The movement of reclaiming circuit mines across the country is booming. For the first time, the great powers discovered that the Chinese who had been servile in front of them seemed to have become straight and had a tough attitude.

The British Concession in Tianjin, the second floor hall of Gordon Hall, the municipal building in the concession area, which is a symbol of British victory in invasion of China, is decorated with lights and a lot of joy.

Ministers, consuls, counselors, and businessmen from all countries gathered together to celebrate Decuilin's 55th birthday.

De Cuilin is the most influential in Tianjin except Li Hongzhang and Wang Chenhao.

De Cuilin had no children in her life and gave birth to five daughters who were "social and sporty". The eldest son-in-law was the German merchant Hannagan who recommended him to Li Hongzhang as an engineer at the Lushun Naval Base and a military adviser to help Wang Chenhao train the Beiyang Army. The second son-in-law, American Lake, is the manager of Meifeng Bank, the third son-in-law, Baoer, is the consul of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in Tianjin, the fourth son-in-law, British Nassen, is the consul general of the British in Guangzhou, and the fifth son-in-law, William, is the military attaché of the British embassy in China.

Due to the prominent status of the Decuilin Jin family, his family became the social center of Tianjin for a whole generation and had an extraordinary influence on the Qing Empire.

In addition to celebrating Decuilin's birthday, the consuls of various countries wanted to take advantage of the opportunity to celebrate Decuilin's birthday and learn from each other's views on the large-scale recovery of railway mining rights that broke out in the Qing Empire across the country.

For the great powers of various countries, although there have been some losses this time, they are far from the huge benefits and interests of their rise in China, and they are still in a state of being injustice.

All countries took the initiative to hand over some railway and mining rights just to give the Qing government an explanation and balance the public anger.

However, with the rise of road and mining movements, the great powers thought that making some concessions would make peace, but they never thought that it became more and more intense. If this continues, it will inevitably affect the core interests of the great powers of various countries in China.

The Russian government has always wanted to instigate the relations between the great powers of various countries and the Qing government. After encountering this opportunity, Russian Minister to China Kuman naturally had to instigate them.

Kuman suggested that governments of all countries unite to form an intervention group to put pressure on the Qing government's General Li Yamen, requiring the Qing government to implement the treaties signed with other countries before and protect the rights and interests of all countries in China.

On the surface, Kuman's approach seemed to be for the good of all countries, but in fact he was planning to isolate the Qing government. Since the Qing-Russian War, the Russian government has launched a series of diplomatic activities, with the purpose of isolating the Qing government in the international community and creating opportunities and excuses for Russia to invade China in a comprehensive military.

The ministers of all countries are now shocked and worried by the reclaiming of the circuit mine movement, and do not think of the purpose behind the Russians, so they all agree with Kuman's suggestions.

"The Qing Empire's Navy Minister Wang Chenhao is here!"

Just as everyone was talking, Wang Chenhao, as the host of Tianjin, naturally had to come to celebrate De Cuilin's birthday.

The three words Wang Chenhao have long been popular all over the world and have become a household name all over the world. Especially in the ears of envoys and military officers from various countries to China, the three words Wang Chenhao have become the signature of the Qing Empire.

Decuilin and Hannagan hurriedly came to greet him, and made some polite concessions with Wang Chenhao, and then led everyone to introduce him.

The introduction is just a formality. In fact, no one recognizes Wang Chenhao and has dealt with him.

"I really didn't expect that Lord Wang could come too, which made me so happy."

"Mr. Deculin, you have made too many contributions to our dynasty, and your son-in-law Hannagan is my good friend. I have to come and congratulate you on your birthday."

As he said that, Wang Chenhao took out a bunch of keys and handed them to De Cuilin, and smiled and said, "I don't have any respect."

"This is?"

De Cuilin asked questions, Wang Chenhao turned around and pointed out the window, and saw a brand new Ford car parked in the yard.

Everyone exclaimed immediately, and some women were already screaming.

"Mr. Wang, this gift is too heavy! This is~

Is this for me?”

“That’s right!”

Seeing Wang Chenhao nodding, De Cuilin was immediately full of surprise. For those of the people stationed in China, the feeling of a car is like the official of the Qing Empire who treats a nose jacket and a huā feather, which is a symbol of status and status. However, in China, there are no car repair shops or gas stations, so no one will transport a car from thousands of miles away. Now, Wang Chenhao gives De Cuilin a car, which is only 1,000 US dollars, but it makes De Cuilin more happy than others sending gold, silver and cash directly.

De Cuilin really wanted to go out for a test drive immediately, but was taken first by his five daughters. He had to take care of his identity and temporarily gave up the idea of ​​going out for fun.

