Battle of the Third Reich Chapter 40: Impression

　　"This... my head, what do you mean?"

　　 Weyler asked timidly, he found a dangerous green light in the eyes of the head of the empire, which made the Chief of Staff Your Excellency straighten out.

　　"I don’t know if it’s your memory or my memory, Weierle. I remember you told me about dumplings last month, and we seemed to be talking about China. "

　　 Although Xu Jun still has a smile on his face, Weierle can see from the corner of the German head twitching slightly that he is preparing to become frenzied.

　　 The shrewd Weierle felt a little bit of doubt while panicking. This time he stepped on the tail of the head of state. Weierle had stepped on the little tail of the head of state more than once before, but the head of state had never shown such a blatant violent tendency like this time. Seeing the ferocious dictator baring his teeth and preparing to bite people, Weirle hurriedly embarked on self-rescue action, crying.

　　"My head of state, this...that...as far as I know, all Asians can make dumplings, Chinese...Japanese...Ah, also There are Indians, they seem to pay attention to the enjoyment of taste...Ah, please forgive me, there must be an error in my information..."

　　 Looking at the dazzling bar-shaped weapon in Xu Jun's hand with the only marshal's rod ever in German history, Weierle stammered to distinguish it.

　　"Of course there is a mistake. The food, dumplings, was created by the Chinese, so that is the representative food of China. How can you compare it with Japan..."

　　 Xu Jun paused here suddenly. Looking at Weierle's innocent and startled expression, Xu Jun finally remembered that now is not the 21st century of globalization, but the **** 1940.

　　The Germans in 1940, no, it should be that almost all Europeans knew very little about Asia.

　　 Prior to this, the information they obtained came from the colony’s newspapers and the descriptions of some explorers. Due to deep-rooted and narrow nationalism, most of the materials from that mysterious eastern continent have been deliberately distorted and vilified. What makes people even more ridiculous is that due to the different cultures of the East and the West, most of the data collectors simply cannot understand the essence of Eastern civilization. Many people simply rely on the so-called experience gained from the aborigines of other mainland colonies and European inertia. Thinking interprets and analyzes the information they have obtained, so these data have a considerable gap with the actual situation before they are vilified and distorted.

　　 In the writings of European literati at the time, Asia was often associated with primitive, ancient, barbaric, stupid, evil, etc. derogatory terms. Even Japan, which was classified as a civilized country by Europeans at the time, It's hard to escape this fate. On the other hand, some Europeans also believe that Asians are polite, humble, kind, smart and brave, but this is just the opinion of some Europeans who have been in contact with Asian students. In the eyes of ordinary people, Asians are short and skinny savage guys. The land they live in is far away from them, full of weirdness and mystery as well as opportunity and wealth. However, one thing is generally accepted in either statement. Asia is now very backward and poor.

　　 But no one has ever thought about whether the backwardness and poverty in Asia are directly related to them.

　　 Although after the First World War, the influx of a large number of Asian students and the rapid development of communication methods have shortened the ties between Europe and Asia. However, most Europeans still stubbornly retain the impression of Asians in their minds in the last century. At that time, many Europeans thought that the Chinese still had that weird and ugly braid, and some even thought that Chiang Kai-shek was the current Chinese emperor.

　　In comparison, the Germans are better.

　　 After the First World War, they were bound by the Versailles Regulations and started close exchanges and cooperation with China. Many Chinese soldiers came to Germany to receive military education, and many foreign students went to Germany to learn advanced technology. At the same time, Germany has also dispatched a group of military advisers to China. Compared with the so-called military advisers imported into China from other countries, German advisers are the highest in terms of quality and quantity, even the former general of the German Wehrmacht. The commander, General Hans von Seekert, served as general counsel in China for a period of time.

　　 These exchanges finally gave the Germans some intuitive understanding of China, coupled with the government’s deliberate propaganda about this, unexpectedly caused a China fever in Germany, and it continued until the Sino-German relationship took place. Before that, the turning point of 1938, the Germans even launched donations to the Hankou Red Cross.

　　 Although the honeymoon period of Sino-German cooperation is short, many Germans have planted a good impression of that mysterious country in the hearts of many Germans.

　　 However, Germans still have a common problem with Europeans, that is, they cannot distinguish the subtle differences between Asian countries. They tend to have all the Asian information they know about.

　　 "I think I'm a little excited, I'm sorry, Weierle."

　　 Xu Jun calmed down, and smiled apologetically at Weierle.

　　 "Ah, my head, it doesn't matter. As your chief of staff, it is very unacceptable for you to commit such a common-sense mistake. It is me who should apologize."

　　 Weirler humbly owed Xu Jun, and then went on to say: "However, your Excellency, you are so sensitive to this kind of question, which makes me very curious."

　　 "Well, I'm just very disgusted with the confusion between China and Japan. This is for a very personal reason. I think you understand what I mean."

