Chapter 1095: One Wave After Another

There is no doubt that France’s move to mobilize will have extremely far-reaching effects on Britain, and it is unlikely that the two countries will have exactly the same interests. Still, on the colonial question, there was a general agreement.

It is necessary to think in terms of the worst possible outcome, both on the basic premise that Britain must retain complete control and be above the power of the French state, which cannot be confined to a comparison between mainland France and mainland Britain.

The French Embassy in London, Ambassador Sevitt smilingly expressed the original intention of attaching importance to the views of England, “In the colonial question, France and England are together under pressure, and should be warmed up together.”

“It is difficult, we understand French policy in principle, but we have to take into account the views of the Americans as well. The situation in Europe still needs American help.” Alan Wilson, with a hard look on his face, elaborated on how difficult the diplomatic environment was for Britain, which was still clinging to the Iranian issue.

This way! Seltzer’s smile did not diminish, meaning inexplicably, “In fact, Sir Wilson, we judge you to be a pro-European faction of the British government, the judgment may not be right, but the United Kingdom to say a few words for France, the same is for the United Kingdom, the Iranian oil crisis of the Basra meeting, France has always been firmly in support of the United Kingdom, is not it?”

This? Alan Wilson didn’t reply, with a noncommittal expression, it was clear that this line of argument was not going to impress him.

“If your wife knew that you had a mistress in Paris and an illegitimate child.” Seltzer had a look of exclamation on his face.

“You’re threatening me?” Alan Wilson’s face changed and his attitude became impolite.

“Even the two movie queens of Woodpecker Pictures you ……” Seltzer pointed at Allen Wilson with a face of envy and jealousy.

“I merely made the mistake that all men make. But to hold me hostage with this, the French have made a mistake.” Alan Wilson was jittery in his heart, but his face was cold as ice, not ready to compromise in the slightest.

“Sir Wilson misunderstood, France is a romantic country, the French are not willing and will not disturb a …… or more than one true love. I can assure you that not many people know about this.”

Seltzer’s expression slowed at the situation and held out a memo, “Sir can take it away now, I can guarantee that there will be absolutely no back up from French intelligence, and even the two ladies, Heidi and Ingrid, will be taken care of by the government, and there will be support for them in terms of policy.”

“Of course the sincerity goes much further than that, this is an order for Comet airliners for Air France, French Africa needs to maintain the Paris routes, and for the sake of the greater European idea, we certainly can’t go with Boeing America, who has a strong stance against the colonies.”

Seltzer kept bringing out several memos, which included orders for Comet airliners, as well as sharing the progress of French research on top of smoothbore cannons, the Paris Motor Show was about to open and British cars were expected to shine, and the list of conditions went on and on.

Half an hour later, the two men walked out of the embassy together, and Seltzer, with a look of admiration, said, “We look forward to Sir’s good news, and to the flourishing of our two countries in the field of trade and commerce.”

“The deep friendship of the French makes it impossible for me to ignore the current difficulties facing France, and as an implementer of the idea of a greater Europe, I am duty-bound to do so.” Alan Wilson said this and mused for a moment, “About Britain, France, Germany, and Italy jointly launching shipbuilding standards and patent protection at the EEC meeting?”

“That’s what France wants to do.” Seltzer righteously said, “As Sir said, the United States is supporting Japan because it wants to balance the influence of Britain and France, and use Japan’s advantage in low wages to squeeze Europe’s industries. A move that jeopardizes the interests of European countries is something France will never agree to.”

“Very good!” Alan Wilson nodded with satisfaction, holding a dozen or so memorandums involving trade and economics in his hand, expressed his gratitude for France’s firmness, and then turned to leave.

First he had to send a telegram to Northern Rhodesia first, and when he arrived at the Foreign Office, he learned from Wick that because of conflicting opinions, the Cabinet meeting on the promulgation of the mobilization order by France had ended up with little result.

In the harbor of Toulon, the first French troops, who had sped to Algeria, embarked, singing the Marseillaise, under the watchful eyes of the inhabitants of Toulon, for Algeria, which was not too far away.

Almost at the same time, the leaders of the former independent countries of French Africa, have openly sided with France, “In fact, everyone knows that Algeria is different from the other colonies, that is certainly France itself, an integral part.”

These only last year from the French independence of one of the founding fathers, every one of the performance of the Vie France look forward to, every one of the de Gaulle doctrine is a strong advocate of the former lesson is not far away, they do not want their own country, by the French army swept even a pole can not find.

“I can’t get any free time.” Tired Alan Wilson rested his chin on Princess Margaret’s fragrant shoulder and complained in his ear that he had given too much for his country.

