Power politics can be seen everywhere in this world, and axioms are only special in the range of cannons.

Tsar Nicholas II was silent for a moment, and he really didn't know what to do.

If he turned against Britain, Russia did not have that great strength, and Tsar Nicholas II did not have that great determination.

Russia has no ability to compete with Britain, whether in military, economic, or political influence.

Britain's strength is beyond doubt. After hundreds of years of maritime domination, no country dares to challenge Britain's naval hegemony. Even the madman, King William II, was just talking, but in fact he was desperate to suffer, and was afraid of death and would not do anything. The German Navy did not dare to let go when he saw the British Navy fart, and even chose to go around.

The Germans are very practical. When their naval plan is not completed, they will never offend the UK. Even if they express dissatisfaction, they can only make trouble secretly. European countries have a default rule that they will not oppose the UK directly and openly, which is manifested in isolation of the UK, which is only political isolation.

Just like the ongoing British-British War, almost all European countries were fighting against Britain, secretly supporting the Boers' war to Britain to provide various political, economic and military aid. Because Britain is the strongest country, the weak countries will unite and overthrow it. At the same time, Britain wants to control the financial lifeline of the world, which is a fatal blow to the countries with the gold standard, so almost all European countries oppose Britain.

Similarly, Britain's countless overseas colonies won the title of the Sun-Sun-Set Empire, and also brought endless wealth and markets to Britain. Economically, Britain is still a powerful country, although its industrial strength has fallen to the third place in the world.

The situation in Russia was even worse. The Romanjov dynasty had ruled Russia for more than 300 years and had the glory of Peter the Great, but by the time of Nicholas II, the Russian Empire was already in its twilight.

The domestic economy is sluggish and people live in poverty. It has never stopped since Nicholas II ascended the throne. First, it was the economic crisis in 1995, and then the heavy snow disaster in 1996. The impact of two years has caused a great famine this year.

Nicholas II was not concerned about these things and still pursued his tough military expansion policy, in addition to his own ambitions, which also had a lot to do with his cousin of the German emperor. From beginning to end, Nicholas II was competing with William II. Seeing that William II revised the naval law and built a large naval plan, Nicholas II was not willing to fall behind. Under the financial pressure of the country, he built a warship.

Unfortunately, the Russian land was too weak and could not withstand the tossing and storm. He had to build fewer battleships and more large armored cruisers known as second-class battleships. Unfortunately, in the Battle of the Yellow Sea, the Russian navy lost half of the land. The land left by Alexander III was gone.

Now Britain is involved in Far East affairs and putting pressure on Russia has caused Nicholas II to be at a loss.

Foreign Minister Robertonov asked carefully: "Your Majesty. Nowadays, European countries are isolated from Britain. We must act cautiously. Otherwise, Britain will take the opportunity to lead the disaster to us."

Nicholas II could easily listen to the words of Foreign Minister Robertonov. However, the shame in the Far East was something that Nicholas II could never tolerate.

"What do you guys mean?" Nicholas II asked.

A few people looked at me and I looked at you. I didn’t know what to do. The best way was to do it.

Finally, the Minister of Finance Witt had to bite the bullet and said again: "Your Majesty, we can ask the Qing government to double the compensation for our losses, and at the same time we can use the existing garrison troops in the Far East to deter the Qing government. The Qing government must not dare to go to war with the empire. The biggest possibility is to quickly compensate our losses. If we can seize some territory, it would be even better. As long as we do not start a war, the pressure on our international community to blame us will be much smaller, and Britain's purpose of turning the world's attention cannot succeed."

Admiral Teldov, Minister of the Navy, said: "Your Majesty, there are only a few ships in the Far East Fleet, most of which are old warships. We can build new warships through the Qing government's compensation. As long as we have three or five years, our new fleet will be completed, and we will find an opportunity to destroy the Pacific Fleet and avenge our revenge!"

Nicholas II also knew his current situation. To put it bluntly, it was just to save face. His biggest concern was the revolutionary party in the country. If the Qing government could cede land and pay compensation, it would of course be the best thing.

There are steps, of course Nicholas II needs to use it!

So he said, "Since that's the case, let's leave this matter to you to discuss! Robanov immediately sent my instructions to the Minister Kasini to Beijing and the Ambassador to Honolulu Kuman to convey my instructions.
Chapter completed!