Wu Haoxuan's attempt to exchange the design drawings of the 'Squid-class' submarine for advanced optical instrument technology made the Germans feel a little sore about this. When it comes to optical instruments, Germany is still a world leader. This gives Germany an advantage in many sophisticated weapons.

If Wu Haoxuan dared to make such a request in another period, the Germans would definitely not have birded him. However, this is no longer the case. The contradictions between the Germans and the British became more and more acute, even to the brink of war. Under such circumstances, the Germans naturally hoped to do everything they could to improve their strength. In particular, the Navy, which was the main force of German victory over the British.

Therefore, although he was very dissatisfied with Wu Haoxuan's request. But the Germans still pinched their noses and confessed. The Germans finally agreed to apply advanced optical equipment technology in exchange for 'squid-class' design drawings. Of course, the Germans are not going to hand over the most advanced technologies to China. But even then, it is enough for China to digest and absorb.

The day after the agreement was reached, Reinhardt. Rear Admiral Schell obtained a complete set of drawings for the Squid-class submarines, and then the two Nassau-class battleships of the German Navy set off from Arthur Military Port and returned to Germany. The Germans must have been eager to start building submarines that could be used in real combat.

Of course, none of this has anything to do with China. China has already got what it wants. In addition, it was possible to use submarines as a weapon to inflict heavy damage on the British. It's a great thing to kill two birds with one stone.

"Your Highness, at present our troops on the defense line of the Yalu River are mainly the 1st Infantry Division, the 6th Infantry Division, the 8th Infantry Division, and the 17th Infantry Division. 18th Infantry Division and 19th Infantry Division. Relying on these troops, there was no problem in defending the Yalu River defense line. However, if we are to attack the Korean Peninsula, we need more troops. The General Staff planned that in order to encircle and annihilate the 15 divisions of Japan entrenched on the Korean Peninsula, we would need to commit at least 12 to 15 infantry divisions. Three heavy artillery brigades. In addition, we also need to use the navy to blockade the Korean Peninsula, so that the Japanese troops entrenched on the Korean Peninsula will be completely deprived of supplies. Admiral Shi Tianhan said.

Wu Haoxuan nodded, fifteen infantry divisions plus three heavy artillery brigades already had 300,000 people. Little Japan deployed a total of 370,000 troops on the Korean Peninsula. It is not difficult to eat 370,000 little Japan with 300,000 people. After several years of development, the strength of the Imperial Army has increased considerably. It was even stronger than the last Sino-Japanese war.

After all, when there was a war with Japan in the Northeast. Although the Ji Provincial Army is only a newly formed army, although it has advanced weapons and equipment and powerful firepower, the quality of individual soldiers cannot be compared with that of the Japanese Army. However, after defeating Little Japan, there was a bloody battle with Lao Maozi. Coupled with the War of Unification, the Imperial Army experienced a lot of wars. After the training of blood and fire, the combat effectiveness of the Imperial Army has naturally improved a lot.

Wu Haoxuan believed. If the Imperial Army and the Japanese Army were to be engaged in war now, it would be even if the gap in weapons and equipment was set aside. The Imperial Army was also definitely no worse than the Japanese Army. If we consider the gap in weapons and equipment between the two sides, then the Imperial Army will undoubtedly occupy an absolute advantage.

"In that case, let's prepare with fifteen infantry divisions and three heavy artillery brigades. In addition, the reserves should be ready. As for the navy, I will give them an explanation. Wu Haoxuan said.

Now, the Imperial Navy has resumed blockade operations against Japan. The light cruisers and destroyers of the Imperial Navy were very active. In the East China Sea, the Pacific Ocean, and even the Sea of Japan, fierce attacks were launched against all ships large and small that belonged to Japan.

Of course, this time it's no longer a matter of sinking, if it can be captured. Then just bring it back. The empire's maritime industry is just getting started, and there is still a big gap compared to Japan, let alone the world's maritime powers.

This war was a good opportunity to openly rob Japanese merchant ships and transports. What's more, under the effect of eliminating the advantages of the other, the gap between China and Japan will become wider and wider, which will greatly benefit the long-term development of the empire.

The main forces of the combined fleet of the Japanese Navy have been annihilated, and it is only those destroyers that can go to sea to fight. Small destroyers of several hundred tons could not cope even with the destroyers of the Imperial Navy. Not to mention breaking the blockade of the Imperial Navy.

However, because the number of warships in the Imperial Navy was too small, the blockade of Japan was not perfect, and there were still many loopholes. But even that would have had a devastating impact on Japan. If the blockade of the Imperial Navy continued, Japan would collapse completely within a year at most.

