C241 Xiao Letians 300 Brave Warriors (1/2)

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 … ”