The Rise of the Empire

"Perhaps, what I say next is a bit harsh, but it is better to make some issues clear." Motaro Yoshimatsu looked hesitant. "Before the war, your country relied on Persia for its main oil supply. After the war, after losing this important oil production area, your country relied on us for its oil supply. But now, because of Taragan Island, the empire exports There has been a massive reduction in oil volume, so how did your country raise enough heavy oil for the combined fleet in a short period of time?"

"Some people say that we British are pirates at heart, but I think we are businessmen! And for a businessman, as long as you have money, there is nothing that cannot be bought. I can tell you clearly that our oil comes from Transcaucasus!" Betty said with a smile. Although Germany and Britain were mortal enemies, normal trade between the two countries was not disturbed now that the war was over. Therefore, the UK is also one of the important users of German oil exports. In fact, the oil imported by the UK from Japan is mainly supplied to Southeast Asia and South Asia, and the country still uses oil produced in Germany. Because it’s closer and cheaper!

"If this is the case, it seems that the two problems we are most worried about have been solved." After hearing Betty's assurance, Shimamura Hayao finally relaxed a little. "But what is the reward for us doing this? With the support of intelligence and supplies you provide, what results can we achieve? And how will we withdraw from the battlefield after the battle is over?"

Shimamura Hayao is actually the most relevant to the last question. How to enter this area is not difficult because the US troops are deployed to press forward. As a result, the power of the intermediate islands that serve as connection points is limited. Without deliberate alertness, as long as the weather, night, and high speed are used to quickly pass through these islands where the US military is stationed, it will not be a big problem. With intelligence and supplies, the Japanese Navy will gain a certain amount of power. The results are also predictable. But after the fight, how do you go back? When the U.S. fleet learns that a large number of Japanese battleships have entered its hinterland, the U.S. Navy will definitely re-strengthen its military presence in the Marshall Islands and Gilbert Islands. At the same time, a large number of U.S. warships will come from all directions. The Japanese fleet wants to maintain its original status. I'm afraid it's impossible to go back!

"How to evacuate actually depends on the situation on the battlefield, but we have the safest route. We will set up supply points in Samoa and the Tonga Islands. The Japanese combined fleet can follow this route to New Zealand, and then detour from southern Australia. Going back, the U.S. Navy does not have enough fast warships. Even if they can catch up, they will not be able to defeat us. And if it is a main fleet composed of slow warships, it will be impossible to catch up with us. At that time, it will be entirely up to us whether we fight or leave. ”

"And it doesn't matter even if the Americans have insight into our route in advance, because they lack sufficient supplies and intelligence support in the South Pacific waters, and your country can successfully escape from the battlefield with the assistance of our army." Betty. said.

"I am touched by the help your country has provided, and your words have given me almost no reason to refuse. Everything is so beautiful, so beautiful that I can't believe my ears." Shigetaro Yoshimatsu sighed and said . "I have only one question for you now. Isn't your country afraid of crazy retaliation from the United States by doing this? The industrial strength of the Americans is obvious to all.

Moreover, they are now willing to use force to solve problems, and they actually dare to cause trouble for the Germans while fighting the Pacific War. "

"Well, now the question is, why is your country willing to pay such a high price and take such a big risk to help us? There are no outsiders here. All of us know very well that in the past days, the two of us How did the country move toward cooperation? The process can be said to be a bit unpleasant, and the change in attitude of your Excellency or your government surprised us very much." Shigetaro Yoshimatsu said with a serious face.

"Haha, now, you still ask such a question? I would like to know if this is because of your country's sense of crisis implanted in its soul, or because of its inferiority complex? Or is it despair about the future situation? "Betty laughed after hearing this and showed no mercy in her words.

"Your Excellency often compares your country to a businessman, and if a businessman cannot sell the rope that can hang him to his enemies, then he is not a qualified businessman, and for the country, as long as there are interests, then credibility does not matter It doesn't matter morality. From the perspective of your country's needs, the United States, which is closer to the United Kingdom, is obviously your country's best ally against Germany, and cooperation with us is nothing more than a temporary measure. Am I wrong? "?" Motaro Yoshimatsu asked.

"Well, we can talk a little bit more. If we only deal with Germany, the Americans are indeed our best allies. We are not willing to see the European continent controlled by one country. For this goal, we We can share the same enemy with the Americans. But in terms of fundamental strategic needs, we also have serious differences with the United States. Whether it was against Russia before and later against Germany. The fundamental purpose of the British Empire is to maintain its first-class status in the world. And What about the Americans? It is true that they will not let the Germans stand at the top, but by the same token, they are not willing to let us stand at the top."

"So from this perspective, the conflict between us and the United States is irreconcilable. The British Empire can allow your country to dominate the Far East because we only focus on the economic interests of the Far East. To put it bluntly, your country's power For a long period of time, it will be good if it can maintain its current sphere of influence, and its influence outside the region will be very limited."

"Under the current circumstances, the British Empire must ensure the security and stability of its colonies in Oceania, South Asia and Southeast Asia. Previously, the Americans had already begun to attack our islands in the Pacific, first the Christmas Islands, and probably later the Cook Islands , when the Americans find that their ambitions will not be restrained, they are very likely to take action against New Zealand or even Australia. This is something the empire will never accept. How about it? Is this a sufficient reason? Of course, the funds provided by your country It is also very beneficial to the recovery of the British Empire, because you can only buy many things from the UK!" Betty said with a thorn in her words.

"Your statement makes me very uncomfortable, but I have to say that you are very candid. And this reason is very good, so I think we can continue to cooperate as long as we still want to maintain the situation in Southeast Asia." Motaro Yoshimatsu said.

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