"Yes, Your Highness. We expect to be ready within a week, and then we can launch an attack on North Korea. Admiral Shi Tianhan said.

Wu Haoxuan nodded, and after eating the Japanese Army entrenched on the Korean Peninsula in one bite, Japan was completely finished. This battle will completely make Japan fall from its position as a world power. From then on, the gap between the empire and Japan will become wider and wider, and it is almost impossible for the Japanese to complete the counterattack and rise again!

"Your Highness, the British want to see you." Zhao Hu, the chief of the guard, said to Wu Haoxuan.

"British? Are they finally here? Wu Haoxuan smiled. He had long expected the British to intervene. However, he had expected the British to intervene after the outcome of the naval battle was known. However, I didn't expect them to hold out for so many days. It should have been the Imperial Navy's blockade of Japan once again, which made the British feel the determination of the Empire. If they don't do anything, Japan will be completely finished.

"General Shi, arrange an office, and I will meet with the British minister." Wu Haoxuan said.

"Yes, Your Highness." Admiral Shi Tianhan nodded.

A few minutes later, in an office of the General Staff, Wu Haoxuan met with Sir Zhu Erdian, the British minister to China. Sir Jurdian was still the same old look, in a suit and leather shoes, looking very comfortable, as if everything was under the control of the British Empire.

"Your Royal Highness the Crown Prince, I am very happy to see you." After Sir Zhu Erdian saw Wu Haoxuan, a smile appeared on his face.

"Hello, Your Excellency." Wu Haoxuan stretched out his hand and shook hands with Sir Zhu Erdian.

Tang Shaoyi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Empire, came with Zhu Erdian. Otherwise, units such as the Imperial General Staff would not be able to enter by Zhu Erdian.

After the three of them sat down, they did not enter the topic, but chatted and greeted. Anyway, Wu Haoxuan is not in a hurry at all. It should be the British and the Japanese who should be in a hurry. The imperial blockade of Japan continued, and with each day it lasted, more serious damage was inflicted on Japan. Wu Haoxuan wished that this blockade could go on forever.

It was only after a few minutes that Sir Jurtier turned the conversation to the war. There is no way around it, Japan is an important pawn of Britain in the Far East. Initially, Britain supported Japan to contain Russia. This plan was very successful, and through the Russo-Japanese War, they successfully defeated the Russians, making it impossible for the Russians to continue their expansion in the Far East.

However, the re-emergence of the Chinese Empire brought about great changes in the situation in the Far East. Initially, the British did not take Wu Haoxuan seriously at all. But soon, they found that Wu Haoxuan's strength had expanded far faster than the British imagined. Even if the British wanted to contain, it would be too late.

This war between China and Japan was also instigated by the British. Without their support, the Japanese would not have had the financial resources to fight this war. The British also hoped to be able to use the hands of the Japanese to remove the threat posed by the development of the Chinese navy. Although the strength of the Chinese Empire is already very strong, the navy has always been a shortcoming. The British naively believed that with the strength of the Japanese navy, it should not be a problem to defeat the Chinese navy.

However, the final result was that the Japanese were beaten down by the Chinese Empire. Not only that, but after the Chinese navy won the naval battle at a small cost, it once again began the blockade of Japan. This is undoubtedly a catastrophe for Japan. If China's blockade continues, Japan will eventually collapse. At that time, there will be no power in the entire Far East that will be able to contain China any longer. Without containment, in which direction will China's expansionist ambitions turn? The rich Nanyang and India are obviously at risk of being attacked by the greedy Chinese.

Therefore, the British could not let Japan collapse, but let Japan continue to play the role of a pawn and let them contain China. In this way, British interests in the Far East and Asia can be safeguarded.

"Your Royal Highness the Crown Prince, the war between China and Japan has been going on for quite some time. Too many people have died in the war. At the same time, it has had a great impact on peace in the Far East and even in the world. The British Empire hoped that the war would end soon. Sir Jurdian looked compassionate.

"Your Excellency, I'm sorry that this war was not provoked by us in the first place, and we are just responding to it passively." Wu Haoxuan spread out his hands, looking very helpless. The British wanted to end the war at this time, how could that be? Although the Japanese navy was wiped out, Japan's strength was still strong. If he doesn't completely beat them down, Wu Haoxuan won't be at ease.

"Your Royal Highness the Crown Prince, the Japanese side is also interested in ending the war. If the Chinese Empire did not object, the British Empire could intervene in the war. Sir Jurdian then said. (To be continued.) )

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