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Because of the outbreak of war, diplomatic ties between the Chinese Empire and Russia had been severed. Ambassadors from both sides have been recalled. Therefore, even if Russia wanted to make peace with the Chinese Empire, it would have to resort to other channels, such as ambassadors to other countries.

Switzerland is a country in the middle of Europe, and it has always been neutral in this war. More than 200 years ago, Switzerland became an independent country. It's just that Switzerland is too small, and at the same time, its national power is very weak, and it is no match for those countries around it. In order to ensure its own security, Switzerland has no choice but to pursue a neutral foreign policy.

In 1648, France and Sweden defeated the forces of the Holy Roman Empire, forcing them to sue for peace in October of that year, signing the Peace of Westphalia, and Switzerland became truly independent and a sovereign state. In 1798, Napoleon invaded Switzerland and established the Helvetti Republic. In 1803, Switzerland expelled the French army, and Switzerland expanded to 19 cantons, restoring the Fù Confederation. In 1815, the cantons of Valais, Neuchâtel and Geneva joined Switzerland. In the same year, Switzerland signed a new federal treaty, restoring sovereignty to the cantons in all respects, except for foreign affairs. The Congress of Vienna, held in the same year, confirmed Switzerland as a permanently neutral country. After the outbreak of this war, Switzerland also declared its neutrality and did not take sides. This led directly to the emigration of a large number of wealthy Europeans to Switzerland. Switzerland is like the only piece of paradise in war-torn Europe.

The Chinese Empire and Russia also set up legations in Switzerland. Push hard. The countries of the North Atlantic Military Alliance and the Asia-Europe Military Alliance, which are at war, have embassies in Switzerland. Although on the bright side. Because of the outbreak of war, the connection between countries has been severed. But. Countries like Switzerland have become the main channel of communication between the two major military alliances.

In Bern, the capital of the Swiss Federal Government, there are a variety of banquets almost every day. The envoys of the North Atlantic Military Alliance and the Eurasian Military Alliance countries in Switzerland also often met at such banquets. However, the two sides were able to communicate with a smile on their faces, and there was no sign of tension at all.

On April 15, 1855, at a dinner hosted by the Swiss Foreign Minister, Liang Botao, Minister of the Imperial Chinese Empire in Switzerland, and Apraksin, Minister of Russia to Switzerland, were also invited. Envoys from many other countries of the North Atlantic Military Alliance also attended the banquet. Merely. Compared with the envoys of the countries of the Eurasian military alliance who were in high spirits, the envoys of the countries of the North Atlantic military alliance looked very ugly. After all, the current battlefield shape is very unfavorable to the North Atlantic military alliance. The North Atlantic Military Alliance is likely to lose this war. In addition, the intensity of this war is far greater than that of previous wars, and if it fails, the final result is likely to be the destruction of the country.

Halfway through the banquet, Liang Botao, the Chinese minister to Switzerland, and Apraksin, the Russian fortifier in Switzerland, both disappeared from the banquet. They were all present in a secret room in the official residence of the Swiss Minister of Foreign Affairs. in the room. There was no one else but the two of them. This happens a lot in Switzerland. The Swiss, on the other hand, are also happy to act as a bridge between the warring parties. This is essential to increase Switzerland's influence and at the same time ensure its security. Very advantageous.

"Your Excellency, I didn't expect you to take the initiative to ask to meet me, which is a bit unexpected to me!" Minister Liang Botao smiled. As Minister of the Chinese Empire in Switzerland. Because of the strength of the Chinese Empire, he lived a very nourishing life in Switzerland. Plus after the destruction of the United States. It also made the prestige of the Chinese Empire soar. Many people deliberately scolded him, which made Minister Liang Botao very satisfied.

"Your Excellency. Are you insulting me? Minister Apraksin's face was a little ugly, and in his opinion, Minister Liang Botao seemed to be laughing at him. Of course, as a proud Russian aristocrat, it would be difficult for him to bow to a yellow man. If he hadn't suppressed the anger in his heart, he would have left long ago.

Of course, the consequence of this was that the bridge of communication between the Chinese Empire and Russia was completely severed, and the two countries could only distinguish the victory and defeat through the battlefield. If one side wants to end the war, it must not defeat the other. Judging from the current situation, it is obvious that Russia does not have the strength to defeat the Chinese Empire, and only the Chinese Empire has this strength. Therefore, Minister Liang Botao has proud capital.

"Your Excellency, I didn't mean to laugh at you. In fact, over this period of time, I have met with quite a few envoys from the North Atlantic Military Alliance member states to Switzerland. The British, the French, and the Austro-Hungarians, it seems, can no longer hold on. I had a hunch that we would meet soon. Minister Liang Botao smiled all over his face.

