India capital, Delhi.
It has been almost four years since British Indian colonial authorities moved the capital from Calcutta back to Delhi in 1912. In another time and space, from then on, Delhi has always been the capital of India. In addition, New Delhi also started construction in 1911. However, it has not been built there yet, so Government House is also located at Delhi.
The current Viceroy of India is Baron Charles Harding. He also has another title, which is Viceroy of India. Because after HMS Emperor of India was abolished by the Britain colonial authorities, HMS Emperor of India was concurrently held by the British Empire König. Viceroy of India is also known as Viceroy of India, the supreme ruler of India.
It stands to reason that India's wealth is known to the whole world. When Viceroy of India, it is undoubtedly a very pleasant thing. After all, if you just collect a little wealth from India during your term of office, you will never be able to use it all in your lifetime.
Baron Charles Harding has been Viceroy of India since 1910. Over the past few years, he has made a lot of wealth. Originally, his term ended this year. However, British Empire failed in this damn war, even losing its homeland, and could only survive in Canada. Baron Charles Harding's upward path was naturally cut off. Originally, he wanted to return to his hometown to serve as Cabinet Minister after his term ended. After India earned enough money for retirement, he returned to his hometown. But now, all is lost.
This is why Baron Charles Harding has accelerated his money making during this period. He has already reported to British Cabinet and hopes to step down from Viceroy of India's position as soon as possible. Although, India is still far away from Europe, and the fire of war will not be able to burn India for a while. However, Baron Charles Harding was still worried. He knew very well that the greedy Germany people would never let India go. It won't be long before the Germany people will definitely attack India.
Unfortunately, his report was not approved. In peacetime, if someone wanted to resign Viceroy of India early, he would definitely be called a fool. However, at this time, only a fool would succeed Viceroy of India. Precisely because he could not find a successor, British government did not dare to approve the resignation of Baron Charles Harding and asked him to continue to serve as Viceroy of India, so that British Empire could obtain more benefits from India.
British Cabinet also knew that India might not be saved, so he asked Baron Charles Harding to capture India as much as possible during this period and transport some supplies to Canada. Once British government loses one degree, the finances of British government, who is exiled to Canada, may be in trouble. At that time, they will only be able to sit back and have nothing. It is obviously impossible to support British government just by relying on the millions of people in Canada. After all, British government has been committed to developing military power in order to be able to Vengeance. And developing the army requires a huge amount of funds.
Baron Charles Harding is also worried about this matter. Especially after learning that German military has begun to attack Egypt, I am even more worried. He knew that after the Germany people captured Egypt, they would attack India soon. When the time comes, will they be able to hold on to India? That's almost impossible.
"Your Excellency, Lord Nicholson wants to see you!" the secretary reported.
"Please come in, Your Excellency, and bring in two cups of black tea." Baron Charles Harding ordered.
"Okay, Your Excellency." The secretary nodded and immediately went to get ready.
William Lord Nicholson is British Army in India Commander and Anglo-Indian Army Commander. It can be said that the entire India army is under his control. He and Baron Charles Harding controlled the military and political power of India. Of course, in terms of position, Baron Charles Harding is the supreme ruler of India, and William Lord Nicholson must take orders from him. However, in reality, once the India battle begins, William Lord Nicholson, as the leader of the military, will have greater power. In order to win the war, Baron Charles Harding needs to cooperate with him. Otherwise, once the fight is lost, the consequences will be very serious and no one can afford it.
Soon, William Lord Nicholson dressed in military uniform walked in.
"Your Excellency, good morning!" William Lord Nicholson said hello.
"Hello, your Lordship, please take a seat!" Baron Charles Harding nodded.
After the secretary brought the black tea, Baron Charles Harding began to ask.
"Your Majesty, how is the situation now?" Baron Charles Harding asked.
"Your Excellency, the current situation is very bad. The Germany people have already captured Suez Canal. It is estimated that they will march into Middle East soon. We are starting from Middle East retreated, and the indigenous forces of Middle East were not reliable. It was almost impossible to resist the Germany people. "William? Lord Nicholson's face didn't look good. As British Army in India Commander and Anglo-Indian Army Commander, the pressure he bears is undoubtedly very high. Once German military launches an attack, he will have to lead his troops to attack. As for whether he could withstand the Germany people's attack, he really wasn't sure at all.
"Alas! This war seems to be inevitable. After the British Empire has ruled India for so many years, it seems to be over." Baron Charles Harding sighed.
He is obviously not very optimistic about the upcoming war. It's no wonder, German military is too powerful, and the strength of British Army in India and Anglo-Indian Army is so bad that it is impossible to withstand the attack of Germany.
William Lord Nicholson nodded. "Yes, Your Excellency. We will do our best. If we can delay here for a longer time, we can evacuate more people and materials from Australia and other places to Canada to prepare for our re-emergence. In the future, maybe we will have a chance to defeat the Germany people!"
"India has a population of more than 300 million. We have ruled India for so many years, and we have a foundation for rule. If the operation is good, we may not have turned India into a There is a possibility of a quagmire of war. By then, the Germany people will be stuck here and continue to consume their national power. In that case, we will all be the heroes of the British Empire!" said Baron Charles Harding.
Unable to leave office, Baron Charles Harding also thought about leaving. Since you can't leave, then do your best for the British Empire. Anyway, he has transferred most of his wealth to Canada. That money is enough for his family to live comfortably for several lifetimes.