1932: Playing with the Japanese Communist Party with a doll

We can't just withdraw all the military and administrative personnel from Jiangxi to manage North Korea and Taiwan, right?

If you don't develop your main base well and go to separate bases, you will be beaten to death by the computer if you play the game like this.

So, it’s all the Communist Party’s fault.

Hirohito knocked on the table in dissatisfaction:

"Kaneshi, you are a royal family!

"No, even the royal family wouldn't use them to death like this. Your Majesty, the empire has so many elite talents, why do you have to keep targeting me alone?"

Fujiwara no Kanezane scratched his scalp in a very unpresentable manner and showed it to Hirohito:

"I can manage the Northeast, and at best North China, but that's my limit right now. I don't want to lose all my hair at such a young age.

If other people saw this scene, they would be so shocked and envious that they would be speechless.

Putting aside this obvious "impertinence in front of the emperor," others have tried to become "King of Korea," "King of Northeast Taiwan," and so on, but you, the "Heavenly King," His Majesty the Emperor, has forced them into your arms, and you actually refuse!

Obviously, the feudal emperors did not understand either the mentality of the later generations or the mentality of a communist. They could only secretly sigh at the other party's weirdness and temporarily gave up forcing them.

Kanezane himself said, "For now," but maybe in two years, he'll be free and willing to take over?

Hirohito automatically ignored Fujiwara no Kanezane's sloppy behavior, which would have gotten anyone else fired in a matter of minutes:

"Then you have to tell me how to best resolve the North Korea and Taiwan issues.

"Didn't I say it before? If we can't send more troops, then the best way right now is to let them become independent in name only and join the Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere. This can temporarily appease the people, eliminate resistance, and also expand our sphere of influence.

“I’m worried about losing control after independence.

"It's nominally independent. Besides, it's not a big problem. North Korea is suppressed by the Northeast. Even if all the local troops are withdrawn, the 129th Division can move south to suppress it at any time. As for Taiwan..."

Fujiwara Kanezane paused:

"The Taiwan issue is more troublesome and not as easy to deal with as North Korea.

“How do you say that?

"I only discovered after my visit to Taiwan this time that those idiots don't understand the slightest bit of appeasement or economic development. All they do is kill. It would be strange if the people didn't resist. This must change.

"you mean..."

"I'm too lazy to take over, but I can send someone over to help keep an eye on Taiwan's 'independence reform' to prevent those idiots from causing more trouble by pretending to obey but actually disobeying.

After hearing this, Hirohito felt relieved and said with a smile:

"Who are you going to send?"

"I've been sorting through some information these past two days and discovered a talented person named Ozaki Hidemi, who is the Minister of Housing and Urban-Rural Development in my area..."

As he spoke, Fujiwara no Kanezane introduced all the information about Ozaki Hidemi to Hirohito - his father was an important aide to Taiwan Governor-General Goto Shinpei, he had lived in Taiwan since childhood, he was very good at Chinese studies, etc.

On the surface, Ozaki Hidemi was undoubtedly a "good family man" with a good family background, so Hirohito was very happy to hear it and approved it immediately:

"Yes, since he is the talent you recommended, let him be the Governor-General of Taiwan.

"Forget it, Governor. Since we want independence, we still have to do a good job of superficial preparation. Besides... we also have to consider the sentiments of Taiwan's local bureaucrats."

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Thinking of the troubles caused to him by those bastards in Taiwan, Hirohito's face darkened:

"That's true.

In that secret letter, Fujiwara no Kanezane had clearly stated that he wanted to put the blame on Nogi Maresuke and others and protect Nakagawa Kenzo and others.

This fell within the realm of "palace fighting," which was Hirohito's forte, so he quickly figured out the key points and understood Fujiwara no Kanezane's "dilemma."

"That's it, then. Ozaki will be the deputy of the Taiwan Administration in the future, but he will hold the actual power. You will be in charge of how it is implemented."

“I understand that.

"That's it for the Taiwan issue. What about North Korea? Do you have any candidates on your side?

As for the even more troublesome chaos in Korea, Hirohito could no longer tolerate it and called the army generals to scold him countless times.

waste!

waste!

So much money was invested, so many people died, and they couldn't even pacify North Korea!

All the money Xiao Jianshi earned in Northeast China was thrown into the water of North Korea by you bunch of rubbish!

That's all my money!

My!

The culprit who caused Japan and Hirohito to suffer heavy losses and the militarists to suffer heavy casualties pondered for a while:

“There is one.

"Who?"

"Syngman Rhee.

"Syngman Rhee? Who is this person?"

"This man is an anti-Japanese activist. He once plotted to assassinate me. He seems to be in Germany now, preparing to travel to the Soviet Union to seek Stalin's help and seek Korean independence through diplomatic means."

"ha???"

Hirohito was stunned:

"Kanemi, what are you thinking?!"

"Your Majesty, please listen to my cunning... ahem, please listen to my explanation..."

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After understanding the personalities and relationships between Kim Gu and Syngman Rhee, and learning about the internal strife among the Korean resistance fighters, Hirohito understood Fujiwara Kanezane's plan:

"Are you saying that we're using the name of independence to actually support Syngman Rhee and stir up internal strife among the North Korean resistance?"

"Yes, not all resistance fighters hate the Empire of Japan. As long as we offer a little sweetener, some will definitely take the bait. This Syngman Rhee is one of them...

