C2370 The stubborn Gordon (1/2)
Gordon could be considered to be Benjamin's trusted aide, generals like him were only able to grow stronger by relying on the merits of their colonies. They started off with wars and colonies, so naturally, they would be loyal supporters of the colonialist.
To Gordon, Gladstone's excuse to slow down the internal affairs of the colonists was complete nonsense.
Regarding the matter of impeachment by the Prime Minister, Gordon had already made up his mind. If Benjamin lost his power and stepped down, he would immediately apply to the Military Department for a position in Africa or the Middle East. With his qualifications, he could even go to Egypt to become a military officer.
The English politics was like this, rising and falling, changing ranks every five years. Gordon reckoned that after resting in the colony for a few years, the wind in London would change too. Once the colonialist took power again, which of her old friends didn't use him?
When he saw that Gladstone had the upper hand, he immediately felt a strong regret in his heart. If it wasn't for the rain outside and the fact that Tongzhi had also come to the congress, Gordon would have already left.
Due to the fact that the number of people in the Congress was several times more than usual today, the kitchen was not well-prepared for the time being, so it was unable to prepare the most exquisite lunch for the important figures. Other than the Queen, the Prime Minister, and the Head of the Guards, Emperor Tongzhi, who could enjoy the small stove, the rest of the representatives could only enjoy the cold lunch plate for themselves.
The precooked Atlantic shrimps, bread crabs, cheese lobster split in half, creamy mashed potatoes, french fries, fried cod fish, sausage sandwiches... There were many varieties and the taste was fine, but unfortunately, they were all cold and had been prepared in advance.
Gordon came from a noble family, he did not have the bad habit of being pampered in London. He picked up two sandwiches and a few pieces of cod and fish and stood alone outside the window looking at the scenery.
To be honest, leaving the bustling London for a hard colonial job, even if he was the first in command, even if the salary and subsidies were very good, he was still somewhat disappointed.
The councilors present all saw who raised their hands and who didn't. So at this moment, they naturally split into two factions, a large portion of them were supporting Gladstone's council members, and they happily discussed loudly, because they knew very well that their rights would not be a problem for at least the next five years.
As for the members who supported Benjamin, only a small portion of them stayed in the Congress, and more than half of them left early in disappointment. Therefore, in the banquet hall, there were very few who spoke to Gordon, and the window was occupied by him alone.
Just then, a secretary walked over and whispered a few words into Gordon's ear. Gordon's expression changed and directly handed the plate to the secretary, then turned and left.
After walking through the long corridor, he soon arrived at Rest Room, which was in charge of receiving distinguished guests. He took a few deep breaths, knocked on the door thrice, and then pushed it open.
”Dear Count Lalendon, how do you do … ”Hmm?” Just as Gordon said that, he was shocked as if someone had pinched his throat.
The servant closed the door, Gordon stared at Gladstone who was eating steak in front of him, looking carefully at the Rest Room, only then did he realise where the shadow of external phase Lalenden was, and he saw only the two of them in the room.
Gordon said with a low voice with his brows tightly knitted together, ”What happened? Am I lost? ”
”Please sit, Sir Gordon. General Titan, you didn't get lost, did you? I asked someone to come and drink with you? ”
Gordon shook his head: ”I'm sorry, in China, I learned a sentence, different paths do not work together. Our politics are completely different, there doesn't seem to be anything to talk about, much less the need to drink wine … Goodbye! ”
Gordon wanted to turn around and leave, but Gladstone, who was behind him, laughed, ”Haha …. Different political views? Maybe not. Don't tell me you and I both want the Empire to become richer? What I have come to talk to you about is the future policy towards the Qing Empire. Do you really not want to share your views with me? ”