1932: Playing with the Japanese Communist Party with a doll

After the emperor and his minister discussed topics such as the "Kwantung Army Group," "Northeast Immigration," "Domestic Economy," "China's Layout," and "Relations with the Soviet Union," Hirohito brought up one thing:

"Kaneshi, have you heard about what happened in the United States?"

"Hmm? America? American girls? Hey, Your Majesty, let me tell you, these American girls are really amazing, with big breasts and nice butts, and it's so fun to play with them..."

"Well...""

Hirohito was speechless.

Although, she is indeed a big foreign girl from the United States;

It's just that this foreign girl is about to become the new president of the United States;

No, according to intelligence, she has almost been "designated" as the new president of the United States, but the procedures have not been completed yet.

Hirohito automatically ignored the dirty talk that Fujiwara no Kanezane had said before, tapped the table, and emphasized:

"I'm talking about Springfield, the woman who's going to be the new president of the United States."

“Oh, that woman…”

Fujiwara Kanemi scratched his head, looking innocent: "What's wrong with her?"

"Did you meet her when you were in the United States?"

"I didn't see it when I was in the United States, but I heard about it when I was about to come back."

"Oh? What kind of person is he? What are his habits? What kind of people does he usually hang out with?"

Hirohito asked anxiously.

Since Japan's industry and agriculture are highly dependent on the United States, it is no exaggeration to say that if the other side sneezes, Japan will catch a cold.

Therefore, His Majesty the Emperor cannot afford to be indifferent.

However, according to Hirohito, the future president of the United States seemed to have a different political stance from them...

"Well... I just heard that she's big, perky, and plump... No, she's very respectable. At least that's what the veterans I talked to said."

"what else?"

"Uh... let me think... He cares about the poor, is very approachable, and often hangs out with ordinary people..."

When the word "people-friendly" was mentioned, Hirohito's face instantly darkened, his mood suddenly became bad, and his impression of Haruta also became much worse.

Because this word reminded him of his younger brother Yongren.

That person, relying on the banner of "being close to the people", gained a very high reputation among the middle and lower classes in Japan, but Hirohito could never act like that;

Therefore, Hirohito's support rate among the grassroots, especially in the "bottom-level system", is far inferior to that of Yongren!

Therefore, His Majesty the Emperor feels annoyed when he hears this word.

As a result, the new president of the United States is such a bastard? Damn woman!

"So you think this woman is a socialist?" "How can I be sure? It's all hearsay anyway."

Fujiwara Kanezane spread his hands and said:

"At least, that's the side of her that she presents, and it's very popular with the public."

This sentence made Hirohito's unhappiness disappear completely.

Yes, at least this side is shown, and it is useful. For politics, isn't that enough?

Just like their policy in Northeast China.

Hirohito did not like the Chinese, or rather, he looked down on the Chinese today, but if he found that he could gain benefits by pretending to be nice, he would not be incapable of adapting.

(Mai Dashuai: You’re right, so you can still be approachable—under the threat of my big stick)

Thinking of this, Hirohito told Fujiwara Kanezane what had just happened in Shanghai and asked:

"...Kaneshi, in your opinion, what are the Americans planning to do?"

"It's obvious that they intend to compete with us for the right to speak, to win the hearts and minds of the Chinese people, and then to compete for military, economic and political interests in China..."

His Majesty the Emperor frowned:

"Are you saying that the Americans intend to use soft tactics to cultivate a brand new pro-American regime and establish a new puppet government?"

"Yes, Your Majesty. That was how it was when the Boxer Indemnity was returned, and it's the same today..."

Someone explained the Boxer Indemnity in detail again, and then said with a serious face, without any sign of the mastermind behind it:

"...This will please the Chinese, so that even the Chinese government will have no reason to refuse the American demands. This way, they can open more factories, recruit more workers, occupy more land, and reap more benefits..."

