Six hundred and thirty-nine. The ball given by the duke
!There are irreconcilable contradictions between Britain and France. When war comes, such contradictions will be hidden, and once the crisis is over, all contradictions will surface.
De Gaulle is facing such trouble.
Baron Alexander came too badly. His appearance disrupted all the steps of the organization he led.
The British attitudes have become so ambiguous now, especially after the Royal Rowing Club, and they even ignored the French.
De Gaulle had clearly felt the arrival of the crisis.
In addition to the United Kingdom, France itself is also full of unknown variables.
After the return of Baron Alexanderson, the Germans adjusted their way of rule in France, becoming softer and more humane.
The French, who had no strong will to resist, began to accept the current situation as the Germans' attitude towards ruling changed.
And this is what Charles de Gaulle is most worried about.
A completely Germanized France.
The current situation makes De Gaulle anxious, so even if he is unwilling to do so, he has to continue to put his hope on the British.
But these damn British people.
De Gaulle asked for it three times before finally meeting British Prime Minister Mr. Churchill again.
But when he talked about the "storm" that happened in the Royal Rowing Rowing, Churchill had already interrupted him and emphasized the word "royal".
This is a traditional sports meeting organized by the British royal family to target all British people and to cultivate the tenacity of the British. Even the British government cannot intervene. As for the sudden appearance of Baron Alexanderson, even he himself does not know.
Churchill was telling the truth, you should know that Baron Alexander's sudden appearance at the Royal Rowing Club caused Churchill and the government he led to fall into a great passiveness. However, Charles de Gaulle was not willing to believe the British.
Deception, this is simply deception!
De Gaulle did not want to put his discomfort on his face. He patiently explained his opinion. The general meaning is that Britain and France are the most determined alliance and the central force against the Axis powers led by Germany. The current British approach is likely to destroy this solid alliance.
When Churchill heard this, he just smiled coldly.
Britain and France are the most determined alliances and the central force against the Axis powers led by Germany?
When the French government announced its surrender, if it weren't for Britain, Churchill could not think of any other country willing to treat the Free French movement. For France, Britain could be said to have almost paid for it.
But now, France has put itself in a position that is comparable to Britain.
This is really ridiculous.
Despite the unhappiness, Churchill was not ready to let the guests see these things: "Mr. Charles de Gaulle. I must once again solemnly remind you that we have never been involved in any incidents, and never thought of destroying the traditional friendship between Britain and France. Everything we do is to help France. I must also solemnly declare that everything at the Royal Rowing Club has nothing to do with us. Are you going to blame a girl who is only 16 years old?"
De Gaulle didn't believe it at all. But now he has to rely infinitely on Britain, but he has to forcefully control his inner displeasure: "Mr. Prime Minister, I believe every word you say, but the war has reached this point, and Germany is our common biggest enemy. Even if you are not going to arrest Baron Alexander, I still suggest you can expel him."
Churchill was silent: "Mr. Charles de Gaulle, do you know how popular Baron Alexander is in Britain now?"
Seeing Charles de Gaulle shook his head, Churchill smiled bitterly: "Today' Mr. Wickslandon, Duke of Westminston, will prepare a dance party at his home, and he also invited me. I was not going to go at first, but now I must invite you and me to go there."
Charles de Gaulle didn't know what the dance party hosted by the Duke of Westminston had to do with this conversation, but when he saw Churchill saying so seriously, he couldn't help but nod.
Although, he didn't know what he would see at that dance.
When night fell slowly, war-torn London regained its firepower.
Even though London's nightlife cannot be compared with American cities like New York or Las Vegas, it is still full of lights and wine in certain specific places.
For example, in the Duke of Westminston's estate.
Almost all the figures of the London upper class gathered here, which was their greatest enjoyment in the war.
When Charles de Gaulle and Churchill walked into the Duke of Westminston's estate together, he realized that the British Prime Minister was not an amazing person here.
The guests who arrived early all surrounded a young man and were constantly asking questions there and listening to the young man answering their questions.
And this young man is undoubtedly the most distinguished guest specially invited by the Duke of Westminston:
Baron Skeleton - Ernst.
Alexson.
Feng.
Bryme!
De Gaulle heard someone ask, "Hissar Baron, how do you view the relationship between England and Germany?"
Then, Gaulle heard Baron Alexander's answer: "I always think that Germany and Britain should be friends. Both countries have always had traditional friendship in history."
"But, there were two terrible wars between Germany and Britain!" Baron Alexanderson's words were interrupted.
