The post-war peace conference was held in Istanbul, and some people were happy and some were worried. Rejoicing naturally was the Ottoman Turkish Empire, Sultan Abdul. Mejid I claimed that this was a manifestation of the strength of the Ottoman Turkish Empire, a recognition of the strength of the Ottoman Turkish Empire in all countries. In the future world system, the Ottoman Turkish Empire will play an even more important role.

The Kingdom of Prussia also thought that this was a thwart of the Chinese Empire's attempt, and Wilhelm I and his ministers were very excited. Of course, although the Chinese Empire was somewhat dissatisfied, it was not yet to the point of sorrow. It doesn't matter where the peace conference is held, what matters is how much benefit the empire can gain from this peace conference, which is the most important thing.

This sentence is the speech of the Emperor Long Yufei in a broadcast. When the empire agreed to hold the peace conference in Istanbul, the people of the empire were very angry about this, and outside the building of the imperial foreign department, there were even radical protests, which made Foreign Minister Wei Yuan's face pale. In order to alleviate the anger of the people, the emperor Long Yufei then made a public speech. Long Yufei claimed that although the war was over, the empire had become a well-deserved world hegemon. However, the hegemony of the empire is not yet stable, and there are still people who want to challenge the hegemony of the empire. Therefore, in the coming time, the empire needs to accelerate the pace of development and increase the strength of the empire to meet new challenges.

In addition, Long Yufei also assured the people that the empire will definitely achieve satisfactory results in this negotiation∈↑. The benefits that the empire should receive will definitely not be affected by the change of the place where the peace conference will be held. Otherwise, the Empire will not hesitate to continue the war.

Long Yufei's speech. It was supported by the popular population of the empire. Everyone thinks that in this world war. The Empire is the country that contributes the most. In this peace conference, the Empire deserves the greatest share of the fruits of victory. If other nations conspire to seize the fruits of the Empire's rightful victory. Then, the people of the Empire will support the Empire to wage war against the enemy once again.

It can be said that this is also a statement by Long Yufei and the entire empire. This attitude of the Chinese Empire made the Ottoman Turkish Empire and the Kingdom of Prussia a little worried. They had a feeling that this time it seemed to have stimulated the Chinese Empire. And if they offend the Chinese Empire, it doesn't seem to be a good thing for them! If the two sides tear their faces apart again at the peace conference, will it lead to more tension and directly trigger a new round of war?

But. Overall, the venue and time of the peace conference have been decided. Countries are beginning to prepare to send delegations to the conference. The prime ministers or prime ministers of the victorious and defeated powers, as well as the foreign ministers, would travel to Istanbul for the peace conference. Some important countries will also send more honorable figures. For example, the Imperial Crown Prince Long Hua will represent the Empire at this peace conference. The Kingdom of Prussia, upon learning of this news, also expressed the message of the Crown Prince of Prussia. Frederick would also travel to Istanbul to attend the peace conference. It can be said that the confrontation between the Chinese Empire and the Kingdom of Prussia had already begun during this peace conference. Followed by. It will be up to the victorious countries to make their statement.

The Kingdom of Belgium and the Kingdom of Spain were both staunch allies of the Empire, although they paid a heavy price in this war. But again, they serve as victorious powers. There will also be huge benefits to be gained this time. Naturally, they supported the Chinese Empire.

However, neither the Kingdom of Spain nor the Kingdom of Belgium can be considered a great power. In particular, the Kingdom of Belgium. In the war, they paid the price of millions of casualties. As a result, the total population of the country has dropped directly to more than 3 million. And, these people who were killed and wounded. Almost all of them are young people, which directly causes most of the country's young generation to be killed and injured. For the Kingdom of Belgium, it was undoubtedly a major blow. Without a respite of one or two decades, it would be impossible for the country to recover.

As a result, the Kingdom of Spain and Belgium were able to provide very limited assistance to the Empire. If you really want to go to war with the Kingdom of Prussia, you can only rely on your own strength. The Kingdom of Spain and the Kingdom of Belgium gave the empire a foothold in Europe at most.

In comparison, the Ottoman Turkish Empire was much stronger. In terms of population, the population of the Ottoman Turkish Empire amounted to more than thirty million. And the location is very important. In addition, after the acquisition of Ukraine, the Ottoman Turkish Empire no longer needs to worry about food, and the country's strength has undoubtedly risen to a new level. Therefore, both the Chinese Empire and the Kingdom of Prussia hoped to win over the Ottoman Turkish Empire. This time, when the Chinese Empire and the Kingdom of Prussia were fighting for the place where the peace conference would be held, the Ottoman Turkish Empire was allowed to pick up a bargain.

