C2253 The Prime Minister with a falling out face (2/2)

How could a prime minister be so rude? Don't forget that this is the first time in the history of mankind that a diplomatic mission at the summit of the East and West has taken place. Can't you consider the question of face in the history books?

A few of the members of the Tory Party also expressed their dissatisfaction, some even directly spoke out, ”You can ignore Xiao Letian, but please maintain the demeanor that a gentleman should have, even if you don't have any demeanor anymore, you still have to consider your vote right?”

There were already voices of doubt within the Tory Party, not to mention the Liberal Party, political enemies were naturally looking for trouble.

Some of the nobles who had dealings with Xiao Letian felt that Benjamin had gone overboard. However, they did not know that after Xiao Letian's words were out, Gladstone had already started to exert pressure on him.

Benjamin would never forget that moment of humiliation. Even though it was clearly his own cabinet Minister of Finance, he actually doubted his own diplomatic strategy in front of him.

Furthermore, his words were extremely sharp, directly requesting for Benjamin and Xiao Letian to start the negotiations.

”Respected Prime Minister, this is not how you do foreign affairs, even if Xiao Letian is a warlord, we still have a precedent of negotiating with warlords …”

”If you're afraid of him, then I can help you start the negotiations. But if this continues, I'm afraid the consequences will seriously affect the Empire's prestige …”

”I hope the Prime Minister will consider it carefully. If this matter ends up causing a serious diplomatic dispute, then I will issue a proposal for impeachment to the Council. By then, I'm afraid you will have to personally explain it to the Council!”

Gladstone did not give any face to the Prime Minister, turned around and left after throwing down his words.

Benjamin's debating skills were not as good as Gladstone's. Adding to that, his actions this time were not as strict as usual, so Minister of Finance's face suddenly flushed red.

When Gladstone left the Downing Street, he sat behind the carriage window and muttered to himself while looking in the direction of the East Palace.

”Xiao Letian, you won't let me help you, but you want me to find a way to anger Benjamin? What are you trying to do? Is there really no mistake? ”

”I'm really curious, if you can successfully break through Benjamin's tight defense this time, then I'll truly admire your ability!”

”Only then will I truly let you be an equal partner that I can work with. Don't disappoint me!”

Gladstone left the Downing Street with misgivings. His provocation worked, everyone knew that Benjamin was stubborn and aggressive, how could he accept the provocation from the Chinese and the threat from the Liberal Party.

”This bunch of Liberal Party disciples really have no idea about the big picture. In order to overthrow me, they actually used these Chinese people as an example? Not considering the interests of the Empire at all? Do not think that I will give in so easily. Xiao Letian, the more fiercely you resist, the more I feel that you are a threat! ”

”Men, rule over Gordon! Let him quickly negotiate with the Tongzhi Emperor! I want a positive response within three days! As long as we can stabilize Emperor Tongzhi, even if he dies here, the world will not fall into chaos! ”