Chapter 138 Ordinary Shine

Guangzhou number.

All the crew members who were not busy stood solemnly on the deck, looking quietly at the marshal surrounded by officers on the bridge, and each of them had a certain feeling of excitement.

"The loyal and brave imperial naval soldiers and the best soldiers of the Chinese nation, today, I am very honored to have experienced an unprecedented great naval battle with you. In this decisive battle, we sank nearly 300,000 tons of enemy ships and captured seven enemy warships. The other two injured and suspended enemy ships will be solved by our tactical team. Relatively speaking, our losses are insignificant, and only two main warships have sunk. Since the history of human civilization, with one country's navy and two countries' navies, we have achieved such a huge difference in results with similar displacements. Our Chinese navy mobile fleet is unprecedentedly honored to belong to you. You are worthy of history, the nation, and the country."

"Long live the empire"

"Long live the Imperial Navy"

"Long live the Chinese nation"

The sound of tsunami sounded suddenly, and every naval soldier cheered in vain. Many people threw their military caps in vain, and the excitement and passion that had been suppressed for a long time were finally unstoppable at this moment, and there was no need to curb it.

As observers of the German Emperor and the German Navy, Navy Captain Maximilian Von Spey, the first-class military officer of the Navy stationed in China, had already walked out of the cabin and came to the deck. Looking at the fanatical scene, the stereotyped Prussian officer also showed some complex emotions on his face.

Lieutenant Colonel Dudley Pound, a British Navy observer, stood beside him.

"Thirty years ago, this navy was founded in the southwestern border of the motherland. From that time on, my teacher and I, as well as those like-minded and ambitious patriots who are determined to revive the country and nation, have always upheld the belief in my heart: to wash away the shame and oppression imposed on the body of our nation, to regain the glory that once belonged to us, let the flag of our nation fly high in the homeland of our ancestors, and let our ships travel smoothly in the oceans of the east."

"My ancestors of China, since Emperor Huang of Xuanyuan founded Yanhuang, and established the foundation of the Xia, Shang and Zhou dynasties. They were born and raised here. They have always mastered the fortune of East Asia and dominated the top of world civilization. However, since the Ming Dynasty, our Chinese civilization has declined, and the north was controlled by the barbarians and horse-herding people, and the east was Japanese pirates and Westerners were forced to join forces. Although the country is large, it is like a scattered sand. The people are numb and the civilization is becoming more and more conservative and backward. Why?"

"The progress of civilization lies in competition, exchanges and collisions with each other. However, China has begun to be closed and conservative since its clarity, extinguished itself from the world, and always adopted sea bans and retreat strategies. It boasted itself with its false and arrogant words, and often regarded itself as the heavenly dynasty, and ignored the ever-changing changes of countries around the world. It also harmed the people's principles and teachings and eight essays, and destroyed the national talent with spiritual opium, making my brilliant Chinese civilization become an abandoned child of the times..."

"For hundreds of years, our country has the sea but no defense, tribute but no diplomacy, handicrafts but no industry, workshops but no factories, because we regard the ocean as the natural barrier, deep valleys and dangers. The prosperity of the Westerners has used the ocean as the pathway, across the seven seas, and control the world." "Today's world is the best in the sea power. If we want to revive, we can only value the sea power and promote the navy, use our powerful fleet to intimidate the nations, and use our swords to defend our natural territory of Greater China. Although our navy has only been established for thirty years, we have inherited the high hopes of the ancestors of China for thousands of years, which is the trust of the inheritance of the fire of Chinese civilization, and the safety of 450 million Chinese citizens."

"The navy is the sword of the country and the first line of defense to defend national interests. The development of industry and commerce of powerful European and American countries and the interests of the people have always relied on the protection of the naval power. The mission shouldered by our Chinese Navy is by no means simply defending the country, but to become the most trusted guardian god of the people of our empire. For the interests of China, our empire must be able to win any naval battle anywhere, anywhere, and in the face of any enemy. Today, you prove to me with iron and blood to our Majesty, and to all the Chinese people that you are trustworthy."

