The Ming Dynasty began from Sarhu

Chapter 876 Robinson Crusoe
Is Qi really a civilized country?

George I and several European kings present at the meeting clearly still held the same understanding of Qi as a few years ago, that of "good neighborliness and peaceful coexistence."

In the eyes of European rulers, Queen Tianshou and the officials in Tianxin City are a group of kind people, a group of people who have gotten rid of vulgar tastes, and a group of people who are willing to sacrifice themselves for the benefit of Europe.

Simply put, Da Qi is the kingdom of the Virgin Mary.

The Prime Minister Kang Guangxu standing in front of him at this moment is a model gentleman full of classical moral sentiments.

However, it is not.

After decades of reforms by Emperor Guangde and Empress Tianshou, the Great Qi had been reborn, moving from extremism to freedom.

However, the centipede is still alive even after death.

There are still a considerable number of militants in the country.

Their famous saying is "The territory of Da Qi has no borders."

If such a group of people were allowed to come to power, Qi would become an existence more evil than Rakshasa.

There is more than one side to Da Qi.

The Prime Minister has more than one side.

"How to deal with the Rakshasa people is Da Qi's own business. Other countries have no right to interfere!"

With Kang Guangxu's tacit approval, Nian Gengyao took a tough stance.

"Only by reforming the living Rakshasas and using torture to eliminate their weaknesses can the area east of the Ural Mountains become a true paradise. Only then can the safety of Da Qi be guaranteed!"

Nian Gengyao probably meant to make the captured Rakshasa into Rouen roast duck.

The faces of several kings changed drastically.

Kang Guangxu then introduced Nian Gengyao to several people.

"Master Nian is the commander-in-chief of the Great Qi Army. You can ask Master Nian about any matters concerning the war."

George I skipped over the Qi Army Commander and looked at Kang Guangxu:
"Hasn't your country abolished torture?"

Kang Guangxu remained silent. Zhang Tingyu stepped forward and said slowly:

"One country, two systems. This is the national situation."

"One country, two branches?"

"Torture has indeed been abolished in the country, but outside of Qi, in vassal states like Japan and Burma, the cabinet allows the use of necessary means to interrogate barbarians who refuse to assimilate."

Everyone was speechless.

William IV couldn't help but ask, "Prime Minister, how many Rakshasas have you captured? How many are left alive?"

Without waiting for Kang Guangxu to reply, Nian Gengyao said without hesitation:
"There are always 50,000 to 60,000 people. Some have escaped. We need to send more troops to garrison the Ural Mountains."

Nian Gengyao's outrageous remarks were obviously contrary to the purpose of the Yalta Peace Conference.

The European monarchs looked at each other, speechless for a long time.

George William and the others certainly didn't care about the life or death of the Rakshasa people.

What everyone was wary of was Qi's growing tendency towards war.

Having obtained the North Sea, one wants the Ural Mountains. This is what is called "getting something and wanting more."

If it is allowed to develop, will this empire that replaces the Rakshasa pose a new threat to Europe?

"What if the Russians flee to Europe? Will the Qi army also enter Europe?" Karl XII asked tentatively.

Zhang Tingyu translated the Swedish king's questions.

Europeans were quite wary of the westward expeditionary force.

Nian Gengyao said coldly: "Whether it is necessary to march west with 100,000 troops to suppress the bandits depends on your sincerity."

Kang Guangxu put down the duck leg in his hand, looked around, and added:

"I have come to Yalta to seek peace. Now, please get to the point."

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Prime Minister Kang and the four kings confirmed the date for the waiver of the 50 million silver debt.

According to the contract previously signed in Jakarta, after the Qi army sent troops to the North Sea, Britain, France, the Netherlands and Switzerland had to forgive all debts to Qi.

Now that Rakshasa has been dismembered and Da Qi has fulfilled its combat obligations, it is time for the other nations to honor their promises.

Several blond-haired and blue-eyed French guards came forward and cleared the sumptuous dishes from the table one by one.

The stained tablecloth was removed and replaced with a clean and refreshing tablecloth.

Kang Guangxu waved his hand lightly, and Zhang Tingyu ordered someone to place the original copy of the Jakarta Treaty on the table.

The four kings rubbed their noses at the same time. George I muttered something and William IV lowered his head.

Kang Guangxu pointed to the document signed in five languages and said in a resounding voice:
"Everyone, from now on, Da Qi will no longer pay principal and interest to banks in various countries."

After a brief silence, King George spoke first, sighing and speaking in a heavy tone.

"The British Kingdom values contracts and always keeps its word. However, London has already issued three million pounds of bonds to support this just war (referring to the war against the Rakshasa). Without this million-pound debt from your country, the government may find it difficult to support it."

Kang Guangxu looked calm and said nothing.

The French Regent echoed, "France can only waive part of the interest. In the name of God, we cannot give up the three million francs debt. Otherwise, bankrupts will line the streets of Paris."

Without waiting for Kang Guangxu to ask, Karl XII said indignantly:
"Kristina Augusta died in Qi State for no apparent reason. Tianxin City has yet to explain to the Swedish royal family, and you still want to shirk your responsibility..."

The Qi delegation was stunned.

Everyone was impressed by Karl XII's ability to turn black into white. Just a year ago, the Swedish king was still begging Tianxin City to send troops...

Kang Guangxu smiled awkwardly and looked at the youngest person beside him, King William IV of the Netherlands.

