The Russian Embassy occupies a large area. Compared with the petite Southern African Embassy in Tehran, it is considered a luxury. The embassy, which covers an area of hundreds of hectares, actually has an artificial lake. The buildings are row upon row and colorful.
The domes and spiers are impressive.
These buildings have a history of hundreds of years. When Lisa Khan originally bulldozed Tehran and rebuilt it, there were only two places that he did not dare to attack, one was the Russian Embassy and the other was the British Embassy.
The place where Big Beard entertained Russia is called Joseph Palace, which was specially built to welcome Big Beard's arrival. This is unique among all the national leaders attending the Tehran Conference this time.
From the outside, the building does not look large in size.
The interior decoration is not the traditional Russian grandeur. The low-key walnut furniture and dark brown sofas are deep and restrained. The tableware is porcelain from the East and stainless steel products from southern Africa.
No way, the trademark on the handle of the cutlery is too famous.
"Southern Africa has strong industrial strength, a vast territory, rich resources, and hard-working and brave people. The key is to have a wise leader. This is very important. Coincidentally, what I just said, Russia also
It's all there. It's amazing how similar our two countries are." The bearded man did not forget to praise himself when he praised Roque, and he indeed has this capital.
Regardless of whether he is wise or not, based on Big Beard's performance in the Russo-German War, he definitely deserves the evaluation of "iron-blooded".
As for its strong industrial strength, this is not a boast. Maybe Russia was excluded from the international community in the past and was technically blocked. There is indeed a gap between Russia and the top level.
However, since Allied aid supplies arrived in Russia, Russia's technological level has indeed improved rapidly, which is undeniable.
When the Russo-German War broke out, the Russian T34 had just been equipped with troops and had not yet formed combat effectiveness.
It was only three years ago. After the T34 developed into the 85 series, Russia began to develop the T44. This tank is the predecessor of the T54, and the T54 is the famous 59.
In terms of aircraft, Russia was still using the old I-16 at the beginning of the Russo-German War. Now it has begun to produce the Yak 3, which is a fighter with extremely excellent performance and can compete with Germany's latest BF109G.
In terms of individual weapons, Russia has also made great progress. After the Finnish War, Russia imitated the Bobosa produced by Somi. It was so good that the German army issued a tactical manual to teach German soldiers how to use Bobosa.
Of course, the above cannot be the capital of the bearded man in Versailles in front of Roque. With the bearded character, it is unprecedented to be able to raise southern Africa to a level comparable to Russia.
"Yes, I believe that southern Africa and Russia can play a greater role in the future international community." Roque partially agreed with Big Beard's words, but he really never thought about joining forces with Big Beard.
At the Tehran Conference, the attitudes of Winston and Roosevelt had been very clear. The cooperation between the United Kingdom, the United States and Russia was only temporary. After the physical war ended, the ideological war would continue in another way.
If Southern Africa joins forces with Russia, it will lose the trust of European and American countries, and the gains will outweigh the losses.
On the contrary, it is more in the interests of southern Africa to stay in the Anglo-American camp.
"If we join forces, the role we will play will be decisive." The bearded man looked stunned, as if he didn't expect Roark to refuse so simply.
The bearded personality is either black or white, with no gray areas.
It's not that his head was frozen by the Russian ice and snow, but since the goal can be achieved simply and crudely, why use roundabout strategies?
"Have you ever thought about this question? If Southern Africa and Russia join forces, then a new alliance will emerge, which will be the beginning of a new round of world war." Roque only now understands the value of the Non-Aligned Movement.
The Allies and Allies in World War I, the Allies and Axis Powers in World War II, and NATO and the Warsaw Pact in the future have gradually expanded their ambitions.
Given the level of hostility that Britain and the United States have towards Russia, if Roark agrees to Big Beard's request, then two major military groups will be formed instantly after the end of World War II, which will be more dangerous than the situation before the outbreak of World War II.
"It doesn't matter. Even if we don't establish an alliance, it won't affect our friendship." The bearded man smiled forcefully.
Roque was lamenting in his heart. Sure enough, he still couldn't feed him enough——
The banquet ended hastily, and after Rock boarded the plane to Port Elizabeth, he learned that the bearded man had extended an invitation to Roosevelt after having hosted a banquet for Rock.
