lcionline Chapter 1124 Everyone has their own plans
Chapter 1124 Everyone has their own plans
In the diplomatic VIP room on the top floor of Longteng Hotel, the crystal chandelier emitted a soft light. Marco Antonio and Sekte sat face to face on the leather sofa, with an exquisite chess set on the mahogany coffee table in the middle.
"General," Marco Antonio gently pushed the black bishop and took a sip of the 34 Lafite red wine, "To be honest, today's military parade shocked me. The equipment level of that skeleton division is better than that of our elite divisions in Italy."
Sekt frowned slightly and resolved the crisis with the White Knight: "Not only their equipment, but their training level is even more amazing. Have you seen the tank formations of the Revitalization Division? I'm afraid that the level of tacit understanding can only be matched by the armored division of the Bird Empire."
"What surprised me most was their logistics system," Marco put down his glass and said seriously, "Each division is equipped with complete engineering, medical and supply units. This shows that China has fully mastered the concept of building a modern army."
"Don't forget the air force," Seckt moved a pawn, "the technical level of those fighter formations is quite high. As far as I know, their pilots have all undergone the most rigorous training. The current Chinese air force is no longer the force that could only take a beating ten years ago."
Marco nodded: "The Marine Corps' amphibious combat capabilities are also very strong. To be honest, if my troops encounter such an opponent on the beach, I will have a headache."
"Do you know what's most terrifying?" Sekt shook the glass, and the crimson liquid shimmered under the light. "These troops have been tested in actual combat. In the Battle of Fuso, their performance proved that this was not just a show."
"So we have to re-evaluate China's military strength," Marco sighed, "It seems I have to send a detailed report to Rome. China now is no longer something that any country can easily provoke."
"I have sent a telegram to Berlin," General Seeckt pushed forward to Marco's king, "suggesting a review of foreign policy with China. Checkmate, by the way."
Marco smiled bitterly and pushed down his king: "It seems that I lost completely today, both on the chessboard and in reality. Another game?"
"Okay," Sekt repositioned the chess pieces, "but before that, I suggest we discuss how to deal with this rising power in the East. Obviously, the world is changing."
Outside the window, the night view of Beilong City was brilliant and dazzling. The conversation between the two diplomats continued, but they both knew that after today's military parade, no one could underestimate this ancient oriental country. The rise of China has become a fact that cannot be ignored.
Room 1208 of the Longteng Hotel was filled with smoke. The English envoy, Lord William Chesterfield, was pacing on the sofa, the French ambassador, François Dubois, was leaning against the window, the Portuguese representative, José Silva, and the Spanish representative, Carlos Garcia, were sitting in the reception area, and the Russian royal representative, Duke Nicholas Romanov, was occupying a single sofa alone.
"Gentlemen, and ladies," Chesterfield paused, "Today's military parade has clearly shown that China's military strength is far beyond our expectations. The equipment level of that skeleton division even exceeds that of our garrison in Europe."
Ms. Dubois put down her wine glass gracefully: "The most disturbing thing is their industrial capacity. Have you noticed? Those tanks and armored vehicles are all produced by China itself. They have fully mastered the manufacturing technology of modern weapons."
"The armored forces of the Revitalization Division," José Silva shook his brandy, "are more powerful than all the mechanized forces of Portugal. And this is just one of their divisions! Not to mention the formidable Imperial Division."
Carlos Garcia said solemnly: "What worries me most is their air force. The technical level of those fighter fleets is quite amazing. As far as I know, they can not only produce them, but also continue to improve them. In a few years, God knows how far they will develop."
"Gentlemen, the key to the problem is not how much equipment they have," Duke Romanov suddenly said, his voice carrying the elegance and majesty of aristocrats, "but their intentions. China has established an absolute advantage in East Asia. If they continue to expand, our interests in the Far East will be seriously threatened."
"That's right," Chesterfield nodded, "but the question now is, how should we respond? Sanctions? That will only accelerate their independent research and development. War? Look at today's military parade, who dares to start a war easily?"
Ms. Dubois walked to the center of the room, her elegant French accent carrying some worry: "I suggest a conciliatory policy. Strengthen economic cooperation and limit their development through trade."
"But this may backfire," Jose Silva countered, "Trade will only allow them to acquire advanced technology faster. Have you seen their logistics system? It's a microcosm of a complete industrial system."
"I agree with Silva," Garcia said. "The China of today is no longer the China of a hundred years ago. They not only have a strong military force, but more importantly, they have found a development path that suits them."
Ivanov stood up and walked to the window: "We must admit one fact: China has become a truly powerful country. Today's military parade is not only a military display, but also a declaration they send to the world."
&34;So,&34; Wilson looked around at the group,&34;what should we advise our governments to do?&34;
The room fell into a brief silence. Finally, Brent broke the silence: "I suggest re-formulating the Far East policy. China is no longer a weak country that can be bullied by others. We must deal with it in the same way as a strong country."
"That's right," Ivanov nodded, "otherwise, we might be in for a bigger shock. Today's military parade has proven that they are fully capable of changing the world situation."
The night outside the window was getting darker, but the discussion in the room was still going on. Everyone understood that today's military parade not only demonstrated China's military strength, but also foreshadowed major changes in the world order. And they, the representatives of these old powers, had to rethink how to face this rising Eastern power.
In the president's office, the light from the crystal table lamp shone on the huge map. Su Zhengyang stood in front of the map and drew two circles at the locations of Hong Kong City and Macau City with a red pencil in his hand.
"These two enclaves," Su Zhengyang whispered to himself, "are our final shame."
His eyes wandered across the map, from Beilong City to Gangcheng, then to Aocheng, and finally stopped at the entire Chinese territory. Today's military parade has proved China's strength to the world, but this is not enough.
"In 34, after the Opium War, the British occupied Hong Kong," Su Zhengyang tapped his finger gently on Hong Kong, "In 1842, the Portuguese occupied Macau. Now, it's time."
On his desk was a report on the reactions of envoys from various countries that had just been sent in. The changes in attitudes of England, France, and Portugal were all within his expectations. Today's military parade was not only to show strength to the people, but also to send a clear message to those old colonizers.
"Ike's Skeleton Division can move south at any time," Su Zhengyang gestured on the map, "Li Feier's Revitalization Division can be used as a reserve. As for the English garrison in Hong Kong City, they will not make an unwise choice under such a power comparison."
He walked to the window and looked out at the night view of Beilong City. The 100,000 troops reviewed today were only a small part of China's real military strength. But this was enough to make those former colonizers understand that times have changed.