The atmosphere fell silent for a short time, and the officials outside the lobby were whispering and talking. Even the three countries, Britain, France and the United States, who were watching, also turned their attention to Xiao Hexin.
Especially the French Minister Goldmire, who said nonchalantly from the sidelines, "A bullet for a Mauser rifle? It's really a good gun. Now you can't even buy it in the gun market in Paris. I didn't expect Ryukyu to be able to get the right to sell it." ? It is indeed a friendship that cost us our lives in Austria..."
The meaning of these words is too obvious. Although France and Russia have never dealt with each other, the Crimean War was thirteen years ago after all, and the conflict between Xiao Letian and France is just around the corner. The two evils are competing against each other. Whichever is easier, the French naturally have this awareness as well.
Goldmire's circumstantial evidence is very important. What he said is also a fact. Originally, the Mauser rifle was a weapon that Prussia was currently strictly prohibited from exporting. At least before the Franco-Prussian War, this excellent rifle would not be available for export.
But Ryukyu is an exception. On the one hand, the two sides have a relationship that is close to an alliance. On the other hand, the Sino-German Foundation is using funds to support the upgrade and design of Mauser rifles, and even holds Mauser shares through cross-share swaps. stock.
Because of the unremitting efforts of Xiao Letian and the European Wing King, there are no restrictions on the sales of Mauser rifles to Ryukyu, and Ryukyu's arsenal can now produce Mauser custom-loaded bullets in small quantities. Within two years Even Ryukyu can produce Mauser complete guns.
Okay, even if this chain of evidence is barely closed, bullets for Mauser rifles were found on the battlefield of Sandaogou, and only Ryukyu in Asia can get this kind of rifle, so it is obvious that Ryukyu will not be able to escape this war. Relationship.
The seemingly perfect chain of evidence can not only explain why more than a thousand Russian defenders in Sandaogou were wiped out, but also name the true identity of the mastermind behind the scenes. Everyone's eyes are on Xiao Hexin. They want to see How on earth is Xiao Letian's special envoy going to break through?
Xiao Hexin looked at the bullets with a sullen expression. He secretly scolded Mr. Long for not cleaning the battlefield thoroughly. The regulations of the Marine Corps were clearly written. As long as there is no danger, strict battlefield cleaning must be carried out after a battle.
There are many ways for Xiao Letian to spend money. Even though one or two copper bullet casings are worthless, a little adds up to a pile of sand. The habit of thrift must be developed, and all reusable things on the battlefield must be completely recycled.
You have to save money to blow up warships in the future! If you don’t know how to save a small amount of money, what should you do if you end up with a loss when you spend a lot of money in the future? These are the basic regulations that have been emphasized many times. How does Xiang Shaolong lead his troops?
Besides, confidentiality is the first priority in the early stages of the Far East operation. Do we need to repeat this again?
In fact, Xiao Hexin was a little wronged by Lord Long. Of course, the Marines can strictly enforce military orders, but don't forget that there are so many samurai serving as servants! In addition, it snowed before the war, so it was normal for bullet casings to be missed occasionally.
Xiao Hexin shook his head and said with a smile, "Is this what you call evidence? Are you going to use these broken bullet casings to accuse us of starting a war? This is really an excuse to accuse us! Hahaha... If you have any other evidence, just take it with us." Come out, otherwise I will not admit these physical evidences!"
The arrogant laughter made Ulan Geli completely lose his mind. "You are simply a scoundrel. How can a person like you be a diplomat? You Chinese are all shameless pigs... The evidence is all before you. How can you be a diplomat?" Still don’t admit it? God will punish you..."
When the American Minister Hua Ruohan saw Wu Langeli's pulsing veins on his forehead, he sighed in his heart, "Hey... this stupid bear has fallen into the trap. Sure enough, he has fallen into the trap..."
Turning around to look at the British minister, Ai Liguo found that there was also an instant understanding in his eyes.
The old diplomat would never be swayed by anger. Others heard this scolding battle as lively, but the two of them heard it well.
First of all, Ulan Geli's face has been exposed. Veins are popping up on his forehead and neck, beads of sweat are oozing from his temples, his eyes are red and bloodshot, and his fists are clenched and shaking unconsciously. This shows that Ulan Geli has been Anger takes over.
As for Xiao Hexin, although he also acted very angry, he spoke coherently, and the hand holding the crutch was still very steady, especially the feet hidden under the table, which were placed flat on the ground, indicating that his heart had always been stable.
Sigh... The two old diplomats sighed in their hearts. They had guessed Xiao Hexin's strategy, which was to use this rogue method to force out all the evidence in Ulan Geli's hands, so that he would be defeated in the first confrontation. Use up all ammo.
"You want evidence! Aren't these evidences? You Chinese are shameless, so shameless..." After saying that, he threw the thick pile of documents in his briefcase on the table with a snap.
"The confessions of more than 300 residents of Sandaogou are here. These are all confessions of you Chinese people. They have names and fingerprints. Everyone in them identifies you Ryukyu as the murderer... Now that we have all the witnesses and physical evidence, what else do you think? Deny it?"
"Don't be embarrassed. Now you are facing diplomats from four European countries. Playing tricks will only prove your guilty conscience... Yes, this is the three hundred taels of silver here!"
Xiao Hexin stared at Ulan Geli and looked at his angry expression. He estimated that this bear had no more good cards to follow, so the sophistry was now.
All the Chinese people in the Prime Minister's Yamen were sweating for Xiao Hexin. Prince Gong and Prince Chun had forgotten to put down the bowls of tea they had been holding in their hands. Now the tea was already cold and they didn't even know it.
Outside, Zhang Jing, the clerk's office, the handyman and others had beads of sweat on their palms and foreheads nervously. If it weren't for the fact that this was the Prime Minister's Yamen, they would probably have shouted slogans to cheer Xiao Hexin.
Can't be soft! Don't be embarrassed! Mr. Xiao, you have to hold on!
There was a bang, and Xiao Hexin jumped up. "Ulan Geli, you said there are witnesses, so let me ask you, where are these three hundred witnesses now? Just having this kind of waste paper is not enough. Tell me where the witnesses are. I will It doesn’t take much, just bring me a hundred people who can match these papers!”
"Without a fair third-party on-site review, I know if you wrote these scraps of paper yourself? What if you tortured yourself to force a confession? In that case, these scraps of paper will have no legal effect!"
"I want a living witness, I don't want Sanbai, I will admit it if you bring me a hundred!"
Ulan Geli was stunned for a moment, "The witness...the witness is still thousands of miles away in the Far East. I...I haven't brought him here now. The time is too short!"
Xiao Hexin suddenly took out the cane given to him by Prince Carl and banged it on the table. "Didn't you bring it over? I think he is dead! You want evidence, then I will give you evidence... Come here." , bring our witnesses!”
