Chapter 348: We need supplies!

"We have some shortages of supplies, what should we do now? You know, now we have more than 10,000 mouths waiting for dinner. At most, if we don't get new supplies within five days, we must leave here immediately, or we can only go ashore." Over the past few days, Major General Ford, who is full of red face, seems a little melancholy at this moment.

The waterway to Jiangning Prefecture had already been blocked tightly by the Qing general Fu Kang'an with countless fishing boats, warships, artillery, iron chains and other messy things. Even if a small sampan wants to pass, he must use his toes to pass carefully.

As for the rear route, it is still very smooth. Every day, Major General Ford will send a sufficient squadron to patrol outside the Yangtze River estuary to prevent the rear route from being broken. However, Liang Sanhuai told the British with certainty that they did not need to worry about this. The important thing is that as long as they do not over-angry the empire, their rear route will be very safe, because the Qing government and even the emperor of this empire would not want them to leave on their own initiative.

Yes, he was able to show off his power in the center of an empire, but the other party only dared to hide in the distance, looking at the British Empire's fleet with hatred and fear, and he didn't even have the courage to attack. You know, this is a huge empire with population and territory that surpasses the entire West. It is like a leisurely stepping, eating the soft flesh of the fierce shark's ribs. This fierce shark has no way to take it. This feeling is really pleasant.

But now, a new problem is that Major General Ford received a report from the service officer, and the food was a little insufficient, which made him nervous. Soon, an emergency meeting was held in the flagship conference room for this matter. Liang Sanhuai, the resourceful Chinese translator, has become a guest of such an important meeting for the British, because he has proved his value with practical actions, and his suggestions seem very substantial to the British present.

"I support going ashore, look. Although there are many Qing troops on the banks around us, they are all so vulnerable. As long as we look for a town to launch an attack, I believe that we can get enough supplies from there and even surplus." Henry, the colonel of the British Empire Army, said, while pursing his thin but blood-free lips, his gray eyes deep into the sockets, like the evil spirits sucking blood at midnight.

"I agree with the colonel's suggestion. This is the best way for us to solve the current dilemma," a naval officer stood up and agreed with Colonel Henry's suggestion. However, Major General Ford rubbed his forehead. Although he also thought Colonel Henry's suggestion was very good and normal. They had done this a lot in India before, but for some reason, he felt that something was inappropriate, but he couldn't say what was wrong.

"I agree, after all, we cannot leave here and return to Macau or Luzon to provide supplies. In this way, the empire will think that we have retreated or been scared. Therefore, we cannot leave here and can only provide supplies nearby." Stondong clenched his fists and danced to increase his persuasion. "Let our soldiers attack and let the army of this empire know that our British Empire's army should not be underestimated."

Stangdong's passionate speech was approved by many officers, but the empire ambassador Macartney locked his eyebrows and subconsciously turned his head. He saw Liang Sanhuai sitting in the inconspicuous corner next to him. He keenly captured the anger, disdain and contempt contained under Liang Sanhuai's calm face.

This made Macartney feel a little embarrassed. Yes, he knew that although Liang Sanhuai hated this government and emperor that ruled his nation, he loved this land and this nation, so this was a normal mood, so he had to do something, at least explain, and let Liang Sanhuai not treat himself and others as a group of robbers.

Although their behavior is no different from that of robbers, they have to wear a beautiful coat to embellish them, at least they should be more beautiful and more noble.

"Dear Liang, you don't seem to agree with Colonel Henry's suggestion. I can understand your feelings." Macartney cleared his throat, took out a pack of cigarettes from his arms, handed one to Liang Pengfei's hand, and said carefully.

"No, dear ambassador, I don't agree with Colonel Henry's suggestion because it's so... stupid, yes, this adjective can highlight how bad this suggestion is.