De Gaulle saw Baron Alexander smile on his face: "Brothers often fight for some conflicts, but this does not hinder their friendship. Ah, when I said this, I suddenly remembered that Britain and France had fought for a hundred years, but every time France encountered danger, Britain was always the first to rescue him. Doesn't this tell me the problem?"
The British, who have always been proud, have obviously smiled on their faces.
The British were most proud of that time, twice, to assist their former enemies in France.
Therefore, many British people regard themselves as their benefactors of France. Now Baron Alexander has suddenly reached their hearts.
But Charles de Gaulle's mood suddenly became heavier. He clearly felt the provocation of Baron Alexanderson.
But looking at the British people's enthusiasm, he couldn't help but worry even more.
However, the British's problems were obviously not over. They kept asking about the relationship and existing problems between Britain, Germany and France. It seemed that they would never give up if they didn't figure it out.
But the damn Baron Alexson seemed to have no idea that fatigue was answered very carefully no matter what kind of questions he asked, and was targeting France everywhere.
Finally, after these damn questions that Charles de Gaulle didn't want to hear, another British lady asked: "Hisser Baron, do you regret releasing British prisoners on the battlefield?"
"No, I never regretted it, madam." Baron Alexander was kind and courteous.
He said, "I will still be like this even if I do it again. I heard that in the UK, someone called me the last gentleman. Gentlemen are absolutely not allowed to appear on the battlefield. But in accordance with the spirit of chivalry, I will make the right choice without hesitation and release all those I am willing to release without hesitation. Even if this person will eventually take my life."
When Wang Weiyi said this, there was actually not a single truth.
But now he has to do this.
Sure enough, his words won applause from the British present.
"Hey, gentlemen, ladies, the dance has begun. Are you going to be so tangled with Baron Alexanderson?" At this moment, Mr. Wicklandon, Duke of Westminston, appeared with a smile on his face: "Okay, please give the Baron some free time..."
The laughter sounded, and the wives of the gentlemen dispersed one after another. Of course, there were still many beautiful ladies and ladies who kept calling towards Baron Alexander.
"Come on, Mr. Baron." Wickslandon brought Wang Weiyi aside: "I think you have recognized our Prime Minister long ago. And this, the leader of the Free France movement, Mr. Charles de Gaulle."
This was the first time Wang Weiyi stood with Charles de Gaulle face to face. He smiled and stretched out his hand: "Hello, Mr. Charles de Gaulle."
"Hello, Marshal Ernst." De Gaulle reluctantly stretched out his hand.
He specifically called the other party "marshal" to remind the British not to forget the military identity of Baron Alexanderson and not to forget the current Baron Alexanderson is still the common enemy of Britain and France.
Churchill understood what the other party meant at once, but the veteran politician remained unmoved: "A enemy full of charm and popular in his hostile country, right?"
Wang Weiyi smiled faintly and said nothing.
"Mr. Prime Minister, can you come here? I have something to say to you." The Duke of Westminston seemed to have made a special decision to leave free time for Baron Alexander and Charles de Gaulle alone."
When the Duke of Westminston and Churchill left, the atmosphere between Wang Weiyi and Charles de Gaulle was a little awkward, and no one knew what to say.
After all, Charles de Gaulle couldn't help but ask: "Mr. Baron, do you really think the war will end soon?"
"What do you think, Mr. Charles de Gaulle?" Wang Weiyi asked back.
"No matter how the situation develops, I will fight to the end for free France!" De Gaulle replied without hesitation: "For example, the Free France Movement and the French National Liberation Committee, I am not greedy for any rights, but I understand my responsibilities. A new regime must take on the heavy responsibility of commanding France's war. The times have given me this sacred duty, and I will live up to it. I will exercise my powers in the name of France, and only to defend France."
A passionate truth made Wang Weiyi drowsy. He finally waited for Charles de Gaulle to finish his words: "Mr. Charles de Gaulle, I do not deny that you are a brave man, but I think peace is the first priority. Without peace, everything is an illusory castle in the air. Now, peace is coming, aren't you going to welcome peace?"
"I welcome the true peace with my hands and I will defend it with my life." De Gaulle said without hesitation: "But I doubt the peace you brought this time
"Is that true?" Wang Weiyi smiled: "I don't quite understand what you mean. Mr. Charles de Gaulle, everyone has seen Germany's sincerity in peace. Is it the only one you haven't seen? For peace, Germany has given up a lot. We don't care about giving up more. At this point, the United States and Britain have seen this."