　　 Xu Jun smiled awkwardly, he felt that he was indeed overreacting in front of him.

　　"Understood, my head of state. I will pay attention to this aspect. It seems that I got the information department to find the relevant materials to make up the lesson. I did not know that the dumplings are unique to China. I am I just remember eating dumplings at a banquet at the Japanese Embassy in Berlin. The taste is still fresh in my memory. Now it seems that I was misled by the Japanese cook."

　　 "It seems so, alas, my dear Weierle, you were deceived by the Japanese." Xu Jun nodded and accepted Weierle's explanation.

　　 "Well, now back to the original topic, how much do you know about the Japanese Empire?"

　　 Xu Jun asked as he rummaged through the pile of files on the desk.

　　 "My head of state, I don't know much about this country."

　　 Weierle straightened his face and replied solemnly.

　　 The previous joke almost caused the most powerful dictator in Europe to leave a few tooth marks on him. Now Weierle feels that he must seriously consider this issue.

　　 "Just tell me what you know now, what impression do you have of this country."

　　 Xu Jun has found the file he was looking for. While looking down at the file, he took out a pen and circled it.

　　 "That is a new maritime country, and the speed of its rise is amazing. To be honest, I have never liked them."

　　 "Oh? Why."

　　 Xu Jun put down the pen and raised his head and asked with a smile.

　　 The chief of staff keenly sensed that the head of state seemed to be satisfied with his answer, he cleared his throat and replied.

　　"That's a feeling, my head of state. From the Japanese officials I met, I felt that this nation has unspeakable ambitions. Especially in their officers, that feeling More intense.

　　 They seem to be very inferior, but sometimes they are very arrogant. In my experience, opponents with this personality are extremely dangerous because they generally have a strong disguise and aggressiveness. The humility and obedience caused by inferiority make them look very harmless. They cleverly hide the tyrannical and destructive side of their character.

　　They are really humble and polite in front of outsiders. This is because they have been trained to obey the superiors and slaves to the strong, and they mechanically act according to the ideas instilled by them.

　　 They are very united and hierarchical. They will voluntarily eliminate any thoughts and theories that would undermine this unity and hierarchy.

　　 The current state of mind of the Japanese, whether it is a belief or an idea, is very intriguing. Belief in this kind of thing, if guided properly, will enable a country and nation to exert a tremendous force beyond human understanding, but if the guidance is wrong, it will bring huge disasters to the country and nation. I believe you can understand what I mean. . "

　　 Weierle finished looking at Xu Jun with profound eyes.

　　 "Well, I understand."

　　 Xu Jun smiled and nodded. Isn't he just looking for an opportunity to click on the status quo of the Nazi Party? He, the leader of the party, would not understand the meaning of this old fox.

　　"As far as I know, the Japanese government is dominated by those prominent soldiers, chaebols and selected elites. It is the dream of every Japanese to expect to vote for the land, because in Japan, the privilege of the superior It’s very big. Every Japanese officer I have seen is an artist who uses their privileges. If they want, they can decide the fate of their subordinates at will, even life and death."

　　 Weierle got excited. He took out his cigarette case and lit a cigarette for himself. This was a privilege Xu Jun gave him.

　　" Their weird sense of inferiority drove them crazy to absorb any kind of advanced knowledge and technology. In this regard, they can be called the best and most obedient students in the world.

　　 Indeed, they are very humble, but the more humble they show, the more fear they make me feel. Because I know they do not sincerely admire you, they are doing this now, just want to get what they need from you.

　　 And if one day they gain power that surpasses you, when they suddenly feel that they don’t need to be humble, and you unfortunately don’t realize this fact, these well-behaved students will not hesitate to find every opportunity to use them All the techniques and methods possessed will knock you down until you step on your feet, mercilessly. "

　　 Xu Jun nodded when he heard the approval.

　　 "That's right, they always do."

　　 Seeing Xu Jun empathize with him, Weirler continued talking excitedly.

　　"They never conceal their greed in front of their interests. They launched the war against China because of this. They advocate extreme violence.

　　Although we also advocate force very much, it is based on basic morality.

　　 And those people are not, they seem to think that force is everything. They ignore the laws of war in any civilized world and abuse violence unscrupulously.

　　 The Nanjing incident is the strongest proof. They slaughtered countless civilians and prisoners of war who laid down their weapons. They even blatantly rushed into the hospital with the Red Cross flag to capture doctors and nurses, **** and kill them. It is simply a group of beasts without military honor.

　　 I mentioned this in front of a Japanese diplomatic attaché. The **** actually lied in front of me. He even said that this was a rumor fabricated by the Chinese government. He also said that the Japanese army is strictly trained fighters. Will do that kind of indecent things.

　　 Damn, I almost wanted to go back to the command to find out the disgusting photos and John Rabe’s secret report and threw it on the bastard’s face. "

　　 Weierle frowned and said angrily.

