Pri Minister Asquith and Lloyd George stared wide-eyed. The attitude of both of them is very firm, unwilling to compromise. This made it impossible to discuss the matter further.
Pri Minister Asquith is determined to resign as pri minister, unwilling to take responsibility for the sinking of Britain. And Lloyd George is even more unwilling to take the bla. This makes the contradiction impossible to resolve.
"Your Excellency, Pri Minister, why don't we find another candidate for the Pri Minister's successor. In this case, you can resign as Pri Minister, and I don't need to succeed as Pri Minister." Lloyd George said.
Pri Minister Asquith nodded, this seed to be the best way. However, other people are certainly not fools, how could they jump out to take over the post of pri minister at this ti? Isn't that asking for trouble?
"Other ministers in the cabinet, I am afraid that no one is willing to take over the post of pri minister?" Pri Minister Asquith said. It was precisely because of this that he wanted Lloyd George to take over. After all, Lloyd George was Deputy Pri Minister and it was his duty to take over as Pri Minister. But who knew Lloyd George would be so cunning? Would rather resign than take over as pri minister.
"Your Excellency, other people may not be willing to take over the position of Pri Minister. But, I think, there is one person who will definitely be eager to beco Pri Minister." Lloyd George said.
Pri Minister Asquith frowned, but soon, his brows relaxed. He had thought of Lloyd? Who was George talking about? At the sa ti, he also believes that it is indeed a very good candidate for the pri minister's successor.
"His Excellency Churchill wants to continue to lead the British Empire and continue to fight until the Germans are defeated. Then, if he can beco the Pri Minister of the British Empire, then he can implent his plan more easily. I think he will definitely He will not refuse to be the Pri Minister of the Empire. If this is the case, it is also good for us. If it is impossible, we will leave Britain imdiately and go to Canada!" Lloyd George said.
Pri Minister Asquith nodded: "Well, in this case, the possibility of Churchill succeeding as Pri Minister is undoubtedly very high. George, you go back first, I will let Churchill co over imdiately, and talk to him again!"
"Okay, Your Excellency the Pri Minister." Lloyd George could not help but breathe a sigh of relief. As long as the hot potato of the pri ministership is not handed over to him, he will thank God for blessings.
Churchill had just returned to the Admiralty when the Pri Minister's Office called and asked him to go to the Pri Minister's Office imdiately. The Pri Minister had important matters to discuss with him.
Although, this made Churchill a little confused. But he went to the Pri Minister's Palace by car again.
When Churchill ca to Pri Minister Asquith's office, he found that Asquith was already waiting for him.
"Your Excellency, is there anything else?" Churchill asked.
"Your Excellency Churchill, I have thought about it for a long ti. I personally admire your persistence. Everyone thinks that the British Empire has no chance and has lost confidence. However, you are still willing to continue fighting, This is very rare. I also sincerely hope that you can succeed." Pri Minister Asquith said.
"Your Excellency, Pri Minister, thank you for your support. I promise, I will do my best to resist the German attack." Churchill said imdiately. If he can get the Pri Minister's approval and support, then his plan will undoubtedly be easier to implent.
"However, Your Excellency Churchill. I believe that there will be a lot of troubles in the future. You are dedicated to the country, but there must be many people who don't understand. Besides, you are the Minister of the Navy. The Navy is fighting with the Germans again. During the naval battle, you suffered an unprecedented fiasco. This made other people even less willing to trust you. In the future, there will definitely be many people who will defy you." Pri Minister Asquith continued.
Churchill nodded again and again, although he didn't know what Pri Minister Asquith was saying. However, he had to admit that what Pri Minister Asquith said was embarrassing for him.
"Your Excellency Churchill, I have decided to fully support you!" Pri Minister Asquith continued.
"Thank you, Pri Minister." Churchill was overjoyed. With the support of Pri Minister Asquith, his pressure will be reduced a lot.
"I have decided to submit my resignation to His Majesty the King. You are the one who will take over my position as Pri Minister. I think you are the most suitable candidate." Pri Minister Asquith said suddenly.
Churchill was stunned imdiately, he had never expected such a turning point. Pri Minister Asquith actually wanted to resign and let him take over as Pri Minister.
Churchill suddenly felt like being hit by a pie. After all, the position of pri minister is a huge temptation for anyone. But then, Churchill knew that there would not be such a good thing in the world. After thinking about it for a while, he knew Pri Minister Asquith's intention. Obviously, Pri Minister Asquith is not optimistic about the upcoming war, so he wants to pick a pick.
However, the position of pri minister is very important to Churchill. If he can beco the pri minister, then he can justifiably lead the soldiers and civilians of the British Empire and continue to resist according to his requirents. In this way, no one can disobey his orders, and no one dares to obey his orders. This will be very necessary to resist the German attack in the next war.
"Your Excellency, this... this is too surprising to ?" Churchill said.
"Your Excellency Churchill, this is after my careful consideration. Please don't refuse, because you are indeed the best candidate for pri minister." Pri Minister Asquith was afraid that Churchill would refuse, so he said hastily.
Churchill thought for a while, and finally pretended to be very embarrassed, and accepted the proposal of Pri Minister Asquith.
Seeing Churchill nod, Pri Minister Asquith was very happy.
Early the next morning, Pri Minister Asquith went to Buckingham Palace to et King George V.
Pri Minister Asquith formally submitted his resignation to George V. King George V was extrely reluctant to stay, and hoped that Pri Minister Asquith could withdraw his resignation. However, Pri Minister Asquith's attitude was very firm. Seeing this, George V had no choice but to allow Pri Minister Asquith to resign.
Regarding the successor, Asquith recomnded Churchill. George V did not nod imdiately, because according to the convention, Lloyd George should take over as pri minister. However, when other cabinet mbers supported Churchill's succession as pri minister, George V did not insist.
In this way, Churchill miraculously beca the trusted pri minister of the British Empire.
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