C241 Xiao Letian's 300 Brave Warriors

Xiao Letian and Jonas's negotiation had reached its most critical moment, and the condition that Xiao Letian had given was something that Jonas had no way of refusing, but Jonas's authorization was simply insufficient. He could only sign a memorandum with Xiao Letian, and could not sign an official agreement.

I am just a secret envoy, I am not the Plenipotentiary, Prime Minister did not give me such a huge authorization. How about you sign a memo first? "

Xiao Letian knew that from the Tanggu to the German hamburger, even the fastest scissor boat would take 3 months. And the Poo War would start in June.

Jonas was anxious now. He knew that she couldn't rely on just a memo to take away more than a million Silver. This was an extremely high quality Mexican eagle, all the banks in Europe would accept it.

"Mr. Xiao... Prime Minister! I guarantee with my personality that Prime Minister Bismark will definitely agree to your conditions. It is the greatest fortune of the Empire that Prussia can find an ally like you in the distant East. The Prime Minister will not ignore your goodwill! "

"Do it!" Xiao Letian slapped his thigh, "Since ancient times, wealth came from dangers, how can one be afraid of wolves and tigers?! This secret letter is for Prime Minister Bismark, only he can open it, I hope that Jonas can protect him well … " After saying that, Xiao Letian looked at the wooden boxes that were filled with money with a pained expression, he sighed and waved his hand: "Carry it away!"

That morning, Jonas and Xiao Letian signed the memorandum on top of a silver chest in Tanggu's warehouse. Xiao Letian, as the Prime Minister of the Ryukyu and the largest shareholder of the Letian Firm, lent the Prussian Germany 5.5 million silver in four years.

As for the Prussian Germany, all institutions, including military academies, were open to the Ryukyu Kingdom. The Chinese students who were sailing from Ba and Tanggu could live a very good life with only the interest from the 5.5 million silver worth of wealth. They didn't even need to spend a single cent of their own money.

At the same time, Jonas took away the three companies of three hundred new troops. The German side had to ensure that these soldiers could participate in the actual battle and receive the best training for army officers.

The subsequent repayment of the principal would be subject to a second round of negotiations in four years' time.

This was already the most advantageous contract signed by China after the Opium War, and this agreement was like a stimulant to the depressed national destiny. If 2,000 Chinese intellectuals could train in Germany for six to eight years, then the technology they brought back would definitely allow China's technological level to fly over its head.

It was only 2.5 million silver taels. It was still much better than losing 200 million silver taels to Japan. It was impossible for this investment to fail.

In the next few days, Ba and all the new army from the Tanggu started an English language test. Amongst the thousand or so new army members, they had to pick out the one with the highest level of foreign language, the one with the strongest acceptance ability. The most important thing was that the most loyal elites would come out, which was not a simple matter.

Fortunately, this army was personally trained by Xiao Letian, and they were put to the test in one night using the Tyrant Flame. There was no need to talk about loyalty, as long as they could test their foundation in foreign language and military training, it would be enough.

At this time, there weren't many oceanic merchant ships left in Tanggu Harbor, so shopkeeper Fan Lian picked again and again carefully. In the end, he decided to use a Dutch middle ranked scissor boat as a transportation vehicle to cross half of the Earth.

Xiao Letian really couldn't be at ease with Yue Ba's preparations. When there were still fifteen days to the Spring Festival, he boarded the Dutch merchant ship, preparing to deliver the emissary and the new army to Yue Ba.

Xiao Letian's decision immediately caused his harem to be filled with grief. All these girls were looking forward to the reunion with Xiao Letian;

"Master, can you not go? The sisters in the inner chamber all want to celebrate New Year with you. Next year will be the wedding day for you and the two madams. "Spring and March are the best months to get married …"

Xiao Letian looked at all the girls who were beaming with happiness, and felt extremely comfortable in his heart. He pinched Qing Wen's cheeks and said softly, "Are you worried? "After the old master's wedding, can you all make peace with me?"

"Aiyo, how annoying. What are you saying?" Qing Wen blushed and turned to leave.

Xiao Letian laughed, he knew that the girls were testing him on behalf of Hu Niu and Fu Hui, and he had already made up his mind that the wedding would be held next spring.

"Don't worry, I'll tell Hu Niu and Fu Hui that I won't need more than a few days to return from this trip. I promise to spend the New Year with you two … We'll discuss the marriage at the beginning of spring together! "

Xiao Letian, who had comforted the Inner Mansion, set off. He and Jonas boarded the Dutch merchant ship and sped towards the Ba's direction. Borrowing the strength of the north-east, it only took Xiao Letian four days to see that blue sky again.

The northern part of the continent was currently in winter, where one could not live without cotton clothing. However, that tyrant was now as warm as spring. A thin robe was sufficient for him.

"Master, look!" On the high ground to the south of Shouli City, the shore defense cannons purchased from the United States are being installed. That is a huge 280 mm cannon, it is sufficient enough to control the entire Naha Harbor … "

Xiao Letian listened to Luo Huo's roar, and looked at the high grounds where people were flashing, countless of dock workers were carrying long ropes and desperately pulling on the shore defense cannons, they were nearing the peak.

