Rebirth of the Republic of China: The Rise of China

Prepare to build a large mixed fleet of aircraft carriers, battleships, cruisers, destroyers, and even submarines to invade China's inland waters.Destroy all cities along the coast of China through naval attacks, and retaliate against the military action of the Chinese "government" to wipe out a small mixed fleet of the empire.Undoubtedly, at this moment, the entire Japanese "government" is most concerned.

For the sake of the success of the entire military retaliation operation, after several years of continuous stockpiling of limited resources in the country, they began to be sent to several major military ports of the navy.A large number of ships under the Navy that are about to be touched have also begun to conduct final inspections before the attack.Then, install the necessary coal and heavy oil for fleet travel, and even a large number of naval guns and shells that the army is very jealous of... >

In Japan, first of all, under the joint coordination of the Minister of the Navy, the Minister of the Army, the Chief of Staff and others.The preparations for the fleet's departure appeared to be orderly, without any confusion.

At the same time, the morale of the entire country was also raised to the highest point under the guidance of public opinion.All citizens, including the Emperor of Japan, are full of confidence in the military retaliation that the navy is about to launch.At the same time, I also believe that the empire will get enough benefits from the cowardly Chinese to continue to grow and develop the empire in this military revenge.

Perhaps it was because of the strong rise of Li Guosheng's Ninth Army that the Japanese "government" suffered consecutive defeats in several military operations with China.The Inuyang Cabinet, also known as Prime Minister Inuyang Takeshi, stepped onto the Japanese ruling stage more than a year in advance, serving as the new cabinet prime minister of the Japanese "government" and forming a new cabinet of the Japanese "government". [

The navy dispatched this large mixed fleet to launch a retaliatory army against the Chinese "government" as a blow.For the cabinet that just took office, first of all, it is a good thing.It's also bad.

This military retaliation finally won, the entire Japanese "government".It will definitely take this victory as a condition to get enough benefits from the Chinese "government".And myself.You can also use this victory to stabilize your position as prime minister.

But what if it fails?It is certain that like the previous two prime ministers, he will be kicked out of power by the people in disgrace.

Therefore, in the face of this military retaliation with a very gambling nature, Prime Minister Inukai Takeshi has been full of worries since he took office.However, after seeing the faces of the military full of enthusiasm.Before there is a real reason to persuade the military to stop this military operation, what Inuyang Takeshi can do is to support everyone in the preparation work as much as possible, and pray to God by the way: the mixed fleet that is attacking this time must not encounter it again The Ninth Army can be called a weird naval fleet, so don't suffer too much damage.

Maybe his prayers did the trick.

As the day's busy work came to an end, Prime Minister Inuyang Takeshi leaned on his seat, squinted his eyes, and rested quietly.There was a slightly hasty knock on the door.There was a very abrupt knock at the door.

Looking at the completely dark sky outside the window, I heard the rare and hasty knocking on the door.Inuyang Takeshi knew that if it was not urgent, the adjutant would never knock on the door like this when he was about to get off work.After suddenly opening a pair of sharp eyes.He quickly sat on his seat and said to the door: "Come in...>

The door was opened, and it was not the adjutant who walked in.It was the slightly anxious figure of Minister of War Sadao Araki.Seeing a telegram in Araki Sadao's hand, Prime Minister Inuyang Tsuyoshi subconsciously thought of the Korean battlefield.The Kwantung Army under attack by Chinese troops.Frowning, he asked the slightly terrified Minister of War: "Mr. Araki, did something happen to the Kwantung Army..."

"Hi..."

Sadao Araki replied anxiously.Then, facing Prime Minister Inukai Takeshi in front of him, he said eagerly: "Your Excellency, the minister requests the cabinet: Immediately cancel the imperial navy's military retaliation against China's mainland, and negotiate with the Chinese "government". Through negotiations, resolve the two issues." China's immediate disputes, end the fighting as soon as possible..."

"Negotiations...>

Seeing the Minister of the Army Araki Sadao who had a firm face in front of him, who didn't seem to be joking with him, Inuyang Takeshi asked with a puzzled face: "Araki-kun, do you know what you are talking about...>

Of course, Minister of War Araki Sadao knew about these things, but he thought of the Kwantung Army that might be wiped out by the Ninth Army at any time.Even the North Korean garrison, which may be attacked by the Chinese army later, a trace of bitterness appeared on Araki Sadao's face.

The entire Kwantung Army was wiped out, not as simple as the complete annihilation of an infantry regiment.You must know that although the total strength of the Kwantung Army is not large, it is a front army under the military department.A front army was wiped out by the Chinese, which is absolutely unprecedented in the history of the empire.

It is conceivable that once this matter becomes a reality.Not only would he lose his post as Minister of War, but even his military career, which he had fought for most of his life, would end because of this.

