"We all know about Ryukyu's study abroad program. Since last year, Ryukyu has sent three batches of international students to Prussia, with a total number of more than 800 people... At the same time, there are more than 100 Chinese students studying in the UK, and two and six from the United States. The hundreds of international students made the politicians in Washington dumbfounded..."
"It's unimaginable how kind Xiao Letian is to these international students. They seem to be completely machines designed for learning. Lotte Bank has specially set up various foundations. The only use of all profits is to allow these students to complete their studies without worrying about food and clothing... …”
"Most people marvel at the generosity of the Chinese and admire the diligence of those students, but in the eyes of the empire's intelligence officers, these international students have actually exposed many of Xiao Letian's secrets..."
Molière's eyes flashed cunningly, like a fox hiding in the forest staring at its prey. "Your Majesty, among the thousands of international students, half of them are military students, and among these half of the students there are Two-thirds are filled in the Naval Academy. What does this prove? This proves that Xiao Letian’s future strategic center is on the sea..."
"Two-thirds of the remaining half of the international students have applied for the metallurgical and mechanical manufacturing majors. It can be seen that Xiao Letian's strategic layout will definitely vigorously develop steam-powered armored battleships in the future... This is also a normal thing, an emerging industry If a disadvantaged ethnic group wants to have a chance, they cannot rely on quantity and can only work on quality..."
"Everything proves that Xiao Letian started planning and building a purely steam-powered armored navy very early. When we in Europe are still struggling with how to eliminate the sailing battleships of the past, Xiao Letian is already at the forefront of the times... Now His Majesty Do you think it is impossible for Xiao Letian to own an armored ship?"
Napoleon III was a little moved. He could look down on the Qing Dynasty and Asia as a whole, but he still had a hint of admiration and hatred for Xiao Letian.
A little-known figure four years ago has become one of the leaders of a handful of major forces in Asia in just four years. How could such a person not be admired?
Moreover, Xiao Letian is recognized as a wealthy financier by all countries in the world. With his financial resources and Prussia's industrial strength, it might be possible to build a weird warship.
Moliere saw the twinkling look in His Majesty's eyes. He knew that he had persuaded him and he quickly struck while the iron was hot. "Your Majesty, not only that, we have also monitored some key targets of those international students..."
"For example, among the Prussian students abroad, Xiang Ying, the nephew of Xiang Shaolong, the leader of Xiao Letian's Imperial Guard, Lin Zhen, the son of Ryukyu Shangshu Lin Yuanmiao, and Cai Bixia, the daughter of the naval admiral... These executives will be our focus in the future. Object!"
"However, a month ago... the leaders of these international students suddenly 'disappeared'. Of course, the Prussian official will not admit the disappearance of these people. On the university library registration card, these students still have borrowed books. Records, and the professors will also issue clear teaching diaries, clearly indicating the time they went to school..."
"Even the landlords of the apartments where the students rent will attest to how diligent these young Chinese are and will study very late at night... However, since last month, our intelligence officers have never seen them again. These people’s faces are gone!”
"There is countless evidence in Prussia that these students still exist, but no one can see them... What does this mean?"
With a bang, Napoleon III slammed his fist on the table. He was not a fool. As long as he was given enough information, he could analyze the key core of the problem.
"You mean, now Prussia and Ryukyu have cooperated to build an advanced warship, and this warship is the ghost ship raging in the Atlantic Ocean? Are those Chinese students and Prussians the masterminds behind it? It's incredible..."
"Your Majesty, this inference is very reliable. Judging from the location of this accident, this warship is heading south at high speed. It is very likely that this warship wants to return to Asia..."
"Damn it, do you want to escape after being beaten? Do you think our French navy does not exist? Tell us your plan..."
Molière said calmly, "The Glorious, Pious, Gaulish and Holiness that General Bruce and I brought back from Hong Kong are now docked at the Toulon military port for renovation and upgrading... Please allow me and General Bruce to Taking these four warships to sea, we are willing to pursue this ghost ship! Wash away our previous shame..."
"Are you sure? What you are facing is a brand-new warship with completely unknown attributes. I can understand the feeling of washing away the shame, but you must be sure..."
"Please rest assured, Your Majesty, I have participated in the entire upgrade of these four warships in Toulon Port. The wooden hull hulls are now equipped with steel plates with a thickness of 120 mm. I do not believe that any artillery can penetrate our armor." , the front-loaded smoothbore cannons have all been eliminated. Although the number of artillery has been reduced, the quality has been greatly improved. The breech-loaded rifled cannons and custom-made artillery shells are all the latest models..."
"Your Majesty, I am confident, please give me another chance..."
Molière's carriage quietly left the Palace of Versailles in the dark night. Napoleon III finally nodded. Various intelligence showed that there was only one mysterious battleship in the Atlantic Ocean. I believe that Prussia would not risk building two. Ironclad ships were too expensive after all.
With a four-to-one strength comparison, even if there is a certain generation difference in technology, it should not be a disastrous defeat. What's more, all four warships have been upgraded, so it shouldn't be a problem to draw first-hand information.
"Go Molière, I hope your last failure can teach you a lesson. I'll give you four battleships. Don't let me down..."
Molière heard the overtone of the words. He knew that His Majesty the Emperor was giving him the last chance. If he failed again, he would be completely abandoned. It was useless whether he was a favorite or not. The empire really couldn't bear it now. More failures occurred.
Molière, who was sitting on the train, was signing documents for the dispatch of various supplies, and his intelligence officer was sending a telegram to Major General Bruce at the Port of Toulon.
After receiving the telegram, Rear Admiral Bruce smashed the wine bottle on the table and shouted excitedly, "Gather, where are my soldiers! Urgent gathering... I finally waited for the opportunity for revenge. Send my order to open the warehouse at the port. Battleships carry out ocean-going supplies..."
"Children, we are going on an expedition. We will set sail immediately in 12 hours!"
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