"Your Majesty, the people of the island are still holding on to their intransigence, even though we have destroyed their eight major cities. Could it be that we really want to destroy all the coastal cities of the islanders? In that case, the impact will be too great! Marshal Count Tirpitz asked.

It was found that they all grossly underestimated the degree of paranoia of the Germans. Originally, they thought that the islanders would soon succumb. Especially after the destruction of their navy, it seemed that there was no other way but to submit to the German Empire. However, to everyone's surprise, the islanders are still gritting their teeth.

"It is unrealistic to destroy all the coastal cities of the island nation. In that case, we'll really become synonymous with the Killer! Qin Tian shook his head.

"But we can't keep putting it off like that, can we? The supply of the expeditionary fleet could not last much longer. If we can't force the islanders to bow down, then we will have to send the expeditionary fleet back or send more transport ships to the islands. Marshal Count Tirpitz said.

Qin Tian couldn't help frowning, he also felt that this matter seemed to be more tricky!

"Your Majesty, our people have found that the islanders are looting wealth and resources in their colonies in Southeast Asia. Obviously, they were preparing for an escape. If we can't get the islanders to compromise as soon as possible, we will lose a lot because of it! Prime Minister Bilo reminded.

"Does the expeditionary fleet have any suggestions for this?" Qin Tian asked.

The expeditionary fleet is in the island country, and they undoubtedly have a more comprehensive grasp of the relevant situation in the island country. Therefore, Qin Tian hoped to be able to listen to their opinions first. In this way, it is also convenient for him to make judgments.

"Your Majesty, the expeditionary fleet proposes that they plan to forcibly break into the bay of Tonkin. Launched a direct artillery bombardment on Tokyo. Tokyo is the capital of the islanders. If Tokyo is destroyed by us, the shock to the people of the island nation will be unparalleled. When the time comes, I'm afraid the people of the island country will have to bow their heads! Marshal Count Tirpitz said.

"Forced your way into Tokyo Bay? That's a good idea. However, as the capital of the islanders, Tokyo Bay must be very well defended. The defense of the Uraga waterway is not so easy to break into. Qin Tian knew how difficult it would be to do this.

"Yes, Your Majesty. However, this is undoubtedly a way to make the islanders bow their heads as soon as possible. The expeditionary fleet, on its side, will be fully prepared! Marshal Count Tirpitz said.

Qin Tian nodded: "Okay, tell General Shi Pei that I approved their plan." However, when they are moving, they must be as safe as possible. I'd rather give up if the loss is too great. ”

No matter what time it was, Qin Tian was very concerned about the safety of the troops, and he put this first.

"Yes, Your Majesty." Marshal Count Tirpitz replied.

In Sagami Bay, all the main forces of the German expeditionary fleet have been assembled here. After they destroyed Kitakyushu, they found that the islanders still did not give in. Vice Admiral Spee ordered the fleet to return to Sagami Bay. At the same time, he sent a telegram to the country, hoping that the country would agree to his plan.

"Did you get a safe route to the Uraga Waterway?" Lieutenant General Spee asked.

"General, it's very difficult. We can only send seaplanes and destroyers to quietly probe the ground. At present, only a relatively safe shipping route has been found. But whether it is 100% safe, we can't guarantee this. Major General Maofu said with a serious face.

Lieutenant General Shi Pei nodded, he naturally knew that nothing could really be 100% sure.

"Let our most powerful 'Mackensen-class' battlecruisers clear the way." The strong defense of the Mackensen-class battlecruisers may be able to withstand the power of mine explosions, right? Lieutenant General Spee said.

"General, the 'Mackensen-class' battlecruisers are indeed very strong in defense. If it was just a mine, it wouldn't be a big problem. Even if the armor is penetrated, it will not cause much damage to the battleship. Of course, if you keep touching mines, it's very difficult to say. Major General Maofu said.

Although Lieutenant General Spee knew that this was a bit risky, he still planned to try this method!

"General, in addition to the mines deployed by the islanders, we also have to worry about the shore defense batteries deployed by the islanders on both sides of the Uraga waterway. Compared with the coastal defense artillery in other parts of the island country, the coastal defense batteries on both sides of the Uraga waterway are undoubtedly the most advanced. The main gun of the largest caliber, reached 305 mm. Our battle cruisers, with their rough skin and thick flesh, can withstand it. However, those light cruisers and destroyers, I am afraid, it will be very difficult. Major General Maugfu reminded.

"Indeed, this is a problem. However, we can let the battle cruisers pass through the Uraga waterway first, and the light cruisers and destroyers, and then accelerate their passage. In other words, when the battle cruisers passed through the waterway, the shore defense batteries of the islanders were suppressed, creating conditions for the passage of light cruisers and destroyers. Lieutenant General Spee said.

Major General Maofu nodded: "This should be able to play a role." However, once we enter Tokyo Bay, we may have to face an attack by a group of destroyers from the islanders. I believe that at that time, they will definitely attack without fear of death. Therefore, as soon as our fleet enters the Gulf of Tonkin, we must immediately guard against this! ”

"Hmmm! There shouldn't be many destroyers left for the islanders now. If we can launch a surprise attack, by the time they react, we will already be in the Uraga waterway. In that case, we are not so dangerous! Lieutenant General Spee said.

"Yes, General."

"Now that you're ready, let's start tomorrow morning! This time, we will definitely pass through the Uraga Suido and enter Tokyo Bay. Let the people of the island know what the consequences of angering the empire will be. If Tokyo is destroyed by us, I don't believe the islanders will have the courage to continue to hold on. Lieutenant General Spee said.

"Yes, General!" Major General Maugf nodded.

Of course, this time a forced intrusion into Tokyo Bay and an artillery attack on Tokyo may cause certain casualties. Overall, however, the threat should not be too great. This made the German expeditionary fleet hope to achieve the final victory through this adventure.

On August 19, at 4 a.m., the German expeditionary fleet began to set off, preparing to pass through the Uraga waterway.