As Prime Minister of the Imperial Army, Sadao Araki would certainly not allow this to happen.Under the gaze of Inuyang Yi's puzzled eyes, he quickly told the bad situation that the Kwantung Army is currently facing.

"Five thousand Kwantung Army elites were burned alive by the Chinese army with incendiary bombs...>

"Romper...>

Although I haven't really seen the specific power of incendiary bombs, the fact that the Chinese army used incendiary bombs to severely damage the Imperial Navy's squadron is still spreading in the country.At the same time, through this naval battle, the military also realized the importance of incendiary bombs and began to develop this powerful weapon. [

And now, the Chinese Ninth Army, the sworn enemy of the Japanese "government".Once again using facts on the battlefield to show the Empire that incendiary bombs are no less powerful than gas bombs...>

Prime Minister Inuyang Takeshi considers himself to be a ruthless person, but thinking of the tragic scene where thousands of Kwantung Army and tens of thousands of Koreans were directly burned to black charcoal by a fire, he still couldn't help but feel a little bit of fear and fear psychology.

The frightened Prime Minister Inuyang Takeshi, with the last sliver of hope, asked back: "There is really no other way. Block the offensive of the Ninth Army of China, fight against the incendiary bombs in the hands of the Chinese, and save the Kwantung Army?" The Internet does not skip words.

Sadao Araki shook his head helplessly, and said, "Your Excellency, if it hadn't been for the sudden rain in North Korea, with the powerful firepower and heavy equipment possessed by China's Ninth Army, at this moment, it has advanced to the headquarters of the Kwantung Army. In China When people hold incendiary bombs that are no less powerful than gas bombs, we have no strength to contend with the Ninth Army...>

"However, even if troops are sent to reinforce the Kwantung Army, it cannot be completed in a short period of time. Because, with the navy's retaliatory military action, a large amount of strategic materials in the domestic reserve has been consumed. Unless the empire is preparing to launch a national war , No. The entire country has no capacity. It is supporting two to three divisions to fight outside."

"In addition, once the Kwantung Army is attacked by the Chinese army, the North Korean garrison will become the next attack target of the Chinese army. With the strength shown by the Chinese army on the battlefield, the North Korean garrison will be wiped out once again. , is definitely not impossible. Without the North Korean troops stationed, we will want to weaken our control over North Korea. At the same time, the large number of iron ore and coal mines in North Korea will interrupt the supply to our empire... >

"So, please make a decision immediately, Prime Minister: The Chinese army must not be allowed to gain a foothold in North Korea. Otherwise, our Empire of Japan will lose control of North Korea step by step, threatening the strategic resource reserves of the Empire of Japan."

The Kwantung Army was wiped out by the Chinese army, although it had a great impact on the face of the imperial "government".However, it did not affect the actual strength of the empire. After all, the empire's sufficient reserve force is there. If it loses [-] elites, it can immediately recruit another [-] elites from the country, or even [-] elites.

However, the loss of control over North Korea, especially the control of a large number of resources in North Korea, will have a huge impact on the entire empire.

In this resource-poor land, all kinds of coal mines and iron ore needed by the empire, without exception, all need to rely on imports.Because of the successive discoveries of several major iron ore and coal mines in North Korea, to a certain extent, the empire's demand for these two resources has been well alleviated.However, once the empire loses these minerals in North Korea, it is conceivable that the entire empire will immediately fall into a period of stagnant development due to the sudden shortage of coal mines and iron ore...

More importantly, without coal mines and iron mines, the various armaments needed for the empire's external expansion would not be able to be produced.This undoubtedly had a very fatal blow to the development of the empire.

After a short analysis, Prime Minister Inukai Takeshi had to admit one thing: for the development of the empire, but also for the future of the empire.North Korea must not have any mistakes, and the Kwantung Army that sticks to North Korea must not have any accidents.

Frowning, facing Araki Sadao, he continued to ask: "Araki-kun, I already know the situation. But, is there any specific connection between the rescue of the Kwantung Army and the navy's attack on the mainland of China?"

"Romper...>

Under the gaze of Prime Minister Inukai Takeshi, he explained: "Your Excellency, Prime Minister, we can use the navy to attack the Chinese mainland, threaten the Chinese "government" and demand that the Chinese army withdraw from North Korea immediately...>

Inuyang Takeshi nodded noncommittally, and continued to ask: "In this case, why don't we let the navy directly attack the mainland of China. Through artillery shells, "force" the Chinese "government" to compromise with us and withdraw from North Korea. You have to be clear, Even though the Chinese navy has wiped out several fleets of the empire, the overall strength of their navy is still less than one-fifth of that of the empire...>

Of course, Sadao Araki also hoped that this would happen, using strong military power to make the Chinese "government" take the initiative to compromise with the empire.However, after careful analysis of China's Ninth Army's tough attitude towards Japan, we have to deny this statement.Change military action to negotiation.