It was a vibrant port city. All the supplies purchased from the United States were being unloaded on the docks in a hurry. Field artillery, afterloading Gun, boxes of bullets, and even a modern explosives production workshop were all moved here.

"Lord, you really are a god. Just because of your close relationship with the United States, the most powerful foreign people are the Americans. They bring countless investments to find the royal family. Right now, more than 60% of the ships on the pier come from the United States …"

Luo Huo was the last officer to leave that tyrant. He was very clear about the changes that had occurred in the Naha Harbor during this half year.

"We have invested 100,000 silver to build a southern shipyard. Now, we have hired technicians from the United States. The tonnage of the ship is the highest in East Asia now. All the other ships in Asia are bound to break down and repair the ship. This business is definitely worth it …"

"There are also the ten universities that our lord has set up. Although the building is only half-built, there are already over three thousand students enrolled in it. According to your instructions, our school will only be taught in Chinese and English. If little Japan still wants to promote the Japanese language, that is just a dream …"

This was the first time Jonas had come to the Ryukyu Kingdom. In his impression, the Ryukyu was just a string of insignificant islands in the Western Pacific Ocean, which was basically equivalent to a Pacific island inhabited by savages. This kind of country was not even comparable to decaying Qing Dynasty, it was not worth paying attention to.

But today, after seeing the bustling city with his own eyes and hearing Xiao Letian's plan to build it, the Northern Knight was finally convinced. Xiao Letian, the Prime Minister of the Ryukyu Kingdom, was really a Grand Master of Western Studies.

"Mr. Jonas, we will only stay here for three days. I'm afraid you won't have the time to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Ryukyu Kingdom. After the war ends, I will personally invite you to the Shouli City to enjoy the wonderful scenery of the Pacific Ocean."

Only then did everyone realize that the pier was already filled with troops dressed in blue. The 700 odd people that were left behind to guard the Ba in Xiao Letian's new army had all gathered at the pier.

"All have... Salute the Prime Minister... " With a long command, seven hundred people saluted the merchant ship, while Xiao Letian and the fifty soldiers at the bow saluted back to the pier.

"My lord, you're finally back. After receiving your message from the pigeon, Commander Ba has already caused a huge ruckus. Everyone has to go to Europe to fight, so we can't go all out. The blood on the petition was piled higher than a mountain …"

Once Xiao Letian got off the boat, he led his men to stop him, "Sir, let me go as well. The moment I heard about the national war, all the blood in my body boiled up, I haven't slept for three days already …"

"Bullsh * t, I don't even know your standard of foreign language? Can you read ten of those letters? "If you can get to know more than ten, I'll let you …"

Liang Kun was at a loss for words, he knew that his main mission in Europe this time was to learn, participating in the war was only a matter of time, he really did not have enough ink in his stomach.

Just as Liang Kun was racking his brains to organize his speech, a company at the corner of the pier attracted Xiao Letian's attention. It was an exceptionally silent company.

At the very front of the team, Xiao Yepingtai and Xiao Bingtailang looked at Xiao Letian with grim expressions. They wanted to join the foreign company and request a battle for the European trip as well. However, they did not dare to do so. As Japanese, they could not even raise their heads up within Xiao Letian's new army. After all, the crime committed by them, the Japanese, on the night of the Tyrant Blood Battle was still fresh in their minds.

Xiao Letian keenly noticed this barrier, and it was not because of the luck of the new army, it was good that friendly forces could compete with each other, but it was not good if emotional cracks appeared.

"Don't you two have anything to say? Don't tell me you have no motivation at all? " Xiao Letian stood in front of the two of them, his tone abnormally cold.

He suddenly replied Xiao Letian in English, "Of course we have the drive, but our Foreign Legion is even more clear that if we want to make people respect us, we don't rely on our mouths but our actions. If we don't have the ability, we can meet on the training grounds, on the battlefield …"

Xiao Letian was startled, he never thought that Yepingtai's English would actually improve so much, although he was a little stuttering and his accent was not accurate, but his meaning was very clear.

At this time, Bing Tai Lang also spoke up. "Father, I want to go to Europe, I want to personally see what the modern war looks like, but I won't go through the back door. I will use my own abilities to fight for this opportunity …"

"What are you guys talking about?" The two of them chimed in, giving Luo Huo and the others a huge slap in the face. Who dares to be so talkative? Who went through the back door again? When did you beat us in the training field? "Even if it's learning foreign languages, you guys are still not your match …"

When Xiao Letian saw that the two parties were about to start arguing, he quickly waved his hands to stop them, "Why are you talking so much nonsense? "I've seen your results in the training ground, and I've also seen your courage in battle. I'll only stay there for three days, and during these three days, I'll only take cultural exams, arithmetic, natural sciences, and foreign languages. I'll take three tests, and whoever gets the highest score will get the best points."