Chapter 15 Giants

Berlin, Germany.

German Emperor William II looked at Prime Minister Pyrov and Chief of Staff Sliffen: "The Eastern Emperor was murdered like this? His army was rebelled? Well? Those traitors and villains who should go to hell took action against their heroic emperor, the master of the Eastern Cangtian?"

"Yes, your Majesty, the information has been verified." Pilov said respectfully, "However, at present, the Crown Prince seems to have calmed down the mutiny and mastered the national center. There is no big change in the local area. There is no doubt that the situation in this country has been stabilized for at least temporarily."

"For the time being?" The German Emperor stared fiercely at the Prime Minister who was respectful to him. "Prime Minister, this word itself is a tragedy. You lack confidence in the situation in that Eastern Empire."

Pirov's face changed slightly and he bowed respectfully.

"But you are right." The German Emperor snorted, "That Crown Prince, no, now the emperor... I read that right, he is definitely not a simple person. Although the old emperor of the Eastern Empire died, he now has such a wise and decisive ruler. Although he is young, he undoubtedly has a deep military attainment. That is a little Napoleon... My Chief of Staff, what do you think?"

Alfred von Sliffen bowed deeply: "Your Majesty is not more wise than Your Majesty. I know the Prince of the Orient, he is indeed a very smart soldier. According to the information from China, he suddenly took action after the success of the mutiny of the Field Marshal, and almost destroyed the power of the rebels overnight. There is no doubt that this man has strong patience and willpower, as well as careful planning and decisive execution. I think he will be the most terrifying type as an enemy."

The German Emperor looked at the army brain whose face was pale, thin and bald, whose eyes looked dark and dull due to myopia, but his eyes were filled with unconcealed praise: "You are right, Alfred. That young man from the East is a very bāng leader, but he should not be our enemy. God gave such a leader who was wise and powerful, wary of Britain and France, and had sincere respect and favorable feelings for Germany to that empire. This is the will of the heavens!"

"They have a powerful army, no less than the new British warships. More importantly, they have a population of 450 million and abundant resources!" The German emperor's eyes showed a kind of fanaticism, "Think about it, such an empire is as dissatisfied with the power of Britain and France as Germany, and covets Asian territory as we desire Europe and Africa, and more importantly, their leaders beating a German heart! Yes, they are the Germans in the East!"

"Now, these friends from the East have encountered some difficulties. Those damn traitors betrayed their great supreme at critical moments and betrayed their country!" The German Emperor's tone became fierce, and he stared at Sliffen fiercely, "Alfred, please answer me truthfully, will the same problem occur in the German army?"

Sliffen's pale face immediately rose with angry blood: "Your Majesty! You are an insult to the officers' corps, an insult to Prussia, your faithful servants of Junker! Germany is the darling of heaven, and the Hohenzoron family is destined to be the master of the continent! You are Germany, and Germany is you. I can guarantee that the German army will always be loyal to you - the great Caesar, the supreme of Germany!"

The German Emperor nodded with satisfaction and calmed down a little: "Since that's the case, Alfred, I need you to swear to me that there must be no leaks in what we are going to do below!"

Sliffen's face changed slightly, but he bowed without hesitation and made a solemn oath.

"Alfred, I hope to keep that Eastern Empire as much as possible, and never let them become slaves of the Tsar, or be completely thrown into the arms of Britain and France." The German Emperor pressed the sword at his waist, raised his head, and looked at the statue of his grandfather William I in military uniform on the wall. "Now they are facing difficulties, and the power of Russia and Japan has an advantage. In the name of St. Michael, I cannot watch the friends in the East be destroyed!"

Sliffen was shocked, raised his head in shock and looked at the moody emperor.

"My target is Poland and the Baltic countries." The German Emperor's eight characters must tremble slightly, and his whole body seemed to be trembling under the influence of some current. "When the opportunity comes, I will complete the unfinished career of Emperor Frederick and completely acquire Poland and even the Three Baltic Kingdoms!"

He looked at Prime Minister Pyrov who was almost stunned by the bolt from the blue: "If I guessed right, that little guy had already done some tricks with the Russians. But I have no obligation to notify the arrogant cousin. Since Nikki (Nicholas II's nickname) believes in the power of Russia and is in harmony with Edward, I will support the Chinese to teach him a lesson and leave him a little memory."

