"Brother, what did you say to those four foreign devils? Why are they so happy that they are grinning from ear to ear, as if they have taken advantage of them." Gui Youguang was a little confused after dinner.
Zuo Zhong and the four consuls were sitting far away just now. The others didn't know what they were talking about. They only saw the four consuls take the initiative to hug Zuo Zhong after the dinner.
Zuo Zhong didn't answer. He sighed in his heart that these consuls were such damn geniuses that they had managed such a big thing. They were worthy of being the best troublemakers of old-style imperialism.
As for what they said about cooperating with each other, Zuo Zhong certainly had no objection and would not take it too seriously. Cooperation was based on the premise of consistent interests, but he would be a fool to believe them 100%.
Therefore, they must submit a petition. As long as everyone gets on the same boat, there is no fear of them crossing the river and burning the bridge. Zuo Zhong thought of the conversation just now and showed a mysterious smile.
"Four consuls, there is no problem in your cooperation, but we also have conditions."
"Oh? Please speak up, Mr. Masked Man, if we can."
"Please detonate some dangerous objects in the embassy area, preferably on Japanese territory."
"this........"
"This is also to realize our plan as soon as possible. What do you think?"
The consuls of the four countries finally agreed. After all, it was the Japanese who were bombing, and they had no psychological barriers. The more powerful the bombing, the greater the pressure on the Japanese.
Zuo Zhong took out his mobile phone from his pocket and clicked on a recording, which clearly recorded their conversation. Multiple amulets are also good.
That night, several explosions occurred in the embassy area, one in front of the Japanese bookstore and one in front of the Japanese trading house. The city of Beiping suddenly became turbulent, and no one dared to go to the entrance of the Liuguo Hotel to watch the excitement.
There was also a quarrel in Japan at this time. At the imperial meeting of the Japanese Emperor, several departments began to pass the blame for the Rokukoku Hotel incident.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs felt that it was the Kwantung Army's own initiative that caused such serious consequences, and the military should be held responsible for this matter.
The Army Ministry stated that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' work was not good enough, which caused the situation to get out of control. The Kwantung Army rescued the hostages in a normal manner. Not only did it have no fault but it had merit.
Showa was dizzy after hearing this. There was nothing wrong with what both parties said. However, out of wariness of the military's overexpansion of power, Showa decided to give the Ministry of War a beating.
"Issues related to the current situation always arise from the military department, especially the Ministry of War. If you let your subordinates lead the way, wouldn't it mean that the subordinates will overwhelm the superiors?" Showa said unhappily.
Now the people at the Ministry of War did not dare to speak anymore and could only kneel down and apologize. The people at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs felt as if they had won a big victory and were very proud.
"The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will properly negotiate the compensation proposed by the consuls of the four countries of Britain, France, Germany and the United States and the shares of the Six Nations Hotel to prevent further troubles."
Showa then looked at the Ministry of War: "The Kwantung Army sent people to the Rokukoku Hotel to apologize and promised, but without losing the national integrity. The relationship between the empire and the great powers is now very important."
Showa did not care about the Kwantung Army's massacre in Northeast China, but it would not be enough if it affected Japan's international image. After all, Japan also needed economic help and support from various countries at this time.
Showa knew the reason for the huge reaction from European and American society. It could not only make Japan withdraw from trade with red giant bears, but also increase capital investment in Japan.
"A man is a man of shame and humiliation. The empire must prepare for war with China with all its strength. Please be patient. When the empire takes over China and recuperates, it will be the final battle against the evil beasts of Europe and the United States."
"Hiyi."
Soon the decision of the imperial council was implemented. After discussion, the Ministry of War and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs decided to jointly resolve the crisis. However, the emperor said that he had to apologize again without losing the dignity of the country. What should we do?
After all, the people from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs were smart and put forward a suggestion. After hearing it, the Ministry of War expressed their appreciation. These non-nationals are really cunning.
After Japanese Consul Toyama Nakaharu received the cable from Tokyo, he breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, he was not sent out as a scapegoat, but he felt sorry for Kosuke Komura.
He handed the message to Kosuke Komura: "Takamura-kun, I hope you will not disappoint His Majesty's expectations, please."
After reading this, Kosuke Komura's face turned pale and he nodded dully. He knew that he could only accept this result, and he had to obey orders for the sake of his family in Japan.
Toyama Nakaji patted him on the shoulder and answered Bailongdu's call: "Consul Bailongdu, we will compensate the Liuguo Hotel for this incident and withdraw from the board of directors of the Liuguo Hotel."
At this point, he paused, maybe these European and American ghosts will give up asking Japan to apologize. After all, their goal has been achieved, and there is no need to create extraneous matters.
Bai Longdu really wanted to just agree, but the explosion last night had put him on the pirate ship. He immediately reminded: "You also have to apologize for the tragedy that happened in the Northeast, and at the same time promise not to torture civilians and prisoners."
"Alas." Toyama Nakaji said disappointedly: "Yes, we will meet the robbers' conditions. Please come to the entrance of the Six Nations Hotel before ten o'clock in the morning as a witness for this time."
"Of course there is no problem. As long as this matter is over, Britain, France and Germany will continue to support you." Bai Longdu spoke sincerely.
