LRAB Chapter 35 Moral Blackmail of the British Empire's Glory
Chapter 35 Moral Blackmail of the British Empire's Glory
When Feng Jingyao, Wayne, and the British officials heard the word "crow," their expressions changed.
They finally understood why the Japanese had mobilized such a large force and were so determined to succeed. The value and threat represented by that name were too great.
A hint of weighing the options flashed in Feng Jingyao's eyes, while Wayne and the British officials looked hesitant. Was it worth it to completely break ties with Japan for a girl from the Republic of China who might be a relative of a spy?
The Japanese counselor keenly sensed their hesitation and softened his tone, but became even more forceful: "Gentlemen, as long as we allow you to take Miss Lin back for a few questions, and if it is indeed unrelated, we guarantee her safe return."
The Empire also did not want any unnecessary misunderstandings with the British Empire. This statement, seemingly a concession, was actually a strategic retreat.
Captain Wayne looked at the British official, who looked troubled and seemed inclined to compromise. Feng Jingyao also remained silent; although the Green Gang was powerful, it did not want to directly confront the Japanese state apparatus.
Seeing that the situation was about to reverse, Lin Xiaowen's eyes were filled with despair.
Just then, Han Zhenhua suddenly took a step forward and did something that shocked everyone. He suddenly reached out and snatched the Webley revolver from the waist of Sailor Jones next to him!
"Cole! Calm down, don't act rashly!" Wayne exclaimed.
As everyone and the Japanese agents nervously raised their guns to point at him again, Han Zhenhua suddenly pointed his gun at the sky and pulled the trigger!
"Bang!" The crisp gunshot pierced the sky, shaking everyone's eardrums.
"Gentlemen!" Han Zhenhua shouted in fluent English, his voice high-pitched with excitement, yet filled with boundless anger and accusation, as he brandished a smoking pistol.
Looking directly at the British officials and Wayne, he said, "The St. George's Flag of the British Empire is still flying high!"
The Times is still touting the glory of the British Empire!
Now, in the British concession under our rule, are we to abandon our responsibility to protect an innocent girl just because of a few words from the Japanese?
Where is our gentlemanly conduct?
What about the dignity of our empire?
Has the British Empire fallen so low that it can no longer even protect the girlfriends of its own citizens within its own concessions?
If we back down today, tomorrow they can grab whoever they want, anywhere! Including ourselves!
The glory of the British Empire, the dignity of the empire on which the sun never sets, must not be trampled upon!
Although Her Majesty Queen Victoria has returned to God's embrace, she is watching over us from heaven!
"If His Majesty King George VI knew that even a tiny Eastern country dared to be so arrogant in front of the British Empire, which spans 43 million square kilometers, wouldn't he feel humiliated...?"
His words struck like a whip across the faces of the British officials and Captain Wayne, and also stirred a sense of humiliation and honor in the hearts of the surrounding British sailors and the Indian police officers who rushed to the scene.
Captain Wayne's face flushed red. He waved his hand sharply, and the British sailors pointed their guns firmly at the Japanese again. Not only were their movements more decisive than before, but the bolts of the standard British Lee-Enfield rifles began to rattle loudly as bullets were loaded.
The British official's face also turned ugly and frustrated, but the pride of the British Empire restored his confidence. He firmly straightened his tie, cleared his throat, and said sternly to the Japanese counselor, "Mr. Counselor, please watch your words and actions!"
No one may take this lady away from the British concession without solid evidence and formal permission from the British Foreign Office!
This is the bottom line for the British Empire! As this gentleman said, the glory of the British Empire cannot be trampled upon!
If you insist on using force, you will bear all the consequences!
Seeing this, Feng Jingyao secretly breathed a sigh of relief and made a hand gesture. The Green Gang disciples subtly took a step forward, their attitude self-evident.
The Japanese counselor's face turned extremely ugly. He stared intently at Han Zhenhua, as if he wanted to devour him alive. This young Englishman had completely disrupted his plans.
Faced with the suddenly united British, the ambiguous but clearly pressuring Green Gang, the growing crowd, and the arrival of the concession police, the Japanese counselor knew that it was no longer possible to forcibly take Lin Xiaowen away today.
The military conflict that broke out in the heart of the British concession was a responsibility that not only he could not bear, but even the section chief, Tsukamoto Kameichi, could not bear.
He took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing his anger, and forced a stiff smile onto his face: "Alright, since you insist on this... we will formally notify your Ministry of Foreign Affairs through diplomatic channels."
We, the Great Japanese Empire and the Great British Empire, are allies. Peace is our priority. Farewell!
After saying that, he snorted coldly and turned to get into the car first. Although the Special Higher Police officers and military police were unwilling, they could only reluctantly put away their weapons and follow him away.
A major conflict that was on the verge of erupting was temporarily averted thanks to Han Zhenhua's "moral blackmail."
"Waaaaah..." With the danger over, Lin Xiaowen could no longer hold back and threw herself into Han Zhenhua's arms, sobbing softly. It wasn't just because she was scared, but also because of the shock of being recognized as his brother and the touching feeling of Han Zhenhua's selfless protection.
Feng Chengcheng watched the two embracing, her eyes filled with complex emotions, a mixture of comfort for her best friend and a hint of unspoken envy.
"Zhenhua..." Lin Xiaowen looked up through her tear-filled eyes, "Thank you... my brother..."
"It's alright, it's alright." Han Zhenhua gently patted her back, comforting her, "I'm here for you." But his heart was far from as calm as it appeared.
The existence of the real crow, and the fact that the Lin family is being targeted, all mean that enormous trouble is just beginning.
Captain Wayne walked over and patted Han Zhenhua on the shoulder: "Cole, my dear friend! You're a madman! But... well done!" His eyes were full of admiration. "You've preserved the glory of the British Empire."
A British official approached, his tone much more conciliatory: "Mr. Cole, your courage is admirable. But this matter is unlikely to end here. The Japanese will not give up easily. You'd better think of a solution as soon as possible." He then looked at Feng Jingyao, "Mr. Feng, I'm afraid you'll also need to put in some effort."
Feng Jingyao nodded: "Don't worry, in the concession, my words still carry some weight." He looked at Han Zhenhua and Lin Xiaowen, "Teacher Han, Miss Lin, this place is not safe to stay any longer. I'll take you back first."
"Thank you very much, Mr. Feng," Han Zhenhua said gratefully.
Feng Chengcheng accompanied Lin Xiaowen into the Feng family's car. Han Zhenhua, meanwhile, drove his Stipunk back to the villa on Jing'an Road, escorted by two British sailor trucks. Wayne had directly dispatched eight sailors to reinforce the villa's security.
Back at the villa, after seeing off the repeatedly thanking and embracing and kissing the restless Lin Xiaowen, Han Zhenhua had a Filipino maid take her to rest. He then sat alone in the study, his brows furrowed.
Today's events have exceeded my expectations and are completely contrary to my principles of "survival of the fittest." After this incident, I'm afraid the Japanese will immediately take notice of me. But I absolutely cannot stand by and watch my first love, Lin Xiaowen, be taken away by the Japanese. If I don't stand up for her, I'm afraid I'll never be at peace with myself for the rest of my life, and it will become a thorn in my heart forever!
Fuck you, what are you afraid of! What's the point of living if a man can't even protect his beloved first love, especially in front of those damn Japanese?
Buy a block of tofu and smash your head against a ball until you die, so you won't be a laughingstock while you're alive!