Seeing the tough expression on Prime Minister Inukai Takeshi's face, Minister of the Army Sadao Araki.After shaking his head, he explained: "First of all, Your Excellency. I also hope to use military means to "force" the Chinese "government" to compromise with us. However, what I want to say is that once we do this, the empire must do a good job with it." The Chinese "government" is preparing for a full-scale war...>

"No matter how powerful the imperial navy is, it can only threaten China's coastal cities. The Chinese army, especially the Chinese Ninth Army, can concentrate its forces and launch a full-scale military counterattack against all imperial troops stationed in North Korea. Completely Occupy North Korea and cut off North Korea's supply of resources to the mainland of the empire."

"In addition, although the strength of the Chinese navy is less than one-fifth of the empire's. However, their secret submarine force, the offshore air force, is fully capable of causing heavy damage to the imperial navy."

"At that time, not only will the empire not be able to obtain any benefits from the Chinese 'government', but it will also lose North Korea, a source of resources, and many advanced naval ships. The Chinese 'government', at most, will lose some coastal cities, not at all. could threaten the very foundations of their country."

"Of course. There may be an exception in one case, and that is to dispatch the army to launch an all-out war against the Chinese "government". However, the imperial army has not yet completed a full refit, and the local resources are almost exhausted because of this naval battle. Under the circumstances, the final victory of the all-out war. Will it definitely belong to the Great Japanese Empire?" The net does not skip words. [

After Army Minister Sadao Araki's repeated questions, Prime Minister Inukai Takeshi fell into deep thought because he couldn't refute.

But at this moment, another burst of hurried footsteps reached the ears of the two, breaking the silent atmosphere in Prime Minister Inuyang Takeshi's office.

"Report sir, the latest telegram from Lieutenant General Honjo Fan of the Kwantung Army Headquarters..." A communications staff officer from the staff headquarters quickly took out a telegram, saluted, and reported.

"The Kwantung Army...>

"Hoo..." After reading the telegram, a long breath came from Sadao Araki's mouth.At the same time, the nervous expression on his face also slowly disappeared.

After a long breath of relief, he said to Prime Minister Inuyang Yi who was also nervous in front of him, "Your Excellency, this is good news...>

"What are their negotiating demands?" Prime Minister Inukai asked.

"China and Japan cease all military operations and live in peace...>

At the same time, a pair of eyes suddenly flashed with surprise.Facing Prime Minister Inukai Takeshi, he said mysteriously: "In addition, the Ninth Army has an additional condition...>

"Eh? What does this mean...>

Araki Sadao's eyes also flashed a sharp edge quickly, and said: "Your Excellency, there is no accident. The Ninth Group is telling us. As long as the empire does not become an enemy of the Ninth Group, it is absolutely possible to invade other regions of China. For example, the three northeastern provinces and other places... After all, China has not been truly unified. The relationship between many forces in China and the Ninth Army is not harmonious."

After Araki Sadao's analysis just now, Prime Minister Inukai Takeshi has agreed to this negotiation request from the bottom of his heart.However, the entire "government" of the empire cannot be decided by a single prime minister.After thinking for a while, he ordered: "Araki-kun, I generally agree with this request. However, to make a real decision, the cabinet needs to be unified. Therefore, I decided to hold a cabinet meeting tomorrow morning to make the final decision. Decide…"

Losing North Korea, on the face of it, does not have much of an impact on the Navy.However, Cen Sheng, the Minister of the Navy, who is well aware of the shortage of domestic resources, does not think so.

Without the continuous supply of a large amount of steel to the country, the entire empire's large naval plan would not be able to proceed.Among other things, in the first two naval battles, the large number of ships lost to the Chinese navy could not be replenished due to the lack of steel in the country.

And this also means that for a long time to come, the limited number of naval ships of the Imperial Navy will be scrapped and one less.

Regarding the upcoming naval retaliation, although Dajiao Censheng is confident that the final victory will definitely belong to the Imperial Navy.However, relying on the strange combat effectiveness shown by the Chinese navy and air force in the first two naval battles.Dajiao Censheng also affirmed that the imperial navy would definitely pay a high price for this attack.

If the final outcome is really as the Minister of War said, the empire will lose control of North Korea, and eventually, a full-scale war between China and Japan will break out.That means that the Imperial Navy not only did not take advantage of any advantages during this military operation, but also lost a large number of naval ships that could not be replenished because of North Korea's loss.

To no avail...>

Since this military operation does not benefit the navy at all, it will also lose the empire's already limited naval ships.The Minister of the Navy, Dajiao Censheng, of course has no reason to use up the navy's limited ships in vain for the sake of the so-called face.

Facing the eyes of the Prime Minister, the Minister of War, the Chief of Staff and others looking at him, the Minister of the Navy, Dajiao Censheng, after less than five seconds of hesitation, on behalf of the entire navy, agreed to the decision to hold peace talks with the Chinese "government". (To be continued.)