After cutting off the phone, Bai Longdu immediately called his confidant: "Go and tell the masked man that Japan has agreed to the conditions and will apologize at ten o'clock in the morning to make them abide by their promise."
"The Japanese are going to kneel down and apologize!"
The city of Peiping was shocked by this news. Since the Sino-Japanese War, the Japanese have always been the victors. They have done so many bad things in China, but this time they have to apologize to the Chinese!
The citizens endured their fear and rushed into the embassy area again with their children and the elderly in tow. This kind of scene is really rare and it would be a pity to miss it.
At ten o'clock in the morning, the consuls of Britain, France, Germany, and Japan and many reporters arrived at the entrance of the Six Nations Hotel. Zuo Zhong, who had received the news, had been waiting here for a long time.
"Mr. Masked Man, the Japanese side will definitely meet your demands. Will you release the hostages as promised?" Bai Longdu didn't mention that he would be captured without mercy. He didn't want to leave his personal identification.
Zuo Zhong had no reason to go back on his words: "Of course, we keep our word. As long as the Japanese fulfill our demands, we will release all the hostages within twenty-four hours."
Bai Longdu nodded to Yuanshan Zhongzhi: "Consul Yuanshan, this matter will be notarized by our four countries. You two can start."
Toyama Nakaharu nodded with a dark face. Under the spotlight, Kosuke Komura walked out in military uniform and walked towards Zuo Zhong.
Zuo Zhong raised his eyebrows, wondering what tricks the Japanese were trying to play. Shouldn't the apology come from the Japanese consul? Why did a low-level officer come?
Kosuke Komura knelt down happily: "On behalf of the Kwantung Army, I apologize to you and promise to treat Northeast civilians and prisoners humanely."
Zuo Zhong watched expressionlessly. He knew that this apology and promise were of no use, but at least it gave an explanation to the innocent victims. If he wanted to defeat the Japanese, he still had to rely on his performance on the battlefield.
After Kosuke Komura finished speaking, he took off his shoes, knelt down on the ground again, opened his shirt, and pulled out his wakizashi. It looked like he was going to commit seppuku.
"Sign in randomly to get system space +1."
Zuo Zhong ignored the sudden appearance of the system. He watched with cold eyes as Kosuke Komura slowly stabbed the knife into his abdomen. The Japanese were trying to be clever. They randomly found a soldier to apologize and then committed suicide, which saved some face.
The scapegoat, Kosuke Komura, grabbed the ground with his head, and two Japanese consulate staff came to carry him away. Zuo Shige did not stop him, and it was useless for him to kill him.
The surrounding people watched the masked man force a Japanese to death and let out deafening cheers. The reporters remained silent from beginning to end, nervously filming everything at the scene.
"Mr. Masked Man, let's say goodbye first, and please release the hostages as soon as possible." Bai Longdu ran away with his three younger brothers. They are now going to negotiate compensation and shares with Japanese capital.
The twenty-four-hour release of the hostages was also negotiated between the consuls and Zuo Zhong. Only when compensation and shares are negotiated can this incident be truly over.
Zuo Chong returned to the hotel and announced to his excited men: "We succeeded!"
"Long live!" The agents hugged each other. They didn't expect the section chief to actually do it. This was really a relief.
He Yijun walked up to Zuo Zhong and hugged him gently. Those innocent victims in the Northeast also included her parents. She really admired this man.
Zuo Zhong touched her hair without saying a word, and then walked to the hostages. The hostages had complicated emotions at this time, both happy to escape danger and sad to leave.
After all, the robbers had respected them for such a long time. Apart from their freedom, they had not lost anything. Instead, they had experienced a thrilling drama.
"Don't be so unhappy, everyone. Don't forget that I am the robber and you are the hostages, hahaha." Zuo Zhong felt that the atmosphere was a bit solemn and made a joke.
The hostages smiled. They were probably the luckiest hostages in the world. After all, no robber would hold a birthday dinner for the hostage.
The little girl Imma looked at Zuo Zhong with tears in her eyes: "Mr. Robber, thank you for your birthday gift. I will keep it well."
Zuo Zhong smiled and nodded, hoping that everything would go well for this cute little girl. After all, Europe would become a mess in a few years, but he would not remind her of anything.
"Let's have a last party. Take out all the good wine in the wine cellar and treat it as compensation from the hotel." Zuo Zhong raised his hands.
The hostages also raised their hands in excitement. This adventure ended with a carnival. It was a great idea. Everyone got ready happily.
Zuo Shige quietly walked to a room upstairs where Ryosuke Hase hid after the Japanese attack.
Zuo Zhong said to him: "Do you know what to say?"
Hase Ryosuke patted his chest and assured: "Of course I know. When the Kwantung Army sent people to rescue me, I took advantage of the chaos and hid, and I didn't come out until you left." Then he wondered: "But how did you leave?"
Zuo Zhong smiled: "It's nothing. I have memorized the radio frequency band, communication time and code book I gave you. You don't want me to go to the special high school to contact you."
Hase Ryosuke said speechlessly: "I am also a professional intelligence officer, don't worry."
Zuo Zhong pretended not to hear and continued: "Your code name is Daxiong, and mine is Fat Tiger."
Hase Ryosuke: ........I always feel a little strange.
