No matter what Auerbach says, Qin Zhiyuan does not intend to use Western methods to ascend the throne.
If Benedict XV is crowned, Lanfang may gain a higher degree of acceptance in Europe, but it will definitely arouse resentment among some Lanfang people, which Qin Zhiyuan does not want to see.
The recognition of Western society is indeed important, but Lanfang's military and people's morale is even more important.
At this point, Qin Zhiyuan was clear.
In fact, both Western and Eastern societies agree on the concept of divine right of kings. Therefore, when the emperor in the East ascends the throne, he will worship heaven, and when the king in the West ascends the throne, he will be crowned by the pope. This is all to add a divine power to the imperial power.
As for Qin Zhiyuan, he does not need to add the theocratic color to his crown, because compared to the illusory gods, Qin Zhiyuan believes more in the strength of his hands and the cohesion of the country.
Therefore, Qin Zhiyuan decisively rejected Ryder Auerbach's request: Ryder, you have to understand that this is not a question of the crown or the church, but a question of the traditional cultural habits of the East and the West. At this point, I must follow the instructions of our nation.
Only in this way can traditional culture be recognized by the people. So on this issue, Ryder, I don't want to compromise, and I can't compromise.
Qin Zhiyuan didn't want to beat around the bush and gave the answer straightforwardly.
But Red Auerbach obviously didn't want to give up. At the same time, because of Qin Zhiyuan's determination, Red Auerbach settled for the next best thing: Then, before you ascend the throne, you can choose to receive the Pope's blessing in the church. Of course,
Yes, this does not affect your coronation ceremony.
This can be regarded as a special negotiation. Since it is a negotiation, there must be concessions and compromises. Ryder Auerbach was fully prepared before arriving.
This is fine, and I don’t think the cabinet ministers would raise any objections. Qin Zhiyuan agreed to Leder Auerbach’s request.
Anyway, on the day he ascended the throne, Qin Zhiyuan was already ready to serve as a backdrop. In this case, there was no need to dwell on a certain form. At most, like many people getting married in the 21st century, they would have a Western-style wedding in the city first, and then go back.
Let’s try some Chinese style food when we go home.
Leider Auerbach pumped his fist and made a confident gesture, celebrating the stage victory.
Benedict XV is already very old. Traveling thousands of miles from the Vatican to Lanfang is already a tiring journey. If he comes to Lanfang just for a look and cannot play any role, it would be a bit like entering a treasure mountain and returning empty-handed.
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The last question, Qin, what do you plan to do about the Knights Templar? Ryder Auerbach looked solemn.
The Knights Templar helped Qin Zhiyuan a lot in the early days of Qin Zhiyuan's rise, but now, the Knights Templar have become a hot potato in Qin Zhiyuan's hands. This is a minor problem.
There are still many supporters of the Knights Templar in the current Lanfang Army. Some of them have directly joined the Lanfang Army, some have gone to serve in the Foreign Legion, and more of them are working quietly, waiting for Qin Zhiyuan to fulfill his promise.
The day of the promise.
The goal of the Knights Templar is to return to Jerusalem, become the ruler there, and then restore the glory of the Knights Templar.
Jerusalem is located in the Ifant region of the Near East, which is too far away from Lanfang, and Qin Zhiyuan's tentacles cannot yet take care of it.
The current Middle East is still a desert.
The Middle East, where oil has not yet been discovered, has been forgotten by the whole world. The British rule it and are not very careful. Therefore, the Middle East is currently the most backward region in the world. Almost no one pays attention to them. No one cares about the life and death of the Arabs.
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Just after the World War, the British threw the Kurdish Shiites and Sunnis together and established a new kingdom called Iraq, which became a British colony.
Also after the World War, France obtained the right to occupy Lebanon and Syria, and successfully obtained a piece of territory in the Middle East.
Although France and Lan Fang had a close relationship, they knew very well that it was impossible for the French to give Lebanon and Syria to Qin Zhiyuan. Qin Zhiyuan was very sure of this.
Jerusalem has received too much attention, and it is not easy to achieve success. It will take a longer period of planning before it can be implemented. Qin Zhiyuan still does not hide it, saying one thing and another.
Judging from Lanfang's recent expansion speed, Lanfang has completely aroused the fear of Britain and the United States.
It is not necessary to take Jerusalem now, but there must be a corresponding battle plan, and if necessary, the army can be dispatched at any time. Leder Auerbach's work beforehand is indeed very promising.
It sounds like Leder Auerbach's words are extremely feasible. As long as the Foreign Legion lands in the Near East, it will basically not be a problem to capture Jerusalem.
It is easy to conquer a country, but difficult to sit on it.
It is not difficult to capture Jerusalem; what is difficult is to hold Jerusalem.
