In just over 20 years, the Chinese Empire has developed into the most powerful behemoth in the world. Although, as the French seem reluctant to admit it, the facts are in front of them. At least, France could not afford to provoke the Chinese Empire.

The ambitions of the Chinese Empire for the colonies of Indochina are well known. The French are well aware of this, too. However, the French have been trying to keep the Indochina colony, even if it is only to prevent the Chinese Empire from taking the Indochina colony. After all, every year the French government was able to get a lot of money from the Indochina colonies.

The French had been hoping that the day would come when the Chinese Empire would take over the colony of Indochina. However, I didn't expect it all to come so quickly. Now, the Chinese have shown their ambitions. Will they still be able to hold on to the Indochina colony? All the high-ranking officials of the French government are asking themselves this question. However, the final answer is very difficult.

"Gentlemen, though, I know, it is very difficult to keep the colony of Indochina. But we must do our best to keep the colony. The importance of this colony to France is self-evident. Prime Minister Pierre Laval said.

The ministers of the French government all nodded their heads one after another. Indeed, if they directly admit defeat to the Chinese and abandon the Indochina colony because of great difficulties, then their current government will inevitably be too incompetent.

"Gentlemen, we need to act. The Admiralty and the War Department came up with a reinforcement plan for the Indochina colonies as soon as possible. We are going to send troops to the Indochina colony and hold it as long as we can. We also want to let the Chinese know our determination to hold the colony of Indochina. Prime Minister Pierre Laval said.

"Yes, Your Excellency." Secretary of the Navy Charles Dumont and Secretary of War Andrea Maginot nodded.

"The Ministry of Foreign Affairs contacted the Chinese to protest their support for the Indochinese Resistance Army, which seriously undermined our relations. If they are willing to give up their ambitions for the Indochina colony, we are willing to pay a price. For example, to transfer a part of the Indochina colony to them. Prime Minister Pierre Laval said.

"Yes, Your Excellency, Prime Minister. Although, I don't think this will satisfy the ambitions of the Chinese. However, we can give it a try. Aristide Briand said. This can only be called a helpless solution.

"Ladies and gentlemen, for the sake of France, we must fight hard. Otherwise, this time the French Republic will pay an unimaginable price. Prime Minister Pierre Laval said.

"Yes, Your Excellency." All the French cabinet ministers replied. It's just that everyone's voices clearly reveal deep helplessness. Obviously, no one thought they would succeed this time. The current efforts are nothing but useless work.

The French Admiralty and War Department soon drew up plans to reinforce the Indochina colony. The French Navy was to send a large convoy of 5 battleships, as well as dozens of cruisers and destroyers, to escort the land forces to the Indochina colony. The French Army, on the other hand, was to send 100,000 men to the Indochina colony. If their opponent was only the Indochinese Resistance Army. Then, 100,000 elite French troops will be enough to solve the problem. If the opponent is Chinese, then even sending the French army to the Indochina colony will not have any effect. Because, no matter how much is sent, it is just to deliver food to the Chinese Army.

The French Foreign Minister, Aristide Briand, ordered the French ambassador to China, Paul Claudelle, to protest to the Chinese Empire, demanding that the Chinese Empire stop supporting the Indochinese Resistance Army and stop invading the French colonies. At the same time, the French Foreign Ministry also actively contacted Britain and the United States, hoping that they would stand on the side of France and jointly put pressure on the Chinese Empire.

The British and Americans were actually wary of the expansion of the Chinese Empire. They understand the truth very well. If they don't support the French, can they expect other countries to side with them and support them if the Chinese expand into their Burmese and Philippine colonies in the future?

On April 14, 4630 A.D., the ambassadors of France, Britain and the United States to China once again jointly went to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Chinese Empire to protest to the Chinese Empire.

"Good morning, ambassadors." Imperial Foreign Minister Tang Shaoyi had a smile on his face. Although, in his heart, he had already guessed the intention of these ambassadors. However, he remained silent. After all, the Chinese Empire's support for the Indochinese Resistance Army had always been kept in the shadows. The Chinese Empire would never admit that they had supported the Indochinese Resistance Army.

