Battle of the Third Reich Chapter 247: Staufenberg and Matsuoka

"I believe that what happened this time is not what the Japanese government wants to see. The head of state is satisfied with the position held by Prime Minister Konoe. At the same time, he asked me to ask the Minister of Foreign Affairs to convey to him the opinion of Konoe. (Guardian) Greetings and thanks from the Prime Minister." After Stauffenberg finished speaking, he took out an envelope from his briefcase.

"This is a personal letter from the head of state, I hope you can forward it to Prime Minister Konoe."

"Hi! This is my honor, Lord Earl." Matsuoka stretched out his hands solemnly, and took the envelope from Stauffenberg.

This attitude of the foreign minister is not only because of his respect for the German head of state, but also because of the count of the German major.

After the Meiji Restoration in Japan, although the ancient government class system was still preserved, it also began to use European titles of nobles to classify the old and new nobles. In Japan, the title of earl is quite noble, and is generally only given to members of the royal family who have seceded from the imperial status. In the old shogunate, they served as ministers of the imperial court or above, or the feudal lord of the middle feudal clan, and established special honors in the Reform Revolution. The hero of the Reformation faction. The princes of the princes above this are completely dependent on seniority and pedigree. They are not the royal family, the public family, or the big names of the feudal vassal.

Matsuoka had also deliberately investigated the identity and background of Major Stauffenberg, and learned that the other party was born in the oldest noble family in Bavaria. Of course, this foreign minister will respect the other party.

Staufenberg is wearing a brand new army dress today, which he customized in a boutique in the French Concession after arriving in Shanghai. Because he took a bv222 seaplane when he rushed to Shanghai, he didn't carry too much personal luggage. The only army dress of the earl was accidentally forgotten by his Vietnamese servants in his dormitory in Hanoi. After the count transferred to the German headquarters in Hanoi, he hired a Vietnamese servant there to take care of his daily life. This is very common here in French Indochina. Almost everyone in the French colonial army employs a group of Annan servants in their homes.

Staufenberg is not the kind of poor European aristocrat who has lost his family business. He never worries about economic problems. The price of customized clothing in French Concession fashion stores is not cheap. From regular clothes to dresses, all require the best Good fabrics, and specified tailors with the best skills to make them. As a result, Piaget customized five sets in one go.

Now Stauffenberg’s shoulders have been worn with the rank of major twisted with silver thread. At the same time, his loyalty to the head of the empire has also been raised to the culmination. In order to complete the task assigned to him by the head of state, he can Don't hesitate to contribute everything you have.

"Regarding the transfer of criminals" Matsuoka passed the envelope to the secretary behind him, and then took a thick file from the other's hand.

"We still have some questions to clarify." Matsuoka put the folder on the dining table.

"These people on the list are indeed detained at the headquarters of the Japanese Gendarmerie in Shanghai, but several of them can already be confirmed to be red elements. The gendarmerie obtained a confession recognized by them. In view of the fact that Japan and Dokichi previously The anti-communist international agreement signed," Matsuoka said, pointing to the cover page of the folder.

"That agreement has in fact automatically expired. My memory is correct, right? Mr. Foreign Secretary." Stauffenberg raised his hand and stopped Matsuoka.

As a Japanese-German anti-communist agreement signed against the Soviet Union, it clearly stated that neither of the contracting parties shall sign any political treaty with the Soviet Union alone, but only three years later this article was torn up by Hitler, Germany Signed the "Soviet-German Non-Aggression Treaty" with the Soviet Union, leaving Japan alone on the kang's head, because this incident also triggered the resignation of the then Hiranuma Cabinet Chief.

"Yes, your memory is indeed correct, but in my personal opinion, the interests of both the Great Japanese Empire and the Great Dokoku Empire are similar on many international issues. Perhaps something happened between the two countries before. An unpleasant event, but the Japanese Empire’s friendship towards Dokichi has not changed in the slightest. If you visit Japan this time, I believe you will feel the enthusiasm of the Japanese people from the heart. Therefore, your Excellency, Even if this treaty has expired, in the eyes of the imperial government, the independent country is still the most reliable ally of the Empire of Japan." At this point, Matsuoka Yoyou slightly bowed and lowered his head.

