Ten days later, Li Lan returned to Bagua City, and Lin Meiqi came back with him.

He spent ten days with Lin Meiqi, rarely attended joint activities between the two countries, and rarely even appeared in the media.

Ten days ago, the aftermath of the collision between U.S. and Somal warships in the South Atlantic has not yet dissipated.

There are still a lot of topics on this matter in the world, which makes both sides very depressed.

The United States' retreat has taken many people by surprise, because the outside world thinks that this time it will inevitably be the same as the Cuban Missile Crisis, and the United States will definitely not make concessions.

But the result of the fact is that the United States really backed down, and chose to make concessions in the face of the menacing Somali fleet.

However, anyone with a discerning eye can clearly see that the United States is not afraid, but is not completely ready for war, which is different from the Cuban Missile Crisis, when the United States was ready to go to war as a last resort.

Moreover, the equipment sold by Somalia to the South American coalition does not have ordinary weapons that can threaten the US mainland, which is one of the reasons why the Americans chose to back down.

Rather than wasting your strength on such a fruitless collision, it is better to adjust your strength and prepare for an all-out battle.

Because once a war breaks out, it is very likely that it will be a long war, and even a third world war will be triggered for this.

The whole world will be turned upside down because of this.

And Somalia's reaction was also very flat, and it did not deliberately publicize the matter, and the appearance was very ordinary, as if nothing had happened.

The warships wounded on both sides have returned to their respective military ports for repairs. And the United States also began to salvage the Los Angeles-class attack nuclear submarine that was sunk.

It's just that the submarine is no longer usable. It can only be used as scrap metal to cut or reincarnate.

However, this news is not known to the outside world. After all, the United States is not easy to explain to its citizens for the loss of an attack nuclear submarine.

In the following period, diplomacy around the world also became more frequent, especially on the African continent, the African Union suddenly held a special summit of heads of state, requiring the heads of state to attend.

It is still the headquarters of the African Union in Addis Ababa, and Li Lan once again presided over this summit of heads of state, and the heads of African countries in front of him are only half of what they once were.

This is because most of the African countries have agreed to join the concrete construction of the African Community. Formation of an African federal state.

As the first brother in Africa, Somalia is naturally the one who will not give in, and all other small countries in Africa have agreed, and there are only a few countries left, and all of them are Mediterranean coastal countries.

These countries have always been under strict control by NATO, including Egypt, and Libya has been overthrown.

On the coast of the North Atlantic, the attitude of these countries is somewhat ambiguous, first of all, they are very envious of the economy that has been driven by Somalia. I also hope to be able to catch the express train of Africa's economic development.

But they are worried about the influence of NATO countries, and now the whole world exudes a strong smell of gunpowder, and they are not stupid enough to ask.

Naturally, there was some hesitation in my heart. After all, as a place separated from Europe by the Mediterranean, in the event of a war, this will become a place for the NATO bloc to strike.

And this time. Li Lan is just trying to bring these countries in, and those who can't be brought in will not be locked up. When war breaks out, these countries will be engulfed in flames of war.

Or choose Somalia. Either they choose NATO, there is absolutely no third option, because they simply do not have the strength and qualifications to remain neutral. In the face of the two super-military blocs, there will always be only two choices.

Heads of State, both those who have agreed to join the African Federation and those who have not, gathered on time at the AU headquarters.

Before the meeting officially began, in Li Lan's hotel, an admiring figure knocked on his door.

When he learned that someone was coming, he was somewhat surprised, but he immediately let the man in.

Sisi, a political figure Li Lan is very familiar with, because he is the second most popular president in all of Africa, was elected president of Egypt with nearly 97 percent of the vote, and went on to re-elect the presidency four years later with more than 95 percent of the vote.

As a soldier, Sisi has a temperament that Li Lan admires very much, and although the president has a very close relationship with the United States, he still has a good impression of him.

Because Sisi is a devout Muslim, he has good relations with Middle Eastern countries, and his relationship with Somalia, because the relationship with the United States is not close, but he has always had a good attitude towards Somalia.

When Somalia defeated Israel, Sisi also personally sent a congratulatory message to Li Lan, congratulating Somalia on winning the war and hoping that Somalia, as a member of a Muslim country, should continue to play a greater role.

Since then, Li Lan has had a better impression of Sesi.

Now is another very critical moment for the two military groups, each of which is in full swing to prepare, and Li Lan naturally has no need to refuse Sisi's sudden visit.

At the headquarters of the African Union, in Li Lan's room, a cup of the most classic coffee in Addis Ababa was personally delivered to Sisi.

From the time they came in, neither of them said a word, just stared at each other silently. Quietly taste the most authentic coffee in the world.

