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Chapter 1326 [Differences in Position]

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    The British are very pragmatic in some aspects. They are not as emotional as the French. If they are unhappy, even if they are unhappy, they cannot be coaxed.  The pragmatism of the British was reflected in the importance they attached to the Republic of China. The test of the Home Fleet had just ended, and the report of the fighter planes' defeat of the cruiser had just been sent to the cabinet. As a diplomatic delegation, they learned the news from the radio station.  In accordance with the requirements of the British Cabinet, we must pay special attention to Wang Xueqian's position and try our best to restore it.  The diplomatic mission, which was originally prepared to keep it secret, suddenly changed its attitude from diplomatic intervention. After arriving in Singapore, it communicated with the Republic of China government through the embassy to express its intention to visit.  Cao Kun didn't feel the difference. To him, it was all a crisis of crying wolf.  But unlike Cao Kun, Gu Weijun, who had a keen sense of diplomacy, felt the difference and believed that this was an opportunity for the British to change their attitude.  Of course, this is also his opportunity.  After that, he began to study Zhejiang seriously, and even Wang Xueqian¡¯s words and deeds during this period, including news reports.  It did allow him to get a lot of useful information, so he judged that Wang Xueqian must have some means in his hands that he didn't know about.  With this idea, he wanted to know what the trump card in Wang Xueqian's hand was?  Moji is not his character, but it has become a means for him to harass Wang Xueqian on a daily basis.  "Zigao, what other tricks are you hiding? People say that the British fleet will come again and never come back. Is this true?" Gu Weijun chased Wang Xueqian and asked.  For Gu Weijun, if Wang Xueqian has this means and can use it to his advantage, the tariff issue will likely be loosened.  On the issue of tariffs, the Five-Nation Alliance is not unbreakable. Germany and Russia, which previously held huge shares, were forced or voluntarily gave up their control over the tariffs of the Republic of China due to the European War and domestic revolution.  The remaining share owned by Japan is almost negligible, and it actually has no initiative.  ¡°And the Republic of China and France¡­ are in their honeymoon period.  Don¡¯t ask why, the French are so willful. The people-to-people exchanges between the two countries are close. Sino-French universities are in full swing. Thousands of students from the Republic of China poured into Marseille, France. The fact that the French opened the door of convenience has already shown the French government¡¯s ambition.  position.  With the government's active promotion, Gu Weijun was confident that the French would nod on key occasions, because France's export of industrial products in the Republic of China was almost negligible.  On the contrary, there was a large amount of imports, because France's industrial product manufacturing industry was good enough to meet the needs of its colonies and colonial populations, and it was unable to compete for the Republic of China market.  Industry and total output value account for about 7% of the world's total output value, which is only half of the UK and a quarter of the United States.  The area ratio of the colonies owned by the French is nearly twice that of Europe.  For starters, domestic demand consumes a large amount of industrial products, and after the consumption of the colonies, France no longer has many industrial products that can be exported on a large scale.  Therefore, France's attitude towards competing for the Republic of China market was not as active as that of Britain.  Then, the attitude of Britain, which has the largest remaining share, becomes a crucial bulwark.  If it is overcome, the tariff issue will be easily solved. If there is a stalemate, it will become elusive.  Wang Xueqian firmly denied this: "Nothing, do you believe what is said in the newspaper?" As a senior government official and the Minister-General of Foreign Affairs, Gu Weijun glanced at Wang Xueqian, carefully considered and tasted Wang Xueqian's words, and then nodded seriously: "I  Believe it." Now, it was Wang Xueqian's turn to be dumbfounded.  Gu Weijun followed Wang Xueqian disbelievingly. He was not an inquisitive person, but he saw that the British were coming to the Republic of China. The leader of this negotiating team, which was not small but not large in scale, was the Minister of the British Admiralty and a member of the cabinet.  .  Next is the Director of the Far Eastern Affairs Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and senior officials of the Colonial Department.  Anyway, for Gu Weijun, this is the most threatening diplomatic crisis in the history of the Republic of China.  Because the scale of the diplomatic mission sent by the British was the largest in history, and it was fierce.  But at the same time, it is an opportunity. If Wang Xueqian can withstand the pressure, he can obtain more benefits for the Republic of China.  But he was suffering from the fact that he had no trump card in his hand. Instead, the situation along the Great Wall in the North became increasingly tense, which made him worry that he lacked confidence.  But Gu Weijun still wants to control everything, at least at the negotiating table.  The first thing is to have all the resources. This request was rejected by Wang Xueqian; secondly, he needs to have all the information. Wang Xueqian told him that newspapers are lies. Gu Weijun didn't believe it. He firmly believed that Wang Xueqian's words were too watery and were not as good as newspapers.  Have a conscience.  Wang Xueqian was extremely annoyed by this.  