Chapter 2318： Far East Visitor 1 (1/2)
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”Your Excellency, the Japanese special envoy Ishii Kikujiro, please.” When Asquith returned to London again, an attendant reported the news to him.
”The actions of the Japanese are really fast.” Prime Minister Asquis sighed and said, but he did not immediately decide whether to meet or refuse, but asked: ”Isn't Lloyd George in charge of most of the government affairs now? If something happens, the Japanese envoy should also find Lloyd George first.”
”Mr. Lloyd George said that some of these conditions are very sensitive, and he claims that only you can decide. He hopes to discuss this matter with you as soon as you return.” The attendant said.
”Very sensitive? Hehe, I have been exposed to too many sensitive things during this time. I want to see how sensitive it is. Let Lloyd George come over at three in the afternoon, that's it.” Asquith smiled bitterly.
Although Asquith claims to be well-informed, he thinks he is tough enough and his nerves are big enough. But after seeing Lloyd George in the afternoon, after the latter told Asquis what the Japanese needed, Asquis could not help but wipe a cold sweat. He felt that the Japanese had a big appetite!
”The Japanese still dare to ask,” Asquith said.
”Yes, I feel that the British Empire was really kidnapped by these guys from the Far East. Fortunately, the price is fair.” Lloyd George said.
”Well, no matter what, from the perspective of the empire, we can't refuse the only funder who can provide us with a lot of money now. I think we can have a good talk with the Japanese about this matter. Let's set the time tomorrow.” Prime Minister Asquith said.
”I would like to know if your country feels guilty and regretful for what you have done before. Japan did not provide the necessary help when the Allied countries needed it most. Instead, like a miser, it will pay every little bit. Now, the British Empire has failed, and the Allied Powers are over. The extinguishment of the war in Europe means the ignition of the war in the Far East. The next one is Japan.” After seeing this Japanese envoy, Asquis made no secret of his treatment of Japan. Human disgust! Said sarcastically.
”At least until now, the Japanese Empire is still on the same front with your country. We are still allies, but what about your other allies? Russia has fallen into a civil war, and Belgium may become a historical term in the future. And France? It was at the last minute of the war that I used my hands stained with the blood of the British Expeditionary Forces in exchange for forgiveness from the Germans! I think Japan has done a very good job compared to other countries in the Allied Powers. At least we still have common interests. ”Ishii Kikujiro said calmly.
”Common interests? I only saw a hunter who was about to face a beast. Suddenly he found that the hunting knife in his hand was overwhelmed. In a hurry, he remembered his former friends, so he decided to take out his only remaining wealth in exchange for a handy one. Weapon of power. That’s all.” Negotiations must first create a situation that is beneficial to oneself, and now, Asquis is doing just that!