In 1860 (the tenth year of Xianfeng), the British and French allied forces attacked the capital. Later, the British army occupied the Prince Dun's Mansion on the west bank of the Yuhe River, and the French army occupied the Chun Gong Mansion at the south entrance of Taijichang. In October of that year, China, Britain, and France

After the signing of the "Beijing Treaty" ("Additional Treaty"), Britain and France established embassies in these two places respectively in the next year, which also started the history of the Dongjiaominxiang Embassy District.

Once upon a time, the neoclassical Greek-style building of the British Legation could be regarded as one of the most magnificent buildings in the capital. Although it was later surpassed by more majestic legations, who can doubt that this building has a Union Jack flag facing the wind?

What is the influence of fluttering buildings in the Far East? The Union Jack flag is particularly eye-catching. This flag constantly reminds people where this place is and what it represents.

It represents the world’s number one power, Britain!

In Asia and around the world, who would ignore the British Empire? No country dares to ignore it!

At this time, in the conference room of the British Embassy, ​​the ministers to China from the UK, Germany, France, Japan, and Russia, as well as representatives from the banks of the six countries, were having a meeting here. The meeting had lasted for nearly an hour.

"We believe that China has not stopped negotiating large loans, so of course it should not reach a loan agreement with Liuhe Company!"

After discussions between HSBC representatives Cyril and Mei Yulian for a while, Cyril came up with the idea on behalf of HSBC. In fact, HSBC is the leader of all foreign banking groups in China, including Britain, France, Germany, the United States, Japan and Russia.

The leader bank of the six-nation banking group formed. In a certain sense, the opinions expressed by him may even be regarded as the opinions expressed by the banking group.

"So, we believe that the diplomatic mission in Beijing should make an early and strong protest to China!"

Odagiri, representative of Japan Shokin Bank, added in a timely manner.

Two years ago, four banks, namely HSBC, Citigroup, Deutsche Bank, and Calyon, were established in China by the United Kingdom, the United States, Germany, and France in an attempt to monopolize loans to China. This year, Russia's Dosho Bank and Japan's Yokohama Shokin Bank also requested

It was precisely because of the joining of Russian and Japanese banks that the Six-Nation Banking Group became an institution that borrowed loans as collateral and sought to supervise China's finances and military.

"What you guys said is indeed very reasonable!"

At this time, the head of the mission, British Minister to China Jules Dianze, timely responded.

“However, we seem to have no reason to prevent the Chinese government from borrowing from the Chinese! You know, from the four-nation banking group to the six-nation banking group currently being planned, the purpose is to monopolize China’s external borrowing, but they cannot stop the Chinese government from borrowing domestically!

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"Mr. Minister, we believe that blocking this loan is in the interest of all countries, whether it is commercial or political interests!"

Odagiri emphasized anxiously that as a representative of Zhengjin Bank, he knew that the six banks were currently holding negotiations in Paris. In fact, they were "dividing the dirt" negotiations to negotiate the interests of each bank and the loan ratio. And he also

Understand that once the Liuhe loan is successful, China is likely to survive the current financial crisis. The reduced demand for large loans will lead to a reduction in the benefits obtained. Japan has never thought of relying on the interest earned from borrowing. For Japan, the most important thing is

This is used to penetrate and supervise China's financial and military power, thereby seeking political interests. Japan has already reached a consensus with Russia on this point.

The bank group's answer made Zhu Erdian look a little helpless. He glanced at Cyril, and then at the silent American Minister Jia Leheng.

While the bank representatives were whispering to each other, an American in his thirties sitting in the west corner of the conference room was looking at these people with great interest as they discussed how to put pressure on the Chinese government.

This forced the Chinese government to give up borrowing money from Liuhe Company.

This was the first time that Alport Casapes knew what the "grabbing" of the great powers was. Attending this meeting was a complete accident for Alport. The American bank that originally participated in the aftermath of the large-scale loan was Citigroup.

Bank, and when Alport left the United States, he received instructions from Morgan to intervene appropriately. Morgan could consider becoming a partner of Citigroup. However, this process was full of twists and turns. Just like a few days ago, he received another

Coded telegrams from the United States.

"The bankers are really shameless!"

After the mutterings of Wei Li, the counselor of the American embassy, ​​reached Albert Casapes' ears, he glanced at the counselor of the embassy, ​​who, like himself, was also unfamiliar with China.

“Not all bankers are this shameless!”