The most important thing is that Li Kaka poses no threat in the military, political, humanities, and economic circles, but he is a master in the world of anthropomorphism.

Under the rule of this primate-like creature, the North Korean people will surely be more inclined towards the Northeast, which will contribute to the complete integration and permanent peace of the peninsula.

Hirohito thought for a few seconds, his head started to hurt again, so he simply gave up:

"Okay, then this matter..."

"I do not care.

"I didn't ask you to do that! Can you please contact that Mr. Li?" "Well... okay, then I will do it with reluctance..." "Well

Hirohito smiled secretly in his heart.

Since they've already made the connection, it makes sense for them to mediate, right?

Since I'm already mediating, then there's no problem with me being in charge of the negotiations, right?

Since I'm in charge of the negotiations, then supervision of the operations is also necessary, right?

Now that we have already supervised the operation, then...

Anyway, in the end, the North Korean issue will have to be handed over to Xiao Jianshi.

Xiao Jianshi, ah Xiao Jianshi, you are still too immature in some aspects.

In this way, Fujiwara no Kanezane easily seized the power to control the future path of Korea and Taiwan without being "willing".

Independence, independence, or damn it, independence, what a beautiful thing it is.

494 The New Governor's Show of Strength

After discussing Taiwan and North Korea, and some other international affairs, this "audience with the emperor" was almost over.

At this moment, Fujiwara Kanezane suddenly seemed to remember something and asked:

"Your Majesty, what are your thoughts on the Ministry of the Navy and the Naval General Staff?"

"Huh?"

Hirohito was slightly surprised.

Why did you ask this question?

In addition to the reasons mentioned above, there is another reason why Fujiwara no Kanezane reassured and trusted Hirohito and believed that he had no undue ambitions:

Hachimangu Shrine almost never takes the initiative to interfere in any "internal affairs of Japan" (at least on the surface), especially major personnel issues.

As we all know, in Japan, people may ignore other things, but personnel struggles are something that every ambitious political participant will not let go of.

But Fujiwara no Kanezane seemed to have no interest in this. No matter whether it was a military candidate or a political candidate, Hirohito had never heard of anyone being able to get through to him.

what is it today?

Although he felt it was strange, Hirohito did not think much about it and simply answered the question he had discussed with the other party before:

"Let's wait a little longer, it's not the right time yet.

As mentioned before, in order to expand the influence of the imperial family within the navy, Hirohito inserted Prince Fushimi Hiroyoshi into the high-level navy to preside over the "Regulations Revision" with the intention of having him replace Taniguchi Naomasa as the "Chief of the Naval General Staff";

However, as Fujiwara no Kanezane established a "Republic Navy" in the Northeast, the pressure on the imperial family suddenly decreased, and the Togo faction's excessive power became the main contradiction;

Therefore, in order to balance the power, Hirohito used his usual "bad boy tactics" (promise not to refuse and not to take responsibility) to suspend the plan of Prince Hiroyoshi, who was too close to Togo, to completely take charge of the Naval General Staff.

Of course, adjustments will have to be made eventually, but we have to wait until the Dongxiang faction is even weaker, or preferably until Dongxiang dies.

"oh"

"So what do you want to ask?"

"No, it's nothing. Uncle Bogong found me a while ago and wanted me to help him with this matter..."

After confirming the answer, Fujiwara no Kanezane sold the one from Fushimi Palace without hesitation.

Because he knew very well that in this matter, there was no such thing as "suspicion", "palace fighting" or "caution" at all!

Hirohito was going to let Prince Hiroyuki take charge of the navy sooner or later, he just delayed it a little bit. To put it bluntly, as long as he did nothing, the position would eventually belong to Prince Fushimi.

But unfortunately, Prince Hiroyuki, who was impatient and lacked information, did not realize this and hurriedly ran to Fujiwara no Kanezane for help, which gave someone the opportunity to cause trouble.

"Fujiwara no Kanezane took the initiative to intervene in personnel issues" and "Hachimangu was forced to speak out under pressure from his royal relatives" have completely different effects!

As expected, Hirohito was stunned for a moment and his face suddenly became much gloomier.

Fushimi Palace..Fushimi Palace..

This damn stallion, already the de facto "Chief of the Military Affairs Department," isn't satisfied and is actually seeking even greater power and status?

Although I did intend to do so, you can't take it until I give it to you!

What I give you is yours!

He even tried to influence Hachimangu Shrine!

What on earth do you Fushimi-no-Miya want to do?

ha!?

Two of the four "backup imperial families" have already died out (Prince Katsura and Prince Arisugawa), and the Yamadasaka Palace is also on the verge of collapse. Are you, the populous Fushimi Palace, having some inappropriate thoughts?!

Hirohito, who was already wary of the "Fushimi Palace System" for various reasons (especially his own childlessness), now felt even more disgusted.

If Prince Bogong had not been useful, for a moment, he really wanted to destroy him directly.

"Kaneshi, what do you think?

"Well "

“I know you don’t like to talk about these things, but I want to hear your opinion now.

"Well, I think since Uncle Bogong is so willing to serve us and he's a relative, let him do it!"

Damn, if Fushimi-no-Miya becomes too powerful, it won't be good for people like you and me who have few children...

Hirohito sighed inwardly and was about to enlighten the young man, but then he heard Fujiwara Kanezane say:

"...Anyway, there's no one else in the navy besides Uncle Bogong. No matter what, family members are always more trustworthy than outsiders, right?"

That... is true.