Chapter 1067: The Old Man and the Stubborn Donkey
"Isn't it? We are making rapid progress, but it is also thanks to you, otherwise I really don't know how long it would take to finish the selection."

Gao Zhendong smiled and shook his head: "What I said was just like a blind dog bumping into a pile of shit. I never thought that you could find treasures just by digging in the soil in China."

Lou Xiaoe wrinkled her nose: "Your metaphor is so disgusting... Anyway, this bubble... that thing was still hit by your words."

Speaking of this, Lou Xiao'e seemed to remember something.

"Zhendong, you said that in our country we can find treasures just by digging in the soil. Does that mean we can't let foreigners take these things away casually? Otherwise, wouldn't the loss be too great?"

Hey, Gao Zhendong really admires his wife, she is so sharp. This matter is a long story and it is not that simple.

"Well...what you said makes sense. We really need to pay attention to the control of these things. Biological samples and biological products are a kind of resource. They can't go out casually, and they can't come in casually." Gao Zhendong nodded.

"Then do you think I should write some suggestions like I did last time?" Lou Xiao'e is a person of action. She will take action as soon as she thinks about it.

Gao Zhendong waved his hand: "Don't rush for now. My suggestion is that you wait until you overcome the difficulties and have achieved certain results in the research of β-lactamase inhibitors before bringing up this matter. That will be more convincing, don't you think?"

It was a close call, I almost said the name of that thing, fortunately, even if I said the name, others would not understand it, because that thing does not exist yet, and the name of that thing will definitely not be the original name, it may be replaced by a very earthy name, such as "rod-chain inhibitory enzyme" or something like that?
As for what Lou Xiao'e said just now, there is no need to rush. In a short period of time, it would not be easy for others to dig it out. Even if they strip naked, they may not be able to get in smoothly, let alone be taken out.

Judging from the research speed of Lou Xiao'e and her colleagues, it should be completely in time.

As for the Russians, who have easier access, their approach is somewhat different from that of the West, so there is no need to worry too much.

"Yes, yes, yes, you are really thoughtful." Having results as examples and not having results are two different things.

After saying that, Lou Xiao'e began to serve the food: "Come on, this is a big happy event, have a couple of drinks for me to cheer me up, hahaha~~~~~~"

Only Lou Xiao'e could think of this way of celebrating.
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In April, there were many more variables for the world situation which was in the midst of the Cold War and full of uncertainties. Europe was still mainly talking big, and there were actually no major changes. The pressure was the greatest there, and people were even more afraid to make any big moves. However, the situation was different in Asia.

Just this month, Gaul and we announced at the same time that the two countries have formally established diplomatic relations, sent ambassadors to each other, and will carry out more cooperation and exchanges in more areas.

This caught the Citigroup and John Bull off guard, but as for the Russians, it was okay because we had already informed them in advance. The tone was very gentle, but the meaning was very simple from the content - I am notifying you, but not discussing with you.

However, the Gauls may have been in a state of rebellious stubbornness, or they may have been afraid of complications, so they did not notify the Americans in advance. After all, there were no Russian troops on our land. But before the Gauls withdrew from the Treaty of Oceania in 66, there were American troops stationed on their land.

The idea of ​​garrison does not only mean that there are other people's troops on one's own land, but also means that they can use this as an excuse to do more things.

So we can handle this matter calmly, taking into account the emotions of other countries in the camp and not being afraid of any dangers. But the Gauls have a lot of things to consider.

Even the Citigroup guys didn't receive the notice, let alone John Bull.

The Citigroup members who saw the announcement from both sides felt a stinging pain as if they were stabbed in the back. Their general summoned military and political staff to White Hall to discuss the matter. As for the economy, he did not consider it. There was no economic matter to discuss with the Orientals.

"This is bound to happen sooner or later, my commander-in-chief. Ever since the Gauls announced their recognition of the East and sided with the Orientals in the general direction during the naval conflict with the Southern Monkeys, this is something that was bound to happen. It's just a matter of time." Compared to him, his staff were more calm and composed. Isn't this an obvious thing?

In fact, the then leader of the Citigroup was extremely well-known in later generations, mainly because his thinking became more broad physically. As for his own abilities...

