Zhu Erdian smiled, he knew that Conger was talking about Yang Xiaolin's beast, that guy used to be a standard bandit in the eyes of their British. In fact, now Commander Yang himself may not know the Dao, he still has a certain mass base in the Western world, and some Western generals admire him very much, including Zhu Erdian himself who also believes that a bandit can rush from more than 200 guns to today, Yang is indeed very good at fighting ghosts.

Because of this, he didn't believe that there would be any accidents in Africa, after all, how many beasts like Yang Xiaolin were there in this world?

After returning from the U.S. Legation, Mr. Sun Wen found Yang Xiaolin and Yuan Shikai, explained in detail the situation of his meeting with Zhu Erdian, and studied what kind of countermeasures China should take.

"The British are obviously forcing us to choose their side, and although Jurdian does not say it so clearly, I can be sure that as long as we choose the camp of the British, according to them, we will be able to solve all the problems we face by breaking off the present close relations with Germany."

After Mr. Sun Wen finished speaking, he made this explanation, there was obviously an eagerness in his eyes, Yang Xiaolin sat there and did not speak, but Yuan Shikai asked: "Then if we break off relations with Germany, and the British do not do what we want, what should we do at that time?" ”

Yang Xiaolin sat there smoking a cigarette and frowned, obviously pondering something, when he immediately said after listening to Yuan Shikai's question: "Yuan Gong, I think we should keep a little distance from the Germans, this has nothing to do with the British. Just for the future development of our China. ”

Lao Yuan was really taken aback, Yang Dagui wants to keep his distance from the Germans? This really didn't happen to him. Mr. Sun Wen's eyes also lit up immediately: "Xiaolin, can you say in more detail?" ”

Yang Xiaolin paused for a moment. After thinking about his words for a moment, he said: "Actually, the Germans are so close to us for only one reason, and that is that we can help them." State-to-state diplomacy is just that, using each other for the better. ”

Lao Yuan snorted and said that he agreed with this opinion: "I know the way." I'm not afraid of being taken advantage of, but no one wants to take advantage of us if I was like that before. That's the scariest thing. ”

Yang Xiaolin smiled: "What Yuan Gong said is right. But in the process of this transaction, we must hold our own position, that is, we must have our own diplomatic strategy. You can't just think about what the Germans get from us. We should think more, what exactly do we want from the Germans? ”

He spread his hands for a moment: "Military cooperation is beneficial to us and Germany, and this can be continued with the Germans." But when it comes to war, we must adhere to one principle. That is, the fight with Russia is for our own sake. ”

Mr. Sun Wen thought for a moment. Immediately understood what Commander Yang wanted next: "Xiaolin, do you mean to make a clear statement and let the British know that we have no intention of getting involved in the war that is about to break out in Europe?" ”

Yang Xiaolin nodded and said: "Yes, not only to let the British know the Tao, but also let the Germans know the Tao." A major war in Europe is on the verge of breaking out, and when the flames of war are burning, the whole of Europe will certainly not be avoided. I think it would be in our best interest at that time if we could stay out of it for a few years. ”

Lao Yuan looked at him for a moment, and smiled at the corner of his mouth: "What?" Aren't you going to fish in troubled waters? This is not your Commander Yang's character. ”

"Of course I want to touch the fish. But that also depends on how deep the water is. Our current situation, go to Europe to fish. I guess even if I see it, I can only touch a few shrimp. ”

This metaphor is very vivid, and Mr. Sun Wen obviously agrees with Commander Yang's concept: "What Xiao Lin said is very right, let's make our position clear, it may be helpful to our current situation, and it will not cause much loss in the future, so let's make a statement tomorrow, just say that China will never join any military bloc, and will not form a military alliance with any country, Yuan Gong, what do you think?" ”

Yuan Shikai's big belly straightened up: "Okay, you look at the hair, this is what it means." ”

Yang Xiaolin's fingers tapped a few times on the table, he really didn't want the British to misunderstand that Germany and China were military alliances, although the two sides were very close, but Commander Yang wanted to give the British a feeling that China would not intervene in the European war.

This is in China's interest.

He knew very well the scale of the First World War, it was not a battle that would end in a few months, as the two sides were now preparing for a brawl, and the war destroyed an entire generation of people in Europe and sent a lot of assets to the United States.

Why does it go to the United States? It was the United States that remained neutral before the war, giving countries a sense of security there. Yang Xiaolin hopes that China can also give the world countries such a feeling, and at the same time, he feels that he should take greater steps to cooperate with the Japanese on the Asian issue.

Little Japan is making every effort to develop its navy, and its determination to dye the North and the West is well known to the world, and if they fight the Americans again, things will be too perfect for China.

Not to mention that the Chinese are now saying that non-alignment is not very righteous to Germany, and not to say that cooperation with Japan is not good, diplomacy is like this, the core of his guidance is national interests, and the judgment of allies and enemies is easy with the times.

