Chapter 1379: Woe to Xiao Wall
Mohammed. Saeed was lost in thought, and the Chinese suddenly came to the door, which made him feel that something was unusual. He was not unaware of the establishment of the Holy Alliance and the Peace Alliance. It's just that for Egypt, that qiē is too far away. As nominally part of the Ottoman Empire, they were not qualified to participate in such an international confrontation.
Of course, the support of the Chinese Empire was a rare opportunity for Egypt. As long as it succeeds, then Egypt will be able to become a truly independent country. When the time comes, he too will become the Sultan of Egypt. Of course, it is not so easy for this qiē to succeed. In the event of an uprising in Egypt, the Ottoman Turkish army would immediately kill them. And will the Egyptian army be able to withstand it? At least, Muhammad. Said had no faith. Egypt's army is not as brave as it was a few decades ago. Not to mention, the military strength of the Ottoman Turkish Empire has also increased greatly. Neither the army nor the navy was Egypt's opponent of the Ottoman Turkish Empire.
Especially the navy, which in Egypt is almost equal to a blank slate. The navy of the Ottoman Turkish Empire, on the other hand, was a powerful navy consisting of the most advanced battleships in the world. Egypt is nothing to compare with.
"What kind of support can the Chinese Empire give us?" Mohammed. Said asked. Although, in his opinion, it does not seem feasible. Still, he didn't say no right away. After all, such an opportunity is too rare. If you refuse, you won't necessarily have it again.
"The Chinese Empire could provide Egypt with an interest-free loan to cover the costs of Egypt's military expansion and war expenses. Other than that. The Chinese Empire could provide Egypt with weapons and equipment that could arm 100,000 men. These weapons and equipment were provided to Egypt free of charge. If, of course, Egypt wants more weapons and equipment. We can sell at a low price! Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng said with a smile.
Mohammed. Said frowned, such conditions. Obviously, he can't accept it.
Perhaps, in the eyes of the Chinese Empire, the Ottoman Turkish Empire was nothing more than an insignificant small state. However, in the eyes of Egypt, the Ottoman Turkish Empire turned out to be a behemoth. Relying solely on the strength of Egypt, it would be difficult for us to defeat the Ottoman Turkish Empire. If the Chinese Empire is willing to send troops to fight with Egypt, we are willing to try. Otherwise, Egypt does not intend to change the status quo! "Clearly, Muhammad. Still, Saeed chose to go the cautious way. The support given to Egypt by the Chinese Empire was too limited. He feared that not only would he not succeed, but that he would make Egypt pay a heavy price. It is even more afraid that Egypt will become a pawn and cannon fodder of the Chinese Empire in its fight against the Ottoman Turkish Empire.
Mohammed. Said's choice made Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng frown. He did not seem to expect that the Egyptians would refuse, after all, this was a great opportunity to get rid of the Ottoman Turkish Empire. The Chinese Empire would not personally use force against the Ottoman Turkish Empire now. In this case, it is very likely that a world war will be triggered immediately. The Chinese Empire, as well as many of its allies, were not yet fully prepared for war. A large number of troops have not yet been recruited. Therefore, the Chinese empire needed to avoid being directly involved in the war. However, the Chinese Empire had already taken a lot of action against the Ottoman Turkish Empire, and the Egyptians relied on their own capabilities. With the support of the Chinese Empire, it was also absolutely possible to defeat the Ottoman Turkish Empire.
"Your Excellency Pasha, don't you have to think about it again? The support of the Chinese Empire, however, was slight. The Ottoman Turkish Empire was strong though. But their troops were mainly concentrated on the Ukrainian plains and the Balkans. There are very few armies that can be used to deal with Egypt in years! Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng said. Egypt was an important pawn of the empire against the Ottoman Turkish Empire, and it was also an important fulcrum for the empire to control the Middle East in the future. If Egypt refuses to cooperate with the Empire. Then, the strategy of the empire will be difficult to achieve.
"I'm sorry. Your Excellency, General. Egypt does not want to change the status quo now! "Muhammad. Said shook his head. As long as the Chinese Empire did not make it clear that it would send troops to attack the Ottoman Turkish Empire, Egypt would not risk fighting the Chinese Empire. After all. Although if successful, the benefits will be very impressive. But again, the stakes are too great. If it fails, the Chinese can easily pull out, but Egypt is finished. To be precise, it was the rule of the House of Muhammad in Egypt that came to an end.
