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Text Chapter 321 The same interests of China and Germany

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    "Your Majesty, is there anything urgent about asking me to visit Germany this time? What aspects does the empire need to reach agreement with Germany on?" Xiong Wu rushed to the palace that night after receiving Wang Yuze's order.

    "Ambassador Lucas conveyed Germany's need for us to provide a 'Zhonghua-class' battleship, and I agreed. This time when you went to Germany, one of the things you did was to give them the drawings of the 'Zhonghua-class' battleship. And we  What is needed is German technology in heavy machinery manufacturing. High-precision lathes, milling machines, etc. are indispensable for our industrial development. In addition, there is Krupp's new armor steel technology, new  Naval gun and internal combustion engine technology, etc. If possible, replace them all!" Wang Yuze said.

    Xiong Wu was stunned. In his opinion, Wang Yuze's request was too much!  Although the design drawings of the 'Chinese Class' battleship are very valuable, they are not enough to exchange for so many things!  Besides, these things are also the most important industrial crystallization of Germany. Even if the German Navy needs a 'Chinese-class' battleship, I am afraid it will not be willing to exchange so many things.

    "Your Majesty, I'm afraid the Germans will not agree to our request!" Xiong Wu said.

    "I know, but we have to try our best to get some good things, and we can even buy them with money! As long as Germany is willing to sell them!" Wang Yuze said.  China's five-year plan is still in progress, but in the process, China's weakness in science and technology has been exposed.  Germany is China's only channel to make up for its weaknesses in these areas.

    "Your Majesty, these are the most precious things for the Germans. I'm afraid they won't sell them to us easily!" Xiong Wu shook his head and said.

    "I believe that the Germans will definitely sell it to us." Wang Yuze said with a smile.

    "Oh? Does your Majesty have any method?" Xiong Wu asked suspiciously.

    "As you know, Germany is working hard to catch up with the British Navy. The emergence of our 'China-class' battleships is an opportunity for them. However, Britain will soon catch up with its strong technological foundation. To  At that time, it was not easy for the German Navy to shorten the gap with the British Navy. Even if the German Navy built one battleship, the British Navy could build two with sufficient funds. In this case, the German Navy would never have a chance.  Defeated the British Navy!" Wang Yuze said.

    Xiong Wu nodded, he was also very clear about the dispute between Britain and Germany.  Kaiser Wilhelm II was undoubtedly an ambitious emperor.  However, the environment in Germany is much worse than that in China.  It is surrounded by powerful enemies, and at the seaport it faces the world's largest naval power, Britain.  It is very difficult for Germany to make a difference.

    "Then, we can offer to help Germany build battleships. Germany will build some of the battleships locally, and we will help Germany build some of them. Once war breaks out, we can just return to Germany. In this case, Germany will not be much worse than Britain in terms of naval battleships.  . Once a war breaks out between the two countries, it will be difficult to determine the future outcome!" Wang Yuze said with a smile.  He knew that if China proposed this proposal, it would be difficult for the Germans to refuse.  The Chinese Navy is able to build the epoch-making "China Class" battleship, which also represents China's strength in shipbuilding.  And this will also make the interests of China and Germany more closely tied.  For China, it is also of great benefit.  A strong Germany to resist Britain can relieve the pressure on China.  At the same time, it can also be exchanged for what China needs.  It can also provide more development funds for China's booming shipbuilding industry.

    "This method does have some feasibility. However, Your Majesty, we have to be careful. Our people must have different hearts! Although the Germans are close to us now, we are an Eastern country after all. In case of others  If the Western powers offer enough conditions for Germany to join, we will be in danger," Xiong Wu said.

    "For now, there are deep conflicts between Germany and Britain, and they will not come together. At least not in a short period of time. The empire and Germany, our interests are the same. Germany because of industry  The development of Germany requires vast colonies. The same is true for the empire. The most important colonies in the world are in the hands of Britain and France. If Germany wants to seize these colonies, its own strength alone is not enough. The empire still has nearly 500 million people.  domestic market, but what about Germany? They can only turn their attention overseas. Therefore, Germany needs the empire even more. In this case, at least until we defeat the old powers such as Britain and France, we will not fall out. Of course, once we achieve the final victory  Victory, in order to compete for more interests, there will definitely be conflicts, or even wars, between the empire and Germany. And by then, the empire's strength may not be lost to Germany." Wang Yuze said.