At this time, a waiter came over and placed several wine glasses in the drag plate, riding different wines.

De Cuilin took a glass of champagne, Wang Chenhao took a glass of wine, the two clinked glasses and drank each other, and then talked with a smile.

Russian Minister Kuman immediately walked over and glanced at Wang Chenhao, as cold as if he was pierced into his bones.

Russia's failure in the Qing Russian War was basically caused by Wang Chenhao in front of him, so Kuman hated Wang Chenhao in his heart. When he saw Wang Chenhao, Kuman couldn't help but get angry.

"Mr. Wang, your government did not keep its promises, signed contracts with our countries but blatantly violated them, and even instructed your people to make trouble. What do you think?"

When everyone saw Kuman, they immediately questioned Wang Chenhao, and they also wanted to hear the attitude of the Qing Empire, the biggest real power faction.

Wang Chenhao smiled faintly and said, "I think Mr. Kuman should have asked the wrong person. It is more appropriate to go to the General Office of Li Yamen to ask about this question. I am just a mere Wu Si and will not express any opinions on this!"

Wang Chenhao refused to answer, and everyone was disappointed, but Kuman did not intend to let Wang Chenhao go, and then asked again.

"How could it have nothing to do with you? If you hadn't taken the lead in protesting the Luhan Railway loan contract, how could it have triggered this national xing road mine recovery movement?"

Wang Chenhao pretended to be enlightened and said, "I remembered it! The borrower behind the Luhan Railway should be your country, right?" "Of course, it's not only Russia, but also France."

Wang Chenhao deliberately did not mention France, but Kuman knew that Wang Chenhao's tricks he took the initiative to bring France in.

When French Minister Henry saw that Cuman mentioned France, he had to say, "That's right! The Belgian bank group was actually commissioned by Russia and France as a third party!"

Wang Chenhao pretended to be the first to know and said, "So that's it! Mr. Henry, I know that you French have money. If you France directly invested in the Luhan Railway, I would not object to this. But Mr. Kuman, do you Russians still have money to repair the Luhan Railway now?

As far as I know, Russia is in a downturn in its economy and is still undergoing financial reforms, you have already owed hundreds of millions of francs in France, but you have to give us loans. Isn’t this a scam?"

Wang Chenhao's words immediately surprised everyone, and he didn't know what Wang Chenhao sold in the gourd.

"What is cheating people?"

Kuman was immediately displeased.

Wang Chenhao ignored Cooman and turned to Henry and said, "If your country is solely owned by you, I will definitely welcome you and support you immediately. Your country has money, I can trust you. If your country is solely owned by you, I will welcome you with both hands."

"Really? Thank you for your trust!"

Seeing that Wang Chenhao trusted him and France very much, Henry expressed his support for France to invest in the Luhan Railway, and his face was very good.

In fact, he didn't know that this was just a means for Wang Chenhao to alienate the relations between Russia and France.

In fact, no railway would be solely owned by any powerful country. Even if the Qing government agreed to other powerful powers, it would not agree. Therefore, Wang Chenhao said that he would support France to invest in the Luhan Railway, which was purely good to say that the purpose was to stabilize Henry first and prevent him from dealing with Wang Chenhao with Kuman.

When Wang Chenhao saw Henry, he was happy and knew that Henry believed it, so he turned to Cuman and said, "I trust France, but I don't trust you Russia. Our two countries have just fought a war. Will you be so kind to help us build the Luhan Railway? You must know that the Luhan Railway is related to the strategic security of our country's central my country and North China. If you ask you to build it, wouldn't it be a big deal for our country's national security?"

Kuman was stunned. Henry realized that the Qing Empire was defending the Russians, so he rejected them. He no longer blamed Wang Chenhao for disturbing the matter, but blamed the French government for not being with the Russians.

Wang Chenhao continued: "Besides, you Russia now rely on borrowing money from France, but you have to borrow money from us? Isn't this a joke? Even if we want to borrow money, can we borrow money from France? Right, Mr. Henry?"

Henry looked at Wang Chenhao and then at Kuman, and he didn't know how to answer.

Kuman gritted his teeth and knew that Henry had been fooled by Wang Chenhao and was fainted by Wang Chenhao. But he could not find a reason to explain, so he had to change the subject quickly.

"Even if you have reasons, because of your leading protest, not only did we, Russia, have suffered heavy losses, but all countries have also suffered a lot. You have to give an explanation, right?"

Wang Chenhao cursed the old fox in his heart, and he planned to pull everyone else in if he couldn't tell.

Sure enough, Kuman's words resonated with the ministers and consuls of other countries, and they were waiting for Wang Chenhao's explanation.

