Chapter 688 I’m the best at doing stupid things (second update, please subscribe)
When it comes to Malaya, Li Yian even has some doubts about life - those who used to balance the , where are the British Empire bureaucrats who are so proficient in playing games?
It is true that Attlee is a fool.
But the question is, what about those imperial civil servants in the British Empire?
What about those imperial civil servants who regard themselves as the imperial elite and can steadily control the country no matter who the prime minister is?
Where have they gone?
Don’t they know what balance is and what constraints are?
In response to Li Yian's complaints, George VI did not speak. He just silently took out his cigarette, lit it, took a puff, and then motioned for Li Yian to continue.
“Since returning to Malaya, Britain has been walking on the edge of losing control, and its political system has been very biased towards the Malays from the beginning. Hugh Clifford, British High Commissioner to Malaya British administrators were even reminded that they were serving the Malay Sultan The invitation was in Malaya and therefore served the Sultan there, while the Tangs and Indians were temporary immigrants brought by the British for commercial reasons..."
This is the typical mentality of the British, don't say They favored immigrants from the Tang Dynasty, and they didn't even bother to ask about the Tang people.
Li Yian continued.
“In order to minimize operating costs in Malaya, the colonial authorities tended to allow the “provisional” Chinese communities a great deal of autonomy in a variety of internal matters, including internal policing – the colonial authorities allowed gangs The gangs police their respective areas, but there is an understanding that the gangs will not operate outside of these areas and if these are breached, they may bring UK law into play. To some extent, this is the case between the UK and the US. The police model in Chinatown may still exist today. "
"In terms of education, the reason why the colonial authorities allowed a Chinese-medium and community-funded education system was because they did not bear any costs themselves. The language of instruction is still Chinese, and the curriculum is Chinese, as it is intended to educate those who will eventually "return to Tangshan." Only at the secondary school level, English is the language of instruction, and the curriculum is British, as is the ultimate goal of the students. In order to prepare for studying in Cambridge, there are very few such people. They exist only to serve as a communication channel between the British and the Tang people."
"In terms of social security, the Tang people. The social safety net of the community was provided by the clan system and industry associations of the Tang people. In other words, the colonial authorities did not pay anything to the Tang people at all, but what did they get?" br>
Listening to Li Yian’s rhetorical question, King George VI asked.
"What did Britain gain?"
"It gained a prosperous Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Malacca. These places were all built by Tang people without exception, and with Tang people as the mainstream, 95% of Singapore's population They are Tang people, 85% of the population in Kuala Lumpur are Tang people, and more than 80% of the population in Penang and Malacca are Tang people, but what about now?..."
Li Yi'an sneered.
“The authorities claim that the Tang people are temporary immigrants, so they should expel all the more than five million Tang people. Is this realistic?”
You know the answer without asking, George VI sucked He took a puff of cigarette and said nothing.
"And what are the authorities in the Federation doing now? They are trying their best to please the Malays. From the perspective of the Federation, the proportion of the Malay population is far less than that of the Tang people. The proportion of the population of the Tang people is more than 45%, while the Malays are only 44%. If Including Singapore, then the Tang population will account for about 70% of the entire region. Your Majesty, how can you make the Malayan Commissioner choose to support the Malays and abandon an ethnic group that accounts for the majority of the population? "< br>
At this time, Li Yian didn't even bother to complain about the short-sightedness of the British. Did those guys make such stupid decisions because their heads were kicked by donkeys?
The mood is similar, their heads may actually have been kicked by a donkey. You must know that if you look at what Britain did after World War II, it is basically the kind of thing that even if you get kicked in the head by a donkey, you may not be able to do it.
In another world, just looking at what the British Empire did after World War II would make people doubt-is this something done by the British Empire that has held world hegemony for more than 100 years?
“There is something wrong with that.”
Although he did not deal with government affairs, George VI also knew what all this meant. How did they do this stupid thing of only supporting one party and suppressing the other?
“It’s not a problem, but a hidden danger. After the British choose the Malays, will it cause a dominant Malay family? Will Malaya fall into chaos in the future? If the Malays Asia is in chaos, so what kind of relationship will they maintain with the United Kingdom? Will the dominant Malays care about the United Kingdom? "
It doesn't matter whether it is a hidden danger or not. The important thing is to make the British feel that this is a hidden danger, that is the most important thing.