"President Li, I have been friends with you for a long time, and today's meeting is the first time, and from a close distance, whether it is temperament or other aspects, it is better than rumors several times." Ceci was the first to put down the coffee in his hand and spoke.

"I have also been friends with President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi for a long time, Egypt has a very long history, and as one of the four ancient civilizations, there should be a lot of common topics between you and me." Li Lan replied.

"Indeed, I have always admired the breadth and profundity of Chinese culture in President Lee's homeland. I have been to China several times, and I really have a deep understanding. As for President Li, I also admire him very much, but because of his position and identity, I have never been able to let go, otherwise I would have gone to Somalia to have a good exchange with you. Sisi said.

"It's not too late, the whole world knows that sooner or later there will be a war between the two major military blocs. Naturally, the countries bordering the Mediterranean are a top priority, especially yours. It controls the Suez Canal and has a strategic geographical advantage. It is bound to be the center of contention between the two sides, and at this time, I am both surprised and relieved that you were able to come to me. ”

Li Lan directly shifted the topic to business, he was not in the mood to accompany the other party to talk about things now, his face exuded an incomparably strong confidence, and continued: "Whether it is Egypt or Somalia, they are both members of the African Community. As African countries, we should all unite to realize the ideal of Africa's common progress, because I hope that Africa will be the center of the next world. I have this confidence and I have this strength. ”

Sisi looked stunned, looked at Li Lan's confident face, and said: "President Li is a hero who is rare to see in a century, which is a fact that the whole world cannot deny. Egypt and the United States, as well as NATO countries. There are inextricable relationships, and this is the status quo that Egypt cannot get rid of now. Even though I'm president, there's nothing I can do about it. This is the will of the state. ”

"Then you come over today. Just to sue me for this? Hearing this, Li Lan asked expressionlessly.

"Naturally not, although Egypt and NATO countries have good relations. But there is still this deep friendship with many Muslim countries, and this is also an indelible relationship. As a Muslim myself, I naturally want the Muslim world to be more prosperous. Stay away from the war. ”

Sisi immediately shook his head, as if he was worried that Li Lan had misunderstood, and hurriedly explained: "Egypt does not want to be an enemy of anyone, let alone a country of the same faith, nor can it be an enemy of NATO, which controls Egypt's military and economy, so I came here today in the hope that Egypt can be celibate." ”

When Li Lan heard this, he didn't speak immediately, but stood up, walked to the huge floor-to-ceiling window with his back to Sisi, looked at Addis Ababa, which had a vague cosmopolitan style, and kept weighing Sisi's words in his heart.

Time passed slowly in silence, and for Cecy, time seemed to come to a standstill, looking closely at Li Lan's back, his heart was already like a year.

After a long time, Li Lan spoke: "Sesi, do you know what I was thinking about just now? ”

When Sisi heard this, he was a little puzzled and said: "I naturally don't know, but I hope it's not the idea of war." ”

"No, not at all." Li Lan shook his head and asked again: "Do you know how many NATO military bases there are on the land of Africa?" ”

"Forty-three." Sisi said.

"Yes! Forty-three military bases, more than fifty thousand NATO troops, do you know what that number means? Li Lan nodded and said.

Seci nodded, but he didn't say it.

"This means that NATO has the ability to take military action in Africa at any time. In the past 10 years, there have been more than 1,000 secret military operations carried out by NATO countries in Africa, and our intelligence services have conducted hundreds of battles with NATO intelligence departments such as the CIA and the Fifth Intelligence Service, including assassinations, counter-assassinations, subversion of local regimes, and strengthening the armed forces......"

Li Lan still faced the city, and there was a bit of embarrassment in his words, "Somalia has always wanted to drive NATO out of Africa, but it has never been able to do it completely, over the years, thousands of people have died on hidden fronts, even in Egypt, there have been similar conflicts." ”

"What does that mean?" Ceci was very puzzled by the other party's words and immediately asked.

"What I want to express is very simple, once the war breaks out, no one in the whole of Africa can be left alone, the Suez Canal is in Egypt, it is related to the strategic position, even if you want to remain neutral, NATO will not let you remain neutral, so your idea, even if I agree, NATO will not agree. If you block the Suez Canal against us, it will be tantamount to a declaration of war on us, and I think you will understand. Li Lan turned around, stared at Secy's eyes, and said very sternly.

"I just don't want to plunge my people into a war, and Egypt can't fight against you. It can't be a battlefield for your game. Sisi shook his head with a wry smile, he didn't understand this truth, but even so, he had to try it, as long as he could convince Li Lan, he would immediately persuade the United States.

"You are naïve, not only you, but all the African countries on the Mediterranean coast. Once the African Federation is formally established and war breaks out with NATO, it will be any country on the European continent or the African continent. It is an absolute fact that no one can really remain neutral. It's good if you believe me, it's good if you don't believe me. I think you can think about it very clearly. Li Lan said lightly.

