"General Simpson, are you here too?" After entering Theodore Roosevelt's office, Dewey saw another familiar figure. If Roosevelt was responsible for civilian work in the Admiralty, then General Simpson was responsible for the American fleet. The two of them could almost put the authentic Admiralty Secretary. And this thing could allow the two to appear at the same time, it means that this matter was very important.

"General Dewey seems to have some friendship with Prince Ruprecht of Bavaria?" Although Roosevelt used a question, it contained a certain meaning.

"Yes, after the Battle of Toshima broke out, I accepted the commission from the prince to send the wounded German shore to the shore for treatment and testified for the German fleet. I did everything to uphold the interests of the United States of America and also uphold the moral code in my heart. I did not accept any material gifts from the other party, except for a ring with the Vettelsbach family's emblem." Dewey said with some fear and trepidation.

"We asked you to come, and there was no intention of pursuing your past events. On the contrary, I think you did a good job. You successfully made friends with a big man, and this big man was very helpful to our plan." Roosevelt comforted the young colonel who was a little nervous.

"If I let you go to Germany, can I convince Prince Ruprecht to give up his naval deal with Spain?" Roosevelt asked tentatively.

"Do we want to buy German warships?" Dewey felt that his chin almost fell off. Like all empires in the rising stage, protectionism is prevalent in China. Not to mention warships, imports of ordinary products are restricted by high tariff barriers. Americans have almost never purchased foreign warships, and it seems that they have never bought a 3,000-ton cruiser. So when Roosevelt made this request, Dewey felt incredible.

"You're overthinking, Colonel, as for the current financial situation of our navy, we don't have the money to spend millions of pounds to buy warships. Congress will not agree. We just want to prevent these two warships from falling into the hands of the Spaniards. This is our purpose. As for the end of being bought by Chile, Argentina or the Japanese. Do you understand what I mean?" said Theodore Roosevelt.

"Specially targeting the Spanish? This..." In an instant, Dewey felt that he had thought of something. The conflict between the United States and Spain had occurred very early. Although the various propaganda outside was that the US government believed that Spain's suppression of local people in the West Indies and the Philippines was too barbaric. But in fact, everyone understands that the United States has ideas about these two places.

Now, after Roosevelt said this, Dewey realized that this matter was probably not just a matter of thought. He said it more clearly, that is, the United States may be ready to attack Spain, but if he is ready to attack himself, the White House official should probably be the White House official. The Admiralty Department does not care about diplomacy! There is something strange about it. Dewey hesitated a little.

"Do we need to let Mr. Dewey understand something?" Simpson said after thinking.

"You guessed it right. We want to liberate the people of the West Indies and the Philippines. Many people have this idea. The President and the Admiralty Department have a considerable number of members of the Congress. Of course, there are also American people. But the only problem now is that these things cannot be put on the table and Congress will not pass them. But we need to make some preparations."

"Don't worry, Mr. Dewey. You are just going to Germany as a private person to meet a prince. What you are talking about is just a private relationship. The thing that convinces His Highness to sell the warship to others does not exist at all. Only the three of us in the United States know about it, and that prince will not spread the matter." Roosevelt continued.

"This matter is a bit difficult, and my face cannot be compared with millions of pounds. If the competitors have certain strength, I can help them delay time. And if the Spanish bid is ultimately defeated, the competitors must at least be close to the Spanish quotation. Only in this way can we have hope. Do you think so?" After Theodore Roosevelt said this, Dewey knew that he could not withdraw from this matter. He was just a naval colonel and had no ability to resist Roosevelt and Simpson and the power behind them, so he chose to cooperate.

"In addition, I want to know whose hands the two warships are expected to fall in China." Dewey then raised a very sharp question. This question caused silence.

"President Cleveland means Japan." Roosevelt remained silent. Finally, Simpson glanced at Roosevelt, who was nervous, and gave the answer.

"Then let Japan. Russia is an obstacle to the economic expansion of the empire in the Far East. If Japan can defeat Russia or curb Russia's expansion in the Far East, it will be a benefit for the United States. Of course, I personally reserve this." Roosevelt said hesitantly. For some reason, he remembered what Prince Ruprecht once said to him, and Japan must be careful!

"What if he doesn't matter, this matter is not something I can decide. The above has made arrangements, so I can only execute it." In Roosevelt's view, this kind of worry is more of a metaphysical worry, and there is not much evidence or examples to support this speculation, not to mention that this matter is not something he can decide.

"If you need any help, you can contact the United States Ambassador to Germany, who can help you with all diplomatic matters. You can also meet some foreign relevant people with accompanied by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs." Roosevelt thought for a while and said.

"What if the Russians want to restore their contract?" There will inevitably be a war between Russia and Japan sooner or later, and this is something that cannot be changed, so Dewey asked again.

"The Russians are not good, they are only a little better than the Spanish." Simpson replied. The implication of this sentence also means to prevent the Russians from getting the order back.

"Okay, I will do it immediately. For the United States." The matter was explained, and Dewey was ready to get up and leave.

"I wish you success. Today I will send a telegram to the Ambassador to Germany to explain the relevant matters. You will leave tomorrow and buy all the tickets for you. The expenses you need are here. If not enough, you can apply to the Ambassador to Germany. If this matter is done, then you may be a general when you come back." Make a wish to be appointed as an official. Since the other party is willing to do this, then Roosevelt will naturally repay Dewey.

"And you will also go to Germany with Major Majiphin tomorrow. This way you will have greater hope of success. After all, there are not many people in the entire US Navy who have practical experience." Simpson added.
Chapter completed!