Chapter 338 Farewell to Zhu Erdian II
The US Minister Rui Enshi could have ended his term and returned to the United States to retire with peace of mind. However, this kind of change occurred in the Far East, and he had to be busy again. In fact, this was the case with Zhu Erdian. He used to be the plenipotentiary of China's special mission and had been the emperor of this ancient country for more than ten years. Whether it was Empress Dowager Cixi or Yuan Shikai, Zhu Erdian had no fear of them, and could even take a down-looking attitude.
The reason is not that Juerdian is so great, but that the British Empire can stand out in the world, and China can only crawl at the feet of the British Empire. Now the victory is China, and Juerdian has to lower his arrogant head.
Rui Enshi, as the mediator, sat in the middle. Zhu Erdian took the British delegation to sit opposite Gu Weijun and others, and an indescribable atmosphere was brewing between the two shoulders.
"The American government is extremely concerned about the situation in the Far East. China is an important country in the Far East. The United Kingdom, like the United States, has huge interests in the Far East. The US government expresses extreme regret for the dispute between China and Britain. We fought against Germany for international justice not long ago. We have a blood-sized friendship. Until now, I still insist on this valuable friendship. I believe that there is nothing that cannot be negotiated between friends. The American government is willing to do its best for peace.
Zhu Erdian and Rui Enshi often deal with each other. As soon as the other party spoke, he knew Rui Enshi's plan. What does the United States mean that the United States has huge interests in the Far East, just like the United Kingdom, how can the United States compare with Britain? Is the United States hinting that they want to expand their interests?
Juerdian saw through the United States' plans, but now there is no other way. He can only follow the United States' statement: "The British Empire government is also a peace-loving country and cherishes the friendship with China. This time, China has air strikes on Myitkyina for no reason. A large number of British soldiers were killed by the Chinese Air Force and took the lead in the battle. I think China should adjust your attitude as soon as possible to ensure the safety of British Empire's soldiers and stop aggression and marching!"
"Mr. Jurden, I want to emphasize that China has neither taken the lead in challenging nor any invasions in northern Myanmar, including Myitkyina and other places, are China's inherent territory. We are just restoring our power and taking back our territory. Moreover, the cause of this war is very clear. Britain gathered troops on the Sino-Myanmar border while the Chinese border was fleeing, and at the same time bribed those border residents with ill intentions and took the initiative to attack China's border guards. We have collected sufficient information to prove that the war was initiated by the British colonial government. I also hope that Britain can recognize the facts, respect the integrity of China's territory and sovereignty, withdraw from the northern Myanmar region, and return these lands to the chieftains!"
After Gu Weijun finished speaking, he took out a document, which recorded the records of Britain's provocation in detail. It was a crime. If the British were to be shot ten times according to the above, it was enough for the British to be shot ten times, but this was also impossible. We must always try to take the initiative in negotiations.
"Mr. Gu Weijun, will you return the land to the toasts? It is because you abused tyranny in the country, destroyed the traditions of northern Myanmar and left those toasts without the possibility of survival that they fled to the British-controlled areas on a large scale. You disrupted the order in Myanmar and you were the ones who led the trouble. This is irrefutable!"
Gu Weijun did not admit that Zhu Erdian was accused of offending: "China's slavery reform in Yunnan and other regions belongs to China's internal affairs. Britain has no power to intervene. The Southwest Ministerial Council reforms slavery in accordance with the historical trend. Just more than half a century ago, the United States also carried out abolition of slavery. It can be seen that abolition of slavery is the general trend, and our actions are completely just!"
Gu Weijun pulled the United States in, and Rui Enshi had no choice but to speak: "Two, I think things have happened, so we should stop making these arguments. I believe you all know what is going on in Russia. The majority will soon be in power. We must take action to safeguard the world's freedom and democracy. The solutions we need now, rather than just arguing!"
In the original calendar, the United States prevailed after World War I and was not very interested in the changes in the world situation. However, in the current time and space, the United States has clearly proposed interference with Russia, which can be said to be a huge change.
In fact, there is nothing to be surprised about. Any action by the United States is to pursue the maximization of interests. With the rise of the Southwest, China began to say no to the great powers. China began to demand its own power and was no longer willing to be a piece of fish that could be slaughtered. Therefore, the United States must also increase its existence in the Far East. It is very necessary to gather China, Japan, and Britain under this banner by interfering in Russia.
Gu Weijun nodded: "Mr. Rui Enshi's words make sense. The situation in the Far East is changing drastically. We hope that the UK can adapt to this change and make the right choice based on the fundamental interests of the region!"
Although Gu Weijun's words seem to be talking about Russia's problems, everyone knows that Gu Weijun is suing Britain. China is gradually rising, and China can no longer tolerate British enslavement. Britain must adapt to the changes of the times and respect China's interests!
