"The Chinese have always regarded Japan as a major problem, and this is undoubtedly a good opportunity for them to solve Japan. If we want to keep Japan, I am afraid that we will pay a lot of price. In addition, it is necessary to take a strong stance, otherwise it will be impossible to make the Chinese back down. Brian said. He knows very well that it will be very difficult for the United States to keep Japan this time.

"Your Excellency, do you have any good suggestions?" President Wilson asked.

"First, at the diplomatic level, we must lodge a solemn protest to the Chinese and demand that the Chinese not change the pattern of the Far East without authorization. Perhaps, we can pull the British and the French together. The two countries, of course, were working hard against the Allies. However, this does not mean that they are willing to see the expansion of the Chinese. Let them show their attitude with us, and it should be no problem. Brian said.

President Wilson and others nodded their heads, and diplomatic efforts were essential. However, this alone may not be enough.

"Second, the United States must show its resolve, even at the cost of war. We can send a powerful fleet to the Far East, whether it's to Manila or even directly to Tokyo. Let the Chinese know our determination, and they will think carefully. Brian continued.

"Your Excellency, this is not going to work, this is too risky. This may force the Chinese to go to war against us first. In addition, it is too risky to send a fleet to the Far East. If the size of the fleet we send is too small, it will not be enough to deter the Chinese. And if the fleet is too large, the security of our homeland will be threatened. Secretary of the Navy Daniels shook his head.

"No, Lord Daniels. As long as we show determination, the Chinese will not take risks. In addition, the homeland of the United States is safe, and no one can threaten the homeland of the United States. Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. It is a natural barrier for the United States. Even if the entire naval fleet is sent, there will be no problem. Brian said.

The geographical location of the United States can be described as unique, located in the New World, they are protected by the two natural curses of the Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, and they do not have to worry about the threat of other powers on their homeland. And around the United States, there are no powerful countries that can threaten them. Canada on the back. It's just a British colony. The British are now too busy to take care of themselves, and at the same time they are eager to draw the United States into the Entente, so naturally they will not pose a threat to the United States. Mexico, to the south, has long been beaten by the United States and has lost its temper, so naturally it does not dare to provoke the United States anymore.

"Your Excellency, will the Chinese really retreat?" President Wilson frowned as well, apparently he wouldn't have thought it would be so easy.

"Your Excellency President, the Chinese are not fools, they will recognize reality. At the very beginning of their industrialization process. Fighting a big country like the United States, or even war, is not beneficial to them at all. In addition, if the Japanese can also show their determination to stop the Chinese at all costs, then the Chinese may have no other choice. Of course, with the greedy character of the Chinese, they will certainly not return empty-handed. If you can give them some benefits. Then there shouldn't be any major problems. Brian said with a smile, as if everything was under his control.

"What do you think?" President Wilson didn't make a decision right away.

"Your Excellency. I think Your Excellency Secretary of State's plan is very viable. The Chinese are very greedy, and as long as they can obtain certain benefits, they will definitely not take risks. After all, once the war starts, they are not necessarily guaranteed to win. In addition, the Japanese are a very crazy nation and want to conquer this nation. The cost of destroying this country must be very staggering. After comparing the two, the Chinese will make the right choice. Secretary of War Garrison said.

Treasury Secretary McAdoo also expressed his support, but his only concern was that. The United States has already lent enough to Japan. However, the situation in Japan is getting worse and worse. At that time, I am afraid that it will be difficult to recover these loans!

However, President Wilson said that as long as Japan can hold China down for the United States and contain China's development, it will be worth it even if it gives Japan more loans. After all, if the United States were to confront China in person, they would probably pay a greater price.

Secretary of the Navy Daniels also said that the US Navy could send a powerful fleet to the Far East, however, it would be better to be stationed in Manila rather than Tokyo. If you go to Tokyo, it's undoubtedly easier to get off the rails. If a direct conflict or even war breaks out between China and the United States, it will be a big trouble. Therefore, Daniels also said that if the situation is very critical, the US Navy must withdraw. He does not see this as a good time for the US Navy to go to war directly with the Chinese Navy.

"Well, Your Excellency, let's do what you want. The U.S. government will do its best to help this plan succeed. President Wilson finally clapped his mind.

Subsequently, U.S. Secretary of State Brian summoned the Japanese ambassador to the U.S., and the two sides had a detailed three-hour talk. After the meeting, the Japanese ambassador to the United States left happily.

