But Cusponzi always felt that the Chinese government did not seem to be as hopeless as he thought, and insisted on going to war with Russia. Pen @ fun @ pavilion wWw. ｂｉｑUｇE。 Although he still couldn't find any strong evidence, such thoughts kept lingering in his mind.

At this moment, there was two sharp knocks on the door, and a military attache of the embassy hurried in, holding a copy of the telegram in his hand. Without waiting for Cumpenzi to ask, the military attache spoke: "Mr. Minister, Cullen has sent a telegram that the Chinese government troops have begun to march from Chakhan Tonggu towards Kobdo. ”

Is the Chinese government going to do it? Cusponzi took the telegram and looked at it, but there was no more detailed report on the situation, as usual, it was the matter of the princes of Kulen asking Russia to send troops to help in the war.

After Tsarist Russia instigated the Kulen puppet group to declare independence, the Kulen group sent "messengers" to Kobdo to persuade him to surrender, but he was kidnapped by the local patriotic Mongolian people and beheaded by the government. Having failed to persuade them to surrender, the Kulen authorities decided to send troops to attack Kobdo. Kulen sent "200 elite soldiers of the Russian officer instructor, mixed with 20 Russian soldiers, accompanied by two cannons, and more than 10 camels of bullets" to march towards Kobdo. After arriving, seeing that the defenders were well defended, they did not dare to attack, and immediately sent people back to Kulen to ask for reinforcements. The puppet group also sent 300 more "elite soldiers" and ordered them to "recruit and transfer from various sources along the way, reaching 4,000 people."

The officers stationed in Kobdo led the army and civilians to resolutely resist, and took advantage of the gap to launch a counterattack, inflicting heavy casualties on the enemy and repulsing him. Subsequently, the Guangzhao cavalry battalion of the Altai reinforcements advanced to the head of the Black Mountain, which was more than ten miles away from Kobdo, and encountered more than 3,000 rebels, "outnumbered and annihilated." The Kulen group added another 3,000 troops and continued to besiege Kobdo, but it was still unsuccessful. The Russian consul Kusminsky sent a letter to officials in Kobdo asking for "mediation" in view of the city's difficulties. Local officials counted. was deceived by the Russian envoy to open the city gate, and Kobdo was lost.

After the Russian army and the Outer Mongolian rebels occupied Kobdo, they adjusted their deployment and prepared to attack the Altai region of Xinjiang. Due to the quick response of the Beijing government, Altai officials were ordered to "wait quietly and wait for help to protect the territory". On the one hand, Guangfu in Xinjiang quickly sent troops to reinforce Altai. Due to the fast action and proper deployment of the Guangfu Department, it repelled the attacks of the rebels one after another, held Chakhan Tonggu, and blocked the invasion of the rebels to Altai in Xinjiang.

Tsakhtungu then became the starting point for the Chinese government's attack on Outer Mongolia from the east and west, and now that the Chinese army has begun to move, it means that military preparations have been completed, and Kuspenqi can not be surprised.

Before he could make a decision. The door was pushed open again, and a staff member walked into the room and said eagerly: "The Chinese government has issued a public announcement that the government army has officially launched a military operation against the separatist forces in Mongolia, and any country's action to block the military action of the government army will be regarded as a hostile act and will be attacked mercilessly." ”

It's coming, it's finally coming. Kuspunzi frowned. In Outer Mongolia, Russia has not only instructors. There is also an army, how to deal with the attack of the Chinese army? Is it to fight directly with the Chinese army, or to provide indirect help?

With the hastily formed troops of Outer Mongolia, I knew with my feet that they would not be able to resist the large-scale attack of the regular army. What's more, according to intelligence. The Chinese army not only has a numerical advantage, but also has been greatly strengthened in the allocation of heavy firepower, which is not inferior to the Russian army. Besides, there are airships to help in the war, and I heard that the Outer Mongolian military and civilians regard it as a sacred object. Seeing it, there is a tendency to disperse, kneeling down and bowing, and there are many people who tremble.

"I'll go—" Kusponzi paused, he wanted to go to the Chinese officials, but it seemed that he couldn't, the Chinese government had cut off diplomatic ties with Russia in disguise, although he could force his way in, but he would not get any useful answer, the Chinese government always insisted that Outer Mongolia was an internal affair, and foreign countries had no right to interfere. Now the dispatch of troops to Outer Mongolia is already in substance, that is, it does not care about Russian threats and protests.

