The people of this era were all afraid of foreigners. In other words, they could not stand up straight in front of Sir Yang.
After a series of wars such as the Opium War, the Jiawu War, and the invasion of China by the Eight-Power Alliance, the Chinese people who were beaten up by the foreigners had their backs broken.
This also made many Chinese people fear the Westerners psychologically. They even thought that Chinese people were born on a higher level than Westerners. Even those in power in the Beiyang government did not dare to oppose the foreigners, let alone the ordinary people. This also allowed the foreigners to do evil and tyrannize in the country.
If the Tang people wanted to stand up and straighten their backs again, they would have to win the war. Moreover, it wasn't just one or two victories, but continuous victories. This way, it was possible for the Chinese to regain their confidence.
If the US side expressed their support for Feng Linge to be the Fengtian Military Governor, Yuan Datou would have to consider it carefully. Even if the Japanese expressed their support for Zhang Yuting, it would only put both sides on the same starting line.
"Your Excellency, thank you so much. I believe that the US government will definitely not lose out by supporting my father. You'll soon know that this is definitely a profitable deal!”Feng Ping's face was full of smiles.
The Americans were very realistic. They would never do anything that did not benefit them.
"Mr. Feng, I hope so." Rui Enshi nodded.
"Minister, you know that the Japanese have always been eyeing the northeast. Over the years, in addition to gradually invading the northeast, they had also actively searched for agents in the northeast. Zhang Yuting was the representative chosen by the Japanese. Once Zhang Yuting was in charge of Fengtian Province, it would undoubtedly be a victory for the Japanese. The Japanese could totally support Zhang Yuting and slowly occupy the entire northeast. At that time, the Japanese would be able to make use of the rich resources in the northeast and develop rapidly again.”Feng Ping continued.
Rui Enshi's expression was solemn. This was also what the US government was worried about.
The current Japan had many disadvantages. Even if it posed a threat to the US, the threat was limited. However, if the Japanese controlled the Northeast, then their lack of resources would be made up for. This would undoubtedly become a huge threat to the United States.
"Ever since the Meiji Restoration, Japan's development has entered a fast track. They have completely westernized and actively learned advanced technology from the West, allowing them to establish a strong industry. Furthermore, the Japanese had been actively expanding, defeating the Tang Empire and Russia through the 1894 - 1895 War and then the war against Russia, becoming a publicly recognized superpower. From this, it could be seen that the Japanese had already embarked on a path of expansion. This wasn't just a huge threat to the government. It was also a serious threat to the United States. Unless the US could give up its interests in the Pacific Ocean.”Feng Ping began to explain his point of view.
Feng Ping hoped to gain more support from the Americans, not only in terms of politics, but also in terms of substance.
The current America could be said to be rich and overbearing. If they could swindle some aid or loans from the United States, it would greatly benefit their industrial development in the northeast in the future.
Therefore, they had to let the Americans understand the threat of the Japanese and the need to cooperate with the Feng father and son.
"Yes, we should be wary of the Japanese's expansion.”Rui Enshi also agreed.
It was impossible for the United States to give up its interests in the Pacific Ocean. Even after America became America, the Pacific Ocean had become the focus of development for the Americans. How could they possibly give up on the interests of the Pacific Ocean?
The expansion of the Japanese in the Pacific Ocean also worried the US government.
In the Hawaiian Islands, the Japanese had become the third largest race after the indigenous people and the Chinese. In Southeast Asia, the Japanese were also migrating. Even in South America, the Japanese were also migrating wantonly.
If they couldn't stop the Japanese from expanding, they would pose a serious threat to the US sooner or later.
"Minister, we are on the same side in dealing with the threat from the Japanese. Therefore, I think we should join forces.”Feng Ping continued.
"Mr. Feng, isn't it too early to talk about an alliance?”Rui Enshi raised his eyebrows.
Feng Ping smiled. He knew what Rui Enshi was thinking.
Right now, the Feng father and son were at most a local duke. On the other hand, the US was a world-class power. Wouldn't it be a joke for a local vassal of a backward country to want to unite with a world-class power?
"Your Excellency, our current strength is indeed very weak. However, please believe that our strength will soon grow even stronger. Once my father takes control of Fengtian Province, he will immediately expand to the other two provinces in the northeast and take control of the entire northeast in the shortest time possible! "If the situation in the Central Plains changes, we might be able to seize the opportunity to enter the Central Plains and obtain the right to rule this country!”Feng Ping said confidently.
Rui Enshi realized that the ambition of this young man in front of him seemed to be bigger than he had expected!
Even though the Feng father and son were only one of the many warlords in the country. However, they actually had the ambition to take over the entire country.
However, if the Feng father and son could really succeed, it would undoubtedly be a good thing for the United States.
After all, a pro-US and anti-Japanese faction would undoubtedly be able to hold back a large amount of Japanese forces. In this way, the United States would be able to ensure its own interests in the Pacific Ocean with a small amount of strength.
"Mr. Feng, I'm starting to believe that there's room for cooperation between us. As long as you can really control the entire Northeast, or rather, successfully control Fengtian, the US government will definitely provide you with a lot of support!”Rui Enshi promised.
"Alright, Your Excellency, you will soon see the time when we will be in charge of Fengtian and even the entire northeast. I firmly believe that this day won't be too long. It will come very soon!”Feng Ping was overjoyed.
Once they gained the strong support of the Americans, the Feng family and the entire Northeast would be on the fast track of development. At that time, not only would they be able to deal with the threat from the Japanese, but they would also be able to make the country stronger and get rid of the disadvantage of being behind.
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