Chapter 13 We'll see

Chen Cheng said casually: "If Britain can hit Taiyuan, I will definitely respect it very, very much." Pen & Fun & Pavilion www.biquge.info"

The expression on Zhu Erdian's face froze, as a subject of the world overlord, he was quite proud. Although he will do things against his will for the sake of profit, this does not mean that he will remain indifferent when he is humiliated.

"Is this your final answer?" Zhu Erdian's eyes were full of anger, the last time the Chinese dragged a big loan and did not pay it, he was under a lot of pressure from London, and now such an incident has completely detonated the anger in his heart.

"Mr. Zhu, don't be angry!" Chen Cheng said lightly: "Now your country's invincible fleet can directly hit Qingdao, which is under construction on our side, so as long as your requirements are not too excessive, I can only pinch my nose and admit it." ”

Kindness? Zhu Erdian, who was about to slam the door first, heard Chen Cheng's words, and the feeling that surged in his heart was not the joy that the other party had finally succumbed, but a deep sense of powerlessness. This is a very real world, where there is power, there is the right to speak.

Although the Chinese finally gave in, how could it not be a reminder? These few words were a reminder to him that the British could use to threaten the Northwest Towns and Governors was to cut off sea transportation and shell coastal cities.

As for the nonsense that hit Taiyuan, even Zhu Erdian knew that it was impossible. And what makes him feel even more helpless is that I don't have the surname Zhu!

"Mr. Zhu Erdian," Chen Cheng stopped joking, he still understood the reason of excess, "I don't know why you are protesting, and I don't know what you are coming against, but we don't want to confront the British Empire, this is a very true thing." ”

"What happened in Tibet (in order to avoid harmony, Tubo will be used instead of Western/Tibetan in the future), you must have heard about it." Zhu Erdian said: "Tibet is the sphere of influence of the British Empire, the core area of the empire, and we cannot tolerate anyone touching it. ”

Nani? Chen Cheng knew that the British were very shameless, but he didn't know that they had become so shameless. In any respect, Tibet can't be included in the territory of the British, right? Is this the thing that adds the core to the upper mouth and the lower mouth skin that can be done with a touch?

"So, you, I mean, what is the opinion of the British Empire?" Chen Cheng said curiously: "When Tubo is in place, I can't reach it." Mr. Zhu Erdian is a person who understands, so he naturally knows where our power is being used. ”

Zhu Erdian was silent for a while, then took out a document from his briefcase and handed it over with both hands on the ground. Chen Cheng took it and looked at it, but it was a memo written in both Chinese and English. There are four main requirements in the memorandum:

(1) There is no need for China to interfere in Tibet's internal affairs

(2) China cannot be honored for maintaining an unlimited army in Lhasa or Tibet

(3) An agreement should be concluded on the basis of the above points as a condition for the recognition of the Chinese government and the postponement of the repayment of large loans

(4) Until the agreement is concluded, all communications to Tibet will be closed to China

Chen Cheng frowned, this kind of condition that was close to betraying the country could not arouse his anger. What he couldn't understand was the ugly appearance of the British, which was not like the usual style of the British. Could it be that there is something hidden in the battle of Tibet? Or is it the British, who have been slapped in the face in a row, in a hurry to find a place where they fell?

To say that thousands of people died is nothing on this earth now. When there is a war between the big hooligans, the death toll is less than 100,000, and it is embarrassing to say that it is a big war. The time when Britain and France joined forces to trap the Russians, they asked Lao Maozi to reimburse 500,000 troops at one time, and that was a big deal.

After thinking about it, he came up with several reasons in his heart, Chen Cheng knew that the British were really anxious this time, otherwise, the technique would not be so rough. This style of rushing to the ground is like the group of Japanese troops controlled by the second staff officer.

Whatever the reason, now that you know the purpose of the British, it is natural that you will make a big extortion. But until then, what should be cleared up must be cleared.

"Mr. Zhu Erdian," Chen Cheng cleared his throat and said, "I wonder if you have made a mistake?" We are just a local government in China, and if you need to discuss this kind of thing, you need to go to Beijing and discuss it with the president. ”

"Chen," Zhu Erdian said, "I know very well your intention to keep the government in Beijing, so we don't have to play these useless tricks, let's get straight to the point." As long as you agree, it won't be a problem in Beijing. ”

Hey, this guy seems to have really cleared the door of China's twists and turns. Since this is the case, then it is straightforward....... Well, someone said that when making such a major decision, you must dry the other party for a few days, so that you can show solemnity.

Therefore, Chen Cheng said seriously: "For the four requirements here, we need to discuss them first, and then we can give a clear answer." ”

Zhu Erdian looked at Chen Cheng with his eagle-like sharp eyes for a while, and then said slowly: "This matter is very important to the British Empire, please give an answer as soon as possible." ”

"Don't worry," Chen Cheng smiled and said, "It will only take three days at most." ”

Three days later, Chen Cheng made an appointment to meet Zhu Erdian again. After a heavy rain, in the tallest building in Dragon City, Chen Cheng gave a long-prepared answer.

"Mr. Zhu Erdian," Chen Cheng said, "after three days of serious discussion, our reply to the four suggestions put forward by the British Empire is.........."

Zhu Erdian couldn't help but slander, you haven't summoned anyone at all in the past few days, where did you get any discussions? However, talking nonsense with his eyes open is a necessary skill for superior people, so he waited for Chen Cheng to continue with a serious face.

“...... We cannot agree to such a request. ”

Jurden was stunned, for Britain, such an answer basically represented the beginning of a war in this era. He hinted so obviously, as long as he agreed, even if it was just a verbal promise, the empire would pay a considerable price.

Chen Cheng said lightly: "But we don't object to such a request. As long as Tibet is not independent and is not incorporated into other countries, we are happy to see the status quo maintained. ”

Zhu Erdian's heart was put down, he didn't agree, and he didn't object, that was to acquiesce. It can also be said to be watching a good show on the sidelines, waiting for the results to come out before deciding what kind of response to take. This is a common occurrence in European diplomacy, but it is rare in the Far East.

For this reason, Zhu Erdian glanced at Chen Cheng and the forces he represented again, even if he still looked too low. (To be continued.) )