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Leap, a stroke of genius that shakes the world Chapter 134 This is not the worst

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    Chapter 134 This is not the worst. That night, Logan had many inexplicable dreams. He dreamed of plaster flags being planted in every corner of the world. He dreamed of the short and thin Tojo and the short and stocky Mussolini.  Celebrate together and dream of Zero fighter jets all over Berlin.  Waking up from his dream, the young German Chancellor was first filled with sadness, and then quickly relieved himself - there was no way this was happening!  At dawn, Logan got up and picked up a pen to get a letter from President Roosevelt on the other side of the ocean, sending relief and support for the setbacks the U.S. Navy had suffered in the Pacific.  "This is far from the worst thing," Rogan wrote at the end of the letter. "At least Germany will not stab its friends in the back."  At the same time, he gave Roosevelt an unthinkable suggestion: the German Navy would hand over some of the ships captured by the British Navy to the U.S. Navy on a lease or transfer basis.  Today, these ships can be regarded as the "mainstay" of the German Navy, including the original Glorious-class aircraft carriers "Formidable", "Victory", and "Indomitable", and the former George V-class battleships "Prince of Wales" and "York"  Duke", as well as dozens of British cruisers and destroyers.  Of course, there are some things that are inconvenient for Logan - and there is no need to say it clearly: as the German Chancellor, I have no more dictatorial power than Adolf Hitler. If you want to turn this suggestion into reality, you must have the advantage of convincing the German cabinet and parliament.  Obviously, this added benefit is extraordinary!  After writing four eloquent pages, have your assistant send it to the German Ambassador in Washington, Stenka, in the form of a top-secret telegram. After being translated, the ambassador will hand it over to the President of the United States.  After that, Logan took Avril to the presidential mansion four blocks away.  Recently, William Frick's condition has improved slightly, so Logan went to visit him at least three times a week. Each time, he stayed to have meals together, either morning or evening, so that he could be alone with Frick.  The time is slightly longer than that of my beloved wife!  ¡°You look good today!¡± Handing a bouquet of quite fresh lilies to Frick¡¯s old butler, Logan and Avril sat down at the dining table in a familiar manner.  Due to the marriage relationship between the current president and prime minister, many people joked that the German power was firmly in the hands of the Frick family. This was indeed one of the many problems Rogan encountered at the beginning of his administration. However, after a period of time, the reality  After inspection, people gradually put this seemingly bad nepotism behind, and looked at the Berlin government's shrewd decision-making with a surprised eye. After the baptism of two major wars, and enduring too many life and death, most of them  People hope that their country can calmly stay out of international disputes. On this basis, the more benefits they can gain, the happier they will be.  The dining table was placed next to the floor-to-ceiling windows facing the garden, and there was plenty of sunshine. The white-haired Frick, wearing a loose and warm nightgown, said energetically: "Oh, thank you! You are so polite!" "I hope.  Flowers can bring you a good mood for the day!" Avril gave her charming smile to her grandfather. In fact, as his physical condition improves, Frick is resuming his duties as the president of the country, including reviewing and approving various matters.  Legal documents, attendance at some important events, and preparation of speeches for the upcoming National Assembly.  Frick smiled and said: "Oh, Hans has taken care of everything, how can I feel bad like this?" Although the tone of this statement is very kind, maybe only ordinary people will take it as a real  Praise - During Frick's serious illness, Logan took the initiative to "shoulder" the responsibilities entrusted to the president by the Constitution. Some major decisions were only "informed" to the president in advance. In-laws are in-laws, and when personal interests are involved,  These are not so pleasant after all!  "Everything we have done has been accomplished under your wise leadership!" The smile on Logan's face was a bit formulaic. After sending out this polite compliment, Shi Chong served the two guests in a timely manner.  The content of breakfast in front of Frick was much richer than that in front of Frick, which just made Logan admire him.  "I heard that the Yankees suffered a big defeat in the Pacific?" As the president of Germany, Frick used the word "heard" here, which still has a sour meaning.  Although he is a veteran politician, his thinking and way of doing things are still relatively traditional, and he can still grasp domestic intelligence. He is as concerned about the world-wide intelligence network and information sharing with foreign government intelligence agencies as he is about military issues.  Difficult to understand and use.  "Yeah, I lost a bottle of 18-year-old Bordeaux red wine yesterday because of this. The market value is more than 800 marks!" Logan's answer seemed to drift away from the point, but after just a few seconds, he changed his tone.  , said very seriously: "According to the relatively reliable information we have obtained, the U.S. Navy lost six important ships and more than ten small and medium-sized escort ships in this battle. Among them, three important aircraft carriers were sunk or damaged one after another.After heavy damage, a new battleship was basically paralyzed, but the landing operation on Saipan is still in progress. The reserve force composed of two old aircraft carriers and several old battleships is likely to go into a new round of operations!  " "I'm a complete layman on naval battles, but it sounds like the Americans are putting all their strength into this battle!  Frick said calmly and softly. Logan swallowed a piece of egg omelet that is a specialty of the president's chef, and replied calmly: "You can understand it that way!"  Today's situation is a bit like the North Sea in 1916. We tried to use an important naval victory to reverse the overall situation, and this is how Jutland became a masterpiece!  "As a "layman" in naval warfare, Frick just nodded slightly without comment. "After the war between the United States and Italy, the first batch of cash-and-carry military supplies has been shipped to the United States, and the U.S. government's cash has also arrived in full.  This transaction is quite satisfactory.  Therefore, although the US Navy is likely to lose this naval battle, I personally think they still have great cooperation value. What do you think?  "Logan asked for instructions symbolically. "I don't have any special opinions. Let's handle everything as usual!  " Frick said very cooperatively - at least on the surface he was very cooperative. Picking up the hot milk cup, Logan said slowly, as if these were all temporary thoughts: "If you want to increase your influence in the changing world situation,  In terms of voice and influence, absolute neutrality may not work, so do you think we can adopt some more flexible strategies to make the United States more dependent on us, while making Italy and Japan both fearful and respectful of us?  " "Of course, this is the highest goal of playing power, domestically and internationally, it is the same thing!  Frick answered, and then smiled and said to Avril: "My grandson-in-law's understanding is really amazing. A few months ago he was a simple military commander, but now he is proficient in political applications!"  " Avril laughed angrily and said: "You must not praise him like this. With your experience and knowledge, you should remind him and whip him more so that he makes less mistakes!  " After hearing this, Frick smiled helplessly and shook his head. Logan finished the last piece of egg cake with a good appetite, drank the hot milk in one gulp, and said in a very serious and serious manner: "We  We are now standing at the crossroads of strategic decision-making, and where we go will be related to the direction of the world pattern!  " Frick stopped what he was doing and seemed to think carefully for a moment. He raised his head and looked at Logan: "It's up to you!  " Logan accepted it silently. This sounded like support for himself. If things are done, it is the joint credit of everyone. If things are not done, it is the responsibility of the prime minister and the cabinet. " At first glance, it seems unfair, but it is also the dream of many people.  A place that cannot be dreamed of. After breakfast, Logan left Avril to accompany his grandfather at the presidential residence and went directly to the Prime Minister's Office. There, Colonel Heidelink, Deputy Secretary-General of the Prime Minister's Office and Intelligence Commissioner, was waiting early, and the Chief of Staff of the National Defense Forces.  Guderian and the two deputy chiefs of staff, Helmos Haye and Wolfram von Richthofen, also arrived one after another. ¡°Prime Minister, let the Italians be arrogant, we can always do it.  Sweep the Apennine Peninsula with six elite armored divisions!  ¡± Guderian¡¯s words were majestic. Since the end of the Soviet-German War, the Wehrmacht General Staff has formulated a series of combat plans for potential competitors and made corresponding deployments. In southern Austria and Italy bordering Italy  In the western part of the Kingdom of Yugoslavia, the German army has deployed elite troops who are experienced in battles and have a high degree of mechanization. Once the war breaks out, they will quickly cross the border with the strong support of the German Air Force. According to combat deductions, the Italians will be able to be eliminated in about half a month.  , considering that the main force of Italy's land and air force is currently fighting in West Asia, and the main force of the navy has been sent to the Pacific, the domestic military strength is actually quite empty. As long as it is not blocked by those papery defense lines, a well-supplied armored force can even be used for several days.  Arriving at the gates of Rome within a day! The confidence of the Chief of Staff of the three armed forces is also the confidence of Logan. On this morning, Mussolini delivered a speech on behalf of the Italian government to celebrate the "decisive victory" of the Japanese allies in the Pacific in advance.  Proud, arrogant, and arrogant. ¡°Occupying Italy now will only increase our political, military and economic burdens. Therefore, as long as our bottom line is not touched, we can allow the Italian government to continue their poor performance!  However, Your Excellency, Chief of General Staff, I personally suggest that the General Staff shorten the update interval of combat plans. If the day comes when force must be used, our officers and soldiers can enter Italy according to the latest combat plan and tell Italy with an exquisite performance.  People: This is called war!  " "Okay, we accept this suggestion!  "Guderian said in a formal but not too harsh tone]
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