In normal times, George would never let Gao Shaoyi take advantage of this, but now he can only endure it. After all, the bad breath in his heart can't get out, and any man would suffer it.
Can't.
I don’t have to love this woman, but others can’t get involved. After all, we are also ministers of the Windsor Empire. We still need this face. If I don’t give you some power, doesn’t it mean that anyone can touch me in the future?
His wife?
While the two were talking, Nobe Ichiro and Otomo Ryoji had already arrived on the shore in a small boat. They wanted to communicate with Mr. George immediately, but they did not expect that Gao Shaoyi was standing next to Mr. George.
When they saw Gao Shaoyi, both of them saw worry in each other's eyes. Gao Shaoyi is a guy who has no profit and can't afford to be early, and he has the strength and means. If he really wants to get involved, this matter
Things can't end well.
Of course, they also got good news, that is, the warships of the other two empires are just paying close attention to this matter. If there is any conflict, the warships of the two empires should not get involved. After all, the merchants of their countries
No injuries.
"You are really going too far. Everyone can see it clearly. Your Dongdi navy is bullying our businessmen. I need you to give me a correct explanation and compensate all the losses of our businessmen. If you fail to achieve this,
For our demands, we will not rule out resorting to force."
Nobe Ichiro and Otomo Ryoji didn't say a word after seeing George. George was the first to express his attitude.
Speaking of which, Ichiro Nobe and George had a pretty good relationship. The two used to drink in private and often gave each other gifts. Various policies in Haicheng were discussed and discussed, but everything was ignored.
A count was broken.
You've already slept with someone else's wife, are you still talking about our previous friendship?
"Who is the governor?"
Nobe Ichiro didn't know how to respond to George's words. After all, a little carelessness may cause a war, so it is better to resolve the matter on Gao Shaoyi's side first. As long as Gao Shaoyi has nothing to do, he must let Gao Shaoyi leave first. This guy no matter what
There could be an explosive barrel anywhere. The situation here today is so complicated that Gao Shaoyi cannot succeed.
"Such a big thing has happened. I am the parent officer here. Of course I have to come and take a look. We have planned the route for you to enter the port and notified merchant ships from various countries to avoid it. But why do you have to enter through the main channel?
Now that such a tragedy has been caused, let alone Mr. George, I want to have an explanation with you. I, the Marquis, want to have an explanation with you."
This is obviously taking advantage of the situation. After listening to Gao Shaoyi's words, Ichiro Nobe and Ryoji Otomo were also very angry. If it hadn't been for the Windsor Empire ship, even if the warships of Dongdi Kingdom came in from the main channel, I guess there wouldn't be many of you.
Talk about other things.
"This is a matter related to trade. Our two countries are also paying close attention to this matter. If we cannot ensure the smooth flow of the trade channel, it will cause great losses to us. Sir, do you think the channel can be restored first?"
"
The ministers of the Junkers Empire expressed their views. They don't care what kind of grievances these three families have. There are too many ships entering and leaving Haicheng every day. The main channel must be cleared first. Some goods have a shelf life.
Yes, if it stays at sea, these goods may become waste.
"What your Excellency the Minister said makes sense. Don't talk about anything else first. Let your warships withdraw immediately and restore the normal navigation channel of Haicheng Port."
Gao Shaoyi's request is extremely reasonable and is supported by all countries. If the main channel is blocked for a day, at least dozens of ships will be unable to enter or exit. Who will bear the loss?
Ichiro Nobe and Ryoji Otomo looked at each other and saw that they could only succumb to this pressure.
Prince Beigong originally wanted to come in through the main channel in order to show the country's military strength to other countries. But now it's better. He has to exit slowly, and Gao Shaoyi hasn't said when he will enter the port.
After receiving the report from Ichiro Nobe, Prince Kitamiya Shiro, although he was dissatisfied, had to agree to this matter. This was pressured by several major empires. If he disobeyed, it would be tantamount to siding with him.
He is on the opposite side of several major empires, but he doesn't have the confidence to do so now.
The original plan was to enter the port in the morning, but now it is three o'clock in the afternoon. Dongdi's fleet has once again retreated to the sea outside Haicheng, and the main channel of Haicheng Port has also resumed normal operation.
Seeing that their goals had been achieved, the envoys from the Junkers Empire and the Morgan Empire did not waste time here. This was a whirlpool, and they did not want to get themselves caught in it.
Of course Ichiro Nobe would like these two people to leave first. Having one more person here means that things will become more complicated.
However, the fleets of the two countries did not return to the military port. Instead, they continued to wander around the nearby sea, euphemistically claiming to be protecting merchant ships.
This made Ichiro Nobe and Ichiro Nobe very angry, but they also understood that Prince Kitamiya Shiro made the mistake first, and it was reasonable for them to do so.
"Guys, let's sit down and talk. It's already been a day, and there's no point in continuing like this."
Gao Shaoyi had someone arrange a simple meal. After all, he had to fulfill his duties as a landlord. After eating, he had to think about how to solve the problem. Of course, he didn't know that a big deal would turn into a trivial matter. He wished that the bigger the matter, the better.
It would be best if Prince Beigong and the others never enter Hong Kong.
"There is nothing to talk about. Our opinions have been expressed a long time ago. We publicly apologize to the businessmen of the Windsor Empire. In addition, we must compensate for the losses. In addition to the cargo, there are also medical expenses and mental losses for the ship and all crew members on board.
We have made preliminary estimates and you have to compensate at least five million silver coins."
At this time, George opened his mouth. It was a small transport ship of 800 tons, and no one had died. It only carried some coffee beans, and at most one million silver coins.
Now that people from the Dongdi Kingdom are being asked to compensate five million silver coins, it is obvious that they have no intention of continuing the discussion. Gao Shaoyi secretly raised his thumbs beside him. George is really very temperamental in cooperating with this.
"Mr. George..."
"Mr. Nobe, please wait, I still need compensation from you..."