In the imperial palace of Huaxia City, the capital of the empire, the emperor Long Yufei sat alone in his study, waiting for news from St. Petersburg. Just today, the Imperial cavalry will launch an attack on the Russian treasure house, and if successful, it will mean that the empire will once again receive more than two billion Chinese dollars. Although the empire has plundered tens of billions of dollars of wealth from India and has made up for the consumption in this war, these two billion dollars are still a wealth that must be obtained for the empire.

More importantly, if the empire could not obtain this wealth, then whether it was acquired by the Prussians or used by the Russians to develop the military industry, it would be a threat to the empire. With one or the other, it will not be so easy for the empire to win the next war in the future.

"Hopefully, heroic Imperial soldiers, you can win!" Long Yufei muttered.

For the victory of the Empire's * army in this war, Long Yufei was already very satisfied. Before the war, even he himself did not expect the war to be so smooth. By now, the war has been going on for less than a year. However, the Empire's leadership of the Asia-Europe military alliance has already won the victory, and although the war has not yet completely ended, the defeat of the North Atlantic military alliance is inevitable.

Originally, Long Yufei thought that this war might last for several years. After all, this is a world war. Of course, the war can end early, which is beneficial and harmless for the empire. The war lasted for a short time, so the casualties paid by the empire were smaller. War consumes less wealth. In this way, the empire can invest more of its social wealth in the development of the country and the improvement of the lives of its citizens. It is also able to make the economy of the empire. Quickly recovered from the war.

In addition, after the victory of the Empire in this war. Preparations for the next war will also begin. Although the empire won world hegemony, on the whole, the hegemony was not stable. After the war, a powerful German Empire will emerge in Europe, and the German Empire will undoubtedly pose a great threat to the Empire. Although the Reich was far more powerful than the German Reich, it was too far away from Europe to devote military power to Europe. It's undoubtedly very difficult. The German Empire, on the other hand, was able to confront the Reich at minimal cost. Therefore, if the empire wants to completely consolidate its world hegemony, it must be prepared.

"Your Majesty, General Luo of the Military Intelligence Bureau asks to see you!" Li Hu, the chief of the guard, walked into the study and whispered to Long Yufei.

"Oh? Let him in! Long Yufei was shocked, he knew that Admiral Luo Hongtao must have brought the latest news from the front line.

Soon, General Luo Hongtao, director of the Military Intelligence Bureau, walked in with his head held high. Then respectfully saluted Long Yufei.

"Chen Luo Hongtao see His Majesty!" Admiral Luo Hongtao gave a military salute.

"No courtesy. General Luo, is there any news from the front? Did our plan succeed? Long Yufei immediately asked.

"Your Majesty, Brigadier General Niu Zhiyang has already sent a telegram. We have succeeded in seizing the treasury of the Russian royal family, and we are transporting the gold and silver treasures. In the treasury, there are more than 2,000 tons of gold alone. plus other jewelry, jade, antiques, calligraphy and paintings, etc. The total value is estimated to be more than 3 billion Chinese dollars! Admiral Luo Hongtao's tone also revealed a hint of excitement. This time. The Military Intelligence Agency has undoubtedly made a great contribution!

"Three billion Chinese dollars? So much? Haha, okay. It's so good! Long Yufei smiled. It was one billion more than he expected, and in this way, the empire would be more fully prepared for future wars. It can be said that the chances of victory for the empire are also one point greater.

"Your Majesty, now our army is transferring those treasures to Sester, and the navy's warships are already waiting there. However, the Russians have reacted and they are attacking our lines. The Imperial cavalry is doing their best to fend them off! Admiral Luo Hongtao continued. The seizure of the treasury of the Russians can only indicate that the plan is only half completed. Bringing the treasure back to the battleship was a success.

"Well, thank the generals on the front line for what they have done for the Empire. The plan is about to succeed and can't be lost at the last minute! Long Yufei nodded. He believed in the combat power of the Imperial cavalry. He knew that the Imperial cavalry would be able to get the job done.

Sure enough, a few hours later, Admiral Luo Hongtao, director of the Military Intelligence Bureau, came up with the latest information, the Imperial cavalry had blocked the Russian attack and had transferred all the gold and silver treasures to the warships of the 5th Fleet of the Imperial Navy anchored in the Gulf of Finland.

"Your Majesty, now that the treasures are safe, guarded by the warships of the Imperial Navy, no country in the world can snatch those treasures from our hands!" Admiral Luo Hongtao is very confident. After all, after the crushing defeat of the British Navy, there were no more countries capable of threatening the Imperial Navy. The Imperial Navy has become a well-deserved hegemon at sea.

