Gu Weijun stepped forward quickly, came to the side of the plane, and looked at the plane in front of him with extremely eager eyes.

"Is this our Chinese-made plane?" Gu Weijun stretched out his hand and stroked the wings and asked.

"Nonsense!" The pilot gave him a disdainful look and proudly pointed to the words on the fuselage.

At this time, the surrounding people gathered one after another, and the American Minister Rui Ensch also came to the street from the restaurant, and his eyes immediately fell on the bow of the plane painted with the dragon's head, and he couldn't help but be stunned for a moment.

There, it seems, two machine guns were installed.

At this time, Gu Weijun also noticed the machine gun in the nose, and the expression on his face became resolute little by little.

May 10, 1915, Tokyo, Japan.

“…… At 6 o'clock yesterday evening, the government of China brutally rejected the ultimatum of the imperial government. I have to regret to announce that my country's negotiations with the Government of China over the past few months have been a complete failure. …… The rejection of Japan's ultimatum by the government of China means that from now on, Japan and the government of China are already in a state of war......"

In a traditional Japanese-style hut, a middle-aged man with two mustaches closed the newspaper in his hand silently, and all around him focused their eyes on him.

"Japan is about to use troops against our country, what do you think, sir?" Someone asked.

The middle-aged man sighed and did not speak.

"Sir once said, 'The position of our Party is purely a secret organization, and there is no way to speak for international negotiations,' but now that the negotiations have broken down and Japan wants to conquer our country by force, how should our revolutionary comrades respond? Since Mr. is the leader of our party, please give me instructions. Someone continued.

"Getting rid of Yuan Shikai is the most important thing to do today," the middle-aged man replied vaguely, "This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our party, and we should make good use of it to fulfill our aspirations." ”

"What does Mr. mean is to use the power of Japan to drive away Yuan Shikai?" Someone else asked.

"With the help of Japan, even the most foolish people know that Japan is unreliable, and those who have a little knowledge should also know the fallacy of this statement." The middle-aged man replied somewhat reluctantly.

Hearing him say this, many people seemed to breathe a sigh of relief.

After everyone left one after another, only the middle-aged man was left in the room.

The middle-aged man picked up the letter on the table and looked at it, a trace of anger flashing in his eyes.

“…… It is particularly absurd to say that it is pretending to borrow external forces...... Even if the affairs of a clan are evil, only the clansmen will take care of them. and the kingdom will not be protected by other peoples......"

“…… Since the people of the country have punished the ugliness of Xingxing and other ugliness, they will never speak lightly about state affairs unless they have the real demands of the society in the future. Although we cannot make any kind of oath to the people now, and whether the national government must be renewed by the revolution, we are willing to follow the people of the country to see the effect. The husband and soldier are fierce and dangerous, and there is a clear precept in ancient times, and it can be avoided, but it is not suitable to ...... Therefore, the public avoids the heart of the revolution, and it is forgiven by the same people......"

“…… However, the existence of the revolution is not the revolution itself, but the political phenomenon of good and evil. …… So far, the name of the empty corpse republic has had the reality of feudal autocracy, which is not particularly extremely corrupt in internal affairs, and is also the main cause of foreign insult. …… Plagiarism is the easiest way to insult the outside world, despite the fact that the situation is temporary, and the political organization is poor. Building one-person politics has become extinct in modern times, and it is impossible to do so, but it is really impossible...... Now we do not see the country, we do not see the people, but we see only one person. It is also ...... within our party"

“…… At this time when the country's survival is at stake, the revolution should be stopped and united with the outside world. …… However, the conspiracy of luring the wolf to resist the tiger by taking advantage of different abuses is not tolerated by heaven and conscience, and then it is not taken by wisdom......"

The middle-aged man slammed the letters on the table in annoyance, and the sound alarmed the people in the room next to him, and a bright girl in a kimono leaned out in some panic and looked into the middle-aged man's room.

The middle-aged man looked at the news of Japan's declaration of war on China published in the newspaper again, and a trace of indescribable joy flashed in his eyes, which was similar to the sorrow and doubt he had just shown in front of everyone.

At this time, after thinking for a while, he took the pen and paper and wrote quickly.

“…… He has always been convinced that the security and welfare of East Asia depend on Japan's support, and therefore Japan and China should have a solid alliance. Although it is impossible to get a glimpse of the details of this content, the main content of the book is certainly aimed at Japan-China goodwill and peace in East Asia. In line with the proposition that we have always advocated, I am very pleased to hear it......",

“…… The so-called Japan-China negotiations submitted by your government to our government are aimed at negotiations on Japan-China goodwill and peace in East Asia. Although I am overjoyed to hear this, as for the means and means to carry out this end, I cannot but disappoint and discourage people, and those who are sincerely anxious are also discouraged. And if peace in East Asia is desired, there is absolutely no other way than to carry out genuine cooperation between Japan and China. ”

“…… However, with regard to the negotiation incident, it is very obvious that the government authorities of our country have adopted the usual tough means of negotiation against the government authorities who have put the real issue of cooperation aside and lack sincerity, and it will be very sad that the facts will emerge. It is a pity that this means, which are contrary to the purpose of our ultimate goal, are unworthy and unacceptable......"