"Long live the Navy"

"Long live the mobile fleet"

"Long live the Marshal"

...

All Chinese Navy soldiers cheered like tsunamis.

Among the crowd, Colonel Spee and Lieutenant Colonel Pound watched all this quietly.

"The decisive battle between the soldiers and the warriors has ended, but the war is still continuing." The cheers gradually stopped. Xu Fan looked around the audience, his voice calm and majestic. "In order to defend the sovereignty and integrity of the country and restore the glory we lost under the pseudo-Qing rule, the ancestors passed down from generation to generation, millions of Chinese athletes are still fighting bloody battles. In Mongolia, in Central Asia, in the white mountains and black waters, the brothers of the army are chasing the north, and they are thundering to give a ruthless blow to the Russian invading army; on the land of Liaodong, on the land of North Korea, our Marines and the Army are encircling the Japanese army that invaded the empire under the personal command of His Majesty the Emperor."

"After this war, the victory of the empire is beyond doubt." Xu Fan said firmly, "But just a victory in a war is not enough to compensate for all the sins these invaders have done to our nation in the past years. Your Majesty once said at the beginning of the war, "It is not enough to win this stubborn enemy, and it is not enough to rely on the exorcism of our country. Only by destroying its army, capturing its thieves and rushing directly to the enemy's nest can we live in peace." Now, our empire navy should fight for the empire's vanguard, drive straight into the Huanglong to make all enemies who want to be my magnificent China, "dream my Chinese warriors and cry at night, and hear my Chinese name and hold their breath, so that they can truly understand that those who violate the powerful Han will be punished even if they are far away; those who violate the magnificent China should repay it with swords."

It was another roar like a tsunami, and all the Chinese naval soldiers were blushing and roaring like thunder. At this moment, these soldiers had reached their peak spirit. With just one order, they could fight to the ends of the world.

"Everyone, as your commander, my responsibility is to lead you to win the war and to bring you peace and triumphantly, so that you can enjoy all the honors and rewards that the warriors fighting for their country deserve. Now, all the strong enemies are destroyed, and my mobile fleet is invincible in the Western Pacific. But I still want to remind you that in this world, those who are hostile to my China are not just Japan and Russia."

The light flashed in Navy Colonel Spe's eyes, he looked at the lieutenant colonel, and then quickly turned back his eyes.

"Although the battle is over, the mission of soldiers to defend the country must continue. Our naval mobile fleet must strive for the greatest victory for the empire, achieve the most satisfactory result in the national war, maintain the best condition, and complete the combat mission with the greatest efforts. Navy soldiers and warriors of the mobile fleet, please tell me, your marshal, are you willing to continue to perform your duties, do your best to fulfill every task, and achieve the mission and responsibilities of the imperial naval soldiers?"

“We do”

In the sea breeze, the roar of the iron-blooded man was like rolling thunder to all directions.

"Very good." Xu Fan looked around the audience and nodded slowly, "Now, our commander will issue two orders:"

Everyone was straight and staring at their commander with bright eyes.

"Article 1: The entire Navy's mobile fleet should strictly abide by the provisions of the Imperial Navy's orders, perform their duties conscientiously, and complete all tasks they accept with the greatest loyalty and courage. All acts of slackness, arrogance, paralysis, fear of fighting, and underestimation of the enemy will be severely punished and there will be no lenient loans."

Everyone restrained their remaining smiles and looked solemn.

"The second... This ship will start meals immediately, and the special meal will be served at night. It will be the special one tomorrow and the day after tomorrow. Three days of special one... Now, all of them will be disbanded."

After Xu Fan finished speaking, the following had become a sea of ​​joy. The special meal meant big fish and meat, various desserts, tea, fruits, and even extra cigarettes.

