Rebirth of the Northern Giants

Tian Xiali's words almost contained some threatening elements.

Ye Zhikui frowned slightly, feeling upset, and was about to speak.

Tian Xiali changed his words and said with a smile: "In fact, the president of our country just wants to know when the war between your country and Japan will end. What is your country's bottom line for this war? Judging from the declaration of war issued by your country, your country I just hope that the Japanese can return Ryukyu, but after Japan proposed to return Ryukyu, it seems that your country’s attitude has changed and you are unwilling to return to the negotiating table.”

Ye Zhikui suddenly realized that he understood what the Americans were worried about. They were obviously afraid that China would completely occupy Japan and destroy Japan, which would affect their interests no matter which country it was.

Under the premise that there is no world war now, all countries still have the leisure to meddle in their own business, and they will not sit back and watch China perish and Japan.

"Mr. Minister." Ye Zhikui did not answer immediately, but thought for a while, stood up, walked to the world map hanging next to him, clicked on Japan, smiled at Tian Xiali, and asked, "Excuse me, what is the relative territory of Japan?" How about my China?"

Without thinking about it, Tian Xiali replied with a smile: "Compared to your country, Japan is like the difference between an ant and an elephant."

"Since this is the case, do you think China will launch this war to occupy Japan? Mr. Minister, I am not afraid to tell you clearly that China has not been an aggressive country since ancient times. For a small country like Japan, even we China has occupied it, and I believe no Chinese is willing to live on this small island, so it is useless for China to occupy it." Ye Zhikui said firmly, as to how credible it is, it is a matter of opinion.

Tian Xiali was taken aback for a moment, then smiled, and said incomprehensibly: "Since your country has no intention of Japanese territory, why did your Excellency the President go all out to launch a war after Japan proposed to return Ryukyu?"

Ye Zhikui sighed heavily, and replied: "This is because your Excellency doesn't understand the grievances between China and Japan. I have no intention of Japanese territory on the Chinese side, but the Japanese have been spying on my Central Plains. If we Chinese don't give them a bloody If I teach them a lesson, they will only become more and more rampant. China has a vast territory, and I am very satisfied, but not everyone can peek at it at will. There is an old saying in China, that is, those who offend China will be punished even if they are far away."

Even Tian Xiali did not dare to look directly at the frenzy in Ye Zhikui's eyes, Na Na said: "Since your country has no plan to conquer Japan, how far does your country hope to reach before you stop?"

Ye Zhikui returned to his seat, first took a sip of tea, let out a long sigh of satisfaction, and then said calmly: "First of all, Japan must apologize for their unprovoked occupation of Ryukyu these years, and The war criminals of the past must also plead guilty and compensate us for our losses."

With the character of the Japanese who refuse to admit it, Ye Zhikui believes that they will never do these things until they are in poverty.

"I believe that after the Japanese are defeated once or twice, our government will help your country to let the Japanese accept these conditions." Tian Xiali said indifferently. He believed that the Japanese would at least agree to some conditions if the Americans came forward. It will never work to think about Orientals with Western thinking.

Tian Xiali relaxed, then gave Ye Zhikui a meaningful look, then retracted his gaze, raised his eyebrows, and said: "Your Excellency, I believe you have also learned that the French and the British have recently stood up and spoke for Japan , Japanese Foreign Minister Mutsu Munemitsu has already left France for the UK. I believe they will conclude an alliance to resist your country's threat together. Germany also values ​​your country very much. I don't know if your country will conclude an alliance with Germany ?”

World diplomacy is changing, Germany and France are feuds, France and Britain are allied, and France and Russia originally had an alliance treaty, dealing not only with China, but also with Germany in the European continent.

The Germans are obviously not fuel-efficient lamps. They have long concluded the Triple Alliance with the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the Kingdom of Italy. It is not impossible to bring in another China in Asia.

The Yankees are now vacillating on both sides. It seems that Tian Xiali is not only here today for Sino-Japanese relations, but more importantly, to test whether China has any shady relations with Germany, so as to adjust his foreign relations.

Ye Zhikui, who understood, couldn't help remembering that Wilhelm II sent an enthusiastic congratulatory telegram to the Chinese government a few days ago.

The relationship between China and Germany has also heated up rapidly because of this telegram. Ye Zhikui believes that Wilhelm II will not be too idle to send himself a telegram, and it is sent with great fanfare, lest others will not know. The meaning is Quite intriguing, no, the Americans are like cats smelling fish, and they immediately come to the door.

But Ye Zhikui didn't want to make a choice so early. Since the Americans can have both sides, they can choose the bargaining chip at the end. Why can't China do this.

Thinking clearly, Ye Zhikui replied with a smile: "Mr. Minister, you are too worried. Now China has more than enough energy to deal with Japan, and there is still time to care about the affairs of the European continent. As long as other countries do not target China, China has no intention of fighting with Japan." other countries as enemies."

Tian Xiali is obviously dissatisfied with this answer. You have already competed with the British, and Britain and France tend to side with Japan. It is strange that you have no opinion in your heart.

