54: If it shows its head, it's gone in seconds! If it doesn't show its head, it's gone in seconds too!

Sakura Country.

Prime Ministers Office.

Prime Minister Kishida Jiro.

was currently excited because of the Eagle Country's announcement.

"Yōshī!"

"It was absolutely right for Eagle Country to organize a global live broadcast this time!"

"It just so happens that it allows my great Sakura Country,"

"to properly showcase itself on the international stage!"

"We must seize this opportunity well."

Since the end of World War II,

their Sakura Country has rarely displayed its military strength internationally.

The main reason was that after their defeat in the war,

they signed a series of treaties restricting military development.

Because of these treaties,

Sakura Country was unable to vigorously develop its military.

But over the years,

the Sakura Country Government has tried every possible means

to break free from the constraints of the treaties.

Through various methods,

they secretly accumulated power in the military field.

They even once wanted to amend the Constitution.

The goal was to vigorously develop the military.

They have never given up on Militarism Ideology.

As long as there was an opportunity,

they still wanted to return to the glory of the past.

And this time, the Eight-Nation Alliance Military Exercise,

was the chance for their Sakura Country to display its powerful military strength.

"Prime Minister, should we issue instructions to the fleet?"

Defense Minister Yamamoto Taro asked.

It seemed like a question,

but the cunning look on his face had already betrayed him.

Yamamoto Taro was a pure Right-Wing Extremist.

He had always incited the high-level officials of the Sakura Country Government to secretly develop the military.

Officially, the total number of personnel in the Sakura Country Self-Defense Forces is only 250,000.

But in reality!

their secretly and long-term trained Reserve Forces amount to 1 million people.

Just a small island nation,

secretly training so many reserves.

Their Sinister Ambition is evident.

Kishida Jiro slightly narrowed his eyes.

After pondering for a moment, he said:

"Secretly inform Fleet Commander Kono Taro."

"Tell him to drive our warships to the very front."

"Find the right moment, and directly cross the border into Great Xia Country's Territorial Waters!"

This time, they dispatched one 'izumo' Helicopter Destroyer.

four Kongo-Class Destroyers.

ten Mogami-Class Frigates.

A total of 15 warships!

This already accounts for one-tenth of their total fleet of 150 vessels.

Among the Eight-Nation Alliance,

their Sakura Country sent the most warships.

The goal was to showcase their strength.

A flash of excitement crossed Yamamoto Taro's eyes, and he quickly nodded, saying:

"The Prime Minister is wise!"

"This time, we must make our Sakura Country great again!"

Kishida Jiro sneered and continued:

"Not only that."

"You must also tell Kono Taro to prepare for battle."

"Once they enter the Great Xia Country's territorial waters,"

"if they encounter any obstruction, he can decide freely!"

Upon hearing this, Yamamoto Taro rejoiced inwardly.

Wasn't this exactly allowing their warships to act recklessly in the Great Xia Country's territorial waters?

The intention couldn't be clearer.

He quickly responded, "Yes! Prime Minister, I will arrange it immediately!"

After speaking, Yamamoto Taro hastily left the Prime Ministers Office.

to contact Fleet Commander Kono Taro... On the other side.

A certain area of the High Seas in the South China Sea.

On the sea surface.

Warships were cutting through the waves.

The warships of the Eight-Nation Alliance were gathered here.

Among them, the 15 warships of the Sakura Country were the most noticeable.

The Sakura Country's izumo Helicopter Destroyer,

was serving as the Flagship of the Sakura Country fleet for this operation.

Fleet Commander, Kono Taro.

After receiving Yamamoto Taro's order,

he became completely excited.

"Yōshī!"

"My chance to earn merit has arrived!"

"Allow me to make decisions freely?"

"Isn't that giving me the greatest freedom and authority?!"

Kono Taro revealed a greedy and fierce expression on his face.

Being able to reach the position of Maritime Self-Defense Force Commander,

he instantly understood Yamamoto Taro's hidden meaning.

