"Thomas, what do you think of the Chinese Navy?" Lieutenant General Evans asked. He knew very well that after they were intercepted by the Chinese Navy, they had no chance to break through the Chinese Navy's barrier and enter Tonkin Bay.

"Your Excellency, the Chinese warships, which look tattered, cannot be compared with our warships at all. They're like a bunch of beggars. Major General Thomas said contemptuously. As a white supremacist, he looked down on the Chinese Navy from the bottom of his bones.

"Alas! This is because they have just gone through a difficult naval battle. If you look closely, you can see that there are still many traces of repairs on their battleships. Don't you think that those scars are the best medal of the Chinese Navy? Lieutenant General Evans lamented.

Rear Admiral Thomas suddenly said no more, he was able to become the chief of staff of the fleet, and it was obviously not incapable. It's just that he subconsciously looks down on the Chinese, so he doesn't think about it.

"Your Excellency, you have to admit that the combat experience of the Chinese Navy is far stronger than ours. That's exactly what we're lacking. Major General Thomas said. The United States has too few opportunities to enter the war, and its opponents are mainly weak countries. Either a weak country like Mexico to the south, or a weakened old colonial power like the Kingdom of Spain. Even the closest Spanish-American war was sixteen years ago. Especially after entering the dreadnought, the US Navy has not yet had real combat experience.

Of course, it's not just the United States. The same is true for other countries around the world. With the exception of China and Japan, none of the rest of the countries had real combat experience with dreadnoughts. In this respect, China and Japan are undoubtedly ahead of the rest of the world.

Vice Admiral Evans nodded: "The U.S. Navy still has a long way to go to become a world-class navy!" Not only do you need a powerful warship, but you also need to have battle-hardened soldiers. ”

A strong navy is more than just warships. At the same time, we also need to have talent. Both are indispensable. The United States is now the world's largest industrial country, with deep pockets, and the US Navy can easily get powerful warships. However, talent in the navy is not so easy to obtain. In particular, talents who have been tested by war are very rare.

"Your Excellency, Commander. The Chinese have warned us, what should we do now? Major General Thomas asked.

"Tell the Chinese that we are going to Tokyo Bay to conduct a joint exercise with the Japanese Navy, and ask them to let them go." Lieutenant General Evans said. This is a pretext they have already thought of.

However, in terms of the relationship between Japan and the United States, it seems so impractical to hold joint exercises. However, I have to admit that this is indeed a passable reason. Of course, the Chinese Empire will not accept this reason. It's hard to say.

"Joint exercises? Joke. The main forces of the Japanese Navy were wiped out, what did they take to exercise with the Americans? "On the battleship 'Zhonghua', the flagship of the Pacific Fleet of the Imperial Navy, Marshal Cheng Biguang sneered with a sneer on his face.

"Marshal, these Yankees are obviously here to cheer up little Japan, but can you let them enter Tokyo Bay." Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Li Dingxin said. If the U.S. Navy enters Tokyo Bay to defend itself, it will be impossible for the Chinese Navy to continue the blockade of Japan. After all. Japan's coastline is too long for the Chinese Navy to concentrate its main forces in Sagami Bay forever.

"Humph! The Americans thought that this reason would be able to fool us. That would be a big mistake. Tell the Americans that the coastal waters of Japan have now become a no-sail zone set up by the Imperial Navy, and if they want to conduct exercises, they must wait until the Imperial Navy lifts the no-sail zone. Marshal Cheng Biguang said.

"Yes, Marshal." Lieutenant General Li Dingxin nodded.

The U.S. Navy replied to the Imperial Chinese Navy. Of course not satisfied.

Vice Admiral Evans claimed that the exchange of this exercise between the US Navy and the Japanese Navy had been decided a long time ago. The Chinese Navy's wanton obstruction is a complete provocation to the United States and a damage to the legitimate interests of the United States.

But. China's navy has refused to relent. The U.S. Navy was not able to pass until the no-sail zone was lifted.

A total of nearly 100 warships of the two navies confronted each other in Sagami Bay, and the number of capital ships was 20, and there seemed to be a sense that war was about to break out.

"Your Excellency, Commander, the Chinese are too arrogant and arrogant. We rushed straight over, I don't believe they really dared to fire at us! Major General Thomas suggested. If the Chinese navy does not dare to open fire, then they will be able to drive straight in. The no-sail zone demarcated by the Chinese Navy is nothing more than a joke.