Qin Zhiyuan did not want to think that like the Knights Templar in the original history, even though they had thrived in Jerusalem for hundreds of years, they were still driven away by the locals.
Qin Zhiyuan has always believed that if he does not fight, he will win if he fights.
If it is to be occupied, Qin Zhiyuan must defend Jerusalem and will not give any chance to others.
Of course, the staff has formulated a plan and is currently refining the details. Perhaps in three or two years, the Knights Templar will be able to return to Jerusalem. This time, we will firmly occupy the place without any
People can shake our rule over Jerusalem. Qin Zhiyuan gave Leder Auerbach reassurance.
It's best for Leide Auerbach. This is the first time I heard that Lanfang has a plan to attack Jerusalem.
Although it was only the first time he heard about it, Leder Auerbach did not doubt Qin Zhiyuan's confidence at all, and could not help but ask Qin Zhiyuan for confirmation.
It's true, I can confirm it, so please don't worry, give me some more time, we need to establish an industrial foundation, and then we will start to expand. Qin Zhiyuan has a plan in mind.
There are about 8,000 berserkers of the Knights Templar in the current Lanfang army. These soldiers participated in the First World War and also participated in Lanfang's Northern Expedition, making great contributions to Lanfang's occupation of the northern Xinjiang region.
In any case, Qin Zhiyuan should give these people an explanation.
That's great, Qin, if you need my help, then don't be polite, Qin. Ryder Auerbach is writing a blank check.
Don't worry, Qin Zhiyuan will just let it go.
There is no doubt that if Qin Zhiyuan goes to war against Jerusalem, the cooperation of the Catholic Church will definitely be indispensable. Only under the banner of religion can Qin Zhiyuan have enough reasons to go to Jerusalem.
Well, Qin Zhiyuan's ambitions are indeed a bit big. Although the ownership of the northern Xinjiang has not yet been finalized, and although the relationship with the Japanese has gradually deteriorated, Qin Zhiyuan is still preparing to attack Jerusalem, because only Qin Zhiyuan knows the value of the Near East.
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Speaking of the northern Xinjiang region, in early September, the Japanese finally couldn't stand the collusion between the French and Lanfang people, nor the ambiguous attitude of the British and Americans. They angrily once again threatened to withdraw from the League of Nations as a condition.
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To be honest, not many people take the threat from the Japanese seriously.
In the eyes of the Western powers, Japan does have a certain strength, but it is only a certain strength. The Western powers do not really take the Japanese in their eyes.
This is of course related to the poor performance of the Japanese Sixth Division in Europe. Especially with the Foreign Legion as a comparison, it is difficult for people to believe how valuable Japan is.
Therefore, after receiving the threat from the Japanese, the British responded fastest. The British immediately ruled the Japanese. If the Japanese withdrew from the League of Nations, the British would terminate their alliance with Japan.
France even threatened to sever diplomatic relations. If the Japanese dared to withdraw from the League of Nations, the French would sever all relations with the Japanese.
To be honest, Japan has almost no effect on France.
Japan now has a certain industrial foundation and has little demand for French products. At the same time, because it is rich in raw silk and tea, Japan has been in a leading position in trade with France every year, which is difficult for the French to accept.
Now, because of Qin Zhiyuan, there are substitutes for Japanese raw silk, and there are also substitutes for tea. France is not afraid of severing relations with Japan.
Old Renault and Qin Zhiyuan joined forces to build a nylon factory. Old Renault must have reported to the French government, because just a few days ago, Old Renault just purchased a piece of land on the outskirts of Marseille for the construction of a nylon factory. These things cannot escape the French government.
It is better to admit it openly than to admit it openly, which will give the French government more confidence to reject the Japanese.
At the same time, the Japanese did not know that their raw silk industry was facing catastrophe.
The Japanese believe that the Western powers need Japanese products, so the Western powers will not fall out with them because of Lan Fang.
Information asymmetry often leads to tragedy, so the Japanese representatives in the League of Nations really packed up their things and prepared to return to Japan.
It's a pity that the Japanese did not see the situation they wanted to see. Including the British, no one in the League of Nations tried to save the Japanese. This made the Japanese representatives feel humiliated, so they immediately returned to their residences and contacted the country immediately.
, to obtain tactical guidance.
This tactical guidance is a relatively euphemistic way of saying it, but it actually means moving troops to ask for reinforcements.
Japan is still in chaos at home and has no spare capacity to deal with the League of Nations. However, at this sensitive moment, the Japanese must not dare to be willful, because that will make the whole world abandon the Japanese collectively.
So when the meeting resumed the next day, the Japanese representative returned to the venue and continued to perform his rights as a standing member.
Well, compared to national interests, personal honor and disgrace really don't matter.