To Rock's relief, Roosevelt did not accept the offer, citing physical illness.
It seems that the air in Tehran is very special. Rock and Winston were sick at the same time before, and now Roosevelt is also sick at the right time.
Roque didn't hesitate too much. Russia is too far away from southern Africa. One is in the Arctic and the other is in the southern hemisphere. Even if they form an alliance, it will be difficult to give the other party enough help.
On the contrary, it is easier for Britain and the United States, separated by only one Atlantic Ocean, to join forces——
The key people are the father-in-law.
It is a rare trip to leave southern Africa. After arriving in Port Elizabeth, Rock will go to Cyprus, and finally return to southern Africa via North Africa.
Nowadays, Port Elizabeth is no longer what it used to be. It is the undisputed pearl along the Persian Gulf and even in the Near East. Roque's special plane landed in Port Elizabeth at ten o'clock in the morning. As soon as he stepped out of the cabin door, Roque felt a sudden sensation.
A wave of heat hit my face, and my whole body felt like I had jumped into a sauna.
This is not an exaggeration, compared to Pretoria, Port Elizabeth is indeed a sauna.
At the bottom of the hanging ladder, Gundam led Adan Company executives, Umbrella Company management, Port Elizabeth officials, and garrison generals to line up to greet him.
Rock shook hands with everyone cordially, and chatted casually with everyone regardless of whether they were familiar with each other. The weather was too hot, so there was no need for a welcome ceremony. By the time Rock got into the car, the shirt inside his coat was already soaked through.
"The weather here is indeed a bit hot, thank you for your hard work-" Gundam got into Rock's car and took the initiative to help Rock take his coat.
"Fortunately, there is air conditioning in the office." At this moment, Godard could not see the arrogance and domineering behavior in Tehran at all. His work in Tehran was not successful. Roque did not move into the Southern African Embassy in Tehran until he left Tehran.
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Time is really tight. The new Southern African Embassy in Tehran also covers an area of dozens of hectares and cannot be built in a day or two.
Port Elizabeth's urban construction level is very high. The road connecting the airport and the city is wider than the main roads in southern African cities. However, there are no other cars on the road. I don't know if it is because the road in Port Elizabeth is closed.
"I heard that you had a conflict with people from the British and American companies in Tehran?" Rock was still very concerned about the second generation of Nan.
"It's all over. That guy has been transferred back to London, otherwise I will make him look good." Gundam smiled proudly. The second generation of the South all know Roque's character. If you have anything to do, tell him honestly and don't cheat.
Hidden.
You can't hide it. Brad, led by Alvin, is everywhere. Even if Gundam doesn't say anything about this, Alvin will definitely report it to Rock.
Rock nodded and said nothing. In fact, Gundam didn't handle it properly, but it doesn't matter. The general manager of Adan Company really needs to be tougher.
The car sped along and soon arrived at Rock's manor.
The manor located in the center of Port Elizabeth, this manor is called "Nyasaland Palace" and was prepared for Rock by successive general managers of Adan Company.
Don’t forget that Port Elizabeth is still Rock’s private property. Although Rock has expressed his intention to donate Port Elizabeth to southern Africa, the oil fields in Port Elizabeth are already the property of the Rock family.
The manor is located in a prime location between the main city of Elizabeth and the port. It has beautiful scenery and lush green trees. There is actually a golf course in the manor, which surprised Rock, knowing that Rock seldom plays golf.
The buildings in the manor adhere to the southern African style, with pavilions, pavilions, pavilions, corridors and boats. Various ornamental fish are raised in the artificial lake around the main building. In order to reduce the temperature of the manor, the general managers of Adan Company spent a lot of money to plant many landscapes.
Not only the trees, but also an artificial river was dug and the effect was really good.
At least it feels a lot cooler visually.
Roque is not in the mood to visit, which has ruined the work of the general managers of Adan Company. Roque has not been able to visit this place for decades. It is a pure waste.
"Let's turn this place into a park and open it to everyone -" Rock didn't even enter the main building. Gundam looked frustrated and flattered the horse's leg.
Luo Ke felt that this was not enough: "——No charges are allowed, your company is responsible for all maintenance costs."
Your Adan company is rich, so spend more money. It seems that next year’s funding will have to be re-evaluated. This is obviously spending money in a different way.