Facing the young and energetic Gu Weijun, Zhu Erdian suddenly felt that he was really old, just like the British Empire. Although he looked very majestic, he was already in his twilight years and decline was inevitable. Although the ancient China had ignorant women like Cixi and old-fashioned bureaucrats like Yuan Shikai, a vibrant generation was reborn in this old and decaying body.
China ushered in its second spring, which may be the reason why China can survive. Every time it comes to a critical moment, a new generation will rise to China, allowing China to pass through its youth forever.
"The attitude of the British Empire government is clear, that is, peace and stability in the Far East overwhelmingly. Now the key is to stop the war. I suggest that China and Britain first retreat to the actual control line before the conflict, and then China, Britain and India jointly send experts to inspect the border line and resolve territorial disputes through negotiation!"
Zhu Erdian also used the usual delay tactics. How could Southwest accept such conditions? If you agree, I am sorry for the soldiers who fought to death on the front line. Wouldn't this be another undefeated battle?
"The Sino-Indian border does need to be re-examined, but the current actual control line must be based on the current line of control, respect history, and return all the territory belonging to China since ancient times to China. This is the embodiment of Britain's sincerity, so we have the possibility of continuing to talk!"
China has a trick to territorial issues, that is, since ancient times! China is really old, its territory has changed several times, and it has many vassal states. In fact, when some countries steal our festivals and our ancient celebrities, we don’t have to be angry at all, but should look through history. Maybe we will find that they have been China’s territory since ancient times, and then they become their own family members. There is nothing more to register a few patents like this!
"Even if the actual control line is bounded, then Myitkyina is still under the control of Britain, and China must recognize this fact!"
"Haha, if Mr. Jurden thinks that Myitkyina can still hold on, we might as well make a bet. If the Chinese team cannot end the battle within three hours, we will lose!"
Gu Weijun was full of confidence in saying this. Now Hamilton in Myitkyina can no longer hold on. Although there are more than 23,000 soldiers in the city, there are no food or ammunition, and there are also a large number of wounded people. Tens of thousands of Chinese soldiers besieged the city. The roar of fighter planes is heard from time to time in the air in Myitkyina. Whenever the fighter planes fly over Myitkyina, the Indian soldiers seem to see a devil, with no fighting spirit at all, and their morale is extremely low.
In fact, Hamilton had secretly sent a telegram to Zhu Qinglan, asking Zhu Qinglan to allow them to surrender, but Zhu Qinglan did not agree. After all, 30,000 people surrendered to China, which would be too bad for the face of Britain. If Britain was angry and continued to fight, it would affect the strategy of going north and south. Therefore, in order to keep Hamilton going, Zhu Qinglan also provided them with some food and medicine.
It is a strange story in the history of war to openly help the enemy. Faced with this situation, let alone three hours, it can't be stopped for an hour. In a word, Myitkyina is already a ripe peach, it depends on when China is willing to pick it.
"Mr. Gu Weijun, it is useless to just show off your military power. If the British Empire is willing, our fleet can reach your coastal areas in an instant. Victory on land does not mean anything. The British Empire can turn China into ruins at any time!"
Juerdian brought out the British navy to talk about it again. Gu Weijun sneered in his heart. The British people could never hide the situation in the UK now. The British people thought that peace would be achieved if the World War ended, but things went against their wishes. The British government sent soldiers to interfere in Russia in Europe and had a conflict with China in the Far East, which made Britain face two wars at the same time. This is something that the British people could not tolerate. If Britain dared to send a fleet to the Far East, it was afraid that the cabinet would completely fall before leaving the British mainland.
Now Lloyd George's throne is not stable, and the post-war depression has made him anxious and he will not invest too much energy in the Far East.
"Mr. Jurden, if you insist on threatening China with the navy, we can only use our advantages to play our strengths. The battlefield will not only be Myitkyina, but also to Mandalay, but also to India. For dignity, China is willing to give everything. I wonder if the British Empire is willing?"
Looking at Gu Weijun's joking smile on his lips, Juerdian was completely guilty. Britain still had to maintain the colonial empire, so how could he fight with China?
"We don't want war, and the United States does not want to see two important allies fall into the war. Since we are negotiating, we should show enough sincerity, and we should discuss the conditions for peace!" Rui Enshi became a good man again.
"British must respect China's territorial sovereignty, return the illegally occupied territory to China, revoke the concessions in Hankou, Guangzhou and Jiujiang, and the Yangtze River Fleet must also be withdrawn, and compensate the 2 million Yingdi, the National People's Bank of China!
China actually asked Britain to compensate for military expenses. This is really the sun coming out from the west. China has always been cedeed to pay compensation for land, but now it has all been transferred!
Chapter completed!