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Text Chapter 760: Wild Waves in the South China Sea (2)

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    The summer is hot and the weather in Batavia is hot and humid.  Looking out from the telescope stuck out of the third-floor window of Zhengjin Bank, there are only a few cargo ships floating in the harbor. Two Dutch light cruisers are leaning listlessly on the pier, and sailors are lying on the deck in groups to cool off.  , not even a few Dutch soldiers were seen in the distant naval fortress.

    In the last riot, hundreds of European and American businessmen were bloody and massacred like a cold wave, making the Dutch East Indies a place where people can eat people in the eyes of Europe. In addition, the economic crisis caused low demand, so European investment in the Dutch East Indies  Businessmen have evacuated one after another, and the economy has dropped by more than half compared with before the riots. Even the ubiquitous Chinese businessmen have gone to West Borneo to develop there because of the establishment of the Sino-Dutch Free Trade Zone.

    The divestment of European, American and Chinese businessmen gave Japan a huge business opportunity. In just a few years, the number of Japanese businessmen in the Dutch East Indies increased more than ten times, and it also radiated to surrounding Malaya and India.  But the richness of these areas has also greatly stimulated the attention of some Japanese. The weakness of the Netherlands, the conservatism of France, the withdrawal of the United States, and the decline of the United Kingdom have increasingly made them want to control this land under the sun.

    But how to swallow it?  Although the British Empire that provided protection for the Netherlands was in decline, it still had some wealth. Without the drag of Europe, even the crazy Japan would not dare to claim victory. Moreover, the British had been playing tricks all their lives. If they promised huge profits to China,  , there is no guarantee that Beijing will not take action with jealousy.  This kind of entanglement is what the so-called Japanese strategists are most worried about, so they have been undecided about going south. In addition, their neighbors have recently taken advantage of the crisis in the northwest to expand their armaments.  After being beaten twice, Japan, which was afraid of losing South Korea, suddenly felt helpless, and the voice of clamoring to protect the mainland bridgehead rang out again.

    This kind of repeated quarrels and waste of time made some people angry, and they simply decided to guide the empire's strategy with practical actions. Hitomi Aoki was one of these people.  If we want to say who hates China the most, the Army Intelligence Chief who almost succeeded in lurking in Mongolia with Kenji Doihara must be one of them. But after so many years of experience, he is much smarter than his dead brother.  Knowing that it is impossible to defeat the old enemy without Nanyang resources.

    As Hitomi Aoki watched, he recorded the defense situation of the harbor and the fortress in his own handwriting. After drawing a simple diagram, he closed the window tightly.  In a small room.  It was already crowded with Japanese officers who came from the Dutch East Indies. They were all capable officers of Nagata Tetsuyama's southward policy. They were naval officers, intelligence agents, businessmen, and diplomats.  There were also army officers who helped Sukarno train his soldiers.  The purpose of gathering today is to facilitate the move south and resolve domestic disputes.

    "The British and American devils can no longer control this place. Europe has been turned upside down by our German allies! China has also been fighting fiercely with the Soviets over Afghanistan, and the countdown to all-out war has begun. Now is our time in Japan.  It¡¯s a good opportunity for the empire to go south! We, the people, must take action to shut up those guys at home. Only by seizing the wealth of Nanyang can the empire win back its dignity and regain the fighting spirit of our Yamato nation.¡±

    "Yes, what a great opportunity this is. Those bastards in China still say they want to study it. They are wasting General Nagata's efforts."

    "Look at it. How can those Dutch devils outside look at all defensive? My idea is to immediately send troops from Rabaul and East Timor. Give me a squadron, and I will be sure to occupy the harbor."

    "Would sending troops directly lead to an attack by the British? They are a protectorate of the Netherlands. There is also a battleship and a heavy cruiser stationed in the Far East Fortress of Singapore."

    "Huh? Can one battleship stop the attack of the Imperial Navy? Harukami-kun thinks highly of them!"

    These Japanese southbound factions gathered here were arguing and discussing.  Everyone's face turned red and they wished they could take action right away. On the contrary, Aoki Hitomi was writing something silently.  "Aoki-kun, didn't you just come from Rabaul? What are General Nagata going to do?" An army officer stood up and looked at Aoki's faint excitement.

    His name is Hashimoto Kintaro.  He was the lieutenant of the Japanese Army Staff in Rabaul. The year before last, he volunteered to come to Java to help train Sukarno's militia. He was one of the vanguards of the southward strategy.  Hitomi Aoki recognized him, but did not answer immediately. Instead, she poured herself a glass of wine.  After Japan's military preparations, it strengthened its food reserves, so it was already difficult to buy alcohol in the country.  Smelling the familiar smell, he said: "This operation was planned together by General Nagata, Lieutenant General Doihara, Lieutenant General Okamura Neiji, Prime Minister Itappan Seishiro, and Navy Lieutenant General Yamamoto Isoroku! They  For the rise and fall of the empire, I have been waiting for the opportunity, and now this opportunity has finally come, but how far this step can go depends on your efforts."