Albert whispered to Wei Li, and after the two looked at each other and smiled, they continued to listen to the negotiation between the minister and the bank representative.

"We believe that borrowing between the Chinese government and Chinese companies is the most normal commercial relationship. If the mission forcefully intervenes, then according to the usual principles of the US government, the United States will have to withdraw from the common reputation!"

At the right time, at the most critical stage of the conversation, American Minister Jia Leheng expressed his attitude in a timely manner, and this expression of attitude, if viewed by an outsider with a fair stance, is undoubtedly the most beneficial to China. In fact,

Whether it is the past four-nation banking group or the current six-nation banking group, the United States has only one position, which is based on commercial interests.

"I think we can solve this problem outside of this option!"

Zhu Erdian quickly said that he knew that the attitude expressed by Jia Leheng, as the minister to China, actually came from the instructions of the State Council. Now the president and Congress think it is inappropriate for the banking consortium to request China's financial supervision power, and Congress is even discussing whether to

Instruct the representative of the Bank of America to withdraw from the banking consortium, so all his remarks must be in line with the position of the United States.

Zhu Erdian also understood that if the six-nation envoys came forward to directly influence the Chinese government to borrow money from Liuhe Company at this time, it would inevitably lead to a more violent reaction in the United States.

"I personally feel,"

Turning his attention to Cyril, Zhu Erdian said in a serious tone.

"Business matters can be solved by commercial means! What do you think? Mr. Cyril!"

After pondering for a moment, Cyril and Mei Yulian discussed quietly for a while.

"If we can get support from the mission and at the same time, banks in China refuse to undertake any foreign exchange business, I think the problem can be explained!"

"Old treacherous and slippery!"

Listening to these words, Albert muttered in his heart.

Refuse to undertake the exchange business. In that case, no matter how much money Li Zicheng has, at least in China, neither he nor the Chinese government will be able to exchange the huge sum of money paid to him by Mr. Morgan into silver, and what China implements is

In the silver standard, without silver, such a huge US dollar promissory note is just a piece of waste paper.

"Exchange!"

Suddenly, Alport's eyes lit up, and the coded telegram he had received a few days ago that "the government may order the Bank of the United States to withdraw from the Six-Nation Banking Group" resurfaced in his mind.

Maybe this is an opportunity!

However, the change in his expression did not fall into the eyes of Wei Li who was sitting next to him. Noticing the change in Alport's expression, he immediately understood the source of Li Zicheng's huge wealth.

Why did Albert, who seemed to have no interest, suddenly look excited?

Others' rejection may mean an opportunity for Morgan Bank.

Half an hour later, at the end of the meeting, during the break before the meal, Wei Li walked up to Alport and looked at him with a smile. "Mr. Casapes!"

"Hello, Mr. Wei Li!"

"Congratulations, now they have given you an extremely huge business!"

Well! Opening his eyes, Albert looked at the counselor of the embassy in front of him in surprise.

"Mr. Wei Li, what are you talking about?"

What did you say? If Morgan didn't know the decision of the US government, he wouldn't believe it even if he was beaten to death. Wei Li smiled at him mysteriously.

"I think Washington will make major decisions in the next few months!"

"oh!"

In response, Albert shrugged his shoulders and said.

"I am just a businessman, or banker. For me, who is far away in China, it is difficult for Washington's decisions to have much impact!"

he knows!

Although Alport did not say it out loud, Methodist still firmly believed that Alport was aware of the change in Washington's attitude towards the Six Nations Bank Group.

"However, Mr. Alport, as a friend, I would like to remind you that even if you are reluctant, you still need to maintain the most basic consistency, otherwise, I am afraid it will not be conducive to your future business development!"

"This is……"

"This is the advice of a friend, at least it is not clearly stated in Washington. I hope you can understand this!"

When turning around, Wei Li even emphasized it again.

"I think that's New York's opinion too!"

The reason why he was reminded like this was because Wei Li understood that there was an inexplicable connection between Li Zicheng and Morgan Bank. Almost all of his funds were deposited in Morgan Bank, and it was Morgan Bank that had been responsible for his exchange.

Business, and for the interests of the U.S. banking industry in China, he had to remind him that U.S. banks would not be able to withstand the suppression of banks from various countries on their business in China unless the government gave clear instructions.

"I guess I'll follow the instructions from New York!"

When he said this, Albert muttered in his heart.

"Old friend, come back from Tianjin quickly!"
Chapter completed!