Wild North America 1846

As expected

When it came to choosing between being the dog's leg of the British (note; referring to Canada) or being the dog's leg of the Tang Empire, the Democratic Republic of Maine chose the latter.

Britain is too far away. Between the Tang Empire and Canada, a fool should know how to choose?
Maine is not at a disadvantage, not to mention the big thick legs, the real money investment of the powerful Chinese capital made the Democratic Republic of Maine laugh so hard that it couldn't help but obey.

On June 1890, 6, the Tang Empire publicly announced that it officially recognized the independent status of the Democratic Republic of Maine. The two countries signed the "Florida version" of a close military-political alliance treaty, and the Pan Shouguo Mission made another visit.

Shortly thereafter
Other North and South American countries have officially recognized the legal status of the Republic of Connecticut and the Democratic Republic of Maine, and sent diplomatic missions to establish formal diplomatic relations between countries.

last day of november

Lord Pan Shouguo, Minister of North American Affairs, led the joint diplomatic mission to Boston, the capital of Massachusetts, and officially opened the visit to the region.

At this time in Boston, the city was full of the mess left by the war and turmoil. Scorched ruins of buildings can be seen everywhere, and even the walls of the State House are full of bullet marks.

Finally regaining face and venting their anger, the French army returned to the mainland by boat from here. More than half of the total 2.6 French troops have left, and there are less than 8000 left.

The retreating French army, loaded with looted property, swaggered across the sea under the angry eyes of the Massachusetts people.

Expected to be late July early August
The retreat of the French Expeditionary Force will come to an end. Only the military presence of more than [-] people will remain. Except for the Baltimore military base, all other places will be evacuated.

The peacekeeping troops of the Tang Empire are arriving by sea one after another. The total number has exceeded 5000. In the near future, many troops will arrive one after another to help restore the situation in the region.

April 7

in the state capitol
Here, the joint delegation of the Tang Empire met with representatives of various forces in Massachusetts. There were about a dozen representatives from various fields and cities.

The current state of Massachusetts has no leader, and there is no condition to organize a general election under the chaotic situation. Naturally, it is impossible to talk about independent nation building.

The inability to elect even a representative that everyone expects is the main reason for the turbulent and chaotic situation.

This has to go back, speaking of the white governor of Massachusetts, Henry McKenzie, the current chaotic situation is caused by him, and he played with a full hand of good cards.

Governor Henry McKenzie, who was born in the Republican Party, was a tough iron man. In early March, he categorically rejected the offer of the Tang Empire, but died in the flames of war in the ensuing retaliatory looting by the French army.

According to nearby residents at the time;
A group of about a dozen French soldiers forced open the iron gate and rushed into Governor Henry McKenzie's mansion, followed by continuous gunshots. After the robbery, the French soldiers left with a large amount of gold and silver. Before leaving, he lit a fire.

The fire burned for more than three hours before it was extinguished, and all 13 members of Henry Mackenzie's family, including their dogs and servants, died here. This became a new blood debt of the atrocities committed by the French army.

The French army categorically denied it, saying that a certain force deliberately planted the blame and would never take the blame.

Anyway, it's a headless case now, and the truth will become more complicated and confusing in the repeated gossip, and I'm afraid it will never be easy to find out.

Spencer, Governor Henry McKenzie's right-hand man, and several others died at the hands of a group of Chinese horse bandits.

Thirty percent of the current turmoil in Massachusetts is caused by the retaliation of French troops, and another seventy percent of the chaos is caused by urban thugs, jobless people, and horse bandits from towns, and the latter is even more harmful.

There are many Chinese farmers in the area, and they employ many Chinese farm workers. On weekdays, they don't look like mountains or dews, and they look quite kind.

Once the situation was turbulent, he revealed a fierce and sturdy face.

They often have horses and are well-equipped, and when they move, they gather dozens or hundreds of riders to loot around, robbing property and women, and their ruthlessness makes people change their colors.

On weekdays, he works in agriculture, and in his spare time, he takes out horses to bring weapons and equipment, and becomes a horse bandit in a sudden transformation.

Many of these Chinese farmers are retired veterans. When they were young, they were used to conquering and looting with the army of the Tang Empire, and they were even more comfortable in the chaotic situation.

The family convoy of Spencer and several others ran into a group of raging Chinese horse bandits, and the result was a tragedy...

Various factors have led to the leaderless situation in Massachusetts today.

"Guys, please be quiet, listen to me now..." Lord Pan Shouguo was not very annoyed by the group of people quarreling, so he simply stood on the stage of the parliamentary speaker, waving his arms to the representatives who were vying to express their opinions shouted;

"Don't even talk about it, you can't hear anything because of the twittering, the mess here is like a vegetable market, what's the matter?