If you do this, you will put yourself in a completely embarrassing situation and will also anger the hatred of this nation towards you. And, it is getting farther and farther away from what you hope to get..." Liang Sanhuai's voice was not loud, but at this time, everyone could still hear Liang Sanhuai's words clearly. Almost at the same moment, everyone turned their attention to the only non-European person here: Liang Sanhuai.

There are contempt, disdain, doubts, and of course, there are anger. For example, Colonel Henry feels that he has been insulted. "What are you saying, Liang, do you know that you are insulting a soldier, an officer of the British Empire, you damn yellow pig. Do you have the courage to stand up and pay the price for what you said?" Colonel Henry waved his hands excitedly and clenched them into fists. He was angry as if he was seducing the red eyes of the Spanish bullfighting with red eyes.

"Doesn't there be no way to accommodate anything except violence and killing in your mind?" Liang Sanhuai stood up and looked at Colonel Henry, who was stopped by several officers without fear.

"I'm going to kill you! Give me a gun!" Colonel Henry's face was so red that blood almost dripped out. As he moved, the fake flying on his head fell to the ground at some point, revealing his half-bald, ugly forehead.

"Enough, I said enough!" Macartney shouted in anger and instantly made the originally messy conference room become deserted.

"Col. Henry, I hope you can maintain the reserve of an English gentleman. And you, dear Liang, you should not insult a British officer like this, which will not do you any benefit. Although you have a magical means..." Macartney knew very well that although Liang Sanhuai was not as strong and strong as Colonel Henry, Macartney once saw Liang Sanhuai encounter several British sailors who disliked him one day on the deck. As a result, the three strong and fierce British sailors dislocated their arms, and another one was thrown into the sea. The kind of skill that made people just feel that the opponent had fallen down when they were just in front of them. Liang Sanhuai told him that it was called martial arts. Although Macartney did not understand the term martial arts very well, he knew that this Chinese, who did not look very strong, contained amazing power in his body. He did not think that Colonel Henry would seek any favors under his hands.

"Amprovement, you misunderstood. I am not targeting someone. What I am targeting is just this stupid suggestion." Liang Sanhuai said without changing his face. He raised his head and faced Colonel Henry's crazy eyes that could almost shoot out the steel knife, the corners of his mouth slightly raised. Although he wanted to take this opportunity to make this British idiot suffer a little, it seemed that there was no chance, which made him feel very regretful.

"Oh, well, I hope to hear an explanation that makes me and the officers present feel reasonable. Dear Liang, as a friend, I hope you don't make things difficult for me and our friendship." Macartney frowned and said unhappily. He had lowered his posture, why is this guy so ignorant?

"If you follow Colonel Henry's advice, then what do you think the courts and people of this empire will react." Liang Sanhuai did not continue to keep an eye on it, but said sharply: "If you do this, you will only be regarded as a group of robbers by this country and the nations on this land, just like the Japanese pirates who rush to the coast of this continent more than two hundred years ago."

"Do you think a country will condescend and negotiate with a group of robbers? I know that there are pirates in Europe. When dealing with pirates, your government will use guns to deal with them, or use the paper, pen and medals in your hands." Liang Pengfei's voice was not high, but it seemed very powerful. Moreover, every word of his words made these British men unable to find any flaws, and made them understand that Colonel Henry's suggestion was indeed very stupid.

"No country or government will negotiate with robbers, and if you do that, then this empire with a large population base and a million troops will be angry about it. If they do not care about the price, then I don't think we have a chance to leave alive."

"So, can you have any better suggestions than this? Mr. Liang, I heard that you orientals have always been good at that so-called strategy. I want to know if you understand it too." Colonel Henry sneered. Although he had calmed down now, his suggestions made the Chinese who had thrown him into the face refute it in a complete manner, which made Colonel Henry so angry that he shot this guy to death.

Unfortunately, this Chinese is highly valued by Macartney, and Major General Ford has a good relationship with him, so although he cannot do that, he does not mind causing more trouble for this self-righteous Chinese.
Chapter completed!