Fengxian Jiangshan

"Sixth brother, I didn't expect you to be so carefree in Europe, I'm so envious of the dead!"

Zhang Tingshu leaned on the reclining chair and took a sip of wine without pomp.Then I set my sights on those youthful women walking back and forth on the beach. At this time, the swimsuits still looked very conservative, but their arms and legs were already "exposed", and they were far more bumpy than oriental women. The figure makes people have the urge to commit crimes.

"Wei Jiu, how much I want to change with you. I hate the country and the family, but I can't fight to the death on the battlefield. How many times I want to just leave and go back to the country. It doesn't matter if I am a big soldier. It’s good to bask in the sun here!”

Zhang Tingshu also knew Zhang Xueliang's mood, so his face was a little lonely, and he said hastily: "Sixth brother, in fact, this war broke out suddenly, and I didn't have time to let you go back to the country. You don't blame my brother, do you?"

Zhang Xueliang shook his head: "Zhuoyan is the most careful. When the war started, he sent me a telegram. If you want to go back, you can go back. However, he left me a task. It will be more effective, but it’s a pity that I can’t take revenge with my own hands.”

"Sixth brother, it's not too late for a gentleman to take revenge in ten years. My brother said that this is just the beginning. This battle is just to fight for the same development conditions as Japan. In the future, sooner or later, we will have a thorough battle with the Japanese." The liquidation, when the time comes, put all the shitty emperors and prime ministers in front of the uncle’s grave, and if it’s too late, that’s called resolving grudges!”

Zhang Xueliang also nodded with a smile: "I have confidence in Zhuoyan, and I even have some doubts. Does he have the ability to predict the prophet? Why did he tell me to get in touch with Mussolini a few months ago. And provide help. Looking at it now, the situation in Italy is becoming clearer and clearer. The National Fascist Party is in power, which is the general trend, and Mussolini may also become the master of this country!"

Zhang Tingshu shook his head disapprovingly: "My brother is just a little more accurate in his judgment, but he also misses sometimes. I went to the United States this time. I was rejected, and these big old beauties are so stubborn. They are not tempted by the large "open-pit" iron mines, and they don't even help us build warships, it's simply disgusting!"

Before Zhang Tingshu came to Italy.He went to the United States first. According to Zhang Tinglan's intention, he first called on the two senators of the United States, and then went to the Brooklyn Shipyard in New York.It is proposed to order two heavy cruisers at a unit price of 600 million US dollars. [

The Brooklyn Shipyard is also one of the largest shipyards in the United States and has undertaken the construction of early large warships.During World War II, several Essex-class aircraft carriers and battleships were built, and the technical level is not to say.

However, after seeing Zhang Tingshu's request, the shipyard scratched its head.Because among Zhang Tingshu's requirements, the first thing to consider is the speed of the ship.The second is the range, the speed must reach at least 28 knots, and the endurance must reach [-] nautical miles.As for the firepower and protection that people are more concerned about now, they are placed in the second place.

The existing warships in the United States could not meet the requirements, so the shipyard proposed a design cost of 50 yuan, and Zhang Tingshu also agreed, and prepaid 3 yuan as start-up funds.

But just when the deal was about to be concluded, noises came out, and the Japanese threatened the United States. If the United States built warships for the Fengjun to threaten sea routes, Japan would consider whether to participate in the Washington Conference.

Such a tough response surprised the Americans, and President Harding even summoned his staff to make an assessment.They believe that the purpose of China's construction of fast cruisers is very clear, which is to cooperate with battlecruisers to jointly perform maritime sabotage missions.

With long range and high speed, warships can easily kill merchant ships, and then have a chance to escape.Of course, the Americans did not estimate that Feng Jun's proposed standard could actually become the escort of a high-speed aircraft carrier.

Selling warships to China is definitely a lucrative project, and Feng Jun proposed to use Maoshan Iron Mine as collateral, which touched the hearts of the United States.But here is Japan's strong opposition, which makes the Americans a little bit in a dilemma.

If it had been a year earlier, most Americans would have agreed. After all, the United States and Japan, as rivals, could cause trouble for the Japanese, and they wished for it.But now the United States has already planned to hold the Washington Conference. After all, the crazy arms race has made the Americans a little bit overwhelmed.Moreover, the Americans also want to take this opportunity to become the leading force in the world. It seems uneconomical to offend Japan to death just because of a little commercial interest.

As a result, Zhang Tingshu hit a wall in the first battle, so he could only come to Italy angrily, looking for new opportunities.

"These Yankees are really greedy. They actually withheld 3 yuan in start-up funds. Fortunately, they didn't give them all 50 yuan, otherwise they would have lost a lot!"

Zhang Tingshu muttered, full of complaints, and Zhang Xueliang also smiled and said: "Wei Jiu, Wei Jiu, this is also experience. I will remember it in the future. When dealing with foreigners, you must not see rabbits or hawks!"

