Republic of China: I am a great warlord, many children, many blessings

President Yuan, you should be aware that what happened in Qingdao is likely to happen again.

We Japanese may once again form an alliance with Britain."

The threat in these words was unexpectedly obvious, which made Yuan Shikai feel a little unhappy, but he endured it because he wanted to rely on Japan's support to become emperor.

Damn, how should I deal with Shen Hao?

Do you want to hit that end?

We have already lost control a long time ago. If you really have this ability, you don’t need me to tell you.

Yuan Datou complained in his heart, but he certainly couldn't break up with Shen Hao now.

At least Shen Hao didn't openly oppose him, which saved him a lot of worry.

If Shen Hao was completely enraged, Yuan Datou himself would not be able to bear the consequences.

Yuan Datou played dumb and said with a hint of mockery: "I'm sorry about what happened to Wanwan.

After the Treaty of Shimonoseki, it was no longer our responsibility.

This should be your Japanese business, we have no right to interfere. Besides, I have no actual evidence to prove that the Inspector General of Guangdong and Guangxi, Shen Hao, is suspected of aiding the enemy.

If you really want us to take charge, that's fine. Just tear up the Treaty of Shimonoseki and let Taiwan be under our Beiyang administration."

Although Yuan Datou needed Japan's support, it didn't mean he was easy to fool.

After hearing this, Hioki Masu looked extremely unhappy: "How can the Treaty of Shimonoseki be torn up?

Did President Yuan condone Shen Hao's actions? "

Yuan Datou said: "This is wrong. I really have the will but not the strength. Guangdong and Guangxi have actually slipped out of my control.

Besides, without actual evidence, I can’t explain it to the whole country.”

Hioki Masu said with an unpleasant expression: "President Yuan, you must know that our Great Japanese Empire supports your claiming of the throne. I hope you can remove Shen Hao from his post as soon as possible and transfer him to the capital.

His power has seriously threatened your throne. You should know that you will not feel at ease unless you get rid of him."

Yuan Datou said: "This is our Beiyang's internal affairs, so there is no need for Minister Rizhiyi."

The negotiations were fruitless, and Yuan Shikai's attitude made the Japanese Minister Hioki Masu very dissatisfied.

Immediately, Hioki Masu walked out of Zhong Nanhai and reported to the cabinet.

Looking at Hioki Yoshi's back, Yuan Datou sneered in his heart. Just when he was worried that Shen Hao was becoming stronger and stronger, Japan and Shen Hao started fighting in Taiwan. This was great for Yuan Datou.

Japan is like a mother-in-law who has been suppressing Yuan Datou, and Shen Hao is like a strong sister-in-law, making the position of Yuan Datou, the new daughter-in-law, unstable.

It would be best if the mother-in-law and sister-in-law fought with each other. It would be best if both were injured, then Yuan Datou would be more satisfied.

But Hioki Yoshiki understood that Yuan Datou would compromise.

As we all know, Yuan Datou’s biggest dream was to become emperor, but he was opposed by domestic and foreign public opinion and other forces, so he could only seek support from Japan to achieve his goal.

The Japanese side used the bait of helping Yuan Shikai realize his dream of becoming emperor to throw out the "Twenty-One Demands" to Yuan Shikai's government.

After reading the "Twenty Articles", Yuan Shikai flew into a rage and cursed the Japanese.

Despite the contents of these twenty-one demands, any one of them could nail him to the pillar of shame in history.

But Yuan Datou endured it in order to become emperor. Hioki Masu and the Japanese cabinet were confident that they could control Yuan Datou.

When the Japanese cabinet received the news, they were also anxious and started discussing it overnight.

The Twenty-One Demands negotiations had been delayed in signing, and Western powers such as Britain and the United States had put pressure on Japan. Now Taiwan had been lost. This series of bad news made the Japanese cabinet extremely angry.

Therefore, the Prime Minister and other ministers held another meeting overnight to study the Twenty-One Demands.

While Japanese Minister Hioki Masushi was negotiating with Yuan Shikai, American Minister to Longguo Ryan secretly met with Shen Hao.

When American Minister Ryan arrived at Shen Hao's inspection residence, he was stunned.

He praised again and again: “Wow, General Shen, you really know how to enjoy yourself.

Even the White House where our president lives is not as luxurious as this.”

Shen Hao laughed and said, "Minister Ryan, you are joking. This poor and remote place is nothing compared to the White House in the United States, which is the center of world power."

　(of money) Upon hearing this, Ryan's face immediately showed an excited smile.

Obviously, Shen Hao's flattery hit the mark.

The United States has been unable to shake off the shadow of Europe and has no chance of becoming stronger and bigger.

But this European war gave them hope.

Becoming the strongest country in the world is also the result that all senior American officials want to see most.

I have to say, Shen Hao’s tickling was just right.

Ryan said: "General Shen, it's really a pleasure to chat with you"

Shen Hao laughed and took Rui En to the study.

Shen Hao seemed to be able to guess something about Ryan's purpose.

If you look at everything from the perspective of interests, this guy's purpose is clear.

Japan's gradual rise is certainly not conducive to the interests of Europe and the United States in the Asia-Pacific region or even in the Beiyang region.

So how to weaken it? The Taiwan incident seems to have given the United States hope.

Sure enough, Shen Hao’s guess was almost right.

After a brief exchange of greetings, Ryan smiled and asked, "General Shen, what do you think of Wanwan's incident?"

417. We support General Shen as president

Shen Hao is in the living room.

American Minister Ryan looked at Shen Hao expectantly.

