c_t; Zhang Yi and Li Hongzhang talked about the sunset from noon before returning to their post house, and when they returned to the post house, it was already time to hold the lamp. [ ]

Zhang Yi had just arrived at the door, Wu Peifu was standing at the door and was watching, and when he saw Zhang Yi coming back, he hurriedly stepped forward and shouted, "My lord, you can come back." The German legation has arrived, and I have come to meet you, and I am waiting in the living room. ”

Zhang Yi was shocked in his heart, and said in his heart: "These Germans are really anxious, I wanted to see them a day or two later, but I didn't expect that I would come directly to the door, so it's okay, seeing their anxious looks, I can bargain with them." ”

Zhang Yi thought in his heart, and asked, "How many people are here from the legation, who are they?" ”

Wu Peifu replied in a low voice: "My lord, there are five people here, namely the German Minister to China Barland, the military attache of the German Embassy in China Baldgan, the special envoy of the German Mission to China and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Walter, the chairman of the German Krupp Heavy Industries Group, Mr. Gustav, and the former prisoner of Bauer. ”

Zhang Yi nodded, and walked into the living room with Wu Peifu.

Bauer, who was in the living room, saw Zhang Yi walking in, stood up hurriedly, and shouted affectionately: "Dear General Zhang Jianzhi, I finally looked forward to you, and I am honored to see you again!" ”

Zhang Yi also shook hands with Bauer with a smile on his face and said, "Dear Mr. Bauer, we met again, how are you doing lately?" ”

Bauer replied, "Very well, very well, Nakado-sama is very warm to me, I have established a good friendship with Nakado-sama, come, I will make an introduction for you;." This is ......"

Bauer introduced the four people to Zhang Yi one by one, and the four tall Germans stepped forward very enthusiastically and hugged Zhang Yi and exchanged pleasantries.

Why are these Germans so anxious to meet Zhang Yi? Didn't they already get Zhang Yi's initial intention to cooperate?

It turned out that the Germans had not yet arrived in Tianjin, and the people were still in Shanghai. German Minister Barand received a telegram from Kaiser Wilhelm II, instructing Barland, in cooperation with Gustav and others, to reach a cooperation with the Chinese Tiger and bring back to Germany the technology of advanced weapons. Because things have changed, all the Western powers are paying close attention to the development of the Sino-Japanese war, and they have developed a strong interest in the mortars, submachine guns and other weapons used by Zhang Yi in the war. England, France, and Italy have learned about the incoming and inventors of these weapons through various channels, and have a strong intention to buy these weapons.

Once the great powers join the race for these weapons. Undoubtedly, it will make it more difficult for Germany to obtain these weapons, and it will have many adverse effects on Germany's military development.

After everyone sat down, Gustav said impatiently: "General Zhang Jianzhi, our German Majesty Wilhelm II has heard of your great name in Europe, and is full of respect for you, and His Majesty wants me to extend my cordial greetings to you. I am very honored to meet you! ”

Zhang Yi smiled faintly and replied: "Dear Mr. Gustav, as a soldier, I am very honored to receive these praises from you and His Majesty, and please also convey my respect to His Majesty the Kaiser and Chancellor Bismarck. At the same time, as a military man. I've always been accustomed to a straightforward style, and this time you are so eager to see me, I'm afraid it's not just as simple as talking to me, right? ”

Gustav laughed and said, "Okay, General Kenno, for your quick talk. I appreciate it very much. Then I will clearly express my intention for this visit. As the top decision-maker of the Krupp Military-Industrial Group, I hope to sign a relevant cooperation agreement with you as soon as possible, as for your specific requirements, I think not only me, but also His Majesty Germany are very willing to serve you! ”

Zhang Yi laughed and said, "Okay." Joyfully. For your words, Mr. Gustav, I am very happy to reads;. I also hope to be able to reach a cooperation with Mr. Gustav as soon as possible. However, as you know, now that there is a lot of war between China and Japan, I, as the Minister of the General Office of Military Affairs of the DPRK, need to devote myself to the war, and I am afraid that this cooperation will only be ......."

Gustav frowned and replied: "Why, General Jianzhi, you said that you like to be straightforward, then please tell me the conditions, as long as I can contribute, I will never refuse!" ”

Zhang Yi said: "Hehe, it's actually very simple, Mr. Gustav, I am a peace-loving person, I don't want too many people to die in the war, so I want to end the current Sino-Japanese war, but the Japanese are insatiable, refuse to stop, have to fight for a fish to the death, for the greed of the Japanese, I am very angry, because of the British Empire's support for Japan, this matter is quite tricky, so I want to use Germany's high prestige in the international community to mediate for China and Japan, and provide the greatest support to the Qing Dynasty in the peace talks." As long as the Sino-Japanese war is over and I, the General Office of Military Affairs, have leisure time, this cooperation can be promoted at any time, what do you think? ”

Barand frowned and said: "It is okay for the German Empire to mediate, but the British Empire has always been a firm support of Japan, and at the same time signed a treaty of alliance, asking His Majesty the Kaiser to support the Qing Dynasty, I am afraid that it will easily arouse the disgust of the British Empire and cause disputes between the two countries......"

Zhang Yi said with a smile: "Mr. Barland, the Ming people don't say secret words, now in Europe, Germany and Britain have long been on the same footing, and the contradictions between the two countries in the colonial interests are irreconcilable, even if you add support for the Qing Dynasty, it will not have much impact on the return to China, and at the same time you can win the friendship of the Qing Empire, why not?" You must know that these weapons I have developed have a great attraction for France, Italy and the United States! ”

Zhang Yi's meaning is obvious, if Germany cannot support the Qing Dynasty in this matter, then it is not yet known who will be the final partner of these weapons.

Barland's eyebrows jumped, and there was a trace of displeasure on his face, since he came to the Great Qing Dynasty to be a minister, no one in the Great Qing Kingdom dared to argue with him like this, not even the old woman Cixi!

But under the roof, people have to bow their heads, and they accept the Kaiser's order to sign a letter of intent to cooperate with weapons no matter what, it is obvious that Zhang Yi, as the inventor of these weapons, has the absolute right to speak in this matter, and he can only bow his head temporarily.

Gustav laughed and said: "General Jianzhi, why is this matter difficult, supporting the Qing Dynasty to mediate the war, which can not only bring the friendship with the Qing Dynasty closer, but also suppress the British sphere of influence in the Qing Dynasty, and at the same time get the cooperation of General Jianzhi, kill three birds with one stone, why not!" (To be continued.) If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendation and monthly passes, and your support is my biggest motivation. )

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