The imperial mission came here to help stabilize the regional situation, promote the resolution of the future status of the Massachusetts region, and seek the well-being of the local people.

With so many of you, if you keep quarrelling for a longer period of time, it will not be able to help solve any problems.

Now discuss among yourselves and recommend three representatives to come out and talk to the imperial mission.

If there is any problem, I will raise it through the three representatives, and everyone else will shut up and stay quietly on the side.

Otherwise, be expelled.

Now I will give you 20 minutes to elect someone who can represent your interests, let's start now. "

As soon as he finished speaking, there was a "twittering" chatter at the scene, and these people representing different forces competed to snatch it, hoping to be recognized by others and become one of the three representatives.

Lord Pan Shouguo's simple move caused the focus of conflict to erupt within him, freeing the joint diplomatic mission.

ten minutes later

After internal selection and competition, three representatives who were able to have a direct dialogue with the imperial diplomatic mission were freshly released. They were two whites and one Chinese.

Pretending to be unintentional, Lord Pan Shouguo and Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Viscount Lin Feng met each other tacitly, and they knew that the matter was settled.

Two of the three representatives are our own people. Is the cooked duck afraid that he will fly?
The dialogue was presided over by Viscount Lin Feng, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Viscount Lin Feng said solemnly;

"Please take note;

This is a dialogue organized by imperial officials, aiming to solve the future destiny of the Massachusetts area and bring it into the track of smooth and orderly development.

The demands expressed by the three representatives will eventually be approved by the representatives of all parties.

As long as more than 7% of the representatives present agree, it will become an officially approved plan, and the joint imperial delegation will help promote the final implementation of this plan and create a peaceful development environment.

Now the three delegates can identify themselves, their names and the groups they represent, and the Reich United Delegation will be recorded as part of the procedure.

Those onlookers behind please keep quiet. If you have any questions, you can pass a note, but you are not allowed to make any noise. Violators will be expelled from the venue.

Let's start now, who will start first? "

"I'll come..." The tallest middle-aged white man raised his hand, and then continued;
"I am Carl Vincent from the East Side of Boston, Irish, 51 years old, representing the Union of Workers of Piers 2, 3 and 5 on the East Side, the Boston City Craftsmen Union, the Rickshaw Pullers Association and the Transportation Chamber of Commerce interests, we hope that no matter what changes happen in the future, it will not harm existing social groups, and the current situation is simply terrible.”

"Your Excellency, I am Ma Wenxiu, a 46-year-old Chinese representative born in the Kingdom of Heaven, representing the estate owners in Boston and nearby towns, the Brewers, Loggers, and Grinding Workers Union, the Construction Chamber of Commerce, the Police Union, and Boston Shipping Chamber of Commerce. Some people brazenly claim to represent some of the merchants of the Shipping Chamber of Commerce, so let’s just listen to it, I’m the official representative.”

Carl Vincent, who was standing by the side, became angry when he heard it. He turned his head angrily, and said loudly; "Watt? Are you still awake... Dude, I represent 46 Irish businessmen from the Transport Chamber of Commerce, Is there any problem with that?"

Ma Wenxiu sounds like a woman's name, but he is actually a middle-aged greasy businessman with a fat body, he said ironically calmly;
"Oh...you're talking about those small characters who use the carriage to haul goods, please forgive me for not remembering them, and I don't know their names, and I don't know why they independently chose a representative?
I am the major shareholder of Boston's largest transport firm ~ Maochangda Firm. The firm owns 272 mule carts and 16 freight cars. I am one of the founders of the Boston Transport Chamber of Commerce.

Maochangda is also a long-term partner of various terminals in Boston, and can largely represent the demands of the terminal management and labor. There is no doubt about this, right?

The 46 Irish businessmen you represent will soon be expelled for violating the rules of the chamber of commerce. There are not many different opinions in a chamber of commerce.

Therefore, Mr. Carl Vincent can delete the item representing the shipping chamber of commerce, and I have no objection to the others. "

"Never compromise, let your damn Chinese capitalists and big manor owners go to hell, I'm not afraid of offending you..." Carl Vincent roared angrily, his face flushed.

Such a scene made the other onlookers nod frequently, and they had already recognized Carl Vincent's stubbornness that was not afraid of power.

Not everyone would dare to contradict the famous Ma Wenxiu. This man is the owner of a large Chinese estate in Boston, and he is backed by the powerful Chamber of Commerce.It can easily pull up thousands of cavalry, and has a close relationship with the local Datang Empire garrison.