The relationship between China and Japan is very complicated, not to mention the Sino-Japanese War and the Taiwan issue, in the long run, Japan seeks hegemony in Asia, and their development of the navy is also aimed at locking the Chinese to land. As long as China wants to break out and compete with Japan for hegemony in Asia, a decisive conflict will eventually break out between the two sides.

China is seeking development under Russian fire, and Yang Xiaolin is building Chinese troops in his footsteps. The Japanese side wanted to get enough nourishment from the South Seas, and then have the capital to engage in a protracted battle with China.

Once the conflict has become irreversible, the victor will never allow the loser to challenge himself again, and the losing side may lose more than just international status. What both sides are waiting for is really only the moment when they can fight.

No one can afford to lose.

Therefore, China's pace must be fastened at all costs. You have to be faster than Japan. In addition to the contrast of strength between the two countries, the sophistication of diplomatic means is also a really important factor.

A good foreign policy can win a lot of benefits for war, but the diplomacy of a weak country is bound to be in a weak position. This sentence is a bit too absolute. Taking the current situation as an example, China's strength is not comparable to Japan's, but as long as we are united, strong-willed, have the right strategy, and have a clear understanding of the interests of various countries, we can completely gain an advantageous position in the game.

Although Lao Yuan did not know the situation of the war in Europe. It was also known what kind of benefits Lu Dao would bring to breaking the diplomatic ice situation by taking a slight step back, but he still asked worriedly: "Kobayashi, if the Germans have any reaction." What are you going to do with it? ”

Yang Xiaolin shook his head lightly: "No, we just don't join the camp, and various military cooperation is still going on." There is nothing to lose for Germany, not to mention that our war with the Russians will continue. ”

Yuan Shikai said at this time: "There is one more thing I want to tell you. Our current currency is still silver and copper coins made in the Manchu Dynasty. Premier Chen has already given me a plan to issue our new China's own currency, I discussed with him, absolutely minting silver dollars is more appropriate, the face value ranges from one yuan to five yuan, and we plan to use paper money for currencies below one yuan, Xiaolin, do you have no opinion? ”

New China must have its own currency. Yang Xiaolin knew this point, and he wanted to issue the currency of the base area when he was in Liaodong. Later, when I saw that it didn't work, it didn't mean that it couldn't be issued, but it was not good for the monetary system after the reunification of the country, so I didn't do that.

"Of course you can, I don't have any opinion on this matter, Yuan Gong, you and Xingtai can just watch it."

Yuan Shikai nodded: "Well, then I said that, I plan to print the pattern of our national flag on the front of the silver dollar, but I haven't thought about it yet." ”

Yang Xiaolin smiled: "What else do you think about this?" Just print your avatar on the back. ”

It can be said that Yuan Shikai has no merit as the president of the Republic of China, but Yuan Datou's contribution to China is indeed not small.

Commander Yang's words can be regarded as saying that Yuan Shikai went to his heart, behind the dollar is Washington, and behind the silver dollar is Yuan Shikai, what can't it be Yuan Shikai? Lao Yuan had such an idea for a long time, but he was embarrassed to say it.

I was planning to find someone to speak for me in a few days, but I didn't expect Yang to be so good, which really made Yuan Shikai's whole heart bloom.

However, Lao Yuan still said: "This, not very good?" ”

Before Yang Xiaolin and Sun Wen could speak, Lei Zhenchun came in from outside: "President, Zaitao has returned from Daqingshan and is waiting outside the door." ”

Lao Yuan hurriedly stood up: "Quick, invite him in!" ”

Lord Belle performed quite well in this national disaster, not to mention blowing up Guangxu's palace, but also carrying the banner of resistance. And from the beginning of the war to the present, he has fulfilled his promise never to withdraw from Mongolia, until Commander Yang asked him to come back to form the Fourth Front Army, and he handed over the battle there to Wu Peifu.

This also makes Zaitao now have a good reputation in China, Yuan Shikai has long wanted to win over Lord Belle, but unfortunately Zaitao has always ignored his orders and can't find a chance to speak. Now that Zaitao is back, Yuan Shikai immediately went out to greet him in person.

I haven't seen him for more than half a year, and Zaitao looks a lot thinner, but his eyes are still as bright as before. Commander Yang likes Zaitao's eyes, this Lord Belle has no heart, he can't hide his emotions, joy, anger and sorrow can be reflected on his face, such a person is easy to get along with.

Yuan Shikai began to laugh from afar: "Ha Luha! Lord Belle, you're finally back! You said that I brought you so many letters, and I didn't see you reply, and I was really worried about your safety here. Fortunately, it looks like the body is not bad! I'm finally relieved. ”

Zaitao stared at Yuan Shikai for a while: "There is President Laoda who is concerned, and Xiaomin is really flattered!" I really didn't expect that I was so important in President Yuan's heart, ashamed, ashamed! (To be continued......)