At the same time, the US Navy's West Coast Fleet also received a task from Secretary of the Navy Daniels to conduct a long-distance exercise. The main force of the West Coast Fleet will be deployed from San Diego to Manila.

At this moment, in order to guard against China's threat to the United States, the main force of the US Navy has gathered in the West Coast Fleet. The East Coast Fleet is nothing more than a spectacle. After all, at this moment the Entente and the Central Powers are in a big war, and it is impossible for either the Entente or the Central Powers to attack the United States. There is absolutely no need for the United States to deploy a powerful fleet on the East Coast. The main force of the navy is to move to the more threatening west coast.

After receiving orders from Secretary Daniels, Vice Admiral Evans, who had been promoted to commander of the West Coast Fleet, left the San Diego Naval Base with a large fleet that would cross the entire Pacific Ocean and head to Manila. Of course, this is also a deterrent to China. This huge fleet included two 'New York-class' battleships, two 'Wyoming-class' battleships, two 'Florida-class' battleships, two 'Delaware-class' battleships, two 'South Carolina-class' battleships, as well as armored cruisers and light cruisers and destroyers, more than 30 large and small, plus supply ships, a total of more than 50 battleships.

Such a huge fleet basically accounts for more than 80 percent of the US Navy's strength. If this fleet is lost, the U.S. Navy will collapse. Therefore, the fact that the United States does not hesitate to take such a big risk in order to protect Japan shows that they attach great importance to Japan. Of course, in terms of the great industrial power of the United States. Even these ships were lost. In a few years, they will be able to rebuild a much more powerful navy.

At a time when the United States was determined to intervene in the conflict between China and Japan, the Chinese Emperor Wu Haoxuan was convening his military and political ministers to discuss how to deal with Japan next. The navy took out the Japanese navy in one fell swoop, and that was only the first step. After solving the Japanese threat to the empire, the empire must obtain as much benefit as possible in order to be considered the final victory.

"Ladies and gentlemen, the Imperial Navy performed very well in this battle, and dealt with the Japanese at the lowest cost. From now on, Japan is unlikely to pose much of a threat to the empire. The Imperial Navy has made a great contribution this time! Wu Haoxuan said with a smile on his face.

"It's all Your Majesty's wisdom and martial arts, without Your Majesty's foresight, the Imperial Navy would not have been able to achieve its current achievements." Marshal Sa Zhenbing, Minister of the Navy, hurriedly said. Those of them who are courtiers naturally don't dare to take credit.

"There are clear rewards and punishments, and this is a must." Wu Haoxuan insisted.

"Ladies and gentlemen, what are we going to do with Japan next?" Wu Haoxuan asked.

"Your Majesty, according to the information we have received from the intelligence services, Japan is stepping up its preparedness against our invasion. Their army has already begun to mobilize, and twenty-four divisions will be at full capacity. And this is only the first step for the Japanese Army. If necessary, they will form more divisions. Although the Japanese Navy suffered a crushing defeat, it was also actively preparing for war. They began to deploy mines in the main shipping lanes and seaports to stop our offensive. However, we also understand that the Japanese seem to want to end the conflict with us through diplomatic means. The Japanese are reaching out to Britain and the United States, wanting both countries to support them. General Chen Xudong, director of the Military Intelligence Bureau, said.

"It seems that the Japanese have also realized that the empire will not let them go easily." Prime Minister Yang Du said.

"Japan and the Empire cannot live in peace, and the two countries must fall to the next one. However, it now seems that it is likely that Japan will fall. Wu Haoxuan said.

The ministers all nodded their heads one after another, and they were also a little glad that the Empire had developed rapidly over the years. Otherwise, I'm afraid it will be the empire that falls.

"If the Japanese want to end the conflict, they have to pay a sufficient price. In order to continue to maintain deterrence and further weaken Japan's power. From now on, the Navy will blockade Japan. Not only to cut off Japan's overseas trade routes, but also to cut off their main source of seafood, so that the Japanese would have to pay enough to do so. Wu Haoxuan ordered.

"Yes, Your Majesty." The Minister of the Navy, Marshal Sa Zhenbing, nodded. This is not the first time that the navy has done this because of the blockade of Japan, and it has long been experienced. (To be continued.) )

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