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    June 21, 1919, was the day when Britain and France issued an ultimatum to Germany.

    The atmosphere inside the Japanese Embassy in France was much more relaxed than before. For the first time, the staff placed sweet rice wine specially brought for the celebration on the breakfast table.  Tanaka Yoshiki was very satisfied with this arrangement, and even Makino Nobuhiro, who rarely drank, sang a few songs.

    As a representative figure of Demoracy during the Taisho period, Nobuaki Makino has become one of the only remaining leaders of the Constitutional Party after 510.  However, he was very different from Xiyuanji Gongwang and others, and his stance was relatively neutral, so after Tanaka formed the cabinet, he was asked to serve as foreign minister.  This bright-eyed foreign minister was the most important commander of the Japanese delegation at the Paris Peace Conference. With his efforts, Britain not only agreed to continue to support the Anglo-Japanese Alliance Agreement, but also decided to transfer two German battleships and a battleship  The cruiser was handed over to Japan and extremely important naval technologies such as German armor-piercing bombs and Krupp armor were shared, helping the Japanese Navy maintain its dominant position in the Pacific.

    This is exciting news for the Japanese delegation. Half a year of hard work has finally paid off.  However, the United Kingdom has not yet given any clear answers on the status of German New Guinea and the abolition of all unequal treaties with China, leaving him still feeling uneasy.  However, I was still very happy to get three German battleships. He was particularly happy and said: "Yoshidahave the negotiations between China and the British Navy been completed?"

    Sitting opposite, Shigeru Yoshida is the son-in-law of Nobuaki Makino, and will serve as the latter¡¯s secretary with the group this time.  He is the most staunch pro-British and American faction in Japan. He replied: "The agreement has not been signed yet, but the intention has been basically reached. The five warships will be sold at a price of 1.2 million pounds each."

    "That's great!" Konoe Fumimaro already hated Yang Qiu after being slapped in the face last time.  He sneered: "Although they bought five ships, those are already outdated warships. Soon they will know that the empire's maritime power is still stronger than them! As long as the empire's maritime superiority is ensured we don't have to  Look at the faces of these devils! I can already see that their kind of peace is actually a muddling-through doctrine that maintains the status quo. We cannot indulge in the beautiful rhetoric they promote. There is also the League of Nations promoted by the United States! It seems to unite all countries, but in fact it is  Let us grovel, if the Japanese Empire follows their principles, they will be in league with the snakes and scorpions!"

    Shigeru Yoshida holds a completely opposite view: "Konoe-kun is wrong, I think we should be closer to Britain and the United States! Although they need China now because of Russia. But I insist that the rise of China will not be beneficial to them in the long run, so they will definitely  There are restrictions. The Japanese Empire should take the initiative to get close to Britain and the United States and wait for the opportunity to return to China!"

    "Hey! Britain and the United States are hypocritical villains. What is the difference between their treatment of the Empire and China? We clearly did not fail in the last war, but they forced us to armistice for their own interests and asked us to sign a shameful agreement and withdraw from China.  Have you forgotten what happened to us! Are we going to listen to them now and abandon Taiwan?"

    ¡°That¡¯s different¡­.¡±

    The argument between the two made Tanaka Yoshinao frown.  Although he felt that Yoshida Shigeru was more right and it was too early to talk about getting rid of Britain and the United States, the hereditary duke of Konoe Fumimaro Senate had a special status so he simply did not interrupt. Seeing that Nagata Tetsuzan had not spoken, he changed the subject and asked: "Nagata  Jun? What are you unhappy about?"

    Nagata Tetsuyama doesn¡¯t care about the navy.  After May 10, the Japanese Army was criticized, and the Navy also used this to improve its status and throw out the theory of maritime supremacy. It spent a lot of military expenditures not to mention the acquisition of three more battleships this time, which undoubtedly further fueled their arrogance.  But looking at all the wars in the world, it is the army that really solves the problem!  Seeing Yang Qiu rapidly expanding his army.  Therefore, he was very worried and said: "The Prime Minister, the Foreign Ministerthe country has sent news that some troops of the China National Defense Force are moving northwest. They may want to take advantage of the Russian civil war to get involved in Central Asia. I  I think we have to plan early.¡±

    "Central Asia? What does that have to do with our Empire of Japan?" Konoe Fumimaro was very unhappy when he was interrupted. He picked up his wine glass and said, "China Yang Qiu is involved in the Russian quagmire. Everyone should have a drink."

