The Rise of the Empire

"The Americans are coming, why don't you go and receive them?" the Kaiser said just as Mrs. Ruprecht read the telegram in his hand.

"Yes." The prince nodded and said, if you just look at the first half, this is just an exchange of visits between the navies, as a reward for the German navy going to the United States to support the U.S. occupation of Hawaii, but soon, the frequent list in the front There is also a special character behind, which makes the whole thing extraordinary. Because this person is German Secretary of State Rutte! Of course, the latter is accessed in a private capacity. It’s just that Benson’s words are really not worthy of being received by the prince of a country in person, but the weight of this secretary of state is not light, and at the end of the telegram, the Americans vaguely mentioned the idea of ​​using loans in exchange for the Far East colonies, although the mention was not so explicit , But both the Kaiser and the Communist Party know what the Americans think.

"Americans are still rich. A low-interest loan of 100 million U.S. dollars per year, with a loan period of more than 10 years, ha ha." Even William II has to admit that this is a big deal no matter how arrogant he is! What is the concept of 100 million US dollars? About 40 million pounds, the Russian navy in 1914 had a total of only 23 million pounds, and this was 1 million pounds more than the German navy! With this money, a lot can really be done, especially as Germany is now on the eve of preparing for war.

"I feel that it is possible to let them build a military base, and it is also possible to give them Samoa." The Kaiser thought for a while and said.

"You underestimate the ambitions of the Americans. Besides, what's the point of just Samoa? There is no depth, and the Japanese territory is next to it, which has little impact on the overall situation. It doesn't matter if the Americans don't make a move. They are worried that if we go to war with the Allied Powers, our colonies in the Pacific will belong to us." His Royal Highness said sharply.

"Yes, this is a difficult matter. Even if we win, it will be difficult." The Kaiser couldn't help sighing, what if Britain and France surrendered? After the end of the war, Germany really has the power to go to the Far East and the Japanese to turn upside down for a colony? At least at the beginning, it was impossible. If there is no money, no base, so what if there is the Persian Gulf? Use the Persian Gulf as a base to reach Oceania? What are you thinking?

Now the Kaiser has also realized that the Far Eastern colonies are a burden in the war, and they cannot be held. It is still difficult to regain them, and it is not economically cost-effective at all. So the Kaiser is also considering what to do once the war starts? If the Americans offer the right price, it is not impossible to discuss some issues.

"Go and talk about it. It's not impossible to talk about the colonial issue in the Far East, but it needs to be exchanged for the corresponding interests. If an agreement can be reached in the end, let Herbert sign the contract." The Kaiser thought for a while and said, the Kaiser defended The meaning is very clear, the prince will talk, and Herbert will sign the contract. If something goes wrong, it will be Herbert who will top the tank, and it has nothing to do with the prince.

"Okay, so how about the welcome plan?" **** asked.

"You can figure it out yourself." The Kaiser said indifferently. Even the negotiations have been handed over, and this welcome plan is naturally a matter of passing. The Kaiser feels that it is very easy for him to be the emperor now. He likes this working state very much.

"This time the U.S. fleet came with two warships and one supply ship. We expect to welcome them at the port of Kiel. What about the size of the fleet and the types of warships?" Admiral Ball asked.

"Let Nassau and Mainz plus a supply ship take care of it,

Temporarily clear some unnecessary warships in Kiel Harbor. "The prince thought for a while and said. Greeting is also a science. If you throw two dreadnoughts directly, it seems to some people that it means showing off and demonstrating. This is a stimulus for the same confident Americans, but It wouldn't work if they were all old-style warships. After all, people came here to see the dreadnoughts, so it's best to have both dreadnoughts present, but there shouldn't be too many warships in the port.

Three days later, the U.S. fleet appeared outside the port of Kiel. Admiral von Pohl, commander of the German Navy, personally led the battleship Nassau, the armored cruiser Mainz, and the supply ship Cormorant to welcome the opponent outside the port. The courteous welcome made the Americans very useful, satisfied their curiosity about the new warships, and made them feel respected, which opened a new chapter for the follow-up negotiations between Mr. Ruprecht and Secretary of State Rutte. It's a good start, but it's just a start. No one will make concessions when it comes to national interests.

"The U.S. Navy has a huge fleet, but I always feel that we lack something." Benson said enviously, looking at the latest German battleship Nassau and the large cruiser Blücher standing side by side with his warship. Americans have money, industry, and no shortage of people. Since the end of the Spanish-American War, the U.S. Navy has ushered in a period of great development. Before the two German dreadnoughts entered service, the tonnage of the U.S. Navy has surpassed that of the German Navy. For some reason, the majestic fleet did not make Benson full of confidence. He always felt that the U.S. Navy lacked something, and this lack was not only caused by the last defeat in the Philippines. So he wanted to take this opportunity to ask.

"A defeat is not a big deal. The British once sent people to fight to the mouth of the Thames. You and your country also have the courage to face this defeat. But haven't you noticed? The U.S. Navy or the U.S. government does not have a clear The strategic purpose of your navy, what do you want to do?" **** said.

"Of course it is to push the Japanese fleet to the ground and kick their ass hard!" Benson said. "We are preparing all the time. We are building a fortress in Hawaii. We want to gain a foothold in the Far East. Our fleet expansion is all for this."

"It's called a plan. Or it's called a vision. This kind of thing comes out every year in the navies of various countries, but it's useless. Most of their results are thrown into the archives and shelved." The prince said with a smile. "But we are different. The long sword in our hands is ready to see blood at any time. Your plan is more like a game. This is our difference."

"You mean, Germany is going to war? But war is a bit far away from the United States." Benson was taken aback for a moment, then said.

"That's not necessarily the case. Maybe in the future your country won't really break out in war, but there are some things that you can't get if you don't prepare for war." **** said with a smile. Then he took his leave and left, leaving Benson alone to recollect this sentence.

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