204 Negotiate
The reason why Li Xiaofeng dared to delay is not afraid of delaying because this guy has confidence. Not only did he know that the economic situation in Germany is not good, but the heads of the German government have begun to be anxious and urgently hope to open up the situation. The advantage lies with him, so there is no need to hurry at all.
He is the one who takes the initiative now, why should he be anxious? He lets the Germans pay a little price seriously and lays the foundation for the future war is over. Why not kill the Germans?
Sure enough, when Akimovich heard that a certain immortal was about to drag down, he suddenly became anxious: "Mr. Andre, the issue of Ukraine has nothing to do with the food issue we are going to discuss. These are two things that do not affect each other, so we cannot generalize them!"
It seems that Akimovich is ready to argue with a certain immortal. Even if he cannot force someone to make concessions, he will still gain some initiative for the next negotiation. Unfortunately, he made the wrong plan and the immortal had no intention of being reasonable. The guy snorted directly and said disdainfully: "I think this is one thing. If you don't agree, then there is nothing to talk about between us!"
Akimovich was stunned. He discussed this issue with his superiors for a long time and formulated many methods and strategies. He thought that he had done a good job in all aspects. But who would have thought that someone would not play according to common sense and would be unreasonable. This made the methods and strategies they had formulated before completely useless. How can this be carried out?
Once again, Akimovich left in a hurry and went to ask his superiors again. When he came back again, the helplessness and resentment in his heart were conceivable.
However, Li Xiaofeng didn't care about all this at all. Why did he care about the feelings of the Germans? Historically, when the Germans used the Brest Treaty to slaughter Russia, the Germans considered the feelings of the Russians? Power is justice, and now the initiative is with him, so he still doesn't believe that the Germans will not make concessions.
As expected, Akimovich explained his purpose straight to the point: "Mr. Andre, according to your opinion, how should the dispute in Ukraine be resolved?"
It should be said that the Germans understand what someone is. This guy is not a reasonable person at all. He can mess up unreasonable things, not to mention that someone not only has the right to reason but also has the right to speak in this matter. In other words, someone naturally has the right to make a random offer.
At first, the Germans did not recognize this power, and tried to fool them with a few official articles, but Li Xiaofeng gave them a blow to them, making them understand who is now taking the initiative.
Li Xiaofeng leaned his hands behind his head and leaned on the bed and spoke in a muffled voice: "The attitude of our government has always been clear. Your government must apologize to the Ukrainian people and make compensation. Any attempt to use a few empty words to perfunctory responsibility is not allowed and unacceptable!"
Akimovich's face was not good-looking. He felt that someone's request was too much. In the previous Brest contract, you Russians had already taken a big advantage on the Ukrainian issue. You can't let us Germans work in vain, right?
Moreover, Germany urgently needs the batch of food and property that it plunders from Ukraine. Otherwise, the battle will not be able to continue. Now, you kid actually has a bad idea on this issue and let us spit out the benefits of eating it. This is simply too much!
"Why is this too much?" Li Xiaofeng sneered and said seriously: "If your country thinks that the Brest contract is so unacceptable, then you can't accept it at all! Our country has not forced you to accept it, right? Now, since our two countries have recognized this treaty, we should abide by the treaty and strictly implement the terms of the treaty! The current situation is that your country violates the treaty by despicable means and acts so righteous. Can I think so that your country does not take the Brest contract seriously and is ready to tear up the treaty at any time?"
Did the Germans have this idea? I'm afraid it really happened. In history, they did not take the Brest contract too seriously. After the treaty came into effect, they still sent troops to invade the Crem Peninsula, preparing to gain more benefits.
Moreover, according to the real idea of the Germans at that time, there were probably other plans to sign the treaty. The Germans were probably planning to pull their troops out of the quagmire of the Eastern Front, attack with all their might in the direction of France, resolve the British and French forces, and pacify the Western Front. That is, to win this world war first, achieve satisfactory results, and then turn around and slowly clean up Russia.
In other words, in essence, the Brest contract is a last resort for the Germans. Once it can get out, it is inevitable and necessary to solve the polar bear.
Therefore, the Germans do not necessarily like the Brest contract in essence. As long as the conditions allow, they will definitely tear up the treaty. In a sense, whether it is the German or Lenin, their attitude towards the Brest contract is consistent - they only need such a thing for the time being, and they are all concessions that have to be made to solve more major problems.
Both parties are falsely ignoring the sarcasm. In a sense, the Brest contract is a specific historical product born under specific historical conditions, and is an unpleasant deformity. However, for the time being, whether Russians or Germans have to endure the disgust and hatch the deformity against their will.
