crackling...

A large pile of exquisite tea sets were pushed to the ground, and then there was a flash of a knife, and the Japanese tea table on which the tea sets were placed was also split into two halves.

"Eight! Nanhua, you have a bad conscience!" Yamamoto Gonbei gasped.

Everything that happened in the Tsushima Strait has been reported back to Japan, and most people in the Japanese cabinet and military are thankful that war has not broken out.

Just a misunderstanding is not enough to make him so angry, but this is Nanhua.

Yamamoto Gonbei fought against the Sei Empire and also fought against Tsarist Russia. Both countries were defeated by the Japanese Navy - or so the Japanese Navy thought.

Yamamoto Gonbei once led the Japanese navy on an expedition to Borneo. As a result...two ships were lost, and many other ships were injured, and they ran back to Japan in despair.

However, it was during this failure that Yamamoto Gonbei found a new combat idea and used it in the Russo-Japanese War, successfully defeating the Russian fleet.

Even so, after the Russo-Japanese War, Japan was exhausted, carrying more than one billion yen in loans, and it had not recovered even after 45 years.

According to calculations by Japan's Ministry of Finance, based on Japan's current rising momentum, Japan will need to pay off its debt for more than 40 years, and it will have to pay one billion yen in interest alone.

The premise is...

Stop the arms race, cut military spending, reduce the size of the army, etc.

As a result, the Japanese navy came together for the first time to promote Japan's further expansion. They hoped to obtain new land just like they obtained Korea to ensure the role of the Japanese military in the government.

Everything is for the sake of new land, fighting Tsarist Russia. Japan has already gained experience. Unless the absolute advantage is pushed to St. Petersburg, it will not get anything at all. If it loses, all the cards in its hand will be taken.

"It's Nanhua again. Why does Nanhua stand up and disgust people every time the empire reaches a critical moment? Why?" Yamamoto Gonbei vented.

"That's enough! This misunderstanding has been resolved. Tsarist Russia has discussed with us and will sign a memorandum in the near future. Let this matter go as it is." Togo Heihachiro yelled first, and then agreed in a consultative tone.

he said.

"If this continues, Japan will always live in the shadow of the Nanhua Empire. Japan has no direction for progress. Once something is done, Nanhua will always intervene immediately. This has always been the case." Yamamoto Gonbei took a breath, sat down and said

.

"I know, I know everything, but you losing your temper here can't change anything. The current situation is that the navy is not sure of defeat... or even defend Japan under Nanhua's attack." Togo Heihachiro said calmly.

"We need stronger and more warships. Japan is an island country. Without its navy, it is nothing." Yamamoto Gonbei heard something different and said softly.

Togo Heihachiro would never easily get involved in these things, especially since Togo, who has military merit and is already a general, would be promoted to marshal sooner or later if he could survive, so he would get less involved.

"The navy should change its strategy. It should use small and medium-sized coastal defense ships as the main defense force, and large ocean-going assault ships attack Nanhua's routes. Nanhua is also an island country, and it is more dispersed. This is the direction we should develop." Dongxiang picked up 1

A perfect tea cup, put it in your hand and play with it.

"How can this be done..." Yamamoto Gonbei retorted subconsciously, and then thought seriously.

"Then how to support expansion? You..." Yamamoto Gonbei stood up and looked at Togo Heihachiro in surprise.

"That's right, we only need to ensure the smooth flow of the Tsushima Strait, and leave the rest to the Army. The Qing Empire will not let Nanhua interfere in their affairs. Only after we obtain a piece of fertile land can we have enough time to consider

Build a decisive battle fleet." Togo Heihachiro said.

Yamamoto Gonbei was already directly in charge of the Japanese Navy. Apart from the elders, Yamamoto had the greatest say, so Togo Heihachiro chose to speak to him.

This is the only feasible strategy for Japan.

but……

"It's useless. The elders will not agree to compromise with the Army, and the generals will not understand this approach. Moreover... even if Japan gains the Manchuria and Mongolia areas and has spare power, the swollen Army will return its rights to the Navy.

"?" Yamamoto Gonbei thought for a long time and finally shook his head.

The navy is the source of power for the naval elders, and military expenditures guarantee the generals' remuneration. Lower military expenditures mean that some people may lose their jobs.

More importantly, who can guarantee that after the Army grows stronger, it will return power to the Navy? You must know that the contradiction between the two has been irreconcilable since the Russo-Japanese War.

"It depends on people. This is Japan's only chance. Just...please." Togo Heihachiro knelt down and bowed. Yamamoto Gonbei quickly returned the bow, and then looked confused.

I haven't agreed yet, you are committing moral kidnapping!

"I...will do my best!" Yamamoto Gonbei sighed, not optimistic.

…

At almost the same time, ambassadors from more than a dozen countries including Britain, France, the United States, Italy, Germany and Austria were dragged to Liu Yiming's office by Tsarist Russian Ambassador Ivan.

He came to ask for an explanation.

"Ivan, calm down, calm down for a moment." Liu Yiming looked at Ivan who was chattering endlessly. He had a headache and felt secretly happy at the same time.

"I have understood the matter. After a comprehensive investigation, it was just a misunderstanding. Isn't it a common way to express friendship on the high seas by firing a gun salute? It's just that the timing is not right." Liu Yiming looked careless.

.

