Chapter 635: Bad News (Asking for a Monthly Pass)
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The result of the war was originally something that some people were happy about and some were worried about. The victor will certainly cheer, but the loser will undoubtedly be gloomy.
What's more, this decisive battle between Germany and the combined fleet of the Entente countries was precisely related to the fate of Britain, France and Italy. All three of them have put all their hopes on this war. If they lose, then they will have no other choice in this war.
British Admiralty, Churchill locked himself in his office. His secretary was ordered not to bother him except the outcome of the decisive naval battle.
Churchill put all his thought into this decisive battle. In order to regain the strength of the British Navy to confront the German Navy, he did not hesitate to go to the United States, and persuaded the US Government to sell 12 active capital ships to Britain with his incorruptible tongue. Although, Britain paid a lot of money for this. However, an opportunity was given to challenge the German Navy once again. As long as they can seize this opportunity and defeat the German navy. Well, even if it costs a lot, it's worth it.
For the current British Empire, it wanted to continue to exist. In other words, in order to preserve most of the country's interests, it is necessary to win this naval battle. Otherwise, if you fail, the consequences will be unimaginable. The British Empire may cease to exist. Even if you surrender to the Germans, the price you pay will probably be very harsh. The British Empire will be reduced from a world hegemon to a small third-rate country. This is definitely not acceptable to the British. If they fought to the death, the mighty Germans could also destroy them. At that time, Britain would still have to be slaughtered by the Germans at will.
"May God bless the British Empire, we must defeat the Germans in this naval battle! This is our only chance! Churchill secretly prayed to God.
Indeed, this is already the last chance for the UK. If it all fails this time. Then Britain is completely finished. The combined fleet, which had now been pieced together, was the last sea force that Britain could muster.
"Bang! Bang! ”
There was a knock on the office door, and Churchill, who was in the midst of the chaos, suddenly came to his senses.
"Is there a result? May God bless the British Empire! Churchill prayed.
"Come in!" Churchill shouted out the door.
The secretary then pushed open the door and walked in.
Churchill keenly noticed that the expression on the secretary's face was a little unnatural, which made his mood suddenly become very bad. He had a very bad feeling that the Royal Navy seemed to have lost again in this decisive battle. Although, he is very reluctant to accept this reality. But he knew that whether he wanted it or not, reality could not be changed.
"Your Excellency, this is a telegram from General Betty!" The secretary said.
"From General Betty? What about General Jericho? Churchill frowned, and he felt more and more that something was not quite right.
"General Jericho is dead." The secretary whispered.
Suddenly, Churchill was speechless as if he had been struck by lightning. Even John? Admiral Jericho was killed, which shows what the battle was like.
After a while, Churchill said, "All right, telegraph to me, you get out!" ”
"Yes, Your Excellency." The secretary immediately withdrew, as if he had been granted amnesty. He had already read the telegram, so he knew what it was. He believed that Churchill would have been furious when he read the telegram. If he stays here, he will become the target of Churchill's anger. So, it's better to get out of the way quickly.
Seeing the secretary flee like a frightened rabbit, Churchill couldn't help but shake his head helplessly. He was now certain that this time the Royal Navy had failed again. Otherwise, the secretary wouldn't have been scared like that.
Churchill flipped through the telegram and read it carefully. However, looking at it, his face was already pale, his hands were clenched into fists, and he was constantly trembling. It can be seen how angry he is in his heart.
"Bastard! How did this battle come to this? All the capital ships, all lost, actually sank only one battle cruiser of the Germans. Could it be that the German Navy was really invincible? Churchill roared angrily.
The secretary hiding outside the door couldn't help but shrink his neck, he was very happy, glad that he ran fast. Otherwise, he would have to bear the wrath of Churchill.
"The reason why Jericho chose to sink with the ship is entirely because he has completely despaired in his heart! Damn the French and Italians, they actually ran away! They are all cowards! Churchill scolded.
Although, he knew it in his heart. In that case, even if the French and Italian navies did not escape, it would only be a matter of extra effort for the Germans, and in the end, they would still be completely annihilated by the German navy. But even so, the behavior of the French Navy and the Italian Navy was unacceptable to him.
"It's over! It's all over! The Royal Navy is finished, and so is the British Empire! Churchill's eyes were red.
Before the naval battle broke out, Churchill had imagined that perhaps the Royal Navy would lose this time. However, he never imagined that the Royal Navy would lose so badly this time. Of course, some small and medium-sized warships escaped, but what was the use of that? All the capital ships have been destroyed. The losses of the German navy were very minor. Churchill was almost certain that it would not be long before Germany would launch an attack on the British mainland. Of course, the premise was that Britain did not surrender and chose to continue to resist.
This fiasco was not only bad news for Churchill, but also for the entire British Empire. This heralded the failure of all the efforts of the British Empire. What awaits them is a complete loss of the war.
Churchill was in his office, venting for a while, and the scene calmed down.
"Prepare the car, I'm going to the Prime Minister's Office!" Churchill said.
"Yes, Your Excellency." The secretary hurriedly went to arrange it.
The Royal Navy failed, then, obviously, this news cannot be concealed and cannot be hidden. Churchill needed to report the bad news to Prime Minister Asquith. Then, we discussed the countermeasures together. Of course, there are very few options left for the British Empire to choose from. <