C2188 A noisy morning (2/2)
On one hand, the countless editors were rejoicing, and on the other hand, they were thumping their chests. They were thanking Xiao Letian for the explosive news, but also blaming him for giving them too much.
No matter how delicious the dishes were, they couldn't be stuffed down with just a single meal! What a waste! If they could report these hot spots one by one, the financial benefits to the newspapers would be at least a hundred times more than what they had now.
However, all the editors were well aware that the bombardment was too powerful. Since 1869, when the Chinese were officially on the stage, all the news from Europe had to give way. All eyes in Europe were focused on these Chinese.
No one was paying attention to the Spanish heir crisis, the conflict between Prussia and France had been forgotten, the Italian independence movement had been taken care of, and the American aggression against Mexico had been ignored.
The focus of the world was all on London, so the focus of London was all on these Chinese. The reputation of the Tongzhi Emperor and the leader of the Chinese people could already be described as extremely famous.
The streets were filled with people talking animatedly. They didn't even have the time to eat breakfast as they were already standing in front of their doors while reading their newspapers.
”God, it's incredible! The Emperor of China actually took the initiative to bow to the Queen. Was this still the closed empire? People used to say that they were as stubborn as stone... ”
”Look, look at Eastern Führer's counterattack, it's so beautiful! Who would have thought that these desert barbarians would eat human flesh, they are simply insane …”
”The Führer is right. Although humans have the right to enjoy all living things in nature, eating a species alive to the point of extinction is a violation of the true meaning of God's love. It seems that Eastern philosophy followed the law of mediocrity and balance. It seems to make a lot of sense now …”
”Dear... Come and take a look! China's warships will be open for inspection the day after tomorrow. From that day onwards, 500 citizens will be allowed on board the ship every day, all the way until the Chinese leave! ”
”That won't do, I'll be going to the tower bridge to ask around, at that time there will definitely be a lot of people, I must make an appointment in advance …”
On the main street in the early morning, Gladstone woke up early and took a horse carriage to the Downing Street to prepare to have breakfast with a few other councilors that she was close to and discuss about the government affairs.
He had seen everything on the street, and in the carriage were all the newspapers of the day. The shocking headlines caught his eye.
”What a demon that knows everything about human nature! What kind of head did this Xiao Letian have? These newspapers are so enthusiastic about reporting on the Chinese that they must have added fuel to the fire! ”
”This guy is too famous, even the kings of Europe are not as famous as him, there are so many people in City of London who like him, this is a formless power!”
”If he can become a vassal of the British Empire, it would be great. The distant East has such a powerful ally that can protect the interests of the British Empire, how much of a saving would we have for the army!”
”No, I must tie the reins to this strong horse! Housekeeper... Change your schedule, cancel your breakfast, and take me to Buckingham Palace. I want to see His Royal Highness the Prince! ”