BXBX NOVEL Chapter 695: shameless betrayal
The islanders have a deep-seated pursuit of territory. This is also the reason why after their rise, they continued to launch wars and attack the Quartet.
"Mr. Xiyuanji\'s method is very good. It is undoubtedly very beneficial to give up the barren islands of the Germans in exchange for the rich colonies of the British! What\'s more, you can also take this opportunity to make friends with Germany, the world overlord. , This is undoubtedly killing two birds with one stone!" Masayoshi Matsukata also nodded with a smile on his face, thinking that Gongwang Xiyuanji\'s method is very good.
"However, we have a covenant with the British. If we betray the covenant, we will be condemned by the international community, right?" Kaoru Inoue was a little worried about this.
"Britain is about to be defeated, and we have no obligation to accompany them into the abyss. What\'s more, there are no permanent allies between countries, and there are only permanent interests!" Xiyuan Temple Gongwang said.
"That\'s right, as long as the empire can get real benefits, even if it damages its reputation, it\'s totally worth it!" Shanxian Youpeng said.
The other elders also nodded repeatedly. They have already been stimulated by the plan thrown out by Xiyuan Temple Gongwang. Everyone is thinking about how to get more British colonies so that the island country can get more territory.
"Okuma-kun, let\'s do it according to Saiyuanji-kun! Cancel the covenant with the British, find a way to restore relations with Germany, it is best to be able to join the Allied Powers. Then, take the opportunity to declare war on Britain and seize the British. Colony!" Shanxian Youpeng said.
"Hi, Senor!" Okuma Shigenobu nodded heavily. He is also very optimistic about this plan. If they can succeed, their current cabinet will win huge benefits for the island country, and he himself will definitely gain greater reuse because of this, and it is not impossible to even become a veteran. These politicians in the island country all regard becoming a veteran as their highest goal.
After Shigenobu Okuma returned to the prime minister\'s office, he immediately summoned the foreign ministers, the ministers of Tibet, the ministers of land and sea, and informed them of the decision of the elders.
"Abandon the alliance with the British and turn to the German alliance. This is indeed a good way. Germany has replaced the United Kingdom and has become the world\'s hegemony. Becoming an ally of Germany will ensure our interests. It\'s just that , It is very easy to betray the British. But will the Germans accept us?" Kato Takaaki was a little worried.
"So, we have to show our sincerity to the Germans. Not only should we return their islands in the Pacific, but we can also promise to ensure Germany\'s interests in Asia. After all, they are too far away from Asia. We want to guarantee interests, it will be very difficult. Only we can give them guarantees. What\'s more, our target is only some colonies of the British. We can even give up such a rich colony as India. Can\'t the Germans understand our sincerity?" Okuma said.
"Well, Your Excellency, Prime Minister, I will let our diplomats try it!" Although Kato Takaaki thought it was a bit too much for granted, he also knew how great it would be for the island country if it succeeded.
"Navy and Army, be prepared. Once we successfully form an alliance with the Germans, we will immediately attack the British colonies!" Okuma Shigenobu said.
"Yes, Your Excellency the Prime Minister!" Yatsushiro Rokuro and Oka Ichinosuke replied immediately. They were very excited and excited. Compared with those islands of Germany in the Pacific Ocean, the British colonies were obviously more attractive.
The next day, the foreign minister of the island, Takaaki Kato, urgently summoned the British ambassador to the island, Edward.
"Hello, Your Excellency Foreign Minister!" Ambassador Edward smiled modestly. Originally, in front of the islanders, Ambassador Edward always looked aloof. However, when Britain suffered a crushing defeat on the battlefield, Ambassador Edward could no longer maintain that superior image. Because he found that the attitude of the islanders towards him has gradually changed, and they are no longer as respectful as before.
"Your Excellency, please sit down!" Kato Takaaki said expressionlessly.
After a few short greetings, the conversation between the two also entered the main topic.
"His Excellency, the imperial government has some different opinions on the Anglo-Japanese alliance. Therefore, we must inform you in advance." Kato Takaaki said.
"The Anglo-Japanese Alliance? Your Excellency, I remember that there is nothing wrong with our alliance? Isn\'t it a few years before it expires?" Edward immediately began to play dumb. What Kato Gaoming meant, he understood very well. In fact, he was worried about this issue before he came, for fear that the islanders would raise objections to the Anglo-Japanese alliance. After all, Britain is now in decline, and it is no longer enough for the islanders to fear. It is understandable that the islanders would have other thoughts. However, once the islanders also betrayed, it would be a heavy blow to the British Empire, and even threaten the interests of the British Empire in the Far East. Edward has been the ambassador to the island country for several years, and he knows the greed of the island people very well.
"No, Your Excellency the Ambassador. The imperial government believes that Britain is about to lose in the European War. Therefore, Britain is no longer able to fulfill the alliance treaty." Kato Takaaki said.
"No, the British Empire\'s war in Europe has nothing to do with our alliance!" Ambassador Edward objected, and their hearts kept sinking. He knew that the islanders were going to get serious this time.
"Sorry, the imperial government has decided to contact the alliance of our two countries from now on." Kato Takaaki said directly.
"Damn! You are tearing up the treaty of alliance, you are betraying the British Empire, it is a shameless act! One day, you will pay the price for this!" Ambassador Edward furiously pushed open the door of the office , left angrily. He knew that it was useless to say more when the islanders were determined.