"Long live the Marshal"

"Long live the Navy"

"Long live Guangzhou"

The sea breeze flies, and the dragon flag flies high above the Iron War Fortress. Steel battleships whistle and pass by. The sailors stand in an ink line on the side of the ship and pay the most noble salute to the marshal on the flagship bridge.

Xu Fan stood on the bridge like a javelin. The marshal's scepter in his hand shone with dazzling light in the sun, and a faint halo was set beside him.

Navy observer of the German Empire Navy, Colonel Spey, touched his chin and looked at the burly figure: "A great naval battle... the Chinese are amazing. Frankly speaking, this victory was enough to dwarf the decisive battle of Trafalgar (when the British fleet defeated the French and Spanish combined fleet under the leadership of Nelson during the Napoleonic Wars, and since then seized world maritime power). What about your opinion, Lieutenant Colonel?"

Lieutenant Colonel Dudley Pound nodded: "His Excellency Baron, this is indeed a great naval battle. The Chinese were divided into two clusters and won great victories on the north and south battlefields respectively, which reminded me of the Battle of Jena-Augustat of Emperor Napoleon (the decisive battle broke out between France and Prussia, the French army was divided into two clusters of Napoleon and Davu Bernardote, defeating the two main clusters of the Prussian army. Prussia completely failed and was forced to surrender). As a member of the Royal Navy, all of this is my most precious experience and memory. Thank God for letting me come to the East and seeing all this."

"There is no more arrogant than the British..." Colonel Spee smiled, "Lieutenant Colonel, when you see these Oriental warships, their wonderful performances, and seeing them as well-trained and high morale as your country, how do you feel about your rights in the Far East? The glory of the sun never sets... Two strong standards? Now the size of the American Great White Fleet is unprecedented, and the Chinese here have built an invincible giant ship like the Guangzhou. The Royal Navy's status in the Far East seems to be beginning to encounter some new problems?"

Lieutenant Colonel Pound was silent for a while and smiled: "Your Excellency, the British Empire and the Chinese Empire have concluded a sacred covenant, which is based on the long-standing friendship between the two countries and the solid foundation for common interests in the Far East. The victory of the allied navies has also added to the glory of the sun never sets. The Royal Navy is the teacher of the Chinese Navy and the most sincere friend. We will never deny this at any time."

Colonel Spee looked at the British Navy officer quietly.

"For the sea power of Britain, the Spaniards, the Dutch, the French, and the Russians, they all launched challenges again and again, but without exception, England won the victory, and the Challenger's Empire was in decline." Lieutenant Colonel Pound stared at Colonel Spey, his tone was calm and proud, "The sea knights of Britain had unruly blood and the dignity of gentlemen. They longed to fight, and they welcomed challenges. As friends of Britain, they would gain glory and peace. Those who were enemies of Britain might receive temporary glory, but they would eventually be punished by St. George."

A gentle applause rang out.

Colonel Spee took off his military cap and bowed slightly: "I am worthy of being the best in the Royal Navy in England, Nelson's declaration... Lieutenant Colonel, I admire your confidence."

"However, the world is always changing and developing, and the former hegemony will one day become a passing cloud, just like Persia, Athens, Macedonia, Rome, Frank, Spain-Austria's Habsburg Empire, and Turkish empire. Who can say it accurately?"

Colonel Spee put on his military cap again and looked at Lieutenant Colonel Pound with a gloomy face: "The British Empire is indeed worthy of admiration for controlling the oceans of the world with a country. But..."

He pointed to the dragon flag flying above the sea next to him: "This flag may appear in the entire Western Pacific, and then the Indian Ocean, or even..."

"Wait and see, Lieutenant Colonel." Captain Spee breathed a long sigh, "The rise of a new empire will never be accompanied by champagne... It will be a festival for billions of creatures, the most magnificent chapter in the world created by God."

Ten minutes later, the Guangzhou was quietly anchored on the sea, and the destroyer Xingyu had already been connected.

Compared with the huge battleship, the Star Rain is like a small pet dog.

