The Marquis of Salisbury, who looked like a robber, spoke in the same stiff tone as he looked, and there was really not much gentlemanly demeanor. Pen ~ fun ~ Pavilion www.biquge.info Mathilde moved his body in his seat, wondering how long he would listen to this bluffing fellow's noise? At the same time, he is also missing his son and the home of Donghua Wangcheng...... For more than ten years, she spent most of her time in Donghua City's Anfu Palace (Zhu Jishi's name, meaning to let Juan enjoy his happiness) as a queen mother in charge of the government. Things are simpler in North America than in Europe, and there aren't as many deceitful things as in Europe.

When the Marquess of Salisbury finished his tirade, Mathilde didn't even understand what he was going to say. However, she still knew the other party's intentions. She muttered: "France is willing to mediate the conflict between Britain and China, and I can send another envoy to China." Also, I hope that Britain can exercise as much restraint as possible on the Hawaiian issue. After all, Hawaii is a ** country, not a British dependency. ”

The Marquess of Salisbury was expressionless. "Your Majesty, I think you should be clear that at present Britain and France have common interests, both of us are defenders of the current international order, and the Chinese are becoming the destroyers of the international order. Our two countries should join forces to put an end to this disruption of order. ”

"I don't think the squadron's presence in Hawaii is undermining the international order," Mathilde said unhappily, "Hawaii is not India or Australia!" ”

"Your Majesty does not seem to be aware of the crisis of the current situation, and the whole of Western civilization is under threat."

"The only one who can threaten Western civilization is ourselves. As long as we maintain harmony with each other, no one in the world can shake our position. ”

"Your Majesty, if Napoleon III were still here. He will certainly not allow the Chinese to behave indiscriminately. ”

"Napoleon III has returned to the arms of God!" Mathilde candidly pointed out that "this is a great blow to France and the Roman Empire, and in order to ensure the interests of the Empire, we will not easily get involved in any disputes, let alone take the initiative to provoke them." ”

The Marquis of Salisbury frowned arrogantly, "Your Majesty...... Now the strife may be related to King Juan! Perhaps he will also become a destroyer of the current world peace. ”

"So what?" Mathilde's face suddenly darkened, and a hint of irritation seeped into her tone. "Juan was a king, the monarch of a great American country. Can't he just tear the rope around his neck? Don't think I don't know what your British fleet is for in Hawaii, Hawaii is not the gateway to Australia or India! ”

The Marquis of Salisbury's heart sank, Juan was Mathilde's heart, who would dare to touch him. The Empress must have lost her mind. However, today's meeting was not without gains, at least to find out Mathilde's bottom line...... As long as Juan's turf is not touched, Mathilde will keep France neutral.

"We'll see the end here." Mathilde stood up, and then left the audience hall under the escort of the court ladies and attendants. She was well aware of Juan's ambitions, but she couldn't do anything with this biological flesh and blood. And she didn't want Juan to have more power and empire - as long as he didn't touch the cheese of the Bonapartes. In addition, she had heard rumors that Eugène and Henry were likely to be in collusion with Juan. What a bunch of worry-free little guys!

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At this moment, the harbor in Honolulu, south of Oahu in the Hawaiian Islands, and its nearby kilometer-long beach line, has become a huge army gathering ground and a dumping ground for supplies. The British Imperial Navy, which is known as avoiding the enemy, showed a rare cowardice this time. did not dare to compete with the huge Ming Pacific Fleet. The British ships anchored in Pearl Harbor and the British merchant ships anchored in Honolulu Harbor were the first to anchor and escape. Admiral Tong Haifeng, the commander of the Pacific Fleet, who was preparing for a big battle with the British Navy, was a little disappointed. The British troops stationed in Honolulu (including the Hawaiian Army) did not resist the capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom, but retreated to Pearl Harbor, a dozen kilometers away, with the strongest defenses in the world, numerous forts and fortifications. It was precisely in order to occupy Pearl Harbor when necessary that Zhu Jishi would devote as many as 6oooo officers and men of the 6th Army and the 6th Navy Corps in this combat operation.

But. The decision on whether to attack Pearl Harbor was not in the hands of Tong Haifeng, but was personally held by Zhu Guoxiong, the crown prince who sat in Wujungang. In fact, it was Zhu Jishi who finally made the decision - as long as 6oooo Ming Jun was on 6. Pearl Harbor is a victory that can be plucked at any time. Although there were strong defenses there, they could not stop the attack of so many troops in any case. But when to pick this fruit is a question worth pondering.

Because the Kingdom of Hawaii is a "** country" no matter what, as long as Zhu Guojie and Helena invite them, the Ming army can be stationed in the name of justice. However, Pearl Harbor was a naval base leased to the British, and if the Ming army attacked, it would mean the outbreak of all-out war. Now, Pearl Harbor has effectively lost its role as a base for the British Pacific Fleet, and even if it were controlled by the British, it is unlikely that it will threaten the North Pacific shipping lanes - because this time the Ming army also brought 12 23o mm 32 times the caliber cannons, which, once installed near the port of Horununu, can threaten the exit of Pearl Harbor with firepower. So the purpose of this expedition has been achieved, and what is needed now is to accept it as soon as it is good.

And just when the Ming army swaggered to 6 Hawaii, it was inside Helena Palace in Honolulu City. One of the most awkward meetings ever had taken place was underway.

"Your Majesty, on behalf of the Royal Government of Hawaii and the people of Hawaii, I express my strongest and most indignant protest against you." The Hawaiian Kingdom Prime Minister Hurd looked annoyed, and looked at Zhu Guojie on the throne viciously.

"Long live China, long live the king......"

The people of Hawaii (all Chinese) cheered in the streets, the time when white people ruled them was finally over, and now they were the masters of Hawaii. The cheers passed through the high walls and reached the ears of Zhu Jishi and Helena Huanhurd. The tall Hurd's face was red and white, and what was going on was so ridiculous...... The king's appointed (not elected) prime minister was actually protesting against the king on behalf of the people, and the people he represented were now ecstatic and shouting long live outside. It's a farce!

Helena, Queen of Hawaii, burst out laughing at this time. "Mr. Xiang, let's end this funny scene, shall we? Why can't we talk openly and honestly? ”

Hurd sighed, "yes, it's really funny...... However, it was a disaster for the UK! Her prestige and honor have been challenged, and this matter will not end so easily. ”

"Why?" Helena asked, her tone already lowered, "The Kingdom of Hawaii belongs to me and Robin, not to the British, don't we have the right to invite the Ming army to station?" ”

Helena's position was not a betrayal of England, but the usual position of European monarchs in dealing with national, family and ethnic conflicts. Princess Helena was required to be loyal to England before she could marry, although she was German and belonged to the Saxe-Goddar-Coburg family. And after the marriage, as the Queen of Hawaii and the Duchess of Hong Kong, the interests of Hawaii and Hong Kong should come first - without such a position, there would be no way for the intermarriage between European royal families to take place. You must know that the current royal families of Russia, Britain, Belgium, Greece, Denmark and other countries are all Germans. Did they all go to the end of the German Empire?

"That's right, you and His Majesty the King have such powers." "But according to the relevant treaty between Ming and Britain, the Ming army has no right to enter Hawaii. Now the Chinese have violated the treaty, which is an affront to the British Empire. ”

Queen Helena shook her head and said, "Mr. Hurd, let's be straight, what kind of compensation does Britain want to settle this matter?" I suppose you're not here to declare war, are you? (To be continued)