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    The next day¡¯s negotiation still failed to reach an agreement.  However, both sides have lowered their demands.  But because the asking price from western Sichuan was still too high, the Manchu and Qing government still did not accept this condition.  Coupled with the support of the great powers, the negotiations seemed very difficult.

    "It seems that the great powers are determined to help the Qing Dynasty. The Qing Dynasty will not accept all the conditions we propose!" Liang Xingrong said after returning to the military camp.

    "It's not urgent anyway. Let's continue the discussion tomorrow. However, I think we can lower the conditions appropriately. Under the condition of ensuring that Shaanxi, Hubei and Yunnan are occupied by us, give up Shanxi, Henan and Hunan, and focus on Guangxi.  Be prepared for the establishment of the navy!" Song Zhengping suggested.

    "I think we can. The great powers will not allow us to overly weaken the Manchu Qing Dynasty. It is already very good to be able to capture four provinces including Shaanxi. This has expanded the territory of western Sichuan two or three times. We will have to spend a lot of money.  It will take a long time to digest. As Uncle Song said, Guangxi is the key point. By winning Guangxi, we will have access to the sea, and at the same time we can develop the navy." Wang Yuze also said.  By ending the war earlier, Western Sichuan can also turn its energy to the construction of the newly occupied areas as soon as possible.  Including Gansu and Qinghai, Western Sichuan has expanded its territory to more than six provinces this time, and the construction of various infrastructures requires a large amount of money.  As long as these provinces can develop, the strength of Western Sichuan will inevitably reach a higher level.

    "Okay, then we will negotiate with the Manchu and Qing government on these terms tomorrow!" Liang Xingrong said.  originally.  Wang Yuze's previous asking price was too high, and no one thought that the Manchus would agree.  If the Manqing agreed, then their heads would really be caught in the door.

    On the Manchu side, Empress Dowager Cixi was also very dissatisfied with the progress of the negotiations.  Chen Bing's presence outside the capital in Western Sichuan made her sleep uneasy, fearing that when she woke up, Western Sichuan had already invaded the capital.  Therefore, the Empress Dowager Cixi ordered Prince Gong Yixin to reach an agreement with Western Sichuan as soon as possible, and make some concessions when necessary.

    Prince Gong Yixin had no choice but to accept the decree.  Although, he was confident that with the support of the great powers, he could reduce the Qing's losses as much as possible.  But that will definitely take a lot of time.  Now that the boss, Cixi, has spoken, he can only obey.

    On the third day of negotiation, the asking prices of both parties changed a lot.  Western Sichuan took the initiative to abandon Shanxi, Henan and Hunan.  The Manchu and Qing Dynasties also agreed to Western Sichuan occupying Shaanxi, Hubei and Yunnan and Guizhou.  In terms of reparations.  After bargaining, the final price was determined to be 100 million taels of silver.  Of course, the Manchu and Qing government did not have so much money and did not originally intend to agree.  But Western Sichuan was very tough and even threatened to restart the war.  at last.  With the cooperation of the great powers, the Manchu Qing agreed to compensate 100 million taels of silver to Western Sichuan.  However, this compensation was mainly paid by the five countries, Britain, France, Russia and Germany, jointly loaned money to the Manchu and Qing government. The Manchu and Qing government used customs and salt taxes as collateral.

    Now.  The only conflict between the two sides is Guangxi.  Western Sichuan is eager to obtain access to the sea.  Therefore, we must occupy Guangxi.  But the Manchu and Qing government did not agree. In this battle.  They have paid a huge price. Almost half of China has fallen under the control of the Western Sichuan Army. It would be very good to retain one more province.  Therefore, they also refused to agree on the Guangxi issue!

    When French Minister Tian Chun saw the dispute between Western Sichuan and the Qing Dynasty over Guangxi, he suddenly couldn't sit still.  One of his important tasks is to ensure that France's interests are not harmed.  With Western Sichuan's aggressive style, once Western Sichuan occupied Guangxi, it would be difficult to save Indochina, France's most important colony.  Therefore, he was very nervous.

    "Mr. Ogna, I think we should stop the ambitions of Western Sichuan. Let them give up their occupation of Guangxi and completely confine Western Sichuan to the mainland!" Tian Chun whispered to Ogna.

    Organa nodded. According to the current progress, the negotiations between Western Sichuan and the Manchu Qing Dynasty will soon be able to reach an agreement.  As for Guangxi, Britain is also unwilling to see it fall under the control of western Sichuan.  Besides, since the French company Tian Chun has already spoken, he has to sell this face no matter what.  There is competition and cooperation between Britain and France.  But in the Far East, they still cooperate more than compete.

    "Gentlemen, the French government believes that Western Sichuan has gained enough benefits from this war. Therefore, it is hoped that Western Sichuan can give up its demands on Guangxi!" After receiving Ogna's support, French Minister Tian Chun immediately  Just jumped out.

    Western Sichuan¡¯s face looked ugly, even though they already knew that France did not want Western Sichuan to seize Guangxi.  But Tian Chun jumped out so blatantly that they still couldn't get off the stage.  On the other hand, the Manchus and Qing Dynasties looked happy.?Such a clear-cut support for them makes them even more emboldened.