"Hmmm! Sue the 5th Fleet and take the opportunity to bring those treasures back! Long Yufei said.

"Yes, Your Majesty! However, the 3rd Cavalry Corps and the 4th Cavalry Corps also sent back a message. Admiral Luo Hongtao continued.

"What's the news?" Long Yufei was stunned, he knew that Admiral Luo Hongtao specially brought it up, and this must be very important information.

"His Majesty, among the prisoners captured by the 3rd and 4th Cavalry Corps, there were Prussians. After interrogation, it was discovered that the Prussians, who had been stationed in St. Petersburg, had changed into Russian uniforms and attacked us. Admiral Luo Hongtao said.

"What? Those Prussians were actually mixed in? However, this is understandable. That's a fortune worth three billion dollars! The Prussians were poor to death after this war, and with such a large fortune, of course they would not let it go. However, if they dare to attack our army in such a despicable way, then they will have to give the Empire an explanation! A smile flashed at the corner of Long Yufei's mouth. These Prussians, who were really aggrieved, did not hesitate to change into Russian uniforms in order to seize those treasures. However, it is a pity that in the end they still have nothing, not to mention the loss of the army, and they have not yet received a little treasure.

"Your Majesty, then how are we going to respond to this?" Admiral Luo Hongtao asked. The Reich was attacked by the Prussians, and it was certainly impossible to just leave it at that.

"Huzi, bring the Prime Minister, the Foreign Minister and Marshal Niu Meng!" Long Yufei said to Li Hu, the chief of the guard.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Li Hu nodded and immediately went to give the order.

Soon, Prime Minister Lin Zihao, Foreign Minister Wei Yuan and Marshal Niu Meng rushed to the study. At present, Marshal Niu Meng is still presiding over the work of the General Staff. However, with the defeat of Russia, the Chief of the General Staff, General Sun Hao, has also returned from the front line, and it is expected that he will return to the General Staff in the near future. When the time comes, Marshal Niu Meng will be able to put down his burden.

"Ladies and gentlemen, our cavalry was attacked in St. Petersburg by Prussians posing as Russians, which was a provocation to the Reich. The Empire will not allow it! Long Yufei said solemnly.

"Your Majesty, are we going to use this as an excuse to go to war against the Kingdom of Prussia? If there is to be a war, I am afraid that Admiral Sun Hao will have to continue to stay in Eastern Europe. Marshal Niu Meng said. After all, if only the Eastern European Plain were to be occupied and a large-scale offensive was not carried out, the commanders of the armies at the front would have been able to complete the task. However, if you want to attack, you will undoubtedly need someone to take charge.

Long Yufei hesitated, will you start a war now? This doesn't seem to be the best timing.

"Your Majesty, the people of the Empire, you have finally hoped for victory, and now if you provoke a war with the Kingdom of Prussia, I am afraid that the people of the Empire will be very disappointed. When the time comes, morale will also suffer. Prime Minister Lin Zihao was a little worried.

"Yes, Your Majesty. Judging from the information obtained by the Military Intelligence Agency, the people of the empire really hope that the war is over. General Luo Hongtao, director of the Military Intelligence Bureau, also said.

The one-year war has affected the lives of the ordinary people of the empire to a greater or lesser extent. Although the supply of food is still sufficient, there is a shortage of other daily necessities and industrial products. After all, during the war, a qiē is all about winning the war. Industry is also tilted towards heavy industry, and light industry is naturally affected.

In addition, the Imperial* army also suffered a lot of casualties in the war. By now, the number of dead and seriously wounded troops has exceeded half a million. This means that half a million families are in a state of grief. Although, this may not be a lot for an empire with a population of more than 500 million to nearly 600 million. But if the war continues, the casualties will be even greater. This will surely displease the people of the Empire.

Therefore, now there is one more voice in society, hoping that the empire can accept it when it sees good. Although Long Yufei can use his influence to forcefully advance the war, this will definitely have an adverse impact.

"Well, the matter of war against the Kingdom of Prussia will be put aside! Ministry of Foreign Affairs, be prepared to solve this problem through diplomatic means! Long Yufei had no choice but to say this.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Foreign Minister Wei Yuan nodded.

Subsequently, the Reich Foreign Office officially protested to the Kingdom of Prussia against their attacks on friendly forces posing as Russians, and demanded that the Kingdom of Prussia give an account to the Reich. However, the Kingdom of Prussia categorically denied this, and they did not admit that there were Prussians posing as Russians to attack the Chinese* army, believing that this was a misunderstanding at all.

The two sides engaged in a war of words over this incident. There is no effect at all other than the continuous deterioration of the relationship between the two sides. (To be continued......)

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