Of course, he also understood what Gu Weijun was thinking. This guy must be holding back his energy and preparing to win a big victory in this diplomatic negotiation.  If he really had such thoughts, Wang Xueqian would be helpless.  It¡¯s okay to say that Wang Xueqian is narrow-minded and selfish.Whatever.  Now he is not three years ago, when he needed to rely on the recognition of the Beiyang government to gain high-sounding power to govern the local area.  Of course, he could also follow the example of the local warlords in the south and change the king's flag on the city wall to complete the change of power.  But if we do that, it will be very troublesome for the government's prestige and the implementation of policies.  There will be more correct voices below. As a last resort, Wang Xueqian took shortcuts to enhance his orthodox status.  But now, he no longer needs the convenience provided by this identity.  He has completely taken control of the local political power in Zhejiang, including some areas with inconvenient transportation.  The political power in Zhejiang and Fujian is firmly in his hands.  He did not need external support to gain enough internal prestige to carry out his revival plan.  Its influence has not only reached the Shangrao area of ??Jiangxi outside Quzhou through the railway, but also extended through the railway to the border areas of Hunan, Jiangxi, Guangdong and Guangxi.  It can be said that many people in the southern governor's army already want to act based on Wang Xueqian's face.  For example, Jiangxi Governor Chen Guangyuan cleverly planned to rely on Wang Xueqian.  As for Zhang Jingyao of Hunan, who was struggling to control the Xiangjiang River area, he also urgently needed the support of a strong external force.  Zhang Jingyao¡¯s original target of attachment was, of course, Cao Kun, but to use a popular saying, water from afar cannot quench the thirst for nearness.  Cao Kun was far in the north and could not provide him with sufficient support. The emergence of Wang Xueqian gave Zhang Jingyao hope.  The reason why he did not express his position like Jiangxi Governor Chen Guangyuan was because Zhang Jingyao was worried that Wang Xueqian would not be able to pass the British test.  Just imagine, in diplomatic negotiations, if Wang Xueqian can defeat the British, it will mean that he controls two important provinces south of the Yangtze River at once, if he wants.  And Gu Weijun¡¯s position is to look at the problem and solve the problem from the standpoint of the Yanjing government, that is, President Cao Kun.  This is no longer in line with Wang Xueqian¡¯s position and needs.  He can only stand on his own side. Now that his status is different, the issues he needs to consider will also change significantly.  This is something that Wang Xueqian cannot change, and it is also something that no politician in the Republic of China can change.  This is what it means if people do not do it for themselves, they will be punished by heaven and earth.  "Okay!" Wang Xueqian acted helpless, and finally told Gu Weijun the truth: "If the British send a fleet again, I can only surrender!" These words made Gu Weijun cough for a while, and then his face turned red, as if  The stubborn young man, who was about to drown in the saliva in his throat, gritted his back teeth and spit out a few words: "I don't believe it!" After saying that, Gu Weijun left. He had been playing this kind of game with Wang Xueqian recently.  In his words, sincerity is exchanged for sincerity.  Because Gu Weijun said seriously that he would consider Wang Xueqian's interests immediately, but Wang Xueqian said decisively that he did not believe it.  Looking back, Weijun returned this sentence, which made Wang Xueqian very angry.  This guy simply deliberately made trouble with himself.  He also knew Gu Weijun¡¯s intentions, but Wang Xueqian did not think that the current Republic of China was a good time to negotiate tariffs.  Cao Kun's control was already stretched thin in the north, but in the south, his power could not penetrate at all.  Such a government does not even have basic control and wants to withdraw tariffs, which is nothing more than a dream.  Of course, Wang Xueqian would not hand over his bottom line to Gu Weijun, and Gu Weijun had probably guessed that what Wang Xueqian wanted to take back was the Japanese Concession in Hangzhou and the British Concession in Xiamen.  These two places pose too great a threat to him and there is no need to delay.  As for the Japanese concession in Hangzhou, it is easy to handle. The small Japanese concession in Hangzhou can only set up a warehouse. Although it covers an area of ??300 acres, there are actually not many Japanese in Hangzhou at all.  Wang Xueqian also built a wall around the Japanese Concession in Hangzhou. The Japs had to pass through the gate when entering and exiting, and outside the gate was the Zhejiang Army's sentry Of course, if the Japs were shameless, they could open a dog anywhere around the wall.  The hole, considering the little devil's body structure, is simply a custom-made door for them.  It's a pity that the Japanese still wanted to be shameless at this time and didn't do this, which disappointed Dai Li's men. They had been waiting for that day for a long time, and even got a camera to record this historical moment.  This is Wang Xueqian¡¯s position, and it is also the purpose that he must never give in to.  In normal history, the British gave up the concession in Xiamen after the Northern Expeditionary Army entered Fujian. But now in the 13th year of the Republic of China, where is the Northern Expeditionary Army?  The Provisional Government of Guangzhou cannot even deal with the forces of the Guangxi clique, and there are also business groups, coupled with the internal struggle for power and profit. On the surface, it looks vigorous, but in fact it is a struggle for power and danger.  