    Nagata Tieshan looked at him as if he were an idiot: "You can't say that. The Russian war cannot go on forever. The poor party does not want to see long-term troops stationed in China. Britain also needs to ensure its own interests there, so this time it sends troops  It will determine the future voice of Asia and Asia! If they are given an excuse to stay for a long time to stabilize the situation, then they can free up more energy to go east. Also, please don¡¯t forget that Yang Qiu is working on abolition of all unequal treaties. This  It is not only aimed at our country, the biggest harm is Russia! Once Russia fails this time and compromises and admits to invalidating those treaties How can our country ensure the interests of Huatai Island, Holzk Sea and other places? Do we want to lose Taiwan?  Will we lose the North again?"

    These words made everyone ponder secretly. Tanaka Yiichi asked in a deep voice: "Then what do you think, Nagata-kun?"

    "We don't have??With the opportunity in Asia, we must remain on the defensive even in the northern Sea of ????Okhosk and Huatai IslandSo I think it is time to contact Russia.  "As soon as Nagata Tieshan finished speaking, before everyone could remember the idea of ??joining forces with Russia, the secretary suddenly broke the atmosphere.

    "Your Excellency, Prime Minister Something happened! I just got the news. The German Navy will sink all their warships!"

    "What!"

    Nagata Tieshan is young and has a quick mind, but suddenly his face changes drastically.  After Tanaka Yiichi and Makino Nobuendo reacted for a few seconds, the wine glasses in their hands suddenly fell on the table All the German naval warships in Scapa Flow sank!  Japan's three battleships are naturally unavailable, but China is negotiating with the United Kingdom to purchase five battleships!  "Prepare the car. I need to see the allies immediately" Makino forgot all about Demoracy and constitutional demeanor. He stumbled to his feet and rushed out before taking a few steps.  Stir the garlic and fall again.  Yoshida Shigeru quickly went to help him, but he pushed him away and shouted: "Go and prepare the car!"

    Such an embarrassing appearance scared the embassy staff to scream and get busy, and Tanaka Yiichi's mind was completely blank. Although China could not defeat 2 Nagatos even if it bought 5 battleships, this would definitely give the Japanese navy an advantage.  will be greatly reduced.  Taiwan really couldn't be savedso I didn't care about my grace, bowed and shouted: "Makino-kun, please do everything!"

    While Nobuaki Makino hurried out, the UK also received news of Operation Rainbow in Scapa Flow.

    That afternoon, Paris was in complete chaos!

    The German delegation, which had persisted for several months, completely collapsed after hearing the news about Operation Rainbow. At the same time, the Sino-British warship procurement contract that had already reached a preliminary agreement was forcibly interrupted by Japan. Although the British Navy did not want to do so in its heart,  sold.  But how can the promises of the British Empire be easily withdrawn?  Japan finally had to buy the four battlecruisers New Zealand, Australia, Lion and Princess Royal at a price of 1.3 million pounds each.  Even though the British Empire made money, it also blamed China's low bid. However, this explanation obviously did not satisfy the negotiators headed by Lu Zhengxiang, and they walked away on the spot. Even the British Navy stated that it could sell Albania for 500,000 pounds.  The transfer of the Culkin was directly rejected.

    Yang Qiu was not particularly happy about the success of his little conspiracy, but Ye Zugui and other naval generals were anxious to death.  Seeing that they are not thinking about food, considering that the navy has insufficient experience in manufacturing and using large warships, there is no financial pressure.  Therefore, they were allowed to purchase two Combined Forces-class battleships controlled by Italy and France.  Britain and France were eager to cash in, but in the end they were not too difficult and directly sold the ship at a price of 500,000 pounds each, which was an explanation to the navy.

    The ship purchase agreement signed by China and Japan in Paris at almost the same time made the U.S. government very angry. In any case, it is not a good thing for China and Japan to strengthen their navies. Moreover, Britain's move obviously has the intention of restraining its expansion into the Pacific region, so it also speeds up its domestic navy.  Construction When Britain reacted, the sound of clanging and riveting similar to that before World War I could be heard endlessly. In order to curb the world naval arms race, the British Empire had to actively prepare for the next negotiation.

    June 28th.  After losing its navy, Germany finally bowed its head and signed the Treaty of Versailles in humiliation in front of hundreds of reporters and dignitaries from various countries.  After Germany was resolved, the Ottomans, Austria-Hungary and other countries also signed the Entente and formally announced their surrender.  Watching the German delegation leave in silence.  Seeing those French people cheering and going crazy with excitement, Yang Qiu quietly raised the corners of his mouth.  Just as he was about to turn around and leave, he happened to see Tanaka Yiichi not far away and suddenly came over to greet him.

    Tanaka Yiichi did not expect that Yang Qiu would come directly. Before he could reach out, Yang Qiu approached and suddenly whispered: "Congratulations, Your Excellency the four battleships are very good!" After saying that, he didn't wait for a reaction before he thought about himself.  The confused Japanese delegation left Paris overnight.

    Looking at his back, Tanaka Yiichi always had a bad feeling for some reason.