William IV glanced at the three monarchs around him, shrugged his shoulders, put down the brandy in his hand, and looked helpless.

Zhang Tingyu translated his words word for word.

"Prime Minister, I'm really sorry. I'm the youngest here, so I have to say the rude words. Since several kings are unwilling to forgive your country's debt, the Netherlands cannot do the same. Otherwise, it will seem that we are not sociable." Another terrible silence.

Nian Gengyao and others looked displeased. Ogyū Sorai, who came with Prime Minister Kang, was furious and reached out to draw the Japanese sword he was wearing, but was stopped by Kang Guangxu.

"Baka! The document has the signatures of the boards of directors of East India Companies from various countries. Doesn't that mean the British East India Company can't represent the British Kingdom? Can't it represent the will of the King himself?!"

The armored guard behind the British king took a step forward, holding a huge sword, and rushed forward like a wall.

King George I shouted, "Mountain, stand down! This is a normal business dispute! Don't resort to violence!"

The warriors of the Qi delegation were also on the verge of a fight.

The situation became tense.

Finally, George I touched his nose and grumbled.

"In the name of God, reduce it by a quarter at most, otherwise I will not be able to answer to Parliament. The people of London will not let me go."

Kang Guangxu was prepared for the Europeans' regret. He stood up and looked around as if he had made some kind of decision.

"Does anyone else think so?"

Charles XII, Regent of France, William IV nodded.

Karl Twelve said: "King George's meaning is my meaning. The Swedish royal family will not forgive all debts."

The French Regent shrugged his shoulders, a look of apology between his brows:
"Prime Minister Kang, business is business, friendship is friendship. I hope you can enjoy the warm winter in Crimea. You know, this is the Yalta Palace that only Peter the Great could enjoy..."

Kang Guangxu interrupted the conversation and looked around.

"Since the agreement is no longer valid, the Queen must give an explanation to the pro-war factions in the country. Our country will take action."

The so-called action is to attack Jakarta.

Qi had the ability to expel all European influence in Southeast Asia.

Nian Gengyao's eyes were fierce, and Ogyū Sorai also showed a resolute look.

King George I touched his nose.

The situation cannot develop in an uncontrollable direction.

"Prime Minister, I think there is always room for easing the situation."

Realizing that Qi might really send troops, George's tough attitude began to loosen instantly.

Kang Guangxu struck while the iron was hot and whispered to the King of England:

"The Mino Guard has intelligence in Japan about some news from Britain and the Netherlands. I heard that several Dutch merchant ships were robbed in the Sea of Japan last year, resulting in the loss of hundreds of thousands of pounds of cargo and the deaths of dozens of sailors and crew members. Your Majesty, you might know the whereabouts of that cargo."

George I looked around vigilantly and saw William IV looking over here, so he quickly reached out to stop the Prime Minister of Qi.

Kang Guangxu threatened: "I believe William IV should be quite interested in this news. If the Kingdom of Britain can keep its promise, I guarantee that the people of Qi will never mention the matter of the Sea of Japan again! No one will know that the Royal Navy is pretending to be pirates..."

"stop!"

"The debt issue is easy to talk about."

Kang Guangxu asked again: "Are you sure it has been resolved?"

King George I wiped the sweat from his forehead and nodded with relief.

George stood up and said, "According to the agreement, 10 million taels of foreign debt will be forgiven! You must repay the remaining 5 million!"

Kang Guangxu refused to budge: "According to the terms of the contract, fifteen million taels of silver must be waived in full!"

Seeing his resolute attitude, the British man could only shake his head and said, "Okay! Deal!"

The two men stretched out their hands, shook hands in their sleeves, and confirmed the specific amount.

Kang Guangxu felt the old king's hands trembling.

The rest of the people were stunned by this sudden change.

The French Regent bowed his head and announced a date for the cancellation of the debt.

Karl XII stood up and poured wine for Kang Guangxu, using a Swedish proverb to ease the awkwardness:

"Quarrels between lovers are inevitable, but they can also promote the friendship between the two parties."

Finally, only William IV was left.

At this point, he had no choice but to announce the complete cancellation of the Netherlands' debt to Qi.

At this time, George I gave Kang Guangxu a European bestseller, which the careful British had translated into the Da Qi language.

Kang Guangxu thanked him repeatedly, took out his reading glasses, and read word by word under the gazes of the crowd:
"Robinson Crusoe."

This novel, which was published this year and will become a global bestseller (its circulation is second only to the Bible), immediately attracted Lao Kang.

As if it had some kind of magic, Kang Guangxu couldn't put the book down after reading the first line.

The man in the book is a worried and frightened person.

He was obsessed with the fact that he was doing things that angered God and deviated from the religious guidance of life. Although he occasionally succeeded by chance, he was worried that his disordered life would be punished by God.

This person is brave, independent, self-disciplined, and fearless.

As Kang Guangxu read on, tears streamed down his face.

Nian Gengyao thought that the British had poisoned the pages of the book and was about to go forward to check when the old man whimpered.

"Thinking of Taizu, he (Robinson) has the shadow of Taizu..."

Old George woke up from his snoring.

But the Prime Minister of Qi was seen crying.

King George was about to say something to comfort Kang Guangxu, but he was suddenly grabbed by the other party's arm and said to him earnestly:

"King George, this is a great book. We should translate it to Da Qi so that our citizens can read it widely. Da Qi is about to start expanding into North America, and our country needs more people like Robinson Crusoe."

(End of this chapter)