"Well, Your Excellency Pasha, then I will take my leave!" Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng had no choice but to resign and leave. Although, Muhammad. Said refused to cooperate with the Chinese Empire, but Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng did not give up. Mohammed. Said though he was the supreme ruler of Egypt. But not no one will be able to replace him. Simply find someone in the Egyptian government, or in the Muhammad family, to replace him, and the purpose of the empire can be achieved. This is not the first time that the MIA has done it. It is perfectly normal to subvert the regime of a small country in order to safeguard the interests of the empire.
After returning to the office, Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng immediately mobilized the intelligence officers of the Military Intelligence Agency in Egypt and began to screen for targets. At the same time, he also got in touch with the Military Intelligence Bureau through Guò Radio and put Mohammed in the country. Said's attitude, as well as the backup plan he had prepared, were reported back home. For Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng's plan, the Military Intelligence Agency expressed its support. Moreover, China also said that it would give him maximum support. He was given full responsibility for the affairs of Egypt.
In fact, it is not difficult to find a person to support. Even, when Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng was still screening, the other party took the initiative to come to the door. It is clear that in Egypt, dissatisfied with Muhammad. There are still quite a few people in Said.
The person who came was a young man in his thirties, with a big beard and a strong build. Standing there, there was a fierce aura from his body. Obviously, this is the momentum that has been cultivated in the military for a long time.
"Hello, General, I'm Ismail!" The person who came took the initiative to report his identity.
"Hello, General Ismail!" Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng immediately knew the identity of the other party. Mohammed. Ali's grandson, Ibrahim's second son, lieutenant general and division commander of the 3rd Infantry Division of the Egyptian Army, is also a powerful member of the Muhammad family. He had just returned to Cairo after quelling the rebellion in the Sudan. In Egypt, he was regarded as Muhammad. One of Said's heirs.
Although, Ismail was eligible to inherit the rule of Egypt. However, Muhammad. Said did not seem to intend to pass Pasha's position to him. In his youth, Ismail received a European-style education in Paris and attended the Army Staff College. Upon his return, his brother died, and he became the successor of his uncle, Pasha Said I of Egypt. For the sake of his own safety, Sayyid I tried not to keep Ismail by his side, leaving Ismail on a mission overseas, and Ismail served under the Pope, Napoleon III, and the Ottoman Sultanate. In 1861, Ismail led an army of 18,000 men to quell a rebellion in Sudan
"Your Excellency, General, I heard that you have not been able to achieve your purpose in the palace, my uncle, and have rejected your offer." Ismael smiled.
"Yes, Your Excellency. His Excellency Pasha seems to have considered the Ottoman Turkish Empire invincible, so he rejected our offer. But, I think, this is a great loss for Egypt, and you will lose the opportunity to become an independent country! Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng said.
"Your Excellency, I completely agree with you. This is a rare opportunity in Egypt! Ismail nodded.
"It's a pity that His Excellency Pasha has already refused!" Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng looked regretful.
"No, Your Excellency. Things have not yet reached the point of no return. I firmly believe that Egypt still has an opportunity to cooperate with the Chinese Empire. Ismail said firmly.
Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng knew that Ismail wanted to cooperate with the Chinese Empire alone. Although he was the successor of Egypt, Saeed was still young, not much older than Ismail. If there is no accident, it is difficult to say which of the two will survive to the end.
"Your Excellency General, if I overthrow Said's rule, will the Chinese Empire support me?" Ismail continued.
"Of course, the object of cooperation of the Chinese Empire is Egypt, no matter who is the ruler of Egypt. As long as you are willing to cooperate with the Chinese Empire, the Chinese Empire will support it! Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng said.
"All right, Your Excellency. I need the help of the Chinese Empire to overthrow Said's rule. I promise that when I become the ruler of Egypt, Egypt will fully cooperate with the Chinese Empire. We will wage war against the Ottoman Turkish Empire and seek independence. Ismail said.
Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng nodded, Ismail is indeed a good partner to work with. As Muhammad. Ali's grandson, Ibrahim's second son, still has a large number of people in Egypt who support him. Ismail, in particular, was also very influential in the Egyptian army, and this time the suppression of the Sultan was a sign of his further takeover of the army. If there is the support of the Chinese Empire and Ismail overthrows Said's rule, it should be completely fine.
"Your Excellency, the Chinese Empire is willing to support you!" Brigadier General Zheng Haisheng laughed.
"Thank you for the support of the Chinese Empire, with your support, I will definitely succeed. Egypt will become a close ally of the Chinese Empire! Ismail also had a smile on his face. He felt that he seemed to be much closer to the throne of Egypt. (To be continued......)
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