When Jiang Ziyue saw Li Jingxian again, it was already mid-August of this year. \ Updating the super-fast/dry desert planet Iserlon, but at this time it shows a gentle and cool side. In a teahouse on the lakeside next to the Border Fleet Headquarters building, Li Jingxian's beautiful wife, Li Shuwei, is brewing gongfu tea for her husband in an elegant posture. However, the leisurely Li Jingxian turned a blind eye to the singing of warblers and birds and the green willows and flowers in the distance, and looked at the continuous yellow-brown 'colored' sand dunes in the distance.

"Report." Jiang Ziyue's arrival interrupted the young general's leisure to watch the desert scenery.

"Colonel Jiang." Li Jingxian said in surprise, but he didn't even move his buttocks, sat on the chair, and gestured, "Come, please sit." ”

"Yes, sir." Jiang Ziyue responded with the posture of a junior officer, and then sat down at the table.

"Come, tea, please."

Li Shuwei said enthusiastically. She is completely a black beautiful 'woman', but she '' a Cantonese Mandarin Chinese.

Her original name was Claudia? After marrying into the Li family, her father-in-law Li Zhongkun gave her a name because of the tradition of the Republic of China, and she was called Li Shuwei. The same custom was passed down in some of the noble families of the Chinese in the empire. For example, the former consul Wang Xiaodi, who was originally a Jew, no longer used his original name Damara after marrying into the Wang family? Phoebe.

However, the vast majority of ordinary imperial Chinese families did not have this custom, and the name after marriage customarily followed the "mainland custom", that is, the original surname and first name of the spouse were retained, like Jiang Ziyue's wife was still called Lotta, and kept the original surname Stoldt, not Jiang Lotta. On the contrary, the Chinese families and families in the federation basically follow the "customs of Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macao and overseas", and most of the "women" and "sexuals" have to change their husband's surname or add their husband's surname after marrying Su Yu, for example, after Zhao Bing married Su Yu, she was called Su Zhao Bing. After continuing the strings with Robben, he was renamed Luo Zhaobing. Therefore, from the perspective of the empire, the federation claims to be liberal and democratic, but it has even deprived the 'female' and 'sexual' right to a name after marriage, which is one of the important "criminal evidences" of its democratic hypocrisy.

In fact, the Chinese in the two countries are not only different in customs, but also quite culturally. The official written Chinese of the empire is Simplified Chinese, and the common colloquial language is Mandarin Chinese, while the official written Chinese characters of the Federation are 'mixed' between Taiwanese orthodox and Hong Kong and Macao traditional Chinese, and the common colloquial language is called Chinese. Since the Chinese in the world account for more than one-third of the total population, they play a pivotal role in the political life of the two countries. Like the Imperial Senate, in the three hundred years after the "Swan Castle Revolution", every Senate had Chinese, and they were often at the heart of decision-making.

It is also for these reasons that, in the eyes of some people with a broad anti-Chinese mentality, the dispute between the empire and the federation is nothing more than a civil war between the Chinese. Tens of thousands of people who died in the war are nothing more than cannon fodder for the Chinese to dominate the stars.

"Come, please."

After Li Jing finished speaking, he slightly picked up a small porcelain teacup with his thumb and index finger, poured out a little of the green tea full of it, brought it to his mouth, smelled it, enjoyed the aroma of the high-quality oolong, and then slowly tasted it in his mouth.

"Thank you, Mrs. Li, please."

Jiang Ziyue saluted respectfully, picked up the small teacup, and drank it all, his movements were crisp and neat, and he did not have the elegance and leisure of his boss at all.

After putting down the teacup, Li Jingxian said to his wife: "Madam, please recuse yourself, I have some important business to discuss with Colonel Jiang." ”

"Yes. Let's talk over tea. Colonel, goodbye. Li Shuwei had a smile on her face and a calm attitude.

At this time, the couple's performance reminded Jiang Ziyue of an ancient idiom, respecting each other like guests. He has always had this impression of Lotta and Gus when he was invited to have a meal at Li's house at the end of last year.

After his wife left, Li Jingxian took on the responsibility of making tea and asked, "Colonel, is there anything wrong with me?" ”

"Is that so, 'Mao'? The number of warships reported for duty by the Eastern Fleet was different from the original plan. There were only two hundred battleships, and eight hundred cruisers. The remaining General Karios said that it would not be possible to be in place until next year. ”

"The promises of the Senate have always been discounted."

Li Jingxian said with a smile. Regarding the situation of the Senate, except for the senators themselves, I am afraid that no one can compare with him, the "prince?" Party? The party leader "is clearer."