"Your Excellency the Foreign Secretary, the French Government expresses its great indignation at the support of the Chinese Empire for the resistance forces in Indochina, for undermining the peace and stability of the Indochina colonies, and for threatening the interests of France. We hope that the Chinese Empire will cease its support for the Indochinese Resistance Army and stop harming the interests of France. Otherwise, the Government of the French Republic will have the power to take any measures to defend the interests of the French Republic. Ambassador Paul Claudel said in a stern manner.

He did not mention that the Chinese Empire sent troops directly into the Indochina colonies, because they simply had no evidence of this. It would be a big problem to accuse the Chinese Empire of sending troops directly into the colonies of Indochina. Not to mention that there is no evidence of this, and even if there is, the French would be cautious about mentioning it in order to avoid further escalation. After all, once you tear your face with the Chinese Empire, the consequences will be even more serious. They probably don't even want to hold on to the Indochina colony.

Paul Claudel pointed this point straight to the point, obviously not wanting to say anything more. For France, keeping the colony of Indochina has undoubtedly become the most important thing.

"Your Excellency, the Chinese Empire has always been one of the top powers in the world. We should set an example for world peace. However, the current behavior of the Chinese Empire is probably not very good. The British Empire hoped that the Chinese Empire would stop this act of undermining world peace. The interests of all countries cannot be infringed upon. If the Chinese Empire insists on going its own way, then it will arouse the resentment of other countries. The British Ambassador, Sir Lampson Mill, also said.

"The United States of America opposes any unilateral change in the political situation in the South Seas. World peace is not easy to come by, and we all need to cherish it. The Chinese Empire could not sustain its own strong force and wantonly undermined peace. U.S. Ambassador Jensen also said.

There is no doubt that on this issue, it is Britain, France, and the United States that have united to accuse the Chinese Empire, believing that the Chinese Empire is undermining peace in the region and infringing on their interests.

Tang Shaoyi's face suddenly became not very good-looking. The so-called big countries still need a little face to a greater or lesser extent. Even so, the image of the Chinese empire in the international arena was not very good. However, this does not mean that the Chinese empire can be blamed by them.

"Your Excellency, ambassadors, do you have evidence in your hands for wantonly accusing the Chinese Empire? If there is any, please bring the evidence out. If not, then this is a discrediting of the Chinese empire without responsibility. The Chinese Empire could never accept such an act. Tang Shaoyi said angrily, as if he had been greatly insulted. I have to admire that these diplomats must not only be thick-skinned, but also have good acting skills. Otherwise, it is not at all suitable to be a diplomat, especially a good one.

The arrogance of the three ambassadors to China suddenly came to a standstill. Sir Lampson Mill and Jensen both looked at Paul Claudal. After all, this time the pressure on the Chinese is mainly French.

Paul Claudel, however, was a little speechless. There is no real evidence in their hands at all, everything is just their guess. Of course, isn't that obvious? Even if you guess, you can guess eight or nine.

"Your Excellency the Foreign Secretary, isn't the evidence obvious? The Indochinese Resistance Army was able to develop so strongly, without the support of the Chinese Empire, who would believe it? Moreover, the weapons used by the Indochinese Resistance Army were all weapons equipped by the Chinese Army. From this, it can be proved that the Chinese Empire was the backer behind the Indochinese Resistance Army. Ambassador Paul Claudel said.

"Humph! It's all just speculation. Why did the Indochinese Resistance Army develop so strong, and how do we know that? Besides, the Indochinese Resistance Army has been developing for so many years, if they had hidden their strength before, wouldn't it be normal for them to break out now? As for the weapons used by the Chinese Army that fell into the hands of the Indochinese Resistance Army, it is even more nonsense. The world is so big, and all countries are engaged in arms trade. The same was true of the Chinese Empire. We have sold a large number of arms, and it is very likely that those arms will end up in the hands of the Resistance Army in Indochina through other means. Therefore, it would be too far-fetched to prove that the Chinese Empire was behind the support of the Indochinese Resistance Army. The Chinese Empire will not accept such accusations without any reason. "Imperial Foreign Minister Tang Shaoyi's red mouth and white teeth turned over these two mouths, and he directly turned black and white upside down. In any case, the Chinese Empire would never admit to supporting the Indochinese Resistance Army. (To be continued.) )