PS: The first update arrives, asking for subscriptions, monthly passes and recommended tickets!

"It is no wonder that the Qing state is becoming more and more decaying, they have a population of hundreds of millions, but they were defeated by the British with more than 10,000 troops a few years ago, which made the Chinese empire rise rapidly. It seems that they are focusing on enjoying food and everything. How can there be hope for such a country? However, this is very beneficial for Russia. With such a neighbor, Russia can bully them at will! Colonel Nevelskoy thought secretly. If the Chinese Empire had unified China, the industrial strength of the Chinese Empire and the aggressiveness of its foreign expansion would certainly pose a serious threat to Russia. If the Manchus had won the war and unified China once again, Russia would not only have resolved the crisis, but would also have an object to be oppressed at will, just like the Ottoman Turkish Empire to the west.

Colonel Nevelskoy had already made up his mind to persuade Governor Muravyov and the rest of the country to do their utmost to help the Manchus defeat the Chinese Empire, which would be of great benefit to banking Russia, and could even affect Russia's future.

"Thank you very much for your hospitality, these are all supreme delicacies!" Colonel Nevelskoy said.

"Your Excellency, if you like it, it's the best. I can give you a cook, so you can eat this kind of food often! Saishana hurriedly said. Although Nevelskoy was nothing more than a colonel, he was still a high-ranking officer. Build a good relationship with such a high-ranking officer. For the Manchus, it was also very advantageous. What's more, this time Colonel Nevelskoy was ordered to consult with the Manchu government on important matters. If you have a good relationship, you may be able to reap some benefits.

"Thank you, Lord Sai, but forget it! A comfortable life would make me lose my ambition! Colonel Nevelskoy hurriedly refused.

Then, after a few more pleasantries, their conversation gradually began to get to the point.

"Lord Sai, the Emperor of the Chinese Empire visited Europe in the second half of last year and reached a series of agreements with several major European powers. The influence of the Chinese Empire in the international community is increasing day by day! This is not a good thing for Qing Guo. Many countries in the world now regard the Chinese Empire as the sole legitimate government of China. And the Qing State was ignored by them. Minister Ivan said.

"Humph! Those guys in the south are just a bunch of rebels. One day, my Qing army will wipe them all out! When the time comes, the Zhongxing of the Qing Dynasty is just around the corner! Sezanne said firmly. Merely. It's hard to say how much confidence you have in these words.

"Lord Sai. The emperor of the Chinese Empire, Long Yufei, has returned to China. According to the information we have received, they are about to start a war against the Qing State. I'm curious to know, is Qingguo ready? Minister Ivan continued.

"The Qing Dynasty signed a treaty with the rebels in the south. However, if they want to tear up the treaty in disregard of shame, then we have no choice but to fight. However, the Qing Dynasty was fully prepared. Once the war starts, the final victory will definitely belong to the Qing Dynasty. The million-strong teachers of the Qing Dynasty are not vegetarians! Sezanne said. As if it would give him courage.

"Lord Sai. It would have been better if the Qing State had the confidence to defeat the Chinese Empire. However, many countries in the world are not optimistic about the Qing Dynasty. You must know that in the first half of last year, when it was in Burma, the Chinese Empire defeated hundreds of thousands of British troops with only a few hundred thousand troops. Although the British were only strong in the navy, the strength of the army was not very good. But I believe that the combat power of the British Army may be stronger than that of the Qing Army. In this comparison, the Qing Kingdom really does not have much chance of winning. Colonel Nevelskoy said.

Sezanne wanted to refute, but didn't know what to say. He was also very clear about the great war between the Chinese Empire and the British in Burma. When he learned of the final result, he and the rulers of the Manchu Qing Dynasty were terrified. If it weren't for the fact that there was really no way out, they wouldn't want to be the enemy of the Chinese Empire all the time. But the problem is that they have no way out, they can only go all the way to the dark.

"Your Excellency, what is your purpose for coming this time?" Sezanne asked, knowing that the Russians would not send an envoy to Beijing for no reason. This is especially true at this juncture.

"Lord Sai, Russia's relations with the Chinese Empire are not good, and we do not want such a country to become our neighbor." Colonel Nevelskoy said.

Seishan's face suddenly became pleasantly surprised. He was able to understand what Colonel Nevelskoy meant, and didn't this show that Russia was willing to support the war between the Manchus and the Chinese Empire? Originally, the Manchu Qing thought that they were isolated in this war, but now they actually had an unexpected ally, which really made him overjoyed.