"If there is no large-scale combat mission until next year, it is nothing. However, I am afraid that the Bundeswehr may take advantage of this great victory in the Battle of the 'Yi' Star Field to launch a new strategic offensive against our country. Jiang Ziyue looked a little worried.

"The 'if' is very uncertain."

Li Jing said first and brought a cup of tea to Jiang Ziyue, doing his best as a landlord.

"But then again, their new president, Song Tingrong, should not rush to attack us in the current situation if he has enough patience and wisdom."

Jiang Ziyue nodded, agreed with his words, and then analyzed: "As far as I know, Song Tingrong is not like his predecessor Richard? Milhouse was battle-hardened, had never fought a war, and was not 'well-versed' in military strategy. And his Minister of Defense Leonardo? Higgins is also not like his predecessor Eric? Feng? General Bloomberg is so pragmatic. ”

Li Jingxian immediately understood what Jiang Ziyue was going to say next. He nodded and said, "Higgins was once ridiculed by Su Yu as a 'master of military science', which is a metaphor for his theoretical level and extraordinary imagination, but his actual command and execution ability is very low. This kind of person, coupled with Song Tingrong, who lacks experience in military strategic management, has encountered shit luck again, and as soon as he took office, he hit the jackpot of a big victory, and he will definitely be carried away by the victory and eagerly launch an attack on us. ”

"Yes, that's what I'm worried about. But now, the 'Constantine' fleet has been transferred back to New Byzantium, and the 'Hannibal' fleet is also preparing to return to the planet of Africa. The Senate is also preparing to mobilize the fleets of Charlemagne, Attila and Alexander to recapture the interstellar planet Yi. Once the national borders change, I am afraid that we will be left with an incomplete detachment. ”

"There's no way around it. Yi's star field failed miserably, and the national strength was even tighter, and there was no spare money to build more warships, unless it was transferred to the wartime economy. But this is a life that no one wants to live. Even if there is a national mobilization, there may not be enough time available. ”

Li Jingxian was a little helpless.

"You know what? The original plan of the Senate was to complete the formation of the new four major detachments by the end of this year, and each fleet would be equipped with more than 2,000 battleships, all of which would be of the 'Commander' and 'Commander' classes, and all of the flagships would be of the 'Super Commander' class, so that our army would be able to overwhelm the Bundeswehr in an all-round way. But the reality is that the entire Central Fleet has received less than 2,000 ships of the 'Commander' class so far, and a considerable number of them have been damaged in battle. There are only three ships in the enhanced version, and after the destruction of the 'Genghis Khan', only two remain. As for the 'Super Commander', I'm afraid I won't leave the factory until you and I are both retired. ”

Listening to the inside information that Li Jing first revealed, Jiang Ziyue had no choice but to smile and said: "It seems that the realization of this shipbuilding plan will be postponed for countless years. ”

"So in the event of a war, we can only do our best and use the limited battleships and cruisers we have at hand to fight for victory." Speaking of this, Li Jingxian suddenly smiled mysteriously at Jiang Ziyue. "How do I feel, it seems to be providence."

"Providence?" Jiang Ziyue didn't understand the meaning of his words.

Li Jingxian maintained the smile just now, sipped the tea, and said: "Think about it, Jiang Ziyue, since you scared off thirteen times the enemy army in the vicinity of the 'Tai Chi' line the year before last, how many battles have been carried out with the superiority of troops?" ”

Jiang Ziyue understood what the other party really meant. He couldn't help but let out a wry smile and said, "General, what you say reminds me of what Gus once said to me: 'Maybe we are destined to fight against a superior enemy all our lives. ’”

"No, he's wrong." Li Jingxian immediately denied it, "In the June campaign, our army had the advantage of troops. It's a pity that he died in battle, and in a fiasco. ”

"yes. I was shocked when I heard of his death. Jiang Ziyue's tone was filled with heavy sadness.

"When the Senate decided to increase the number of troops in the 'Yi' Star Field, I told Baitou to find an excuse not to go."

