Rebirth of the Northern Giants

Looking at these new weapons, Ye Zhikui couldn't help sighing: No wonder it is said that war can promote the development of science and technology. After the end of the Sino-Russian War, the Chinese not only gained valuable experience, but also put forward various proposals because of various situations on the battlefield. The point of view of weapons, whether it is to pick faults or have sincere ideas, has made these weapons have made great progress.

After seeing the army equipment, Ye Zhikui will not let the air force equipment go. In addition to the original airship research, the intelligence personnel in the United States are also continuously sending some new foreign aircraft information back to China through various channels.

To say that Feng Ru is a really good young man with the potential to be a spy. Not only has he gained a foothold in the company of the Wright Brothers, but he seems to have hooked up with the daughter of the Wright family. He is hardworking and has the spirit of research. He also has his own uniqueness in airplanes. Seeing that he was also interested in aircraft, the Wright brothers unreservedly read some materials with him. With the combined efforts of the three of them, the research on aircraft was much faster.

Of course, today's aircraft has not attracted the attention of all countries after all. Feng Ru sent a lot of information to the Intelligence Department while the two brothers were not paying attention, and the Intelligence Department sent it back to China. The aircraft research team led by Hua Hengfang relied on Based on these materials, the Chinese began to develop their own aircraft.

It is a pity that during Ye Zhikui's inspection this time, there is no actual aircraft, only a small model placed in the research room.

Ye Zhikui spent the whole day here, and he couldn't say anything other than being amazed. After having dinner with the scientists of the High-tech Institute, Ye Zhikui repeatedly emphasized that we must ensure the safety of the people here. Meals, materially, give these people the greatest support.

In the end, Ye Zhikui took Hua Hengfang's hand, not knowing what to say, these people did so many things in silence without seeking fame or gain.

Not long after returning to Beijing, Ye Zhikui learned that Ryukyu King Shangtai asked to see him.

The Ryukyu King set off from Taiwan, and after a month, he arrived in Beijing slowly. The first thing he did was, of course, ask to see Ye Zhikui.

"Going down to the country, Shang Tai, to meet the President of the Heavenly Dynasty" Shang Tai bent down, and was about to kneel down to salute Ye Zhikui. Behind him, a little girl with a round face like a bun looked at Ye Zhikui curiously.

Seeing Ye Zhikui's eyes sweeping over, he shyly pulled the hem of his clothes and hid behind the Ryukyu King.

Ye Zhikui took a step forward and said with a smile, "The king of Ryukyu must not perform such a grand ceremony. Now China is the Republic of China, and Ye Zhikui is the president, not the emperor, so the ceremony of kneeling has long been abolished."

A pair of strong and powerful hands supported Shang Tai, preventing him from kneeling down.

After struggling a little, Shang Tai stood up and said gratefully: "Thank you, President, for your concern for Xiao Wang, for upholding justice, and saving my Ryukyu royal family from fire and water, otherwise, we are still under the clutches of the Japanese at this time."

Then he pulled the daughter behind him, his face sank slightly, and he reprimanded: "I haven't seen the president soon."

Shang Qing blushed and lowered her head, said shortly and impolitely: "Little girl Shang Qing, I have met the President."

She has lived in a cage since she was a child, and has never seen many outsiders. After being rescued, she suddenly became a high-ranking princess. Until now, she still seems to be in a dream, so she is not sociable and afraid of others.

Ye Zhikui raised his hand, looked left and right, and said with a smile: "Give me a seat of tea for the Ryukyu King."

Not long after, Shang Tai sat on the chair with half of his buttocks, conscientiously daring not to look at Ye Zhikui, while Shang Qing sat peacefully, looking quiet and nervous.

"I don't know if the Ryukyu king is used to eating in the capital?" Ye Zhikui asked with a cough, breaking the quiet and slightly awkward atmosphere.

Shang Tai quickly replied: "My Ryukyu diet is exactly the same as the Central Plains diet, with the same origin."

"In that case, I would like to ask the Ryukyu King to stay in the capital for a while longer. Now that China has sent troops to deal with the Japanese, I believe that Ryukyu will be able to restore the country in a short time. It will not be too late for the Ryukyu King to return." Ye Zhikui said with narrowed eyes.

Shang Tai sighed, and said bleakly: "It has been many years since the country was destroyed and the family was destroyed, and the Ryukyu Kingdom has long since ceased to exist. Now even if Shangguo can take back Ryukyu from the Japanese, Shang is not willing to be a Ryukyu king anymore. "

Ye Zhikui tentatively asked, "What does the Ryukyu King mean?"

Shang Tai said cautiously: "Nowadays, even the upper dynasty calls it the Republic of China. Shang is willing to lead the Ryukyu royal family to join the Republic of China and become a small citizen of the Republic of China. As for the land of Ryukyu, I believe the people of Ryukyu are also willing to merge with China."

Ye Zhikui thought about it silently. Before that, he really didn't spy on the small country of Ryukyu. At most, he would lease some land for military use. But now the Ryukyu king doesn't know whether it's true or not. Anyway, he has said that he is willing to merge with China. Ye Zhikui naturally wouldn't push it out.

"In this case, Ryukyu is an autonomous province, and its status is equal to that of Taiwan. As for you, the king of Ryukyu, you must be the governor." Ye Zhikui replied with a smile on his face.

Afraid that Ryukyu King Shangtai would not know the definition of an autonomous province, Ye Zhikui explained: "The so-called autonomous province, except for diplomatic and military affairs, the appointment and removal of other officials are decided by the provincial government."

It is somewhat similar to the policy of Hong Kong people ruling Hong Kong in later generations.