Lieutenant General Evans frowned and did not answer, as if considering the gains and losses. After all, it's a bit too risky to do so. Once the situation escalates, or even goes off the rails, it will be against the orders of the White House. The White House ordered them to do so to deter the Chinese navy, not to provoke a war. Otherwise, this responsibility is simply not something he can afford.

The warships of China and the United States gathered in Sagami Bay, and there was a big appearance of starting a war without saying a word. But that's just the surface. In fact, both Vice Admiral Evans, commander of the U.S. fleet, and Marshal Cheng Biguang, commander of the Chinese Navy's Pacific Fleet, have been given clear instructions to avoid the outbreak of conflict, let alone war, as much as possible. If a war breaks out, it will be very unfavorable for both China and the United States. Even if a war between China and the United States cannot be avoided. But that's definitely not the time either.

The current world is still in the hands of the European powers, whether it is China or the United States, if they want to control the world, they must first wait until Europe is weakened. If the two countries go to war before Europe weakens, it will undoubtedly mean that the control of the world in the future will be handed over.

"Let's report to the country first!" Lieutenant General Evans made the final decision. If he acted without authorization, in the event of a conflict or even a war, the consequences were not something he could bear.

"Yes, Your Excellency, Commander." Major General Thomas nodded.

When the news of the interception of the U.S. fleet by the Chinese Navy in Sagami Bay reached the United States, the U.S. government was shocked. The fact that the Chinese Navy really dared to intercept the US fleet shows that China is taking a tough attitude.

U.S. President Wilson is also worried, is the Chinese really ready to destroy Japan at all costs? If this is the case, then if the United States must intervene, there will be only one result, and that is to trigger a war with China. The current military strength of the United States is at a disadvantage, and if it goes to war, it will be disadvantageous to Philadelphia of the United States.

Send the Navy to Tokyo, this is the proposal made by Secretary of War Garrison. Now that the problem has arisen, Garrison has a heavy responsibility on his shoulders. Especially if a fierce conflict is triggered, then he, the Minister of War, will probably have to step down.

US Secretary of the Navy Daniels proposed that since the Chinese Empire was so tough, it would be better to withdraw the fleet first, or retreat to Manila, to avoid further tension.

It's just that such words undoubtedly send a signal to the outside world, that is, the United States is afraid of China. This is very unfavorable to the United States, which is eager to enhance its international image. Therefore, even if this suggestion was correct, it was not adopted by President Wilson.

Eventually, Secretary of War Garrison suggested that the Chinese could be tested first. Let's see if the Chinese side is really determined, or just a façade. If China is truly determined, then it will not be too late for the United States to compromise.

Although such an action was somewhat risky, President Wilson, after careful consideration, adopted the proposal.

Soon, the order reached the hands of Vice Admiral Evans, commander of the American fleet.

After receiving the order, Lieutenant General Evans chose to follow the order, even though he was a little worried.

On the morning of September 11, 4612 (14), the American fleet, which was confronting the Chinese Navy, changed. The warships of the US Navy began to move closer to the Chinese Navy, and there was a great deal of direct collision.

"Damn, what do these Americans want to do? Do they really want to provoke a war? Marshal Cheng Biguang said with a cold face.

"Marshal, what shall we do now? Do you want to fire or not? Lieutenant General Li Dingxin asked. The U.S. Navy is getting closer and closer, and it will soon be in the effective range of the Imperial Navy.

"Warn the Americans, let them slow down. Otherwise, we will see them as attacking us. We will take the necessary measures to defend it. Marshal Cheng Biguang ordered.

It's just that the United States didn't take Marshal Cheng Biguang's warning to heart at all. The American fleet continued to move forward, and it was getting faster and faster.

The choice is left to the Chinese Navy, and if they open fire, they will undoubtedly provoke a conflict and assume responsibility for provoking it. If they back down, then the U.S. Navy will break through their barrage, and their no-sail zone will become a joke.

It's just that Marshal Cheng Biguang has not made a choice for a long time.

The American fleet got closer and closer, and soon the distance between the two sides was reduced to less than ten kilometers. The warships of the Chinese Navy were ready for battle, and the turrets began to rotate, aimed at the warships of the US Navy. The shells are loaded, and they can be fired at the first command.

Similarly, the warships of the U.S. Navy have targeted the warships of the Chinese Navy. The war is almost on the verge of breaking out. (To be continued.) )

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