Chapter 490 State Banquet (Fourth update, please subscribe)
A whirlwind swept through Washington, and even the entire United States, in the last month of the 1940s.
At the Washington Airport, when Li Yi'an and Margaret stepped out of the cabin, the British princess, dressed in Hanfu, immediately set off a whirlwind.
This whirlwind is the same as the whirlwind Margaret set off in Europe...a whirlwind of fashion.
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington.
When the Chrysler car drove into the White House, Li Yian walked out when the concierge opened the door. Then, Margaret walked out of the car. In an instant, Margaret, dressed in Hanfu, attracted everyone's attention. Although Hanfu is traditional, after Dior's redesign, it has become more fashionable and can highlight female lines.
For Margaret, who was born in the royal family, she has long been accustomed to being noticed by people. Under the gaze of everyone, she and Li Yian walked into the White House one week. Under the constant flashing lights, they Entering the White House from the north porch, Mr. and Mrs. Truman were waiting there to welcome them. .
"Welcome, Mr. President!"
Truman still shook hands gently with Li Yian as before.
“Thank you for your hospitality, Mr. President.”
The reception Li Yian mentioned was referring to the state banquet in the White House - this is definitely the top banquet in the world.
Following the banquet schedule, led by Mr. and Mrs. Truman, they went upstairs to the Yellow Oval Hall to hold a family cocktail party before attending the banquet.
Waiting until they reached the Yellow Oval Hall, Truman looked at Margaret and said.
“When I first met Li, I was still thinking about what kind of woman could subdue him. Now, the moment I see you, I understand that only a woman like you can conquer him. Only such a beautiful and elegant lady can make him willing to sink."
Truman's compliment made Margaret glance at Li Yi'an and thought... Let him sink? Maybe, this guy is not someone who would give up the forest for a tree.
"Mr. President, thank you for your compliment. In the past few years, I have heard Li describe the friendship between you countless times. I have always looked forward to meeting you and your husband."
Mrs. Truman on the side also While the two first ladies were chatting intimately, Truman personally handed Margaret a glass of wine and smiled.
"This time you made it a big deal!"
You knew what he was talking about without asking.
Shrugging his shoulders, Li Yian said.
"There is no way. If things don't get bigger, Nanyang will be betrayed next."
"What?"
Slightly startled, Truman looked at Li Yian strangely and said.
“Why?”
Li Yian said after taking a sip of wine.
"This issue needs to be traced back to the U.S. occupation of Japan. Now Emperor Mai has always regarded himself as the father of rebuilding Japan. In order to achieve this goal and realize Japan's revival, Emperor Mai not only asked the United States to provide him with a large amount of assistance, but also Advocates for easing war compensation and lifting designated compensation for most Japanese munitions factories. "
When it comes to Emperor Mai, Li Yi'an doesn't mind giving him eye drops.
“In fact, since the end of the war, judging from the humanitarian aid provided by the United States and the assistance from the United Nations Relief Administration, Japan has received far more assistance than its Asian allies, and Emperor Mai is still providing Japan is doing its best to obtain assistance. With the increase in assistance, Japan will become the most important partner of the United States in Asia. In this case, I must consider the interests of Nanyang. "
Looking. Truman was thoughtful, and Li Yian did not continue. Truman asked rhetorically.
“Are you worried that the United States will choose allies based on the cost of aid in the future?”
"Creditors come first. Those who owe 1 billion are definitely not as important as those who owe 2 billion." Li Yian said with a smile.
"But Li, the United States is considering the whole of Asia, not just Japan. I and everyone in Washington are convinced that in the future of Asia, Nanyang is the most important Partners."
"But Emperor Mai will influence his friends! You must know that for the sake of Japan, he even stopped the withdrawal of the occupying forces in Kyushu. "
This is not a fabrication. In fact, the reason why the occupying forces have been stationed in Kyushu has a lot to do with Emperor Mai's support. With dwindling U.S. forces in Japan, he needed occupying forces to fend off the Russian threat.
When it comes to hating, Li Yian, who has been a keyboard warrior, is extremely good at it. In recent times, the issue of Tangshan has been a hot topic in Washington, and many politicians believe that Truman needs to be responsible for this.
This... must be true!
Truman was good at remembering his gratitude, but he also held grudges. Of course he remembered the incident when Principal Chang sent someone to bring US dollars to support Dewey and build momentum for Dewey.
Now... Li Yian is just looking for a scapegoat for him.
After taking a sip of champagne, Truman understood the other person's thoughts, nodded slightly and said.
"Indeed, this is indeed a problem, but you can rest assured that there is no ally more important to the United States than Nanyang, and it is even the only one we can place hope on, just like this year's aid."
After thinking for a while, Truman added.
"As for Mike, in the near future, he will no longer be your problem, and the Allied occupation of Japan will be in a different way."
Success!
Although there is no suspense about this result, it is a bit unexpected!
Originally he thought it would take a lot of talking.
After all, friends belong to friends and country belongs to country.
Truman may give Nanyang some help in terms of territorial expansion and assistance, but when it comes to issues of principle, he will definitely not give in.
"Mike has many friends, but he also has many enemies."
Truman's answer solved Li Yian's doubts.
"And considering his long-term tenure in Japan, it is also inappropriate, especially when his decision harms the interests of its allies. Although the United States is strong, the United States still needs friends."
Subsequently, Truman emphasized again.
"Li, my term will end in the next few years. In Washington, you must have more friends. I invited many people to today's banquet. You must establish a certain relationship with them. Friendship, this kind of friendship will definitely help you."
Truman is indeed a very good friend. Li Yian was naturally very moved by this arrangement, so he took the initiative to invite him.
"Harry, my friend, I hope that in the days to come, you can visit Nanyang, whether as president or as a friend, this invitation is forever, Harry you will always be That will never change, my old friend!”
Faced with this invitation, Truman naturally would not refuse. When accepting the invitation, he pretended to be mysterious and said,
"By the way, Lee, get ready. You are going to New York in the next few days to attend the United Nations. There are some matters that you need to deal with.”
The United Nations?
What happened?
Just when Li Yian was confused, a staff member came in to report that everyone had arrived.
Then Truman and his wife invited Li Yi'an and his wife to go downstairs together. After passing Grant's box, the four of them arrived at the porch hall. When the U.S. Navy band played the welcome music, they slowly walked in with the music of "Salute to the Commander". State Banquet Hall, the Nanyang national anthem also started playing when entering the State Banquet Hall.
(End of this chapter)