"For an industrial power like the United States, a country like China, with its large population, vast territory, and abundant resources, can gain access to a vast market with just a small investment;"

"In this process, China itself will also develop, and the Chinese people will also gain many benefits, making them more receptive, less resistant, and more pro-American... This is what I think the Americans are going to do."

"If my guess is correct, they will most likely contact the Kuomintang directly, or even cultivate a new Kuomintang. It all depends on what Her Highness the Saint thinks."

"In short, this method of slowly squeezing the living space of the Great Japanese Empire can be called a top-level Chinese conspiracy... Your Majesty, the Americans have experts within their ranks, so we must also step up our efforts..."

Later events confirmed Fujiwara no Kanezane's judgment, which greatly increased his fame and trust. However, upon hearing about such a huge and malicious plan (for Japan), Hirohito's brows furrowed even more.

"So what do you think we should do?"

"Declare war on the Americans directly, send the navy to attack Hawaii, defeat the US Navy, and then land on the US mainland to directly trigger the Great Wall... No... How about the "Cang Hai Heng Liu" dungeon?"

Well, after all, the Great Wall Watch dungeon has been triggered. Although it is a trial version, not the full version.

...Jianshi, what nonsense are you talking about? Pay attention. "Huh?

Even so, why do I have this strange feeling that "this plan seems to be quite good"?

"Hey, hey... If you want me to give you some advice, there's only one way: give them a taste of their own medicine."

"Use the same method...you mean..." Hirohito understood.

Learn from the Americans' conciliatory policies and cultivate one or more hardcore pro-Japanese regimes!

Isn't this Manchukuo?

etc?

Could it be that Kanezane's "Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere" strategy spread to the United States, and then the Americans learned from us?

Hirohito felt complicated for a moment, thinking he might have guessed the reason.

The drastic changes in the situation in China made the Emperor, who was not very smart to begin with, even more confused.

The Communist Party won a landslide victory, the Kuomintang suffered a crushing defeat, Shanghai was deadlocked, and the Americans intervened...

In this way, in addition to the founding party, the Communist Party of China and various warlord organizations, China will have at least one pro-Japanese regime and one pro-American regime; it will be completely divided.

What's more, if the Americans took action themselves, would the Russians in the north just sit there and watch?

Can the British, who always like to stir up trouble, resist interfering? What about the French?

What about the Germans?

besides...

Phew... This is difficult. Many policies need to be adjusted, and they have to be adjusted.

Fortunately, I have such smart, capable, and loyal family members... "Yes, Your Majesty, although our Great Japanese Empire cannot catch up with the Americans in national strength, there is one thing we are definitely far superior to them."

Fujiwara Kanezane raised a finger and said proudly:

"That is, our understanding of the Chinese people, Chinese culture, and Chinese history is far superior to that of those European and American white people. Only we know how to make the Chinese people truly serve us."

"Therefore, if we want to defeat the Americans, we must hide ourselves behind the scenes as much as possible, not arouse the resentment of the Chinese people, and win the support of the people and powerful groups, so as to counter the pressure from the Americans;"

"Otherwise, if the Americans find an excuse to intervene directly, activate their massive industrial production capacity, and arm a Chinese army with American equipment, we will be in a difficult position."

—Hirohito couldn't help but shudder at the thought of the scene of millions of "Chinese American soldiers" armed to the teeth charging at the Japanese army.

No, we absolutely cannot let that happen!

"Of course, in addition to this, we must also find a way to bring the Germans and French in, establish good relations with them, and ask them to help counter the power of the Red Soviet Union. I believe they will not refuse;"

"As for the conflict between Germany and France, that's not something we need to consider. Anyway, the relations between the Germans and the British, the British and the French, and the French and the Germans are not good..."

Did you even take all of this into account?

Little Jianshi, little Jianshi, you're truly a think tank all on your own! "What other ideas do you have?! Jianshi! Tell us all!"