    "These few words of Hitomi Aoki not only reassured everyone with a bunch of shining names of generals, but also boosted morale, which shows that it has indeed become the backbone of Japan's intelligence community.  He continued with a hoarse voice: "What you just said is right."The empire no longer has to fear British intervention, but the Chinese and Americans are what the general is most worried about.  Now is a critical time for the empire to prepare for war. It not only needs the richness of Nanyang, but also needs time to deploy troops from home!  Before I came out, General Nagata and Lieutenant General Yamamoto told me that we must be careful this time and never repeat the situation where foreigners used China to attack us.  Therefore, after discussing with everyone, the general decided to use indigenous armed forces to occupy this place first to avoid direct confrontation with the British and American ghosts and beasts, and to give the Chinese people no excuse.  "

    "Aoki-kun, isn't this giving up the fruit to those lowly natives?"

    "Yes! We have paid so much for today, but in the end it is easier for them? And their weapons are simply vulnerable. Not to mention compared with the elite army warriors of the empire, even the Dutch army is better than them."

    As soon as Hitomi Aoki finished speaking, a bomb suddenly exploded in the room. How could the southern factions who had long been jealous of wealth be willing to give up their interests?  !  You must know that even if Europe and the United States withdraw their investment, and even if many Chinese businessmen leave, Batavia will still be the largest wealth store in Southeast Asia.  According to the analysis of the Japanese Ministry of Intelligence, the various types of floating wealth alone amount to billions of dollars!  This does not include various mineral deposits and plantations, as well as their most coveted Anglo-Dutch Shell Company¡¯s Bali Papan Oilfield and Sumatra Gulf Company¡¯s Minas Oilfield. Not counting equipment, the oil alone alone accounts for more than 100,000 yuan of oil per year.  The output is tens of millions of tons!

    Hitomi Aoki seemed to have foreseen that there would be different opinions. He placed the wine glass heavily on the table: "Gentlemen, have you forgotten the first two failures? Do you really think it was the Chinese who defeated the empire? No, it was the British and American devils.  ! If it weren¡¯t for their connivance and support, how could the empire fail? This time, if we occupy it directly, then they will definitely promise benefits and let China Yang Qiu send troops in the name of protecting overseas Chinese! The imperial navy is not afraid of them, but if the war is delayed too much  How can we transport the wealth back for a long time"

    This analysis made the southern factions present shut up. Aoki Hitomi stood up with satisfaction and suddenly bowed: "You are all true warriors of the Japanese Empire. I believe that you will not be stingy for the future of the empire.  Life, so this time I hope everyone can bear with it temporarily for the sake of the long-term destiny of martial arts."

    "Aoki-kun, you don't have to be like this. What you said makes sense. I'm just worried about those indigenous troops." Hashimoto Kintaro sneered at Sukarno's troops.  In fact, not only him, but no one here believed them.  However, Nagata Tetsuzan had already considered this problem and arranged a solution, so Hitomi Aoki immediately said: "Lieutenant Colonel Hashimoto, the army in East Indochina is really not reassuring, so this time it depends on you! General Nagata let  Let me tell you that he will mobilize two brigades from the East Timor garrison and put on guerrilla clothes to support you. We people will also mobilize to help you as much as possible."

    "Aoki-kun, what happens after the launch? What if the British come to support?" The Batavia branch manager of Zhengjin Bank touched his sweating forehead. Although he could not stop these crazy officers, since losing the Chinese market  , Zhengjin Bank is now entirely supported by profits from Nanyang, and Batavia is the most important branch, so it is very worried that the war will cause business losses.

    Hitomi Aoki waved his hand: "Don't worry, Lieutenant General Yamamoto will mobilize the navy in the name of exercise tomorrow afternoon. The Kongo and Hiei will lurk to the sea off Java Island after we take action. The Marine Corps will also be on the Balibapan side.  Cooperate with the guerrilla attack in East Indochina. When they succeed, we will perform a show with Mr. Sukarno, and the navy will land at Batavia Port in the name of protecting the overseas residents and sending troops for revenge. The existence of Kongo and Hiei,  This will make the British cautious, and they also need to deal with the crisis in Europe. In addition, the Chinese are now fully preparing for a war with the Soviet Union, so even if the British turn against us, whether they send troops themselves or ask for help from the Chinese navy, it will take more than half a year to prepare.  Time, this time is enough for us to transport some things back to the country first and send enough army warriors here!"

    Everyone nodded repeatedly, but only the branch manager heard something was wrong and asked: "Aoki-kun, what do you mean by revenge?"

    yes?  It makes sense to protect the overseas Chinese, but revengeit can't be beaten with eight sticks!  The officers looked at him one after another.  Facing everyone's gaze, Aoki Hitomi slowly raised the corners of her mouth, revealing her white teeth, and said quietly: "For the future of our Japanese Empire! In this mission, some people need to sacrifice!"

    After finishing speaking, he suddenly turned to the Japanese Commercial Counselor in Batavia who was sitting next to him: "Counsellor Yoshida, I remember that General Kobayashi will meet with the Governor of the Netherlands the day after tomorrow. Is that so?"

    Xiao Lin made it!

    An unprecedented coldness suddenly rose from the room, and sweat dripped down the branch manager's back.  He never thought that these guys wouldCrazy enough to attack his own general!  The counselor's face turned pale. You must know that after Kobayashi Shizuo was injured in the May 10th riots, he was arranged to come to Batavia to serve as minister. While helping Japan raise supplies, it was also the navy's most direct support for the southward movement.  But he didn't expect that in order to make an excuse to go south, Nagata Tetsuzan and Yamamoto Isoroku, the young navy faction, would betray their own generals!

    When the two of them gasped, the officers around them all stood up enthusiastically.

    What a perfect plan!  (To be continued)
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