"If you want to strengthen the alliance, try to draw up a draft covenant like the left, and the secret will be taught to the masters of your country. In today's situation, although it is not easy to realize such an ideal, today's world turmoil and the great changes in the war situation in Europe require the cooperation of Japan and China, and it cannot be delayed for a day. Therefore, every effort should be made to salvage the situation, and I hereby ask your ...... with all sincerity."

“…… And the government has always continued to make tough representations to the insincere Japanese government...... It has been protracted for a long time, and to this day, it is still undecided, which is really sad...... The means by which Japan and China carry this ultimate goal are getting farther and farther away, and we regret it to the extreme. ”

The kimono girl didn't look at what the middle-aged man was writing, and at this time, she looked at his back, and her eyes were flashing with reverence and love.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government Affairs Bureau.

"It's a pity that he is not Yuan Shikai, otherwise, we wouldn't have to be so troublesome."

Takaaki Kato looked at the letter sent by the chief of the political bureau, Koike Zhangzo, who was in exile in Japan, and smiled contemptuously.

"But judging from this, it shouldn't be him who leaked the news." Koike said.

Koike's remarks are not unfounded, because the draft of the "Japan-China Covenant" proposed in this letter can be said to be similar to the "21 Articles" in many places, and it can even be said that it is even more than that.

"Japan and China, in order to maintain the eternal welfare of East Asia, recognize the necessity of cooperation between the two countries, and hereby agree as follows:"

"Article 1: Japan and China shall cooperate in the exchange of notes and consultations on all matters concerning other countries' diplomacy in East Asia."

"Article 2: In order to facilitate the coordinated operations between Japan and China, the weapons, ammunition, and equipment used by the Chinese army and navy shall be of the same type as those of Japan."

"Article 3, based on the same purpose as the preceding article, the Chinese Army and Navy shall mainly employ Japanese military personnel when employing foreign soldiers."

"Article 4, for the period of political cooperation between Japan and China, the central government of China and the local government offices shall mainly employ Japanese when employing foreigners."

"Article 5, for the coordinated economic development of Japan and China, the establishment of the 'Bank of China' and its branches in important cities in Japan and China."

"Article 6, for the same purpose as the preceding article, in the case of China, for the purpose of operating mining, railways, and coastal routes, etc., and if it is necessary to have capital or cooperation with other countries, it shall first consult with Japan; If Japan is unable to do so, it can negotiate with other countries. ”

"Article 7: Japan shall provide necessary assistance to China in improving its currency policy and adjusting its currency, so that it can be completed at an early date."

"Article 8: Japan will sponsor China in improving its internal affairs and rectifying its armaments so as to build it into a sound country."

"Article 9, Japan sponsors China in matters such as the revision of treaties, independent tariffs, and the abolition of consular jurisdiction."

"Article 10 No agreement falling within the scope of the above articles shall be concluded with another State without the approval of the diplomatic authorities of the two countries, or by the two peoples of the two countries signatory to this Covenant."

"Article 11 This Covenant shall be valid for a period of ten years from the date of its signature and may be extended in accordance with the wishes of the two States."

After reading it, Kato casually threw the letter on the table, indicating that he was not interested in the advice contained in the letter.

"Do you think that after we overthrow Yuan Shikai's government, we should support him to form a new Chinese government?" Takaaki Kato asked.

"I think the government should think about it." Koike said.

"I'd rather seek a proxy within the current Chinese government than consider him." Takaaki Kato sneered, "As far as I know, the Imperial Government and civil society have supported them with a lot of money, but so far, they have gained nothing but failure. Such a rabble, it is okay to take advantage of it occasionally, and it is simply impossible to expect them to become big. ”

After listening to the words of his boss, Koike Zhangzao stopped talking.

"However, since he is willing to agree to sign such an alliance treaty, it may be of some use to us in the future." Kato looked at the letter on the table, "You are in charge of this, I need an official written document with his signature and seal." ”

"Okay, I'll do it right away." Koike Zhang Zao nodded and replied.

"Those guys in the military department didn't even make any military action plan against China! It's ridiculous! Kato Takaaki said with some annoyance, "They naively thought that if they sent thousands of people and a few warships to China, the Chinese would give in!" I can't believe it. ”

"The Shina army itself can be said to be a big joke," said Koike, "and it is not for nothing that the military department despises the Chinese so much." ”

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