the next day,
The Lyceum Theater was renovated and its capacity was greatly reduced.
turn out! "Prime Minister" has become very popular in major newspapers and magazines, and a lot of discussions have taken place.
These discussions are directed at Downing Street, Whitehall, and the Palace of Westminster.
No one would have imagined that at the end of 1900, when the budget for the coming year was ready (and the spoils were divided), such a blockbuster movie would suddenly come out, pushing the relationship between politicians and officeholders to the forefront, and plunge them into a In the midst of public discussion.
…
Palace of Westminster.
Churchill and Wodehouse walked towards the office.
There are various discussions around,
"I think Robert will have a hard time this time~"
"The citizens of London are looking through the fog and really think that the Prime Minister is a fool. The reason for not reducing the number of battleships is because of pressure from the stewards and the Royal Navy. This must have made the Prime Minister very angry."
"Either you admit that you are stupid or you admit that your policies are problematic, it will make anyone angry."
"Ha ha……"
"Shh, keep your voice down!"
…
There are those who laugh at it,
Some people are angry,
There are some who are watching with cold eyes.
because of! With the popularity of "Prime Minister", people will inevitably replace Robert Gascoigne-Cecil as Jim Harker.
How could the great British Empire be left to such a person to govern?
What a joke!
As a result, except for a few Conservative Party mouthpieces, all major media began to discuss the British government system.
In the end, "The Times" could no longer pretend to be dead and say a few words indifferently.
Wodehouse said with a smile: "I didn't expect that Mr. Lu actually gave us a big gift. I'm afraid the cabinet is very busy now... Hahaha, I can't help but laugh when I think of what happened yesterday. .”
"Yesterday's incident" refers to Cecil's collision with the Queen and being forced to toast Lu Shi.
If this incident spreads, Cecil will definitely be disgraced.
Churchill sighed,
"Robert got carried away."
Because Churchill is still a Conservative, he calls Cecil "Robert".
The two chatted all the way to the door of Wodehouse's office.
They pushed open the door and entered.
This office is more than five times more spacious than Churchill's office. Ornamental green plants are decorated everywhere. In addition to a large desk, the furniture also includes sofas, wine cabinets, armchairs, and even a cigar cabinet in the corner.
Churchill was not polite and took a few cigars and put them in a small box he carried with him.
Then, he moved a chair and sat down, spreading the newspapers under his arm on the table one after another, reading at the same time while being distracted.
Wodehouse glanced at the newspapers;
"When did you start reading the Financial Times?"
Churchill said: "Just a few days ago. The Financial Times is very professional and may become the favorite reading book of those who control this country in the future. So, if possible, it is better to get in touch with it as soon as possible."
Wodehouse laughed;
"The people who control this country? You mean those big entrepreneurs and big financiers?"
Churchill laughed too,
"No, I'm talking about the simple, kind, determined and brave citizens of the British Empire. Don't forget, we are a democratically elected country."
Wodehouse bowed teasingly and said: "Yes! Prime Minister."
Churchill responded: "What a pity you are not Humphrey."
The two looked at each other and smiled.
After a while, Churchill finished reading today's newspaper, put it aside casually, and said: "Well, the Manchester Guardian almost ruined the cabinet, and it just came close to printing 'incompetent' on Robert's bald forehead. this phrase."
Wodehouse spread his hands,
"As you just said, we are a democratically elected country, and citizens can even enter the House of Commons to watch your passionate speech. In this context of democratization of politics, the people's willingness to participate is high, and the Prime Minister will inevitably be criticized~"
Churchill rolled his eyes at the other party,
"What you said...what a 'passionate speech', why does it sound so much like a show!?"
It is.
Wodehouse didn't even bother to complain about the other party.
Churchill showed a deceitful expression,
"The secretariat group that was highlighted in "Yes! Prime Minister" does not participate in what you call 'national politics.'"
Wodehouse tapped the opponent with his right hand,
"What you said is politically incorrect."
"Ha ha!"
"Ha ha!"
The two laughed heartily again.
In the eyes of political elites like them, it is better to hope that the people will not be confused than to hope that Jesus will be resurrected. The latter is much more reliable than the former.
Wodehouse said: "You know, there seems to be some discord between Erwin and the Prime Minister."
Churchill looked stunned.
"Why didn't I hear about it?"
Wodehouse shrugged;
"Winston, you are almost becoming a traitor to the Conservative Party now. How could someone tell you such a secret?"
Churchill was speechless, thinking that Wodehouse was still a Liberal Party member~
He asked: "Is it Erwin who wants to trick the budget and settle the accounts?"
Wodehouse nodded,
"It'll be revealed in just one point!"
Churchill touched his chin and thought,
The people in the Royal Navy are all so fat-headed that no one will believe them if they say they haven’t eaten anything in their mouths or held it in their hands.
Now because of "Yes!" Prime Minister", citizens are very concerned about the naval expenditure, which puts great pressure on the cabinet. All problems must be solved as soon as possible, so Erwin is ready to take this opportunity to eliminate those previous matters.
I didn't expect that a satirical drama could cause such a storm.
"Tsk..."
Churchill was speechless.
Wodehouse on the side said: "I don't know what Erwin is thinking. Are you really afraid that Cecil will cut him?"
Churchill shook his head,
"No. Don't forget, the interests of South Africa are something that the Conservative Party will never give up. Robert is still counting on the navy to work hard to fight~ What's more, there is Germany in Europe. Robert can't do anything that will kill the fish, but only You can knock out your teeth and swallow it in your stomach.”
Wodehouse sneered,
"Since you can't cut off the strength of a strong man, then the finance minister should just wait to resign."
Churchill lamented,
Chancellor resigns?
When the time comes, I'm afraid the entire cabinet will be buried with him.
This is the rhythm that will blow the roof off the Conservative Party.
Of course, this matter needs to be discussed in a long-term and gradual manner. It will not be possible to take action within a month or two.
If trouble occurs again during this period,
For example,
Britain suddenly won the Anglo-Boer War,
Germany suddenly had a brain attack and started a world war.
The queen suddenly drove westward,
…
If a similar situation occurs, it will be difficult to talk about it.
But in any case, everything is moving in a direction favorable to the Liberal Party.
Wodehouse looked satisfied,
"I didn't expect that Professor Lu would be so capable and create such a big whirlpool with just one drama."
Churchill said: ""Yes! Prime Minister" is just an inducement. The main reason is that Erwin and Robert cannot urinate in the same pot. The result of hard urination is what it is now. Suddenly disturbed by external factors, Erwin swallowed Robert's shoe. .”
This amazing metaphor...
Wodehouse tried to imagine it, and suddenly felt that the picture was so beautiful.
He shook his head to clear the absurd picture from his mind, and then said: "Lu Shi said before that he wanted to set up a polling agency in LSE. We will provide the money. The Liberal Party has always kept its promise."
Churchill nodded,
In fact, he felt that Lu Shi's polls were better than those of "Yes!" Prime Minister" is even more powerful as a killer.
He didn't know where this feeling came from.
"Maybe I'm too sensitive..."
Churchill spoke to himself in a voice that only he could hear.