Originally, it wasn't supposed to be him, the Maritime Self-Defense Force Commander, personally leading the team.

But upon hearing that the Military Exercise was in the South China Sea,

Kono Taro personally requested to lead the team.

The goal was to find an opportunity to provoke the Great Xia Country and then earn great merit.

Now the Prime Minister had given him maximum authority.

That was exactly what he wanted!

"This time, I must seize the opportunity!"

"Great Xia Country, I hope you don't disappoint me."

"You must come and stop us!"

Kono Taro looked toward the South China Sea.

His eyes were filled with challenging and greedy light.

As if he had already foreseen the upcoming “victory.”

He just didn't know.

He might just become fish bait in this sea area!

...Great Xia Country.

Southern Yue Military Region, Command Center.

Zhao Tianyi looked at the announcement released by Eagle Country.

His expression did not fluctuate much.

Only a sharp light flashed in his eyes.

"Eagle Country, you want the whole world to see my Great Xia Country lose face?"

"This time, you are destined to be disappointed!"

"Since you want to cause trouble,"

"then we'll give you something big."

A cold smile curled on Zhao Tianyi's lips.

He had already received authorization from the Military Commission.

Regarding this joint military exercise by Eagle Country,

as long as a warship crosses the boundary,

it is considered an invasion of Territory.

They can Open Fire immediately!

It is clear from this

that the higher-ups also want to declare to the world Great Xia Country's determination to defend its territory and Sovereignty this time.

As for Eagle Country wanting to broadcast live,

it was nothing more than assuming it would be the same as before:

their warships would enter Great Xia Country's territorial waters, wander around,

and then leave unharmed.

thereby proving the might of their Eagle Country Navy.

However.

Eagle Country still didn't know.

The combat power of the Great Xia Country Navy had already skyrocketed.

It was no longer the weak navy of yesteryear.

A Navy equipped with the Super Energy Laser Cannon,

whether in terms of Air Defense or frontal assault,

could completely crush the Eagle Country Navy.

This time!

might just be the perfect opportunity to test the Super Energy Laser Cannon.

How could Zhao Tianyi miss this?

He turned to the Staff Officer beside him and said:

"Go and relay the order!"

"All warships: if the enemy invades our territorial waters,"

"after three warnings, you are permitted to Open Fire immediately!"

A trace of excitement flashed in the Staff Officer's eyes.

He immediately straightened his posture and responded loudly:

"Yes! Commander, I will go relay the order immediately!"

After speaking, he quickly turned and went to issue the order.

South China Sea.

A certain Sea Area.

A type 055 destroyer.

was cruising slowly over the waves.

Its hull was imposing, forming a stark contrast with the emerald ocean.

At this moment, the warship was in a state of silence.

After Captain Zhang Junfei received the Staff Officer's order,

he instantly became excited!

"That's great!"

"The Commander has officially given the order."

"As long as the Eagle Country Allied Fleet crosses the boundary, open fire immediately!"

As for the three warnings!

He completely ignored them.

Given the nature of the Eagle Country fleet,

once they crossed the boundary,

the so-called warnings would be completely useless.

So, opening fire immediately was fine.

Hearing this, the First Officer beside him was also filled with excitement.

"Really?! Captain!"

"Doesn't that mean we can directly destroy the enemy's warships?"

"Haha! It would be best if the Japanese devils' warships cross the boundary."

"At that time, we must sink them in the South China Sea to commemorate our Martyrs!"

As he spoke, a strong hatred flashed in the First Officer's eyes.

Other warships might be given a slight punishment and let go.

But the Japanese devils' warships absolutely could not be spared.

They must be sunk.

Only this way could they honor the martyrs.

Zhang Junfei nodded, his eyes also carrying hatred.

"That's right!"

"We will specifically target the Japanese devils' warships at that time."

"Instant kill if they show themselves!"

The First Officer added, "Instant kill even if they don't show themselves!"