Gu Weijun stepped forward quickly, came to the side of the plane, and looked at the plane in front of him with extremely eager eyes.

"Is this our Chinese-made plane?" Gu Weijun stretched out his hand and stroked the wings and asked.

"Nonsense!" The pilot gave him a disdainful look and proudly pointed to the words on the fuselage.

At this time, the surrounding people gathered one after another, and the American Minister Rui Ensch also came to the street from the restaurant, and his eyes immediately fell on the bow of the plane painted with the dragon's head, and he couldn't help but be stunned for a moment.

There, it seems, two machine guns were installed.

At this time, Gu Weijun also noticed the machine gun in the nose, and the expression on his face became resolute little by little.

May 10, 1915, Tokyo.

“…… At 6 o'clock yesterday evening, the political axe of China rudely rejected the ultimatum of the imperial political axe. The Imperial Axe has to regret to announce that the negotiations between our country and the Chinese Government Axe for several months have been completely unsuccessful. …… The rejection of the ultimatum means that from now on, the political axe of the Chinese government is already in a state of war......"

In a traditional hut, a middle-aged man with two mustaches but a little old man quietly closed the newspaper in his hand, and all around him, all eyes were focused on him.

"I said that this bank will use troops against our country, what does Mr. think?" Someone asked.

The middle-aged man sighed and did not speak.

"Sir once said, 'The position of our Party is purely a secret organization, and there is no way to speak for international negotiations,' but now that the negotiations have broken down and we want to conquer our country by force, how should our revolutionary comrades respond? Since Mr. is the leader of our party, please give me instructions. Someone continued.

"Getting rid of Yuan Shikai is the most important thing to do today," the middle-aged man replied vaguely, "This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our party, and we should make good use of it to fulfill our aspirations." ”

"What does Mr. mean is to use the power of the book to drive Yuan Shikai away?" Someone else asked.

"With the help of the original saying, even the most foolish person can know that the original is unreliable, and those who have a little knowledge should also know the fallacy of this statement." The middle-aged man replied somewhat reluctantly.

Hearing him say this, many people seemed to breathe a sigh of relief.

After everyone left one after another, only the middle-aged man was left in the room.

The middle-aged man picked up the letter on the table and looked at it, a trace of anger flashing in his eyes.

“…… It is particularly absurd to say that it is pretending to borrow external forces...... Even if the affairs of a clan are evil, only the clansmen will take care of them. and the kingdom will not be protected by other peoples......"

“…… Since the people of the country have punished the ugliness of Xingxing and other ugliness, they will never speak lightly about state affairs unless they have the real demands of the society in the future. Although we cannot make any kind of oath to the people now, and whether the national government must be renewed by the revolution, we are willing to follow the people of the country to see the effect. The husband and soldier are fierce and dangerous, and there is a clear precept in ancient times, and it can be avoided, but it is not suitable to ...... Therefore, the public avoids the heart of the revolution, and it is forgiven by the same people......"

“…… However, the existence of the revolution is not the revolution itself, but the political phenomenon of good and evil. …… So far, in the name of the empty corpse republic, there has been a feudal [***], which does not lead to extreme internal affairs, and is also easy to attract the main cause of external insult. …… Plagiarism is the easiest way to insult the outside world, despite the fact that the situation is temporary, and the political organization is poor. Building one-person politics has become extinct in modern times, and it is impossible to do so, but it is really impossible...... Now we do not see the country, we do not see the people, but we see only one person. It is also ...... within our party"

“…… At this time when the country's survival is at stake, the revolution should be stopped and united with the outside world. …… However, the conspiracy of luring the wolf to resist the tiger by taking advantage of different abuses is not tolerated by heaven and conscience, and then it is not taken by wisdom......"

The middle-aged man slammed the letters on the table in annoyance, and the sound alarmed the people in the room next to him, and a bright girl in a kimono leaned out in some panic and looked into the middle-aged man's room.

The middle-aged man looked at the news of the declaration of war against China published in the newspaper again, and a trace of indescribable joy flashed in his eyes, which was similar to the sorrow and doubt he had just shown in front of everyone.

At this time, after thinking for a while, he took the pen and paper and wrote quickly.

“…… He has always been convinced that the security and welfare of East Asia depend on the support of the two countries, and therefore that there should be a solid alliance between the two countries. Although it is impossible to get a glimpse of its details, its main content must be aimed at Sino-Chinese goodwill and peace in East Asia. In line with what we have always advocated, I am very happy to hear it......"