      Xiong Wu nodded, and then said: "I know, this time I go to Germany, I will try my best to get some good things back!"

    "In addition, there is the most important point. Now we have basically established the time for the war against Japan, which will be at the end of this year or the beginning of next year. There is no problem at all for the Imperial Navy to defeat the Japanese Navy. However, we must be prepared for the British  people to participate in the war. If the British send the main force of the British navy to Asia, we will not be able to resist it. Therefore, once Britain declares war on us, Germany must do its best to hold back the main force of the British navy for us and prevent them from  Send too many navies to Asia." Wang Yuze said solemnly.

    Xiong Wu frowned: "I'm afraid the Germans would prefer us to fight to the death with the British! It will probably be very difficult for them to contain the main force of the British Navy!"

    "They will agree. If we are defeated, then Germany will have to face the huge pressure from the British alone. The Kaiser must be very clear about this. More or less, they will contain part of the British navy for us.  . In this way, we may win the next battle. As long as we can win this battle, then our international environment will be greatly changed. In the entire East Asia and even the Asian region, there will be no  People are no longer our opponents!" Wang Yuze said.  The ensuing war is the most serious test China has ever faced, and is directly related to whether China will move toward glory or decline.  What Wang Yuze is worried about now is the navy.  Although the 'Zhonghua-class' battleships and the following 'Qin-class' battleships may be able to serve.  But the number is only eight.  The British Navy has dozens of battleships.  If the British Navy dispatches its main force eastward without any scruples, China will face tremendous pressure.

    "I will talk to the German side. I believe they know the truth behind the situation!" Xiong Wu said.  He felt that this visit to Germany was a heavy responsibility.  Using the design drawings of the "China Class" battleship to exchange advanced industrial technology with Germany is nothing more than a cover.  What China really needs is to reach an agreement with Germany in future wars.  At least it will provide China with certain support during the war. In this case, China will be able to defeat the Pacific Alliance's attack.  Only then will China be able to achieve its true rise.

    On the morning of July 15, General Xiong Wu, Chief of the General Staff of the People¡¯s Republic of China, departed from Tianjin and headed for Germany aboard the light cruiser Leshan.  Because time was very tight, Xiong Wu had to rush back as soon as possible after his visit to Germany to make pre-war military preparations.  Therefore, the light cruiser "Leshan" sailed at a speed of 18 knots along the way.  From Tianjin to Hamburg, the journey of more than 20,000 kilometers took only one month to arrive.

    On the morning of August 14, after arriving in Hamburg, Xiong Wu was personally welcomed by German Navy Minister Tirpitz.  They then took a train to the German Imperial Palace in Potsdam.  Kaiser Wilhelm II has prepared a palace banquet to welcome Xiong Wu's visit.

    "Dear Chief of Staff Xiong, welcome to your arrival!" Tirpitz said to Xiong Wu with a smile on his face.  The reason why he came to pick up Xiong Wu in person was naturally because he valued the design drawings of the 'Chinese-class' battleship.  After this period of research, they increasingly believe in the great role of the 'China-class' battleship.

    ¡°It¡¯s an honor to come to Germany!¡± Xiong Wu said.

    "Please, Chief of Staff Bear. Let's go to Potsdam." Tirpitz said enthusiastically.

    "Okay!" Xiong Wu nodded, and under the guidance of Tirpitz, he and his entourage boarded the train from Hamburg to Potsdam.

    Along the way, through the train window, Xiong Wu felt the gap between China and Germany.  Outside the car window, you can see tall chimneys emitting thick smoke and huge factories everywhere, which all represent the country's strong industrial strength.  Compared with China, it is far behind.  Although more and more factories in China are under construction or have already been put into production.  But there is still a long way to go before we can catch up with Germany in terms of industrial strength.

    ¡°Chief of Staff Xiong, isn¡¯t the scenery in Germany nice?¡± Tirpitz came over with a translator.

    "Compared to the beautiful scenery, I am more interested in the numerous factories." Xiong Wu said.

    "Of course, I can understand this. Germany's industrial strength is the strongest in the entire Europe!" Tirpitz said proudly.  After Germany completed its reunification, it took advantage of the second industrial revolution, and its industry developed rapidly. Until now, it has faintly left the United Kingdom behind.  France, the traditional power on the European continent, has already been left behind.  This all shows the strong strength of Germany.

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