On January 5, 4636, the day after the arrival of Wu Pengfei, the crown prince of the Chinese Empire, and his entourage in Germany, the two sides began detailed negotiations on the relevant contents of the alliance treaty. Those involved in the negotiations were the Imperial Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs Gu Shaochuan, the German Foreign Minister Ribbentrop, and the Italian Foreign Minister Count Ziano.

"Ladies and gentlemen, I have to admit that our enemies are very powerful, and we must work together to defeat them in the future. The Chinese Empire is the most powerful of our three kingdoms. Therefore, we believe that the Chinese Empire should take on more obligations. Ribbentrop said. The Germans obviously wanted the Chinese Empire to pay a little more.

"This is natural, so in the future war, we will deal with the Americans. The industrial power of the United States is second only to China. In terms of per capita industrial output, it is even stronger than the empire. Therefore, if we do not defeat the United States, we will not be able to win the war at all. Gu Shaochuan said.

"The United States is now practicing isolationism, and even if war breaks out, they will choose to sit on the sidelines and not participate." Ziano said.

"It's hard to say that Americans are good at picking up bargains. In the last war, they waited until the war was almost over, and then they joined the war. Now, it's the same. If the Americans found out that their world system would collapse, would they give up going to war? That's simply not possible. So, we have to defeat the Americans as they transform their industrial power into war power. Among the alliances, only the Empire has this strength. Therefore, this task will be borne by the Empire. Gu Shaochuan said unyieldingly.

In fact, the German side and the Italian side were also aware of the contradictions between the Chinese Empire and the United States. The two countries, both of which belong to the Pacific Rim, have long been at odds with each other in order to compete for hegemony in the Pacific Ocean. Although the Pacific Ocean is vast, it cannot accommodate two large countries. Therefore, there will be a war between the Chinese Empire and the United States.

"Your Excellency, Germany believes that in the early stages of the war we should make every effort to defeat Britain and France and Soviet Russia, and then gather the forces of the whole alliance against the Americans. At that time, no matter how strong the United States is, it will not be an opponent of the entire alliance. Maybe we'll win without a fight. Ribbentrop suggested. Attacking Britain, France and Soviet Russia first was undoubtedly the most advantageous for the Germans. But will the Chinese Empire accept it?

"Humph! Damn the Germans, at this time they began to calculate us, how can it be so cheap? Gu Shaochuan sneered in his heart. If the empire helped them defeat Anglo-French and Soviet Russia. In the end, when it comes to the showdown with the Americans, maybe they will watch from the sidelines. Even if they are allies, in order to compete for the leadership of the future world, countries will do everything they can. If the Germans had united Europe, they would have grown in strength. The Reich was caught in a war with the United States, which would inevitably make the Germans a threat to the future hegemony of the Reich. Such an outcome is not something that the empire is willing to accept. Therefore, if the Germans wanted to calculate the Reich, it was simply impossible.

"Your Excellency, the Chinese Empire believes that it should deal with the Americans first, and when the Americans are defeated, then go to war against Britain, France, and Soviet Russia. In this way, it would be possible to defeat the United States before its industrial power could be transformed into war power. In that case, it would be in the best interest of the alliance as a whole. It would be very terrifying if the industrial power of the Americans was to burst out in full force. The United States alone could provide Britain, France, and Soviet Russia with a large amount of war materials. When the time comes, if we want to win the war, I am afraid it will not be so easy. Gu Shaochuan said.

On this issue, the Chinese Empire will never budge. This is related to the future layout of the empire, as well as the strategy of the empire.

Ribbentrop saw that the Chinese Empire was very tough on this issue, so he had to give Count Ziano a wink, in a vain attempt to get the Italians on their side and put pressure on the Chinese Empire. However, Count Ziano looked as if he had not seen his color at all, and looked like he had nothing to do with himself. For the Italians, they care about the interests of the Mediterranean, for the rest, they simply don't care. As for the game between the Chinese Empire and Germany, they did not want to get involved in it.

Although, everyone has already decided to form an alliance. But who will be the boss of the alliance? The Chinese Empire and Germany obviously had this in mind. The Chinese Empire is the most powerful country in the world, and it is only natural that it will become the boss of the alliance. However, the Germans were not willing to be subservient. This led to a disagreement between the Chinese Empire and Germany on this issue. In the end, I am afraid, each will go its own way, go its own way, and consume the power of the alliance in vain.