Luo Ke didn't care how many gray parts there were. The general manager of Adan Company still wanted to focus more on creating more profits, rather than spending money unexpectedly.
I have to remind Alvin and Brad's office to also pay attention to this issue. Rock's requirements for Adan Company are not just profits, but to never stop, stay hungry, and continue to grow bigger and stronger.
Since the manor was not to his liking, Rock went to the Rhodesian Hotel.
So there was another period of chaos. This time, Gundam learned wisely and took the initiative to ask Rock's personal butler, Little Zack, for advice.
If it hadn't been for what happened just now, Gundam would probably have booked the Rhodesia Hotel.
"As long as it can accommodate all of us, it won't be too much trouble." Little Zach didn't realize how powerful his words were.
After looking at the size of the fleet, Gundam decided to book the hotel, otherwise we really wouldn't be able to accommodate them.
There was really no room for room here. Among Rock's entourage, including personal security personnel, there were more than 600, and Gundam did not dare to risk allowing other guests to stay.
Then book it, and with just one phone call, the Rhodesia Hotel immediately takes action. The guests staying at the hotel were extremely happy. Each of them received compensation equivalent to about twice the room fee.
Even if I don’t take the money, there is someone who insists on his identity and does not want to leave. The hotel staff politely persuades: The next person to stay is the distinguished Lord Nyasaland——
In Port Elizabeth, the title of Prime Minister of Southern Africa is really not as loud as Lord Nyasaland.
In European feudal countries, the Prime Minister of Southern Africa was a local magistrate, but Lord Nyasaland was a lord.
The hotel staff are also happy. They are going on vacation soon. After Rock checks into the Rhodesia Hotel, all the hotel staff will be replaced by Palace of Justice Secret Service staff, and a thorough security check will also be carried out.
This inspection is very necessary.
The experienced staff of the Secret Service of the Palace of Justice soon discovered something that should not be there in some rooms of the hotel.
Little Zach was holding something that looked like a button with a confused look on his face. He really didn't know what it was for.
"This is a bug that can record the surrounding sounds -" Gonzalez, the general manager of the hotel and the head of Brad's office in Port Elizabeth, hesitated to speak.
Little Zach gave him a questioning look and said if he had anything to say.
"This was placed by our own people to collect intelligence——" Gonzalez looked innocent. This is the usual method used by Brad's office to collect intelligence.
"Does Mr. Rhodes know that you are doing this?" Little Zach was curious, wondering which side held greater weight in Gonzalez's heart.
"Lord Rhodesia owns more than 400 Rhodesia hotels around the world. If Lord Rhodesia accidentally discovers it, Lord Beihai will explain it to Lord Rhodesia -" Gonzalez was confident and became the president.
In the manager's memory test, if you can't figure out your title, you'll be in trouble.
"It's just crazy." Little Zach had nothing to say, and this was considered helping each other.
There are even crazier people.
When Secret Service agents checked the hotel's ventilation system, they found a person, a real person, in the ventilation ducts.
This guy was a hotel guest. When the staff was cleaning up the guests, this guy hid in the ventilation duct. When the Secret Service staff interrogated him, this guy confessed that he wanted to see Rock and express his admiration for Rock in person.
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Regardless of whether this is true or not, during the two days that Rock was in Port Elizabeth, this guy had to be locked up in a cell at the police station. Only after Rock left Port Elizabeth did the Elizabeth police and Brad
Time determines authenticity.
After a lot of trouble, Rock's car arrived at the Rhodesia Hotel at five o'clock in the afternoon.
Sitting on the balcony of the presidential suite of the Rhodesia Hotel, Rock was in a good mood. The scenery of the Rhodesia Hotel was quite good. Sitting on the balcony, he could see white sails in the distance and thousands of people lining up outside the port waiting to enter the port.
ton tanker.
"How is the situation in Najd?" Rock looked at the endless desert in the distance. The wealth hidden under this desert was so exciting.
"Are you referring to the Najd Oil Company, or the Najd Sultanate?" Lu Rui, the top administrator of Port Elizabeth, was unsure of Roark's purpose.
This is so incompetent. Strictly speaking, Lu Rui is Luo Ke's retainer. How can a retainer not understand the family master's thoughts?