Xu Fan walked down the springboard, came to Xingyu, and nodded to the officers who were seeing off the Guangzhou City: "Repair as soon as possible and catch up... When the two Guangzhou City ships appeared in front of the enemy intact, it would be the biggest mental blow to them."

All the soldiers, looking at the founder of the Imperial Navy, the soul of the navy, the God of the fleet, the marshal who pushed the imperial prestige to the highest peak, stood attentively and saluted.

The wind blows, solemn and silent.

The submarine Lu-1.

"It's almost here..." said Captain Yukishiro Otani, Navy Captain, "Commander..."

"Floating up to observe." Colonel Kenji Inide said coldly, "It's now."

The submarine's steam engine roared, and the water injection cabinet quickly poured and drained water. A boiling whirlpool gradually appeared on the sea surface. After a while, an ugly tube appeared out of the water surface and began to rotate slowly. Since the periscope was only five meters long, the submarine's hull was very close to the water surface and was clearly visible.

"It seems that there is a big man moving..." Kenji Iide's words made the crew members who were already a little depressed due to lack of oxygen in the entire submarine suddenly excited, "Torpedo ready..."

The Chinese destroyer Star Rain.

"Discover Periscope..."

The lookout's yell made the captain's nerves suddenly nervous: "Is it our submarine?"

"It's floating up...it seems to be our submarine...no, this shape... Someone came out and the deck cannon, they aimed at the torpedo and torpedo tracks of this ship."

"fire"

"Torpedo alarm position five o, torpedo..."

"Left full rudder...speed-fire gun intercepted"

Xu Fan, who was standing on the deck of the Star Rain destroyer, frowned slightly: "What's going on?"

"It seems that the enemy submarine launched a torpedo attack..."

Li Tianlin's face had changed drastically. Before he could react, a group of military police officers around Xu Fan had already surrounded Xu Fan first and formed an airtight meat shield.

Xu Fan smiled bitterly: "A primitive submarine that is extremely simple..."

At this moment, a huge force overwhelmed him, and then an explosion sounded, shrapnel flew away, dense artillery fire and machine gun fire, Xu Fan felt some warm liquid seemed to flow into his neck, and his spirit was a little dazed for a moment.

Explosion, fire, burning ocean, blood mixed with tears, as if it was about to flood the entire vision... The victory of the war really requires some different sacrifices...

Everything in the past flashed back in front of his eyes like lightning.

The young man’s partner, the youthfulness of his first love, the sweet love, the hardships of struggle, the pain of betrayal, and the sadness of parting ways.

Forty years have been like a dream.

If this is the ending... a new country, a changing history, a national rejuvenation, a dream in a youth, everything, maybe that's all...

A Tie, will you see you in the sky?

Dalei, when you meet again, you will be more open-minded...

Being the nation's savior, and changing the past that you can't look back on with your own hands is really good. I really want to do it again, let's all...

Salty, sticky... As expected, I still want to drink Xiaoxue's chicken soup...

...Sorry, teacher, I can no longer protect our dreams... I will leave the rest to you, child...

Mom, forgive me...

Under the blue sky, the Star Rain destroyer broke terrible break in the earth-shaking explosion, and a series of deaths were scattered, and the wreckage and human bodies were scattered in the rolling smoke.

The Chinese sailors on the surrounding warships were shocked and frightened, and then panicked. Some even jumped off the side of the warship and swam towards the destroyer desperately.

"marshal"

Above the warships in the distance, the cheers of soldiers turned into desperate sobs. The brave Chinese Navy soldiers, looking at the slowly sinking in the burning Star Rain, fell into a terrible frenzy.

On the deck of the submarine Lu-1, Navy Kenji Ide put down the deck cannon in his hand, watched a 75-mm Chinese military shell grow rapidly in sight, smiled proudly, sat cross-legged, and bowed deeply to Dongfang.

"The Great Japanese Empire, onboard"

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