Wang Chenhao's eyes rolled, and soon came up with a plan and explained: "Mr. Kuman, you are sowing. The whole thing was caused by you Russia. You Russia expand your army and prepare for war, and still want to invade our country. You Russia has no money and still have to invest in the Luhan Railway. Isn't this clearly delaying the completion of the Luhan Railway? As long as the Luhan Railway is not built, the materials from the Central Plains will not be transported to the north, which is extremely beneficial to your Russian invasion of our north. This is your real purpose. In order to defeat your plan, our country has to take precautions and take back the authority to host the Luhan Railway, in order not to let you control our strategic transportation line, and at the same time we build this transportation line as soon as possible. It can be said that all the causes are because you Russia is undesperate towards our traitors.

Dear ministers and gentlemen, if you want to blame them, you should blame them. You are all implicated by the Russians."

Although what Wang Chenhao said was a bit far-fetched, the ministers and consuls of various countries also felt that it was reasonable and knew that the Russians were undesirable to the Chinese traitors. Therefore, Wang Chenhao took the lead in opposing the Luhan Railway loan contract for some reason.

"You are baseless slander! You are responsible for your nose!"

Kuman was so angry that he was calm that he always seemed unable to control his mood whenever he saw Wang Chenhao after the last negotiation with him.

Wang Chenhao replied with confidence: "Of course I can be responsible! If I guess wrong, I would rather write my word Wang upside down."

Is it still written with the word "Wang" upside down?

These ambassadors and consuls in China were basically all "China" and obviously understood and burst into laughter.

Kuman was so angry that he was about to get angry, but he finally held it back. However, he didn't want to see Wang Chenhao again, so he left.

Wang Chenhao didn't want to stay too much, so he quickly said goodbye to Decuilin on the grounds of being busy with official duties.

After Wang Chenhao and Kuman left, the envoys from various countries and consuls got together again to study what Wang Chenhao said just now.

British Minister Dou Nale was always vigilant about the Russians' every move. This is also the result of long-term conflicts between Britain and Russia. For every word and every action of Kuman, the British will deeply explore the real purpose behind it.

Although the retrieval of the circuit mine movement also damaged some of the British interests in China, it was not enough to hurt the overall interests of the British in China. Dou Nale's main energy at this time was still focused on dealing with the Russians. As long as it made the Russians unhappy, it was correct and in line with the British strategy.

At this time, Dou Nale was very happy to see Wang Chenhao making Kuman angry. At the same time, Dou Nale clearly felt Wang Chenhao's attitude towards Russia from the conversation just now. As the military pillar of the Qing Empire, Wang Chenhao's attitude represents the attitude of the Qing Empire's military. Since Wang Chenhao is preparing to fight with Russia again, this is of course what the British government likes to see.

Although Dou Nale was dissatisfied with this road and mine movement, the British government had sent him a telegram. As long as the Qing government continued to maintain its hostile attitude towards Russia, even if the Qing Empire did something that harmed the interests of the British Empire, as long as it did not hurt the bones and affected the British core interests in China, the British government asked Dou Nale to deal with it in a low-key manner and avoid damaging the Qing-British relationship as much as possible.

Based on this bottom line, Dou Nale still has to choose to help Wang Chenhao speak.

"Everyone, the Russians should have suffered heavy losses this time. Their two large gold mines in Heilongjiang and Méng Gu were taken back. I think the Russian government will definitely not give up. Everyone knows that the Qing government and Russia have just ended a war. Russia was defeated, so the Chinese people naturally have to attack Russia. But this has nothing to do with us."

"Why does it have nothing to do with us? We have also lost some railway construction rights, and some coal mines and iron ore have been taken back!"

The ministers and consuls from various countries asked in confusion and questioned Dou Nale's words.

"Everyone, listen to me."

Dou Nale waved to everyone to be quiet.

"Everyone is actually aware that the construction of railways has not been formally approved by the governments of all countries. Each railway is related to the relationship between our countries and is not so easy to build. The Qing government will take it back and it will not cause any damage to our interests. It is not too late to make a request to the Qing government after our governments reach an agreement. Why fight against the Chinese people at this critical moment? That is definitely not a wise move."

"Even if the railway is given up, what should we do with our coal mines and iron mines? Will the Qing government forcefully take them back?"

Everyone no longer cares about the railway, but once again raised the most worrying issues on coal mines and iron mines.

"Listen to me!"

De Cuilin, who had been watching coldly, saw Dou Nale's determination to defend the Qing government, so he spoke out for help.

"Everyone, we should actually thank the Qing government for redeeming our coal mines and iron ore!"

"What?"
To be continued...