Chapter 1248: The Germans' Demands
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"What? Are the Chinese ready to attack us? Prime Minister Holwig, is this news sure to be true? I'm sorry, I didn't question what you meant, but this news is so important to us that I need to be sure! "Prime Minister Asquith was shocked. The other members of the British cabinet also had a hint of panic on their faces. Now that the Entente is left with Britain, this has put great pressure on them, and China has shown its extremely strong strength in this war. Neither the army nor the navy had any superiority. Therefore, if China were to attack the British mainland, it would be difficult for Britain to defend it. And once they can't hold it, what happens to the United States is their end!
"Your Excellency Prime Minister Asquith, I can understand. I can tell you with great confidence that the news that the Chinese are going to take action against Britain is absolutely certain. The 2nd Army of the Chinese Army has already set off from southern Spain! If it weren't for what happened in the Vatican, which restrained the energy of the Chinese, maybe they would have launched an attack on Britain long ago! It is expected that in four to five days the convoy carrying the 2nd Army of the Chinese Army will enter the English Channel! Chancellor Holwig said.
"Oh God! Are the Chinese still tempted to attack us? What should I do? "British Foreign Secretary Edward. Sir Grey said worriedly.
"Sir Fisher, will the Royal Navy be able to hold back the Chinese attack?" Prime Minister Asquith asked.
"I'm sorry, Your Excellency, the Royal Navy has 19 'dreadnought' battleships left, and the Chinese have a full forty battleships in the eastern Atlantic, and 4 aircraft carriers! If there is a battle between the Royal Navy and the Chinese Navy, we have absolutely no chance of winning! "John. Sir Fisher replied with a look of dismay. The current Chinese Navy is already enough for the British Royal Navy to look up to!
"Your Excellency Churchill, how are the Army's defenses done? If the Chinese attack the British mainland, will we be able to hold it? Prime Minister Asquith asked. Now that the Navy has no choice. Then the army will be the last resort!
"Your Excellency, the Army is mobilizing and now we have more than two million troops armed. However, these troops were only enough for us to build a defensive line in the south of England. If the Chinese land elsewhere, we may not be able to stop it! After all, there is so little time left for us! "Winston. Churchill said. Actually, he didn't tell the truth. With the Chinese Navy's powerful strike capabilities, dozens of capital ships and four aircraft carriers, even if the British Army can build an impregnable defensive line in the coastal area, it is also like paper in front of the Chinese Navy's large-caliber naval guns and heavy aerial bombs.
Such an answer disappointed Prime Minister Asquith. If the British army cannot guarantee the security of the country. Then a qiē is all in vain!
"Your Excellency Prime Minister Asquith, please do not be discouraged. The military strength of the Chinese is now the first in the world. No country has the strength to defeat China alone! Even us in Germany! Although Germany and China are still allies, China's threat to the entire Western world makes us vigilant! This time I came to the UK to save the UK. Let Britain end this war at the lowest cost! Chancellor Holwig said.
"Your Excellency Prime Minister Holwig, do you have any good ideas?" Prime Minister Asquith asked. Since Britain itself no longer has the strength to protect Britain, it has no choice but to turn to foreign countries for help. Although the two countries were hostile countries before, they are still at war even now. But this does not prevent the two countries from coming together because of common interests.
"Your Excellency Chancellor Asquith, in the eyes of Germany, there is no longer any need for Britain to continue the war. Britain had no hope of winning the war, and it was now the duty of the British government to find a way to minimize British losses! Therefore. I think it's time for Britain to admit defeat and end the war! Chancellor Holwig said.
Prime Minister Asquith had some hesitation, and Foreign Secretary Edward Edward. Sir Grey nodded approvingly, and John. Sir Fisher was expressionless, while Winston. But a look of anger flashed on Churchill's face!
"Your Excellency Chancellor Holwig, do you mean that Britain should surrender to Germany? But. What's in it for us? Prime Minister Asquith asked.