"Misunderstanding? Your Majesty, how could such a coincidence happen?" Ivan said dissatisfied.

"We feel the same way. There are not so many coincidences in the world, Your Majesty." Sam also stood in front.

"Please believe me, Ivan, Japan and Russia are cooperating in the fight. You are originally allies. Who would have thought that you would have such a close relationship but attack each other because of a gun salute?" Liu Yiming looked innocent and actually laughed.

Turned over.

'Xu Sunming did a good job, look at their expressions, ha!'

"Your Majesty, whether it's a coincidence or not, we also believe that you and your country should be responsible for this matter." Seeing that Liu Yiming ignored him, Sam stepped forward to increase his presence.

"Well, we do have our responsibility in this matter. We shouldn't take the initiative to salute anyone unless someone else fires first... right?" Liu Yiming's expression calmed down a bit.

"That's not what I meant, Your Majesty..." Sam still wanted to speak, but Liu Yiming interrupted him.

"The South China Association is responsible for the losses caused by this misunderstanding, including compensation for the casualties. Their families will receive an absolutely generous compensation, and of course long-term condolences.

Also, the damage to the ship caused by this misunderstanding will be directly compensated with a one-time buyout at the market price after being appraised by Nanhua people.

For the victims, the South China Association has publicly apologized and established a special fund to provide living security for the families of the victims, study expenses for their children, and even marriage and childbirth expenses." Liu Yiming's voice changed.

"I feel that this is far from enough to compensate a living person, but please forgive me, there is only so much we can do. I propose that if citizens of other countries are accidentally injured in the future, compensation should be based on Nanhua's handling method." Liu

1 Ming wrote his regret directly on his face.

"What?" Britain and France looked at each other. This kind of thing is their favorite thing to do, and they won't compensate anything after doing it.

According to Liu Yiming's plan, tens of thousands of pounds are unstoppable. How can Britain and France compensate?

"So, Ivan, tell me, how many of your navy were unfortunately killed or injured in this conflict?" Liu Yiming asked with a sad face.

"This..." Ivan's face looked ugly. He knew that he had fallen into Liu Yiming's language trap.

The purpose of his coming and bringing a group of ambassadors was to use the influence of this misunderstanding to force Liu Yiming to impose an arms embargo on the Qing Empire.

Otherwise, just if they reach an agreement and Nanhua still cares about its own arms sales, the effect will be equivalent to nothing.

It also lost the world's largest weapons market for no reason.

(This title was later inherited by India.)

The most important thing is that the combat effectiveness of the frontline Beiyang Army is increasing. According to Frontline Russia, the Beiyang Army suddenly appeared with long-barreled cannons, and the frontline artillery suffered considerable losses.

Especially in the direction of Fengtian, Japan and Russia were even hit by large-caliber artillery, and the ammunition did not appear exhausted.

If this drags on, Tsarist Russia seems to have seen another Russo-Japanese War-style defeat.

"Your Majesty, your kindness is really admirable. I think more people in the world should feel your glory." Sam stood up again.

Liu Yiming really admired Sam's shamelessness. He was already so shameless and could still stand up shamelessly.

After observing other people's reactions, sure enough, the expressions in the ambassadors' eyes changed a bit and became playful.

"Don't say that, I am just an ordinary emperor. In terms of kindness, whether it is His Majesty King Edward 7, His Majesty Emperor Nicholas 2, His Majesty Emperor William 2, or His Majesty Franz I, they are all

You are much kinder than me." Liu Yiming refused to be fooled.

When someone praises you out of nowhere, he either did something sorry for you or asked you to do something. No matter which one, it is more troublesome.

"Your Majesty, I think you should carefully consider your arms sales policy. Unrestrained arms sales will only make the scale of the war larger and cause more innocent people to die in the war. This is not consistent with your reputation for kindness."

Sam said while looking at the surrounding circle of ambassadors.

Upon seeing this, the British and French ambassadors began to play guessing games. They hoped that Liu Yiming would give more points to prevent Tsarist Russia from overexpanding eastward.

The Austro-Hungarian ambassador whistled boredly, it was none of his business anyway.

The German ambassador nodded in agreement, but said nothing.

"Yeah yeah."

"Ah, yes, yes."

On the other hand, several countries that had conflicts with South China, mainly Spain, the Netherlands, and their friendly small countries also generally had colonies that did not match them, such as Switzerland.

(Switzerland’s colonization is extremely disgusting. If you are interested, you can search 1.)

"Your Majesty, the naval arms sales conference is about to be held..." Secretary Wang walked in and said "accidentally".

"I understand, you go first." Liu Yiming interrupted Secretary Wang, and then said to the ambassadors.

"The South China Council will carefully consider everyone's demands. In this way, I will make the military sale a proposal and submit it to the parliament. The tone will be set in about 35 months. I have something to do, so I will leave first." Liu Yiming made a hasty departure.

appearance.

Cyril was extremely sensitive to the four words naval arms sales.

"Your Majesty, what are naval arms sales?"

"Since it has been mentioned, let's be honest. It will be announced soon anyway... We plan to sell the Nanhua Navy Chang'an and Luoyang to the Qing Empire to maintain their security and peace... We are going to be late, I'll leave first

I've got you all." Liu Yiming turned around and ran away, no matter who shouted, it would be useless.

"Really or not?"

"I don't see it like..."

"What if 1 is true?"
Chapter completed!