Powerful and powerful with a gun, he can be described as a tyrannical figure in the Massachusetts area. Anyone who offends him will die without knowing why.

There are rumors that
Lieutenant Governor Spencer and several other hardliners were murdered by the Chinese cavalry sent by him because they offended Ma Wenxiu.

Together with their families, none of the twenty or so people were spared. Their bodies were thrown directly into the river and flowed into the sea without leaving any traces. The methods were extremely cruel.

Of course, this is just irresponsible gossip.

Ma Wenxiu was not as difficult to get along with as he imagined, but still maintained a warm demeanor, turned around and said to the representatives behind;
"Friends, the Boston Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of more than 1760 practitioners, and needs to speak out with a unified voice. In front of the embassy, ​​strive to best meet the conditions of the Chamber of Commerce.

There are only 46 people in the area, and they have to express different opinions. Then there are thousands of people in the entire chamber of commerce. What kind of resolution can everyone come to?
I stand by my opinion that Mr. Carl Vincent cannot represent the Boston Chamber of Transportation.

Please raise your hands to vote, and those who disagree with my opinion please raise your hands.

Well, only two people raised their hands, and it seems that most people do not disagree with my opinion. "

"You are so shameless, why don't you let those who agree to raise their hands, I stick to my opinion..." Carl Vincent is not a fool, he saw through the trick at a glance.

At this moment

Lin Feng, the vice-minister of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, felt that he had to come forward to smooth things over, and he said with a serious expression; "Okay, don't argue. Now that the vote has been made, the recorder, please delete the item that Mr. Carl Vincent represents the Transport Chamber of Commerce. The last one... ..."

"Your Excellency, I represent the ordinary citizens of Boston, as well as the people of those villages and remote places in Massachusetts. I am Robinson, the former deputy speaker of the Massachusetts State Assembly. I am 55 years old and a traditional American." The last representative said.

Robinson did not emphasize his Irish or German ancestry, which is common among white descendants of early immigrants.Because neither of their parents or grandparents came from the same European country, they identify more with their American identity.

This person is a moderate conservative, who can indeed represent the interests of most of the people at the bottom, and is also the most widely supported representative, so he can be regarded as a centrist.

Now that it is confirmed that all three representatives have general support, then we will move on to the next procedure...negotiating on the future of the Massachusetts region.

The Tang Empire Diplomatic Corps put forward 5 options for the representatives to choose from;
First, maintain the status quo and still recognize Washington as the legitimate and only government of the United States.

Second, build an independent country.

Third, join the New York Republic and become a part of it.

Fourth, join the Connecticut Republic camp and become a part of it.

Fifth, join the Tang Empire and become a relatively independent vassal kingdom.

The exclusion option was passed, and the first, third and fourth options were quickly ruled out after the hot discussion, leaving only the second and fifth options.

The opinions of the representatives were surprisingly unified, and the first option was discarded first.

Look at the friends around you. If you can get out, who would like to stay in the quagmire of the United States, staggering forward with huge international debts that will never be repaid?

That is purely looking for abuse, and no one wants to do it.

If the third and fourth options are excluded, it is purely the result of comparison.

If there is no big thick legs of the Tang Empire, joining the relatively powerful New York Republic is also a good option, at least in the northern part of North America, you can walk sideways.

Or joining the Republic of Connecticut is also good. Although this is a relatively weak small North American country, compared to the former, Massachusetts definitely has more say, and it is more like an equal partner.

But as soon as the option of the Tang Empire came out, the former two were all overshadowed.

why?
People are more dead than people, and goods are thrown away.

People's psychology is very simple. Since you choose a big thick leg to hug, why not choose the thickest thigh?
Whether it is the Republic of New York or the Republic of Connecticut, they are all scum in front of the majestic and domineering Datang Empire, so there is no need to compare them at all, the gap is far away.

The second item of independent nation building is another option, which has also received the support of many representatives and has become one of the two options that was finally preserved.

It's called Chicken Head, not Phoenix Tail.

The representatives who support this part of the opinion are really not interested in finding a master for themselves. Wouldn't it be happy to establish an independent country?

This is the feudal kingdom, um... what is the constitution?

It aroused the strong interest of the representatives on the scene, and the voice of private discussion suddenly became louder, and the "buzzing" caused the dissatisfaction of the representatives and missions on the field.

"Ka Ka Ka... Silence, please pay attention to your demeanor. At this important moment that affects the future fate of the Massachusetts region, no one wants to miss it. Then please shut up and communicate by passing small notes." Diplomacy Viscount Lin Feng, the vice-minister, glanced around majestically, and all the voices of private discussions were suddenly extinguished.