While talking, a young man in his twenties walked up to Zhang Xueliang and said with a smile: "My friend, my father appreciates your support for the fascist cause and wants to chat with you."

The person who came was Ciano. His father, Ciano the Elder, was a close friend of Mussolini, a veteran of the party, and also had the status of a count. He was a prominent figure in the fascist party.This Ciano will be Mussolini's son-in-law in the future, one of the rising stars in Italian politics, but he has not officially entered politics at this time.

Half a year ago, under Zhang Tinglan's instruction, Zhang Xueliang came to Italy to seek cooperation with Mussolini, and finally met Ciano at a reception.Both of them are young people, and they are both fun and fun. Zhang Xueliang is very proficient in bridge and tennis, and he quickly became friends with Ciano.

Moreover, this is the critical moment when the fascist party is attacking the national power, and it is in urgent need of financial support. Zhang Xueliang, a money-scattering boy, provided 20 US dollars of support at that time.The top leaders of the Fascist Party were extremely pleased, and Mussolini even wanted to meet him in person, but it was delayed due to tight affairs. [

This time, Zhang Xueliang went to Italy to meet Zhang Tingshu, and the two of them were about to go to Rome. They happened to meet Ciano at the port.As soon as Ciano heard that Zhang Tingshu had already commanded a tank division despite his young age, and had wiped out tens of thousands of Japanese troops in one fell swoop, Ciano was immediately astonished.And entertained them graciously, let them take a rest first, and then he contacted Old Ciano himself.

Due to the urgency of the matter, Zhang Tingshu hurried to Rome after only enjoying the sunshine for one day.They first stopped at the manor of Old Ciano, where the luxury and heritage of the old aristocrats are reflected everywhere.

Compared with Chinese-style garden buildings, Western manors also have a different taste, which made Zhang Tingshu nod frequently.Old Ciano personally greeted them at the gate. After meeting, Zhang Tingshu and the others entered the living room after exchanging pleasantries.

Zhang Xueliang first said with a smile: "These days, we can see that the support rate of the Fascist Party is getting higher and higher, and its power is getting stronger and stronger. I believe that in the near future, it will definitely become the ruling party in Italy."

"Indeed, our cause is right, Mr. Mussolini, a great leader. This country needs radical change. Italy cannot follow Britain and France cowardly. We must build a strong country, with and A land that matches our dignity..."

When the fascist program was mentioned, the old Ciano was also eloquent. Zhang Tingshu and Zhang Xueliang looked at each other, it was really unbearable, but they had to listen.

After the old Ciano spoke passionately for 5 minutes, he finally stopped: "Of course, we are still in some troubles, the most important of which is the attitude of the military. These greedy soldiers need a lot of money. fed by the money."

"Monsieur Earl, we may be able to help a little."

When the old Ciano heard this, he suddenly became energetic and said with a smile: "I have heard that you just defeated the Japanese in the Far East. I think this is a commendable victory. Our two distant countries , perhaps more cooperation can be carried out.”

Zhang Tingshu also said with a smile: "We have heard that Italy has made many remarkable achievements in the field of military technology, and we have a lot of resources, and we can communicate with each other. The future must be very bright."

While talking, suddenly a servant came to deliver a letter, saying that Mussolini had arrived, and old Ciano could only leave to greet him. Up and down, are full of vitality.

"Old friend, those damn businessmen are unwilling to provide financial support. I need a sum of money urgently now. Those stupid generals will not support us if they don't see the money!"

Looking at the anxious Mussolini, the old Ciano suddenly laughed: "Dear leader, I think someone can help solve this trouble, I have two young friends here, they may bring the best information!"

The old Ciano brought Mussolini to the living room. When he saw two young oriental faces, Mussolini was also surprised. After the old Ciano made an introduction, Mussolini also shook hands with Zhang Xueliang very gracefully. , and said with a smile: "Thank you for your help. In the future, there will definitely be rich rewards."

The Chinese pay attention to reserve, and are very repulsed by this kind of blatant exchange of money and power. However, in the West, this is a high-sounding political donation, and there is no need to shy away from it.

Zhang Xueliang also said with a smile: "Dear Mr. Mussolini, we believe that you will become one of the greatest figures in the history of Italy. It is also our honor to cooperate with you."

Zhang Tingshu also smiled and said: "We have an open-pit iron mine with a reserve of 30 billion tons, and we really want to find a partner. If the Italian company is willing to undertake it, I believe it will be beneficial to both parties. cooperate."

When Mussolini heard this, his eyes lit up. Italy is also a country with poor resources, and its industrial development has been constrained, so he will actively seek expansion. Now that he has an opportunity, how can he let it go? Impressed. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to the starting point to vote and monthly pass. Your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile phone users, please go to m to read.)

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