"Damn! These damn yellow-skinned monkeys, they're always so arrogant! A flash of anger flashed across Minister Apraksin's face. If he could, he couldn't wait to slap Minister Liang Botao hard.

"Your Excellency, now Russia is at a disadvantage. However, if the Chinese Empire wants to win the war, it will not be so easy! "Minister Apraksin is completely dead. It seems that all Westerners are like this. They believed that it would be a shame to bow to the Chinese Empire.

"Well, then, Your Excellency, what is your purpose for today? It wasn't just to say these things to me, was it? Minister Liang Botao asked. Anyway, it is the Russians who are in a hurry now, and the longer it drags on, the worse it will be for them.

"Your Excellency, Russia hopes to be able to negotiate peace with the Chinese Empire and end this war. Of course, if this war continues, the losses to Russia will be very large. But in the same way, it will also cause huge losses to the Chinese Empire. We can sit down and negotiate an end to this war. This is very beneficial for both of our countries! Minister Apraksin said.

Minister Liang Botao smiled, these Russians, if they want to ask for peace, they can say it unmistakably, why are they so high-sounding.

"Then, Your Excellency, what conditions is Russia prepared to pay if it wants to ask for peace?" Minister Liang Botao asked. Now, the Chinese Empire is the victor, and if Russia wants to end the war, it will not be possible without paying the price.

"Your Excellency, our two countries are hereby quitting. Russia then ceded the Ural Mountains and the territories east of the Ural River to the Chinese Empire in exchange for peace. Minister Apraksin said.

Minister Liang Botao shook his head suddenly, although he had not yet contacted China. However, the Russians only want to end the war at such a small price, which inevitably begs the Chinese Empire on the spot, right? He was sure that the appetite at home would be great, and the Russians would not be able to satisfy the appetite of the empire at this price. What's more, this time it was the Russians who took the initiative to send it to the door, and if the Chinese Empire didn't slaughter them ruthlessly, it would be completely sorry for themselves!

"Your Excellency, such a condition is impossible for the Chinese Empire to accept. If Russia does not show greater sincerity, then it will be impossible to end the war between our two countries! Minister Liang Botao said directly.

"These greedy yellow-skinned monkeys, they will definitely go to hell when they die!" Minister Apraksin couldn't help but grumble in his heart.

"Your Excellency, I wonder what your country is willing to do to end the war?"

"Your Excellency, I don't know the specific requirements. I need to report back to China. Well, that's all for today's meeting. Wait until there is a reply in China, and we will meet again! Minister Liang Botao said.

Minister Apraksin nodded, although the Russian domestic urgency is very urgent, but if the expression is urgent, then the Chinese will definitely raise the asking price again because of this.

"All right, Your Excellency. I look forward to our next meeting! Minister Apraksin said.

Soon, after the meeting between the two was over, the two reappeared at the banquet as if they hadn't left at all. For the sake of secrecy, the rest of the countries did not know that the Chinese Empire and Russia had already come into contact.

When the banquet was over, as soon as Minister Liang Botao returned to the embassy, he immediately sent a telegram to China. It's late at night in Switzerland, but it's already morning in Japan.

Wei Yuan, the Imperial Foreign Minister, had just gone to work when he saw a telegram from Minister Liang Botao from his secretary.

"Oh? Can't the Russians hold it up? You want to talk to us about it. It seems that the last loss completely hurt them! Wei Yuan said with a smile.

"It's just that ceding the Ural Mountains and the territory east of the Ural River to us is not enough!"

"Come on, prepare the car, I'm going to see His Majesty!" Wei Yuan said one after another.

Soon, Wei Yuan got into the car and headed to the palace.

At this time, in the palace, the emperor Long Yufei was listening to the report of Marshal Niu Meng. During the Battle of the Urals, the Imperial Army successfully broke through the Russian defenses and is now pursuing the Russians. Although, the chase is not over. However, it is tentatively expected that the results this time will be very fruitful. The Imperial Army will annihilate more than a million Russian troops.

It can be said that this is a good start for the Imperial Army's offensive in Eastern Europe!

"It seems that we will soon be able to destroy Russia! After the breakthrough of the Urals, it was the Volga. And along the Volga, it is already the hinterland of Russia! Soon we will be able to take Moscow, take St. Petersburg! Emperor Long Yufei's face was full of longing.

Since the founding of the empire, Russia has been a major problem for the empire. Now, this big problem is finally going to be solved. (A good event for pie in the sky, cool mobile phones are waiting for you!) Follow from ~ Dian/Chinese network public account (WeChat add friends - add public account - enter ddxiaoshuo), participate now! Everyone has a prize, now pay attention to ddxiaoshuo WeChat public account! (To be continued......)

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