If you want the British to spit out the concession in Xiamen, you must use a method that makes the British come to Taiwan in a way that makes them lose face.  Originally Wang Xueqian wanted Gu Weijun to negotiate, but it turns outWeijun's meaning has deviated from him in terms of focus.  The results they want to negotiate are completely different. The reason for this problem is determined from the standpoints of both parties.  Gu Weijun represents the government of the Republic of China, so he naturally has to look at issues from the country's standpoint.  Even if Cao Kun is an Adou who cannot be supported, he will not give up his position, let alone serve Wang Xueqian. This is the foundation of his position as the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China.  And Wang Xueqian?  It was impossible for him to accept local losses. Cao Kun would take the fruits of victory after the army battle. He wanted to keep this fruit in Fujian and Zhejiang, and Wang Xueqian had no choice. If he gave up this fruit,  How did he explain to the officers and soldiers of the Zhejiang Army, and how did he explain to the martyrs who died in the battle?  He is the leader of the Zhejiang Army. If he does not make profits for the Zhejiang Army and the local area, how can he convince the public?  Although the local thinking seems to be insufficient, Wang Xueqian will not give in to this point even if Gu Weijun says it will happen.  This leads to differences in positions between the two sides.  After Gu Weijun left, Wang Xueqian pondered for a moment and told Chen Bulei: "According to the British itinerary, they will arrive in Shanghai in a week at most. Before that, I ask you to do one thing." "You say." Chen Bulei  He nodded and said, although his work is complicated, his main job is to obey Wang Xueqian and serve Wang Xueqian.  "For Zhejiang, we don't need Zhejiang, including Fujian and Shanghai. We will form a negotiating team to negotiate terms face-to-face with the British." Wang Xueqian's seemingly impulsive decision was actually the result of careful consideration.  "Director Gu?" Chen Bui was a little surprised. He paused after sorting out the documents in his hand and looked at Wang Xueqian in surprise.  Wang Xueqian shook his head and explained: "He has a different position from ours." Chen Bulei didn't ask any more questions and expressed his understanding.  Having a loyal and capable steward by your side can indeed save a lot of things for politicians.  It didn't take long for Chen Brai to draw up a list, including representatives from Zhejiang, Fujian, and Shanghai. The number was not large, but it was enough to involve all aspects.  After Wang Xueqian considered it, he added another person, which made Chen Brai very confused, because the person added was not someone whom Wang Xueqian trusted too much, at least judging from Wang Xueqian's attitude. This person was squeezed out from the position of chief of the navy.  Sa Zhen Bing, a local dish from Fujian.  "According to the drafted list, the Fujian personnel asked them to leave as soon as possible, but those from Zhejiang and Shanghai were not in a hurry." Wang Xueqian was well prepared. He had already made up his mind to seize the initiative at the beginning of the diplomatic meeting.  ¡°Then the initiative was for him to play bad guy and vent all his anger on the British delegation.  By then, no matter how good Gu Weijun¡¯s design is, the British will not think that Gu Weijun has the right to make the decision. In the end, it will only depend on whether Wang Xueqian takes a stand.  And Gu Weijun is still in the dark about all this.  The reason why he didn't tell Gu Weijun was because he was afraid that he would get angry every now and then. What if he met Yanjing?  Let¡¯s tie him up in Shanghai first. Gu Weijun really can¡¯t make any waves in Shanghai anyway.  At the same time, in Tokyo, the Japanese Navy Headquarters was preparing for a meeting on whether to accept Army Major General Matsui Iwane¡¯s proposal to send troops to Shandong in the Republic of China.  Shitaro Shimada and Isoroku Yamamoto were hiding in the naval headquarters surrounded by generals, feeling the majesty of their arrogant power.  However, their eyes still stayed on the guy wearing the army general's uniform, Matsui Iwane.  In the eyes of the Imperial Navy, the Army's gang of losers are not worthy of recognition. The Imperial Army has almost no glorious victory to prove that it has the opportunity to enjoy glory.  The navy is different. The rise of Japan is actually the rise of the navy. The victory of two wars that were deemed inevitable defeats made the navy the largest military force in Japan.  "This guy is a bit of a sensationalist!" Colonel Shimada looked down upon the army's khaki uniform with disdain in his eyes.  Yamamoto Isoroku laughed: "I heard that this guy is an intelligence expert, but I just don't know if he can pass the military test." A general was laughed at at close range by two captains of the navy. The navy is so domineering, and it is simply not possible in Japan.  Don't ask why, because the Navy has the confidence and confidence.  Matsui Iwane¡¯s ears are very good. He seemed to hear the hints of unkind eyes from the people around him, which seemed to be telling him: Boy, you are in the wrong place.  Even though he pretended not to care, Matsui Iwane still felt tortured in his heart. He finally understood the reason why the military boss was unwilling to deal with the navy.  People despise the Army in all aspects, and for no reason.  When Matsui Iwane was stunned??Seeing a familiar face, he shouted in surprise: "Matsuoka-kun!" Matsuoka Yosuke, who was stopped by Matsui Iwane, looked like a thief who was spotted on the street. His back arched sharply and he greeted with an awkward expression.  : "Matsui-kun, long time no see." (~^~)
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