Matsuoka was once a staunch alliance faction. He firmly believed that if Japan wanted to conquer Asia, it had to join hands with Germany, Italy, and even the Soviet Union to unite against the powerful alliance formed by the British and American powers.

However, at this moment, the entire world structure has undergone tremendous changes. The old powers such as Britain and France have been defeated by the powerful Germany, but the current situation facing the Japanese Empire has become even more sinister.

Today, Japan not only faces the threat of the Northern Soviet Union, but also faces the increasing pressure from the United States across the ocean. The army and navy’s coveting of the southern colonies is more likely to incur a terrible counterattack from the new European Union led by Germany. It is the largest and most complex alliance of nations that has emerged in European history after the anti-Napoleon alliance. All the veteran European powers that angered such a group are basically suicidal in Matsuoka.

However, although Matsuoka is the foreign minister, he lacks strong allies in the cabinet. It can be said that it is difficult to speak alone. Perhaps Ken Wei can understand his concerns, but in the face of aggressive army and navy lords, even the prime minister has done so. Powerless.

The army and the navy are fully preparing for the southward plan. This war will break out anyway. Now the only way to save Japan is to establish a military alliance with Germany. As long as Germany nods to Japan's plan to control Asia, then those Asian colonies will no longer be a problem that plagues Japan. Only by gathering the resources of the entire Southeast Asia, can it truly become possible to challenge the US's Pacific maritime power.

In any case, we must form an alliance with the independent country. No matter how difficult or harsh the conditions are, we must find a way to satisfy the other party. This is the policy currently established by Matsuoka for the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Matsuoka already has this kind of consciousness, even if it is misunderstood by the Chinese as a traitor, even if it is assassinated by a certain red deer one day, as long as His Majesty the Emperor and the Prime Minister of Guards can understand their painstaking efforts, he Matsuoka Yoyou willingly smiled on Kudanzaka, blessing the emperor's long-term martial arts.

"I understand. I appreciate your friendly views on the Greater German Empire. This will be very important for the future development of the relations between Germany and Japan. I will attach a special note to the private report to the head of state. I believe he will be very happy about what you have just said." Stauffenberg's right hand flicked across the front of his clothes, and the first-class Iron Cross medal beside the button was as red as blood.

The earl’s words revealed an important message to Matsuoka. He has the power to independently submit reports to the German head of state. In other words, it’s called Jane Zai Dixin. Facing Stauffenberg’s heroic face, Matsuoka’s eyes became more eager~IndoMTL.com~ He immediately made a decision, at all costs, must find a way to catch the opposite line.

"Thank you very much, Your Excellency, as for the people you need on your list." Matsuoka gave a slight pause and pushed the folder to Stauffenberg.

"Please make an appointment here, and I promise to hand them all over to you."

"These are the people named by the Berlin side. I hope that they will not suffer any injuries before they are investigated by the General Security Bureau." Stauffenberg raised his hand and opened the first page, which is an identity On the registration form, there are several black and white photos with paper clips in the corners.

"I can guarantee that all prisoners will be healthy at the time of the transfer. There may be minor injuries, but they will definitely not be fatal." Matsuoka said vowedly.

"I never doubted your promise, Mr. Foreign Minister." Stuffenberg smiled and closed the folder.

"The action on the 76th is almost over now, right." The earl raised his wrist to check the time.

"I have informed Lieutenant Colonel Sifang that he will send someone to report the situation to me at any time." Matsuoka raised his hand, and immediately a captain came forward.

"Our army and the Friendship of the Independent Country have now captured Headquarters No. 76 and are currently engaged in an internal exchange of fire." The captain reported in Japanese.

"Is the resistance received fierce?" Matsuoka was a little surprised.

"Yes, sir. These people are desperadoes. They occupy the negative corner of the main building No. 76 and resist. Now the fighting there is very fierce." The captain nodded and replied.

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