral country. That is the sincerity of Prussia!"

Bismark's declaration immediately made the entire country boil up, all the newspapers and people's gathering venue shouted excitedly!

Bismark admits defeat! Prussia admits defeat! "

"Long live France! Go to Jena! To restore the glory of the Empire! "