The military situation was raging. In order to take care of the feelings of the Germans, Chen Shichang did not order the fleet to be suspended so that the Italians could board the ship calmly and conduct connection operations during the voyage. When the Pacific Fleet was first established, this may be a problem for the Chinese sailors. It's a difficult problem, but now, after experiencing the influence of war, this project is too childish for them.
The United Nations has not yet become the only international organization with legitimacy in the world, and China has not been recognized and respected by the vast majority of countries in the world. At this time, let alone Italy and China, they are still indirect allies, let alone Italy. Why do people come? As long as they are willing to come, according to Ouyang Yun's care, Chen Shichang must welcome them with open hands.
"If China wants to go global and gain recognition and respect around the world, the one it can rely on is your navy. So, at any time, don't forget that you represent the face of the entire country..."
Buckning's ship is a cruiser of more than 5,000 tons, which is currently the largest warship in the Italian Navy. Considering that the Italian navy was defeated by the British navy at the beginning of World War II, at this time, the Italians still It is not easy to keep such a floating ship.
A cruiser of more than 5,000 tons next to the aircraft carrier Wu Daotianwang of more than 30,000 tons is like a child hugging a tall and strong man, connecting while moving, especially at sea. This is certain. It is dangerous. Therefore, when they just received the signal from the Chinese flagship, Bucknin and his Italian naval officers and soldiers looked very ugly. They even thought that the Chinese were deliberately demonstrating against them. The Italians were not good at fighting and had a bad temper. But Ao, for a time, Buckning had the urge to throw up his sleeves and walk away. Fortunately, he didn't dare to resist Giovanni's order, so he bit the bullet and agreed to the Chinese request.
The Italians obviously don't practice the entire project on a daily basis, so the techniques are quite unfamiliar. Fortunately, the Chinese sailors have been doing this for a long time and have long figured out a very practical plan. Under the command of the Chinese sailors, the flower After about twenty minutes, the connection was completed.
When the ladder was put down, he saw a young general with the rank of admiral appearing at the railing next to the ladder. Buckning was very surprised at first. He obviously didn't expect that the top commander of the Chinese fleet was so young. Then, he gritted his teeth and put on his gloves. Went directly to the escalator.
Bak Ning misunderstood Chen Shichang again, thinking that the young Chinese general wanted to show him off or watch his show. He quickly reached the end of the five-meter-long soft ladder and saw a man also wearing white gloves. Stretching out his hand in front of him, he looked up and saw Chen Shichang's face full of kindness. For some reason, Buckning's feelings immediately disappeared. He held Chen Shichang's right hand and with his help boarded the deck of the aircraft carrier Wu Daotianwang to tidy up. Clothes, Buck Ning saluted Chen Shichang with a military salute: "It's Commander Chen, right? Buck Ning, welcome to Italy."
In return of the military salute, Chen Shichang said with a smile: "This is Chen Shichang, General Buckning. Welcome to the Wudao Tianwang. Come, let me introduce you..." After introducing Falkenhausen and others to Buckning, Chen Shichang directly Invite Buckning to take a seat in the newly opened reception area on Bangjian Island.
In the reception area, Buckning first handed Chen Shichang an invitation letter from Giovanin inviting him for a private visit, and then, with Falkenhausen's cooperation, he began to ask some questions in a purposeful manner.
The Germans hope that the aircraft carrier fleet Mudatenwang can help them eliminate threats from the sea. The Italians also have this request. Although since World War I, Italy has been a soy sauce man in all the world wars and even surrounding wars, but because The Italians are very clear about the issue of stance. Once Germany is defeated, Italy will definitely follow in its footsteps and become the second target of the United States, Britain and the Soviet Union. And even the Germans have been defeated, so the Italians will naturally become more restless.
Originally, Giovanni had strong objections to Germany abandoning his brother and forming an alliance with China and France alone. But now, Giovanni feels that thanks to the Germans' early alliance with China and France, Italy has a ready-made thigh. Can be hugged.
Falkenhausen had a good guess as to why the Italians came. Precisely because of his wisdom and the special relationship between Germany and Italy, Falkenhausen seemed very cooperative. However, as Buckning proposed "Italy" "We are willing to temporarily lend Genoa and even Sicily to the Chinese fleet as a supply base." Falkenhausen was no longer willing to act as a clay Buddha statue.
"General Buckning, our country has reached an agreement with the Chinese government. They will help our country take charge of coastal defense operations in the Atlantic direction. I would like to ask, is this your personal suggestion or the idea of your government?"
Buckning answered calmly: "Although it is my idea for the time being, I guarantee that it will be approved by General Giovanni. General Falkenhausen, you also know the situation in our country and are not afraid of Commander Chen making fun of you. Although I am now called The commander of the Navy actually has less than twenty warships under his command, including six torpedo boats with a displacement of only about 500 tons. What I worry about is that once the Soviet Union, Britain and the United States cannot achieve a breakthrough on land, they will use the sea to break through. Launch an attack on our weak parts. As Germany's rear defense line, once our country is breached, your country will face a multi-faceted battle. Without a superiority in military strength, I think this is very dangerous."
Letting the Chinese fleet stay in the Mediterranean was really a temporary idea of Buckning. The strength of the Chinese fleet was far beyond his expectation, which made him believe that once the Chinese fleet can be persuaded to stay in the Mediterranean, the security of the Italian coastal areas can be ensured. Even if the land war does not go well, with the protection of the Chinese fleet, Italy will also have two havens of refuge, Sicily and Sardinia, which can be used as a final stand.
Buckning was very calculating, but it was related to national security. How could Falkenhausen agree? Shaking his head like a rattle, Falkenhausen said seriously: "No, General Buckning, I absolutely disapprove of your plan." From your point of view, Germany is the main target of attack by the United States, the Soviet Union and Britain at this stage. If our country is defeated, do you think Italy alone can win? As you said, our military strength is now at a disadvantage, so the existence of the Chinese fleet will It will play a vital role. Please give up this idea. Marshal Brauchitsch will never agree to your government doing this. General Chen, I think, as a far-sighted general, you will not agree either. Bar."