“…… The so-called Sino-Chinese negotiation incident proposed by your national political axe to our national political axe is for the purpose of negotiations on Sino-Chinese goodwill and peace in East Asia. Although I am overjoyed to hear this, as for the means and means to carry out this end, I cannot but disappoint and discourage people, and those who are sincerely anxious are also discouraged. And if we want peace in East Asia, there is absolutely no other way than to carry out genuine cooperation between China and China. ”

“…… However, with regard to the negotiation incident, it is very obvious that the political authorities of our country, which have put the issue of genuine cooperation aside and lack sincerity, have adopted consistent and tough means of negotiations, and it will be extremely obvious that the sad facts will emerge. It is a pity that this means, which is contrary to the essence of our ultimate purpose, is unworthy and unsatisfactory......"

"If you want to strengthen the alliance, try to draw up a draft covenant like the left, and the secret will be taught to the masters of your country. In today's situation, although it is not easy to realize such an ideal, it is still more necessary to support the central government in the current autumn when the world is in turmoil and the war situation in Europe is changing greatly. Therefore, every effort should be made to salvage the situation, and I hereby ask your ...... with all sincerity."

“…… And we have always continued to carry out tough negotiations against the insincere political axe...... It is sad that it has been said for a long time, and it is still undecided...... It is said that the means of carrying this ultimate goal are gradually moving away, and we regret it to the extreme. ”

The kimono girl didn't look at what the middle-aged man was writing, and at this time, she looked at his back, and her eyes were flashing with reverence and love.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government Affairs Bureau.

"It's a pity that he is not Yuan Shikai, otherwise, we wouldn't have to be so troublesome."

Kato Takaaki looked at the letter sent by the chief of the political bureau, Koike Shozo, who was in exile from the leader of the Chinese Kuomintang, and smiled contemptuously.

"But judging from this, it shouldn't be him who leaked the news." Koike said.

Koike Zhangzao's remark is not unfounded, because the draft of the "Sino-Chinese Covenant" proposed in this letter can be said to be similar to the "21 Articles" in many places, or even surpassed.

"In order to maintain the eternal welfare of East Asia, the community recognizes the necessity of cooperation between the two countries, and hereby agrees as follows:"

"Article 1 refers to the cooperation between China and the two countries, and all matters related to other countries' diplomatic affairs in East Asia shall be discussed with each other in advance."

"Article 2: In order to facilitate coordinated operations between China and China, the weapons, ammunition, and equipment used by the Chinese army and navy shall be of the same type as those used in the Chinese army."

"Article 3, based on the same purpose as the preceding article, the Chinese Army and Navy shall mainly employ foreign personnel when employing foreign personnel."

"Article 4, for the period of political cooperation between China and China, the Central Political Axe of China and the local government offices shall mainly use the term "Foreigners" when employing foreigners."

"Article 5, for the coordinated development of the Chinese economy, will set up a 'China Bank' and its branches in important cities in China."

"Article 6, based on the same purpose as the preceding article, in the case of the Chinese side for the purpose of operating mining, railways, and coastal routes, etc., if there is a need for capital or cooperation from other countries, it shall first consult with the Article; If they are unable to do so, they can negotiate with other countries. ”

"Article 7 is said to provide necessary assistance for China's reform of monetary policy and adjustment of currency, and it will be completed as soon as possible."

"Article 8 states that China will be supported to improve its internal affairs and reorganize its armaments so as to build it into a sound country."

"Article 9 provides for the sponsorship of China in matters such as the revision of treaties, the independent tariffs, and the abolition of consular jurisdiction."

"Article 10 No agreement falling within the scope of the above articles shall be concluded with another State without the approval of the diplomatic authorities of the two countries, or by the two peoples of the two countries signatory to this Covenant."

"Article 11, This Covenant shall be valid for a period of ten years from the date of its signing and may be extended in accordance with the wishes of the two States."

After reading it, Kato casually threw the letter on the table, indicating that he was not interested in the advice contained in the letter.

"Do you think that after we overthrow Yuan Shikai's political axe, we should support him to establish a new Chinese political axe?" Takaaki Kato asked.

"I think the political axe should be considered." Koike said.

"I'd rather seek a proxy within the current Chinese political axe than consider him." Takaaki Kato sneered, "As far as I know, the Imperial Axe and civil society have supported them with a lot of money, but so far, they have gained nothing but failure. Such a rabble, it is okay to take advantage of it occasionally, and it is simply impossible to expect them to become big. ”

After listening to the words of his boss, Koike Zhangzao stopped talking.

"However, since he is willing to agree to sign such an alliance treaty, it may be of some use to us in the future." Kato looked at the letter on the table, "You are in charge of this, I need an official written document with his signature and seal." ”

"Okay, I'll do it right away." Koike Zhang Zao nodded and replied.

"Those guys in the military department didn't even make any military action plan against China! It's ridiculous! Kato Takaaki said with some annoyance, "They naively thought that if they sent thousands of people and a few warships to China, the Chinese would give in!" I can't believe it. ”

"The Shina army itself can be said to be a big joke," said Koike, "and it is not for nothing that the military department despises the Chinese so much." ”

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