"When those guys who were tortured by Russian tax collectors acted, I believe my poor little Nicki, with his weak xing, would be panicked." The German Emperor smiled slightly, "His country is full of social revolution rebellion, waiting for his army that is strong outside and work in the middle to fail. Nicki lives on a volcano that erupts at any time, but he is immersed in the flattery of his slander every day, thinking that he will become the Peter the Great of the new era."

"When my cousin fell into a complete panic, it was Germany's iron fist that hit the crazy rebellion and helped Nicki save his empire." The German emperor's expression was arrogant and serious. "I returned Russia to him, and the reward was just a hatred foreign territory such as Poland and the Baltic Kingdom. This would allow Nicki to better understand his duties and the relationship between him and me. When he truly accepted the mission given to him by God, I could leave India to him. My cute little Nicki, when we subdued the British giant together, the mission of locking the evil dragon in the east in the future, still belongs to his Russia."

"The Slavs and the Chinese, these two Eastern plagues, in the name of St. Michael, need to be hated by each other for a hundred years? No, I think, should be forever until the day of the end of the judgment."

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Washington, USA.

Theodore Roosevelt is 47 years old this year, the age of a politician who combines strength and experience the best. The New Yorker who succeeded McKinley at the age of 43 and became the youngest president in American history, was filled with the thrill of cowboys, and behind the glasses, the Dutch-specific wise and capableness of the Roosevelt family.

This naval mi, who was the world's largest economic power at a young age, is a mountaineering enthusiast, a member of the Royal Society of Britain and an amateur boxer, is undoubtedly the example of the United States and Britain in this era: he is wise and capable, firmly believes in Christ, is keen on adventure, firmly believes in the future of a civilized society, is convinced that the new century will inevitably belong to the United States and the American nation, is obsessed with Mahan's theory of maritime power, and uses America as the backyard to actively expand into the two oceans, looking for every opportunity and clue that may change the fate of the United States.

In this era, this teddy bear (Theodor nicknamed Teddy. In 1902, the president let a little black bear go out of kindness and received praise. A toy dealer launched the "Teddy Bear" toy, which has been passed down to this day) is the embodiment of the United States.

At this moment, he flipped the documents in his hand, his eyes flashed. After a while, the US president raised his head and nodded to Secretary of State John Hay: "The proposal from the external department is very good. This Eastern empire is experiencing a dangerous and unpredictable transformation. The 450 million people on the other side of the Pacific are under the threat of war and internal danger. In the name of God, America shoulders the mission of maintaining order in the Pacific. We must guide these lambs to the light and convert to God's arms."

"His Excellency President," said John Hay cautiously, "You mean...no longer support the Chinese Democratic Revolutionary Party?"

"John, I have never supported those Eastern cowboys." Roosevelt shook his head, "The United States is a democratic and free country, and the Constitution does not give us the power to persecute political dissidents in other countries. But we cannot harm the interests of the United States for these Eastern cowboys. Since that young man, yes, God, that is a very cute little guy who sat on the throne of the Eastern Empire, the interests of America need his first support."

"Please always keep our principles in mind, Secretary of State. **āng is in hand and speaks gently." Theodore Roosevelt took off his glasses and wiped them gently. "The United States is generous to friends, but for the benefit of the people, it can also make some difficult decisions. Captain Perry and Mr. Gu Sheng repeatedly tell us with examples that Eastern people are arrogant, but when they discover the true strength of each other, they will immediately become obedient and gentle. There is no need to stimulate their vanity to deal with these people, but they cannot just be gentle."

"Send our condolences. Tell those who are immersed in grief that at this moment, the hearts of the American people are beating with them." Roosevelt put on his glasses and looked at the reduced oil painting of "Washington Crossing the Delaware River" above the wall, looking at the light pointed forward by the founding father of the United States, looking at the wise and firm eyes, a certain kind of brilliance flashed in his eyes, "In the name of Christ, we support this new policy. If necessary, we can send a fleet to help them safeguard the interests of the South Ocean. The United States is willing to extend a hand of friendship and bring God's mercy to them."

"Tomorrow I will invite General Mahan (then the White House military adviser) and the Secretary of the Navy to come to the White House for lunch," Theodore Roosevelt smiled slightly. "It seems that it is necessary to advance the visit of the Great White Fleet."