"I'll go and consult with the ministers of the nations." "They should be persuaded to take unified action and put pressure on the Chinese government," Kusponzi said. ”

"But—" The staff member said with obvious hesitation, "but we have just received news that the Secretary of State of the Chinese Government has extended invitations to ministers and their wives of various countries except China to hold a banquet at 10 o'clock in the morning at the Peking Hotel. ”

Cusponzi's eyes widened, and he was really surprised by the Chinese government's frivolous and rude behavior, whether Russia had been excluded from the great powers, or whether the Chinese government was confident that it would reach some kind of agreement with the other powers to completely isolate Russia. No, I have to go to this banquet, and I have to make the Russian voice heard.

Thinking of this, Kuspunzi said loudly to the staff: "Prepare the car, go to the banquet site immediately, it is a very humiliating thing for Russia to be excluded, and what banquet is just a synonym for diplomatic negotiations, if you do not participate, it is very likely to put our country in some kind of predicament." ”

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Is it really what Cuspenzi thinks? Yes or no, the banquet is really a banquet, but there are also diplomatic negotiations, but it all takes place in a very harmonious and cheerful atmosphere.

The banquet was Western-style, which seemed more relaxed and casual, and at the beginning of the banquet, Chen Wenqiang smiled and informed the ministers of various countries that the Chinese army had begun military operations and marched to Kobdo on the western road. His attitude was so casual, as if he were talking about something very ordinary.

The reactions of the ministers of various countries were mixed, the French minister frowned, the British minister Zhu Erdian was thoughtful, the Japanese minister had a solemn expression, the German minister was smiling, and the American minister was appreciative......

Next, Chen Wenqiang became a busy man, first of all, the British Minister Zhu Erdian came over, raised a glass and said a few words of gossip, and then got to the point.

"Mr. Secretary, does the entry of Chinese troops into Outer Mongolia mean that there is no hope for a peaceful settlement, or that the Chinese government no longer accepts the goodwill mediation of a peaceful settlement?" Zhu Erdian asked with concern.

Chen Wenqiang shook his head with a smile and said: "The Chinese people are peace-loving, and if it can be resolved peacefully, and in accordance with the conditions put forward by the Chinese government, we are willing to accept goodwill mediation." However, it is clear that now is not the time, and it is not too late to wait for the Chinese army to enter Kulen and then talk about a peaceful settlement. ”

"Is Russia-China going to declare war on the end of diplomatic relations, or is China ready to respond to Russia's protests and substantive actions?" Zhu Erdian hoped that China would temporarily stop Russia's invasion of Xinjiang and Outer Mongolia. But it also did not want Russia, as a member of the Entente, to be drawn into a major war in the Far East, which would affect the balance of power in Europe.

"Who said that if you go to war, you must break off friendship and declare war?" Chen Wenqiang smiled meaningfully: "Both sides are pretending to be confused, and it is not very good to hit the head." Whether you win or lose, it's easy to stop. Of course, if Russia wants to expand the situation. The Chinese government will not show weakness either. Moreover, the United States and Germany are very supportive of the Chinese government's righteous actions. Of course, if the conditions are ripe for a peaceful settlement, I will ask Mr. Minister to intercede at that time. ”

Zhu Erdian nodded slightly, and the meaning of Chen Wenqiang's words was very clear, that is, not to completely turn the other cheek with Russia, and to control the intensity of the war within a certain range. In other words, China has not yet formed alliances with other countries. A plan to act as a loyal thug for other countries.

Of course, if Russia pushes too far, China is likely to make a desperate gamble, and may even pull in several more countries to jointly counter the Russian threat. If this happens, the British government should step in and engage in so-called mediation.

"War is terrible, if you can limit its scale and intensity. It would be a very sane thing. Zhu Erdian nodded appreciatively and said, "The British Empire wants to see peace in the Far East. It will also do its best to shoulder its international obligations. ”

Britain refused to recognize Russia's special interests in Outer Mongolia and Xinjiang at no cost, and strongly opposed their inclusion on the agenda. Britain felt a deep misstep. They are also powerless to reverse the situation in Outer Mongolia and Xinjiang, so they very much hope to use the hands of the Chinese government to curb Russia's expansion, but they do not want to involve too much Russian energy because of this. After all, Russia's main attention should be on Europe, on Germany.