Listening to Li Yian's rhetorical question, King George VI thought for a while and said.
“So, there is a need for balance?”
"At least we cannot let the Malay family dominate."
Nodding slightly, King George VI said.
"It seems that you are indeed ready to intervene in Malaya!"
After that, he turned to look at Li Yian and said.
“But you have to know that Alide is a typical politician. He did not let you enter Malaya just to let you get involved in Malaya. He must have some agenda, and there may even be something else. Conspiracy.”
Facing the reminder from his father-in-law, Li Yian smiled and said.
"I know, thank you for the reminder, Your Majesty."
If you want to eat meat, sometimes... you really need to take some risks!
“Sometimes, some risks are unavoidable. Rather than being unavoidable, it’s better to take some risks!”
“What risks to take?”
Just at this moment, a voice came over, it was Princess Elizabeth, and Princess Margaret behind her heard their conversation from a distance.
"He is a guy who is unwilling to remain calm."
Margaret looked at her sister, Princess Elizabeth, and said.
“Always like adventure.”
“A quiet life is always extremely boring.”
Princess Elizabeth winked at her sister. In fact, she was very jealous of her sister because of her courage and the adventures she had taken. She even imagined what would happen if she were in her place.
She was full of anticipation and nervousness for such an adventure. These two feelings could easily make people suffocate with excitement, but she couldn't!
After all, she is the British Crown Prince, and her identity and status determine that she cannot take risks!
It’s so irritating!
"Lily, Mary," Li Yian laughed as he looked at the sisters walking over.
Every time he sees Elizabeth, Li Yian has only one wish in his heart - if only he could have a long standby like her!
“It’s not an adventure, it’s just an attempt.”
Li Yian said with a smile.
"Well, I'm not interested in what you talked about with His Majesty, but..."
Elizabeth looked directly at the man in front of her as if there was no one around and said,
"What kind of gifts did you bring? Mary said, you prepared a lot of gifts."
Looking at the little boy in front of her, Li Yian smiled as Her Royal Highness the Princess asked for gifts like a girl.
"You will definitely be satisfied. If you are not satisfied, then...well, I will prepare more gifts next time."
Li Yian, who originally wanted to take advantage of his words , as soon as the words came out of my mouth, I realized that my father was still beside me.
"If I have the opportunity in the future, I will go to Chang'an to get it myself."
Princess Elizabeth said as she walked toward George VI to pay.
“Dear!”
Princess Margaret waited until the two of them left, then walked to him and said softly.
“That worker has been waiting for your arrival.”
"Well,"
Li Yian said with a slight nod.
“I know, but before meeting him, I want to meet another person first.”
“Another person?”
Princess Margaret was stunned. , said in surprise.
"Is there anyone more important than him?"
"Of course,"
When Li Yian nodded, he only heard Elizabeth standing in front say.
"Mary, he is going to see Fatty Qiu."
Li Yian was taken aback by Elizabeth's words.
This woman... deserves to be the king who has been waiting for the longest time in the future. She can actually make this judgment from a few simple sentences.
It’s really...
At Windsor Castle that day, Li Yian accompanied his family and enjoyed the snow scene here with the children. For the children who had never seen snow before, The scenery of this ice and snow kingdom was enough for them to cheer for.
Facing the long-lost snowflakes, Li Yian, who was also very happy, became like a child. I happily played in the snow with the children.
Looking at Li Yi'an, Margaret, and the children playing in the snow, Elizabeth's mood became a little complicated, and her eyes followed them involuntarily.
At this moment, a snowball suddenly hit her, and Mary said.
"Lily, let's have a snowball fight together."
Soon, there was laughter in Windsor Castle, and Elizabeth also started playing with them, while Philip stood far aside. Looking at it, it seems that all this has nothing to do with him. In fact, he now hopes to return to London more than being in Windsor Castle.
After all, London is the place he likes.
After having fun with everyone for a long time, just before dinner, Li Yi'an received a telegram from Chang'an.
After taking a look at the telegram, he put it in his pocket. Margaret noticed his actions and walked up to him and asked,
"What's the matter? Is there something wrong?"< br>
“It’s okay.”
Li Yian shook his head and said.
“Mindanao is ours.”
When he said these words, the corners of his mouth raised, with a proud look on his face, and his eyes involuntarily turned to another place, but inadvertently passed over Elizabeth's body...
(This chapter End)