African Nationhood

Enrique Michel de Paiva Cabral Cuseiro is a meritorious officer with "outstanding record".

He began studying artillery at the Military Academy of the Polytechnic University of Lisbon in 1880.

1884年1月9日，他开始在第1炮兵团服役，并于1889年被调到安哥拉担任骑兵军官。

After returning to China in 1896, he was elected as a member of Parliament in 1906 on behalf of the Free Rebirth Party and was appointed Governor of Angola in 1907.

During his tenure, he promoted the colonization of the interior and granted certain local autonomy.

In June 1909, he returned and was appointed to command the Queiroz Cavalry Brigade.

After the republican coup in 1910, he went into exile in Spain and led royalist troops several times to attempt to invade the mainland with the intention of restoration.

Unfortunately, they all failed. The only reason was that the soldiers in his hands were too stretched.

The bourgeois revolution in Portugal seems more like a farce today.

On October 1910, 10, the Republicans revolted in Lisbon with the support of part of the army and navy. With the response of the people and the sailors of two cruisers, the total number of less than 4 people dared to attack the government troops and bombard the palace.

King Manuel II of Portugal was chatting leisurely at bridge with the visiting Brazilian President.

He panicked immediately after hearing the news about the outbreak of the revolution. He didn't care that the game of cards had not ended yet, so he took his mother in a panic and fled to England by boat from the harbor.

Not to be outdone, the republican-minded regiments in Lisbon took the opportunity to arrest their sleeping officers, quickly took control of the armed forces that could unite or interfere with the revolution, and distributed weapons to the city's mobs eager for change.

In the early morning of October 10, the government troops who were still resisting were shocked to find that their monarch had escaped. They might as well surrender.

It was all too easy. Republicans took over a country in just one day and night.

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The most confused person was the President of Brazil. He came for a visit. Unexpectedly, before the first day was over, the entire Kingdom of Portugal was overthrown on the second day.

People in Portugal and other large parts of the country were unaware of the coup that took place in the capital, Lisbon, and the entire country changed from a kingdom to a republic.

The reason why Britain did not contribute to helping its younger brother, the royal family, to restore the country is because there is no interest in it.

No matter who is in power in Portugal, as long as they are willing to remain allies with Britain and obey Britain's instructions, it will be the same no matter who is in power.

Bourgeois revolution is politically correct in Europe, and it would be perverse for Britain to block it.

Moreover, Germany's oppression of Britain is becoming more and more serious. The British gentlemen are afraid of encountering German pressure and sneak attacks on Portugal.

Nanhua had no such concerns because its navy had just defeated France and its army had defeated Britain.

The political system that came from the colonies was used to being poor and unruly. Anyone who dared to stop it would be causing trouble for themselves.

Moreover, Nanhua's pilot training is in full swing. If anyone questions Nanhua, then the country's pilots will no longer be able to continue their studies.

……

Ouyang Geng met with Mr Kusero in his Prime Minister's Office.

The former Governor-General of Portuguese West Africa now looks a little haggard, and his already gray hair has turned gray.

"Please take a seat, Mr. Kusero."

"Thank you, Prime Minister Ouyang, our republican traitors are too rampant. I have launched several actions to protect the country but failed.

And our beloved King is being treated coldly in London and is helpless. Whenever I think about this, I feel depressed and unable to calm down.

I know that the South Chinese people are friendly neighbors who are willing to help others. I hope that your country can lend a helping hand to help us recover. "When Ouyang Geng heard this, he couldn't help but look at this loyal and courageous royalist again. This guy is indeed a shameless politician who confuses right and wrong!

"Well, Mr. Kusero, your loyalty will be rewarded, but don't say any more unnecessary words. We are not children anymore. Let's talk about some practical issues.

What help do you want from us, and what can you give us in return? "

"I need a fleet and a counter-insurgency force under my command, about 5000 people."

Ouyang Geng shook his head, "It's okay for us to provide mercenaries, but it's not okay for us to be under your command. You don't have the professionalism of our officers in terms of fighting."

Enrique Paiva Cuseiro had an embarrassed look on his face when he heard this. It is true that the strength of the South China Army has attracted worldwide attention. Even the British are no match. There are few other countries that can match the South China Army.

"Okay, I accept it. But I need this army to ensure my safety and ensure that the rebels in our country are wiped out before we can reach an agreement. At that time, we must also ensure that I serve as the prime minister of the cabinet after the restoration of the country."

Ouyang Geng nodded, "We will abide by the agreement, so what can you give us in return?"

Enrique Paiva Cucero paused for a moment after hearing this. He thought about it and said, "I can decide to cede half of our West African colonies to you, and also cede Mozambique Island to you."

At this time, this shameless politician still had illusions. Ouyang Geng sneered silently, "Mr. Kusero, you can leave now. We can win the West African colonies on our own."

When the time comes, all we have to do is negotiate with those Republicans. We won’t be able to spit out the meat we eat. "

Enrique Paiva Cuseiro's face froze when he heard this, and he nodded slumpedly, "Okay, the Portuguese West African Colony and Mozambique Island will be transferred to you together."

Ouyang Geng shook his head, "In addition to these, we also need your colonies in India."

"The colonies of India, Goa, Diu and Daman?"

Ouyang Geng nodded, "Yes, these Indian colonial points are very helpful for us to control the colonies in the Persian Gulf."

Enrique Paiva Cuseiro wanted to refuse, but he knew that he did not have the courage to refuse.

If he wants to become a hero of the restoration of the country, he must get help from the South Chinese people, otherwise he has no chance of success.

He had tried so many times before, and it was clear that he had achieved nothing.

The people in the country already hated the king's rule. Republic was a historical trend, and the restoration he sought also required the establishment of a constitutional monarchy.

But once he agreed to Nanhua, he became a traitor. How should he choose?

Enrique Paiva Kuceros thought about it and felt that this issue still needs to be consulted with His Majesty the King. The kingdom belongs to him.

He is still the king of a country and tells him Nanhua's conditions. If he agrees, then he has no responsibility.

The king agreed. He was just the handler. Even if he was scolded, the king would be scolded more.

Thinking of this, Enrique Paiva Cuseiro stood up directly and said, "I need to discuss this matter with His Majesty the King. If he has no objection, I can make the decision and agree to your request.

If he is unwilling to agree, how about we negotiate again? "

Ouyang Geng nodded, "Yes, okay.

Mr. Kusero, I look forward to good news from you. You must know that helping you at this time is making you an enemy of the major powers in Europe. No one except us in South China can do it.

And you should decide quickly. Maybe one day our Chairman Shi changes his mind and orders troops to directly attack Portuguese West Africa and those territories, then your dream of becoming prime minister will be ruined. "

Hearing what Ouyang Geng said, Enrique Paiva Cuseiro immediately felt nervous. This matter really needs to be carried out urgently.

Once these Chinese take off the disguise on their faces, the Kingdom of Portugal will really be finished! (End of chapter)