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Buckingham Palace, England.

King Edward VII of England had a pale face. The 64-year-old old king was indeed in poor health recently. His majestic and wise face looked increasingly tired and old on this night.

The old king looked at Crown Prince George with a gentle look: "Little Joe, my son, how do you think the United Kingdom should deal with this Eastern crisis? Will this change trigger the French revolution in the East? Where will that empire, our ambitious partners, go in the future? How can we safeguard the interests of the United Kingdom in the Far East?"

Crown Prince George, who is tall and majestic, and wearing a naval dress, said confidently: "Father, China is an old friend of the empire and an important partner for us to restrain the Russians in the Far East. The Sino-British Alliance has concluded that once a war breaks out in Europe, China will be our Asian friend in Asia. In any case, we must support these friends. In my opinion, we should send a condolence message, send an ambassador to pay condolences, reiterate the god of the Sino-British Alliance, and publicly express our support for the former crown prince. We must never let them turn to the disabled emperor in Central Europe."

"As for their country, based on my right judgment, since the prince has controlled the situation, and with the Eastern monarchy tradition, it is impossible for a French revolution to break out." Crown Prince George's tone was firm, "and the newly-entered emperor had strong enemies outside and rebels inside, and he had to obtain the support of the British Empire. Therefore, I suggest that the empire take this opportunity to further express goodwill and put forward some of our conditions."

"Xiao Qiao, then what do you think that bad boy Willie (referring to the German Emperor William II) will do? How do you plan to deal with your cousin?" Edward VII stared at his son and said slowly.

"The fleet needs to assemble to Scarpaflo as soon as possible to deter the Central and European Empire. Willy is a bad boy who must be beaten from morning to night. Only the fleet's cannons can make him slightly awake." Crown Prince George said, "We have a treaty with the Chinese. Although Russia and France are exceptions, the Germans are absolutely not allowed to participate in this battle. The situation of the Chinese is already at a disadvantage. If Willy joins, the balance of strength in the Far East will be destroyed. England still needs those Eastern people now."

Edward VII looked at his brave soldier son and felt the strong sense of superiority that the other party had cultivated for a long-term service in the Royal Navy. The infatuated with the power of the Royal Navy, and said with a smile: "My Xiao Qiao, in your opinion, is the current Royal Navy ready to start a war?"

"Swear to the St. George's flag, the Royal Navy's sword can be unsheathed at any time!" Crown Prince George said firmly.

"Oh?" Edward VII looked at him playfully, "My son, it seems that you are completely in the Royal Navy... and you do not hesitate to stand in their position when facing your old father."

"My son, you don't have to cover it up for them." King Edward VII shook his head, "That's my fleet, and their king knows very well what these spoiled children are."

Prince George's face was slightly red.

He knew what his old father meant. Since the Battle of Trafalgar, the naval fleet of the British Empire has never fought against the vast ocean. The long-term "Peace of Britain" and the power of the British Empire to cover the whole world have gradually grown slack and corruption among the future generations of these pirates. The current Royal Navy is far from as powerful as the surface.

"Your Majesty, Admiral Fisher has been rectifying the fleet and has achieved results." Crown George regarded himself as the spokesperson of the Navy and had to defend the fleet at this moment. "As long as you give your order, the Atlantic Fleet stationed in Gibraltar can go north, block the passages of the North Sea, and shock Willy and his empire."

"Fisher still needs time," Edward VII said with a smile. "Little Joe, you must understand that England has come to this point by relying on not only the fleet, but also our flexible strategies. Every war we participate in strengthens rather than consumes our strength."

"Willie is a bad boy, and it is necessary for him to show his strength appropriately, but Britain cannot really be involved in a war of unpredictable risks." Edward VII took the coffee handed over by the servant NV, took a pleasant sip, closed his eyes, as if savoring the mellow breath, and opened his eyes after a while, "The war between England and Germany will be a real nightmare and the end of European civilization. In any case, I cannot let him really come to this era."

The old king turned to Arthur Belfort, who was on the side again: "What about my wise Prime Minister, in your judgment?"

