Steel Dynasty - Chapter 1013

[Chapter 1006 Expulsion]

The sunlight in the Zhengda Guangming Hall was blocked by a dark cloud in the sky at some point, making the hall slightly dark.

Brooke’s face didn’t look very clear in this light, but everyone could feel his nervousness.

In fact, Brooke’s nervous heart was trembling now. Almost all of the conditions proposed by this emperor exceeded the bottom line he had drawn up before coming here.

Queen Victoria and the House of Representatives did not understand one issue. This negotiation was not with any European country. They were facing a distant Eastern Empire.

In his opinion, the strength of this empire is even better than that of Britain. In this negotiation, they have no cards to play.

“Dear Your Majesty, I can’t agree to any of these requests because they exceed all the bottom lines we provide. I hope Your Majesty can make reasonable suggestions.” Brooke’s expression became more and more solemn.

“Reasonable suggestions?” Xiao Ming showed a playful smile, “Allowing you British to establish diplomatic relations with the Chinese Empire and exchange your needs is the greatest mercy I can give you. As for Nanyang, you Europeans cannot get involved. I would like to advise you that it is better to accept the current conditions, otherwise I will have to personally drive you out of the Southeast Asian countries. “

“Your Majesty…”

Brooke was desperate. He had been wandering for more than half a year before arriving here, but now he may have nothing to do. After the success was achieved, he said, “Your Majesty, please allow me to go back and convey these conditions to the British Parliament and the Queen. I think we will be able to establish a stable relationship.”

Xiao Ming was a little disappointed. He wanted to use negotiations to win over the Nanyang colonies. It was impossible to come, so he said coldly: “Of course you can, but remember, before the negotiations have achieved results, the Chinese Empire and Britain are in a state of war.”

Brooke’s face turned completely dark. The emperor just said The threat is obvious, because it is natural for a country in a state of war to take any offensive actions.

Perhaps this time around, all British colonies will be in the hands of the Chinese Empire.

“In that case, farewell!” Brooke was helpless. He had no right to sell the colony.

Watching Brooke and his party leave the hall, Zhan Xingchang said: “I’m afraid this negotiation with Britain and France will end in vain. The most effective way to make these countries outside the region recognize the reality is war.”

Yang Chengye said: “This time they are going to The purpose of coming here is just to have a truce with us so that they can gain more preparation time. The two can exchange their needs and they can get our technology. These Europeans are really well-calculated.”

Xiao Ming nodded slightly .

Nodding, he said: “What Mr. Yang Ge said is absolutely true. That’s why I put forward these conditions. But since we can’t get what we want through negotiation, the only solution is to use war.” “

The military reform has been completed. Now is a good time to use troops.” Fiji stroked his beard and smiled softly.

Pang Yukun said, “Britain’s talks have collapsed. It is estimated that France will not be much better. As the emperor said, it is still not easy to completely subdue Britain and France in Asia.”

Xiao Ming was noncommittal, and he then asked Qian Dafu to call Henry. When he went to the palace, he made a similar request. Like Brooke, Henry chose to refuse, and he was more straightforward than Brooke.

Within an hour, the British and French envoys left one after another, and the negotiation ultimately ended in failure.

“Get ready for war!”

Xiao Ming made his decision in the Zhengda Guangming Palace.

…

Outside the palace gate, Brooke was waiting for Henry. When he saw Henry coming out with a dejected face, he said: “It seems that the result of your negotiation is not much better.”

“So, it seems that what you are talking about must be very good .”

Oops.” Henry judged Brooke’s situation from Brooke’s tone.

Nodding, Brooke said directly: “It failed. This greedy emperor asked for too high a price, which is unacceptable to Britain.”

“Same for me, but this is exactly the result I need.” Henry revealed his mystery smile.

France seems strong now, but in fact it is full of internal contradictions. The army has already criticized Andre’s rule. If the war in Asia fails, public opinion will make Andre step down early. They need a stronger leader.

Brooke obviously couldn’t understand what Henry meant. He said: “This is a strange statement. Maybe we should talk about cooperation now. Are you so ready to throw away your colonies?”

“A divided Europe cannot fight against the Chinese Empire. Only the entire Only when Europe is bathed in the glory of France will we have the possibility of victory,” Henry said coldly.

Brooke was startled for a moment. He suddenly felt a little uneasy. Based on the news he had received, it seemed that all terrible changes were taking place in France.

This change went against the purpose of the French Revolution and carried the ghost of imperial restoration.

He was about to ask further questions when Tang Wenjie came out of the palace gate and came to the two of them.

“My emperor has an order that envoys from Britain and France are not allowed to stay in Qingzhou and must leave the territory of the Chinese Empire as soon as possible.” Tang Wenjie looked businesslike.

Brooke sighed. He was planning to stay in Qingzhou for a while to observe the place. Now this possibility has been completely eliminated. It is obvious that the emperor has no face for them.

With a sigh, Henry and Brooke followed Tang Wenjie to the station with the mission personnel, and they would return under Tang Wenjie’s supervision.

While Brooke and Henry were being deported, Xiao Ming returned to the imperial study, and then he summoned the chief of staff, Cui Shangan.

Niu Ben and Luo Quan formally requested him to retire during the military reform, and he agreed to their requests. After that, the Military Aircraft Department was abolished, except for the General Staff Department.

Cui Shangan, who used to be Luo Quan’s adjutant in the General Staff Department, was promoted by him. Through this military reform, the functions of the General Staff Headquarters have also been refined. First, his orders will go directly to each military region through the General Staff Headquarters. Secondly, the General Staff Headquarters Establish a logistics department and an equipment department, the third of which is responsible for formulating combat plans.

Generally speaking, after the military reform, his leadership of the army will be more direct.

“Your Majesty.”

Cui Shangan looked excited as he stood in front of Xiao Ming.

Just a year ago, he was depressed. Unexpectedly, he first entered the general staff from the Qingzhou Army at that time, and now he became the chief officer of the general staff in the blink of an eye.

Many officials regard Cui Shang’an’s rise to power as the emperor’s check and balance on the Fei family. After all, Cui Shang’an is the brother of the current imperial concubine. There are also rumors that the emperor repays his kindness. This is the reward for King Huainan’s initiative to reduce the vassal.

But no matter what the reason is, Cui Shangan is quite proud now.

(End of chapter)