"I am opposed to Article 5 and firmly demand the establishment of an independent country." Sure enough, Carl Vincent jumped out again, loudly expressing his objections.

Ma Wenxiu glared at him angrily, and asked with the veins on his forehead exposed;

"Why do you oppose becoming a part of the Tang Empire? Could it be that the empire's high and respected status in the entire Americas, and the noble royal blood are not worthy of you, a vulgar white farmer?
No wonder the British have always disliked the Irish, who wants to rule you rubbish? "

"Fake squid, for God's sake I'm going to kill you..."

"Quiet, quiet, these two representatives please shut up, Kakaka..." Viscount Lin Feng tapped the magic hammer in his hand angrily, and raised his voice;
"Please keep your grace and don't yell at each other like rough people in the street. This is a solemn and sacred occasion to discuss the future destiny of the Massachusetts region.

Mr. Ma Wenxiu, since you took the lead in verbally attacking the other party, please apologize to the other party.

Otherwise, I will have to terminate your representation and choose another gentleman who can maintain his elegance. "

Under Viscount Lin Feng's majestic gaze, Ma Wenxiu opened his mouth with a flushed face, then closed it in frustration, and finally he could only say to Mr. Carl Vincent; "I'm sorry, Mr. Carl Vincent, I just Apologies for the unintentionally offensive language, I didn't mean to belittle the Irish..."

"Okay, that's enough, Mr. Carl Vincent, now you have to apologize to Mr. Ma Wenxiu for your rudeness, we are all waiting, please don't delay the progress of the agenda." Unknowingly, Viscount Lin Feng, He has already placed himself in the position of arbiter, and let the representatives present subtly accept it.

Some people can see the mystery, but most people don't.

The former deputy speaker Robinson was the one who saw it. His sophisticated eyes silently lingered on Carl Vincent and Ma Wenxiu, and then he looked at the first pair of embassy officials who seemed to be upholding justice. Look thoughtful.

But he didn't tell the truth, but wisely kept silent.

"Okay, I apologize, but I'm not afraid of you Ma Wenxiu, I still insist on the idea of ​​building an independent country." Carl Vincent looked stubborn.

Viscount Lin Feng spread his hands and said; "Since we have apologized to each other, now is the time for free debate. Please pay attention to the tone and diction, and don't involve attacking the other party's person or ethnic group. Please have a gentleman's debate."

Ma Wenxiu took a deep breath, stood up and said to Carl Vincent;
"I support joining the Datang Empire as a part of it because it will bring lasting prosperity and peace to the Massachusetts area. With a lot of investment, our coastal areas will develop better and the people will be richer. This is in line with our benefit of all.

Presumably, all of you will not deny these benefits, right?
Look at our neighbors, the Democratic Republic of Maine and the Republic of Connecticut, just signed a treaty of close military and political alliance, and got a lot of investment from the Empire.

When we become a part of the empire, we will not only have the respected status of the citizens of the empire, but also naturally occupy an advantageous position in the competition with the surrounding areas.

Guys, don't forget...

Competing with us are New York Harbor in the New York Republic, New Haven in the Connecticut Republic, and Portland in the Democratic Republic of Maine, all of which are important ports on the Northeast coast.

Compared with these competitors, Boston, which drives the economic development of the entire Massachusetts area, does not show any advantages, which is our problem.

Only when we become a part of the empire, and the noble prince becomes the king, can we get special favor from the empire and maximize our benefits.

As a merchant and landowner, I strongly support Massachusetts as part of the Empire, which is the best option. "

"I object, you are looking for another master for yourself, isn't it good to be free and independent?" Carl Vincent yelled angrily.

Seeing his excited expression, even Pan Shouguo, Minister of North American Affairs, was deceived, thinking to himself;
Where the hell did this come from?The red face sang really well, if he didn't know that this guy was a hidden stake buried by the military for more than [-] years, he would have been fooled by him.

The North American Affairs Department has taken over many relationships between the military, the Ministry of the Interior, and other departments. There are really not too many hidden stakes like Carl Vincent, and they are all over the political and economic circles of the United States, especially white people.

Carl Vincent was a member of the White Servant Army in the Battle of Chicago. Because of his particularly firm performance, he killed dozens of officers and soldiers of the American Northern Army on the battlefield. He was one of the emperor's fanatical supporters.

In addition, he is more clever in person, not as reckless as his rough appearance.

Therefore, Carl Vincent was selected by the military in the wounded battalion, and after recovering from his injuries, he came to Massachusetts to hide.

Twenty-eight years have passed, and finally the opportunity to perform has come.

It's a pity not to be an actor. (end of this chapter)