Li Zhen thought about it for a moment and understood the reason.
Historically, the opportunity for the slaveholders in the South to launch a rebellion was at this time. Since the heads of government headed by Lincoln believed that the South would not rebel, many places controlled by the North were unprepared. As a result, the North was in trouble as soon as the war began. Lincoln was now facing the same problem, so he notified Delafield and asked Li Zhen to go to Washington to discuss the matter.
Or, he asked Li Zhen to make suggestions to solve the rebellion in the south.
Li Zhen is not stupid. He is not an American, so why should he help Lincoln?
In the past, the Manchu Qing Dynasty was weak and was bullied everywhere. The United States was a part of it and wanted to squeeze the Manchu Qing Dynasty at every turn. When Li Zhen was in power, the United States also thought that Li Zhen was easy to bully and sent troops to capture the treasure island, but was led by Li Zhen. Defeat, for Li Zhen, Britain, France, and Russia are not good birds, and the United States is not a good bird either. They all belong to the category of people who salivate when they see meat.
In later generations, Li Zhen also often realized the strength of the American superpower. He could intervene wherever he wanted, and he always opposed the country, so Li Zhen did not plan to go there.
Just hit him, the harder you hit him, the better.
Anyway, it has nothing to do with me.
I'm not a good person, I'm not a savior, it's none of my business.
After Li Zhen made up his mind, he said seriously: "Mr. Principal, I'm sorry, I can't go."
"ah,."
Delafield exclaimed, his gray brows shaking non-stop.
He stared at Li Zhen, with questions in his eyes, and asked: "President Li, why can't you go to Washington? Now that the north and the south are going to war, the south has been prepared for it, so that the north is passive everywhere, and now it is still deploying troops and generals to fight for To recapture the lost places, President Lee is the best military commander, and the generals under your command are also excellent. With your help, we will be able to reverse the situation in the shortest time. When the time comes, the country will be unified, and we will thank you. help, and you will be a permanent friend of the Federation."
"grateful."
Li Zhen sneered in his heart, he wouldn't think so.
Between countries, there are only interests and no friendship.
In later generations, in the early days of the founding of his country, he had a very good relationship with the northern laozi, like wearing a pair of trousers or even sharing a pair of underwear. However, as the two sides developed, problems also arose.
Li Zhen has a clear mind and will not be bound by so-called 'friendship'.
Li Zhen said: "Please forgive me, Mr. Principal, I really can't go to Washington."
He immediately changed the subject and said: "If Mr. President doesn't come to me, I will come to you. I have already discussed the next itinerary with the accompanying people. Next, we will set off to Harvard University and Yale University. Learn from these two top schools and lay the foundation for Chinese schools."
Delafield still refused to give up and persuaded him earnestly: "As long as President Lee is willing to help the Federation resolve the war between the North and the South, the Federation can help you with any information or help you need."
When Rong Hong heard this, he was immediately moved.
If we can get the full help of the American Commonwealth, it will be easier for China to build comprehensive universities and there will be fewer detours.
Li Zhen shook his head in denial and said: "I have made up my mind and will not change it. Please tell the president, Mr. President, that this is the federation's own matter. As the president of another country, it is not convenient for me to interfere too much, otherwise I will be criticized by others." The accusation is just like two families' own affairs. Neither party can interfere with the other. After I visit Harvard University and Yale University, I will leave."
Li Zhen said in a deep voice: "Mr. Principal, please think about it from my perspective. I am the President of China and I am here for a visit. Now that there is a small problem in the Federation, I will intervene. This is inappropriate. There are countless talents in the Federation, and they hope to show off their talents through this battle, so I am not suitable. Principal Delafield is a smart man and understands the truth. Please forgive me."
Li Zhen firmly refused Delafield's invitation.
Zuo Zongtang stood aside and nodded repeatedly.
Zuo Zongtang had no good impression of the Commonwealth of America. If it were not for the books in West Point and the defense of the country, he would not have come with Li Zhen.
Delafield felt helpless and had no choice but to leave.
But before leaving, Delafield said again: "President Lee, please think again. I am always waiting for your good news."
Li Zhen said with certainty: "I will take people to Harvard immediately."
Delafield was disappointed and left in despair.
After Delafield left, Rong Hong said with a smile: "President, there is a civil war in the United States. They asked for help. Why not help? After all, we were invited by Lincoln. There is a certain degree of double-anti-counterfeiting." friendship."
Li Zhen said: "I have my own plan for this matter."
Zuo Zongtang looked serious and said in a deep voice: "The state is different from private individuals. If it were Lincoln's personal matter, I would definitely support the president's intervention. But when it comes to national affairs in the United States, we cannot interfere, otherwise it will easily cause a series of problems. The country and the country There are only naked interests between us, no friendship at all. In fact, I wish the United States Federation would be severely damaged, so that it would be difficult to threaten us."
Li Zhen nodded and agreed with Zuo Zongtang's statement.
Immediately, Li Zhen sent someone to ask Fang Su to come back. After a short time, Fang Su also returned to the dormitory.
Li Zhen ordered the soldiers to pack their things and prepare to leave.
After the soldiers and his entourage packed up and saluted, Li Zhen immediately said goodbye to Delafield and left West Point Military Academy. When they came, Li Zhen and his party were lightly dressed and simple. Everyone did not bring much, but when they left, they had a lot. There are several large boxes, all containing books. These books are what Zuo Zongtang, Liu Jintang, Chen Yucheng, Rong Hong and others gained in the military academy. They are the experience accumulated bit by bit.
A group of people left the military academy and headed towards the train station.
Arriving at the train station, because of Li Zhen's special status, the train station quickly arranged five carriages for Li Zhen and his party to ride. On the platform, Li Zhen and his party were waiting for the train, which would take them to the Massachusetts Station where Harvard is located. Sezhou.
"Sell newspapers, sell newspapers, report on the latest war in the South."
A boy about eleven years old was holding a stack of newspapers in his hand and was shouting everywhere.
The young man came over and Li Zhen also bought one.
The news in the newspaper is not the latest. According to the published information, the South has established a country and formed a government to declare war with the North. At the same time, the government in Washington has also expressed its attitude and does not recognize the government of the South and has called for The people in the south resisted, and at the same time, the northern government also mobilized troops to attack the southern army.
Just from the newspapers, you can already feel the tense atmosphere.
ps: The third update; the fourth update at 6 o'clock, it will break out tomorrow Monday, hey.