    "The United Kingdom agrees with France on this issue!" Organa also said.

    "Russia supports France's request!" Russian Minister Kuo Leiming also jumped out impatiently.

    "The United States agrees!" U.S. Minister Tian Bei also followed the trend and expressed his position.

    "Germany will not express any opinion on this!" Under the premise that the other four countries are demanding that Western Sichuan give up Guangxi, Germany will obviously not directly support Western Sichuan.

    The three representatives from western Sichuan suddenly turned pale.  For Guangxi, they are very eager to get it.  But now the great powers are almost all opposed to it. Under such circumstances, it is almost impossible for Western Sichuan to seize Guangxi.

    "Western Sichuan can abandon Guangxi. However, the Manchu and Qing government must pay an additional 20 million taels of war compensation for this. Not even one cent less will do!" Wang Yuze weighed it briefly and made a decision.  Since we can't win Guangxi this time, we can only look for opportunities in the future.  However, he will not take any less of the benefits he deserves.  Since the Manchus want Guangxi so much, well, let¡¯s use the money to redeem it!

    "Ah!" The Manchu and Qing Dynasties were dumbfounded. They wanted Guangxi, but if they had to pay 20 million taels of silver for it, it would be a bit uneconomical.  Guangxi is originally a barren land, so how can it be worth 20 million taels of silver!

    "Young Marshal Wang, isn't the price of 20 million taels too high? Guangxi is not worth this price!" Prince Gong Yixin said.

    "Well, if that's the case, let's hand Guangxi over to western Sichuan!" Wang Yuze said with a smile.  In his mind, Guangxi has more than 20 million.  If we can get Guangxi, it will undoubtedly give Western Sichuan a greater boost.

    "This" Prince Gong Yixin hesitated.  He finally saw that Western Sichuan still hopes to get Guangxi.  Having stayed in Western Sichuan for several years, he certainly knew Western Sichuan's desire for an outlet to the sea, so he tried his best to compete with Western Sichuan for Guangxi.  This is also from the perspective of curbing the development of Western Sichuan in the long term. Western Sichuan is becoming more and more powerful, which is a serious threat to the Qing Dynasty.  However, now it seems that Western Sichuan is determined to win Guangxi.  Should we spend an extra 20 million taels of silver for Guangxi?  Now in the Qing Dynasty, the treasury is empty and there is no way it can come up with so much money!

    Prince Gong Yixin looked at the French Minister Tian Chun. Since he proposed this, he must help!

    "Let's do this. Our five countries can provide an additional loan of 20 million taels to the Qing Dynasty!" Tian Chun thought for a moment and then said.  Organa agreed with this.

    With the support of Britain and France, Prince Gong Yixin breathed a sigh of relief.

    "If this is the case, then I, the Qing Dynasty, will pay an additional 20 million taels of silver in compensation in exchange for Western Sichuan giving up its demands on Guangxi!" Prince Gong said.

    "Then, if there are no problems in other aspects, then we have reached an agreement!" Liang Xingrong said.  Although he got an extra 20 million taels of silver, he was still a little disappointed.  For Western Sichuan, Guangxi is more than just 20 million taels of silver.  However, he also saw that Western Sichuan had no chance to seize Guangxi this time and could only wait for the next opportunity.

    ¡°Bah bang bang!¡± Ministers from all countries applauded.  Western Sichuan and the Manchu Qing reached an agreement. Although the contract has not been officially signed, this time the war can finally be over.

    "Everyone, the formal contract will be signed in two days. Is there any problem for you?" Organa said with a smile on his face.  It only took three days for Western Sichuan and Manchu Qing to reach an agreement.  Although the Manchus paid a relatively high price, they finally managed to maintain their vitality.  All countries have basically achieved their goals, and it can be said to be a happy ending.

    Prince Li Shiduo looked at Wang Yuze and sighed in his heart.  In this negotiation, Wang Yuze's strength was clearly demonstrated. Even in the face of threats from the great powers, he dared to threaten all parties by starting a new war. This was extremely courageous!

    "It seems that the Qing Dynasty is really coming to an end!" Shi Duo sighed secretly.  Although the Qing Dynasty was not overthrown this time, in his opinion, it was already on its last legs.  In a few years, when Western Sichuan has consolidated its newly occupied territory, it may be time to launch another attack on the Qing Dynasty.  And by that time, will the Qing Dynasty still be able to stop it?  In other words, is the mediation of the great powers still useful?

    "No, the broken ship of the Qing Dynasty is about to sink. I have to find a way out for myself. This young marshal is not yet twenty years old. If I can get in touch with him, then the Qing Dynasty will be destroyed.  Even if the dynasty changes, at least my interests will not be affected." Prince Li Shiduo thought secretly.

    After a while, he had a brilliant idea.  That is marriage, marriage with Western Sichuan, and becoming Weng¡¯s son-in-law.??Then Western Sichuan will definitely take care of his interests.  Although, his most suitable daughter is only fourteen years old.  But for the benefit of the family, what does it mean to sacrifice a daughter?

    PS: The first update is here, and it¡¯s still the third update today!  Asking for all kinds of support!
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