Now, Li Xiaofeng suddenly acted aggressive and acted as if he didn't take the Brest contract seriously. It should be said that he was very shocked by Akimovich. Because the Germans always felt that they had suffered a loss in this treaty and made the cowardly polar bears get a big advantage, but now the polar bears are disdainful of this treaty that can save them, which will inevitably make them reinterpret the Brest contract and reinterpret the Russians' attitude.
To be honest, this helped the Germans to put their position right because they were never winners. Even if they made great progress and results in the offensive in February, if the polar bears were determined to fight to the end, they would still be them.
For the entire battlefield of World War I, Russia really does not have a high status. Even if Germany occupys the entire Russia, it will not be able to win this war. On the contrary, the greater their investment in the Russian battlefield, the happier Britain, France and the United States will probably be. For the Allies Group, Hans will do his best to fight against the Russians, which is a great thing that can kill both of them.
Sure enough, after Li Xiaofeng showed his contempt for the Brest contract, Akimovich became much more awake. Starting from April, Germany will launch a large-scale offensive on the Western Front. He is ready to take advantage of the Americans' main force not yet reaching the European battlefield and destroy France in one fell swoop, and to win the typical basis for the victory of the war. In this case, there is no benefit in turning against the Russians. They really have no extra troops to take care of the polar bears.
"Mr. Andre, I don't know what you meant just now!" Akimovich said quickly. "The Brest contract is a contract recognized by both governments, and both governments guarantee to comply with this contract. Although there are some minor problems with the implementation of the contract, on the whole, everything is normal and is developing in a positive direction. In this case, we should be more patient, and excessive words and actions cannot solve any problem!"
Li Xiaofeng glanced at the guy with contempt and laughed: "You are the ones that are too extreme. I am just telling the truth. If your country cannot make reasonable explanations and explanations on the issue of Ukraine, we can only think that your country has no sincerity for the Brest contract. This will inevitably lead to the Chinese government re-examine the treaty and make corresponding adjustments and deployments!"
Akimovich was really embarrassed. The other party is now stinging the Ukrainian issue and bringing the Brest contract to talk about it, which makes him feel embarrassed. To be honest, the benefits of eating are definitely impossible to spit out. If the other party refuses to give up, the talk will definitely collapse.
Akimovic took a deep breath and threatened: "Mr. Andre, I hope you can recognize the reality. Under the current circumstances, it is impossible for our government to make any commitment to the Ukraine issue..."
Who would have thought that Li Xiaofeng was even more straightforward than him, so he directly compared a gesture: "Then we have nothing to talk about!"
Akimovich looked at the index finger of a fairy pointing to the gate. He said he was not angry that it must be false. He suppressed the anger in his heart and said in a muffled voice: "Mr. Andre, I must remind you not to think that the smuggling channel can solve all the problems in your country... As long as our government is willing, we can disclose to your enemies the little tricks you have done. At that time, the government and people will suffer losses and disasters..."
Li Xiaofeng sneered again: "So you are threatening me, Mr. Akimovich, do you think I am a person who is a good person? It seems that your government has not learned a lesson! Should I consider blowing up a few bridges or destroying several warehouses in your country? I believe you will be more rational at that time!"
Akimovich suddenly became anxious and shouted: "We have signed a treaty, which stipulates..."
Li Xiaofeng sneered: "The treaty also stipulates that you must retreat from Ukraine and must be completely unscrupulous. Have you done this?"
Akimovich was speechless. After all, the German government was unauthorized and reluctant to return Ukraine to Russia with both hands. He tried every means to do something, but now he was pinched and retaliated by someone. He really couldn't complain about anything.
Faced with this stalemate, if it were the former Akimovich, he would have either been stunned on the spot or left directly. However, after so many explanations with a certain immortal, he could have trained this guy, and this guy was finally not so stubborn.
After a moment of silence, Akimovich spread his hands calmly and asked: "Mr. Andre, let's say so, the food and property plundered from Ukraine is very important to our government, and our government cannot give up them!"
Li Xiaofeng sneered: "I won't be bullshit to me anymore? Finally, I'm telling the truth? How great it would be like this! I really want to be a bitch and set up a archway!"
Although this made Akimovich feel uncomfortable, he could only endure the discomfort and continued: "So, the Chinese government cannot give any explanation at present. But the Chinese government can guarantee that this is just a special case, a special case under special circumstances, and there will be no next time!"
While talking about Akimovich, he paid attention to Li Xiaofeng's expression. When he realized that a certain immortal was still dissatisfied, he was a little anxious and patted his chest and promised: "The Chinese government can make a solemn promise. When the war is over, it will definitely apologize and compensate for the Ukrainian issue. How about it?"
What can it be done? If Li Xiaofeng was asked to say something to his heart, then this guy would probably turn his head disdainfully and say, "Not really!"