“No free time here? There’s time at Pamela’s.” Princess Margaret pouted, with crystals still on her red lips, the aftermath of the lip-smacking she had just done.

“What are you talking about, Your Highness? I don’t want to see Your Highness at all times.” Alan Wilson embraced Princess Margaret into his arms, one hand lightly placed on top of the mountains, feeling the care from the royal family, thankful, “Even if it is for me to die for the sake of Britain’s interests, I personally have absolutely no second thoughts, and the only regret may be …… ”

Listening to the whispering in her ear, Princess Margaret could not help but blush, shaking her head and whispering, “I have to be concerned about the reputation of the royal family, it is not that I am unwilling, I also want my own child.”

“Yes, I am still your brother-in-law.” Alan Wilson was very bitter and whispered consolingly, “Take your time, I believe there will be a way, when I climbed to the position of cabinet secretary general, I will have enough power to protect the privacy of your highness.”

“Shameless!” Princess Margaret leaned into the man’s arms, feeling the warm palm of her belly laughing and cursing, isn’t it true that the man said so? As if having children for this man was an obligation yes.

Alan Wilson how can not have business to come over to see Her Royal Highness, he now does have a business operation, hope that Princess Margaret can shoulder the responsibility of the royal family, as the convener of this competition.

“The Cape Town Motor Rally?” Princess Margaret looked shocked, “Let me be the convenor.”

“Her Royal Highness, an important member of the British Empire’s royal family and beloved by the citizens, used her influence to convene this event, allowing the world’s major car companies to bring out their best cars to join this event.”

Alan Wilson slowly opened his mouth, “Pamela will be the main sponsor of this event, and the convenor, it is not Her Highness, we can’t have Her Majesty to personally focus on this event, Her Majesty has her own responsibilities. Her Highness is more suitable.

The French had gone so far as to threaten him before, which in turn inspired him to reverse himself and decide to copy the French rally.

The latter-day Dakar Rally, known as the game of the brave and the toughest rally in the world. As the toughest and most adventurous motorsports, it is known all over the world and is eagerly watched by more than half a billion people around the globe.

On the one hand, organizing such an event would go some way to solidifying Britain’s influence in Africa, and on the other, it would be an advertisement for British off-road vehicles, especially Land Rovers. As for the Japanese Toyota, which has only just started to develop small cars and has not yet made much progress in off-roading, it is not qualified to participate in the race.

Binding the off-road vehicle to Land Rover through this one race and setting up a first impression will definitely be beneficial to the development of Land Rover vehicles. Spending is naturally necessary, but this expense is not huge for Pamela Mountbatten.

Maintaining Britain’s traditional influence in Africa, plus the benefits it could bring to her own industry, why not do it? If Princess Margaret was willing, the preparations would begin after this year and the tournament would officially open next year.

Half an hour later, the two emerged laughing and joking, still talking about the organization of the car rally in a very cordial atmosphere.

“How are these new agents?” Alan Wilson asked Her Highness for her opinion as she walked.

“Much better than the previous group.” Princess Margaret was pleased and nodded in favor of the replacement Five Branch agents.

“And most importantly reliable.” Alan Wilson dropped his heart when he heard that, “Especially with Her Highness’s safety in mind, no amount of care can be too much.”

With you, my brother-in-law’s unfailing care, I’m the one who feels insecure! Princess Margaret’s mind was broken.

The news of the opening of the mobilization order in France was at once replaced by this martial arts competition in the automotive world.

Pamela Mountbatten opened the press conference for the Mountbatten Group’s move to organize an automobile rally with the most adventurous sport of all, “Only the bravest riders, with the best mounts, will be the final winners of this test of spirit and endurance.”

Lusaka, as the capital of Northern Rhodesia, this place didn’t seem to have been affected by the Katanga war. Elizabeth Square, which seemed like a European city, had an unusual number of female figures.

Ten kilometers to the north, a large number of Slavic males, loaded with guns, rushed north in Land Rover Defenders forming a huge procession, with towed artillery and a long line of trucks behind them.

“Off duty!” Alan Wilson stretched out of his office and greeted his coworkers, “Something for tomorrow.”

Another day of nothing today, the telegram from Northern Rhodesia would have to be dealt with tomorrow even if it was delivered. What urgent business could there be in the colonies? Impossible, simply impossible ……

One thing led to another, and the chaos in the Congo seems to have widened as more than 40,000 armed men from Northern Rhodesia crossed the border and stormed into Katanga province while France angrily initiated mobilization orders over Algerian affairs.