Li Jingxian said this kind of thing, which surprised Jiang Ziyue. And Li Jingxian seemed to see it, and then explained:

"Because I knew early on that the Imperial Marshal Bergdorf was going to go out himself. Although the marshal has died in battle and the heroic spirit has been promoted to Valhalla, I still have to say with great disrespect that he is too arrogant and arrogant, even to the point of self-righteousness. Therefore, following him to fight a big battle is naturally more auspicious. He resembles Du Yimin, the Imperial Marshal, and his opponent, General Bloomberg, is General Su Yu's favorite subordinate. Marshal Du never defeated General Su, and Bergdorf could hardly defeat Bloomberg. Our marshal has already lost a round in terms of 'sex' personality, and if you run into that radish head who can push your tactics forward, you can't even be defeated. ”

After Li Jingxian finished speaking, he didn't forget to say bluntly and sighed: "The most regrettable thing for me is that Gus took his 'sex' life. Originally, your position was reserved for him. ”

"I'm nowhere near Gus in fleet command." Jiang Ziyue said modestly that this is also the truth.

"You just haven't been trained to command a fleet in a specialized 'door'." Li Jingxian looked at Jiang Ziyue with admiration, but he still turned the topic back to Gus, who was already dead. "I have always believed that with Gus under his tent, he will be invincible."

"I've worked with Gus and I've had a really good result."

Jiang Ziyue proudly said that he did not comprehend the other party's "invincible" referring subject.

"That's different, Jiang Ziyue." Li Jingxian said solemnly.

"You call it cooperation, you are joining forces. In the battle between the border space of the 135th parallel and the 'New Rhine' star field, although Gus is called your commander, he has given you the authority to operate independently. In some ways, you're more like fraternal troops. Gus is very good at employing people, and puts your subordinates on an equal footing. I also don't think you're going to be able to fully utilize your talents by letting you stay on my flagship and help me issue orders and make plans. Accordingly, I have submitted a report to the Senate and to General Karrios to remove you from the post of Chief of Staff. At the same time, adapt 'Mao'? The organizational structure of the Eastern Fleet, with you directly commanding all cruisers. It is believed that the report will be approved soon. ”

Faced with such an appointment, Jiang Ziyue seemed a little overwhelmed.

"What? And that's a good thing. Li Jingxian smiled and said, "Although there are only 800 cruisers, they are much more than my 200 battleships." ”

"The general laughed, no matter how you say it, I am also the commander under my command."

"I'm doing it for a reason." Li Jingxian resumed his serious tone again, "The fiasco of the Imperial Marshal in Bergdorf inspired me. The enemy was able to use as many as 1,500 cruisers to carry out a large-scale space storm tactic, and it was unexpectedly launched from behind our forces. I was very surprised by the meticulous and efficient coordination of its reconnaissance, command, and control capabilities. Therefore, it is necessary for us to change our thinking on the decisive battle of the fleet in the past and make new tests and new ways of fighting. Our training tactics for the rest of the day will follow the principles you used to do when you joined forces with Gus. My battleship forces are doing diversionary strikes head-on, while your cruisers are carrying out 'space storm' tactics from the sidelines. ”

"I've always wanted this tactic to be accepted and popularized, not just treated as a thaumaturgy."

Jiang Ziyue is very happy that his tactical innovation has been recognized at a higher level. Of course, this is not only because of the open-mindedness of a young general like Li Jingxian, but also because of the creative use of this tactic by his opponent Robbo. However, in addition to being happy, Jiang Ziyue was still a little sad, because Robb's success caused more than 300,000 Imperial Army soldiers to die. That said, the cost of getting the space storm tactics recognized is enormous.

"Hopefully, our new tactics will make up for our disadvantage."

When Li Jingxian, who believed in himself, said this, he was quite worried. Because he is also acutely aware that his opponents will also fully embrace and promote this tactic. At the critical moment of the Battle of the "Yi" Star Field, Bloomberg 'handed over' as many as 1,500 cruisers to Robb, and let him launch a large-scale space storm with confidence, which is a powerful proof of this. So, he went on to say:

"The enemy already knows how to use this new tactic, and we must come up with ways to contain the space storm as soon as possible. Otherwise, our disadvantage is still obvious. ”

Jiang Ziyue said: "Since encountering the enemy's space storm tactics for the first time in the border space of the 135th parallel, I have begun to think about ways to deal with this tactic. But general, I won't tell you a secret. The Space Storm Tactic is my invention, and if I want to deal with it, I will be able to defeat myself. ”

"Then the problem rises to the level of philosophy." Li Jingxian said with a smile.

"But I already have some ideas. It's inconvenient to say it now, so I'll sort it out as soon as possible and then 'submit' it to you for reference. ”

"Okay, let's figure it out together." Li Jingxian nodded, "If there is nothing to do, you can go, and the affairs of the fleet will bother you." I'll have to spend some time with my wife. ”

"The general is gracious." After Jiang Ziyue finished speaking, he stood up and saluted and said goodbye.