"This time we will go to war against Germany, and it is undoubtedly the most appropriate to adopt the method of undeclared war. In this case, perhaps, an opportunity could be created for the combined fleet. Otherwise, if we had a head-on confrontation with the German navy, we would hardly have a chance to defeat them, and at most we would lose both. Admiral Nagano Shusei, the head of the Navy's Commanding Order, said.

An undeclared war is despicable, but if it can be used to win the war, there is nothing to say. After all, the island nation's first goal in this war is to win the war. As long as you can win the war and win the final victory, even if you are burdened with infamy, it is worth it. Because history will be written by the victors.

Konoe Fumiji and the others nodded again and again, carrying a little infamy was nothing for them at all. What they wanted was to win the war.

"Your Excellency Prime Minister, it's January 25th, and the month is still a few days away. The combined fleet plans to go to sea in three days, looking for combat opportunities. We didn't declare war on Germany anyway. Therefore, even if it is discovered by the Germans, it is not a big deal. As long as the Germans had not had their brains caught in the door, they would not have taken the initiative to attack us. After all, the main target of the Germans is still on Russia. In that case, our odds are much better. Mitsumasa Yoneuchi, the prime minister of the sea, said.

"Yes! According to our agreement with the Americans, as soon as the Combined Fleet left port, we would have started the war against the Germans. For the Americans, it can be regarded as an explanation. Fumiro Konoe said.

"Yamamoto-kun, this time the rise and fall of the imperial kingdom will be handed over to you. I hope you can get a win for us! Fumiro Konoe said.

"Hi, Your Excellency Prime Minister, I will do everything in my power to defeat the Germans!" General Yamamoto nodded heavily.

"If the navy can win, can the army launch an attack on the South Seas and Australia and seize these two important colonies?" Fumiro Konoe asked. Rather than a decisive battle between the navy and the German navy, Konoe was clearly more interested in capturing the South Seas and Australia. After all, according to the agreement reached between them and the Americans, in the event of the defeat of Germany, the South Seas could be directly incorporated into the territory of the island nation. Australia will also become their colony. This is undoubtedly very exciting for the governments of island countries that covet fertile overseas territories.

"Your Excellency Prime Minister, the Army has mobilized a hundred divisions. We will form a strong Southern Army with up to fifty divisions. The Southern Army was to attack the South Seas first, and after defeating the German troops stationed there, they would attack Australia. In this way, the Germans could be annihilated separately, thus further reducing our casualties. Of course, the premise is that the navy can gain sea supremacy, and no matter how bad it is, it must ensure the safety of our sea transportation lines. Otherwise, there would be no way for the Army to swim across the vast ocean and land in the South Seas or Australia! The Chief of Staff of the Army, Prince Zaihito Miyaya, said.

Prime Minister Konoe nodded, compared to the navy, the army's chances of victory were undoubtedly a little greater. After all, judging from the information obtained, Germany's troops in Nanyang and Australia were not many, and there were only more than 800,000 troops in total. And the army of the island country has now mobilized a hundred divisions and regiments, which is already more than two million troops. If another 100 divisions can be mobilized, the strength of the army can be doubled. With such a large superiority in troops, it should be very easy to defeat the German army in Nanyang and Australia.

"Gentlemen, the future of the empire depends on you. I believe that Amaterasu will bless us. Emperor Meiji is also waiting for news of our victory. Prime Minister Fumiro Konoe said.

Although it is the time of Emperor Hirohito's reign, the power of the country is in the hands of the cabinet, and the emperor is nothing more than a mascot. Compared with Emperor Hirohito, Emperor Meiji, who initiated the Meiji Restoration, was undoubtedly more loved by these ministers.

"The Empire will win!" Everyone said firmly. In the case of having already gambled on the fortunes of the country, the island country has no way out. If they win, they will go to glory. If it fails, what awaits the island nation will inevitably be destruction. So, they had no choice but to do their best.

After the meeting, all the three chiefs of the island navy went to the Admiralty. As the first force of the island nation to participate in this war, the pressure on the navy of the island country can be imagined. If they are unable to win, this will directly affect the subsequent operations of the army. Therefore, the navies of the island countries are also very eager to win.

"Yamamoto-kun, you're under a lot of pressure right now! If you can win a big victory, you will become a hero of the empire, and your promotion to marshal is a matter of course. But if you fail, not only you, but the Imperial Navy and even the entire empire will probably fall into a place of no return! Mitsumasa Yonechi said with a serious face.

"Yes, Yamamoto-kun. It's up to you! General Nagano also said.

"Minai-kun, Nagano-kun, I know. It's just that our enemies are too strong. So, this time we're totally on the risk. If we could, wait until after the Germans and Americans had broken out before we went to war, then our chances would be much better. General Yamamoto said helplessly.

Mitsumasa Yonechi and Shusei Nagano smiled bitterly, how could the Americans allow the island nation to join the war later? Otherwise, wouldn't the support they have provided to the island nation over the years be wasted?

"Now we simply have no choice but to listen to the orders of the Americans. If we can win this battle, we will be able to take control of our own destiny. Mitsumasa Minechi said.

"I know, and I firmly believe, that day will come!" General Yamamoto said. He knew it would be very difficult to win, but he had to go out and fight hard.

On the night of January 28, 1940, the main force of the combined fleet of the island nation's navy, including 16 capital ships and eight aircraft carriers, secretly left the Sasebo military port in the south of the island nation and sailed into the Pacific Ocean.

This means that the island nation is officially involved in this war. Although, the island nation did not declare war on Germany. But in fact, they are ready for battle. And once they find a fighter, they will immediately attack, trying to use this way to gain a slight advantage for them. As for the condemnation of the international community, they simply don't care.