　　 "I'm very fortunate to have someone like you by my side. You speak so thoroughly, Weirle. Why do you humbly say that you don't know much about the Japanese Empire."

　　 Xu Jun’s expression was a little bleak, and he would be furious at the thought of the tragedy, but because his subordinates were in front of him, he had to work hard to restrain it.

　　"These are just my impressions of the Japanese people I have come into contact with, and I also added my previous personal analysis of some situations discovered during the Sino-Japanese War."

　　 "What are your conclusions? Weierle."

　　 "That is a very dangerous country, my head of state." Weierle replied respectfully.

　　"They have a strong naval power, which is what we lack. However, their army... Although they have also received systematic and rigorous training, they are not at all a level opponent compared to the German Wehrmacht. ."

　　 "Huh? Your opinion is that we will have a conflict with them? You know we are very close to them now."

　　 "You don't have to hide anything from me, my head, everything has been written in your eyes. I think you must be ready to adjust our current Asian policy, my head."

　　 Weyler asked with a respectful smile.

　　 "It seems that I can't hide anything from you, my Chief of Staff, I really don't know if I should be happy or afraid."

　　 Xu Jun handed Weierle the document he reviewed earlier.

　　"I think of course I should be happy, my head of state. Because smart subordinates like me can't be controlled by anyone. Now you have not only easily controlled me, but also gained all my loyalty, then Isn't it something to be happy about?" Weierle replied with a smile.

　　 "Is that so?"

　　 Xu Jun stared at the old fox for a while, then laughed heartily.

　　 "Ribentrop's report? The Japanese Imperial Government issued a note. They sent a mission to ask for a meeting with you?"

　　 "Yes, they have arrived in Paris now."

　　 "I think you already have plans to receive these guys." Weierle asked.

　　"Not yet, I actually don’t want to see them at all, but out of **** diplomatic etiquette...I have asked Ribbentrop to handle everything. If this guy doesn’t want to go back to the Berlin military prison to drink For Tang, you should know what to do." Xu Jun answered with a sneer.

　　 "Now I am in a bad mood and I don't want to deal with other things."

　　 Xu Jun suddenly pressed the electric bell on the desk, and two seconds later, Disenhofen appeared at the door.

　　 "Cancel all meetings and activities today, I want to go out and stroll. How about, Weierle, walk with me, relax, I will treat you to lunch."

　　 "It is a great honor, my head of state."

　　"Well, Eric, find out where the best Chinese restaurant in Paris is. I want to ask the Chief of Staff to have a Chinese meal and let him know what real dumplings are."

　　 Xu Jun’s arrogant order arrived. He had long wanted to find a Chinese restaurant to taste his hometown food, but he had never found any time. Now he is ready to go out and take a day off and completely indulge himself. .

　　 "Yes, your head of state."

　　Disenhofen retired respectfully.

　　 "By the way, Weierle, you said earlier that you attended a diplomatic banquet with the Japanese. What else can you eat besides dumplings?"

　　 Xu Jun asked curiously.

　　 He knew that the Japanese would hold several diplomatic banquets almost every month. Although they always wanted to invite Jack to attend, they were rejected every time by the biochemical man who liked to keep a low profile.

　　 Jack, that guy has never regarded the Japanese in his eyes (this is the only place where Xu Jun can reach a consensus with that guy).

　　 And, because of his special status, the Japanese have never dared to complain about it at all, but he has been chirping and expressing regret~ IndoMTL.com~ some grilled fish, some grilled meat slices, and other things The rice with vinegar, other common European dishes, roast chicken caviar, etc. The only thing that interests me is the dumplings. By the way, there is also a very light wine they brew with a very special taste. "

　　 Weierle tried hard to recall the dishes of the time.

　　 "I knew it."

　　 Xu Jun put his hands on his shoulders and sneered triumphantly.

　　"Those guys can do anything other than what they learned from China. They also do some grilling fish and barbecue to fool the Germans.

　　 After all, those Japanese are self-aware, and they haven't taken their sashimi or something as a national quintessence.

　　 What would happen if Randolph, a live treasure, was there? Presumably this guy will definitely slobber the Japanese face, and at the same time tell them righteously: How come you haven't learned how to use fire, you know that we Germans started eating cooked food 800 years ago. Come here, my brother will give you a lighter here, and send it to your Emperor Minger. He must have not had hot porridge before, it's so pitiful. He will be very happy to see that you can bring great fire to Japan. When you get promoted and get rich, don't forget the favor of your brother. . . . "

　　 The head of the Third Reich made a wicked laugh that made Weierle's back chill while working hard.

　　 Your Excellency the Chief of Staff, wiping his sweat, cast awe at the head of the empire. The head of state seemed to have thought of some poisonous tricks. This time I don't know whose child is going to be unlucky.