"Your Majesty, the peace meeting is scheduled for November 6, and there are still more than two months to go. However, there is still a lot to deal with by then. We had to get to Istanbul early! Foreign Minister Wei Yuan's face tense. This time, because the venue for the peace conference was in Istanbul, he was under a lot of pressure. He also made up his mind that this time at the Istanbul Peace Conference, he must strive for the greatest interests of the empire. Otherwise, then there will really be no face to return to China to see my parents and fellow villagers.

"Hmmm! It's better to go earlier. Contact the Empire's allies more often, and they will be sure to align themselves with the Empire at this peace conference. In addition, the Empire also needs to support the legitimate interests of the Empire's allies. Long Yufei said. At this peace conference, the victorious country will dominate the defeated country, and in addition, it will inevitably be intrigued between the victorious countries. It can be said that the delegation of the empire this time has a heavy responsibility.

"Your Majesty, then we'll leave in three days!" Prime Minister Lin Zihao also said. Although, there are still a lot of things to deal with in the country. However, the Istanbul Peace Conference is the most important thing. Therefore, Lin Zihao also needs to temporarily put down his work and go to Istanbul to attend the peace conference.

"Hmmm! When you arrive in Istanbul, you have to tell the crown prince more that he must not make mistakes. Long Yufei said. The Imperial Crown Prince Long Hua is now 17 years old. As the future successor of the empire, Long Yufei has already begun to deliberately cultivate him. After all, Long Yufei is forty-five years old this year. can still be in charge of the empire for twenty years at most, and then, the crown prince Longhua will have to command the entire empire.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Lin Zihao nodded.

Originally, they were worried that Prince Longhua would encounter accidents when he went to Istanbul, so they opposed Longhua's visit to Istanbul. However, Long Yufei said that the current empire has become a world hegemon, who would dare to use such a despicable trick to deal with the empire? If they dare to attack the crown prince, then what awaits them will be completely ruined.

In addition, letting the crown prince Longhua participate in this peace meeting can also increase his knowledge. Of course, the main affairs of the delegation, as well as the position of the empire in the peace conference, were still decided by Lin Zihao and Wei Yuan. Prince Longhua is just a symbol and has no actual power. When he is young, he can't compare with the heads of government and diplomats of various countries, and those guys are not old foxes.

"Your Majesty, the Imperial Navy will send a cruiser fleet to escort His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, His Majesty the Prime Minister, and His Majesty the Foreign Minister to Istanbul. After the Suez Canal was passed, four 'Qin-class' battleships and four 'Western Han-class' battleships of the Imperial Navy's 1st Fleet were to escort them to Istanbul. Chief of the General Staff, General Sun Hao, said.

"Hmmm! The main warships of the Imperial Navy went to Istanbul, mainly to serve as a deterrent, so that they could see how powerful the Imperial Navy was. If you want to challenge the Empire, you must first have a strong navy. Otherwise, any attempt to challenge the Empire will be self-inflicted! Long Yufei nodded.

The two major fleets of the Imperial Navy, a total of 24 battleships. These warships constituted the Great Wall of Maritime Steel of the Empire. There is no other country that can now compare to the Empire. The mighty battleship is a symbol of the most powerful force of this era.

Long Yufei could even imagine how much shock the Turks would be caused by the eight battleships of the Imperial Navy when they arrived in Istanbul. The Sultan Abdul of the Ottoman Turkish Empire, whose ambitions had just swelled. Mejid I, the expression on his face is probably wonderful!

In addition, as the construction of the Imperial Navy's 'Tang-class' battleships is about to begin, the 'Qin-class' battleships and the 'Western Han-class' battleships are already a little old. In this decisive naval battle with the British, the battleships of both classes were damaged on different paths. Although it has been repaired again, it is certainly not as good as a new ship. In addition, the main gun of 280 mm caliber was too small for future operations at sea. If we can take advantage of this opportunity to sell both the 'Qin-class' battleships and the 'Western Han-class' battleships of the Imperial Navy, then the Empire will be able to obtain more funds to build new battleships.

According to the analysis of the General Staff, even without the 'Qin-class' battleships and the 'Western Han-class' battleships, the eight 'Eastern Han-class' battleships of the Imperial Navy can still safeguard the Empire's maritime interests. After the next class of 'Tang-class' battleships entered service two and a half years later, the strength of the Imperial Navy will once again be restored. (To be continued......)

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