However, according to Ren Chao's original plan, the Indian battlefield had been basically pacified at this time, and if this battle could successfully obtain sea control in the Arabian Sea, then the Chinese Empire could send 500,000 troops from India to land from the Arabian Peninsula by sea to assist the Western Expeditionary Army to flank the Allied armies on the Arabian Peninsula on both sides. Although the battle severely damaged the naval fleet of the Allied powers, it did not completely gain control of the Arabian Sea, so the plan to land on the Arabian Peninsula could only be temporarily shelved.

In the headquarters of the Western Expeditionary Army, the commander-in-chief of the Western Expeditionary Army looked at the huge map hanging on the wall, frowned and said, "Now that we have been blocked in Iraq for more than a month, there has been no progress so far, if we can't defeat the US-British coalition again, what face will I have to go back to meet His Majesty the Emperor." ”

"Commander-in-chief, don't be in a hurry, according to the battle plan drawn up by the General Staff, when our Chinese Imperial Navy has completely mastered the sea dominance of the Arabian Sea, we can ship 500,000 troops drawn from the Indian battlefield to land in the southern part of the Arabian Peninsula, form a north-south flank attack with our army, and completely capture the Arabian Peninsula." Chief of Staff Song Zhen persuaded him.

"However, in the first battle of the Gulf of Aden, although our army won, it did not gain control of the Arabian Sea. As a result, at least for a month, our army simply will not be able to carry out landing operations in the southern part of the Arabian Peninsula. We've been here for more than a month, so why not wait another month? Zhao Bin said with a frown.

"There's no way around it." Song Zhen said helplessly.

"There's no way to do it? Could it be that without the assistance of the navy, our army would not have fought a war? Zhao Bin snorted coldly and said.

"This~! In order to ensure victory in this battle, I think I might as well wait a little longer. At this time, although our army had 1.6 million troops, the strength of the Anglo-American coalition army was also more than 1.5 million, which was comparable to our army in terms of strength. Moreover, the enemy army is on the defensive, and if our army launches a strong attack, even if we are lucky enough to win, we will inevitably suffer heavy losses! Song Zhen said helplessly.

"I don't think so. As long as the tactics are used properly, it is not impossible to defeat the Anglo-American forces. Zhao Bin said with a firm face. Zhao Bin looked at the huge area on the wall, and said with a stern face, "As the saying goes, it is better to ask for others than for ourselves, we must not wait any longer, we must do our best to defeat the British and American coalition forces and open up the passage into Europe." ”

"Does the commander-in-chief already have a battle plan in mind?" Song Zhen said cautiously.

Zhao Bin smiled slightly, pointed at Song Zhen and said with a smile, "You still know me!" Yes, I already have a preliminary battle plan in mind. If we succeed, we can easily defeat the Anglo-American coalition and capture Iraq, and even the entire Arabian Peninsula in one fell swoop. ”

"In that case, the commander-in-chief might as well come and listen to it, and let the lowly post also work with the staff officers." Song Zhen said with a smile.

Zhao Bin nodded and said, "Actually, I only have a rough plan in mind, and I'm not sure if this method is feasible, so let's study it together." ”

Zhao Bin, Song Zhen, and several operational staff officers of the headquarters. After several days of repeated research and discussion, as well as wargames, a new battle plan was finally formulated.

Song Zhen said with some concern, "I still think that this plan is too risky, and once it fails, it will not only fail to defeat the British and American forces. Our army will also suffer heavy losses as a result and temporarily lose its offensive capability, so I hope that the commander-in-chief will think twice. ”

"You! It's just too cautious! Zhao Bin smiled and said, "Since ancient times, there have been no victorious generals. Zhuge Liang also had a time when he lost the street pavilion. Since it is a war, there is a difference between victory and defeat, and if you wait until you are ten years sure, it will be too late. This is a bit risky. But give it a try. If this battle is won, our army will be able to capture the Arabian Peninsula in one fell swoop and enter the Mediterranean coast, and there will be no obstacle to the northward entry into Europe or the southward invasion of Africa. ”

"But His Majesty may not agree to such a risky plan." Song Zhen said with a frown.

"You're not Your Majesty, how do you know Your Majesty won't agree?" Zhao Bin asked with a smile.

"That's right, then put the plan on the line, and respectfully ask the Holy Judge! If Your Majesty doesn't agree, you should die of this heart! Song Zhen shook his head helplessly and said.

"Then you are wrong, as the old saying goes, the general will be outside, and the king's order will not be affected." Zhao Bin said with a stern face.

Looking at Zhao Bin's resolute expression, Song Zhen couldn't help but shake his head and said, "Then I still hope that Your Majesty can approve our battle plan." ”

"Don't worry! His Majesty will certainly approve our battle plan. Immediately put this plan on the table, and at the same time ordered all units to step up preparations for war in accordance with the battle plan, and just wait for His Majesty's decree to launch an attack immediately. Zhao Bin said with a stern face.

"Yes!" Song Zhen answered, turned around and walked towards the confidential room.

Originally, Zhao Bin thought that after Ren Chao received his battle plan, he would have to convene the staff officers of the General Staff to carefully study whether this plan was feasible before making a decision. This discussion will have to take two or three days! But what Zhao Bin didn't expect was that only half a day later, Ren Chao's holy decree came down, and the telegram only had one sentence, "Qing's battle plan will be all followed, and I hope that Qing will make persistent efforts to make new contributions to the Chinese Empire." ”

Zhao Bin took the telegram in his hand and looked incredulous, "This is the end?" In Zhao Bin's opinion, this is too hasty! Even if His Majesty the Emperor agrees with his battle plan, he should ask for it. But Ren Chao's telegram is just such a simple sentence.

"It's over!" Song Zhen nodded helplessly and said, "I heard that after receiving our battle plan, His Majesty convened the people of the army staff to discuss it, and most of them did not support this battle plan, thinking that this plan was too risky. But unexpectedly, His Majesty the Emperor directly approved our battle plan without even discussing it and deducing the military flag. It's really strange, could it be that His Majesty the Emperor has already expected that our army will be able to win this battle? ”

"This is the sanctity of our Emperor." Zhao Bin was naturally very happy and said with a smile.

"Now that His Majesty has approved our battle plan, when does the Commander-in-Chief plan to attack?" Song Zhen asked with a frown.

"The soldier is fast, naturally the faster the better! Immediately give orders to all armies, speed up, enter the designated positions as soon as possible, and be ready to attack at any time. Zhao Bin said with a stern face.

"Yes!" Song Zhen replied with a stern face. (To be continued......)

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