Indeed, this is pure nonsense. If Germany wins this world war, as the new world overlord who replaces the Sunset Empire, as a new world single-level power, why should he apologize and compensate? Maybe the other way around will immediately speak up and swallow Ukraine in one breath, and in turn will ask Russia for new compensation. If you can use this excuse, you will send troops to Russia and repair the polar bears hard.
A very simple truth is, how can robbers and hooligans reason with their own dominance? Talking about fists is true. Anyway, Li Xiaofeng doesn't believe in such nonsense, and there is no need to think about it. This is the delaying strategy used by the Germans. First fool this unhappiness and then settle the accounts after tide.
How could Li Xiaofeng be fooled with such a trick? He shook his head and said, "Although these words still seem to be the case, your government still has a little sincerity to solve the problem. But I still have the same old saying, it is meaningless to say it in vain. Take out something real!"
Akimovich said with a wry smile: "Mr. Andre, I have just said that those food and wealth that our government cannot compensate for is temporarily impossible, we are willing..."
"You don't want to!" Li Xiaofeng interrupted him directly. He said with a calm face: "If you are really sincere and are really willing to make compensation, then you should not just say it, but make a written guarantee. Make the compensation plan clear in black and white, which is a sign of sincerity!"
Akimovich seemed in a difficult situation. He asked his superiors for the third time. A few days later gave the final reply: "My government is willing to clarify the relevant legal responsibilities and make written assurances... However, Mr. Andre, we must emphasize that these compensations can only be fulfilled after the end of the war and the improvement of our country's economic situation..."
Li Xiaofeng shrugged and said, "Okay, then we will compensate at the end of the war. We can discuss the specific time limit slowly!"
This made Akimovich breathe a sigh of relief. He sighed and asked: "Can we start discussing the issues related to smuggling food?"
Li Xiaofeng smiled slightly and replied easily: "Of course, but there is one thing I must say before, I will not import grain on your behalf. You can go to the international market to purchase grain by yourself, I only..."
Akimovich quickly interrupted, "Mr. Andre, this is not possible. Our country must use your channels..."
Li Xiaofeng immediately snatched back the topic: "Listen to me, you will give your opinion! I don't care about how to buy food. That's your business. I'm not interested in quarreling with you about the purchase price of grain. You may not accept the price I quoted, and I am unlikely to agree to your price. In order to ensure the interests of both of us, the procurement matters are done separately. I am only responsible for the transportation issue... I will find a way to transport the food purchased by your country to your country for security. Your country only needs to pay the freight fee... I think such a cooperation method is beneficial to both parties and will greatly avoid unnecessary quarrels!"
Akimovich did not expect such a plan. In fact, what is more interested in domestic smuggling channels, and obviously, someone wants to guarantee his advantages in this regard.
After thinking about it, Akimovich decided to agree first. It was not that he was no longer interested in the channel, but that he felt that as long as the two sides started to cooperate, the channel would be clarified sooner or later, and there was no need to rush for a moment.
Of course, before this, he still had a few small questions to clarify: "If you are responsible for transportation, if the food is not shipped to our country safely, who will be responsible for it? Also, how should the freight be calculated?"
"You can talk about the issue of shipping costs slowly, but the ugly thing is to say before, the price is definitely much higher than the average shipping costs. You'd better be mentally prepared!"
"Of course I know this," Akimovich shrugged, "It's smuggling, it must be much more expensive, but safety must be guaranteed!"
Li Xiaofeng smiled slightly and said, "Safety will be guaranteed. If the food is not shipped to your country safely, I will compensate you at the price!"
This sentence surprised Akimovich again. This confidence was indeed quite amazing. To be honest, he wanted to know where someone's confidence came from.
Li Xiaofeng naturally could not tell the truth, and would not tell Akimovich that he had such a magical magic as a treasure pot, so he didn't need to worry about problems in the transportation process. He just said: "As long as you buy freight insurance, once there is a problem with the grain, there will naturally be an insurance company to pay the claim!"
Akimovich almost suspected something was wrong with his ears. He asked in disbelief: "Will an insurance company do such a deal?"
Li Xiaofeng gave him a blank look: "Of course there is, this insurance company is completely trustworthy... Of course, if you don't buy freight insurance, then don't want any compensation!"
Akimovich left excitedly. He was extremely excited about the achievements he had achieved today and what he saw and heard, and felt that he had taken a big advantage. But he could not have thought that he had just left, and an unexpected person appeared in the ward of a certain immortal. Uh, or this unexpected person had been staying in the ward, but under the influence of the mortal power, he did not find it.
Learvin looked at Akimovich's back, walked to the bed of a fairy, and asked in confusion: "Why did you agree to the Germans' conditions? Don't tell me, you don't know that they can't comply with the agreement..."
Chapter completed!