Shang Tai was full of emotions, but since Ye Zhikui assured him to go back to Ryukyu, he was still a little grateful. In fact, he had been worried that Ye Zhikui would not let him go back because he was afraid that he would be too prestige in Ryukyu.

"The president values ​​Shang so much, so Shang won't shirk it anymore." Shang Tai bowed slightly, glanced at Shang Qing apologetically, and suddenly said: "The little girl is only twenty-eight years old, and she is not yet married. The President is interested,"

Ye Zhikui also didn't expect Shang Tai to play such an act with him suddenly, probably because the Ryukyu king was still worried that he would be bad for the Ryukyu royal family.

When Shang Qing heard his father's words, he was obviously taken aback, opened his mouth slightly in surprise, then buried his head in Shang Tai's arms, not daring to look at Ye Zhikui.

Shang Taisheng was afraid that Ye Zhikui would not agree, so he continued: "The little girl will be a wife and concubine, and let the president handle it."

Ye Zhikui smiled awkwardly, and said: "We will discuss this matter later, China and Japan are now at war, and it will not be too late for us to talk about it after Ryukyu is taken back."

Chapter 287, The Second Volume of The Imperial Palace, American Worries

Chapter 287 American Worries

The Republic of China declared war on Japan, and Japan was not to be outdone. Soon after, Japanese Prime Minister Hirobumi Ito issued a declaration of war against China. Beyond the Anglo-Boer War.

On the morning of the day when Japan declared war on China, Ye Zhikui received a delegation from the International Olympic Committee from Greece.

The International Olympic Committee has decided to hold the first modern Olympic Games in Athens, the capital of Greece, in April this year. As a powerful country in the East, the Greeks naturally hope that China can participate. Invitation letter, also sent a commissioner to China to persuade.

But what makes people laugh and cry is that after the Greek commissioner came to China, he was at a loss and didn't know which department to go to.

Because there is no official official sports organization in China at this time, we had to go around and find the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China. A small official of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs saw the invitation letter and threw it aside without thinking. What sports games, don't waste our time, we are already very busy with Japan, and there is still the mind to care about your Greek Olympic Games.

Fortunately, the Greek commissioner inherited the spirit of the ancient Greek marathon race, and he would not give up until he reached his goal. He was so determined that he got a message from somewhere, and even knocked on the imperial drum outside the Forbidden City. This drum is used by the people who have some great grievances to go to Beijing to sue the imperial court.

After ringing, after some twists and turns, Ye Zhikui finally found out.

The first modern Olympic Games still has a certain historical significance. China sent people to participate, which can increase its international influence. In addition, the spirit of this Greek man really moved Ye Zhikui.

Ye Zhikui took some time to meet him, and without thinking for a long time, Ye Zhikui agreed to the invitation, saying that the Chinese side would definitely send people to participate.

After the Greek handed over the competition schedule and projects to the Chinese government, he returned home with a smile on his face.

Since there was no sports department, Ye Zhikui didn't want to be troubled now, so he left the matter to the academic department, and asked the gang of old men to select more than [-] students from the school to participate in the Athens Olympics as athletes and win glory for the country.

In the afternoon of that day, Ye Zhikui learned that Japan had declared war on China. After hearing the news, Ye Zhikui did not take it seriously, but he did not expect that foreign governments would attach great importance to it. Americans, French, Germans appeared.

U.S. Minister Tian Xiali even submitted a formal letter of invitation, hoping to meet Ye Zhikui. They complained about China's blockade of the Sea of ​​Japan.

The meeting place was in the President's Office in the Summer Palace. Ye Zhikui knew that even if Tian Xiali felt uncomfortable, he would not express it immediately when Sino-US relations were relatively peaceful.

"Your Excellency, China and Japan have declared war on each other. The war is inevitable. Washington and Europe are very concerned." Tian Xiali couldn't see any expression on his face, and what he said was polite.

Ye Zhikui nodded indifferently, and with a smile signaled Yang Du next to him to serve him a cup of tea. Seeing Tian Xiali from above the teacup, Ye Zhikui shook his head helplessly.

Obviously, Tian Xiali's attitude towards Ye Zhikui was very helpless, so he had no choice but to start a personal relationship, first of all, he began to change his address.

"Ye, I know that you Orientals are more reserved, but let me tell you frankly that your Chinese plan to block the Sea of ​​Japan has seriously affected the normal business exchanges between us Americans and Japanese. You must know that our American country is different from your Chinese. , The influence of businessmen is great, and they have put a lot of pressure on the president through the parliament."

Tian Xiali spread his hands, frowned and continued to himself: "So, Ye, I hope that your government will be lenient towards us legitimate businessmen in the United States."

Ye Zhikui replied nonchalantly: "Mr. Minister, you must know that the Japanese bought a large amount of arms from Europe through sea transportation. I have to be responsible for our soldiers. This is a last resort. Our Chinese government believes that As an ally, the United States will not sell arms to Japan. In terms of normal business exchanges, I believe that the trade between the United States and Japan will not be as large as the trade between China and the United States. Do you, the United States, want to do business with the Japanese? Give up doing business with me Chinese?"

You Americans are making dead money, and you are in the arms business. I believe you will not sell arms to little devils. Ye Zhikui pushed back with a big nail.

And even if it is a legitimate business, selling ore to Japan, it will eventually be converted into guns and ammunition.

Tian Xiali fished his head in embarrassment, and said: "Dear President, that's not what you said. You don't have to pay too much money. Although the business with the Japanese can't be compared with your country, it is still a lot of money. Businessmen in our country can’t afford to lose. If your country keeps blocking the Sea of ​​Japan, our businessmen will definitely have contacts with the Japanese for profit. According to your country’s indiscriminate attacks, if a conflict between China and the United States is caused, it will be It will directly affect the relationship between your country and our country."