Let’s put it this way, a person who almost all forces in the country hope can have a creative mind, it’s not certain that he has strong abilities. Not everyone is capable of being the crippled leader of S2.

He has many slogans and wants to do many things, but he has not really accomplished much. The most impressive thing he did was probably scaring off the timid Xiong Suizong during the cigar missile crisis.

"But this has brought us severe challenges, and the attitude shown by the Gauls in this incident is a disregard for our dignity." The head of Citigroup expressed great dissatisfaction.

His political adviser shrugged his shoulders. "The Gauls have always been like this. It's not surprising. Since that man came back to power, they are not as easy to control as John Bull."

Compared with the Gauls, John Bull has been struggling with small moves, but when he is cowardly in front of the Americans, he is really cowardly, and his military equipment is becoming increasingly dilapidated. It can be seen from the size of their naval fleet that it has been shrinking.

"Can we disrupt their diplomacy? For example, let people from the Langley Center take action." The commander suggested.

The military man shrugged his shoulders: "I don't think the Langley Center can play much of a role in this matter. At the same time, I don't think the incident created by the Langley Center will have a substantial impact on the handshake between two such powerful countries." He held back a word in his heart - at the same time, I don't think the Langley Center will listen to you that much.

"What about politics? We need a little politics."

"It's useless. If politics worked, this wouldn't have happened." His political aide shrugged.

"Then I need an assessment report on what impact this incident will have."

"I can tell you the general impact now, my respected Mr. President," said his political aide.

"The two countries will find many opportunities for cooperation in the gray areas and political cracks between the East and the West, and will exert their influence on various international affairs. They may even become a special channel and lubricant between the East and the West, gaining their own interests on both sides..."

"We don't need them as a channel between us and White Bear!" said the Citigroup leader viciously.

The staff shrugged and said, "But between the East and the West, it's not just us and the White Bear. The Gauls have a very large influence in Africa, and the Orientals... their sphere of influence is in Asia."

"As long as Asia suppresses the Koreans and the Japanese, there won't be much impact. And the Orientals don't have much influence in the southeast region." The commander's words were not entirely wrong. At this time, South Asia and Southeast Asia had limited influence in international affairs. Our influence there was not ideal, and the Americans also had certain layouts in these places.

"There is also Eastern Europe. At least the Orientals have established trade in Eastern Europe. In time, it will gradually turn into influence in other areas. At the same time, the influence of Orientals in the southeastern region of Asia is increasing, just after they had a conflict with the Southern Monkeys not long ago." said his staff.

The influence created is difficult to maintain.

"I do have a suggestion, Mr. Commander." The aide pushed his glasses on the bridge of his nose and said seriously.

"You said."

"We might as well do something like the Gauls. We don't need to give up their province. With the pragmatic attitude of the Orientals, as long as we verbally abide by that bottom line, they are not as difficult to deal with as the white bear. Both the Gauls and John Bull, who have a temporarily administered island close to the east, have reaped huge benefits from it. We can't just let them be happy." His staff said something similar that they had said before.

In fact, compared with most of Citigroup's leaders, old politicians like their staff are the most vicious. They know how to gain benefits while constantly causing trouble for others.

"No, no, no, they're still in big trouble with John Bull. We can't do this."

In fact, it’s not that he is really kind-hearted. For John Bull’s sake, John Bull himself may not have taken this matter to heart. They should establish diplomatic relations as they please. Each has his own way.

He was actually just looking for an excuse to make his opposition seem more correct.

When it comes to selling John Bull, if the Citigroup guys say they are second, then no one can claim to be first.

During the Peninsula War, in order to escape smoothly, the Citigroup fired flares over John Bull's position at night to guide our troops to attack John Bull. It was like, I don't need to outrun the Orientals, I just need to run faster than my teammates.

People who can do such immoral things, what good things can they possibly come up with.

"Okay, Sir Commander." The aide did not seem to have much intention of persuading him.

The general of the Citigroup army, who had been standing aside but said little, interrupted at this moment.

"It will bring more challenges not only politically but also militarily."

"What are you worried about, my general?" The commander-in-chief turned to him.

"I'm worried that the Orientals or Gauls will obtain each other's military technology and create two more difficult monsters."

"Impossible, absolutely impossible! They don't have much advanced technology. But you reminded me of one thing..." He was like a stubborn donkey.

(End of this chapter)