    Although it will take at least early next year to withdraw the soldiers and take away supplies, the war in Central Asia has become urgent, so Yang Qiu decided to return home immediately.

    When he arrived in Marseille, an Albatross 1918 transport plane also arrived at Karakum Airport.  The hatch opens.  Shi Xiaolou, commander of the Northwest Theater Command, and Wu Peifu, chief of staff, who had returned to China for rest, stepped out of the cabin one after another. Also arriving on the same plane were Long Yun, Dongfang Chen and Lu Han, who had returned from Germany and were assigned to the Northwest Front Army.

    ??This place called "Akzar" in the parallel world, located halfway between Zhaisampor and Lake Balkhash in East Kazakhstan, has now completely changed.  After the Sunrise Plan planned to relocate east of the Urals, not only a large number of machinery and equipment were shipped back to the country, but also a small number of small factory equipment such as cement and thermal power generation were relocated here.  With these things, plus tens of thousands of Chinese workers who were withdrawn from Russia, they worked hard for a year.  The prototype of seven fortresses standing in the shape of plum blossoms has appeared, and the fortress walls areThere are a large number of bunkers and bunkers set up inside.  Two Japanese fortress artillery positions were also dug out on the peaks on both sides of the southeast.  After it is fully completed according to the plan, this fortress city will not only be equipped with 18 fortress heavy guns of over 200 mm.  There are more than 100 other artillery pieces, as well as a national airport, and the railway will also be connected to the Western Xinjiang Railway.  However, since the supplies previously grabbed were basically consumed, domestic shipments were slow and troublesome, and self-production could not satisfy the needs, so the construction speed began to slow down.  As for the fortress, although there is no shortage of heavy artillery, they are still waiting to be shipped back from Europe, so currently there are only 48 Russian-made m1910 122mm howitzers and 2 203mm naval long-range cannons snatched back from Russia.

    In fact, the first choice for building the fortress was not here, but Semipalatinsk, an important town in the northwestern part of East Kazakhstan. However, firstly, it was low in the middle and surrounded by mountains. Once surrounded, it was impossible to break out. Secondly, it exceeded the pre-Beijing treaty.  Clear the territory of the territory.  In order not to overly stimulate the British, French and Russian opposition, it was decided to build it here close to the 1727 Sino-Russian border negotiation line.

    Such a large project has naturally attracted the attention of the whole of Kazakhstan and even Central Asia. The stationing of tens of thousands of Chinese workers and troops itself requires a large amount of food consumption. Although people are specially arranged to cultivate wasteland and farmland, and Urumqi has been sending food here, it still needs to be purchased from the surrounding areas.  So the herdsmen sold their cattle and sheep to the garrison one after another, and then exchanged them for cheap and high-quality tea bricks, salt and daily necessities from the garrison.  In addition, the White Guards and the Red Army are fighting each other in areas outside East Kazakhstan, so nearly 100,000 Kazakh herdsmen have come here to take refuge, which has also stimulated local development in disguise.

    Officers such as Li Liejun, Mei Sheng and Dai Jintang were waiting at the door early, while Sun Chuanfang and the 18th Infantry Division, who were transferred from the North China Theater, would not arrive until July due to the long distance.

    "Everyone, take a seat." After Shi Xiaolou waved everyone to sit down, he introduced the three newcomers to everyone. After the work was assigned, he directly stated the action plan: "The latest intelligence, Lenin has agreed to incite incitement in Central Asia.  Ethnic minorities are attacking us, so the General Staff has decided to expand the scope to East Kazakhstan, Almaty, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan The goal is to ensure the security of Western Xinjiang and target the guerrillas operating in these places.  Conducting a large-scale sweep with the armed forces What difficulties do you have?"

    "The main reason is the lack of supplies." Dai Jintang stood up first: "The problem with ammunition is not big. Many of the ammunition brought back from Russia have been stored in Urumqi and here. The main reason is the shortage of food. Dutov and the Poor Party are fighting fiercely now.  Other places outside Kazakhstan are already filled with refugees, and food shortages are extremely serious! We don¡¯t have much food reserves, and more refugees will definitely flow in after the raids begin, which may cause trouble."

    Wu Peifu is still grateful to the brigadier general who woke him up back then. Although he is now a major general and has a higher rank, he still smiles happily: "Don't worry, cousin Jin, the General Staff has already thought of this. The first batch  The grain will arrive in Urumqi at the beginning of the month, and the second batch will be transported directly from the northeast to Barnaul via the Siberian Railway, and then transferred by small train. However, we still have to find ways to raise as much grain as possible."

    "I would like to ask, should we join hands with Dutov for this operation? And what should we do if we encounter the British army?" Li Liejun slowly stood up

    (To be continued)

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