"Your Majesty said very much." Prime Minister Belfort bowed, "You have always been committed to maintaining peace in Britain around the world, forming a strategic siege of Germany, and preventing that paranoid emperor from going crazy. This is the fundamental interest of British subjects."

"Everything we do must be subject to this task. Now that the Tsar has been pulled into the chariot by his Germanic cousin, we need that friend of the East more than ever," said Prime Minister Belfort. "But according to the cabinet's judgment, if Russia completely overwhelms China, it is not in Germany's interests. The emperor's current attitude has changed. It is obvious that a severely weakened Russia is more in Germany's interests. At this time, Germany will not travel thousands of miles to the East to get chestnuts for the Russians."

"The Cabinet is ready to seize this opportunity and further expand our interests in China. Now the Chinese are clearly facing difficulties, and we cannot sit idly by and watch them be overwhelmed by the Russians. The Cabinet has a proposal to declare the territory and waters south of the Yangtze River as non-jiāo war zones. If any force outside China and Britain enters, it will be regarded as an armed invasion of the British Empire, and the British Empire will repay the war."

A light flashed in Edward VII's eyes.

"We will also provide them with large amounts of ammunition at preferential prices. After all, our weapons are consistent. China's large number of military orders will surely revitalize the British industry." Prime Minister Belfort continued, "If the Chinese are exhausted, we can provide loans, of course, if they provide sufficient attractive collateral, such as their customs. This war will cause all the three Eastern countries to exhaust their financial resources, exhaust themselves, and even a continuous revolution and sāoluàn. At that time, only the gentlemen of England could save them."

Edward VII nodded in admiration: "Your Excellency and the gentlemen of the Cabinet perform their duties, please convey my sincere gratitude, and I look forward to you to add new glory to the Banner of St. George."

Prime Minister Belfort bowed deeply.

"These countermeasures are very good. In addition, Xiao Qiao's suggestions are worth considering. The children of the Navy are indeed a little lazy, and it should be a little nervous." Edward VII said calmly, "I inform the Atlantic Fleet that I am going to hold a ship reading ceremony next month and invite military officers from all over the country to participate. Tell the young men of the Royal Navy that I ordered them to transfer to the Scarpaflo anchorage immediately, and their hunting grounds are not the calm Mediterranean Sea, but the high and high North Sea."

Prince George's body was straight and his expression was serious and arrogant.

"Notify the German Ambassador to bring a private message to my nephew (referring to William II)," Edward VII said slowly, "In the name of St. George, England does not allow any German to shove the bullets at the Central People. As for the rest, that is between him and Nicky, I have no control over it."

Prince George's face turned red and he looked at his father excitedly. This father, who usually acted in a low-key manner, had a British lion heart beating in his chest! Such loud and loud words would definitely make the irritable cousin furious, but he could do nothing!

"If Willy was smart enough, he would understand what I mean." Edward VII looked at Belfort and then at Crown George. "I did not forbid him to send volunteers... What a dramatic scene would it be if German soldiers were willing to retire from active service and wear Russian suits and appear on the battlefields of the Far East? When our friends in the East discovered all this, how would they view Willy? I know Willy was also making their own ideas, but unfortunately, this bad boy was impatient since he was a child."

"Your Majesty, if His Majesty the German Emperor really arranges a large number of active German soldiers to retire, join Russia as volunteers, and provide a large amount of German equipment, the military situation in the Far East may be further unbalanced." Prime Minister Belford said in confusion, "but this is obviously not very beneficial to the British Empire."

"Prime Minister, Willy has been a speculator who has changed his mind since he was a child." Edward VII said with a smile. "He does not want China to be completely overwhelmed by Russia, but when he finds that the Chinese are no longer able to support the wall, he will pounce on them without hesitation and share some benefits. With my words, at that moment, he will let go. Unfortunately, the honor and tradition of the German officers' regiment do not allow those proud Junkers to fight in Russian uniforms in the East, even if it was the order of their emperor. So the real bargaining chips that the Germans can really exert are very limited."

"At that time, the Chinese people are at their end and are attacked from all sides, we can bid for bidding and completely master the Eastern nation." Edward VII closed his eyes and his expression was calm. "China, Russia, and Japan are exhausted and financially bankrupt, and their fleets are also broken. We are the only one who can save these sinners. Therefore, there is only one winner of this war."
Chapter completed!