"Well, while doing this, we must also adjust our policy toward the United States and maintain as much friendship with them as possible, at least until we are strong enough to compete with them."

"...We have always done this, but the Americans will not sit idly by and watch us become stronger."

Hirohito nodded, then shook his head.

If the Americans and the British had not pressed Japan hard, would Japan have signed the humiliating Washington Naval Agreement?

Why do they persecute?

Isn't it because they are worried that the Japanese navy will become stronger?

This is just a sign of Japan's growing strength. If it really becomes strong, the Americans will definitely use more violent means to attack Japan.

"No matter how difficult it is, we must do it. For the sake of the Empire's strength, some sacrifices are necessary. Also, Your Majesty, the United States will soon have a new president, and it will be a woman."

Fujiwara Kanezane reminded:

"Women, no matter how strong they are, are still women. They are bound to have weaknesses in their character. This is our opportunity. Send more people to say nice things to her and do things that suit her character. She will always soften her heart a little."

Yes!

A brand new president who seems so "naive" is definitely easier to deal with than an old fox like Hoover, right?

Moreover, she may not know much about Japan, so the first impression is very important.

Thinking of this, Hirohito looked at the tall and handsome Fujiwara Kanezane and said: "...How about sending you there when the time comes?"

"Of course I'd be happy to, hehe..."

Looking at Fujiwara no Kanezane's lazy and smiling appearance, Hirohito smiled and shook his head, feeling much more relaxed.

Support China, be pro-American, ally with France, ally with Germany. What is the fifth policy? Hirohito can figure it out on his own without anyone telling him:

Resist the British.

The whole world knew that the Americans wanted to take away the British's position as the world hegemon, and Hirohito was certainly aware of it too.

So, why not take advantage of the contradictions between Britain and the United States, Germany and Britain, France and Britain, and Germany and France to gain living space for Japan?

Moreover, the British, who are dogs and birds, are also Japan’s major economic rivals in China;

In order to defeat this rival, we should discuss with the Americans and work together to find a way to defeat the British, and then discuss dividing up the Chinese market!

It's a pity that because of the American intervention, things like the "Manchurian Incident" can no longer be done easily, or at least not so blatantly.

However, this is also a good thing, as it prevents those bastards in the Kwantung Army from becoming more powerful. If they really continue to expand their power, there will be no second "Hachimangu Kanezane-oh" to check and balance them.

Hirohito thought step by step in the direction that Fujiwara no Kanezane hoped. Digging a huge hole for the Emperor and even the entire country to jump into was something someone was very skilled at, and it was not worth mentioning.

In short, the Americans acted so "internationalist," "socialist," kind, and generous, how could the Soviets not follow suit?

If you don't follow me, how can you still say that you are a socialist country that aims to achieve communism?

If you don't follow, do you still want the CCP or China to follow you?

The Americans did it, the Soviets followed suit, and how could Japan, which already regarded China as its private property and always cared about its reputation, not follow suit?

If you don't follow suit or do the opposite, you can tell what the Chinese will do in comparison.

At present, Hirohito certainly did not want to see that happen, and Fujiwara no Kanezane would not allow it to happen.

Don't follow?

You have to follow whether you want to or not!

However, compared with the wealthy United States and the resource-rich Soviet Union, the pressure on "poor imperialist" Japan to keep up with the pace of the United States and the Soviet Union is enormous.

It is often said that competition, especially healthy competition, is one of the important tools to promote the progress of individuals and even the entire human race.

Don’t you see how humane and advanced the US and the Soviet Union were during the Cold War, trying to prove themselves to the world as “beacons of humanity”? Compared to what came later, they were so humane and advanced.

Nowadays, under such pressure, and under the manipulation of certain forces who do not want to reveal their identities, even the Japanese would probably have to be a little more human!

If this doesn't make them a little more anthropomorphic, then I, Teng, will have to make them human-like.

304 Palace Rebellion

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