"I can't make a choice." Ceci was silent for a while, and then spoke helplessly again.

"Then I will sue you for the consequences of your choice, if Egypt chooses NATO, then I can sue you, there is no need for war to break out, I will send troops to Egypt, and with the force of thunder, I will destroy all the resistance in Egypt, and you will become my prisoner. I may not kill you, but you will never be free for the rest of your life. And I promise, NATO will never have time to support you, because Egypt is so close to Somalia that it will only take two hours for my army to appear in Cairo, around your presidential palace. Your American-equipped troops are vulnerable in front of me. ”

Li Lan was still full of evil breath one second, and the next second she had a feeling that made Sisi feel like a spring breeze, and said: "If you choose Somalia." I will tell you that in an hour my army will be stationed in Egypt, and that I will be in Egypt as soon as I defend it, within a day. There will be three armies of equipment delivered to Egypt, into the hands of your army, and in three days' time. Ten battalions of anti-aircraft missile units were installed on the territory of Egypt.

Air Force warplanes will also immediately put Egypt in alert range, and our early warning opportunities will begin to be deployed in the Mediterranean Sea. My security forces will immediately secure all Egyptian dignitaries and begin to eliminate all NATO-planted spies in Egypt. ”

Speaking of which. Li Lan walked up to Sisi's side, patted him on the shoulder, and continued: "If NATO dares to make a move against Egypt, it will be tantamount to a declaration of war on Somalia, and I am determined to protect every ally. ”

Ceci's face fluctuated instantly, first startled by Li Lan's angry tone, and then soothed a lot by Li Lan's amiable appearance.

"Naturally, I don't dare to make Somalia an enemy, and I know more about the difference in strength between the two sides. However, once the war breaks out, Egypt will inevitably become the focus of NATO's attack, NATO's troops are millions of elite troops, and their fighters will only need an hour to arrive in Egypt. At this point, Sisi didn't go on, because it was enough.

"How to choose, only you have to think about it yourself, I will respect your decision, but I will not hesitate to implement my ideas, but I advise you, don't be too anxious to make a decision, because once you make a decision, Egypt will immediately fall into the flames of war, and I advise you, Egypt had better stop cooperating with NATO's intelligence services in the near future, because the hidden front is already full of war smoke." Li Lan said lightly, he did not force the other party to make a decision immediately, but gave him a Jianyi, hoping that he could make a choice.

"Thank you for your advice, I will fully consider it." Seci nodded, but his heart was already caught in the battle between heaven and man.

"Come here, does anyone else know?" Li Lan asked suddenly.

Cesi shook his head and said, "This kind of thing naturally has to be kept strictly secret. ”

"I'll take off your shoes immediately and look for it, maybe there will be something you can't imagine." Li Lan said.

Ceci was stunned for a moment, thinking of the other party's previous sentence, and immediately took off his shoes, looked left and right, but found nothing, and asked, "There is no problem!" ”

"Really?" Li Lan picked up one of the shoes, looked through it a few times, and then put it back on the ground, then grabbed the other shoe and knocked it on the heel, showing a smile on his face.

Walked aside, picked up a glass sculpture, smashed it the heel, and smashed the heel open, a small theft. The hearing device dropped on the table.

"Fortunately, I have activated the electromagnetic interference here, otherwise our conversation would have been known. And this person is the one who is following you right now. Li Lan said.

"How is this possible, my people actually ......" Secy's face became very ugly. Hearing device, he can't help but believe it.

"Don't be angry, don't show it, I'll keep putting this thing back, and you'll act like you don't know anything."

Li Lan said lightly: "For you to be stolen. It's not a secret to me, NATO must focus on you people at this time, I believe that at the beginning of this meeting, there will be more plagiarism at that time. The hearing device was secretly placed in. ”

"I'll think about your advice." Cecy didn't say anything, put on the heels of his shoes, and immediately said goodbye to Li Lan.

The door closed again, Li Lan smiled slightly, this conference has not yet started, and there is a good harvest.

All along, he didn't have much thought about Egypt, because it would not be difficult to fight such a country at all, and if the other party chose to go against him, he could just use Egypt as a battlefield.

Sisi's sudden visit was also an unexpected gain, as he began to plan to increase military infiltration into Egypt and take Egypt as soon as necessary.

Now it seems that things are not as bad as he imagined.

At least Egypt still has a chance not to lean towards NATO, but this requires great courage from Sisi, otherwise a Muslim's relationship will not be able to sway his sense of responsibility to a country.

Because on the surface, NATO's military strength is much higher than that of Somalia, and many countries will also choose NATO in order to ensure security. This is the norm. (To be continued......)