"Your Excellency, Prime Minister Asquith, the benefits are numerous. First, if Britain surrenders to Germany. Britain was not in danger of extinction. Germany could assure Britain that in the event of its surrender to Germany, Germany would do its utmost to guarantee the integrity of British territory and sovereignty. Second, we have a common enemy. The Chinese, and the Eastern world they represent, pose a great threat to the entire Western world. If the Western world does not want to be enslaved by the East, then we can only unite and jointly deal with the threat of the Chinese. At this point, our interests are aligned! Third, Germany can promise Britain that as long as we can defeat China in the future, Britain will still be one of the world's major powers! Chancellor Holwig said. These are the conditions that Germany has offered. Of course, these conditions are more than promised, and Germany's actual demands have not yet been made. Only after the British side agreed, he could take advantage of the situation to put forward the specific demands of the German side. Prime Minister Holwig is confident that the British side will agree. After all, if Britain is occupied by China, then Britain will never have a chance!
Prime Minister Asquith thought for a few minutes, then said, "So, Prime Minister Holwig, what do we need to give?" ”
"Your Excellency Prime Minister Asquith, you must know that the Chinese are going to attack Britain in a few days. There was only one way to stop the Chinese attack, and that was for Germany to send troops to land in Britain. In this way, it will be possible to prevent the Chinese from occupying LinkedIn. In addition, it is better for the British Navy to surrender to the German Navy, otherwise, the British Navy will end up with only two, either captured by the Chinese or sunk by the Chinese! Other than that, there are no other results! Chancellor Holwig said.
"Your Excellency Chancellor Holwig, do you mean that Germany wants to occupy LinkedIn? In that case, what is the difference between us and the dead country? "Winston. Churchill asked angrily!
"Your Excellency War Secretary, Germany's occupation of LinkedIn is not to destroy Britain, but to prevent the Chinese from destroying Britain. You should know what kind of damage will be caused to Britain if the Chinese land in the UK, right? When the time comes, Britain wants to become an independent country, which is simply delusional! Holwig retorted!
"The British Army will block the Chinese, they want to land in Britain, that is impossible!" Winston. Churchill gritted his teeth and said!
"Huh!" Prime Minister Holwig smiled and didn't say anything else, but everyone could see the mockery!
"Your Excellency Prime Minister Asquith, Ministers! Germany had no intention of dealing with Britain. On the contrary, Germany still saw Britain as a potential ally of Germany. If Britain agrees with Germany's proposal, it will be very advantageous for both of us. Of course, I do not deny that Germany also has selfish motives. After all, the Chinese are too strong, and with Germany's current strength, it is already difficult to compete with the Chinese, and in order to confront China, we can only look for more allies. For example, in the navy, Germany urgently needs British naval personnel and shipbuilding personnel. This is important for improving the strength of the German Navy and giving us the strength to fight the Chinese in a short time. And this is also good for the UK. Once the iron hooves of the Chinese land in Britain, Britain will have to pay even greater losses! Even at the cost of destroying the country! Chancellor Holwig warned!
Prime Minister Asquith and other important members of the British cabinet were silent. Although the Germans were somewhat unacceptable to their demands, they knew that this was the best possible outcome for the British. As the defeated country in this world war, Britain is afraid that it will pay a heavy price. And the most severe consequence is that, like the United States, it will be carved up by China and other victorious powers. If Britain agrees to Germany's terms, then Britain will certainly lose a lot this time, but as long as the Germans keep their promises, Britain will have a chance to rise in the future. Of course, Britain will no longer be the world hegemon at that time, but at least it will be much better than the death of the country!
"Your Excellency Prime Minister Holwig, the stakes are high, and I cannot reply to you right now! I need to consult the other cabinet members and the royal family's decision! Prime Minister Asquith said.
"Your Excellency Prime Minister Asquith, I can understand! However, I need to remind you that time is very tight right now. If the Germans cannot take LinkedIn before the Chinese land, then we will not be able to prevent the Chinese from landing in the UK. At that time, it will be very difficult for us to protect the interests of Britain! If you can, it's best to give me an answer by noon tomorrow. Chancellor Holwig said!
"Yes, Your Excellency Prime Minister Holwig! Come, please go and rest with His Excellency Prime Minister Holwig! Prime Minister Asquith said. Prime Minister Holwig did not scare them, once the Chinese landed in Britain, then Britain would have to be prepared to pay a huge price! In the opinion of Prime Minister Asquith himself, the demands of the Germans, although somewhat excessive, were already the best result for Britain! However, this is not something he can make on his own!