"I couldn't agree more." Chen Wenqiang said: "Russia's performance in the Outer Mongolia incident. He has lost his qualifications to act as a mediator. I think the UK should be able to take the lead, plus France, Germany, and the United States. The Chinese Government has always held out hope for fair mediation. ”

"I will carefully consider Mr. Secretary's proposal and report it to my government." "According to our intelligence, the Chinese army's aerial bombardment in the early stage was very effective, and it seems that this tactic is very mature and should attract enough attention from all countries," Zhu said. Your country should have more than ten airships by now, right? ”

"Twelve, by the end of this year, ready to expand to twenty." Chen Wenqiang said proudly: "Not only did the bombing be carried out, but the reconnaissance role of the airship was also very powerful, and some of the photos they took of Mongolia were sent to Beijing soon after." In due course, I will invite Mr. Zhu Erdian to enjoy it together. ”

Aerial photography? It's also a very new thing. Zhu Erdian accepted the invitation with a smile and expressed his gratitude, and then said meaningfully: "If the Russian Daosheng Bank stops paying cash, what does the Chinese government want to do?" ”

Chen Wenqiang was stunned for a moment, and asked rhetorically: "What is the good way Mr. Minister?" ”

"If the Russian Doucson Bank is unable to support it any longer, the British HSBC bank is willing to bear the losses of the Chinese depositors, but—" Zhu Erdian paused for a moment and continued, "I hope the Chinese government will support HSBC to take over all the business of the Dowson Bank." ”

Old fox, Chen Wenqiang scolded secretly in his heart. Don't look at what Zhu Erdian said very well, bearing the losses of Chinese depositors is just a reason to come up, you must know that the Russian Daosheng Bank still has loans. Not only will you not lose money, but you will also be able to make a profit, and your own banking business will be expanded, which is really the best of both worlds. Originally, this was a planned thing for himself, but the British wanted to pick up the cheap, and it seemed that this cheap could not be ignored.

"Of course, if the Russian Daosheng Bank is no longer able to continue to support it, I think there should be no reason to refuse the kindness of Mr. Minister." Chen Wenqiang said with a smile.

"The British Empire is also interested in the development of Xinjiang." Zhu Erdian continued: "And the Chinese government seems to be deliberately biased towards attracting capital from the United States and Germany, which is probably -"

"The Chinese government has always welcomed legitimate investors who can comply with the laws and regulations of the Chinese government." Chen Wenqiang said very solemnly: "As for the bias towards the United States and Germany, Mr. Minister may have a misunderstanding, which country provides more preferential treatment and good conditions, and we will choose that one, which is a very normal thing." ”

"Of course, this is quite normal." Zhu Erdian said with a smile: "But whether the Chinese government should make the investment projects public, I think it will be more conducive to the governments of other countries to make choices." ”

"This is a suggestion that the Chinese government will consider." Chen Wenqiang nodded and said, "I believe that the result will not disappoint Mr. Minister." ”

"Then I'll wait for good news." Zhu Erdian smiled and walked away.

Chen Wenqiang stroked his forehead, and just rested on the sofa for a while, the German minister came over again.

"On behalf of the German Government, I would like to express my admiration for your country's resolute actions, Mr. Secretary." With a sincere smile, the German minister said to Chen Wenqiang: "We will continue to provide selfless help to China." ”

"Thank you." Chen Wenqiang made a gesture to sit down and said with the same sincerity: "We are both countries that have been suppressed by the great powers, and we will surely form a friendship thicker than blood in the war. In the Outer Mongolia incident, your country's support is very grateful to all Chinese. ”

"Your country's soldiers are very hard-working, and your government has been very effective in ideological agitation." The German minister said: "The instructors appointed by our country have spoken to me more than once that we have great confidence in the victory of your army in Outer Mongolia. ”

"I have the same confidence in that." Chen Wenqiang said with a smile.

"Your country's military should be stationed in Outer Mongolia, Xinjiang, and Northeast China, and it should be maintained at a certain size, so as to better maintain territorial integrity." The German minister asked tentatively.

Chen Wenqiang nodded, Germany naturally hoped that China would fight with Russia and weaken Russia's strength, that is, it would relatively reduce the pressure on Germany's eastern front. Even if this goal cannot be achieved, Germany hopes that China will play a role in containing Russia in the Far East, and the stationing of heavy troops on the border will undoubtedly achieve this goal.

There will be no pie in the sky, efforts must always be rewarded, and there is no selfless friendship between countries.

"That's exactly what my government envisions." Chen Wenqiang reassured the German minister and said: "Stability is based on military superiority, and we have a clear understanding of this. There must be a considerable number of garrisons in the northeast, northwest, and outer Mongolia to deter, and this goal must be achieved. ”

"So, what does Mr. Secretary of State think about the current situation in Morocco?" The German minister asked earnestly.

Chen Wenqiang narrowed his eyes slightly, and his mind was spinning rapidly. (To be continued.) )