"Your Excellency, is Russia willing to support us? That's great. With the support of Russia, we will definitely be able to defeat those rebels! Saishana said excitedly, he couldn't help but think about the regent Aixin Jueluo. Mianyu and Chief Military Minister Wen Qing reported. It would undoubtedly be great if Russia could be dragged into the water and participate in the war against the Chinese Empire.

"Lord Sai, of course Russia is willing to support the Qing Kingdom. We hope that Qing will be the victor in this war, and Russia is willing to provide some help for this. Colonel Nevelskoy said.

"Great, Your Excellency, can Russia enter the war directly? How many troops can you send into battle? Sezanne looked at Colonel Nevelskoy with a blank eye. Foreign support was particularly important for the Manchus, which would undoubtedly greatly boost the morale of the Manchu army. Of course, the Manchu rulers, such as Cezanne, believed that the combat effectiveness of foreign armies was stronger than that of the Manchu armies, and in this way, they would have more confidence in the war against the Chinese Empire.

"Lord Sai, whether Russia directly sends troops to the war depends on our next negotiations!" Ivan, the Russian minister to the Manchu Qing Dynasty, said with a smile.

Sezanne nodded, he knew that there was no such thing as a free lunch in the world, and the Russians were asking for benefits. In this regard, he can also understand that the Russians must not be allowed to help in vain. As long as you can defeat the Chinese Empire and keep the Manchu Dynasty, it will be worth it.

"Lord Sai, in view of the friendly relations between our two countries, Russia can provide intelligence support to the Qing State free of charge, or send a military advisory group to assist the Qing State in dealing with the Chinese Empire. Our army, the first in the world, was not even our opponent in the year Napoleon the Great. Colonel Nevelskoy said. Of course, the reason why the Russian army was able to dominate Europe was not because of their combat power, but because of their terrifying numbers. The number of troops is as high as 1.4 million, far exceeding that of other European countries. Coupled with the large population of Russia, they could recruit more troops. As a result, other European countries are simply not comparable to Russia in this regard. The reason why Napoleon the Great was able to defeat that year was also completely due to the cold Russian winter.

"Thanks to Russia!" Sezanne said. However, this help alone is not enough. Sezanne wanted Russia to send troops directly to the war against the Chinese Empire.

"Lord Sai, if the Qing Kingdom needs us to send troops to help you fight, you will have to pay a certain price. If the Qing were willing to cede the land north of the Heilongjiang River and east of the Ussuri River to Russia, then Russia could send troops to help the Qing state. Colonel Nevelskoy said.

"What? Do you want us to cede land, or so much land? Sezana exclaimed. Although he realized that the Russians would not help in vain, he seemed to be shocked by the appetite of the Russians. The land north of the Heilongjiang River and east of the Ussuri River is as much as hundreds of thousands of square kilometers of land! It is larger than several provinces in the interior.

"Lord Sai, those are just barren land in the ice and snow, and they are of little use to the Qing State, if they can be ceded to Russia, so as to ensure that the Chinese Empire is defeated in this war, it is undoubtedly very cost-effective." Colonel Nevelskoy said.

Seishan's face was a little cloudy.

"Lord Sai, if the Qing Kingdom is defeated by the Chinese Empire, with the contradictions of your Chinese Empire, they will definitely not let you go. When the time comes, I'm afraid all the Manchus will be killed. When he was satisfied with entering the Central Plains, he killed a lot of Han people. Even if they kill all the Manchus, I'm afraid it won't be enough to make up for it. Minister Ivan said.

Suddenly, Cezanne shuddered. If the Manchus were defeated, their fate would undoubtedly be very tragic.

"If we cede these lands to Russia, will Russia be able to ensure that we can defeat the Chinese Empire?" Sezanne asked. It is indeed a good deal to exchange a barren land for victory in the war.

Colonel Nevelskoy shook his head, and then said: "The Chinese Empire is too strong, and we dare not guarantee it. However, if the Qing were willing to pay a greater price, Russia would do everything in its power to defeat the Chinese Empire! ”

"At what cost?" Sezanne asked.

"Xinjiang, Mongolia and the entire Northeast will all be ceded to Russia! In this case, Russia will do everything in its power to defeat the Chinese Empire and ensure that the Qing State wins the war! (To be continued......)