The Rise of the Empire

The Americans finally came together with Britain and Japan. Ambassador Hay thought he understood the British, but in fact the British and Japanese knew the demands of the Americans, while the Americans did not know the demands and bottom line of the other side. When the two sides began to cooperate, the Americans have already suffered a loss. Of course, if only from the current situation, it is only a loss.

"Currently, based on the information we have received, Prince Ruprecht's attitude towards us is very unfriendly. We tried to contact the German central government and the Bavarian government, but the effect was minimal. The Germans decided whoever paid the highest price Got it," said Lord Hamilton.

"To a certain extent, our interests are the same. It is our fundamental goal to prevent the Spaniards from obtaining these two warships. In order to achieve this goal, I think your country should also do its part. After all, your country We are all very clear about your demands. The two 10,000-ton battleships must have put a lot of pressure on your country, right?" Mutsu Munemitsu was beating the side drum.

"Not letting the Spaniards get it and letting your country get it are two completely different concepts. Although the Russians tore up the treaty, it is obvious that the prince hates Japan much more than Russia, and the Russians are ready to pay enough If it is a fair competition, I don’t think Japan’s financial resources can compare with Russia’s. After all, you just fought a war that lost money!”

After seeing the friendliness of the Germans and the difficulty of the British, even Wilson, who had a good impression of the UK, couldn't help it. Although he hates the German system and feudal kings, and believes that the United States is the model of a civilized society, and Britain and the United States are natural allies, but facing the conditions of the British, he still can't help it, and sticks to his face to stick to others The cold ass is not Wilson's style.

"That's very good. According to what you said, not letting the Russians get it and letting the Spaniards get it are two different concepts for the Japanese Empire. Even if the Russians get 2 warships, they still can't get the British and Japanese in the Far East at the same time. The advantages of the two navies. We are not enthusiastic about these two warships. If it is not because the price is cheap enough, we can give up completely. Accept the reality that the Spaniards bought it." Mutsu Munemitsu said with a smile, as a Japanese diplomat top figures. It is enough to deal with Hay and the fledgling Wilson.

"But..." Hay looked in surprise at the smiling Lord Hamilton, who silently supported the Japanese representative. But obviously, this kind of support makes Hay a little angry.

"We have not violated the agreement between each other. We are just neutral and have no obligation to help your country. The affairs of each country should be resolved by the country concerned. Isn't it?" Lord Hamilton said with a smile.

"The British are really untrustworthy." Wilson, who was watching coldly, silently labeled the British government, but to be honest, the British did not breach the contract and were neutral. The outcome of a war between Spain and the Americans depends on their ability. The British will not help each other. . It's just that the Americans have a problem with their understanding, and the British are not responsible for any problems with their brains.

If Ruprecht is here, I won't be surprised at all. Historically, the British have always wanted to give to extreme egoists. The United States helped the Allied Powers win World War I. But the Americans did not gain much from the Paris Peace Conference. During the Interwar period, in order to balance France's influence in Europe, the British and Mustache came together and opened a hole in naval construction. These facts all prove that the British's ability to take advantage of loopholes and play tricks is really brilliant! Yin people are normal,

It is contrary to common sense to not be yin!

Of course, Ruprecht’s retention of intelligence on the Americans is also a very important reason. In order to increase the Russians’ sense of urgency, Prince Ruprecht let the Russians read the Japanese copy of the agreement and used it as a starting point . Induce the Russians to think in the most dangerous direction. But for Americans? His Royal Highness didn't trust her in the first place, and what he did was not a so-called closer relationship. Since it was used, it was natural to let the other party know. Some do not let the other party know. Therefore, Americans do not understand the urgency of the Japanese.

"The basis of our cooperation with your country can only be Japan's final acquisition of these two warships. In the final analysis, this competition is still a financial competition, so our country hopes that your country can provide some loans or purchase our country's national debt." Mutsu Munemitsu Said the purpose of this trip.

"We can persuade His Royal Highness Prince Ruprecht to sell the warship to Japan under equal conditions. Is this possible?" Hay said after a moment of thought. When he said this, it was equivalent to making a concession to Japan. After all, in the eyes of the Americans, the result of Japan's acquisition of warships was better than that of the Russians!

"Then I wish us a happy cooperation." Mutsu Munemitsu looked at Lord Hamilton next to him, and saw the latter nodded. The Japanese Foreign Minister happily accepted the terms of cooperation.

"I don't like the British! I feel that your efforts over the years have not paid off. The British do not regard the United States as a friend. They are more inclined to Japan than the United States on the issue of the Far East." That night, when Hay After telling the other two people the results of the tripartite talks between the United States, Britain and Japan, Theodore Roosevelt first expressed his dissatisfaction with Hay.

"But at least we have achieved our goal. These two warships will not fall into the hands of the Spaniards, will they?" Wilson adjusted his glasses and came out to smooth things over.

"And all this does not seem to exceed the prince's expectations. The British can only be friends with second-rate countries, and they always have a wary or even hostile view of first-rate countries." Day thoughtfully. Said.

"Well, we can only be responsible for the exchange of conditions. Don't forget, the prince will not give up without the US President and our signature documents. I have never understood that since he can even throw away tens of thousands of pounds, So what is the value of this document? Will it become our handle?" Hay was a little puzzled. His perception told him that it was better not to sign this document, but he couldn't find the crux of the problem.

"Then let's start preparing. We don't have much time. I hope the dust will settle this month. I'm going to contact the country now. If it's fast, we may be able to get the agreement authorized by the president before the bidding ends. said Roosevelt.

"What if the bidding ends before this deal comes to Germany?" Wilson asked.

"That's impossible. The winner of the bidding and how long it will take is not a matter of someone's word." Roosevelt shook his head and said.

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