De Gaulle sneered, saying that there were many words that could not be said directly.
In fact, what is Wang Weiyi and his Germany going to have, the United States can see, and Britain can also see, but for each other's interests, the two countries still accept Germany's "peace".
Even, they will turn from enemies into allies. But what about France? Who will guarantee France's interests?
Perhaps in order to pull the energy out of the British battlefield as soon as possible and pull Britain and the United States to the side of their alliance, Germany will make some concessions on the issue of France, but these concessions have absolutely nothing to do with the Free France movement. De Gaulle is confident in this regard.
Wang Weiyi suddenly asked: "Mr. Charles de Gaulle, what do you think of the Miselier incident?"
De Gaulle was stunned for a moment. The "Miselier Incident" was a deep hidden scar between De Gaulle and Britain, especially Churchill.
Lieutenant General Miselier was one of the first people to defect to Charles de Gaulle, and he was also a person with a "difficult" personality. He was in his sixties when he arrived in London, but his beard was dark, his eyes were bright, and he was relaxed and relaxed all day long, showing a pirate style. In his professional field, he was indeed very talented, so Charles de Gaulle appointed him as the commander of the Liberty French Navy. However, this Lieutenant General was a self-respecting character with great power and face. He believed that his military rank was higher than that of De Gaulle, but after he arrived in London, he became a subordinate of Charles de Gaulle politically and militaryally. He was always dissatisfied and often did things that exceeded his authority and was very unpopular within Free France.
In the early morning of New Year's Day in 1941, the lieutenant general was suddenly arrested by the British authorities. The British Intelligence Agency obtained four documents, one of which stated that Miselier sold the plan for expedition to Dakar to the Vichy authorities; the other was his attempt to hand over the "Surkuf" submarine to the Vichy government; the third was his proof that he received £2,000 in compensation for undermining the recruitment plan for African naval forces.
Because Charles de Gaulle was spending New Year's Day with his wife and children in the countryside, Churchill decided to immediately throw Miselier and several of his subordinates into prison.
Whether this matter is true or not, it is an act of ignoring the sovereignty of free France. De Gaulle received a notice from the British side the next morning and immediately expressed great indignation and asked the British side to release the person immediately. But Churchill was furious and did not listen to anyone's opinions, shouting, "I really want to hang him immediately!" Three days later, De Gaulle submitted a memorandum to General Spears, pointing out that the documents proving the guilt of the lieutenant general were forged. The British side panicked and stepped up the investigation. By January 8, De Gaulle issued the most important issue to the UK to the UK on January 8.
The ultimatum demanded the immediate release of General Miselier, otherwise, Free France would be willing to cut off all relations with Britain! But at this time, the British side had found out that these documents were indeed forged by two intelligence officials who had personal grudges with the lieutenant general! For this reason, the British side had to release the lieutenant general in embarrassment, and Churchill personally came to Charles de Gaulle to apologize to Charles de Gaulle on the morning of the 9th and handed over the two spies to Charles de Gaulle. Charles de Gaulle might have forgiven the matter at the time, but he had always been upset about the British side's ignoring the sovereignty of the free France.
Soon, he ordered all British people working for free France to be fired. Britain and France took great efforts in diplomacy to make the stubborn general take back his life.
Although this matter has been resolved, it has become an indescribable scar between Britain and France, just like several previous events.
At this time, Wang Weiyi suddenly mentioned the "Miselier incident", actually telling him not to be so confident about the British-French alliance. The British appeared in front of the French as a savior.
Charles de Gaulle looked at Wang Weiyi coldly for a long time before sneering: "Mr. Baron, I'm sorry, I think we still have a chance to continue to face each other in the future, but I don't want to be on the battlefield."
"Even on the battlefield, I don't have anything to worry about." Wang Weiyi said with a smile.
Looking at De Gaulle's angry back, Wang Weiyi smiled faintly.
At this time, a waiter came to his side and whispered after handing Wang Weiyi a glass of wine: "Everything is arranged."
Wang Weiyi said "happy".
"The plan is a bit dangerous, and it will be forced to use another of our trump cards, and it may also be exposed. After all, this matter will completely involve the Free France movement."
"Then what can I worry about?" Wang Weiyi took a sip of the wine in his glass: "To solve these problems, the Free France movement must be the first to be solved, otherwise they will continue to make trouble. But fortunately, the alliance between Britain and France is definitely not as strong as outsiders think."
"Yes, I get it, but I'm still worried about the stubborn de Gaulle."
"Do not worry, I will deal with this person!"
Chapter completed!