This is unavoidable, after all, their alliance has only come together because of common interests, and it is impossible to form an intimate whole. It is also inevitable that conflicts arise because of conflicts of interest.

"Your Excellency, we believe that in a future war, it is quite reasonable for the Chinese Empire to deal with the United States, and Germany and Italy against Britain and France. Of course, the Chinese Empire will provide support to both of you to the best of its ability. As for Soviet Russia, we could well have taken joint actions. Of course, the Chinese Empire promised the Empress of the Russian Empire to help her restore the country. So, we hope that Germany and Italy will understand us on this issue. Of course, if you disagree with this, we can take sole responsibility for the military operations of Soviet Russia. Gu Shaochuan continued.

Ribbentrop's face was a little unpleasant, and the Germans also had great intentions for Eastern Europe. The Eastern European Plain is rich in grain, and if Germany can occupy it, then food will no longer bother Germany.

"Your Excellency, you can discuss the question between Soviet Russia and the Russian Empire later." Ribbentrop said.

Gu Shaochuan smiled, then nodded, he was very clear about the Germans' small abacus. However, in the face of absolute strength, all intrigues and tricks are useless. After the Chinese Empire had won a decisive victory in the war against the United States, it would start a war against Soviet Russia. When the time comes, even if the Germans do not agree to the demands of the Chinese Empire, there is no way. After all, during war, it is often who has the biggest fist who has the final say.

"Your Excellency, Germany and the Kingdom of Italy are countries that are desperately short of resources. In the event of war, the Suez Canal will be blocked. The British will use superior navies to blockade our sea trade routes. Therefore, we hope that before the war begins, the Chinese Empire will be able to pour a large amount of resources into us, so that we can reserve and deal with the enemy blockade. In addition, the powerful navy of the Chinese Empire should also help us break the enemy's blockade as much as possible after the start of the war. Ribbentrop said.

"Yes, Your Excellency, this is very important." Ziano also said.

Italy's naval strength was very good, but it was very weak for the British. If the British navy entered the Mediterranean, the Italians would have to huddle in the harbor.

"There's no problem with that." Gu Shaochuan nodded. After the outbreak of war, the empire will launch a large-scale military operation in the Middle East. The targets are undoubtedly the Anglo-French-controlled Saudi Peninsula and the Palestinian region. In addition, Egypt and the Suez Canal are also targets of Chinese attacks. If it can capture Egypt and the Suez Canal and control it, China will definitely not spit it out again, even if the Mediterranean Sea is the sphere of influence of the Italians as promised, the Chinese Empire will break its promise.

Gu Shaochuan agreed to this condition, which made Ribbentrop and Ziano very satisfied. China's navy is the strongest in the world, and if China is willing to help, all crises can be easily resolved.

"Your Excellency the Deputy Chancellor, Your Excellency the Count, the German side believes that before the outbreak of war, we should divide our respective spheres of influence after the war. In this way, there will be no conflict of interest. Ribbentrop said.

Gu Shaochuan and Count Ziano both nodded.

"You don't have a problem with the fact that the whole of Central and Western Europe and Northern Europe belong to Germany, right? The issue of Eastern Europe is rather complicated, and it can be put on hold for the time being, and then we will discuss it in detail. Ribbentrop said.

"Of course. Southern Europe, including the Balkan Peninsula, belongs to Italy. In addition, North Africa is also Italy's sphere of influence. Ziano was not far behind.

"Asia and Oceania are China's spheres of influence." Gu Shaochuan said.

"Your Excellency, Germany, in principle, recognizes Chinese domination of Asia. However, China cannot monopolize the oil in the Middle East. Ribbentrop said.

"Italy also believes that we should share a share of the Middle East's oil." Ziano also said.

Gu Shaochuan hesitated for a moment, and then said: "The Chinese Empire can divide the oil revenues of the Middle East outside the current occupied area into ten shares, China will have six shares, and Germany and Italy will each have two shares. ”

The Italians were very pleased with this, but the Germans thought that two were too little, and after some bargaining, they would get three.

Gu Shaochuan did not entangle with the Germans on this issue, after all, the spheres of influence that are now demarcated are actually innumerable. When the war breaks out, whoever occupies it will be who's.

Italy and Germany, will share what is left of Africa. South America became Germany's sphere of influence. In North America, it is divided equally between China and the United States. (To be continued.) )