But Ye Zhikui continued: "Mr. Minister, the friendship between China and the United States can stand the test. There is no conflict between China and the United States. Even if you form an alliance with other countries, it will not replace your country in my heart."

Ye Zhikui did not intend to say that Sino-US relations should take precedence over Sino-German relations.

Tian Xiali couldn't help showing a smile when he heard this, stood up and said, "In this case, I believe what the President said, and hope that your country can end the war with Japan as soon as possible."

Of course, Ye Zhikui would not fully believe what Tian Xiali said from the bottom of his heart. No one could tell how much truth Tian Xiali said. Lying is a necessary talent for a politician.

After Tian Xiali left, Ye Zhikui was silent for a moment, and then found Wang Shizhen and Li Hongzhang.

After being reminded by the Americans, Ye Zhikui found that there was a big loophole in his policy towards Japan, that is, how to deal with Japan once it was defeated.

Completely occupy Japan, conquer the hearts of the Japanese, and integrate into Greater China, not to mention the interference of other countries, even the Japanese themselves will definitely not succumb.

It is only a thought to slaughter all the Japanese. The Japanese are not ants, they are all killed by stepping on them.

Soliciting some money from Japan to force Japan to sign an unequal treaty with China, Ye Zhikui is unwilling to do so. When the Japanese recover, needless to say, they will continue to fight against China.

Ye Zhikui hopes to completely solve Japan, so that the Japanese will never recover.

Therefore, this requires a certain technical content.

Not long after, Li Hongzhang appeared outside the door leaning on his sandalwood crutch with a hunched body.

As soon as Fang Fang walked to the door, he saw Ye Zhikui's eyes closed tightly, his brows were uncomfortable.

Li Hongzhang coughed lightly, awakening Ye Zhikui, walked in slowly, and said with a smile: "Is the President worrying about foreign affairs?"

Ye Zhikui sighed and said, "William II has created a problem for us in China."

Li Hongzhang was very clear about the thoughts of the Germans, and asked in puzzlement: "France and Britain are at odds with China, so can the president still choose them?"

Ye Zhikui shook his head, stretched out his hand to let him sit down, curled his lips, and said indifferently: "There are no eternal friends and enemies between countries, only eternal interests. For their own interests, even feuds can come together .”

Britain and Russia used to be feuds, but now they are slowly coming together.

Li Hongzhang frowned, and continued to ask: "Is the President so unfavorable to Germany?"

"Germany is surrounded by powerful enemies on all sides. Wilhelm II didn't know how to unite vertically and horizontally, and he was drifting away from the surrounding countries. I, Ye Zhikui, looked down on his allies. Once he formed an alliance with Britain, France and Russia, in case the United States If people take part in Europe, most of the winners and losers will still not be on the side of the Germans." Ye Zhikui directly described the situation of World War I in later generations.

Forget about Italians playing football. They are really unreliable.

And if China forms an alliance with Germany, it is really not worthwhile.

While the two were talking, Wang Shizhen walked in unhurriedly, and after saluting the two, she found a random seat and sat down.

Ye Zhikui clapped his hands, put aside these long-term concerns in advance, and said with a smile: "Okay, the soldiers are here to cover the water and soil, let's solve the urgent need first."

Li Hongzhang thought that Ye Zhikui was looking for him to discuss the meeting with the American envoy just now, but now that he heard it, it was obviously not the case.

"Prince, is the third phase of the war plan against Japan complete?" Ye Zhikui asked Wang Shizhen directly.

The first stage is a sea battle, the second stage is a blockade, and the third stage is a land battle.

Wang Shizhen first smiled at Li Hongzhang, and then said: "North Korea has agreed to send troops. The troops of Jinan Military Region, Nanjing Military Region, and Vladivostok Military Region have assembled, and we are waiting for the President's order."

The reason why North Korea is required to participate is that North Korea's geographical location accounts for a large factor. Today's Vladivostok port is still frozen, and the troops of Nie Shicheng must detour North Korea to quickly fight against Japan.

The little guy from North Korea is still very competent now. Last time we went to Vladivostok to make a fortune together. He must be unwilling to lag behind when dealing with the Japanese.

"That's right, the New First Division has arrived at the Jinan Military Region, right?" Ye Zhikui asked with a smile.

The newly-built First Division was established on the basis of the unsuccessful candidates in the National Defense Military Academy. Because the soldiers have a certain cultural foundation, they are trained strictly and used as a trump card. Use it first, so Ye Zhikui is more concerned.

Wang Shizhen nodded and replied casually, "I arrived in Shandong yesterday."

Ye Zhikui smiled in satisfaction, and then asked: "The two of you are here today to find a proper way to deal with Japan."

Ye Zhikui first said what he was thinking, and then looked at the frowning and silent two.

"I understand what the President means. This is really a difficult problem. It is not difficult to occupy the Japanese land, but it may not be easy to conquer the hearts of the Japanese."

Wang Shizhen stroked her beard with her hand, her head kept turning.