Having guessed Rui En's intention, Shen Hao smiled and asked:

"Minister Ryan, what do you mean?"

Ryan shrugged and said directly: "Okay, let's not beat around the bush. The Japanese pirates said that you were the one who supported Yu Qingfeng's uprising in Keelung Port behind the scenes."

Shen Hao asked, "So what does Minister Ryan think?"

Ryan said: "I don't think it's important"

"Minister Ryan, please speak directly if you have anything to say," Shen Hao said with a smile, pretending to be ignorant.

Ryan said: "Whether Yu Qingfeng's armed uprising was supported by Mr. Shen or not, they are fighting for freedom and deserve our admiration. We in the United States support warriors like Yu Qingfeng."

The meaning of this statement is clear.

That is, the United States supports Shen Hao and Yu Qingfeng's armed struggle.

Ryan expressed his intention, and Shen Hao smiled and said, "Thanks to the support of the United States. I believe Yu Qingfeng and others will definitely thank Minister Ryan."

Shen Hao's words also made his position clear.

After both parties opened up, Ryan no longer concealed his intentions and directly stated his intentions.

“As for the Japanese pirates, they hope that we in the United States will put pressure on the Beiyang government and General Shen.

General Shen is prohibited from supporting Keelung in any way. What does General Shen think about this?" Ryan said;

Shen Hao was not surprised, and asked: "Then I guess the United States will definitely not support the Japanese pirates?"

Ryan nodded and said, "Of course I won't support it.

It is not in the interests of the United States to suppress the Beiyang.

At the same time, the Japanese pirates and the 21 treaties proposed to the Beiyang government are not in the interests of the United States.

How could I help the Japanese pirates?"

Ryan paused and smiled again, "But, we in the United States can support General Shen.

As long as it is about the Taiwan issue, the United States can provide some interest-free loans or arms support."

Hearing this, Shen Hao raised the corner of his mouth.

The meaning of this statement is very clear, that is, as long as you fight against the Japanese pirates, we in the United States will support you.

The Japanese pirates not only took a piece of meat from Tsarist Russia in the Northeast, but also snatched Qingdao from Germany. Now they want to swallow up the Beiyang again with the goal of Yuan Shikai's ascension to the throne.

The United States has been jealous of this series of operations for a long time.

I have long been unhappy.

Therefore, the United States certainly does not want the Japanese pirates to rise. It is in the interests of the United States for Shen Hao to deal with the Japanese pirates, so support is still necessary.

The attitude of the United States is also in line with Shen Hao’s interests. Shen Hao cried poorly: "Minister Ryan, thank you for the support of the United States.

Since the United States is sincere, I will just say it directly.

The four battleships, aircraft, and some machinery from the aircraft factory that I purchased from the United States were all for use against the Japanese pirates.

As a result, the family's assets were emptied.

In this regard, I hope to get support from the United States."

Ryan said happily: "OK, OK, we in the United States will definitely support

Our troops stationed in the Philippines are all cooperative."

Shen Hao said: "I got the news that the Japanese pirates want to snipe at the battleship I bought from the United States at sea.

These warships are related to our confrontation with the Japanese pirates. I hope to get the support of the United States."

Ryan patted his chest and assured: "Of course there is no problem with General Shen, we in the United States have always supported the spirit of contract.

We have an obligation to protect the goods before they arrive.

We in the United States have always been very honest in our business cooperation.

As long as these warships arrive in the South China Sea, our fleet stationed in the Philippines will escort them throughout the journey.

"Peace of mind guaranteed"

Shen Hao smiled with satisfaction and said, "Thank you so much for your country's support."

Then, Shen Hao said again: "At the same time, I also want to borrow 1,000 million US dollars to buy submarines from a US company.

It was mainly used to deal with Japanese pirate warships.

The United States' submarines are far ahead of the rest of the world, and I need them very much. I hope Minister Ryan can help me get them together."

Ryan was immediately excited and said with a smile: "Of course, no problem, General Shen, we in the United States are willing to provide an interest-free loan of 2,000 million US dollars, but you must use all of this money to buy submarines produced by American companies, how about it?"

The United States is a world of capital and is very happy about creating economic benefits.

Shen Hao's 20 million is considered a large order.

What's more, the United States has evaluated Shen Hao's strength and found that he is definitely one of the best in Beiyang. It is only a matter of time before he moves in with Zhong Nanhai in the future.

Shen Hao was stunned and a little surprised. He didn't expect this guy to be so generous.

He also complained that the loan he borrowed was too little and offered to give money away on his own initiative.

Of course, Shen Hao also understands that there is no free lunch in the world.

He knew in his heart that Ryan wanted him and the Japanese pirates to continue fighting.

By using himself as a gun, he could not only make money by selling arms, but also fight against Japanese pirates, killing two birds with one stone.

Shen Hao was also happy to be a gun, as everyone had their own interests.

Then Shen Hao nodded and said: "2 million US dollars is no problem, and I can buy all your submarines, but I have one small condition that requires your country's help."

Ryan was very happy to win the 20 million US dollar arms order and said with a smile: "General Shen, please tell me what conditions you have."

Shen Hao said: "Our country is poor, with limited educational resources and a lack of various talents.

I hope to receive assistance from American educational resources.

We in Guangdong and Guangxi send 1000 government-sponsored students to study in your country's universities every year, mainly in physics and chemistry. I hope Minister Ryan can meet this condition."

Ryan thought, what's the big deal? This is too simple.

Without any hesitation, he said directly: "Of course there is no problem with this. I can make the decision."

Shen Hao smiled and said, "Thank you very much for the help of Minister Ryan."